(Natural News) Apples really do keep the doctor away. Researchers from San Diego State University suggest that apples, particularly dried ones, can help regulate blood sugar levels and improve insulin response. The researchers reached this conclusion after looking at the potential of dried apples to regulate blood sugar and insulin in a group of healthy people. […]

(Natural News) Solar energy is often used to power the process that converts undrinkable seawater into potable liquid. Italian researchers found a way to vastly increase the efficiency of the solar-powered desalination process, resulting in at least twice the amount of drinkable water compared to older approaches. Desalination removes salt from seawater so that it […]

(Natural News) A study reveals that the Korean herb Cynanchum paniculatum (Bunge) Kitag or “dog-strangling vine” is an effective treatment for viral infections and diseases. The roots of the dog-strangling vine that were used in the study came from the Jaechun Yakcho market at Chungchungbuk-do in South Korea and were identified by the Department of Plant […]

(Natural News) Decades of research, and several dozens of studies later, scientists now agree that acupuncture should be considered as an alternative treatment for drug-resistant depression. Previous research on the efficacy of the traditional healing art have been inconsistent, with some suggesting a positive effect while others noting no association. The different outcomes could be […]

(Natural News) The giant-leaved fig (Ficus lutea) is usually known as a pretty ornamental tree or a very useful source of food and wood products. Now, an Egyptian animal study indicated that the leaves of the tree could provide a natural way of protecting the liver from oxidative stress. Also called the “Lagos rubbertree,” this species is a common tree in the warm […]

(Natural News) PTSD, or post-traumatic stress disorder, is a mental health condition that often occurs after a person witnessed or experienced a terrifying event. People with PTSD often experience psychophysiological symptoms such as a pounding heart. Researchers from Japan suggest that this particular symptom may be improved by taking fish oil supplements and eating more foods […]

(Natural News) Thermogenic agents are edible substances that turn nutrient calories into heat energy that the body uses to regulate its internal temperature. Researchers suggest that taking these agents as supplements can help reduce weight and keep it to a healthy level, thereby lowering the risk of obesity. Obesity is often traced to problems in […]

(Natural News) The use of aluminum in vaccines has been a hotly debated topic as of late — largely due to the increasing awareness of the metal’s potential toxicity. Now, research from Keele University has found a link between aluminum-containing inoculations and autism. Yet another element of vaccines is found to be harmful — who would […]

(Natural News) Bishop’s weed (Houttuynia cordata) is an edible plant from Asia that is used in traditional Chinese and Indian medicine. Researchers believed that extracts from its processed form can help protect the kidneys of diabetics from damage. The kidneys are responsible for removing impurities and excess water from the blood. This makes them very vulnerable to […]

(Natural News) Having succeeded at the task of raising lettuce in space-like conditions, Norwegian researchers are now designing planters that can grow beans aboard a spaceship. This will give astronauts the ability to cultivate plants during trips between Earth and Mars. Astronauts miss life on Earth. They enjoy anything that reminds them of their home planet. Not only […]