(Natural News) The usage of general anesthesia can have detrimental effects on the brains of young children. This was the conclusion that Dr. Vesna Jevtovic-Todorovi, head of the Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, came to in her review of past scientific studies that discussed the matter. The studies that… … Read more
(Natural News) Muscular dystrophy is a group of genetic diseases wherein the skeletal muscles weaken and break down over time. This condition is brought on by the absence of dystrophin, an essential protein that plays an important role in normal muscle function. People who lack dystrophin will often have difficulty swallowing and moving, and will… … Read more
(Natural News) Heart attacks, or acute myocardial infarctions, are among the leading causes of death, second only to cancer. Many of these heart events are preventable, however, and one of the best ways to avoid them is to adhere to a heart-healthy diet. Various foods are said to be good for one’s heart and, in… … Read more
(Natural News) Constipation is a topic that many people aren’t comfortable with – partly because of the pain, bloating, and straining associated with it. In a recent study, researchers from the Shinshu University School of Medicine in Japan found that using a traditional method of massaging tired feet also relieves constipation. The findings of their… … Read more
(Natural News) The Chilean salt flats are somewhat of a juxtaposition. On the surface, it’s the perfect picture of a life detached from technology, what with its idyllic landscapes and breathtaking nature. However, what lies beneath is an element that powers most devices in the modern world – lithium. That said, the country doesn’t just have lithium… … Read more
(Natural News) Gluten-free bread is all the rage these days, but one issue that some people have with it is its nutritional content – or seemingly lack thereof. The absence of grains, for one, means that gluten-free bread could also be low in protein, dietary fiber, and essential minerals. Indeed, there are ways to work… … Read more
(Natural News) When it comes to California, left-wing regression knows no bounds. The coastal city of Santa Barbara recently banned plastic straws due to their negative effects on the environment. In what is probably the strictest ban on plastics in the United States, Santa Barbara officials passed legislation that not only authorizes steep fines for… … Read more
(Natural News) It’s pretty obvious that conventional agriculture giants like Monsanto, DuPont, Syngenta and BASF would have nothing to do with the Organic Trade Association (OTA), right? After all, the OTA is the organization that regulates the organic industry in North America. The company’s LinkedIn page promises: Focusing exclusively on organic agriculture and products, OTA… … Read more
(Natural News) Diu Le Bang, an herbal treatment used in folk medicine for relieving swelling and pain, can be used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, according to researchers from the Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine. In their study, published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, researchers looked at the effects of the medicine in treating mice with adjuvant-induced… … Read more
(Natural News) Although may appear harmless, cleaning products, especially those labeled as “antibacterial,” contain various toxic chemicals, allergens, and irritants that are deadly when used long-term, according to an article published on the website NaturalHealth365.com. Some of the commonly used toxic ingredients in these many cleaning products are the following: Parabens – Used as preservatives in soaps, parabens… … Read more