Black pepper and turmeric turn out to provide complementary effects, with the piperine in black pepper making it easier for your body to absorb and use the curcumin in turmeric. Piperine helps protect curcumin from inflammatory processes long enough for the body to use it. Curry powder, which contains both turmeric and black pepper, is perhaps the most obvious way to get bother piperine and curcumin in your diet. However, if you truly hate the taste of turmeric, there are supplements available that have both black pepper and turmeric in them.

Key Takeaways:

• Due to piperine that is contained in pepper that boosts the body’s ability to digest substances, it helps to take turmeric with black pepper.
• Black pepper and turmeric have lots of similarities when it comes to the health benefits they provide and both are considered aromatic spices.
• The yellow color of turmeric comes from the compound curcumin which it contains while the black color of black pepper comes from piperine.

"At the same time, it preserves turmeric from inflammatory processes that would normally break down the spice before it could be processed by the digestive system."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2019-03-31-combine-turmeric-and-black-pepper-to-boost-health-benefits-of-curcumin.html

Cloves are a spice that can be added to soups, stews and other dishes to add flavor. However, if a recipe calls for cloves and you do not have any on hand there are other substitutes that you can use. Allspice is an easy substitute because both spices come from the same family. Cardamom is another substitute but does not taste quite as sweet. Use cardamom in conjunction with cinnamon as a substitute for clove, but use less than the cardamom than cloves.

Key Takeaways:

• Cloves have found much uses by humans. They are not only used in soups and stews, but also used to treat conditions like cancer, diabetes, or obesity.
• When tasted, cloves taste bitter and some people describe the flavor as being hot. Cloves also have a strong, pungent, and sweet aroma.
• Allspice can be used as a substitute for cloves because they belong to the same family and it is called allspice due to the combined smell of other spices.

"Allspice can be used to treat bloating, cramping, diarrhea, excessive flatulence, nausea, and vomiting."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2019-04-02-what-are-the-best-clove-substitutes.html

Recent research published in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition indicates that taking your protein supplement before working out can help increase your body’s fat oxidation. In a study of 11 college-aged males who took either whey or casein protein supplements prior to moderate exercise, it was found that both post-exercise fat oxidation and post-exercise energy consumption improved. Casein has more of an impact in this study than whey. This strongly suggests you should take your protein supplement before exercising.

Key Takeaways:

• It has been shown that the timing of when proteins are taken really matters as researchers have realized that taking protein supplements before workout improves post-workout burn.
• 11 healthy, recreationally active college males were recruited for the study and they did not take any caffeine 30 days before the study.
• The proteins that the participants took were 25 g of whey protein isolate, 35 g of casein protein, and 25 g of food additive maltodextrin.

"Published in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, the study looked at the effect of taking protein supplements before exercise on fat oxidation and energy expenditure during and after a bout of moderate-intensity exercise. Previous research has shown that pre-exercise protein consumption may promote fat oxidation, at the same time, minimize protein degradation during exercise."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2019-03-26-protein-supplements-before-gym-improve-post-workout-burn.html

Eating oats may prevent liver damage caused by drinking, according to research published in the journal Nutrition Research. Indian researchers tested the effects of oat extract on mice with alcohol-induced liver damage. First, they pretreated mice with phenolic-enriched ethyl acetate fraction of oats at two levels every day for 12 days. Next, they induced liver damage in the same mice with doses of 50 percent ethanol every 12 hours. Their results showed that pretreatment with oat extract at higher dosages decreased the levels of liver injury.

Key Takeaways:

• Oats, which goes by the scientific name Avena sativa, has been found to be effective in preventing alcohol-induced liver damage.
• A mice model was used in understanding the effects of oats on liver damage but it is stated that the real pathways for this is not well understood.
• The research team first gave oats extracts to mice for 12 days then they induced liver damage on them and then they measured the alcohol-induced liver injury.

"Research has found an association between consumption of oats and lower risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and gastrointestinal disorders."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2019-03-13-oat-extract-can-protect-against-alcohol-induced-liver-damage.html

Matcha is a powdered form of green tea derived from the Camelia sinensis plant and prized for its health benefits. Matcha is full of antioxidants and catechism that can help protect the health of your heart and arteries while keeping your cholesterol in check. Several clinical trials in both elderly people and the general population suggest that matcha can improve cognitive functioning. Matcha can also help you to lose weight by accelerating the rate at which your body burns calories.

Key Takeaways:

• Although matcha tea is derived from,the same source as green tea, matcha tea is processed literally into a powder, which is what the name of the tea means.
• Inflammation and oxidative stress, triggered by free radicals in the body, is significantly minimized by matcha tea, because it contains EGCG.
• A 2014 University study used elderly participants to show that three months of regular consumption of matcha tea boosted the elderly participant's brain power.

"Matcha can even support a stable metabolism, keep the mind sharp and lift the mood, and purge toxins from the body."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2019-03-21-drink-matcha-tea-health-boosting-benefits.html

The bone broth diet is something that has become increasingly popular. The diet was developed by Dr. Kellyann Petrucci and was detailed in her diet book on the same subject. The bone broth diet itself is used intermittently with the paleo diet, as an emphasis on consuming whole foods and low amounts of sugar and carbohydrates is necessary for its success. In order to follow the diet a user would consume only the paleo diet for five days and then fast on the other two days of the week.

Key Takeaways:

• The bone broth diet consists of cycling between fasting and eating whole foods paired with bone broth for a period of 21 days.
• Benefits of the bone broth diet include weight loss, healthy skin, improved joint function, and improved gut health.
• The bone broth diet may not be for everyone, so it is recommended to test out the diet in a 7-day period before beginning the diet.

"Proponents of the plan claim that the bone broth diet results in quick weight loss, better skin, improved gut health and decreased inflammation. Let’s take a look at a few of the potential ways that the diet can enhance overall health."

