(Natural News) For most of us, it’s a knee-jerk reaction to open our medicine cabinets and grab the nearest painkiller whenever physical pain plagues us, especially for those who are suffering from arthritis. But there is evidence to suggest that natural cures are just as effective as any conventional medication on the market, sans the side […]

(Natural News) Researchers from Kotebe Metropolitan University in Ethiopia found that certain combinations of essential oils exhibited antibacterial effects similar to modern antibiotics. These results were published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. The team investigated the antibacterial effects of the following essential oils (EO): Blepharis cuspidata Boswellia ogadensis Thymus schimper The efficacy of the […]

(Natural News) A study published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness revealed that basil (Ocimum basilicum) can help reduce high lipid levels and prevent atherosclerosis. In this study, researchers from Morocco examined the effect of basil extract on high lipid levels and oxidative stress in an animal model. Basil is an aromatic plant […]

(Natural News) A study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine revealed that the Indian gooseberry (Emblica officinalis) can potentially lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels. In the study, researchers from India examined the efficacy of the Indian gooseberry in individuals with dyslipidemia. Dyslipidemia is one of the most common risk factors for the development […]

(Natural News) Grapes (Vitis vinifera) are small, round, sweet fruits known for its many health benefits. Not many people know it, but their leaves are also edible and can also be used as a functional food, as suggested by a recent study. Researchers at Maharishi Markandeshwar University in India suggest consuming red grape leaves, in particular, to improve cholesterol […]

(Natural News) Commonly used in Asian cuisine, lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) has a refreshing lemony smell and flavor. Lemongrass tea can relieve cold and cough symptoms and studies suggest that the plant can also be used to naturally lower high blood pressure (hypertension). The nutritional profile of lemongrass Lemongrass contains antioxidants, flavonoids, and phenolic compounds. The plant also […]

(Natural News) Researchers from Seoul National University in South Korea found that the gurmar plant (Gymnema sylvestre) can protect against symptoms of a metabolic disorder. The study, which appeared in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine, also highlighted the potential of gurmar extract as an ingredient in functional dietary supplements. The researchers used an integrated approach to […]

(Natural News) Turmeric is not only one of the most popular spices in Indian cooking; it’s also widely used in natural skin care remedies. But do you know that it works better when combined with other herbs? A new study shows that taking herbal supplements that contain turmeric may improve skin barrier function and skin […]

(Natural News) Researchers from the National Yang-Ming University School of Medicine in Taiwan found that baicalein, a compound present in Chinese skullcap (Scutellaria baicalensis), can inhibit production of tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-a) and regulate pro- and anti-apoptotic signaling elements. The study was published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. Chinese skullcap is used in traditional medicine to treat cardiovascular […]

(Natural News) The longan (Dimocarpus longan) is a good addition to the selection of fresh fruits that you should be eating every day. It can be consumed in the morning as part of a healthy breakfast or during the afternoon as a snack. A tropical fruit from South Asia, longan got its name of “dragon’s eye” from the way it resembles […]