(Natural News) A study that was published in the journal Engineering in Agriculture, Environment and Food identified parameters that can be used to determine the effectiveness of a new type of helical two-sided manure distributor. The findings can be used to gauge if such a technology is indeed better than what is currently used in many […]

(Natural News) The world continues to reel from the growing epidemic that is diabetes. Although the disease is being controlled with the aid of chemical medications, these drugs are not without side effects, prompting researchers to look into natural yet effective alternatives. A study investigated the efficacy of Helicteres angustifolia, a plant popularly used in […]

(Natural News) Dong quai (Angelica sinensis), also known as female ginseng, is a medicinal plant widely used in traditional Chinese medicine. A study found that among its various medicinal benefits is the ability to provide relief from atopic dermatitis, otherwise known as eczema. In the study, the researchers induced eczema in mice by applying 2,4-dinitrochlorobenzene […]

(Natural News) Inflammation can be a serious threat to your health. In a study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, the leaf extracts of mbola (Parinari curatellifolia) an African medicinal plant, has a potent anti-inflammatory activity that can help prevent inflammation from causing further damage to your body. Inflammation is part of your body’s […]

(Natural News) Green tea is, without a doubt, one of the most popular beverages today. If you want an excellent reason to drink more of it, then you’d be pleased to know that it can help keep your heart strong and healthy. Green tea is made from the same leaves as traditional black tea, but […]

(Natural News) A study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food found that people with metabolic syndrome can ameliorate some of the condition’s complications with aid from gurmar (Gymnema sylvestre), a plant whose name literally means “sugar destroyer.” Metabolic syndrome is a serious health condition involving several metabolic disorders occurring together. These are usually obesity, […]

(Natural News) Bed rest is the perfect remedy for certain conditions, but too much of it can be risky for your health. Not only will it eventually give you back pain, but too much of it can also lead to serious health problems. If you are stressed or down with a condition that requires a […]

(Natural News) If you think you know everything there is to know about a diet that is healthy for your heart, think again. According to results from the observational Prospective Urban Rural Epidemiological (PURE) study published in the Lancet, the foods that make up a heart-healthy diet for people worldwide may be different from what […]

(Natural News) L-carnitine and vitamin E can improve the immune system, according to a study. It was found that the combination of these two nutrients can overcome the immunosuppressive effects of ochratoxin A, a fungus-based toxin, proving that taking the two together can be more beneficial than taking them separately. The study exposed White Leghorn […]

(Natural News) The number of children diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has risen by over 41 percent in the last decade, making it the most commonly diagnosed childhood disorder in the U.S. Apart from conventional treatments for the condition, researchers are looking into plant-based compounds called oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPCs) as possible alternatives. As […]