Though, Butterbur is a perennial shrub that grows in Europe, Asia and North America. The active constituents are petasin and isopetasin, which are believed to reduce smooth muscle spasm and have an anti-inflammatory effect. Researchers at the University of Dundee, Scotland, evaluated the effects of butterbur in people with allergic asthma who were also using inhalers. They found that butterbur added to the anti-inflammatory effect of the
This product is pitched as an antiseptic mouth rinse that kills germs caused by gingivitis, plaque, and bad breath and this product is also approved by the American Dental Association. Active ingredients Eucalyptol 0.092%, Menthol 0.042%, Methyl salicylate 0.060%, and Thymol 0.064% these ingredients purpose anti-gingivitis / anti-plaque. Inactive ingredients water, alcohol 21.6%, sorbitol solution, flavor, poloxamer 407, benzoic acid, sodium benzoate, FD&C green no.3. In reviewing both products Equate Blue Mint mouth rinse and Listerine Cool Mint mouth rinse we have come to the conclusion thus far they both contain the exact same ingredients proportions and all. Not too much difference.
Niacin can lower high cholesterol levels and potassium has been shown to lower high blood pressure and to reduce the risk of heart disease. Vitamin B6 and folate also work to convert the homocysteine in our bodies into harmless molecules. High levels of homocysteine are associated with an increased risk of heart attack and stroke. The fiber in tomatoes also helps lower cholesterol levels, helps prevent colon cancer, and helps to keep blood sugars at a low level. Tomatoes are a source of riboflavin, which has been shown to be helpful for migraine sufferers by reducing the frequency of their
Fruits and vegetables contain folate, which helps give you more energy and repairs cell damage caused by stress. Nuts and seeds. These contain vitamin E, which enhances your mood and boosts your immune system, as well as omega 3 fats that can help prevent surges in stress hormones. Foods high in magnesium. Too little magnesium in our diet can trigger headaches and fatigue.
Fuchsia, dark eyes, are sold and eaten by customers of Nancy Baker the Flower Lady. Nancy grows and ships edible flowers worldwide. Need edible flower call Nancy: (616) 674-3879. Wild carrot, Queen Anne's Lace, Daucus carota L.; Apiaceae is widely available. We use the florets in salads to get a healthy dose of bioflavonoids to improve distal circulation to brain, extremities and improve heart function.
This is when therapies include changes in the diet, the practice of yoga, and a strong emphasis on the connection of mind, body, and spirit (Ellis-Christensen, 2011). There are very little negative side effects associated with alternative medicine as many people are able to purchase herbs, vitamins, and other dietary supplements over-the-counter. A form of alternative medicine that is commonly used is herbal tea containing Echinacea and Chamomile. The combination of these two elements helps to strengthen the immune system of the body. Herbal teas also have the ability to suppress illness as they assist with sore muscles, stomach flu, and a cold.
Enjoying a 5-oz. glass of red wine w/meals provides excellent blood sugar control. Its rich stores of antioxidants slow the absorption of sugar in the intestines, avoiding damaging post-meal blood-sugar spikes. Not a wine drinker? Eating ¼-cup of red-skimmed peanuts w/your meal provides the same amount of antioxidants.
The blended juice of pumpkin, orange and milk helps in liver damage healing. Serves 1 Pumpkin 100 grams, peeled and steamed before blending Orange ½ piece, peeled, separate into cloves Full Cream Milk 200 ml, blend with the fruits Fresh Juice Everyday http://www.healthyeatingjuicing.com Page 19 Day 14 Soar Throat Relief Sometimes over done or over deep fried or bbq foods can cause soar throat easily. As the throat is absorbing too much of heat foods and toxics, inflammation and swollen of throat is something pretty common these days. Lotus apple lemon juice is something really great home remedy in easing the soar throat and inflammation. Serves 1 Lotus 150 grams, cleaned and cut into slices Apple 1 piece, peeled, cut into slices Lemon ½ piece, skinned, seeded and cut into thin slices Tips: To have better drinking experience, you can add some ice cubes, a dash of fine sea salt and serve chilled.
In our tests we used the bacteria S. aureus and tried to determine which antibiotic, Chloramphenicol or Vancomycin would be more effective in killing the bacteria. We hypothesized that both antibiotics will be effective at controlling S. aureus; however after doing the experiment we determined which one is more effective than the other. Staphylococcus aureus, according to Todar (2005) is a Gram-positive spherical bacterium that occurs in microscopic
“Fibers that cannot be digested by bacteria in the large intestines are called insoluble fibers because they do not dissolve in water.” (Grosvenor & Smolin, 2006) High fiber diets can produce many benefits, including higher nutrient absorption levels, and better waste output. Diets that tend to lack in fiber or are high in insoluble fiber tend to cause gastrointestinal irritation and constipation. People that experience these symptoms should consider reviewing their fiber sources, and water consumption