Cayenne peppers, often used for hot and spicy seasoning, can give you a burning sensation when you eat them. The hot, spicy taste comes from a substance in the pepper called capsaicin, known to reduce pain when applied topically. Eating cayenne pepper may provide health benefits, including the improvement of digestion and relieving intestinal gas or flatulence. In some cases, however, too much cayenne pepper might cause intestinal problems.
A variety of remedies can treat stomach maladies. Depending on the condition, you may already have one treatment in your pantry: lemon-lime soda. Lemon-lime soda has a long history of use in easing upset stomachs. For temporary...
Liver and gallbladder dysfunction often lead to the formation of gallstones, which can block the biliary ducts and cause inflammation and pain. Certain herbs consumed as tea can reduce inflammation and stimulate liver and gallb...
Croup is a common childhood illness that is identified by a persistent barking cough. Croup is usually caused by a virus. Most cases are not serious and can often be treated at home. Many parents question if it is suitable to f...
Nilgiri oil, also known as eucalyptus oil, is an ingredient often used in over-the-counter cold remedies and cough syrups. Many people use eucalyptus as a treatment for relieving congestion due to colds, flu, sinusitis and bron...
When your child has allergies, her airways may become so constricted that she feels as if she is breathing through a straw. If allergies affect your child’s ability to breathe, you can take steps to open her airways and i...
Sushi ginger, also known as pickled ginger or gari, is an ingredient in making sushi and also can serve as a form of antacid when you have an attack of indigestion. Sushi ginger is pickled so it lasts longer in your refrigerat...
Although the term "mammary glands" is sometimes used to refer to the breast in general, it is actually a more specific term for the gland that produces milk in females. Proper nutrition can play a key role in developi...
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