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What is a common dose for Valerian tincture?
I was wondering if anyone can tell me how many drops or how much of Valerian tincture is a common dose for anxiety (for an adult). Thank you!
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Sep
01
If herbs are dried, will they be as effective as live herbs?
That depends on the specific herb, how you plan to prepare it and what its intended purpose is.
Generally speaking, herbs are more potent when fresh. This is why the best herbal tinctures are made with fresh herbs. Herbal poultices are also much more effective Read the rest of this entry »
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Aug
30
I have Hypothyroidism and my thyroid was removed about 6 yrs ago. At this time I'm having a problem affording my perscription meds and was wondering if I can just take some herbal remedies instead?
herbal tinctures – Please help, any natural ways to help prevent …
LearningHerbs.com is a family run, handcrafted business.Please help, any natural ways to help prevent, cure, and treat migraines?My mother has suffered.
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LearningHerbs.com is a family run, handcrafted business.I accidentally touched my tongue after using some diluted essential oil, is this toxic?I was using some.
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LearningHerbs.com is a family run, handcrafted business.Ok so you might find the next few links interesting. These are from around the web, just random snippets.
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Aug
28
First off, what is it?
Does it get you faded? If so, how long do the effects take?
Do you just drink it?
What are the doses?
How to MakeYour Own Herbal Tinctures! | The Majickal Garden
Herbal Tinctures Also called Ethinol Extracts, are a popular way to take herb tonics. Tinctures are easy to take and powerfully absorbed pretty.
Native Remedies Ear-Heal Internal Herbal Tincture | Health Life
Ear-Heal Drops are especially formulated for adults and children over 10 years old and are of special benefit in maintaining and promoting ear health and.
Mountain Rose Herbs ~ Herbal Tinctures
Mountain Rose Herbs, a bulk supplier of organic herbal products, has introduced a new line of locally and organically produced herbal tinctures.
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Aug
26
Insomnia Cure – Natural Remedies For Insomnia
Insomnia is a sleeping disorder characterized by having trouble falling or staying asleep. It’s one of the most common medical complaints.
It is unavoidable and perfectly normal that we cannot sleep well from time to time, but chronic insomnia is another story. Read the rest of this entry »
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Aug
24
Natural Home Treatments For Stretch Marks
STRETCH MARKS
Stretch marks (striae) are relatively common, even in males. It is not completely understood how they form, but there are several theories. One is that stretch marks form simply when the skin is stretched to the point of breaking and a scar is formed. Another interesting theory is that stretch marks are caused by an increased level of glucocorticoids (cortisol). Glucocorticoids prevent connective tissues from forming the collagen and elastin fibers need to keep the skin tight, and dermal layer then tears. Some people may be more genetically prone to stretch marks than others. Skin type may be a factor; dryer skin has less elasticity than oily skin, and is more prone to stretch marks.
TREATING STRETCH MARKS
There are several extra steps you can take for the reduction of your stretch marks. Consider your skin care regimen, and fine-tune it to meet the needs of skin that is damaged, requires cellular repair and the stimulation of collagen and elastin production.
Nutrition: An adequate amount of water, vitamins E, C, selenium, and alpha lipoic acid, as well as enough monounsaturated fats (olive oil) and gamma lineolic acid (borage oil) are vital for keeping your skin strong and healthy and able to repair itself.
The basic treatment for the reduction of the appearance of scars is to regularly 1) remove the overgrown scar tissue with brisk exfoliation and then 2) encourage the regrowth of normal tissues with use of nutrients and conditioners.
If stretch marks have formed because of weight gain, reducing bodyfat stores (losing weight) can help reduce the appearance of stretch marks by releasing pressure from the skin.
Exfoliation: Stretch marks are similar to scars, there can be either a build up of scar tissue, which results in a raised stretch mark, or tearing and obvious depressions in the skin. Stretch marks respond well to vigorous exfoliation with both mechanical and chemical means. Your goal is to break down the malformed collagen and have it slough off, while new, properly constructed collagen and skin cells are formed below. You may wish to perform at least a light exfoliation on the stretch marks on a daily basis. You can use a massage tool to improve the breakdown of scar tissues. Applying alpha hydroxy peel products, such as retinol, glycolic or lactic acid, has shown to be effectiv
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Protection: After exfoliating, apply antioxidant formulas with A, E, C, and alpha lipoic acids to protect the new skin cells from damage. If skin is to be exposed to the sun, apply a sunscreen to prevent further breakdown of newly formed skin cells.
