(Natural News) Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is commonly known for its various health benefits, such as supporting the immune system. Now, a series of studies have shown that vitamin C can also help reverse the effects of sepsis. Sepsis happens when the body’s response to infection affects its own tissues. Instead of fighting disease-causing […]

(Natural News) Lakes all over the world are decreasing in size due to the impact of human activities. The rate at which these bodies of water are disappearing is such that experts are warning that they could become a thing of the past in the future. Lisa Borre, a researcher at the Cary Institute in Millbrook, […]

(Natural News) Researchers from Stanford University have come up with the first-ever recording of the heartbeat of a blue whale. Using this, they’ve discovered that the gigantic mammals can slow down their heartbeat to only two per minute. As detailed in the study published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, the team attached […]

(Natural News) The Roman Empire is considered one of the most successful imperial powers in history. But its greatness isn’t just limited to its military, politics and society. According to a recent study by Italy’s National Research Council (CNR), the Roman Empire also had a highly advanced trade network. Experts at CNR said the evidence of […]

(Natural News) Clinical trials have shown the ability of reiki — a Japanese healing practice — to provide pain relief. According to the Center for Reiki Research (CRR), a pilot study was conducted to measure the effects of reiki on 46 patients undergoing knee replacement surgery. The participants were divided into three groups: one received reiki treatment, the […]

(Natural News) Several studies have shown the potential of lion’s mane mushroom to help address several health problems including those that are related to brain function. Lion’s mane mushroom (Hericium erinaceus), also known as hedgehog mushroom, is a mushroom native to North America, Asia and Europe. Its fruiting bodies are said to contain polysaccharides that are beneficial to the human body. […]

(Natural News) The global campaign to encourage divestment from fossil fuel companies in order to pressure them to lessen their carbon dioxide emissions may actually increase carbon emissions. Divestment campaigns have gained steam across the world as a means to combat climate change. According to an analysis from the Climate Accountability Institute in the U.S., the top 20 fossil […]

(Natural News) The phrase “fat but fit” — referring to being healthy despite being overweight or obese — is a myth, according to the findings of a recent study. Swedish researchers revealed that having a BMI of 25 or higher is linked to an increased risk of heart disease and other health conditions. Using the data […]

(Natural News) The European Space Agency (ESA) is set to launch a million-dollar mission in an attempt to lessen space debris floating in low Earth orbit. The project, named ClearSpace-1, will launch an experimental four-armed robot to the low Earth orbit that will attempt to collect a piece of space debris. The mission, which is set to launch […]

(Natural News) Vegan meats could bring adverse health effects, most especially to those who are allergic to pea protein. Elana Levine, an allergy specialist in Ontario, Canada, witnessed first-hand the effects of the protein extracts from yellow peas that are used to emulate the texture and taste of animal meat in vegan meat products. It was when […]