(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) Interest in plant-derived compounds has not waned for the past several years but, instead, has grown enormously. Researchers continue to study plants and their chemical components due to their advantages over pharmaceutical drugs. Not only do phytochemicals show more effectiveness than modern medications, they also cause less toxicity to the body and produce very few […]

(Natural News) According to the American Cancer Society, the number of people diagnosed with liver cancer has more than tripled since 1980. Around 42,000 new cases are diagnosed each year, and the mortality rate is incredibly high, with the disease claiming 31,780 lives annually. While lifestyle and other factors may play a role in this […]

(Natural News) Researchers from Tsinghua University in China looked at how oral microbiota impacts human health. Their review was published in Food Science and Human Wellness.  An estimated 700 microorganisms in the human cavity form the oral microbiota. This includes different types of bacteria, fungi, and viruses. Oral microbiota is linked with gut microbiota, but they have distinctions. […]

(Natural News) Essential oils have long been of interest to researchers, particularly their chemical composition. These oils are derived from aromatic plants and are often used for aromatherapy. The chemical compounds they contain are said to be their source’s essence; hence these plant components are considered to have powerful bioactivities that bring a lot of health […]

(Natural News) Primary liver cancer is a malignant tumor that starts in the liver. The main type of primary liver cancer affecting adults is hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). HCC starts in the hepatocytes (hepatoma) which is the liver’s main cell type. High mortality and morbidity rates are associated with HCC, which is primarily caused by uncontrolled […]

(Natural News) New research has discovered a benefit of the common hop, the plant that gives beer its color, bitterness, and flavor. The study, which was published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences, found that hops contain compounds that have liver and colon cancer-fighting properties. The primary compound of the common hop (Humulus lupulus) […]

(Natural News) Medicinal plants contain compounds that are known to interfere with the development of diseases such as cancer, and essential oils from these aromatic plants are some of the most potent natural anticancer agents. A study published in the Journal of Essential Oil Research investigated the anti-proliferation effect and cytotoxicity of the essential oil from […]

(Natural News) Ginseng, referred to by some as the “king of all herbs,” is a widely used herbal medicine and health supplement. Numerous benefits are associated with the use of ginseng, most notably the enhancement of male reproductive function, the improvement of general well-being, and the prevention of cancer. While different varieties of ginseng exist, each […]

(Natural News) Compared to English walnuts (Juglans regia), black walnuts (J. nigra) have a bolder and earthier flavor. Black walnuts are full of anti-inflammatory compounds and offer many health benefits, such as boosting your heart health and lowering blood pressure. The nutrient profile of black walnuts Black walnuts have three main components responsible for their health […]