Category: Health
Essential Oils for Writer's Cramp
Writer’s cramp is a condition that is caused by spasms (or cramps) occurring in particular muscles of the hand, fingers and forearm. It usually occurs when the hand is over used. There is poor writing posture or pen-hold, which results in a strained muscle. Or the writer is pressing down too hard on the paper, leading to muscle spasms and…
Flu and Cold Fighters
Influenza (flu) and the common cold are both caused by viral infections. Colds tend to have milder symptoms than the flu. Symptoms of a cold can include – sneezing, sore throat, runny nose and cough. Symptoms of the flu are the same as that of a cold, but may also have extreme exhaustion, fever, joint…
Anaemia – Natural Iron Builders
The most common type of anaemia is iron deficiency anaemia. This is a condition where low iron in the body causes a reduction in the number of red blood cells. Most people with this type of anaemia, will usually only have a few symptoms. The severity of symptoms depends essentially on how quickly the anaemia develops. There are many causes that…
Sore Throat Soothers
Raspberry Vinegar This old traditional remedy needs to be prepared in advance. It is a mixture of slightly sweet and sour tastes, which will help to alleviate a sore throat. Raspberries are bursting with vitamins and minerals that support the immune system. Their antiseptic effects will ease the soreness and protect the throat from infection.…
Essential Oils for Intermittent Claudication
Intermittent claudication is a cramping pain, usually in the calves when walking. It is due to poor circulation of blood in the leg muscles – caused by the narrowing or blockage in the main artery. It generally affects the legs, but can affect the arms too. In the beginning, the pain is mostly noticed during exercising, but as…
Essential Oils for Alzheimer's disease and Dementia
The most common form of dementia is alzheimer’s disease. It can bring about a loss of brain function that can get gradually worse over time. It affects memory, thinking, and behavior. As research continues to seek a cure for alzheimer’s and dementia, some studies suggest that essential oils may help to treat certain symptoms of the disease.…
Herbs for Insomnia
A significant proportion of the population has trouble falling asleep at some time, and many people experience frequent insomnia. Some episodes of insomnia may happen occasionally without causing any serious problems, but sometimes it can last for months, or even years at a time. With insomnia, you may: find it difficult to fall asleep, or stay asleep lie awake…
Healthy Drinks for Headaches
Cayenne and Coriander This fiery combination of two of the most well used spices in South America, has a powerful sting to it – so it is not for the fainthearted! The capsaicin, which gives the cayenne its pungency, acts as a great pain killer. It also stimulates the secretion endorphins from the brain, which help to…
Arthritis – Osteoarthritis
Arthritis is a condition that causes pain and inflammation in a joint. It usually develops in adults who are in their late forties or older, and can be common in women and people with a family history of the condition. It can also occur at any age due to an injury, or be associated with other joint-related conditions (such as gout or rheumatoid arthritis).…