Herbal Medicine

Alternative Cancer Treatment

2009-11-20T16:48:00.000-08:00

Today there are many way of treatment to cure cancer in which people can choose to fight cancer. Most of these treatments have been used traditionally long time ago.

Aromatherapy: Aromatherapy utilizes essential oils and fragrant substances from a plant’s flowers, stalks, bar, roots, or leaves. These scents are released into the air, creating a calming environment to promote relaxation and relieve stress. Aromatherapy can be performed by a practitioner, but individuals may also use aromatherapy without a practitioner present. The fragrant oils are applied to the skin or added to bath water Aromatherapy is used to relieve stress but is also used to treat a variety of ailments, including infections, depression, insomnia, and high blood pressure. It is important for an individual to consult a doctor before determining the appropriate use for aromatherapy in an overall alternative cancer treatment or alternative treatment for another disease.

Acupuncture: This form of alternative cancer treatment derived from the Chinese and is one of the oldest therapies in the world. For the past 20 years, acupuncture has become more popular in the United States, and is being used alone or with conventional Western medicine as a way to control pain, reduce nausea, and help ailing patients who have chronic diseases. Acupuncture involves the insertion of very thin needles into the body at certain depths in specific areas of the body. Generally, the procedure is not painful, although some people have reported feeling a deep aching sensation when the needle reaches the correct depth within the body. Acupuncture sessions usually last about 30 minutes, and generally, a patient will have up to 12 total sessions. Anyone who is considering acupuncture as an alternative cancer treatment should talk to their doctor to determine if this is the best option for treatment. A doctor may also be able to recommend a qualified acupuncture practitioner.

Massage therapy: In an effort to relieve muscle tension and stress, massage therapy is performed on an individual by a practitioner who kneads the body’s muscle and soft tissue. Massage has been shown to alleviate pain, increase circulation, and promote overall well being. This alternative cancer treatment can be used in addition to other alternative cancer treatment options. However, it is important to consult a doctor to help seek out a licensed massage therapist.

Treating high blood pressure with Bile of Earth : Hempedu Bumi

2009-11-14T06:36:00.000-08:00

Bile of Earth or Hempedu Bumi plant is also known by local as akar cerita. Hempedu Bumi plant abundantly found in China , India, Thailand and Malay island. Could be easily found at the peat soil. Hempedu Bumi is a herbal plant that grows vertically.

This seasonal herbaceous plant can grow until 70-90 cm heights. The upper part of the leaf is dark green in color while the lower part is light green in color, smooth and arranged. The leaf also oval in shape. The stem is green and has many branches.

Hempedu Bumi leaf can used as the remedy to lower the high blood pressure pressure, besides to cure diabetes, antiinflammation, antibacterial, antivirus, relieve fever and as the phlegm liquefier. It is also used to improve defecation, destroy the worms in digestive system and fasten the blood clotting.

The method to made it as the medicine is by braising the leaf to drink the water. The leaf can cure wound by grinding it and paste it at the wound. Chemical substances in the leaf can brake down the fat molecules that present at the blocked bloodstream that cause the blood pressure to increase. The braised leaf water that has bitter taste trigger it to brake down the lipids molecules.

However, the taste does not attract most of Malaysians. They are more interested to sweet and salty tastes. The excess of sweet and salty can lead to severe diseases but if we balance the tastes is much better for health. This plant also suitable for insects bites. The easiest method is take a few of the leaves and crush them. After that, rub them at the bitten place.

Hempedu Bumi is more popular in treating high blood pressure and fever. The usual method is take a few leaves and clean them. Then, immerse the leaves in warm water and wait until it becomes lukewarm. After that, drink the water. It is quite bitter, especially for those who first time drink the water. Bear in mind, drink once per day.

Hempedu Bumi is shown to be superior to Milk Thistle (Silymarin) in its liver protective and bile promoting properties.The active constituents,the andrographolides act as strong antioxidants, protecting the liver and digestive system. Laboratory and clinical trials have demonstrated its effectiveness in cases of toxic liver damage,poor liver function and hepatitis.

Green Tea The Alternative Remedies

2009-10-19T05:03:00.000-07:00

Green tea the alternative remedies is not new to people living in the eastern countries. Green tea is one of the popular drinks in eastern culture especially for people in rural area in beside traditional tea. Green tea is a type of tea made solely with the leaves of Camellia sinensis that has undergone minimal oxidation during processing.

Green tea is palest in color, generally light green or yellow and after the tea leaves are picked, the green tea leaves, they undergo lightly process to prevent some natural changes from taking place such as auto –oxidation catalyzed by enzymes present in the freshly plucked leaves. If allow this oxidation would convert the tea progress to Oolong and then the black tea. Light steaming will prevents this oxidation thus preserved the natural antioxidants in the leaves, this result is green tea.

Green tea originates from China and has become associated with many cultures in Asia from Japan to the Middle East. Green tea has become more widespread in the West, where black tea is traditionally consumed. Many varieties of green tea have been created in countries where it is grown. These varieties can differ substantially due to variable growing conditions, processing and harvesting time.
Green tea become popular in the West after scientific research in both Asia and the west is providing hard evidence for the health benefits long associated with drinking green tea. For example, in 1994 the Journal of the National Cancer Institute published the results of an epidemiological study indicating that drinking green tea reduced the risk of esophageal cancer in Chinese men and women by nearly sixty percent.

University of Purdue researchers recently concluded that a compound in green tea inhibits the growth of cancer cells. There is also research indicating that drinking green tea lowers total cholesterol levels, as well as improving the ratio of good (HDL) cholesterol to bad (LDL) cholesterol.

Green tea can be used as the alternative remedies for infection, cancer, rheumatoid arthritis, high cholesterol levels, cardiovascular disease and impaired immune function. The ability of green tea act as alternative remedies is in the fact that it is rich in catechin polyphenols, particularly epigallocatechin gallate. Epigallocatechin gallate is a powerful anti-oxidant besides inhibiting the growth of cancer cells, it kills cancer cells without harming healthy tissue. It has also been effective in lowering LDL cholesterol levels, and inhibiting the abnormal formation of blood clots.

The latter takes on added importance when you consider that thrombosis (the formation of abnormal blood clots) is the leading cause of heart attacks and stroke. Drink Green tea also is good for healthy teeth and gums because the ability green tea to help reduce symptoms of periodontal disease may be due to the presence of the antioxidant catechin.

Previous research has demonstrated antioxidants' ability to reduce inflammation in the body, and the indicators of periodontal disease measured in this study, PD, CAL and BOP, suggest the existence of an inflammatory response to periodontal bacteria in the mouth. By interfering with the body's inflammatory response to periodontal bacteria, green tea may actually help promote periodontal health, and ward off further disease.

Periodontal disease is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects the gums and bone supporting the teeth, and has been associated with the progression of other diseases such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes.

Periodontists believe that maintaining healthy gums is absolutely critical to maintaining a healthy body," says Dr. David Cochran, DDS, PhD, President of the AAP and Chair of the Department of Periodontics at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. "That is why it is so important to find simple ways to boost periodontal health, such as regularly drinking green tea – something already known to possess certain health-related benefits."

Thus try green tea today and feel the different .

Kacip Fatimah or Labisa Pumila Improve Women Health

2009-09-25T09:06:00.000-07:00

Kacip Fatimah is traditionally used to maintain a healthy female reproductive system, to help tighten and lubricate, and to enhance sexual function.
Kacip Fatimah is rich in phytoestrogen and isoflavones, that may ease menopausal symptoms. Oak Gall is rich in antioxidants and is traditionally used as postpartum care to tighten the reproductive system.

Kacip Fatimah has been traditionally used by the Malay women for many generations in childbirth in inducing and eases delivery, as a post partum medication to help contract the birth channel, to regain body strength, regulate menstrual cycle and avoid painful or difficult menstration, and to alleviate menopausal symptoms. The plant is traditionally boiled and the water extraction is taken as a drink.

Other traditional uses include treating dysentery, rheumatism, and gennoehoea. It is also used as antiflatulence by helping to drive away and prevent the formation of gas. The plant will also help to firm and tone the abdominal muscles. Scientific studies have established that the medicinal properties and biological activities of Kacip Fatimah are due to the presence of phyto-estrogen (plant estrogen) that is naturally found in the plant.

While being used by the indigenous people of Malay the Kacip Fatimah plant were usually boiled and the water soluble extract was taken as drink. Interest had recently been shown in the herbal preparation to determine its mode of action and potential pharmacological application. In the mean time commercial preparations as can drinks have been marketed without knowledge of the mode of action potential toxicity and side effects. Because it is given to women post-partum, the possibility of it being a phyoestrogen was considered highly likely.

Recent studies in the Institute for Medical Research, the water extracts of Kacip Fatimah were able to displace estradiol binding to antibodies raised against estradiol, making it similar to other estrogens such as estrone and estriol. Binding to estrogen receptors are being investigated.

Other claimed traditional uses of the Kacip Fatimah plant include using it to effectively treat dysentery, rheumatism and gonorrhea. It is also used as anti-flatulence by helping drive away and preventing the formation of gas. By cleansing and avoiding painful or difficult menstruation it is used as an anti-dysmenorrheal. This plant will also help to firm and tone the abdominal muscles. All these properties and biological activity is due to the presence of phytoestrogens that is naturally found in the plant.

Herbal Remedies For High Blood Pressure- Java Tea

2009-04-20T06:24:00.000-07:00

High blood pressure (HBP) is a serious condition that can lead to coronary heart disease, heart failure,stroke,kidney failure, and other health problems. "Blood pressure" is the force of blood pushing against the walls of the arteries as the heart pumps out blood. If this pressure rises and stays high over time, it can damage the body in many ways.

About 1 in 3 adults in the United States has HBP. HBP itself usually has no symptoms. You can have it for years without knowing it. During this time, though, it can damage the heart, blood vessels, kidneys, and other parts of your body.

This is why knowing your blood pressure numbers is important, even when you're feeling fine. If your blood pressure is normal, you can work with your health care team to keep it that way. If your blood pressure is too high, you need treatment to prevent damage to your body's organs.

Java Tea a herbal remedies that have been used traditional to cure high blood pressure in Asia.Java Tea has long been used in traditional medicine in South East Asia.

It is believed to have antiallergic, antihypertensive, antiinflammatory and diuretic properties. It is used as a remedy for arteriosclerosis (capillary and circulatory disorders), kidney stones and nephritis. It is also used traditonally for treating gout, diabetes and rheumatism. The leaves are also used as a diuretic and for treating catarrh of the bladder. A decoction prepared from the plant is used to eliminate stones in the bladder.

Java Tea (Orthosiphon Stamineus) is a medicinal herb trusted for many centuries for treating ailments of the kidney, bladder stone, urinary tract infection, liver and bladder problems, diabetes, rheumatism and gout. It is also used to reduce cholesterol and blood pressure.

Java Tea has a mild diuretic action, useful for flushing the kidneys and urinary tract. It also relieves spasms of the smooth muscle in the walls of the internal organs, making it valuable for gallbladder problems. Researchers have found it to be mildly antiseptic as well.

Java Tea began to interest researchers as early as the beginning of the 20th century when this plant was introduced to Europe where it became a popular herbal tea.

Scientific research on Java Tea has begun since 1970 (Van der Venn: Pharmaceutisch Weekblad), (Schmidt and Bos, Walter de Gruyter & Co., Berlin/New York: Volatile of Orthosiphon Stamineus Benth, Progress in Essential Oil Research), (Massuda T: A Highly Oxygenerated Diterpene From Orthosiphon Stamineus, Tetrahedron Letter).

In Malaysia, research institutes such as the Institute of Medical Research and the Kuala Lumpur Hospital of the Malaysian Health Ministry are participating actively in conducting clinical study to prove the efficacy of Java Tea in treating kidney stone disease. The School of Pharmaceutical Sciences,Universiti Sains Malaysia contributes to the scientific research and development of Java Tea by conducting the extraction, quality control, standardization, pharmacological and formulation research.

In Japan, in a study on the antihypertensive substance in the leaves of Java Tea by the Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Fukuyama University, exhibited a continuous decrease in systolic blood pressure, a decrease in cardiac output and diuretic action in conscious stroke-prone hypertensive rats.

In Indonesia, the National Cardiovascular Center, has conducted a clinical observation on the effectiveness of the consumption of Java Tea traditional medicine by the wide population in treating hypertension.

The Java Tea Tree

Avocados

2009-04-14T07:05:00.000-07:00

Avocados is natural rich source of Vitamin E and a good source of potassium.It has useful amounts of vitamin B6 and also supply vitamin C, riboflavin and manganese. Vitamin C and Vitamin E are both antioxidant and therefore can help to prevent the free radical damage that might lead to certain cancers.

Potassium helps to control blood pressure as well as maintain a regular heart beat and a healthy nervous system. Vitamin B6 is important for the normal functioning of the nervous system.Low level of vitamin B6 may also be associated with morning sickness.

Avocados have high content of monounsaturated fatty acid, which taught to lover blood cholesterol level. However the weight watchers should beware because avocados may contain up to 400 calories per fruit.

The avocados also has the highest protein content of any fruit.Unlike most fruits, avocados start to ripen only when they have been cut from the tree. Thus, if you buy an unripe avocados, store it at room temperature for few days.

