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Recommended Nutrition for Kidney and Bladder Stones

  Reducing Salt/Sodium Intake The human body carefully regulates sodium levels. When excess sodium is excreted in the urine, calcium is also excreted proportionally. In other words, the more sodium is consumed and excreted, the more calcium will be lost in the urine. Excess calcium in the urine can lead to the re-formation of stones: an increase in salt in the diet causes an increase in salt in the urine and an excess secretion of calcium and thereby increases the risk of calcium stones. Patients must reduce dietary salt levels, including fast foods, packaged or canned foods, and salty snacks. Paying attention to food packaging labels can be important. Eating in restaurants scares control over sodium intake. The goal is to consume less than two grams of sodium per day. A clinical dietitian can be used to achieve this goal. Citrus Fruits Citrus fruits that contain citrate will reduce the risk of stones, this is true of orange and lemon juice, but in contrast, grapefruit juice incre...

How to Treat Phlegm and Cough Naturally

  Basic Tips Stop smoking Do not drink cold drinks, drinks at room temperature are better for your health Avoid chemicals like detergents and paint. They have a negative effect on the nose, throat and lungs Eat spicy foods with chili and ginger, they are great for cleansing phlegm Do not swallow the phlegm, gargle it with saltwater and spit it out Consumption of Foods that Reduce Phlegm Such as rye (mostly whole), pearl barley, celery, rocket, arugula, green onions, leeks, sprouts, Azuki beans, mung beans , horseradish, green tea, chamomile tea, green apples, apple cider vinegar , lemon . Hot Bath This is another good way to be exposed to hot fumes that will help release cough and phlegm . It is also recommended to direct the flow of warm water towards the face and thus relieve the pressure on the sinuses . Join my online   herbal course , now in udemy 

Autumn Symptoms : Natural Methods

Legumes Chickpeas , beans, and lentils of all kinds will increase the body's heating level. If you want warming food and especially a natural and proper diet in the fall, add legumes to soups, salads, and cereals. A healthy bonus, legumes are a good source of protein. Porridge  Water-based or non-dairy oatmeal using almond milk, rice, or soy are a source of dietary fiber and zinc which is known for its great contribution to strengthening the immune system  and improving mood. Today there are many options for quick preparation of oatmeal and you can add nuts and fruits to the porridge. Eating porridge in the morning will give energy and warm the body. Skin Care Drink, water, and lots. As much as you make sure you drink in the summer, in the winter you need no fewer fluids. Your skin will thank you for it. Be sure to apply moisturizer Eat plenty of vegetables and fruits that are rich in vitamin C and beta carotene, which are considered to be effective antioxidants essential f...

Treating Hypotension Using Natural Methods

  Basic Tips Drink plenty of water, vegetable and fruit juices and sports drinks. Moderate addition of salt to the menu. Drinking rosemary tea (raises blood pressure) instead of coffee Use of "warming" spices: cinnamon, ginger , curry, hot paprika. Balanced consumption of all the nutrients Exercise: 60 minutes a day: brisk walking, or cycling, or swimming, inverted postures (head to knees, standing shoulders) Basil  In order to treat the problem of low blood pressure, a drink should be made from basil leaves. Take some fresh leaves, cut them into small pieces, and boil in water until a drink is formed. Filter the water to remove the leaf residue. The drink should be drunk every morning, it will help raise blood pressure. If the taste is too bland you can add maple to the drink to give it a better taste. Almond Potion Take 5-10 fresh almonds and soak them in water all night, then peel and chop them well. The chopped almonds should be added to a glass of milk and boiled. Mix we...

How To Treat Acne Naturally

  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...

Garlic: Health and nutritional benefits

  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...

