Natural Bad Breath Remedies

September 28, 2010 By Natural Health Reporter Leave a Comment

If you have a bad breath problem, you’ve probably tried to cover it up with throat sprays. Well, those can temporarily work, but they don’t actually fix the problem. Before you can try true natural bad breath remedies, though, the first step is to identify what is causing your bad breath.

Bad breath can generally be caused by one of two problems. The first problem is with the digestive system, which can cause an odor to rise up and come out through the mouth. The second is, of course, a problem in the mouth itself. So, here are some treatment tips, based on which form you have.

In The Mouth

The first thing to do, if you have a problem with your mouth, is talk to your dentist. Whether it’s an abscess, an infection or some other problem, the dentist can help. So, don’t be afraid to tell them that you have a halitosis (bad breath) problem.

One way to prevent a bad odor in your mouth is to brush thoroughly and often. By thoroughly, I mean brushing your teeth, gums and tongue. Some toothbrushes come with attachments for brushing the tongue specifically, in fact.

Another thing you can do is steep some parsley or fenugreek in water. Allow it to cool and then use it as a mouth rinse a few times a day. Both fenugreek and parsley neutralize odors. In fact, you can even chew on some parsley throughout the day, if you want to.

Another way to help yourself naturally cure bad breath is to simply eat more fruits and vegetables and reduce how many dairy products and red meats you eat. Canker sores, infections of the gums and other mouth problems are less likely to occur that way, since your mouth will be a more alkaline environment. That, of course, also means less risk of odors.

Digestive System

If you have a major digestive problem, such as acid reflux, treatment is a bit different. If you have other issues, like stomach ulcers, it can also be a major problem. In such cases, it’s best to talk to your doctor. Treating that problem should help to reduce the odor.

Of course, sometimes you can show no signs of illness and still have bad breath. In those cases, it’s best to examine what you’re eating. As mentioned above, fruits and vegetables can be very helpful.

Remember that fruit should always be eaten on its own or to start off a meal. That’s because eating it after you have protein or fatty foods in your system can cause it to take longer to go through your body. In other words, it can ferment in your stomach and go from being one of the best bad breath remedies to a cause of a major bad breath disaster.

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Exploring Jet Lag Remedies

September 24, 2010 By Natural Health Reporter Leave a Comment

If you’ve ever traveled a long distance by plane, you may have experienced jet lag. If not, you have to at least have heard of it. You might assume that making rapid time changes and being exhausted from it is unavoidable. Not only can you avoid it, though, but it’s actually necessary. So, how about exploring some jet lag remedies?

Defining Jet Lag

Jet lag is known, in medical circles, as desynchronosis. The easiest way to explain it is that it happens when the clock inside your body, called the circadian rhythm, gets messed up. Typically, that happens when you cross several time zones by plane.

Of course, time zones are split by vertical lines that separate the globe into sections. That means that you get jet lag by traveling east to west or west to east. You won’t get it by going north to south or south to north, since you don’t actually cross any time zones that way.

Jet Lag Symptoms

Most people think of jet lag as causing extreme tiredness. That’s not all there is to it, though. It actually tends to cause tiredness during the day, but inability to sleep at night. For someone who needs to be on the go for a business meeting or similar event, that can be a real problem.

In addition to all that, some cases of jet lag can cause severe headaches. Others can cause mood swings, depression and stomach ailments. So, it can be a really serious and annoying problem, even if it is temporary.

Speed Matters

When you cross a time zone in a car, it can upset your circadian rhythm, but not by much. That’s because you’re only crossing one time zone and you’re doing so at a very slow pace. If you were to cross, say, three time zones, though, you’d have a worse problem. Anyone who travels by plane can encounter that issue.

Treating Jet Lag

A medication called melatonin is one of the main ways to treat jet lag. In the US, it’s available over the counter. Some countries require prescriptions for it, though. An alternative is to use sunlight to treat the problem. By exposing yourself to bright sunlight for half an hour in the morning, your body can readjust to a new time zone.

