Chronic respiratory conditions can significantly affect an individual’s quality of life. From breathlessness to chronic chest pain, respiratory conditions cause a host of complications that can impair the flow of oxygen throughout the body. For instance, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), an incurable lung disease, can make it difficult for an individual to carry out basic … Continue reading 10 Potent herbs to protect your respiratory system
3 Essential oils with powerful antibacterial and antiviral properties
Essential oils are loaded with potent bioactive compounds that combat inflammation and infection, according to a recent review published in the Journal of Chemical and Pharmaceutical Research. Researchers Tanu Bansal and Kaur Harpeet from the Lovely Professional University in India examined the medicinal uses of essential oils for the prevention and treatment of various ailments including chronic pain, diabetes, epilepsy … Continue reading 3 Essential oils with powerful antibacterial and antiviral properties
9 Superfoods with powerful anti-viral properties
Viruses are responsible for many infectious diseases, including the flu, influenza and tuberculosis. Due to increased global travel, viral outbreaks often pose a serious threat to public health. Some examples include the emergence of dengue, measles and severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS). Currently, the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is rapidly spreading in different countries. COVID-19 is … Continue reading 9 Superfoods with powerful anti-viral properties
Essential oils can be used for pain relief – a look at your best options
Essential oils are packed with potent bioactive properties that work against infection, inflammation and even diseases like diabetes, according to a recent review published in the Journal of Chemical and Pharmaceutical Research. In their paper, researchers Tanu Bansal and Kaur Harpreet from the Lovely Professional University in India shed light on the therapeutic use of essential oils for the prevention and treatment … Continue reading Essential oils can be used for pain relief – a look at your best options
Create your own anti-inflammatory salve using plantain
A good prepper knows that even weeds shouldn’t be dismissed when SHTF. For example, broadleaf plantain (Plantago major) is a medicinal herb that can be used to make a healing salve for various skin conditions. (h/t to AskAPrepper.com) And the broadleaf plantain is often found in your garden or backyard. Plantain, a versatile and medicinal weed Sometimes called … Continue reading Create your own anti-inflammatory salve using plantain
5 Medicinal plants that you need in your home garden
Mother Nature is filled with medicinal plants that work better than most modern medicines. Many of them are even commonly used in emergency survival situations due to the effectiveness of their healing properties. If you’re looking to expand the plants in your garden, you should seriously consider adding several or all of these five medicinal … Continue reading 5 Medicinal plants that you need in your home garden
Researchers investigate the antibacterial activity of Albizia adianthifolia
In this study, researchers from Cameroon and Turkey isolated phytochemicals from the root of Albizia adianthifolia and assessed their anti-microbial effects against Gram-negative and multi-drug resistant (MDR) bacteria. Their results were published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. A. adianthifolia is used in Cameroon as a natural medicine for bronchitis and skin diseases. In their previous study, the … Continue reading Researchers investigate the antibacterial activity of Albizia adianthifolia
Treatment with epilepsy drugs shown to increase risk in suicidal behavior in patients aged 15 to 24
According to a study published in The BMJ, treating epilepsy with a group of drugs known as gabapentinoids is linked to a dangerously increased risk in suicidal behavior in young patients. Gabapentinoids are also commonly used to treat nerve pain and anxiety disorders. This revelation is exceptionally worrying when you take into account the fact that prescriptions for … Continue reading Treatment with epilepsy drugs shown to increase risk in suicidal behavior in patients aged 15 to 24
Treat skin conditions in the comfort of your own home using this homemade all-natural salve
Jewelweed or spotted touch-me-not is a beautiful ornamental plant. Homesteaders know that its pretty flowers can also be used to make a soothing salve that treats poison ivy. (h/t to SurvivalSullivan.com) What is jewelweed? Jewelweed (Impatiens capensis) grows best in the shade. The plant is easy to grow in almost any area with constantly moist soil. Jewelweed … Continue reading Treat skin conditions in the comfort of your own home using this homemade all-natural salve
A potential cholesterol-lowering agent in olive leaves?
Diabetes, particularly Type 2 diabetes, is now considered a global pandemic. According to the World Health Organization, the global prevalence of diabetes among adults has risen from five percent to nearly nine percent in 2014. Diabetes is a chronic condition that can cause blindness, heart attacks, kidney failure, stroke and even death. Statistics show that in 2016, diabetes directly caused … Continue reading A potential cholesterol-lowering agent in olive leaves?
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