Medicinal Herbs In History
Unlocking the healing powers in plants is an ancient idea. Early inhabitants of all continents recognized their dependence on nature for their health. Led by trial and error, instinct and experience humans have long used hundreds, if not thousands, of native plants for treatment of various illnesses dating back to ancient times.
Ginkgo Biloba – Can it Turn Back the Aging Clock?
If you are seeking a sharp mind, ginkgo biloba may be the key to enhancing your brainpower, as well as providing a host of other health benefits.
Green Tea: Help Or Hype?
There’s been lots of health-hype lately surrounding the benefits of green tea. I’m certain you’ve heard it, too. Have you ever wondered: “Is it really worth my while to drink tea of the green variety?” Stick around and decide for yourself.
Tea Tree Oil - The Medicine Kit in a Bottle
Tea Tree Oil has been known to the Bundjalung Tribe of New South Wales Australia for hundreds of years for its medicinal properties.
This wonder oil was only tested scientifically in the early 1920's by Arthur Penfold and found to be around 12 times more powerful than carbolic acid and yet caused no harm to the skin. It was used extensively by the Australian Defence Force during World War
Gotu Kola - The Arthritis Herb
According to the National Center for Health Statistics there were 45.8 million adults with diagnosed arthritis in the United States in 1993. Although the term literally means joint inflammation, arthritis really refers to a group of more than 100 rheumatic diseases and conditions that can cause pain, stiffness and swelling in the joints.
European Mistletoe The Cancer Fighting Herb
European mistletoe (Viscum album L.) also known as simply “mistletoe” is a semi parasitic plant that grows on several types of trees in temperate regions worldwide. This article refers to European mistletoe not American mistletoe, the decorative holiday plant often seen in the United States.
Herbs Thought to Slow Down Hair Loss
Herbs have been embraced for centuries. Herbal remedies offer solutions to many different types of symptoms in the body. From the common cold, to acne, toothache, and even baldnessherbs can enrich our overall well-being and appearance. For years many men and women have relied on herbal remedies to prevent premature hair loss and stress-induced hair loss. The following remedies are some of the most popular around the world:
Using Herbs for Weight Loss
In this world of extreme makeovers and desperate diets, there are two definitive actions that bring about effective long-term weight loss--(1) a high nutrition and high protein, low calorie meal plan and (2) consistent, regular exercise routine. Forget about magic pills that melt the fat away or sauna wraps that steam away inches. There are, however, herbs for weight loss that can supplement--not replace-- healthy eating and exercise. These herbs can help increase the body's digestive and metabolic efficiency and make easier the process of long-term health and weight management.
Cancer Fighting Herbs
Essiac tea is an alternative cancer remedy dating back to the 1800s. The eight original essiac tea ingredients need to be blended according to a specific ratio for the eight-herb blend to have the desired effect. The eight herbs all have immune-boosting properties that give your body a better chance at fighting off the cancer.
Back to Nature: 3 Herbs Help Alleviate Back Pain
After years of fiddling with allopathic medicine to ease back pain, scientists have now found that nature comes to help - again.
Researchers including Joel Gagnier, ND, of Canadas Provincial Medical Centre in Windsor, Ontario reviewed 10 studies with a total of 1,567 adults suffering from acute, sub acute or chronic lumber pain. Gagnier and colleagues confirmed the studies methods and results, and put out their findings in The Cochrane Library.
