Essential oils are used in the practice of aromatherapy for certain health problems. Citrus oils are light, uplifting oils that are particularly useful as the darker winter months approach. Although we traditionally think of warming oils, such as ginger and nutmeg, for winter ailments, citrus oils can uplift your mood and remind you of the […]
Is Peppermint Tea Good for Your Health?
December 2, 2013 by ·
Old wives sometimes get it right in their tales, and sometimes get it wrong: which is it with peppermint tea? Are the purported health benefits real, or is it simply another incorrect old wives’ tale? What Advocates of Peppermint Tea are Claiming Proponents of the health benefits of peppermint tea claim that the tea can […]
Does Oscillococcinum really work?
November 13, 2013 by · 71 Comments
I recently got over a flu and when it started my wife suggested that I take this homeopathic medicine called Oscillococcinum. Just like most people I was a little skeptical, but she was very emphatic that it had helped her flu go away a lot quicker. So on her recommendation I decided to give it […]
Why You Should be Drinking Water with Lemon
October 21, 2013 by · 20 Comments
I remember reading in a health book that drinking pure water with lemon squeezed in it was one of the healthiest beverages you can drink. The primary benefit that I am aware of is the wonderful alkalizing properties of the lemon juice. By having lemon squeezed in your water you create a beverage that raises […]
3 Natural Home Remedies To Get Rid of Spiders
October 14, 2013 by ·
Don’t like spiders? Don’t worry, you’re not alone, but that doesn’t mean you have to kill them or spray them. Anyone who’s even a little bit interested in protecting the environment knows that insecticides are one of the most poisonous substances we bring into our home and avoid it at all costs. (By the way, […]
11 Health Benefits of Aloe Vera Juice
August 7, 2013 by · 14 Comments
The aloe vera plant is amazing, having many healing properties to it. The leaves of the plant are where you will find the yellow-colored liquid that can work wonders. You may already know that aloe vera gel can be very beneficial to the skin, helping with sunburn, insect bites, rashes, cuts, and the like. The […]
Health Benefits of Cranberry Juice
July 5, 2013 by · Leave a Comment
The cranberry is a small, red fruit that is often passed over in favor of the blueberry. However, the cranberry has several health benefits and is most commonly available as a juice. If your juice of choice with your breakfast is orange, stop and consider for a moment the benefits of cranberry too – and […]
