Oregano oil has antiviral properties that may help your body overcome illness, similar to the way echinacea is promoted for use. You’ll also see it called mountain mint, wintersweet and wild marjoram. Oregano oil can cause side effects and interact with medicines, so consult a health care provider before trying it.
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Hurdle stretches have been used by sports teams and physical education teachers for years to stretch the hamstring muscle. However, this stretch is falling out of favor among coaches and educators because it poses a higher injury risk than other hamstring stretches.
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Gutkha is another name for betel nut. Small doses may bring about euphoria and increased energy flow, while large doses can cause sedation, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Due to its stimulant activity, gutkha is used in many areas of the world as a recreational drug.
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Fish oil is rich in omega-3 fatty acids that may reduce inflammation as well as your risk for chronic diseases like arthritis, heart disease and cancer. It’s also sometimes recommended for digestive issues including irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel diseases.
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Kombucha is a fermented tea that is purported to stimulate your immune system, improve digestion, boost liver function and prevent cancer. No scientific evidence backs any use for this drink, which is made by adding a colony of bacteria and yeast to tea and sugar and letting the brew ferment for one to two weeks.
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Bitter melon is best known as an alternative medicine for diabetes, but it also is a folk remedy for treating high blood pressure. You will find this fruit or its juice in Asian grocery stores and on the Internet.
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When the flora in your intestinal tract is out of balance, this can lead to body odor. Probiotics are a good solution because they crowd out bad bacteria and restore balance. Probiotics can help you combat bad breath as well. There are two main types of probiotics; lactobacilli and bifidobacteria.
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Several herbs can affect your brain’s neurotransmitters, which are brain chemicals. An imbalance in these chemicals plays a direct role in depression because they are linked to mood, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. Other neurotransmitters affect your ability to make memories and think.
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Leg hair loss might seem like a strange reason to rush to the doctor. However, it can actually indicate some serious health problems. Before you panic, know it might be caused by something as benign as aging, especially in post-menopausal women or an easily-treated skin condition.
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Epsom salt is a naturally occurring mineral that is made up of oxygen, hydrogen, sulfur and magnesium. Consuming it creates a laxative effect by relaxing digestive muscles. Epsom salt also may be used to perform a liver detox, advises Bruce Fife, author of “The Detox Book.
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One cause of male infertility is a low sperm count. Usually inability to father a child is the only sign of a low sperm count, but if the decreased count is caused by a hormonal issue there can be other symptoms, including sexual function problems, according to the Mayo Clinic.
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Herbalists sometimes recommend maca for thyroid problems, but you should consult your doctor before trying this herb – especially if your problem is hyperthyroidism as opposed to hypothyroidism – because it is usually recommended for the latter.
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Your body requires the mineral potassium because it maintains the balance between minerals and fluids in your body. It is required for your cells to function normally. Your risk for cardiovascular disease is increased when you do not consume enough potassium. You need to take in 4.7 g daily.
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Your body needs the sun for the natural production and use of vitamins. Lack of vitamin D or "the sunshine vitamin" is suspected in many health conditions, including osteoporosis and cancer, according to MedlinePlus.com.
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If you’re experiencing muscle and joint pain, the foods and beverages you are ingesting may be to blame. That’s because milk protein intolerance can cause an array of symptoms, including such pain. Two main proteins in milk -- casein and whey -- are found in an array of foods, from lunch meats to processed snacks.
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Bitter almond oil is different than that of sweet almond because it contains amygdalin, which is also found in plum, apricot and peach pits. Sweet almonds do not have this substance, which is toxic, so these almonds and their oils are safe.
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Many herbs can be used to stimulate and cleanse your uterus, improve its tone and ease menstrual or menopausal symptoms. However, some herbs that boost uterine health should not be taken when you are pregnant due to risk of stimulating contractions.
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You can suffer a chemical burn by spilling bleach on your skin. If your burn is severe, you need to seek immediate medical attention.
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A woman’s hormone levels rise and fall during the menstrual cycle. These changes are needed to prompt the lining of the womb to thicken, for ovulation and for shedding of the uterine lining when pregnancy does not occur.
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Ashwagandha has been used for more than 4,000 years in Indian medicine to treat inflammatory disease and tumors and as a general health tonic, or adaptogen, that helps your body resist stress. It’s also traditionally used to treat chronic liver disease.
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