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- “Guayusa Tea - Superfood of the Shaman” - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2015 from Dr. Paul Haider“Guayusa Tea goes back over 4000 years as a herbal tea that is still used today by the shaman and villagers in the rainforests of Ecuador, Brazil, and other countries. This tea contains caffeine and the relaxing agent theophylline and polyphenols that provides balanced energy without jitters or ...
Views: 4083 - “6 Tasty Nutritious Weeds” - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2015 from Dr. Paul Haider“With global warming, climate change, and the high cost of food we need easy to grow and nutritious food sources that need very little maintenance. Thus nutritious weeds are the answer, here are 6 great weeds that will grow like “Weeds” no pun intended… and are great tasting and full of ...
Views: 2555 - SWINE FLU - Prevention by Home & Herbal Remedies - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2015 from Dr. Vikram ChauhanSwine Flu is a viral disease caused by Swine influenza virus (which is of various types as H1N1, H1N2, H2N1, H3N1, H3N2, and H2N3). It is common amongst the pigs across the world. Normally it does not transmit humans. But if transmission does cause human flu, it is called zoonotic swine flu. ...
Views: 1411 - Most Effective Herbal Remedies for Diabetes Neuropathy - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2015 from Dr. Vikram ChauhanDiabetic neuropathy can be characterized as the nerve damage, which happens if one is suffering from diabetes. This condition significantly damages the nerves present in your legs and feet region. Depending on the severity of the damage, one can experience mild to acute pain and numbness in the ...
Views: 2193 - “A Powerful Healer - Dandelion Greens” - by Submitted on May 28, 2015 from Dr. Paul Haider“There are many health benefits to eating Dandelions Greens and the roots, and the greens are great in salads, soups, and stews. And the greens also help to detox the liver, are very important for healing diabetes, for boosting good bacteria in our gut, for healing cancer, and creating health ...
Views: 2277 - “Garlic-Hummus-Spinach Casserole” - Recipe - by Submitted on May 26, 2015 from Dr. Paul Haider“Here is a great tasting Organic Whole Foods/Plant Based recipe that will please kids, husbands, aunts, uncles, and even the grandparents with a healthy, gluten free, casserole that only takes minutes to make.” Ingredients: 5 - Pounds of Organic Red Potatoes - Boiled with 1 head of garlic ...
Views: 2244 - “Juice Fasting Once a Week is Healthy” - by Submitted on May 25, 2015 from Dr. Paul Haider“Taking one day a week and doing a 24 hour juice fast is healthy. It helps the body purge toxins, gives the digestive system a rest, and gives the immune system a break from constant stress… thus we become healthier.” Here are a few reasons why doing a 24 hour juice fast is healthy. When ...
Views: 2382 - Herbs And Home Remedies For Trigeminal Neuralgia - by Submitted on May 23, 2015 from Dr. Vikram ChauhanTrigeminal Neuralgia is a kind of neuropathic disorder. A person can experience severe pains for days, week or months. This pain has a sudden and recurring nature which can come at any time, remain for some duration and then suddenly disappears. This can continue for several years until a ...
Views: 6212 - “17 Amazing Health Benefits of False Daisy” - by Submitted on May 21, 2015 from Dr. Paul Haider“False Daisy also known as Eclipta alba is a powerful healing herb that works great for liver and kidney disease, it’s healing for dermatitis and eczema, helps with cancer, promotes hair growth, and it’s a great antimicrobial agent… and it’s been used for thousands of years without side ...
Views: 10879 - “Corn Silk Tea - For Kidney Infections and Inflammation” - Video - by Submitted on May 20, 2015 from Dr. Paul Haider“Corn Silk is great for kidney stones, inflammation, UTI, slightly lowering blood pressure, a great diuretic, for detoxing, for boils, weight loss, prostate inflammation, carpal tunnel disease, and contains lots of Vitamin K.” Dr. Paul Haider - Master Herbalist Watch Video and Find Out ...
Views: 2429 - Herbal teas for a cup of good medicine - by Submitted on May 05, 2015 from Victor MarchioneHow do you like your tea? If you’re English, you may enjoy it with milk and sugar. If you’re French, a slice of lemon is the custom. For the Chinese, tea ceremony is a cultural mainstay. No matter how you take it or how much you enjoy, tea has become quite the health beverage. There are ...
Views: 714 - Fight bacterial infections naturally with these foods and herbs - by Submitted on May 05, 2015 from Victor MarchioneStrep throat, tuberculosis, urinary tract infections (UTI) – when your immune system isn’t in top shape, you’re more prone to bacterial infections like these. For people with chronic illness with compromised immunity or for seniors, where aging alone means immunity isn’t as strong as it once ...
