(Natural News) Researchers have discovered a potential herbal medicine for Parkinson’s disease. A study published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine revealed that Chinese goldthread, scientifically known as Coptis chinensis, exhibits protective effects against diseases associated with oxidative stress, such as Parkinson’s disease. Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disease that impairs movement. People with […]

(Natural News) Researchers from China investigated the potential neuroprotective properties of salidroside, a chemical compound found in the plant Rhodiola rosea. Their findings were published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. Microglial activation leads to increased production of pro-inflammatory enzymes and cytokines, which is considered to be a key factor in neurodegenerative diseases. Only a […]

(Natural News) Your blood sugar and impulsive behavior may influence behavioral flexibility or your ability to respond to changes in the environment. A study published in the journal Nutrition Research found that measures of impulsivity and blood sugar regulation can be used to predict behavioral flexibility. Both psychological and physiological factors influence behavioral flexibility performance, […]

(Natural News) A team of researchers from Germany and China assessed the potential protective effects of Chinese goldthread, scientifically known as Coptis chinensis, against diseases associated with oxidative stress, such as Parkinson’s disease. The team published their findings in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. In traditional Chinese medicine, the rhizome of the Chinese goldthread […]

(Natural News) The risks of cardiovascular disease and cognitive decline increase with age, but that doesn’t mean that these problems can’t be prevented. Older people can avoid suffering from these conditions by adhering to a healthy diet and taking supplements that contain B vitamins. An article published on the website NaturalHealth365.com discussed how B vitamins, such as vitamin B9 (folate), vitamin B6 (pyridoxine), […]

(Natural News) Why are so many Americans mentally unraveling as of late and turning guns on innocent people and then themselves? It’s genocide in America by serial homicide–suicide. Did you know SSRI drugs are like energy drinks with the worst, long-term hangover, also known as chronic depression? These dangerous pharmaceuticals reduce the amount of serotonin […]

(Natural News) As you age, your thinking, reasoning, and remembering tend to decline – which is normal. However, when those cognitive functions decline much more significantly than what occurs with normal aging, it could be a sign of dementia. Because of the complications dementia can bring to a person’s life, researchers continue to investigate various […]

(Natural News) Sleep turns out to be more than just a period when the body rests and recuperates from the labors of a busy day. Swiss researchers demonstrated the possibility of learning new things during sleeping periods. Earlier studies on sleep focused on how it stabilizes and consolidates new memories that are acquired while awake. Very few scientific papers touched upon the topic of sleep-learning. Existing research showed that […]

(Natural News) Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, known simply as ADHD, is characterized by difficulty paying attention and controlling compulsive behavior. In the U.S., ADHD is commonly diagnosed in children and is managed using medications. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 9.4 percent of American children ages two to 17 have ADHD — that means about […]

(Natural News) Australian researchers found that patients suffering from sleep apnea find it hard to recall specific details of memories taken from their own experiences. Furthermore, the inability to remember important parts of their lives could cause them to develop depression. Obstructive sleep apnea is a sleeping disorder wherein the person experiences difficulties breathing during […]