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Treat Yeast Infections With Home And Herbal Remedies

Tuesday, March 22nd, 2011

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Yeast infections are a common and embarrassing problem for many women. The most common treatments on the market for yeast infection include topical and oral treatments such as pills and creams. Even though there are several treatments available on the market, many women have turned to natural and alternative remedies because they are chemical free, natural and cost effective. If you are looking for natural remedies to treat your yeast infection, here are a few suggestions.

Garlic is not only a good herb to use for food, it is also a great remedy for a number of ailments; including yeast infections. To help relieve yeast infections, insert a piece of garlic into the vagina hourly for soothing relief. Commercial garlic tabs are also available to you and if you opt for those, be sure to check to see that the ingredients are natural and pure.

Water that is pure and free of toxins is another good remedy for yeast infections. It reduced the risk of possible infections by washing away the bacteria, excess yeast and sugar that is responsible for yeast infections.

Plain yogurt treats yeast infections by using it either orally and topically. When treating your infection with yogurt, make sure that it is plain and unsweetened because less sugar means that less aggravation brought on by the condition because sugar feeds yeast. It is advisable that you use homemade yogurt because it is the healthiest to use. To treat a yeast infection with yogurt topically, insert it with a tampon or apply it to the genital area. If treating orally, eat the yogurt for good digestion.

Other home remedies for yeast infections include apple cider vinegar with it’s high anti-bacterial content and oregano with it’s capability at fighting bacteria.


Vagi-Soothe for Vaginal Irritation & Yeast Infection

Home And Herbal Remedies For Skin Problems

Tuesday, March 15th, 2011

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You may think that using home and herbal remedies for your skin problems will only make things complicated. Even though it is true on some cases, you must not make light of the potential of these remedies solving your problems at a fraction of the cost.

It is advisable that you see a dermatologist if you are troubled with various skin problems such as acne, burns or bites so you will know the extent of the damage. However, if your financial resources are limited, there are home and herbal remedies that you may want to try.

One of the easiest home remedies for skin problems is vitamin therapy. Vitamins such as niacin, Vitamin E and Vitamin A and very helpful in fighting various skin problems. To combat your skin problems, take at least 100 milligrams (mg) of niacin, 400 mg of vitamin E and 10,000-25,000 international units of vitamin A.

A popular remedy for skin problems is the use of orange peels. Pound an orange peel, add water and apply the mixture to the affected area.

Lemon peels can also help relieve skin problems and it is also one of the easiest. Extract the juice from the lemon and apply the peel directly to the problem areas. Apply the peel daily until you see improvement.

Garlic is a great remedy for a number of problems and it can also help you fight skin problems as well. To help purify your blood stream to make it less prone to bacteria and to have clearer skin, rub raw garlic on the affected area several times a day.

To eliminate persistent blackheads and pimples as well as other skin impurities, apply grated cucumber because it serves as a great toner.

Another popular home remedy in the battle of skin problems is a mixture of coriander or mint juice mixed with turmeric powder. Mix coriander or mint juice with turmeric powder, cleanse the affected area thoroughly and apply to the affected areas at night.

Household Uses For Herbs

Tuesday, March 1st, 2011

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Herbs are very useful, not only for medicinal purposes, but for household uses as well. With the recent ban on numerous drugs, there has also been a revival of herbs and more people have therefore been opting for herbal remedies. If you are considering herbal medicines over synthetic products and chemically produced medicines, you can purchase them at your local drug store or you can also create these remedies at home by following a few simple recipes.

Here are a few common herbs used at home to treat common ailments or to provide relief.

Garlic

As we know, garlic is a common herb that is used for culinary purposes and it is present in most home kitchens. Garlic can also remedy a high level of cholesterol in your blood as well as helping reduce your blood pressure. Continued intake of garlic can also reduce your chances of heart attack and stroke and it can also be a natural antibiotic. It can be sauteed, boiled, roasted or eaten as is.

Peppermint

You may notice that when you are stressed out that your body may react in the form of aches and pains. Peppermint is a common herb that helps with relaxation that is used in aromatherapy. Peppermint tea and peppermint leaves can be found at your local grocery store and it is a very affordable way to help you relax. At the end of a stressful day, drink a cup of peppermint tea and crush the peppermint leaves and directly apply it as balm on painful areas of your body.

Guava Leaf

Other than being a delicious and popular fruit from Philippines, Guava is also known for its wide herbal and medicinal usage. The leaves of the guava are used for treating certain illnesses or wounds. To experience a guava leaves’ antiseptic quality, crush the leaf until it secretes its natural juice and apply it directly onto your skin or infected areas. These leaves will also help avoid further infections on your wound. To help treat tooth decay and gun infections, boil the guava leaves and use as a gargle.
Chinese Honey Suckle

One of the most common herbs in treating intestinal worms in both children and adults is the Chinese Honey Suckle. Remove the mature seeds from the plant and crack them until the insides are revealed. Take approximately 5 to 8 seeds for children and 8 to 12 seeds for adults. Make sure that you are careful while consuming the tougher outer seed layers because it might lead to stomach problems. 

Ringworm Bush

Ringworm bush targets ringworms and other forms of fungal infection. Below is the recipe for this remedy.

1. Wash a substantial amount of leaves of the herb and make sure that they are clean and free of residue.

2. Crush the leaves until the natural juices release.

3. Apply the juice from the leaf to the afflicted areas of the skin.

4. Keep applying the juice to the area until the skin infections are totally gone.
Herbs are very versatile. Not only can they be used to make delicious food and beverages, they can also be used for their active components to provide easy cures for common wounds or illnesses.

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