(Natural News) It might soon be possible to treat conditions caused by injuries to nerve fibers in the central nervous system. German researchers reported that they could induce a regenerative protein to form in damaged nerve cells. The protein in question is usually present in muscle cells, and it promoted the healing of injured cells. Most cells […]

(Natural News) Cucumbers are usually consumed cold or served in salads while zucchinis are often cooked or used for baking. Despite their differences, both plants share some similarities, especially when it comes to their nutritional profiles. Did you know that zucchini is classified as a vegetable while cucumber is classified as both a fruit and […]

(Natural News) Flours made from Vietnamese purple sweet potato may be a great alternative to white flours. A new study looked at the phytochemical and nutrient content of flours made from Vietnamese purple sweet potato and found that they are a good source of anthocyanins and phenolic compounds. Researchers at Naresuan University in Thailand and Nong […]

(Natural News) Anthocyanins are natural pigments that give red, purple, and blue plants their color. In a new study, researchers at the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul in Brazil found that anthocyanins from grape skins can be used as a natural food colorant. In the study, which was published in the Journal of […]

(Natural News) A study published in the Journal of Essential Oil Research found that oil extracted from bitter ginger (Zingiber zerumbet) contains antifungal and antimycotoxin properties. In the study, bitter ginger oil was studied against fungal species Aspergillus flavus and A. ochraceus. For the study, researchers from India treated A. flavus and A. ochraceus with […]

(Natural News) Heberden’s nodes refer to bony growths that form on the joints closest to your fingertips. These growths are partly responsible for the gnarled look of arthritic hands. According to a study, Heberden’s nodes in finger joints could indicate knee osteoarthritis. The study was published in the journal Arthritis & Rheumatology. Heberden’s nodes and arthritis Heberden’s nodes […]

(Natural News) In this study, published in the Journal of Essential Oil Research, researchers from Mexico examined the antimicrobial activity of volatile compounds derived from essential oils. They tested these compounds against nosocomial (hospital-derived) pathogens, including a multi-drug resistant (MDR) bacteria Acinetobacter baumannii, which commonly affects people with weak immune systems. The minimum inhibitory dose (MID) of the […]

(Natural News) While the rest of the country is advancing towards medical tyranny, legislators from the Lone Star State are working to preserve health freedom. State lawmakers have put forth multiple vaccine measures that need support. One such measure, S.B. 2350, will mandate the need for legitimate vaccine safety studies. Legislators are also pushing to […]

(Natural News) Obesity dramatically increases the risk of multiple life-threatening health problems. As noted by the respected Cleveland Clinic, a third of all Americans are seriously overweight, and these people are at far greater risk of developing coronary artery disease (commonly known as heart disease) or of having a stroke. Being seriously overweight goes hand-in-hand […]

(Natural News) Glyphosate has been getting a lot of attention for its connection to cancer, but that’s far from the only health concern related to the weed killer. There is a long – and growing – list of dangers, but one of the biggest ones that doesn’t get a lot of attention is the fact […]