(Natural News) Are you getting your daily dose of probiotics? Many people think probiotics are only necessary after a round of antibiotic medication, but the truth is that you can benefit from probiotic and prebiotic foods on a daily basis. Probiotics have long been known for their ability to support and improve digestive health, but […]

(Natural News) Nigerians have been eating editan (Lasianthera africana) and utazi (Gongronema latifolium) for thousands of years. It turns out that these locally-available and popular vegetables are rich in natural alkaloids that support the healthy function of the brain and prevent the onset of neurodegenerative diseases. Plants synthesize alkaloids to repel herbivorous animals that graze on them. These phytochemicals often […]

(Natural News) Are you feeling down and depressed? Try taking one of these natural supplements to boost the serotonin levels in your brain, thereby improving your mood and providing protection from the onset of certain mental disorders. Amino acids, vitamins, and minerals that produce serotonin Tryptophan is an amino acid that is found in protein-rich foods but best […]

(Natural News) Stress is something that many people struggle with. It manifests itself in different forms of emotional discomfort accompanied by physical symptoms such as headache, chest pain, upset stomach, and lack of energy. Sometimes having a good rest is enough to make these symptoms disappear. But when sleep doesn’t work, health professionals recommend either meditation, progressive muscle […]

(Natural News) Curcumin, the main active ingredient in turmeric (Curcuma longa), is the closest thing that people have to a silver bullet. Studies have shown that it can be used to treat a laundry list of diseases, including cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer’s, and even cancer. Now, a meta-analysis published in the journal Phytotherapy Research suggests adding depression to […]

(Natural News) Everyone can agree that good memories evoke happy feelings. For some, simply reminiscing on childhood memories is enough to give them pleasure, while for others, finding happiness is like trying to find a needle in a haystack. And often, these people are the ones who turn to using substances which they eventually abuse. But there are some […]

(Natural News) A report by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) revealed that dementia was the leading cause of death in England and Wales for two consecutive years. According to the researchers, the neurological disorder is now responsible for more deaths compared with heart disease. Data from the ONS showed that dementia accounted for up to 62,948 deaths […]

(Natural News) General obesity is an epidemic, but it is possible to have excess belly fat without being generally obese. Still, unwanted belly fat is bad news for overall health. Researchers even found that waist-to-hip ratio, and not body mass index (BMI), can increase your risk of dementia. Dementia is the loss of cognitive functioning, […]

(Natural News) Feeling anxious about something? Try exercising. Multiple studies have shown a link between the two – from psychological theories suggesting that exercise improves self-efficacy and social interaction to clinical trials that reveal a positive relationship between exercise and anxiety prevention. But why exactly is exercise a great way to reduce feelings of anxiety? Here […]

(Natural News) Bill Gates recently disclosed that his father has Alzheimer’s disease. Gates also announced that his father’s illness inspired him to donate a staggering $100 million towards Alzheimer’s disease research. But, as is typical of Bill Gates, his motives are not as altruistic as they may seem. The billionaire businessman admits that his donations […]