The avocado is also called the 'alligator pear' because of the color and texture of the leather-like skin. Depending on the variety, avocados can weigh anything from 8 ounces to 3 pounds!. The avocado flesh is hard when harvested and takes about six to nine days to ripen and soften to a buttery texture. It tastes like a cross between a hard-boiled egg yolk and butter.

Like banana, the density of avocado flesh is filling and acts as a digestible slow-burning fuel, providing energy for growing children. Because of its high carbohydrates and protein content, mashed avocado is the perfect nourishing food for babies who are beginning to take solids.

Avocado is a fruit that is often avoided because of its high fats content. Together with that perception, the numerous health benefits are also overlooked. It's time we take a good look at some of the healing virtues of this fruit:

Bad Breath: The avocado is one of the best natural mouth wash and a remedy for bad breath. It is effective in removing intestinal putrefactions or decomposition which are the real cause of a coated tongue and this unpleasant condition.

Beauty Aid: The oil extracted is widely used in preparation of beauty products. These include creams, cleansers and moisturizers to prevent the ageing effect of dehydration; bath oils, shampoos, scalp conditioner and hair tonic.

Cholesterol: An avocado contains oleic and linoleic acids that are effective in lowering the LDL cholesterol and increasing the healthy HDL cholesterol.

Alfalfa - The Father of All Food

2009-04-13T07:42:00.000-07:00

Alfalfa known as the 'Father of all Food' received its name from the Arabs of Persia centuries ago.

Alfalfa leaves and sprouting seeds have been used for thousands of years as a nutritive tonic. Originally native to Asia, the herb was imported into the West by Darius, King of Persia (550-486 BC) during his battles in Greece. Roman writers are amongst those who commended it for its therapeutic actions.

Uses of Alfalfa
Alfalfa has therapeutic uses as both food and medicine. It is rich in vitamins, particularly A, B and C and also Vitamin K. It is believed to contain a higher mineral content than most grains and is a natural source of calcium, potassium, magnesium and phosphorus. Alfalfa has therapeutic uses for a wide range of conditions.

These include:

Digestive System

As a tonic for the digestive system, increasing vitality.
It can stimulate appetite and promote weight gain in anorexia. Also may aid weight gain after surgical operation.
Stimulates peristalsis of the bowel and reduces constipation.
May alleviate dyspepsia, and be helpful in treating chronic ulcers.
Is believed to support the liver and alleviate anaemia.
Has been used traditionally in South Africa for its anti-diabetic activity. It may be helpful in the treatment of
insulin-dependent diabetes.

Joints and Bones and Skin

Its high mineral content promotes healthy bones and teeth.
The high Chlorophyll content is believed to encourage the growth of connective tissue, beneficial in diseases such as arthritis.
Plant contents may aid tissue repair and be useful in the healing of wounds, varicose ulcers and abscesses.

Chlorella - The Age Fighter

2009-04-04T01:59:00.000-07:00

Chlorella is a single celled fresh water algae with a history dating back more than two billion years. Chlorella is the most researche algae in the world and it has been studied by the Rockfeler Foundation, Carnegie Institute and NASA.

Chlorella is truly a natural food, whole, pure and complete. Called as Nature's Healer for its positive effects on health, the chlorophyll in chlorella help human body as useful blood builder which improve red blood cell count and corrects anemia.

Chlorella known as richest source of chlorophyll and as high as 7% of its total weigh. This led some to call chlorella the supreme whole food concertrate.Chlorella is by far is the richest source of chlorophyll avaiable for the human body.

Known as the most powerful cleansing agent found in nature, chlorophyll detoxifies the bowels, liver, kidney and bloodstream. It normalize the beneficial bowel flora, stimulates tissue regeneration and speeds the healing wounds and burns. It also assists in digestion, control calcium in the body and increase iron absorption. It best known for its deodorant properties.

How Aloe Vera is Useful for Us in Our Daily Life

2009-03-08T18:01:00.000-07:00

A famous usual curer, Aloe Vera has been planning use of externally for thousands of years on demolish by fire, scratches and cuts. Recently, investigators have originated that the aloe mucilaginous polysaccharides could turn out to be steady and drag out from the raw and fresh plant, in the course of a cautious freeze aeration procedure, which jumbles the enzymes, mineral salts and irritants bring into life form in the raw and fresh Aloe Vera plant. All the way through this technique, the compensations make longer far beyond its previous skin-healing possessions. Citizens with harsh digestive disorder are easing indications in a way they by no means charged credible - not comprising drugs and their dangerous and harming side effects. The aloe mucilaginous polysaccharide molecule reinstates to fitness inside.

Aloe Vera has been a very important part of human beings medicine container for more than four thousand years. It is on purpose to have brought about in muggy Africa where on earth it was made use of to take care of deadly projectile wound. From there it inspired from area to area to all the main civilizations and quickly developed into well known for its amazing healing powers. Aloe plant apparatus are expansively renowned for their uses in folk prescriptions, mostly for their capacity to give support to healing of unimportant coetaneous wound and for protection of skin cells. More than a few in vitro educations have uncovered Aloe substance incite the fibroblast and epithelial cell improvement and influence lection like respond in protected cells concerned in skin damage repair measures.

In our up to date education, we extensively scrutinized Aloe resources taken out from all the leaves and solid filets for their qualified special effects on beginning of promulgation in fibroblast cells and in support of the Aloe mucilaginous polysaccharides, in elements like neuron. Aloe gel resources were originated to enhance making in deferral treated cells like neuron to a superior level than that observed in equally cured fibroblast cells in momentary cultures. In very old cultures cells are healed not more than one time.

Aloe resources conserved both cells feasibility at different dosage of Aloe. This education discloses for the first time that to some extent purified resources in Aloe extracts can give confidence to the development of cells like neuron in vitro, consequently expanding the enormous selection of cells that are tremendously reactive with Aloe resources.

Herbal Stress Relief

2009-02-13T10:59:00.000-08:00

In modern life, stress is something we must deal with on an almost daily basis. Whether we’re worried about work, family, finances or major calamities such as terrorism and Global Warming, there are certainly ample reasons to be stressed. It’s also an established fact that medications for dealing with that stress can be both expensive and have long-term negative side effects. So, what are the alternatives? Thankfully there are plenty of useful herbs for stress relief.

Try a Natural Remedy

Herbal stress relief remedies like any other medication is not a quick fix. To obtain optimum benefit from them they need to be taken over several months however in the long run you will see that they are far better than pharmaceuticals.

First there is Valerian; it will help you to sleep, and it prevents panic attacks from overwhelming you. Then there are Hops (an ingredient in beer), which eases stress, nervousness and restlessness. A rather odd side-effect of hops is that they decrease your desire for alcohol!

You have probably quite often heard someone suggest a nice cup of tea to help relax you. Well, in the case of Chamomile they are correct as it is a very gentle stress reliever and it also helps you to relax. Then there is green tea which is a great stress reliever as it contains Theanine which helps you to relax and is a natural mild tranquilizer.

Ginseng does an excellent job at reducing stress and it also fights off mental fatigue, reduces irritability, and improves the nervous system.

Various members of the mint family are known to be natural stress reducers. Lemon balm has quite a calming effect as it reduces mood swings and also helps with better sleep.

You might find this one a bit odd to be on a list of herbal stress relief for humans however catnip is quite effective in reducing stress and helping you stay calm.

Ashwagandha is something many people won’t have heard of but it’s a great herbal remedy for helping you to deal with fatigue and it also works as an anti-inflammatory. When you’re stressed, you can sometimes suffer inflammation throughout your body therefore Ashwagandha offers quite holistic herbal stress relief. Keeping inflammation under control can also help you to feel less stressed.

In the Far East natural herbal remedies have been used for centuries. Of all things, the bark from a Cork tree has been long known to help relieve stress. Often it is combined with Magnolia Officinalis bark which helps with anxiety. Next, from Europe, Goldenroot (also known as Roseroot) is very good at easing the symptoms of depression and is also used as a mild sedative. As a side benefit, it helps to relieve fatigue.

Of course, not all herbal stress relief is confined to Europe and Asia. Out among the Polynesians of the Pacific is the Kava Kava root.

For centuries, they have used it as a means of reducing stress and for simple relaxation. Another excellent means of calming your nerves and reducing worry is to take Vitexin. Vitexin is extracted from the Passion Flower and is now sold as a herbal remedy. One little caveat on Vitexin, be sure any pills you buy are between three and four percent Vitexin as this is the recommended dose.

As you can see there is quite a choice when it comes to herbal stress relief remedies no matter how it may manifests in physical and mental symptoms. Simply follow the recommended dosage for any of the herbal stress remedies and you will quickly find that they are quite worthwhile.

Happy New Year 2009

2009-01-01T02:25:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year 2009

Fish Therapy

2008-12-30T23:02:00.000-08:00

Fish therapy is becoming more and more popular in Asia today. The fishes are called Garra Rufa and they originated from a hot spring near Kangal in Turkey where they were first discovered for their healing power. They are also called ‘Doctor Fish’ as these fishes help in easing the symptoms of those suffering from skin conditions such as psoriasis and eczema. They actually nibble away your scaly and dead skin, leaving your skin smooth and glowing healty skin.

It is a good treatment for those who suffer from psoriasis or eczema and over time is said to cure these patients completely of their ailments. The secret of the Garra Rufa lies in their saliva which contains a certain enzyme that is good for the skin!.

The fish strike and lick the plaques of the skin disorders, which have been softened by the warm water. This clears away the plaque scales, causing minor bleeding, and exposing the lesion to the water. This may also cause drainage of pus in patients with abscesses. The Garra Rufa prefer to attack diseased rather then healthy skin simply because it is easier to nibble at it.

The fish nibbles at the diseased skin area, the upper skin layer is completely removed. At the same time the fish leave traces of their saliva on your skin, which results in Skin Renewal and Re-growth and normalisation of the affected area of skin. This process is absolutely free of pain. You simply feel a pleasant tickling on the skin to which you will get used to, very fast. These fish have no teeth, clear up the scared Skin through the actions of their mouth without causing any pain to the patients. Patients feel their skin becoming smooth. It is necessary to bath with the fish for two hours at a time each day, for 21 days to achieve the best result.

Honey The Medicine From Hive

2008-12-29T18:44:00.002-08:00

Honey is one of the oldest Malay Medicine ingredient widely and traditional used in any of Malay Medicine. Honey mostly add to raw chicken egg and mix with other herbs such as turmeric, ginger and many other secret ingredients.

Eating honey with raw eggs in Malay Medicine have many purpose, mostly to give instant energy for man before having sex with their wife, while for women eating honey with chicken eeg and turmeric will give energy and keep the preserve beautiful and the women looks younger and healthier.

Honey also can be taken raw, a table spoon in the morning and another table spoon before go to sleep, it belief to man and women healthy

The Secret of Olive Tree

2008-12-06T07:51:00.000-08:00

Ask an ancient Greek what the most useful object on earth is, and the answer might surprise you. According to mythological tradition, when asked to produce an item of ultimate utility, Athena, goddess of wisdom, created the tiny olive. Since then, this amazingly versatile botanical has served as food, medicine, fuel, as well as a symbol of peace and prosperity. The Bible makes over 200 mentions of the olive, and Mohammad advised its use as a cure for 'seventy diseases.' Some theologians even believe that the olive tree is the 'Tree of Life' described in the final chapters of Revelations, whose leaves would heal the nations of the world.

Today, as interest increases in taking a holistic and natural approach to health, the olive again is gaining a seemingly miraculous reputation as an antibiotic, antioxidant, and key part of the healthful combination of foods that make up the Mediterranean diet. Modern science has accumulated a virtual mountain of data that confirms the same thing that herbal practitioners and healers have been saying for thousands of years; that olives and olive leaf are a powerful tool for combating disease and maintaining health.

Antibiotics have been labeled as the greatest achievement of modern medicine, providing relief from a range of diseases too numerous to mention. In light of this, it may be surprising to learn that natural antibiotics such as olive have been utilized for thousands of years. Folk tradition, and more recently modern medicine, have observed that the natural chemistry of the olive, the olive tree, and it's leaves have intrinsic anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-viral properties. Olive has been found to bring aid to those suffering from conditions as wide ranging as colds and flues, herpes, shingles, fibromyalgia, high blood pressure and more. In the early 1900's, a bitter compound was found in the leaves of certain olive trees called "Oleuropein." This compound was determined to be part of the olive tree's powerful disease resistant structure.

In 1962, an Italian researcher recorded that oleuropein had the ability to lower blood pressure in animals. Other European researchers validated that claim and also found it to increase blood flow in the coronary arteries, relieve arrhythmias and prevent intestinal muscle spasms. There are studies in Israel that found the leaf is effective against Streptococcus by damaging the cell membrane of the bacteria, disabling it. Unlike modern antibiotics, there is no resistant strains to the relieving effects of olive. It's use does not spur the development of so called 'super bugs.' It is merely one of the tools that mother nature has provided us to improve our lives.

Picture a piece of metal left exposed to the air. As time passes, the surface of the metal will slowly become coated with a layer of iron oxide, or rust. Why does this happen? A process known as oxidation, in which one molecule or atom steals an electron away from another, resulting in a chemical change. Within our bodies, a family of compounds known as free radicals move throughout our cells, oxidizing neighboring compounds and causing damage to components of the cell, including our DNA. Dr. Denham Harmon is credited with producing the free radical theory of aging, stating the accumulated effect of free radical damage is the cause of the gradual decreased function of the body over time, as well as the growth of cancers.

