Alternative Medicine

Making black walnut tincture is a great use for all of those walnuts that fall from your black walnut tree in autumn. Black walnut tincture is made from the green hulls (the external coverings) of...

Hydrogen peroxide (or H2O2 as its known chemically) is a common household fixture that is commonly used to sanitize superfluous cuts and scrapes. However, hydrogen peroxide has other...

A person's brain waves are affected by a computerized, mathematically formulated music. This form of therapy works to treat anxiety, depression and insomnia. It also works to create a sense of...

Pancreatitis is an inflammation of the pancreas, in which digestive enzymes attack pancreatic tissue. Pancreatitis can be either chronic or acute. Acute cases are usually caused by gallstones or...

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, wind, heat and cold are external forces that can invade the body and create symptoms such as a runny nose. Wind combines with heat and cold differently. For...

Anyone who has ever looked through the beverage section at Whole Foods is probably at least familiar with Kombucha. While this homeopathic tea has been around for centuries--especially in China...

Though several over-the-counter anti-itch remedies are widely available at your local drugstore, you might be looking for an easy solution to try at home. Baking soda and oatmeal might give you...

Ionic footbaths are said to magnetically pull the toxins out of your body through your feet via an electrically charged saltwater bath. This detoxification method has not been scientifically...

Oils have been used for centuries to increase the attraction between a man and a woman. Many believe these essential oils, the concentrated "essence" of a flower, spice or herb, have aphrodisiac...

Keppra is commonly prescribed for partial seizures that occur with some types of epilepsy. Like many drugs it can have some unwanted side effects that may lead you to want to try natural remedies....

Bromelain is a class of protease enzyme that is derived from the stem and fruit of members of the pineapple family (Bromeliacae). Since 1957, bromelain has been marketed as a dietary supplement...

Ringing in the ears, or tinnitus, can stem from many different causes. In eastern, or Chinese medicine, the treatment can vary, but defining the root cause is key. However, certain tinnitus causes...

The health and well-being of our eyes is placed in jeopardy today more than ever. We use our vision in stressful ways on a daily basis. It is easy to maintain eye health and increase eye muscle...

Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) is a method for treating pain. A TENS machine is a small, portable device that uses electrical signals to mitigate pain. The device has a small,...

5-HTP, the common abbreviation of a chemical called 5-Hydroxytryptophan, may relieve mild to moderate depression. People with depression suffer a wide spectrum of unpleasant feelings, ranging from...

Zymosine is an herbal remedy shown to be comparable to other anti-inflammatory medications. Zymosine's been used to treat numerous ailments including carpal tunnel syndrome. Carpal tunnel syndrome...

The colon is a part of the digestive tract and is responsible for extracting moisture from food before it is excreted. It also stores undigested foods and frequently has bacteria growing as well....

A dry stuffy nose is often indicative of sinus problems, dry air, medications such as decongestants and medical disorders including Sjogren's syndrome and Keratoconjunctivitis sicca. Home remedy...

Most people at some time in their lives find themselves suffering from constipation. Poor eating habits and lack of exercise can cause the digestive tract to become sluggish. If you don't consume...

Your body detoxifies naturally all the time. The liver and kidneys remove toxins from the blood and send it out through the urine. Modern life tends to add toxins to the blood at a faster rate...

Methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a type of staph infection that is resistant to almost any kind of antibiotic. There are many people who are carriers and don't even know they...

It is normal for sinuses to drain. Moisture produced in the sinuses routinely drains into the throat as a normal part of living. In most cases, this sinus drainage is normal and harmless. At other...

Organic plant oils have been used throughout history for their potential medical benefits. The oil of peppermint, a plant found in Europe and North America, has several benefits, but the evidence...

The eyes are sensitive organs in the body which can get overworked or infected. Throughout time, eye washing and bathing has been practiced to soothe dry and irritated eyes, as well as to remove...

If you're struggling with cancer-related abdominal pain, consider using aromatherapy for some natural, aesthetically pleasing relief. Though over 300 essential oils exist, and you might not know...

