(Natural News) Melissa officinalis, more commonly known as lemon balm, is a culinary herb known for its lemon scent. It belongs to the mint (Lamiaceae) family and is native to Europe, West Asia and South Africa. Besides its many uses in the kitchen, lemon balm is also well-suited for various medicinal purposes. In fact, this herb […]

(Natural News) A study published in Digestive Diseases and Sciences has found that taking peppermint oil can relieve symptoms of esophageal disorders, which include dysphagia and non-cardiac chest pain. Researchers from the University of South Carolina included 38 participants for their study, all of whom had digestive concerns such as dysphagia and chest pain. For two years, participants […]

(Natural News) Artificial sweeteners may seem like safe sugar alternatives, but the truth is, they are also linked to negative side effects. In fact, a study revealed that artificial sweeteners can affect the balance of “good” bacteria in your microbiome. Unlike sugar, artificial sweeteners contain almost no calories. However, the latter is associated with various health […]