(Natural News) Compared to English walnuts (Juglans regia), black walnuts (J. nigra) have a bolder and earthier flavor. Black walnuts are full of anti-inflammatory compounds and offer many health benefits, such as boosting your heart health and lowering blood pressure. The nutrient profile of black walnuts Black walnuts have three main components responsible for their health […]

(Natural News) Many plants, including fruits and vegetables, are known for their medicinal properties. These properties come from active compounds called metabolites that plants produce either through metabolism or to aid in that process. Plant metabolites exhibit different activities; while some are able to fight inflammation or kill microbes, others can effectively halt oxidation and delay cellular […]

(Natural News) Superfoods are pretty much like superhero films these days: Every day, a plant is hailed as the “new” superfood, which has more benefits than most foods in the market. However, most of these plants can’t hold a candle to moringa (Moringa oleifera), a tree whose health benefits have been established since the time of the […]

(Natural News) Bacteria can be found in and on every part of the human body, including the tongue. According to a study published in the Journal of Oral Microbiology, analyzing the state of the tongue’s microbiome can tell health experts if a person is experiencing the early stages of pancreatic cancer. The human microbiome is the population […]

(Natural News) Carrots are rich in vitamin A that can boost your eye health. But did you know that purple carrots contain potent antioxidants that can help minimize inflammation? Surprisingly, ancient carrots were originally purple or white. It is believed that orange carrots originated from a new breed of yellow carrots that developed due to a […]

(Natural News) Pichia kudriavzevii, a probiotic yeast found in fermented dairy products and tea, potentially holds anti-cancer properties, according to researchers from Iran’s Tabriz University of Medical Science. The study, which appeared in the journal Nutrition Research, looked at the apoptotic effects of P. kudriavzevii As-12 supernatant – the residual liquid produced after centrifugation against […]

(Natural News) For centuries, astragalus, also known as huang qi, has been used in traditional Chinese medicine. It has many health benefits, including anti-inflammatory effects. In a study published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine, researchers from Hong Kong Baptist University examined astragalus saponins and found that the herb can inhibit inflammation and reverse […]

(Natural News) Researchers continue to find potential cures for cancer in medicinal plants. In a recent study, researchers from the University of Macau and China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences reveal that the fruit of Forsythia suspensa, also called lian qiao in Chinese, exhibits anti-tumor effects. Forsythia fruit is a typical heat-clearing and detoxifying herb. It is considered as one of […]

(Natural News) Consuming fresh fruits and vegetables can help boost your overall health. According to health experts, consuming certain foods like eggs and pecans can also help lower your risk of developing conditions such as cancer or diabetes. Data from the Nutrition 2018 conference revealed that some foods have protective effects against certain health problems. Although the research […]

(Natural News) Researchers from Sichuan University and the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College evaluated the bioactive compound ginsenoside Rg3, a component of ginseng, and its potential against hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). Their study was published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. The sodium-hydrogen exchanger 1 (NHE1) plays a key role in the growth […]