Helichrysum italicum is a flowering shrub that belongs to the large and widespread Asteraceae (daisy) family. It is commonly known as the curry plant because of the strong, curry-like smell of its leaves. Despite this, the curry plant is not typically used for culinary purposes because of its strong bitter flavor. Its flowers, however, are used to make herbal … Continue reading Curry plant is a spicy Mediterranean shrub with anti-aging properties
More than a natural pest repellent: Use neem oil to boost your hair and dental health
You may know and use neem oil as a natural pesticide and insecticide. In addition to repelling pesky insects, the extract also supports healthy hair and teeth. Neem comes from the neem tree (Azadirachta indica). Also called Indian lilac, the seeds of the tree contain a natural oil with numerous uses. One of the most common … Continue reading More than a natural pest repellent: Use neem oil to boost your hair and dental health
Beat Candida and balance your gut health with these 20 anti-fungal foods
Patients with a candida infection need to eat as many anti-fungal foods as possible. These healthy foods kill the yeast by starving them of sugar and breaking down candida’s cellular walls. One of the best anti-fungal foods is coconut oil. It contains caprylic acid and lauric acid which support the immune system. Apple cider vinegar has enzymes … Continue reading Beat Candida and balance your gut health with these 20 anti-fungal foods
Doctors go crazy after woman uses peppermint oil to remove a tick from her skin in viral Facebook video
If you go out in the woods today, you’re in for a big surprise. That line from a favorite children’s nursery rhyme is certainly true when it comes to ticks. Those creepy little critters carry some seriously nasty diseases, including Lyme disease, and they’re most active between April and September. In other words, if you’re going … Continue reading Doctors go crazy after woman uses peppermint oil to remove a tick from her skin in viral Facebook video
Use lavender essential oil to reduce the frequency and severity of migraines
People suffering from migraines could benefit a lot from lavender, a study published in the Journal of Herbal Medicine suggests. The study, a multi-university effort from Iranian researchers, looked at the effects of lavender essential oil when used in migraine prophylactics. In the three-month study, the researchers enrolled migraine sufferers in a randomized controlled clinical trial. The participants were … Continue reading Use lavender essential oil to reduce the frequency and severity of migraines
Frankincense: Nature’s psychoactive antidepressant
Many of the conditions that pharmaceutical firms develop drugs for can be treated safely and more effectively with natural solutions, and depression is certainly no exception. Given the many dangers of antidepressant medications, scientists are regularly studying ways nature can address this common problem, and one herb that is showing a lot of promise is … Continue reading Frankincense: Nature’s psychoactive antidepressant
Mexican marigold essential oil holds potential as powerful natural herbicide
The Mexican marigold (Tagetes erecta) is a beautiful flowering plant from Central America. It has been used as an ornament, edible food, a source of dye, and herbal medicine for many centuries. Thai researchers reported that its essential oils are a natural herbicide for some of the most common weeds that plague farms. Cockspur grass (Echinochloa crus-galli) is one … Continue reading Mexican marigold essential oil holds potential as powerful natural herbicide
Natural flu remedies and preventatives you need to know
When flu season comes around, there are many treatments you can use to prevent and treat flu infections. Among these treatments are a number of remedies and preventives that can help you combat colds and flu naturally. Why not use these natural flu remedies to protect yourself during flu season? (h/t to TheOrganicPrepper.com) Elderberry syrup The … Continue reading Natural flu remedies and preventatives you need to know
One of the oldest European roses, the Damask rose is now being studied as a potent anti-aging remedy
Roses are red, violets are blue — and one special rose can make your skin brand-new. That’s what the team from Woosuk University and Dankook University, South Korea suggests in their study published in the Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology. In their study, they indicated that a compound in the Damask rose (Rosa × damascena) has anti-aging properties and even treat certain … Continue reading One of the oldest European roses, the Damask rose is now being studied as a potent anti-aging remedy
Oregano oil to treat all your ailments
Oregano is one of the most popular herbs for a variety of types of cuisine, especially Italian. But did you know oregano oil is a potent medicine, used in healing practices for hundreds of years? Oregano oil is antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal and loaded with other health benefits as well. Oregano oil is known for its ability to … Continue reading Oregano oil to treat all your ailments
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 