Home Remedies for your Children

November 28, 2008

To every parent their child’s health is the most important thing. Some parents still believe in using home remedies for their children, because they feel it is healthier for them. One of the simplest natural remedies that we don’t even think about is when a child suffers a bee sting we grab some mud and slap it on the sting. This helps sooth the pain and pulls the stinger out.

A good home cough and cold remedy for children is adding lemon juice to a glass of warm water with a teaspoon of honey for taste. Lemon juice has a lot of vitamin C in it which will help fight the cold. The many recipes that are available will amaze you. If you are using a natural herbal remedy on a child and you are unsure of any of the ingredients make sure you do the proper research. Some herbs and plants are able to be ingested, while others are not. There are books available that can help guide you in your journey.

 

Natural Remedies Can Cure You

November 24, 2008

Natural remedies are a great alternative to man made medications. Natural remedies have been handed down for generations. Unfortunately they aren’t used as often anymore. Most home remedies can be made with items found right in your kitchen. Some of these recipes call for natural herbs that can be grown right in your garden.

Many people have gone out of their way to post their natural remedies online for others to view. You will find that there is always more than one natural remedy for an illness. You just have to find the one that works best for you. If you are treating a common cold you will notice your symptoms disappear within a day or two. However, if you are treating ring worm it may take days or even weeks to see the full effect of the natural remedy. Each person responds differently to remedies and you need to give them an adequate amount of time to work. If you symptoms worsen you will need to find another alternative or consult with your doctor. You will find that they are more understanding of you wanting to use a natural cure than you initially thought.

 

How To Lose Weight Quickly

November 17, 2008

If you find you need to lose a few pounds quickly, maybe for a special event that is coming up or maybe to be able to wear that special outfit, there are a few tips that may help you drop the weight quicker than you had hoped.  First, you need to develop a realistic weight loss goal based on the amount of time you have before your big event.  Next, you need to start immediately, right now, today, on the road to losing the weight.  There will be absolutely no more excuses, develop your plan and put it into action now.

First, before starting on any radical change to your diet you need to take into consideration any health issues you may have.  Next, you should minimize processed sugars, desserts, sweet soft drinks, sweeties, ice cream, and all other bad carbohydrates to the maximum extent possible.  Try to focus on counting your calories while minimizing your bad carbohydrate intake, this has always helped me drop a few pounds quicker than any other diet.  If you do this and add in some exercise you will look great just in time for your big event.

Just remember though this is only a short term strategy. Find out a more effective way to lose weight in our ‘Slimming Down Your Weight Problem‘ article.

 

Treating Colds and Flu the Natural Way

November 12, 2008

When you’re sick, it seems like there’s nothing you can do except wait it out. However there are many natural remedies to prevent coughs, colds and flu and all the other common ailments. These same remedies can also help get you over illnesses faster as they help build your immune system. So lets take a look at some of the best natural remedies.

Ginger is perhaps the most prized fighter when it comes to being sick. Ginger is loaded with several different kinds of anti-virals, and can help with nausea, so drink a cup of ginger tea a few times a day when sick. Vitamin C is an immune system booster, so load up on fresh oranges or their juice.  Chamomile tea will also help you relax and get the rest you need, so try to work a cup or two into your day, especially at bedtime.  Garlic has been used for centuries as a natural antiseptic and infection fighter, so adding some into your chicken soup is a good idea. Of course, the big gun in everyone’s arsenal is echinacea, which has been shown to reduce both the duration and severity of colds and flu. You can use this many different ways, but it appears to work best in tea form. The most important thing you can do is rest and try to have a positive attitude.

 

Spotting a Skin Abscess

November 10, 2008

A red, hot and painful swelling which is filled with puss is usually the first sign that you have a skin abscess. If your body’s immune system is strong the white blood cells sent straight on over should be able to cope and clear it up by themselves. This will mean the abscess will clear up without any discharge and instead you will be left with a hard painful lump for a while.

Abscesses on the skin surface can cause nearby glands to become swollen and sore. For example an abscess on the arm could cause swollen glands in the arm pit. Provided you treat the abscess early though you should be able to get away with just mild discomfort. If needs be the puss will need to be drained safely, allowing the infection to heal and the skin to repair itself. Draining can be done using a dry dressing covered with magnesium sulphate paste.

 

Hidden Dangers of Acne

November 7, 2008

If you have never had much of an acne problem you would probably never think if it as anything dangerous, and with the majority of incidences you might be right. For some unfortunate people though acne can leave both physical and mental scars.

One of the main physical dangers is that of secondary infection, providing a threat of severe permanent scars and crater like pits or pock-marks. Even worse can be the psychological scars that such scars might bring with it. Increasing self-awareness can create confidence problems very quickly. Happy and confident extroverts can become morose introverts as they struggle to come to terms with the physical damage left behind by acne.

If acne is a worry to you there is a good BUPA synopsis of the problem here

 

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What Causes Acne?

November 4, 2008

So picture the scene. You’re just about to go to a long anticipated party. All your mates will be there and you’re hoping to see a certain someone who you might just have taken a liking to. Cue outbreak. It’s almost like they know. But why does it happen.

Although more common at the age of adolescence, acne is a problem faced by people of all ages. It’s also just as much a problem for girls as it it for boys - the difference being that girls tend to get them slightly earlier. A big reason for getting spots in your teens is due to the massive increase in hormone production, as well as effects of notoriously poor diets consumed by teenagers.

Acne within adults tends to signify internal toxicity which can be attributable to a number of factors, such as constipation, candida or food intolerances.

Although there are many facial washes and scrubs out there to help you deal with acne, usually the most effective acne remedies treat the problem from within - helping your liver to deal with toxins at source.

 

Inspiration to Stop Smoking

November 1, 2008

It takes inspiration to stop smoking. Despite people generally knowing that smoking is bad for you, that alone motivates few people to quit. It seems the threat of coronary heart disease, cancer, high blood pressure, stroke, impotence, bronchitis and early death is not enough.

Many people need external motivation. If they won’t do it for themselves then perhaps they will do it for the people they love, such as children or grand children.

If you’re one of the people lacking inspiration why not try thinking about the happy events you would miss by your life being cut 10 to 15 years short. The birth of a grandchild? A grandchild’s wedding or graduation?

Consider everyone who is close to you, be it family or friends. Who will miss you? Who will you miss the most? If you can’t stop smoking for yourself then maybe you can do it for them!