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Hops
The word "hops" probably makes most think of a beer ingredient, but hops have beneficial health uses as well.
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Comfrey Pulled by the FDA
In a major policy shift, the FDA has ordered the recall of the herb Comfrey. This herb commonly used for a variety of conditions has been found to cause liver damage, is a carcinogen and can be deadly.
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Herbal Uses of Sassafras in Southwest Louisiana
Native Americans have gifted Cajun Louisiana with ancient traditions of natural healing using the Sassafras officinale tree and elder residents retain that knowledge.
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Preparing an Herbal Tincture
Up until the early 20th century, doctors used extracts of beneficial herbs to treat all manner of ills. With a modicum of knowledge, anyone can make an herbal tincture.
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Nutraceuticals and Disease Prevention Pt. 2
The use of herbs for specific physical conditions is still in its infancy in modern society. Still, it is a movement whose time has come. Any trip to the pharmacy will expose you to a gamut of herbal preparations for a variety of ailments. This week we will begin to explore the use of herbal remedies for common concerns.
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Herbal "How To"
Many of my articles refer to tinctures, infusions and decoctions. This article will tell you what those things are.
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Herbal Remedy, Elymus repens
Elymus repens may be used as an alternative treatment to relieve disorders disorders of the kidneys and urinary tract such as Cystitis and Urethritis.
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Herbs and Herbal Medicine
"Herb: (noun)...any plant used as a medicine, seasoning, or flavoring..." (Webster's New World College Dictionary, Fourth Edition 2005)
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Herbs and Surgery
Herbals and surgery don't always mix, and are not always good together. It is always best not to take herbals prior to procedures, and here's why.
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SPECIAL ALERT - RECALL OF ANSO COMFORT CAPSULES
There has been an emergency recall of Anso Comfort Capsules, an herbal supplement, due to to contamination by a prescription sedative medication.
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Goose Fat or Goose Grease
Goose fat transforms the flavor of roast dinners, and had many other traditional uses such as home poultice remedies.
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Head Injuries in Older Adults
The aging brain combined with common medications makes older adults more vulnerable to traumatic brain injury with more severe consequences.
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Herbs Enhance Life
Using and growing herbs can help in the overall enjoyment of nature and life.
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Making Therapeutic Herbal Teas
You can make your own therapeutic herbal infusions, decoctions and broths. It's easier than you think to make healing herbal teas.
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Oregano Oil Benefits
Oregano oil benefits include its antibacterial and antimicrobial properties. It's used to treat a variety of ailments from the flu to skin infections.
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Sleep Easy
The importance of good quality sleep cannot be stressed enough, especially in today's culture, which encourages us to take on more challenges than ever before.
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St John's Wort in the Treatment of Depression
Many people find that the use of St John's wort can offer relief from mild or moderate symptoms of depression. It is important, however, to exercise caution in its use.
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The Psychoactive Health Benefits of Damiana Herb
With 35 active substances[1], this herbal remedy reduces anxiety and lowers blood sugar similar to marijuana. Smoke it or take it as a nutritious tonic.
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Tree Medicine and Magic - The Oak
Known as the mightiest of trees, the oak has been revered for its sheltering and stable presence by ancient Druids and modern Pagans alike.
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Causes of Sore Throat
Sore throat is mostly caused by infection and can be the precursor to a number of illnesses. There are few effective treatments but the condition is usually self limiting
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Classifying Drugs for Use During Pregnancy
Many medications are associated with adverse effects during pregnancy; some drugs are safe; others might be prescribed in spite of their risks; some should never be used.
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Control Bed Bugs Naturally
Understanding how bed bugs bite may mean the difference between bring them home to feast on your family and leaving them out in the cold.
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Edible Roses
The fruit of the rose offers both nutritional and medicinal value, while adding a colorful point of interest to the winter garden.
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Ephedra---Help for Dieters?
This article describes the use of the herbal remedy,ephedra, for weight-loss and discusses its associated risks.
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Garlic & Mushrooms - an Unlikely Partnership?
