Month: January 2019

(Natural News) Peppermint isn’t just a spice that imbues meals with a cool, peppery flavor. Indian researchers believe the essential oil of the plant can serve as a natural fungicide for Fusarium head blight. The blight is caused by the pathogenic fungi Fusarium sporotrichioides. This common plant disease targets important cereal crops, including barley, maize, oats,… … Read more

(Natural News) Fresh fruits and vegetables tend to expire quickly if they are not preserved in some form. One of the most effective methods of preservation these foods is canning. Canning can help prevent spoilage and allow you to keep your food for long-term storage. Here are some of the easiest types of food that… … Read more

(Natural News) California-based researchers found that electroacupuncture stimulates the release of encephalin, a brain chemical that helps control blood pressure. A UCI Health news article reported that this is the anti-hypertension mechanism of this modern form of traditional Chinese therapy. Encephalin is an opioid, but one that is naturally produced by the body. Increased levels of this chemical prompts the brain… … Read more

(Natural News) At least one out of seven individuals around the world have recurrent migraines. This condition involves severe pulsating headaches and increased sensitivity to light and sound. Different symptoms may also accompany recurrent migraines. In a study published in the journal Neurology, researchers tried to examine the connection between sex hormones and recurrent migraines in… … Read more

(Natural News) One of the problems faced by patients with Type 2 diabetes mellitus is that their wounds heal much slower than normal. Malaysian researchers recommend applying an extract made from the leaves of betel (Piper betle) on the wounds to speed up the healing process. Diabetes mellitus is one of the most prevalent diseases… … Read more

(Natural News) The heart-leaved moonseed (Tinospora cordifolia) has long been used as a medicinal plant in Ayurvedic medicine. Its healing properties are partly attributed to its high concentration of phenolic compounds. Indian researchers reported that these same natural antioxidants make moonseed a potential fuel additive that can improve the performance of biodiesels. Biodiesels are diesel-type… … Read more

(Natural News) A preliminary study released by the American Academy of Neurology suggests that eliminating gluten completely from your diet may help prevent nerve pain in people with gluten sensitivity. Gluten sensitivity has been linked to peripheral neuropathy, a condition in which the peripheral nerves of an individual become damaged. This, in turn, causes weakness, numbness,… … Read more

(Natural News) Green tea is, without a doubt, one of the most popular beverages today. If you want an excellent reason to drink more of it, then you’d be pleased to know that it can help keep your heart strong and healthy. Green tea is made from the same leaves as traditional black tea, but… … Read more