(Natural News) Research has shown that the agrimony (Agrimonia pilosa), a flowering plant endemic to East Asia, can be used to treat obesity-related insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome brought about a high-fat diet. In the study, published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, South Korea’s Rural Development Administration, together with researchers from Seoul Women’s University, looked at whether agrimony […]

(Natural News) Bone fractures often heal by themselves, but they must be set properly and constantly tended to. That said, hastening the healing process would bring about plenty of benefits, ranging from minimized discomfort to reduced risk of further injury. A study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine discussed how the aqueous […]

(Natural News) Pain is one of the first signs that the body exhibits whenever it’s experiencing problems. Although it is helpful for diagnosis, pain can be very uncomfortable, which is why many people depend on pain relievers. Aside from harmful synthetic drugs, pain relievers also come in the form of plants. People can experience pain […]

(Natural News) A lot of people want to be tall, thanks to height being one of the standards of beauty these days. A study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine found that Yukmijihwangtang (YJT), a formulation used in traditional Korean medicine, can enhance bone growth in animal models, suggesting potentially similar benefits […]

(Natural News) This plant from Africa can be the new – and slimy – spinach. Jute mallow (Corchorus olitorius), a traditional plant common in some parts of Africa, is an excellent substitute for spinach as it also supports the cardiovascular system. In a study published in the European Journal of Medicinal Plants, this plant was found […]

(Natural News) This unusual-looking evergreen tree could be the solution to edema prevention and treatment, according to a new study. The study, published in the European Journal of Medicinal Plants, discovered that the sandbox tree (Hura crepitans L.), also known as possumwood, has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that could help treat edema. A team of […]

(Natural News) Anyone can develop liver disease, even if you don’t frequently drink alcohol. To maintain your overall health, you can take herbal supplements that can help cleanse your liver. What exactly does the liver do? The liver has various functions. It produces various chemicals that the body needs to function normally and it breaks […]

(Natural News) The classical Ayurveda medicinal system offers a potential remedy for the often crippling pain of rheumatoid arthritis. Indian researchers recently tested the efficacy of two Ayurvedic medicines – Bhallatakadi Churna with guda and Bhallatak guggulu – in relieving the painful symptoms of the chronic autoimmune disease. Ayurveda describes rheumatoid arthritis as “Amavata.” Over […]

(Natural News) Looking for an herbal remedy for hair loss? Try the herb called Siberian geranium, scientifically known as Geranium sibiricum. A study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine confirmed the hair growth-promoting effect of the extract of Siberian geranium. For the study, researchers at Chung-Ang University in Korea and the University […]

(Natural News) Finding several clumps of weeds in your garden can be the most annoying thing for a homesteader. But did you know that some of them are actually edible? (h/t to EcoWatch.com) What looks like clumps of weeds in your garden may be a treasure trove of edible greens. Some weeds belong to the […]