Herbs & Alternative Medicine

Athlete's foot is one of the most common tinea infections. Tinea is a common fungus which is further defined by where it occurs on the body, as in the case of athlete's foot, tinea pedis....

Bergamot is a type of citrus fruit similar to an orange that is native to the southern part of Italy. In addition to its use as a flavoring for tea and a fragrance for perfumes, natural medical...

If you've ever used a sage "smudge" (Salvia officinalis) to make your home smell better, you're probably acquainted with the stress-reducing qualities of sage---imagine what trying sage tea can do...

According to the Joint Pain Institute, over 60 million Americans are affected by joint pain each year. In a 2008 article in Reuters, about one in every four individuals suffering from joint pain...

Everyone enjoys a nice cup of hot tea after a hard day or as a pick me up in the afternoon. To make Nettle tea, pour 2/3 cup of boiling water over 3 to 4 tsp of dried leaves or dried root and...

Heel spurs are bony, hooklike protrusions on the back of the heel. They can be the result of injury to the band of connective tissue that runs across the back of the heel. The injury provides...

DHEA is a hormone called Dehydroeipiandrosterone that is synthesized in the adrenal glands. After undergoing several changes in our body it becomes testosterone and estrogen, which are the main...

Gas is a normal part of digestion. However, we all know that some foods tend to produce more gas than others. In my article I will explain to you some ways in which yo can help prevent gas.

Bed bugs are small parasites that feed on the blood of humans or any other warm-blooded animal, according to Ohio State University Extension. Bed bug bites are normally painless; however, they are...

Herbs that constrict tissues are known as astringents. Cosmetically, astringents are commonly used to tone or tighten skin, giving it a smoother appearance. By restricting glandular secretions and...

Ginseng is probably the best known Chinese herb. The herb is extensively used to treat a variety of ailments as well as to maintain overall health. The most potent species of ginseng is considered...

Herbal diet pills seem like a quick and easy answer to weight loss, but can have a number of serious risks. Mayoclinic.com suggests that the most effective way to lose weight is a healthy diet and...

Herbal supplements are widely used all over the globe. And this is not a surprise since we are using these supplements for centuries. Some of us think that this treatment cannot be of any use....

If you sneeze a lot, followed by a runny nose and looks its been part of your daily life, you're not alone. I hate this situation, and Claritin doesn't even help that much as I want it to be. So...

I have searched for years for a remedy for what seemed to be chronic nasal congestion. I would like to share with you how I how one nasal congestion worked well for me.

Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is a natural supplement that might lower high blood pressure. High blood pressure can cause a number of heart problems and other serious conditions. Research indicates CoQ10...

Juniper berries are harvested from the juniper shrub, found throughout the northern hemisphere. You can eat them whole or in capsule form or use them to make a tea or an oil compound.

Bees produce a resin known as propolis from the sap of evergreen trees. Sometimes called beeswax acid or Russian Penicillin, bees use propolis to patch their hives, and herbalists sometimes use...

Echinacea, also known as purple cornflower, is an herbal perennial plant common to eastern and central North America.This plant is used in herbal medicine due to its immunostimulant, antibacterial...

For thousands of years, herbs have been used in China for pain relief. Around the world, Chinese herbs have gained acceptance as a way to treat pain. For instance, herbs such as reishi mushroom,...

Acai Green Tea Fusion is an herbal food supplement that contains acai fruit and green tea. Both the ingredients are high in antioxidant substances, which can increase metabolism rate and boost the...

How to disprove Breanna and her quirky anti-vaccine ways. All you'll need is a simple, working brain with logical executive functions intact. It's only three easy steps!

Warm water soaks can be used when mild or moderate doses of heat are needed. This type of heat therapy provides circumferential heat to the fingers/toes and allows individuals to mobilize the...

In our family we like to make our own home-made remedies as well as home-made cleaners for the house. I am going to share with you a variety of different items you can make at home for less the cost.

Also called cayenne or pepper spray, capsicum is a type of vegetable-producing plant used as a spice, ingredient and for a number of other uses. In spray form, capsicum spray is used to treat a...

According to the website of the Physicians Desk Reference, pdrhealth.com, glutathione is an antioxidant. It has been used in the treatment of liver cancer, sickle cell anemia and diabetes....

Lemongrass is a popular culinary and ornamental herb. Its many therapeutic benefits include pain relief, improved digestion, reduced perspiration, more energy and cold symptom relief. It also...

Sometimes called Iris germanica or Jacob's sword, the orris plant originated in northern India, North Africa and southern Europe. The dried roots of the orris plant are commonly used in...

The lobelia plant, sometimes called Indian tobacco or asthma weed, originated in North America. During the 19th century, physicians began using lobelia to treat illnesses, but its true medicinal...

Smoothies are a great way to enjoy fruit, and, with the addition of nutritional supplements, smoothies can energize you with vitamins. With supplements added to your drink, you don't have to worry...

Lavender is an easily gown herb which has been used to improve health for thousands of years. In historical documents, lavender is mentioned for its healing properties as far back as Roman times....

You can use herbs to help thicken your hair. Herbs that contain proteins such as silica can help hair appear thicker and shinier when applied. Herbs high in vitamins and minerals also may improve...

Menopause is a natural biological process that occurs with the cessation of menstruation. Some women may be troubled by bothersome side effects. To relieve these symptoms, both conventional, and...

Hoodia, a flowering cactus-like herb from southern Africa's Kalahari Desert, has traditionally been used by Kalahari Bushmen during long hunting excursions to decrease their hunger and thirst. The...

Angioprim is an oral medication that claims to improve circulation and reduce your risk of heart disease by removing harmful metals from your body. Although the makers of angioprim claim the...

You want to offer your children some meaningful relief from the symptoms of allergies and sinus infections without dosing them with antihistamines that will make them drowsy and lethargic. But...

Garlic cloves contain an amino acid called alliin. After the breakdown of garlic is completed, it forms a compound called allicin which works as an antibiotic. Chemically, allicin reacts to a lot...

Seventy percent of women have a yeast infection at least once in their lifetime and many women have recurring yeast infections. Yeast infections are very uncomfortable and are characterized by...