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Posts Tagged ‘remedies’
Fri, September 12, 2008 8:03 am By James Coolridge  Printer friendly version
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 Back is an important organ that bears the entire body weight.
Backache is a rather common condition and often seems to be the only disturbing symptom in people otherwise in reasonably good health. It is second only to the common cold as the most common cause of work absenteeism.
MAIN CAUSES OF BACKACHE
1. Most backache patients suffer from cervical or lumbar spondylosis, which is a degenerative disorder in which the vertebral bone or the intervertebral disc becomes soft and loses shape. As a result of this, the spine loses its flexibility.
2. Inactive living habits and hazardous work patterns
3. Muscular tension, joint strain, poor posture, incorrect nutrition and lack of exercise
4. Emotional stress, which brings about spasm of the muscle
5. Arthritis
6. Obesity could lead to strain on the back and result in back pain
HOMEOPATHY TREATMENT
Homeopathy treats the problem holistically by reducing the frequency and intensity of pain, improving back flexibility, reducing dependency on painkillers and increasing work productivity.Stretcing or lifting of heavy weights should be avoided. A firm mattress used for sleeping may be helpful.
Many homeopathic physicians suggest that remedies be used as follows: Take one dose and wait for a response. If improvement is seen, continue to wait and let the remedy work. If improvement lags significantly or has clearly stopped, another dose may be taken. The frequency of dosage varies with the condition and the individual. Sometimes a dose may be required several times an hour; other times a dose may be indicated several times a day; and in some situations, one dose per day (or less) can be sufficient.If no response is seen within a reasonable amount of time, select a different remedy.
HOME REMEDIES
• Proper rest is very important for backache cure. Rest flat on your back for at least 2-4 hours
• Do not bend your back or shoulders while picking up something from the ground. Bend your knee and then pick it up.
• Garlic oil massaged on the back will give great relief.
• Massage your back with mint oil gently
• One of the most effective remedy treating backache is doing Yoga and Pranayama.
• Juice of one lemon mixed with common salt should be given to the patient twice daily
• Apply a heating pad where the back hurts
• For lower back pain: eat nuts daily
• Application of raw potato in the form of poultice also reduces backache
The above listed remedies are easy to follow. But before following any of these consult your general physician.
Tags: causes, remedies, homeopathy
Fri, September 5, 2008 6:52 am By James Coolridge
 Damage inflicted on the body as the direct or indirect result of an external force, with or without disruption of structural continuity is said to be an injury or wound. In other words it is the damage or harm caused to the structure or function of the body caused by an outside agent or force, which may be physical or chemical.
Injuries can be minor like a nick or major like bullet shot wounds, which may prove to be fatal. Burns, fractures, wounds, bites, toxic inhalation etc. are all common examples of injury.
Sprains and injuries are a normal part of life. If neglected might lead to infections and wounds may become septic. Hence, they should be treated immediately
HOME REMEDIES FOR SPRAINS
• Massage the area of sprain with mustard oil and then sprinkle some turmeric powder on it.
• Put 1 tablespoon of black coffee in a bandage and bandage the foot sprain.
Sprains usually occur because of excessive stretching or tearing of a ligament, which is one of those tough bands of elastic-like tissue attached to a joint.
Skin wounds or injuries, like cuts, abrasions, and punctures, are often marked by bleeding, swelling, pain, and if infected, by pus formation. Bacteria and foreign elements that penetrate the skin through the skin tear can cause infections and hamper the body’s capability to heal the wound.
REMEDIES FOR WOUNDS
A powerful natural antifungal and antibacterial remedy, grapefruit-seed extract can be used to reduce pain and promote the healing of skin wounds.
Application of old coconut oil (not fresh oil) heals wounds and burns quickly.
Ground or chewed and then applied to a wound, dandelion and chickweed leaves have been known to heal skin cuts and punctures.
Camphor (‘Kapur’ in Hindi) is powdered, pasted in ghee and applied over the affected area to relieve pain and inflammation.
