Nature's Antidepressants: Nutrition for Mental Health

Daisy Luther reveals how to improve mental health through nutrition.

... Psychiatric drugs can cause many horrible side effects, some of which are worse than the original condition they were intended to treat. In fact, there is a very clear link between psychiatric medications and the violent actions of the “mass shooters” over the past few years. In many cases, these drugs are harmful and unnecessary. Read more

Fix Indigestion without Antacids and Acid Blockers

Fix indigestion without antacids and acid blockers, which just make it worse, says Margaret Durst.

Indigestion – From gas and bloating to acid reflux – if you have it, you want to get rid of it. But don’t fall for something that just gets rid of the symptoms, look to address the underlying cause.

Most indigestion is the result of insufficient enzymes and/or insufficient stomach acid. The most common remedy is some sort of acid blocker that makes proper digestion impossible. Antacids and acid blockers perpetuate the problems of indigestion. They neutralize or block stomach acid, preventing the stomach from digesting food. A vicious cycle is then set up since more acid is needed to digest the food; so, more acid is then produced in the stomach, then more antacid is needed, then the stomach produces more acid, etc. Read more

Baking Soda: An Unlikely Home Cancer Remedy

Baking soda is a natural remedy par excellence: it fights cancer, staves off colds and flu, and can even treat radiation poisoning, according to Danica Collins.

Did you know…that baking soda has been shown to fight cancer, stave off colds and flu, and even treat radiation poisoning…all for just pennies a day?

Vernon Johnston has a very important question for you: “do you want to live?” That was the question he asked himself when he was diagnosed with stage IV prostate cancer in 2008.

His answer was a resounding “yes!” Despite the fact that the doctor who diagnosed his cancer told him there were no treatment options, Johnston is still alive today, thanks to sodium bicarbonate, more commonly known as baking soda. Read more

Nature's Tamiflu: Elderberry Extract

Forget dangerous, ineffective flu shots. Choose the natural remedy elderberry, says Daisy Luther.

The most important weapon against influenza that you can add to your herbal arsenal is elderberry extract.

Whether you are concerned with the seasonal flu or the potential of a deadly strain of influenza becoming pandemic, elderberry extract is a vital addition to your vault of flu remedies.

Unlike the highly touted flu shot, black elderberry has actually been conclusively proven to be effective. It is one of the few natural remedies that has been written up in the medical journals. The studies I’m listing here are based on black elderberry extract (Sambucus nigra L) - name brand Sambucol.

According to PubMed: Read more

The Easiest, Cheapest Way to Stay Healthy

You can't ask for a better natural remedy than this - cheap, easy, and best of all, effective.

An easy action that takes just 20 seconds can cut your risk for catching a cold, flu or other contagious diseases by up to 51 percent, recent studies show. And if everyone made it a regular habit, one million deaths a year would be prevented, according to the Centers for Disease Control, which calls this habit the single most important way to avoid spreading infection. Read more

Eating Asparagus May Prevent a Hangover,

A new study suggests that eating asparagus may prevent a hangover.

Drinking to ring in the New Year may leave many suffering with the dreaded hangover. According to a 2009 study in the Journal of Food Science, published by the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT), the amino acids and minerals found in asparagus extract may alleviate alcohol hangover and protect liver cells against toxins. Read more

7 Amazing Health Benefits of Coffee Enemas

Enemas can do more than relieve constipation. Jonathan Benson reveals seven specific ways that coffee can drastically improve your health.

If you are truly serious about transforming your health in dramatic ways, implementing coffee enemas into your regular routine is essential for achieving the life-changing results you have always desired. No matter what dietary protocols, exercise routines, or lifestyle habits you embrace, coffee enemas can help you reach the next level of vibrant health that you might not have even thought possible. Here are seven specific ways that coffee enemas can drastically improve your health: Read more

Could Drinking Beer Really Stave Off a Winter Cold?

Beer can fight off the common cold, says Emily Payne.

You'd be forgiven for thinking a steaming hot toddy is the best remedy for a cold, but according to new research it's lager you should be knocking back to beat the dreaded lurgy.

A new Japanese study suggests that a key ingredient found in beer may help to warn off the winter sniffles. Read more

Is Acne Your Problem? Try these 3 Simple Tips

Is acne your problem? Are you spending too much money for over-the-counter products. Try the natural way of treating your acne. You do not have to go that far. The treatment is right in your home. These three tips are a great way to begin treating your acne problem.

