Herbal Medicine
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HISTAMINE INTOLERANCE
HISTAMINE INTOLERANCE, and HOW TO WEAN OFF OF ANTIHISTAMINES About 12 years ago, my doctor was treating me for an infection with a common antibiotic. Until then, I had taken it with no problems or reactions. Three days into the treatment, I began to experience hives when some pressure was put on my body for…
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What are the top 5 causes of death in the USA and what can you do to stay off this list?
Leading causes of death are classified according to the underlying cause and presented according to the number of deaths among US residents. As you can see from the chart shown below, (published data as of 2021), Heart Disease and Cancer are the top two spots. To some degree, both causes of death may be attributed…
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Evidence for consuming a whole food plant-based diet to help lose weight
You’ve probably heard of Whole30, the Pritikin Diet, and Dr. Greger’s book, “How Not to Diet.” These and others advocate a whole food plant-based diet (WFPB). This way of eating focuses on consuming whole, unprocessed foods that are primarily derived from plants, such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, and nuts. This type of diet…
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What are the top 5 leading causes of disability in the USA and how can herbalists help?
As of 2021, the top 5 leading causes of disability in the USA are: The prevalence of disabilities may vary depending on the population and can change over time due to advances in healthcare, changes in lifestyle and risk factors, and other factors. Additionally, these leading causes of disability are not exclusive to the USA…
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When should I use Herbs and Natural Medicine?
Natural Medicine and herbal remedies as an alternative or complementary therapy to pharmaceutical drugs should be considered under several circumstances, including: It is important to note that while herbal remedies can be effective in treating some health conditions, they may not be suitable for everyone and may interact with other medications. It is recommended to…
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Why should you use herbal analgesics instead of NSAIDS?
Herbal remedies are commonly used as alternative or complementary therapies for pain management, and there is a growing body of research evidence in support of using herbal analgesics instead of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Here are a few examples of such studies: A review published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology in 2013 found that herbal…
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What is Guggul and who should use it?
Many people are considering using Guggul for managing metabolic disease. Guggul, a resin derived from the mukul myrrh tree, has been traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine for various health purposes, including the treatment of metabolic disorders such as diabetes. There have been several studies conducted to explore the potential benefits of Guggul for preventing and…