Archive for March, 2010

Spices for Life

The medicinal properties of spices has reached beyond their tastes and flavoring of foods. Various research studies has confirmed that most of our  kitchen spices dish up some great benefits as most of these spices...

Know About Allergies

It is common these days to hear that – “ I am allergic to ….” or “Oh my son missed his school today, as he has got allergic reaction from… and had an allergic attack?”...

Reasons for Allergy

Human’s immune system is very complex and interesting mechanism. White blood cells help to combat against various parasites and infections in human body. “Allergens” are substance causing allergic diseases in humans and “Antigens”...

Sleeping Disorders

Sleep is naturally occurring state, distinguished by total or partial unconsciousness and inactivity of all voluntary muscles. Although the purpose and mechanism of sleep is still not fully explored and is subject of intense research....

Nutrients for Healthy Body

A recent U.S. government report has found that Americans are not getting enough nutrients such as calcium, magnesium, potassium, iron, vitamins A, C, and E. This is a byproduct of changing and demanding lifestyle. In...

Fennel

Most people believe that medicines are special plants that have to be grown separately and taken care of. But not all medicinal plants are grown in gardens....

Kidney Tea – Herbal Teas for Kidney

Our kidneys perform the important task of filtering wastes and toxins from the bloodstream. Therefore, it is necessary to keep your kidneys in good health. Mother Nature has given us several herbs, which can help...

Natural home remedies to treat obesity

If you are suffering from obesity, think about using some natural remedies for getting rid of all that excess weight....

Foot Corn – Removing Foot Corn

Wrong footwear is largely responsible for causing foot problems such as corns and calluses. Constant pressure exerted on a particular area of the foot triggers deposition of dead skin cells around the site of irritated...

Rose Hips

Most plants of our planet have got some useful quality in them. Some are used as medicines while others are used in skin creams and the like....

Osteomyelitis – Causes and Treatment

Just like other tissues and organs in our body, our bones are also susceptible to infection. Infection in the bones is known as osteomyelitis. The long bones of the body such as the bones in...

Motion Sickness – Prevention

Motion sickness could ruin your journey. Nausea, vomiting, dizziness and fatigue that occur while you are traveling on a car, ship or airplane will deter you from traveling....

Natural Laxatives

Laxative helps to loosen the bowel and provide relief from constipation. Nature has given us some outstanding laxatives. Although natural laxatives are usually safe for consumption, you should be cautious while taking them. Overuse of...

Grapefruit Diet for Weight Control

Grapefruit is a delicious fruit and is also a blessing in disguise for people controlling their weight. The fruit has the quality to burn the fat in body leading to the weight loss. A three...

Health Advantages of Vetiver Herbal Oil

Inflammation – Owing to the exceptional therapeutic benefits of vetiver essential oil, it is used as an active ingredient in various remedies to treat ailments caused by inflammation of blood circulatory system. Persons suffering from...

Natural Cure of Fatigue

Fatigue has become a common phenomenon these days. Fatigue is the feeling of tiredness which does not get relieved with sleep or relaxation. In fatigue, person always feel tired. There are many possible causes of...

Pregnancy and Nutrition

Pregnancy is an important milestone in the life of women and one needs to be really careful of the diet as the quality of the nutrition directly impacts the growing child. The pregnant women have...

Foodborne Illness

The food that we eat for nourishing our body could even be a source of health hazard. Contaminants and toxins present in foods could make every person susceptible to foodborne illness. Foodborne illnesses are infections...

Treat Gingivitis Naturally

Use Fumitory – Use fumitory plant to treat Gingivitis. Prepare the decoction of the plant with dried shredded plant in a cup of water. Keep boiling for sometime and then cover the solution for twenty...

Hand Numbness – Causes and Treatment

Loss of sensation or numbness in either or both the hands might develop due to several reasons. Often hand numbness is accompanied by a sharp pain or a burning or tingling sensation. Numbness in the...

Belly Fat Diet – Diet for Reducing Belly Fat

The unsightly bulging belly is extremely harmful for your health. Although you can easily lose the fat from your limbs with exercises and diet, belly fat is the most stubborn layer of adipose tissue that...

Adrenal Insufficiency

Adrenal insufficiency develops when the adrenal glands fail to produce sufficient adrenal hormones. The hormones secreted by the adrenal glands regulate several prominent body functions....

Nutmeg Oil for Good Health

Promotes Brain Functionality – Regular intake of nutmeg oil is widely acknowledged as a stimulant for augmenting functionality of mind which further assists in alleviating symptoms associated with certain neural disorders like depression, stress, mental...

Thyroiditis – Types and Treatment

Inflammation of the thyroid gland is known as thyroiditis. Depending on the factor responsible for the swelling of the thyroid gland, thyroiditis is divided into three main categories – Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, De Quervain’s thyroiditis or...

Hypothyroidism Diet

Poor metabolism reduces the body’s ability to burn calories, resulting in fat buildup and weight gain. Thyroxine, the hormone secreted by the thyroid gland, regulates the metabolism of the body....

Balanitis – Causes and Treatment

Balanitis is characterized by swelling on the glans penis or the tip of the penis. Inflammation of the helmet or bell end might be the symptom of infection or irritation of the foreskin of the...

Stomach Bug – Prevention and Treatment

Stomach bugs are one of the major causes of digestive disorders. The bacteria and viruses invading the digestive tract are largely blamed for indigestion, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea....

Bruxism – How to stop teeth grinding

Teeth grinding or bruxism is a habit that affects a large number of children and adults. People affected by this disorder are usually oblivious of their habit, which usually occurs when a person is sleeping....

Sacroiliitis – Dealing with sacroiliac joint pain

Sacroiliac joints are present at the bottom of the spine between the tailbone and the hipbone. On either side of the spine, a sacroiliac joint connects the lower part of the spine to the pelvis....

Pilonidal Cyst – Remedies for pilonidal cysts

Pilonidal cyst is a painful cyst that develops near the cleft of the buttocks, below the tailbone. The word pilonidal stands for a nest of hairs. Presence of hair follicles in the cyst has given...