(Natural News) One of the key components of cardiovascular health that many people overlook is a molecule called nitric oxide, or NO, which according to Nathan S. Bryan, PhD, is involved in virtually every organ system of the body. Almost every form of cardiovascular disease begins with the loss of NO production in the body. The […]

(Natural News) Beets are often used to make a sour soup called borscht or salads, but the root vegetable might soon be consumed by many athletes. According to a study conducted by researchers from the University of South Australia (UniSA), beets can naturally boost athletic performance. Researchers conducted a meta-analysis of 118 studies from 25 countries and they […]

(Natural News) Aging causes a lot of unwanted health issues, most notably cognitive decline and memory loss. People in their 50s are told that nothing can be done about it. But is decreased brain function really an inevitable part of aging? New research from Rush University Medical Center in Chicago suggests that a simple step […]

(Natural News) Research shows that beetroot (Beta vulgaris) may improve both physical health and brain health. A review published in HerbalGram looked at the benefits of beetroot and how it may help support body systems, such as cardiovascular health and cognitive function. In recent years, beetroot has emerged as a promising exercise performance supplement ingredient. […]

(Natural News) Researchers from Aarhus University in Denmark have linked increased levels of nitrate found in drinking water to the risk of developing colon and rectal cancer. The results of the study, published in the International Journal of Cancer, also revealed that the risk factors for developing the conditions occur at concentrations far below the current drinking […]

(Natural News) Nitrate pollution comes from the nitrate used in crop fertilizers that goes to rivers and streams through drainage systems and agricultural ditches. High concentrations of nitrate in rivers and streams can be toxic to ecosystems and human health, as they may contaminate drinking water. As a result, a team of researchers from the […]

(Natural News) Nitrates found in drinking water and groundwater may increase the risk of colorectal cancer. The study, which appeared in the International Journal of Cancer, traced back the source of the nitrates to agricultural production and identified the correlation between the two factors. Researchers posited that nitrate in drinking water may develop into carcinogenic N-nitroso compounds […]