Cat-scratch disease and bartonella bacteria have research showing that they can infect the brain and central nervous system with the potential for negatively influencing mental health.
While known primarily for its sweet taste, stevia leaves also appears to have significant antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.
The sense of smell has powerful effects on memory. Research is starting to suggest that smells may have a positive impact on memory function. The effects from smell exposure training may be relevant for treating or preventing memory decline.
While more research is needed, green light therapy may have benefits for treating mood disorders and chronic pain.
St. John's wort is often touted for its ability to reduce depressive symptoms. Based on the latest research, it appears to be more effective than standard medications, although herb-drug interactions are still of potential concern.
Citrulline is a non-essential amino acid that is often touted for enhancing athletic performance. However, research suggests that the benefits may be more impressive for treating erectile dysfunction, insulin resistance and inflammation.
Automatic dishwashers appear to leave residual chemicals on plates and silverware that may harm the cells of the intestinal tract.
Black seed is a common Middle Eastern spice with a long history of medicinal use. Recent research suggests potential use for mental health conditions.
While standard treatment often involves three or even four medications, a number of natural treatments appear to hold promise for treating the bacterium that causes stomach ulcers: Helicobacter pylori.
Research suggests that the main cause of stomach ulcers, infection with Helicobacter pylori in the stomach, can affect mental health.
Honokiol, a compound found in magnolia tree bark, appears to hold promise for treating mental health conditions, inflammation and as an antifungal.
Grapefruit seed extract is a popular "natural antimicrobial" often touted for it's ability to fight infections. However, numerous studies appear to indicate that the antimicrobial effects are due to chemical contaminants.
Vitamin D has long been known to play a role in bone health. More recently, evidence is starting to show that it may be a significant factor in the treatment of mental health.
Pulsed-electromagnetic field therapy or PEMF appears to show promise for treating a number of different conditions, including pain. However, it is difficult to draw firm conclusions as the different devices and treatment parameters make PEMF difficult to study.
Elderberry has a long history of medicinal use, including for the treatment of colds and flu. Most of the latest clinical research appears to support the benefits of elderberry in reducing the durations and severity of illness.
Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, or SIBO, can be a difficult condition to treat. The latest research suggests efficacy for both standard and integrative approaches.
SIBO is a somewhat controversial medical condition. Current diagnostic methods to effectively identify SIBO have serious drawbacks, adding to the concerns.
Depression is often a challenging condition to treat. Fortunately, newer, non-medication-based treatments appear to hold promise for reducing symptoms.
Cat's claw is an herb from Central and South America that appears to have potential for treating inflammatory conditions like arthritis and autoimmune conditions.
Far-infrared radiation is a type of heat that can penetrate deeper into the body. Preliminary research suggests it may have a number of health benefits.