Native to Europe, Western Asia and Northern Africa, though it is spread everywhere now, Hypericum (Hypericum perforatum) or St John’s wort is a perennial plant used for centuries in popular medicine, to heal burn, wound, skin inflammation and also mild depression and anxiety. St. John’s wort has been known and used for its health benefits…
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Maca: Health Benefits and Side Effects of Peruvian Ginseng
My latest article was about Ashwagandha, also known as Indian ginseng. Today I am going to be dealing with Maca, also known as Peruvian ginseng. I got interested in its health benefits after watching an Italian TV show on health and wellness, and I thought it would be a good idea to share a bit…
Sore Throat: Symptoms, Causes And Best Natural Remedies
The cold season has set in for some time now, and more and more people get tormented by sore throat- an issue which gets worse, if it is not treated in time. In this post I am going to be dealing with several kinds of sore throat, the main symptoms, causes and the best natural…
High Blood Pressure: Symptoms, Causes, Diet And Natural Remedies
High blood pressure, a pathology also knowns as hypertension, may cause even more severe pathologies, if it is not cured properly. In this article I am going to be dealing with the symptoms, causes and normal values of blood pressure; what to do to lower blood pressure, what to eat, foods to avoid and the…
How to Treat High Cholesterol Naturally? 10 Best Natural Remedies
High cholesterol is an issue affecting lots of people, mostly the elderly, and its cause is poor nutrition and the lack of physical exercise: though genetics also play a key role here. Keep reading if you want to know how to treat high cholesterol naturally, without taking medications. You can find lots of beneficial plants…
6 Best Herbal Remedies for Headaches
Headache, also known as migraine, is a very widespread disorder – 1 in 7 people suffer from it. There exist different types of headaches and, according to the underlying causes, we are going to see the best herbal remedies for headaches. Even though it is a very common issue, headache causes aren’t always known. Its…
What You Should Know About Fibromyalgia: Symptoms List, Diagnosis And Treatment
Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder characterized by widespread pain that is often accompanied by fatigue, depression and sleep disturbance. It can take some time to confirm a fibromyalgia diagnosis, because the symptoms resemble those of other conditions, such as hypothyroidism. These conditions must first be ruled out, before diagnosing fibromyalgia. This blog post deals with…
Natural Home Remedies To Cure Gastritis – 6 Herbal Tea Recipes
If you have been looking for natural home remedies to cure gastritis, then you’re in the right place! Fortunately, there are a lot of remedies that you can prepare at home to get rid of the unpleasant symptoms of the gastritis. What is gastritis? Gastritis is a widely spread disorder, that afflicts millions…
9 Surprising Reasons for Your Sugar Cravings and How to Stop Craving Sweets
Diet enthusiasts know the term “cravings” very well – the compulsive desire for a certain type of food – and for those who want to lose weight, craving for sweet foods might be an impediment. You might be surprised to know the real reasons for your sugar cravings and how to stop craving sweets. In…
The essences of joy and health – What is Bach flower therapy?
They are called the essences of joy and are thought to improve our overall health and wellbeing. But what exactly is the Bach flower therapy and who is it for? “Seek the outstanding mental conflict in the person, give him the remedy that will overcome that conflict and all the hope and encouragement you can,…