Written by Sara Piccola When it comes to painkillers you never know what you may or may not be putting in or on your body. With any form of prescribed medication there may be an underlying chemical or substance that ends up causing more pain than eliminating it. Try some of these natural pain remedies. Olive Oil Yes, another fantastic use for this tasty cooking oil! It contains an anti-inflammatory ingredient that is similar to the ones found in painkillers - oleocanthal. This compound was … [Read more...]
Stop The Itch of ECZEMA!
By Lauren Birtwhistle Intense itching, burning, and rashes. None of the above sound like fun, and no one understands the burdens of eczema like the people who suffer from it on a daily basis. There are many over the counter products, as well as prescription drugs that can ease the symptoms of eczema. But if you are looking for an alternative route to alleviate that itch, there are several natural solutions that may help. • Hydrate your skin. Make sure you moisturize faithfully at least two … [Read more...]
Nettle
Written by Kallie Wilbourn | Nettle is the common name for dozens of flowering plants of the genus Urtica, of which the stinging nettle, Urtica Dioica, is the most common. Native to Europe, North Africa, and Asia, it was brought to the United States by the English. Lore has it that Roman soldiers introduced nettle to England, as a skin stimulant for limbs gone stiff and numb in the cold, damp British weather. All species of nettle have similar medicinal uses. The boron in nettle protects … [Read more...]
