Showing posts with label Herbs. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Herbs. Show all posts
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Health Tip: Taking an Herbal Supplement
Any product labeled "herbal" doesn't automatically make it safe. So, it's important to carefully evaluate any herbal supplement. Read more
Monday, May 18, 2009
Herbal Remedies for Natural Pain Relief
Herbal Remedies for Natural Pain Relief - Herbal Remedies for Natural Pain Relief... Read more
Monday, April 13, 2009
Berry-Peach Tea Recipe
Recipe for Berry-Peach Tea: 1. Place tea bags in a 2quart pitcher or glass measure. Carefully pour boiling water over tea bags. Cover and steep 8 minutes remove tea... Read more
Sunday, March 8, 2009
Selecting a CAM Practitioner
Selecting a health care practitioner — of conventional or complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) — is an important decision and can be key to ensuring that you are receiving the best health care.... Read more
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Garlic as a Cancer Fighter? Maybe Not
(HealthDay News) -- Since ancient times, eating garlic has been credited with many medical benefits, including fighting viruses, bacteria and cancer as well as lowering cholesterol.... Read more
Sunday, February 22, 2009
Do Soy and Black Cohosh Help Menopausal Symptoms?
My hot flashes are getting more severe – would drinking soy milk and taking black cohosh help?... Read more
Monday, February 16, 2009
Herb-and-Garlic Breadsticks Recipe
Recipe for Herb-and-Garlic Breadsticks: 1. Preheat broiler. 2. Slice bread in half lengthwise. Slice each half into 8 long sticks. 3. Combine olive oil Italian seasoning and garlic powder... Read more
Monday, January 5, 2009
Echinacea — Can It Fend Off a Cold?
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Can Herbal Remedies Lose Their Power?
I have read that 'exogenous' substances (those that don’t occur naturally in the body) lose their effectiveness after 6-12 months of regular use. Is this true of all medicinal herbs?
Yes, many herbs will lose their effectiveness if you use them all the time or too frequently, which is why they're best saved for when they're really needed. Medicinal plants are often dilute forms of natural drugs, not foods or dietary supplements. For that reason, you should not take them casually or for no good reason, any more than you would take a pharmaceutical drug casually or for no good reason. When using medicinal herbs, bear in mind that individuals vary in their responses, so it is best to let your experience be your guide and use only remedies and brands that give you consistent results. Read more
Yes, many herbs will lose their effectiveness if you use them all the time or too frequently, which is why they're best saved for when they're really needed. Medicinal plants are often dilute forms of natural drugs, not foods or dietary supplements. For that reason, you should not take them casually or for no good reason, any more than you would take a pharmaceutical drug casually or for no good reason. When using medicinal herbs, bear in mind that individuals vary in their responses, so it is best to let your experience be your guide and use only remedies and brands that give you consistent results. Read more
Thursday, December 4, 2008
Nettle, or stinging nettle, is a perennial plant growing in temperate and tropical wasteland areas around the world
Nettle, or stinging nettle, is a perennial plant growing in temperate and tropical wasteland areas around the world. The plant has been naturalized in Brazil and other parts of South America. It grows 2 to 4 meters high and produces pointed leaves and white to yellowish flowers. Nettle has a well-known reputation for giving a savage sting when the skin touches the hairs and bristles on the leaves and stems. Read more
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
From Dr. Anna Feldweg: Herbal Remedies for Asthma?
Sunday, October 26, 2008
Herbal Remedies for Asthma?
Spices, Herbs Boost Health for Diabetics
(HealthDay News) -- Spices may do more than flavor your food: New research suggests a shake of this and a pinch of that could also boost the health of diabetics.
Researchers bought 24 herbs and spices and found that many appear to have the power to inhibit tissue damage and inflammation brought on by high blood-sugar levels in the body.
The study didn't examine the direct effects of spices on diabetics. Also, spices are typically used in small amounts, making it unclear if those who eat them would get much benefit.
Still, "this gives people a tool to work with in terms of keeping their health as they want it to be," said study co-author James Hargrove, an associate professor at the University of Georgia.
Hargrove and his colleagues were intrigued by spices because they're rich in antioxidants, which are thought to protect cells from damage. "One can put a lot of antioxidant power into meals by using spices" without making people fatter, he said. "Because of the way they're prepared, herbs and spices tend to have low calorie contents."
In addition, spices are cheaper than many other food products, he said.
