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- Prostate Exams Are Uncomfortable - by Submitted on May 02, 2008 from Paul RodgersProstate exams are uncomfortable, but should be done starting at age 45. Prostate exams are very humiliating to a good many men and many will not get it done for that reason. Prostate exams are simple and can be conducted in a doctor's office without any need for medical equipment or urine or ...
Views: 1072 - Bladder Infection Is A Common Diagnosis In Women - by Submitted on May 01, 2008 from Paul RodgersWomen are more likely to have bladder infections than men because their urethra is shorter. All bladder infections are considered complicated when they affect men, because the long male urethra should prevent bacteria from getting into the bladder. Possible symptoms of a bladder infection ...
Views: 1016 - Bladder Control Problems Are Not Natural At Any Age - by Submitted on May 01, 2008 from Paul RodgersSadly, many people think that bladder control problems are a normal part of getting older, so they do not seek help. Bladder control problems are far more prevalent in women than men, with 10-30% of women affected in the general population aged 15-64 years old. As the ads for adult urinary pads ...
Views: 897 - Curcumin Inhibits Cancer Cells Growth? - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2008 from Julia ClerkCurcumin, the active ingredient found from the herb Turmeric, is actually a spice and food coloring compound has long been used in Asian countries as medicines to treat many difficulties from heartburn to arthritis. It was listed as an Assyrian herbal in 600 BC, used by ancient Greeks. But the ...
Views: 808 - Does Fasting Cleanse The Colon? - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2008 from Mark AmentFasting is one of the most effective strategies for natural health and healing. Did you realize that the first thing that most animals do when sick or injured is to fast? The reason is simple, it's because during a fast the body doesn't need to spend energy on digesting food. That means all ...
Views: 1140 - The Colon And Liver Are The 1-2 Detoxification Punch For The Body - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2008 from Paul RodgersColon therapy is a form of healthcare that in theory restores the function of the colon. Colon therapy offers many health benefits including detoxification, cleansing of the bloodstream and the stimulation of internal organs. Proponents of colon therapy consider it to be a method of detoxifying ...
Views: 1068 - Biotin And Hair Loss -- The Wonder Vitamin For Your Hair? - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2008 from Korbin NewlynBiotin is primarily a component of vitamin B; individuals who go through treatment with medications such as Minoxidil and other hair loss medications (Propecia) typically need added supplementation with biotin for optimal results. This next brings us to the question of what exactly is biotin and ...
Views: 1305 - Colon Detox Is Something That Most Us Need - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2008 from Paul RodgersColon detox is the process of clearing toxins from the body or neutralizing or transforming them, and clearing excess mucus and congestion. Having a colon detox is quite common these days and it is basically a process of flushing away the congested toxins which are built up around the walls of ...
Views: 761 - Colon Cleansing is not Some New Fad or Technique - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2008 from Paul RodgersColon cleansing is essential to your well-being and for the elimination of waste products and toxins. Doing a cleansing program is preventive healthcare and there is no better place to rid your body of toxins and contamination. Colon cleansing is used to flush fecal matter, parasites, excess ...
Views: 849 - ***Weed Walk with Susun Weed - by Submitted on May 09, 2011 from Susun WeedOne of my first, and still one of my favorite, reasons for learning about plants was to become more in tune with my environment: the weather, the flows of water, the places of special energy, Mother Nature herself. The woods are lovely and deep, and there are many mysterious and powerful ...
Views: 2547 - Book Review: Prescription for Herbal Healing: An Easy-to-Use A-Z Reference to Hundreds of Common Disorders and Their Herbal Reme - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2008 from Shelly WalkerThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Herbal Remedies. Herbal Remedies are medicines and supplements created with plant and plant extracts to treat various aliments. Herbal remedies are traced back to folk and traditional medicinal practices. Kennon and Aurelia ...
Views: 1599 - Definition: Herbal Remedies - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2008 from Shelly WalkerHerbalism is a traditional medicinal or folk medicine practice based on the use of plants and plant extracts. Herbalism is also known as botanical medicine, medicinal botany, medical herbalism, herbal medicine, herbology, and phytotherapy. Sometimes the scope of herbal medicine is extended to ...
