Despite what Big Pharma says, opioids do almost nothing to treat pain – study

(Natural News) A placebo pill is almost as effective as opioids for killing pain, suggests a new meta-analysis published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. This is because the physiological pain-killing effects of opioids decrease over time. As the pain-killing effects wane, a larger dose is needed, causing opioid addiction. The researchers warn… … Read more

Google official BUSTED saying tech giant should use its power to “steer” conservative movement: When will Trump administration act against this propaganda?

(Natural News) Leaked audio featuring yet another official from Google bashing the Right reveals his desire for the company to use its vast economic might to “steer” the conservative movement in a way that serves the political objectives and interests of the Left. Adam Kovacevich, Google’s senior director of U.S. public policy, described the recent… … Read more

READ: Paul Manafort’s statement to judge at his sentencing – CNN

READ: Paul Manafort’s statement to judge at his sentencing  CNN Paul Manafort sentenced to nearly four years in prison  USA TODAY The Inscrutable Paul Manafort  The New Yorker Paul Manafort sentenced: Live updates  CNN The ‘Otherwise Blameless Life’ of Paul Manafort  The Atlantic View full coverage on Google News >View original article Author:

Tying Ilhan Omar’s anti-Semitism to her overseas roots – Washington Examiner

Tying Ilhan Omar’s anti-Semitism to her overseas roots  Washington Examiner Omar bails out Trump – POLITICO  POLITICO House to vote on anti-Semitic and anti-Muslim bigotry  CBS News Anti-Semitism debate among Democrats following Rep. Omar’s comments  CBS News Ilhan Omar Knows Exactly What She Is Doing  The New York Times View full coverage on Google News >View original article Author:

Aggressive mildew: Resistant varieties of grape help reduce the use of fungicides

(Natural News) Researchers at the French National Institute for Agricultural Research (INRA) recently discovered that in the case of some grape varieties, the suspect pathogens can adapt and cause harm anyway. There are new varieties of grape that are resistant to pests like grapevine downy mildew that are already in the market. However, experts don’t… … Read more

Ever wonder why your steak is served with a salad? The nutrients in the salad help you digest the nutrients in the meat

(Natural News) Would you believe that a simple change in your food intake could be enough to help you prevent cancer and other diseases? Many studies have shown that diet does indeed play a huge part in causing or preventing certain diseases from occurring in the human body. But experts are still a ways from… … Read more

Understanding innate fears: Scientists study why snakes and spiders evoke a stress response, even in babies

(Natural News) Why are human babies afraid of creepy-crawlies such as spiders or snakes? Is it something that they learn as they grow older? What about extremely young infants who have never been exposed to these creatures beforehand? According to new research from the Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences (MPI CBS), the… … Read more

Scientists study the effects of stress on social competence, finding that those with less stress are better able to handle social situations

(Natural News) Meditation has been known to reduce stress levels in individuals if practiced correctly and applied consistently. But do its helpful effects lessen in relation to a person’s age? A research team in Germany, led by Tania Singer, Director at the Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences, decided to find out. What they… … Read more

One of Nature’s most refreshing beverages, coconut water is a powerhouse of evidence-based health benefits

(Natural News) If manna indeed exists, it may be in the form of coconut water. Science is now validating the mythical reputation of the refreshing beverage, concluding the drink to be a powerhouse of amazing health benefits, from increased hydration to lowered blood pressure. Here are some evidence-based benefits that you should take note of:… … Read more