On most menus as a routine starter, they nevertheless contain some fascinating folklore which is worth digesting - if you have a strong stomach for herbal medicine.
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He Shou Wu - An Herb With Anti-Aging Benefits
He Shou Wu is an herb commonly used in China to help combat the effects of alopecia and premature aging symptoms like graying hair and hair loss.
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Herbal Headache Remedies
Several common herbs provide a safe, gentle alternative to prescription drugs when a headache cure is sought. It is easy to grow your own herbal headache remedies.
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Herbs for Prostate Health
Prostate cancer and BPH are common causes of low quality-of-life scores among middle-aged and elderly men. A few herbs can improve those scores.
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Managing Colic
The crying of a colicky infant can go on for hours; the parents of such infants are often fatigued and frazzled. Colic is poorly understood. So, too, is its treatment.
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Michael Jackson's Medications
Drugs found in Michael Jackson's body are a mix that can cause serious, even life-threatening adverse effects.
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Texas Gardener – Preparing Medicinal Herbs
Herbs are prepared for medicinal use in four ways: infusion, decoction, tincture, and distillation. A Texas gardener can prepare many medicinal herbs in their kitchen.
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The Acne Curse
Learn how to defeat acne with preparations made from your garden, kitchen cupboards, and refrigerator
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The Beef Tapeworm and the Human Host
The beef tapeworm has been with humanity a long time - long enough to inspire a collection of stranger-than-fiction facts and peculiar misunderstandings.
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Using Herbs to Enhance Your Health
When used in combination with regular medical care, herbs can offer a great way to offset many common ailments. Herbs are gentle and usually do not cause side effects.
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Using the Herb Valerian for Better Sleep
Sleep has restorative benefits the body requires to fight disease, repair and rebuild itself, eliminate wastes and fight invaders. When you can't sleep this can help.
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Walking with the Crone
The anti-woman view of menopause as a pathology accounts for the misconceptions and mishandling of this perfectly normal life process.
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Acid Reflux, Heartburn, GERD, Indigestion
25% of Americans have been or will be diagnosed with dyspepsia each year. Are you one of them? Discover the symptoms, how to avoid refllux disease, and natural remedies.
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Alternative Treatments for Varicose Veins
Varicose veins are a common and sometimes painful problem. Conventional treatment often involves invasive procedures, something many people would like to avoid.
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Cataracts
Most cataracts are an age-related degenerative change in the crystalline lens of the eye. New technology has improved outcomes of surgical treatment.
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Ginger in Autoimmune Disease
Ginger is widely used in herbal medicine to reduce inflammation. This article describes what you can expect from adding ginger to your healing protocol.
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Herbal Alternatives for a Healthy Prostate
A growing body of evidence suggests that over-screening and invasive diagnostic and treatment methods do not always translate into fewer cancer deaths.
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Herbal Simpling
Although modern living has frayed the connection between people and the natural world, it is still possible to safely collect medicinal herbs from one's environment.
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Herbal Skin Care
Make your own skin care products from herbs and other natural ingredients.
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Herbal Skin Care for Pets
Herbal skin care for pets.,Herbal skin care for pets.
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Herbs for Inducing Labor
Herbs are sometimes used to induce labor contractions. There are potential unwanted side effects with herbs that all pregnant women need to know.
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How Can I Make More Breast Milk?
If you are wondering if you have enough breast milk, here are ways to tell if your baby is getting enough and how to build up your supply if you need to make more.
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Japanese Water Therapies
Water therapies in Japan, which focus on inner balance, include the traditional home bath, the communal bath, tea ceremonies, aromatherapy and waterfall treatments.
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Keloids and Hypertrophic Scars
Abnormal wound healing can lead to scarring that presents cosmetic, functional, and therapeutic challenges.
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Menopause and the Female Climacteric Period
What is the climacteric period? What are the symptoms of peri-menopause and post-menopause? Discover natural herbal remedies to reduce and alleviate menopausal symptoms.
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Not Sleeping Well Lately? Herbal Remedies for Insomnia
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.
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