Views: 3785 - Introducing Herbal Medicine - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Nathaniel WhitmoreIt is not difficult to imagine herbal medicine as one of the most ancient forms of medicine. Perhaps touch healing and dietary changes came first. The desire to touch an inflicted area is instinctual and evolved into many sophisticated forms of hands-on-healing. Diet also is primary. When ...
Views: 1069 - Angelica - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2008 from Bruce BurnettOne competing legend about angelica claims that a monk named the herb during the Black Death after an angel appeared and showed him that it could cure the plague. Another maintains the herb is named after St. Michael the Archangel because it blooms on the saint’s feast day, May 8th. ...
Views: 1492 - How To Colon Cleanse - 5 Expert Tips - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2008 from Mark AmentIf you're considering colon cleansing for the first time, the choices can seem overwhelming. Herbal cleanses, oxygen cleanses, fiber programs, specialized diets, fasting and more are all on the colon cleansing market. No matter what kind of cleanse you end up doing, you can improve your ...
Views: 1245 - Soap Nuts: The Green Clean Detergent - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2008 from Matt JohnsonThe North American consumer is moving towards becoming an informed buyer. An average American is now aware of facts that previously went unnoticed such as the presence of Triclosan in anti-bacterial soaps, bisphenol-A in plastics and that air fresheners are abuzz with phthalates. In simple ...
Views: 1372 - ***Unwanted Weight Gain and Obesity - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2008 from Kennon and Aurelia WardThis has become a nationwide epidemic. We live in a society that lives in the Fast Food Lane. Forty years ago, most meals were eaten at home with family. Now we eat out or on the run most of the time. What ever happened to sitting down as a family and enjoying dinner together? I know it is hard ...
Views: 1529 - Herbal Remedies - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2008 from Don FarrowNature has so much to offer and some of the greatest gifts from nature are herbs. Herbs awaken our senses giving us beauty, flavor, aromas, food and medicine. Herbalism is the study of herbs and is based on the relationship between plants, humans and our planet. The study of and use of herbs ...
Views: 1229 - Resveratrol At Eastherb - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2008 from Eastherb Eastherb2Plant body synthesized this compound during the stressful conditions like nutritional deficiency and fungal infection. Resveratrol supplements are believed to show their favorable effects on heart health. It is helpful in decreasing the blood cholesterol level and because of its ability to ...
Views: 948 - Constipation - Home Remedies For Constipation - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2008 from Peter HutchConstipation refers to any irregularity in, or absence of, bowel movements. The slow movement of food through the large intestine and the amount of time the waste remains in the colon are factors that contribute to constipation. More and more water is absorbed while the waste is in our body and ...
Views: 1124 - Neem As An Ayurvedic Home Remedy - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2008 from Shaiju JosephMedicinal plants and herbs have been part of humanity since the dawn of civilization. Neem is a well-known medicinal plant used in India from time immemorial. In India neem is known as margosa or Indian lilac. It is an evergreen tree and cultivated in various parts of the Indian subcontinent. ...
Views: 1861 - ***Hot Colds And Cold Colds - Winter Health - by Submitted on May 09, 2011 from Susun WeedWinter is coming. So are colds and the flu. Here are some tips for preventing these viral illnesses. And for getting well fast if you do get sick. Preventing colds and the flu can be summed up in three words: Wash your hands. The viruses that cause colds and the flu most readily enter our ...
Views: 2216(1 vote) - How To Get Rid Of Acidity - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2008 from Peter HutchAntacids relieve symptoms, promote ulcer healing, and reduce recurrence. They are relatively inexpensive but must be taken 5 to 7 times/day. The optimal antacid regimen for ulcer healing seems to be 15 to 30 mL of liquid or 2 to 4 tablets 1 h and 3 h after each meal and at bedtime. The total ...
Views: 1114 - There Does Indeed Exist "Cures" For Cancer - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2008 from Anthony CappelloThere is no doubt that there are loving and caring doctors and researchers in this world who are willing to try anything to help a patient recover from cancer. Unfortunately, a lot of the big wigs at pharmecutical companies claim that patients must take certain drugs to overcome their cancer in ...
Views: 1487 - Herbs For Arthritis And Rheumatism - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 from Diana KetchenTired of conventional medicines that treat the symptoms of arthritis and rheumatism but not the underlying problems? Through personal experience I know that herbs can and will treat the root cause and heal you naturally. In the Musculo/Skeletal System, particularly with the disease of ...
