More Americans looking to food as a source for everyday wellness It was about 60 years ago that processed foods and fast-food outlets started to become mainstays of the American lifestyle. The fast-food culture that developed tended to view eating as an inconvenience, providing basic fuel for the day and not much else. More than half a century later, many Americans are more particular about the foods they choose for themselves and their families. In fact, people are seeking out the added health benefits that can be provided by functional or “super” foods. According to the 2011 IFIC Functional Foods Survey, as many as 90 percent of Americans can match at least one food with its associated health benefit....
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Home Made Medicine Review:
When we first studied the website for "The Home Made Medicine E-Book" we were skeptical. Could this be just another collection of well known home herbal remedies? But the use of medicinal herbs and herbal medicine has been of interest, and we closely examine all resources we can find on the topic.
The recipes included in this e-book are very simple to prepare, and most of the ingredients are already in your kitchen or you could buy them in a local supermarket or fruit and vegetable store.
And natural, herbal beauty treatments are not actually the main part of the book. It offers surprisingly simple and effective herbal recipes for many common conditions. Here are only a few:
Acne
Insomnia
Common colds (yes it actually work, not just make the symptoms go away)
Hair loss
Dandruff
Constipation
Asthma
Arthritis
Hemorrhoids
Charles Silverman (the author of this book) is a doctor from Miami who specializes in herbal medicine. Throughout his work he traveled a lot and found many natural remedies people use around the world. He tried them all and selected ones where there is scientific proof that they give positive effect.
Now, don’t misunderstand - Charles doesn’t sell any herbal remedies on that website. Instead his book teaches how to prepare them at home, from commonly available ingredients.
Buying readily made herbal medicine is convenient, but you can never be sure if it is made properly. Also really good herbal remedies have a short shelf life; they lose their effectiveness after only a few days. This is the main reason why most practitioners always prefer to make their own herbal medicine.
Recipes in Charles book really work, and they are simple enough that any average person can make this homemade medicine. Many people express a wish that this book would be available in a printed version, but unfortunately it isn’t. You can only get an electronic copy.
Find out more about "HomeMade Medicine" by Charles Silverman at Home Made Herbal Healing .
Foods That Heal
Recommended Diet For Heart Healthy Home Remedies
Your heart healthy habits begin at home The Centers for Disease Control reports that more than one quarter of all deaths are caused by heart disease alone. However, despite its often-deadly effects, heart disease does not have the high profile of cancer, AIDS and other terminal diseases. This means that many people with heart disease either do not realize they have the condition, or do not seek treatment for early warning signs. While many think that heart disease primarily affects men or the elderly, women are just as likely to suffer from heart disease as men. In fact, approximately 10 percent of women age 45-64 suffer from the disease. Geeta Maharaj, nursing director at Everest College’s Salt Lake City...
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Grandma’s Favorite Folk Remedies To Cure What Ails You
It wasn’t too long ago that nature’s remedies were what families generally depended upon for health tonics and cures for illnesses. Modern day medicine changed all that. Increased costs for medications, and concern over health complications caused by side effects from these drugs have worked together to renew interest in a more natural means to manage health issues. Nature’s drug store is making a comeback. Remember the days of old when Grandmother strapped a warm mustard pack to our congested chests when we had a cold? Or used a warmed tea bag to rid pink eye, a clove of garlic to stop an earache, or prepared a mixture of chaparral and olive oil as a cure for itchy skin?...
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Bitter Melon Health Benefits, Home Remedies
Health Benefits of Bitter Melon Many vegetables are known for their numerous health benefits. Diets composed of more vegetables can reduce the risk of chronic disease and other health ailments. Vegetables can supply the body of necessary nutrients like vitamins, minerals, and fiber that are vital for development and maintenance of the body and internal organs. In addition, many vegetables contain disease-fighting phytochemicals that can help reduce the risk of different kinds cancers, heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes. One such health-promoting vegetable is called bitter melon or bitter gourd (Momordica Charantia), a vegetable that has many health benefits and is now used as food ingredient and a source of alternative medicine. It is now widely available as...
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Home Remedies For Migraine Headaches
Natural treatment methods for migraine headaches are usually harmless and cheaper than traditional pain medications. Sure, it is possible to have negative reactions to natural treatments, but the chances are much less than with medications. Different things work for different people. No two people are alike and a headache treatment method that works for one person may not work for another. But on the contrary, just because one method does not work for someone else does not mean it will not relieve your migraine headaches. There are many alternatives to taking medications when it comes to migraine headache relief. One may be just what you need. Chiropractic adjustments are surely the most popular form of natural headache relief. Patients...
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Food Remedies & Healthy Diet Foods For Losing Weight
It would be unrealistic to think you could successfully lose weight and enjoy what you’re eating with a mere handful of foods, no matter how delicious, nutritious and satisfying they may be. So we’re going to add an extra roster of fat-fighting foods you can eat along with the great foods mentioned in the last section. They’ll lend different tastes and textures to every meal and provide a wide range of vitamins, minerals, proteins and other vital nutrients. Naturally, each one is high in fiber, low in fat and safe when it comes to sodium content, too. Many have crunchiness and flavor we’ve come to desire in snack and nibbling foods. If you’re like most of us, you may...
