(Natural News) A recent study published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine revealed that essential oils, when used properly, exhibit antibacterial properties similar to that of modern antibiotics. In their article, researchers from Ethiopia’s Kotebe Metropolitan University assessed the efficacy of essential oil combinations against certain strains of multidrug-resistant bacteria. In their study, they investigated the antibacterial […]

(Natural News) Colorful flowers can brighten up any garden, but did you know that certain edible blossoms offer various health benefits? For example, beautiful flowers like lavender and pansies can be used to make nutritious beverages and dishes. Use the edible blossoms included in the list below to add unique colors and flavors to your meals. Borage Borage, […]

(Natural News) In this study, researchers from China investigated the cellular gene targets responsible for baicalin’s anti-tumor activity. The results of their functional and proteomic analysis were published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. There is abundant evidence of the key role ultraviolet radiation (UVR) plays in the development of skin cancer. The human […]

(Natural News) Osteoporosis may be more likely to develop in women than in men, but that doesn’t mean men won’t have it. To treat androgen-deficient osteoporosis in men, researchers at the National University of Malaysia investigate the use of longjack (Eurycoma longifolia). In their study published in the Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine, they reported that longjack could […]

(Natural News) Researchers from the Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants in India investigated the composition and antibacterial activity of Indian wormwood essential oil against nine pathogenic strains. Their findings were published in the Journal of Essential Oil Research. The researchers analyzed the composition of essential oil derived from the aerial parts of Artemisia […]

(Natural News) A nationwide population-based cross-sectional study conducted by researchers from Chang Gung University in Taiwan looked at the frequency of prescription and usage of Chinese herbal medicine for the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Their findings were published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. Chinese herbal products (CHPs) have been used in East Asian countries […]

(Natural News) One of the reasons why you feel anxious and sick is because you have too much of the stress hormone cortisol — which can wreak havoc on your thyroid and increase the risk of various health problems like anxiety. Here are some herbs and supplements that can regulate your cortisol levels. Valerian root: […]

(Natural News) A recent case study published in the Journal of Herbal Medicine revealed that pokeweed (Phytolacca americana) can potentially be used as a complementary antiviral therapy for managing the symptoms of Japanese encephalitis infection. The study was conducted by researchers from India. The case presented was that of a 42-year-old male patient diagnosed with a […]

(Natural News) Blue light is the light emitted from cell phones and other gadgets. It can cause lasting damage to your eyes and may even lead to blindness. To protect the eyes from this harmful light, researchers from Kyung Hee University in South Korea suggest taking bog bilberry (Vaccinium uliginosum). They found that bog bilberry […]

(Natural News) Diabetes is a chronic disease that has become an epidemic around the world. Many people with diabetes are treated with antidiabetic drugs that come with harmful side effects. For this reason, scientists continue to search for safer and natural alternatives to treat diabetes. Researchers from the University of Sfax in Tunisia and the University of Western Brittany in France discovered […]