Big Pharma greed strikes again: “Life-changing” thyroid pill manufacturer spikes price by 5,000%

(Natural News) The National Health Service is eyeing the cessation of the incessant prescription of Liothyronine, a drug that is used to treat thyroid disorders, after its manufacturer, Oakville, Canada-based pharmaceutical company Concordia International, increased its retail price by 5,662 percent to 9.22 British pounds from 16 p per tablet. Liothyronine is used to treat… … Read more

Save the earth and better yourself: 8 reasons why growing your own food is the best decision you will ever make

(Natural News) Have you ever thought of growing your own fruits and vegetables? If not, now is the time to start considering it. It may seem tedious and overwhelming, but in reality it is actually easy and simple. You can start by growing them in your backyard, or if you do not have any yard,… … Read more

The placebo effect of surgery: New evidence shows many operations, such as getting a stent for angina, to have low benefit and high risk

(Natural News) You’ve probably heard of the placebo effect: Someone reports feeling better after taking a pill that is said to help some condition or other, only to later discover the pill did not contain any active ingredients at all. The person’s physical health didn’t change; feeling better was all in their mind. It’s always… … Read more

Elon Musk warns: 95% chance artificial intelligence exterminates humanity

(Natural News) It’s only a matter of time before artificial intelligence finds superiority over humans. As machines become more efficient at computing data and navigating algorithms, as they learn from their experiences and make complex decisions, they will inevitably challenge human thinking and human way of life. But will the advancement of AI lead to the… … Read more

3M named in massive contamination scheme that allegedly caused widespread cancer

(Natural News) According to Minnesota’s attorney general, chemicals that were dumped by 3M Co. in the Twin Cities metro area has caused cancer and infertility rates to rise, and has also resulted in the babies with low birth weights. In a court filing last week, Attorney General Lori Swanson alleged that the contamination resulted in… … Read more

Meditation can reduce stress, but only if you really want it to: The first step in reducing cortisol is acceptance, new study finds

(Natural News) Mindfulness has been getting a lot of buzz as a way to combat stress recently, and this is one trend that has some solid backing behind it. This approach sees people focusing their mind fully on what is happening around them, what they’re doing, and the space in which they are moving. It… … Read more

4 seemingly harmless but absolutely dangerous wild animals to avoid during hikes

(Natural News) When hiking in the mountains, it is likely that you will encounter some wild animals. And while some of them will be cute and relatively harmless, some are definitely dangerous. Listed below are four unnoticeable dangerous critters in the wild, according to an article by LoveOutdoors.com: The poison dart frog – Poison dart… … Read more

Lifestyle diseases are now complicating pregnancies, putting mothers and newborns at higher risk of complications

(Natural News) Contrary to popular belief, the responsibilities of motherhood begin before, not after, conception. A woman must be in good health prior to conceiving in order to assure her and the baby’s health. Preexisting conditions, sedentary lifestyles, and unhealthy food negatively affect babies prenatally. A Michigan Medicine study reports that pregnant women, particularly poor… … Read more

On the spot: Stress does a number on your ability to recall details of situations, according to research

(Natural News) New research has delved into the effects of stress on our ability to retain memories or recall details of situations. It emphasizes that challenging situations affect our perception of where we are and what’s happening in our surroundings. The researchers from the University of Innsbruck, Austria presented the participants with video clips of different situations…. … Read more