by Susan Williams |
Raw honey that is unheated, unprocessed and unfiltered is very effective and has many health benefits. Here are a few:
Beat bloat with honey. This sticky sweet contains lactobacillus and bifidobacterium, probiotics that enhance digestion and reduces GI bacteria.
Raw honey helps to get rid of bacteria that causes diarrhea.
Post nasal drip and runny [...]
September 2010 marks the 35th anniversary of the Gerber Medical Clinic’s opening in 1975. We are very proud of our accomplishments through the years and are amazed that these integrative/alternative therapies are just beginning to get into the consciousness of medical consumers and health professionals. These miraculous therapies which follow are profound interventions for the [...]
Many people are being advised these days to consume various supplements, herbs, and vitamins as well as maintaining a healthy diet. What people are not being advised about is ensuring that those same supplements, herbs, vitamins and foods are being digested and absorbed by the body. Nutritional experts have long debated whether we digest completely [...]
A Holistic Approach to Herbs for Healthy Teeth & Gums
by Debbie Hart |
Modern studies and centuries of use show that a wide variety of herbs, essential oils, and other natural substances improve oral hygiene and help prevent and heal many tooth and gum disorders. Many herbalists advocate a preventative, holistic approach to mouth care that [...]
By Sherril Jones |
Bladder infections are typically caused by a type of bacteria called Escherichia coli (E. coli). This bacterium is normally found in the intestines. When E. coli is present in the intestines, it results in inflammation of the bladder. Chlamydia can also cause bladder infections. When fecal matter or vaginal secretions are introduced [...]
by Allison Prater |
Hair loss, for most of us, is a prospect that is frightening. We tend to lose more hair at certain times in our lives than others. Sudden loss of above average amounts of hair can be a sign of greater imbalances in the body. How do you know if you are losing [...]
Lemon balm, the International Herb Association’s 2007 Herb of the Year, is an ancient antidote to modern-day stress. This versatile herb can be used to calm nerves, promote restful sleep, and reduce digestive distress — plus it could be your new best friend in the great outdoors. Not only do its leaves have a rich, [...]
A common complaint for many is numbness in the toes. If you’re a long distance runner and have ever experienced this sensation, you have probably heard of the Sciatic nerve as well. Runners often have problems with “Sciatica,” a generalized term for any issue derived from the Sciatic nerve.
The Sciatic nerve is the longest nerve [...]
by Ffjorren Zolfaghar |
Have you ever experienced the tingling, pins and needles kind of feeling in your extremities? Is it a numb feeling that will not go away? Maybe your arm simply “fell asleep,” or maybe it’s something a little more serious: Carpal tunnel Syndrome.
When it is simply a situation of a limb “falling asleep,” [...]
by Ffjorren Zolfagar |
The month of February offers cool, crisp winter days. Temperatures remain low and the air is quite dry. As we head outdoors, our skin becomes vulnerable to the harsh winter elements sometimes causing a rash.
The common skin rash is, simply put, any eruption of the skin. It is also referred to as [...]
by Ffjorren Zolfaghar |
Your medical terminology lesson of the day: Otitis Media, commonly known as an ear infection. This occurs when fluid becomes trapped in the middle ear, welcoming germs and bacteria to grow and brew a nasty infection.
It can happen to the oldest and youngest ears alike, however, it tends to occur more often [...]
by Heather Lara |
Natural Solutions for Anxiety
You were late to work this morning, the house is a mess and the credit card bill just came in the mail. Your heart starts racing. You’re short of breath, your hands are clammy and you have the cold sweats. What you are feeling may be anxiety. Did you [...]
