Lower your Temperature – How to get Rid of Fever

December 1, 2009 By marie Leave a Comment

Fever is a very common ailment that everyone goes through. This is because fever is an underlying medical condition. But it does not mean that fever is always a bad thing – sometimes you have fever because it is an indication that your body is fighting off viruses and bacteria.

The number one symptom of fever is the rise in body temperature. Hallucination, irritation and confusion accompany high fever. Other symptoms include dehydration, sweating, headache, lack of appetite, muscle aches, burning eyes, general weakness, and shivering.

If you have fever here are some home remedies and tips that you can do in order to get relief and get rid of your fever instantly:

  • If you have mild fever, you should lie on a bed and completely cover yourself with a blanket for 20 minutes so that you can sweat it out. Stay in bed as much as possible.

  • Drink a lot of water so that you can replace the fluid loss. This will also help bring down your body temperature.

  • When it comes to eating, it is best that you go with liquid food over solid food or eat those that are easily digestible. Examples of these are boiled or steamed vegetables, soup and yogurt. Heavy foods such as fast food, chicken, fish, raw foods and fried foods should be avoided completely. It is best to avoid eating solid foods until the fever is gone.

  • Soak 25 raisins in half a cup of water and then crush them in the water. Strain and discard the skin. Add a teaspoon of lime juice to the water to enhance the taste. Take the mixture twice daily in order to get rid of the fever.

  • Take a teaspoon of honey and add two to three drops of ginger juice. This will help get rid of your fever as fast as possible.

  • Orange is an excellent fever relief food. Orange juice gives you energy, increases your urinary output ands promotes resistance against infections which helps hasten your recovery.

  • It would also help to keep hot water battles on the feet and against the sides of your body.

  • To help bring down your body temperature you can use potatoes and put them on your forehead, chest and stomach.
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How to Get Rid of a Hangover

November 14, 2009 By marie 1 Comment

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Partying all night and having a few drinks every now and then is not much of a bad thing. In fact you must have heard about the health benefits of drinking a glass of red wine each day. However, when it comes to alcohol, it is very easy to go beyond your limits – especially if you are having the time of your life. Once this happens, you can bet that you will be having that head breaking hangover the moment you wake up.

Anyone can have a hangover – men and women of all ages. The symptoms that come with a hangover can be unbearable for some that it is enough to make them swear off alcoholic drinks. The most common of these symptoms are nausea and headache. Other symptoms include stomach aches, eye redness and irritability.

Hangovers happen when you have excessive alcohol intake. Most of the time, people are unable to tell if they had too much alcohol during the moment that they are drinking. They only get to find out the morning after. Luckily there are a lot of hangover cures out there and some of them you can even do yourself at home.

Hangover treatments only tend to the symptoms but take note that the only thing that can totally get rid of a hangover is time. Here are some things that you can do to relieve the pain:

  • Pain relievers can be your best friend during these times. They can help get rid of your headaches.

  • Drink a lot of fluids. Drinking a lot of water can help control the headache as well.

  • Get a lot of rest. Let time pass and stay in bed. The further you are from that night, the lesser pain you will feel.

  • To help get rid of the nausea, one thing you can do is to drink cola. Do not believe on the treatment of drinking the same thing that you drank the night before because this will only let the hangover come back late on the day.

  • Eat a dry piece of toast or a banana so that you can have something in your stomach that is not heavy enough for you to throw up. If you are able to keep something down then you will be feeling less pain in the stomach.

  • Take a hot steamy bath so that you can sweat it out and release the toxins.

As you can see, this hangover remedies are very easy to do and will not require much thinking. With a hangover, thinking will be the last thing you would want to do. But the best remedy is to prevent it from happening. Limit the amounts of drinks that you have and you will not have to worry about having one in the first place.

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Dealing with Nausea

November 14, 2009 By marie Leave a Comment

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Ever had the feeling that you are uneasy in the stomach and uncomfortable with everything in your surroundings to the point that you want to vomit? Then you are undergoing nausea.

Nausea may not be a disease but it is one of the most common symptoms to numerous conditions. It can be acute and last for a short period of time. If prolonged, this means that your nausea is a debilitating symptom.

Nausea is often referred to as the feeling of being sick in the stomach. It is caused by a lot of things. Usually it is caused by problems in the abdominal and pelvic organs, brain and hormones. Nausea can also be caused by medications, low blood sugar, alcohol, food allergies and poisoning, morning sickness and stress. Infections can also lead to nausea especially if the gastrointestinal tract is affected. Intestinal blockage can also be a cause for nausea. Psychiatric disorders like depression, anorexia nervosa, bulimia and anxiety are some of them.