Views: 715 - Say No to Dialysis and Yes to Ayurvedic medicines for Kidney failure - by Submitted on May 04, 2015 from Dr. Vikram ChauhanThe incompetence in the kidney’s function to assimilate nutrients and excrete the waste and toxic material leads in the severe pathophysiological complications. The Acute failure of kidneys is only left with the option called dialysis and has been observed more frequent. But our natural ...
Views: 2107(1 vote) - NATURAL HERBS & HOME REMEDIES FOR ULCERATIVE COLITIS (HOME REMEDIES FOR ULCERATIVE COLITIS) - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2015 from Dr. Vikram ChauhanIBD is inflammatory bowel disease like that of chron’s disease or ulcerative colitis and this is different from IBS or Irritable Bowel Disease. Well if we talk about ulcerative colitis, it is a disease of a digestive tract that affects person’s psychological and social wellbeing. This is a very ...
Views: 2741(1 vote) - FOODS TO REDUCE WATER RETENTION - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2015 from Dr. Vikram ChauhanWater retention is a medical condition of our body in which there is excess concentration of water in the cavities and body tissues. Water retention and fluid retention is same thing. And it occurs due to excess intake of salt by our body, also when kidney is unable to remove water from the ...
Views: 1542(1 vote) - 25 Simple Home Remedies for Psoriasis - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2015 from Dr. Vikram ChauhanA disorder in which the skin gets irritating red patches and the scaly lines appear on the skin than this condition is known as psoriasis. This disease is caused due to immune system and the symptoms vary. It is a long-term disease. The prime cause of this disease is the immune system that does ...
Views: 1653(1 vote) - Healing Powers of Herbal Medicine - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2015 from Julie DohertyDuring my 25 years of Practicing as Naturopathic Practitioner, fully trained in the pharmaceutical prescribing of Herbal medicines and formulating individual formulas for each of my clients other than Homoeopathics and implementing a fresh food diet I have not found anything other than liquid ...
Views: 1076 - Things to Know About Healthy Eating During Chemotherapy - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2015 from Sanya SharmaHealthy eating during chemotherapy is an important part of successfully coping with the cancer treatment challenges. What you eat before starting chemotherapy, during and after it ends, helps you to go through this experience easier and stay stronger. What to eat The point is to avoid ...
Views: 1317 - Coconut water for lower blood pressure - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2015 from Victor MarchioneIn the famous calypso song Coconut Woman, the singer croons…“Get your coconut water, It’s good for your daughter…” While there’s ample truth in that, coconut is good for the rest of the family too. The song continues: “Coco got a lot of iron, Make you strong like a lion.” I’m not sure ...
Views: 1498 - Kids Hand Aid with regard to Avoid thumb Suckers. - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2015 from Bonnie thiessansKids Hand Aid with regard to Avoid thumb Suckers. It is definitely a tough job to obtain your children to Stop thumb sucking. Maybe you have tried using various home remedies, but devoted thumbs suckers need a little more to put a stop to the actual habit. You will need simply just 21 days old ...
Views: 1713 - Lower blood pressure with herbs and spices - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2015 from Victor MarchioneHere’s a snapshot of America’s health when it comes to the heart: Heart disease is the No. 1 killer. High blood pressure is a contributing cause of about 1,000 deaths a day – and one in every three American adults has the condition. About seven in 10 doesn’t realize it, putting them at risk for ...
Views: 822 - The Importance of a Spring Detox - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2015 from Apurva Ayurveda HealingSpring is the season to revitalize and freshen-up. It is the time of year that welcomes rejuvenation with the return of warmth and sunlight, the body begins to ask for more flexibility and stir. This happens because body can sense this change in season at cellular level; so, in Springs we feel a ...
Views: 1206 - Natural remedies for UTI (Urinary Tract Infection) - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2015 from Victor MarchioneThere’s almost nothing that’s more uncomfortable than those frequent mad dashes to the bathroom, followed by a burning feeling when you urinate. So not fun! That intense urge to urinate can wreak havoc with your day (and night), leaving you on edge, tired, achy and unhappy. That’s because ...
Views: 646 - Natural home remedies for an upset stomach - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2015 from Victor MarchioneToo much spicy food causing you stomach trouble? Or maybe your nerves are on edge and your gut is trying to send you an SOS signal? Stomach pain, bloating, gas – whatever the symptom, it’s just not fun. There are all sorts of reasons for stomach ache, many of which are benign and symptoms ...
