Herbal remedies have been utilized for thousands of years. The seemingly mystical healing properties of various herbs have supposedly helped to cure all manner of afflictions, as well as strengthen the body and mind. The once common practice of picking or growing herbs and preparing herbal remedies has abated severely, as we can now easily […]
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Our skin is a protective layer of protection from the outside world, and we must take care of it. Our skin is under fire every day, and it clearly shows the world the state of our health. In most cases, simply cleansing and moisturize our skin is enough to fight the elements and keep it […]
In Naturopathic medicine, the belief is that acne is caused by imbalances within the body. These imbalances can be mental, physical or spiritual. Physical imbalances include toxicity of the blood and lymph nodes and deficiencies of essential vitamins and minerals. Due to the inadequate American diet, the limited amount of exercise and sleep, and the […]
Oily skin is one of the most common skin complaints. On the positive side this skin type is not as prone to premature wrinkles and fine lines as other skin types. The major problem, however, with oily skin is acne. Excess oil production is the primary cause of pimples. There are a handful of excellent […]
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During the past year, my husband and I have been on a healthy eating binge. As such, we have ventured out and discovered new and interesting foods. We have a local organize health food store, and a very upscale supermarket, that dares to venture out and sell different items. Lately, we have been into trying […]
When you hear the word Burdock, most people think of that horrible weed with seed heads, called Cocklebur, that stick to your clothes and tangle in your pet’s fur. Burdock is more than that. It was introduced from the Old World and is often found in fields, pastures and in ditches where it grows abundantly […]
As winter approaches and concerns over the H1N1 virus become more prevalent, everyone is looking for ways to boost their natural immune systems so they stand a better chance of not contracting viral and bacterial infections. Tea has long been believed to boost the immune system. Tea appears to contain alkylamines. Germs also contain alkylamines. […]
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Essian tea is a herbal tea blend that has been rapidly growing in popularity among cancer patients. It is not a complete cure, but it can help the immune system to be suspect with detoxification and strengthening of the body’s own natural immunity which is often destroyed by chemo and radiation. It can be used […]