Views: 1159 - Types And Symptom Of Kidney Stones - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2008 from Peter HutchFor unknown reasons, the number of people in the United States with kidney stones has been increasing over the past 30 years. In the late 1970s, less than 4 percent of the population had stone-forming disease. By the early 1990s, the portion of the population with the disease had increased to ...
Views: 810 - Diarrhea - Treatment For Diarrhea - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2008 from Peter HutchDiarrhea is loose, watery stools. A person with diarrhea typically passes stool more than three times a day. People with diarrhea may pass more than a quart of stool a day. Acute diarrhea is a common problem that usually lasts 1 or 2 days and goes away on its own without special treatment. ...
Views: 937 - Herbs With Claims To Lower Blood Glucose - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2008 from Jonathan KlemensThe long-term complications of uncontrolled diabetes are well documented – damage to eyes, kidneys, nerves, blood vessels, and other organs. Most of this damage is attributed to chronic elevated blood glucose levels. Type II diabetics and pre-diabetics are aware of these dangers and often ...
Views: 5536 - ***Tension Headache Relief - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2008 from Kennon and Aurelia WardHeadaches can be a very serious issue. If you have a headache for more than a few hours, you probably need to seek professional help. If you have headaches several times a week you may have a serious condition that needs to be treated more aggressively. For most people, headaches are caused by ...
Views: 2230 - Infection Of The Bladder - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2008 from Paul RodgersThe bladder is connected to the kidneys by two tubes called ureters that carry urine into the bladder, where it is stored until you pass it into the outside world through a single tube called a urethra. An overactive bladder is a condition that results from sudden, involuntary contraction of the ...
Views: 827 - How Honey Can Heal A Wound - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2008 from Frank BuonanotteScientists have determined that a certain type of honey called Manuka Honey is more capable of healing wounds and clearing infections than antibiotics and other forms of traditional medicine. As a result, Manuka Honey is now being used as a main ingredient in wound care products and other skin ...
Views: 1101 - Home Remedies For Hair Loss - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2008 from Peter samsHealthy hair care habit will keep you happy, stress free and help you in maintaining shiny hair, which every one desires to have. Beautiful hair emphasizes your style and personality. This article will provide valuable tips for hair care. Add 6-8 drops of lemon juice to an egg. Beat well and ...
Views: 6065 - The New Secret Weapon In The Battle Against Infection - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2008 from Frank BuonanotteThe healing power of honey is becoming more recognized out of necessity with the need for a solution to the increase of antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria. In fact, a particular type of honey has been found to be effective in treating burns, wounds and boils. Manuka Honey is becoming ...
Views: 726 - Manuka Honey Kills MRSA Superbugs - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2008 from Frank BuonanotteScientists have discovered that a certain type of honey has the antibacterial properties to kill the hospital superbugs which claim thousands of lives per year. Well known for thousands of years for its medicinal properties, this special type of honey called "Manuka Honey" is able to destroy ...
Views: 987 - Impotence And Herbs - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2008 from Samuel AdeleyeImpotency and Herbs By: Adeleye Jacob Adewale RN, RPN, Adeleye samuel B.pharm Sex is a basic instinct like hunger. Sexual activity, however, demands complete concentration and relaxation. It cannot be performed in haste and tension. People who are usually tense and over occupied are unable to ...
Views: 6198 - ***Iron Neck or Stiff Neck and Shoulders - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2008 from Kennon and Aurelia WardIron Neck is a condition where the muscles in the neck get stiff. There are a number of remedies that can be used that do not include using drugs. One recommendation is a hot wrap with a therapeutic massage. There are also teas that help relax the body. I will discuss some of these and other ...
Views: 3498 - Breast Cancer - When Medical Treatment Failed, She Turned To Herbs - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2008 from Chris K H TeoSiew (not real name), 44-year-old-female, is a radiographer in a hospital in Hong Kong. In July 2002, Siew faxed me this message: “I suffer from cancer of the breast – infiltrating ductal carcinoma in August 1993. Total right mastectomy was performed. Secondary to the bones was detected at the ...
Views: 2001 - Natural Birth Control - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2008 from Samuel AdeleyeUsing contraceptives are bad for women's health. Scientific research show contradicting news that they are safe as contraceptive but increase chances of cancer. Therefore we suggest to follow the natural birth control methods which is by simple observation and healthy and safe. We recommend ...
