Honeysuckle is a group of flowering vines or shrubs. Their seeds, berries, flowers, and leaves are commonly used for medicinal purposes. Honeysuckle is praised for its ability to help with swelling and alleviate viruses. It’s rich in essential oils and antioxidants like quercetin. People use it to relieve indigestion, boost […]
Despite the name, ringworm isn’t caused by a worm or any other parasite. This skin condition is caused by a fungus known as tinea. It grows on dead skin tissues, including nails and hair. Ringworm triggers scaly, itchy, and red skin patches and as time goes by, it transforms into […]
Sugar apples are exotic fruits that have a sweet taste. You may know it as sugar pineapple, sweetsop, or custard apple. The most common name, sugar apple, maybe a bit deceiving since this fruit isn’t an actual apple. However, some use it as a replacement for apples in plenty of […]
If you breastfeed your baby, you’ve probably experienced sore and cracked nipples. It’s something that plenty of nursing moms face. This is usually a consequence of a bad latch or improper placement of the baby at the breast. Trauma on the nipples is usually manifested by oozing and sore nipples […]
Without a doubt, what we eat influences our health directly. When we consume too many unhealthy foods on a regular basis, we harm our arteries, among other problems. Clogged arteries are a consequence of the buildup of plaque on their inner walls. This may result in poorer blood flow or […]
Pandan or screwpine is an aromatic plant that is praised for its sweet and floral fragrance and its versatility. Its leaves are spiky and they grow in fan-shaped bunches, in tropical climates. Some varieties have fruits that look like red-orange pinecones. There are more than 600 types of it, although […]
Some natural substances possess antibacterial characteristics, but we’re not always certain which ones are safe to use and when. Over-the-counter antibiotics have helped people heal from otherwise fatal illnesses and other health issues since the 40s. However, a lot of people still turn to nature for treatment, especially to natural […]
A hordeolum, commonly known as a stye, is a red bump, a pimple-like formation on the outside edge of an eyelid. Our eyelids have plenty of tiny oil glands, particularly near the eyelashes. Dirt, excessive oil, or dead skin can easily block these holes. So, when a gland is blocked, […]
Ringworm is a common fungal infection that’s not worm-caused, but rather by a fungus Tinea and it’s highly contagious. Any person can get ringworm, though some individuals are more prone to it than others, for example, people with compromised immunity and kids. The most common indicator is a red and […]
TMJ pain can have a negative effect on one’s daily life. The good news is that there are plenty of effective natural treatments that can help out. TMJ or temporomandibular joint is an umbrella term for disorders affecting the musculature and joints of the jaw. This joint is a pivotal […]
