(Natural News) Plant-based foods are much better at promoting health than animal-based foods for a variety of reasons. Besides their abundance in essential nutrients, edible plants also contain a variety of phytonutrients that help combat or treat disease. The ability of these plants to produce antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and other therapeutic compounds serves as their main advantage over […]

(Natural News) According to a recent study published in BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies, fermented barley extract is a promising laxative agent and natural remedy for spastic constipation. After investigating its effects in constipated rats, South Korean researchers reported that fermented barley exhibits antioxidant, gastroprotective and immunostimulatory properties that make it a powerful functional food ingredient against spastic […]

(Natural News) A traditional ingredient in Japanese cuisine for thousands of years, miso is a paste that is made from fermented soybeans, barley, rice and oats. It is usually mixed with salt and a koji starter to create a stunning range of miso tastes, colors and uses. This versatile condiment can be used to create a wide […]

(Natural News) Cholesterol is a wax-like, fat-like molecule produced by the body and obtained from food. Its main functions are as a building material for cell membranes and as a component in the production of certain hormones and compounds that aid in fat digestion. However, high amounts of cholesterol in the blood lead to the […]

(Natural News) In this study, researchers from Korea University in Seoul investigated the hypocholesterolemic activity of hexacosanol on hepatocytes and high-fat–induced obese mice. The results of their study, which elucidate the mechanism behind hexacosanol’s cholesterol-lowering activity, were published in the journal Nutrition Research. Policosanols are hypocholesterolemic compounds but their mechanism of action is not well-understood. The researchers hypothesized […]

(Natural News) Mycotoxins are deadly natural compounds produced by molds and other harmful fungi. Found in grains and food products derived from livestock that ate tainted grain, these endocrine disruptors can harm the sexual development of young girls and cause other, more serious health complications. As much as 25 percent of the world’s supply of grain has been contaminated by […]

(Natural News) If you want to add more greens to your diet, aside from the usual lettuce and kale, try barley grass. Barley grass, a member of the grass family, is the young leaf of the barley plant scientifically known as Hordeum vulgare. Adding barley grass to your diet will be beneficial for your gut, as […]

(Natural News) By 2035, it is estimated that over 592 million people worldwide will have diabetes. This is a major cause for concern, which is why it has become even more important to find potential treatments for the condition. One plant that has shown antidiabetic potential is barley (Hordeum vulgare). The finding, which was published […]

(Natural News) Grain is one of the most common food groups, but unlike fruits and vegetables, it is rarely a part of home gardens. Many people believe that growing this crop is difficult, so they prefer to just buy it. However, this might not be a very good idea. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of […]

(Natural News) To stay healthy, you must follow a proper diet. But this doesn’t mean that you have to avoid all foods that contain carbohydrates. The important thing is to follow a diet that includes healthy grains. Refined and whole carbs Not all carbs are bad for you, but try to avoid anything with refined […]