The Right Amount of Plant Extract Boosts Duck Health
Researchers tested a natural plant compound called tannic acid in duck feed to see if it could improve growth and health. They found that small to medium …
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A Natural Plant Compound Helps Fish Fight Gut Inflammation
Researchers studied how a natural substance called fucosterol, found in seaweed, might help fish recover from intestinal infections. They fed 540 young fish …
Read MorePlant Extract May Help Fight Obesity by Changing Gut Bacteria
Researchers studied a natural plant extract called Bletilla striata polysaccharide (BSP) to see if it could help reduce obesity in mice. They found that BSP …
Read MoreCan Spirulina Protect Your Heart from Junk Food?
Researchers tested whether spirulina, a type of blue-green algae, could protect rat hearts from damage caused by eating a cafeteria-style diet (lots of …
Read MoreGreen Algae Supplement May Help Pet Fish Grow Bigger and Healthier
Researchers tested whether adding a type of green algae called Cladophora glomerata to goldfish food could help the fish grow better and have stronger immune …
Read MoreNatural Supplements May Help Manage PCOS Symptoms
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common condition affecting many women, characterized by hormone imbalances and inflammation in the body. Researchers …
Read MoreAncient Seed Oil May Help Lower Cholesterol Naturally
Researchers studied perilla seed oil, a traditional Asian herb supplement, to understand how it helps lower cholesterol and improve fat metabolism in the body. …
Read MoreSea Cucumber Extract May Help Protect Your Liver From Injury
Researchers tested whether a natural substance found in sea cucumbers could protect mouse livers from damage. They gave mice a sea cucumber extract for two …
Read MoreNatural Plant Compound Helps Chickens Grow Better and Stay Healthier
Researchers tested whether a natural substance called ferulic acid could help chickens grow faster and maintain healthier fat levels. They fed 640 young …
Read MoreRed Onion Peels Help Fish Grow Better in Crowded Tanks
Researchers tested whether red onion peel extract could help Nile tilapia fish grow better when many fish are packed into the same tank. They fed some fish a …
Read MorePlant Compound Kaempferol Helps Deer Avoid Diarrhea
Researchers discovered that a natural plant compound called kaempferol may help captive Chinese forest musk deer stay healthy by improving their gut bacteria …
Read MoreCan Turmeric Help Seriously Sick Hospital Patients?
Researchers combined results from seven studies involving 571 critically ill hospital patients to see if curcumin (the active ingredient in turmeric) could …
Read MoreSpecial Tea May Help Fight Weight Gain and Inflammation
Researchers studied three types of a traditional Chinese tea called Liubao tea to see which one works best for weight loss and fighting inflammation. They …
Read MoreHoneysuckle Plant Powder Helps Goats Grow Bigger and Stronger
Researchers tested whether adding honeysuckle vine powder to goat feed could help the animals grow better and stay healthier. They fed some goats a normal diet …
Read MorePlant Compound Helps Young Pigs Grow Better and Stay Healthier
Researchers tested whether a natural plant compound called proanthocyanidin could help young pigs grow faster and develop stronger immune systems after …
Read MoreBee Product May Help Protect Your Liver From Fatty Foods
Researchers from Indonesia tested a natural substance called propolis—a sticky material that bees make—to see if it could protect the liver from damage caused …
Read MoreCould a Soybean Compound Help Your Mouth and Stomach Stay Healthy?
Scientists are studying a natural compound called lysophosphatidic acid (LPA) found in soybeans and certain herbs to see if it might protect our mouths and …
Read MoreSpecial Plant Compound Helps Sheep Digest Food Better
Scientists studied how a natural plant compound called resveratrol affects the tiny organisms living in sheep's stomachs. These microorganisms help sheep break …
Read MorePlant Compounds May Help Lung Disease Patients Breathe Better
Researchers looked at studies testing whether natural plant compounds called polyphenols could help people with COPD, a serious lung disease that makes …
Read MoreNatural Supplements Help Birds Stay Healthy in Hot Weather
When it's really hot, animals can get stressed and sick. Scientists tested whether two natural supplements—propolis (a sticky substance made by bees) and …
Read MoreCan a Simple Sugar Help Fix Bones Weakened by Extra Weight?
