(Natural News) Jock itch, or tinea cruris, refers to a fungal infection that affects the groin. This condition can be treated with over-the-counter (OTC) ointments, but some medications may cause negative side effects. To avoid these adverse effects, consider using natural and effective home remedies for jock itch. (h/t to Homeo-Pathic.ESY.es) Natural treatments for tinea […]

(Natural News) A study made by researchers from the University of Johannesburg has shed light on the therapeutic effect of plants commonly used by a rural group in South Africa. To answer for the lack of access to healthcare facilities and traditional medicine, they have resorted to using medicinal plants — with great effect. The team was able to […]

(Natural News) Most people slather on sunscreen before they go swimming without giving it a second thought. They believe they’re doing something good for their body by protecting it from the sun; perhaps they haven’t gotten the message that the sun isn’t quite as bad for them as it’s made out to be. Whether you […]

(Natural News) Dealing with skin conditions can be a constant struggle, and eczema can be particularly troubling. Many sufferers end up with a medicine cabinet full of treatments that made big promises but ultimately failed to make a difference in this frustrating battle. However, there is one solution that has been giving some people relief, […]

(Natural News) Names can be confusing — or even misleading — at times. The African cabbage (Cleome gynandra) isn’t at all related to real cabbages, while ringworm disease is actually caused by fungi and not worms. Ugandan researchers can confirm, however, that the local plant has strong antifungal properties, given its long use as a natural treatment […]

(Natural News) The largest organ in the human body is your skin, yet it is so often overlooked. Heart-healthy foods are all the rage, but really, nutrition affects your entire body – inside, and out. While our internal organs are very important, the skin that covers them needs love and attention, too. There are many nutritious […]

(Natural News) Researchers at Oregon State University have found a natural way to protect the skin from the damaging effects of the sun. In a study that was published in the Frontiers in Pharmacology, they identified a crop called meadowfoam to contain a group of compounds called glucosinolates known for their anti-cancer and sunlight-protectant properties. Meadowfoam, a plant native to […]

(Natural News) The future of burn treatment may be in flaxseed oil, according to a study made by researchers from the Université des Frères Mentouri Constantine 1 in Algeria. The paper, titled “Evaluation of crude flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum L.) oil in burn wound healing in New Zealand rabbits,” looked at the properties of the plant-based oil in treating […]

(Natural News) The Amazonian mint (Ocimum micranthum) is another herb that a survivalist prepper should take note of. Research has shown that this herbal plant could be used to treat cutaneous infections and speed up wound healing. In the study, which was published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, the antimicrobial and antiproliferative […]

(Natural News) It looks like environmentally conscious people may soon have access to a greener kind of sunscreen. Researchers from King’s College London (KCL) have revealed that they are working on an environmentally friendly sunscreen that incorporates a compound found in seaweed. The sunscreen, which won’t be harmful to marine ecosystems, can protect human skin from the harsh […]