Read more: https://draxe.com/bone-broth-diet-plan-benefits/

Did you know that three out of four doctors claim that they, themselves would not undergo chemotherapy as a form of treatment if they were diagnosed with cancer? It makes you think about what this invasive treatment method really does to the body if physicians will not even take part themselves. Cannabis has the ability to kill cancer cells in many situations, without causing the same weakening of the body that is seen when patients undergo chemotherapy.

Key Takeaways:

• Cannabis kills cancer cells without weakening the body like traditional cancer treatments do.
• Cannabis prevents cell division and can hinder the possibility of metastasis.
• Many studies in Germany have shown that cannabis can boost immunity and fight cancer.

"While doctors like to promote the idea that there are no treatments scientifically proven to work besides the usual surgery/chemotherapy/radiation regimen, the truth is there is a strong body of evidence that many natural, non-invasive treatments are effective in the fight against cancer."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2019-02-28-benefits-of-cannabis-in-cancer-treatment.html

Who doesn't like basking in the rays of sunshine on a nice summer day? Since sunlight has the natural ability to raise serotonin levels, it naturally has the ability to regulate and improve your mood. Not getting enough exposure to sunlight on a regular basis can actually lead to the same harmful side effects that are associated with obesity and smoking. UV exposure is especially important for those who are impacted by seasonal affective disorder (SAD), even if it is received in an artificial setting.

Key Takeaways:

• UVB radiation from sunlight is what causes the human body to synthesize critical vitamin D.
• Vitamin D propels genes in the human body that aid in regulating the immune system and in releasing neurotransmitters in the brain.
• One of the neurotransmitters directly impacted by vitamin D is serotonin, the lack of which is highly implicated in an array of mood disorders.

"A recent study, found that underexposure to sun carried significant risks, similar to smoking, obesity, and being sedentary."

Read more: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/5-reasons-sunshine-totally-good-health-102319967.html

Researchers from around the world will convene in Australia, sharing the newest research on Vitamin C. Controversy precedes the gathering, with opposing claims on vitamin C’s effectiveness in treating cancer. This debate harkens back to research conducted in the 1970’s, but the results of recent trial might sway naysayers; it reported an 80% mortality reduction rate for those suffering from sepsis. Supporters from University of Otago claim that vitamin C’s hype has been largely ignored in the past, but more and more studies garner its support. Opposition from the same school submit the gathering evidence is substantial, but more research must be conducted.

Key Takeaways:

• Vitamin C has potential impact on the treatment of serious illnesses such as cancer.
• Vitamin C research has been conducted to test the effects it has on sepsis.
• Vitamin C used to be considered alternative medicine, but science is changing the way doctors view it.

"Alongside traditional treatments, patients with septic shock are being given intravenous doses of vitamin C, totalling about 7g a day."

Read more: https://www.stuff.co.nz/national/health/110559685/vitamin-c-research-booming-emerging-evidence-promising

The health benefits of spices have long been of interest to scholars. Recently, scientists have discovered that consuming chili has a variety of health benefits, the most important being longevity. In a follow-up of a Chinese study, the University of Vermont discovered that those in their study who ate chili peppers lived longer than those who did not. The researchers attributed these significant results to a compound called capsaicin, which gives the chili pepper its notorious spice. Capsaicin is thought to reduce the risk of heart disease and improve blood flow. While these results are still under investigation, one should still consider adding more spice to their foods to reap their nutritional benefits.

Key Takeaways:

• Peppers and spices are not only for eating, but are key to many traditional medicines.
• Capsaicin, which determines the spiciness of a pepper, reduces cardiovascular disease and kills bad bacteria.
• Antioxidants are a key component of peppers and spices, and play a big role in being helpful to our bodies.

"They made the same discovery as the Chinese research team from five years ago: People who ate chili peppers lived longer lives."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2019-02-05-eating-chili-regularly-may-make-you-live-longer.html

Cannabis sativa, otherwise known as marijuana, has been used as a natural medicine for thousands of years, prior to the development of western civilization. However, with the introduction of synthetic pharmaceutical drugs, governments deemed marijuana as evil and dangerous. By the 1930s, the U.S., England, and Canada all outlawed marijuana. However, over the last twenty years, there has been an overwhelming amount of cannabis research out of Spain, Israel, and Brazil, uncovering the human body’s endocannabinoid system and identifying marijuana as the new powerhouse drug of this century.

Key Takeaways:

• Cannabis sativa, one of the most misunderstood botanicals in modern times, has been used for time immemorial as a natural medicine source.
• Cannabis was being used freely by people, can be obtained at pharmacies and one can grow his own until reefer madness starting manifesting and governments banned it.
• In the war that the pharmaceutical industry has waged against natural medicine, cannabis was the first casualty, so states Dr. Jeffrey Dach on the history of cannabis.

"By making cannabis “illegal,” governments of the West paved the way for Big Pharma to take over and declare its poisons as the only safe and effective medicine out there – “medicine” that, in some cases, was derived and synthesized from the very same cannabis plant that, under Schedule I designation, was deemed to have no legitimate medical use."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2019-01-20-medical-benefits-of-cannabis-suppressed.html

People have trusted apple cider vinegar to help them shed those unwanted pounds for many years now after a fly by night company brought claims of its benefit to lose weight. But, have we all been duped or can apple cider vinegar really help those pounds come off? In a test conducted using mice and rats, weight loss did occur when given apple cider vinegar. Scientist say that it is true and yu can lose weight when using this product!

Key Takeaways:

• The mice in the study were fed with high fat foods so that obesity could be induced in them and then they were given water or acetic acid.
• It was discovered that despite having the same meal as water taking mice, mice taking acetic acid did not grow any additional body fat or become obese.
• The conclusion of the study was that taking acetic acid regularly could help prevent the onset of obesity, and also reduce body fat levels and lipids.

