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Hives - treatable with a variety of herbal remedies.
Hives are itchy red welts on the skin that commonly present on people that have allergic reactions such as hay fever. They usually appear in groups and can be very uncomfortable. Also known as urticaria, they release histamines and other chemicals that result in localized swelling and itching...
Permalink -- click for full blog postHeartburn - relieve the symptoms with some commonly available herbs.
Heartburn is characterized by a burning sensation felt just above the abdomen in the chest. In severe cases, heartburn can be confused with a heart problem...
Permalink -- click for full blog postHigh Blood Pressure - use natural herbs to control this common ailment.
High blood pressure affects almost one third of adults in the United States, according to the American Heart Association. Even more amazing, many don't even know they have a blood pressure problem...
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Permalink -- click for full blog postHiccups - treatable with a variety of herbal remedies.
Intractable hiccups can be caused by indigestion, a brain tumor that affects the breathing center of the brain, liver or kidney problems, a stroke, asthma, abdominal surgery, pneumonia, excessive consumption of alcohol, or the side effects of medications like muscle relaxants...
Permalink -- click for full blog postHeat Stroke - herbs and fruits are both effective treatments.
Heat stroke follows heat exhaustion. This is a dangerous situation. Staying out in hot weather for too long without adequate protection and hydration can cause your temperature to spike to dangerous levels...
Permalink -- click for full blog postHeart Disease - herbs can play a big part in helping you maintain a healthy heart.
Heart disease can lead to heart attack, stroke and death. Luckily there are many natural herbs that can play a big part in helping you maintain a fit and healthy heart...
Permalink -- click for full blog postNeem - one of the major herbs in Ayurvedic medicine.
Neem can be useful for headaches, fever, sore throat, colds, flu, food poisoning, shingles, fungal infections, mononucleosis, hepatitis, yeast infections, digestive and kidney problems, malaria, AIDS, diabetes and cancer...
Permalink -- click for full blog postHearing Loss - yes, herbs can help you with hearing loss.
Hearing loss could be due to genetics, or to a congenital problem like rubella, atresia, cytomegalovirus, fetal iodine deficiency or fetal methyl mercury...
Permalink -- click for full blog postHeadache - treatable with a variety of herbal remedies.
A headache can be caused by tension, stress, dehydration, low blood sugar, lack of sleep, hormonal changes, depression or anxiety. Some are also triggered by certain foods or caffeine...
Permalink -- click for full blog postHead Lice - you can use natural herbal products to get rid of these pests.
Head lice are small insects that live in human hair. They are often thought of as afflicting only people with poor hygiene, but this is not true. They afflict anyone they come in contact with. An adult louse lives about 20 days and is about the size of a sesame seed...
Permalink -- click for full blog postHay Fever - treatable with a variety of herbal remedies.
Hay fever, also known as allergic rhinitis, refers to seasonal allergies that are suffered by many people. The usual irritant is pollen and other airborne irritants. Some people are affected more by grass pollen, others by tree pollen or mold spores...
Permalink -- click for full blog postHair Loss - herbs have answers for the common problem of baldness.
People with hereditary hair loss may have more hormone receptors in the areas where hair is lost. The male hormone testosterone is converted to dihydrotestosterone (DHT). This new form damages hair follicles...
Permalink -- click for full blog postHalitosis - herbs like parsley, fennel and anise can help with bad breath.
Common causes of halitosis include food or beverages that have recently been eaten, large doses of vitamins, poor dental hygiene, dentures, cavities, smoking, alcoholism...
Permalink -- click for full blog postHangover - some herbs do have positive effects on this common self infliction.
A hangover could be said to be a milder version of alcohol withdrawal. Alcoholics withdrawing from the effects of alcohol go through the same thing, only stronger. It is known as delirium tremens...
Permalink -- click for full blog postGout - herbs like alfalfa, chicory and black cohosh are good treatments.