Free radicals enter our bodies via pollution from sources such as smog, cigarette smoke, pesticides and alcohol. They are likewise formed as a byproduct of cellular respiration as oxygen molecules are brought into the cell and used to break down sugars. The presence of heavy metals such as mercury in dramatically 'supercharges' these free radicals, causing even further damage.

Antioxidants are so named because they are willing to freely give an electron, reducing the free radical to an inert compound. Olive is a notably rich source of antioxidants, with extracts based on the leaves providing nearly 5 times the free radical absorbing capacity of vitamin C, surpassing both grape seed and green tea extracts. When free radicals are kept in check, the body simply performs better. We have more energy, our muscles respond as they used to, our immune systems are dramatically bolstered. In the case of olive, combining the natural antibiotic capabilities with the healthful bolstering effects of free radical removal produces an environment in which illness causing germs, viruses and bacterium simply cannot survive.

Imagine how much better you will feel when you have nature fighting on your side, rather than against you! Olive can be added to the diet via eating the fruit and olive oil, though greater concentrations of the active ingredients, such as oleuropein are found in the leaves. These leaves are often made into olive tea, or extracted into tinctures, capsules, soaps and skin cream which may be found in health food stores or online. Olive is safe for all ages, and simply doesn't produce any ill effects based on its consumption. Even pets can consume olive leaf powder on their food to enjoy the same benefits as their owners.

The Secret of Herbal Aphrodisiacs

2008-11-15T00:10:00.000-08:00

In Malay community there are many herbal aphrodisiac that have been kept secret and the information only pass from generation to generation. But now after research been done some of these secret have been revealed to the public.

Here are some of the herbal aphrodisiac and how you can try at home.

Virgin Coconut oil (VCO)

Take 2 tablespoon of virgin coconut oil before you go to bed and you can feel the result once you wake up in the morning. Practice this for a week and you feel that your sexual energy and desire will increase. In addition, you can use as massage oil to massage your penis. I upload here the way you should massage you penis. Practice this massage or exercises for 44 days and you will find that your penis bigger, harder and stronger than before.

2. Tongkat Ali or Eurycoma logifolia Jack.

ALSO KNOWN as Malaysian Ginseng, Tongkat Ali (Eurycoma longifolia) has an ancient reputation as a herbal aphrodisiac. Its name means "Ali's staff or walking stick" in reference to its effects on male sexual health. It increases testosterone levels, and raises endurance and stress tolerance. Laboratory animal studies have confirmed that its traditional use is not a placebo. Each of these studies revealed a marked improvement in multiple aspects of mice sexual behaviour after ingestion of Tongkat Ali. Free testosterone levels were also enhanced together with an increase in sperm production. Further research has also revealed an “anxiolitic” or anxiety relieving effects in animal models.

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Dictionary:

Urut = Massage
Kali = time (urut 10 kali means massage 10 time follow the arrow direction)

The Benefits of Dandelion

2008-11-07T18:30:00.000-08:00

The next time you see a pesky dandelion interfering with the perfection of your lawn, you might want to reconsider your first reaction to spray it with weed killer. That little weed is actually an incredible source of vitamins and other substances that can be greatly beneficial to your health. Many people still don’t realize that the dandelion is even edible, much less are they aware of the amazing benefits this natural herb can have on their health.

Dandelion contains a significant amount of vitamin A and potassium, as well as moderate amounts of vitamin B, vitamin C, vitamin D, phosphorus, iron, magnesium, zinc, and manganese. All of these substances can be beneficial to your health, but the dandelion also provides a more specific health benefit. Dandelion can actually act as a gentle and natural diuretic that aids in the function of the entire digestive system, including the function of the kidneys, gallbladder, bowels and more. It can aid in treating constipation and water retention.

Dandelion leaves can be eaten directly from the plant, but their bitter taste makes them less than appealing to the average person. It is better to boil the leaves and add them to salads, vegetable dishes, pasta dishes, and various casseroles. You can also purchase dandelion tablets from various herbal stores and online centers.

Always be sure to consult with your doctor before taking in any new supplement. As beneficial as dandelion can be to your health, it is not for everyone. Those with digestive issues such as gallstones and ulcers should take special care with dandelion and should only ingest it under the supervision of their doctor.

There are quite a few benefits associated with dandelion, and many people can benefit from its use. Now that you are more familiar with the advantages of this herb, the next time you spot a dandelion in your lawn, you might find yourself eating it instead of trying to get rid of it.

Herbs for Anxiety Treatment

2008-10-26T10:01:00.000-07:00

Herbs also can help in anxiety disorders. Anxiety disorders are a common problem, affecting approximately 20 million adults and children in America. Anxiety is a common emotion consisting of uncertainty and worry faced by many, whilst anxiety disorders are when such fears are experienced irrationally. There are many treatments available, ranging from medication to therapy and alternative treatments. One treatment is through using natural herbal supplements.

Natural herbs are less costly than medication, and consist of herbs, vitamins and botanical. They can be taken individually, or with other supplements, but it is best to first consult your doctor before deciding on natural herbs as a treatment for anxiety disorders. They also have the advantage of having no side effects, as compared to medications which can result in side effects such as nausea. Below are some common herbs used in anxiety disorders treatment.

1. Passion Flower

This is a natural plant that is used to treat anxiety, amongst other ailments. Its has unique calming properties, and can also reduce body tremors from fear. It promotes better sleep, and can act as a painkiller. It also contains anti depressants, and is used for high blood pressure and epilepsy.

2. Lavender

This is a more popular alternative than the passion flower, and is also known for its calming properties. It is also one of the more effective treatments for panic attacks, and is a tonic for the nervous system.

3. Lemon Balm

This is used to calm the digestive and nervous system, and also reduces blood pressure. It is uncertain if used alone, lemon balm is effective for treating anxiety attacks. It is usually taken with Valerian, Chamomile or Passion flower.

4. Kava

It is an effective tranquilizer, and whilst it is not an addictive substance, research suggests that it may be linked to liver problems.

5. Valerian

This is another natural plant used for treating anxiety. It also promotes better sleep, allowing for the body to rest and recuperate.

6. Chamomile

Chamomile flower leaves are used to make tea, and is a natural alternative for treating anxiety. It also reduces fever, encourages sleep and enhances the body’s metabolism.

7. Dandelion

The roots and leaves are used to treat the body’s internal systems, and through it, provide relief for some of the symptoms of anxiety. It is commonly used in salads and tea, and can also be used as a substitute for coffee.

There are many natural treatments available, and herbs have been used for treating illnesses for centuries. However, do keep in mind that it is not a quick fix, and can only alleviate the symptoms of anxiety attacks. It is advisable to seek out behavioral or cognitive therapy so as to eliminate the root of the problem causing anxiety attacks.

Organic Teas Offer Many Benefits

2008-10-13T07:06:00.000-07:00

If you like tea, you should know that organic tea makes a wonderful choice for those that like a full-flavored beverage to help them wake up in the morning or relax in the evening. Organic teas provide great taste without the toxins that can plague non-organic beverages. You can choose organic herbal teas for a caffeine-free end to your day to reduce jitters that can come from caffeine consumption late at night, and you may also select organic loose tea to make your own custom tea blends.

Organic teas are unique from other bulk tea, in that they earn their status by being grown in ways that do not use chemical fertilizers and pesticides. These toxic substances can leave residues in the tea that eventually makes its way to your cup, a situation that is not beneficial to humans. Organic loose teas adhere to a set of certified production standards for growing, storage, processing, packaging and shipping, so that what you get is a pure, natural, toxin-free beverage.

Organic tea is also commonly purchased in bulk. Getting bulk tea is a cost-effective way to make sure you will have a good supply of your favorite drink on hand. Organic loose tea also provides you the opportunity to blend your own unique mixtures, so you can combine the flavors that make you happy. Black and organic herbal teas are available in bulk for your convenience.

There are many unique tea flavors available. Chai tea is a popular drink, and for good reason. Although it can be made with water, it is typically made with hot milk, into which the tea is added, leaving its clove-spice fragrance for you to enjoy. Essiac tea is a unique tea blend that is made from burdock root, slippery elm bark, sheep sorrel, and Indian or Turkey rhubarb root. It has been used historically in traditional medicine, and today may be used to make the immune system stronger.

For a tea that allows you to experience a real tea flavor, you might want to try white tea. Of all of the teas available today, white tea is the least processed, and has greater levels of polyphenols than even green tea.

Some days you will want a tea that makes your smile and energizes you, and for this you might want to try cinnamon-orange spice tea. This is a tea blend that smells as good as it tastes, and many people will brew a little bit in order to scent the room deliciously. This and other varieties of organic loose tea make a wonderful gift for yourself and the other tea drinkers in your life.

Herbal Can Also Cure Measles

2008-10-11T06:13:00.000-07:00

Measles is a contagious viral illness that spreads via airborne droplets coughed or sneezed out by a person infected by measles. Measles tends to infect children more than adults but they too are not safe from the viral infection.

The incubation period for measles is one to two weeks after which flu-like symptoms make an appearance with runny nose. However, the first sign of measles could be blood shot eyes and conjunctivitis. Although characteristic signs of measles are the appearance of white spots inside the cheeks which have pink areolas. These are called Koplik’s spots.

Measles rash usually makes it appearance on the fourth or the fifth day with the rash first becoming visible on the scalp and temples. This rash gradually spreads to the neck and rest of the body. The rash disappears faster than the brown pigmentation which can last for a while. Measles infection lasts for around 10 days.

Herbal That Can Cure Measles

Give your child food containing plenty of garlic and onion as they are known for their anti-infective action
Echinacea is also a marvelous anti-infective agent. So took for a tincture which contain extracts from Echinacea, give your child the tincture mixed in water twice a day for 3 weeks
Eucalyptus, naiouli, thyme and unalol oils can be given to children for the anti-infective properties. Take one drop from each oil with a spoonful of honey two times a day.
Use powdered licorice to relief symptoms of cough during measles. You can take half a teaspoon of licorice, mix it with half a teaspoon of honey to help with the cough
Take Barley water and mix it with oil of sweet almond to help with the cough symptoms associated with measles

Cedarberg SOD Tea

2008-06-28T22:12:00.000-07:00

Cedarberg SOD Tea is nutritious health drink that is caffeine free, low in tannin and rich in anti-oxidants which are known to combat free radicals that are harmful to our body.

Breakthrough Man Sexual Powerfull Secrets That Herbalist Sites Do Not Want You To Find Out About !

2008-06-01T06:01:00.000-07:00

Yes, I have found breakthrough Men Sexual Powerful Secrets That Herbalist Sites Do Not Want You To Find Out About !. If you a men you will notice that your sexual desire will reduce with the increasing of your age. However this is normal conditions for men because the men hormone or androgen will decrease with age.

However I have discovered that in Malay traditional there is a simple exercisers that have been kept for secret among Malays that live in southeast Asia for every long time to maintain the manhood of man among Malays. With these exercisers, if practice everyday, will kept man sexual organ and desire, more healthier without the needs of taking any aphrodisiacs nor matter it is herbal or conventional medication.

Because sex is very important in man life, these secret exercise is traditionally taught form generation to generation to ensure the man have good and maintain powerful sexual health. Here the video that perform by my friends.

The Power of Ganoderma in Oriental Medicine

2008-05-17T03:22:00.000-07:00

by: R.G. Srinivasan

Ganoderma, a rare variety of Mushroom credited with the highest medicinal qualities by the classic Chinese ‘Seng Nong’ is indeed a subject of much research from the ancient china of 100 B.C. or earlier to the modern times by various universities and research organizations. It is also known as Linghzi in China and Reishi in Japan.

It is said that in the ancient times anyone who found the rare Linghzi never revealed the place and kept it a secret of health, longevity and wealth. The Japanese revered the herb as ‘God’s Herb’ where it is known as Reishi.

Lingzhi in medicine was considered so auspicious that its medical efficacy has been attested to in the oldest Chinese medical text (over 2,000 years old). The book, which is known in Japan as "Shinnoh Honsohkyo", is now accepted as being the original textbook of Oriental medical science. In it, 365 kinds of medicines are classified and explained. Ganoderma is classified as “Superior Herb” or "God's Herbs" and they are for perpetual youth and longevity. The book states that for "superior" medicines, any amount can be taken as desired on a continuous basis with no unfavorable effects. Of the superior medicines listed in the text, Lingzhi was rated number one. You can see how important and powerful Lingzhi was considered in ancient times. It achieved its ranking in the Chinese text not because of its symbolic importance as a good omen but because of its medicinal properties. Centuries ago, Lingzhi was said to be a medicine that would grant you eternal youth and longevity.

But after 2,000 years, Lingzhi has jumped into the spotlight as a specific medicine for cancer. This must be a bitter irony for those in the modern medical profession who discounted the herbal remedies and oriental medicine as being “old wives' tales". The families of many cancer patients who have received a diagnostic "death sentence" now seek reishi as the only way left for them.

The Linghzi Mushrooms grows only on old tree barks with specific conditions difficult to replicate.

Till 1971 the herb was so rare that it was hardly sited except in mountainous areas. Many researchers had attempted to plant Ganoderma artificially but failed. Till in 1971 directed by Naoi Department of Agriculture and Professor Zenzaburo Kasai, Kyoto University made a breakthrough in its cultivation.

