November 20, 2008
The herb Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium) has always been seen as a medicinal herb. As the name implies, folk healers used it as a cure for fevers. Scientists have studied Feverfew, and, though it doesn't reduce fevers, it was found to be an antispasmodic. Spasms in small blood vessels, which are known to be a cause of migraine headaches, have been shown to be reduced by use of Feverfew. The chief active ingredient has been isolated, and might, someday, lead to a pure extract. Additional clinical studies have found that feverfew can stop vomiting and relieve nausea, while improving digestion. Other studies have reported:
- relief from asthma attacks
- promotion of restful sleep
- relief from the inflammation, and thus the pain, of arthritis.
In the 1980's, British researchers tested feverfew on migraine sufferers and found that 7 out of 10 people reported either fewer or less painful migraines. Some people reported that feverfew aided with depression as well. The leaves of the plant are usually consumed. The most frequent side effect is mouth ulcers, and use should be discontinued if this happens.
There are commercial tinctures of feverfew available, or it can be grown at home.
Feverfew is easily grown in the US and Europe, as it is a relative of the mint family. It grows as a tall (12-24" or more) bushy plant, which displays a large number of small white flowers, which will remind you of small daisies. Once planted, it will spread by self seeding and sending out runners. It emerges in the spring, and will continue to grow and bloom all summer if flowers are pinched back.
To use medicinally, consume 1 medium sized leaf each day. There are very few recipes for feverfew available. You may want to try putting it into a tossed salad, along with other fresh herbs. Another approach would be to sprinkle chopped feverfew leaves on top of marinara sauce. It could be made into pesto, using your favorite nuts.
In summary, the potential benefits of feverfew are many, and this important natural herbal remedy should not be neglected as a treatment for many common health problems. If more information about feverfew is desired, you may want to try using your favourite search engine on this term. There will be a wealth of information available on the internet.
November 20, 2008
The faith that someone can cure himself from his mind power is called homeopathy. Homeopathy is an solution of medication that sometimes works to treat some health condition. It usually works because of belief that can recover ourselves with fluids that can affect the condition which we desire to be cure from. The emasculation is to be shaken to eradicate any negative effects that may come with the fluid.
Several homeopathic treatments have many ingredients. Therefore, the overall result tends to be a mix of water, alcohol and sugar along with several other ingredients.
Many people actually follow this form of solution technique in spite of many criticisms. In both United States of America and Europe, homeopathy is very wellknown.It is believed that there are about 15% of people who hold this in both countries.In actual fact, researchers and other extensive studies have yielded that there is actually no harm that comes from homeopathy. This may be because of the dilutions that are done to the numerous herbs used for the treatments.
Important Things to Consider
Homeopathic method depends on the results of the consultation of the patient with the experts in homeopathy. Both the mental and physical conditions of the patient must be explored and considered to be able to attain a decisive form of treatment.
In spite of the many studies that have been concentrated on homeopathy, researchers and scientists have found no definitive results that support the efficiency of homeopathy. Nevertheless, it means that homeopathy is not a fake, as lots of people also swear by it and how it has treated or cured them.
Brief Background
Homeopathy was originally conceptualized by Samuel Hahnemann throughout the 1800's. Hahnemann was inspired by the law of similars when he used herbal medicine in order to heal malaria and instead found that he suffered from symptoms of malaria. This began his painstaking labors in homeopathy by testing the various optional herbal medicines for many different diseases and ailments.
The concept of dissolving the herbs and other forms of choice medicines was to reduce the effects which can be compared to inoculation where the weakened type of the disease or sickness is injected into an individual to promote resistance.
Homeopathy may be applied as a form of optional remedialtechnique by lots of people. Some of them believed its power to treat some illnesses. For around decades, there may be several truth that can prove it.
Still curious about homeopathy? Want to find answer about homeopathy? So, let’s check this advantageous reference of homeopathy.
November 20, 2008
Natural herbal treatments or vitamins for hair loss at times just slow down or probably even stop hair from falling out. To fight against balding, Provillus is a very effective agent to combat thinning hair. This is an all natural product that actually promotes new, healthy hair growth.
A look at the ingredient list in a Provillus review shows it contains a blend of all the vitamins and natural herbs needed to promote natural hair restoration in one caplet.Two effective traditional remedies recommended by specialists are Saw Palmetto and Nettle, ingredients also used in Provillus.
Correct diet also help prevent hair loss in various ways.Hair loss can also be greatly affected by what we ingest into our systems. Hair loss can be significantly reduced if your diet includes vitamins and supplements specifically formulated against premature balding.
Good diet helps prevent hair loss so a healthy head of hair indicates a likewise healthy body.So to increase the probability of regrowing hair, change your diet into a well-balanced one and also take the supplements.
A diet for regrowing hair must include whole grains, fruits, vegetables, lean proteins like fish and poultry. And eschew processed food, coffee, tea and smoking.
