(Natural News) Finding it hard to fall asleep? Ashwagandha root may be for you. Ashwagandha, also known as Withania somnifera or Indian ginseng, is a medicinal herb native to India and North Africa. It has been used for over 3,000 years to relieve stress, as well as to increase energy levels and improve concentration. A recent study […]

(Natural News) Athletes looking for a boost in their performance need not buy into the current trendy carbohydrate gels being sold on the market — they will do just fine with pureed potatoes. This is according to a group of scientists from the University of Illinois who found that pureed potatoes were just as effective at […]

(Natural News) Excessive consumption of sugars is closely associated with several metabolic disorders and health conditions, according to a recent study published in Circulation. Researchers from the American Heart Association (AHA) examined the amount of dietary sugars in the standard American diet (SAD) and found that the intake of added sugars greatly exceeded discretionary calorie allowances. The study also revealed that […]

(Natural News) Fasting can help men suffering from Type 2 diabetes improve their glucose levels, suggests researchers from the U.S. and Australia. Their study, which appeared in the journal Obesity, revealed fasting to be a novel alternative treatment for managing the disease. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 30 million Americans have diabetes, and up to 95 percent […]

(Natural News) Following a low-carb diet may benefit people with Type 1 diabetes, research suggests. This diet could improve blood sugar control according to a study published in the journal Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism. Type 1 diabetes, also known as insulin-dependent or juvenile diabetes, is a type of diabetes in which the pancreas produces little […]

(Natural News) Preppers with diabetes mellitus face the additional challenge of managing their diabetes during SHTF conditions. They must keep specific concerns in mind. If kept refrigerated and unopened, insulin will last for two to three years. Once opened, it will expire in slightly more than a month. Unfortunately, insulin is impossible to stockpile. Not only […]

(Natural News) Late-night snacking is usually frowned upon if you’re aiming to lose weight. But if you have diabetes, having a high-protein, low-fat snack before you go to bed may help stabilize your blood sugar levels overnight. What late-night snacking does to blood glucose levels Your blood sugar levels change throughout the night. If you have either […]

(Natural News) Consuming large amounts of curcumin — the bioactive compound present in the spice turmeric — may help improve obesity and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) in patients with both. An Iranian study found that taking curcumin supplements decreases factors that contribute to the two health conditions. The researchers compared the effects of a curcumin […]

(Natural News) Adaptogens are natural substances that help your body manage stress. Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), a popular adaptogenic herb, offers nnumerous health benefits for your body and brain. Listed below are 12 of the science-backed benefits of ashwagandha. Ashwagandha is a natural stress reliever. Ashwagandha is an important herb in Ayurveda, a form of alternative medicine based on Indian principles […]

(Natural News) Ashwagandha is an adaptogen, a class of medicinal herbs prescribed to alleviate stress and fatigue. Also called Indian ginseng, it has recently gained immense popularity as a health supplement that helps people deal with chronic stress. Adaptogens restore and promote balance. These nonspecific herbal remedies respond to the body’s needs. If the user feels nervous, adaptogens […]