Alternative Remedies

Asthma affects over 15 million Americans. Asthma prescriptions are made to simply deal with its symptoms, not treat the asthma itself. There are many easy ways to naturally treat the symptoms of...

Seasonal Affective Disorder affects over 35 million Americans every year. Below are some natural ways to help cure your Seasonal Affective Disorder. I suggest following all of these suggestions...

Acai berry juice has many great health benefits including weight loss, anti aging, anti-cancer, and more. However, even once you know the benefits of acai berry juice, it can be difficult to know...

Shingles, also known as Herpes Zoster, is a viral disease. Shingles is known by the rash with blisters that are found on the skin, usually in a fairly limited area. Luckily, there are natural...

Morning sickness is hard to prevent for many women during pregnancy. In fact, half of women that are pregnant will experience morning sickness. Below are some ways to help prevent and treat...

Tonsillitis occurs when the tonsils become infected. Tonsillitis is either viral or bacterial, and of the three types of tonsillitis, it's usually caused by a bacterial infection. This gentle...

Most remedies for heart disease only help by trying to stop the disease, but there are some natural remedies that can actually be used to help reverse some of the damage. Below are some of the...

Millions of people are affected by insomnia every year, which refers to the condition of inability or difficulty sleeping. Symptoms commonly include memory lapses, difficulty concentrating,...

Obesity affects millions of people each year and throughout their lifetimes. Obesity comes from excess body fat which can be a result of genetics, cultural factors, and poor eating habits....

According to the Mayo clinic, croup cough is characterized by a harsh, scary repetitive cough that is reminiscent of a seal’s bark. Read on to learn how to prepare herbal home remedies for croup...

Eczema (atopic dermatitis), according to the Mayo Clinic, is an itchy, inflammation of the skin. Eczema is a chronic condition that commonly affects children and infants, but may extend into...

While acne is usually attributed to teenagers that are going through hormonal changes, the fact is it effects many adults as well. Here are some home remedies that can help prevent acne from...

If you are suffering with the Flu, chances are, you are feeling pretty miserable right now. As you are probably aware, flu symptoms are more severe than average cold symptoms due to the fever and...

There can be a few possible contributing factors to having a double chin. Most often it is due to excess weight, but quite often it simply be a hereditary trait. While there are surgical...

People have consumed apple cider vinegar (ACV) for its health benefits since the ancient Roman period, and Dr. D.C. Jarvis's 1958 best seller, "Folk Medicine: A Vermont Doctor's Guide to Good...

Tea tree oil (also known as Australian tea tree oil) is made using a distillation process with the leaves of the maleleuca tree. The oil is a common skin remedy useful for all types of skin...

Triglycerides are a form of fat. High triglycerides usually go along with high cholesterol levels with a high LDL ("bad" cholesterol) and low HDL ("good" cholesterol). Lowering triglycerides...

The detox foot bath system supposedly cleans the harmful toxins out of our bodies. This process is becoming more and more popular, with many websites popping up every day testifying to the...

Tuberculosis is a bacterial infection that is caused by a germ called Mycobacterium tuberculosis. This bacterium attacks the lungs and spreads through the air. You are more susceptible to this...

Sinusitis, or sinus infection, occurs when the nasal passages become irritated or inflamed, causing an uncomfortable buildup of pressure around the eyes, cheeks, forehead and temples. If you have...

Opioid dependency occurs when drugs like heroin, morphine or codeine are administered over a long period of time. While there are no fast-and-easy cures for opioid addiction, certain herbal...

Inflammation is the process responsible for causing the pain associated with conditions like arthritis, menstrual cramps and many others. While effective, anti-inflammatory drugs can increase the...

The human body produces its own natural antibiotics called antimicrobial peptides. The immune system uses them to help protect our skin, mucous membranes and other surfaces from dangerous...

Modern life is busy, stressful and you likely find yourself over-scheduled on a daily basis. To keep up with the constant high levels of stress the adrenal glands become so overworked they fall...

According the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America website, an estimated one in five, or 50 million, Americans suffer from some type of allergy, including seasonal allergies. Many of the...