"They reported that acetic acid could prevent the build-up of body fat and lipids in the animals."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2018-12-20-can-acv-really-help-you-lose-weight.html

Superfoods that are rich in antioxidants such as cacao and maca can allow you to enjoy the experience of eating delicious foods while acquiring several health advantages. The bioactive compounds located in cacao help it promote mental stability and improved mood. It also has sulfur in it that promotes beautiful skin and hair. Maca is known for its inherent ability to increase a person's energy, allowing them to feel more alert throughout the day, as well as extending their stamina for physical activity.

Key Takeaways:

• Cacao and Maca are two great examples of so-called “superfoods” rich in nutrients and antioxidants.
• An Australian-Chinese research study recently published in Pharmocognosy Communications found that cacao and maca help protect against bacteria strains that can cause autoimmune inflammatory disease.
• The same researchers found that cacao and maca can help inhibit proliferation of some cervical and colorectal cancers.

"Eating doesn’t just make people happy, it can also improve a person’s health when the right foods are consumed."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2019-01-14-eat-your-way-to-better-health-with-cacao-and-maca.html

There are so many people out there that are suffering from mental disorders. There have always been these types of people and the treatment for them has remained largely the same. They go and they talk to people who try to help them deal with their inner demons. However, it is really tough. Now, there are studies that are showing that curcumin and turmeric can actually help treat these individuals who have these disorders. This would be massive for them.

Key Takeaways:

• Plenty of people around the world are suffering from major mental health issues.
• The amount of individuals out there that do not realize the good effects that something like curcumin can have is incredible.
• The more research that scientists do indicate that these natural compounds actually have massive use cases.

"Thankfully, researchers have discovered that a compound in the popular Indian spice turmeric has the potential to effectively treat psychiatric disorders like bipolar disorder and depression."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2018-12-06-accumulating-evidence-curcumin-turmeric-treat-psychiatric-disorders.html

Terpenes is a compound found in citrus fruits, rosemary, frankincense, and cannabis. Because it includes many compounds including THC, ketones, esters, lactones, and THC not found together in the same rate in other plants, it is a better health treatment than anything created by the pharmacy companies. Terpenes also has limonene and pinene, which help with anti-inflammation in healing cancers, and reducing stress. Joy Smith shares a story of having cancer, trying chemotherapy and being given just weeks to live, but attributes cannabis oil to saving her.

Key Takeaways:

• Many people feel as if there is a stigma that comes with cannabis and it is not a good one.
• Any type of compound that can help cure cancer is something that is really valuable for the masses.
• Natural remedies are becoming more and more prevalent in the medicinal world as doctors realize some are useful.

"Medical marijuana is a booming industry, and the use value of cannabis just continues to expand as we learn more about this heavily prohibited, but clearly medicinal, plant."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2018-11-23-organic-compounds-in-medical-cannabis-slash-some-cancers.html

The CBD market is booming after the recent legalization of marijuana in many states. CBD is short for cannabidiol which is a compound found in cannabis and hemp plants. It is not a psychoactive- you do not get high from ingestion. It is commonly used to treat anxiety and insomnia. Further studies are being conducted to research its efficiency against arthritis and epilepsy. CBD is normally extracted into an oil or cream, but can be sold in a variety of products.

Key Takeaways:

• There are plenty of states now that are making the smoking of weed completely legal.
• Many old school individuals still feel that anything related to cannabis should not be legalized.
• People really do like CBD because it has the same effects as weed without getting you truly high.

"So, what exactly is CBD — and why are you able to get your hands on it even if you don't live in a state where cannabis is legal?"

Read more: https://www.cnbc.com/2018/11/09/what-is-cbd-these-popular-cannabis-products-wont-get-you-high.html

Pyrroloquinoline quinone (PPQ) is a microbe that is derived from plants, and it is showing to have neurological benefits that are associated with the prevention of Alzheimer's progression. This particular microbe is able to reduce inflammation in the brain, which can lead to several neurological conditions. It also helps patients in post-stroke recovery because it is able to reduce the area of the brain that is impacted by stroke activity. Most importantly, it helps in the prevention of Alzheimer's due to how it can neutralize levels of oxidative stress.

Key Takeaways:

• In the elderly, Alzheimer’s symptoms are gradual loss of memory while at the same time the body is getting weak.
• The definitive cause behind Alzheimer’s disease that was discovered at the turn of the 20th century is still unknown.
• One of the most reliable ways of delaying Alzheimer’s disease is by eating foods that are rich in antioxidants.

"Glutamate is an important chemical in the brain, but too much of it results in excitotoxicity, a risk factor in both stroke and neurodegenerative disease. PQQ protects the brain from overstimulation by glutamate and the resulting death of brain cells."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2018-12-15-ppq-can-prevent-alzheimers.html

Scientists recently conducted a study that showed their male mice who had low levels of cysteine dioxygenase were also facing signs of low fertility rates. Cysteine dioxygenase is commonly known as CDO, and some refer to it in the medical field as tourine. Due to the high levels of tourine showing to increase fertility levels in male mice and vice versa, researchers are now presuming that the same may be true for human males facing the same issues.

Key Takeaways:

• Taurine which is often biosynthesized by the male reproductive system is often found in the heart, blood, retina, and platelets.
• Male rats were involved in the study. These rats were given water with taurine, and then alanine, a taurine transport inhibitor.
• Cysteine deoxygenase (CDO) is a protein that produces taurine. Male rats with abundant amounts of this protein were reproductively healthy while low amounts made them infertile.

"The study suggested that a deficiency in taurine, a vital amino acid which is found abundantly in the male reproductive system, can deform sperm and may lead to male infertility."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2018-12-21-male-infertility-could-be-caused-by-a-taurine-deficiency.html

We are always told about how important probiotics are for our gastrointestinal health, but what about prebiotics? Prebiotics are shown to improve digestion because they can naturally restore the presence of probiotics that fight off any harmful bacteria. Harmful gut bacteria can lead to issues such as bloating, gas, and acid reflux. It can also lead to issues such as brain fog and having poor levels of vitamins in your system that lead to related deficiencies.

