Valerian is an herb originating from Europe and some parts of Asia. The root of valerian has long been used as a sedative. This herb can grow more than six feet in height and its odor is potent. It has been used since ancient Roman and Greek times. People have […]
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 […]
Drawing salves are folk medicines old as time itself. Some plants and other natural materials have the capacity to help “draw” bad stuff out of the body. This drawing salve is an amazing thing to have in your cabinet because it can help soothe bites from insects and bugs, rashes, […]
Most people have dealt with profuse sweating at least once in life, but for some people, it’s a daily struggle. Although sweating is a needed body function that helps us cool down and avert overheating, excessive sweating is stressful. It can be caused by plenty of mental, thermal, physical, or […]
Have you heard of pau d’arco? This canopy tree is native to South America where it’s been used for centuries for the treatment of numerous health issues. The interesting name is from the Portuguese language and it means ‘bow stick’. It’s used for plenty of health issues, including ulcers, cancer, […]
Regular and healthy sleep is pivotal for the overall health and wellness of a person. However, not all people are getting the sleep they need. In fact, a study by the CDC found that more than one in three American adults aren’t getting enough hours of sleep. Insufficient sleep stresses […]
As if we were in need of more excuses to drink wine right? Namely, a recent study gave a pretty good reason to have a sip. Apparently, wine helps us lower our risk of getting ill. The study was published in the Agricultural and Food Chemistry journal and was a […]
Many of you have probably heard that carrots are very beneficial for healthy eyes; but, fewer of you also know that they’re also an amazing way to treat a cough naturally. Thanks to carrots, you can expel phlegm easier. In fact, carrot soup is an ancient remedy used against cold […]
Most of us think that pickle juice is only used to maintain the pickles fresh and tasty. So, when the pickles are gone, we also discard the juice. But, this practice often makes others cringe because this juice has so many amazing benefits to offer. From using it in the […]