Survival preps often include food and various supplies for your stockpile. But before you forget, you must also prepare a dental kit so you can address minor dental emergencies when you are unable to reach a dentist in a post-SHTF world. (h/t to DoomAndBloom.net) Maintain oral health to prevent dental emergencies when SHTF The best way to … Continue reading Survival medicine: Prep dental kits before SHTF
Siberian ginseng can potentially modulate immune response
Acanthopanax senticosus, more commonly known as Siberian ginseng, is a small, woody shrub whose roots are used to make traditional herbal medicine. A well-known adaptogen, it is often used to strengthen the body and increase its resistance to daily stress. Siberian ginseng is also used to treat chronic diseases like heart and kidney disease, address sleep … Continue reading Siberian ginseng can potentially modulate immune response
Naturally occurring flavonoid in herbs and vegetables found to induce cancer cell death
Luteolin is a flavonoid found in many herbs and vegetables that are part of the human diet. Examples of these plant-based foods include chamomile, celery, green peppers and thyme. Being a widely studied flavonoid, luteolin’s biological activities are well-discussed in several studies. Besides having anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activities, luteolin is perhaps best-known for its anti-cancer activities. According … Continue reading Naturally occurring flavonoid in herbs and vegetables found to induce cancer cell death
Stop halitosis in its tracks with these 8 natural remedies for bad breath
Bad breath, or halitosis, can be a pretty annoying condition to deal with. According to studies, an estimated 25 percent of the global population is affected by halitosis. Fortunately, home remedies exist that can take care of bad breath. Here are eight natural solutions to your oral health concern. (h/t to MedicalNewsToday.com) Green tea Green tea has deodorizing and disinfectant properties … Continue reading Stop halitosis in its tracks with these 8 natural remedies for bad breath
Activate these 5 acupressure points to relieve headaches naturally
Headaches can easily ruin your day if they’re left unchecked. But taking medications for headaches increases your risk of suffering from side effects, such as liver damage.To relieve headaches naturally, try alternative medicine like acupressure. Acupressure is a kind of complementary or alternative medicine that is based on the same fundamental principles as acupuncture. Both practices stimulate meridian lines, or pressure points along energy … Continue reading Activate these 5 acupressure points to relieve headaches naturally
Survival medicine: How to disinfect your first aid tools and instruments
In a disaster scenario, knowing first aid is crucial to your survival. Even if you’re safe after SHTF, there’s no telling when someone else might need medical attention. Since it’s important to be readily available for medical emergencies, you should know how to clean and disinfect your first aid tools and instruments after using them … Continue reading Survival medicine: How to disinfect your first aid tools and instruments
The in vitro anti-cancer activities of Ocimum sanctum leaf extracts (holy basil)
In this study, a researcher at Government Degree College, Khairatabad in India investigated the anti-cancer activity of plant suspension cultures of Ocimum sanctum (holy basil) against lung cancer. Key findings were published in the International Journal of Green Pharmacy. Ethanol, acetone and aqueous leaf extracts of O. sanctum were used to treat human lung cancer (A549) cells. Their in vitro anti-cancer activity was evaluated … Continue reading The in vitro anti-cancer activities of Ocimum sanctum leaf extracts (holy basil)
Scientists identify 13 flavonoids from traditional Chinese medicine with powerful antidiabetic properties
Diabetes mellitus is a group of metabolic disorders marked by chronically high blood sugar levels. High blood sugar is a condition that happens when the body is unable to produce enough insulin to meet its needs. Approximately four percent of people around the world suffer from diabetes. The management of diabetes symptoms is important due the high … Continue reading Scientists identify 13 flavonoids from traditional Chinese medicine with powerful antidiabetic properties
Medicinal herbs for the treatment of kidney diseases
The kidneys play a vital role in the normal physiology of humans. These small, bean-shaped organs are responsible for removing waste products and excess fluid from the body. They also facilitate the production of urine, regulate the body’s salt, acid and potassium levels and produce hormones that influence the function of other organs. The kidneys, however, are … Continue reading Medicinal herbs for the treatment of kidney diseases
Chinese herbal medicines that can improve memory and cognition
Older adults often suffer from mild cognitive impairment (MCI). It is defined as the stage between cognitive decline that comes naturally with aging and the more serious decline in brain performance (dementia). MCI affects many aspects of cognition, such as memory, language, judgment and thinking. Although researchers have yet to pinpoint a single cause of MCI, they are … Continue reading Chinese herbal medicines that can improve memory and cognition
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 