(Natural News) Scientists have known for a while now that eating more plants and cutting back on meat can ward off diabetes or help in the management of the disease. But recent research offers new information on the possible mechanisms behind such a diet’s beneficial effects on diabetes: the proliferation of gut bacteria. In a major breakthrough, scientists […]

(Natural News) Vegans and vegetarians don’t get enough protein – or so people think. In a recent article published online, internal medicine specialist Milton Mills blasted claims from dietitians that ditching meat means missing out on protein, an essential macronutrient. Plant cells contain protein, Mills argued. In fact, plant-based foods like grains, legumes and nuts […]

(Natural News) A review published in the journal Frontiers in Nutrition found that a plant-based diet can reduce or prevent the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis – an autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation in the joints, which causes painful swelling and stiffness. This finding can help patients manage the often debilitating effects of the disease, according to researchers from […]

(Natural News) A study published in the journal Nutrients found that a plant-based diet can restore the function of beta cells, which are important for insulin production and healthy blood glucose levels. According to the researchers, modern medicine only slightly slows down the decline of beta-cell function in people with Type 2 diabetes. The study, on the […]

(Natural News) Organic foods like fruits and vegetables are incredibly nutritious and provide several health benefits. In fact, adopting a plant-based diet and eating enough of the “right” foods, such as fruits and vegetables, can reduce the risk of chronic conditions like diabetes. In a recent report published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), a team of […]

(Natural News) Luteolin is a flavonoid found in many herbs and vegetables that are part of the human diet. Examples of these plant-based foods include chamomile, celery, green peppers and thyme. Being a widely studied flavonoid, luteolin’s biological activities are well-discussed in several studies. Besides having anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activities, luteolin is perhaps best-known for its […]

(Natural News) Plant-based diets are generally healthy and provide a lot of benefits. Now a recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that a plant-based diet can lower the risk of Type 2 diabetes by 23 percent. A team of researchers from Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health in […]

(Natural News) Researchers have found that people who stick to plant-based diets, such as a vegetarian or a vegan diet, have a significantly lower risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. Their study, which appeared in JAMA Internal Medicine, revealed that eating a plant-based diet is associated with a 23 percent lower risk, and that this risk is even lower for […]

(Natural News) Following a balanced diet keeps your body healthy and helps prevent diseases. But according to a nutritionist, eating a plant-based diet is also one of the best ways to boost your mood and reverse depression. Depression and eating habits At Vitafoods Europe 2019, Julie Ward, a plant-based nutritionist and the founder of Fresh Food Alchemy (FFA), […]

(Natural News) Stroke-related deaths have been steadily declining in recent years. According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), mortality rates for stroke are now at 37.6 deaths per hundred thousand – significantly lower than in the early 2000s. However, a study by the Boston University School of Medicine noted that while the drop is true for older adults, […]