Eczema and psoriasis are distinct skin diseases with a number of things in common. Both are related to problems with the immune system. Eczema and psoriasis result in symptoms of inflamed, red, cracking and itching skin. Both are subject to flare-ups and remission periods. The standard treatments for eczema and psoriasis are also the same,…
Fragrant plants have been used in folk medicine for thousands of years across many cultures. Methods for capturing the ‘essence’ of plants were first discovered in the Middle Ages. Essential oils are distilled or extracted from large quantities of flowers, leaves, peels, resin, bark or roots. For example, it takes about 220 pounds of lavender…
According to the NIDDK, 33% of Americans are overweight (BMI over 25), 36% are obese (BMI over 30) and 6% are extremely obese (BMI over 40). Being overweight or obese is a risk factor for heart disease, stroke, diabetes, osteoarthritis and some cancers, and your risk increases with higher BMI (body mass index). If you’re overweight, shedding…
Ladies, every woman knows the signs of her menstrual cycle from beginning to end. You live with it just about every twenty-eight days from the age of twelve or so until your forties. But what if the menstrual cycle isn’t twenty-eight days? What if a significant change hits you out of the blue? It is…
According to the CDC, arthritis affects approximately 23% of adults and 50% of those aged 65 and older. Arthritis is the most common cause of disability in the United States. People with this disorder take more time off work due to illness or injury than those with any other medical condition. Types of Arthritis Arthritis is…
So your doctor just told you that you have hypertension, a life long disease. Now what? What exactly is hypertension? What caused this? There are many ways you can naturally lower high blood pressure. It can be modified by consistent diet, exercise and other lifestyle changes. According to the CDC, 29.1% of adults in the United States…
Chocolates is a perfect gift for everyone during the holiday season. Chocolates and other candies are the #1 gift given during Valentine’s Day. Valentine’s Day can be particularly difficult if you are trying to shed a few pounds, or are health conscious. Do you love chocolate, but worried about packing on the pounds? Are you…
Are you tired of buying expensive herbs from the supermarket, only to have them all wilt away in a few days? Looking for a cheaper way to eating organic herbs? To make sure you have herbs that are organic and pesticide free, try growing them yourself. Luckily, most herbs are not high maintenance and…
Did you know that the largest organ of the body is your skin? Your epidermis (skin) your first line of protection against bacteria and viruses. Your skin keeps you cool in the heat and warm in the cold temperatures. Your skin is also the first to let you know when something is not going right on the inside. The…
