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22nd September 2009
The word “Attar”, or oud which can be otherwise called as ‘Otto’, comes from the Persian word meaning “To smell sweet" . It is the Purest form of perfume that doesn't consist of any alcoholic property or any chemicals. Attar is one of the most v... Read >
Author: kuldeep56022nd September 2009
Indian Sandalwood (Santalum album) is on the verge of extinction. Only the heartwood and roots of a mature tree produce the aromatic oil, which in some countries is considered to be more precious than gold. Sandalwood is one of the most recognized scents... Read >
Author: wbdoyle22nd September 2009
The characteristics of rosemary essential oil can be described as a colorless or pale yellow mobile liquid with a strong, fresh, minty-herbaceous scent and a woody-balsamic undertone. It blends well with lavender, oregano, thyme, pine, basil, peppermint,... Read >
Author: wbdoyle11th September 2009
Used as a female regulator, cramp bark is considered to be a very valuable herb. It is also used to relieve cramps during menstruation. Early American practitioners used cramp bark to relieve cramps. This is where it got its name. This herb has been r... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer18th August 2009
Himalaya health care products are result of rigorous research & development carried out by Himalaya Drug Company. The company carries out research and development in Pharmacognosy, Formulation and Development of medicines, Immuno-pharmacology, Veterinary ... Read >
Author: nicholast5429th June 2009
Acupuncture combined with electric stimulation or electro-acupuncture can lower elevations of blood pressure in human beings. When the research was conducted for the first time, acupuncture needles were inserted on the inside of the forearm just above the... Read >
Author: petersonbran22nd June 2009
After being diagnosed with Crohn's Disease or Ulcerative Colitis, the first question you ask your physician is “is there is there a cure for it?” He would probably tell you that there is no cure, but treatment (medications, surgery, etc.). These thera... Read >
Author: Raphaelo17th June 2009
The Moringa leaves are the most nutritious part of the Moringa tree. Enormous nutrient supplement helps in curing 300 different diseases, which increases the important of Moringa in our day to day life. Moringa is a tremendous source of bio-available vita... Read >
Author: Avon15th June 2009
Blue cohosh is one of the oldest indigenous plants that can be found in America. Blue cohosh is a woodland herb that is slowly becoming endangered because of over harvesting. A small plant that rarely grows more than two and a half feet in height, it ca... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer13th June 2009
A sore throat is typically caused by a virus like the common cold, flu or Epstein Barr. In some cases it can be caused by bacteria like strep or mycoplasma. A recurrent painful throat is more likely to be caused by allergy, acid reflux, overuse of the voi... Read >
Author: John Adison15th May 2009
Have you ever imagined of a health drink that comes with all the benefits you think of, a health drink that tastes good feels great and yet does well on your health is Moringa tea. Human body will reap the benefit only when the Vitamins, minerals, amino a... Read >
Author: Avon13th March 2009
Graviola Annona Muricata
Graviola is a small, upright evergreen tree, 5--6 m high, with large, glossy, dark green leaves. It produces a large, heart-shaped, edible fruit that is 15--20 cm in diameter, is yellow-green in color, and has white flesh inside.... Read >
Author: graviola03rd March 2009
There are many old stomach remedies that still have value for us today. Stomach pain and upset frequently results when the lining of the stomach has become irritated. Many plants are well known for their ability to soothe the stomach.
In the famous Cu... Read >
Author: Dustinkerry28th February 2009
Garlic is one of the world's oldest medicines which have been used throughout history for the treatment of a wide variety of ailments. Its use can be traced back to ancient times and there are reports of its therapeutic properties in medical texts from an... Read >
Author: kaprizent20th February 2009
Need to unwind from a busy day?
Chamomile tea will soothe your nerves and rest your mind.
“ I have to wake up and drink chamomile tea to slow down.
