The human papillomaviruses are a family of viruses that cause benign skin growths commonly known as warts, most often afflicting hands or nearby areas, but can appear anywhere on the body. Warts are very common, which may be reflected in the variety of common treatments both traditional and pharmaceutical. There seems to be a link […]
Herbs for Specific Ailments
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 […]
Herbal Remedies for Ulcerative Colitis
Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic and ambiguous disease afflicting the rectum as well as sometimes, the entire colon. While the root cause of the disease is not clearly understood, it likely is a result of an alteration of the immune response to the normal, healthy bacteria residing in the lower region of the intestine. […]
Herbal Remedies to Quit Smoking
Herbal remedies to quit smoking are becoming increasingly popular. If you are a smoker and are looking to quit, read on because the key to stopping smoking is to be prepared and to have support in making this life-saving decision. The trick to sustaining your decision to quit smoking is to have a multifaceted approach. […]
Herbal Remedies for Sore Throat
Sore throat is often the first sign of an upper respiratory infection (URI). With the scratchy, irritating sensation, soon comes difficulty in swallowing and excessive mucus and often secondary infections of the sinuses and bronchi. Herbal remedies for a sore throat can be fast acting and often effective in treating this type of infection, regardless […]
Herbal Remedies for Sinusitis Treatment
There are a number of natural herbal remedies for sinusitis which both support the immune system and are used for the treatment and prevention. According to the National Center for Health Statistics, the most common chronic ailment in the United States is sinusitis. Often confused with the common cold, typical symptoms include a headache, congestion, […]
Herbal Remedies and Natural Herbs for Psoriasis Treatment
The use of medicinal herbs and herbal remedies for treating psoriasis and other skin diseases, such as eczema, have become more and more popular in the recent years and when the conventional medical treatments fail or do not work many people look for alternative therapies such as herbal medicine. Herbs for psoriasis which enhance the […]
Herbs for PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome)
The use of medicinal herbs can be helpful in relieving many of the symptoms associated with PMS; as herbal PMS remedies can 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 term, premenstrual syndrome, incorporates a […]
Uses and Benefits of Herbs for Pain Relief
No vitamins, minerals or herbs can offer the same significant level of pain relief given by heavy-duty prescription drugs. On the other hand, natural herbs for pain relief do not have as many side effects as prescription drugs. They are more cost-effective and do not carry the same risk of chemical dependency. In addition, certain […]
Medicinal Herbs Used for the Treatment of Osteoporosis
Soybean (Glycine max) It has been noted that vegetarians do not suffer as much from osteoporosis as others due to increased intake of soy products. Studies have shown that isoflavones found in the soybean can improve calcium absorption, prevent bone loss and even reverse it. The isoflavones stimulate the cells that are responsible for building bone […]