Slippery elm is an herbal remedy with many proposed uses. It can treat a sore throat and cough or problems that afflict the gastrointestinal tract, such as diarrhea. The University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC) states that slippery elm is…
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Overview Manufacturers of colloidal silver products and equipment used to market colloidal silver as a dietary supplement. Silver isn’t considered an essential element in the human body and there isn’t any proof that it has any function in the body….
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In the 1920s, Rene Caisse, a Canadian public health nurse, developed the formula for Essiac tea. This four-herb concoction later became the world’s most popular alternative cancer treatment. After Caisse’s death in the 1980s, her colleague Dr. Charles Brusch inherited…
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Passive solar energy systems are designed to make use of heat and light from the sun without the need for solar panels or other mechanical devices. Because of their simplicity and their reliance on existing structures, they have several advantages…
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The claims of advertisers make breast enhancement formulas sound so appealing, offering increased breast size with the help of an all-natural product. But these claims often do not match up with reality. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists discourages…
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A clean, green, renewable energy source, solar energy has grown easier to harvest, thanks to technological developments. As solar panels have become more efficient and more reasonably priced, more people are considering solar energy a viable option. Solar energy holds…
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In addition to its reputation as a culinary herb, oregano has medicinal uses for antibiotic, antifungal and anti-inflammatory purposes. Pure oregano oil is cold pressed and steam distilled from wild Origanum vulgare, native to mountainous areas of the Mediterranean. The…
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Ayurvedic herbs have been used to treat women in Indian tradition for centuries, according to Dr. Virender Sodhi, who believes that modern research will prove the effectiveness of ayurvedic medicine. Ayurveda is a holistic medical system that treats each woman’s…
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Nebraska Revised Statutes Chapter 42 sets forth the provisions pertaining to establishing, enforcing and altering child custody orders in the case. The statutory provisions also include the procedures used in child custody cases in Nebraska. Child custody cases are brought…
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Overview Milk thistle, officially known as Silybum marianum, originated in Europe but now grows wild along both North American coasts. It grows so well, in fact, that Oregon and Washington state have declared it a noxious weed and encourage its…
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Chronic stress can lead to serious health and emotional concerns. A healthy solution to reduce stress hormones and effectively deal with the body’s response to stress is exercise. During exercise, the body releases feel-good chemicals called endorphins. These chemicals, coupled…
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Illinois Compiled Statutes Chapter 750 governs divorces in Illinois. The statutory scheme sets forth the types of divorce proceedings you can pursue in Illinois as well as the general procedures used to file and pursue a divorce in the state….
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Solar power provides less than 1 percent of America’s energy needs, according to NationalAtlas.gov. With energy reserves depleted and the cost of energy soaring, it would make sense to make better use of the technology, but solar power carries with…
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Overview Homeopathic medicine is based on the principle that like cures like, meaning that if you take a minuscule dosage of something that causes your symptoms, it will cure those symptoms. Western science has not been able to explain why…
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Aluminum scrap consists of aluminum and other metals that determine each product’s texture, hardness and strength. Listed as the second-most-recycled metal in the world by Action Recycling Center of Wheatridge, Colo., aluminum has several uses. Recycling items that contain aluminum…
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Grandparents’ visitation rights have become an issue with the amount of divorce. Some grandparents may not be allowed to see their grandchildren if they do not have a good relationship with the parents. In certain states there are grandparent laws…
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Overview Plastic bottles are unavoidable and unfortunately, trashcans are still the most convenient way to dispose of them. But our garbage is piling up. The EPA reports that since 1960, American trash production has almost tripled. With some effort, it…
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People have used thyme and fenugreek both as spices and medicinally for centuries. The herbs have their own unique uses, including treating ailments ranging from coughs to diabetes. Thyme is used for its volatile oil or its dried leaves and…
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Going green means that you are living in a way that minimizes risks to the your environment and your health by using practices that prevent pollution and encourage sustainability. Many people have already gone green in their homes, and are…
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Ginger is a natural root that has been used for hundreds of years in traditional Chinese medicine. It is popular as a seasoning because of its sweet flavor, but is also used medicinally for a number of reasons, including nausea,…
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Radon exposure is highly toxic and dangerous to your health. In fact, the U.S. Surgeon General issued a national health advisory regarding radon exposure in 2005. Radon is a colorless and odorless gas, which makes it extremely difficult to detect….
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Blood glucose, or “blood sugar,” levels are indicators of how well your body processes carbohydrates and sugars. Often, high blood glucose levels indicate a risk of or diagnosis of diabetes. Many different herbs can help your to lower your blood…
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Many plants used traditionally in natural and folk medicine grew wild long before they were cultivated for medicinal use. Still today, many do not realize the plants and flowers growing along roadsides or used in landscaping have value beyond aesthetics….
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Overview Employee wellness programs are employer-sponsored health programs designed to improve employee health, foster company loyalty and reduce spending for health care benefits. In 2008, national health care costs exceeded $2.3 trillion, or $7,500 per person. Employers now view workers…
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Soil tends to be more than dirt–it houses minerals and nutrients that are vital for growing vegetation, particularly edible foods. Soil pollution is a major point of concern for many farmers, since farming tends to rob the soil of nutrients…
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Child custody laws in the Tennessee are set forth in Tennessee Code, Title 36, Chapter 6. The statutes pertaining to child custody in Tennessee govern all aspects of minor custody. These include establishing and enforcing custody orders as well as…
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Rather than using gas or electricity to provide you and your family with hot water, solar water heaters use energy from the sun. According to the Florida Energy Extension Service, a solar water heating system can meet 70 to 90…
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There’s are a multitude of reasons, both large and small, to reduce plastic bag consumption. If the amount of money wasted on putting plastic bags into landfills doesn’t get to you, images of sea turtles dying after swallowing the bags…
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According to Solar Energy Power, solar energy is one of the many technologies being evaluated more and more as an alternate energy source. Various forms of solar panels enable us to capture and harness the sun’s light and heat have…
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Overview A hybrid vehicle has both an electric motor and a gasoline-powered engine. It runs on electric power at lower speeds, but at higher speeds–or when the batteries get low–the gas engine kicks in to provide more power and to…
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