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- Plant spirit healing from a Sufi perspective - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2007 from Ross HeavenSufi, Sufism, Islam, healing, Rumi, plant spirit shamanism, herbs, herbalism, Prophet, Prophecy, James Frazer, The Golden Bough, shamanism According to Sufi legend, the Prophet Sulaymãn was the first to learn the healing properties of flowers and herbs while he was at prayer one day, and a ...
Views: 3785 - Kidney Stone Pain! What are Kidney Stones? What causes them? Can I pass them tonight? - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2007 from Joe BartonIf you know the pain that comes with a kidney stone, then you know pain worse than childbirth! Unfortunately, about 1 in every 20 people develop kidney stones sometime in their lifetime. And more unfortunately, if you have developed a kidney stone in the past, you are more likely to develop ...
Views: 1954 - Naturally Boosting Your “Big T” - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2007 from Brian SodiNaturally Boosting Your “Big T” --Brian Sodi The sad truth is as we get older our bodies produce a lot less testosterone than when we were in our 20’s and 30’s. Between the ages of 35 and 55 your body’s production of “Big T” drops by about 25%. Some is due in part to getting older – but the ...
Views: 2455 - Herbal Remedy To Treat Bone Injuries: Comfrey - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2007 from Evelyn LimA herbal remedy to treat bone injuries is the comfrey. This herb has been used for help in healing fractures for centuries and although it is a plant, it is often called the knit bone. During the Middle Ages, many women would take a bath in comfrey. These baths were often taken prior to ...
Views: 8905 - Plant Spirit Shamanism: How nature heals - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2007 from Ross HeavenSince the beginning of human experience, plants have played a role in the evolution of our species, not only in the provision of food and medicine but in our deepest spiritual experience and the development of consciousness. Their form, beauty, enchanting scents, their healing and emotional ...
Views: 3296 - What Is Chaste Tree Berry - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2007 from Kari St.LouisChaste Tree Berry is a peppery fruit of a tree that blooms and sheds at a particular time of year in the Mediterranean region. With it’s fragrant flowers, lancelike leaves, and gray or purple berries, it has a long reputation for treating menstrual disorders. In the middle ages it was thought to ...
Views: 2118 - A Natural Gout Home Remedy: The Simple Gout Prevention Diet - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2007 from Joe BartonDid you know that gout is more serious than its symptoms? Heat, pain, redness, stiffness, swelling on affected area, arthritis symptoms, and loss of sleep are all symptoms of gout. However, did you know that gout can be a life-threatening disease if left untreated? Gout can also cause the ...
Views: 5061 - Herbal Remedies to Ease the Discomforts of Pregnancy - by While some mothers-to-be look and feel their best during pregnancy, this is unfortunately not the case for many of us. The tremendous changes our bodies undergo during pregnancy lead to many discomforts -- from morning sickness to stretch marks. And since nearly all medicines and traditional ...
Views: 1290 - How to Treat Acne from Home - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2007 from Gaumita RaulAre you searching for a way to reduce your pores? Join the club. Large pores are the source of anguish for many individuals, and often contribute to many individuals’ acne outbreaks. Why? Because acne and pimples occur when the pore walls stick together with trapped sebum and result in bacteria ...
Views: 2048 - Herbal Medicine - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2007 from ian broomWhat is Herbal Medicine? Herbal medicine, also called botanical medicine, refers to the use of any plant's seeds, berries, roots, leaves, bark, or flowers for medicinal purposes. Long practiced outside of conventional medicine, Herbal medicine is becoming more mainstream as up-to-date analysis ...
Views: 972 - The Secret of the Black Seed: An Ancient Healing Remedy - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2007 from Kim PhippsIf you are like most holistic practitioners, you leave no stone unturned when it comes to seeking new tools to bring healing to clients. Certifications, workshops on supplements, books, the latest approach or remedy: you continue to be on the look out for the latest natural supplement or a new ...
Views: 12334(5 votes) - Understanding Herbology - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2007 from Gabriel FosterThe use of herbs as early forms of medicine or healing aid dates back centuries, as far back as the Ancient Egyptians, Greeks, East Indian, Chinese, and many South American Cultures. Herbs are generally safe and like warm sunshine, natural and beneficial to mind, body and spirit, not to mention ...
