(Natural News) When you think of jobs that are serving the greater good, cancer researchers often come out near the top given the potential to save millions of lives. However, not all of them have such pure aspirations. Two tenured scientists at a renowned cancer hospital in the U.S. were recently fired because of their […]

(Natural News) Coffee is one of the most commonly consumed drinks in the world and it has been shown to have health benefits. Researchers from India evaluated the anticancer properties of chlorogenic acid complex, an active compound in green coffee beans. Their findings appeared in the Food Science and Human Wellness journal. Chlorogenic acid (CGA) is the […]

(Natural News) You’ve probably heard stories about casinos in Las Vegas pumping in oxygen just to keep people awake and gambling all night long – but one study, published in the Journal of Neurophysiology, debunks this urban myth. According to a team of neuroscientists from the University of Alberta, high levels of oxygen are actually conducive to slow-wave sleep (SWS). SWS is […]

(Natural News) In this paper, researchers from the University of Regensburg in Germany summarized the results of preclinical studies and clinical trials which evaluated the efficacy of ketogenic diets in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease (AD). The review was published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness. AD is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by a decline in […]

(Natural News) A study published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness found that processing potatoes removes most of their nutrients. The study quantified glycoalkaloids and phenolic compounds in potatoes. Researchers from China looked at the nutritional profile and overall food safety of potatoes. They quantified the glycoalkaloids and phenolic compounds in three potato varieties, […]

(Natural News) Plants have proven their medicinal properties time and again. Studies have shown that the most potent antibacterial substances available come in the form of plant essential oils. Researchers from India evaluated the essential oil of Inula cappa (sheep’s ear) for its antibacterial properties. The study, which appeared in the Journal of Essential Oil Research, is […]

(Natural News) Research has already determined a connection between chronic stress and poor physical health. But according to a study, there is a direct link “between negative emotions and increased inflammation in the body.” The study was conducted by researchers from Pennsylvania State University (PSU) and published in the journal Brain, Behavior, and Immunity. Inflammation occurs when the body tries […]

(Natural News) A study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food revealed that supplementation with alpha-lipoic acid (ALA), carnosine, and thiamine can lower blood sugar levels in obese individuals with diabetes. Additionally, it can reduce oxidative stress and inhibit platelet aggregation to provide greater cardiovascular protection. Researchers from Greece conducted a randomized double-blind placebo-controlled trial […]

(Natural News) Vitamin D, also known as the sunshine vitamin, can do more than just support your bone health. A study published in the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry suggested children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) take vitamin D supplements. The study revealed that supplementing with vitamin D can improve the symptoms of ASD. In […]

(Natural News) High cholesterol and oxidative stress are primary contributors to many heart problems, including atherosclerosis. In addition to adhering to a healthy diet and exercising regularly, another thing you can do to keep your cholesterol levels at bay is to consume cholesterol-lowering herbs. In a new study, researchers from Morocco suggest basil (Ocimum basilicum), which […]