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Caraway is another member belonging to the family of aromatic herbs, characterized by carminative properties, just as cumin, anise, fennel and dill. However, the medicinal and health benefit of Caraway is mostly ignored, and it is considered only as a flavouring agent in cookery, liqueurs, and confectionery.
Medicinal and Health benefits:
The seeds and oil of Caraway [...]
Mon, December 29 2008 » Arthritis and Joint Pain » No Comments
The complementary, conventional and alternativetreatments when used together, helps patients in easing their lower back pain problem, which is better than using just the mainstream treatment alone, shows research results.
A small study was conducted, which included 13 patients, out of whom, seven patients were given “integrated care”, while six received usual care. The integrative care [...]
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A study has revealed that the extract from the bark of the French Maritime Pine Tree improves physical functioning by 52 percent among Osteo-Arthritic (OA) patients.
Osteoarthritis of the knee is one of the leading causes of disability among the elderly. OA affects people above 45 years of age, although, it could occur at any age. [...]
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Most common ailments can be cured by nature. Here are a few herbs that could help you maintain healthy bones, by keeping osteoporosis and osteoarthritis at bay.
Yucca: Is used in treating arthritis, as its anti-inflammatory properties reduce pain, stiffness and swelling. Resveratrol, an antioxidant, present in Yucca, stimulates the immune system in the body.
Boswellia: Is [...]
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Recent university-based research has found a new natural alternative for arthritis treatment. The research, conducted by The Australian Center for Complementary Medicine Education and Research (ACCMER), reveals that SeatonTM Green Lipped Mussel Extract has the property to slow down theprogression of Osteoarthritis.
The Green Lipped Mussel Extract (GLM) is an edible shellfish which is commonly found [...]
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Allergies can occur to anybody with a hypersensitive immune system at any point of time in life. The causes of allergy could be the food or chemicals present in food, medicines, environmental factors like pollen, dust, air, parasites or chemical toxins.
From an Ayurvedic perspective the toxins present in the body (ama) and low immunity are [...]
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Asthma and allergic bouts have considerably increased during the last couple of years. The Asthma statistics indicate a jump of 74% among children in the age group 5 to 14 years and 160% among the four-year olds, reveal the National Institute of Health. Apart from this, about one in every four U.S. children also suffers [...]
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Vitamin C: Recent studies have suggested that Vitamin C is effective in treating allergies, as it lowers histamine levels in the bloodstream. Hence, eating plenty of citrus fruits and juices, berries, broccoli, dark greens, onions, berries, and mangoes could prevent on-set of allergies. However, people who have an allergic reaction to certain fresh fruits may [...]
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This article discusses the herbs that could be used for colds, coughs,
and respiratory infections in kids. Information in this article is
appropriate for parents whose children are below one year of age. Since
these children cannot engage in activities that can build better health
like yoga and weight
training, eating the right herbs may help them develop better immune
system. [...]
Mon, December 29 2008 » Immune Strength » No Comments
The elderly can reduce their likelihood of developing disabilities and maintain their independence by 41 percent, through a walking exercise program, reveals a new study at the University of Georgia.
The report of the study, which appeared in the current issue of Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy, indicates that the participants, who increase their peak aerobic [...]
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