(Natural News) In traditional Asian medicines, spikenard (Nardostachys chinensis) is used as an anti-malarial, pain relief, and neurotrophic treatment. In a study published in the journal Chinese Journal of Natural Medicines, spikenard was found to be a great natural anti-neuroinflammatory and neuroprotective agent, which means that it can help prevent diseases associated to neuron cell inflammation. […]

(Natural News) Research published in Pharmaceutical Biology has found that a herbal medication called ojayeonjonghwan could be used to manage problems in the prostate gland — in particular, inflammation. The study, a collaboration between Kyung Hee University and Hoseo University in South Korea, investigated the medicine’s anti-inflammatory properties using both animal and laboratory settings. “Traditional Korean medicine provides an […]

(Natural News) A herbal compound used in traditional Chinese medicine can be used to treat a type of pneumonia caused by multidrug-resistant bacteria, according to researchers from the Henan University of Chinese Medicine. In their study, which was published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, they suggested that Dusuqing granules have the ability to inhibit the effects of Klebsiella […]

(Natural News) Ibuprofen is a type of a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is often used to relieve pain, fever, and inflammation related to a wide range of health conditions. Some people treat this over-the-counter (OTC) drug as a “cure all” panacea for many of their ailments. However, ibuprofen can often cause unwanted side effects, such […]

(Natural News) Chili peppers and marijuana might seem like two very different things but a recent study published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences shows that these two items have certain similarities. Researchers from the University of Connecticut found that chili peppers and marijuana interact with the same receptors in the stomach that help […]

(Natural News) One thing that pathological conditions like wounds and trauma have in common is that they often cause pain. This uncomfortable sensation often goes hand-in-hand with inflammation, which is why it poses a significant challenge in disease treatment. Although there are many conventional pain relievers available, these have adverse side effects so they must be taken […]

(Natural News) Cardiovascular diseases are the leading causes of mortality worldwide. The World Health Organization estimates that these diseases account for as much as 17.9 million deaths every year, which is approximately 31 percent of all global deaths. These numbers highlight the need for remedies that can safely and effectively protect the heart from disease. Scientists have searched […]

(Natural News) Nature’s medicine cupboard is packed with incredibly powerful, safe and side effect-free weapons against even the most life-threatening of illnesses. Studies have already confirmed the individual cancer fighting capabilities of vitamin C and quercetin – a naturally occurring flavonoid found in foods like onions, berries and apples, as well as in certain herbs, […]

(Natural News) Researchers from Huazhong University of Science and Technology have found that using Jiao-Tai-Wan — a herbal decoction used in traditional Chinese medicine — can promote better sleep. The finding, published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, supports the traditional use of the plant as a therapeutic agent for insomnia and its accompanying complications. In the study, the team […]

(Natural News) Arthritis is the term for a debilitating condition that affects a person’s musculoskeletal system, and it is characterized by knots, painful and swollen joints, and stiffness in the affected parts of the body. It can severely affect a person’s ability to accomplish daily tasks, especially when their arthritis is flaring up. Thankfully, several studies […]