http://www.natural-holistic-health.com Learn how to keep you and your family healthy safely and holistically. Sat, 31 Jul 2010 09:02:22 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/herbal-tea-collection/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/herbal-tea-collection/#comments Sun, 25 Jul 2010 18:53:27 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/?p=10 HERBAL TEAS FROM PLANTS AROUND US AND THEIR BENEFITS Persimmon Tea: The leaves when dried and crushed make a fine strong tea. Can be used all year round. Rich in vitamin C. Used as a healthful tonic. Sassafras Tea: Boil fresh roots after washing, until water turns reddish brown. Can be sliced and dried for later use. Claimed by some to be a blood thinner, a blood purifier, to help bronchitis, a stimulating spring tonic. Mostly it is used for pure enjoyment. Birch Tea (Wintergreen): Black, yellow and white birch. Dried leaves can ...]]> http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/herbal-tea-collection/feed/ 0 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/the-alternative-medicine-method-of-using-magnets-to-treat-pain/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/the-alternative-medicine-method-of-using-magnets-to-treat-pain/#comments Tue, 20 Jul 2010 12:05:00 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/general/pain-management/the-alternative-medicine-method-of-using-magnets-to-treat-pain/ There are two basic types of magnets that are marketed to consumers today. One is called static or permanent magnets that have magnetic fields that are unchanging and the other are electromagnets that generate magnetic fields when there is electrical current flowing through them. The electromagnets are only used when a health care provider is supervising. There currently is no scientific evidence pointing to the support of magnets to reduce pain. There are many reports of positive experiences by those who have used magnetic therapy. There are also clinical trials being done ...]]> http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/the-alternative-medicine-method-of-using-magnets-to-treat-pain/feed/ 0 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/arthritis-symptoms-treatment/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/arthritis-symptoms-treatment/#comments Sun, 04 Jul 2010 09:17:55 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/?p=2683 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/arthritis-symptoms-treatment/feed/ 1 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/foods-to-eat-for-systemic-yeast-infections/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/foods-to-eat-for-systemic-yeast-infections/#comments Sun, 20 Jun 2010 18:46:07 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/general/pain-management/foods-to-eat-for-systemic-yeast-infections/ A systemic yeast infection may well be an unknown epidemic today. This is the cons many of the symptoms of a systemic yeast infection are also symptoms of other illnesses and diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease, sarcoidosis and lupus. Unfortunately, physicians don’t often recognize that these illnesses may be caused by a systemic yeast infection. Systemic yeast infections are extremely difficult to detect and kill. Yeast is a common and natural fungus to be found in the intestinal tract. In the cases of people whose immune system has ...]]> http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/foods-to-eat-for-systemic-yeast-infections/feed/ 0 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/health-risks-for-obesity/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/health-risks-for-obesity/#comments Fri, 18 Jun 2010 18:23:44 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/?p=1831 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/health-risks-for-obesity/feed/ 1 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/does-antibiotic-arthritis-treatment-reduce-symptoms/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/does-antibiotic-arthritis-treatment-reduce-symptoms/#comments Thu, 27 May 2010 19:26:28 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/?p=2326 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/does-antibiotic-arthritis-treatment-reduce-symptoms/feed/ 3 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/psoriatric-arthritis-how-to-diagnose-and-treat/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/psoriatric-arthritis-how-to-diagnose-and-treat/#comments Sat, 22 May 2010 00:31:47 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/general/joints-bones-muscles/psoriatric-arthritis-how-to-diagnose-and-treat/ Psoriatic arthritis is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects joints and other tissues. It is one of the over 100 conditions that falls under the umbrella diagnosis of arthritis. Psoriatic arthritis leads to joint construction and complications which can be significantly debilitating for the sufferer. However, in the recent past, research has led to several treatment options which allow the patient to live more comfortable lives. As in the case of any illness or condition, it is first necessary to obtain the correct diagnosis. Because arthritis is such a ...]]> http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/psoriatric-arthritis-how-to-diagnose-and-treat/feed/ 0 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/curative-colors-therapy-how-to/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/curative-colors-therapy-how-to/#comments Sun, 16 May 2010 17:43:28 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/?p=773 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/curative-colors-therapy-how-to/feed/ 0 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/what-are-kidney-stones/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/what-are-kidney-stones/#comments Thu, 29 Apr 2010 20:42:18 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/general/urinary-tract-conditions/what-are-kidney-stones/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/what-are-kidney-stones/feed/ 0 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/oil-to-symptom-list/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/oil-to-symptom-list/#comments Sun, 18 Apr 2010 06:05:23 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/?p=454 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/oil-to-symptom-list/feed/ 1 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/coping-with-gout-overcoming-common-problems/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/coping-with-gout-overcoming-common-problems/#comments Mon, 15 Mar 2010 18:12:25 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/?p=20175 Product DescriptionGout is a type of acute arthritis characterized by severe pain and inflammation in the joint(s) and soft tissues affected. When it is not treated attacks can become more frequent and painful and long-term damage can ensue. This book explains the causes, which include overindulgence, crash dieting and injury, and how medicines and lifestyle changes can be used to control the pain and overcome the condition. Table of Contents: Acknowledgements Introduction 1. W… More >> Coping With Gout: Overcoming Common Problems Shared PostCoping ...]]