Health and Natural Remedies

The first of October being recognized as the beginning of flu season, I feel that the herb of the month should be Echinacea (Echinacea angustifolia) which is more commonly known as Purple Coneflower. It...

Oregano seems to have become popular in the U.S. after World War II when the soldiers who came home from being stationed in Italy had cravings for pizza. Oregano (origanum vulgare) is a member of...

Menopause, like puberty, is a period of transition and metamorphosis. It consists of three stages: isolation, melt down, and emergence.

A healthy and well-balanced diet can benefit from a kitchen stocked with a variety of super foods rich in disease-fighting nutrients, fiber, and antioxidants. Plus, many of these healthy foods are delicious and low...

Eating a healthy diet rich in fruit and vegetables is certain to benefit people suffering with kidney disease.

Here are four of the most popular remedies to get the nose clear.

During the winter months it is common to develop bronchial infections, sinus infections, throat infections and viral, lung and bacterial infections if your immunity is low. These can truly make you feel unwell and...

Happy hours can be a great way to unwind after a stressful day at work. You bond with your coworkers, talk about your day and listen to some upbeat music. Think it differently, if...

Menstrual cups are gaining popularity with women these days, and if you haven’t tried one yet, it may be time to consider the switch. A menstrual cup is a flexible, bell-shaped device that is worn...

Next time you have a headache, migraine, muscle pain or backache, reach for a cup of lemongrass tea for some natural pain relief.

An infusion is a large amount of herb brewed for a long time. Typically, one ounce by weight (about a cup by volume) of dried herb is placed in a quart jar, which is...

I didn’t grow up eating yogurt, I got introduced to it as an adult. At first, I was unimpressed, but I’ve gotten used to it, and I love some of the uses it can...

Ginger is a tropical plant native to Southeastern Asia. The rhizome, or underground stem, of the Zingiber officinale plant is prized for its pungent aroma, spicy taste and medicinal qualities. Ginger lends its name...

Losing weight can be hard. Some people manage to shed pounds quickly, while it takes others weeks to lose a couple pounds. Whatever you do, do not resort to diet pills, drugs, or start...

"Take Control of Your Health Naturally" Holistic herbal solutions can also be defined as or simply called natural home remedies. There are more ways than you can possible think of to help yourself be naturally...