Presently the herb is grown only by 10 countries. The demand far outstrips supply due to the increasing evidence through various researches on its efficacy in treating many disease including Cancer, HIV, Hepatitis, Diabetes, Liver disorders and mainly as a preventive due its rich anti oxidant and detoxifying qualities. You can check further resources at http://globalhealthnetwork.tripod.com

Some of the research in Japan indicates that those that have taken Ganoderma for over a year the visit to doctors dropped into half. There are thousands of research paper available including on the internet on the subject of the healing breakthroughs achieved by Ganoderma in various treatments and too lengthy to discuss here. However we can highlight the research in short.

Summarized from these reports, it is found that Lingzhi have the following properties:

Improves cholesterosis, coronary insufficiency.

Improves hyper and hypotensions.

Improves nervous tension, neurosis.

Improves chronic bronchitis, hepatitis.

Improves leukocytopenia and reticuloendothelial system.

Effective in numerous other ailments.

The three major killers these days are: cancer, cerebrosis and coronary diseases. The latter two have their etiology closely linked to the blood circulatory system. Related problems like stroke, heart block, arteriosclerosis, obesity etc. are all tied to problems in the blood circulation. One out of three persons dies from one of the above ailments everyday.

Lingzhi can correct this imbalance and strengthen the system to prevent further deterioration.

What are noteworthy are its preventive capabilities. For the 21st century man, stressed out, poisoned by the polluted atmosphere, wrong food habits and drug induced illnesses of the modern medicine. While modern medicine has been very effective in treating certain conditions effectively and immediately, they do not address the holistic approach of the ancient medicine as a preventive and for regeneration of wasted tissues and damaged cells.

In conclusion, Ganoderma has been proven to exert significant effect on diminishing pain, fortifying the body's immune system and prolonging life. Even though its role in cancer control has not been determined 100 percent yet.

Ganoderma has a history of 3,000 years, during which time it is widely used by many people with no reported unfavorable side effects. It is therefore highly recommend for prevention. I hope that people from all walks of life will take a concerned interest and share in development of Herbal treatments. Hopefully, with so much research and emerging evidence, Ganoderma can bring a brighter outlook to the human race in the conquest of longevity.

About the Author

About The Author
R.G. Srinivasan is founder of Born to Win Forum. He is a certified trainer and consultant in training design & methodologies. He is also the author of e-books, publishes 2 ezines on success and motivation and Home Business. His articles are widely published across the world. He is featured as an Expert Author in leading content syndication portals. Check out his home business ezine at http://home-businessleaders.tripod.com

A banana a day keeps the doctor away

2008-04-06T09:52:00.000-07:00

'A banana a day keeps the doctor away!' The Good of Banana

After reading this, you'll never look at a banana in the same way again .

Bananas contain three natural sugars - sucrose, fructose and glucose combined with fiber. A banana gives an instant, sustained and substantial boost of energy.

Research has proven that just two bananas provide enough energy for a strenuous 90-minute workout. No wonder the banana is the number one fruit with the world's leading athletes.

But energy isn't the only way a banana can help us keep fit.

It can also help overcome or prevent a substantial number of illnesses and conditions, making it a must to add to our daily diet.

Depression: According to a recent survey undertaken by MIND amongst people suffering from depression, many felt much better after eating a banana. This is because bananas contain tryptophan, a type of protein that the body converts into serotonin, known to make you relax, improve your mood and generally make you feel happier.

PMS: Forget the pills - eat a banana. The vitamin B6 it contains regulates blood glucose levels, which can affect your mood.

Anemia: High in iron, bananas can stimulate the production of hemoglobin in the blood and so helps in cases of anemia.

Blood Pressure: This unique tropical fruit is extremely high in potassium yet low in salt, making it perfect to beat blood pressure. So much so, the US Food and Drug Administration has just allowed the banana industry to make official claims for the fruit's ability to reduce the risk of blood pressure and stroke.

Brain Power: 200 students at a Twickenham (Middlesex) school were helped through their exams this year by eating bananas at breakfast, break, and lunch in a bid to boost their brain power. Research has shown that the potassium-packed fruit can assist learning by making pupils more alert.

Constipation: High in fiber, including bananas in the diet can help restore normal bowel action, helping to overcome the problem without resorting to laxatives.

Hangovers: One of the quickest
ways of curing a hangover is to make a banana milkshake, sweetened with honey. The banana calms the stomach and, with the help of the honey, builds up depleted blood sugar levels, while the milk soothes and re-hydrates your system.

Heartburn: Bananas have a natural antacid effect in the body, so if you suffer from heartburn, try eating a banana for soothing relief.

Morning Sickness: Snacking on bananas between meals helps to keep blood sugar levels up and avoid morning sickness.

Mosquito bites: Before reaching for the insect bite cream, try rubbing the affected area with the inside of a banana skin. Many people find it amazingly successful at reducing swelling and irritation.
Nerves: Bananas are high in B vitamins that help calm the nervous system.
Overweight and at work? Studies at the Institute of Psychology in Austria found pressure at work leads to gorging on comfort food like chocolate and crisps. Looking at 5,000 hospital patients, researchers found the most obese were more likely to be in high-pressure jobs. The report concluded that, to avoid panic-induced food cravings, we need to control our blood sugar levels by snacking on high carbohydrate foods every two hours to keep levels steady.
Ulcers: The banana is used as the dietary food against intestinal disorders because of its soft texture and smoothness. It is the only raw fruit that can be eaten without distress in over-chronicler cases. It also neutralizes over-acidity and reduces irritation by coating the lining of the stomach.

Temperature control: Many other cultures see bananas as a 'cooling' fruit that can lower both the physical and emotional temperature of expectant mothers. In Thailand , for example, pregnant women eat bananas to ensure their baby is born with a cool temperature.

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): Bananas can help SAD sufferers because they contain the natural mood enhancer tryptophan.

Smoking & Tobacco Use: Bananas can also help people trying to give up smoking. The B6, B12 they contain, as well as the potassium and ma gnesium found in them, help the body recover from the effects of nicotine withdrawal.

Stress: Potassium is a vital mineral, which helps normalize the heartbeat, sends oxygen to the brain and regulates your body's water balance. When we are stressed, our metabolic rate rises, thereby reducing our potassium levels. These can be rebalanced with the help of a high-potassium banana snack.

Strokes: According to research in 'The New England Journal of Medicine, 'eating bananas as part of a regular diet can cut the risk of death by strokes by as much as 40%!

Warts: Those keen on natural alternatives swear that if you want to kill off a wart, take a piece of banana skin and place it on the wart, with the yellow side out. Carefully hold the skin in place with a plaster or surgical tape!

So, a banana really is a natural remedy for many ills. When you compare it to an apple, it has four times the protein, twice the carbohydrate, three times the phosphorus, five times the vitamin A and iron, and twice the other vitamins and minerals. It is also rich in potassium and is one of the best value foods around So maybe its time to change that well-known phrase so that we say, 'A banana a day keeps the doctor away!'

PS: Bananas must be the reason monkeys are so happy all the time! I will add one here; want a quick shine on our shoes?? Take the INSIDE of the banana skin, and rub directly on the shoe...polish with dry cloth. Amazing fruit.

The Green Tea Prevent Fat And Oil Absorption

2008-01-26T15:37:00.000-08:00

Green tea contains the natural lipase inhibitor that have been found to inactivate gastric and pancreatic lipases. For fat and oil to be absorbed in our body ( after we eat any food that contains fats and oil such as burger and hotdog), it needs to be broken down in to smaller molecules by lipase enzymes in our stomach and small intestines.

The more fat and oil in our diet, the more it will broken down, absorbed and store away in our body, resulting in weight gain and obesity. The natural lipases inhibitiors in green tea will attach themselves to lipases, preventing them from breaking down some of them from breaking down some of the oil that we have eaten.This cause the dietary oil remain as large particles. Since, undigested oil cannot be absorbed, it stays in the intestines, until it is finally flushed out of the body through normal bowel movement.

An apple a day..

2007-11-18T04:43:00.000-08:00

It is hardly possible to take up any newspaper or magazine now a days
without happening on advertisements of patent medicines whose chief
recommendation is that they "contain phosphorus." They are generally
very expensive, but the reader is assured that they are worth ten times
the price asked on account of their wonderful properties as nerve and
brain foods. The proprietors of these concoctions seemingly flourish
like green bay trees and spend many thousands of pounds per annum in
advertising. From which it may be deduced that sufferers from nervous
exhaustion and brain fag number millions. And surely only a sufferer
from brain fag would suffer himself to be led blindly into wasting his
money, and still further injuring his health, by buying and swallowing
drugs about whose properties and effects he knows absolutely nothing.
How much simpler, cheaper, and more enjoyable to eat apples!

The apple contains a larger percentage of phosphorus than any other
fruit or vegetable. For this reason it is an invaluable nerve and brain
food. Sufferers from nerve and brain exhaustion should eat at least two
apples _at the beginning of each meal_. At the same time they should
avoid tea and coffee, and supply their place with barley water or bran
tea flavoured with lemon juice, or even apple tea.

Apples are also invaluable to sufferers from the stone or calculus. It
has been observed that in cider countries where the natural unsweetened
cider is the common beverage, cases of stone are practically unknown.
Food-reformers do not deduce from this that the drinking of cider is to
be recommended, but that even better results may be obtained from eating
the fresh, ripe fruit.

Apples periodically appear upon the tables of carnivorous feeders in the
form of apple sauce. This accompanies bilious dishes like roast pork and
roast goose. The cook who set this fashion was evidently acquainted with
the action of the fruit upon the liver. All sufferers from sluggish
livers should eat apples.

Apples will afford much relief to sufferers from gout. The malic acid
contained in them neutralises the chalky matter which causes the gouty
patient's sufferings.

Apples, when eaten ripe and without the addition of sugar, diminish
acidity in the stomach. Certain vegetable salts are converted into
alkaline carbonates, and thus correct the acidity.

An old remedy for weak or inflamed eyes is an apple poultice. I am told
that in Lancashire they use rotten apples for this purpose, but
personally I should prefer them sound.

A good remedy for a sore or relaxed throat is to take a raw ripe apple
and scrape it to a fine pulp with a silver teaspoon. Eat this pulp by
the spoonful, very slowly, holding it against the back of the throat as
long as possible before swallowing.

A diet consisting chiefly of apples has been found an excellent cure for
inebriety. Health and strength may be fully maintained upon fine
wholemeal unleavened bread, pure dairy or nut butter, and apples.

Apple water or apple tea is an excellent drink for fever patients.

Apples possess tonic properties and provoke appetite for food. Hence the
old-fashioned custom of eating an apple before dinner.

The simple grape also help

2007-11-17T20:03:00.000-08:00

The special value of the grape lies in the fact that it is a very quick
repairer of bodily waste, the grape sugar being taken immediately into
the circulation without previous digestion. For this reason is grape
juice the best possible food for fever patients, consumptives, and all
who are in a weak and debilitated condition. The grapes should be well
chewed, the juice and pulp swallowed, and the skin and stones rejected.

In countries where the grape cure is practised, consumptive patients are
fed on the sweeter varieties of grape, while those troubled with liver
complaints, acid gout, or other effects of over-feeding, take the less
sweet kinds.

Dr. Fernie deprecates the use of grapes for the ordinary gouty or
rheumatic patient, but with all due deference to that learned authority,
I do not believe the fruit exists that is not beneficial to the gouty
person. One of the most gouty and rheumatic people I know, a vegetarian
who certainly never over-feeds himself, derives great benefit from a few
days' almost exclusive diet of grapes.

Cream of tartar, a potash salt obtained from the crust formed upon
bottles and casks by grape juice when it is undergoing fermentation in
the process of becoming wine, is often used as a medicine. It has been
cited as an infallible specific in cases of smallpox, but I do not
recommend its use, as it probably gets contaminated with other
substances during the process of manufacture. In any case its value
cannot be compared with the fresh, ripe fruit. I have little doubt but
that an exclusive diet of grapes, combined with warmth, proper bathing,
and the absence of drugs, would suffice to cure the most malignant case
of smallpox.

Sufferers from malaria may use grapes with great benefit. For this
purpose the grapes, with the skins and stones, should be well pounded in
a mortar and allowed to stand for three hours. The juice should then be
strained off and taken. Or persons with good teeth may eat the grapes,
including the skins and stones, if they thoroughly macerate the latter.

In the absence of fresh grapes raisin-tea is a restoring and nourishing
drink. Dr. Fernie notes that it is of the same proteid value as milk, if
made in the proportions given below. It is much more easily digested
than milk, and therefore of great use in gastric complaints. Sufferers
from chronic gastritis could not do better than make raisin-tea their
sole drink, and bananas their only food for a time.

Pineapple Cure

2007-11-08T06:05:00.000-08:00

Pine-apple juice is the specific for diphtheria. This seems to have been first brought to the notice of Europeans by the fact that negroes living round about the swamps of Louisiana were observed to use it with great success. A writer who records this says: "The patient should be
forced to swallow the juice. This fluid is of so pungent and corrosive a nature that it cuts out the diphtheria mucous and causes it to disappear."

