Alternative Medicine

Asthma affects over 15 million Americans. Asthma prescriptions are made to simply deal with its symptoms, not treat the asthma itself. There are many easy ways to naturally treat the symptoms of...

All of you avid readers out there know what I'm talking about. Whether it's from poor lighting or marathon reading, strain on the eye can cause a stye. Sometimes, a stye cream can provide relief,...

Seasonal Affective Disorder affects over 35 million Americans every year. Below are some natural ways to help cure your Seasonal Affective Disorder. I suggest following all of these suggestions...

Acai berry juice has many great health benefits including weight loss, anti aging, anti-cancer, and more. However, even once you know the benefits of acai berry juice, it can be difficult to know...

Shingles, also known as Herpes Zoster, is a viral disease. Shingles is known by the rash with blisters that are found on the skin, usually in a fairly limited area. Luckily, there are natural...

Morning sickness is hard to prevent for many women during pregnancy. In fact, half of women that are pregnant will experience morning sickness. Below are some ways to help prevent and treat...

Tonsillitis occurs when the tonsils become infected. Tonsillitis is either viral or bacterial, and of the three types of tonsillitis, it's usually caused by a bacterial infection. This gentle...

Most remedies for heart disease only help by trying to stop the disease, but there are some natural remedies that can actually be used to help reverse some of the damage. Below are some of the...

Millions of people are affected by insomnia every year, which refers to the condition of inability or difficulty sleeping. Symptoms commonly include memory lapses, difficulty concentrating,...

For me, searching around to try and find the cheapest supplements around has been a constant uphill battle. After much searching, trial, error and a little success, I have now found what I would...

The biggest problem with giving a massage is tired hands. This article will help you to give a great back and shoulder massage including professional techniques that won’t tire out your hands. The...

If you feel tired and sluggish, it may be because your adrenal glands aren't performing as they should. Also called adrenal exhaustion, this problem results in an imbalance of certain hormones...

Obesity affects millions of people each year and throughout their lifetimes. Obesity comes from excess body fat which can be a result of genetics, cultural factors, and poor eating habits....

Ingrown toenails are painful, and here I want to teach you how to prevent them. You can even apply this technique to treat an existing ingrown toenail.

According to the Mayo clinic, croup cough is characterized by a harsh, scary repetitive cough that is reminiscent of a seal’s bark. Read on to learn how to prepare herbal home remedies for croup...

Eczema (atopic dermatitis), according to the Mayo Clinic, is an itchy, inflammation of the skin. Eczema is a chronic condition that commonly affects children and infants, but may extend into...

Who would have thought Yoga, a simple, ancient Indian approach to everyday life would make everyone else in the world stand up on his or her heads, twist their torso, stretch limbs and breathe...

While acne is usually attributed to teenagers that are going through hormonal changes, the fact is it effects many adults as well. Here are some home remedies that can help prevent acne from...

If you are suffering with the Flu, chances are, you are feeling pretty miserable right now. As you are probably aware, flu symptoms are more severe than average cold symptoms due to the fever and...

There can be a few possible contributing factors to having a double chin. Most often it is due to excess weight, but quite often it simply be a hereditary trait. While there are surgical...

Glaucoma is a serious eye disease. According to the Mayo Clinic, glaucoma is the second-leading cause of blindness. Eye pressure, also known as intraocular pressure (IOP), damages the optic nerve,...

Coenzyme Q10 is similar in substance to many of what we know as vitamins. In the body it acts as an antioxidant similar to vitamin E. It is believed to improve the efficiency of energy production...

Low testosterone, which can have a variety of causes, can be a problem for both men and women. The best way to establish if you have low testosterone is to ask your doctor for a blood test. There...

The Pursed Lip Breathing technique is used to facilitate the total expulsion of air from the lungs so that a greater quantity of fresh air may then enter. Sufferers of COPD (Chronic Obstruction...

If you have recently quit smoking you may wish to clear your lungs naturally. There are many reasons for doing this. The first reason is that the chemicals and toxins from smoking tobacco...

