Herbs & Alternative Medicine

Each year approximately 443,600 Americans die of smoking related illnesses. According to the American Cancer Society, one-half of all cancer related deaths in the U.S. are attributed to smoking...

When studying to become an herbal nutritionist, you will learn all about the different types of herbs and how they can be used to bring about healing of the body. After finishing your coursework,...

The cost of purchasing ready-made salvia divinorum extract can be high, especially when you consider you can purchase dried salvia divinorum leaves in bulk for a fraction of the cost. Why spend an...

It can be expensive to purchase salvia extract from online retailers and local shops. Why spend a lot of money, when you can make your own for less? Salvia leaves can be purchased in bulk online...

Buying pre-made salvia extract can be expensive compared to making your own extract from leaves. Dried leaves can be purchased inexpensively online and from local stores in bulk.

Adrenal fatigue is a complicated health problem that can have many causes. Many symptoms, including body aches, nervousness, fatigue, digestive and sleep problems have been reported by people who...

Hepatitis C is a blood-borne disease that degrades the liver. The hepatitis C virus (HCV) can be transmitted through blood transfusions (before 1992), tattoo needles and shared hypodermic needles....

When studying to become an herbalist, you will familiarize yourself with various herbs and the effect they have on healing the body and maintaining optimal health. After completing your studies,...

Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder that usually affects the smaller joints in the hands and feet. The disease is most common in women between the ages of 40 and 60, and it causes...

Anxiety disorders are typically treated with medications. They may be treated with medication that is taken regularly to prevent anxiety and/or medication that is taken when anxiety or a panic...

UTIs (Urinary Tract Infections) are common, especially in women. These painful infections can be difficult to get rid of,even with antibitics, and even harder to keep away. As someone who suffered...

Kava kava root has been used in herbal remedies and alternative medicine circles as an anti-anxiety medication. The natural root is used to relax muscles and promote sleep. According to "Women's...

Many people are beginning to realize that there are effective alternatives to chemical-based pharmaceutical drugs that are available for a fraction of the cost. Although you always should consult...

Whenever you feel your nose getting a little stuffy or start to get that slight tickle in the back of your throat, it's important to take steps to try to avoid a full-blown cold. While you may not...

If you are looking for natural ways to clean your arteries, herbs or herbal supplements are a good choice in addition to proper diet and exercise. Multi-herbal supplements, which contain a...

Quitting smoking can be tough, but there is tons of support for those who want to take this step. Substituting healthy activities, foods and drinks for tobacco can help with the cravings and...

The adrenals are small glands located on top of the kidneys and are responsible for producing a variety of steroidal hormones, including cortisol, which is believed to play a major role in...

Rather than smoking your herbs, vaporize them to save yourself from the harmful health effects of smoking. Vaporizing heats up herbs to temperatures at which the herb's essential oils, which...

Comfrey is an herb which has been used for centuries in folk medicine. Containing a substance called allantoin, comfrey helps new skin cells to generate. In addition to being used to treat wounds,...

Yohimbe has been shown in some studies to be effective for the treatment of male impotence. Yohimbe has also been used to treat the low libido caused by some antidepressants and low blood pressure.

Yohimbine is an alkaloid extract of yohimbe plants and is used for a variety of treatments including sexual dysfunction, depression and as a blood pressure booster. Sometimes it is necessary to...

Slippery elm bark has been a traditional Native American medicine for hundreds of years. Slippery elm can ease coughs and colds and relieve gastrointestinal distress. It is also used to treat skin...

Quitting smoking is one of the biggest challenges you can undertake. The addiction to nicotine is very powerful. Many products and methods can help you quit smoking, including nicotine gum,...

According to most medical doctors, fungal infections are usually only present on the outside of the body. However, in some cases of immunodeficient people, fungal infections can spread to internal...

A natural cure for anxiety, St. John’s wort (hypericum perforatum), blooms in mid-June and continues for three or four weeks, the small shrub-like stems covered in a profusion of delicate yellow...

