(Natural News) Sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides), also known as the holy fruit of the Himalayas, is a medicinal shrub that grows in many countries in Europe, Central Asia, and East Asia. It is used widely in Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine due to its many health benefits. In particular, the oil that can be extracted […]

(Natural News) Perhaps the best-known and healthiest yoga pose is the downward-facing dog pose. It is one of the first asanas (poses) taught to beginners, and it remains popular even among veteran practitioners for its health benefits. The downward-facing dog pose activates the bladder channel, the longest acupuncture meridian in the body. Activating the channel improves the flow of qi through […]

(Natural News) Acute inflammation is a natural bodily process that occurs when you’re hurt or ill. However, chronic inflammation can cause more harm than good. If you suffer from chronic gut inflammation, try some gut-friendly snacks to ease your condition. Acute and chronic inflammation Inflammation is your body’s way of fighting things that can harm it, like injuries, infections, or […]

(Natural News) You know that fiber is good for you, but are you aware that not all types of fiber are created equally? If you’re looking to raise your fiber intake, honing in on one type of fiber in particular can be beneficial in terms of your health, digestion and weight: inulin. First, it’s important […]

(Natural News) If you’re thinking bone broth is just like all the other broths you know, you may be right, ingredients-wise. But when it comes to health benefits, bone broth trumps them all. Broths made from beef bones, chicken bones, and even fish bones are rich in nutrients, which make them perfect additions to a […]

(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) Blood sugar levels are rising throughout the American population. According to the Centers for Disease Control, more than one third of Americans are now suffering from pre-diabetes, a metabolic condition where the pancreas fails to produce enough of a hormone called insulin. When working properly, the pancreas produces the right amount of insulin […]

(Natural News) Pokeweed (Phytolacca americana) could either be a toxic plant or a dietary staple, depending on where and who you ask. The brightly colored plant has been dubbed as “the vegetarian’s puffer fish,” owing to the wild edible’s poisonous properties. Researchers from India have even found that pokeweed can be used together with antivirals to […]

(Natural News) Mushrooms may be considered by some as vegetables when added to a dish, but in reality, they are not. They are fungi that have been shown to possess medicinal benefits. This is widely known and appreciated by many people, hence the considerable number of studies about mushrooms and the active compounds they contain. Researchers from Nanjing Agricultural University […]

(Natural News) Vitamin D is essential for bone health, but it also plays many other important roles. The “sunshine vitamin” is critical for optimum immune system function — so much so, that scientists have been exploring its potential to cure drug-resistant illnesses. Recent research from Queen Mary University of London finds that vitamin D is […]