A balanced atom has the same number of positively-charged protons as it has negatively-charged electrons. However, not all atoms are balanced and environmental changes make atoms lose or gain...

If you have a fungal problem, such as athlete's foot or a skin rash, there are many types of treatment available. One easy way to treat fungus is to try an at-home and all-natural cream remedy...

Foot odor can be a problem for lots of people at least once in their lifetime. It is very embarrassing for those that suffer from this problem when they have to take off shoes in public and...

Constipation, according to the Mayo Clinic, is a common, albeit temporary, condition. The constipated patient has irregular bowel movements, strains during bowel movements, and passes hard stool....

You've decided to start working out/running to get your body in shape. Those muscles haven't been worked in years but you know that there's "No Pain, No Gain." That night the bed is...

Ever wondered what causes the hiccups? Well it's a spasm of the diaphragm. They sure do hurt though don't they? There are countless 'urban legend' remedies that don't really work. So instead...

Anorexia is a common disease which refers to a loss of appetite. This may be related to digestion, stress, or self-image issues. Unfortunately it is difficult to find information about natural...

Tendonitis is the inflammation of a tendon. Symptoms of tendonitis often include swelling, stiffness, pain and sometimes a burning sensation surrounding the tendon. This treatment works by helping...

This treatment has been used for many years in Asian cultures. It's a natural drink that helps to increase sexual stamina in men. Drink the mixture treatment about 20 minutes before you need it. I...

Vinegar is a natural remedy for first aid use, and because it it an acid, it changes the pH balance and can help prevent further problems. You are probably familiar with cleaning with vinegar in...

We all have medicine cabinets filled with first aid products and medications, but there are a few natural products that work just as well.

These natural treatment options for Athletes Foot takes advantage of the healing powers of essential oils. There are quite a few essential oils that help to fight against, and prevent athletes...

Licorice herbal remedies are formulated from the root and dried rhizomes of the low-growing shrub glycyrrhiza glabra. This perennial herb offers a number of culinary and medicinal benefits. Read...

Chicken pox is a common, highly contagious disease that usually affects young children from two to five years old. The primary symptom is a rash of red bumps on the skin which eventually blister...

Parsley is a well-known, perennial kitchen herb that is highly underrated and overlooked. It is one of the best sources of vitamin C, and offers a wide range of minerals and trace elements. It...

Many people are affected by a burn of some sort at some point in their lives. Burns can range from third degree burns where only the outer layer of skin is burned to first degree burns which can...

Back pain affects millions of people every year. Symptoms range from dull aching to sharp pains from lower back pain to upper back pain. Unfortunately, it is difficult to find information on...

Onions are a vegetable that is a member of the lily family. They are the second most used vegetable after the tomato. Onion’s uses range from seasoning of food, garnishing dishes to making salads....

The American Ginseng is a medicinal plant whose roots and leaves are used for medicinal purposes. It is not indigenous to America as it was introduced to the country in the 1960’s. Known as the...

Grapeseed oil is extracted from the fruit of the grape vine. Grapes are native to Asia, near the Capsian Sea, and were brought to North American and Europe around 1600s. Folk healers have long...

Blessed thistle herb is used in many age-old herbal remedies for a number of health conditions. Almost all the parts of blessed thistle, the stem, leaves, and flowers are used for preparing herbal...

The flowers and the leaves of boneset herb have a medicinal value for herbal home remedies. It is used as a homeopathic remedy and is recommended for illnesses such as flu, liver problems, fevers...

Hops is a perennial herb native to Europe, Asia and North America. It bears scaly and scone shaped fruits called hops – hence the name – that possesses a resinous, bitter compound that offers a...

Dill is not just used for pickling but has medicinal qualities and benefits. It is an annual herb with green leaves that has sweet aroma and taste. Dry dill seeds tend to taste like caraway seeds...

Sinus congestion, otherwise known as sinusitis, can be a daily nuisance; if infection has settled in, that nuisance may become a more serious issue. The practice of washing the nasal...