(Natural News) In this study, Polish researchers evaluated changes in the gene expression associated with the cellular stress response in peripheral mononuclear blood cells (PMBC) in healthy women after qigong training. The results of their study were published in the journal Annals of Agricultural and Environmental Medicine. According to studies, qigong — an ancient Chinese exercise […]

(Natural News) Opioid-related overdose is a top concern in the U.S., where it claims around 130 lives every day, according to data from the National Institute on Drug Abuse. In the midst of this crisis, people have turned to alternative treatments for pain relief. A therapy that’s gaining ground is acupuncture, a form of traditional Chinese […]

(Natural News) Are you getting enough sleep every night? If not, it’s high time that you prioritize getting more hours catching those Z’s. American researchers found that losing even 16 minutes of sleep can have negative effects on a person’s daily activities, including increased stress levels and poorer work performance. They published their findings in Sleep […]

(Natural News) Fluorescent lighting is the most commonly used artificial light source today. This is because it produces much less heat than an incandescent light bulb, making it more efficient. However, new research suggests that fluorescent lighting can bring about unexpected and unwanted consequences at a genetic level. The study, published in the journal Genes, showed that exposure to […]

(Natural News) Have you heard of the medicinal plant called red physic nut (Baliospermum montanum)? Also known as wild castor, the red physic nut is a leafy stout undershrub plant that grows in the Middle East and Southeast Asia where it is commonly used in traditional medicine. In Thailand, it is used to treat eczema, muscle […]

(Natural News) Omega-6 fatty acids like linoleic acid (LA) and arachidonic acid (AA) have long been deemed as bad fats. This is due to the belief that having more omega-6 fatty acids than omega-3s increases a person’s risk of heart disease. It is also predicated on the fact that omega-6 fatty acids are pro-inflammatory and give […]

(Natural News) When people think about nuts, almonds, macadamia nuts, pistachios, cashews, and pecans usually come to mind. These nuts are already established superfoods and are worth adding to a healthy diet. But have you ever heard of the pili nut? Pili nuts are derived from the pili tree (Canarium ovatum), a tropical tree native to maritime Southeast […]

(Natural News) Baking soda has a wide variety of uses that range from whitening teeth to cleaning dishes. A study published in The Journal of Immunology added another purpose to the already versatile compound. Researchers from Augusta University in Georgia found that baking soda may also help reduce inflammatory conditions. Why is a balanced body pH […]

(Natural News) Following a healthy diet is essential for your overall well-being. And while several diets promote weight loss, only a handful of them, such as intermittent fasting, can improve cognitive function, physical performance, and workout recovery all at once. What is intermittent fasting? Intermittent fasting is a type of diet that requires you to stick to an eight-hour eating […]

(Natural News) Bone broth is a healing food that’s made with nutritious ingredients, but it can take several hours to make. A simple kitchen hack to enjoy the health benefits of bone broth without waiting for hours is using a pressure cooker. Why is bone broth good for you? Bone broth is cooked for several […]