Alternative Remedies

The necessity of passing a kidney stone is often a frightening experience, and it can be a very slow and painful process. Many home remedies claim to help speed this process and cushion the body...

A face that is clear, glowing and radiant signifies both beauty and good health. There are a number of easily accessible, natural ingredients which can be used to gently clean and moisturize the...

There are a variety of methods and treatments out there for acne sufferers. Everyone's skin and biochemistry are different, so it's no surprise that different methods work for different...

Diarrhea is a common problem, that can be caused by many factors. Trying to cure Diarrhea can be difficult for some, especially those that don't know what foods to avoid. Below are some of the...

Colds are caused by viruses, not by getting wet in the rain or catching a chill as mother always claimed. The symptoms of a cold normally include a runny nose, sneezing, coughing, chills, stuffy...

Many people suffer from low circulation, making this gentle bath treatment a great option to help to naturally increase their low circulation. The ginger root and parsley and lemon help to promote...

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...

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...

Garlic has been used for a natural wart remedy for many years. This gentle treatment uses the power of garlic, as well as lemon oil, to naturally and gently help treat a wart. This treatment is...

This gentle gargle helps to treat tonsillitis and help relieve the discomfort caused by tonsillitis. I suggest using this gargle twice per day during tonsillitis.

There are things that can cause a cough, but most times people suffer from a persistent cough as a result of the common cold. A cough will often linger for several days or weeks after all other...

Kidney stones are a painful and common problem with the urinary tract. Most kidney stones are small enough to pass through and out of the body on their own. The problem is so common, however, that...

Tea is a great way to help ease a cold or flu. The warm mixture of tea can help alleviate your mood as well as relax some of the major side effects of being ill.

Warts develop because of an infection on the skin. Since they are caused by a virus they are contagious, but only for people susceptible to the virus. Warts are elevated, rough, dry bumps on the...

If you are unlucky enough to be diagnosed with high blood pressure, you'll want to find a way to reduce it naturally or risk having to take medication for the rest of your life. While there are...

Colon detoxification (detox) is an alternative medical therapy intended to remove waste and toxins from the colon and intestinal tract. There are a number of products and methods available for...

The liver is the largest glandular organ in the body, essential for digestion, hormonal balance, the storage of vitamins and the elimination of toxins from the body. Many natural therapists...

Some people believe there are home remedies that can cure cancer, while others argue there's no cure for cancer. Millions of people suffer from cancer and are so desperate for relief that they are...

Candida is a microscopic yeast found in the intestinal tract of most people. With healthy immune system function, candida and other bacteria, such as lactobacilus acidopholus found in yogurt, help...

Lemon is a popular ingredient in colon cleanse recipes. Lemons contain potassium, phosphorus, folate, vitamin A and calcium as well as the vitamin C for which citrus fruits are well known. There...

Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland is not producing sufficient amounts of the thyroid hormones T3 and T4. Thyroid hormones are essential to maintaining proper metabolism,...

Skin whitening is a way to reduce or eliminate scars, age spots, port wine stains, freckles and other skin discolorations. In reality, the skin is not whitened. Skin-whitening products bleach the...

Open comedones, also known as blackheads, are enlarged follicles that are filled with a mix of dead skin cells and a natural oily substance called sebum. The mixture is what makes the blackheads...

If you are looking for a home remedy to treat a bothersome cough, look no further than the jar of honey sitting in your cupboard. While over-the-counter cough syrups are readily available, honey...

If you have dandruff or scalp problems, it isn't always necessary to reach for the harsh dandruff shampoos or medicine. Try natural cures for scalp problems.

Lemon essential oil is a remarkably versatile product. From making fruit stay fresh longer (soak them in a bowl of water with a few drops of oil) to banishing warts (rub oil into them twice daily...

Does your armpit stink? Well, you are not alone. Consumers spend a lot on deodorant every year. But let's face it, deodorant ONLY masks the odor, it does not take care of the problem. However,...

How to have a happier bowels with a morning drink. I had these problems with a Bowel obstruction, this is a remedy that helps the bowels function better.

This is a great home remedy for when you go to a friends or relatives house and you forgot your deodorant and can't go out and buy any right away. Forgetting your deodorant can be an embarrassing...

Cold sores or fever blisters are a form of herpes simplex type-1 (HSV-1). Cold sores often appear as blisters on the mouth and lips as well as other spots on the face. These blisters are often...

Acne is a common disorder of the skin. Acne can be caused by many factors. When acne appears, it is normally on the forehead, the cheeks, back and chest areas. Severe acne can leave unsightly...

There are many colon cleansing medications on the market. However, herbal colon cleansing recipes are easy to make and can be made at home. Colon cleansing has become a natural form of...

Lemon balm is derived from a lemon balm plant, which has a pleasant citrus smell and generates delicate white blossoms. In pure forms, it can be used to treat all types of ailments and even...

Every cold and flu season, we hear more warnings about the medicine we give to our kids. The reality is that you can make cough syrup at home that is more effective and that doesn't contain the...

You do not have to resort to commercial cleaners to clean glass around your home or business. Many contain harsh chemicals harmful to you and your family's health. Instead, you can formulate your...

The lemon cleanse drink is formulated for a number of health purposes, such as cleansing the body of toxins, improving digestion and losing weight. You can prepare your own cleansing drink from...

Amber syrup is a dark syrup from maple trees. It contains concentrated amounts of nutrients and combined with the cleansing effects of lemon, it makes a potent juice fast recipe. You should always...

The lemon cleanse diet can work for a number of reasons, including detoxifying the body, giving the digestive system a rest, losing a few pounds or regenerating the body as a whole. See how...

We are dealing with new stresses in this economical situation - whether we will have a job tomorrow or not, whether we will be able to send our children to college or not or whether we will have a...

There are many home remedy cough syrups using a multitude of different ingredients. My favorite recipe is Italian cough syrup because it soothes my throat and loosens my congestion. See the...

Pharyngitis or more commonly the sore throat, is something that effects most of us at some time or another. So an easy pain reliever for one is always needed. This is something that is safe to...

Lemon, water and honey can be combined to cleanse the body, but it should only be done for one day at a time, and only pure ingredients should be used. Prepare each cleanse drink individually...

The lemon fast cleanse consists of fresh-squeezed lemon juice, clean water, 100-percent pure maple syrup and a pinch of cayenne pepper. Make several cleanse drinks throughout the course of one day...

A recipe for a lemon cleanse involves squeezing one lemon into 1 cup of clean water, adding 1 teaspoon of pure maple syrup and a pinch of cayenne pepper and drinking several of these concoctions...

An olive oil lemon garlic cleanse requires drinking a mixture of 2 tablespoons olive oil, the juice of half of a lemon and one clove of garlic, minced, every day for 21 days. Do the olive oil...

The lemon cayenne pepper cleanse is a mixture of fresh lemon juice, pure maple syrup, clean water and a pinch of cayenne pepper, and it should only be done for one day to avoid malnutrition. Drink...

There are so many chemicals out there, do we really need to bring more of them into our homes? Clean your home without fancy chemicals, the way our grandparents did. This article covers the most...

Do you suffer from allergies? The constant sinus pressure and headaches can be unbearable. One European remedy for sinus congestion and pressure involves horseradish and lemon juice. This remedy...

There are many different and valuable uses for lemon juice that can be quite helpful. Several of the uses include giving hair a beautiful shine, lightening or highlighting hair, removing grease...

Coughing is common to young children because their resistance is not as strong as that of adults. There is a very simple way and yet very effective in curing cough specially for young kids. I've...