A menstrual cycle will often preannounce its arrival by affecting your mood, eating habits, and/or physical well-being.

Lemon balm, or “Melissa officinalis,” is an herb belonging to the mint family that’s been used for centuries to treat anxiety, sleep disorders, indigestion and wounds. You can make lemon balm tea by steeping 1/4 to 1 tsp. of dried herb in hot water. You can drink the tea up to four times daily.

Maca is a root vegetable that was originally found in Peru. According to Maca Spirit, Peruvian farmers began to take notice that the livestock that grazed in areas where maca root was located were more likely to be stronger, healthier and more likely to copulate than their counterparts.

Getting a flu shot is a smart choice. While safe for most people, the flu shot may cause side effects -- most of which are mild and don't interfere with your daily activities. It is relatively common after receiving the shot to experience soreness or redness at the injection site.

Almost everyone is familiar with the aroma of peppermint from its use in breath mints and candies. However, peppermint oil is more than just a flavoring for confectionery treats - it also has antibacterial, antifungal and antimicrobial properties.

Your child's routine immunizations are meant to keep her healthy, but they are not always without some minor side effects. A mild swelling of the arm can occur after the shots, but in most cases, it is not serious.

Peptides are a protein component composed of two or more amino acids bonded in a chain and encrypted into the protein molecule.

Most foods that are safe for adults are also safe for children. Edamame, which is simply young soybeans, provides many nutrients and is generally safe for kids. It is important to prepare it properly, however, to avoid choking, and the amount of soy children eat each day should be limited.

Drainage from the ear -- medically known as otorrhea -- is usually caused by an infection. Take care to clear the drainage and clean the ear using the appropriate method, as improper cleaning can cause additional damage.

If you enjoy a cup of Lipton tea, you probably like its flavor and aroma and might drink it at breakfast or use it as a daytime pick-me-up. But in addition to its value as a beverage, tea may also have significant health benefits.

A rising star in alternative medicine is oil of oregano. Oregano is universally famous as a seasoning in Mediterranean dishes, but concentrated doses of the oil of this herb have been used for centuries as a panacea for numerous afflictions, including digestive and respiratory diseases.

About 8.1 million people in the United States use marijuana, also called cannabis, on a daily or almost daily basis, reports the 2013 National Survey on Drug Use and Health. Like tobacco, marijuana smoke contains high concentrations of many chemicals, and some of them are known cancer-causing substances.