Views: 1071 - Cure Bronchitis with Natural Treatments - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2007 from Ivan HinceWhat is Bronchitis? Bronchitis occurs when your main bronchial tube that delivers the air to your lungs gets infected. Once infection has started you begin to get that hacking cough as your body tries to remove the phlegm that the infection causes. The more you cough the worse the irritation ...
Views: 1375 - Is There Any Way to Stop Hair Lss? - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2007 from Tsanko ZanovA lot of things can cause excessive hair loss. For e.g. stress, illness, surgery, hormonal imbalance, hair or scalp infection, some medicines (like anticoagulants used for gout, chemotherapy, cancer), excess vitamins, birth control pills, antidepressants etc.Also, the pull on your hair can cause ...
Views: 827 - Anxiety & Sleep Support - Are you a waking sleep maniac, or a twister or turner? - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2007 from Prasad AdavikolanuAre you a waking sleep maniac, or a twister or turner? Do you just wait to fall asleep-just lying there? Hoping if you just close your eyes deep sleep will come! Are you jumping around in bed, can't quite get comfortable, or the mind is racing, thinking about everything you did that day, and ...
Views: 1106 - Herbal Medicine For Dementia: Gingko Biloba - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2007 from Evelyn LimGingko biloba is effective in cases of early stage dementia such as for alzheimer's disease. Gingko biloba is a very popular herbal medicine and is one of the top 10 herbal medicines in the U.S. It is commonly used in the treatment of vascular dementia, peripheral claudication, and tinnitus ...
Views: 2962 - Herbal Remedy: Mint - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2007 from Evelyn LimMost of us know of mint as it is widely used in toothpaste or in chewing gum. However, the use of mint is not limited to being a breath freshener. In fact, mint can be used as a herbal remedy for different ailments. With thirty different varieties of mint, there can be a lot of herbal remedies ...
Views: 3590 - Battling the Common Cold - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2007 from Jessica Heller, DC, CSCSWhat is known as the common cold is actually one of over 200 possible viruses. The average adult gets two to three colds per year. Most people have suffered from the stuffy noses, runny noses, and sore throats that go along with the cold season. Since colds are causes by viruses, they must ...
Views: 854 - ***Herbalism - by Submitted on May 09, 2011 from Susun WeedHerbalism, the use of plants for health and healing, is as old as humanity, if not older. In hunting/gathering societies, women are naturally the herbalists. This connection between women and herbs continues today. At the turn of the Century, herbalism in America is undergoing a renaissance. ...
Views: 2448 - The Use Of Milk Thistle As A Herbal Home Remedy - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2007 from Evelyn LimPreparation of milk thistle to be used as a herbal home remedy is very easy. Its flowers, leaves and seeds can all be used for healing. Milk thistle is known a versatile herb with tonifying and restorative abilities. In particular, its use lie in helping nursing mothers and those with liver ...
Views: 4610 - From Herb Forest to Research Lab - The Story of a Powerful Ayurvedic Formulation - by There is a beautiful narration in Indian mythology that serves as the perfect analogy for how Amrit came into being. The story is called "Samudra Manthan"-The Churning of the Ocean-and this is how it goes. Once, in ancient times, humanity was steeped in suffering. The Devas and the Asuras, the ...
Views: 2045 - The Benefits of Hawthorne to the Heart - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2011 from Dr. Bill BaileyThe human heart is essentially a pump, circulating and regulating the flow of blood throughout the body. Therefore, if one could find an herb that benefits the pumping action of the heart; that would be an exciting find indeed! Well, as you might imagine, such an herb does exist, in the form of ...
Views: 7891(1 vote) - Ayurvedic Herbs for Male Reproductive Problems - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2007 from Blue Lotus AyurvedaThere is no doubt that low libido is a serious concern nowadays, as it is made obvious by the increasing amount of erectile dysfunction drugs surfacing on the market. Yet the conventional approach of these drugs tends to focus on suppressing symptoms without looking at the bigger picture and ...
Views: 8401 - Ayurveda and Liver Care - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2007 from Bryan IrvingWHAT ROLE DOES THE LIVER PLAY IN THE BODY? Often called the engine of the body, the liver plays an important role in digesting, metabolising and manufacturing essential compounds. For example, the liver is responsible for converting clear plasma to blood. The liver's job is to scan and identify ...
Views: 4938 - Is There An Alternative To Liver Biopsy? - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2007 from Jack BloomIS THERE AN ALTERNATIVE TO LIVER BIOPSY? There are approximately 250 million people in the world presently living with hepatitis c liver disease. As the baby-boomer generation ages, more and more people are now finding out that they have acquired the hepatitis c virus. Many do not know when ...
