Realizing that your young child has swallowed a hard object such as a peppermint or other candy can be a frightening experience. Very small children don’t have the ability to deal with eating this type of solid item, and hard candy should be kept out of reach.

Colloidal silver is a product that is sold as a liquid supplement, nasal spray and ointment, and it is marketed for the treatment of a variety of disorders.

Epsom salt is the common name for a mineral found in seawater that was first distilled in the town of Epsom, England. The salt is also called magnesium sulfate, because it is made up of the metal magnesium bonded to sulfur and oxygen.

Several conditions may break the skin, causing the formation of a scab, including abrasions, lacerations and blisters. A scab is a normal part of the healing process and should remain in place until it falls off naturally. Valerie Ann Worwood, author of "The Complete Book of Essential Oils & Aromatherapy,"

Weeds are often some of the most medicinally viable and nutritionally dense plants in existence. Obvious examples include dandelions, useful as both a food and medicine. Another plant classified as a weed by the U.S.

Chamomile tea's effects on early pregnancy are not well studied. As with any herb, it's best to consult with your doctor or midwife before using it.

Any form of surgery is traumatic to the body, especially if you are put under general anesthesia. Depending on the type of surgery you receive, you may awaken to swelling, severe pain and possibly subcutaneous bleeding and other unpleasant symptoms.

Experiencing tingling and numbness in the leg can be a symptom that something is placing pressure on your nerves. One common cause of leg nerve pain or numbness is a condition known as sciatica, where the disks in the lower back press on your sciatic nerve, which runs from the back down the leg.

Monolaurin, or glycerin monolaurate or GML, is a substance formed from a mixture combining glycerol and lauric acid from coconut oil. Lauric acid is a component in human breast milk and known to help protect infants from infection. According to a study in the October 2007 issue of "Journal of Drugs in Dermatology,"

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.

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.