(Natural News) Researchers from Duke University and Sweden’s Lund University have found that humans may be able to regrow cartilage in the joints. In a study published in the journal Science Advances, the researchers identified a mechanism for innate cartilage repair similar to that used by salamanders to regenerate limbs. This mechanism appears to be more active in the ankles and […]

(Natural News) Rheumatoid arthritis (RA), an autoimmune disease that affects the lining of the joints, is a condition that affects around 1.3 million Americans. While the etiology of rheumatoid arthritis is still unclear, experts have found that diet can play a factor in the onset of “flares” – or the sudden worsening of symptoms – […]

(Natural News) Anxiety disorders are one of the most common mental health concerns in the United States. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), these disorders affect about 40 million American adults, or 18.1 percent of the population each year. While anxiety disorders are highly treatable, the ADAA claims that only 36.9 […]

(Natural News) It turns out that there are many diseases and health issues that share similar symptoms to rheumatoid arthritis, making them likely to be mistaken for the arthritis sub-type and vice versa. Unsurprisingly, arthritis sub-types comprise half of the 12 likeliest suspects for misdiagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis belongs to the autoimmune or inflammatory […]

(Natural News) Exercise is important for living a healthy life, and a new study encourages people, particularly those with osteoarthritis, to exercise more. Yes, people with osteoarthritis can and should exercise. Published in the journal Osteoarthritis and Cartilage, the study suggested that exercise can help prevent the degradation of cartilage caused by osteoarthritis. To be […]

(Natural News) Osteoarthritis is a chronic and painful condition that can limit a person’s movements. Ironically, a recent study suggests that if you want to manage the symptoms of osteoarthritis, you should consider moving around more. According to the study, which appeared in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, brisk walking for just one hour […]

(Natural News) (Disclaimer: Story contains a promotional link at the end) Culinary spices date back to nearly the dawn of human civilization itself. For thousands of years, people have traded exotic spices all over the world and used them to add flavor to a wide assortment of cuisines. People have also traditionally used spices as […]

(Natural News) When it comes to apples, nutrition isn’t only skin-deep. To get the most out of your organic apples, you should enjoy the apple’s skin, along with its fleshy interior. There’s a good reason why organic apples are considered by some people to be one of the world’s healthiest fruits. This natural superfood contains high […]

(Natural News) It can be difficult to do daily tasks when inflammation occurs in the joints. This debilitating condition is known as arthritis. Arthritis causes pain and stiffness, which can make even simple activities difficult to do. Arthritis also worsens with age; it can even decrease a person’s range of motion. With symptoms that limit […]

(Natural News) The Brazilian ironwood, known natively as juca or pau-ferro, is grown in the Northeast Region of Brazil where it is commonly used as a treatment for illnesses such as diarrhea and cough. Studies suggest that ironwood leaves contain anti-inflammatory properties. Ironwood leaves reduce joint inflammation In a recent study, researchers from Federal University […]