This Himalayan medicinal tree may be the key to novel anti-cancer and anti-diabetic treatments

(Natural News) Research has shown that the moru oak (Quercus dilatata), a tree found in the Himalayas, could be used to treat chronic diseases like cancer and diabetes, as well as prevent the spread of infectious diseases like leishmaniasis. The study, published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, determined the therapeutic effects of the tree, which has… … Read more

An organic compound found in chrysanthemums can control the rosy apple aphid

(Natural News) A study published in Biological Agriculture & Horticulture tells of how pyrethrins, natural compounds found in chrysanthemums, effectively kill rosy apple aphids, providing organic farmers with additional means to control the pests and to prevent them from becoming an even worse problem. Rosy apple aphids can be a significant headache for organic apple… … Read more

This is why the heart-leaved moonseed is a beloved Ayurvedic medicine

(Natural News) Researchers have found that the heart-leaved moonseed (Tinospora cordifolia), a plant native to the Indian subcontinent, contains antioxidant-rich phenolic compounds which are known to treat various diseases. The study, which was published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, took its cue from Ayurveda, where the plant is mentioned in multiple texts for its ability to treat… … Read more

Manure-based fertilizers are ideal alternatives to conventional varieties, according to a study

(Natural News) A seven-year-long study conducted by Spanish researchers in a farm under the Mediterranean sun has concluded its comparison of natural and synthetic fertilizers. The researchers reported that manure-based fertilizer greatly improved the crop yield, both on its own and when added to chemical fertilizer. The goal of the Universitat de Lleida (UDL) research… … Read more

The musical (and magical) fruit: Why you should be eating more wild beans

(Natural News) A healthy diet is one that ensures the body receives essential nutrients on a daily basis. Most health authorities recommend that these nutrients come from vegetables and fruits. One such group of vegetables that can and should be added to any healthy diet is Phaseolus, more commonly known as wild beans. According to… … Read more

Eating breakfast before exercise may “prime” your body to burn more carbohydrates

(Natural News) According to a recent study, eating a healthy breakfast may promote weight loss better than fasting. The findings revealed that eating breakfast before you work out can help “prime” the body to burn carbohydrates and digest food faster after you exercise. The study, published in the American Journal of Physiology: Endocrinology and Metabolism, involved researchers from the University… … Read more

New guidelines from the NHS: Take honey for a cough instead of visiting your GP

(Natural News) It has long been known that an all-natural high-quality honey is a great remedy for coughs. Finally, the National Health Service (NHS) in the U.K. acknowledged the effectiveness of honey and other herbal remedies in treating health problems. In August, the National Health Service (NHS) in the U.K. released a guideline that urges… … Read more

Study proves that people who eat organic have 25% lower risk of cancer

(Natural News) If you’ve ever doubted whether organic food is worth the higher price tag, a study that was recently published in JAMA Internal Medicine should put your concerns to rest. In the study, French researchers showed that people who consume organic food have a 25% lower risk of cancer. The study, which was carried… … Read more