1) Hydration

One of the most effective beauty tips of all times to drink at least eight glasses of water a day. Water helps flush toxins out of the body - toxins which can cause a sluggish liver and kidneys. By drinking lots of water, you give your cells the opportunity to work more efficiently, thus spending more time eliminating acne-causing sebum.

2) Healthy Diet

Foods with saturated fats and trans fats can contribute to oily skin. Saturated fats are found in most animal products, such as meats, dairy, and poultry. However the body does still require other essential fatty acids, such as from fish and flaxseed. (My post Is There an Anti-Acne Diet After All? describes a study of the effect of diet on acne.)

3) Clean Your Skin

This might seem obvious, but it needs repeating. You need to keep the oil off your face! The oilier your face, the more often you should be cleaning it. There’s no need to use harsh soaps or cleansers, however. A good choice is a gentle castile soap, which is soapy enough to get off the oil, but not so harsh that your skin becomes dry and red. Also, be sure wash your pillow case and towels frequently. They are absorbent, and they absorb acne-contributors, too.

Our self-confidence is tied to our appearance. When we look good, we feel more confident. Beauty may only be skin deep, but having beautiful skin will make you feel more beautiful.

To find out about a clinically proven, step-by-step system for permanently curing your acne and achieving lasting clear skin faster than you ever thought possible, click here!

Acid Reflux Folk Remedy: Baking Soda

Acid reflux is a medical condition that is experienced by almost one-third of the populace at least once a month. Using baking soda for acid reflux is an old folk remedy, but its value in treating heartburn has been verified by science. There are many solutions for relieving heartburn and other digestion issues, so why would something so simple work so effectively?

How Does Baking Soda Work?

Baking soda, or sodium bicarbonate, is alkaline. When a small amount is mixed with water, it neutralizes refluxed stomach acid. In fact, one popular effervescent antacid tablet has sodium bicarbonate as its main active ingredient.

How Much Baking Soda Should You Use?

Only use a half teaspoon dissolved in a four-ounce glass of water when acid reflux occurs. Just stir or swirl the mixture around so it dissolves and swallow it. You may need to wait for several minutes, but what you're looking for is that welcoming belch which feels like a ton of pressure has just been released. (Might be a good idea to use it when no one else is around). Belching after consuming baking soda for acid reflux is a good sign and it's just gas being released following the neutralization of the stomach acid.

Don't Overdo the Baking Soda

You have to be careful when using baking soda for acid reflux. Too much baking soda may neutralize too much stomach acid in the stomach, thus, interfering with the proper digestion of food in the stomach itself. This could itself cause acid reflux because of the interference with the proper functioning of the regulating mechanism of the sphincter muscle, which lets food into the stomach and which is supposed to keep the acid from refluxing back into the esophagus.

Using baking soda for acid reflux should only be seen as a temporary measure if you are a chronic sufferer. While some people find it highly effective, others may not. The most important thing is to use it as per the above said method. Intake of large amounts may produce negative effects.

The experts agree: acid reflux and heartburn can be very dangerous if left untreated. To find out about an all-natural, holistic 5-step system for curing acid reflux and heartburn and achieving freedom from most digestive disorders faster than you ever thought possible, click here!

Yeast Infection: 5 Home Remedies

A vaginal yeast infection is usually caused by a fungus called Candida albicans, which is normally found in small amounts in the vagina. It's estimated that three out of four women will have a yeast infection in their lifetime. Factors that contribute to vaginal yeast infection include pregnancy, diabetes, and the use of oral contraceptives, steroids, and antibiotics. The good news is that yeast infection can be treated, and there are several effective home remedies you can try.

1) Cranberry pills

You can use cranberry pills. These are sold over the counter in the pharmacy or health food store. What makes cranberry pills so effective is that they help the body’s immune system to fight back the spread of the fungus until this once again reaches normal levels.

2) Apple cider vinegar

Another option is to use apple cider vinegar. Apply some on a cotton ball. Those who decide to try apple cider vinegar should expect to feel a slight sting after application.

3) Yogurt

Yogurt is another alternative. You will only need to get a teaspoon and then apply this directly in the affected area or on a tampon first.This should be applied twice a day until the infection is gone.

4) Olive leaf and grapefruit seed extract

You can also mix olive leaf and grapefruit seed extract together with water and then apply to the affected area with a cotton ball.

5) Garlic juice

You can also get the same result using raw garlic juice. Just rub this over your fingers and then rub it over the affected area.