People have consumed apple cider vinegar (ACV) for its health benefits since the ancient Roman period, and Dr. D.C. Jarvis's 1958 best seller, "Folk Medicine: A Vermont Doctor's Guide to Good...

Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture has been practiced in the West for several centuries, yet many Americans have never visited a doctor who practices this discipline. You can find a physician...

Madafinil is a psychostimulant known by the brand name Provigil and is usually used as a treatment for narcolepsy. However, the drug has gained popularity as a treatment for many other symptoms,...

Sulfur and blackstrap molasses is a centuries-old homemade remedy. The mixture of one teaspoon of sulfur and two teaspoons of molasses was believed to prevent health problems and to serve as a...

The medicinal part of Slippery Elm is found within the tree's inner bark. In the late spring, the trunk and larger branches are completely stripped of the bark. With no shield from pests and...

Tea tree oil (also known as Australian tea tree oil) is made using a distillation process with the leaves of the maleleuca tree. The oil is a common skin remedy useful for all types of skin...

Personal growth is an ongoing process that lasts a lifetime. Discover how to foster it by using your daily experiences as learning tools.

Gout is the result of uric acid building up in the body. It is a form of arthritis and can be very painful. The first line of defense for doctors when a patient comes in having a gout attack is to...

Oftentimes mouth sores and thrush are caused by an imbalance in the body. There are herbal alternatives to treat mouth sores and thrush which can be used instead of over-the-counter or...

Children often experience higher fevers and more severe digestive symptoms when suffering from the flu than adults do. Safe homeopathic flu remedies can treat the symptoms quickly, alleviating...

Mother of vinegar is a substance made up yeasts and bacteria that act as a vinegar starter. While it is rarely used by itself for anything but making vinegar, some alternative health supporters...

Triglycerides are a form of fat. High triglycerides usually go along with high cholesterol levels with a high LDL ("bad" cholesterol) and low HDL ("good" cholesterol). Lowering triglycerides...

Menopause is characterized by unpleasant symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, fatigue, insomnia, vaginal dryness, and loss of sex drive. In addition, many women experience feelings of...

The detox foot bath system supposedly cleans the harmful toxins out of our bodies. This process is becoming more and more popular, with many websites popping up every day testifying to the...

Tuberculosis is a bacterial infection that is caused by a germ called Mycobacterium tuberculosis. This bacterium attacks the lungs and spreads through the air. You are more susceptible to this...

Not technically a hydrocarbon-based oil, the liquid known as "magnesium oil" is actually a hyper-concentrated solution of magnesium chloride hexahydrate. The high concentration of Mg(2+) and...

A fungal infection of the skin, ringworm causes itching and discomfort. Ringworm can be treated in a variety of ways. Your doctor can prescribe a topical cream, but it is possible to prevent and...

There are many reasons why chronic marijuana users decide it's time to quit: illness, family pressure, problems at work, or a self awareness of how getting high negatively impacts your life. While...

The kidneys make the body function better by cleaning the blood and removing excess fluids. The kidneys are two bean-shaped organs the size of an adult fist. They are located in the middle of the...

Sinusitis, or sinus infection, occurs when the nasal passages become irritated or inflamed, causing an uncomfortable buildup of pressure around the eyes, cheeks, forehead and temples. If you have...

Equine massage therapy is used by equestrians as part of a continuous health care program for horses. Owners, trainers and riders of race or show horses want their horses to have every advantage...

Opioid dependency occurs when drugs like heroin, morphine or codeine are administered over a long period of time. While there are no fast-and-easy cures for opioid addiction, certain herbal...

When a baby gets hiccups, it can be caused by the development of the baby's organs and/or too much air in the lungs. There are a few ways to help the baby deal with the hiccups, but it is...

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...

Ear infections can be excruciatingly painful and induce serious symptoms like fevers and severe dizziness. If the infection is untreated, rupture of the eardrum may occur. Luckily in some cases,...