(Natural News) Many animals, like the great apes, are known to use tools to accomplish certain tasks. And so, contrary to popular perception, what makes humans truly special is not the utilization of tools in general, but the practice of creating and using small tools. This is according to a study published in the Evolutionary […]

(Natural News) Many factors come in to play when dealing with hypertension. It’s important to be aware of everything that causes spikes in blood pressure so you can avoid them, and scientists have now found another cause of concern for people who are worried about high blood pressure. According to a study published in the […]

(Natural News) Some people might think that extremely tall trees have a hard time transporting water from their roots all the way up to their top leaves. However, a recent research published in Science Advances found that plant height and xylem hydraulic traits are linked to the availability of habitat water across different terrestrial biomes. […]

(Natural News) No matter what ails you – real or imagined – there’s a drug for that. These days, stopping at the pharmacy on the way home from the doctor’s office has practically become a given. While you might think that medicine has simply evolved so much that we can now fix more problems than […]

(Natural News) Patients suffering from chronic kidney disease should take vitamin D supplements to improve their mineral intake and prevent complications, according to a study published in the Journal of Bone and Mineral Research. An international team from India and the U.K. investigated whether taking in cholecalciferol – the most widely known form of vitamin D – can […]

(Natural News) Quercetin is one of the most abundant flavonoids found in food. It is extensively studied due to its various biological activities that are beneficial to human health. These activities include anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antihistamine. Recently, studies have emerged demonstrating the ability of quercetin to attenuate indicators of muscle damage. To determine how quercetin can affect […]

(Natural News) Inflammation is a double-edged sword. While it is a part of normal immune response, chronic inflammation is the root of various health conditions. The treatment of these conditions has been the focus of many studies that investigate the medicinal properties of plants used in traditional healing practices. One such plant is the rough […]

(Natural News) Researchers discovered a common medicinal plant from Brazil that could be used as a potentially potent anti-inflammatory agent. This Brazilian plant is called Struthanthus vulgaris, which is the most common medicinal mistletoe plant in Brazil. It is used in folk medicine as an anti-inflammatory agent and for cleaning skin wounds. The researchers, who […]

(Natural News) Antioxidants are beneficial substances that boost the immune system and protect cells from damage caused by free radicals. Stress, pollution, and other environmental factors trigger the production of free radicals, which are unstable molecules that contribute to the development of diseases and premature aging. The body produces its own antioxidants, but excessive exposure to […]

(Natural News) Jellyfish are ubiquitous creatures that can be found in the deep sea and in surface waters. Many beachgoers consider them pests because they sting people and can shut down beaches. Some industries also suffer economic losses whenever there is a jellyfish bloom. However, these small and seemingly innocent creatures may soon become more than just pests. […]