(Natural News) People have been using plants for various purposes for centuries, most notably for treating different kinds of illnesses. Essential oils derived from these plants, in particular, offer a wide array of medicinal properties that provide relief, prevention, and even reversal of symptoms and side effects. The use of essential oils as medicine for millennia […]

(Natural News) According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), hundreds of thousands of Americans have parasitic infections in their bodies. Emergency rooms in the U.S. say they receive 1,000 cases of tapeworm annually, and that more than 60 million Americans suffer from the effects of having been infected with the “cat poop” parasite, with symptoms […]

(Natural News) Diverticulosis is a condition that can be managed without the need for medical treatment. Wellness experts highly recommend managing the condition simply by changing your diet. Here are a few things to consider. (h/t to LifeZette.com.) After a flare-up of diverticulitis, give your colon a break. Liquid diets are recommended after severe episodes […]

(Natural News) Eating a Mediterranean diet can decrease the likelihood of aggressive prostate cancer (or PC) for men, according to a study published in The Journal of Urology. In their findings, the research team found that the diet, which has a high intake of fish, boiled potatoes, whole fruits, vegetables, legumes, and olive oil, coupled with a reduced […]

(Natural News) Researchers in Africa have discovered that a plant belonging to the daisy family can inhibit monosodium glutamate-induced toxicity in the brain and the nervous system. The results of their study, which appeared in the African Journal of Traditional, Complementary, and Alternative Medicines (ATHMSI), detailed the antioxidant properties of Dichrocephala integrifolia, a member of the Asteraceae […]

(Natural News) A local tree has captured the interest of Ethiopian researchers for its analgesic and anti-inflammatory activities. They reported that the leaves of the cabbage tree (Moringa stenopetala) could relieve disease-induced inflammation and pain without causing adverse side effects attributed to pharmaceutical drugs. Both inflammation and pain can cause severe problems if left untreated. Acute, chronic, […]

(Natural News) Feeling stressed lately? You’re not alone. In a survey, the American Psychological Association (APA) found that at least 44 percent of Americans have reported increased stressed levels over the past five years. Concerns over money and work are perennial stressors; however, a recent poll has also identified politics and media as sources of stress. […]

(Natural News) Your head is spinning. Your mouth is watery and there’s blood in your stool. You can’t stand the pain in your stomach and you’re shaking from fever. You wonder what happened – until you remember eating the leftover food that’s been sitting on the kitchen table for hours on end. You rush to […]

(Natural News) Here’s one more reason to start working out — a study has shown that regular exercise can benefit our brain in the long run. The study, a collaborative effort between researchers from Australia’s National Institute of Complementary Medicine at Western Sydney University and the Division of Psychology and Mental Health at the University of […]

(Natural News) Sleep is an essential part of a person’s day. Sleep allows your body to recover from the day’s physical and mental tasks. The amount of sleep needed varies from person to person, but on average, adults need at least seven hours of sleep every night. When a day is particularly stressful, it’s common for […]