There are also many other natural jet lag remedies that you can try. The biggest one is changing your diet when you travel. Reduce carbohydrate intake early in the day, for instance. Carbs will only make you sleepy. Also, don’t eat too many proteins before bed. They’ll only perk you up and make your jet lag worse.

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Do Home Remedies For Scabies Really Help?

September 16, 2010 By Natural Health Reporter Leave a Comment

Scabies is a condition that usually affects children. So, as a parent, it’s important to familiarize yourself with all remedies, including home remedies for scabies. Let’s discuss what scabies is and which remedies for it work.

A Mite Mess

The idea of scabies is enough to make your skin crawl. In fact, it can literally make a person’s skin crawl. That’s because it’s caused when tiny mites burrow into the skin and lay their eggs. These mites tend to travel just below the surface of the skin, leaving tracks that look like pencil lines.

A Change Of Name

Scabies is transmitted by skin on skin contact, which could be anything from kids playing to a parent and child holding hands to two adults having sex. Scabies can also be transmitted by our K-9 friends, though. That’s because dogs are also susceptible to it, but, in their case it’s called mange.

Mange also occurs in cats. However, feline mange is not the same as canine mange at all. The feline version can’t be passed to dogs or to human beings.

Treatments

The first home treatment for scabies is to simply not scratch. That could mean using home anti-itch remedies. For example, chamomile lotion or aloe can help to relieve itchiness temporarily. This also requires parents to be vigilant, since it’s hard to keep kids from scratching when you aren’t looking.

One natural way to treat scabies is with a mixture of neem oil and turmeric powder. You used to have to mix it yourself, but it now comes pre-mixed in creams and lotions for scabies treatment.

Another natural treatment option is tea tree oil. However, it’s important to dilute it, since it’s extremely strong. You can put 10 to 20 drops of it in a tub of water and bath in it, for example.

Feel Good Facts

One thing you should know about scabies mites is that they aren’t like head lice or fleas. That is, they don’t usually spread. They stick mainly to human skin. So, you don’t usually need to worry about all of the fabrics in your house becoming infected. However, anyone who has scabies should wash the sheets and blankets every day after they sleep.

Another good thing to know is that scabies are fairly easy to get rid of. However, it’s important to be vigilant, since their eggs can hatch after initial treatment and new mites can sometimes survive.

Home remedies for scabies can work, but they usually take longer than traditional treatment. The primary reason to use home remedies is if you happen to be allergic to the traditional medication. In any case, talk to the doctor to confirm your scabies case and they can suggest treatment options.

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The Basics Of Natural Earache Remedies

September 13, 2010 By Natural Health Reporter Leave a Comment

Relieve Ear Pain With Natural Earache RemediesEaraches can be a real problem for a lot of people. Kids are especially prone to frequent earaches. Many of them grow out of that, but some of them have the problem into adulthood. So, whether you have a problem with them or your child does, here are some things that you should know about natural earache remedies.

Inner Middle And Outer Ear

The first thing that you need to know is that infections come in two forms, outer and inner (middle) ear infections. Outer ear infections are the most common and can usually be simply treated with home remedies.

However, infections of the middle ear can actually wind up popping the eardrum. That can cause a person to become permanently deaf. Also, inner ear infections are not usually painful, but can be dangerous because they alter a person’s sense of balance. That can make it easier to fall, in many situations.

So, it’s absolutely vital that you talk to your doctor, or your child’s doctor, as the case may be. The doctor can identify the problem and tell you whether or not you can use home remedies to treat it. If they say yes, here are some treatments to try.

Cover Your Ears

Ear infections are often caused by exposure to cold wind or water. So, particularly in bad weather, it’s important to wear hats and ear coverings. We can’t always control our children, though. So, the next best thing is to get them warm and dry as quickly as possible, if they go out uncovered in cold or wet weather.

