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Deep-sea mineral supplements promote faster recovery and reduced risk of injuries during exercise in middle-aged men





(Natural News) We already know that the ocean is a vast source of food and medicine, a wellspring of health, an escape from the stress of daily life. That's why there's a public clamor to protect it at all costs. Now, scientists have discovered another reason for us to treasure the ocean. Deep in its bowels are minerals and trace elements … [Read More...]

A traditional Malaysian medicine can help diabetics manage their blood sugar levels



(Natural News) Research published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine suggests that a medicinal plant in Malaysia called the mempelas paya could be used to manage symptoms of diabetes. The study, led by scientists from the International Islamic University Malaysia, looked at traditional claims of the plant to have … [Read More...]

Vitamin C found to significantly reduce the risk of gout




(Natural News) Vitamin C appears to have protective properties against gout. An analysis of nearly 47,000 men ages 40 to 75 years shows that those who had high vitamin C intake had reduced odds of developing gout over a study period of 20 years. Researchers also note a dose-dependent reduction in gout risk. Men who took 500 mg of vitamin C … [Read More...]

Using baby wipes can make your child more allergic to food, new study finds


(Natural News) One moment, your cuddly infant is giggling without a care in the world. The next, he's crying uncontrollably from itchy rashes all over his body. The itchy rashes could be a sign of food allergy, which the baby could have acquired from environmental and genetic sources. Professor Cook-Mills led a research on the causes … [Read More...]

A list of medical supplies you need to be stockpiling NOW before SHTF



(Natural News) The end of the world as we know it (TEOTWAWKI): Perhaps a few years ago we would have laughed at the preppers who insisted that a huge-scale disaster could be just around the corner. Most of us aren’t laughing anymore. The world, as we once knew it, is no more. It feels like we are surrounded by threats, and that a natural … [Read More...]

Scientists discover that fermenting blueberries can restore cognitive function, improve memory for people with amnesia

(Natural News) Blueberry vinegar may help boost memory and restore the cognitive function of people with dementia, according to researchers from Konkuk University. In their study, which appeared in Science Daily, the team examined whether vinegar made from blueberries, which are rich with different active compounds, might help improve … [Read More...]

You’re more at risk of a muscle injury if you lack vitamin D, according to a new study





(Natural News) In recent years, a lot of studies have been done on the health benefits of vitamin D. It has brought about interesting results: for one, it's linked to a healthy immune system; faster healing of wounds; and even stronger bones. However, it's also revealed how much we're lacking the sunshine vitamin: Research has shown that … [Read More...]

How do you get to be a “ridiculously healthy” senior citizen? Take care of your gut — research has linked gut health to healthy aging

(Natural News) There is no secret to being “ridiculously healthy.” It can seem that way -- given how obsessed we are with miracle creams and magic pills -- but the truth is, natural ways trump synthetic solutions each and every time. To further drive home this fact, one of the largest microbiota studies to date just concluded that … [Read More...]

Why trusting your gut is essential to your survival

(Natural News) Have you ever had a certain "feeling" about something – a "hunch" that something's wrong, or that you just "know" that what you're about to do is a good idea? This perceptive insight is called by many names, such as gut instinct, intuition, and "sixth sense." (h/t to PreppersWill.com.) Gut instinct may refer to a deeper … [Read More...]

Chinese medicine can battle multidrug resistance caused by chemotherapy



(Natural News) Researchers from China have compiled data that reveals the efficacy of Chinese medicines in treating complications from cancer treatment. The findings were published in the Chinese Journal of Integrative Medicine. One of the leading causes of failure during cancer chemotherapy treatment is multidrug resistance (MDR). … [Read More...]