Thyme Oil Beats Ibuprofen for Menses Pain
NSAIDs like ibuprofen and others relieve pain by inhibiting COX-2. Now we find Thyme oil not only inhibits COX-2, but beats out ibuprofen in relieving painful menstruation.
Latest Research from Heal Naturally
Hawaii Legislature Approves North Shore Oahu Conservation Plan
On May 1, 2014, the Hawaiʻi State Legislature passed a bill that authorized the State to invest $40 million to support the perpetual conservation of 665 acres of coastal lands on the North Shore of Oʻahu from Kawela Bay to Kahuku Point.
Why Adult Daytime Naps Increase Risk of Death
A new study has found naps increase the risk of early death. Why? Here is the real reason daytime napping increases the risk of dying.
Licorice Root Fights MERS and SARS Infections
Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS) fatalities are higher and researchers are scrambling for antiviral treatments. Meanwhile, research proves licorice is an effective antiviral against SARS, a similar coronavirus.
Food Allergy ELISA IgG Tests Fall Short for Diagnosis
Today many health professionals are utilizing IgG testing in order to diagnose food intolerances and sensitivities. But does IgG testing work? A large study proves otherwise.
Can Organic Farming Prevent TR4 Banana Disease?
Bananas now face world-wide devastation from the TR4 fungus Fusarium oxysporum. Can organic cultivation practices provide the solution before its too late?
Herbs and Nutrients to Boost Sperm Counts and Motility
While sperm counts appear to be dropping, there are several natural strategies that science has shown may significantly increase fertility in men. Here is the latest accumulation of research on nature’s ability to boost fertility.
Algal DHA Helps Baby Brains and Respiratory Conditions
Research finds algal DHA supplementation during pregnancy significantly reduces the child’s risk of respiratory conditions such as asthma, allergies and COPD.
Qi Deficiency Proven Out by Science
Biochemical confirmation for Qi deficiency – and proof of the existence of Traditional Chinese Medicine’s Qi – has been uncovered in a study of heart disease patients.
Reishi and Cordyceps Boost Testosterone and Athletic Performance
Medicinal mushrooms Reishi and Cordyceps have been found to heighten athletic performance and decrease recovery times among competitive cyclists because they boost testosterone. Who needs doping?
Aged Garlic and Other Natural Strategies Reduce Hypertension
Research confirms that aged garlic reduces blood pressure. We can now add garlic to a list of several other natural strategies proven to reduce hypertension.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Beats Drugs for Autism
Research finds that cognitive behavioral therapy beats conventional drug treatment for autism in children, including anti-anxiety and anti-depression drugs.
Married People Have Healthier Hearts than Single People
A large U.S. study finds that married people have less cardiovascular disease than do single people, including widowed and divorced people.
Research: Allergies Increase Risk of Certain Cancers
Several large studies over the past year have indicated that hay fever increases the risk of certain cancers and reduces the risk of other cancers.
