For those who experience anxiety and insomnia, the supplement called GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) is generally safe and effective. According to the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, GABA is a type of amino acids called "neurotransmitters," and it is produced naturally in the human brain.
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Everybody gets a cut or a skin abrasion now and then. Having a soothing cream or ointment on hand is usually enough to treat minor skin wounds. There are numerous products available, all made with different ingredients. And all are also great for healing more sizable cuts that don’t require stitches.
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Oscillococcinum is a homeopathic remedy made to treat the flu. Referred to as Oscillo, the short, easy-to-pronounce version, this remedy is used to treat aching of the body with upper respiratory symptoms, fever and coughing. It's available over the counter at grocery and health food stores.
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The breakdown of foods high in protein into chemicals known as purines are responsible for the production of uric acid in the body.
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The most common cause of fungal infections in the bowel is candida. The organism naturally occurs in the mouth, genital tract and intestines and grows out of control when the balance of beneficial bacteria is upset, usually by antibiotic use.
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Gout, a painful form of arthritis previously one of the diseases of the wealthy and the royals, has become widespread due to current eating habits that include a diet high in animal fats and animal flesh.
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Consider taking the homeopathic preparation Oscillococcinum next time you start feeling achy, with fever and chills. An alternative medicine especially made for treating symptoms of flu, Oscillococcinum is made by Boiron, the well-respected, FDA-approved French homeopathic pharmacy.
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Ringing or other noises heard in the ears is a condition known as tinnitus. Most of the time, tinnitus develops as a result of damage to the ends of the nerves in the ears and is not curable.
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Constriction of the blood vessels is the body’s way to raise the blood pressure. By narrowing the passage in the blood vessels, blood flows more slowly to the organs and the extremities. Certain foods may contribute to this process.
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For those who experience environmental and other sensitivities as well as folks who elect to eat as healthfully as possible, consuming certain foods purported to be higher in vibration is a choice that many people are making. But how does one know which foods fall into the high vibrational category?
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A byproduct of protein consumption, uric acid, one of the agents contributing to symptoms of gout, can be controlled without drugs by changes in diet. Uric acid is eliminated from the blood stream into the kidneys and then excreted normally.
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Thyroxine is the main hormone produced by the thyroid gland and what controls the body’s basal metabolic rate (BMR). A person's basal metabolic rate refers to the minimum number of calories he needs to survive in the absence of any activity.
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Anywhere you look you will find bacteria, and in some places you look, there will be an overabundance of dangerous bacteria that may cause disease. It’s in our bodies, on our hands, on every surface we touch and on the food we eat. Bacteria is alive and well, and we come into contact with it every day.
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Burning and pain in the feet are common symptoms experienced by many people and can have a variety of causes. Foot pain can be brought on by something as simple as wearing socks that become too damp with perspiration and rub on your skin, or from a case of athlete's foot.
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Acitvia yogurt by Dannon advertises the effects of good bugs, or intestinal bacteria known as probiotics, meaning “for life.
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The kidneys play a pivotal role in clearing the body of toxins and waste matter as well as helping to regulate blood pressure.
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Ah, the magical lemon--rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, highly acidic yet able to alter the body’s pH to alkaline, and delicious, especially when combined with honey. Used for centuries to relieve cold symptoms, it's added by moms and herbalists around the world to a variety of concoctions to help us feel better.
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Traditionally, red ginseng, also known as Panax ginseng, has been taken as an aphrodisiac, as a stimulant and to increase longevity. Used in China as a treatment for diabetes and male sexual dysfunction, ginseng root has been a highly prized herb for thousands of years.
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Rheumatoid factors (RF) are autoimmune antibodies, produced by your own body that attack your body’s healthy tissues producing a variety of autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and Sjogren’s syndrome.
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Though not as well known as its white counterpart, black garlic is enjoying a rise in popularity in gastronomic circles and the alternative medicine field. Introduced to the health and food markets about five years ago by the Koreans, garlic becomes "black garlic"
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