Key Takeaways:

• People often mistake probiotics and prebiotics to be the same thing, but even though they are closely related, they are also very different from each other.
• By eating prebiotic foods, probiotic populations can be restored, and as a result, the different symptoms of these health problems like gas and bloating are alleviated.
• Probiotics are crucial to maintaining overall health since nearly 70 percent of the immune system is found in the gut.

"People also have to complement their diet with foods containing the lesser known prebiotics for probiotics to work their magic."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2018-12-14-why-prebiotics-are-absolutely-essential-to-gut-health.html

Geranium is most often used as an essential oil, and researchers are finding that it has properties that can fight depression in struggling patients. They had a group of Swiss albino mice that they tested by giving geranium to them routinely through the study. The geranium was able to help produce serotonin, which is one of the leading ways that antidepressants work in aiding in the relief of depressive symptoms. The phytochemicals are what are responsible for this phenomena.

Key Takeaways:

• Mental illness is perceived as something of a stigma by a lot of people, and it is a source of considerable economic burden for many countries today.
• The cost of treating mental patients is very high. Safe, and effective remedies that at the same time reduce cost and the burden on patients is being sought.
• The current drugs for treating anxiety and depression disorders aren’t just costly, they also have side effects like elevated blood pressure, weight gain, constipation, and diarrhea.

"The National Alliance on Mental Illness estimates that nearly 20 percent of the U.S. adult population is diagnosed with major depressive disorder or anxiety."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2018-12-22-geranium-has-antidepressant-and-anxiolytic-properties.html

Your body is something that you must do everything in your power to take care of. People should think that your body is like a car and in that car, you want to put the best gas in it so that it runs smoothly. A body is the same idea. Antioxidants are things that protect the body from disease. These things should be fostered and maintained to a high level. Glutathione could be the body's most important antioxidant.

Key Takeaways:

• Glutathione, which is a combination of three important amino acids, is a critical antioxidant which assists with DNA repair.
• Glutathione has the ability to switch the metabolism of our bodies, so that they produce muscle instead of fat.
• Poor diet, pollution, medication and aging can all contribute to a significant lowering of the body's levels of glutathione.

"Unfortunately, many of us have very low levels of glutathione – and our bodies are suffering as a result."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2018-11-21-glutathione-is-the-bodys-most-important-antioxidant.html

For people that suffer from psychosis, a study has show that a single dose of cannabis extract could help alleviate abnormalities in the brain. CBD is a non-psychoactive compound found in marijuana and according to a study published in the Jama Psychiatry, it has been successful in helping individuals. Sixteen participants received a single dose of CBD, the following seventeen received a placebo. MRI results shows that the brain activity in the three areas where psychosis is found, were reduced greatly with the CBD extract.

Key Takeaways:

• There are so many people out there that are suffering from mental health issues.
• Again, cannabis is being mentioned as a great alternative for doctors to use for people who suffer from psychosis.
• Not everyone will react to cannabis in the same manner but it is worth the try.

"These results provide first evidence on how cannabidiol can directly influence the brain to reduce psychotic symptoms."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2018-11-26-cannabis-extract-brain-abnormalities-psychosis.html

Anxiety is a very prevalent condition, both in the U.S. and worldwide. In fact the National Institutes of Health concur that as much as 33% of the world's population has suffered, or well suffer from some type of anxiety. Besides mentally specific symptoms, such as worry, fretting, inability to focus, nervousness and fearfulness, the condition can create physical symptoms as well, such as clenching, sweating, dizziness, accelerated breathing, pulse and raised blood pressure. At it's worst, anxiety can induce a full-blown panic attack, depersonalization and even a certainty that one is dying. Obviously anxiety is a potentially critical condition, with the ability to disrupt life, even in small ways. As it worsens, anxiety can make it difficult to impossible for sufferers to work or socialize effectively. Though triggers vary, most people are visited by anxiety due to one of three big concerns, namely fears that center around finances, safety, or health. One poll conducted by the American Psychiatric Association concluded that keeping the family safe and bill-paying were huge anxiety triggers that resonated with more than 60% of respondents. The positive news is that many people can experience mitigation, if not complete surcease of these symptoms by using cannabis, which is expected to keep growing as an industry. THC which is the psychoactive component in cannabis, that which makes it illegal if it gets past .3%, is minimal to almost nil in hemp, which is related to, but not the same as marijuana. The THC amount will vary in cannabis products. There is hemp oil, hemp seed oil and CBD oil, which is made from the entire plant, flowers and all, so it may have a bit more THC. Oil products can be taken topically, or sublingually, even smoked. By acting on receptors in the central nervous symptom, the constituents of the oil act to mitigate the symptoms of anxiety. Even beyond pain relief these products have been shown to have efficacy for symptoms of epilepsy, pain and impaired cognition.

Key Takeaways:

• The National Institute of Health estimates as much as a third of the world suffers from anxiety.
• Anxiety has the ability to disrupt life, even making it impossible for people to function at work, home or in social capacities.
• Although anxiety takes many forms, the big three trigger issues for most people revolve around, health, finances and safety.

"The good news is, there are ways to cope, even ways to alleviate anxiety and its symptoms using natural and drug-free solutions."

Read more: https://www.thealternativedaily.com/cannabis-remedy-solution-people-suffering-with-anxiety/

There are a lot of myths out there that are associated with the preventing of cancer. People who have come out and stated that they have the cure are immediately shot back down to Earth when their findings reveal almost nothing. However, doctors think that cranberries are actually important when it comes to preventing cancer. They have used them on many different subjects and the results are good. Not only do they help in preventing cancer, they help combating other chronic disease also.

