What are the benefits of integrating holistic practices like acupuncture, herbal therapy, and mindfulness into a traditional wellness routine for long-term health?
It can be difficult to get your child — or maybe even yourself — to take medications, especially if they are bitter tasting. In some situations, such as during cancer treatment, these medications are necessary for healing and feeling better.
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Drinking peppermint tea will not cause you to magically shed pounds. Weight loss is the result of burning off more calories than you consume by exercising and replacing high-calorie foods with lower-calorie options.
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Toxicity from a blocked colon can cause a wide variety of health issues. Healthyjourney.org advises that toxic overload debilitates nearly every systemic function, keeping the body from operating at its optimum.
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As you age, some hair loss might be inevitable. How much hair you lose may have a genetic component.
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Gynecomastia is a condition that causes the enlargement of the gland tissue of the male breast. This condition most commonly manifests during puberty but can also occur at any time during a man’s life. Obese men have pseudo gynecomastia because of fat deposits in the breast.
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An irregular period can make it difficult to plan out your life, from vacations to shopping trips. Your physician may recommend that you consider going on birth control pills, which can put your body on a strict schedule for your monthly cycle.
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"Brahmi" means "that which gives supreme knowledge," and is the main ayurvedic herb for healthy brain function, according to Dr. Vasant Lad and David Frawley, co-authors of "The Yoga of Herbs." Brahmi may also help clear toxins from the blood and kidneys, and support the nervous and immune systems, among other uses.
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Also known as magnesium sulfate, Epsom salt is a naturally occurring substance that has been approved as a laxative by the Food and Drug Administration, according to the Epsom Salt Council. Laxatives are used to reduce the symptoms of constipation, which is the inability to pass stool at a normal rate.
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Many people report the experience of seeing lights during meditation practice. These lights can vary from small, sparkling, comet-like flashes to glowing balls to a transcendent vision of spiritual light some refer to as the "great white light."
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Although the terms “essential oil” and “extract” are sometimes used interchangeably, they technically have different meanings. Certified aromatherapist Katharine Annett, R.N., explains, “extracts are for cooking and are not as potent. Essential oils are the essence of the plant and are medicinal; extracts are not.
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Electrical muscle stimulation -- often called "e-stim" or "TENS" -- is a type of treatment often used in physical therapy or other rehabilitation settings. The two primary uses for this treatment are pain relief and muscle re-education. In most settings, there is a machine that provides an electrical current.
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Blackheads and other forms of acne affect teenagers and adults alike. Contributing factors include bacteria, inflammation, clogged pores and an excess of an oil known as sebum, notes the American Academy of Dermatology.
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Enzymes are biological catalysts that speed up chemical reactions in your body. Bromelain and serrapeptase are enzymes that accelerate the break down and digestion of proteins. Bromelain is produced from the fruit and stems of pineapples.
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A urinary tract infection affects as many as 8 million people every year, according to the National Kidney and Urologic Diseases Information Clearinghouse. This type of infection is caused when bacteria breach the layers of the urinary tract and immune system, infiltrating the ureters and bladder.
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People fast for religious and health reasons. The time for fasting can range from part of the day to several days or longer. Some fasts involve no eating food or drinking liquid. Other fasts involve drinking juices. Fasting can be difficult, but breaking a fast can be even harder, according to Health Recipes.
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Rich in natural minerals and exfoliating elements, sea salt is a luxurious addition to a daily facial care regime. Making your own sea salt facial scrubs is affordable and simple while allowing you to select the ingredients that suit you best.
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According to NHS, the most common causes of blisters include friction from skin rubbing against a rough surface, medical conditions such as chickenpox, herpes or eczema or a skin reaction to a product like soap, wool or hair spray, and blisters on the face can be extremely uncomfortable and embarrassing for sufferers.
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Fever occurs in response to an infection, illness or disease. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, a fever is present when the body temperature rises above 99 degrees F. A mild fever usually requires no treatment.
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Brain cells may degenerate due to many illnesses, including stroke, Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease. Once cells are damaged, the road to recovery may be long and involve physical and medicinal therapies to repair the damage and restore brain function. Natural herbs may help in this process.
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The honey and lemon diet is claimed to be an effective home remedy for weight loss. The diet is based on drinking a glass of warm water mixed with 1 tsp. of honey and fresh-squeezed lemon juice first thing in the morning on an empty stomach.
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