Janice Dickinson “
Chamomile is one of the oldest garden and the safest medicinal herb. It h... Read >
Author: Uma Mays05th December 2008
Herbal cosmetics contain herbs and natural ingredients. They tone and nourish the skin both internally as well as externally and are free from harmful effects. Below are some important ingredients of herbal cosmetics along with their medicinal properties.... Read >
Author: Nick Mutt02nd December 2008
Cold is a very common problem that often comes in our daily life. It is very irritating and disturbs the daily routine work of a person. It is caused by the viral infection. There are some effective home remedies that help to get rid of common cold.
... Read >
Author: Nick Mutt20th November 2008
Constipation is having a bowel movement fewer than 3 times per week. Constipation causes stools to be unusually dry, hard, small in size and difficult to eliminate. Is it painful for you to have a bowel movement? If so then you probably have experienced b... Read >
Author: stbotanica31st October 2008
Little by little larger numbers of people suffer from heart disease as a consequence of high cholesterol levels. There are many factors that enable the accumulation of cholesterol inside the organism, but the major cause is considered to be unhealthy diet... Read >
Author: peterhutch30th October 2008
There is a huge array of drugs used in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) The reason that so many drugs are used in the treatment of IBS pretty straightforward, there is a multitude of causes for IBS which need to be treated individually in o... Read >
Author: darrell.j.freeman@gmail.com21st October 2008
Muscle relaxants such as Soma or Tramadol are part of a wide spectrum of medications that have different uses and mechanisms of action, though they ultimately lead to the same effect. Muscle relaxant medications are counted as being among the options that... Read >
Author: morningshift26th September 2008
Cystone is a exclusive herbomineral formulation to treat and prevent for many urinary tract infection and stone formation. Cystone obviously promotes a healthy urinary tract and helps to maintain a normal urine composition and mucosal integrity. It is a ... Read >
Author: jainish18th June 2008
You're ready to leave the house, you're already running late and you can't remember where you put the keys. You try retracing your steps, check all of your coat pockets and start to panic. You can't remember where you put them or where you last saw them. ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer05th June 2008
Cramp Bark is best known for relieving cramps related to menstruation. It contains a substance called viopudial, which provides it with its cramp-relieving effects. It is the most powerful antispasmodic herb for the uterus and works well to ease some of t... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer20th May 2008
FENUGREEK
INTRODUCTION:
A very hard seed grown in the Middle East, which is used as a spice. Its dominant flavor and aroma is recognizable in commercial curry powders.
DESCRIPTION:
Fenugreek is a well-known leafy vegetable. It has excellent medicinal ... Read >
Author: iliyaspatel15th May 2008
Aromatherapy uses essential oils for their remedial properties. All essential oils or essences can be divided into three classes: (i) terpenic (ii) oxygenated and (iii) sulphurized. All have antiseptic, healing and anti-bacterial properties and above all ... Read >
Author: Nick Mutt02nd April 2008
Acid indigestion is a type of indigestion involving an excess of hydrochloric acid in the stomach. Indigestion resulting from hyperchlorhydria; often used colloquially as a synonym for pyrosis. Indigestion is the term used to describe pain or discomfort i... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen28th March 2008
Native Americans used golden seal as an eye wash and to relieve stomach problems. Today, it's used to treat menstrual disorders, minor sciatica pain, rheumatic or muscle pain, and as an antispasmodic. It's said to enhance the potency of other herbs as wel... Read >
Author: Alien19th March 2008
Jamaican dogwood is obtained from the root bark of P. piscipula or P. communis. It contains isoflavones, organic acids, ichthynone, rotenones, and tannins. Both rotenone and ichthynone have produced toxic effects; rotenone may be carcinogenic. The liquid ... Read >
Author: Alien17th March 2008
