(Natural News) Many over-the-counter (OTC) painkillers, while efficient and useful at times, can be downright dangerous. Did you know that acetaminophen, also called paracetamol, accounts for more than 56,000 emergency room visits, 26,000 hospitalizations and an estimated 458 deaths each year? Because acetaminophen-containing painkillers such as Tylenol are often available over-the-counter, people assume that they […]

(Natural News) Some essential oils possess potent antibacterial properties. When used correctly, they can help in disinfecting minor wounds and injuries. The therapeutic qualities of certain essential oils may even accelerate your body’s natural healing process. The best part is that you can easily carry your own healing essential oil remedy anywhere you go by keeping […]

(Natural News) If you spend any amount of time outdoors or around animals, you’re at risk of Lyme disease. This infectious disease is transmitted by ticks, but it’s actually caused by a microbe, the Borrelia burgdorferi sensu lato bacteria. While many prevention methods focus on the ticks themselves, some researchers are looking into antimicrobial herbs […]

(Natural News) A study has found that the essential oil of a Brazilian plant species called Poiretia latifolia contains powerful antifungal properties and that it may be used against several fungi species. Published in the journal Industrial Crops and Products, the study also suggested that P. latifolia essential oil may be used as an anti-inflammatory agent. P. […]

(Natural News) You may never suspect the presence of a stone in your gallbladder right until the moment it causes you to double over with pain. Fortunately, there are many herbs that can prevent gallstones from forming in the first place. There are also just as many ways to manage the severity of an attack. Gallstones form […]

(Natural News) The giant-leaved fig (Ficus lutea) is usually known as a pretty ornamental tree or a very useful source of food and wood products. Now, an Egyptian animal study indicated that the leaves of the tree could provide a natural way of protecting the liver from oxidative stress. Also called the “Lagos rubbertree,” this species is a common tree in the warm […]

(Natural News) A study published in Phytotherapy Research has found that extracts from pineapple guava (Feijoa sellowiana) may prevent digestive problems caused by a deficiency in disaccharidase, as well as oxidative stress-related diseases. The study also found that pineapple guava possesses antioxidant properties. Earlier research shows that pineapple guava contains various biological activities, including anti-bacterial and […]

(Natural News) Tea is more than an alternative drink for people who don’t like drinking coffee. According to research, both black and green tea offers various health benefits. Facts about black and green tea Both black and green tea are made from the tea plant (Camellia sinensis), but the former is fermented while the latter is […]

(Natural News) Bishop’s weed (Houttuynia cordata) is an edible plant from Asia that is used in traditional Chinese and Indian medicine. Researchers believed that extracts from its processed form can help protect the kidneys of diabetics from damage. The kidneys are responsible for removing impurities and excess water from the blood. This makes them very vulnerable to […]

(Natural News) The greatest bane of health and life in the United States can be prevented by consuming a common kitchen herb. Heart disease can be avoided by eating aged garlic, which contains natural compounds that support the healthy functions of the cardiovascular system. Aged garlic exerts a number of beneficial effects that benefit the […]