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Top 4 Natural Health Products

12 September 2012

I can still remember how my Grandmother, Mom and Dad regularly gave us kids certain things to eat or to swallow when were ill. Grandmother had a concoction she mixed for the slightest sign of a cold, flu or cough. Just the thought of it kept us from getting sick. Dad decided when it was [...]

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Health Benefits of Aloe Vera

24 July 2012

The Health Benefits of Aloe Vera Going by the way they hype aloe vera whenever they put it in any cosmetic products, you would think it was some kind of exotic Far Eastern herb or something. The fact though is that aloe vera is one of the most common potted plants to grow around the [...]

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Aloe Vera Plants

18 December 2010

Aloe Vera plants – a virtual medicine cabinet in a windowsill pot! You’ve probably seen Aloe Vera plants at your local nursery. These easy-to-care-for plants are favourites with the houseplant crowd. In warm climates, you’ll also find them as landscape plants. They’re quite attractive and you don’t need a ‘green thumb’ to grow them. What [...]

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Sweet Almonds

9 September 2010

The small, deciduous almond tree produces lovely white or light pink flowers. The fruit of the tree, almonds, is a very versatile nut and is used in many forms. Roasted almonds are a treat in themselves. California is the chief producer of the nut, followed by the Mediterranean countries of Italy, Morocco, Portugal, Greece, Turkey, [...]

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Acne Home Remedies

23 June 2010

Acne Home Remedies That Work No one likes acne! It is as simple as that. In fact, most of us cringe at the sight of a new pimple on our faces. However, whether we like it or not, acne affects nearly 80 percent of the human population. While this sounds rather dismal, there are things [...]

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Stomach Ache Remedies

2 June 2010

Adults know all too well the importance of having stomach ache remedies to ease discomfort from time and we all may have a favorite trick that we use on days when we don’t feel up to par. However, when it comes to kids, some of the stomach ache remedies aren’t helpful. Following are some ideas [...]

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Remedies For Cold Sores

2 June 2010

One thing that everyone can agree on is a cold sore is never a welcome thing. These small blisters are not only painful but they look unattractive as well. In addition to trying to cover them up, most people are looking for quick remedies for cold sores. A trip to the drugstore will usually yield [...]

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Natural Cures For Constipation

2 June 2010

Although most of us are a bit embarrassed to talk about it, constipation is something many of us have to deal with at some point in our lives. Staying regular is very important to maintaining proper health and finding natural cures for constipation is a good alternative for those of us not comfortable with the [...]

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Chinese Herbal Remedies

2 June 2010

The Western world has taken a keen interest in the last two decades in alternative medicine from traditional Chinese practitioners. Health food stores and specialist shops do a brisk trade in various Chinese herbal remedies. These are usually in the form of capsules, tablets, liquids, creams or tea. It is important to check that the [...]

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Chai Tea

2 June 2010

Chai is a great spice milk tea from India that is quickly becoming extremely popular in the West as people discover it at coffee and tea houses everywhere. The ingredients of chai are touted to have healthful benefits, which is typically prepared by boiling loose leaf tea and adding milk, sweetener, and various spices depending [...]

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Benefits Of Aloe Vera

2 June 2010

There is a long tradition of using plants and herbs for medicinal and cosmetic purposes. There are many claims made for the benefits of Aloe Vera, a succulent plant native to northern Africa. The plant has supporters all over the world and is a common sight on the shelves in health food stores and herbalist’s [...]

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Natural Acne Remedies

9 April 2010

Natural acne remedies are the most advisable cure options for sensitive skin. Although there are hundreds of manufactured remedies promising alleviation of the disturbing skin conditions, it is always advisable to seek a doctor’s advice before trying them out. Acne breakouts usually occur in the teenage years when most young people experience an increase of [...]

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Medical Secret Unearthed

21 December 2009

5000 Year-Old Medical Secret Unearthed! When you get sick, you go to the doctor. And the doctor will, of course, prescribe medicines. You will go and buy medicines. You take them, and hopefully, you get well. This is how the health profession goes on nowadays – a cycle of diagnosis and prescription. If anyone were [...]

