(Natural News) While berries get all the antioxidant fame and kale often tops the superfood lists, celery is usually overlooked. Omitted from many kitchen tables as the crunchy weight loss vegetable, celery is so much more than just a low-calorie diet food. Recently, celery got researchers at the University of Missouri all excited when they […]

(Natural News) Researchers from the Middle East found that a species of hawthorn can be used to manage blood sugar levels. In their study, which was published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, they identified Crete hawthorn (Crataegus azarolus), a plant native to the Mediterranean Basin, to have anti-hyperglycemic properties – that is, the ability to […]

(Natural News) More than 11 million Americans have been diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and it is classified as the third leading cause of death in America. Chronic bronchitis is closely related to COPD, but luckily for sufferers, it can be treated naturally. Sometimes, the simplest solution is a lifestyle change. For example, excessive smoking is […]

(Natural News) The field elm (Ulmus campestris) is already known for its many health benefits. But according to a recent study in the journal Phyotherapie, it has more to offer — in particular, in protecting the body from liver damage, gastric ulcer, and blood pressure problems. The study, conducted by Algerian and French researchers, found that […]

(Natural News) Pomegranates are among the healthiest fruits on earth. The ruby red, delicious, and nutrient-dense pomegranate arils are loaded with powerful polyphenols, a class of antioxidants that have an incredible impact on human health. Pomegranate juice is a sweet, antioxidant powerhouse that’s said to be better than red wine and green tea when it […]

(Natural News) Many people like to unwind at the end of a long week by having a glass or two of red wine, and it turns out that this habit could be doing your body just as much good as it does your mind. New research from the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and […]

(Natural News) A study reveals that the Korean herb Cynanchum paniculatum (Bunge) Kitag or “dog-strangling vine” is an effective treatment for viral infections and diseases. The roots of the dog-strangling vine that were used in the study came from the Jaechun Yakcho market at Chungchungbuk-do in South Korea and were identified by the Department of Plant […]

(Natural News) Researchers from South Korea report that red ginseng (Panax ginseng) can be used as a natural treatment for acne. In their study, which was published in the journal Phytotherapy Research, they identified the active ingredients of red ginseng, compared its antimicrobial effects to other substances, and determined its potential efficacy as a natural treatment […]

(Natural News) A recent study suggests that Gua Sha therapy is a safe and effective treatment for chronic lower back pain. The article, which appeared in the journal Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, looked at the healing effects of Gua Sha therapy in people with chronic lower back pain. For the study, researchers from the University […]

(Natural News) Many over-the-counter (OTC) painkillers, while efficient and useful at times, can be downright dangerous. Did you know that acetaminophen, also called paracetamol, accounts for more than 56,000 emergency room visits, 26,000 hospitalizations and an estimated 458 deaths each year? Because acetaminophen-containing painkillers such as Tylenol are often available over-the-counter, people assume that they […]