Caffeine, nicotine and processed sugar – What do they all have in common?

(Natural News) Feeling lethargic or depressed? Feeling anxious or stressed? Maybe you’re stuck in a rut without your favorite fix. Maybe you’re “crashing” from a “high” and the vicious cycle is inflicting the long-term effect on you. What can you do when you build up a tolerance to your crutch, go with harder drags off… … Read more

Natural weed control: 9 Herbicide-free tricks

(Natural News) As a good prepper, keeping your garden soil weed-free ensures that your crops grow healthy and strong. If you don’t want to use pesticides with harmful chemicals, you can protect your plants using natural weed-killing methods like mulching or vinegar. (h/t to HomesteadSurvivalSite.com) The natural methods detailed below can prevent weeds from taking over… … Read more

What’s the difference between “cage-free,” “free-range,” and “pasture-raised” eggs?

(Natural News) Whenever you buy eggs from the grocery store, you may have wondered why they have different labels, such as “cage-free,” “free-range,” and “pasture-raised.” You may have also noticed that they differ in price. Eggs vary in their nutrition profile as well. But one thing’s for sure – the more expensive the egg is,… … Read more

Yoga mats may be filled with antibiotic-resistant microbes, according to study

(Natural News) According to a recent study published in mSystems, an open access journal run by the American Society for Microbiology, people introduce chemicals to the environment wherever they go. These chemicals called antimicrobials are often used in disinfectants and cleaners to kill microorganisms that can cause diseases. When these chemicals settle in indoor dust and spread in public… … Read more

Ohio goes green: Buckeye state rolls out medical marijuana program – can it replace opioids?

(Natural News) Early this year, the state of Ohio began allowing the sale of medical marijuana. Half a year in, the Buckeye state is reaping the benefits of this decision: It has helped create jobs, and many people suffering from severe health issues – from multiple sclerosis to post-traumatic stress disorder – can finally find… … Read more

New report finds that sales for herbal supplements experienced their strongest growth in 15 years

(Natural News) Herbal dietary supplements are making waves in the market these days. In a report published in Herbalgram, the official publication of the American Botanical Council, researchers say that retail sales in the U.S. experienced their strongest growth in 15 years. The report also revealed that in 2017, consumer spending increased by 8.5 percent… … Read more

Ear acupuncture effective at improving, maintaining effectiveness of substance abuse treatment outcomes

(Natural News) A recent study published in the journal Behavioural Science suggests using ear acupuncture as an adjunct therapy for those undergoing substance abuse treatment. In the study, the researchers used the National Acupuncture Detoxification Association protocol (NADA) to determine whether it can improve and sustain treatment outcomes when used in concert with traditional therapy. For… … Read more

Massive back surgery scam unveiled, where hundreds of doctors got kickbacks while maiming patients for profit

(Natural News) The U.S. Department of Justice has been working diligently to expose a massive back surgery scam that has been going on in California for fifteen years. “Operation Spinal Cap” has exposed a network of greedy doctors and a California State Senator who have taken illegal kickbacks in exchange for referring thousands of patients… … Read more