Month: October 2016

Whatever the cause, allergies are here to stay, at least for the foreseeable future. However, increasing amounts of scientific evidence support the use of certain natural remedies for allergies. Vitamins C, D & E have been shown to boost the immune system and decrease the severity of allergic symptoms. By looking at the content of these vitamins in various foods, the experts at HealthGrove created an allergy-fighting index using data from the ESHA nutrition database to develop the 25 highest ranking allergy-fighting foods. Here are the top 5: #5 Red Bell Pepper: Allergy Fighting INdex - 89.19 Calories per Serving- 19 Serving Size: 1.0 each (73 grams) Good Source of: Vitamin C (208.1% DV) #4 Mango Allergy Fighting INdex - 89.77 Calories per Serving- 202 Serving Size: 1.0 e...

Irregular periods are something that most of the menstruating women might have experienced. A day or two here and there after their exact 28 days of the period cycle can be fine, but if the period occurs a week ahead of their normal time or is delayed by over a week, then it might be a cause for concern. 1. Raw Papaya - helps in contracting the muscles that in turn induce periods. It can be taken in the form of fruits or juice. 2. Bitter Gourd - Grate the bitter gourd and then prepare the juice. Drink this juice at least once or twice a day every day for about a few weeks. 3.Aloe vera - Take a tablespoon of fresh aloe vera gel extract, mix it along with a teaspoon of honey and have it on an empty stomach early in the morning for about two to three months. Make sure you don't take ...

Tonsilitis is a condition that often includes a sore throat and pain when swallowing, a high temperature, coughing, swollen lymph nodes in the neck and a headache. However, Acute recurring tonsillitis may not respond well to home remedies and may require more drastic measures such as a tonsillectomy. Here are 5 home remedies to ease this infection: Lime - Mix fresh lime juice in warm water with honey and salt and sip on this combination for pain relief from swollen tonsils. Fenugreek seeds - Boil fenugreek seeds in water for half an hour. Cool and strain and use this water to gargle with Milk - Boil milk and add a pinch of turmeric and powdered black pepper powder. Drink this concoction before sleeping for a minimum of three nights in a row as an effective remedy for inflame...

Considered as one of the most virulent forms of cancer, there are treatments and drugs for pancreatic cancer but one can also try simple home remedies to reduce the risk of the disease. Here are some natural remedies: Broccoli - This veggie contains many antioxidants that eliminate carcinogenic free radicals and rich in phytochemicals that also attack cancer cells. Aloe Vera - helps relieve pancreatic and prostate cancer. It is also good for inflammatory disorders. One aloe vera gel once a day keeps the cancer in check Fresh fruit juice- boosts immunity. Regular intake helps fight cancer and prevent it. Soya Bean - inhibits the cancerous cells from utilizing estrogen. Rich in anticarcinogenic enzymes as well. Red Grapes - helps to provide relief from many pancreatic disorder...

Considering obesity is a continued threat to public health—according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 78.6 million, or more than one-third, of U.S. adults are obese. Globally, the World Health Organization (WHO) reported about 13 percent of the world’s population is obese, and in 2014, 39 percent of adults aged 18 years and older were overweight. Obese and overweight persons face increased risk of metabolic syndrome, diabetes and heart disease, among other risks. Needless to say—the health risks and implications to global health are top of mind for regulators, health professionals, and consumers. Natural products have a lot to offer, including benefits to satiety, appetite control, and thermogenesis, among others, but safety and efficacy are of the utmost impo...