Sunday, February 7, 2010

Hemorrhoid Pain Relief

The search for hemorrhoid pain relief is a high priority for sufferers. Some, who have severe hemorrhoid issues, will even go so far as to have laser surgery for hemorrhoids.

Whether your hemorrhoid condition is mild, severe or somewhere in between, here are a few hemorrhoid home treatments to try. Inexpensive and easy to apply, they're worth the effort if you are able to get hemorrhoid pain relief.

  • Blackstrap Molasses - It has to be Blackstrap molasses, not the regular or "robust" type of molasses. Take two teaspoons daily. Shrinkage of hemorrhoid is usually obtained within a couple weeks. (It has been reported that varicose veins have improved after continuing this treatment for a month.)
  • Shrink Hemorrhoids with White Vinegar and Salt - Bring to a boil one cup of white vinegar. Remove from heat and add 1/2 cup of sea salt. Mix well, dissolving salt. When vinegar/salt solution has cooled, apply solution to hemorrhoids with a cotton ball, two to three times daily until hemorrhoids shrink and pain relief has been achieved.
  • Witch Hazel for Hemorrhoid Itching - For this hemorrhoid treatment, simply soak a cotton ball with witch hazel and apply directly to hemorrhoids to relieve itching once a day before retiring for the night. Alternatively, you can soak a sterile cotton pad and hold pad to hemorrhoid for 3-5 minutes once a day.
The Natural Hemorrhoid Treatment System

Friday, January 29, 2010

Are You Getting the Most Out of Your Massage?


Massage is wonderful for maintaining stress levels, improving skin tone, and improving overall health. But are you getting the most out of your massage? It's your money, your body and you should have a say in how your professional massage is going. In other words, you need to communicate with your massage therapist.

Here are some tips to consider when you're going in for your body massage:
  • Do fill out your client intake form truthfully. Old injuries, medications you're taking, and even allergies to nuts and/or flowers could be important information for your massage therapist. The better understanding your body worker has of your medical conditions, old and new, the better she can address your needs.
  • Do notify your therapist if there has been a change in your health history on subsequent visits.
  • Do communicate to your massage therapist the amount of pressure you like. Even if in the beginning you say you like DEEP tissue massage and halfway through the massage session you find that you cannot tolerate the pressure...tell her! A good therapist will adjust her pressure according to the client's preference.
  • Do remove your contact lenses prior to the massage, or if this is not possible, inform the massage therapist that you have them in.
  • Do be a few minutes early to your massage appointment to ensure that you get your full session time.
  • Do be specific about which areas you would like your body worker to spend extra time. You may be in for a full body massage, but you may need more work on your lower back. A good therapist will adjust her massage timing accordingly to accommodate your needs.
  • Do reschedule your massage appointment if you are ill!
Good communication with your body worker is key! Conversely, if you feel you're not being heard by your massage therapist, look for a new one. Bodywork is personal, you should be very comfortable with the quality of the service you receive and the rapport you have with your therapist to get the most out of your massage.

Wednesday, April 8, 2009

Home Remedies for Spider Bites



There many Home Remedies for Spider Bites, from raw eggs, to slices of bread to activated charcoal. Here are a few popular natural remedies.

Baking Soda remedy:

Mix one part spring water to three parts baking soda for a thick paste. Apply directly to spider bite. Pureed garlic (one clove) may be added for antiseptic qualities.

Garlic remedy:

Apply a slice of garlic directly to spider bite, secure with a bandage, leave overnight for this natural remedy.

Salt spider bite remedy:

Wash affected area, apply salt (sea salt or kosher is better in my opinion.) You can dampen a bandage, sprinkle salt on pad then adhere bandage to the bite.


These remedies will have various heal times depending on the type of spider bite and how quickly a remedy is applied after a bite.


IMPORTANT NOTE: Some people have been mistaking boils caused by MRSA for spider bites. MRSA is a serious infection. Do not assume you have a spider bite if you didn't actually see the spider or feel it bite you. If you're unsure, seek advice from a qualified medical practitioner.


photo credit: hberends

Spider Bites - A Medical Dictionary, Bibliography, and Annotated Research Guide to Internet References

MRSA - Spider Bites: The Flesh-Eating Bacterial Epidemic That Threatens America

Join the Movement to Reverse Diabetes NATURALLY

April 25th is REVERSING DIABETES ACTION DAY! You can participate in this movement by either joining in local events or by organizing an event in your area. Visit the Reversing Diabetes Naturally official website for more details on how you can help bring health to diabetics.

