Tulsi, also known as tulasi, holy basil and Ocimum sanctum, is a fragrant shrub with purplish flowers native to the tropics. It’s been used for thousands of years in South Asia and by Ayurvedic medicine as a medicinal plant, with…
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Overview The liver is the largest internal organ in the body, and it has a number of vital functions. Some of its tasks include cleansing the body of toxins (such as alcohol), producing bile that helps digest food and producing…
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Overview Adoption is an ultimate act of love that offers a child in need of a home a loving family. If you are considering adoption, there are many government agencies that offer resources and can connect you with children in…
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Overview Sociopaths, which are individuals suffering from antisocial personality disorder, are not common. According to the Mayo Clinic, only 3 to 5 percent of men and just 1 percent of women are afflicted by the disorder. Sociopathic individuals are unaffected…
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Overview According to the National Institutes of Health, Americans use meditation as a complementary treatment for various conditions, including anxiety, pain, insomnia and depression. With regular practice, meditation can help you maintain focus, manage stress, experience life more directly and…
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Overview Reflexology is a holistic medicine practice that involves massaging the hands and feet, and sometimes the ears. Practitioners maintain that the areas they massage contain reflex points that form a map of the body, and by using finger and…
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Abilify (aripiprazole) is an anti-psychotic drug. According to Drugs.com, Abilify is used to treat the symptoms of psychotic conditions such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder (manic depression), major depressive disorder, and symptoms of aggression and mood swings in autistic children…
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Ginger is an herbal supplement derived from the root of the Zingiber officinale plant. In addition to its culinary uses, ginger has a variety of medicinal effects that may be helpful for certain health conditions. It is often brewed into…
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Chelation therapy is a natural therapy used in removing high levels of heavy metals in the blood and in some instances of chemical poisoning. Chelation can be administered either orally or intravenously. The amino acids used in chelation are sodium…
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If left unchecked, stress can lead to a variety of additional health problems, including insomnia, intestinal issues, and more. If you’re currently under a large amount of stress, it’s important that you learn coping skills to manage it in a…
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When you are pregnant, the foods and medications that you take, your baby takes in as well. The same is true when you are breastfeeding–whatever enters your system can pass along to your milk supply and to your baby. If…
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Overview Breathing exercises are effective ways to relieve stress and anxiety by evoking your relaxation response, according to Dr. Jeanne Segal. In addition to their calming physical effects, meditation teachers have also linked breathing exercises to their calming and focusing…
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Overview There are several advantages to filing your individual income tax return electronically instead of mailing a paper return. E-filing your tax returns offers a more convenient way to file taxes, and if you don’t feel qualified to do your…
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There are at least nine different varieties of angelica plant in popular use, according to Michael Murray, N.D., in his book “The Pill Book Guide to Natural Medicines.” Angelica is grown and used in regions such as Asia, Europe and…
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Overview If you are want to adopt an American baby, the domestic infant adoption laws and regulations can feel overwhelming to you and your spouse, as if you were navigating a boxwood-hedge labyrinth. But if you are persistent and patient,…
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Everyone sometimes needs a safe harbor from the stresses of the day. Melinda Wenner, a science writer for “Scientific American” magazine, reports that stress can blunt the potency of flu shots, slow healing of wounds and injuries and severely trouble…
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Ginger is a tuber commonly used in Asian and Indian cuisine that has medicinal values, as well. It is often used as a spice to add sweetness to a variety of foods, drinks, candies and sauces and is used fresh,…
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Prolonged exposure to toxins in food, air, soil and medicines affects the human liver. In general, healthy people do not need to pursue any liver-detoxifying herbal regimens. However, the occasional use of liver-cleansing herbal supplements may help to prevent certain…
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Overview A cornerstone of traditional Chinese medicine is the use of herbs. Practitioners believe that they can heal and prevent disease by influencing the body’s yin and yang energy patterns—concepts that do not exist in conventional Western medicine. Present-day Chinese…
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Overview Milk thistle or silymarin (Silybum marianum) is an herb that has been used for centuries to treat diseases of the liver. Results have been mixed, but the University of Maryland Medical Center says that numerous studies show at least…
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It can be hard to get the kids away from the TV and video games and get them physically active, but it is important. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that children get at least 60 minutes of…
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1. Think About the Bathroom Depending on the person you’re installing safety devices in a home to prevent injuries for, you may have to install bars around the toilet, shower and bathtub. Get these bars professionally installed since they may…
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Essential oils have been used in aromatherapy for centuries to create specific moods or treat certain ailments. Aromatherapy is a holistic healing art that utilizes essential oils in oil diffusers, incense, perfumes, massage oil and the bath to promote well-being…
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Stress is present in everyone’s life, but the root of stress and anxiety can be different for everyone. The workplace, home life and financial burdens are some of the most common routes through which stress can affect a person. In…
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Lemon balm–contrary to its name–has no relationship with the lemon fruit grown on lemon trees. It is actually an herb belonging to the mint family which produces flowering heads that have a lemon smell when crushed. Lemon balm has been…
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Epsom salt is a naturally occurring pure mineral compound of magnesium and sulfate. According to SaltWorks, it is named for a bitter saline spring at Epsom in Surrey, England, and can be used to ease stress and relax the body,…
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1. Put it on Your Calendar Spend quality time with elderly family members on a regular basis. In fact, make a recurring date on your calendar to take your great uncle out to lunch. Although you can’t confuse quantity with…
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When used properly, medicinal herbs are sometimes safer than their pharmaceutical counterparts. Low doses of most medicinal herbs are associated with relatively few side effects or drug interactions. However, individuals with liver disease should approach medicinal herbs with extreme caution…
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From scenting household cleaning products to making a delicious citrus beverage, lemon has many different uses. Although lemon scent, flavoring and juice are normal parts of daily life, lemon essential oil shares the same degree of popularity. Derived from cold…
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For more than 4,000 years, traditional Chinese and Japanese medicine have included Ganoderma lucidum as a remedy to promote longevity and treat asthma, cough, fatigue and liver disorders, according to Drugs.com. More commonly known as reishi or Lingzhi, this large,…
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