Vomiting is not the sign that you should be looking for in order to confirm whether you are experiencing nausea or not. This is because nausea can happen with or without the vomiting just as vomiting can occur without nausea. Here are the right signs and symptoms that you should watch for:

  • Sudden fever, body aches, cough, runny nose and diarrhea
  • Vomiting
  • Abdominal pain
  • Dehydration
  • Retching
  • Profuse sweating

Here is a list of some home remedies that you can use to get rid of nausea:

  • Boil half a cup of rice in one cup of water for ten to twenty minutes. After the boiling, drain the water in a cup – this is the rice water. Sip on the rice water until all the symptoms of nausea are gone.

  • One of the best ways to get rid of nausea is to use ginger. Add some fresh ginger in your tea or take ginger capsules.

  • Make sure that your stomach is never empty. Carry along with you a small bag of fruit, cheese, crackers or anything that you can nibble on throughout the day.

  • Make sure that your diet is high in protein and carbohydrates and are low in fats.

  • Dissolve a teaspoon of wheat germ in warm milk every hour.

  • Before you go to bed, get 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and a tablespoon of honey in cold water. Do this before going to bed.

  • Get a lot of rest.

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How to Get Rid of Snoring

November 12, 2009 By marie Leave a Comment

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If you are a snoring sleeper, you do not only annoy the people around you when you sleep but it is also a sign of unhealthiness. Snoring happens when you breathe through an open mouth in a way that causes a vibration in the uvula and the soft palate which produces a soft noise or a loud unpleasant sound while you sleep.

Snoring usually happens when you lay on your back frequently. It can also be an indication that there is an obstruction to your nasal breathing. Snoring usually happens when air is unable to flow smoothly through the air passages.

Snoring is caused by a lot of factors:

  • Heredity
  • Being overweight
  • Smoking
  • Alcohol consumption
  • Enlarged tonsils
  • Sleeping on your back
  • Allergies, asthma and other sinus infections
  • Age
  • Medication

There are some things that you can do in order to prevent snoring:

  • Loose weight – snoring is usually related to being overweight since the excess weight and fatty tissues in the neck makes the throat smaller. Slimming down will stop the snoring and eventually will make the snoring disappear.

· Sleep on your side – changing your sleep position can stop the snoring if you are a mild snorer but take note that severe snorers will snore no matter what positions they are in.

· Get rid of pillows – sleeping with a pillow can block your airway because your necks are bent. You can also have the option to elevate the head of your bed in order to make it easier for you to breathe when you sleep. This is much better compared to using a pillow since the neck is not crimped.

· Avoid Alcohol – avoiding alcohol before going to bed will help avoid the relaxing of your muscles which will increase the chances of snoring.

· Avoid sleeping pills or tranquilizers – sleeping pills and sedatives can help relax your muscles which greatly contributes to snoring

  • Regular exercise – when you exercise regularly, you are less likely to have congestions in the upper respiratory tract.

After following these tips and advice, you can now have a bigger chance of sleeping soundly and breathing normally.

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Flower Essence Therapy

November 5, 2009 By marie Leave a Comment

If you are feeling down physically and emotionally it is time to take comfort from flowers through flower essence therapy. Flower essences are the blossoms of plants that are prepared using a sun infusion in a bowl of water. The mixture is then diluted and preserve with brandy.

Flower essence therapy is known to be highly effective and what makes people attracted to this type of therapy is the fact that it is completely safe to use. Typically, all you have to do is take four to ten drops under the tongue, four times a day. Sometimes the dose is done by mixing three to four drops into a liter of purified water which the patient would sip all throughout the day. Specialized combinations of essences are prepared in an ounce dosage bottles. A dosage bottle can last for ten to fourteen days.

In holistic healing you will find that flower essence therapy belongs under the category of vibrational medicine. Vibrational medicine makes use of the chi energies found in living organisms like gemstones, plants, crystals and sunlight. Chi energies can also be found in the food that we eat. In the holistic community, flower essences are favored by most practitioners when it comes to problems related to emotional and spiritual imbalances.

Flower essence therapy was founded by an English surgeon named Dr. Edward Bach. He came up with 38 original flower remedies that is known as the Bach Healing Herbs and these is still being used to treat most underlying emotional causes of most diseases. Bach understood the connection of our emotions to our physical health. This is because sickness and disease often happens when there is an imbalance or a disconnection from our living force. Bach believed that the living forces of nature can help re-establish that connection and bring more balance as well.