Swimmer’s Ear

If you or your child swim often, it can create an infection of the ear. That can also happen if your child insists on putting their head under water in the bath tub. That doesn’t mean they should stop swimming or bathing, obviously. However, you may want to start putting a couple drops of white vinegar in their ears after each bath or swim. That will help to ward off ear infections.

Olive Oil And Garlic

Olive oil can help to clear out ear wax. Garlic can help to reduce infection. So, you can try blending 3 tablespoons of the former with one clove of the latter and then drop three drops into the ear.

The problem with natural earache remedies, such as the garlic and olive oil one, is that they require laying down and being as still as possible for an extended time. In this case, at least half an hour is required. So, not all kids will tolerate such a treatment. If that’s the case, talk to your doctor about faster alternatives. Also, be sure to talk to the doctor if any of the above treatments don’t start to work after a day or two.

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Home Remedies For Bladder Infection Problems

September 11, 2010 By Natural Health Reporter Leave a Comment

Although there are home remedies for bladder infection problems, you can’t just try them all. First, it’s important to understand what is causing you to have bladder infections. Then, you can tailor a treatment plan to your own needs.

Bladder Infection Definition

There are four areas involved in the processing of urine. They are the bladder, of course, the kidneys and the transportation systems that move the urine from one to the other (ureters) and out of the body (urethra). If an infection occurs in any of the four it’s more accurately called a urinary tract infection, or UTI.

How It Happens

There are three major causes of a UTI. One is when bacteria get into the urethra. That can happen occasionally or be the result of a chronic illness that causes bladder problems. Another form of UTI can be transmitted through sexual relations and a third can happen as a result of certain types of surgery having to do with the urinary system.

Urine is actually a very sterile substance. In fact, it is used in some circles to clean and kill bacteria. However, when it doesn’t pass through the system quickly enough or becomes contaminated by outside sources, bacteria can show up and quickly multiply.

The Symptoms

There are several possible symptoms of a UTI. One of the big indicators is if you have a burning feeling when you try to pee. You may also have the feeling that you need to go often, but not be able to go much at all. Also, if you do go, the urine could be cloudy or even have a reddish tint to it.

You also need to look out for more severe symptoms, such as nausea and stomach pain. High fevers are another indication. Any of those severe symptoms can indicate the potential for kidney damage. So, you should talk to your doctor immediately.

Home Remedies

One of the best ways to treat or prevent a bladder infection is by drinking a lot of water. If your infection is strictly in the urethra, a water flush can often get rid of it. It requires a lot of water, though. Specifically, you should be drinking about 8 ounces of water every half an hour to flush out the infection.

Another thing that you can do to help prevent or cure a UTI is drink a lot of cranberry juice. The proanthocyanins in cranberry juice are very beneficial to your urinary tract health. They keep bacteria from sticking to urinary passage walls. That means that urine can flush the bacteria out of your system a lot quicker.

If you can’t handle drinking so much water and juice in one day, you’re in luck. One of the home remedies for bladder infection that you can do is take cranberry in pill form. Such supplements are sold at many health food stores and can work just as well as drinking the juice.

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BoilX Boils Relief Review

September 6, 2010 By Natural Health Reporter Leave a Comment

BoilX Boils Relief
There are so many new releases on a monthly basis in the natural health and remedy arena that it can be hard to keep an eye on all of them. Most are just small variations or knock-offs of existing products. But luckily, there are always a few which look very promising. When it comes to natural treatments and remedies for skin boils, one that is looking very good is BoilX Boils Relief.

Boils and skin abscesses are skin problems that can be very difficult to deal with. Aside from the pain and discomfort, they often erupt in the worst places imaginable – under the arms, on the inner thighs, in creases and folds of the skin, even on your face. If you suffer from boils, it’s important you have a plan for both preventing them and for dealing with the symptoms if they do happen to appear.

There are actually no less than three main qualities which set BoilX boils relief above and beyond their competition. These 3 unique features include fast relief, natural ingredients for safety and cost effectiveness. Let’s discuss each one of these attributes, shall we?

