Herbal Medicine

Garlic has an impressive body of research to back its usefulness in the treatment of two common heart-related conditions. Find out if you might benefit.

Oct 17, 2000 - Christine Traxler

Herbs have become increasingly prominent in the area of constipation prevention and treatment. Find out which products are right for you in this article.

Oct 3, 2000 - Christine Traxler

Echinacea enjoys popularity as a respiratory infection miracle. Read about what's true and what may be wishful thinking in this article.

Sep 19, 2000 - Christine Traxler

Ginkgo biloba is hyped everywhere as an herb that can improve your memory and mental performance. Learn how it works and whether any of these claims are valid.

Aug 22, 2000 - Christine Traxler

St. John's Wort enjoys widespread use in Europe for the treatment of mild depression. Find out if this is an herb that could work for you.

Aug 8, 2000 - Christine Traxler

Ginger, a wonderful Chinese flavoring, is a helpful herb as well, particularly for those who suffer from motion sickness.

Jul 25, 2000 - Christine Traxler

This article talks about feverfew, an herbal preparation which holds promise in the prevention of migraine headaches.

Jul 11, 2000 - Christine Traxler

This is Part II of a series on herbal treatments for arthritis. Boswellia, turmeric and cayenne are highlighted as they apply to arthritis relief.

Jun 27, 2000 - Christine Traxler

This article discusses the causes of arthritis and begins to explore how herbal remedies can help relieve arthritis pain.

Jun 13, 2000 - Christine Traxler

A continuation of the previous article on fenugreek, this part discusses uses of this herb in the areas of diabetes and cholesterol reduction.

May 30, 2000 - Christine Traxler

Part One of two articles on fenugreek discusses recent claims about the herb's ability to enhance breast size in women.

May 16, 2000 - Christine Traxler

This article focuses on plant sources of estrogen-like compounds called phytoestrogens. It summarizes the research and tries to make sense out of conflicting data in the literature.

May 2, 2000 - Christine Traxler

Focusing on Dong Quai and Wild Yam Cream, this article looks at the risks and benefits of each in the treatment of menopausal symptoms. This is part II of a three-part series on menopause.

Apr 18, 2000 - Christine Traxler

The first of a three-part series of articles dealing with menopause and how herbal therapies can help.

Apr 4, 2000 - Christine Traxler

This article describes the herbal remedies available for men who suffer from a common urinary tract disorder known as Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy or BPH.

Mar 21, 2000 - Christine Traxler

This article describes the use of the herbal remedy,ephedra, for weight-loss and discusses its associated risks.

Mar 7, 2000 - Christine Traxler

If sleep escapes you some nights and you're looking for relief in a natural form, read this article about how herbal remedies can help you get the rest you need.

Feb 22, 2000 - Christine Traxler

This article describes the pitfalls consumers face when choosing herbal remedies.

Feb 2, 2000 - Christine Traxler