(Natural News) The coconut isn’t just a delicious fruit — it’s also a versatile and nutritious one, at that. One of its health benefits, in particular, is its natural anti-depressant properties found in its husk. A study published in the Journal of Natural Medicines has suggested that the extract of coconut husk fiber can be used […]

(Natural News) Chronic stress is associated with many health problems, including weight gain and obesity. Researchers in India suggest people who are chronically stressed to consider taking ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) to prevent weight gain and obesity. Ashwagandha is a common adaptogen and is known for reducing stress and anxiety. The researchers aimed to evaluate the […]

(Natural News) The nights are longer and the days are colder, it can only mean one thing — winter’s almost here. For a lot of people, winter is a welcome season — think skiing, building a snowman, or just sitting by the fireplace with a hot bowl of soup. However, the change in season could […]

(Natural News) In most cases, insect bites are harmless and can cause nothing more than an itchy sensation. If the itch becomes too much to bear, you don’t have to resort to ointments laden with chemicals that can harm both your skin and your health. You only need to use the right essential oils to […]

(Natural News) The agave plant (Agave salmiana) has potential prebiotic benefits, according to a study published in the journal LWT – Food Science and Technology. The Mexican plant is found to contain fructooligosaccharides, a prebiotic sugar that can be food for the beneficial bacteria in our gut called probiotics, which in turn provide us with […]

(Natural News) Green amaranth (Amaranthus hybridus) is used in folk medicine in southern India as a treatment for diabetes. A study published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements confirmed its anti-diabetic potential. The study was conducted by a team of researchers from Al Shifa College of Pharmacy in India who looked at the effects of […]

(Natural News) Most people know myrrh as an aromatic, but not so much as a natural medicinal treatment. A study in the Ethiopian Pharmaceutical Journal, however, has proven that it does have remarkable medicinal benefits, among which are faster healing from wounds and protection from bacterial infections. What most people recognize as myrrh is actually […]

(Natural News) In homeopathy, wolf’s bane (Arnica montana) is used to ease the discomfort caused by sore muscles and minor sprains. Homeopathic remedies are microdilutions of extracts derived from medicinal flowers, herbs, plants, and some animal parts. You can purchase homeopathic remedies such as alcohol-based tinctures and sweetened pellets. Arnica is made from fresh or dried […]

(Natural News) Did you know that chlorella, a type of microalgae, is one of the most potent superfoods in the world? The video below – which was uploaded on the official Healing the Body Brighteon channel – features Derek Henry, founder of Healing the Body, a website that focuses on natural healing. Henry, who is also the creator of the […]

(Natural News) The key to eliminating antibiotic-resistant bacteria might be hidden in Moor-e-Talkh (Salvia mirzayanii), a Persian medicinal plant, according to a study by a team of researchers. Across the globe, the number of individuals developing antibiotic resistance due to the overuse of pharmaceutical drugs is on the rise. To address this concern, medical experts are now searching for […]