Natural & Alternative Remedies

High blood pressure is a common health problem throughout America. Although it is not a disease in and of itself, high blood pressure is an indicator of an increased risk for other potentially serious health conditions. Statistics indicate that over 75 million Americans suffer from high blood pressure and the problems that can result from this condition.

Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune condition. It causes painful swelling in the joints, particularly the joints of the wrist, hands, and feet. It can also lead to overall feelings of being “unwell,” such as low-grade fever, loss of appetite, and reduced energy levels. It affects over 1.3 million Americans and is most prevalent in women between the ages of 30 and 50.

Ahh turmeric. It’s been adding color, bite, and depth to Eastern inspired foodstuffs for centuries. South Africans cook rice with it. The Vietnamese add it to their traditional crepe-like dish banh xeo. And your favorite curry just wouldn’t quite taste the same without it.

Cod liver oil is commonly taken as a supplement or through the ingestion of cod fish. It’s an abundant source of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin A and vitamin D, all of which have numerous therapeutic potential.

Modern medicine has come a long way since the days of bloodletting and leeching and continues to make incredible advancements every day. Despite the incredible array of effective treatments available to us, “quack cures” that aren’t supported by the scientific method are still commonly used.

The number of things coconut oil can be used for is endless. It can be used in the kitchen, as part of your beauty routine, or as a cleaning aid. Fortunately, you can learn everything you need to know about coconut oil benefits with a search online. Coconut oil is somewhat of a miracle when […]

Pneumonia is a respiratory condition that is caused by an infection of one or both lungs. This is an illness that affects more than a million people each year in the United States.

We all faces anxiety from time to time. It might be an important life change, or just a tough day at the office. Whatever the cause there are many simple ways you can use against fight those nerves.

Mornings are hard enough, and waking up with a pounding headache certainly doesn’t help. While there is no quick fix for a hangover or cure for the effect, we’ve got a couple tricks that’ll help.

We all know a good night of rest can set the tone for your entire day, and even though sleep is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle it often gets overlooked. Busy schedules, late nights, or too many distractions can cause people to get much less sleep than their body requires.