(Natural News) A study published in the journal Nutrition Research found that walnuts contain bioactive compounds that modulate microglial activation. This suggests that walnuts may help fight inflammation and neurodegeneration. Researchers at Tufts University hypothesized that whole walnut extract inhibits lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced microglial activation by regulating calmodulin expression through calcium ions. They tested their hypothesis […]

(Natural News) Postmenopausal women experience a decline in hormones, which affects their mental and physical health. Oftentimes, they use hormone replacement therapy to address these concerns. However, multiple reports have shown that this conventional treatment causes many side effects. Because of this, there is an increasing interest in the development of safe and natural agents for […]

(Natural News) The first thing that comes to mind when people think of tea is the hot beverage made from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant. Indeed, this is tea — as well as its variants, green tea, black tea, and oolong tea — but it’s not its only form. For instance, herbal teas — made from dried […]

(Natural News) Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects movements. Treatment for this condition focuses on managing its symptoms. Here are six alternative treatments that might help people with Parkinson’s disease. Acupuncture: A traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture enhances the appetite, promotes relaxation, boosts energy levels, promotes better sleep, and combats stress – all of […]

(Natural News) Diabetic nephropathy, also known as diabetic kidney disease, is a serious complication that can cause chronic kidney disease and end-stage renal disease. This complication is said to be triggered by oxidative stress. Fortunately, researchers from China and Sri Lanka found that this complication can be attenuated with red sage (Salvia miltiorrhiza), or danshen […]

(Natural News) If you want to add more greens to your diet, aside from the usual lettuce and kale, try barley grass. Barley grass, a member of the grass family, is the young leaf of the barley plant scientifically known as Hordeum vulgare. Adding barley grass to your diet will be beneficial for your gut, as […]

(Natural News) A study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food reported that turmeric-containing herbal supplements can be used to improve skin barrier function. In the study, the effects of turmeric-containing herbal supplements were compared with turmeric alone. A team of researchers at the University of California, Davis in Sacramento, California compared the effects of […]

(Natural News) A study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food found that the essential oil extracted from garden angelica (Angelica archangelica) plant has potent anti-inflammatory properties. In the study, the anti-inflammatory properties of garden angelica essential oil were explored in a lab trial. A team of researchers from Italy looked at the anti-inflammatory potential […]

(Natural News) A study published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness reported that lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) essential oil possesses cytoprotective and antioxidant properties. Lemongrass is widely used in traditional folk medicine. The essential oil extracted from lemongrass has been reported for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory potential. For the study, researchers at the University of Madras […]

(Natural News) Acupuncture is a widely used alternative medicine for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients, but its effectiveness on preventing coronary heart disease (CHD) in people with RA has not been investigated. Researchers from Taiwan conducted a large-scale study assessing the CHD risk in acupuncture users and non-users of RA patients. Their findings were published in the […]