Controversy among scientists as “horsepox recipe” becomes public knowledge, raising fears terrorists will “hack” the virus to kill millions

(Natural News) A controversial paper, which was published in an issue of the journal PLOS ONE and which documents how to make a virus, has sparked public outcry in the scientific community. This bug, which is non-threatening to humans, is genetically similar to smallpox — a disease which killed at least 300 million people in the… … Read more

Dangerous sedative drug still being prescribed to seniors despite warnings, according to new research

(Natural News) Benzodiazepine, a kind of psychoactive drug, enables people to sleep or feel calm. However, in senior citizens, the use of benzodiazepine is associated with increased risk of broken hips, car crashes, and falls. This is the reason why they are considered by international guidelines as drugs that a minimal number of older adults… … Read more

Deadly outbreak of “monkey fever” virus, spread by ticks, has killed 19 in India

(Natural News) According to local reports, 19 people in India have died because of an outbreak of ‘monkey fever,’ or Kyasanur Forest disease (KFD). KFD is spread by ticks, and the disease has already infected 322 individuals since the deadly outbreak was confirmed. Patients often report “a fever or severe bleeding,” but KFD symptoms may also… … Read more

Ocean pollution has covered the globe: Seabirds as far away as Alaska are being threatened by microplastics

(Natural News) Deadly microplastics have been discovered in Alaskan seabirds in the Aleutian Islands, endangering both animals and the region’s native American population, reported a News Deeply article. The University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) had been examining hundreds of Aleutian seabirds over the better part of a decade. The study found that one out of every five specimens had ingested microplastics… … Read more

Smartwatch that can detect seizures has received highly coveted FDA approval

(Natural News) Detecting and managing epilepsy is of utmost importance in patients that suffer from it. The same goes for seizures, so in most cases, any potentially useful tips or equipment that can be used with one end up becoming recommended for the other. Soon, a smartwatch that uses advanced machine learning to tell when a… … Read more

Shocking video proves there’s little difference between the Communist Manifesto and the Democratic party

(Natural News) Ami Horowitz from PragerU recently took to the streets of New York City to see if students and young adults living around New York University (NYU) could discern whether certain quotes came from the Communist Manifesto or the 2016 Democratic Party platform – and the responses he received are nothing short of eye-opening…. … Read more

Severe “ecological injury” has already been caused by the Sanchi oil spill, which is now threatening reefs, protected marine areas and the fishing industry

(Natural News) Remember the Sanchi oil spill? It has barely been a couple of months since that terrible accident happened, and yet it seems like most people have already began forgetting about it. Sanchi is an oil tanker that recently sank in the East China Sea, causing what some experts are now claiming to be… … Read more

Holistic trends for mental and emotional health in 2018: Adaptogens, CBD, nootropics

(Natural News) The trend toward managing physical health holistically is also extending to mental health, with more and more people seeking healthy ways to boost their mood, cognition and well-being. In response, we are seeing a rise in foods, drinks and supplements that cater to this trend. According to the natural insights experts at SPINS,… … Read more

Stockpiling perishables: How to store fresh fruits and vegetables for the long term

(Natural News) It’ll be a shame if you have to throw out all those tasty berries, healthy fruits, and nutritious vegetables because they’re no longer fresh. That’s why a PreppersWill article covered the basics on preserving these organic produce. First off, remember that certain vegetables can be cured to extend their lifespans. Garlic, onions, potatoes,… … Read more