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30 Most Popular Herbs for Natural Medicine ~
Aloe Vera – Antibacterial, anti-fungal, antiviral, wound and burn healer, natural laxative, soothes stomach, helps skin disorders.
Basil – Powerful antispasmodic, antiviral, anti-infectious, antibacterial, soothes stomach.
Black Cohosh – Relieves menopausal hot flashes, relieves menstrual cramps, helps circulatory and cardiovascular disorders, lowers blood pressure, reduces cholesterol, useful for nervousness and stress. Note: Do not use during pregnancy.
Black Walnut – Good for eliminating parasites, good for fungal infections, good for warts and poison ivy, aids digestion.
Cinnamon – It has been proven that 99.9% of viruses and bacteria can not live in the presence of cinnamon. So it makes a great antibacterial and antiviral weapon.
Cayenne- Catalyst for other herbs, useful for arthritis and rheumatism (topically and internally), good for colds, flu viruses, sinus infection and sore throat, useful for headache and fever, aids organs (kidneys, heart, lungs, pancreas, spleen and stomach, increase thermogenesis for weight loss.
Clove Bud – Improves the immune system, they are also an antioxidant and doubles as an antibacterial and antimicrobial fighter.
Cypress – The therapeutic properties of cypress oil are astringent, antiseptic, antispasmodic, deodorant, diuretic, haemostatic, hepatic, styptic, sudorific, vasoconstrictor, respiratory tonic and sedative.
Dandelion – Helpful for PMS, good for menopause, increases ovarian hormones.
Echinacea (coneflower) – Boosts white blood cell production, immune system support, anti-inflammatory and antiviral properties, good for colds, flu and infection. Note: Use no more than two weeks at a time. Do not use if you are allergic to sunflowers or related species.
Eucalyptus – Anti-infectious, antibacterial and antiviral.
Garlic – Helps fight infection, detoxifies the body, enhances immunity, lowers blood fats, assists yeast infections, helps asthma, cancer, sinusitis, circulatory problems and heart conditions.
German Chamomile – Helps stress, anxiety and insomnia, good for indigestion, useful for colitis and most digestive problems, effective blood cleanser and helps increase liver function and supports the pancreas. Improves bile flow from the liver, it is good for healing of the skin that might come from a blistering chemical agent.
Geranium – Dilates bile ducts for liver detoxification,antispasmodic, stops bleeding, anti-infectious, antibacterial.
Ginger – Helps nausea, motion sickness and vomiting, useful for circulatory problems, good for indigestion, and is also an effective antioxidant.
Lavender – Assists with burns, antiseptic, used as a stress reliever, good for depression, aids skin health and beauty.
Lemon – Is known for its antiseptic properties, Essential Science Publishing says that: According to Jean Valnet, M.D. the vaporized essence of lemon can kill meningococcal bacteria in 15 minutes, typhoid bacilli in one hour, Staphylococcus aureus in two hours and Pneumococcus bacteria within three hours. Lemon also improves micro-circulation, promotes white blood cell formation, and improves immune function.
Marjoram – Anti-infectious, antibacterial, dilates blood vessels, regulates blood pressure, soothes muscles.
Marshmallow – Aids bladder infections, diuretic (helps fluid retention), helps kidney problems, soothes coughs, sore throats, indigestion, and as a topical agent it is said to be anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and wound-healing.
Melissa – Assists in issues with the nervous system, blisters, and has antimicrobial properties.
Mullein – Can be used as a laxative, good for asthma and bronchitis, useful for difficulty breathing, helps hay fever.
Myrrh – Anti-infectious, antiviral, soothes skin conditions and supports immune system. Also an antispasmodic that helps to reduce spasming due to spasms caused by nerve agents.
Oregano – is a powerful antibiotic and has been proven to be more effective in neutralizing germs than some chemical antibiotics. It has been effective against germs like Staphylococcus aureas, Escherichia coli, Yersinia enterocolitica and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Pine – Antidiabetic, cortisone-like, severe infections, hypertensive
Rosemary – Antiseptic, Antibacterial, Cleansing and detoxes the body. Supports the liver and combats cirrhosis.
Rosewood – Anti-infectious, antibacterial, and antiviral.
Sage – Used in anxiety, nervous disorders, as astringent, in abdominal disorders, anti inflammatory.
Spearmint – To calm the Nervous System, aide with Nerve Agents.
Tea Tree – Disinfectant, antibacterial, anti-fungal, burns, good for all skin conditions.
Thyme – Effective against Anthrax and Tuberculosis.
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The main causes of liver damage are~
1. Sleeping too late and waking up too late are main cause.
2. Not urinating in the morning.
3. Too much eating.
4. Skipping breakfast.
5. Consuming too much medication.
6. Consuming too much preservatives, additives, food coloring, and artificial sweetener.
7.consuming alcohol.