Key Takeaways:

• Since blueberries and cranberries come from the same family of plants they have many of the same health-promoting attributes.
• Both fruits are full of antioxidants and flavonoids that are highly useful for neutralizing free radicals.
• Cranberries have ursolic acid, which is anti-inflammatory and purported anti-tumor ability, besides being an antimicrobial agent.

"These not only support your immune system and cellular health, but they also help your body flush bacteria like E. coli from your urinary tract, which is why cranberry is often recommended for those prone to urinary tract infections."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2018-11-15-cranberries-prevent-cancer-and-many-other-chronic-diseases.html

Garlic is one of those things that has many different use cases. Garlic is very unique and people like it when they are eating certain foods. However, it is now being perceived as a great medicine for people. Conventional drugs are something that do not work to the same level as they used to. There are plenty of people who know that these drugs require a belief in the idea that they do work. Garlic is similar but some people simply like more natural remedies.

Key Takeaways:

• It is becoming more apparent that garlic has much more uses than initially believed by people.
• Conventional drugs are useful but there are more natural remedies that are coming into medicine.
• Understanding how to use things like garlic for heath purposes can be so useful for you in life!

"People have used garlic for thousands of years, whether it’s to add spice to a dish or treat various diseases. If a study in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine is to be believed, the well-known herb can also treat a parasitic infection called schistosomiasis."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2018-11-06-garlic-is-better-at-removing-parasites-than-conventional-drugs.html

Pain is of course a fact of life, as is the reasonable pursuit to end, or at least mitigate it. But, it's that ending of pain that can prove problematic. Last year Consumer Reports revealed that as many as 4 million plus U.S. citizens bought pharmaceutical interventions of some type in an attempt to deal with a pain. Unfortunately, most pharmaceutical interventions are not without side effects, some of them very serious. Moreover, although these types of interventions can help sufferers cope with symptoms, they can also mask other important symptoms. In general, pharmaceutical pain relievers block receptors that would allow the brain to acknowledge pain. They can also cause a mild euphoria. The most potent type of pharmaceutical pain killers, opioids are also highly addictive. Millions of people abuse prescription drugs and hundreds of thousands die due to overdose every year. There are other options. Alternative forms of holistic treatment have been around for thousands of years, long before many of today's modern interventions. Today, science is discovering that many of them have a right to be considered potent medicine in their own right. Two holistic alternatives to pharmaceutical pain relievers are turmeric and cayenne. Curmerin, the inflammation-fighting component of turmeric, has been proven to fight inflammation-caused pain as well as Ibuprofen. In the same way, the capsaicinoids, which are inherent in cayenne, also work to alleviate inflammation, thereby alleviating pain. Another holistic remedy, Epsom salts, also alleviates pain when users soak in it.

Key Takeaways:

• Although drugs can alleviate symptoms, they also have a tendency to mask other vital symptoms.
• During 2017, it's estimated by Consumer Reports that drug-seeking U.S. citizens filled a whopping 4.5 million prescriptions.
• Curcumin, a component of the spice turmeric, inhibits pain due to inflammation in a way that makes it on par with the relief users would normally gain from Ibuprofen.

"Big Pharma seems to be working very hard at creating customers, rather than cures. When you take a drug, it often leads to more problems, and ultimately, more drugs."

Read more: https://www.thealternativedaily.com/powerful-type-salt-ancient-spice-end-chronic-pain/

Carrier oils make it easier and safer to apply essential oils for therapeutic purposes, and some have their own beneficial qualities. For example, apricot kernel, borage seed, coconut, flaxseed and avocado oil all have anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce pain and improve joint and skin health. Others are full of vitamins and nutrients that benefit your skin, including argan, jojoba, and sesame oil. Yet others can be beneficial to your hair’s health and appearance, including castor and coconut oils.

Key Takeaways:

• There are many oils that are now considered healthy to be applied to one's self.
• Of course, many are skeptical over what kind of benefit oils can have for one person.
• Different people have different needs and their bodies react to different things at times.

"Essential oils have powerful effects on our bodies, but you need to use a carrier oil to ensure safe topical application."

Read more: https://acedmagazine.com/essential-oils-how-to-choose-the-right-carrier-oils-for-them/

When someone is suffering from liver disease or other ailments such as diabetes, they are often prescribed diuertics in order to help the flow of liquids throughout their system. Unfortunately, these pharaceutical interventions can often come with a plethora of unwanted side effects such as dizziness and headaches. There is, however, a much less invasive solution. Many foods and herbs act as natural diuretics such as juniper berries and dandelion. Their consumption ends up leading to much less unwanted side effects while delivering the same potent results.

Key Takeaways:

• Diuretics are often used by patients who are facing liver disease, or for those suffering from diabetic symptoms.
• Although diuretics are quite successful in the benefits that they promote, they also can come with unwanted side effects such as dizziness.
• Natural diuretics such as juniper berry and hibiscus can give you the same flushing benefits without the adverse side effects.

"Whether you’re looking to flush out water weight or keep kidney stones at bay, including a few servings of natural diuretics in your diet may be just what you need."

Read more: https://draxe.com/natural-diuretics/

Many find it harder to drop the extra pounds later in life, and science is now backing up this theory with medical evidence that point to it being true. Each year that we grow older, our metabolism drops by approximately 1%. This means that the amount of calories we burn drops by this same amount. We also tend to store more white fat as opposed to brown fat. White fat is known to store more fat cells, while brown fat helps promote an increase in heart rate and other beneficial functions.

Key Takeaways:

• People often find that they gain weight as they age even if they are eating and exercising the same amount as before.
• For starters, a person's metabolic rate drops as their years advance over time.
• In addition, people's bodies are able to store more white fat for additional calories.

"Well, there are a couple things working against you. One, you’re most likely not burning as many calories as you did when you were in your 20s."

