For Alzheimer’s Disease: The Gingko tree is one of the oldest trees known to human beings, having grown on Earth over 50 million years ago. Of the different kinds of species, only the Gingko biloba tree survives to this day. The leaf extract of gingko biloba is the most widely sold phyto-medicine in Europe, and…
For Alzheimer’s Disease: Gelantamine, an extract from daffodil, snowdrop flower, spider lily, and other plants, has shown the ability to halt the progression of Alzheimer’s disease, and in some cases, help improve and rejuvenate cognitive function. It’s marketed under the trade name Reminyl, and has been used in more than a dozen European countries since…
For Alzheimer’s Disease: Silicon dioxide is crucial in the development of strong nail, bones, teeth and also hair. Research indicates that a lack of this mineral may lead to arthritis, poor bone formation, unhealthy skin and poor tooth development. Thus, silicon dioxide can help counteract the effects of the aluminum found in the body, which…
For Alopecia: Gelatin is known to help prevent alopecia. Alopecia, also known as the thinning of the hair, is caused by a diet that lacks nutrients, especially silicon. The health benefits of silicon includes the encouragement of growth of thick and healthy hair, as well as an improvement in the luster and shine of the…
For Allergies: Freeze-dried extract from the leaves of stinging nettle works like an over-the-counter antihistamine, but minus the negative effects of dry mouth and drowsiness.
For Allergies: Turmeric, a spice commonly found in curry and in Indian cuisine, is known to contain curcumin. It may act as a decongestant, help lower allergy symptoms, and ward off colds. According to Bharat Aggarwal, PhD, professor of experimental therapeutics at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, it seems to be effective as some…
For Allergies: Pharmaceuticals pack more of a punch, but if you want to go the natural way, butterbur has the best track record among herbs used for pollen allergies (it’s also known as a headache remedy), as stated by David Rakel, MD, founder and director of the University of Wisconsin Integrative Medicine Program in an…
For Allergies: NETI POT AND SALINE RINSE Personally, I haven’t tried the Neti pot because I’m just scared about pouring things into my nose, but I do have friends who adhere to it, and I’ve used saline nasal spray before (if you’ve used one, let me know down in the comments). The basic principle behind…
For Allergies: A healthy cup of warm green tea with leaves when you’re suffering from an allergy is really soothing as this kind of drink can help in relieving irritated mucous membranes. Peppermint-flavored teas are particularly recommended for allergy relief as this essential oil has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. You can also inhale the delicious…
For Allergies: Your eyes are highly sensitive when it comes to allergens; thus wearing eyeglasses or sunglasses can help control one’s exposure to airborne irritants. The best kinds of eye-wear are the ones that comes with shields as well.