(Natural News) Research has proven that following a nutritious diet is key to maintaining your overall health. According to a study, eating more fruits and vegetables can help you live longer. Fruits and vegetables contain carbohydrates, dietary fiber and protein. Research shows that they also offer vitamins, minerals, carotenoids and polyphenols that can help protect […]

(Natural News) Beets (Beta vulgaris), also known as blood turnips, are one of the world’s healthiest vegetables – offering a range of incredible health benefits, thanks to their combination of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Here are some of the science-backed benefits of beet juice that promote optimal health. (Related: Drink beetroot juice and enjoy these health […]

(Natural News) Hiding behind the soft, fuzzy brown peel of kiwi, a small exotic fruit associated with New Zealand, is a wealth of essential nutrients, antioxidants and powerful plant compounds. Here are some of the impressive science-based health benefits of kiwifruit, a sweet, easy-to-eat and highly nutritious superfruit also known as Chinese gooseberry. Supports immune […]

(Natural News) For picnic-goers, ants are a nuisance. But according to a study published in the journal Proceedings of the Royal Society B: Biological Sciences, ants can be trained to detect cancer in urine. Ants and cancer detection Ants don’t have noses, but they use the olfactory receptors on their antennae to find food or sniff out potential mates. […]

(Natural News) New research published in the journal Acta Physiologica has identified beetroot juice as a powerful workout-boosting food that “significantly increases muscle force during exercise.” Researchers from the United States and the United Kingdom teamed up to test the effects of beetroot juice on a group of healthy men in their early 20s. The […]

(Natural News) Bananas are a staple for more than 400 million people in many tropical and subtropical countries and vital in a well-balanced diet, according to a study published in the journal Frontiers in Plant Science. Here are some reasons that will make you eat bananas every day. (Related: Bananas aren’t just for monkeys – Discover […]

(Natural News) Dementia is characterized by symptoms like memory loss and impaired judgment. Once considered a disease primarily affecting the elderly, many people under the age of 65 are now getting diagnosed with dementia. Fortunately, a study has found that there’s an easy way to improve cognitive function. According to researchers, consuming tea can help inhibit […]

(Natural News) Farmers who grow cucumbers in South Carolina experience huge crop losses every year due to a plant disease called downy mildew. Fortunately, researchers from Clemson University have discovered that planting cucumbers early can reduce growers’ losses from downy mildew to almost zero. What is downy mildew? Downy mildew is an oomycete or water mold that […]

(Natural News) Even though city dwellers lack the land for growing a garden, they can still grow food crops for sustenance – thanks to container or bucket gardening. All they need is a good container and a sunny deck or balcony for year-round crops. Growing crops at home also produces harvests far superior in freshness, flavor […]

(Natural News) Microgreens – also known as vegetable confetti or micro herbs – are small, young seedlings of certain edible vegetables and herbs. Rich in flavor and texture, microgreens add a welcome splash of color to a variety of dishes, such as salads, stir-fries, sandwiches and wraps. Most microgreens feature a central stem, two developed […]