Natural Relief for Asthma With Homeopathy
What is Asthma? When asthma strikes the lungs become inflamed, the airways narrow the chest tightens, breathing becomes difficult or wheezy and a persistent cough may develop; particularly at night. Asthma can be triggered by allergies or have its onset from a stressful period in life such as infection or grief. Recent studies […]
Common Colds During Pregnancy May Lead to Asthma
According to a new study published in the February issue of Annals of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, the more common colds and viral infections a woman have during pregnancy, the higher the risk her baby will have asthma. The study found that a mother’s infections and bacterial exposure during pregnancy affect the in utero environment. “In […]
Health Benefits of Essential Oils For Anxiety And Depression
Anxiety and depression affect countless people around the world, some in more serious ways than others. Using essential oils for anxiety and depression has been a part of human culture for thousands of years, and remains a popular treatment to this day. While stress is a natural part of life, and can often help our bodies prepare for different situations, anxiety can […]
14 Best Natural Herbs For Anxiety And Depression
There are many different herbs for anxiety and depression, as these can often have soothing, anxiolytic, sedative or detoxifying powers. Anxiety is often misunderstood, as people are quick to write off anxiety as being stressed or overwhelmed by work or personal life. In most forms, stress is a temporary response of the body and usually passes within a few hours or days. However, […]
Common Colds During Pregnancy May Lead to Childhood Asthma
According to a new study published in the February issue of Annals of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, the more common colds and viral infections a woman have during pregnancy, the higher the risk her baby will have asthma. The study found that a mother’s infections and bacterial exposure during pregnancy affect the in utero environment. […]
Allergies
There are four different types of allergic, or hypersensitivity, reactions. The most common type is called a “Type 1” response; when a person is first exposed to an allergen, several cells of the immune system start a cascade of reactions. The Th2 type of T-helper cells (or lymphocytes) presents the allergen to B cells, which […]
Detoxing from BPA Can Help Adults and Children Recover from Chronic Issues
Environmental Health Perspectives cites endocrine disruptors such Bisphenol-A (BPA) as one of the top ten chemicals they consider highly likely to contribute to autism, ADHD and learning issues in general. So what is BPA and why is it so bad? BPA is commonly used to make polymers and resins in plastic such as in cans, […]
11 Wonderful Essential Oils For Sound Sleep
Sleep is one of the most important and restorative processes for our body, and when we don’t get the proper amount of restful, uninterrupted sleep that we need, there are quite a few negative side effects for overall health. Fortunately, there are many excellent essential oils for sleep, which can leave you refreshed, rested and ready to face […]
10 Impressive Homeopathic Remedies Derived from Food
Homeopathic remedies are derived from almost anywhere—even from the food, you eat. Plants make up around 60% of the Homeopathic Materia Medica, and some of those come from food sources. The plant category includes herbs, trees, and even poisonous plants. However, the food from your plate is used as well. This article explores a variety […]
Encephalitis- Causes, Symptoms & Treatments
What is Encephalitis? Encephalitis (en-sef-uh-LIE-tis) is inflammation of the brain. There are several causes, but the most common are viral infection. Encephalitis literally means brain infection. Strictly speaking, “-itis” means inflammation, which includes redness, swelling, pain, and warmth, and can be due to infection or other types of irritation. The brain can become infected […]