(Natural News) The fruit of the greater burdock plant (Arctium lappa), referred to as niu bang zi or Arctii Fructus (AF) in traditional Chinese medicine, has been shown to prevent the spread of colorectal cancer cells, according to a study in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. In their research, a team from Wonkwang University in South Korea […]

(Natural News) Atherosclerosis is a vascular disease caused by the buildup of cholesterol and other substances along the arterial walls. It is strongly associated with hepatic steatosis or the accumulation of fat in the liver due to common risk factors, such as metabolic syndrome, obesity, and diabetes mellitus. In a recent study, researchers from the Korea Institute of Oriental […]

(Natural News) Researchers at Kyung Hee University, Chung-Ang University, and Gachon University in South Korea looked at the efficacy of Aralia continentalis extract on cognitive memory and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). They published their findings in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. The researchers aimed to develop a novel treatment for trauma-associated disorders like […]

(Natural News) Taking hemp extract can bring significant benefits to mental and physical health. The extract contains cannabidiol (CBD), a natural substance that can provide stress relief to people, allowing it to serve as an alternative treatment for anxiety disorders. Four out of every five visits to healthcare professionals come from severe stress. Environmental, emotional, mental, and physical factors can increase stress […]

(Natural News) A newly developed oral spray could further improve the effects of anti-spasticity treatments on the symptoms of muscle stiffness. Called “naximols,” the medicine employed delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol THC and cannabidiol, two natural compounds derived from cannabis (Cannabis sativa). Muscle spasticity often causes disability and lower quality of life in patients with motor neuron disease. The […]

(Natural News) As the United States finally starts to emerge from the Dark Ages of Cannabis Prohibition, it’s important to shout from the rooftops the scientific fact that the human body was made for cannabis. In case you didn’t know, your body contains a unique system of receptors that’s designed to utilize the many natural […]

(Natural News) A recent study from the journal Animal Production Science suggests using medicinal plant extracts to improve organic matter digestion and reduce methane production. Researchers from the University of Pretoria in South Africa led the study. Earlier studies have shown that certain medicinal plants can manipulate the rumen microbial system, which can reduce methane emissions. For […]

(Natural News) Poor man’s ginseng or Gynostemma pentaphyllum is an herb that is native to South East Asia. The ancient Chinese believed that it could prolong life so they called it the “herb of immortality.” But poor man’s ginseng doesn’t just promote longevity, it also treats damaged liver. In a recent study published in The American Journal of […]

(Natural News) The usefulness of traditional Chinese medicine and traditional Japanese herbal medicine, especially in alleviating the unwanted side effects of modern pharmacological and surgical treatments, is becoming widely recognized. Patients who undergo extensive and often harsh treatments receive several benefits from the use of traditional medicine afterwards, particularly in the form of pain relief and improvement in […]

(Natural News) Eating apples could be a way to keep your heart protected. A study published in the journal Nutrition Research found that xyloglucan, a compound found in apples, can protect against heart injury and lower the risk of coronary heart disease. In an earlier study, researchers at the Catholic University of Daegu in South […]