> http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/coping-with-gout-overcoming-common-problems/feed/ 1 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/good-oils-to-have-in-your-first-aid-kit/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/good-oils-to-have-in-your-first-aid-kit/#comments Sun, 21 Feb 2010 01:18:29 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/?p=1866 Here is some info on a few herbal essential oils that are a very helpful addition to your family’s first aid kit Clary Sage (Salvia sclarea) * Clary Sage is used in aromatherapy in preference to Sage (Salvia Officinalis) because Sage can be quite toxic. Clary possesses the positive effects of Sage without the danger. One should avoid the use of alcohol while using Clary Sage because the combination can bring on severe nightmares. Clary produces a heightened state akin to euphoria and relaxation. It is used in treating asthma, and during ...]]> http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/good-oils-to-have-in-your-first-aid-kit/feed/ 1 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/control-gout-problem/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/control-gout-problem/#comments Tue, 22 Dec 2009 23:48:18 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/?p=6632 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/control-gout-problem/feed/ 7 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/health-risk-obese/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/health-risk-obese/#comments Wed, 21 Oct 2009 21:16:06 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/?p=4105 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/health-risk-obese/feed/ 2 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/tips-stop-hair-loss/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/tips-stop-hair-loss/#comments Tue, 11 Aug 2009 15:17:48 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/?p=3650 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/tips-stop-hair-loss/feed/ 2 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/can-arthritis-be-identified-by-a-blood-test/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/can-arthritis-be-identified-by-a-blood-test/#comments Fri, 07 Aug 2009 07:34:35 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/general/joints-bones-muscles/can-arthritis-be-identified-by-a-blood-test/ Doctors and researchers estimate that there are over 100 different types and forms of arthritis. Because of the variety and the different ways in which the disease presents, there is no conclusive tests to determine that an individual suffers from arthritis. Arthritic conditions can affect the joints, bones, soft tissue and organ systems depending upon which condition his presence. When a doctor pieces together a diagnoses may use blood tests, imaging studies a thorough history and physical in order to determine an accurate diagnosis. Arthritis does not usually exist in ...]]> http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/can-arthritis-be-identified-by-a-blood-test/feed/ 0 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/are-there-different-types-of-arthritis/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/are-there-different-types-of-arthritis/#comments Thu, 06 Aug 2009 07:36:17 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/general/joints-bones-muscles/are-there-different-types-of-arthritis/ Are there different types of arthritis? – true and false. The prefix arth is in reference to joints and itis refers to inflammation. Arthritis is a generic term that refers to painful joints. Although different types of arthritis are common in adults who reach that certain age it also affects children still in diapers and young people in the prime of their lives. There are over 100 different types of arthritis that ranges from the relatively mild cases of tendonitis or bursitis to crippling systemic forms such as ...]]> http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/are-there-different-types-of-arthritis/feed/ 0 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/your-diet-and-arthritis/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/your-diet-and-arthritis/#comments Wed, 05 Aug 2009 15:13:52 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/general/joints-bones-muscles/your-diet-and-arthritis/ Arthritis comes in a variety of different forms and is a term used to cover over 100 different illnesses that are characterized by joint inflammation, pain and swelling. Most people think of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis as the only types of arthritic conditions. However, diseases such as gout, pseudogout, childhood arthritis and lupus fall into this category. Treatment modalities for all methods of arthritis will include rest, exercise, medication, weight loss, joint protection and cold or heat. The goals of these treatment modalities are to decrease pain and inflammation, slow ...]]> http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/your-diet-and-arthritis/feed/ 1 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/tests-to-identify-arthritis/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/tests-to-identify-arthritis/#comments Sat, 01 Aug 2009 07:51:50 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/general/joints-bones-muscles/tests-to-identify-arthritis/ There are over 100 different types of arthritis and arthritic conditions. Identifying or diagnosing the inflammation or swelling of the joints can be a complex process or any physician. Doctors often use a combination of several different types of tests to correctly identify the type and prescribe an accurate treatment program. The goal of treatment for most arthritic conditions involve decreasing the pain, inflammation and swelling as well as improving the comfort level of the patient. Doctors will include a comprehensive physical exam and history of the patient ...]]