The researchers decided to look into the anti-inflammatory properties of spices. "We said, 'Let's just go to Wal-Mart, get all the McCormick brand spices we can find, and check those. That was as complicated as our study design was."
The findings appear in a recent issue of the Journal of Medicinal Food.
In laboratory tests, the researchers found that many of the spices and extracts appeared to inhibit a process known as glycation, which has been linked to inflammation and tissue damage in diabetics.
The spices that seemed most likely to help diabetics included cloves, cinnamon (previously pegged as a possible blood-sugar reducer), allspice, apple pie spice and pumpkin pie spice, Hargrove said. Top herbs included marjoram, sage and thyme.
Other spices and herbs were "still rich compared to other foods" when it comes to the effect, he said.
Lona Sandon, national spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association, said that while research does suggest that spices are high in antioxidants and may reduce blood-sugar levels, it's difficult to make recommendations about how much to use.
Even so, "I say add as much herbs and spices as your taste buds and tummy can take," she said. "They add flavor and fun to foods without adding calories or fat. Their potential for promoting health outweighs any risks, unless, of course, you have an allergy to a particular spice."
More information
Learn about the history of spices from the University of California at Los Angeles.
Researchers bought 24 herbs and spices and found that many appear to have the power to inhibit tissue damage and inflammation brought on by high blood-sugar levels in the body.
The study didn't examine the direct effects of spices on diabetics. Also, spices are typically used in small amounts, making it unclear if those who eat them would get much benefit.
Still, "this gives people a tool to work with in terms of keeping their health as they want it to be," said study co-author James Hargrove, an associate professor at the University of Georgia.
Hargrove and his colleagues were intrigued by spices because they're rich in antioxidants, which are thought to protect cells from damage. "One can put a lot of antioxidant power into meals by using spices" without making people fatter, he said. "Because of the way they're prepared, herbs and spices tend to have low calorie contents."
In addition, spices are cheaper than many other food products, he said.
The researchers decided to look into the anti-inflammatory properties of spices. "We said, 'Let's just go to Wal-Mart, get all the McCormick brand spices we can find, and check those. That was as complicated as our study design was."
The findings appear in a recent issue of the Journal of Medicinal Food.
In laboratory tests, the researchers found that many of the spices and extracts appeared to inhibit a process known as glycation, which has been linked to inflammation and tissue damage in diabetics.
The spices that seemed most likely to help diabetics included cloves, cinnamon (previously pegged as a possible blood-sugar reducer), allspice, apple pie spice and pumpkin pie spice, Hargrove said. Top herbs included marjoram, sage and thyme.
Other spices and herbs were "still rich compared to other foods" when it comes to the effect, he said.
Lona Sandon, national spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association, said that while research does suggest that spices are high in antioxidants and may reduce blood-sugar levels, it's difficult to make recommendations about how much to use.
Even so, "I say add as much herbs and spices as your taste buds and tummy can take," she said. "They add flavor and fun to foods without adding calories or fat. Their potential for promoting health outweighs any risks, unless, of course, you have an allergy to a particular spice."
More information
Learn about the history of spices from the University of California at Los Angeles.
Herbal Supplements: Consider Safety, Too
Herbal Supplements: Consider Safety, Too - Many herbs have a long history of use and of claimed health benefits.... Read more
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Herbs and Spices for Better Health
The regular use of certain herbs and spices could reduce your risk of diabetes and may even slow the physical effects of aging. Read more...
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Sex Enhancers & Sexual Herbs, Natural Viagra, More Sexy Sex
Sex Enhancers & Sexual Herbs, Natural Viagra, More Sexy Sex
more information about Kama Raja: http://www.kamaraja.com/index.htm?aff=dreddyclinic
Ultimately good sexual health depends on good health, physical fitness and good nutrition. In this video Dr. Bellonzi tells you natural herbal sex enhancers to improve sex, maintain an erection, promote vagina lubrication and sexual performance without resorting to drugs like viagra. Dr. Vincent Bellonzi is a chiropractor and is certified in Clinical Nutrition. He has been in practice for over 12 years. He received his Doctorate from Los Angeles College of Chiropractic in 1991.Since 1998, Dr. Bellonzi has practiced in the Austin area. He works with athletes at every level to provide sports conditioning and rehabilitation.Visit Dr. Bellonzi's website athttp://www.austinwellnessclinic.com/
more information about Kama Raja: http://www.kamaraja.com/index.htm?aff=dreddyclinic
more information about Kama Raja: http://www.kamaraja.com/index.htm?aff=dreddyclinic
Ultimately good sexual health depends on good health, physical fitness and good nutrition. In this video Dr. Bellonzi tells you natural herbal sex enhancers to improve sex, maintain an erection, promote vagina lubrication and sexual performance without resorting to drugs like viagra. Dr. Vincent Bellonzi is a chiropractor and is certified in Clinical Nutrition. He has been in practice for over 12 years. He received his Doctorate from Los Angeles College of Chiropractic in 1991.Since 1998, Dr. Bellonzi has practiced in the Austin area. He works with athletes at every level to provide sports conditioning and rehabilitation.Visit Dr. Bellonzi's website athttp://www.austinwellnessclinic.com/
more information about Kama Raja: http://www.kamaraja.com/index.htm?aff=dreddyclinic
Monday, May 5, 2008
Saccharum officinarum Linn.(Oi Daeng)
Medicinal Plants in Thailand.Saccharum officinarum Linn.
