(Natural News) Creatine is a popular supplement for building muscles, but a new study reveals that it is also beneficial for the brain. Researchers at Stetson University in Florida found that vegetarians who take creatine supplements may enjoy better brain function. The team presented their study at the American Physiological Society’s (APS) annual meeting at Experimental […]

(Natural News) Nutrient deficiency is a likely and dangerous long-term threat during SHTF scenarios. Preppers and homesteaders must get ready well in advance by stockpiling nutritious food and nutritional supplements. Malnutrition and starvation may cause pica, a disorder where the victim starts eating objects that are inedible or even dangerous, even when they regain access […]

(Natural News) If you don’t have it, you probably know someone who does. Close to 30 million Americans have Type 2 diabetes, with 1.4 million more being added to the ranks on an annual basis. Pre-diabetes – which precedes diabetes if the patient doesn’t make drastic lifestyle changes – is also on the rise. The […]

(Natural News) Researchers from the University of Oxford revealed that becoming a vegetarian or vegan has significant long-term health benefits. This finding, which was published in the journal Proceedings of the Nutrition Society, was based on the results of western studies involving a high portion of vegetarian participants. Vegetarians are people who follow a diet devoid of […]

(Natural News) Following a vegetarian or (the stricter) vegan lifestyle is rewarding, but it also comes with some challenges. Foregoing meat means you lose out on a major source of protein, but the list below includes other Paleo meat-free sources of this crucial nutrient. The Paleo diet and protein The Paleo diet mimics the diet of […]

(Natural News) Vegan and vegetarian diets are known for being free from any animal products – which can be a double-edged sword. In particular, certain nutrients such as docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) are difficult to obtain, as fish is one of the primary sources of this fatty acid. A systematic review of literature in the Journal of Nutrition […]

(Natural News) Did you know that overweight men have a much higher early mortality rate than overweight women not only because of gender, but because they carry the majority of their fat in the belly, as opposed to women who usually carry it in their buttocks and thighs? This placement of fat puts more strain on […]

(Natural News) If you’re serious about warding off disease you might want to step away from that steak. Research has found that a plant-based diet is the best way to strengthen the body and prevent life-threatening illnesses. That’s because plants are rich in compounds called phytonutrients – chemicals which help protect plants from bugs, germs, […]