> http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/tests-to-identify-arthritis/feed/ 0 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/events-that-trigger-osteoarthritis/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/events-that-trigger-osteoarthritis/#comments Tue, 28 Jul 2009 15:23:46 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/general/joints-bones-muscles/events-that-trigger-osteoarthritis/ Oftentimes patients and doctors will equate osteoarthritis as a disease of wear and tear in the joints as well as old age. Although osteoarthritis usually does accompany old age researchers have found that cartilage in the joint becomes chemically different than a joint that does not have the disease. Researchers have also found that there are usually a series of events which lead to the development of the condition and that, while it is often associated with old age, that association isn’t enough to trigger osteoarthritis. These particular events ...]]> http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/events-that-trigger-osteoarthritis/feed/ 0 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/diagnosis-and-treatment-of-rheumatoid-arthritis/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/diagnosis-and-treatment-of-rheumatoid-arthritis/#comments Mon, 27 Jul 2009 17:14:00 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/general/joints-bones-muscles/diagnosis-and-treatment-of-rheumatoid-arthritis/ Treatment of any disease is customized to the disease itself, and this is never more true than dealing with individuals who suffer from rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis is an immune disease where the body somehow is triggered to attack itself. While there is no known cause and scientists are unaware of any particular trigger or genetic link, the outcome remains the same. In order to customize the treatments the diagnosis must be accurate. The first step to identify any disease is a physical examination and thorough medical history. ...]]> http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/diagnosis-and-treatment-of-rheumatoid-arthritis/feed/ 0 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/rheumatoid-arthritis-and-back-pain/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/rheumatoid-arthritis-and-back-pain/#comments Mon, 20 Jul 2009 23:01:19 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/general/joints-bones-muscles/rheumatoid-arthritis-and-back-pain/ Rheumatoid arthritis causes back pain to occur. The disease is a systemic disease that causes inflammation, which targets the synovial joint liners. This is where back pain starts. Rheumatoid arthritis may link to genetic transmissions or autoimmune illnesses according to etiology aspects. Physically speaking Rheumatoid arthritis inflames the synovial membranes, which often affects the pannus. This action causes destruction in the ligaments, bones, and the cartilages. Once the pannus is hit, fibrotic tissues start to replace the pannus. Calcification also replaces the pannus, which results in joint subluxation conditions. Calcification is abnormal ...]]> http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/rheumatoid-arthritis-and-back-pain/feed/ 0 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/osteoporosis-and-back-pain/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/osteoporosis-and-back-pain/#comments Sat, 18 Jul 2009 05:06:02 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/general/joints-bones-muscles/osteoporosis-and-back-pain/ Osteoporosis causes back pain, since it affects the joints, lumbar, thoracic, and so on. The common symptoms of Osteoporosis are weakness, joint pain, back pain, height loss, unsteady gait, Kyphosis, or Dowagers hump, and so on. Osteoporosis affects the metabolic bones, which leads to dysfunction and results in bone mass reduction and increases in porosity. While the thoracic involves the chest, if you read more about edema and related illnesses you can learn how it causes back pain. What causes Osteoporosis varies. Osteoporosis may emerge from drops in estrogen levels. Estrogen is ...]]> http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/osteoporosis-and-back-pain/feed/ 1 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/herbal-treatment-for-arthritis-and-rheumatism/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/herbal-treatment-for-arthritis-and-rheumatism/#comments Fri, 05 Jun 2009 03:07:08 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/?p=91 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/herbal-treatment-for-arthritis-and-rheumatism/feed/ 0 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/gout-treatment/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/gout-treatment/#comments Wed, 03 Jun 2009 02:26:02 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/?p=1576 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/gout-treatment/feed/ 0 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/healing-secrets-of-color/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/healing-secrets-of-color/#comments Sun, 31 May 2009 01:48:00 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/?p=360 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/healing-secrets-of-color/feed/ 1 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/natural-home-remedies-for-gout/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/natural-home-remedies-for-gout/#comments Thu, 21 May 2009 20:08:52 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/?p=856 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/natural-home-remedies-for-gout/feed/ 0 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/deal-with-arthritis-pain-and-stiffness-naturally/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/deal-with-arthritis-pain-and-stiffness-naturally/#comments Thu, 21 May 2009 19:59:00 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/?p=2078 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/deal-with-arthritis-pain-and-stiffness-naturally/feed/ 1 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/juice-therapy-and-recipes/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/juice-therapy-and-recipes/#comments Thu, 21 May 2009 19:53:06 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/?p=1540 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/juice-therapy-and-recipes/feed/ 0 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/homeopathic-medicine-for-men/ http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/homeopathic-medicine-for-men/#comments Thu, 21 May 2009 19:46:59 +0000 Dee http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/?p=855 http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/homeopathic-medicine-for-men/feed/ 1