8. Consuming unhealthy cooking oil. As much as possible reduce cooking oil use when frying, which includes even the best cooking oils like olive oil. Do not consume fried foods when you are tired, except if the body is very fit.
9. Consuming raw (overly done) foods also add to the burden of liver. Fried veggies should be finished in one sitting, do not store. We should prevent this without necessarily spending more. We just have to adopt a good daily lifestyle and eating habits. Maintaining good eating habits and time condition are very important for our bodies to absorb and get rid of unnecessary chemicals according to'schedule.'
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♥ 12 symptoms of kidney disease you shouldn’t ignore ♥
Most people are not aware of the fact that kidney diseases can be silent killers. They may not show any symptoms for a long time till the situation becomes critical. It is important to recognize the symptoms of kidney diseases to catch them early. Here is a list of twelve such symptoms you should look out for:
♥ Changes in your urinary function ♥ : The first symptom of kidney disease is changes the amount, frequency of your urination. There may be an increase or decrease in amount and/or its frequency, especially at night. It may also look more dark colored. You may feel the urge to urinate but are unable to do so when you get to the restroom.
♥ Difficulty or pain during voiding ♥ : Sometimes you have difficulty or feel pressure or pain while voiding. Urinary tract infections may cause symptoms such as pain or burning during urination. When these infections spread to the kidneys they may cause fever and pain in your back.
♥ Blood in the urine ♥ : This is a symptom of kidney disease which is a definite cause for concern. There may be other reasons, but it is advisable to visit your doctor in case you notice it.
♥ Swelling ♥ : Kidneys remove wastes and extra fluid from the body. When they are unable to do so, this extra fluid will build up causing swelling in your hands, feet, ankles and/or your face.
♥ Extreme fatigue and generalised weakness ♥ : Your kidneys produce a hormone called erythropoietin which helps make red blood cells that carry oxygen. In kidney disease lower levels of erythropoietin causes decreased red blood cells in your body resulting in anaemia. There is decreased oxygen delivery to cells causing generalized weakness and extreme fatigue.
♥ Dizziness & Inability to concentrate ♥ : Anaemia associated with kidney disease also depletes your brain of oxygen which may cause dizziness, trouble with concentration, etc.
♥ Feeling cold all the time ♥ : If you have kidney disease you may feel cold even when in a warm surrounding due to anemia. Pyelonephritis (kidney infection) may cause fever with chills.
♥ Skin rashes and itching ♥ : Kidney failure causes waste build-up in your blood. This can causes severe itching and skin rashes.
♥ Ammonia breath and metallic taste ♥ : Kidney failure increases level of urea in the blood (uraemia). This urea is broken down to ammonia in the saliva causing urine-like bad breath called ammonia breath. It is also usually associated with an unpleasant metallic taste (dysgeusia) in the mouth.
♥ Nausea and vomiting ♥ : The build-up of waste products in your blood in kidney disease can also cause nausea and vomiting.
♥ Shortness of breath ♥ : Kidney disease causes fluid to build up in the lungs. And also, anemia, a common side-effect of kidney disease, starves your body of oxygen. You may have trouble catching your breath due to these factors.
♥ Pain in the back or sides ♥ : Some cases of kidney disease may cause pain. You may feel a severe cramping pain that spreads from the lower back into the groin if there is a kidney stone in the ureter. Pain may also be related to polycystic kidney disease, an inherited kidney disorder, which causes many fluid-filled cysts in the kidneys. Interstitial cystitis, a chronic inflammation of the bladder wall, causes chronic pain and discomfort.
It is important to identify kidney disease early because in most cases the damage in the kidneys can’t be undone. To reduce your chances of getting severe kidney problems, see your doctor when you observe one or more of the above symptoms. If caught early, kidney disease can be treated very effectively.
Courtesy : Healthindia.com
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Years pass by and our kidneys are filtering the blood by removing salt, poison and any unwanted entering our body. With time, the salt accumulates and this needs to undergo cleaning treatments and how are we going to overcome this?
It is very easy, first take a bunch of parsley (MALLI Leaves) KOTHIMIR (DHANIYA) and wash it clean, Then cut it in small pieces and put it in a pot and pour clean water and boil it for ten minutes and let it cool down and then filter it and pour in a clean bottle and keep it inside refrigerator to cool.
Drink one glass daily and you will notice all salt and other accumulated poison coming out of your kidney by urination, also you will be able to notice the difference which you never felt before.
Parsley is known as best cleaning treatment for kidneys and it is natural!
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Benefits Of Potato
• Potatoes are rich source of vitamin C, vitamin B6, copper, manganese, and dietary fiber.
• Sweet potatoes are reasonably low in calories and comprise no fat. They are rich source of beta-carotene, potassium, and vitamin A.
