Many people use over-the-counter (OTC) antibiotics to treat bacterial infections, but these medications often cause adverse effects. Fortunately, Nature provides powerful remedies that are just as effective as modern medicines but don’t come with unwanted side effects. Here are 10 natural antibiotics you can find in your own kitchen or grow in your home garden. (h/t to BioPrepper.com) Oregano oil Packed with natural … Continue reading Proven home remedies: 10 Natural antibiotics you can find in your kitchen and home garden
Molecular mechanism explained: How cilantro helps delay seizures common in epilepsy and other neurological disorders
Cilantro, one of the most popular kitchen herbs in the U.S., has been used in traditional medicine as an anticonvulsant for the treatment of unpredictable seizures common in neurological disorders like epilepsy. However, little is known about the molecular mechanisms behind the herb’s anticonvulsant effects. In a recent study published in the journal Federation of American Societies for … Continue reading Molecular mechanism explained: How cilantro helps delay seizures common in epilepsy and other neurological disorders
Curb inflammation with these 8 natural supplements
Inflammation is a natural immune response. It can cause swelling, redness and pain whenever the body deals with irritation, infection or injury. But when inflammation becomes chronic, it can result in conditions that affect a person’s quality of life, such as arthritis. You can keep inflammation in check by taking natural supplements. Here are eight natural compounds and … Continue reading Curb inflammation with these 8 natural supplements
Cancer study: Ginger compound is superior to conventional chemotherapy treatments
Ginger is a more potent cancer medicine than chemotherapeutic drugs like Taxol, according to a recent study. Published in the journal PLOS One, it revealed that 6-shogaol, one of the pungent compounds present in ginger, can kill breast cancer stem cells at doses that are non-toxic to healthy cells. Researchers from the Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology in India noted that 6-shogaol can induce … Continue reading Cancer study: Ginger compound is superior to conventional chemotherapy treatments
9 Home remedies for poison ivy and poison oak rash
Preppers who spend most of their time outdoors may have already experienced the discomfort caused by poison ivy or poison oak rash. But if you know about home remedies for skin rash like aloe vera or an oatmeal bath, you can relieve the pain caused by this condition. (h/t to AskAPrepper.com) What causes poison oak and poison … Continue reading 9 Home remedies for poison ivy and poison oak rash
Survival medicine: Prep dental kits before SHTF
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
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