Views: 5854 - Alopecia Hair Loss Treatment - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2008 from Paul RodgersAlopecia means partial or complete loss of hair and mostly occurs on the scale as well as bearded areas, eye brows and eyelashes. Alopecia can affect anyone: it occurs in males and females of all ages and races, although it tends to be more common in childhood through to early adulthood. Up to ...
Views: 1224 - Home Remedies For Head Louse - Get rid of Head Lice - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2008 from Dr John AnneWhat is a Head Louse? Head louse is a type of louse which lives and feeds in the hair of humans. There are several different kinds of lice, but head louse can be by far the most irritating. Head louse is common among children because it can be so easily spread, usually by sharing hair brushes ...
Views: 4269(1 vote) - Home Remedies For Cold Sores - Reduce Cold Sores Appearance - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2008 from Dr John AnneGeneral Information on Cold Sores If you ever have had a cold sore, you know how embarrassing it can be. Most people try to cover it up with cosmetics or hide behind a scarf or coat collar, but you do not have to be embarrassed by a simple little cold sore, because they are so easy to ...
Views: 3199(1 vote) - Home Remedies For Sinus Infections - Relief To Breath - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2008 from Dr John AnneThe constant pressure. The agonizing pain. Continually stuffed nasal passages. An almost chronic condition. It's a sinus infection. If there were only home remedies for sinus infections. Sinusitis, the clinical term for a sinus infection, affects the paranasal sinuses by causing great ...
Views: 3363(1 vote) - Home Remedies For Hemorrhoids - Fast Relief At Home - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2008 from Dr John AnneEncyclopedias reference the condition of hemorrhoids, in a summarization, as either or a combination of inflammation, swelling or varicosities of the veins within the rectal areas of the anus. In individuals who suffer from this uncomfortable condition, in pursuit of home remedies for ...
Views: 1257(1 vote) - Home Remedies For Asthma To Prevent Asthma Attack - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2008 from Dr John AnneWhen it comes to asthma home remedies be careful about which ones you choose. If you are looking for natural asthma home remedies on the net, be careful and study each one before attempting them yourself, look for testimonials from other asthmatics that have similar symptoms to what you may be ...
Views: 1355(1 vote) - ***Valentine Herbs for Heightened Romance - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Kennon and Aurelia WardThere are many herbs touted to assist enhancement of sensuality, and further inflame sexual desires, especially during Valentines, a time for celebrating romance. Hmmm. Romance. Are there herbs to enhance the experience of romance? Glad you asked – as a matter of fact, there are a ...
Views: 3618(2 votes) - Lower Blood Sugar Level - Natural Cure For Diabetes - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2008 from Dr John AnneDid you know that there are many natural foods and herbal supplements that you can take that will help decrease your blood sugar level naturally? Diabetic mellitus patients are frequently made aware of the innumerable pharmaceutical products that are accessible…but what if you want to ...
Views: 2256(1 vote) - How To Benefit From Herbs - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2008 from George KeyThe medicinal benefits of herbs have been well documented. Many of the spices that we use to flavor our food can also help to heal us. In this article, we will discuss some of the most common herbs and how they can benefit us more then just my simply spicing up our favorite meals. Garlic: ...
Views: 1029 - Simple Tips To Restore Your Confidence In Your Hair - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2008 from Sarika PeriwalIf you are looking for treatment for your damaged hair that has been troubling you, all you may need is a return to the basics. A few minutes spent every day in caring for your hair, a slightly different lifestyle and using natural products may make more of a difference in returning your hair to ...
Views: 1087 - Home Remedies For Sore Throat - Get Fast Relief - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2008 from Dr John Anne1. Mango bark is effective in the treatment of a sore throat and other throat related disorders. Its fluid that is extracted by grinding can be applied locally with favorable results. It can also be used as a throat gargle. This gargle is made by simply mixing ten milliliters of the fluid ...
Views: 1314(1 vote) - Green Tea Extracts To Reduce The Risk Of Heart Disease And Some Cancers - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2008 from Paul RodgersGreen tea extracts are among the most widely used ancient medicinal agents, while androgens are probably the oldest drugs used in a purified form in traditional Chinese medicine. Supplements containing green tea extracts are a completely natural way of reducing weight with very little risk of ...
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