(Natural News) Higher consumption of fruits and vegetables is linked to a lower risk of mortality, according to a recent review published in the British Medical Journal. Chinese researchers found that eating at least five servings of fruits and vegetables daily reduced the risk of cardiovascular disease by four percent. Meanwhile, individuals who consumed more than […]

(Natural News) Fatty liver disease, as the name implies, is a condition marked by an accumulation of fat in the liver. If the disease is caused by excess alcohol consumption, it is referred to as alcoholic fatty liver disease. On the other hand, if it is caused by poor nutrition and obesity, it is referred […]

(Natural News) Researchers at Nihon University School of Dentistry in Japan investigated the anti-inflammatory effects of an extract from Cynara scolymus (artichoke) and its pharmacologically effective compound cynaropicirin on human gingival fibroblasts (HGFs) stimulated by lipopolysaccharide (LPS). Their findings were published in the Journal of Natural Medicines. Periodontal diseases are a major public health problem affecting over half […]

(Natural News) Tea is a widely popular aromatic beverage that is consumed around the world. In fact, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (UN) claims that tea is the most widely consumed beverage worldwide, second only to water. But this beverage is more than just a drink to warm you up during cold […]

(Natural News) Vernonia colorata, commonly known as bitterleaf or lowveld tree vernonia, is a small, flowering shrub that’s native to Africa. It is widely used in African countries as a treatment for various ailments. In fact, bitterleaf has demonstrated strong anti-inflammatory and antibacterial activity in several studies. In an article published in The Journal of Phytopharmacology, researchers at the Kwame Nkrumah […]

(Natural News) When your immune system isn’t functioning at its best, you’re more susceptible to infectious diseases like the common cold. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), eating certain foods and spices can help boost your immune health. TCM refers to a 5,000-year-old system that uses natural treatments such as acupuncture and cupping to promote […]

(Natural News) Sorghum bicolor, commonly known as great millet, is a cereal grain that belongs to the grass family, Poaceae. It is considered a major food crop in Africa, where it likely originated, and is now cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions. It is highly valued in hot and arid regions because it is resistant […]

(Natural News) Long spaceflight missions, such as future manned missions to Mars, can result in astronaut “deconditioning,” or a loss in bone density and a decrease of muscle mass. However, many of these negative effects can be alleviated with the help of a key ingredient in red wine: resveratrol. With today’s technology, astronauts will be […]

(Natural News) The rapidly spreading coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is a viral respiratory infection that causes flu-like symptoms. Despite the growing number of cases worldwide, the disease itself is not particularly fatal, especially given a functioning immune system and a lack of underlying conditions. Experts suggest that the disease can cause severe, life-threatening symptoms especially given […]

(Natural News) Psyllium husk is an unusual ingredient that has attracted a lot of attention recently. Originally used as a supplement and natural laxative, health buffs and dieters — especially those on a keto or vegan diet — have begun using it as a substitute for some common food ingredients. Since the invention of various recipes […]