Famous for its disinfecting properties, tree-tea oil applied three times day can help kill germs, dissolve pus, and heal skin wounds.
A most popular remedy to arrest bleeding in fresh wounds is to plug the site with some turmeric (haldi) powder. Quick lime can also be added to turmeric to hasten the effect.
Paste the leaves of Bael (Bel) leaves without adding water. Apply this on pus-oozing wounds to get relief.
Boil aloe leaves and take the fleshy part of the inside of the leaves to use as a poultice over wounds.
However before following any of the remedies you should consult your physician. And it mandatory to consult your doctor if the wounds are major, near joints or the groin, contains a foreign object, or is not healing promptly.
Tags: injury, remedies, wounds, Sprains
Thu, September 4, 2008 6:36 am By James Coolridge
Persons suffering from anorexia may refuse to eat and suffer from insomnia. In course of time, emaciation becomes severe.
 People with anorexia often deny having a problem; the truth is that anorexia is a serious and potentially deadly eating disorder. More importantly, it is also a psychological disorder. Anorexia is a condition that goes beyond out-of-control dieting. Fortunately, recovery is possible. With proper treatment and support, you or someone you care about can break anorexia’s self-destructive pattern and regain your health and happiness.
The key features of anorexia are:
• Refusal to sustain a minimally normal body weight
• Intense fear of gaining weight, despite being underweight
• Distorted view of one’s body or weight, or denial of the dangers of one’s low weight
Major risk factors for anorexia
• Body dissatisfaction
• Dieting
• Low self-esteem
• Perfectionism
• Childhood sexual abuse
• Family history of eating disorders
Symptoms
• Weight loss (achieved via restricting food or purging it): A person with anorexia will lose weight because, by definition, she refuses to maintain or achieve a body weight of 85% of the expected weight for her age and height.
• Interruption of the menstrual cycle.
• Bone loss (osteoporosis)
• Extra sensitivity to cold
• Bloated stomach after eating (since the stomach loses its ability to deal with a normal quantity of food at one sitting)
• Fine hair growth on the skin in response to the body’s need for warmth
• Yellowed skin
• Thinning hair
• Dizziness or fainting
• Brittle nails
• Constipation
• Dry skin
• Low blood pressure
• Dehydration
FEW HOME REMEDIES
o Eating about 2-3 fresh oranges daily increases appetite
o Garlic is considered the wonder drug that increases appetite
o Eating raw tomatoes is also effective
o Consume at least one apple on a daily basis.
o Take 1 cup water and boil 2-3 cloves in it. Strain and then add on the juice of ½ a lime to this and drink 2 times a day, for a week.
o Warm water enema and application of ice bags on the stomach.
You should always avoid taking excess of alcohol and refrain from smoking, as these are the agents that increase your chances of suffering from anorexia.
So to do away with this disorder, you should follow a good diet chart that includes every nutritious food and avoid taking unnecessary stress and tension. For, proper cleansing of your digestive tract is the only solution to free yourself from anorexia. Regular exercising also helps a great deal in curing anorexia.
Tags: symptoms, causes, remedies, Anorexia
Tue, September 2, 2008 6:19 am By James Coolridge
 Constipation is defined as having a bowel movement fewer than three times per week. With constipation stools are usually hard, dry, small in size, and difficult to eliminate. Some people who are constipated find it painful to have a bowel movement and often experience straining, bloating, and the sensation of a full bowel.However, it means different things to different people. For some people, it simply means infrequent stools, while on the other hand for others, it means hard stools. The cause of each of these “types” of constipation probably is different.
Constipation is a symptom, not a disease. Almost everyone experiences constipation at some point in their life. Most constipation is temporary and not serious. It is produced due to indigestion .It is a common gastrointestinal condition
Common Causes of Constipation
• Inadequate water intake.
• Inadequate fiber in the diet.
• Medications.
• Irritable bowel syndrome.
• Problems with the colon and rectum.
• Problems with intestinal function
• Lack of exercise.
• Changes in life or routine such as pregnancy, older age, and travel.
• Abuse of laxatives.