Some patients would undergo immediate shifts when taking flower essences while it would take time for others to perceive its effects. Taking drops of flower essences over time will help build a stabilized and stronger influence in attitudes, relationships and overall state of well being.

Take note that flower essences is not a major cure. It is only intended to aid in aligning your life energy in order to have a healthy growth and development

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Herbal Treatments for Sore Throat

November 2, 2009 By marie Leave a Comment

Sore throat, also known as pharyngitis is one of the most common reasons why people go to check ups in the United States. It may seem to be a small illness but it can cause a lot of discomfort and that can be very unbearable especially during work. And what’s even worse? Most medicines take too long for them to take effect.

Here are some herbal remedies that you can use in order to heal sore throat:

An old home remedy for sore throats that have been passed from generation to generation is by drinking tea made with apple cider vinegar, cayenne, lemon and honey. The tea is made by adding one teaspoon of apple cider vinegar, a tiny pinch of cayenne paper, juice of 1/4 lemon and a teaspoon of honey to a cup of hot water then stir. Drinking four cups a day of this tea can easily relieve the pain and discomfort.

A popular herb used in healing sore throats is the Honeysuckle flower. This sweet tasting herb is commonly used specifically in traditional Chinese medicine. Practitioners of traditional Chinese medicine would often recommend making honeysuckle tea by boiling one quart of water to a boil. Add one cup of honeysuckle flowers – make sure that there are no leaves, steep for at least 10 minutes, cover and then strain. Like the first kind of tea, four cups per day is the recommended dosage.

Another herb that can aid you in curing sore throats is marshmallow. Marshmallow is an herb that grows in Europe and America. It contains mucilage which can coat and soothe sore throat. Marshmallow root tree is made by adding one tablespoon of the dried root to a cup of boiling water and letting it steeped covered for at least ten minutes before straining. Herbalists would recommend a dosage of three cups per day. Take note that for those who have diabetes, you should consult a doctor

But take note that most sore throats are just a symptom to a more serious condition. Therefore visits to the doctor are still necessary. You should see the doctor if your sore throat lasts for about a week, if it causes you difficulty in swallowing or breathing, if you find that there is blood in your saliva or phlegm, and if you have sore throat but no fever.

Following some of these remedies can help you save money and avoid paying doctor fees. Let nature take its course and contribute to your natural healing.

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Treating chapped lips naturally

October 22, 2009 By marie Leave a Comment

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Chapped lips are something that you should get rid of immediately. Aside from the fact that it is not good to look at, having cracked, dry lips can be painful as well. Chapped lips develop when your lips loses it capacity to retain moisture which results to severe, dry chronic pain. Chapped lips can also be caused by vitamin B deficiency, dehydration, allergy from lipsticks, excessive exposure to dry air, cold, wind or in the sun and poor diet. Here are some ways to get rid of chapped lips naturally:

One way to treat your chapped lips naturally is with the help of lemons. Cut a lemon in half then put half a teaspoon of sugar in one part of the lemon. Rub this part on your lips. This will help remove all the dry dead skin in it. Afterwards, wash with warm water. To add moisture, place glycerin on your lips after washing.

Cucumber can also help you in your dilemma. Get some cucumber slices and squeeze out as much juice as you can. Then apply that juice to your chapped lips in order to keep them moist.

You can also use rose petals to treat your chapped lips. Blend a handful of rose petals until they turn into paste. Add two tablespoons of olive oil or honey and mix again. Then apply it to your lips. Keep the excess mixture in an air tight jar and apply whenever it is needed.

Cocoa butter can also be used to bring in more moisture to your chapped lips. Applying a small amount to your chapped lips every few hours will keep your lips moist all day.

You can treat chapped lips with Vaseline and honey or syrup. All you have to do is mix together equal parts of each ingredient and apply it on your chapped lips three times a day. Take note that you should not use Vaseline on its own. It is known to discolor your lips.

Another way to treat your chapped lips naturally is to use oranges. Cut an orange into two and squeeze out the juice. Apply the juice to your chapped lips. This can sting a bit especially if your lips are already cracked and had been bleeding.

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Aromatherapy diffusers

October 22, 2009 By marie Leave a Comment

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You can get relief from stress through air evaporation and this is made possible by aromatherapy diffusers. They come with a fan that would disperse essential oils directly in the air and vaporize them. Diffusion is the process where scents are emitted in the air and then inhaled.

It is safe to say that aromatherapy diffusers are like air fresheners as well. You may be wondering why not get air sprays in drug stores instead? You can do that but aromatherapy diffusers have a healthier edge. Air sprays and fresheners usually contain synthetic materials and you would not be able to get the benefits that you can only get with the use of pure essential oils.

