Remedies

Before you pop those pills, spray your nose, or get that injection, you might want to consider some of the natural options that help with allergies. Here are some of my preferred foods and remedies: Papaya Enzymes—papaya contains a natural enzyme known as papain that has natural anti-inflammatory properties. As such, it helps alleviate inflammation linked to sinus and nasal swelling, as well as addressing many of the symptoms of allergies, hay fever, and excessive catarrh buildup. Quercetin—A natural antioxidant found in foods like apples, berries, cabbage, cauliflower, nuts, onions and tea, this nutrient has been found to have potent anti-inflammatory and antihistamine properties, making it a great choice to reduce the effects of pollens and other allergens. Green Tea—Green tea i...

Medical treatments for ulcerative colitis don't really cure the disease, but only suppress it. Corticosteroids are used to suppress the immune system and the inflammation in the colon. Remicade is used to suppress the immune system, which works wonders for patients, but makes them prone to opportunistic infections. You're essentially suppressing your body's defenses so that it's not attacking your colon as much – but that also means it's not defending your body as much either. There is hope! You guessed it – there are holistically healthy, natural remedies that have been shown to help alleviate and even reverse ulcerative colitis: Traditional Chinese Medicine. TCM has been found to fully cure ulcerative colitis, but doctors caution you not to dive in fully without knowing the risks. ...

It’s not uncommon for a child to have an ear infection— more than 80 percent of children in the U.S. are diagnosed with ear infections by the time they’re 3 years old. Pediatric ear infections are also the most common condition that antibiotics are prescribed for in the U.S., according to studies in the Journal of the American Medical Association, but many parents are worried about giving their child antibiotics. Although your child might have frequent ear infections, antibiotics may not have to be the first line of defense. Here are eight natural remedies you can try: 1. Wait and watch The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that in low-risk kids, a wait-and-watch approach is a better choice than prescribing antibiotics right away. The guidelines, however, will vary depend...

If you are among the many heartburn sufferers that are seeking the best natural ways to cure your acid reflux problems, you are not alone, many people suffering from this type of disorder knows the danger associated with the dependence of pharmaceutical drugs and prefer looking for natural homemade heartburn cures for safer use and lesser side effects. Here are some natural ways to ease and even cure the problems of many heartburn sufferers. 1. The juice of a raw potato is known to cure irritated esophagus. When the feeling of burning sensation around the chest area occurs frequently you can try to juice a raw potato, mix with another of your preferred juice, two times every day for one week. 2. Unsalted almond is great for nut lovers. Almonds help to soothe the stomach and reduce ac...

Gout is a form of proactive arthritis, a condition which affects the joints, caused by the build-up of uric acid crystals, as told by Dr. Minakshi Sharma, an Ayurveda consultant at Vedic Vision Health Care Centre. Uric acid is a substance which is formed when the body breaks down purines (important substances which are regarded as the building blocks of DNA, as well as impacting blood circulation, digestion and absorption of nutrients); blood transports the uric acid to the kidney and stamps it out in urine. The condition in which excess uric acid is formed in the body causes gout, also called hyperuricemia. To diagnose gout, doctors conduct a uric acid test to know the level of uric acid in the body. It is also observed that the people with high level of uric acid do not always experie...

During winter, we apply lotions and creams to our hands, neck, and face but miss out the most important part, the feet, thus causing cracked heels. Give your feet an oil massage and apply glycerine and rose water, says an expert. Oil massage: Oils are the best natural moisturizers, not only for your dry feet but also for your skin anywhere. Glycerine-rosewater remedy: Glycerine is one of the best moisturizers that one can imagine. Applying glycerine on cracked heels can accelerate the healing process as well. Blend together one tablespoon of glycerine with two teaspoons of rosewater and half a teaspoon of freshly extracted lemon juice. Rice flour scrub for cracked heels: Not exfoliating your feet is also a reason for dry and cracked heels. So, exfoliating them is also necessary. R...

With the cold weather, fatigue, stress and lack of sleep, colds are quick to take advantage of weakened immune systems. Here's a look at some of the natural remedies available to help you bounce back. Unblock noses with essential oils Place two drops of antibacterial niaouli essential oil and three drops of decongestant eucalyptus radiate essential oil onto a handkerchief or tissue and inhale as needed throughout the day. Boost the immune system's natural defenses with vitamin C Try a course of grapefruit seed extract as soon as symptoms appear. Dilute 15 drops in a glass of water three times a day. A hot toddy of lemon juice and honey is a highly effective remedy. Add fresh grated ginger for a warming touch. Keep microbes at bay with herbal infusions Thyme is a great ch...