Here are some herbal supplements that may be prescribed to help reduce the symptoms related to menopause:
1. Chaste Tree tablets:These tablets promote a healthy, natural balance to the female endocrine system. They also support the female reproductive system health. The suggested use for these tablets is: 1 tablet daily on rising.
2. Tribulus tablets: These tablets can help to provide good relief from the discomfort due to menopause. They help to maintain feelings of general well being and support normal female functions. The suggested use for Tribulus tablets is 1 tablet 2 to 4 times every day. Read more »
Indigestion, otherwise known as upset stomach, is a condition characterized by chronic or recurrent pain in the upper abdomen, upper abdomen fullness or feeling full earlier than expected when eating. It can be accompanied by bloating, belching, gas, nausea, heartburn and a burning sensation after eating.
Indigestion is defined as imperfect digestion and medically termed dyspepsia. It commonly results from eating too much or too fast; swallowing large amounts of air; inadequate chewing or chewing with the mouth open; emotionally upset; physically fatigued, eating when constipated and washing down needed enzymes for digestion by drinking liquids with meals. Read more »
One of the more interesting topics in the area of natural health is the subject of adaptogens. What are adaptogens? What benefits might adaptogens provide? What are some of the more common adaptogens?
The term adaptogen has been around since the late 1940’s and is generally credited to Russian Dr. Nicholai Lazarev Selye. Lazarev was one of the first people to do research traditional herbs that had been used in ancient medical traditions. He generally defined adaptogens as a natural herb that allows the body to counter adverse physical, chemical or biological stressors by raising non-specific resistance towards the stressors, thus allowing the body to “adapt” to the stressful situation. Read more »
I’ve been told that it is at least as hard to quit smoking as it is to get off heroin. That’s a scary thought. I do know that it’s extremely difficult, my mother had a hard time doing so. She did quit and you can, too. Many of the herbs I’m going to suggest have important actions on the lungs. There are also a few herbs that have warnings to go with them.
Licorice: If you want something to soothe your throat, this is a good choice. Many smokers like to chew on twigs of licorice to replace a cigarette, and it could work. However, you have to be careful with it. People with high blood pressure and/or diabetes should use another method as it can make both worse. A good alternative could be birch, though you should watch out for sores in the mouth. Birch is the choice of many people in the Appalachians. Read more »
The damaging effects of hair loss can sometimes cause one to be in a state of panic pushing them to immediately succumb to radical and costly treatments. But for the frugal and resourceful, there are ways that you can actually use in which you can treat hair without having to spend a fortune. In fact you just might find the answers in your own kitchen or garden! Here are some of the herbal cures that you can use for your hair loss problem.
Green Tea
If you are not a tea fanatic, then it’s time that you should love the drink. Aside from all its health benefits, tea just might prove to be an answer to your hair loss woes. Experts found out that the catechins, which are the antioxidants that can be found in tea, can actually hinder the effects of the enzyme 5-alphareductase. This enzyme is the main culprit in male pattern baldness or androgenetic alopecia as it turns testosterone into DHT (dihydrotestosterone). Read more »
Heartburn is a kind of health disorder characterized by burning sensation in and around chest region. Severe heartburn formed due to stomach acidity shows symptoms like nausea, sour taste and bloating. Untreated heartburn can induce several health issues in future life like cancer. This health hazard is mainly formed due to the repeated flow of acid through esophagus. Excessive consumption of alcohol, smoking and intake of spicy foods are some main causes reported for the formation of heartburn. At present, there are lots of herbal remedies available for curing heartburn problems. Preventing health risk with zero side effects is the main advantage of using herbal cure.
Chamomile tea, enriched with multiple health benefits is an effective herbal remedy for acidity in curing heartburn. Drinking this herbal remedy cures irritation along the lines of esophagus and reduces the risk of heartburn problem. As per research, chamomile tea is found to be as a safe cure for relieving indigestion. It reduces inflammations and improves liver functions. Chamomile is found to be as a perfect cure for relieving irritable bowel syndrome. Intake of chamomile tea prevents bloating and provides comfort for those people suffering from stomach problems. Apart from preventing heartburn, intake of chamomile tea also helps in curing other disorders like insomnia, dark circles around eyes and stomach cramps. Read more »
Cellulite is a lumpy deposition of fats in thighs, buttocks, and stomach area of the body. Cellulite that is the fat deposition causes a dimple on skin frequently at buttocks and thighs. Cellulite is most commonly seen in women. It appears in 90% of post-adolescent women and is seldom seen in men.
Poor circulation of the lymph which carries ravage products and toxins from the dissimilar tissues to the blood contributes to cellulite formation. Read more »