Moisturizer: After exfoliating skin and applying antioxidants, moisturize the area thoroughly. If you are prone to stretch marks, remember to moisturize your body skin daily to avoid developing more stretch marks with weight changes. Aloe Vera should be used to improve skin microcirculation, followed by a layer of lipid-based cream or lotion.
Other Treatments:
Sleep: Get plenty of sleep to help your skin regenerate.
Milk Bath: You can soak your entire body with softening lactic acid by adding a cup or two of skin milk powder to your bath and soaking for 15 to 20 minutes several times a week. For extra enjoyment, add a few drops of your favorite scent to the bath. Rinse the milk bath off under the shower, but do not use soap. If you’re sweaty or dirty, take a quick shower with a mild soap before your milk bath. Moisturize your body skin thoroughly afterwards.
You can prepare your own tinctures and creams, or look for commercial products that contain ingredients known to improve the appearance of stretch marks.
The following nutrients may be helpful in the treatment of stretch marks:
Natural Internal Treatments for Stretch Marks
Vitamin C
Borage Oil
Alpha Lipoic Acid
Copper
CoQ10
Flax Seed Oil
Horsetail
MSM
Palm Oil
Natural External Treatments for Stretch Marks
Natural Exfoliation Agents
Apricot kernal scrub
Bromelain
Dead Sea Salts
Dessicated Milk Powder (lactic acid)
Papain
Rolled Oats
Sea Salt
Brown Sugar (glycolic acid)
White Willow Bark, ground (salicylic acid)
Vitamin A Oil
Natural External Rejuvenation Agents
Almond Oil
Aloe Vera Gel
Alpha Lipoic Acid
Borage Oil
Boxthorn herb
Bergamot
Sea Buchthorn
Clary Sage
Grape Seed Extract
Comfrey Herb
Safflower Oil
Rosemary Herb
Coconut Oil
Sunflower & Safflower Oil
Vitamin E & Vitamin A oil
Squalene Oil
Remember that the reduction of stretch marks is a two step process. First, the malformed collagen cells must be broken down by mechanical or chemical means. Secondly the new underlying skin layers must be encouraged to grow properly and with proper nutrition and hydration.
With a little diligent effort, the appearance of stretch marks can be reduced and improved.
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Fawn Bales has studied and practiced alternative and herbal medicine for over 20 years. She has also studied aesthetic technology and cosmetology. She is the co-author of two natural beauty books and is a managing editor of Botanical Beauty Lab, a women’s free resource for natural health and beauty information at www.botanicalbeautylab.com
Well, I recently had to put my dog in a kennel for a day, so that I could go out of town, so I went to get her a bordatella. Anyways, I'm just wondering is it still possible for her to of gotten the kennel cough even though I got her the bordatella? If so what's it like? I only ask because she's been spitting up all day, throwing up, and it sounds to me like a cough. The only other thing that I can think of that MAY be bothering her is that they gave her a different food then what she eats at home. Thanks a bunch!~
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Toenail fungus affects approximately 40 million people in the US. This condition is caused by a fungus that may be a result of bad foot care or aging. The fungus thrives on warm humid conditions and attacks the nail and nail bed. The fungus is very hard to get rid of, so let’s ask the question: What is laser Read the rest of this entry »
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Aug
20
What is Angular Cheilitis?
Angular cheilitis is also called perlèche, cheilosis or angular stomatitis. It is a lesion (abnormality of the body tissue) occurring around the labial commissure (corner of the lips). It frequently appears on both sides of the mouth. It presents itself as profound cracks and sometimes Read the rest of this entry »
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Aug
18
I hope you’ve been enjoying my posts lately. I thought I might do something different today and rustle up a few bits of info from around the WWW. These are some of the news items and blog posts that have been popular over the last few weeks. Leave me your thoughts.
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Aug
16
The Rise Of Alternative Therapy
There is no question about it, we have all become much more health-conscious in recent years. We have become less likely to trust what the medical profession says, more suspicious of what food manufacturers say about the foods they distribute and generally more inclined to Read the rest of this entry »
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