Aside from the fact that yeast infection is treatable, there are also ways to prevent this from re-occurring. One is to drink a glass or two of milk daily as this helps prevent an overgrowth of yeast. You should also avoid wearing tight pants or underwear. If you go swimming, get out of the wet swimsuit right away. Also, do not use douches, feminine sprays, scented toilet paper, or deodorant tampons.

You can fight yeast infection at home. Sometimes you don’t even have to anything as this will clear up on its own. However, if a yeast infection should return, then a doctor should do a more thorough examination to determine the cause.

Candida yeast infection can be very dangerous if left untreated. Yeast infection is a message from your body telling you that something is WRONG inside. To find out more about a clinically-proven, holistic system that shows you how to permanently cure your yeast infection and achieve lasting candida infection freedom, click here!

4 Natural Remedies for Acne

Acne is a skin condition that many people deal with.  Although acne is not a life-threatening condition, it can still cause great distress.  When it comes to seeking relief from acne, there are a large number of over-the-counter products that claim to provide relief. If you are suffering from acne you can give these over-the-counter products a try, but it is also important to know that you do have other options.  These options include natural remedies, which are a safer way to treat acne, as they do not rely on the use of potentially dangerous chemicals.

There are a number of natural remedies for acne that use foods.  One of those remedies is that of lettuce.  Soaking lettuce in water for about an hour will result in a special mixture.  This mixture should then be applied to the skin as a rinse.  This approach is an easy way to get rid of acne.

Fresh lime juice and milk are another natural remedy for getting rid of acne.  With this natural remedy for acne, boil a half of glass of milk.  Once the milk has cooled, add in about the same amount of lime juice.  You can then use a cloth to apply the mixture onto your acne-infected area.

For a small area of acne, ripe tomatoes can be used.  For this home remedy, cut a ripe tomato in half and place the inside, wet part of the tomato on the pimple or pimples.  Leave it on for about an hour and then wash it off.  A similar approach to this natural remedy involves using tomato paste instead of a ripe tomato. 

People suffering from severe acne put themselves at risk for developing an infection or scarirng of they constantly touch or pick at their pimples.  Those who do that are best advised to stop.  That is the best way to keep your skin healthy.  That being said, aloe vera can be applied to the affected area to provide relief, Aloe vera can also help promote healthy healing of the skin.

There are a number of different natural remedies for those suffering from acne.  Compared to over-the-counter products, natural remedies are cheap and safe.That is why many people are now starting to rely on natural remedies to treat acne.

To find out about a clinically proven, step-by-step system for permanently curing your acne and achieving lasting clear skin faster than you ever thought possible, click here!

Can Coconut Oil Treat Alzheimer's Disease?

Can coconut oil treat Alzheimer's disease? Even if it's not yet proven, it can't hurt to try.

Coconut oil has been brought up a lot as a potential cure for Alzheimer’s disease lately.

In fact, if you do an internet search, you’ll probably find many accounts of people who claim coconut oil has reversed Alzheimer’s in their loved ones. But is there any science behind this? Let’s dig into the facts.

Coconut oil has actually been making a serious comeback in the health food world lately. For years, many health enthusiasts shied away from it for one reason or another. Read more

How To Remove Tartar and Plaque from Teeth AT HOME!

If you hate going to the dentist, this video explains on how to remove tartar and plaque from your teeth at home, without having to go to the dentist! This may not be strictly a "natural" remedy, but it works and keeps you away from the dentist's office.

Forget Tamiflu

If you fet the flu, don't get Tamiflu. Follow my Mom's advice, says David Brownstein, MD.

My last blog post dealt with the nonsense of mandating flu vaccinations for medical personnel. I showed you that the flu vaccine is not effective at preventing the flu nor does it minimize complications from the flu. The Cochrane group is an independent medical research group designed to help physicians put evidence into practice. The latest article by the Cochrane group is titled, “Are Neuraminidase inhibiters effective for preventing and treating influenza in healthy adults and children?” (1) This article analyzes whether it is wise to use anti-viral medications to treat a patient who already has the flu. Tamiflu is the most commonly prescribed anti-viral medication for treating the symptoms of the flu. 

You would think that Tamiflu must work well as it is widely prescribed by conventional doctors. However, the new Cochrane report stated, “Treating previously healthy patients with Tamiflu reduces the duration of influenza symptoms by approximately 21 hours.”

Folks, I can’t make this stuff up. Read more

DIY Cold and Flu Remedies

Forget the over0the-counter nostrums; these cold and flu remedies have stood the test of time, says Tess Pennington.