The above direction looks satisfactory enough on paper, and it is eminently cheering to read of how the pine-apple juice causes the diphtheria mucous to disappear, but anyone who knows anything about diphtheria knows that to "force" a diphtheria patient to swallow is more easily written about than accomplished. Fortunately I have been able to obtain the following explicit directions from an experienced nurse and mother:

The pine-apple should be cut up and well pounded in a mortar. The juice must then be pressed out and strained through well-scalded muslin. The patient's mouth must be washed out with warm water. The juice may now be given with a silver teaspoon. It is possible that the patient may be quite unable to swallow any of it. If this be so, the juice will serve as a mouth and throat wash. It will gradually dissolve the membrane, and enable it to be scraped gently away with the spoon. The juice should be given, and the throat scraped as far down as the nurse can reach, as
often as the patient can bear it. The time will come, sooner or later, when the juice is swallowed. No other food should be given. The nurse may have to work away for some hours before any juice is swallowed, but my friend assures me that if the scraping be done gently and skilfully,
even children will bear it patiently. Only a silver or bone spoon should be used, and, needless to say, it must be well scalded in boiling water in the intervals of using.

It is a remarkable fact that while pine-apple juice exercises this remarkable corrosive power upon diseased mucous, its effect upon the most delicate, healthy membrane is absolutely harmless. I have seen sweet pine-apple juice given to six-months-old babies as a supplement to
the mother's milk, with excellent results.

Dr. Hillier, writing in the Herald of Health in 1897, says "Sliced pine-apples, laid in pure honey for a day or two, when used in moderation, will relieve the human being from chronic impaction of the bowels, reestablish peristaltic motion, and induce perfect digestion."

"A slice of fresh pine-apple," writes Dr. Fernie, "is about as wise a thing as one can take by way of dessert after a substantial meal." This is because fresh pine-apple juice has been found to act upon animal food in very much the same way that the gastric juice acts within the stomach. But vegetarians should eat fresh fruit at the beginning of meals rather than at the end.

The pine-apple is useful in all ordinary cases of sore-throat. One pine-apple of average size should yield half a pint of juice. Tinned or cooked pine-apple is useless for curative purposes.

Garlic a cure in your kitchen

2007-08-04T23:38:00.000-07:00

Garlic has earned for itself a prolific reputation due to is smell. Due this unforgettable aroma, garlic have comes with the variety of names such as Poor Man's Treacle, Fruit of Love, Devil's Posey, Poor Man's Camphor, Devil's Roses, Lucifer's Tulip, Hell's Passion Flower, Dragon's Perfume and many others names.

Beside the unfavorable names of garlic, garlic have play a major role in ancient and modern medicine. There a lot of diseases can be cure by garlic. The curing effect can be achieved by consuming garlic in everyday life. These is the way herbal medicine work. It's more emphasize on daily intake. Some people don't like to eat garlic in their meal because of it strong aroma. But with the modern technology they have come various food supplement of garlic such as garlic pill, garlic capsule, garlic powder and many other products.

So what type of diseases that can be cured by garlic. Garlic is been used to cure such Arthritis, Flu, Aging,Burns, Warts, Cancer and Aids, Blood Clots, Common Cold, Fungus, Diabetes and many other alignment. How it works ?. Garlic contains allicin is belief to have the antibiotic and antifungal properties that help in curing the dieases.

Therefore why not giving a garlic a chance to cure your diseases.

To Go or Not to Go Herbal, that is the Question…

2007-04-29T17:17:00.000-07:00

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 about this mean, “green” dietary supplementing machine.

What is the difference between a drug and a dietary supplement?

According to the definition set by food and drug administrations in different countries, drugs are chemicals that can prevent, prolong the life, treat other effects of a health condition, improve the quality of life, and/or cure ailments and diseases, or alter the function of any part or chemicals inside the body. These drugs have approved therapeutic claims. For example, paracetamol is a drug given to bring down the body temperature in fever. Ascorbic acid is indicated for the treatment of scurvy. Iron supplements are given to treat mild cases of anemia.

Herbal supplements are not classified as drugs but as dietary supplements. The main difference is that they do not have approved therapeutic claims unlike in the case of drugs. Moreover, dietary supplements could either contain vitamins, minerals, herbals, or amino acids, all aimed to add to or supplement the diet of an individual. They are not intended to be taken alone as a substitute to any food or medicine.

Most of the manufactured medicines we now have once came from animals and plants. Through the years, chemists isolated the life-saving or life-curing components and separated them from the harmful ones. This lead to the further drug research and drug development that lead to the production of a different variety of drugs for many ailments and conditions from synthetic sources. But still we have semi-synthetic drugs, as well as drug that more or less approximate more natural composition. Since herbal supplements are made from a mixture of crude herbs reduced into powder or gel form, and later on packaged as tablets and capsules, there is a possibility that life-threatening or at least body chemistry-altering components are still present, thus the expression of concern from the medical community.

Is there a growing concern with the use of herbal supplements?

Yes. With the rising popularity of using and consuming anything herbal or organic is the proliferation of fake herbal supplements that threaten to endanger lives. If that’s the case, then why are herbal supplements given drug administration approvals? One way of ensuring the safety of the people is to have all candidate drugs, food, drinks, and dietary supplements registered with the proper authority. Otherwise, they would pose more risk with these things being sold in the black market for a hefty sum. We could ensure the quality and safety of herbal supplements if they get proper classification with the food and drug administration. Moreover, people may be able to file the proper complaints in the event a worsening of health condition is proven to be linked to the use of a particular herbal supplement.

Is using herbal supplements worth the risk?

Yes. It cannot be discounted that many who have tried herbal supplements experienced an improvement in their health—whether this is due to the herbals themselves or due to a placebo effect, as long as they do not worsen the condition of an individual, then using them is worth the risk. But of course, certain things must be considered before taking those herbal supplements:

Your doctor knows best.

First of all, clear your condition with your doctor. Ask him/her if taking a particular herbal supplement is safe given your health condition. People with heart, liver, or kidney trouble or malfunction, are usually not advised to take these, or at the minimum is to take these herbals in minimum amounts. All substances pass through the liver and kidney to be processed and filtered respectively. Kava, which is used to relieve people from stress, has been pulled out from the Canadian, Singaporean, and German markets because it contains substances that cause liver damage. Certain herbals such as Ephedra used for losing weight, contains chemicals with heart-inducing effects that can increase heart rate, which in turn can exhaust the heart and cause heart attacks in several documented cases by the American Medical Association.

Follow the directions for use.

Never take more herbal supplements than what is directed by the doctor or as instructed on the bottle. Each individual reacts differently to the components of herbal supplements. While it is perfectly safe for one individual to take in a supplement of primrose oil capsules, another person may be allergic to it. So, do not even think about downing one bottle of

It has no approved curative effect.

No matter how the product pamphlet or the label of the bottle sounds about how it has been found to be helpful in certain health conditions, these herbal supplements are not therapeutic. So do not substitute these for the medications prescribed by your doctor for the treatment of certain diseases, or for the maintenance of blood pressure, lowering of blood sugar and cholesterol, and fight off infections.

Corbicula clams - robust liver function

2007-02-24T05:44:00.001-08:00

Corbicula clams have been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine as a liver tonic and treat liver disorder for ages. Some people miss out the on a real health miracle that clams can give because eating clams always be associated with Hepatitis A eating from contaminated clams.

The truth is that if the clams come from fresh uncontaminated source, they are the best things that can take care of your liver. While all corbicula clams are good for liver, the quality varies depending on the regions the clams are obtain.

The best clams come from Taiwan,which the clams here is unique, because the color is like golden color hence the name Golden Clams is obtain.

Now a days , the Golden Corbicula Clams were process as a food supplement and can be bought throughout the globe. This Golden Corbicula Clams is packed with the perfect balance of essential amino acids, particular Ornithine, Taurine and Arginine which are very important to support liver's detoxification process.

Golden claims also helps improving Hepatitis B, reducing hangover and the ill effects of alcohol. It also can improving men's sexual performance, libido and fertility, supporting stronger immune functions and reducing one's stress.

Honey natural best medicine

2007-02-21T07:57:00.000-08:00

Honey is one of the best natural medicine. Everybody in the world knows that honey can cure a lot of health problem. However to make sure honey effectively cure one's health problems, honey must be taken on a daily basis.

I, myself took three teaspoon of honey everyday. So if you have any health problem, why not try take honey. Take 3 teaspoon of honey at least for 44 days and see the results.

I hope this will help you. There are a lot of honey related products in the markets today, such bee propolis, pollen which also have health benefit.

Virgin Coconut Oil

2007-02-19T01:09:00.000-08:00

One of the simple medicine that have been used in the east is virgin coconut oil. Traditionally this oil have been using in cooking and as massage oil.

Now a days virgin coconut oil is proven contains no cholesterol and trans fatty acid. These two products are causing health problem to human beings.

Virgin coconut oil is produce from coconut milk without going any heat treatment. Thus is have a lot of medical effect. The virgin coconut oil contains a lot of lauric acid. This acid can act as a antimicrobial, anti fungus. Therefore if you have any skin problem, just applied virgin coconut oil on your skin at effected area. It will cure your skin problem.

Virgin coconut oil also can be used as a massage oil. Just put a few drops of essential oil in 50ml of virgin coconut oil and used this oil for your massage. It will feel great and relaxed.

Roselle @ Hibiscus sabdariffa

2007-02-16T05:59:00.000-08:00

Roselle or Hibiscus sabdariffa is one of plant medicine that have been widely used in Malaysia. The calix of the roselle is the part of the plant that have been used as alternative medicine.

The calix which is red in colour, contain high vitamin C and also natural red colour. In my country, this calix have been used to make cordial drinks, puree, sauce and any other food.

The calix also can be dried, and than packed in a tea bag, and then been consume as a roselle tea Roselle have a lot medicinal benefit. If you drink as a tea, it can reduce high blood pressure or hypertension. If you can sleep at night, try drink a cup of roselle tea, I'm sure that you can sleep very well that night.

Roselle also contain a lot of other benefit. There is one company in Malaysia that exporting roselle and products to Australia and New Zealand. You can visit their web site at;

http://www.aslah.com.my

Beside puree and drinks, rosselle also can be processed as jam. If you have a lots of tension try drink roselle tea.
Roselle calix

roselle farm

The taste is sour..but I believed its contains a lot benefit because I always took roselle drink.

Trandisionally, people eat roselle because it also can inhibit the growth of cancer cells.

Bee Propolis

2007-02-10T19:56:00.000-08:00

BEE PROPOLIS

Whenever we go to work, make a trip to the supermarket, or just step outside to smell the roses, we risk picking up germs and bringing them back to the nest. It’s darn near impossible to avoid.

The same goes for bees. As tens of thousands of bees traipse in and out of the hive each day, they pick up germs along the way and take them back to the colony. Thanks to a sticky brown substance called propolis, however, bees keep the insides of their hives germ-free.

Bee propolis is the resin that bees collect from the buds and wounds of trees and other plants and mix with beeswax. In warm weather, propolis is sticky and soft and can be used to fill holes or spread over surfaces like a shellac. In cool weather, the propolis hardens and becomes brittle. The bees use it to caulk, seal, line, and strengthen the hive, but they also use it to ward off contamination and germs in the hive. That’s because propolis, also known as Russian penicillin, has antibacterial properties.

It’s this ability to fight bacteria that makes it an intriguing supplement for humans. The use of propolis as medicine dates back to the time of Aristotle, about 350 b.c.

The Greeks used propolis for abscesses, while the Assyrians used it to heal wounds and tumors, according to Steve Nenninger, N.D., a naturopathic doctor in New York City.

The Egyptians used it for mummification—and so do bees, says Theodore Cherbuliez, M.D., a physician in Scarsdale, New York, and president of the American Apitherapy Society, a nonprofit organization that advances the investigation of the healing use of products from the beehive. If a mouse crawls into the hive for warmth in the winter, bees will sting it to death. Then, since they can’t physically remove the mouse, they will mummify it with propolis to protect the health of the hive. "Imagine the inside of a beehive, says Dr. Cherbuliez. "It’s hot, humid, and an ideal milieu to grow bacteria on that dead mouse. Propolis prevents this from happening."

Proponents today use propolis to treat a variety of illnesses, including colds, flu, and sore throats; skin problems; wounds and bruises; stomach ulcers; burns; hemorrhoids; gum disease; high blood pressure; bad breath; and tonsillitis. They also promote it for boosting immunity. But even the strongest supporters rely on stories of healing, rather than on statistical studies, when they claim that it’s a nutritional supplement. No carefully controlled studies exist to back these claims.

There are more than 300 components in propolis, including bio flavonoids, says Dr. Cherbuliez. Because propolis comes from a variety of plants, the amount and type of these components can vary by season and region.

Collecting propolis for human use is an arduous task. To get the purest product, beekeepers place small inserts into the hives. To bees, the inserts look like cracks. Thinking that their hive needs repair, the bees fill the inserts with propolis. Propolis can also be scraped out of the hive, but this yields an inferior product that may contain unwanted by-products.

Bee propolis is available in tablets, throat lozenges, chewable tablets with vitamin C, cough syrup, toothpaste, mouthwash, skin lotions, lipstick, throat spray, salve, and tincture. It’s best to buy propolis from a supplement manufacturer that specializes in bee products.

