(Natural News) Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicinal practice that has been used for centuries, even today. In a study published in the journal Acupuncture in Medicine, acupuncture was found to reduce the sensitivity of the median nerve. Animal studies show that acupuncture can reduce mechanosensitivity of peripheral nerves. In this study, researchers from the […]

(Natural News) You don’t need to take proton pump inhibitors or other antacids to deal with the painful symptoms of heartburn. There are natural ways of relieving that burning feeling in your chest without resorting to potentially harmful drugs. Slow down and be mindful of how much you eat Healthy weight loss improves general health […]

(Natural News) Cupping therapy is a healing practice that involves placing cups at certain points on a person’s skin. A practitioner creates suction in the cups, which pulls against the skin. There are two main types of cupping: wet and dry. In wet cupping, a practitioner punctures the patient’s skin before starting the suction. This […]

(Natural News) Osteoarthritis is a chronic and painful condition that can limit a person’s movements. Ironically, a recent study suggests that if you want to manage the symptoms of osteoarthritis, you should consider moving around more. According to the study, which appeared in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, brisk walking for just one hour […]

(Natural News) Do you often wake up with pain in your lower back? By identifying the symptoms of likely causes of morning back pain, you may find out what plagues your body and take the right steps to manage your condition. Your morning back pain may come from degenerative disc disease The first possible cause is degenerative […]

(Natural News) Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common gastrointestinal disorder; it affects up to 20 percent of the global population at any given time. In a study published in Chinese Medicine, researchers from the Shanghai University of Traditional Medicine and Indiana University School of Medicine suggested using a form of heat therapy called moxibustion […]

(Natural News) Researchers recently found a connection between local acupuncture points and the peripheral nerves involved in neuropathy and neuropathic pain. They concluded that stimulating those local points with needles ensures the successful treatment of peripheral neuropathy. Numerous studies show that acupuncture improves medical conditions like chronic lower back pain, migraine and tension headaches, and chemotherapy-related […]

(Natural News) Honeycomb is a waxy substance formed by honey bees to serve as storage for pollen and bee products. It is made of pure beeswax and also houses bee larvae. Honeycomb itself is edible – this series of hexagonal cells can be chewed directly and is a great addition to a person’s diet. While it is […]

(Natural News) When it comes to migraine, women are much more vulnerable than men. A new study tracked the source of these headaches to the meninges, where calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) triggered pain-related activity in female rats but not in male rats. CGRP contributes to the onset of migraines. Until recently, no one knew exactly where inside the […]

(Natural News) A recent study published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine suggests supplementing with Indian gooseberry. It reduces cholesterol and triglyceride levels – both of which are associated with the risk of heart disease. Indian gooseberry supplements help manage blood lipid levels Indian gooseberries are small, nutritious fruits that grow in India, the Middle East, and some countries in Southeast Asia. […]