Valerian is a natural sedative. Tension, stress and anxiety take their toll on the human body but prescription medications are expensive and they may produce unwanted side effects. Natural methods...

Modern day life causes stress but you can use herbs to relax and calm your mind and your muscles. Since the dawn of time, soothing herbs have comforted the grief and eased nervousness and anxiety....

Kavalactone, the beneficial ingredient in Kava, offers the anxiety sufferer a natural way to reduce his mental discomfort, while increasing mental acuity. Taken as a substitute for benzodiazepine,...

Trying to remain calm during difficult times in your life, could be quite a challenge. We have the power to control our minds thus controlling our feelings and reactions. Read below for some...

Following my husband's recent back injury, I decided to find out more about the recently established Medical Marijuana program for Michigan residents. The following article should help you decide...

Maybe you walked into a door. Or maybe you walked into a fist but either way, you’re sporting a shiner. Because blood from an injury above or around the eye area tends to pool in the eye socket,...

Spirulina is blue green algae that can grow in regions having a temperature ranging from 25 to 35 degrees Celsius. Spirulina provides a nutritious protein supplement and can be used to...

Acid reflux is a very uncomfortable condition that effects a very large number of people. Something that you may not realize about acid reflux is that it's actually caused by to little and not to...

Although many prescription medications are recommended for hypertension, using natural ways to lower blood pressure can bring an additional measure of healing to those who have this condition. ...

Certain types of fungi, yeasts or molds can infect the fingernails causing fingernail fungus. Early symptoms include yellowing of the fingernails. Later stage symptoms include thickening of the...

We are continuously being reminded that this generation is enjoying the longest life since man can remember on this earth. Is it real or a camouflage?

Are you ready to quit smoking? If so, here are some tips and techniques to help you be successful. The best way to approach quitting smoking is to have a plan. Think it through and get prepared.

Aloe vera plants have been praised for thousands of years for their health benefits. The insides of the leaves have been used to treat burns, fight psoriasis and other skin problems and provide...

The Internet is full of vendors selling salvia extract at astronomical prices. What most people may not know is that it is relatively easy to make your own salvia extract at home from the dried...

This is a recent discovery I have found and take no credit for its findings, I only want to share it with as many people as possible. This is a wonderful way to absolutely create a pure air...

A vaporizer is a device designed to heat medical marijuana to temperatures that boils off the beneficial substances into a gas form without causing combustion in most of the plant material. When...

Pheromones are chemicals that animals and humans give off as a bodily reaction. Other bodies pick these pheromones up as signals and react to them subconsciously. Humans cannot just create these...

Colon cleansing helps to flush toxins that absorb into the colon from debris. Cleansing the colon helps to prevent systemic intoxication--a poisoning of the entire system. Colon cleansing involves...

The female form is considered to be at its most beautiful when it is also at its most symmetrical. However, no one has natural, perfectly symmetrical breasts, although most women are so close to...

Herpes is a general term for a attack of either the HPV-1 (Herpes Simplex 1, which attacks the mouth and lips producing cold sores) or HPV-2 (Herpes Simplex 2, which attacks the genital area)....

Whether you're trying to overcome an addiction to nicotine, alcohol, drugs, or caffeine, there are many ways to ease withdrawal symptoms. The severity of withdrawal symptoms varies. Some people...

The liver is the largest organ in the body. It aids in digestion, energy production, and functions as a detoxifier. Liver cleanses can help to purify toxins that do not leave as is normal. Fasting...

Erectile Dysfunction (ED) is a problem shared by one in ten men across the globe according to the Minnesota Men's Health Center. For those looking for treatment that does not include surgery,...

Well, my first suggestion would be not to drink to much in for first place, but since I am talking about how to get over a hangover, it is a little too late for that. Let us proceed.

Making lye soap sounds a little scarey. Using lye soap also sounds a little scarey, but in truth if your measurements are precise, natural hand made lye soap is the best soap for your skin. I’ll...