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How to Choose Herbs to Treat Specific Conditions - Parsley to Plantain

By 101HealingHerbs

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Read on to learn what parsley, passionflower, peppermint and plantain have traditionally been used for in herbal medicine. Each step lists the most common health conditions that each medicinal herb is used for in preparing herbal remedies... more »

How to Choose Herbs to Treat Specific Conditions - Raspberry to Rosemary

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Read on to learn what raspberry, red clover, rose petal, rose hip and rosemary have traditionally been used for in herbal medicine. Each step lists the most common health conditions that each medicinal herb is used for in preparing herbal remedies... more »

How to Choose Herbs to Treat Specific Conditions - Sage to Strawberry

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Read on to learn what sage, sarsaparilla, sassafras, skullcap, slippery elm, St. John's wort and strawberry have traditionally been used for in herbal medicine. Each step lists the most common health conditions that each medicinal herb is used ... more »

How to Choose Herbs to Treat Specific Conditions - Thyme to Yerba Mate

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Read on to learn what thyme, valerian, wintergreen, yarrow and yerba mate have traditionally been used for in herbal medicine. Each step lists the most common health conditions that each medicinal herb is used for in preparing herbal remedies... more »

How to Control Acne

By thndrstrck63

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Almost everyone has experienced an acne outbreak, from the single, huge zit to the rash of small pimples. Some are lucky enough to suffer an occasional flare-up, while others struggle constantly to keep their bouts of acne under control... more »

How to Control Anemia

By thndrstrck63

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Anemia is caused when there are not enough red blood cells to carry sufficient amounts of oxygen throughout the body. It can also be caused by a drop in hemoglobin levels. Anemia slows down the processes that allow the body to function ... more »

How to control anxiety with herbs

By michaellacy

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TCM, or traditional Chinese medicine has been around for thousands of years, and recently has gained popularity in the united states. the days of western elitism are gone as more and more of their "primitive" remedies have been ... more »

How to Control Dandruff With Herbs

By Katherine Huether

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Dandruff--those white flakes can wreak havoc on your self-esteem, especially if the situation is chronic. Dandruff can have many causes such as fungal infections, dry scalp or not enough of the right nutrients for a healthy scalp. You should see ... more »

How to Control Hay Fever

By thndrstrck63

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Millions of people around the world suffer from hay fever. There are many over-the-counter medications to try, but here are some options available that you may not know about... more »

How to Control Or Eliminate Thrush Naturally in Adults Due to Inhaled Steroids

By Holly Johnson

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Many people who control asthma and other respiratory ailments with inhaled steroids often suffer from thrush. Thrush is an oral yeast infection caused by the candida organism. Before rushing to the doctors for an antibiotic give this ... more »

How to Cook with Devil's Claw

By derekwriter08

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Devil's claw is a great supplement for relieving inflammation and treating arthritis. Devil's claw is a plant native to South Africa, and has also been used to treat fever, skin conditions, and Tendinitis... more »

How to Cool Down With Chrysanthemum Tea

By eHow Health Editor

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The health benefits of chrysanthemum tea are well known have been for thousands of years in China. Chrysanthemum has powerful antioxidants. From improving vision to reducing fever and cooling you down, the tea is widely used for a variety of ... more »

How to Cope with a Mystery Illness

By Kat Yares

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Often when you don’t feel well, the doctor cannot find the cause or prescribes medicines that have no effect. Statistics have shown that many doctors tend to dismiss the concerns of women, especially if the complain is of a general nature. The ... more »

How to Cope with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis

By Nona-Michael Jackson

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Myalgic Encephalomyelitis is a chronic fatigue syndrome that takes almost if not the entire time of the sufferer. It keeps the sufferer tired and miserable and though the illness might not be fully cured, a sufferer can make a major recovery if ... more »

How to Create Your Own Makeshift Herbal Vaporizer

By Etch Tabor

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For those wanting to inhale the essence of their favorite herbs, whether for medicinal purposes or pleasure, it might be too costly to purchase a vaporizer from a store. If you follow these simple steps, you won't need to. Read on to find out how ... more »

How to cure a sore throat the easy way.

By Joey

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how to cure a sore throught in 5-10 minutes using only a cup of tea and a cough drop... more »

How to Cure Anxiety with TCM

By michaellacy

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TCM, or traditional chineese medicine, has existed for thousands of years and within the last few decades has slowly gained acceptance in the United States. Major drug companies have spent billions researching many "new" organic ... more »

How to Cure Bad Breath With Herbs

By Katherine Huether

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Are you plagued with bad breath? Sure, a stick of gum or a breath mint can temporarily mask bad breath—but if it's a chronic problem—there are much better ways to deal with it. First, you'll want to see your doctor and/or dentist to try to ... more »

How to cure prostate cancer!

By ridiculousdicks

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My father died of prostate cancer, and, while doctors, state im too young, I been suffering with my prostate, since I was 26, now Iam 46,I would like to introduce the public, to a natural male reproductive relief!.. more »

How to Cure Toenail Fungus With Vapor Rub

By eHow Health Editor

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Nail fungus is unsightly and embarrassing at its best but can be a hazard if left untreated. There are many anti-fungal medicines out on the market and some work while others just take a long time for the cure to occur. Try a home remedy that ... more »

How to Cure Warts and Plantar Warts using Turmeric

By deepthinkin

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Warts are unsightly and if you have the misfortune of getting one on the bottom of your foot (plantar wart,) they can be painful too. Here’s a remedy that uses an ingredient you may already have in your kitchen... more »

How to Destroy Desire for Liquor

By ysabelle

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You want your partner or your friend or anyone from your family to have a distate for liquor? This can be recommended to them or you can prepare it yourself for them without them letting know (If you can)... more »

How to Diagnose Ailments Through Apothecary

By eHow Health Editor

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The apothecary of the Middle Ages and earlier was a kind of doctor. He would diagnose your illness and prescribe a medicine for it. Nowadays, you should get your diagnosis from a medical doctor. Only after you've seen your doctor should you then ... more »

How to Differentiate an Apothecary from a Pharmacist

By eHow Health Editor

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Traditionally, an apothecary created and sold herbal medicines, offered medical advice and even performed crude surgery. In this way, he treated everything from tumors to tummy aches. In the twentieth century, pharmacists perform many of the ... more »

How to Dissolve a Kidney Stone

By bluemoon

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Here is a old folk remedy to dissolve kidney stones. It doesn't work for everyone, so you should still consult a doctor if you think you have kidney stones... more »

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