The main purpose of BoilX is to provide fast, natural relief for skin boils. It’s best to use the product as soon as you feel a boil coming on so that it can work to reduce the symptoms and minimize suffering. All that’s required is 2 simple sprays of the formula under the tongue. It can be used as needed up to 3 times per day for fast, effective relief naturally.

Natural ingredients are the cornerstone of the BoilX formula. By using high-quality homeopathic ingredients, you’re able to relieve pain, stinging, swelling, itching, heat and inflammation safely. You can feel good about using BoilX because ingredients are pure and top-of-the-line.

BoilX Active Ingredient List:

  • Anthracinum 30X
  • Baptisia Tinctora 3X (Wild Indigo)
  • Calcarea picrica 6X
  • Echinacea Angustifolia 3X (purple cone flower)
  • Hepar Sulphur 200C
  • Mercurius corrosivus 200C
  • Pyrogenium 200C

Even the best treatment in the world will not help if it’s out of reach and overpriced for your budget. Fortunately, BoilX is priced so that just about anyone can afford to relieve their boils. And, if you buy multiple bottles you’ll save even more with added discounts.

Of course no product is without flaws and the main disadvantage as I see it for the Boilx boils relief formula is probably that you have to be sure to have it on hand before you actually have boils on your skin. It works best if used at the very first sign that a boil is likely to develop, so if you’re prone to outbreaks you’ll want to have some BoilX on hand before you actually need it.

But all in all, BoilX natural boils relief treatment appears to be an exceptionally good product with a lot of benefits to using it. It’s definitely worth your time to have a closer look at it, maybe even give it a try.

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Choosing Remedies For Menstrual Cramps

September 5, 2010 By Natural Health Reporter Leave a Comment

An unfortunate issue for almost all women is severe menstrual cramping at certain times in their lives. That’s why choosing the right remedies for menstrual cramps is so important. After all, we all want fast relief at such times.

You can’t exactly wait all week for a cure to kick in because, by then, the cramps would be done anyway. So, let’s look at the causes of menstrual cramps and some treatments that will work quickly to ease cramping pain.

Menstrual cramps fall into two categories, though they feel the same. They’re called primary and secondary dysmenorrhea. Primary usually happens in younger days, under the age of 25. Age or pregnancy and child birth generally cause the cramps to decrease later in life.

Secondary dysmenorrhea, though, can be experienced by women of any age. It’s caused by other issues, such as an IUD for birth control, endometriosis or ovarian cysts.

If you believe you have secondary dysmenorrhea, you should talk to your doctor immediately. He or she can help you to identify and treat the root cause, which could be serious in nature. It’s better to get treatment quickly and not allow things to get out of control.

Natural Treatments For Menstrual Cramps

If you have primary dysmenorrhea though, there are easier options. There are actually many natural treatments for the cramping including:

Warmth

Warmth is one of the greatest remedies for cramps. The best part is that everyone can come up with something warm, so it’s one of the easiest treatments. You can use a wet, hot cloth on your womb region. You can take a hot shower or bath. You can even use a heating pad or hot water bottle. In any case, the heat can help.

There are a couple reasons that heat helps. One is that it relaxes the muscles in your body. The other, of course, is that it relaxes you mentally. That brings us to the next point.

Stress Reduction

Stress reduction is absolutely vital for reducing menstrual cramping. The more stressed you get about the pain, the more pain you’ll be in. So, it’s important to use relaxation techniques, such as heat application, to suck the stress out of your body.

Supplements, Herbs And Exercise

Finally, some of the best remedies for menstrual cramps are supplements, herbs and exercise. Zinc, calcium and vitamin B are a few of the beneficial supplements that you could take. As far as herbs go, you might try cohosh, cramp bark or primrose oil. As for exercise, well, that should be done all the time. Even when you have cramps, try light exercises or yoga. You’ll find yourself feeling better in no time at all.

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