For individuals seeking natural wellness, herbal remedies like milk thistle, neem, and hawthorn berry tea offer alternatives for managing chronic health conditions.
Stomach viruses are the most common reason children vomit, according to Dr. William Sears, author of "The Portable Pediatrician." Antibiotics have no effect on viral infections; they normally go away on their own after several days, but can be very upsetting to children.
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Ginger is a root herb that can be used for medicinal purposes. Ginger can be used to treat nausea, states the National Institutes of Health. Since nausea is a common symptom of acid reflux, consumption of ginger may help treat acid reflux.
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Aloe vera gel is a slick substance from the interior of the thick aloe vera leaf, while aloe latex comes from just under the leaf skin. Applying aloe vera gel topically is generally considered safe, but consuming aloe vera latex or juice extracted from the latex has many disadvantages.
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Commonly sold under the trade-name Pycnogenol®, pine bark extract is an herbal antioxidant supplement derived from the French maritime pine tree (Pinus maritima).
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Homeopathic arnica montana, commonly known as arnica, has been widely used in medicinal purposes for centuries. Quite often, arnica is the first remedy used in acute trauma--specifically injuries that involve bruising, sprains and head contusions--and after surgeries.
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If you're a tea drinker, you may have heard of or tried Earl Grey tea, a blend of different Chinese teas with some added citrus flavor.
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Yeast infections result from an overgrowth of yeast in the body. They can occur in both men and women, and often happen after antibiotic treatment, which kills both good and bad bacteria in the body. Infants can even get yeast infections as diaper rashes.
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Poison ivy is considered a poisonous plant that releases urushiol, an oily substance found on the plant's leaves, stem and even roots. When urushiol comes in contact with human skin, 50 percent of people develop allergic contact dermatitis, according to the Minnesota Department of Agriculture.
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For centuries, people have combined echinacea and goldenseal to restore health and battle a variety of ailments. Exactly how these herbs work is still a bit of a mystery, but some studies have proven their effectiveness for specific ailments and conditions.
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You may never have heard of mangosteen, a small round fruit produced by a tropical tree (Garcinia mangostana) native to Southeast Asia.
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Sleeping difficulties such as insomnia, nightmares and waking up frequently can dramatically decrease your quality of life. Prescription sleep aids frequently have undesirable side effects, causing many people to decide to just live with their insomnia.
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Dating back to before the 18th century, many cultures have been using garlic for both medicinal purposes and food, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. In modern times, garlic is still used for eating as well as a tool to help prevent many diseases and illnesses.
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Peppermint is not only one of the world's oldest medicinal herbs, but it is also one of the most versatile. The essential oil -- derived from its leaves -- has long been valued by herbalists and natural healers for its wealth of therapeutic effects, including antispasmodic and pain-killing properties.
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Many people have experienced the pain of an earache. Whether it comes from the middle ear or the outer ear, an earache can be very painful, though most of the time it is not a medical emergency.
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Pneumonia is a serious lung infection that can be caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa and other microorganisms. The University of Maryland Medical Center states that pneumonia is a common illness that affects millions of Americans every year.
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Valerian has been used as a treatment for insomnia, anxiety, restlessness and stomach cramps for centuries.
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Senna pods are the seed pods of the senna plant. Herbalists and natural doctors recommend senna pod supplements to treat mild cases of constipation. You should, however, take precautions when you use any laxative to treat constipation, including senna pods.
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You may have heard of probiotics, foods that contain live cultures of beneficial bacteria that live in your digestive tract and help keep it functioning well.
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Your circulatory system plays a central role in maintaining your health and well-being. Arteries are especially important, carrying nourishing blood from your heart to all your organs and providing them with oxygen and nutrients.
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The herb vitex, otherwise known as vitex agnus-castus, chaste tree or chasteberry, is a distant relative of lemon verbena.
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