Alternative Remedies

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By kingofharts 0 comments
Calendula officianalis is one of the most useful common herbs, with a cheerful golden color and a lot of healing power. Here are just a few ways you can use this common garden "weed.".. more »
By Patricia Resnick 0 comments
Clear Quartz is a stone of power. The best way to describe Clear Quartz is to call it a battery: for spirit communication, healing, protection or balancing, but it is also powerful as a "potentiator" for other stones. If you're not sure what ... more »
By eHow Health Editor 2 comments
Cholesterol, in the right amount, is an essential component of the blood system. It is manufactured by the liver in adequate proportions to assist in tissue repair, manufacturing steroid hormones and strengthening cellular membranes. When ... more »
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Folk medicine is a traditional, regionally-based form of medicine that relies heavily on natural, local ingredients. It's been used to treat just about everything from coughs to constipation to cancer. Before the advent of modern medicine, folk ... more »
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As part of the growing trend toward natural and homeopathic therapy, more people are embracing garlic and its medicinal properties rather than resorting to the synthetic drug treatments. Garlic has been used to treat coughs, upper respiratory ... more »
By Katherine Huether 13 comments
Let's face it. While drinking can be fun and social, the next day often isn't. I've had mornings where I know I've had at least one drink too many. And these mornings hurt—A LOT. So, I've learned that the best thing to do isn't always to simply ... more »
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Lavender essential oil, lovingly referred to as the "universal oil" is one of the most versatile of all oils. Not only is lavender used in perfumes and incense, it can also be used for headaches, insomnia, to ease childbirth, soothe burns, heal ... more »
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Herbal remedies are often suggested as a natural way to treat an upset stomach and other digestive ailments. Lavender has soothing properties that can calm your stomach and your entire body. Making lavender tea and putting lavender into your bath ... more »
By bettersnowboard 2 comments
Liver disease is a major health issue. Cirrhosis and other liver problems are the cause of much pain in people's lives. Here are ways to reverse liver damage, and restore your liver to brand new... more »
By Diana Monda Dill 0 comments
Peppermint is one of the most ancient of all herbal remedies. Dating back to the days of the pharaohs, mint has been used to treat a variety of ailments and conditions... more »
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St. John's wort has been used for centuries to treat a variety of illnesses, including respiratory problems, dysentery, worms, jaundice and gastrointestinal disorders. Its most popular use today is to treat mild to moderate depression, and in ... more »
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Human beings have meditated for thousands of years to achieve a sense of inner balance, harmony and an understanding of the universe usually referred to as "enlightenment." The millions of modern practitioners of meditation techniques, which ... more »
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In hypnotherapy, hypnosis is used to induce a trance that is said to make the subconscious mind more open to suggestion. Once in this trance, patients are given instructions designed to harness the power of the subconscious for the accomplishment ... more »
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Shamanism is a religion that emphasizes the spirit in all things, as well as the interconnection between the physical and spirit world. According to the tenets of tengerism (a form of shamanism), becoming a shaman healer is not something a person ... more »
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Meditation, the technique of focusing the mind while deepening the breath, is a popular practice for people who suffer from stress or anxiety. Successful meditation depends entirely upon concentration and the elimination of external ... more »
By Patricia Resnick 0 comments
Each zodiac sign rules certain parts of the body. Virgo rules the intestines, brain and nervous system. Virgo will be healthiest if they eat a balanced diet of fresh, seasonal food, with an emphasis on the particular foods that strengthen the ... more »
By randomgirl 21 comments
Hangover relief actually starts the night before. Overdoing it with alcohol causes dehydration and vitamin deficiencies. Plan your night well, take care of yourself in the morning and gain some relief from the unwanted hangover. If you’ve had a ... more »
By Mahta 1 comments
This is a fast way to cure a soar throat without cough syrup... more »
By Amy Shannon 0 comments
If you're troubled by frequent sore throats, sinus congestion and infections, or earaches, you know that the cure can be just as unpleasant as the illness. Whether you choose over-the-counter or prescription treatments, the side effects can be a ... more »
By Nikki Walters 0 comments
Detoxifying has become a big trend as more people learn about all the toxins that invade their bodies everyday. Toxins come from food, the air, water, clothes and virtually everything we come in contact with. And as the detox trend has gotten ... more »
By eHow Health Editor 25 comments
The common cold is caused by a virus rather than bacteria, so antibiotics won't help. But you can always work on building up your immune system and relieving your symptoms. Here are some natural ways to fend off that cold... more »
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The human body contains between 500 and 600 lymph nodes. The lymph nodes help the body fight off illnesses and can swell when a person has an infection. The major lymph nodes are located near the neck, the armpits and in the inner thighs. Follow ... more »
By WriterGig 3 comments
Looking for natural cures for thinning hair? Whether you are facing premature baldness, hereditary thin hair or recent hair loss, there are some natural remedies for thin hair. Your diet, hair care and physical therapy all play a part in a ... more »
By Meri 5 comments
Coughing once or twice during a day is nature's way of eliminating irritants from the air passageway. However, when a cough becomes excessive due to infection or other triggers it can be quite annoying. They can come in two forms: a dry, ... more »
By april ort 2 comments
Warts can be a bother to conceal and cause emotional and mental stress. Here are some simple techniques for getting rid of these pesky fungi... more »