• Potato is the most efficient food for energy production. The energy produced through potato gets stored as glycogen in muscle and liver; it functions as a readily available energy during prolonged, strenuous exercise. That’s why; it is an important part of players’ diet.
• Potatoes are low in sodium, nearly fat free and easy to digest. They make active part of any diet.
• Potatoes are beneficial in curing stomach ulcers and inflamed conditions of the colon.
• Potatoes are also beneficial in hemorrhoid due to their high fiber content.
• Potatoes might help prevent cancer in glands and organs with epithelial tissue because of their high Vitamin A content.
• Potatoes make nice food for diabetics because they help to control blood sugar levels.
• Potatoes help to improve resistance to heart attack and stroke. The potassium content, available in potatoes, helps in maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance in the body cells.
• Potatoes also help in normal functioning of heart and keeping a check on blood pressure. — with Joy Anabelle Semilla.
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LEMON AS A HOME REMEDY FOR PIMPLES !!
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There are different ways in which lemon can be used as a home remedy for pimples. Lime juice can be applied on facial skin as it is or it can be mixed with other substances that are readily available at home. Following are a few methods of using lemon for removing pimples.
• Concentrated lemon extract: Lemon juice can be directly applied on the facial skin to remove pimples. However, you should be careful to apply the juice only on the pimple because the strong bleaching element might make the surrounding skin look whiter than usual if the juice spreads out. It is best to use a cotton swab to apply the concentrated lemon juice on the pimple. You should properly wash and clean your face, possibly with a skin cleanser, before applying the juice.
• Lemon and honey: The oil removing properties and exfoliation of lemon are most effective in combination with some natural moisturizer. Natural honey is a great moisturizer that can soothe the skin which might become too dry due to the application of lemon juice.
• Lemon with rosewater: Just like using the combination of lemon juice with honey, a mixture of lemon juice and rosewater can be just perfect in treating pimples. Rosewater is known for its anti-inflammatory and astringent properties. It is also an excellent skin cleanser.
• Lemon with egg white: Egg white can act as a great skin conditioner and therefore is perfect in combination with lemon juice for treating pimples.
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1. Really do not pick, press or rub your pimples. These actions actually add to the sebum production and rupture the membranes below the actual skin. The infection and sebum will spread underneath your skin and cause more pimples. Also, you risk increasing the prospects of leaving scars on your face.
2. Wash your face 2 times a day utilizing a mild soap. It is usually better yet if you can buy sulfur-based soap especially for acne. If your skin is too oily, use a soap with benzoyl peroxide.
3. Drink more water day-to-day. "Eight glasses of water daily can keep acne away." says Jennifer Thoden, a respected acne expert. The reason is that water can hold waste out of our system that's why it really helps heal and prevent acne flare-ups.
4. Avoid the use of oily products. Avoid products that include hair pomades, intense oil-based facial moisturizers, and oily cleansers.
5. Keep your face clean. You should never rest your chin on your hands or constantly touch your face. Regularly shampoo your hair and keep it off your face, particularly when you fall asleep.
6. Exercise moderately because it facilitates blood circulation and eliminataion of toxins.
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Health & Nutrition Benefits Of Eating Onions
• Fresh as well as cooked onions have anti-platelet adhesiveness, which helps in preventing thrombosis.
• Onion has been found to be very good for those suffering from high blood pressure.
• Onion helps reduce inflammation and is therefore, beneficial for those suffering from Neuritis, Vertigo and Bronchitis.
• Onion, being a diuretic, increases the secretion of urine.
• Regular consumption of onions also prevents colon cancer.
• Onions are rich in flavonoids and thus, provide protection against cardiovascular disease.
• Onions are very good for the health of hair, finger and toe nails and even the eyes.
• Onions contain a number of sulfides that help in lowering blood lipids
• Onions have anti-allergy properties, apart from being slightly laxative.
• Onions help drain out mucus from the cavities and loosen phlegm, in turn alleviating the symptoms of sinus.
• Onions help the body in destroying worms and other parasites.
• Researches have revealed that onions prolong longevity.
• Since onions have the property of helping lower blood sugar, they are good for those suffering from diabetes.
• The extracts of onion, being rich in a variety of sulfides, provide some protection against tumor growth.
• In case of bleeding from the nose it is advisable to smell fresh cut onion, as it can be extremely beneficial in stopping the bleeding.
• Those who are suffering from insomnia should eat onions to get a good night sleep.
• The juice of onion can be highly effective in healing ear pain and blurred vision. Put a few drops in your ears or eyes and get immediate positive results.
• Regular consumption of onion with sugar can be beneficial for those kids who want to gain height.
• 3 ounces of onion juice when taken with water early morning every day can prevent fits.
• Onion can help you combats hair loss and baldness. Pour onion juice on your scalp and message.
