(Natural News) While often not life-threatening, ant bites can be extremely painful depending on the species of ant. In case of a severe allergic reaction, ant bites can even cause breathing difficulties, dizziness or confusion. Fortunately, there are many different natural remedies that can help relieve painful ant bites almost instantly. The following remedies can be used to ease pain, swelling and discomfort associated […]

(Natural News) Cucumber water is a popular detox drink infused with antioxidants and essential nutrients. Recent studies show that this health drink can confer several health benefits, from glowing skin to weight loss. If incorporated into a balanced diet, cucumber water helps to promote optimal health. It also takes no more than 15 minutes to […]

(Natural News) It is important to keep yourself hydrated especially during the summer. Dehydration has terrible consequences for the body such as heatstroke and seizures. It is dangerous to younger children and older adults, although those in between the age groups should also be wary of being dehydrated. However, drinking water can be very challenging given […]

(Natural News) A study published in the journal Current Developments in Nutrition found that a diet rich in vitamin C, anthocyanidin and flavonoid – nutrients plenty in strawberries – can help reduce Alzheimer’s disease among older people. The researchers from the Rush University Medical Center and Rush Insitute for Health Aging said that participants who ate strawberries more than once […]

(Natural News) Aside from being a refreshing drink, cucumber juice is also an amazing health tonic. Here are 13 reasons why you should drink cucumber juice: It offers many nutrients – When pureed with the skin, cucumber is a great source of vitamins K, A, and C. It also provides small amounts of folate and minerals […]

(Natural News) Forgetfulness might seem inevitable as we get older, but it can be prevented if you eat certain healthy foods. A new study suggests that eating cucumbers could prevent memory loss associated with aging, thanks to fisetin, a flavonol present in the vegetable. Researchers at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies recently conducted an animal study using mice that […]

(Natural News) The old folk wisdom “an apple day keeps the doctor away” just got an upgrade, thanks to the work of Italian researchers. Only now, it’s cucumbers instead of apples, and heart doctors instead of regular ones. In their study, published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, they showed that the cucumber (Cucumis sativus) can […]

(Natural News) An Italian study investigated the anti-inflammatory properties of cucumber (Cucumis sativus) on vascular endothelial cells that line the inner side of blood vessels. It concluded that cucumber-derived extracts could protect the endothelium’s vulnerable cells against the inflammation caused by lipopolysaccharides. The study was supported by the University of Bologna. Its findings were published […]

(Natural News) As part of an international effort to revitalize cucumber farming, a European team presented a prototype robot that could replace human workers, stated a ScienceDaily article. The dual-arm robot falls under the European Union’s CATCH project. It’s considered a major step in automating and preserving the practice of crop cultivation in Germany. Cucumbers are […]

(Natural News) What makes the cucumber truly special is how easy it is to grow. All you need is planning and patience, and soon enough you’ll have jar after jar of this amazingly versatile vegetable. Not only is it a refreshing addition to summer salads, but it’s also an effective treatment against sunburn.  GardeningKnowHow.com states that there […]