Symptoms can include:
• Infrequent bowel movements and/or difficulty having bowel movements.
• Swollen abdomen or abdominal pain.
• Pain.
• Vomiting.
• Mouth ulcer
• Bad breath
• Nausea
• Headache
• Coated tongue
• Dullness on skin
HOME REMEDIES
• Carrot juice mixed with spinach juice gives immediate relief.
• 2-4 teaspoonfuls of castor oil
• Daily intake of guava empty stomach is also beneficial
• Drinking hot water with sour lime juice and half a teaspoon of salt
• Dates along with milk
• Half cup cabbage juice twice daily
• Add plenty of fruits, vegetables and salads in your diet
• Mix 2tsp of husk seed (isabgol) in half a cup of hot milk
• Ginger tea is also an effective measure
• Eat papaya before breakfast everyday
• A common Ayurvedic medicine Triphala Churna It is a powder made by grinding three kinds of herbs. A teaspoon of this powder taken with warm water or milk at the time going to bed is beneficial.
• The fruit of the bael(Aegle marmelos) is also an effective remedy
Now as you know all the causes, symtoms, and home remedies do not panic if you suffer from constipation. All the above remedies are effective but kindly consult your general physician before following any of them. You need to be a little cautious before following any of the above.
Tags: symptoms, causes, remedies, constipation
Sun, August 31, 2008 8:31 am By James Coolridge
 The ears, nose and throat are closely connected, which is why they are often dealt with by the same medical expert. The science of dealing with problems of the ear, nose and throat is called otolaryngology; the practitioner is an otolaryngologist.
There are many different types of ear problems. For example, ear pain may be caused by infections of the tonsils, jaw or sinuses. Chronic infection, for example, glue ear, can cause hearing loss that can affect learning and lifestyle, and exposure to loud noise can also damage hearing.. Middle ear infection is also known as otitis media or glue ear.
What are the symptoms of middle ear infection?
The main symptom is an earache. It can be mild, or it can hurt a lot. Babies and young children may be fussy. They may have trouble sleeping and also have fever.
You may see thick, yellow fluid coming from their ears. This happens when the eardrum bursts and the fluid flows out. This is not serious and usually makes the pain go away. The eardrum usually heals on its own. They may have trouble hearing, but their hearing usually returns to normal after the fluid is gone. It may take weeks for the fluid to drain away.
Causes of ear infections
Outer ear infections can spread from general skin infections, or might just happen on your ear. They can be caused by:
• Viruses like herpes,
• Bacteria or
• Fungi, which causes thrush.
Inner ear infections are often caused by:
• Common cold, which spreads through the tube that connects your ears and nose
• Common childhood illnesses such as measles, or
• By getting water in your ear when you have a burst eardrum.
Natural Remedies for Ear Aches
Before antibiotics, parents used home remedies to treat the pain of ear infections.
• Drops of tea tree oil may be beneficial. This herbal treatment has mild anti-bacterial properties, but it may irritate the skin.
• Studies have reported that Otikon, an extract made of various plants, including garlic is an effective anesthetic in treating the pain associated with ear infections. Plants contained in Otikon may have side effects.
• Due to the high risk of burns, ear candles should not be used to remove wax from ears. There is no evidence to indicate that these candles are safe or effective for treatment.
• High fever, severe pain, or other signs of complications should warrant immediate attention by a medical professional.
• Using, ear dropper put 2-3 drops of basil(tulsi leaves) in the infected ear
• Onion juice also relieves ear infections and pain.
• Jetun(olive)oil few drops of olive oil can clear the obstruction in the Eustachian tube and the earwax can easily be moved out of the ear.
Most of the ear infections and aches can be prevented by keeping ears clean using ear buds and keeping the ears dry using soft cotton fabrics. However before following any of the above remedies the otolaryngologist should be consulted to avoid further infections.
Tags: symptoms, causes, remedies, ear infections
Fri, August 29, 2008 2:20 pm By James Coolridge
 Sunburn is a burn to living tissue such as skin produced by overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, commonly from the sun’s rays.
