Month: May 2018

Are we a nation of drugged-up zombies? Research reveals most people would rather pop a pill than exercise

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(Natural News) Americans are known to be dependent on prescribed drugs. In fact, it is believed that we consume more pills far more than any other country. When we feel sick, popping a pill seems like the easier way to treat our sickness than go through a long process of changing lifestyle routines. Today, drinking… … Read more

Amazon workers forced to use pee bottles out of fear of being punished for going to the restroom

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(Natural News) Amazon is one of the biggest companies in Silicon Valley. Its founder and CEO Jeff Bezos is one of the most successful businessmen of all time, and is currently the richest person in the world with a net worth of more than $110 billion. So it’s no surprise why many people want to work… … Read more

Scientists identify an aquatic moss capable of removing arsenic from contaminated water in just ONE HOUR

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(Natural News) Water pollution is a serious problem in many parts of the world. It’s particularly dangerous in places where toxic chemicals such as arsenic can be found as contaminants, thereby, putting the lives of people living in the area at great risk of arsenic poisoning. Now, a team of researchers has discovered a new… … Read more

Science-backed eating tips for those with inflammatory bowel disease

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(Natural News) If you suffer from IBS, your diet can help treat your condition. Researchers have recently identified some science-backed eating tips for relieving or treating inflammatory bowel disease. Inflammatory bowel diseases, such as colitis and Crohn’s disease, are disorders that cause chronic inflammation in the digestive tract. The signs and symptoms that are common to… … Read more

With plastic pollution in the oceans at 16xs more than previously thought, is it even possible to clean it up?

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(Natural News) There was a time when the sea was the go-to place for keeping the body clean and catching fresh fish free from harmful chemicals. Beach lovers didn’t think twice about swimming there because they knew it was perfectly safe, and good for their health besides. But recent figures show that those who hesitate… … Read more

Wounds heal faster when you get enough sleep; being sleep-deprived suppresses immune responses

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(Natural News) For years, science has extolled the benefits of a good night’s sleep. It restores our body, boosts mental health, and enhances productivity, among others. Now, you can add faster wound healing to this long list. Researchers studied the healing time of wounds or skin barrier restoration and immune response in three classes of… … Read more

Why does drinking alcohol or sugary drinks make us thirsty?

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(Natural News) Not all drinks were made to quench a person’s thirst: Far from it, alcoholic beverages and those that contain sugar make us even thirstier, and scientists may have found the reason why. In a study published in Cell Metabolism, research indicated the liver hormone FGF21, or fibroblast growth factor 21, to be responsible for the brain’s actions… … Read more

Try these brain-boosting foods rich in vitamin B12

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(Natural News) Among the plethora of vitamins and minerals and other essential nutrients, vitamin B12 is said to be the ultimate brain booster. It is vital for red blood cell formation, nerve function, and DNA synthesis. According to Jaclyn London, the nutrition director at the Good Housekeeping Institute, a deficiency in vitamin B12 is associated… … Read more