(Natural News) Functional foods contain bioactive compounds that can help fight diseases. Researchers from Wuhan Sports University examined how some of the most widely used bioactive ingredients enhance autophagy, which can help in the prevention and treatment of chronic diseases. The study was published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness. What is autophagy? Autophagy is the body’s way of […]

(Natural News) Turmeric is an Indian spice used to give curry it’s distinct golden color. But beyond its culinary use, turmeric is considered one of the most widely used medicinal herbs on the planet. This is because turmeric contains a compound called curcumin, which is responsible for its health benefits. These benefits range from reducing inflammation […]

(Natural News) Parasites are small organisms that depend on a living host for their survival and propagation. In humans, parasites are often found in the intestines, but they also dwell in other organs such as the skin and the brain. Because they cannot live sans their host, most human parasites don’t cause death, but some can […]

(Natural News) Wild yam joins the roster of heart-healthy foods, as a study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food reveals that a compound called diosgenin in the Dioscorea species of yam has vasodilating effects that may boost cardiovascular health. Researchers from Brazil looked at the effects of diosgenin on the cardiovascular health of rats. They […]

(Natural News) Adding cayenne pepper to any savory dish gives it an amazing kick. But did you know that cayenne pepper isn’t just a spicy ingredient? This superfood also offers several benefits, such as improving blood circulation and boosting your heart health. Cayenne pepper’s health benefits Cayenne pepper contains essential vitamins and minerals such as: […]

(Natural News) Lemons and limes are often used to make a variety of citrusy treats and drinks like pies and juices. They even share similar nutritional profiles and health benefits. But lemons and limes also have certain differences. For example, lemons are slightly more acidic than limes. The nutritional profile of lemons and limes Lemons […]

(Natural News) Long considered one of the best superfoods on the planet, blueberries have been found to have another ability up its antioxidant-rich sleeve: the ability to reduce the risk of heart disease. In a study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, researchers found that daily consumption of one cup of blueberries for […]

(Natural News) Magic mushrooms are fungi that contain the active ingredient psilocybin, a powerful psychedelic that can cause mind-altering experiences in the user. While some may brush these shrooms off as remnants of the hippie movement back in the ’60s, researchers, on the other hand, are looking into the positive effects of psilocybin on behavioral and psychiatric […]

(Natural News) Ginger is a well-known spice often used in Asian cuisine, especially in Indian, Thai, and Chinese cooking. Also known by its scientific name Zingiber officinale, ginger belongs to the same family as other medicinal spices like cardamom and turmeric. In traditional medicine, the root of the ginger plant is used to alleviate digestive problems, relieve […]

(Natural News) Researchers from the University of Macau and Zunyi Medical University in China summarized the beneficial effects of puerarin on diabetes mellitus and its complications, as well as the mechanisms underlying these effects. This review was published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. Diabetes mellitus (DM) is one of the most challenging public health problems […]