Scientists discovered that being overweight and having weak bones might be connected through similar biological pathways in the body. They studied a natural …
Read MoreNatural Treatments That May Help Lupus Patients Feel Better
Lupus is a serious disease where the body's immune system attacks itself, causing pain and fatigue. Many lupus patients are trying natural supplements and …
Read MoreHow Plant Compounds Affect Your Body's Defense System
Scientists studied how two natural plant compounds called baicalein and scutellarein interact with a special protein in your body called the aryl hydrocarbon …
Read MoreRice Protein May Help Your Body Handle Fat Better
Scientists discovered that rice protein peptides—tiny pieces of protein from rice—might help your body manage fat more effectively. In a study with mice fed a …
Read MoreHow a Plant Compound Wakes Up Hidden DNA in Cells
Scientists discovered that genistein, a natural compound found in soy and dietary supplements, can dramatically activate a specific type of DNA in mouse cells. …
Read MoreFive Plants Packed With Healing Metals and Antioxidants
Researchers tested five medicinal plants to see what healthy metals and protective compounds they contain. They measured iron, copper, zinc, and manganese …
Read MoreBlack Cumin Seeds May Help Lower Cholesterol and Reduce Fat
Researchers tested whether black cumin seeds (a spice used in traditional medicine) could help with weight and cholesterol problems. In lab tests, black cumin …
Read MoreRed Ginseng Helps Fish Grow Bigger and Fight Disease
Researchers tested whether adding red ginseng powder to fish food could help rainbow trout grow faster and stay healthier. They fed different groups of fish …
Read MoreBlack Seed Oil Helps Fish Fight Pesticide Poisoning
Scientists discovered that black seed oil (from Nigella sativa plants) can protect fish from pesticide damage. In a 40-day study, researchers exposed Nile …
Read MorePlant Compounds Called Tannins May Help Pig Gut Health
Scientists reviewed research on tannins, natural compounds found in plants, and how they might help pigs stay healthy. Young pigs often get sick after weaning …
Read MoreIs NAC Really Found in Nature? What Science Actually Shows
N-acetylcysteine (NAC) is a popular supplement that many people take for health reasons, but scientists aren't sure if it actually comes from plants like …
Read MoreCan Quercetin Help Lower Cholesterol? New Research Says Maybe
Researchers studied a special form of quercetin, a natural compound found in apples, onions, and berries, to see if it could help people with unhealthy …
Read MoreCan Palm Oil Help Fix Vitamin A Deficiency?
Researchers tested whether oil from the Attalea phalerata palm fruit could help animals recover from vitamin A deficiency. They compared this natural oil to …
Read MoreFlaxseed Oil and Diabetes: Genes Don't Determine Who Benefits
Researchers wanted to know if a person's genes affect how well flaxseed oil works for people with type 2 diabetes. They studied 32 people with diabetes and …
Read MoreSpecial Probiotic Mix May Help With Weight and Cholesterol
Researchers tested a special probiotic supplement containing three ingredients on 40 overweight adults for 12 weeks. The probiotic group lost more belly fat, …
Read MoreHoly Basil Helps Fish Survive Toxic Water Pollution
Scientists tested whether a common herb called holy basil (Ocimum sanctum) could protect fish from cadmium, a toxic metal that pollutes water. They raised 180 …
Read MoreCan Two Supplements Help Fix a Fatty Liver?
Researchers tested whether two natural supplements—silymarin (from milk thistle) and alpha-lipoic acid—could help people with fatty liver disease when combined …
Read MoreNatural Supplements May Help Ease Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain
Rheumatoid arthritis is a disease where the body's immune system attacks the joints, causing pain and swelling. Scientists reviewed dozens of studies about …
Read MorePlant Compounds May Help Improve Fatty Liver Disease
Researchers looked at 25 studies involving 1,689 people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), a condition where fat builds up in the liver. They …
Read MoreSpecial Plant Supplement Helps Chickens Grow Bigger and Healthier
Researchers in China tested a fermented plant called Artemisia argyi as a food additive for Hongyu roosters, a special chicken breed known for its tender meat. …
Read MoreCan Quercetin Lower Cholesterol Like Medicine?
Researchers tested whether quercetin, a natural compound found in plants, could help lower cholesterol and reduce inflammation in rabbits with high cholesterol …
Read MoreNatural Supplement Helps Fish Handle Crowded Tank Stress
Researchers tested whether melatonin, a natural substance that helps with sleep and stress, could help farmed seabream fish stay healthy when packed into …
Read MoreSpecial Seed Powder Helps Fish Fight Disease Better
Scientists tested whether a special seed powder from a plant called Zanthoxylum acanthopodium could help young fish grow better and fight off infections. They …
Read MoreSpecial Plant Extract Makes Fish More Golden and Colorful
Researchers tested whether adding a plant called Tagetes erecta (also known as marigold) to fish food could make farmed fish look more colorful and appealing …
Read MoreSpecial Herb Mix Helps Prevent Liver Disease in Chickens
Researchers tested whether adding medicinal herbs to chicken feed could prevent a serious liver disease that affects egg-laying hens. They studied 384 chickens …
Read MoreDate Seeds May Help Diabetes Patients Feel Less Anxious and Sleep Better
Researchers tested whether a powder made from date seeds could help people with type 2 diabetes feel better emotionally and sleep more soundly. In an 8-week …
Read MoreCan a Plant Help Protect Pregnant Women From Toxic Metals?