Repeated sun exposure and suntans cause premature aging of the skin. Repeated sunburns increase the risk of skin cancer in the damaged area. Each blistering sunburn doubles the risk of developing malignant melanoma, which is the most serious type of skin cancer. Sunburn occurs because the body is unable to make enough melanin (protective pigment in the skin) to protect the skin.
Usual mild symptoms in humans and animals are red or reddish skin that is hot to the touch, general fatigue, and mild dizziness. An excess of UV-radiation can be life-threatening.
Symptoms of sunburn
• Scaling
• Pain
• Swelling
• Skin tenderness
• Blisters
• Fever
• Chills
• Shock
• Exfoliation
• Nausea or vomiting or both
Remedies for Sunburn
You can protect your skin by wearing sunscreen, hats and clothes that cover your body. Sunscreens absorb ultraviolet light, thus reducing the amount of UV light that reaches the skin.
1. The sun is most intense between 10am and 3pm so avoid exposure to sun during these hours.
2. Clouds don’t block UV radiation. To avoid getting burned on overcast days, wear sunscreen.
3. Wear UV filtering sunglasses to protect your eyes.
4. Use lip balm with sunscreen to protect lips from burning.
5. Use a sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or higher. Apply to the skin whenever you go outside or ride in the car, apply it to all exposed areas 30minutes before going outside.
6. Boil lettuce leaves for ten minutes, strain off and chill the water (cool, not cold) and apply it to burned skin. Some dermatologists also recommend this.
7. Eat lots of lean and high quality protein foods. Also include raw fruits to supply the vitamins and minerals needed.
8. To relief a sunburn pain apply over the affected area cool water compresses or fill a bathtub with cold water and dissolve one pound of baking soda or oatmeal in it. Soak in the bath for 30 minutes approximately, until you feel relieve.
Sunburns can be avoided by using sunscreens with the right amount of SPF that goes along with your skin. However before using any products or following any of the remedies one should consult his/her dermatologist.
Tags: remedies, suntan, sunscreens, lipbalms, sunglasses
Wed, August 27, 2008 2:11 pm By James Coolridge
 Sore Throat is an inflammation of throat caused by a viral infection, and often develops with a cold or the flu. It occurs frequently when a person has a cold or an attack of influenza. It can also be said that sore throat is discomfort, pain or scratchiness in the throat. A sore throat often makes it painful to swallow. It is a common disorder of the throat and can occur at any time during any season, time and place
Why home remedies?
They are less expensive than other alternative forms of medicine. They do not cause any reactions or side effects. However, the solutions may vary from individual to individual.
HOME REMIDIES FOR SORE THROAT
• Gargling is the best remedy for sore throat. Put four teaspoons of salt in a liter of water. Warm the water, but not too much. Gargle with this water for fifteen minutes.
• The juice extracted from the bark of mango tree is very useful in treating any kind of throat problem. Gargle with lukewarm water containing juice extracted from the bark of mango tree. Add a teaspoon of its extract in a glass of lukewarm water.
• Take 1 gm of cinnamon and boil it in a cup of water. Now you may take this mixture 3-4 times daily, after adding some honey to it.
• Chamoline is good remedy and will help the patient to ease pain and reduce inflammation. Chamomile tea is particularly effective in treating pain because of its soothing nature, and can be taken by all age groups.
• Lemon juice, honey and water-Add lemon juice (from one lemon) some honey, to a glass of hot water. Now you may drink this drink, it will help to sooth your throat and make your feel better.
• Heat glass milk; add less than 1tsp of turmeric and sugar. Drink while warm.
• Avoid oily and fried foods as they are extremely aggravating for this condition.
• Avoid foods with a cold propensity such as cucumbers, bananas, watermelons, papayas, etc.
• Flavor your food with spices such as ginger, black pepper, salt and garlic.
• Give your throat lots of rest, and try not to speak
Individuals can go in for the above mentioned remedies but it is advisable to consult your general physician before following any.
