(Natural News) Hormonal changes are one of the leading causes of bone loss or osteoporosis. Menopausal women, in particular, are more likely to experience bone loss because they are deficient in estrogen, a hormone in women that protects the bones. The amount of estrogen drops when women reach menopause. To lower the risk of bone […]

(Natural News) If you’re a fan of spicy foods, you’re in luck: Research from the University of Vermont indicates that consuming red chili peppers may just help you live longer. It may not always feel like you’re going to live longer after you’ve consumed a very spicy meal, but it seems that those hot peppers […]

(Natural News) If you’re depressed, you might be wary of taking antidepressants. Antidepressant use is incredibly common, with roughly one out of every 10 adults taking these drugs, but apprehension is certainly understandable given the dangerous side effects that are associated with these meds. However, that doesn’t mean that you have to suffer. Thankfully, there […]

(Natural News) Your body can be a host to parasites, most of which exist even without your knowledge. Among the body parts you can find them most commonly in are your intestines. Although most of them are small, these intestinal parasites can wreak havoc on your health. Fortunately, there are foods you can eat that […]

(Natural News) The condition called hypertension (high blood pressure) is prevalent in the U.S. and other developed countries. It doesn’t have any obvious symptoms, but this doesn’t make it any less dangerous. If you have hypertension, you must monitor your blood pressure closely to limit the damage your arteries. One way to do this is to […]

(Natural News) Lyme disease can be difficult to treat. If caught early, a round of antibiotics can clear up the infection and resolve symptoms, but that isn’t always the case. Roughly 10 to 20 percent of sufferers go on to experience ongoing symptoms like joint pain and fatigue. Known as persistent Lyme infection, it can […]

(Natural News) Burdock root is a vegetable commonly used in Asian cuisine. This vegetable is a versatile therapeutic medicine. It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for many health problems. It is a powerful blood purifier, diuretic, and anti-inflammatory agent. Based on scientific studies, here are its health benefits: Burdock root is packed with nutrients: […]

(Natural News) Herbs are often used to enhance the flavor of various dishes, but some of them, such as rosemary or thyme, contain beneficial compounds that can eliminate certain microbes. But did you know that you can also combine these herbs to make a natural antibiotic that can help fight various infections? Natural remedies are […]

(Natural News) Gout is one of the most common forms of arthritis in adults, especially in North America and Western Europe. In one article in Nature Reviews Rheumatology, authors noted that around 4 percent of American adults suffer from gout, based on a literature review on the illness. By far, the highest prevalence of gout is […]

(Natural News) When the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) Prozac first hit the market in 1988, around 2.5 million people were prescribed the drug. By 2002, that number had increased to 33 million. In the subsequent years, many other SSRIs have been produced and prescribed prolifically, with doctors handing them out like candy to anyone […]