What are the benefits of integrating holistic practices like acupuncture, herbal therapy, and mindfulness into a traditional wellness routine for long-term health?
Magnesium sulfate, better known as Epsom salts, is a chemical compound made up of magnesium, oxygen and sulfur. Epsom salts chemical makeup is highly absorbent and draws toxins from whatever surface it encounters, including human skin, which makes it popular for use as a bath salt.
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Epsom salt is known as magnesium sulfate, which is used in agriculture to enrich soil that lacks magnesium. It is also traditionally used for treating sore and painful muscles by soaking in a bath of warm water mixed with one or two cups of Epsom salt.
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In 2002, there were appoximately 100,000 chemicals in commercial use in the United States, according to an April 2002 report from the EPA. That number grows annually as thousands of new chemicals are registered for use in foods, medications, household products and lawn-care products.
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Diarrhea is characterized by watery, loose stools occurring more frequently than usual, according to MayoClinic.com. Diarrhea may be the result of several conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, diseases, viruses or bacteria and parasites.
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Wheat grass comes in a variety of forms, including raw, powder, extract and tablets. Although this plant lacks substantial clinical data, it is usually marketed as a dietary aid to detoxify the body and promote weight loss and general health.
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Numb toes feel like they’ve “fallen asleep,” and there may be tingling or burning, according to a paper published in the journal “American Family Physician.” It occurs when blood supply to your toes is decreased, and can be caused by factors such as infection, inflammation, a degenerative disease or snug shoes.
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Amino acids are building blocks of protein, used by your body to construct many different types of these essential compounds. But some amino acids, including one called L-ornithine -- or, more commonly, ornithine -- may have other important roles.
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Bacopa monniera, known as Brahmi in Ayurvedic medicine, is a plant native to India. Learn about the recommended dosages of Brahmi for treating various health disorders, improving memory, learning, and general mental function.
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Essential oils are the volatile liquids extracted from plants, flowers and trees. These oils, which are not actually oils, but rather watery fluids, contain a large variety of chemicals, from aldehydes to terpenes.
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Oregano essential oil, also known as oil of oregano, is steam-distilled from the leaves of the oregano plant. The earthy, aromatic liquid contains the highly concentrated properties of the oregano herb.
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Ginger root, a key ingredient in many Asian dishes, can be prepared in many ways. Its strong and spicy flavor is enhanced via one method of preparing ginger -- to pickle it in a solution of vinegar and several other seasonings.
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The nearly 10 months of pregnancy brings many changes, both physical and emotional. The physical changes are the most obvious and are also the ones that can cause the most concern and discomfort. There are natural remedies that are useful for easing certain pregnancy symptoms.
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The Sugar Cleanse Diet is quite simple in theory. You remove all forms of sugar and sugar products from your diet for 21 days or longer.
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Trader Joe's is a retail store that sells specialty foods such as imported, gourmet and vegetarian items, along with vitamins, minerals and other health-related products. A whole-body cleanse is a temporary diet designed to flush out toxins stored in the body, aid weight loss and increase general well-being.
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Essential oils known for their drawing properties are useful cosmetically and medicinally. Also known as astringents, these essential oils help tighten skin tissue and close pores while drawing excess oil from greasy and acne-prone complexions.
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Ginseng is a root herb championed in traditional medicine for its health benefits. The two main kinds of ginseng vary as a result of the climates they grow in. Although both types contain active compounds called ginsenosides, Oriental ginseng has been found to lower blood pressure, while American ginseng does not.
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Sebaceous cysts, also called epidermoid cysts, are small, usually painless lumps that manifest beneath your skin. MayoClinic.com states that sebaceous cysts usually develop on your face, neck, torso and genital region. Sebaceous cysts are rarely cancerous, although some types of cysts may lead to skin cancers.
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People who suffer from dry eye often experience symptoms such as burning, itching and redness. Over-the-counter artificial tears may help relieve symptoms, but, for chronic sufferers, the discomfort and irritation return.
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Spearmint, also simply called mint, is in the same family as peppermint but is a different species. According to the Natural Standard website, spearmint has been used in traditional medicine for centuries.
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After consulting a physician, some people with aching joints or damaged cartilage might take glucosamine to relieve the pain. Glucosamine is a type of sugar protein said to help rebuild cartilage and lubricate joints, making them more flexible.
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