Did you know that sinus infections affect over 37 million Americans every year? This happens when a common cold or allergies lead to inflammation of the sinuses. Common symptoms of acute sinusitis include facial pain/pressure, tooth pain, ear pain, nasal congestion, post-nasal drip, cough or discolored mucus.
Every Home Should Have Cayenne Pepper. It May Save Your Life
“If you master only one herb in your life, master Cayenne pepper. It is more powerful than any other.” ~Dr. Richard Schulze (source)
I couldn’t agree more. If I had to pick only one emergency herb to keep in my medicine cabinet, it would be cayenne pepper, because it can truly save a life by stimulating circulation throughout the entire body.
The Oil that Helps with Chickenpox, Psoriasis, Cold Sores, and Much More
Tea tree oil is an essential oil that is extracted from the leaves of the Melaleuca alternifolia. Did you know that tea tree oil has over 92 various healing compounds? Melaleuca alternifolia is native to Southeast Queensland and the Northeast coast of New South Wales, Australia and can grow small like a shrub or as a tree, 100 feet tall.
Horseradish: Nature’s Next Big Antibiotic
Antibiotics are a class of medications that can save lives. However, most antibiotics are overly prescribed and pretty toxic. They should be used as a last resort only. Did you know that inexpensive natural remedies work as well, and with far fewer side effects?
Raw horseradish has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties. It’s been used to treat colds, coughs, kidney stones and even urinary tract infections (UTIs).
Pineapple Juice Can Be More Effective than Cough Syrup. It Breaks down the mucous in the lungs and expels it out.
Having trouble with a cough? Grab a pineapple. Yes, you heard me right. An enzyme called Bromelain, found in pineapples possesses strong anti-inflammatory properties. It is responsible for breaking down the mucous in the lungs and expelling it out.
How to Get Rid of Blackheads with Just Baking Soda
Soda bicarbonate, also known as baking soda, has a whole range of household uses, from eliminating odors in refrigerators to brushing teeth. Additionally, it can also be used to clean the skin and remove blackheads, as it possesses gentle abrasive properties, according to CosmeticsInfo.org.
Elderberry: The Immune-Booster that May Combat Allergies & Cancer
Elderberry syrup is one of the most effective tools in my medicine cabinet for keeping my family healthy. Elderberry syrup has proven to be among the most effective for battling viruses. Elderberry possesses an especially high rate of efficacy. Elderberries have been used for centuries to treat colds, influenza, and wounds.
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Black pepper and Honey: A powerful Combination that Every Doctor Should Prescribe
Another great cure for a common cold that is right in your cupboard is black pepper! We don’t normally think of it as a medicinal substance but rather as a basic seasoning. But did you know that it possesses powerful cold-fighting properties? Not only is it great for the immune system, but it can do many beneficial things for your body.
Don’t Pour Out that Pickle Juice! 10 Unusual Health Benefits of Pickle Juice
There is a science proved reason to drink pickle juice daily. For years, athletes have been drinking pickle juice to relieve muscle cramps after exercising, and hydrate their bodies. A study published in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise discovered that pickle juice is better than water at reducing muscle cramps. Another study found that pickle juice may lower blood sugar spikes in healthy adults. In addition, pickle juice is loaded with antioxidants and vitamins including vitamin C and E.
If You Burp Within 5 Minutes Of Drinking Baking Soda Water, Here’s What It Means
Most American households have at least one box of baking soda in it. Either in the back of your refrigerator or pantry, it most likely is only pulled out for baking or cleaning (yes there are many things you can clean with baking soda). But perhaps you might want to pull it out a little more often! As it turns, out baking soda is an effective cure for several common, yet uncomfortable and potentially serious ailments.
