Mold is one of the most common (and dreaded) problems in households and buildings. Mold spores can grow quickly and get released into the air, making it dangerous to breathe, especially if you are already suffering from a respiratory problem. If you’re looking for home remedies for mold growth or wish to prevent it, here are some tips … Continue reading No muss, no fuss: 6 Natural ways to remove mold
Magnesium and osteoporosis: 10 Reasons why magnesium could prevent osteoporosis
Magnesium is an essential mineral that promotes overall well-being. Meeting your daily requirement of magnesium — by eating magnesium-rich foods or taking supplements — also helps keep your bones healthy and prevents the onset of osteoporosis. Research conducted in the U.S. and Europe has found that magnesium helps prevent osteoporosis in both men and women. The (US) … Continue reading Magnesium and osteoporosis: 10 Reasons why magnesium could prevent osteoporosis
Health is wealth: 4 Medical preps you need to get ready before SHTF
You may have heard of the old adage “health is wealth,” and judging by the current global public health crisis, it may be a gross understatement. Medical resources, just like food and water, will eventually run out, and you don’t want to get caught off-guard when this happens. Now is the perfect time to flex your … Continue reading Health is wealth: 4 Medical preps you need to get ready before SHTF
Relieve osteoporosis pain with these natural remedies
Osteoporosis affects bone health. If you have the condition, you are at high risk of fractures, even while doing normal activities like walking or standing. Osteoporosis also causes painful symptoms, which you can relieve naturally with treatments like acupressure or by taking supplements. (h/t to SteadyHealth.com) Vitamin D for muscle spasms and bone pain Keep your … Continue reading Relieve osteoporosis pain with these natural remedies
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
First aid basics: Home remedies and treatments for different kinds of open wounds
Injuries like open wounds may not seem serious at first, but the potential complications that follow them could pose a risk to your health. In this situation, knowing the basics of first aid can help prevent potentially fatal health consequences. This article discusses the treatments and home remedies for a few types of open wounds. Open wound treatments An … Continue reading First aid basics: Home remedies and treatments for different kinds of open wounds
Complications of the flu: Symptoms and natural remedies for sinusitis
The flu season can be rough for many people. Not only does it put you out of commission for about two weeks, but it can also leave you vulnerable to other viruses and bacteria. If you find yourself catching a cold that seems to last longer than it should, you might have developed a sinus infection. … Continue reading Complications of the flu: Symptoms and natural remedies for sinusitis
14 Natural treatments for rheumatoid arthritis
Don’t let rheumatoid arthritis get you down. There are many natural ways to manage the pain of inflamed joints without resorting to pharmaceutical drugs. Products Start by applying a hot pad or an ice pack to the swollen joint. An ice pack decreases inflammation and swelling during an attack, while a heating pad relaxes muscles and helps blood flow. Magnet … Continue reading 14 Natural treatments for rheumatoid arthritis
Vitamins, supplements and teas: Relieve anxiety naturally with these 16 home remedies
Anxiety is a normal human emotion that can be triggered by imminent danger or the presence of threats. According to science, anxiety is part of the body’s fight-or-flight response and is integral to human survival. However, this useful emotion, when experienced at disproportionate levels, can turn into anxiety disorder, a medical condition. Anxiety disorder can cause excessive apprehension, fear, … Continue reading Vitamins, supplements and teas: Relieve anxiety naturally with these 16 home remedies
Balancing your pH levels: Can baking soda lower your risk of developing inflammatory conditions?
Baking soda has a wide variety of uses that range from whitening teeth to cleaning dishes. A study published in The Journal of Immunology added another purpose to the already versatile compound. Researchers from Augusta University in Georgia found that baking soda may also help reduce inflammatory conditions. Why is a balanced body pH level important? The pH balance refers … Continue reading Balancing your pH levels: Can baking soda lower your risk of developing inflammatory conditions?
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