(Natural News) Alzheimer’s disease is often presaged by a condition called mild cognitive impairment (MCI). MCI is the stage between the decline of cognition expected during normal aging and the onset of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. MCI has a very common sub-type called amnestic MCI (aMCI). It is characterized by the impairment of episodic memory; but […]

(Natural News) Swiss chard (Beta vulgaris) is a vegetable that belongs to the Chenopodiaceae family — the same family spinach, beets, and quinoa belong to. Its leaf blades are red or green, while its stalks can be red, white, or yellow. Despite its name, it’s not native to Switzerland — it was discovered by a Swiss botanist in 1753. […]

(Natural News) People with fibromyalgia suffer from pain all over the body, which affects their quality of life. Since it is a lifelong condition, scientists continue to find ways on how to manage the condition or reduce its symptoms. A team of researchers from the University of Seville in Spain reports that diets supplemented with aqueous […]

(Natural News) Green tea is one of the most popular superfoods out there. Indeed, many studies have already proven that it offers multiple health benefits, but a recent study published in Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice noted that it can also be used to treat acute uncomplicated cystitis in women. Acute cystitis is a sudden inflammation in […]

(Natural News) A study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food found that sweet olive (Osmanthus fragrans) can be used to treat colitis. Conducted by researchers from Taiwan, the study looked at the therapeutic effect of sweet olive extracts on inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). In traditional Chinese medicine, sweet olive is used to treat dysentery […]

(Natural News) Do you want to boost your workout performance? Try ashwagandha – also known as Indian ginseng. A recent study published in the journal Nutrients revealed that supplementing with ashwagandha extract significantly enhances both upper- and lower-body strength. Carried out by researchers from the Center for Applied Health Sciences and Lindenwood University, the study looked at […]

(Natural News) Researchers from the Philippines suggest that calamansi (Citrus microcarpa B.) has powerful anticancer potential. In their study, which was published in the journal Industrial Crops and Products, they aimed to determine the volatile composition, d-limonene content, and cytotoxicity of calamansi essential oil. Interest in the use of natural products has been renewed due […]

(Natural News) Arthritis is a common condition that causes joint pain and inflammation. Commonly used treatments for arthritis are often ineffective and cause serious side effects. Therefore, researchers continue to find natural and more effective alternatives. A study published in the journal Medicines suggests frankincense, which can help treat arthritis by fighting inflammation. Arthritis is […]

(Natural News) Drinking tea can provide the body with many health benefits, one of which is a lower risk of osteoporosis. In a meta-analysis published in the journal Nutrition Research, researchers from China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences found that drinking tea can help increase bone mineral density, which may contribute to the prevention of osteoporosis. Earlier studies […]

(Natural News) Many herbal plants are used in traditional medicine for inflammatory-related diseases. In Africa, particularly in Burkina Faso, they use Senegal saba (Saba senegalensis) to treat illnesses associated with inflammation. Researchers from Africa have looked at the properties of this plant and found that the leafy stems of Senegal saba actually possess anti-inflammatory properties. They also support the […]