Morinda citrifolia or Noni

2007-02-03T08:50:00.000-08:00

Morinda citrifolia or Mengkudu as it is known locally in

Malaysia

, is a small erect tree found within the forest. Due to its medicinal properties it is now planted in the villages, mainly for its translucent white fruit. The juice of the over-ripe fruit is consumed by women to regulate menstrual flow. It may also be taken to ease painful urination. Other preparations of the Mengkudu fruit are used to treat diabetes, haemorrhages and coughs. Women in the rural areas also use the fruit to make shampoo as they believe it is good for the hair.

Simple research shows scientifically that Noni (Morinda citrifolia) is a natural combination of amazingly beneficial compounds to heal the body as a whole, and to maintain health. The most recent studies are based on the following research by Dr. Neil Solomon, MD, PhD:

Dr. Solomon*, a recognized leader in medical nutrition and nutraceuticals writes the following in his book »» Noni Juice: How Much, How Often, For What:

"Since my retirement from the clinical practice of medicine, I have become more involved with natural healing. This has brought to my attention the ambiguity and confusion that exists when it comes to how much of a certain nutritional substance could or should be used in order to augment one's health. Suggested use of many nutritional supplements is many times based on trial and error, which over time and use somewhat regulates itself.

I decided to find a plant with a proven track record of successes and with unique health benefits worthy of study. I was interested in finding out how much of it people took to help different conditions. This led me to the fruit of the Morinda citrifolia plant (noni)."

In his ongoing research with Noni since 1997, Dr. Solomon has organized a study which has grown to include 75 health professionals and over 15,000 patients. In his study, doctors and/or patients are to drink Noni Juice for a 7-month period, with a loading serving of 4 oz. the 1st month, a therapeutic serving of 3 oz. for the following 5 months, and a maintenance/prevention serving of 2 oz. the 7th month (half these amounts for children).

In the final analysis, the overall average of those who either objectively or subjectively experienced benefit was an unheard of 75%. Dr. Solomon goes on to say that "the majority of Noni users who did not get optimal results failed to do so because they took a lesser dose and/or took it a lesser amount of time than recommended." Dr. Solomon also notes that "My survey did show that 95% of those who reported that Noni helped them in some way experienced those results within three months of starting Noni."

Noni has been scientifically documented to benefit in the fight against these ailments:

Abdominal pains/swelling
Abscesses
Antibiotic and Antimicrobial
Backache
Burns
Dark spots on skin
Depression
Diaphragmatic hernia
Dry or cracked skin
Heart disease
Infection of mouth and gums Inhibits early chronic fatigue syndrome
Regulates thymus
Sore throat with cough
Tonic after childbirth
Tuberculosis
Virus problems
Anticancer activity
Arthritis
Balanced nutrition
Chest infections
Deficient Macrophages/Lymphocytes Diabetes Type II
Diarrhea
Eye complaints
High Blood Pressure
Inflamed, sore gums
Intestinal worms
Sick People Syndrome
Stroke
Toothaches
Urinary tract ailments
Wounds, fractures and boils

There are virtually no negative interactions. In some situations, Noni can allow other medications to act more efficiently. NOTE: Noni can be taken together with all other medications - there are almost no negative interactions. In some situations, noni can allow other medications to act more efficiently.

You should tell your health professional that you are taking Noni, as your physician might want to decrease the dose of the medication prescribed. This often reduces the side effects from the original medication.

Reported side effects were minimal. Less than 5 percent experienced minor belching, loose stools, allergy, or developed a mild rash. The belching disappeared when the dose was decreased. The rash and loose stools cleared within 72 hours after stopping treatment. Noni has been reported safe for pregnant and/or nursing mothers.

*Dr. Neil Solomon is a world renowned research expert in the fields of Medicine, Nutrition, Obesity and Smoking cessation. He held several faculty appointments and Professorships at some of the most prestigious Universities in America including the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine.

For 18 years Dr. Solomon wrote an internationally syndicated health advise column for the Los Angeles Times Syndicate. In total, he has appeared in over 200,000 published articles and br columns in global newspapers and magazines. Dr. Solomon has appeared on numerous national television and radio talk shows such as the Tonight Show, Donahue, Good Morning America, Today Show, Oprah Winfrey Dick Cavett, Dinah Shore, and gave daily medical commentaries on CNN.

Dr. Solomon is also a best selling author having written several “how to” books about health and wellness. He has Who’s Who in the East since 1977. In addition, he has been included in American Men and Women of Science, Who’s Who in Frontiers of Science and Technology (1985), Men of Achievement (7th edition), Personalities of America (1981), and International Who’s Who of Intellectuals (1981).

Sea Cucumber - Sea healing

2007-02-02T16:50:00.000-08:00

Recent research has found that the inflammatory process and the subsequent pain are modulated by a group of polypeptide substances known as cytokines. Various nutrients have been shown to modify the production and biological activity of these cytokines. Work at Tufts University has shown that nutrients like vitamin E, omega-3 EPA, and other members of the antioxidant family all have an impact on the release of these cytokines. Many agents trigger the inflammatory cascade, which ultimately results in pain and inflammation.

A substance which grows naturally off the Great Barrier Reef in Australia has tremendous anti-inflammatory properties. It also appears to serve as a chondroprotective agent, an agent which promotes the repair of cartilage by stimulating anabolic metabolism of chondrocytes and/or inhibiting catabolic processes found in arthritis.

Although it is not known why the exact biochemical mechanism in sea cucumber works, it does work. There are some remarkable clinical results. Since these inflammatory as well as degenerative conditions fall under the category of "oxidative stress" conditions, the possibility that sea cucumber has some anti-oxidant effect cannot be overlooked. Sea cucumber has been shown to be effective in reducing the pain and inflammation seen in the arthritic and traumatized patient.

Aromatherapy

2007-01-12T19:22:00.000-08:00

Long before the term alternative medicine was being used, aromatherapy was being practiced by the Egyptians for over 5,000 years. When being used by the Egyptians oil was being extracted from the many aromatic plants around them through infusion and then used for their not only cosmetic and medicinal purposes but also for embalming as well. They then passed the knowledge they had gained on to the Greeks and it served as the beginning of their research into how to use the oils and fragrance of some flowers for their relaxing and stimulating effects. In fact when looking back further in history we find that ancient man depended very much on his environment for their basic needs and to survive which led them to discover the more natural ways of preserving food and how certain conditions could be treated using herbs and aromatics.

First of all we will look at Eastern Roots. The use of aromatics are shown in a Chinese Herbal Book by Shen Nung dated 2,700 BC and which provides specific details on over 300 plants and how they can be used. Also the ancient Chinese would burn incense and wood as part of their religious beliefs and practices and even in today’s modern society many Chinese still observe these practices today. You will also discover that the Chinese used aromatics in relation to the acupressure, massage and other therapies that they used.

Whilst now in modern society many people place a very high premium on their health and well being but due to the high cost of traditional and conventional medicines available (surgery and Medicare) more and more people are turning to aromatherapy and essential oil therapy as well as other forms of alternative medicine.

The basics of using essential oils in an aromatherapy bath are as follows:-

1. It facilitates equilibrium of both the physical, mental and spiritual health of a person through natural means.

2. In some cases it has been found that alternative treatments are considered as strong and effective as complementary treatments to regular medical practices.

3. The main component of aromatherapy is the essential oils and are highly concentrated essences which are known for their healing effects.

Essentials oils are aroma producing oils which come from flowers such as the rose, from leaves such as basil, twig, bark, fruit rind and many other parts of plants. Although experts say that extracting the oils can be quite time consuming and complex and requires a large amount of patience on behalf of the person carrying out the work the benefits at the end are great. Certainly you need to recognize and accept that if you want to get about 5 tsp of oil from rose petals it will take about 220lbs of petals to do it and this is why pure essential oils are so expensive. Although the effectiveness of the oils is not comprised as it only takes a few drops to generate the effect required. However there is a cheaper alternative namely synthetic oil, however they do not offer the person the same healing properties as their natural counterparts.

Essential oils work by stimulating a person’s olfactory system and later on the brain or limbic system. The fragrance along with other properties and effects relating to the oils will determine how a person’s body system and its parts are stimulated. Whilst having a massage using these oils they are not only absorbed by the body but are inhaled at the same time and eventually when being absorbed through the skin they will reach the organs and body system of the person being treated. The time it takes for the oils to absorb through the skin can be from as little as 20 minutes and take as long as 2 hours or more and there it is wise to avoid taking a shower or bath straight after any massage so that the maximum effect is received from the massage therapy.

The time that the effect lasts on a person can vary from 3-24 hours to 2-3 days or even as long as week. Oils that have a short live time span in regard to their scent are Eucalyptus, Peppermint, Thyme and Bergamot whilst Hyssop, Lavender, Balm and various other oils can last between 2 to 3 days. The oils that take as long as a week to completely evaporate are Jasmine, Sandalwood, Ginger and Cedar Wood.

Many people when using aromatherapy are looking to achieve a sense of calm in their lives and these people will look to using a combination of three types of oils to help with this and they will base them on how long they last. They can be used by mixing them into a warm bath and will help the person to become relaxed and calm, they will help to eliminate the stress and depression that they are feeling as well as both energizing and soothing the body of any aches that they are feeling. Certainly by using essential oils during a massage will help increase the healing and calming effect that the person is feeling. However any massage carried out using essential oils must also include a carrier oil to help prevent irritation and skin reactions on the person being treated. Such carrier oils that are used to help dilute the essential oils are avocado oil, olive oil, sunflower oil, wheat germ oil, almond oil, soya oil and hazelnut oil.

Phytonutrients ?

2007-01-01T02:50:00.000-08:00

Folk wisdom has always singled out fruits and vegetables as being indispensable for health, but it has only been within the last thirty years that we know why. Science and technology have isolated compounds in plants and vegetables that have literally been our life-savers. These are phytonutrients which all fruits and vegetables produce because their means of survival in the environment is through the release of disease-fighting phytochemicals.

Phytochemicals stimulate the production of protective self-repairing cells in plants. They also produce the same kinds of responses in humans. For example, they release protective enzymes that inhibit cancer-producing substances, thus reducing our susceptibility to disease. It makes sense for us to harness the powers of plants in our diets. Four sources of phytonutrients that cannot be ignored if we want to remain healthy and cancer free are berries, cruciferous and dark, leafy vegetables, soy and red wine.

Berries, such as blueberries, cranberries, strawberries, blackberries, raspberries offer the highest sources of phytonutrients. They all produce a natural substance called ellagic acid which has been shown to be a good defense against carcinogens because they suppress tumor development. Blueberries have the highest antioxidant content. High in flavonoids, they also provide powerful protection against prostate cancer.

Two and a half cups of fresh strawberries a day can supply enough vitamin C to help restore sperm production in men. Cranberries have been known to prevent cystisis, a painful and often recurring urinary tract infection in women. A study involving 72 postmenopausal women found that 10 ounces of cranberry juice every day reduced the likelihood of bladder infection by 58%. Cranberries have also been shown to reduce stomach ulcers and lower LDL cholesterol levels.

Cruciferous vegetables (like broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower) and dark leafy vegetables (like swiss chard, spinach) also have high levels of antioxidant phytonutrients. In a study conducted by New York's Strang-Cornell Cancer Research Laboratory, women who consumed a diet high in cruciferous vegetables experienced a dramatic drop in estrogen levels, which means that these vegetable are definitely powerful tools for fighting against breast cancer. The assumption is that the phytochemicals in these vegetables deactivate potent estrogens, thus preventing estrogen-sensitive cells, particularly in the breast , from developing tumors. Sulforaphane, another phytochemical in cruciferous vegetables, triggers a self-defense system in the body that acts to detoxify carcinogens.

Spinach contains four times more beta carotene than broccoli and is a good source of vitamins C and E. It also has high levels of photosynthetic proteins which convert sunlight into energy. Researchers at the Massachussetts Institute of Technology are harnessing the power of spinach in a new direction--creating highly cost-effective solar panels.

Soy is another phytonutrient rich food. Soy products contain genestein, which has been shown to have strong anti-cancer properties. It contains as well phytoestrogen, which has been shown to reduce the risk and spread of prostate cancer. Researchers suggest that the phytonutrient isoflavones, like phytoestrogen, may reduce the risk of breast cancer. Another isoflavone compound in soy called daidzein has also been found to improve cholesterol and triglyceride levels in women. A study conducted at the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles has uncovered evidence that this estrogen-like compound is the main reason for soy's healthy effects. Women with low estrogen levels seemed to have benefited most from daidzein, which reduced LDL cholesterol and total cholesterol levels, leading researchers to recommend that women include soy food products as part of their cardiovascular risk reduction strategies.

And last but not least is the phytonutrient, resveratrol, found in red wine, that literally makes wine drinking a cancer-fighting measure. Resveratrol is present in the leaves, twigs and bark of the grape vines. And red wine, which is fermented from grape skins, seeds and twigs tends to have large quantities of these cancer-fighting substances.

Resveratrol has also been demonstrated to be a potent antioxidant (more potent than vitamin C alone) which can act synergistically with vitamin C, thus enhancing the effects of each. It also prevents the formation of blood clots and promotes the formation of new dendrites in the brain.

Let us put all these phytonutrients to good use. Why not sit down to a hearty soy burger, broccoli spears and cauliflower salad, warm berry compote and a glass of red wine? Yummy! Life cannot be better!