Monday, April 6, 2009

Quick and Easy Sore Throat Relief Gargles

Most of these ingredients you most likely already have in your house and are quite simple to mix and use:

  • Hydrogen Peroxide Gargle = equal parts spring water and hydrogen peroxide, gargle in the morning and before bed. Rinse mouth with spring water afterwards. Many people swear by this remedy for fastest sore throat relief.
  • Organic Apple Cider Vinegar Gargle = 2 tsps of OACV with a cup of warm spring water. Gargle morning and before bed.
  • Lemon Juice Gargle = Juice of one medium sized lemon or lime mixed with a cup of warm spring water. Gargle as needed. Another variation to the lemon juice gargle is halving the lemon juice and water, add 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper and a TBL of salt.
  • Salt Water Gargle = Another standby for sore throat relief, 1/2 tsp sea salt dissolved in a cup of warm spring water. Gargle in the morning and before bed.

Wednesday, April 1, 2009

Remedies for Smelly Feet


There’s nothing worse than taking off your shoes and nearly passing out from the stench from your little piggies. Smelly feet are a problem nobody wants and there are a few natural solutions to control the odor. Here are a few remedies for smelly feet.

Keep your feet clean – Take the time to thoroughly wash your feet on a daily basis and dry completely when finished bathing. Examine between the toes for signs of athlete’s foot. Wear shoes that can breathe and socks that do the same.

Lavender foot bath method remedy for smelly feet – To a basin of warm water, add 5 drops of lavender essential oil, 2 drops patchouli essential oil, and 3 drops of cypress essential oil. Soak your feet for 15 minutes daily for a week. You should notice a difference right away and your feet will enjoy the pampering.

Black tea foot bath cure for smelly feet – Boil 2 teabags of black tea to a pint of water for about 10 minutes. To the tea, add ½ gallon tepid water. Soak your smelly feet in the tea for 30 minutes a day for seven days. This method relies on the tannic acid in the tea to kill bacteria and close the pore on the bottom of your feet which in turn controls the perspiration of your feet.

Chronic foot odor that does not respond to various odor controlling methods may be a sign of illness. Be sure to see your doctor to rule out any underlying health conditions.

Treatment of Herpes through Natural Supplements by Editor123

There are few who can understand the pain of a Herpes victim. This disease caused by the Herpes simplex 1 and Herpes simplex 2 virus manifests itself by breaking into painful and infectious blisters. Apart from subjugating the patient into a state of several physical trauma, it harms the patients on an emotional level as well since due to the infectious nature of the disease, the patient is rendered to be a social outcast.

Thankfully natural herpes supplement are gaining widespread popularity and importance amongst the patients and medical fraternity alike. More so, because the most modern medicines can achieve is suppressing the symptoms of the disease like itching, irritation, pain and burning. The Herpes virus remains dormant in the body of the patient and can raise its head as soon as the victim let his guard down. Hence, reinforcing the immunity of body through natural herpes supplement is a very wise move.

The commonly and most effective natural herpes supplement are L-lysine, acidophilus, zinc, Vitamin C and E. The natural herpes supplements are applied topically and can be taken internally to counter the effects of Herpes.

There are many benefits associated with natural herpes supplement. They are absolutely safe and do not have considerable side-effects as opposed to their chemical counterparts. It is especially important when the patient is allergic to certain chemicals or is hyper-sensitive to their use.
Being natural they are also quite inexpensive. As no patent or other associated costs are involved they are available at a fraction of the cost of the branded drugs.
They suppress the symptoms while not interfering with the natural rhythm and functioning of the body.

They are also easily available throughout the globe. They do not create dependency as is the case with many prescription drugs.

Being natural, the patient can chart his own routine of treatment depending upon the progress he is making. This reduces the medical bill to a great extent as the patient does not have to run to a registered medical practitioner to report each minor variation.



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Holistic living, natural remedies have been part of my life since the early 80's. As a natural progression of my passion, I became a certified massage therapist in 2006, a Reiki Master in 2008, and in 2013 an Ayurveda Lifestyle Coach. I am here to promote natural healing, for it is my deep belief that with a little help from our friends and nature, we can all heal ourselves.