Alternative Remedies

Most of us experience it wherever we go, shopping at the grocery store and especially visiting the local mall, people are coughing and coughing. You can't wait to get home wondering whether you'll...

Rescue Remedy is one of many Bach Flower Remedies. It contains a combination of Bach Flower essences, including Impatiens, Star of Bethlehem, Cherry Plum, Rock Rose, and Clematis, which work...

I didn't want to take blood pressure medications. I wasn't overweight. However I stressed a lot and my blood pressure was dangerously high. I tried for years to lower it through natural means...

Proponents of alkaline water say that drinking it can optimize health, slow the aging process and prevent numerous diseases. Alkaline water is claimed to flush toxins from cells, prevent toxins...

Dandruff is a condition where the scalp gets flaky, causing little flakes to settle on a person’s shoulders, clothes or even on their face and eyebrows. There are two kinds of dandruff. First...

A sinus infection, (or sinusitis as it is otherwise known) is an inflammation of the sinus and nasal passages. Some of the symptoms associated with a sinus infection can be pressure in the eyes,...

Much has been written lately about the benefits of drinking tea. There are so many to choose from, right? Actually, there are only five recognized true teas. These are Black, Green, Oolong,...

Following surgery, the doctor usually tells the patient to get up and walk as soon as possible. For some, this is no problem. When the surgery is in the legs, however, there can be complications,...

Skin tags are small growths that are most often found on or around the neck, armpit and knees. Their appearance can be anything from a small circular bump, to a large flap of skin. While the exact...

If you suffer from osteoarthritis, chances are you experience pain – especially when you first wake up in the morning. The pain and inflammation of arthritis can make even the simplest tasks...

Bedsores are very painful, and if they do not heal, they may require surgery. Some bedsores can become so bad that they become life threatening. There is a way to get bedsores to heal, ways that a...

Frankincense, also called olibanum, oil is an extract from the resin of the Boswellia carteri tree. The aroma is pleasant, reminiscent of a church sanctuary. With uses documented in ancient Egypt,...

Warts are actually small tumors. They are very common and caused by the human papillomavirus. Many home treatments on the market claim to remove warts. Sometimes, a persistent wart has to be...

There are EASY "DO" strategies, NOT including exercise, which have always and truly assisted me to lose weight. i share them with you here in this article :)

Anxiety is one of the most common medical disorders in today’s society. Normal anxiety is a protective reaction to prepare for a difficult situation. However, chronic and vague feelings of...

The process of making yogurt developed in Eastern Europe. Over a century ago, it was recognized by westerners that populations who ate yogurt daily lived longer and healthier lives. The secret...

Bedsores are common among persons who are bedridden or wheel-chair bound and cannot change their position frequently. Blood circulation to the area under pressure can be cut off, resulting in...

Addison’s disease is caused by underproduction of hormones by the adrenal glands. These hormones affect blood pressure, digestion, blood sugar levels and kidney function. Early symptoms of...

Bedwetting, or nocturnal enuresis, is very common during in children age five and under. However, it also occurs frequently throughout childhood and even into the teen years. It is advised that...

It is argued that substance abuse is the result of risky or pleasure seeking behavior that results in chemical dependence. Others say that addiction is escapism from personal problems. Finally,...

When our body has too many toxins, we may also have high acidity levels. High acidity levels can cause people to have respiratory problems, neurological imbalance, weight gain, allergies to foods...

Most commonly used to aid in digestive problems--such as irritable bowel syndrome or lactose intolerance--probiotics mimic the "good bacteria" that occur naturally in the human body. Researchers...

With the increasing trend toward alternative medicine, medicinal mushrooms are becoming popular in America. Among them is the Shiitake mushroom. Once called The Elixir of Life, The Shiitake...

Frankincense is well known because of the story of the Three Kings who brought gifts to the child Jesus. Frankincense, or boswellia, was one of these gifts, because it was prized by ancient...

Today we are in an age where beauty seems to matter more than fundamental characteristics like intelligence and personality. Everyone desires to be attractive and are willing to go through...

So when did your apple cheeks start looking sunken and saggy? It doesn’t matter, because you can turn back the clock. Just do these easy exercises a few times a week, and see your cheeks perk up...

Acne attacks people in many different ways. One retaliates by trying many products on the open market. What some people are not aware of is that there is something in the refrigerator which can...

A growing dependency on mood-altering drugs has grown to epidemic proportions in this country. We are addicted to many things; food, alcohol, coffee, cigarettes, and even the drugs that are...

Burning tongue, or burning mouth syndrome (BMS) occurs mainly among middle aged persons. Also called glossodynia, it may be painful and can last several days. Factors in question for the cause...

Staphylococci, or staph, is a bacteria present in a harmless form in 15 to 40 percent of Americans. However, once staph invades a cut, skin irritation or wound, it can turn deadly. Staph strains...

Curry powder is a popular Asian spice that is also an age-old ingredient in herbal home remedies. Curry is often thought to be a single spice; it is actually a mixture of tumeric, cardamom,...

Chocolate is made from cocoa, which - like dark green vegetables - is high in polyphenols, or flavonoids. Dark chocolate is the closest chocolate to cocoa because it undergoes the least...

Millions of people are affected by a cough every day. A cough is a normal bodily response to blockage in the throat or inflammation of the larynx. Unfortunately it is difficult to find information...

Influenza virus kills more than 35,000 people in the U.S. every year. If you've had it, you know it's a nasty virus. Despite the mainstream information out there, there are natural precautions...

Colitis is inflammation of the bowel that can be attributed to a number of causes. It affects the large intestine and symptoms include frequent loose stools or diarrhea, loss of bowel control,...

A cyst is described by doctors as being a closed sac filled with waste material from the body. Cysts can be found anywhere on the body, but are more frequent in women in the uterus and breasts...

Eliminating deep sinus congestion can feel like a constant battle for those affected by colds, the flu or allergies. If the congestion is not alleviated, antibiotics may become the final resort...

Millions of people are affected by headaches every day. They can be caused by a multitude of things including stress, allergies, high blood pressure, and nutritional deficiency. Use this guide to...

Alzheimer's is a degenerative neurological disease that is very gradual and affects many people. The symptoms of Alzheimer's include memory loss, inability to retain new memories, cognitive...

As any woman who has ever had a vaginal yeast infection knows, it can be a very uncomfortable, sometimes painful and always annoying experience. There are a few possible causes of yeast...

Sinus infections can become a nuisance or, if left untreated, a major issue---sometimes becoming chronic problems. The Mayo Clinic defines acute sinusitis as a swelling of the sinus passages,...

Sinus congestion is a buildup of mucus inside the nasal cavities. It can be uncomfortable at best and, if not treated, may spread to the eyes, ears and throat, requiring antibiotics for relief....

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...

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...

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...