Gout is a form of arthritis that occurs when the blood and tissues contain a large amount of uric acid. The uric acid forms sharp, needle-like crystals that congregate in the joints...
Permalink -- click for full blog postGoiter - some herbal remedies can help regulate the thyroid gland.
The primary symptom of goiter is the enlargement of the thyroid gland. It creates a prominent swelling on the neck. The size can vary from hardly noticeable to very large. If the thyroid is inflamed, the gland can be painful...
Permalink -- click for full blog postGingivitis - treatable with herbs that have antibacterial properties.
Gingivitis is often caused by the bacteria in the mouth affecting the gums. This usually begins with the bacteria adhering to plaque on the teeth, which then evolves into tartar...
Permalink -- click for full blog postGERD - treatable with a variety of herbal remedies.
Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, is also known as acid reflux disease. This occurs when the lower esophageal sphincter does not close properly, allowing the contents of the stomach to leak back up into the esophagus...
Permalink -- click for full blog postGenital Warts - many herbs have antiviral and antibacterial properties that are effective against warts.
Genital warts are raised bumpy clumps that grow in the genital region. The clumps resemble a cauliflower. The virus that causes genital warts may be carried by people who do not have warts themselves...
Permalink -- click for full blog postGastritis - inflammation, infection or irritation of the stomach lining.
Symptoms of gastritis are similar to many other gastrointestinal disorders. You may experience abdominal pain or cramping, nausea, vomiting, anorexia, bleeding, hiccups, dark stools, diarrhea, belching, flatulence, heartburn, fever and loss of appetite...
Permalink -- click for full blog postGall Bladder Problems - some herbs are well known as being useful to the gall bladder.
Gall bladder problems might include inflammation, infection, gall stones and obstruction. These are conditions that can slow or obstruct the flow of bile from the gall bladder to the liver and can result in gall bladder disease if left unchecked...
Permalink -- click for full blog postFluid retention - many herbs are natural diuretics that can help ease swelling.
Fluid retention is also known as edema. This occurs when water is held in the tissues. The lymphatic system normally processes fluid in the cells and sends it back to the bloodstream, but when the lymph system is not properly removing the fluid, the tissues hold onto it, causing edema...
Permalink -- click for full blog postFlatulence - an embarrassing problem that can be eased with various herbal remedies.
Symptoms of flatulence include releasing gas frequently, an unpleasant odor, and sometimes cramping or abdominal discomfort...
Permalink -- click for full blog postFibromyalgia - treatable with a variety of herbal remedies.
Common symptoms of fibromyalgia include premenstrual syndrome, painful periods, chest pain, memory impairment, numbness, muscle twitching, irritable bladder, dizziness, skin sensitivities...
Permalink -- click for full blog postHome Remedies for Fever - herbs have natural ingredients to fight fever.
Home remedies for fever can be made from many commonly available herbs much cheaper than commercially available treatments..
Permalink -- click for full blog postFibroids - herbs like cramp bark and wild yam can give natural relief.
Symptoms of fibroids include a feeling of heaviness or pressure in the abdomen, bleeding between periods, low back pain, pain during intercourse, urinary frequency or incontinence, cramping, bowel difficulties and severe menstrual flooding and pain...
Permalink -- click for full blog postFertility Problems - many herbal treatments are available to help improve the chances of conception.
Fertility problems plague a number of couples and many seek help to conceive a child. There are herbal remedies for this problem that can address many of the complex issues that may be causing a problem with conception...
Permalink -- click for full blog postEye Problems - calendula, coleus, eyebright, all good herbal treatments for eyes.
There are many causes for eye problems. Blepharitis is a common inflammatory ailment that affects the eyelids, causing burning, itching and irritation. The eyes may feel sandy, itchy and be red or swollen. There may be crusty discharge...
Permalink -- click for full blog postEndometriosis Treatment - treatable with a variety of herbal remedies.
Endometriosis treatment is available from various herbal remedies. A chronic, progressive disease in women, this is a condition where the cells that line the uterus grow outside of the uterus...
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