(Natural News) A study carried out by researchers from the School of Sport and Exercise at Massey University in New Zealand found that keratin supplements can help increase lean body mass. Keratin is a protein derived from poultry feathers. Published in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, the study evaluated the impact of […]

(Natural News) Persimmon trees, which are common in South Korea during spring, are more commonly known for their fruit. However, the leaves of this tree also have some uses. Persimmon tree leaves have been studied by South Korean researchers and found that these leaves can help improve blood circulation. In the study, which was published […]

(Natural News) One of the leading causes for most chronic health problems is poor digestion. Some people may take over-the-counter (OTC) drugs to alleviate this health problem, but aside from the fact that they may potentially cause unwanted side effects, these drugs do very little in addressing the root cause of poor digestion, namely the insufficient […]

(Natural News) When you think of ways to deal with depression, what comes to mind? For many people, the answer is antidepressants. However, their scary side effects are enough to put a lot of people off, so many others try natural treatments like yoga and meditation. One way of addressing depression that may not come […]

(Natural News) Chronic stress can take its toll on our overall health and well-being. Adaptogens are natural substances that can increase your body’s resistance to stress. Rhodiola is a potent adaptogenic herb that can reduce the negative effects of stress on your body and help improve your overall quality of life. Also known as “arctic root” […]

(Natural News) Aging has multiple effects on the human body. Some – like the wrinkles around our eyes – are very visible, while others are subtler, but actually have a more direct impact on our health as we get older. One of these effects is a loss of bone tissue and mineral content, which can […]

(Natural News) While the world was quick to go crazy about the potential dangers of the Zika virus, only to have the hype fizzle out to nothing, a far more insidious danger has been quietly gaining momentum with virtually no fanfare. Over 212 million people are infected with malaria each year, with close to half […]

(Natural News) Research suggests that black cumin, also known as Nigella sativa, can help people with asthma. The study, which was published in the journal Annals of Saudi Medicine, revealed that supplementing with black cumin, in addition to regular maintenance inhaler therapy, can improve respiratory function and inflammation in people with asthma. This finding suggests […]

(Natural News) Taking high doses of vitamin B supplements may offer protection against the adverse health effects of air pollution, according to a small study published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. To test this, researchers examined 10 participants given daily doses of a vitamin B supplement containing 2.5 mg of folic […]

(Natural News) Here is a truth that might be a little hard to swallow: When you take oral vitamins or supplements, less than 10 percent of its actual nutrient content gets absorbed into your bloodstream. This means the the remaining 90 percent is broken down so quickly by your digestive system that it just ends […]