• Consumption of white onions with curd can be extremely beneficial in relieving acidity.
• It has been found that onion juice or raw onions can be effective in combating TB bacteria in the body. Eating onion with salt can be more effective.
• The mixture of onion juice and ginger juice can be helpful in stopping vomiting.
• Onion can also be beneficial in toothaches and gum-aches. Cut a small piece of onion and keep it near the affected area to get rid of the pain.
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1. Yams are rich in vitamin C. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant and can help to slow down the aging process and prevent many diseases like cancer. It is also important in promoting the absorption of iron, maintaining healthy skin, and protecting against infections.
2. The tuber is excellent source of B-complex group of vitamins, like pyridoxine (viamin B6), thiamin (vitamin B1), riboflavin, folic acid, pantothenic acid and niacin. The B6 vitamin is required by the liver, helps our digestive system with processing proteins and fats. High intakes of vitamin B6 have also been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease.
3. They also contain folic acid and other B vitamins which help to detoxify excess estrogen and is beneficial with symptoms of premenstrual syndrome.
4. Yams contain complex carbohydrates and fiber, which deliver the goods gradually, slowing the rate at which their sugars are released and absorbed into the bloodstream. So they are very much useful for diabetic patients and is recommended as low glycemic index food.
5. In addition, because they are rich in soluble dietary fiber, it provides satiety and so helpful in reducing weight. Moreover we all know that dietary fiber helps to reduce constipation, decrease bad or "LDL" cholesterol levels. They are also roughage provider because of its richness in fiber content. So by making yams a part of our diet, we can ripe plenty of goodness for our intestinal health.
6. One cup of yams (cubed and cooked) has 158 calories with less than 2 calories being from fat. It provides about 21% of the daily value of fiber, 27% of vitamin C, and 26% of potassium.
7. Yams are rich in manganese, an essential factor for the metabolism of carbohydrate and antioxidant defenses. It is also a co-factor in a number of enzymes that are related to the production of energy. Without manganese, we would not be able to process these nutrients in our system, which are so essential to our body health.
8. It is a rich source of essential fatty acids (Omega-3 fatty acids), which are known to increase the good cholesterol (HDL) levels in the blood.
9. Yams are a good source of potassium, a mineral that helps to control blood pressure and can reduce risk of stroke. Potassium also increases muscular strength and helps to reduce feelings of stress and anxiety, helps fluid balances, and heartbeat regulation.
10. Copper present in yam is required in the production of red blood cells.
11. Iron present in yam is required for red blood cell formation. Folate helps us to process homo-cysteine, a type of an amino acid in our body. This water-soluble vitamin also helps to control anemic problems.
12. Yams also contain a unique phytoestrogen called diosgenin, a hormonal molecule that is currently being experimented for its potential anticancer effects and for the synthesis of the hormones estrogen and progesterone.
13. Extensive research is also going on Dioscorin, a storage protein contained in yam for its benefit on increased kidney blood flow and reduced blood pressure.
14. Eating cooked yam everyday can help relieve diarrhea in cold weather and nourish lungs and relieve chronic coughing and asthma.
15. Yam congee(type of porridge) nourishes skin and hair in dry weather.
16. Yams are also a recommended dietary ingredient for people with anemia, chronic intestine inflammation, poor appetite and indigestion, although they are not recommended for those with constipation.
17. Yams also aid the process of digestion, by dilating vessels and stimulating bile flow.
18. Wild yam helps to decrease water retention.
19. Mexican wild yam is a very effective antispasmodic and is used in conditions like menstrual cramps, pain, improper circulation, neuralgia, nerve tension and muscle tension.
20. The elephant yam is widely used in the treatment of patients suffering from piles.
21. Yam is considered to be a healthy low-fat food and hence can be consumed without any fear of weight gain.
22. It also act as anticoagulant (prevents blood from clotting).
23. Yam also contains good amount of vitamin-A and beta carotene levels. Vitamin A has many functions like maintaining healthy mucus membranes and skin, night vision, growth and protection from lung and oral cavity cancers.
24. Recent research also shows that rich mucoprotein present in yams can promote protein absorption and improve immunity. It can also help prevent hardening of arteries and relieve high blood sugar.
25. Its rich dioscin helps improve cell metabolism and adjust internal secretion, thus helping perfect skin and lengthen one's life.
26. Its decoction is also used to stimulate appetite and to relieve bronchial irritation, cough etc.
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Natural Homemade Hair Masks !!
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All hair types — Avocado and Honey
Mask a ripened avocado and mix in a tablespoon of organic honey and allow it to sit for 20 minutes before rinsing it off in the shower.
Avocados are rich in a variety of vitamins and nutrients, including vitamin E and protein, both of which your hair needs to remain soft and healthy. Meanwhile, honey is a natural antibacterial agent.