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Herbal or Not

21 December 2009

To Go or Not to Go Herbal, that is the Question… Many people nowadays are turning to “organics” and “naturals” otherwise known as herbals. The rising popularity of herbal supplements has created a new fad if not a new health lifestyle. But before you join the bandwagon, here are some things you need to know [...]

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Alternative Medicine

16 December 2009

Benefits of Alternative Medicine by: Ruby Boyd With the growing number of people being affected by newly discovered chronic degenerative diseases such as AIDS and chronic fatigue syndrome; Are you worried or wondering…. Is it possible to maintain good health? What your body needs to function properly? Why conventional medicine is becoming more complicated and [...]

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Triphala

16 December 2009

Ayurvedic Indian Medicine – Triphala by: John Dawson Triphala, the internal cleanser that purifies and strengthens Are you persistently irregular? Yes, you’re uncomfortable, but if you’re about to reach for the laxatives, stop! Indian Ayurvedic medicine’s Triphala, in Elite’s own unique formula, will do much more for you than any ordinary herbal laxative. Triphala is [...]

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Coffee May Help Your Liver

24 October 2009

Published on IOL – October 22 2009 A Few Cups of Coffee May Help Your Liver Washington – Researchers in the United States have found another good reason to go to the local espresso bar: several cups of coffee a day could halt the progression of liver disease, a study showed on Wednesday. Sufferers of [...]

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Coffee As a Health Drink

23 October 2009

Can Coffee be a Health Drink? A few years ago, there were studies saying that coffee can be associated with cancer. This prompted people to avoid drinking the caffeinated drink. A few years after that study, researches have recounted the research quoting that the research is flawed. Current research has showed that coffee can give [...]

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Alternative Medicine in Food – Shallots

20 October 2009

by: Anita Cherry Shallots belong to the lily family (Liliacae) like onion, garlic and leeks. It is classified as Allium cepa var aggregatum. They are smaller and sweeter than onion and like garlic; its bulb divides into multiple sections. It digests better than onion when eaten raw. The bulbs are pulled from the ground and [...]

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Acid Reflux and the Cure – Apple Cider Vinegar

17 October 2009

Snow white slowly took a small bite of the apple and she fell to the ground losing consciousness. Most children, and even the adults, are familiar with this fairy tale story. It is in fact just a tale but in real life, the apple can make wonders. In reality, many people suffer from diseases and [...]

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Acne and Green Tea

9 May 2009

by: Elaine Clay Green tea is used by the Chinese as a traditional medicine to treat many ailments including acne and to improve general well-being. But does it provide an effective herbal alternative to modern medication? The answer seems to be ‘Yes’. There are only two herbal treatments that are known to be effective in [...]

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Red Wine as a Health Drink

21 April 2009

Many people don’t realize it but wine-specifically red wine-is a health drink if consumed in moderation. This is because studies show that red wine is rich in antioxidants. More and more scientific findings show that red wine owes its health benefits from the high level of antioxidants called “resveratrol,” a kind of polyphenol known as [...]

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Benefits of Fish Oil

24 March 2009

Benefits of Fish Oil for Fitness and Health When the words oils and fats are mentioned, health-conscious individuals tend to run for cover. What they fail to realize is that there are good fats and bad fats. Complete avoidance of intake of oils and fats would actually be detrimental – rather than beneficial – to [...]

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Honey, Garlic and Vinegar Remedies

3 March 2009

NEW health breakthrough discovered in a kitchen cupboard! Discover how this amazing NATURAL food combination burns fat, fights infection, and keeps you looking younger Give me 5 minutes and I’ll show you how 3 everyday ingredients could…. Ease the symptoms of coughs and colds without drugs or drowsiness Reduce the appearance of winkles and keep [...]

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Healing Teas

1 March 2009

The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that over 80% of the world’s population satisfy their primary health care needs with traditional herbal medicines. These medicinal plant preparations, passed on and proven through generations of healers, are the oldest known form of health care. Herbal medicines are growing in acceptance both as preventative and supplemental alternatives. [...]

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Back to Nature – Honey

23 February 2009

Honey use and production has a long and varied history. In many cultures, honey has associations that go beyond its use as a food. It appears in literature, religion, linguistics, folk belief and is frequently a talisman and symbol of sweetness. The main uses of honey are in cooking, baking, as a spread on breads, [...]

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