Renal failure is a life-threatening condition in which your kidneys are unable to do their job of removing toxins from the bloodstream, according to MedlinePlus. If doctors can't get your kidneys...

Because of its human touch nature, massage therapy is often used as a legitimate cover for illegal activities. Asian massage parlors are, fairly or unfairly, considered more suspect than...

With the popularity of home remedies of every kind, it is no surprise that many people are now using homemade eye rinses to relieve tired or irritated eyes and homemade makeup removers to cleanse...

Herbs are highly valued for both their nutritive and medicinal value and can be prepared as infusions, salves, or tinctures. A tincture is made by steeping herbs in alcohol, usually vodka or rum. ...

Taking care of your immune system is probably the most important part of staying healthy, and avoiding any illnesses or virus. Luckily, there are natural ways to help strengthen your immune...

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome hasn't been studied until more recently, in fact many modern doctors still don't believe it's a real illness. Most medical treatments for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome don't...

As a user of essential oils for over 15 years, I am enthusiastic to teach others about their outstanding benefits. Essential oils offer people natural solutions for keeping balanced, despite the...

Anxiety is one of the most common medical disorders in today’s society. Normal anxiety is a protective reaction to prepare for a difficult situation. However, chronic and vague feelings of...

You’re probably wondering, what the heck is ear stapling? The practice of ear stapling (also known as ear acupuncture) is said to be a way to promote weight loss, based on the principles of...

Ear wax candles may seem like a bizarre remedy for ear wax build up, but as strange as it seems, it does help with the blockage. The first time I used one of these skinny candle contraptions was...

Lemons can be used in so many ways. Their acidic content can be used as a disinfectant, an insecticide, a food preserver, and so much more.

Heart disease is one of this country's major health concerns. As anyone suffering with heart disease will tell you, they've tried numerous methods to manage this condition. This simple, homemade...

Grounding meditation will make it easy for You to access a vast amount of Divine Energy. A beginner who is not used to this huge amount of energy could feel uncomfortable and feel dizzy after a...

This gentle massage oil treatment helps to relieve the pain and discomfort of sore muscles, this treatment works especially well for sore legs or sore arms. This massage treatment works especially...

I have been studying Christian Science for 21 years and have healed myself and my children from innumerable problems. Everyone can learn to heal himself or herself without drugs or surgery. I...

Cellulite is a skin condition that affects most women where the skin becomes dimpled. Though there aren't any magical ways to get rid of cellulite, there's several ways to help treat it, including...

Many of has at some point have because nausea but with increased traveling in the last few decades people have searched for nausea treatments. However most modern day medicines have a list of side...

If there was a business for drinking alcohol, I would definitely consider myself a mogul in that business, and I would live a drunken life of luxury. But unfortunately there is no such business,...

After years of having dandruff myself I was finally told of some natural dandruff remedies that made all my dandruff disappear within a week. No more of the horrible smelling chemical shampoos...

Winter is coming fast and so are the coughs. Before you reach for some cough syrup try some of these natural cough remedies that have none of the side effects and warnings you have with your store...

Staph infections can be caused by bacteria that reside on our skin. Most of the time the bacteria on our skin is harmless and is washed away when we clean our hands or bathe. However, if bacteria...

Yarrow root grows all over the word. It's traditionally used for such ailments as easing discomfort related to menstruation, such as heavy bleeding; gastrointestinal problems like bloating;...

Human growth hormone, or HGH, is a naturally secreted hormone that causes most of our body's growth through puberty and beyond. HGH production drops off after puberty, reducing the impact that...

Flavanol antioxidants are part of a group of chemicals known as polyphenol antioxidants. Most often referred to as flavanols, the substance is found in its highest concentration in cocoa and to a...

Shark oil is used in alternative medicine to help the immune system increase production of white blood cells and antibodies. Shark oil is specifically derived from the liver of cold water sharks....