With fall setting in, cold and flu season can’t be far behind. As miserable as a cold or flu might be now, with the pharmacy shelves bursting with over the counter remedies, one day relief might not be that close at hand.

Most of our prep kits have a stash of OTC medications but in a long-term disaster situation it will be important to make those last as long as possible. You might be surprised to discover that your kitchen cupboards may hold the key to curing your stuffy nose, scratchy throat, cough and chills.

Turning toward natural remedies now will give you the knowledge and skills you need to keep your family well during the onset of a disaster or extended disaster. Consider learning ways to make homemade lozenges to soothe sore throats, or possessing basic knowledge on which herbs may be used to treat cold/flu symptoms. Further, knowing how to combine these together to make cold/flu syrups will only better your family’s chances at beating the cold/flu season when OTC medicines aren’t as readily available.

Listed below are some other homeopathic ways to care for yourself and your family when you are ill. Read more

Acupuncture Works, One Way or Another

Even though Western scientists can't explain how acupuncture works, a new study found that it does anyway.

Many people with chronic pain swear by acupuncture, but skeptics of the ancient needle-based treatment have long claimed that it's little more than an elaborate placebo.

A new study published this week in the Archives of Internal Medicine appears to at least somewhat vindicate the acupuncture believers.

After re-analyzing data from 29 high-quality clinical trials dating back to the 1990s, researchers have concluded that the pain relief derived from acupuncture is partly real, in that it can't be ascribed entirely to the placebo effect. Read more

7 Top Natural Remedies

Edward Group reveals the top seven natural remedies for depression.

The experience of emotional and psychological depression has been noted and subjected to various explanations since the dawn of recorded history and quite probably before. The current model, which reduces all depression to a deficiency in serotonin, seems as overly simplistic and inadequate as those before it. This is to say, at least in part, that depression is a complex and age-old illness with a storied history of treatment. There are a number of herbs that have been used successfully to help relieve symptoms of depression, and thoughtful consideration of various root causes of psychological malaise can serve to steer one toward appropriate improvement

Recent studies have reinforced the potential efficacy of a number of traditional herbal aids for depression. Read more

Coconut Oil Destroys the Bacteria That Cause Tooth Decay

Coconut oil destroys the bacteria that cause tooth decay, says Fiona Macrae.

One too many Bounty chocolate bars could leave you in need of a trip to the dreaded dentist.

But scientists have found that coconut could help fight the main bug behind tooth decay. Read more

A Natural Acid Reflux Remedy: Apple Cider Vinegar

There are a large number of people suffering from acid reflux or the GERD (gastro-esophageal reflux disease). This usually happens when the LES or the lower esophageal sphincter does not function properly. The contents of the stomach, particularly the liquid, go back to the esophagus. The liquid contains pepsin and stomach acids. The pepsin digests proteins and the acid from the stomach burns the walls of the esophagus causing heartburn.

Acid reflux is usually treated with antacids, but some people complain that they make the problem even worse. If you use antacids, the body will only produce more acids to compensate the decrease in body acids. The reflux will only worsen after the dose wears off at the end of the day.

Apple cider vinegar is often preferred by people who want a natural way to cure their acid reflux. Apple cider vinegar has been used in many homes for many years now. It is proven to cure many ailments like allergies, acne, sinus infections, flu, high cholesterol, candida, chronic fatigue, contact dermatitis, sore throats, gout, arthritis, and acid reflux.

Apple cider vinegar is even cheaper than buying antacids. The best possible cure for acid reflux may already be in your kitchen, but if you can't find a bottle in your pantry, look for it in the supermarket or health food store. It doesn’t matter what brand of apple cider vinegar you choose to buy.

The dosage of apple cider vinegar is two teaspoons of apple cider vinegar (ACV) stirred into eight ounches of water at least three times a day. You can experiment with the dosage. See how much you need to get relief from your symptoms.

Some users experience side effects like a metallic/acid taste and a burning tongue. Most people don’t like the taste of apple cider vinegar, but to be cured, you must withstand its unpleasant taste. Apple cider vinegar really works wonders. In fact, you can find many positive testimonials about the benefits of apple cider vinegar for acid reflux disease.

The experts agree: acid reflux and heartburn can be very dangerous if left untreated. To find out about an all-natural, holistic 5-step system for curing acid reflux and heartburn and achieving freedom from most digestive disorders faster than you ever thought possible, click here!