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Immune-Boosting Foods For Children
By Susan Murphy We are always looking for ways to reduce the effects of winter colds and flu, but how about doing something to actually prevent getting them in the first place? While external measures work to some extent, the best solution for flu lies within your immune system. The immune system is designed to protect you against millions of bacteria, viruses, toxins and parasites that would love to invade your body. With a strong immunity you can easily ward off cold, flu and other such infections. So how do you rev up your immune system? The answer is simple: through your diet. There are a wide variety of immune-boosting foods that can strengthen your immune system and provide...
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Home Remedies for Water Retention
Author: Corwin Brown A tendency toward water retention indicates a weakness in the adrenals/kidneys, the circulatory system or possibly the heart. Fluid retention or bloat that seems to be a menopausal and premenstrual problem is easily remedied, says Susun Weed. She notes “If you tend to bloat, the kidneys must work very hard, and become fatigued. In this circumstance optimal fluid intake should be limited to a quart/liter of fluids daily.” Edema once known as dropsy is an evident case of swelling of your organs or tissue due to collection of fluid. It mainly happens in the feet, ankles and legs because it is the most affected part due to gravity which is also known as peripheral edemawhich affects...
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Home Remedy For Boils: Tea Tree Oil
A boil is an inflamed area, usually based in a hair follicle, and can be caused by a physical condition such as diabetes, acne, or severe dermatitis and can also result from low immunity, irritations, an illness, stress, food allergy, poor diet, shaving, plucking hairs or poor hygiene. A boil usually starts as a tender area, becoming hard and swelling, and eventually softening and forming a head. The head is filled with bacteria and the white blood cells fighting the infection (pus). Staphylococcus is the bacteria that is usually found in the pus of a boil. The bacteria involved are those usually present on healthy skin, so the boil is an indication of low resistance to infection. It is...
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Herbal Tea Remedies E-Book
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Do you suffer from headaches? Try the Headache Relief Tea.
Feeling blue? Whip up a batch of Blues Tea and chase way depression.
Got a cold or the flu. Drink a cup of Cold and Flu tea to help relieve those nasty symptoms.
Can't Sleep? Insomnia Tea is the answer.
Stomach feeling queasy? Try a cup of Tummy Tea made from common household spices.
Or maybe you suffer from allergies? Drink Allergy Season Tea during the allergy season and throw away that over the counter medication.
In The Ultimate Collection Of Herbal Tea Remedies you will find these and many more recipes made from natures plants. Why fill your body with man-made chemicals and risk the side-effects that many drugs can have, when you can use natural remedies?
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Home remedies: Expert guidance on what works, and what doesn’t
When it comes to taking care of your family and yourself, your health is no place to cut corners. Many home remedies, however, can help save you money - and preserve your health - when used wisely to supplement regular care or emergency care from your doctor.
"While patients should always see their doctors for regular checkups and treatment for significant medical issues, it is possible to supplement that care with cost-effective home remedies," says Dr. Philip Hagen, a preventive medicine expert at Mayo Clinic and editor-in-chief of the new "Mayo Clinic Book of Home Remedies." "Common ailments often have simple treatments that could save families hundreds of dollars in medical costs each year."
Whether motivated by the need to cut costs in an uncertain economy or the desire to simplify their lives, many Americans are looking for information about home remedies and self-care. From ear pain and minor eye ailments to varicose veins, a host of ailments can be addressed with home remedies.
Mayo Clinic experts offer guidance, both in the new book and online, for anyone interested in trying some home remedies:
* Chili pepper seed, when used as a rub applied directly to the skin, may ease aching joints.
* Ginger is thought to relieve nausea, and many Asian cultures incorporate it into their diets as a digestive aid.
* A neti pot, a small pot with a long spout, may help reduce sinus inflammation caused by allergies.
* Insomniacs may find relief by inhaling the fragrance of lavender.
* Plant-derived compounds like soy have estrogen-like effects that may help ease hot flashes for women going through menopause.
* A humidifier may help ward off colds by increasing the moisture in the air of your home. Cold viruses thrive in dry conditions.
* Vinegar is thought to reduce nail fungus. Soak your feet for 15 to 20 minutes in a mixture of one part vinegar, two parts warm water. Rinse your feet well and pat dry when done.
Mayo Clinic Book of Home Remedies also recommends you keep certain items on hand for general care and minor first-aid issues, including:
* Bandages of various sizes, gauze, paper or cloth tape, antibacterial ointment and antiseptic solution to deal with cuts.
* Cold packs, gauze, burn spray and an antiseptic cream to treat burns.
* Aids such as a thermometer, aspirin (for adults only) and acetaminophen for children to treat aches, pain and fever.
* Cold packs, elastic wraps and finger splints for sprains, strains and fractures. Remember, however, that serious injuries require treatment from a medical professional.
"Home remedies may not be appropriate for treating every situation all the time; when in doubt, it is always best to consult a medical professional," Hagen says. "But it may be possible to care for minor health issues at home, or to use home remedies to enhance the care you're already receiving from your doctor."
"Mayo Clinic Book of Home Remedies" is available at bookstores nationwide. You can find more health guidance on home remedies and many other health issues at www.MayoClinic.com. (Article courtesy of ARAContent.com)