(Natural News) Inflammation has been linked by many studies to the development of chronic diseases. Under normal circumstances, inflammation facilitates the elimination of pathogens and promotes tissue repair and recovery. But depending on the severity of this immune response and whether it is local or systemic, inflammation can trigger metabolic and neuroendocrine changes. These changes […]

(Natural News) Researchers at the University of Central Florida evaluated the anti-inflammatory activities of aqueous extracts derived from holy basil leaf, sesame seed, long pepper and cubeb pepper. They reported their findings in an article published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. Plant extracts are gaining traction as anti-inflammatory agents. Holy basil, sesame seed, long pepper and cubeb […]

(Natural News) Stomachache is one of those health complaints that can affect your mood for the rest of the day. If you’re having some tummy troubles, sipping hot tea can bring relief. But don’t drink just any tea – try these suggestions and say goodbye to your stomach woes in no time. 1. Black tea […]

(Natural News) Ocimum sanctum, also known as holy basil or tulsi, is an aromatic medicinal herb native to Southeast Asia. Widely used in traditional medicine, holy basil is considered a great tonic for the body, mind and spirit. In fact, it is also called the “queen of the herbs” because of its many therapeutic properties. In […]

(Natural News) In this study, a researcher at Government Degree College, Khairatabad in India investigated the anti-cancer activity of plant suspension cultures of Ocimum sanctum (holy basil) against lung cancer. Key findings were published in the International Journal of Green Pharmacy. Ethanol, acetone and aqueous leaf extracts of O. sanctum were used to treat human lung cancer (A549) cells. […]

(Natural News) Is neuropathic pain making daily life miserable? Using essential oils in aromatherapy may help ease the pain stemming from injured nerves. Essential oils are extracts drawn from beneficial and medicinal plants. Examples include chamomile, ginger, holy basil, lavender, peppermint, and St. John’s wort. Studies have shown that some essential oils help decrease and […]

(Natural News) Stress is woven right into the fabric of modern life. The Global Organization for Stress reveals some alarming statistics, including the fact that more than 50 percent of adults report that their stress levels have increased over the past year, 75 percent report moderate to high stress levels on an ongoing basis, and […]

(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) No one wants to have sagging skin and wrinkles. Unfortunately, people encounter different factors in their daily lives that lead to various dermatological concerns. These have caused the beauty industry to thrive, especially now that the global population is aging. People spend thousands of dollars on skin treatments like laser, derma roller, and botox. However, these methods can […]

(Natural News) There’s so much more to herbs than just their culinary use — a lot of them also exhibit medicinal benefits. Navigating your way through the world of medicinal herbs can be a bit overwhelming, but if there’s one herb that you should know about then it’s tulsi, which is also known as holy […]