(Natural News) Cayenne peppers (Capsicum annuum) have an impressive nutrient profile and they are often used to flavor various dishes. But did you know that preppers also use cayenne peppers to make an herbal salve that can help keep their feet warm? (h/t to AskAPrepper.com) Keeping your feet warm is crucial to long-term foot health. But […]

(Natural News) When a person has a liver disease called cholestasis, the flow of bile from their liver is decreased. This may cause symptoms such as jaundice or fatigue. Thankfully, a study published in the journal Chinese Herbal Medicines has revealed that gardenias (Gardenia jasminoides) may help address this condition. In the study, researchers observed the effect […]

(Natural News) Could fish oil really help treat asthma? New research has indicated that may just be the case. Scientists from the University of Rochester Medical Center have reportedly made a shocking discovery about omega-3 fatty acids, and what purpose they may be able to serve for asthma patients. Their research, which was published in […]

(Natural News) There is hope for patients with leukemia. A study by researchers from Hangzhou Red Cross Hospital and Zhejiang Chinese Medical University in China found a potential cure for this disease in Australian raspberry (Rubus parvifolius). Their findings, which were published in the Chinese Journal of Integrative Medicine, showed that total saponins from Australian raspberry have potent antitumor effects […]

(Natural News) Fiber is an important part of a person’s diet. It is known for its beneficial effects on the gut, heart, and metabolism. However, few people know that this nutrient also helps prevent breast cancer. There two kinds of fiber in food, soluble and insoluble. The former is commonly found in vegetables, fruits, nuts, beans, […]

(Natural News) A study reports that fermented black chokeberries (Aronia melanocarpa) have anti-obesity effects. The study, which was published in the Journal of Medicinal Food, suggests that fermented black chokeberries could potentially be used as a dietary supplement for preventing obesity. Black chokeberries are mainly grown in Central and Eastern European countries. They have high levels […]

(Natural News) Researchers from San Diego State University report that dried apples could regulate blood sugar levels and improve insulin responses in healthy people. For their study, they examined the potential of dried apples to regulate blood sugar, insulin, satiety, and total plasma antioxidant levels, as well as the effect of dried apples on cognitive […]

(Natural News) Record numbers of Americans are suffering with depression and anxiety; there is no getting around that. The National Institute of Mental Health estimated that in 2015, over 16 million Americans experienced at least one major depressive episode over the course of the preceding year. By 2020, depression is expected to become the world’s […]

(Natural News) Some very common types of birth defects that can occur during pregnancy are neural tube defects. In an effort to curb the prevalence of these defects, new government guidelines strongly suggest that women who are planning to get pregnant, or currently are pregnant, should begin supplementing their diet with folic acid. According to […]

(Natural News) Japanese scientists have found more reasons for people to enjoy their daily cup of tea. Their study, which was published in the journal Nutrition Research, showed that catechins found in green tea can improve metabolic syndrome and reduce abdominal fat in obese and overweight individuals. More than 34 percent of adults in the U.S. […]