Views: 650 - Eat your way to healthy digestion - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWhen asked what the secret to happiness is, the philosopher Jean Jacques Rousseau said, “a good bank account, a good cook, and a good digestion.” How right he is. One can have all the riches in the world, and all the good things that money can buy, but if their digestion is not good, it can take ...
Views: 721 - Alopecia – The Autoimmune Disorder - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2015 from Lori JacobsAlopecia – The Autoimmune Disorder An autoimmune disorder occurs when your immune system becomes misguided and attacks healthy tissue. In the case of alopecia, the immune system attacks healthy hair follicles causing the hair to fall out leaving the scalp very smooth. The three forms ...
Views: 2180 - Urinary Tract Infections - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2015 from Lori JacobsI hope you don’t mind potty talk because in this month’s newsletter I’d like to discuss Urinary Tract Infections; henceforth referred to as UTI’s. They are more common in women because of our anatomical configuration and shorter urethra, but men are certainly not immune. You may be ...
Views: 1511(1 vote) - Fibromyalgia - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2015 from Lori JacobsYes you can cure Epstein Barr! There is a perfectly natural, non-toxic fibromyalgia treatment that will have you feeling better in one month. Use this plan for both the fibromyalgia treatment and to cure Epstein Barr. Candida is an element naturally present in our intestinal flora. The natural ...
Views: 1349 - Sugar Substitutes - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2015 from Lori JacobsThere is a health risk that has flown under the radar for so long because it has become an accepted part of our culinary/dining lives and specifically for those who are trying to loose weight. Yes, that would be sugar substitutes. Even in a group of health conscious people I’ve noticed ...
Views: 1085 - Turmeric - A Safe Anti-Inflammatory - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2015 from Lori JacobsTurmeric is an herb that is used heavily in India as one of the milder spices in their curry blend. It is a relative of the ginger plant and as with the ginger plant the tuberous root is the part of the plant used in herbal medicine. Peeling the root will expose the beautiful, fibrous, orange, ...
Views: 1070 - Turmeric - A Safe Anti-Inflammatory - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2015 from Lori JacobsTurmeric is an herb that is used heavily in India as one of the milder spices in their curry blend. It is a relative of the ginger plant and as with the ginger plant the tuberous root is the part of the plant used in herbal medicine. Peeling the root will expose the beautiful, fibrous, orange, ...
Views: 1087 - Complete List of Ailments and Natural Remedies! Search for yours! - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2015 from Brian KrallNatural medicines are a great alternative to modern western synthetic toxic chemical "medicines", as many people in this medical crises are realizing. And one should always try every natural remedy (and treatment of root causes) possible for any of their ailments before resorting to the former ...
Views: 1685 - The Truth About Tobacco - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2015 from Brian KrallMany people in the world are having adverse health effects because of tobacco use. This is very unfortunate because in actuality tobacco is a medicinal plant that has been misused and this causes misconceptions about it. When studies are done about tobacco by health professionals who wish to ...
Views: 1361 - Herb Gardens - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2015 from Francis RosenfeldAs a child I used to watch with fascination as my grandfather's hands gently teased apart leaves and flowers and spread them over paper towels to dry in the hot still air of the attic. That attic looked much like an apothecary's shop with dried hot pepper bunches, hanging herbs, long braids of ...
Views: 892 - How to treat liver cirrhosis disease - Planet Ayuveda - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2015 from Dr. Vikram ChauhanLiver Cirrhosis Introduction: Liver cirrhosis is a serious liver ailment where gradually healthy liver cells are replaced with scar cells which damages the liver and impairs the liver functions by blocking the blood flow through the liver. Oftentimes this obstructed blood flow or portal ...
Views: 1869(1 vote) - How Pepper Adds a Healthy Twist To Your Cooking? - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2014 from Rajni RaghuPepper- the King of spices: Once called the Black Gold, Pepper is really the King of Spices. This unassuming spice has a great role in the world history. Black pepper was first introduced to ancient Greece and Rome by traders. The elite of Europe loved it. But only the rich and mighty in Europe ...
Views: 1230 - Weight Loss Herbs That Work Safely - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2014 from Neil TeasdaleTwo out of every three Americans are considered as being overweight, and every year nearly half of the American population resolves to lose weight. One popular tool that has been tried by many is that of weight loss herbs; these are natural remedies that usually claim to work by suppressing the ...
