Periodic fasting rapidly stimulates a multitude of healing processes

(Natural News) When you think of starving, everything that comes to mind is likely negative – extreme hunger, weakness, and eventual death. However, periodic starvation is another story entirely as extensive research has shown that temporarily restricting your caloric intake can quickly stimulate several healing responses in the human body. National Institute on Aging Senior… … Read more

One more reason to take probiotics: They protect against liver damage

(Natural News) Probiotics are known for supporting a healthy gastrointestinal tract and promoting good digestion, but new research has shown that these friendly microbes can benefit more than just your gut. It turns out probiotic bacteria can also help keep your liver in tip-top shape by protecting the vital organ against all kinds of damage… … Read more

Twitter suspends Benghazi war hero for criticizing Obama… the “dear leader” may not be questioned

(Natural News) There are real heroes in America and then there are those who either claim to be one or are falsely elevated to that lofty status by pop culture morons who wouldn’t recognize true heroism if they stepped over it. One of the real deals is all-around good guy is Kris “Tanto” Paronto, a… … Read more

The price of convenience: Research links city living to lowered mental health

(Natural News) Recent mental health research shows that city living can negatively affect overall mental health. According to Psychology Today, city dwellers experience higher levels of anxiety and depression. It turns out that population density doesn’t equate to human connection and relationship. Without these true binding forces, city life disappoints. Lights and noises are all around, but it’s… … Read more

Tennis champ Serena Williams in embarrassing meltdown after losing to Japanese newcomer

(Natural News) For the most part, Americans have no reason to feel embarrassed about our country, despite what Left-wing politicians, entertainers, pop culture ‘icons’ and sports figure say. The motto ‘land of the free and home of the brave’ remains truer today than it ever has been. But sometimes Americans do things on the world… … Read more

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) helps patients with multiple sclerosis maintain their cognitive function

(Natural News) Rehmannia (Radix rehmanniae) is a staple of traditional Chinese medicine. This medicinal herb contains many beneficial compounds such as catalpol, which can protect against brain diseases. A recent study showed that the catalpol extract from Rehmannia could preserve the cognitive capabilities of people afflicted with multiple sclerosis. Multiple sclerosis inflames cerebral tissue, breaks… … Read more

Natural brain food: Rhubarb protects against severe damage caused by traumatic brain injury

(Natural News) Roll out all your recipes for rhubarb, because the herb is a powerful brain food packed with the protective compound rhein. A Chinese study reported that eating rhubarb can shield your brain against the side effects of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) that are growing more common these days. Dubbed the “silent epidemic,” TBI… … Read more

Popular Ayurvedic medicine found to effectively reduce sciatic nerve pain

(Natural News) A study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine looked into the possible benefits of Alstonia scholaris (Linn.) R. Br., locally known as saptaparni, in relieving neuropathic pain induced by chronic constriction injury (CCI). Pain is a rather straightforward sensation that corresponds to particular stimuli. For instance, having your foot stepped… … Read more

Chickens that drink untreated water don’t grow as fast as poultry given clean water

(Natural News) Cutting corners when it comes to husbandry may seem like a tempting idea at first – especially for the beginner. However, smart preppers and experienced poultry farmers understand the importance of clean water in raising healthy and safe-for-eating chickens. This was recently validated with an experimental study published in OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, which… … Read more

NASA developing technology to help find astronauts lost in space

(Natural News) Future space probes and manned spacecraft will be able to navigate deep space with ease once NASA perfects its galactic positioning system. This planned interstellar GPS will use highly reliable millisecond pulsars as navigation beacons and ensure astronauts always know the way, according to an article on LiveScience. If outer space is like… … Read more