Herbs are a staple in cooking, adding flavor and depth to a dish, but some of them also offer health benefits. A study by the University of Rochester found that 79 percent of the teens they surveyed between the ages of 14 and 19 made use of...
A facial massage combines lymph massage, Swedish massage and pressure point techniques. The therapist uses gentle, even strokes to manipulate superficial layers of skin, muscle and connective tissue. The Center for Complementary and Alternative...
Women who choose to breastfeed their babies commit their time and energy to making them as healthy as possible. Breast milk is the most nutritious food for a baby. Yet, when babies go through growth spurts or a woman returns to work, it can be...
Goldenseal is an herb indigenous to North America. According to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, goldenseal plants are endangered in the wild, but are grown commercially in farms. The extracts of the roots are used...
Homeopathy is an approach to healing that uses the body's natural defenses to cure itself (unlike conventional medicine, which uses opposing substances to suppress your body's symptoms). According to the National Center for Complementary and...
Diabetes is a serious condition that involves high levels of glucose, or sugar in the bloodstream. The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine explains that people with diabetes either don't make enough insulin or cannot use the...
If you suffer from a variety of medical conditions such as heart and blood vessel disease, poor blood flow, a previous heart attack or stroke or replacement heart valves, your physician may require you to take a medication to thin your blood....
Several factors, including stress, medication, menopause and medical conditions like polycystic ovarian syndrome can your body's estrogen levels. While no over-the-counter supplements contain true estrogen, several medicinal herbs include...
Aloe vera comes from the aloe plant and its use dates back to ancient Egypt. Research has shown aloe vera gel to be effective for treatment of minor burns and abrasions, according to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine....
Eight out of ten Americans will experience back pain at some point in their lives, advises MedlinePlus. The pain may range from dull and achy to sharp pain. Acute back injuries usually resolve themselves in a range from days to weeks; chronic back...
Although it's a commonly used herb today, humans have known about the benefits of aloe for centuries. According to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, early Egyptians depicted aloe vera on stone carvings thousands of...
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease that attacks the joints in the body. The wrists, fingers and feet are the most commonly affected areas. While there are many conventional medical treatments available for the symptoms of RA, the...
Thistle is a wild plant that comes in two forms for medicinal use. The first is blessed thistle, which Medline Plus notes can be used to stimulate appetite and digestion. The second is milk thistle, which the National Center for Complementary and...
Gastritis is the inflammation of the lining of the stomach. Gastritis is mainly caused by Helicobacter pylori bacterium, according to University of Maryland Medical Center. Probiotics are live microorganisms that are similar to microoragnims found...
Agnus castus, also known as chaste tree, is a fragrant perennial shrub that bears a fleshy fruit. According to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, Agnus castus has been used for thousands of years by women for the...
Flax seeds come from the flax plant, which commonly grows throughout the northwest United States and Canada. The seeds contain high levels of soluble fiber, as well as omega-3 fatty acids. The seeds contain a subtle, nutty flavor and slight crunch...
Chair massage involves structured techniques for massaging a seated client over her clothing. According to the Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals website, an average chair massage session lasts 15 to 30 minutes, costs $1 per minute...
Chest congestion is a symptom of the common cold or bronchitis. In either case, a virus attacks the lining of the bronchial tubes, causing swelling and overproduction of mucus. Herbal remedies offer relief by reducing the symptoms associated with...
According to the National Institutes of Health National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, interest in herbal supplements is increasing. In 2007, approximately 38 percent of U.S. adults reported using some form of complementary and...
Probiotics, also known as friendly bacteria, are live bacteria that are similar to the beneficial microorganisms found in the human gut, according to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Probiotics are used to treat and...
Bach Rescue Remedy is a popular over-the-counter supplement designed to treat the symptoms associated with panic, depression, anxiety and other mild psychiatric disturbances. According to a systematic review by Edzar Ernst, a proponent of...
Rescue Remedy, a popular over-the-counter anxiety treatment made from highly distilled "flower essences," generally causes no side effects beyond placebo. According to a systematic review by Edzar Ernst, Rescue Remedy contains no pharmacologically...
Claroxan, produced by Pacific Health in Bellingham, Washington, is a non-FDA approved health supplement targeting those concerned with the quality of their vision, according to the Claroxan site. The supplement is mainly sold online through a...
Estrogen refers to a group of hormones produced in both the female and male body. These hormones are required for normal growth and development of female sexual characteristics and reproduction. According to "Healthy Women," the role of estrogen...
Flatulence, also called passing gas, is the natural result of normal digestion as gas produced during digestion passes out of your rectum. Most of the time, this gas is odorless. Some foods, however, are more difficult to digest, so you may feel...
Weight loss through Ayurveda incorporates a lifestyle change instead of encompassing a fad diet or unrealistic weight loss plan. Ayurvedic medicine originated in India thousands of years ago and is considered complementary or alternative to...
Probiotics are live bacteria, similar to those found in the human gastrointestinal tract, and are also known as "the good bacteria," according to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Probiotic supplements can be found in...
Hoodia gordonii, a cactus-like plant found in the Kalahari Desert, is thought to work as a natural appetite suppressant and, thus, spur weight loss. The plant contains a chemical called P57 that may help decrease hunger feelings. There is no...
Allium sativum, more commonly referred to as garlic, is a widely used ingredient in cooking. Whether you use fresh or dehydrated garlic, the pungent and flavorful herb can enhance your dish. According to the National Center for Complementary and...
