General-Herbs
| 30 | Jan |
| 2012 |
In this series we’re discovering home remedies and herbal cures in the shapes of familiar wildflowers and plants you might have in your own back yard. This time we’ll devote our attention to bee balm, honeysuckle and calendula marigold.
Growing-Herbs
| 31 | Dec |
| 2011 |
Growing herbs indoors can add an elegant appearance and fragrance to every room. Plants are nature’s air fresheners, naturally cleaning the air in their surroundings. The natural scents of fresh herbs are never overpowering and can float from room to room freshening and brightening your surroundings. Different people prefer different herbs and scents for the home, but some herbs will be a perfect fit for a specific room in the home.
Alternative health
| 13 | Jan |
| 2012 |
Women’s bodies experience great changes throughout life. These complex natural processes have been stigmatized in male-dominated cultures. Women were trivialized, their thoughts and desires dismissed as the irrational products of hysteria. The very word “hysteria” comes from the Greek word for uterus.
Aromatherapy
| 26 | Oct |
| 2011 |
Aromatherapy has many rejuvenating aspects that include healing properties. It is a low-cost method for relaxation that promotes healing, and also invites the proper atmosphere for healing through additional herbal methods. Aromatherapy has deep roots in ancient civilizations and has evolved into a modern-day science. Along with the reduction of stress and daily tensions, aromatherapy is successfully used in the treatment of headaches, asthma related breathing problems, insomnia, menstrual cramps, depression and other mental illnesses and the treatment of muscle pain and weakness.
Nutrition
| 06 | Jan |
| 2012 |
In September 2010, the Centers for Disease Control published the latest results of an ongoing telephone survey in which they ask people over 18 how much fruit and vegetables they eat every day. “State-Specific Trends in Fruit and Vegetable Consumption Among Adults — United States, 2000-2009″ reveals that only 25% of the people surveyed eat vegetables — other than French fries — three or more times a day. A survey by a market research company had similar findings. Their spokesman concluded there was nothing you could do to get people to eat vegetables. An attempt...
General-Herbs
| 30 | Jan |
| 2012 |
In this series we’re discovering home remedies and herbal cures in the shapes of familiar wildflowers and plants you might have in your own back yard. This time we’ll devote our attention to bee balm, honeysuckle and calendula marigold.
Acupuncture – How Does it Work?
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Have you ever found yourself wondering about the answer to the question, “Acupuncture – how does it work?” If you have, you are not alone. Many people do not understand how this ancient Chinese therapy heals and restores the body to a state of harmony and balance.
Dry Herbs Versus Fresh Herbs – Which Are Better?
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Most areas now offer many different kinds of herbs, both fresh and dried. With this range of choices, many people wonder whether they should be buying fresh or dried herbs. Both come with a list of benefits and drawbacks that should make it easy to decide which is best for you and your lifestyle.
Growing Herbs – Cilantro
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Cilantro is a simple and rewarding herb to grow at home. It is alternatively referred to as Chinese parsley or coriander leaves. Its seeds are commonly known as coriander and are also used as a spice. Cilantro is a popular herb in many different cultures. It is a mainstay of Mexican and Spanish cooking, as well as many Asian and Middle Eastern cuisines.
Natural Ways to Induce Labour
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A woman who is near the end of her pregnancy or perhaps overdue, is generally very impatient for the labor process to start on its own. In some cases, an overdue pregnancy can cause some health concerns for mother and baby. There are some natural remedies that can be used to help get labor started. These are often favorable to the chemically induced labor that must be initiated in a hospital.
An Apple a Day
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We’ve all heard the old bromide, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Apples may not cure everything, but they’re full of valuable nutrients. Naturopaths consider them one of the perfect foods. Besides, they taste great. Let’s take a look at this amazing fruit.