Views: 3496(2 votes) - HYPERFORIN- A NATURAL PRODUCT WITH ANTIDEPRESSANT ACTIVITY - by INTRODUCTION
Hyperforin is a structurally novel anti-depressant isolated from Hypericum perforatum commonly known as St.John’s Wort.Hyperforin belong to group of compound known as acylphloroglucinols. The peculiarity of Hyperforin is that it is chemically unrelated to synthetic antidepressants. ...
Views: 3916 - Herbal Remedy For Anxiety And Insomnia - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2007 from Evelyn LimFind yourself having high anxiety levels with panic attack symptoms and having insomina at night? Well, you may wish to consider using a herbal remedy for anxiety and insomnia rather than turning to drugs for relief. A herbal remedy that is most appropriate is the valerian. The great benefit ...
Views: 1168 - Herbal Remedies as Acne Treatment - by Acne is commonly caused by the gland under the skin producing excessive sebum to keep the skin smooth and healthy. Sebum is an oily kind of substance that is produced by the gland and too much of this sebum will cause clogging of the pores. Clogging of pores will lead to an ideal mold for ...
Views: 914 - Interstitial Cystitis - by Submitted on May 25, 2007 from Lyn Prowse-BishopInterstitial cystitis (IC) is a chronic inflammation of the space between lining of the urinary bladder and its muscle. Please allow me to offer you some ways to deal with your interstitial cystitis. I agree that antibiotics are not the best choice. Women with cystitis have bacteria in their ...
Views: 2655(2 votes) - Natural Remedy For Depression: St. John's Wort - by Submitted on May 25, 2007 from Evelyn LimYou should consider using a natural remedy for depression rather than have to rely on drug medications to help alleviate your moods. For some people, prescription drugs used to deal with feelings of being low are not very effective. Yet for others, there are many side effects to taking these ...
Views: 1186 - Green Tea Report - by Submitted on May 23, 2007 from Alien ShengIf you're seriously interested in knowing about Green Tea Report, you need to think beyond the basics. This informative article takes a closer look at things you need to know about Green Tea Report. Those of you not familiar with the latest on Green Tea Report now have at least a basic ...
Views: 2678(1 vote) - Sage Herbal Remedy For Healing - by Submitted on May 23, 2007 from Evelyn LimThe sage plant can be used as a herbal remedy to treat many ailments and health conditions. There are different varieties of sage available. They include Greek sage (Salvia fruticosa), Purple sage (Salvia officinalis), and Green sage (Salvia officinalis). Traditional herbalists tend to use ...
Views: 5649 - The holy Oak - by The majesty of the Oak has been recognized by many cultures. The Celts, the Germanic and Nordic tribes, and the ancient Greeks all attributed this tree to their main god. To them the Oak represented power, protection and durability. The fiery Oak has strong masculine qualities; it is a symbol of ...
Views: 2774 - Jasmine Herbal Remedy: Uses And Properties - by Submitted on May 20, 2007 from Evelyn LimJasmine can not only be used as an aromatic scent but it also has several uses as a herbal remedy due to its healing properties. As early as the 16th century, not long after being introduced to Europe, French manufacturers started using jasmine in the manufacture of perfumes. In the east, ...
Views: 14181(1 vote) - Natural Cures for Depression Anxiety - by Submitted on May 10, 2007 from Ken ThoburnNatural and herbal remedies, although viewed with some caution in certain areas, are becoming more sought after. Many of these ancient remedies have been around for hundreds of years. Now they are manufactured to the highest pharmaceutical standards and formulated into dosages to effectively ...
Views: 646 - Herbal Remedies For Acid Reflux - by Submitted on May 08, 2007 from Evelyn LimDo you know that it is possible to use herbal remedies for acid reflux as a cure and treatment? You may not since the conventional method of treating acid reflux is with the use of antacids. However, naturopathic doctors say that herbal remedies can be used to help strengthen your digestive ...
Views: 2054 - Natural Eczema Remedy: Evening Primrose Oil - by Submitted on May 02, 2007 from Evelyn LimOne herb that has been proven to work as a natural eczema remedy is evening primrose oil (Oenothera biennis L.). This herb is very rich in omega-6 essential fatty acid and gamma-lineolic acid. These 2 main active ingredients make evening primrose oil a good supplement to consume if you suffer ...