Read more: https://www.wahpetondailynews.com/health/why-does-losing-weight-get-harder-with-age/article_cc0254cc-a16b-11e8-8cf4-7710ae4a480b.html

Pterostillbene is an antioxidant compound found in blueberries, grapes and cranberries which shows a wide variety of potential benefits for cardiopulmonary and neurological health due to its potency as an antioxidant. It is closely related to resverstrol, but may be easier for your body to process and use. Pterostilbene can help fight against oxidative stress from free radicals, control inflammation, and even inhibit the growth of tumors! Pterostilbene is especially good at protecting the Brian and nervous system from damage.

Key Takeaways:

• Pterostilbene is a compound related to resberstrol which is found in blueberries, grapes and cranberries.
• Pterostilbenes can help to protect your body from the oxidative stress caused by free radicals and is especially effective at protecting the nervous system.
• Pterostilbene have a wide array of other benefits, including a role n preventing diabetes and warding of infections..

"Pterostilbene and resveratrol share many of the same benefits, including fighting oxidative stress, but pterostilbene has been shown to have superior bioavailability."

Read more: https://draxe.com/pterostilbene/

Fo-ti is an herb widely used in traditional Chinese medicine as an invigorating, liver- and kidney-boosting tonic. It is also used as a remedy for hair loss and grey hair, a range of skin conditions like eczema, high cholesterol and other conditions. Primarily found in China, Japan, Tibet and Taiwan, fo-ti may have anti-inflammatory properties and be useful as sleep aid, treatment for hair loss or even a laxative. Fo-ti contains a mix of compounds that inhibit pro-inflammatory hormones in the body.

Key Takeaways:

• Ti root has been long used to support kidney and liver health for traditional chinese medicine
• treats numerous health conditions like tuberculosis, cancer, skin ailments joint pains soreness
• fo ti root also helps hair loss, hair greying and skin ailments

"The same review also point out that, “Laboratory studies and clinical practice have demonstrated that PM possesses various biological and therapeutic actions, including anti-tumor, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, anti-HIV, liver protection, nephroprotection, anti-diabetic, anti-alopecia, and anti-atherosclerotic activities.”"

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Anandamide is a natural endocannabinoid produced in your body and found in certain foods that stimulates the same pleasure receptors as psychoactive THC. Anandamide and other endocannabinoids can help protect the brain from stress and damage, and encourage balanced moods and better consolidation of memories. The only two foods with large amounts of anandamide are (famously expensive) black truffles and chocolate, especially cacao powder and nibs, which are less processed. Several other foods, including black pepper, olive oil, grapes, broccoli, spinach and others can also raise your anandamide levels.

Key Takeaways:

• Anandamide stimulates the same pleasure receptors that the main cannabinoid in marijuana does.
• Endocannabinoids can shield the mind against major depression and PTSD.
• A lack of sufficient endocannabinoids may play a significant role in diseases like Parkinson's and multiple sclerosis.

"The “bliss molecule” is a natural neurotransmitter and endocannabinoid that creates a sense of happiness, an article on Be Brain Fit stated."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2018-08-08-anandamide-is-a-natural-way-to-stimulate-a-sense-of-happiness.html

Animal tissue trials suggest that humans can convert Omega 3 Fatty Acids into endocannabinoid compounds that fight inflammation without causing a high. These chemicals are distant relatives of the euphoria-inducing THC in marijuana. Enzymes in your body can process omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids into compounds that bind to the cannabinoid system to boost immunity and fight inflammation. This results in the same medical effects as marijuana without the high. More research is needed, as the cannabinoid system may end up being one of the major endocrine systems in the body.

Key Takeaways:

• Foods such as eggs, meat, nuts, and fish contain omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids that the body can convert into endocannabinoids.
• The body has two cannabinoid receptors, one in the nervous system and another in the immune system.
• In 1992, scientists discovered that the body naturally produces endocannabinoids and other endocannabinoids have been identified since that time.

"Cascading chemical reactions were revealed in animals tissues studies that convert omega-3 fatty acids into cannabinoids with anti-inflammatory benefits and lacking in psychotropic highs, as published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences."

Read more: https://www.worldhealth.net/news/omega-3-fatty-acids-fighting-inflammation-cannabinoids/

A recent British Journal of Medicine article by a group of Iranian researchers examined a vast swathe of research to see whether Vitamin C consumption helps prevent osteoporosis by increasing bone density. Although the design of the research was only adequate to prove correlation and not causation, the evidence did indicate that higher Vitamin C intake does tend to be associated with healthier and denser bones. As Vitamin C tends to be found in nutrient-rich produce, more research would be needed to see if this is due to Vitamin an soecifixally or to other nutrients commonly found in the same foods.

Key Takeaways:

• A recent study sought to determine if adults who consumed more vitamin C had stronger bones and a reduced risk of osteoporosis.
• Vitamin C: an important nutrient for bone proteins and bone growth
• More vitamin C is associated with less risk of hip fracture in men and older adults

"Vitamin C is an essential nutrient that is needed by many of our bodily systems."

Read more: https://www.medicalnewsbulletin.com/can-vitamin-c-reduce-your-risk-osteoporosis/

The kumquat may be tiny but it is full of many important nutrients. By eating it, you can inject your body with a terrific source of fiber and vitamin C. From the orange family, kumquats offer a slightly sweet but sour flavor. It is packed with many beneficial ingredients like antioxidants, fiber, minerals and vitamins. In addition, the fruit can help a person with the shedding of weight and better digestive health and immunity. It can also lower your risk of getting cancer.

Key Takeaways:

• The kumquat is from the same plant family as the orange. Hence, it is very rich in Vitamin C and fiber.
• This fruit requires no effort at all. You only need to rinse it and start eating immediately without any needed peeling.
• The kumquat has a very sour taste because it is eaten with the skin. On the other hand, it is also slightly sweet.

"Rich in fiber, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals, the kumquat may help increase weight loss, enhance immunity and promote digestive health."

