Tag: Herbs

Chamomile tea can alleviate insomnia, anxiety, and depression. It’s helpful in dealing with premenstrual syndrome, colic, indigestion, gastritis, stomach ulcers, and IBS. It also helps control blood pressure and blood sugar and fights cancer. Drinking chamomile tea has even been found to be associated with a lower risk of death.

If you've ever scraped your knee or had an open wound, the first thing you'd do is reach for an antiseptic cream or lotion....

Antacids aren’t the only treatments for heartburn and indigestion. For a simpler option, use pure calcium carbonate, the major active ingredient in antacids. The enzymes in papaya will soothe digestive problems, too. Herbs like ginger, licorice root, and dandelion can calm digestive muscles and pain. If you have indigestion without heartburn, take peppermint. Many people find relief from water with a bit of baking soda, but don’t overdo it. Chewing gum may also relieve burning from heartburn.

Breastfeeding can be a beautiful bonding experience between mother and child but low milk supply can cause frustration and anxiety. The only clear way to check milk supply is to track the baby's weight gain. To increase milk supply, help the baby with a good latch, nurse frequently, and express or pump milk in between feedings. Fenugreek, ginger, milk thistle and goat's rue may increase production.

Adding these superfoods to your diet will ensure that your gut is healthy. Some such beneficial foods are bone broth, probiotics like yogurt and kefir, garlic, fatty fish and stock, coconut oil, green leafy vegetables, ginger, and wheatgrass. Such foods treat digestive issues, soothe the gut, and have an antimicrobial effect on the pathogenic bacteria that invade the gut system.

After-dinner snacking has always been on the forbidden list for every weight watcher. However, there is now surprising research that says certain midnight snacks...

Ginger, papaya, and mint are simple natural remedies for bloating that are also tasty. If you have bad constipation, take castor oil with ginger tea. Cut back on carbonated beverages to avoid filling your stomach with air. Be mindful of high-fiber foods, especially beans and lentils. Increase your intake slowly! Ditch chewing gum, and avoid dairy if you're lactose intolerant. Take your time with eating and don't talk with your mouth full.

Boils form as a result of bacterial infections of a hair follicle or sebaceous gland. Heat application with Epsom salts is a good way to increase blood flow to the boil and get rid of it. Herbal remedies like turmeric and neem paste also work in helping boils resolve. Crushed garlic application is also an effective remedy. Many have found drinking tea with black seed oil to be useful in getting rid of boils too.

Does your feet look puffier lately? Water retention is a very common condition and affects almost each one of us at some point or...

Plantain is a small plant that is generally considered as an invasive weed. It grows wildly in many parts of North America and is commonly found in the backyards of most people’s houses. There are mainly two varieties of this herb, both of which contain many medicinal properties. It has been used for centuries to treat cuts, burns, and has been scientifically proven as an effective treatment for numerous diseases.

An eye cream made out of natural ingredients is a much better choice to tackle wrinkles. These are nourishing, hydrating, and helps uplifting the skin around your eyes. Some very popular ingredients include frankincense oil, coconut oil, almond oil, vitamin E, shea butter, beeswax, primrose oil, and cocoa butter. All these ingredients are hydrating, anti-inflammatory, and helps to reverse sun damage.

A mice infestation is hard to miss. You might notice droppings, chewed wires, or gnawed fixtures. Luckily, you don’t need a feline to keep them away. Instead of using chemicals and poisons, keep them away with natural repellents. Oils like peppermint, clove, and citronella are a great start. Dilute with water and spray. The scent of ammonia, pepper flakes, and hot sauce will also drive them away. If you’re sensitive to strong aromas, try using bay leaves.

Blocked sweat glands is a chronic condition that causes inflamed boils to erupt on the surface of the skin, especially on the buttocks, neck, armpits and groin. The boils are painful and difficult to manage. However, by altering your lifestyle, and bringing about a few changes to your diet, you can easily deal with the condition.

Lemongrass tea was traditionally used as a digestive aid. However, it also fights cholesterol woes by maintaining healthy levels of triglycerides in your body. In addition to this, it flushes out toxins, helps you sleep better, prevents weight gain, and relieves pain. Certain studies have also found that lemongrass tea might treat respiratory disorders, prevent cancer, and aid in the treatment of type 2 diabetes.

Gray hair can arise at any age and there has been an increased incidence of premature graying these days. Rather than resorting to chemical-laden synthetic hair colors, opt for natural ones. Coffee, tea, certain herbs like sage, henna and indigo can be used weekly once to cover gray hair completely. There are no side-effects with using these as they are all natural. However, it's important that you use good quality and organic products for best results.