Archive for November, 2011
Ancient Natural Remedies for Cold and Flu
Posted by admin in Cold and Flu on November 29, 2011
There are many plants around us that are ignored or their healing power is simply unknown to us yet when it comes to cold and flu one of these plants is the marjoram, it makes a great ally! Marjoram can be administered in the form of infusion. One can use one to four spoonfuls of powdered marjoram for one small cup and then leave it covered for about 15-20 minutes. After that, one can drink the liquid with honey. This type of tea should always be drunk hot, if you want to get rid of flu. The thing is, after about 10 or 15 minutes we should start sweating, whereas the sinuses and the superior respiratory airways can decongest.
The basil can also have a healing effect when we have to fight flu and such diseases. It is also advisable to drink a cup of basil tea with honey, because it has a quick revitalizing effect on our body and can lively up our spirit, also stopping the flu process in any of its phase, but especially in its debut phase. This tea should also be drunk very hot, by slowly swallowing it and by abstaining from food while drinking it. The tea can be prepared by putting 1-2 blooming basil stems in boiling water and leave to get infused for about 15 minutes, and in case of fever, one could add 1 or 2 spoons of mint at one cup of tea.
There are some more ancient remedies to help fight this disease. Thus, the horseradish can cure very easily the congested sinuses and the stuffy nose, if we place 2 or three spoons of horseradish on our forehead. The horseradish should be kept for 5-30 minutes on our forehead and at the base of our nose. Those with a very sensitive skin should keep the poultice for a shorter period of time, because otherwise there can be serious sensitive inflammations. It is very important to get rid of the stuffy nose manifestation of the flu during the process of treating this disease, because if we can breathe normally, through the nose, we can avoid bronchial and lung complications. There is no equivalent of this ancient cure for the fast treatment of sinusitis. Thus, a 5 days cure using this method twice a day, can get us rid of this disease. Read the rest of this entry »
How to Reduce Cholesterol Naturally
Posted by admin in Cholesterol on November 25, 2011
Cholesterol is naturally found in the human body, especially, in the cell membranes, skin, bloodstream, brain, nerves and internal organs. This wax like substance is essential for normal functioning of the body system. However, presence of too much cholesterol is a medical concern, as it gets deposited in the blood vessels. Ultimately, high cholesterol increases the risk for blockage of arteries, coronary artery diseases and heart diseases. Considering these, how to reduce cholesterol naturally is a common query amongst people, who are diagnosed with hypercholesterolemia.
Tips on How to Reduce Cholesterol Naturally
The ideal total cholesterol level is 200 mg/dl. A reading higher than this normal value is not actually a disease. But, high cholesterol contributes to several health conditions, ranging from mild cardiac problems to severe cardiovascular complications. Risks for hypercholesterolemia increases with weight gain and old age. Also, people who are genetically predisposed to high cholesterol have a higher risk of developing the same afterward. And the thumb rules for lowering cholesterol naturally are centered on making dietary changes and adopting healthy lifestyle habits. Practical ways on how to reduce cholesterol naturally include the following.
Low Cholesterol Diet
Keeping in mind that certain foods contribute bad cholesterol in the body, the regular diet plan plays a crucial role in maintaining cholesterol levels. The purported low cholesterol diet is similar to a well-planned vegan diet, with lots of fresh vegetables and fruits. Following the vegan diet for 3-4 months successively provide vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and other essential nutrients, and help to reduce cholesterol naturally. Read the rest of this entry »
Cancer Risks Associated with Electric Blankets
There has always been a debate on the association of electric blanket and cancer. It is said that use of electric blankets increases the chances of developing cancer. In children, it is said to cause leukemia, whereas in women, it supposedly causes breast cancer and womb cancer. Several studies have been conducted by many researchers, but, till now, no study has by far been able to confirm that electric blankets do lead to breast and womb cancer in women.
Why did the thought of electric blankets causing such health related problems come in the minds of researchers? Let’s try to figure out.
Electric Blankets and Electromagnetic Field
Like all other electric devices and wiring, electric blankets are also surrounded by a zone of energy known as the electromagnetic field (EMF). It comprises two types of fields namely, electric field and magnetic field. Electric field is formed due to voltage, and magnetic field is formed due to the current flowing through the device. Out of the two fields, magnetic field is dangerous for human health, as it cannot be contained within barriers like walls, outer covering of electrical devices, etc. It can cross most of the barriers and travel long distances. A magnetic field can also penetrate deep into various tissues of the body. That is why, researchers have long been concerned about the effect of this field on humans. Read the rest of this entry »