(Natural News) The Brazilian ironwood, known natively as juca or pau-ferro, is grown in the Northeast Region of Brazil where it is commonly used as a treatment for illnesses such as diarrhea and cough. Studies suggest that ironwood leaves contain anti-inflammatory properties. Ironwood leaves reduce joint inflammation In a recent study, researchers from Federal University […]

(Natural News) Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a condition that affects millions of individuals in the U.S. There is currently no cure for the disease, but making lifestyle changes can help lower your risk of developing AMD. What is age-related macular degeneration? AMD causes the blurring of a person’s central vision because of damage to […]

(Natural News) Researchers from Chongqing University of Education in China looked at the ability of kudingcha to protect against ulcerative colitis, an inflammatory bowel disease. The team published their findings in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness. Standard treatment for ulcerative colitis can cause side effects after long-term use, so the researchers aimed to […]

(Natural News) Scientists continue to explore the potential benefits of herbal remedies like Chinese skullcap (Scutellaria baicalensis). The root of this plant contains a compound called baicalein, which is often used to treat liver disease in traditional Chinese medicine. In a recent study published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine, baicalein was found to […]

(Natural News) The use of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) to treat various conditions is gaining traction. Many cancer patients use Chinese herbal medicines to improve their physical and emotional well-being and reduce the toxicity of chemotherapeutic agents. Researchers from The Chinese University of Hong Kong believe that the approach to cancer treatment should shift from a single-target […]

(Natural News) Patients who have Lyme disease might have an alternative to the ineffective antibiotic-based approach. Ozone therapy offers a more natural and effective way of alleviating the effects of the illness. Lyme disease is a bacterial infection caused by the microbe Borrelia burgdorferi. It spreads to humans through the bites of blood-sucking tick species, such as the black-legged tick and […]

(Natural News) Aside from being a refreshing drink, cucumber juice is also an amazing health tonic. Here are 13 reasons why you should drink cucumber juice: It offers many nutrients – When pureed with the skin, cucumber is a great source of vitamins K, A, and C. It also provides small amounts of folate and minerals […]

(Natural News) If you’re looking for a natural way to attain and maintain healthy hair, using argan oil is a great option. This golden oil is derived from the kernel fruits of argan trees in Morocco, where it is used as a natural topical and internal remedy for thousands of years. What’s in it and […]

(Natural News) Researchers found a way to help people get out of the hospital as soon as possible. A new meta-analysis published in the journal Nutrients suggests that the administration of vitamin C can shorten the length of stay of a patient in the intensive care unit (ICU) on average by about eight percent. For […]

(Natural News) Researchers in Germany found a way to slow down the progression of eye cancer. This may be possible through a substance found in the coralberry plant. Originating in Korea, the coralberry plant bears bright red fruits that make it a great ornamental plant. Its leaves contain bacteria that produce a natural insecticide called […]