Read more: https://draxe.com/kumquat/

A new study has discovered that men that incorporate nuts into their diet can boost their male fertility. The study, which followed nearly 120 young men, found that those in the study group that regularly ate nuts that included walnuts, almonds, and hazelnuts experienced enhanced mobility and vitality as well as higher sperm counts. At the same time, the nut consumers were found to have lower levels of sperm DNA fragmentation, which can lead to infertility. More studies will be needed to make a solid connection between nuts and male fertility.

Key Takeaways:

• Infertility is often due to sperm DNA fragmentation which is shown to be significantly helped by the consumption of nuts.
• During this particular study, the participants consisted of 119 healthy men who followed a generally Americanized diet.
• Human nutrition specialist Dr. Albert Salas-Huetos is who conducted this study regarding nuts and their association to fertility levels.

"The study participants who consistently consumed nuts showed notable improvements in the vitality, mobility, morphology, and the number of their sperm – factors that are all associated with male fertility."

Read more: https://www.earth.com/news/nuts-improve-male-fertility/

A recent Kristina University study suggests that fermented turmeric may help protect brain cells from being degraded by inflammation and oxidative stress. The same researchers found that fermented turmeric may also help protect against the impact of the amnesiac compound scopolamine. Researchers subjected scopolamine-treated mice to mazes and inflicted oxidative stress on rat brain cells to test whether fermented turmeric offered any protection. Preliminary results suggest that fermented turmeric could have value as an alternative or complementary treatment for neurodegenerative diseases symptoms.

Key Takeaways:

• Recent research has shown that fermented turmeric may be beneficial to the brain.
• Fermented turmeric has displayed properties that aid with memory conditions like Alzheimer's.
• Turmeric may also protect cells more generally from inflammation and other stress.

"It could serve as an alternative or complementary therapy for age-induced neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s disease."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2018-07-02-scientists-study-neuroprotective-effects-of-fermented-curcuma-longa-turmeric.html

Cannabis oil, despite having proven medicinal properties, is currently illegal in many parts of the world, because it also has high levels of an intoxicating substance. The same cannot be said for cannabidiol oil, which unlike cannabis, which comes from the marijuana plant, is a derived from hemp.

Cannabidiol oil, or CBD oil, affects neural receptors in a positive way, boosting brain chemicals, like serotonin, but without psychoactive elements. This makes the oil a boon for those suffering from various forms of anxiety, as well as PTSD and panic attacks. CBD oil is anti-inflammatory and it promotes REM sleep, which makes it invaluable for joint-pain relief and insomnia.

CBD oil is generally sold as both a capsule and an oil-specific product. It's recommended that users start with small doses, building up slowly. 6.4 mgs 3x a day is a good amount to enhance overall health. However, to address specific concerns, up to three times that amount many be needed. Again, one should only take such a high dose after taking the time to build up to it in increments.

Key Takeaways:

• Cannabidiol (CBD) oil is one one of hottest remedies right now for a wide variety of issues.
• Unlike marijuana, CBD oil does not come with mind-altering side effects,
• Although some users experience dry mouth, decreased blood pressure, and sleepiness, such reactions are rare.

"Cannabidiol (CBD) oil (derived from the stems and leaves of hemp plants) is currently flying off shelves at the moment due to its wide range of purported health benefits that include better sleep and the relief of joint pain, stress and anxiety."

Read more: https://www.getthegloss.com/news/cbd-oil-its-health-benefits-explained

Cannabis, which is a marijuana-based compound, has pronounced medicinal affects, despite also have a psychotropic effect. Cannabidiol, which is hemp-based, has many of the same medicinal affects, without the intoxicant. However, cannabis is still valued by many, who consider it to be of greater benefit than its near-neighbor, cannabidiol, in some areas.

Many parts of the world are reviewing their strictures currently allied against the legal use of cannabis. In the UK there is now debate as to whether it may indeed be time to look at legalizing the compound for medicinal purposes. However, Britain's governing bodies have said that should this happen it is not to be understood that legalization of marijuana for the purposes of recreation will follow. Uruguay was the first country to make the growing, marketing, supplying and use of marijuana completely legal. Canada is slated to become country number two.

Key Takeaways:

• 2013 was a landmark year for cannabis-users and for the African country of Uruguay.
• In that year, Uruguay became the first nation to make the growing, marketing, supplying and use of marijuana legal.
• In the wake of a national furor over a young boy with epilepsy having his cannabis oil confiscated, UK officials are considering the legalization of cannabis for medicinal purposes.

"In Canada, the nation's politicians are working on legislation that would protect young people while allowing adults to use the drug recreationally."

Read more: https://news.sky.com/story/where-in-the-world-is-cannabis-legal-11409787

Hemp is a nonpsychoactive but extremely useful variant of the same plant, Cannabis Sativa, that produces marijuana. It is a highly versatile plant that produces extremely durable, tough fiber that can be used to make textiles or ropes, as well as nutritious seeds rich in protein and other nutrients that may be one of the world’s most nutritious foods. It also contains compound called CBD whose diverse array of medical applications are just starting to be explored and understood.

Key Takeaways:

• One of the main industries in which hemp is used is in the food and textile industries.
• Minerals such as cannabidiol found in hemp are often used in various nutritional supplements.
• Hendrix Hemp is a popular hemp company that is a licensed hemp producer and and cultivator.

"From June 4-10, grassroots organizers, farmers, producers, and hemp advocates are working together to educate consumers, industry associations, and government bodies about the benefits of hemp and the current regulatory landscape for industrial hemp in the U.S."

Read more: http://www.nutritionaloutlook.com/herbs-botanicals/5-things-you-didnt-know-about-hemp-plant

CBD can improve overall health and wellness, reduce inflammation, fight anxiety!

