(Natural News) Coconut oil originally had a bad rap among health experts and health buffs alike, being branded with terms like “deadly” or “unhealthy.” This is mostly due to its significant saturated fat content, which experts claim to increase cholesterol levels and increase your risk of a heart attack. However, coconut oil eventually dragged itself […]

(Natural News) Acupuncture has been practiced for thousands of years, and many scientific studies attest to its health benefits. Acupuncture is often used to treat chronic pain and nausea. But recent studies show that it can also be used to help people with insomnia. How does acupuncture work? Acupuncture is a traditional medicine and healing art that originated in China. It was developed around 100 […]

(Natural News) You know how the saying goes: Big things can come in small packages. This is especially the case for an often-overlooked superfood: cherries. Each cherry you pop into your mouth is packed with essential vitamins and nutrients that can provide a multitude of health benefits. Cherries on top Cherries come in different varieties, many of […]

(Natural News) Thunder god vine (Tripterygium wilfordii) is a medicinal plant that grows in the eastern and southern parts of China. Known locally as lei gong teng, it is used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) to address autoimmune disorders. According to studies, thunder god vine can suppress the immune system, prevent tumor growth and reduce pain and inflammation. This […]

(Natural News) Medicinal plants possess a variety of bioactive compounds that give them their beneficial properties. Among these plant components, phenolic compounds are the most widely studied due to their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities. Flavonoids, in particular, are well-known for contributing to the health-promoting benefits of fruits and vegetables. In fact, more than 4,000 flavonoids have […]

(Natural News) Frankincense has been used for its fragrance and medicinal properties for a long time. It is used as a natural remedy in various countries, including Greece, India and China. However, it is only recently that scientific studies have begun to corroborate its health benefits. What is frankincense? Frankincense comes from olibanum trees, which […]

(Natural News) Eating the same foods every day can get boring, even if you’re already enjoying healthy dishes made with familiar ingredients. If you want to taste something new (and also nutritious), try adding harissa to your food. Harissa, a spicy condiment from North Africa Harissa originated in Tunisia in North Africa. Today, it is […]

(Natural News) Houttuynia cordata, also known as Chinese lizard tail, fish mint or chameleon plant, is an aromatic herb used extensively in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). It belongs in the same category as other herbs that can clear heat from the body and treat toxicity. But in a recently published study in the Chinese Journal of Natural […]

(Natural News) Nelumbro nucifera, more commonly known as the lotus plant, is a well-known source of food and medicine in Asia. While its roots are considered a vegetable in Japan, its petals are used to flavor dishes and to make herbal teas in China. The seeds of the lotus plant also serve different purposes. Not only are lotus seeds […]

(Natural News) Cordyceps refers to a genus of small mushrooms considered as essential herbs in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). They are used to treat various health problems, such as asthma, diabetic kidney disease, and lung fibrosis. Most Cordyceps species are endoparasitic, meaning they live inside their host. These fungi prey on the larvae of insects and have a nasty […]