(Natural News) Calophyllum brasiliense, which is commonly called Santa Maria, is a plant native to Latin America. This subtropical plant is widely used by practitioners of traditional medicine as a remedy for bronchitis, liver disorders, gastrointestinal diseases, pain, inflammation, high blood pressure, rheumatism, and diabetes. However, most of these folkloric uses of Santa Maria have not been extensively studied. Researchers from […]

(Natural News) The number of people with diabetes continues to increase. To fight this epidemic, researchers continue to search for safe and effective natural treatments. One of the natural medicines discovered by scientists is aloe vera. A meta-analysis published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine supports the oral consumption of aloe vera for […]

(Natural News) Whether you’re a green tea enthusiast or you drink tea occasionally to cut back on your caffeine intake, you’ve probably heard that this kind of tea is one of the most beneficial drinks out there. While not all of the claims listed below are accurate, health experts confirm that green tea is a […]

(Natural News) Milk thistle is flowering plant that is often used as a herbal remedy due to its healing qualities. When used correctly, milk thistle extract can provide a number of health benefits, including promoting liver health and protecting it from nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Your liver normally contains a small amount of fat. This […]

(Natural News) Chronic stress can take its toll on our overall health and well-being. Adaptogens are natural substances that can increase your body’s resistance to stress. Rhodiola is a potent adaptogenic herb that can reduce the negative effects of stress on your body and help improve your overall quality of life. Also known as “arctic root” […]

(Natural News) In traditional Asian medicines, spikenard (Nardostachys chinensis) is used as an anti-malarial, pain relief, and neurotrophic treatment. In a study published in the journal Chinese Journal of Natural Medicines, spikenard was found to be a great natural anti-neuroinflammatory and neuroprotective agent, which means that it can help prevent diseases associated to neuron cell inflammation. […]

(Natural News) Pau d’arco is a part of the Tabebuia genus that grows in tropical regions. Pau d’arco is considered as one of the most powerful natural medicines because it can be used to treat a wide range of health problems, from minor to severe. It has been used in traditional medicine by indigenous tribes throughout South America […]

(Natural News) Depression has become an all too common condition in recent times. Despite its prevalence, however, pharmaceutical companies have failed to come up with a safe and effective way to address it. Lots of people think they either have to live with their negative feelings or accept the possibly deadly side effects that come […]

(Natural News) Bugi-bugi (Alchornea cordifolia), a plant widely used in traditional medicine in Africa, could be used to treat E. coli, according to a study published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. In their paper, researchers from the University of Dschang in Cameroon looked at the antimicrobial properties of bugi-bugi extract against E. coli using both laboratory tests […]

(Natural News) Mothers typically experience postpartum depression after giving birth. However, this condition is often treated with the use of antidepressant drugs, which come with potentially harmful side effects. Fortunately, researchers from Tehran University of Medical Sciences and Kashan University of Medical Sciences in Iran discovered the antidepressant potential of saffron. In their study, published […]