Herbal Course

  Recommended Nutrition  Fatty Acids Essential fatty acids - reduce inflammation in the body and maintain the health of the skin. Sources: Nuts, almonds, pumpkin seeds, and flax seeds - these are good sources of vitamin E and essential fatty acids. Dietary Fiber  For those suffering from acne, it is recommended to increase the intake of dietary fiber that improves the function of the digestive system. Proper functioning of this system prevents constipation that inhibits the removal of waste from the body and causes the release of toxins from the intestine into the blood and thence into the skin. Sources: Legumes, fruits, vegetables, oats, psyllium, okra, flaxseed, oat bran, and pectin (found in the white part of the orange and apple peels). Pumpkin and Sunflower Seeds  These are rich in zinc , this is a mineral that helps strengthen the immune system and accelerates wound healing processes. Reduction in Carbohydrate Consumption Refined carbohydrates (white sugar is...

  Chamomile For congestion, runny nose and cramps in the respiratory system, mentally calms, strengthens the immune system. For itching and allergic skin reactions; Melissa One of the most prominent oils in the treatment of allergy conditions that are expressed in the skin and respiratory system, soothing and mentally encouraging, for breathing difficulties resulting from stress and anxiety and relieving asthma and cough conditions; Lavender  Lavender essential oil helps reduce allergic and inflammatory reactions in the body.  The lavender essential oil has natural antihistamine properties and can therefore be used on the skin to treat allergic reactions. The lavender essential oil can also suppress allergic reactions in the airways by sniffing directly from the bottle or burning in a burner. The soothing properties of lavender essential oil will allow for restful sleep, relieving cough, sneezing, and breathing. Click for more  Essential Oils For Treating Allergies...

  What is Aromatherapy? Aromatherapy is a branch of herbal medicine in which essential oils are used for the purposes of treatment, healing, and cultivation. Essential oils are extracted from the part that carries the scent in plants hence the name: aroma = scent, therapy = healing. The sense of smell was the most ancient and unmediated of the senses - everything in the brain's response to smell is immediate. Essential oils have a fast ability to penetrate the body, they penetrate us through thinking the smell, through the skin, and through the digestive system.  The use of oils and aromatic plants has been documented since time immemorial. The essential oils, aromatic oils and aromatic plants have been used ever since for healing, meditations, rituals, pleasure. Aromatherapy is an effective holistic method of treating health problems and can also be combined with other holistic treatment methods. The Essential Oils Properties  According to countless studies conducted ove...

  Garlic Helps Prevent Heart Disease It turns out that there is a direct link between garlic and heart disease and the connecting point is that garlic is good for the heart, or rather - for those who may suffer from heart disease. The effect of garlic in this area is related to the fact that eating garlic lowers the chance of developing heart disease, arrhythmias, and stroke. Garlic lowers the level of bad cholesterol in the body and thus prevents atherosclerosis and at the same time lowers blood pressure . In fact, the link between garlic and blood pressure is very successful because garlic triggers anti-hypertensive activity. The main ingredient in garlic, allicin is the one responsible for this action. Garlic May Help Those Who Suffer From Herpes One of the natural ways to relieve herpes is through using garlic. Garlic has anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial components and they help those who suffer from herpes. Medical studies conducted around the subject of herpes have sho...

  Foods to Avoid Do not eat foods that contain harmful additives. Not only can these harmful supplements cause unwanted reactions in the body, but they also contribute to the poisoning of the body which can manifest itself in skin problems. Check if you are allergic to any food. For more details, see  allergies and food sensitivities. There are foods that are particularly prone to eczemas such as milk and its products, citrus fruits, tomatoes, soy, and its products, oysters, eggs, wheat, and gluten. Do not eat saturated and solid fats, such as margarine. These fats interfere with the efficient metabolism of essential fatty acids. Avoid consuming inflammatory foods such as white sugar, spicy foods, milk and dairy products, caffeine, and alcohol. White sugar and caffeine can also raise the level of anxiety and stress, which in itself is another reason to avoid consuming them. Avoid spicy foods, such as hot peppers, onions, or garlic . Also, do not eat mutton, crabs, or shrimp....

  Help Weight Loss Studies show that there is a link between apple cider vinegar and weight loss. This is mainly because vinegar suppresses the desire to eat sweets, and helps cleanse toxins. Therefore, the more we use apple cider vinegar in combination with the daily menu, the faster we will help the body with metabolism and detoxification, and therefore we will maintain weight. How to combine apple cider vinegar on the menu? Add a teaspoon of vinegar to a salad or dilute with half a glass of water and drink at least twice a day. For Relieving Sore Throat One of the natural ways to treat sore throat and colds is to drink apple cider vinegar as it contains a large number of vitamins and probiotic ingredients. How to use it? Add 2 tablespoons of cider acid to a glass of water, mix and drink at least 3 times a day. For the Treatment of Candida Candida is a fungus that resides in the body of all of us, and it sometimes erupts and causes unpleasant side effects like gas, fatigue, and ...

  Ginger Contributes to the Well-Being of the Good Bacteria in the Gut and Works Against Disease-Causing Bacteria Research suggests that medicinal ginger contributes to the proliferation of the bacteria Bifidus and Lactobacillus. According to the researchers, medicinal ginger extracts are responsible for the delicate balance between the good bacteria and the bad bacteria in the gut. Bifidus bacteria reduce the risk of diarrhea , obesity, inflammatory skin diseases ( acne ), and asthma attacks. Lactobacillus bacteria reduce the risk of gastrointestinal infections due to viruses and bacteria, atopic diseases ( allergies ), and respiratory infections . The study also found that medicinal ginger extract also works against disease-causing bacteria. Nausea and Vomiting One of the known virtues of ginger root is in preventing nausea and vomiting. For years it has been found to be effective against nausea of various types, from seasickness, pregnancy nausea , and even nausea as a result of...

  Rinse with Saltwater This is one of the most common methods for treating sinusitis. Rinsing with salt water helps to eliminate the stubborn phlegm that disturbs your rest. Rinsing mouthwash once or twice a day retains moisture in the nasal membrane and at the same time cleanses the nasal passages of dirt, phlegm, and allergens. Aromatherapy This is a variation on the hot steam inhalation method. You can add a few drops of eucalyptus essential oil to the hot water for example. The main ingredient in eucalyptus oil, cineole, opens the airways and relieves inflammation. What to Drink? It is very important to drink a lot. Drink between 2-3 liters a day. Water with chlorophyll or lemon to cleanse the body and digestive system and strengthen the immune system Vegetable juices - Juice to strengthen the immune system: parsley, garlic , 5 carrots and 2 celery stalks Rich vegetable soup Green tea and elderberry or chamomile fruit tea are great for diluting phlegm and strengthening the im...

  Skin  Works to restore skin cells and clear dead cells, thus helping to treat skin problems caused by an allergy outbreak. Effective in treating rashes, eczema , fungus, and skin lesions. How to use: Soak a handful of calendula flowers in half a liter of boiling water for half an hour. Apply the bandage on the place in the relevant area. Vaginitis   Calendula oil combined with tea tree oil gives a good antiseptic compound. It is advisable to first check sensitivity to tea tree oil (sometimes it produces irritation to the skin of the body). Preparation: Add 5 drops of each from the oils to a sitting bath and rest in the water for 20 minutes. You can also drip 3-2 drops of each from the oils on a tampon and insert it into the vagina for an hour. Repeat twice a day. Menstruation Pain In cases of irregular menstruation or menstrual pain , you can make an infusion from the flowers and sweeten with natural maple or stevia. Click here for more health benefits of calendula Jo...