In the last decade manuka honey has become increasingly popular, with people using it to treat a variety of health problems. But is it really effective? What makes it special? And what are the benefits of using it?
Words: 585 Downloads: 0 Category: Alternative Medicine By: SethCleverleyGluten intolerance is a complicated issue. Research continues to unveil new discoveries about reactions to gluten and how they affect peoples´ lives. Those who have autoimmune thyroid disease should eliminate gluten altogether, as anti-gliadin antibodies may mistake the thyroid for gluten protein. Many people with gluten intolerance continue eating gluten because their doctors fail to recognize the symptoms that extend beyond digestive disorders. Those who do have digestive issues may not have celiac disease, but another level of gluten intolerance. A gluten-free diet can change the lives of those who struggle with these issues.
Words: 547 Downloads: 0 Category: Alternative Medicine By: Anne RadcliffHoney has a long and fascinating history as a powerful antiseptic and antibiotic and can be used to treat numerous common ailments. Honey has been used to treat wounds on the battlefield and to help the athletes of ancient Greece increase their performance and endurance on the athletics field.
Words: 483 Downloads: 0 Category: Alternative Medicine By: Avril HarperVinegar has a long history as a natural antibiotic and antiseptic and as a powerful cleansing and restorative agent. This article reveals some of countless ways vinegar is used today to treat many common ailments.
Words: 456 Downloads: 0 Category: Alternative Medicine By: Avril HarperThe sea buckthorn plant is one of nature’s healers. It has been proved to be not only a valuable vitamin supplement but according to Chinese research it may have a role to play in the slowing-down of cancerous cells. Cosmetically, sea buckthorn oil is an excellent aid in the treatment of skin ailments such as eczema and epidermal damage from burns. This article highlights the benefits of sea buckthorn and a recipe for making sea buckthorn oil at home.
Words: 582 Downloads: 0 Category: Alternative Medicine By: LiberaResearch has found that eating purple majesty potatoes reduces high blood pressure and does not cause weight gain. Adding purple majesty potatoes to the diet thus may help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. These potatoes are increasingly available in supermarkets, and at farmers´ markets as well. The researchers theorize that white potatoes and potatoes with red skins may have similar effects.
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