History of Slippery Elm
Slippery elm has traditionally been used among Native Americans for several medicinal purposes
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History of Slippery Elm
Thursday, May 13th, 2010History of Aloe Vera an Ancient Plant
Monday, May 10th, 2010History of Aloe Vera an Ancient Plant
Aloe is a popular medicinal plant that is used medicinally around the world. Ancient Egyptian texts describe its use for skin conditions. It has a historical use in China, India, Europe, and North America. It has anti-inflammatory effects when applied topically and taken internally. It also contains 20 amino acids that help with tissue repair.
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History of Licorice Root
Thursday, May 6th, 2010History of Licorice Root
Licorice root is the most common herb used in traditional Chinese medicine. Approximately 50 percent of Chinese combination herbal formulas contain licorice root (although the Chinese species is a different species from the Western version, they have similar tastes and medicinal effects). It has an anti-inflammatory effect on the lining of the digestive tract and supports the turnover of healthy intestinal cells. It has also been shown to heal sores of the mouth caused by chemotherapy.
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History. Phenylephrine and Pseudoephedrine
Wednesday, March 17th, 2010History. Phenylephrine and Pseudoephedrine
Phenylephrine and pseudoephedrine are both decongestants. Historically, pseudoephedrine has been the more commonly used decongestant in many nonprescription cold and allergy medications. However, pseudoephedrine is also a key ingredient in making methamphetamine, a highly addictive illegal stimulant. Federal law now requires all nonprescription medications containing pseudoephedrine to be unavailable over the counter and kept behind the counter in the pharmacy. To purchase pseudoephedrine, one must show some form of government-issued identification and sign a logbook. Most products have been or are being reformulated with phenylephrine.
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The Sinus Fungal Infection
Thursday, March 11th, 2010The Sinus Fungal Infection
The Mayo Clinic has conducted studies demonstrating an association between sinus fungal infection and chronic sinusitis. Nasal steroidal sprays destroy the good flora of the nasal cavity, which predisposes one to a fungal infection of the sinus. One such study looked at the ability to test for sinus fungal infections in 54 patients who had a history of chronic sinusitis. Researchers found that with one of the testing methods, 100 percent of participants tested positive for fungus, while with another testing method, 76 percent showed signs of fungus.
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Natural Alternatives to Acne Drugs. Tea Tree Oil
Monday, February 15th, 2010The History of Tea Tree Oil
Sunday, February 14th, 2010The History of Tea Tree Oil
Tea tree oil (Melaleuca alternifolia), also known as cajeput oil, has a long history of use in Australia. The leaves of the Australian Melaleuca alternifolia tree contain this medicinal oil. Scientific investigations of tea tree oil began in the city of Sydney back in 1922. A government researcher had noticed that the oils were antiseptic yet nontoxic. Tea tree oil was used by the Australian army during World War II. Today, researchers have found over 100 chemicals in tea tree oil. It is used topically for skin conditions other than acne such as fungal infections, warts, cuts, burns, and gingivitis. It is available as an oil, a cream, a gel, a soap, and other topical applications.