(Natural News) Looking to find relief from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? Try peppermint (Mentha piperita) oil. This herb has been studied extensively for IBS. A systematic review published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine confirmed that the oil from the peppermint herb is indeed effective for the treatment of IBS without causing any serious […]

(Natural News) A study from Taipei Medical University in Taiwan revealed that evodiamine, a biological compound found in Evodia rutaecarpa, has potential therapeutic properties against glioblastoma. In their research, which appeared in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine, the researchers tested the anti-cancer properties of evodiamine in vivo and in vitro. Studies have identified some of the […]

(Natural News) No one wants to get sick, even if the disease is “merely” influenza. Fortunately, preppers can access many natural ways to treat flu and alleviate the symptoms of the ailment. Essential oils are a rich source of natural healing properties. Every prepper should stock a standard supply of these oils for treating all kinds of illness. The essential oils can […]

(Natural News) Garden angelica, scientifically known as Angelica archangelica, is an herbal plant used in traditional Chinese, Japanese, and Korean medicine. According to a new study, the essential oil extracted from this plant can be used as a natural remedy for fighting inflammation. The study, published in the Journal of Medicinal Food, looked at the […]

(Natural News) Metabolites in aloe vera could be considered as a potential treatment for sepsis, according to a study published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. Aloe vera is a Chinese medicine and a widely used dietary supplement all over the world. A team of researchers from China and Japan looked at the anti-inflammatory […]

(Natural News) A study published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine found that polysaccharides from astragalus, also known as huang qi in Chinese medicine, exhibit antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects that may be useful against hypertension. In the study, a team of Chinese researchers looked at the function of astragalus polysaccharides on pulmonary arterial hypertension. […]

(Natural News) Reishi mushrooms (Ganoderma lucidum) are red-varnished, kidney-shaped mushrooms popular in traditional Japanese and Chinese medicines. A recent study suggests that this type of mushroom can fight oxidative stress, lower cholesterol, and help prevent cancer. In the study, a team of researchers at Hunan Agricultural University in China looked at the effect of polysaccharides […]

(Natural News) Having small amounts of fat in the liver is normal. However, too much of it can lead to fatty liver disease, damaging the liver and stopping it from working normally as it should. Because the liver plays an important role in many bodily functions, keeping it healthy is essential. A study published in the […]

(Natural News) A study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine concluded that maoberry (Antidesma bunius) contains antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. These properties contribute to the prevention of cardiovascular diseases. A team of researchers at Mahidol University in Thailand sought to determine the effects of maoberry, an antioxidant-rich tropical fruit, on oxidative stress […]

(Natural News) Peppermint oil (Mentha Piperita) may be used as a safe and effective natural remedy for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), according to a literature review published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Peppermint oil was found to improve several symptoms of IBS. A team of researchers from the U.S. and Australia sought […]