Odors have a great effect in your mind and in your daily well being. It can also influence the region of the brain which controls memories, moods and emotions. Inhaling essential oils can offer psychological and physical benefits. The aroma of a natural essential oil can simulate the brain to release endorphins and neurotransmitters and other feel good chemicals throughout your body.

When you use aromatherapy diffusers you may notice that you would feel more relaxed, you get better sleep, your alertness increases and your spirits are uplifted. They can also help create a romantic atmosphere as well. This helps you get rid of unwanted odors and destroy aerial germs that can cause you allergies. Other health benefits include relieve from head ache, nasal congestion, cough and helps fight off nausea and vomiting.

Aromatherapy diffusers come in different forms so that you can use them in your convenience and you can even have them with you wherever you go. They come in the forms of lamp rings, necklaces, pots and many more. Take note that the therapeutic grade essential oil that you use in these diffusers should be a hundred percent natural and that they are derived purely from plants such as leaves, wood, seeds, roots, bark and flowers. You will surely find one that would suit your taste and preferences.

For an improved physical and emotional health and a more relaxed well being, try getting aromatherapy diffusers. The uses and benefits that come with their package are effective, convenient and practical.

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Holy Basil: Medicine and Flavor in One Herb

October 20, 2009 By marie Leave a Comment

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if you are planning to have a herbal garden then you should not forget to add Holy Basil to your plot. This will definitely benefit your health and cooking in so many ways.

The Holy Basil or Tulsi is a herb that has been recognized as an ancient remedy in India dating back from 1000 BC. Holy Basil is well known for its health and medicinal properties. The word Tulsi means “matchless” in Hindi as it has a lot of potentials. This plant is often seen in Indian temples and courtyards and they became popularly known as Holy Basil.

Holy Basil has been a principal herb of Ayurveda, an ancient traditional holistic health method of India. Ayurveda means knowledge of life and the core of these teachings and practices revolve around the use of herbs.

As a herbal remedy, the Holy Basil can be used against common ailments. Its leaves can be used as an anti-stress agent. The juice of the herb if applied locally can help in the treatment of ringworms and other skin disorders. The juice of the leaves can also help in problems like cough, fever, cold, diarrhea and vomiting. Holy Basil gives strength to the kidneys . When it is chewed it is said to relieve ulcers and infections of the mouth. It can also help reduce your blood cholesterol level. It can also be used as protection against insect stings and bites.

The Holy Basil can be used in your winter and spring diet since it can strengthen your immune system leaving your body free from the harms and ailments that environment pollution, toxins and phlegm can give you.

The herb is also used for cooking. Its delicious taste and aroma has made its way in the culinary world. Holy Basil is best used when it is freshed and is added during the last minute of the cooking process in order to retain its flavor.

For proper storage, put the Holy Basil in a plastic bag and store in the fridge for a short period of time. If you plan to store it for longer periods then have the Holy Basil blanched in boiling water quickly before storing it in a plastic bag and place it in the freezer.

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Hand Reflexology

October 20, 2009 By marie Leave a Comment

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If you need something to relax and stimulate the natural healing forces of your body then you should go for a reflexology session. This is a simple, safe and non-invasive natural therapy that would help you relax, feel better and give you relief from any sickness or ailments.

When it comes to reflexology, a lot of people prefer hand reflexology since this is highly recommended by experts as a self-help treatment. Your hands are like the mirrors of your body wherein the right hand reflects the right side of the body and vice versa. This makes the methods of hand reflexology beneficial for inner healing.

This is done by applying pressure through the thumbs and fingers on the reflex areas of your hands. The reflex areas responds to your glands, organs and other body structures that can help your body function fully. Stimulation of these areas would cause the body to relax, improve its circulation and would encourage self healing.

Your hands are made up of 27 bones which includes your wrists. These bones in your hand and wrists are held in place and are being supported by a large number of muscles, ligaments and tendons. The rich supply of nerve endings in the hands makes your hands very sensitive.

The spinal reflex for instance, runs on the outer edge of your thumb down to your wrist. If you have back pain you should rub along that area with your other hand or roll a golf ball in it.

Hand reflexology is considered to be safe as long as it is being administered correctly. You have to make sure that you do not overwork a particular reflex for this may cause over stimulation which results to unpleasant side effects.

If you want to stimulate your physical, emotional and mental well being, then consider the use of hand reflexology to bring out the best of your body’s inner healing forces. Good health is just within your fingertips.

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