(Natural News) The collaboration between muscles and tendons is important for facilitating animal movement. Muscles are contractile tissues whose function is to produce force and motion. What keeps muscles in place and attaches them to the bones is a strong and flexible connective tissue called tendon. Muscles and tendons are connected to each other by […]

(Natural News) The phrase “big things come in small packages” could very well be talking about pumpkin seeds. The flat, oval-shaped seeds are equal parts healthy and delicious, making them a great addition to soups, salads, and desserts. Researchers from the University of Nottingham in the U.K. revealed that these seeds can even help manage blood sugar levels […]

(Natural News) When it comes to superfoods, corn may be the last thing most people think of. After all, it is one of the most genetically modified crops in the States. But locally grown, organic corn does have nutritional benefits, and researchers from the University of Illinois developed new kinds of purple corn (Zea mays L.) to […]

(Natural News) When it comes to cancer, early detection can often mean the difference between life and death. One of the most promising developments in cancer detection can be found in nanotechnology, and gold nanoparticles in particular could prove to be a life-saving tool. Nanoparticles are already used in certain types of medical screenings and […]

(Natural News) Adolescence is a time of exploration, a time of forming one’s own identity. It’s also a time of impulse, confusion, and mental and physiological development. When teenagers are introduced to alcohol at a young age, they may develop a psychological attachment to the substance. At a younger age, alcohol is capable of possessing […]

(Natural News) In recent years, the medicinal benefits of marijuana have become clearly established and multiple states have legalized its use in the treatment of several health conditions. Dozens of peer-reviewed studies have confirmed its benefits in modulating the immune system, improving neuroplasticity, improving digestive function and balancing emotional and cognitive functionality. When many people […]

(Natural News) Autoimmune diseases can strike anyone, but they are more prevalent in women than men. Some, like lupus, appear disproportionately high among women, and scientists weren’t sure why until a recent study provided some new clues. Researchers from the University of Michigan have demonstrated that women have more of a molecular switch known as […]

(Natural News) Researchers at McGill University and the University of Montreal in Canada looked at the influence of music listening on the risk of falls in older people.  The team published their findings in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. For the study, the researchers looked at 152 participants who were admitted to a […]

(Natural News) Humans enjoy moderately long lifespans. But some bats live even longer, which is surprising given their small size. Researchers believe that the secret behind the longevity of bats might help humans enjoy longer lives. Two researchers from the University of Maryland (UMD) studied the evolutionary history of many known chiropteran species. They identified four bat species that live […]

(Natural News) Coronary artery disease (CAD) is characterized by cholesterol buildup (atherosclerosis) in the arteries that eventually blocks the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart. CAD is the leading cause of death around the world; hence, its treatment is considered a priority. In a recent study published in the Chinese Journal of Integrative Medicine, Chinese researchers investigated the effectiveness […]