In Uganda they primarily eat a plant-based diet. By adhering to this diet, it took 26 years before experts could find a case of a patient with coronary heart disease. Many researchers say that this is due to their diet containing so much fiber. However, it is important to note that fiber cannot come from extracts and supplements and provide us with the same beneficial results. In order to get the full impact, it needs to come from your diet.

Key Takeaways:

• Cardiovascular disease was so rare in East Africa that long-time practicing physicians went 25 years without treating a person with heart disease.
• After 26 years one case of heart disease emerged, a judge, who had adapted western eating style.
• The Africans were experiencing long lives and good survival rates because a number one killer was almost entirely absent

"Heart patients who increase their intake of fiber after their first heart attack reduce their risk of a second and live longer than those who don’t."

Read more: https://www.healthnutnews.com/were-we-wrong-about-fiber/

Marijuana is historically known for its mind-altering impact on those who consume it, but this is primarily due to the THC that is present within the strand at use. CBD is a component that is also in all marijuana strands, but it does not promote the same psychological effects that THC does. CBD oil can be extracted out on its own so that patients can consume it for medical benefits without any concern for psychological symptoms. CBD has shown to be especially effective in treating inflammatory diseases, as well as anxiety symptoms.

Key Takeaways:

• Since CBD does not have THC in it, it does not promote the same psychoactive effects as typical marijuana does.
• You can use CBD oil by taking it by a dropper, or by taking it as a capsule form for easier consumption.
• The studies were performed on animals and were very short-lived, so there still needs to be more research studies surrounding anxiety and CBD use.

"By one estimate, the CBD industry has doubled in size over the last two years, and is now worth $200 million. But with this popularity the hype may have gotten ahead of the science."

Read more: http://news.wfsu.org/post/anxiety-relief-without-high-new-studies-cbd-cannabis-extract

The movement to legalize marijuana has been making significant progression in it’s path to success lately, but scientists are now finding that cannabis unfortunately has the same impact on the blood vessels as smoking cigarettes. Experts at the University of California in San Francisco found that when you take in marijuana, your blood vessels become impaired up to 50%, which is quite an alarming amount to say the least. The experiment was initially performed on lab rats in order to get accurate figures.

Key Takeaways:

• University of California researchers suggest that hemp users would be well advised to use a liquid form and avoid smoking the substance.
• Rats exposed to cigarette and marijuana second-hand smoke experienced a fifty percent impairment of their blood vessels.
• The impairment to the rodent's blood vessels persisted for at least an hour and a half after the initial incident.

"According to a new study, marijuana smoke causes the same straining effect on blood vessels that smoke from cigarettes does."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2018-04-22-smoking-marijuana-same-weakening-effect-on-blood-vessels-as-cigarettes.html

While the hibiscus is known as a very ornamental bloom, gracing many gardens, it has an economic role to play as well, serving as a product of high significance in both the food and cosmetic industries. This dual nature of the plant arises from the fact that the hibiscus is both highly nutritious and also the source of a safe coloring agent that can be used even in foods.

The periodical, 'Food Science and Human WellnessWellness', explored the viability of hibiscus-generated food coloring for cupcakes and found the resulting product to be both cost-effective and 'clean, ' with the added benefit of adding necessary flavonoids into the human diet. These anthocyanins, aside from the nourishment they provide, appear to be linked with the easing of numerous health complaints, including, hypertension, inflammatory conditions, coughing and excess weight.

Key Takeaways:

• The Helwan University of Egypt recently funded a research study to evaluate the hibiscus calyces extract and it's perceived, biochemical and sensory effect on the properties of functional cupcakes.
• Studies have affirmed that drinkers of Hibiscus tea had decreased blood pressure after a consistent month long use of the tea.
• Because it has both anti-inflammatory and antibacterial capabikities, hibiscus is an ingredient promoted for the ammelioration of cough and cold symptoms.

"Extracts from hibiscus calyces could be used as a natural food coloring, which can provide health benefits at the same time, according to a study published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2018-03-26-hibiscus-extracts-can-be-used-to-provide-natural-food-coloring-with-health-benefits.html

Several retail venues were recently closed for selling confections with an ingredient found in hemp. While hemp and marijuana both come from the cannabis plant, they are not the same. The hemp ingredient found in the confectionary product is not from an intoxicant plant, as it's lookalike, plant relative, marijuana, is known to be. Not is it illegal to sell, or buy items made with hemp in Tennessee. Some of the plant's ingredients are even getting a name as pain assuagers and sleep aids. Nonetheless, the plant's are similar loooking, easy to confuse, and still the source of legal snafus.

Key Takeaways:

• 23 establishments in a Tennnessee county were closed when venues were found to be selling confections that had hemp as an ingredient.
• Hemp is a different part of the cannabis plant than its lookalike relation, the intoxicant marijuana.
• Expert on CBD oil, Elliott Altman, was called upon to testify and explain the difference between hemp and marijuana to the presiding judge.

"Questions surrounding the closure of multiple Rutherford County businesses have continued; so NewsChannel 5 found out what is legal and illegal about CBD oil in Tennessee."

Read more: https://www.newschannel5.com/news/whats-legal-and-whats-not-when-it-comes-to-cbd-oil-in-tennessee

The use of CBD oil as a supplement for humans has been growing in past years, as researchers discover new and promising benefits and regulatory restrictions are incrementally relaxed. But, did you know that this substance can have significant benefits for your dogs as well? Particularly, the use of CBD oil in dogs can help to improve cardiovascular health, as well as joint mobility. And, there are specific formulations which are aimed directly for use at our canine friends.

Key Takeaways:

• Dogs have similar receptors for endocannabinoids like we do and can receive the same markers
• CBD interacts similarly and doesn't have the psychoactive properties that can overwhelm a dog
• The vet wing of the AMA has not officially said it is approved for dis 2 but studies are promising

"your canine family member can likely benefit from daily CBD oil supplements in much the same way you do."

Read more: https://www.medicalmarijuanainc.com/cbd-oil-benefits-dogs/