Study: Protective headgear for girls’ lacrosse players increases concussion risk because players become more aggressive

(Natural News) In 2015, the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) mandated all educational institutions under its wings to provide protective headgear for their girls’ lacrosse team. It was meant to reduce the number of injuries players get during games; however, a study has shown that the preventive measure led to an even higher injury rate…. … Read more

Keep your heart healthy by eating more arugula, spinach, and beets

(Natural News) Vegetables like arugula, beets, and spinach are packed with nitrates, and consuming these leafy greens can help bring down blood pressure and boost the efficiency of the endothelial cells that line the inside of the heart and blood vessels. In an article in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, an Australian study shows that… … Read more

The more curious the child, the better they’ll do in school, regardless of economic background

(Natural News) Early childhood education is important. It is said to have a great impact on the kind of person a child will be once he or she grows up. More particularly, the environment a child grows up in, and the access to good educational materials all contribute to how smart he or she will be in… … Read more

Did you know that monkey-eating chimps that hunt baby monkeys devour the brain first? This might give us a clue to our own evolution

(Natural News) The younger the red colobus monkey, the more likely a chimpanzee is to bite onto its head first. But rather than being an act of mere savagery, researchers believe that this horrific eating habit has a purpose. Namely, it gives them easy access to tender, delicious, and nutrient-packed brains. This was the conclusion… … Read more

How attractive a person is to you may be related to how your immune system perceives them

(Natural News) When going out on dates or meeting people, our perception of them often depends on how we see them physically. Are they good looking? Do they smell good? Are they dressed decently? Does their breath smell nice – the questions just go on. However, a recent study suggests that there is another part… … Read more

How to start an indoor garden in your apartment

(Natural News) With some creativity and hard work, urban preppers who live in apartments can also enjoy the many benefits of gardening. Indoor gardening is one way to combine nature’s beauty with the comfort of your apartment. Additionally, you can use design opportunities to your advantage and improve your living space with various plants. With… … Read more

Why tai chi is good for you, regardless of age and physical activity level

(Natural News) In recent years, tai chi has made it to many lists of the most popular meditation techniques, and for good reason. No matter how old or active you are, this ancient Chinese practice offers many health benefits, including disease prevention and pain relief. Data from 2016 reveal that more than three million people practice tai… … Read more

Blueprint of Monsanto’s “black ops” public relations machine REVEALED: See the names of fake front groups and science hacks who took part

(Natural News) It’s no secret that companies like Monsanto do everything in their power to keep the true toxicity of their products under wraps. Big Food, Big Ag, Big Pharma and the like have all been accused of similar tactics across the board. But the lengths to which Monsanto has gone to keep the world… … Read more