(Natural News) Peppermint oil (Mentha Piperita) may be used as a safe and effective natural remedy for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), according to a literature review published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Peppermint oil was found to improve several symptoms of IBS. A team of researchers from the U.S. and Australia sought […]

(Natural News) Saururus chinensis (Asian lizard’s tail) has been used in traditional Korean medicine for treating pain, intoxication, edema, and furuncle. Researchers from the National Development Institute of Korean Medicine evaluated the effect of S. chinensis leaf extract on mice with type II collagen-induced arthritis. Their findings were published in the BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine journal. Previous research has documented the anti-inflammatory, […]

(Natural News) Hemp and hemp seed oil are all the hype these days. Millions of people have jumped on the recent health craze by adding high-quality hemp protein powder or hemp hearts to their morning smoothies. But did you know that a pure extract of the cannabis bud could potentially cure cancer, with hungriness, happiness and […]

(Natural News) Touted as the “plant of immortality” by ancient Egyptians and used by Cleopatra as her favorite royal beauty secret, very few natural products have such versatile applications as pure aloe vera gel. One of the world’s most popular and useful healing herbs can be used to moisturize your skin, improve skin conditions such as psoriasis […]

(Natural News) You can give extra care for your oral health by consuming more polyphenols. These are compounds derived from plants that serve different functions, including plant defense, growth regulation, and even color. A systematic review published in the journal Fitoterapia concluded that polyphenols have great potential as antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory substances in the treatment and prevention of […]

(Natural News) Linden tree is a tall, leafy, deciduous tree commonly seen throughout Asia, Europe, and the U.S. Throughout the years, people have used various parts of the tree  —  such as its flowers, inner bark, and leaves — for medicinal purposes, mostly in the forms of tinctures, teas, and other beverages. The two most […]

(Natural News) Fenugreek may help reduce symptoms of menopause, according to research. The study, which was published in the journal Phytotherapy Research, examined the effect of supplementing with fenugreek extract on plasma estrogens and postmenopausal discomforts. A common conventional treatment for the symptoms of menopause is hormone replacement therapy, which has been found to have adverse […]

(Natural News) Kava kava is a traditional medicine widely used in the Pacific, especially for anxiety relief. In a literature review, scientists from Grand Valley State University in Michigan supported this claim, noting the plant’s safety and efficacy in improving symptoms of anxiety, if used for less than eight weeks. A lot of people suffer from […]

(Natural News) Researchers from the Middle East found that a species of hawthorn can be used to manage blood sugar levels. In their study, which was published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, they identified Crete hawthorn (Crataegus azarolus), a plant native to the Mediterranean Basin, to have anti-hyperglycemic properties – that is, the ability to […]

(Natural News) Record numbers of Americans are suffering with depression and anxiety; there is no getting around that. The National Institute of Mental Health estimated that in 2015, over 16 million Americans experienced at least one major depressive episode over the course of the preceding year. By 2020, depression is expected to become the world’s […]