Additional benefits can be had from avoiding these unhealthy foods beyond having healthy hair. Some studies show that alcohol and tobacco can rob or block your body’s ability to absorb nutrients.Reduced hair nutrition translates to faster hair fall and increased loss of hair.
Thus increasing hair nutriiton via vitamins on top of hair loss Supplements can more effectively restore hair. Herbal supplements like saw palmetto, gingko bilboa, and ginseng can prevent hair loss.
Meanwhile, green tea as an antioxidant can reduce hair loss by acting on enzymes that make hair fall.Green tea lowers the feeling of being stressed, a factor of psychosomatic hair loss.
Dong quai and gingko balboa from China are also two traditional herbal solutions to regrow hair. Any compound that promotes blood circulation will improve a healthy scalp which should lead to a reduction in hair loss.The thinning of hair and growth of new ones are also helped by Vitamin B, some amino acids, and the trace minerals magnesium and zinc.
So combining good diet and nutrition with taking herbal treatments for hair loss can restore your healthy head of hair.So to gain back your hair and younger looks, Provillus, a herbal hair loss treatment, can help.
November 20, 2008
PMS (Pre-Menstrual Syndrome) is NOT a real disease, although many women would disagree with me. PMS is actually a product of our modern diet, combined with our daily stress, etc.
There are several chemical changes in the blood of a woman that occur a few days prior to the actual menstrual period, or bleeding cycle.The zinc level goes lower and the copper level goes higher is a major change. Very high copper/zinc ratios can (and do) actually cause schizophrenia and/or depression, it could be said that women slide at least a little towards "crazy" every month.
These imbalances can be very serious in some women.All these changes are individual and depend on current rations of copper and zinc, genetic and other factors.As the female body gets ready for anothr cycle of fertility, there are several other changes.Many women become irritable at least, but there are different symptoms for individuals. PMS is something that husbands use to explain when the wife gets angry or upset.It's an "excuse" used at times by some wives as well.
A very simple and inexpensive vitamin/mineral "cure" is available that seems to work for all women. It's a simple secret. Take B6 and magnesium regularly. Unfortunately, this "word" got out, and some MD's heard about it, and started their patients on large doses of B6. MD's, knowing little about vitamin interaction, called this "B6 toxicity when different women developed other problems, and B6 got a bad reputation. B6 was then written up by some "learned experts" as toxic in large quantities.
The truth, known to all scientists who have studied vitamin and mineral interaction, is much simpler.Taking large doses of any one B vitamin may cause a "deficiency" in some others. Thus, if you are going to take large doses of ʚ, you MUST be taking at least a 50 Mg B complex at the same time.All B complex vitamins are needed working together in synergism.)
THIS IS CRITICAL TO AVOID PROBLEMS, AND YOU'LL BE IN BETTER HEALTH AS A RESULT AS WELL.
As for magnesium, there is a built-in body response to too much - Diarrhea. Magnesium Sulphate (Epsom Salts), is an old laxative, tastes bitter, and a little goes a long way. Magnesium Citrate from your local health food store is easier than the terrible tasting Epsom Salts.
On my website, there is a page devoted to a basic vitamin mineral regimen. Solgar VM-75 is the multi I've used for over 25 years. Since it contains 75 mg of all the B vitamins, it solves the above problem, and probably many other health problems as well. No woman who has followed my advice on this has ever had a problem with excess B6.
I make no money (and don't even get a discount) from Solgar. I recommend it because it works. My recommendations for magnesium and calcium balance are also on that webpage.
To avoid PMS completely, how much B6 should you take? That's a tough question to answer, as everyone is different. The usual recommendation is to try taking about 200 mg per day at least 10 days prior to the menstrual period and see if you have PMS.Cut down, or go up gradually to find your optimum dosage. Keep experimenting until you find your correct dosage. Remember that you are the best judge of your health. Take either a multi that provides at least 50 mg of the B complex (or Solgar VM-75) daily with this B6 dosage.
If 200 mg doesn't clear up the PMS completely, try 250 mg, or try taking the 200 for the whole month. Individual response varies. My wife, when I first met her over 20 years ago had very bad PMS. Starting at 200 mg per day, she had no PMS. A month or so later, she got quite twitchy, and remarked "You know if I didn't know better, I'd think I was having PMS. I'm feeling bad, and I'm craving salty foods."
When I told her that I had cut her down to 100 mg she got very angry at me. She went back up each month, and we found t. A year or so later, she no longer needed the B6, as the VM-75 did it for her. She hasn't had PMS since. This experience is typical for most women. I hope it helps you.
Phil Bate PhD - Retired Orthomolecular Psychologist
Inventor of Neuroliminal Training solving brain problems of:
ADD/ADHD/Autism, Depression, Insomnia, Epilepsy, etc
http://DrBate.com