POACEAE
Sugar Cane
Thai name : Oi Daeng
Perennial grass, 2-5 m high; culm reddish purple, glaucous, unbranched. Leaf simple, alternate, 2.5-5 cm wide, 0.5-1 m long. Inflorescence in terminal, racemose panicle; flowers white. Fruit caryopsis.
Stem: diuretic, treatment of kidney and venereal diseases; expectorant. Dose: 70-90 g of fresh stem or 30-40 g of dried stem, slice into pieces, boil, drink twice a day before meals.
TRADITIONAL USE Stem: diuretic,treatment of kidney and venereal diseases, expectorant
By: Medicinal Plants in Thailand
Volume 1
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Piper betle Linn.(Phluu)
Medicinal Plants in Thailand.Piper betle Linn.
PIPERACEAE
Betel Vine
Thai name : Phluu
Woody climber with adventitious roots at swollen nodes. Leaf simple, alternate, cordate, 8-12 cm wide, 12-16 cm long, with characteristic odor and spicy taste. Inflorescence in axillary spike; flowers unisexual, white. Fruit globose berry.
Fresh leaf: antiflatulent, antimicrobial, antipruritic, topically used for urticaria ; contains eugenol, havicol; eugenol used as local anesthetic. Dose: three to four leaves, grind and mix with 28 % alcohol, apply to the affected area.
TRADITIONAL USE : Fresh leaf. Antifltulent; topicaluse for urticaria.
By: Medicinal Plants in Thailand
Volume 1
Saturday, April 12, 2008
Mint (Saranae)
Medicinal Plants in Thailand.Mentha cordifolia Opiz
LAMIACEAE
Kitchen Mint
Thai name : Saranae
Aromatic creeping herb; stems quadrangular. 10-30 cm high, brownish purple, much-branched. Leaves simple, opposite, broadly elliptic, 1.5-2.5 cm wide, 2-3 cm long, many sunken nerves on the upper surface, serrate-dentate, aromatic. Inflorescence in axillary cyme; flowers small, violet. Fruit ellipsoid nutlets.
Fresh whole plant: carminative, antiflatulent; apply to temple to relieve headache; treatment of faintness, sprains.
TRADITIONAL USE Whole plant. Carminative,antiflatulent; locally apply to temple to relieve headache sprain.
By: Medicinal Plants in Thailand
Volume 1
Thursday, April 10, 2008
Piper retrofractum Vahl (Dee Plee)
Medicinal Plants in Thailand.Piper retrofractum Vahl
PIPERACEAE
Long Pepper
Thai name : Dee Plee
Climbing shrub with adventitious roots at nodes. Leaf simple, alternate, oblong-ovate, 3-5 cm wide, 7-10 cm long, dark green, glabrous. Inflorescence in axillary spike, unisexual, monoecious. Fruit globose berry, first green, during anthesis yellow and turn bright red, spicy taste.
Dried mature unripe fruit: carminative, element tonic, antidiarrheal, expectorant, oxytocic for post-labor; contains volatile oil and piperine. Methanol extract decreases small intestine spasm; petroleum ether extract induces abortion in animals. Dose: for cough; 1 handful or 10-15 fruits, decoction or a half of dried fruit grind with lime juice and salt; swab throat or sip frequently. Caution: not recommended for women during pregnancy.
TRADITIONAL USE :
Dried mature unripe fruit : carminative, stomachic, antidiarhael, oxytocic, expectorant
By: Medicinal Plants in Thailand
Volume 1
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