Capsicum Or Cayenne Pepper As An Herbal Remedy

2006-10-31T07:53:00.000-08:00

by: Mary Hanna

Alternative Medicine practitioners are realizing that healing herbs should be part of their arsenal against disease. The newest touted natural herb is Capsicum, found in cayenne pepper. It has many benefits whether taken internally or externally. When taken internally, capsicum is an antibacterial which will encourage healing and deflect infections while slowing the absorption of fat in the intestines to help fight obesity. Because this natural herbal remedy is a stimulant, it improves circulation. Capsicum will also stabilize blood pressure and lower cholesterol. Herbalists are finding capsicum is useful in fighting a variety of ailments. It is difficult to pinpoint exactly when the herb cayenne pepper had its start as an herbal remedy. There are no writings on Capsicum in ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, or Persia.

The best guess that historians are willing to put forward is that cayenne went to India and China some time in the 14th or 15th century. It is believed that Europe started cultivation around the 16th century. Today cayenne is still a popular herb in the food industry. Now because of well designed and implemented clinical studies it is widely accepted as an effective alternative medicine. Pharmacopoeias of leading medical clinics from Austria, Egypt, Germany, Belgium and Switzerland support this finding. The natural healing herb Capsicum contained in cayenne pepper is loaded with Vitamin A which is necessary for smooth skin and vision. Vitamin A has been found to be the most powerful killer of free radicals, which bombard us on a daily basis. Vitamin C is the other proponent active in capsicum. The healing properties of Vitamin C are clearing blood clots, eliminating plaque from the arteries, healing wounds and fighting colds. By starving them of oxygen, capsicum causes tumor cells to die.

Capsicum can cause a burning sensation but in time you will get used to it. The active ingredients in the herbal remedy, Capsicum, stimulate the brain and salivary glands releasing endorphins into your body. Endorphins are nature's natural painkiller giving us the feeling of pleasure. Capsicum is also the main ingredient in pain killing rubs for Arthritis and Diabetes nerve damage. Many herbalists today recommend capsicum for such ailments as cold hands and feet, sluggish metabolisms, obesity and respiratory tract infections. Use it externally for arthritis, sore back muscles, rheumatism or sprains and bruises. One suggestion for cold feet is to wear a thin pair of socks, then get a thicker pair of socks, sprinkle the inside with cayenne pepper and put them on over the thin socks. The pepper will send a warm soothing sensation to the soles of your feet. An interesting study was done to see if capsicum would irritate or cause ulceration in the intestines. On the contrary it was found that the herb did not harm the tract but sped up the healing of ulcers by secreting more mucosa, the protective lining of the intestines. A very surprising result of many of the clinical tests is that capsicum raise the metabolic rate and is effective in burning the bodies fat. This has many implications for people with obesity problems. Early indications also show that capsicum slows the absorption of fat in the small intestine.

These studies are on going but there are some weight loss products with capsicum that are available in your health food store. As a tropical analgesic, capsicum, the natural herbal remedy has received wide attention by qualified health professionals. It has shown to relieve the pain of shingles as well as other skin ailments. The FDA has approved it to be used for these problems as well as rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. Studies are being done to see if the herb can be effective in treating psoriasis and fibromyalgia. When using it topically a redness or burning sensation may sometimes occur. This will disappear in two to three weeks time. Once you have received control of the pain capsicum must be used continuously for the relief to be sustained. If you are diabetic take 3 capsules a day to help bring down your blood sugar levels. Capsicum will affect the breakdown of carbohydrates which will control the fluctuation of sugar levels after eating meals. Of course, this is still being studied in clinics around the world. So now we have received another healing herb from Mother Nature's food pharmacy. Capsicum can be counted as a natural herbal remedy in alternative medicines available to help our ailments and relieve our pain. Disclaimer: Always consult your Doctor or Herbalist before attempting any form of alternative medicine.

This article is for informational purposes only. Copyright © Mary Hanna, All Rights Reserved.

About The Author

Mary Hanna is an aspiring herbalist who lives in Central Florida. This allows her to grow gardens inside and outside year round. She has published other articles on Cruising, Gardening and Cooking. Visit her websites at http://www.CruiseTravelDirectory.com, http://www.ContainerGardeningSecrets.com, and http://www.GardeningHerb.com.

Acai Berry Found In The Amazon Rainforest

2006-10-13T03:05:00.000-07:00

by: David Walters

Found in the Amazon Rainforest, the açaí berry is but one of the fruits located there and has recently been dubbed a “super berry”. The rainforest is a perfect location for it, since the açaí berry prospers in swampy or floodplain areas. It comes from a palm tree and is known as the “Tree of Life” to the Brazilians because of its ability to provide an abundance of healthy food. The açaí berry shares a lot of similarities with grapes.

It looks a lot like them and even tastes a bit like them. The berry is the size of a large blueberry, formed like a grape and tastes different to each person. Some would say that it tastes like a wild raspberry, with a hint of grape. Others believe that it tastes like blueberries, ice cream and chocolate. You will have to try it and decide for yourself what you believe it tastes like. It comes off the trees in bunches and offers a variety of benefits, including antioxidants, fiber, fatty acids and more. The antioxidants from the berry are much higher than those found in red wine (at least 20 times more) or blueberries (at least two times more). It is rumored to have the best nutritional value of any fruit on earth. Because the fruit does not last long after it is harvested, it is mostly available to anyone outside of the Amazon as a juice or frozen. It also cannot be eaten in raw form, but rather in pulp form.

That has not stopped its popularity. The dark, purple skin is what contains a majority of the healthy benefits. The natives of Brazil have been passing down recipes to create purees, which you can warm as a sauce over grains or entrees like meat and fish. The açaí berry can also be frozen for a sorbet-like dessert. The benefits of the açaí berry, as well as the media coverage it has received, have made research into this fruit a top priority. Researchers at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro have discovered that açaí extract can be used to fight infection, like the parasitic infection schistosomosis which affects 10 million Brazilians each year and the common bacterial infection staphylococcus aureus. The University of Florida also did a study which investigated the effect of the berries on human cancer cells. The study showed that the berries triggered a self-destruct response in up to 86 percent of leukemia cells tested. There is still no proof that the berry will prevent cancer. More studies are going on all of the time to research the benefits of this amazing berry. In Brazil, a majority of the population lives on the açaí berry. In fact, they consume more açaí than milk. Açaí shops, that sell only açaí, can be found on almost every street corner is the more populated areas of Brazil. With the popularity of the açaí berry spreading to Europe and the United States, it will not be long before açaí shops are opening around the world. There are already several companies and websites that offer products using açaí solely or with other fruits or plants.

About The Author

David Walters is an avid reader and loves to learn more about tropical fruits. His complete research on the acai berry can be found at http://acaiberry.gracefulearth.com.

Super Green Foods - Have Some Today!.

2006-10-05T16:41:00.000-07:00

Super green foods are derived from young cereal grasses such as wheat, barley, rye, oats and alfalfa, as well as spirulina, chlorella, kelp, dulse and other sea vegetables. Perhaps the most nutrient-dense foods on earth, these grasses are richer in nutrients than spinach, broccoli, eggs and chicken in virtually all categories including protein, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorous, potassium, zinc, copper, manganese, vitamin C, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B6, folic acid, vitamin B12, carotenoids and vitamin E.

Super green foods are the only foods in the vegetable kingdom that enable animals to continually maintain their weight, strength and optimal health even if consumed alone. They abound in unidentified growth factors, powerful antioxidants, immune boosters and many other health enhancing nutrients.

Super green foods are a category of phytonutrient-rich nutritional products derived from green plants, algae and cereal grasses. Green superfoods contain high concentrations of natural chlorophyll and are harvested seasonally to take advantage of high potencies of naturally occurring vitamins, minerals, amino acids and enzymes. Green superfoods are a natural source of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, enzymes, plant sterols and other nutritional constituents. There is no better natural source of vitamins than green superfoods. They are safe, effective and the perfect adjunct to your daily diet.

Benefits

â€¢ naturally occurring vitamins, minerals, amino acids and enzymes
â€¢ contains antioxidants and chlorophyll
â€¢ safe and effective

About the Author:
Chester is a health nutrition consultant and is the owner of www.AstroNutrition.com - a provider of premium health nutrition and sports supplements.

How Fish Oil Benefits The Heart

2006-10-03T16:35:00.000-07:00

by Marcus Ryan

Omega 3 oils have made it into the medical news headlines many times over the past couple of decades.

Why has this occurred?

This is because omega 3 fatty acids have been shown to have some very impressive effects on prevention of heart disease, as well as being linked to lower incidences of depression and dementia in both population studies, and in the case of depression, randomised controlled trials as well.

And the product is natural as well.
So let\'s have a look at what these benefits of omega 3\'s are. In this article, we\'ll have a look at the health effects of omega 3s on the heart.

Benefits of omega 3 fatty acids in survivors of heart attacks (myocardial infarction)

The DART study (which stands for the Diet And Reinfarction Trial) showed that survivors of heart attacks who consumed oily fish, which is equal to about 500 to 800 mg of omega 3 fatty acids per day, had a reduction in total death rate of 29%. The particular survivors who chose to take fish oil capsules containing 450 mg of omega 3 fatty acids (DHA and EPA) per day, had a reduction in cardiac related death of 62%, and a reduction in risk of death of 56%.

Then came the GISSI prevention trial, which was a large Italian study of 11,324 heart attack survivors.

This study showed that heart attack survivors who took a capsule of fish oil every day, which is equal to 1 gram of fish oil, which is equivalent to 850mg of omega 3s, had a 30% decrease in cardiac mortality, and 45% decrease in risk of sudden death. And these benefits were apparent within just four months of the trial.

Then the Lyon study came into the picture, looking at 600 heart attack patients.

It was found that those who took the advice of eating a Mediterranean diet, with an emphasis on fruit and vegetables, and in particular an adequate intake of non marine sources of omega 3 oils (alpha-linolenic acid), had a decrease in their risk of heart related death at 5 years by 70%, when compared to those patients who had no such dietary advice.

Now let\'s have a look at fish oil effects in prevention of heart disease in the first place...

Benefits of omega 3 in preventing heart disease and sudden death in healthy individuals

Firstly, there was a study looking at the benefits of omega 3 fatty acids in healthy male doctors. This study was known as the Physician\'s Health Study.

This study found that those with the highest levels of omega 3 fatty acids in their blood streams, had a risk of sudden death that was only 1/5 of the risk of sudden death found in the group with the lowest omega 3 fatty acid levels. That is, their relative risk was 19%. Those with the second highest levels of omega 3 fatty acids had a relative risk of less than 1/3, with a relative risk of 28%.

Secondly, there was the Chicago Physician\'s Health Study Western Electric Study which studied a group of 1822 men over a period of 30 years.

This study found that those who ate more than 35 g of fish per day had 38% less risk of dying from heart disease, and a 44% reduction in risk of heart attacks, when compared to those who had no fish intake.

These are just sample of the various studies on the health effects of omega 3 fatty acids on cardiac health.

It is very sobering to realise that about 50% of heart attacks have no warning.

The benefits as shown in the studies above, relate to preventing heart attacks in those who have already had one, as well as reducing the risk of myocardial infarction and sudden death in healthy individuals.

The these essential fatty acids have been linked to reductions in risk of dementia and depression, in the treatment of depressed patients, and improvement in IQ of children.

There are even studies on the effect of fish oils on reducing levels of aggression in young adults.

The health benefits of omega 3 fatty acids are certainly very interesting, and very promising.

They vary from heart health, to mental health.

If you have a medical condition, you should always seek the advice of your doctor before taking any new supplements or medications in case you are on medications or have medical conditions that contraindicate the use of natural supplements.

So watch out for more developments in the area of omega 3 fatty acids, including more medical studies on its various benefits.

Want to learn more about omega 3 fatty acids? Marcus Ryan helps you to discover the health benefits of omega 3 fatty acids and fish oil, including a clear understand of the results of medical studies and research on fish oil benefits.

Marcus Ryan

Marcus Ryan helps you to discover the health benefits of omega 3 fatty acids and fish oil, including a clear understand of the results of medical studies on omega 3 oils, which species of fish are high in omega 3 and low in mercury, how safe are fish oil capsules, and the latest news on omega 3 fatty acids. Visit his site at: http://www.omega3oils.info

Herbal Medicine Societies in the Boonies?

2006-10-02T17:29:00.000-07:00

by Danna Schneider

So, you think that the interest in and utilization of herbal medicine and alternative therapies is only reserved for higher brow demographics, or only those areas where health and earth conscious "hippies" live?

Well, think again. It's not just the difference between Eastern Medicine, Indian Ayurveda and Western medicine any more. This surge in self healing through nature takes on forms in a larger variety of demographics than we think...

Some rural areas report a high usage of various natural therapies and herbal medicines, ditching the medical field and instead opting to "go natural", many times for much less money than traditional medical care would cost.

A 1993 survey of 251 people who live in rural central Mississippi revealed about 71% used a plant-derived remedy in the previous year, and that the older demographic was more likely to use such remedies than the younger demographic.

At least 20% of the respondents had used at least 3 natural or alternative remedies. Health care providers are typically cautioned to ask patients from this region about the use of home remedies when they seek treatment because of possible drug interactions.

You may notice now that part of the questionnaire you fill out as a first time patient in any doctors office now asks about any herbs, vitamins or natural supplements you may be taking in addition to the standard medications questions because of this very fact.

