(Natural News) A California company is marketing a robotic dog they’re developing to be a best friend that can comfort people who are living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The makers said that this robot dog will be able to provide companionship for people by responding to human voice and touch with “life-like motions.” Entrepreneur Tom […]

(Natural News) Lindera glauca is a medicinal shrub with a variety of uses. Besides being an excellent condiment and food flavoring, L. glauca is also used in the manufacturing industry and in traditional medicine. A recent study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food investigated the antioxidant and protective effects of L. glauca stem extracts (LGS) against oxidative stress. In it, researchers from Konkuk University in […]

(Natural News) Cocoa (Theobroma cacao) is the main ingredient of chocolate, one of the most popular foods on the planet. The seeds of cocoa, also known as cocoa beans, are the only parts used for the production of chocolate. It is estimated that about nine tons of fresh byproducts — which end up as waste — are generated for each […]

(Natural News) A study from New York University suggests that people can better recall memories if unpleasant odors accompany these. This indicates that “bad smells are capable of producing memory enhancements in both adolescents and adults,” explained corresponding author and NYU professor Catherine Hartley, in a statement released to ScienceDaily. In the study, Hartley and her team delve deep into the current […]

(Natural News) The flowering plant scientifically known as Sanguisorba officinalis (great burnet) is a common Chinese herbal medicine used to stop bleeding and reduce inflammation. Research suggests that it has great therapeutic potential due to its broad range of biological properties, which include anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anti-cancer properties. In a recent study published in the journal Chinese Medicine, Chinese researchers explored […]

(Natural News) At the early stages of the American Revolutionary War in 1776, Brunswick Town, a small coastal town in southeastern colonial North Carolina, was raided by the British Army. They burned most of the homes in the area and, after the war, it was never rebuilt. In 2018, an archaeology student from East Carolina University (ECU) poked around the […]

(Natural News) Archaeologists diving off the coast of eastern Cyprus have uncovered the first known “undisturbed Roman Shipwreck” in the country’s history, according to the Cyprus Department of Antiquities. The ship was found off the coast of the resort town of Protaras. The Department of Antiquities worked with the Maritime Archaeological Research Laboratory (MARELab) of the University of […]

(Natural News) The pineapple (Ananas comosus) is a tropical fruit that has been celebrated for centuries, thanks to its unique taste and amazing health benefits — a single serving of pineapple chunks can boost immunity, build strong bones and improve digestion. For all its sweetness however, it’s actually great for weight loss, since the fruit […]

(Natural News) An increasing number of studies suggest that supplementation with a combination of micronutrients benefits people with mental health issues. The results of randomized controlled trials show that vitamin and mineral supplements are effective alternative medications for people with psychiatric conditions. According to experts, supplementation allows people to meet their daily nutritional requirements, which helps ensure optimal […]

(Natural News) According to a study led by researchers from the Federal University of Western Para in Brazil along with colleagues from France and Germany, ancient tribes that lived in the Llanos de Moxos region in Bolivia for thousands of years used a network of fish ponds to support their settlements. The researchers also believe that these fish ponds […]