Browse Category: Holistic
Published: February 26, 2009
Thyme
(Botanical Name: Thymus Vulgaris) is a common herb which is used in cooking to enhance the flavor of dishes. It is available all through the year, in fresh and dried varieties. It is normally grown in temperate climates of Asia and Europe. For thousands of years, it has been used to spice up dishes, as a food preservative and in various domestic and herbal medicines. Let's take a look at the many health benefits of thyme.
Published: February 23, 2009
It seems as if “alternative medicine” is becoming the norm, rather than the exception as more and more people (doctors and patients alike) turn to alternative options when it comes to healthcare. What does this mean for the medical field? Keep reading to see what the experts are saying about the promising future of complementary and alternative medicine!
Published: February 12, 2009
While St. John’s Wort has been known to help relieve symptoms of mild depression, there has not been much evidence to support its role in more severe cases of depression . . . until now. According to a research published in the Cochrane Systematic Review, this particular plant’s extract may help battle major depression. In fact, researchers have claimed it is “as effective as ‘standard’ anti-depressants and better than placebos, with very little side-effects.” Let’s take a closer look at this recent research.
Published: February 09, 2009
Many people do not realize that the use – and overuse -- of antibiotics in our society could be causing more harm than good to their overall health. As a matter of fact, a recent study shows that repeated or prolonged use of antibiotic treatments can have a negative impact on the beneficial bacteria that your body needs to function properly.
Published: January 26, 2009
The superbug known as MRSA is developing into more and more of a concern as it becomes increasingly resistant to traditional treatments such as penicillin. As such, scientists are actively looking for other ways to combat this superbug . . . and they may have found one: tea tree oil. Keep reading for more information on this “natural” approach to fighting the possibly deadly effects of MRSA.
Published: January 16, 2009
More than 50 million Americans practice homeopathy, an alternative form of medicine that involves the use of diluted natural remedies to stimulate the body’s biological abilities to heal itself. For many people dealing with mysterious conditions or who have not been able to find relief for a host of symptoms through conventional medicine, homeopathy can be the answer they’ve been looking for.
Published: January 15, 2009
The secret to natural medicine for many common health issues is simply . . . honey. It has many healing properties, as it acts as an anti-viral, anti-antibiotic and anti-fungal. Honey has been used as an effective treatment for conditions such as burns, and fighting colds and flu. Keep reading for three recipes of honey’s natural medicine, as well as the best honey to use when making your homemade remedy.
Published: January 05, 2009
Information about the use of the term 'organic' as it pertains to healing clays and labeling.
Published: December 29, 2008
There’s no denying it: your body is growing older each and every day. But all is not lost! By taking proper care of your body now, you can dictate how your body handles the aging process. Keep reading for some simple, holistic tips to help you keep your youthful appearance – both on the outside of your body, as well as the inside.
Published: December 22, 2008
If you’ve ever had your ears clogged with wax, then you understand that it can be annoying and even painful at times. You might even feel like you are suffocating because your ears are so plugged that you cannot hear a thing. But there is a natural solution available; one that dates back to the Ancient Egyptians called ear candling. Let’s take a closer look at this safe, effective way to open up your ears.
