(Natural News) Getting the latest scoop on healthy eating can be a chore — especially given how deep industry influences seem to run. Whether it’s covering up toxins hiding in food, or denying the dangers of common ingredients like high fructose corn syrup, the mainstream media has suppressed the truth about food (and what’s actually […]

(Natural News) Anxiety affects millions of people every year, and anxiety disorders are considered to be the most prevalent of mental illnesses. Statistics show that in the United States, some 40 million adults grapple with an anxiety disorder every year — over 18 percent of the total adult population. It’s estimated that around 25 percent […]

(Natural News) Despite the current uptick in awareness of traditional forms of medicine, most people are limited to familiar and well-known systems like Ayurveda, Native American, and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Take the Middle East, for instance: while it has an established medical system, little information is accessible on its potential health benefits. That’s too bad, really […]

(Natural News) Wandering cudweed (Gnaphalium pensylvanicum willd.), an annual herbal plant that is widely distributed in many regions of China, can help reduce high uric acid levels and fight gouty arthritis, according to a study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. The study, which was carried out by a team of researchers […]

(Natural News) A comprehensive review of ten cohort studies on the neuroprotective effects of gingko extract concludes that the herb may be useful in the treatment of dementia. To date, modern medicine is capable of addressing only symptoms of the disease, with an emphasis placed on proper management. That being said, data being published on […]

(Natural News) In Southeast Asia, the leaves of the bamboo (Phyllostachys pubescens) and the fruit of the Japanese apricot (Prunus mume) are traditionally used for food and medicinal purposes. A study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine has provided scientific evidence on one of these plants’ health benefits – blood clot prevention. […]

(Natural News) Depression is a common and serious medical illness that affects how you feel, act, or perform. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, 16 million adults in the U.S. had at least one depressive episode in 2012. Meanwhile, 350 million people worldwide suffer from the condition. With these overwhelming statistics and the […]

(Natural News) Moringa oleifera (commonly known as moringa) is widely known for its numerous health benefits. In fact, a lot of studies have associated the consumption of moringa to the treatment of various health conditions, including diabetes. In a study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, it has been found that consuming moringa […]

(Natural News) Although the papaya is more famous for its delicious and refreshing fruit, one should not ignore its leaves. Repeated tests in India have proven the benefits of papaya leaf juice in boosting platelet count, indicating its potential as a treatment for certain blood conditions. In 2009, the Asian Institute of Science and Technology […]

(Natural News) The shrubby bushclover (Lespedeza bicolor) can be viewed as either an ornamental or invasive plant, depending on where you’re from. A less common perspective is that it can be a medicinal plant. According to Dr. Sami Ullah, an assistant professor in the University of Peshawar‘s Botany department, this plant is worth keeping a […]