Folk Medicine

Migraines hurt. These intense super-headaches are often debilitating and bring along a host of other bodily aches and pains. While prevention and education can help reduce their occurrence,...

Individuals who contract the influenza virus, commonly known simply as "the flu," experience a number of unpleasant symptoms including weakened muscles, runny noses and nausea. Incessant vomiting,...

The common cold has been around for possibly thousands of years. Naturally, home remedies have been developed over time to help ease the symptoms of this pesky bug we call "the cold." Many herbs...

Camomile, also spelled chamomile, tea has been used for centuries to treat various ailments. Little has changed with modern use, albeit a new understanding of the healing properties of this common...

Prior to the development of modern medicine, folk remedies or home remedies were used to bring relief to the sick. The use of teas, tonics, ointments and poultices was common, as people made use...

People have suffered from gallstones for generations. They occur when bile in the gallbladder hardens. The majority of gallstones are cholesterol stones, according to a publication by Robert Wood...

Bladder infection is one of the most maddening discomforts a woman can suffer and it happens several times in most women's lifetime. Of course most people would go to the doctor and get the...

Uterine fibroids are known as uterine myomas or fibromyomas and are benign growths or tumors that develop in the wall of the uterus. These can occur in pre-menopausal women over the age of 30....

Want to know the secret to getting rid of head lice forever! Read these easy steps to learn how to rid and prevent those pesky little bugs from ever coming back!

Hay fever, or chronic seasonal allergies, cause a stuffy, itching nose, itching ears and watery eyes. The symptoms of hay fever can make allergy sufferers miserable. If your current hay fever...

Hibiscus is a flowering herb that grows widely in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. Over the centuries, hibiscus tea, which is brewed from the petals of this flower, has been valued...

Kombucha is thought to have originated somewhere in the Far East, but the true story behind it's origins has been lost. It appeared in the Russia and the Ukraine in the 19th century. From there it...

Echinacea tea has healing properties. Most people know echinacea as the herb they should take when they feel a cold coming on. Known as the coneflower, echinacea is native to North America. You...

Gas can be a painful and embarrassing experience for anyone. It can be brought on by spicy foods, certain diets, as a side effect of medications or for seemingly no reason at all. Whatever causes...

Morning sickness typically begins around the sixth week of pregnancy, and affects many pregnant women. It causes feelings of nausea, and may be accompanied by vomiting. A number of traditional,...

Ok, this is one of those "if the world ends and I have to amputate my friend's arm, what do I do without conventional pain relievers..." type of article. Poppy straw is technically...

Headaches are effecting badly and everyone who suffers of headache pain regularly knows that. If you don't want to use pain killers the apothecary of Mother Nature has provided some old,...

Razor burn is something that strikes without warning, and home remedies are the best relief. Almost anyone will have at least one of these home remedies available. They do take away the sting...

Sore throats are very common and we've all had them. Whether they are caused by the flu, a common cold or something else, they will leave your throat dry, scratchy and itchy. Plus, they're likely...

There’s nothing worse than taking off your shoes and nearly passing out from the stench from your little piggies. Smelly feet are a problem nobody wants and there are a few natural solutions to...

If you want to boost your immune system, the tendency is to run to the nearest health food store and buy an expensive supplement. And I'm not kidding! I saw a supplement in a store one time that...

It’s almost time for the cold and flu season to begin, and hot toddies can soothe sore throats and can also help you fall asleep. They are also used as a social drink during the cold months. So,...

If you have been cursed with recurring kidney stones, chances are you are familiar with many of the prescription medications used to treat them. However, if they are still a problem, something...

Allergies rage in the fall. In my case it could be because I moved to a different state or simply because I suffer from seasonal allergies. All I know is that with cold and flu season on the way,...

Caffeine may seem helpful, but it is actually a hindrance to good health. The boost you get by ingesting caffeine, whether in a drink or in a snack, can be the opposite later, leaving you dragging...

A home remedy for indigestion I have used is a tea made from the roots of Devil’s Claw. As it is slightly bitter, I drink it down in one rapid sitting. It has proved to be effective yet I have...

This works great for those little boys in the house who's feet you can not stand to be around.

Athletes foot is a fungal infection of your foot brought on by contact with infected surfaces and wet conditions. commercial medications are available, but do not work well at all. However there...

I am usually a very sound sleeper, but every now and then my body clock gets a little out of sync and I have trouble. One time I went to bed at 2 a.m. and at 1 a.m. the next night, my mind was...

As we age, there is the worry that our bones will become brittle and unhealthy. Granted, much of our bone health relies on how they developed when we were children. However, a diet that is rich in...

When it comes time to remove those extra pounds, it is easy to get swept up into the latest trends--fad diets, diet pills and the latest exercise gurus are all part of this profitable industry....

I like to find creative ways to take my medicine. Honey and ginger are two of my favorite things to take when I have the flu-- especially if it involves a sore throat, fever or the chills. I know...

Chamomile has been clinically proven to boost the immune system, our first line of defense against disease bearing organisms. The herb owes its immune-boosting properties to heteropolysaccharides,...

Sometimes, I find herbal remedies in surprising places. One of my favorite "pleasure teas," as it turns out, is also a valuable medicine. Rooibos tea, or Aspalathus linearis, is now widely...

Do you get sick a lot? If this is the case, your immune system could use a boost. With cold and flu season approaching, I am going to take extra special care that I feed my body a balanced diet,...

It's very easy to believe that all you need to do to relieve your menstrual cramps is take your favorite pain killer. Trust me, I know. That's what I used to do. But all those pills started to...

Instant Iced Tea mix wasn't created to be a first aid tool; but in an emergency, something is always better than nothing. You can reap some home made medical knowledge and become the resident...

Over the centuries, ancient cultures have established their own medical practices. They combine herbology with animal byproducts and ritual cleansing to cure illness and treat pain. Many ancient...

Embrace historical tradition by using herbs and other natural medicines during childbirth. While many of these herbs and medicines haven't been scientifically tested by Western clinicians, folk...