(Natural News) Researchers from the Hong Kong Baptist University have found that scalp acupuncture can potentially be used to treat symptoms of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). In their paper, they reported that children stand to benefit the most from this procedure, based on the results of their trial. “We observed a better improvement in children […]

(Natural News) Lyme disease is one of the many epidemics that has plagued the United States in recent years. Residents of areas infested by ticks are at considerable risk of contracting the illness. Fortunately, homeopathy offers natural and effective ways. First identified in 1883, Lyme disease originated from pathogenic bacteria called Borrelia burgdorferi. Ticks serve […]

(Natural News) Researchers from different universities in China evaluated the potential of a traditional Chinese medicine formula known as ba zheng powder to treat female patients with recurrent urinary tract infection (RUTI). The results of their study were published in the Chinese Journal of Integrative Medicine. To determine if ba zheng powder can be an alternative treatment […]

(Natural News) Researchers from Sichuan University and the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College evaluated the bioactive compound ginsenoside Rg3, a component of ginseng, and its potential against hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). Their study was published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. The sodium-hydrogen exchanger 1 (NHE1) plays a key role in the growth […]

(Natural News) Adaptogens are natural substances that help your body manage stress. Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), a popular adaptogenic herb, offers nnumerous health benefits for your body and brain. Listed below are 12 of the science-backed benefits of ashwagandha. Ashwagandha is a natural stress reliever. Ashwagandha is an important herb in Ayurveda, a form of alternative medicine based on Indian principles […]

(Natural News) As many as one out of every ten women will suffer from gestational diabetes, a condition that affects pregnant women who do not normally have diabetes. Striking around the 24th week of pregnancy, it can make the remainder of your time expecting full of stress and concern rather than eager anticipation. Now researchers […]

(Natural News) Blueberries are sweet and nutrient-rich superfoods that are low in calories. New research suggests that consuming blueberries regularly can also help lower your blood pressure levels. The study was published in The Journals of Gerontology: Series A and conducted by researchers from King’s College London. Blueberries and blood vessel function The researchers used metabolomic and nutrigenomic techniques and found […]

(Natural News) In the latest of a long line of powers being attributed to vitamin D, scientists have discovered that it can protect children who live in urban areas from asthma. One out of every 12 American children has the condition, which means it affects more than six million kids. Asthma is seen disproportionately among […]

(Natural News) Red sage (Salvia miltiorrhiza) is one of the most widely used herbs in traditional Chinese medicine. The dried root of red sage is known as danshen. These days, danshen is slowly gaining recognition in the health community, thanks to its multiple health benefits. In a study published in the Chinese Journal of Natural Medicines, researchers from the Beijing […]

(Natural News) Patients suffering from cerebrovascular and cardiovascular diseases should consider traditional Chinese medicine, according to researchers from the Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine. In their review, which appeared in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine, they indicated that several herbal formulas used in TCM were found to be effective against ischemic cardiovascular and cerebrovascular […]