(Natural News) Wandering cudweed (Gnaphalium pensylvanicum willd.), an annual herbal plant that is widely distributed in many regions of China, can help reduce high uric acid levels and fight gouty arthritis, according to a study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. The study, which was carried out by a team of researchers […]

(Natural News) Without a doubt, the kidneys are essential to the body’s daily functions. Aside from being the body’s resident cleansing powerhouse, these two bean-shaped organs balance water levels, regulate blood pressure and red blood cell levels, and adjust the body’s acidity. Failure to take good care of the kidneys can result in adverse health […]

(Natural News) Good news for the ladies who need pain relief from menstrual cramps but don’t want to take pharmaceutical drugs like NSAIDs. A recent Chinese review reported that the stimulation of acupuncture points can relieve the symptoms of dysmenorrhea while having fewer side effects than anti-inflammatory drugs. Painful periods are the most common female […]

(Natural News) People with HIV could stand to benefit from adding powdered moringa leaves (Moringa oleifera) to their diet, especially during antiretroviral therapy, as this can improve their nutritional status and boost their immune system, according to research in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. In the study, researchers at the Université libre de Bruxelles in Belgium compared the effects of daily […]

(Natural News) If you’re looking to get rid of stubborn belly fat, try raiding your spice rack. A preliminary study has suggested that cinnamon may be efficient in preventing fat from settling around the belly, DailyMail.co.uk reported. A study presented at a conference hosted by the American Heart Association found that the spice, commonly used in […]

(Natural News) Cordyceps is truly fascinating, and it is currently at the center of a search for effective pharmacological products that exhibit certain characteristics. One such study looked at the current status of Cordyceps research and its other recent developments in Taiwan. The details of this study, titled “Research and development of Cordyceps in Taiwan,” were published […]

(Natural News) Now that summer is finally here, it seems like an exciting idea to spend more time in the great outdoors or let the sunshine enter through the open windows. However, pesky mosquitoes are also out to enjoy the influx of people at this time of the year. There’s no need to panic, though. […]

(Natural News) If you are out in the wild and get wounded, look for Hibiscus micranthus. New research has established this hibiscus’ ability to hasten the healing of wounds. The findings of the study, published in the journal BMC Complementary Alternative Medicine, suggested that the antibacterial properties and the phytochemicals of the plant are responsible for […]

(Natural News) Black ginseng, a ginseng derivative (Panax ginseng C.A.Mey.) that has been repeatedly steamed and dried, is known to have biological and pharmacological activities. In the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, a study has established its potential use in functional food and drugs, based on its distinct physicochemical properties and biological activity. Researchers compared the […]

(Natural News) Researchers have established that Mathurameha (also spelled as Mathura Meha), a traditional herbal blend in Thailand that uses 26 medicinal plants, is an effective and safe way to treat Type 2 diabetes. The study, published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, examined the decoction’s ability to reduce blood sugar. Mathurmeha has been used for in […]