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(Natural News) The world continues to reel from the growing epidemic that is diabetes. Although the disease is being controlled with the aid of chemical medications, these drugs are not without side effects, prompting researchers to look into natural yet effective alternatives. A study investigated the efficacy of Helicteres angustifolia, a plant popularly used in… |
Got tea? Compounds found in the healthy beverage keep your heart strong
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(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… |
Study evaluates the effectiveness of gurmar in reducing symptoms of metabolic syndrome
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(Natural News) A study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food found that people with metabolic syndrome can ameliorate some of the condition’s complications with aid from gurmar (Gymnema sylvestre), a plant whose name literally means “sugar destroyer.” Metabolic syndrome is a serious health condition involving several metabolic disorders occurring together. These are usually obesity,… |
Too much bed rest actually increases back pain
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(Natural News) Bed rest is the perfect remedy for certain conditions, but too much of it can be risky for your health. Not only will it eventually give you back pain, but too much of it can also lead to serious health problems. If you are stressed or down with a condition that requires a… |
Study finds that a combination of L-carnitine and vitamin E can overcome immunosuppression
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(Natural News) L-carnitine and vitamin E can improve the immune system, according to a study. It was found that the combination of these two nutrients can overcome the immunosuppressive effects of ochratoxin A, a fungus-based toxin, proving that taking the two together can be more beneficial than taking them separately. The study exposed White Leghorn… |
A class of plant-derived compounds show promise in treating ADHD
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(Natural News) The number of children diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has risen by over 41 percent in the last decade, making it the most commonly diagnosed childhood disorder in the U.S. Apart from conventional treatments for the condition, researchers are looking into plant-based compounds called oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPCs) as possible alternatives. As… |
This widely distributed African plant plays a vital role in the development of alternative healthcare
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(Natural News) With the number of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) sufferers seen to quadruple by the year 2050, researchers are looking for safe and effective methods to prevent the condition’s development and progression. A study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine suggests that Sarcocephalus latifolius bark, with its potent antioxidant properties, could be… |
Scientists study Canadian medicinal plants to explore natural cures for diabetes
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(Natural News) Diabetes is a complex disease that leads to a wide variety of complications, one of the most common of which is diabetic nephropathy (DN) or kidney damage. A team of researchers from Canada sought to identify natural extracts, found in the eastern James Bay area, with potent anti-apoptotic properties that can prevent kidney… |
Long-term consumption of yerba mate found to strengthen your digestive system
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(Natural News) Proper digestion is essential for good health. Yerba mate, an herbal drink that’s been going through a surge in popularity over the last few years, is linked to various health benefits, including improved digestion. Its effects are so remarkable that it has been linked to weight loss and even improvements in metabolic disorders…. |