Ayurvedic herbal treatments are usually safe and well-tolerated when prescribed by a qualified and knowledgeable Ayurvedic practitioner; however, even herbal medicines can cause side effects. Some Ayurvedic preparations may also have problems with toxicity and interactions with other drugs you might be taking.
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Job’s Tears, also known as adlay and coix, is a member of the grass family and popular in Asian cultures as a food source and for making jewelry. But the plant has also been used for centuries in folk medicine to treat dozens of conditions from arthritis to smallpox.
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There's no one-size-fits all approach to the amount of carbs you need daily, and the recommended dietary guidelines allow some leeway so you can find a carb intake that works for you. People need a minimal amount of carbs every day, however, to provide the brain with the glucose it needs to function.
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A popular folk treatment in use for centuries, vinegar was discovered accidentally in the process of making wine. Apple cider vinegar is promoted for use as a natural treatment for numerous ailments, such as skin infections, gastrointestinal issues, bacterial vaginosis and yeast infections.
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Diseases that affect the arteries can lead to heart disease, stroke and blood clots. Vascular or blood vessel health is also important in preventing restricted blood flow to the brain and body that can cause dementia, poor memory and wound healing.
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Your body needs food for energy and strength. When you don’t eat, your body relies on stored fat for energy and the nutrients it needs. This might sound like a good thing if you are trying to lose weight. But if you go too long without food or do it on a regular basis, your body begins to break down muscle for energy.
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Muscle twitches also are called spasms and occur when your muscles involuntarily contract. Twitches usually are short-lived but they can be painful. The most common areas that develop spasms are the hands, feet, toes and thumbs, according to Medline Plus.
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When it's working properly your gallbladder -- a small organ below your liver -- releases bile into your small intestine to help digest fat from the foods you eat.
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Acne is an inflammatory skin condition that can cause pimples, clogged pores, blackheads and pitting scars. This condition can become chronic and disfiguring for many people, causing emotionally distress.
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Anal mucus is a possible symptom of several conditions that affect the area of the anus and rectum. Vitamins may be part of treatment or a prescribed diet for some causes of anal mucus, but they may also be harmful depending on your condition.
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Many people do not enjoy drinking water and would rather drink juice to quench their thirst. Although juice is made from fruits, it is not a healthy choice because it does not contain the beneficial fiber found in fruits and can pack a lot of sugar, even if it is unsweetened.
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Eating a healthy and varied diet is recommended to help keep your joints healthy and strong. An inadequate intake of certain nutrients, including calcium, vitamin B-12, vitamin D and vitamin C, may impair joint health and lead to weakness. Consult your doctor if you're concerned about your joints.
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Both blood oranges and common oranges are nutrient-rich citrus fruits that make them suitable additions to a well-rounded and healthful diet.
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Camellia teas are made from the camellia sinensis plant that produces white, green, oolong, pu-erh, and black tea all from the same genus. The various teas made from the camellia plant have a wide range of medicinal properties and can be consumed as either a hot or cold beverage.
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Tea is a common name used to describe beverages made from the leaves of the plant species Camellia sinensis. Your thyroid gland is a part of your endocrine, or hormone, system. It produces hormones that play a vital role in regulating your body’s energy usage, or metabolism.
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Black pepper is a favored spice, included in most recipes, making it a difficult allergen to avoid. Producers derive this spice from dried berries from pepper trees, known as peppercorns, growing primarily in southern India, Ceylon and Malaysia.
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Stroll the midway at any state fair, and it's clear that people love deep-fried foods. Deep frying makes food crispy, and the fat adds flavor along with crunch, but deep frying isn't the healthiest way to cook.
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Most people are familiar with the five food groups: fruits, vegetables, grains, protein and dairy. Another way to categorize food is by the type of nutrient it contains and its role in the body. A nutrient is a compound your body needs for energy, growth, basic physiological processes and overall health.
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It’s sticky, it’s sweet and some folks are repulsed by the taste of it. But for others, black licorice is an alluring indulgence that tempts them to overconsume.
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Hair loss can occur for a number of different reasons, including a poor diet. Not getting enough of certain nutrients, such as iron or vitamins B-12 and D, can interfere with hair growth. Vitamin B-12 shots will only be helpful for treating hair loss, however, if that hair loss is due to a deficiency of this vitamin.
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