Constipation is a symptom, not a disease. Constipation is one of the most common digestive complaints. Constipation refers to a decrease in the frequency of bowel movements. Constipation is one of the most common gastrointestinal complaints in the United ... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen17th March 2008
Constipation is a symptom, not a disease. Constipation is one of the most common digestive complaints. Constipation refers to a decrease in the frequency of bowel movements. Constipation is one of the most common gastrointestinal complaints in the United ... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen12th March 2008
Alpinia officinarium, catarrh root, China root, Chinese galangal, Chinese ginger, colic root,East India catarrh root, East India root, galanga, Gao Liang Jiang, gargaut, greater galangal, India root
The word galangal, or its variant galanga is used as ... Read >
Author: Alien12th March 2008
Fumitory has been known since antiquity and was described in herbals from the Middle Ages. The dried or fresh flowering plant the above-ground part is used medicinally. Active components include hydroxycinnamic acid derivatives, flavonoids such as rutin a... Read >
Author: Alien12th March 2008
Fennel was known to the ancient Chinese, Indian, Egyptian, and Greek civilizations. It was in great demand during the Middle Ages. The plant was introduced to North America by Spanish priests and the English brought it to their settlements in Virginia. Al... Read >
Author: Alien12th March 2008
Dong quai dietary supplements are obtained from the roots of Angelica polymorpha. Dong quai extracts contain at least 6 coumarin derivatives including bergapten, osthol, oxy-peucedanin, and psoralen and two furocoumarin derivatives, sen-byak-angelicole an... Read >
Author: Alien21st February 2008
Blue cohosh is derived from the aerial parts of the plant, its roots, and its rhizomes. Pharmacologic effects are attributed to several glycosides and alkaloids, such as caulosaponin and methylcytisine. Caulosaponin is responsible for the herb's oxytocic ... Read >
Author: Alien11th February 2008
Heartburn or pyrosis is a painful or burning sensation in the esophagus. Heartburn is a form of indigestion. Heartburn is a burning feeling in the lower chest, along with a sour or bitter taste in the throat and mouth. It usually occurs after eating a big... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen19th January 2008
Irritable Bowel Syndrome, or IBS, is also known as irritable or spastic colon, and there is no real understanding of why it exists, although it seems to occur when the muscles that line the walls of the intestines and the colon, go into spasm. The muscles... Read >
Author: Alien30th October 2007
The basil is a herbaceous annual culture plant, ramified from the ground, 20-60 cm tall with hairy stems, round-oval leaves and white or reddish flowers.Native to India, basil was held in great reverence and was used by Indians to swear their oaths in cou... Read >
Author: Alien28th August 2007
Since time began, humans have been using herbs to cure illness and maintain good health. They have been gathered from the wild and cultivated domestically, and their benefits cannot be disputed.
Everybody knows about the benefits of the better known h... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer08th August 2007
It is a herbal, aromatic plant, which is cultivated. It grows as high as 40-70 cm in the light, in rich soils and it needs moderate humidity.
Parts used: the bulb, the leaves, the seeds and the roots.
The therapeutic virtues of the anis... Read >
Author: cristi26th July 2007
Aromatherapy is a holistic technique that facilitates equilibrium of physical, mental and spiritual health through essential oils. Aromatherapy crucial oils and essences explore to vitalize and heighten the body's own rejuvenating process so that the body... Read >
Author: hamza13th July 2007
Botanical Name of Wild Yam: Dioscorea villosa
Other Common Names: Colic root, Aluka, China Root Devil's-bones, Mexican Wild Yam, Rheumatism Root, Shan-yao, Wild Yam, Yuma.
Habitat: Wild Yam is native to North and Central America. It has become natur... Read >
Author: Alien11th July 2007
Two natural anti-anxiety herbs used extensively for hundreds of years are Mulungu and Graviola.
Erythrina Mulungu, commonly known by several names such as Mulungu, Murungu, Murungo, Muchocho and so on, is a medium sized tree that grows to a height of 1... Read >
Author: Patricia McDougall05th July 2007
Botanical Name of Chamomile: chamomilla, matricaria recutita, Chamomilla recutita
Other Common Names: Mayweed, scented mayweed, pinheads, pineapple weed, german-hundskamille.