Researchers are testing whether a plant called Moringa oleifera might help pregnant women reduce harmful heavy metals like lead and mercury in their bodies. …
Read MoreRed Algae Compound May Help Prevent Heart Disease in New Study
Researchers discovered that astaxanthin, a natural red pigment found in algae and seafood, may help prevent heart disease and improve metabolism in mice. When …
Read MoreSpecial Nutrients Help Pregnant Goats Stay Healthier
Researchers tested whether adding two natural substances—selenium (a mineral) and anthocyanins (colorful plant compounds from purple corn)—could improve the …
Read MoreSeaweed Extract May Help Older Adults Keep Muscle Mass
As we age, our muscles naturally get weaker and smaller—a condition called sarcopenia that affects many older adults. Researchers tested a special extract from …
Read MoreNatural Compounds and Electric Therapy Speed Up Tendon Healing
Tendon injuries, especially Achilles tendinitis, cause pain and swelling that can last a long time. Researchers tested whether combining a special electrical …
Read MoreBaker's Yeast in Chicken Feed Makes Stronger Eggs and Bones
Researchers tested whether adding baker's yeast to chicken feed could improve egg quality and chicken health. They fed 120 laying hens different amounts of …
Read MoreCan Ashwagandha Help Lower Cholesterol in Overweight Adults?
Researchers tested whether ashwagandha, a plant-based supplement, could help improve cholesterol levels in overweight Mexican adults. In a 40-day study with 43 …
Read MoreBee Pollen May Protect Fish From Pesticide Damage
Researchers tested whether bee pollen could help protect fish from harm caused by a common pesticide called deltamethrin. They exposed carp fish to this …
Read MoreAged Garlic May Help Keep Your Brain Sharp as You Age
Researchers gave older mice a special garlic supplement for 40 weeks and found it helped them remember things better and feel less anxious. Scientists looked …
Read MoreBarley Grass May Help Prevent Colon Cancer in People With Colitis
Researchers tested whether a special extract from hulless barley grass could help prevent colorectal cancer in mice with ulcerative colitis, a condition that …
Read MoreSpecial Plant Extract Helps Fish Grow Stronger and Fight Disease
Scientists tested whether a special extract from mangosteen fruit combined with amino acids (building blocks of protein) could help Nile tilapia fish grow …
Read MorePlant Compounds That May Help Your Body Stay Younger Longer
Scientists reviewed research on special plant compounds called saponins found in ginseng, solomonseal, and balloon flower. These compounds appear to have …
Read MoreA Supplement Combo May Help Your Body Handle Stress Better
When you're stressed for a long time, your body can develop serious problems like high blood sugar, a damaged gut, and a fatty liver. Scientists tested whether …
Read MoreNatural Plant Powder Helps Fish Grow Bigger and Stronger
Scientists tested whether a natural plant powder called Phyllanthus emblica (PE) could help red tilapia fish grow better and fight off disease. They fed 240 …
Read MoreSpecial Plant Powder Helps Older Hens Lay More Eggs
Researchers tested whether a powder made from dendrobium nobile (a type of orchid plant) could help older hens stay healthy and productive. They gave 90 hens …
Read MoreNatural Plant Supplements Help Male Rabbits Stay Healthy in Heat
When it gets really hot outside, male rabbits can have trouble with their health and ability to reproduce. Researchers tested whether two natural …
Read MoreRice Bran Compound May Help Protect Your Liver from Junk Food
Eating too much sugary and fatty food can damage your liver, but a natural compound called gamma oryzanol found in rice bran might help protect it. Scientists …
Read MoreNew Protective Coating Helps Probiotics Survive Your Digestive System
Scientists created tiny gel capsules to protect beneficial bacteria called Lactobacillus paracasei as they travel through your stomach and intestines. The …
Read MoreShiitake Mushrooms Show Promise as Safe Natural Health Supplement
Researchers tested two types of shiitake mushrooms to see if they're safe to eat and if they have health benefits. They grew human cancer cells in the lab and …
Read More10 Wild Plants Could Be Nature's Medicine Cabinet and Food Source
Researchers studied ten wild plants used in traditional medicine in India to understand what nutrients and healing compounds they contain. They tested leaves, …
Read MoreSpecial Herb Mix in Cat Food May Help Digestion and Immunity
Researchers tested a new type of cat food that includes herbs from traditional Chinese medicine to see if it could help cats digest food better and stay …
Read MoreSpecial Supplement Helps Chicken Mothers Lay Better Eggs
Researchers studied whether adding bile acids (natural compounds made in the liver) to chicken feed could help breeding hens produce better eggs and healthier …
Read MoreGreen Tea Waste Boosts Gut Health in Geese
Researchers tested whether green tea dust—a leftover product from making tea—could improve the health of geese when added to their food. They fed 120 young …
Read MoreChia Seeds May Help Lower Blood Pressure and Cholesterol
Scientists reviewed multiple studies involving about 2,500 people to see if chia seeds really improve health. They found that eating chia seeds regularly may …
Read MoreNatural Plant Compound May Help Reduce Muscle Soreness After Exercise
Researchers tested whether diosmin, a natural compound found in citrus fruits, could help female soccer players recover better after intense workouts. In this …
Read MoreCelery May Help Lower Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar, Study Shows
Scientists looked at 10 studies involving 511 people to see if celery can help with high blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol problems. They found that …
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