Views: 4236 - Herbal Home Remedies For your Everyday Meals - by Submitted on May 01, 2007 from Evelyn LimI uncovered many forgotten secrets about herbal home remedies through conversations with my grandmother. In my late afternoon tea chats with her, I learnt that herbal remedies have been used for many thousand years to treat a variety of health conditions. However, many of the secrets about ...
Views: 1254 - Herbal Remedy To Treat Insect Bites - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2007 from Evelyn LimMost people use insect sprays to help prevent getting bitten from insects. However, little do they realize that many of these sprays contain chemicals that may be toxic to their bodies. These chemicals can be extremely harmful to the environment. Hence, it is best that if you have sensitive ...
Views: 2784 - What's So Special about Ganoderma Mushroom? - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2007 from James PangGanoderma mushroom is from the Mycetes kingdom. These are generally short and tiny fungi that are unable to manufacture their own nutrient through photosynthesis like green plants. They can either Earth breed or lead a parasitic life by breaking down and surviving on nutrients of other plants ...
Views: 2122 - Gymnema Sylvestre - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2007 from Bob WoolmerGymnema sylvestre: Gymnema sylvestre (GS) is a woody climbing plant that grows in the tropical forests of central and southern India. The leaves are used in herbal medicine preparations. Gymnema sylvestre is known as "periploca of the woods" in English and mesbasringi (meaning "ram's horn") in ...
Views: 1969 - Arnica Gel - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2007 from Bob WoolmerArnica Gel New research into the efficacy of Arnica Gel for osteoarthritis of the fingers has demonstrated excellent results and has been submitted for publication. Arthritis affects over 8 million people with the fingers being the third most common area affected, after knee and hip. This is ...
Views: 1047 - Choosing Herbal Remedies Over Synthetic Drugs - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2007 from Evelyn LimChoosing herbal remedies is something that you can consider especially when you find that synthetic drug treatments are not helping you with your symptoms. A recent study showed that more and more people are turning to herbal remedies to help them with their illnesses. This figure is set to ...
Views: 856 - Urinary Tract - Herbal Remedies for Urinary Tract Disorders - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2007 from Alien ShengUrinary tract infection (UTI) is a common infection that usually occurs when bacteria enter the opening of the urethra and multiply in the urinary tract. The urinary tract includes the kidneys, the tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder (ureters), bladder, and the tube that ...
Views: 1344(1 vote) - Natural Herbal Remedy For Hives - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2007 from Evelyn LimYou may find yourself getting hives on a regular basis. This is a very common experience with many. If so, you may wish to consider using a natural herbal remedy for hives. Hives are usually caused by an allergic reaction to drugs or food or may be due to stress and infection. Your body ...
Views: 7855 - Bronchitis Symptoms - Bronchitis Herbal Remedies - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2007 from Alien ShengBronchitis is inflammation of the bronchi (medium-size airways) in the lungs. Bronchitis is an inflammation of the bronchial (pronounced “brawn-kee-ull”) tubes, or bronchi. Bronchial tubes are the air passages that extend from the windpipe into the lungs. What are the Symptoms of ...
Views: 1415 - BRING NATURE BACK IN MODERN HEALTH CARE IN CANCER - by The global incidence of Cancer is scoring due to rapidly aging population in most countries. By the year 2020, there will be 20 million new cancer patients each year.
Of the million people who get cancer every year in India, the vast majority is incurable at the time of diagnosis. At least two ...
Views: 1195 - Home Remedies For Joint Cleansing - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2007 from Alien ShengSunflower root: Pour 1 cup of crushed sunflower root in saucepan, fill in with 3L of water, bring to a boil and boil for 1-2 minutes. Drink infusion for 2-3 days. Used portion of roots can be used one more time, but this time it needs to be boiled for 5 minutes. Use fresh portion of roots after ...
Views: 1148 - Natural Sleep Aid Remedies - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2007 from Therese PattersonNatural sleep remedies have been around many generations and if you are among the 30 percent of Americans who suffer from insomnia, one of these natural sleep remedies may be just what the doctor ordered. They are not miracle cures, some may take several weeks to work but many have been proven ...
Views: 2656 - Herbal Remedy For Inflammation - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2007 from Evelyn LimHorsetail is a herbal remedy for inflammation. It is one of the oldest known herbs, believed to be a close relative of the trees which grew on Earth about 270 million years ago during the Carboniferous period. With its anti-inflammatory properties, the Greeks and the Chinese used this herbal ...
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