Habitat: This annual herb is originally from Europe but has become natural... Read >
Author: Alien05th July 2007
Botanical Name of Catnip: Nepeta cataria
Other Common Names: Catmint, catnep, catswort, fieldbalm.
Habitat: Catnip is native to the milder climates of Europe and has been naturalized to North America and Asia as well. This herb does well in garden s... Read >
Author: Alien05th July 2007
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The Blue Cohosh Root
Botanical Name of Blue Cohosh: Caulophyllum thalictroides (L).
Other Common Names: Blueberry root, blue ginseng, yellow ginseng, beechdrops, pappoose root, squaw root.
Habitat: Blue cohosh is a perennial herbaceous... Read >
Author: Alien01st July 2007
Ayurveda has been practised for over five thousand years. It is a traditional Indian healing system, which provides an integral, holistic approach. It provides guidance regarding lifestyle and food enabling the sick to recover and providing support to ma... Read >
Author: vincent platania18th June 2007
Many believe that the use of amber to sooth a baby's teething pain is something new but amber necklaces have been used for hundreds, if not thousands, of years in some European and Asian countries. In fact, in Austria, Switzerland and Germany, amber teeth... Read >
Author: Robin OBrien02nd April 2007
Aromatherapy is a holistic approach that facilitates equilibrium of physical, mental and spiritual health through essential oils. Aromatherapy essential oils and essences seek to stimulate and enhance the body's own healing process so that the body is cap... Read >
Author: Nick Mutt01st March 2007
High blood pressure or hypertension is the condition when the blood flow in the arteries and veins is forced under a higher pressure than normal. This can happen due to the weakness of the heart or due to the buildup of cholesterol in the coronary arterie... Read >
Author: Tom alter01st March 2007
Gastritis is a common name for all kinds of inflammation of the inner lining of the stomach, which is known as the mucosa. It is characterized by severe stomach ailments like cramps in the stomach, diarrhea and constipation and even blood with the stools.... Read >
Author: Dr.Anna Hardy27th January 2007
If you suffer from frequent migraine headaches or maybe just once every few months, you know how painful and disruptive a migraine can be. You might have had to call off work early or take the entire day off from work or miss a family social event due t... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer20th January 2007
90% of pregnant women suffer from the dreaded "morning sickness". This is one of the least pleasant aspects of being pregnant and is characterized by extreme nausea and vomiting. Contrary to the name, "morning sickness" doesn’t just strike in the mornin... Read >
Author: Gregory De Villiers07th September 2006
The word "Attar", or oud which can be otherwise called as 'Otto', comes from the Persian word meaning "To smell sweet" . It is the Purest form of perfume that doesn't consist of any alcoholic property or any chemicals. Attar is one of the most volatile oi... Read >
Author: Robert Goldsmith30th July 2006
Lower left abdominal pain is one of the most common and significant musculoskeletal problems in the world. Nearly two-thirds of adults in the world have had experience of abdominal pain; and 2.5 million people have back pain every day of the year.
Low... Read >
Author: dr jack18th April 2006
GraviolaAnnona muricata Synonyms: Annona macrocarpa, A. bonplandiana, A. cearensis, Guanabanus muricatusCommon names: Graviola, soursop, Brazilian paw paw, guanbana, guanbano, guanavana, guanaba, corossol pineux, huanaba, toge-banreisi, durian benggala... Read >
Author: Get Nutri09th April 2006
Noted Herbalist Discusses the Active Mechanisms of Swiss Medica's (OTC BB: SWME) O24 According to Mike Vertolli, who is recognized as one of Canada's foremost herbalists, "Although it is still in its infancy, research of herbal products and essential oil... Read >
Author: James Finch31st December 2005
Are you in love with lavender? If so, you're not alone, as lavender has become the most popular aromatic herb. In fact, in 1999, the "queen of herbs" was named as the "year of lavender!"
As one of the most loved aromatic herbs, lavender has been culti... Read >
Author: Ron King
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