For individuals seeking natural wellness, herbal remedies like milk thistle, neem, and hawthorn berry tea offer alternatives for managing chronic health conditions.
In the ancient medicine system of Ayurveda, ashwagandha is regarded as a powerful and health-promoting herb. Also known as Withania somnifera, this shrub’s root and small, berry-like fruit have been used medicinally in India since at least 6,000 B.C., making it one of the oldest known medicinal herbs.
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Although you may have heard of alfalfa -- Medicago sativa -- you may know it as a farm crop used mostly as animal feed. A member of the legume family of plants, alfalfa is also dried and ground to produce a powdered supplement that's been part of herbal medicine for hundreds of years.
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Fats and oils are essential to your health and many of your body's functions. The oils most important for brain, nerves and skin include the essential fatty acids, which are available in a variety of foods that include olive oil and avocados.
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High blood pressure is often described as a chronic condition. Most people develop high blood pressure gradually, experiencing a slight increase in the force of blood along the arterial walls year after year. Treating this condition often comes down to lifestyle changes, mostly involving diet and exercise.
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Honey and cinnamon have not been clearly found to cause weight loss directly. However, research shows they help lower blood sugar and cholesterol levels, which are related to being overweight or obese. There are many ways to use honey and cinnamon. Brew cinnamon bark tea and add honey as a natural sweetener.
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An antidiuretic is a substance that helps the body retain water. It prevents the kidneys and bladder from removing and eliminating water from the body too quickly. Antidiuretic medicines are used to treat bed-wetting, incontinence and similar conditions. Some herbs have natural antidiuretic properties.
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Smooth Move is an herbal tea manufactured by Traditional Medicinals of Sebastopol, California, which has been producing herbal teas since 1974. Smooth Move tea comes in four flavors, including its original citrus blend, plus chamomile, chocolate and peppermint.
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Aspergillus is a genus, or category, consisting of hundreds of mold species around the world. Aspergillus species prefer oxygen-rich environments and are common contaminants on starchy foods, such as bread and potatoes, and some nuts, such as peanuts and walnuts.
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It’s not easy to diagnose a pinched radial nerve, primarily because it presents just like tennis elbow, an inflammation of the tendons that attach the forearm muscles to the elbow. The causes are also similar, namely a repetitive motion twisting the elbow or stressful gripping or turning with the hand.
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Evening primrose oil is harvested from the seeds of the evening primrose flower, a wildflower native to North America. Desired for its reputed health benefits, evening primrose oil has been identified as a potential treatment for several health conditions, such as eczema.
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Garlic is used as a seasoning on numerous types of foods, from seafood and chicken to salads and breads. Some proponents claim that eating garlic can entice health benefits, although more research is needed.
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Hypersomnia is the opposite of insomnia; the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke explains that this disorder is characterized by excessive daytime sleepiness or prolonged nighttime sleep. Those persons who suffer from hypersomnia feel a great need to take naps during the day.
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According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an advisory that over-the-counter cough and cold medications should not be used in infants and children under the age of two. Sinus congestion is uncomfortable for infants and worrisome for parents.
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Honey is much more than just a sweetener. It has been used for centuries for healing and rejuvenation. Most of the honey sold in stores has been heated and pasturized. This processing destroys many of the enzymes and beneficial compounds that make raw honey so nutritious. Regular honey often looks clear and syrupy.
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Cumin and curcumin -- two spices with similar-sounding names -- have many qualities in common. Both are used in Indian cuisine to flavor curry powder, and both are valued in the Ayurvedic healing system for their ability to stimulate digestion, as well as their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
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Giardiasis is an intestinal infection caused by a parasitic protozoa known as Giardia lamblia. You can get giardiasis by drinking contaminated water, eating contaminated food, or coming into contact with someone who has the infection. The symptoms may include diarrhea, abdominal pain, fever, gas and nausea.
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Shea butter comes from the nut of the karite shea tree that is indigenous to Africa. Raw, unrefined shea butter contains vitamins and minerals such as vitamins A and E, as well as essential fatty acids. It has a creamy color and a very distinct smell.
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Testosterone performs a number of significant functions in the human body. In both men and women, testosterone governs muscle and bone formation, overall sense of vitality and sex drive. Like any hormone, testosterone has some negative side effects.
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Most earaches are caused by fluid buildup in the ear, and can be related to infection or pressure. When the Eustachian tubes become blocked, increase in ear pressure results, causing an earache. Eustachian tubes are the small tubes that connect the ear to the nose.
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Normal pH is around 7.0, or neutral. The time of day or foods you eat may effect your body's pH level, making it either more acid or alkaline. Natural health advocates recommend consuming more alkalizing foods to ward off diseases such as cancer.
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