(Natural News) Medical marijuana is a booming industry, and the use value of cannabis just continues to expand as we learn more about this heavily prohibited, but clearly medicinal, plant. While CBD (cannabidiol) has been stealing the show, with its ability to help treat seizures, there is a new, non-psychoactive, medicinal plant compound in town: Terpenes. […]

(Natural News) Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in the world. In a study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, researchers from Cameroon discussed how the coffee senna (Senna occidentalis; formerly Cassia occidentalis Linn), a weed common in many parts of Africa, can be used to prevent atherosclerosis, one of […]

(Natural News) A breakthrough neurostimulation system may prove useful for patients suffering from chronic back pain. ReActiv8, a medical device developed by Mainstay Medical International, is awaiting pre-market approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and, if approved, could help the millions of Americans living with this debilitating condition. The gadget works similar […]

(Natural News) Garlic is a great example of a food whose symbolism and meaning are founded on facts. Ancient civilizations believed the odorous bulb to be a symbol of protection (be it from demons or vampires) and indeed, modern science is stating that garlic displays an impressive array of benefits, not least of which is […]

(Natural News) In the U.S., fall is also the time for pomegranates. While it’s known for its delicious “seeds” (which are technically called arils), it’s mostly known for being labor-intensive as the cracking open a pomegranate requires both patience and skill. Still, that shouldn’t be a reason to stop you from getting those delicious seeds, […]

(Natural News) By 2035, it is estimated that over 592 million people worldwide will have diabetes. This is a major cause for concern, which is why it has become even more important to find potential treatments for the condition. One plant that has shown antidiabetic potential is barley (Hordeum vulgare). The finding, which was published […]

(Natural News) According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 33,000 Americans develop liver cancer every year and from these, approximately 26,000 people die from the disease. One of the main reasons for the high mortality rates of liver cancer is the limited treatments available for the disease, which include chemotherapy and surgical removal […]

(Natural News) Sitting in place for hours on end can make you prone to a life-threatening condition called deep vein thrombosis. In an article in Natural Health 365, researchers reveal that the French maritime pine and nattokinase can prevent its onset. These two natural substances are able to break apart blood clots before the latter become […]

(Natural News) Korean red ginseng has traditionally been consumed to improve the healthy functions of the body. A study offered evidence that it could enhance the production of sperm, making it a potential remedy for men with varicocele-related infertility problems. Varicocele is a condition where the veins inside the scrotum become larger than usual. Similar to a […]

(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 […]