Herbal and other plant-derived remedies are hypothesized to be the most frequently used therapies worldwide as calculated by the WHO (World Health Organiztion).

Therapeutic properties in substances derived from plants found commonly in nature include pure chemicals that are also available as prescription drugs, standardized extracts, herbal teas, and food plants. In other words, plant-derived remedies can contain chemicals with potent pharmacologic and toxicologic properties.

This makes perfect sense. I mean, how do you think we came up with half of the pharmaceutical drugs we know of today? Many of them were either derived from nature and are now severely altered from their natural state, or the idea behind the drug was garnered from a plant or herb with similar therapeutic properties. This has been acknowledged and well documented, but perhaps not so widely discussed.

Although the exact level of usage of herbal remedies and products in this category of alternative therapies are currently unknown due to a lack of interest in the necessary surveying and actual scientific study funds involved, in 1991, herbal products managed to reach sales of approximately $1 billion.

You can bet your bottom dollar that number has at least tripled today, in an age of increasing skepticism regarding the medical industry and consumer awareness of herbal alternatives.

Right now, the herbal medicine and natural supplement field only shows signs of building momentum, not slowing down, so I have a feeling we have many more advances in natural medicines to come.

About the Author:
Danna Schneider is the founder of www.herbalnewsmagazine.com , a new online magazine about innovations and news in herbal medicine, and also contributes to www.herbal-therapeutics.com , where various supplements and alternative treatments can be found.

The Many Benefits Of Chinese Green Tea

2006-10-02T17:11:00.000-07:00

by: Robert Williams

As you may know, green tea is one of the most popular types of Chinese tea. Many people, not only the Chinese, consider it as the most refreshing drink for sweltering summers. The primary reasons for this claim are the facts that green tea is cool to the tastebuds and defends against inflammation. Many people have also claimed that it relieves fever.

In fact, the health benefits of Chinese green tea have been known throughout the world. The Chinese have known about these medicinal benefits since ancient times, because they have used green tea to treat ailments ranging from headaches to depression. The writer Nadine Taylor in her book Green Tea: The Natural Secret for a Healthier Life suggested that green tea has been used as a medicine in China for at least 4,000 years.

These days, numerous scientific studies conducted both in Asia and the West are providing conclusive evidence for the health benefits long associated with drinking green tea. Notably, the Journal of the National Cancer Institute published the results of an epidemiological study in 1994 indicating that drinking Chinese green tea regularly lowered the risk of esophageal cancer in Chinese men and women by close to 60 percent. Also, it was recently reported by researchers of the University of Purdue that a compound in green tea inhibits the growth of cancer cells.

There are other medical conditions to which drinking green tea is said to have medicinal benefits. To summarize, these conditions include cancer, impaired immune function, cardiovascular disease, rheumatoid arthritis, infection, and high cholesterol levels.

What Makes Green Tea Extraordinary?

The secret of Chinese green tea's benefits lies in the fact that it is rich in catechin polyphenols, particularly the epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). EGCG essentially harms healthy body tissues. Studies also revealed that this antioxidant has been effective in lowering LDL cholesterol levels, and blocking the abnormal formation of blood clots. The latter benefit takes on added importance because the formation of abnormal blood clots, medically known as thrombosis, is the main cause of strokes and heart attacks.

In addition, the effects of Chinese green tea and the "French Paradox" have a strong correlation. Researches were initially puzzled by the fact that, despite consuming a diet high in fat, the French have a lower incidence of heart disease than Americans. Red wine was found to be the answer, because it contains resveratrol. Resveratrol is a polyphenol that restricts the negative effects of smoking and a high-fat diet. However, in 1997 a study reported that EGCG is twice as beneficial as resveratrol. This discovery also explains the lower rate of heart disease among Chinese men even though approximately 70 percent are smokers.

Additional Benefits

New evidence that unveil further benefits of Chinese green tea are now emerging. One of those claims is that Chinese green tea can also help those people on diets. Researchers found that men who were given a combination of caffeine and green tea extract burned more fat than those given only a placebo and caffeine.

Chinese green tea is also reputed to prevent tooth decay. Much like its bacteria-fighting abilities can help prevent food poisoning, it can also combat the bacteria that cause dental plaque.

Today, several skin products containing green tea, from deodorants to creams, are also available on the market. This is due to the fact that Chinese green tea is found to be powerful in fighting bacteria that cause skin imperfections.

About The Author

Robert Williams writes for several web sites, including http://productshelp.com and http://holeinthebucket.com

Add Some Honey And Stop Feeling Guilty.

2006-10-01T17:39:00.000-07:00

By: Jonathon Hardcastle

According to Greek mythology, the ancient gods of Mount Olympus, like Zeus and Athena, used to eat nectar and ambrosia to maintain their healthy looks and perform their rather unusual human-like activities. Although scholars have not yet concluded on what exactly ambrosia was for ancient Greeks, nectar in botany is a sugar-rich liquid produced by the flowers of plants in order to attract pollinating insects, like honeybees, essential for honey production. Nectar is produced in glands called nectaries, which are located at the base of the perianth, so as to allow pollinators perform their role and accessing the flower's reproductive structures, the anthers and pistil, while collecting the nectar the flower produces.

The collected nectar is then transported by honeybees to combs where honey is produced. Honey is a sweet and viscous fluid, significantly sweeter than table sugar and has very attractive chemical properties for baking. With its distinct flavor, which leads some people to prefer it over sugar and other sweeteners, honey is a type of food that has great benefits for the human body and its consumption promotes contemporary nutritional habits and healthy dietary demands. Categorized both as a type of food and a natural medicine, honey has been used by a variety of civilizations for different reasons. Ancient Egyptians used it to preserve their dead (mummies), Roman's as an important cosmetic ingredient and it is mentioned even in the Christian Bible.

Many types of honey exist today and the recent technological developments have created the best possible conditions for honey production and have contributed to its different uses in medicine, food and cosmetic industries. But unfortunately, chemical substances used to increase the honey production and meet the greater demand existing today, have resulted in deteriorating its natural ingredients and even making it dangerous, in rare and extreme cases, for human consumption.

Contemporary consumers have the ability to protect their health by buying honey that is produced by professionals and thus minimize the risk of consuming a product that will not benefit the human body. But even when the honey purchased is produced in accordance to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Guidelines, it is extremely important for us to maintain the appropriate storage conditions and prolong its duration by promoting its safe use. Specifically, honey has to be stored in cool places and we have to avoid storing it close to electric appliances or near sunny windows that raise the temperature in the storage shelve or room. Any kind of utensil used to retrieve honey out of its container has to be totally clean and without any kind of moisture on it. Honey-lovers should follow these simple instructions in order to keep their purchased honey longer and their minds at rest regarding its safe use.

About The Author

Jonathon Hardcastle writes articles for http://letstalkaboutfood.com/ - In addition, Jonathon also writes articles for http://yournutritionsource.net/ and http://foodandourlives.com/

Herbal Guide to Natural Breast Enlargement...

2006-09-28T20:25:00.000-07:00

Natural Breast Enlargement is a greatly safer and cheaper way to enlarge your breasts. In fact, breast enlargement surgery can expense $10,000 or more. There are many alternative, natural breast enlargement options on the promote today for you to wish from though. Let's look at some of the most popular herbs included in these and why...

Feneugreek Seed Extract contains some of the uppermost concentrations of the workshop elements recommended by herbalists for breast enlargement. Also hormone monitor that that has been worn to discuss menopausal symptoms and balances the female system.

Keep reading further to learn how this topic can benefit you, as the rest of this article will supply you will the needed information.

Fennel Seed is ornate in flavonoids that cause estrogenic effects. This boosting of emission is key to the formation of new breast cells and tissue, and the boosting of secretion is key to the refining of the estrogen receptor sites which get foggy with environmental toxins that mimic estrogen. By acting to subtract these and other toxins from the body, it acts as a drink and drink as well.

Dong Quai basis aids the body in the able use of hormones. Also worn as handling for some menopause symptoms and it's been worn successfully to alleviate PMS (premenstrual syndrome) and menopausal symptoms (Hardy 2000). Scientists think that one method of action of Dong Quai is to promote natural progesterone synthesis. Progesterone (to be discussed in more detail later) is another hormone whose production declines at menopause. The yard nutrients can help to bathe these out of the system, aiding in increasing the strength of the breast tissue.

Blessed Thistle basil is worn to delight a mixture of female concerns with painful menstruation and associated aches and pains. Also worn as a hormonal watchdog and aid in digestion and circulation. Because of it's moving estrogenic properties, it is mainly worn now for nurture mothers, the melt infusion scarcely ever fault to land a accurate supply of milk. It is considered one of the best medicines which can be worn for this purpose.

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Dandelion rifle is a recurrent workshop found almost everywhere. Dandelion root property all forms of emission and flow from the body. This boosting of emission is key to the formation of new breast cells and tissue, and the boosting of flow is key to the refining of the estrogen receptor sites which get misty with environmental toxins that mimic estrogen. By acting to detach these and other toxins from the body, it acts as a drink and drink as well.

Watercress Leaf. J.E. Meyers, Botanical Gardens of Hammond, Indiana informs us that Watercress is one of the best sources of vitamin E. This is the lushness vitamin, vital to breast enlargement, Vitamin E helps the body to use oxygen, which increases mean endurance and endurance and improves heart response.

L-Tyrosine is a close precursor to Thyroxine, a essential thyroid hormone, as well as Adrenaline and Nor-adrenaline. Thyroxine has been found to encourage metabolic esteem and command growth rate. L-Tyrosine is a required amino acid in the production of neurotransmitters with epinephrine, norepinephrine, and dopamine. L-Tyrosine also appears to have a mild stimulatory realize on the innermost panicky system.

Kelp is the normal name for seaweed. It absorbs fats and has been shown to have efficacy for obesity, cellulitis and rheumatism. It is unhealthy in nutrients, containing 30 minerals, so it is especially beneficial for someone who is stone deficient. It is reported to be beneficial for the head and anxious system and the spinal chord. Kelp contains iodine which stimulates the thyroid. Kelp has also been reported to develop skin, nails and hair, shelter against radiation, diminish stools and pleasure obesity and ulcers.

Vitamin E, an anti-oxidant, theater a function in the body's ability to develop oxygen. It also protects Vitamin A from destruction in the body and unsaturated fats from abnormal breakdown. Vitamin E prolongs the life of red blood cells and promotes cell respiration and is reported to be the anti-aging vitamin. In addition, Vitamin E helps minimize scarring and assists in the remedial of wounds, retards blood clotting, keeps youthful elasticity in tissues and alleviates hot flashes and menopausal distress.

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What you have learned while reading this informative article, is knowledge that you can keep with you for a lifetime.

Eurycoma longifolia Jack – Not Just Aphrodisiac

2006-09-10T23:01:00.000-07:00

The population of South East Asia have been using Eurycoma longifolia Jack for its high medicinal value. How this herb worked for them is difficult to explain, but many user swear by its close to supernatural benefits.

In Malaysia, the plant is better known as ‘Tongkat Ali’ which literally means “Ali’s walking stick”. Traditionally, it is valued for its aphrodisiac properties and treatment of diverse aliment ranging froma cuts and wound, skin infection, fever, malaria, high-blood pressure, diabetes to increased energy and stamina.

In 1968, scientific research was conducted on Eurycoma longifolia and the scientis have indentified the following phytochemical component extractable into organic solvent; terpenoids, stigmasterol, sitosterol and many others.

However the water-soluble extract contains many phenolic components, tannins high molecular weight polysaccaharide, glycoprotein and mucopolysacharides. It is belived that these water soluble components are biolgically active in rendering some of the obseverd properties.

Eurycoma longifolia is more than just an aphrodisiac as more man belief when drinking water-soluble extract. Since 1994, various scientific experiments on the aphrodisiac properties of Tongkat Ali. The School of Phamaceutical Science,University Sceince Malaysia, report that, in the test carried out in the laboratory,the extract of Eurycoma longifolia or ‘Tongkat Ali’ has an aphrodisiac effect in the experiment on animals. Its increased the number of times and lenght of thesexual performance of the animal under the study.

Experiments carried out by a team of scientist in the University of Malaya show that water – soluble extracts from Tongkat Ali have the following effect:

In vitro test on human testicular tissue homogenates showed that Eurycoma longifolia water-soluble extract increased the formation of testosterone (male sex hormones) by 4.4 fold.

Experiment conducted also show that Eurycoma longifolia water-soluble extract has the ability to increase the sperm concentration, percentage of progressive sperm and the mobility rate. Thus the result suggest that Eurycoma longifolia water-soluble extract could increase the quality and the quantity of the sperm and therefore increase the fertility rate.

Eurycoma longifolia water-soluble extract does not work the same way as other aphrodisiacs, which take effect immediately. Eurycoma longifolia water-soluble extract has to be consumed regularly overtime and the mode and mechanism of action are different. Eurycoma longifolia acts through the enhancement of testosterone and also c-GMP production. As it enhances the prodution of the hormone it takes longer time period to exert its effects. The benefits are felt gradually after a period pf time. Optimal effectiveness should be felt within a week of continuous uninterrupted use. When the testosterone increase, the health and vitality are restored.

Eurycoma longifolia water-soluble extract is not a stimulant. Aphrodisiac effects of Eurycoma longifolia water-soluble extract varied depending on the lifestyle and also the physical and physiological state of the individual.

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