(Natural News) Pine pollen has only recently gained steam in the west, thanks largely to books published by renowned herbalist and author Stephen Buhner. “Pine pollen given its potency, its similarity to ginseng in some of its actions, and its status as, perhaps, the premier phytoantrogen on the planet, should have been recognized long before […]

(Natural News) If you’ve heard that high doses of vitamin C can kill cancer, there’s a good chance you’ve also heard some official-sounding organizations claiming that there is no science to back this up. However, new research shows that high doses of vitamin C can indeed fight cancer, underscoring the findings of countless other studies […]

(Natural News) Countless studies have proven that following a healthy diet and exercising regularly can help maintain your physical health. But according to a study published in Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, a plant-based diet and physical activity can also help individuals with anxiety and depression. Diet, exercise, and your mental health The researchers involved in this group […]

(Natural News) Research provides another reason for you to eat more leafy greens: They prevent the onset of a serious eye disease called glaucoma. In a study published in the journal JAMA Ophthalmology, researchers suggested that eating green leafy vegetables every day may cut one’s risk of glaucoma by 20 to 30 percent over many years. […]

(Natural News) The classical Ayurveda medicinal system offers a potential remedy for the often crippling pain of rheumatoid arthritis. Indian researchers recently tested the efficacy of two Ayurvedic medicines – Bhallatakadi Churna with guda and Bhallatak guggulu – in relieving the painful symptoms of the chronic autoimmune disease. Ayurveda describes rheumatoid arthritis as “Amavata.” Over […]

(Natural News) Chronic non-specific lower back pain, a condition affecting thousands of people, is often treated using over-the-counter medicines that can do more harm than good. But did you know that there are safer and more effective natural treatments available for this condition? Studies have suggested that yoga is an effective way to treat chronic non-specific […]

(Natural News) Looking for an herbal remedy for hair loss? Try the herb called Siberian geranium, scientifically known as Geranium sibiricum. A study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine confirmed the hair growth-promoting effect of the extract of Siberian geranium. For the study, researchers at Chung-Ang University in Korea and the University […]

(Natural News) For the Greeks, the apple was a symbol of abundance and fertility. However, according to a study, the fruit may actually be a natural aphrodisiac for women. The study, which was published in the journal Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics, involved a group of doctors in Trento, Italy, who observed 731 healthy and sexually active […]

(Natural News) Having a fatty liver can lead to severe conditions in the future, but a team of scientists from the Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine is turning to alternative medicine and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) to address it. In particular, they found colon hydrotherapy, when it is combined with TCM, to be a promising treatment strategy in managing […]

(Natural News) Some people who practice oil pulling swear by coconut oil. Others much rather prefer to use sesame oil. An Indian study compared the two edible oils to determine which one is more effective at reducing gingivitis. Oil pulling is the Ayurvedic equivalent of gargling with mouthwash. Swishing a small amount of natural oil in […]