(Natural News) Red yeast rice is a traditional Chinese food commonly used for lowering cholesterol. It is also believed to help prevent cardiovascular disease. A review published in the Chinese Journal of Natural Medicines confirmed that red yeast rice and its products could be used as a healthy functional food for the prevention and treatment […]

(Natural News) In this study, researchers from Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in China evaluated the effects of Poria, a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), on the substance and energy metabolism of rats with cold deficiency and heat deficiency syndromes. Their results, which included comparisons between Poria and two other TCMs, were published in the Chinese […]

(Natural News) Inflammation is a normal occurrence in your body. It is your immune system’s response to threats. However, there are cases in which the immune system impartially attacks healthy tissues and organs, thereby leading to autoimmune diseases. About 700 million people around the world suffer from an autoimmune disease, and up to 23.5 million people […]

(Natural News) Drinking herbal teas is one way to enhance your health and prevent diseases. In a study published in the journal Nutrients, researchers found that drinking hibiscus tea can lower your risk of cardiovascular disease. Researchers from the U.K. and Nigeria looked at the effects of hibiscus on blood pressure, vascular function, and other cardiometabolic […]

(Natural News) A person on the ketogenic (keto) diet eats low-carb foods and high amounts of fat. This rules out a lot of fruit from the diet. But if you’re on this diet and you love fruits, there are a few low-carb fruits like avocados and berries that you can indulge in. What is the […]

(Natural News) Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is a popular ingredient that’s used for savory dishes or desserts like gingerbread cookies. It’s also widely used in medicine for its abundance of health benefits. Here are seven more reasons to add ginger to your daily diet. Ginger root: One-stop shop for your nutrition needs A cup of freshly chopped […]

(Natural News) There’s nothing better than a freshly picked, organic blueberry. These delectable little berries are quite versatile and can be eaten on their own or used in a variety of dishes, from sweet baked goods to savory dinners. But blueberries have more to offer than their sweet flavor; this humble fruit is a nutrient […]

(Natural News) Flaxseed are one of nature’s many superfoods. Like other nuts and seeds, flax is loaded with vitamins, minerals, fatty acids and phytonutrients. It’s not a secret that flax is good for you, but science continues to find new ways to harness the powerful healing benefits of this “super seed.” New research shows that […]

(Natural News) The food you eat greatly affects your health: It can either keep you healthy or contribute to diseases. A review of literature published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine suggested that food therapy is an effective way to control blood pressure. Author Ping Zhou, a researcher from Nipissing University in Canada, looked […]

(Natural News) Medicinal mushrooms, such as chaga, reishi, shiitake, lion’s mane, and cordyceps, are some of the most dynamic healing foods available. Listed below are five health benefits that medicinal mushrooms offer. They increase antioxidant activity: Many mushrooms have high antioxidant properties and neutralize the harmful effects of free radicals. For example, reishi mushroom extracts are reported […]