(Natural News) If the thought of having to walk 10,000 steps daily seems daunting, you can rest easy because 1,000 steps per day will do. Going on a brisk 10-minute walk every day, which is equivalent to about 1,000 steps, can help lower the risk of an early death by at least 15 percent, according to new guidance… … Read more
(Natural News) The coralbush (Jatropha multifida Linn.), a medicinal plant from Myanmar, has been reported to contain antimicrobial, antimalarial, and anti-tumor activities. In the study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, the anti-influenza activity of coralbush was evaluated. The coralbush has been used in traditional medicine for treating various diseases. Researchers at… … Read more
(Natural News) Korean researchers investigated the possibility of improving the immuno-stimulatory activity of cordyceps mushrooms (Cordyceps militaris) by fermenting them with probiotic strains of bacteria. They reported that fermentation improved the boost that cordyceps bestowed upon the immune system and improved the availability of beneficial nutrients. Gachon University supported the study. The findings were published in the journal… … Read more
(Natural News) The extract of the Korean starwort (Aster koraiensis) was tested on diabetic rats for its purported ability to inhibit retinal vascular dysfunction associated with the disease. The new animal study showed that the herbal extract could protect the vulnerable blood vessels of the retinas from the degenerative effects of diabetes. Researchers from the… … Read more
(Natural News) A 24-hour plaque re-growth, double-blind, randomized crossover trial supported preliminary findings that a mouthwash containing natural extracts was better at maintaining oral hygiene than standard chemicals. Authors of the study, which was published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, concluded that their results suggest an alternative means for people to control dental plaque… … Read more
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(Natural News) As any prepper knows, one of the biggest hurdles to overcome is food spoilage. This is especially true if you’re fond of chicken burgers, which are prone to deteriorating fairly quickly. Fortunately, the addition of a simple ingredient can greatly improve the storage life of your homemade chicken burgers without affecting taste. The ingredient? Pistachio… … Read more
(Natural News) Pain relievers are among the most common and in-demand chemical medications. They are, however, known to have serious side effects. In a study published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, researchers discuss a plant traditionally used in Bangladesh which they confirmed to have anti-nociceptive properties with no adverse effects. Pain is a common condition,… … Read more
(Natural News) Doctors aren’t the only ones that apples keep away: Research has shown that the fruit can also keep aging at bay, thanks to its wealth of beneficial nutrients. The study, published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, identified that the Annurca apple, a variety grown in southern Italy, is capable of slowing down aging by… … Read more
(Natural News) Corticosteroids in asthma inhalers could make women fat and increase the risk of metabolic syndrome, a recent study found. Corticosteroids are widely-used anti-inflammatory agents that come in many forms — such as inhalers, nasal sprays, tablets, injections and cream — and are prescribed to ease symptoms of asthma and other respiratory diseases. Metabolic… … Read more