(Natural News) As it turns out, dietary fiber isn’t just good for the digestive system — it’s also good for the heart. This is according to Cristiane Mayerhofer of Oslo University Hospital in Norway, who proposed that heart failure patients who consume more dietary fiber tend to have healthier gut bacteria. A healthy gut microbiota is […]

(Natural News) People often mention that eating late at night can be quite bad for your health. However, there are certain healthy foods you can eat that can not only satisfy your cravings but can also improve the quality of your sleep. Satisfy your stomach without ruining your sleep Recent research has linked late-night eating […]

(Natural News) “Eat your vegetables” is sage advice, no matter the age. But it’s even more important that women experiencing menopause follow this: Researchers from Arizona State University revealed that eating more leafy greens can boost their cardiovascular fitness and keep diseases at bay. Their findings, which appeared in the journal Nutrition Research, suggest that postmenopausal women […]

(Natural News) As if there weren’t enough reasons to eat leafy greens, researchers from Rush University in Chicago have added one more. A study published in the peer-reviewed journal Neurology showed that eating green leafy vegetables — such as spinach, broccoli, kale, arugula and Brussels sprouts — can help protect the brain and slow down people’s cognitive decline by […]

(Natural News) A balanced gut microbiome is essential to good health. Achieving the perfect balance between the viruses, fungi and bacteria within the body – some of which are harmful – prevents disease.  At the same time, this balance boosts immunity, strengthens the heart, assists in weight control, and in many other ways contributes to […]

(Natural News) Gardening is a popular hobby with a lot of benefits. Not only can it help with stress management and provide beautiful scenery, it can also provide nutritious food. However, as rewarding as gardening is, it is not without challenges. Many people often run into the problem of not having enough space to grow […]

(Natural News) In this study, researchers from Arizona State University revealed that eating leafy green salads could potentially reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease in postmenopausal women. They published their findings in the journal Nutrition Research. Postmenopausal women have a higher risk of cardiovascular disease than men of the same age or premenopausal women. The loss of estrogen, which […]

(Natural News) A farmers market is a place where farmers sell their produce directly to consumers. Today, farmers markets have expanded to incorporate not only fruits and vegetables, but also a variety of other items like artisan crafts and original art. Some even have local musicians and even theater troupes – making these farmers markets into a grand […]

(Natural News) For athletes, training is just half the equation for winning the sport. The other half could very well be their diet, since eating the right foods can help improve their performance significantly. For the latter, going on the internet can be a minefield, with many health sites offering different (and sometimes even contradicting) […]

(Natural News) Just like clockwork, the dreaded common cold comes around every year, causing runny nose, persistent coughing and misery. But does it really have to be this way? According to recent studies, it doesn’t. A study published in the journal Nutrients found that vitamin C is the key to recovering from the symptoms of the common cold. […]