Views: 1422(1 vote) - Are We Dying to Look Good: Natural Hair Coloring Solutions - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2014 from Sandy ScherschligtA man with grey locks is considered distinguished and wise but when a woman goes grey she is accused of letting herself go. In the 1950’s less than 10% of the woman dyed their hair. Today, the number is a staggering 75% or more. This popular beauty habit can cost consumers $75-$200 every 6-8 ...
Views: 1802 - Why This Stress-Busting, Energizing Herb Was Once A Soviet Secret - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2013 from Michael Rosenbaum“I would rather take a handful of eleuthero than a cartload of gold and jewels.”[1] So said Li Shih-Chen, one of the world’s first pharmacologists. Five centuries ago, Li Shih-Chen wrote a 52-volume manuscript documenting the treatments used in traditional Chinese medicine. Among the ...
Views: 1616 - Aloe Vera Sugar Scrub Recipes - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2013 from Jennifer StepanikSo why the fuss about Aloe Vera? Ummm because it's AMAZING! You only need to look at how powerful the effects are of the cactus plant that produces tequilla is in order to understand the potency of the cactus family. The Aloe Vera plant truly deserves its wonder plant status.Just think ...
Views: 1726 - My Herbal Awakening - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2017 from Michael Lemon"God sleeps in the minerals, awakens in plants, walks in animals and thinks in man." Arthur Young Herbalism is the study and use of plants to promote wellness. It is also the first course of study which I decided to enrol for in the School of Natural Health Sciences (SNHS). I always had a ...
Views: 1876 - Nuts : One Seeded indehiscent fruits - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2013 from Reema BhatiaNuts are edible fruits or seeds enclosed in a hard, woody or leathery shell which does not open when ripe. Nuts are nature’s perfect, bite sized, convenient power snack. They are an ideal food, supplying high calories in a palatable form, rich in proteins, fat, carbohydrates, minerals and ...
Views: 1696(1 vote) - Three Ways You Can Treat Toenail Fungus Naturally - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2013 from Ewen ChiaGone will be the days of ugly and yellowish nails when you give these methods a try. You can treat toenail fungus naturally without any prescriptions or medicines. I would go on to say that drugs and medicines may not work for most people. Here is the reason why I would rather opt for the ...
Views: 1800 - 10 Simple Ways To Give Yourself A Quick Health And Beauty Pick Me Up - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2013 from Mia GordonSometimes there are days when you just feel a little worn out and not your radiant best. Whether your'e having a bad hair or skin day, too many late nights (and you've been staring at those dark circles under your eyes) or you just feel generally flat, here are some ideas you can use to give ...
Views: 2551(2 votes) - Thyroid Problems, Causes, Symptoms, Treatment and Remedies: - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2013 from hari prasadThyroid Gland: The thyroid gland is one of the most important gland in the human body. It works under the supervision of pituitary gland, which is located in the brain and it produces one of the important hormone called TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone). The thyroid gland produces two important ...
Views: 1346 - The Secrets Of Green Tea Metabolism And How It Can Change Your Life For The Better. - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2013 from Mary DinonTea is a plant by-product that’s naturally contains great amounts of antioxidants called catechins. There are more catechins found in green compared to the famous black tea due to the way these respective teas are being processed and fermented. The healthy benefits of green tea is ...
Views: 1747(1 vote) - How To Remove Nail Fungus The Natural Way - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2013 from Ewen ChiaAre you tormented by how ugly your nails look? I bet you probably hate to see how yellow your nails look. That could be a case of having fungus on your nails. Well today, I will be sharing with you how you can remove nail fungus the natural way. You see, I used to suffer from that in the past, ...
Views: 1822 - Some Things You Should Take Note Of When Treating Toenail Fungus - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2013 from Ewen ChiaHaving a fungal infection on your toes is a morbid experience. It makes your toes look ugly but besides that, it is also detrimental to your health. Anyway, I just wanted to address some issues when treating toenail fungus. So when it comes to treating toenail fungus, the first thing that you ...
Views: 1602 - Does The Best Nail Fungus Treatment Really Exist? - by Submitted on May 29, 2013 from Ewen ChiaDoes the best nail fungus treatment really exist? Well, to answer your question, yes and no. You will be able to find all sorts of remedies that get rid of fungus. Some may work better than others. Let me share with you my experiences with you, and hopefully, it will help you decide on how you ...
Views: 1687 - How You Can Treat Toenail Fungus Naturally – Three Simple Methods - by Submitted on May 27, 2013 from Ewen ChiaHaving fungus growing on your nails can really be a dreadful sight, not just for the people who see your nails but even for yourself. It is a horrible feeling. I know, because I used to have that as well. I tried all sorts of drugs but they did not work. One day though, I discovered how to treat ...
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