Tags: cure, remedies, Throat infection
Mon, July 21, 2008 10:12 am By Brett Roberts
 People, who are confronted with permanent back pain, will tell you that they take some form of medication. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are often prescribed by doctors to people who have back pain problems. These medications are muscle relaxant so that the muscles can relax and stop the tension.
If the muscle relaxers are not showing the expected results, people opt for physical therapy. They often start physical therapy while still taking the prescribed medicines.
Different techniques are adopted by different physical therapists. Some opt for ultrasound, while others may go for ice, heat or electrical stimulation. A therapist looks which technique yields the best results uses for the best method for the patients with particular back pain problem.
During the process of electrical stimulation, a weak electrical current is sent from a unit through the skin in to nerve pathways. This method has become popular and many have seen positive results. However, electrical stimulation doesn’t work for all kinds of back pain.
Surgery is the last resort for back pain treatment. Laminectomy, laminotomy and intradiscal electrothermal therapy are the common surgical options for back pain treatment. Laminectomy is a type of surgery where a part of the vertebra, the spinal column bony part, is removed. In electrothermal therapy, a needle is inserted into the disc through a catheder.
When it comes to making a decision about what treatment you should get for your back pain, it is better to consult your doctor. Your doctor’s advice is most important.
Tags: pain, remedies, doctor, back
Wed, June 25, 2008 1:27 pm By James Coolridge
 Curcumin is an active ingredient of turmeric. Many scientific studies have proved that curcumin is very effective in curing cancer. Curcumin also heals arthritis, acid reflux, acne, allergies and even cholesterol. Hence, it can be said that curcumin is anti-tumor, anti-oxidant, anti-arthritic, anti-amyloid and anti-inflammatory in nature.
The chemical name of curcumin is diferuloylmethane. Scientists have proved that curcumin can be effectively used for the treatment of five top cancers in the US, that is, colon, breast, prostate, lung and skin cancer.
If curcumin is applied to the skin, it can cure various skin inflammations like wounds, sun burns and even Psoriasis.
Acne is the most irritating skin problems found in the teenagers. Curcumin is glad news for them, since the herb can steer-clear acne and bacteria from the face making the skin brighter.
According to the latest research, Curcumin is quiet effective against Alzheimer’s. The anti-inflammatory property of Curcumin reduces the risk of developing Alzheimer’s syndrome. Moreover, Curcumin also protects the heart and circulatory system of the body.
Apart from the medicinal values of Curcumin, it is used in foods as a natural color for coloring food like mustard, processed cheese, cakes, sweets and processed cheese.
Tags: remedies, Turmeric, Curcumin, medicinal, uses
Tue, June 24, 2008 1:22 pm By Brad Adams
 Ginger is used in lots of food preparations in many countries including India, China and countries in the East. Ginger tea has been used in China for the past 2500 years to treat sore throat, sinus pain and nasal congestion. Read on to know about the usefulness of ginger.
A cup of ginger tea can replace the sugar laden energy drinks since it provides as much energy as provided by a glass of energy drink. The soothing and calming flavor of ginger keeps you alert and calm. Put small pieces of ginger in your cup of tea and sip it hot to ward off cold and low-grade fevers.
Herbal ginger has the ability to stimulate the circulatory system. It is also used for increased blood flow to the surface of the skin. Ginger is used as herbal remedy for the treatment of impaired circulation of blood along the hands and feet of patients. Ginger also helps control high blood pressure. Other health benefits of ginger are:
Nausea: Ginger has anti-nausea and anti-vomiting qualities that help to cure nausea.
Digestion: Ginger improves appetite. It calms down the stomach and helps in digestion by promoting the smooth flow of bile. Ginger is an effective herbal medicine that can cure abdominal cramps.
Travel sickness: If travel causes a nauseating feeling in you, drink a hot cup of ginger tea or take quarter teaspoon of powdered ginger fifteen minutes before you go for a car or boat trip. The first signs of travel sickness can be effectively cured by ginger.
Tags: pain, food, Ginger, herbs, remedies, digestion, nausea, throat
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