Heartburn, aka acid reflux or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), is a problem that plagues large numbers of people usually triggered by foods, medications, stomach acid imbalance, pregnancy, obesity and hernias. There are natural remedies for Heartburn but GERD drugs, called proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), may actually do more harm than good. As with too many […]
Herbs for Specific Ailments
Medicinal herb (Paneer Dodi) receives a diabetes-fighting boost
A recent article in New Atlas discusses a study that shows that Paneer Dodi (Withania coagulans) is effective against diabetes which it has been used for generations in traditional Indian medicine. Could this become a more widely used natural solution for people suffering blood sugar management from type 2 diabetes and related ailments? Read more […]
Herbs for PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome)
The use of medicinal herbs can be helpful in relieving many of the symptoms associated with PMS These medicinal herbs for PMS should have the ability to naturally balance hormonal fluctuations in the woman’s monthly cycle. Most women at some time during their reproductive life will experience the discomfort associated with premenstrual syndrome. The medical […]
Morning Sickness – Herbs That May Offer Relief
The use of medicinal herbs for morning sickness remedy and relief has been a part of traditional herbal medicine for a long time. Many of these natural herbs can be of great help to alleviate or even eliminate the symptoms associated with morning sickness. Some of these medicinal plant or herbs for morning sickness treatment […]
Herbs for Eczema Treatment – Application and Benefits
Medicinal herbs for eczema treatment focus primarily on the underlying causes and most herbal practitioners view eczema as a symptom of not only one but rather numerous other health-related ailments. There are many medicinal herbs for eczema that have a great reputation as a treatment but which one to choose will vary depending on the […]
Herbal Remedies for Varicose Veins
Varicose veins or spider veins are the unsightly blue veins that pop up on the legs when the blood vessel has been damaged. Most cases of varicose veins occur in women and there have been plenty of methods for treating varicose veins that have come and gone over the years. The most common method to […]
Herbs for Panic Attacks or Panic Disorder
Medicinal herbs for panic disorder or attacks and anxiety are usually not sufficient treatment on their own. Those suffering from panic or general anxiety should also consider seeking medical and psychological counseling to get at the root problems. In some cases, the causes of panic attacks are withdrawal from drugs, most notably antidepressants, or by […]
Herbal Remedies for Whooping Cough (Pertussis)
The use of medicinal herbs as herbal remedies to treat whooping cough also known as pertussis focus on reducing the main cause which is respiratory tract infection. Other uses of herbs for whooping cough are to liquefy and aid in expectoration of the tenacious mucus, help with the spasmodic nature of a cough by relaxing […]
Hay Fever – Herbs for Seasonal Allergies (Allergic Rhinitis)
Approximately 20% of Americans suffer from hay fever (allergic rhinitis) or seasonal allergies. The primary part of the body affected by this allergic reaction is the membrane that lines the nasal passages making them swell. This causes nasal discharge, sneezing, itching, and difficulty breathing. The allergic reaction is brought upon by airborne materials; commonly pollen […]
Herbal Remedies for Pancreatitis
Gastrointestinal conditions like pancreatitis may not receive as much attention as lifestyle disease like heart disease, but they can have an even greater impact on quality of life. Pancreatitis is an inflammatory condition that affects the pancreas, impairing the organ’s ability to produce digestive enzymes and insulin. In chronic cases, the condition worsens over time, […]
