Alternative Remedies

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By amylaine 8 comments
Arthritis pain can slow down a day and herbal rub can really help with pain. However, homemade arthritis rub can have the same benefits. Follow the steps below to make your own... more »
By eHow Health Editor 1 comments
Surprisingly enough, dandelion roots make a very good coffee substitute. Naturally caffeine-free, dandelion root coffee tastes like regular coffee, but has many additional herbal benefits. Dandelion contains anti-oxidants that improve the ... more »
By lisajo1127 2 comments
This foot powder made with powdered clay is perfect for clearing up athlete's foot. The clay absorbs more than 200 times its weight in moisture... more »
By lisajo1127 0 comments
Essential oils and witch hazel in this recipe will not only help the itch but help to dry the blisters of chicken pox quicker. The added aloe vera will help heal and prevent scarring... more »
By HS Schulte 0 comments
You can make natural insect repellent. Deet, the main ingredient in most commercial repellents is a health risk. Personally, I would rather get bitten than use Deet. But, there is another option. Follow the steps below and make some natural ... more »
By Therese Haberman 6 comments
Sure, there are plenty of articles on the New Year and resolutions, but here is the sure-fire method to fail miserably. And it’s guaranteed to work every time!.. more »
By DandelionMom 17 comments
While paying for the convenience of a manufactured herbal extract can be nice, we have found that the best medicines are those we make ourselves. Not only that, but for those of us that incorporate tinctures into our daily diet the costs really ... more »
By Melanierose 11 comments
Need time to yourself? Here is some advice on how to take a favorite place in your home and make it your Personal Space... more »
By MIHealthCoach 1 comments
If you've ever experienced a urinary tract infection, you know how miserable they are. The bacteria that causes these infections has become notoriously resistant to antibiotics, and doctors now prescribe Cipro. If you're prone to them, or if ... more »
By MIHealthCoach 1 comments
Cholesterol levels are a concern for many people in the United States and can correlate to heart disease. Cholesterol lowering medications can have toxic side effects and to be avoided if possible... more »
By Trish62 0 comments
Enjoying the outdoors is fun until someone gets an insect sting. Forget expensive medical products--there are natural ways to treat insect stings and save money in the process. There are also simple ways to repel bugs from your yard and from ... more »
By Patricia Resnick 3 comments
The most common form of meditation is "one-pointed" meditation, which involves using a thought or object as a point of focus for your mind. This can be a candle, a painting, or just a word that you introduce into your mind. You can be given a ... more »
By meemee67 7 comments
Acupuncture is relaxing, calming and another alternative way to heal. Although it promises no cure for an ailment, it helps most people with problems such as depression, addictions, headaches, cramping, anxiety and many other ailments. If you are ... more »
By brainiac84 2 comments
The Flu and Cold season is sweeping our nation. So chances are you or someone you know, has the flu or cold. You probably found this page searching for some information to relieve the symptoms ... hoping that something would help! I recently ... more »
By SeventhSibling 2 comments
A study conducted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and a Canadian nutraceutical company (KGK Synergize) and published in the “Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry” states that a compound in the peels of oranges and tangerines has the ... more »
By misswuwu 0 comments
When a child cough, they often feel very uncomfortable and their lungs may feel irritated. Here are some tips to prevent it... more »
By jennandmark 0 comments
Neti Pot…What is a Neti Pot and what is it used for? If you are one of many people who find their nasal passages blocked or you experience congestion due to allergies, dust, pollen, pollutions, sinusitis, and other external irritants you may ... more »
By meemee67 1 comments
Here are a few tips to keep nausea at bay... more »
By pigs4fun 1 comments
Repel mosquitoes with what you have at home. Non toxic and safe for people and pets... more »
By AskLucy 5 comments
Your shoulder ached, you put the television on, and got that delicious heating pad out... and promptly fell asleep. And there you have it, you burnt yourself with the bleeping heating pad. What do you do?.. more »
By xtraordinary 4 comments
Ever burn your forehead on a curling iron just as you're getting ready to go out? No matter what type of burn you have, this technique works, and it's something everyone has on hand...Mustard!.. more »
By lisajo1127 6 comments
This wonderful, old fashioned soup with help you treat or prevent bronchitis with its double whammy of garlic and onion!.. more »
By choebe 0 comments
Apple Cider Vinegar has been highly regarded throughout history. In 400 B.C. the great Hippocrates, Father of Medicine, used it for its amazing health qualities. In recent years, apple cider vinegar has grown in popularity as an especially ... more »
By MIghtyDreamer 11 comments
How to stop a toothache until you can get to the dentist is easy as going to the bathroom. The main tip in this article that is going to show you how to stop a toothache, will give you temporary or permanent relief and it is available for use in ... more »
By eHow Health Editor 0 comments
Thai massage is a unique combination of yoga movements and acupressure placement with the goal of increased flexibility and reduced tension. Thai massage is interactive, requiring the participation of the person receiving the massage. It is one ... more »