Anemia: Natural Methods

  Alternative Medicine Nutrition, naturopathy, and herbal medicine are very effective for a state of anemia, they strengthen the blood by the external material energy.    Acupuncture supports the body so that it can get the most out of food and produce good quality blood from it. Reflexology, tuina, and shiatsu - strengthen the body so that the organs can function more efficiently.  Recommended Nutrition  Foods are rich in chlorophyll such as spirulina and green leaves, red grapes, blueberries and blackberries, molasses, seaweed. A complete protein that strengthens the blood can be obtained from a combination of grains and legumes, or legumes and nuts and seeds. Folic acid is found in yeast, leafy vegetables, legumes, nuts. Note that folic acid is destroyed during prolonged cooking. Relatively large amounts of iron are found in foods - whole grains, soybeans, dark green leaves, seaweed, wheat germ, molasses, apricots, prunes, raisins, nuts, pine nuts, pistachios...

How to Treat Eczema Naturally

  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....

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Disease (PCOS): Natural Treatment

  Medical Massage of the Abdomen and Pelvis The ARVIGO method is a unique abdominal massage technique that works to balance the female hormonal system and improve its function. Through the massage, we will improve the blood flow to the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries and we will improve the drainage of waste from them. The abdominal massage treatment helps the female reproductive organs to heal themselves and reach optimal function. Abdominal massage also helps in coping emotionally with the syndrome and its associated stressors. Recommended Nutrition   Maintain a balanced diet and low carb and low protein intake and prefer vegetarianism and consumption of foods rich in B12, lowering sugar, and white bread because of the high level of insulin lowering coffee, chocolate, and cola. It is recommended to avoid cow's milk because of the hormones found in milk A recent study for women with polycystic ovary syndrome who had difficulty conceiving showed that eating a large m...

Rheumatism Arthritis: Natural Treatment

  Recommended Nutrition Flax seeds and walnuts that work against inflammation.   Cruciferous vegetables, such as broccoli and cauliflower , have anti-inflammatory properties.   Fresh pineapple juice containing bromelain, an enzyme that has been shown to reduce the intensity of inflammation.   Drink plenty of water, which cleanses the body of waste and toxins and prevents dehydration.   Diuretic foods such as parsley and celery, detoxify the body.   Fresh vegetables and whole grains, which contain dietary fiber that help remove waste that has accumulated in the intestines.   Sulfur-rich foods such as asparagus, cabbage, garlic , onions, and blueberries, which inhibit the breakdown of collagen and thus contribute to a slowdown in the breakdown of cartilage.   "Good", unsaturated fats, found in olive oil, whole sesame tahini, avocado, nuts, and almonds. Essential oils  Cypress An oil that has astringent, antiseptic, stimulates blood circulation...

How Can Apple Cider Vinegar Improve your Health

  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 ...

How to Relieve Menstrual Pain Naturally

  Yoga In yoga, practicing different poses can help resolve or relieve menstrual pain: fetal position or fetal position with arms outstretched, any practice that includes curving and concaving or curving and straightening the back ('cat'), butterfly practice - bringing the thighs closer to the abdomen lying on the back, twisting a spine while sitting east or lying on the back. Mainly ensuring more movement than staying in poses for a long time and more activation of pressure and then its release in order to release the tension and put prana into the lower back and abdomen area. Relaxation should be done with knees bent or legs straight when a pillow is placed below the knees, or on the side with a pillow between the thighs. Massage with Essential Oils to Relieve Menstrual Pain Massage with aromatic essential oils , such as lavender oil, sage oil, or marjoram oil, relieves menstrual cramps. In a study published in 2012, researchers divided 48 women into two groups. One group re...

Natural Treatment for Varicose Veins

  How to Prevent Varicose Veins It is recommended to avoid sitting or standing for a long time in the same position. It is advisable to change body position every half hour or so. It is advisable to raise the legs with a pillow to relieve pain or discomfort. Regular exercise helps improve blood flow to the limbs and even helps maintain normal body weight. Herbal Medicine -  Consult with Herbalist There are medicinal herbs that help treat varicose veins and even prevent them. These herbs improve the durability of vein walls, reduce the calcification of blood vessels and make them more flexible, and of course,  herbs that know how to improve blood circulation and prevent stagnation of blood vessels in one place. For example, Hamamelis, Ruscus, Gotu kola, and Berries.  Proper Nutrition Foods that are rich in dietary fiber are highly recommended for people who have a tendency to varicose veins - fiber prevents constipation which has the power to aggravate varicose veins...

Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) : Natural Methods

Herbal Medicine  Medicinal herbs help in hormonal balance in a natural way and without side effects. The medicinal herbs are rich in natural antioxidants that protect the body's tissues and contribute to the body's vitality and allow a natural solution to reduce the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome. Herbs also help improve liver function, metabolism in the body, and cleanse the body of toxins in an effective and natural way. Treatment of Depression To improve serotonin levels, use factors that support the production of serotonin (transmits nerves that form in the brain. Decreased serotonin affects the mood, to the point of depression. ) Which are: Vitamin 6B, GABA, 50B, folic acid, and the amino acid tryptophan. In order to increase the supply of the latter, alimony must be separated. Since it is the carbohydrates that transport the amino acid tryptophan to the brain, it is not advisable to eat carbohydrates with the proteins, which are in competition with tryptophan. The carb...

How Ginger Can Improve Our Health

  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...

Home Remedies for Treating Hemorrhoids (Piles)

  Food to Avoid Fats and oils slow down the activity of the digestive system. Beware of fried foods or foods rich in saturated fat. Caffeine and alcohol cause dehydration and aggravate the condition of hemorrhoids. Avoid sugary foods and spicy foods. These foods tend to aggravate the condition of hemorrhoids. Some hemorrhoid problems are caused due to food allergies. Review about food allergies and sensitivities and adopt the elimination diet described in it. This way you can find out if you need to exclude certain foods from your diet. The foods that cause the most common hemorrhoids are cow's milk, wheat, citrus fruits, tomatoes, and peanuts. Ice Ice is one of the best ways to use hemorrhoids because it narrows the blood vessels, reduces swelling, and provides immediate relief from the pain. Wrap some semi-leading ice cubes in a piece of cloth. Put it on the affected area for 10 minutes. Repeat the process several times a day. Starting the Day With Lemon and Olive Oil It is recom...

Relive Back Pain: Natural Treatment

  Hot or Cold Compresses An ice pack should first be placed on the back pain area to reduce inflammation by narrowing the blood vessels and reducing swelling. Do not use ice for more than five minutes at a time, as it may freeze the skin and soft tissues. After two days, a heat pack should be placed on the pain area to increase blood flow. Physical Activity Persist in physical activity alone or in a group setting to strengthen and balance the muscles. Exercising the muscles over time will cause the muscles to better support the vertebrae of the spine during rest and movement, resulting in reduced back pain. Acupuncture for Chronic Back Pain A large-scale study involving thousands of patients has shown that acupuncture both reduces pain and improves functioning. Due to such and other studies, the American Medical Association published in February in the prestigious Annals Internal Medicine newspaper a recommendation for acupuncture as an effective method for treating lower back pain...

How to Relieve Sinusitis Using Natural Methods

  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...

How to Reduce Stress and Anxiety Naturally

  Recommended Nutrition  A positive lifestyle change includes planning healthy and nutritious meals throughout the day, with natural anxiety treatment it is recommended to eat small meals every few hours in order to maintain a stable blood sugar level. Processed foods, including sweets and snacks, should be avoided as much as possible. Meal planning and quality will reduce the severity of symptoms and help prevent binge eating attacks and avoid comfort foods that ultimately create guilt and increase anxiety. Meal planning will also contribute to the overall sense of taking responsibility and concern for ourselves and thus enhance the overall sense of balance and proper management of our lives. It is recommended to consume foods full and rich in nutrients that will contribute to the general feeling of the animals and improve the mood. Recommended foods for natural anxiety treatment: asparagus, avocado, almonds and nuts, kale, whole grains, pumpkin seeds, turmeric. Exercise Exer...

How To Treat Vaginal Candidiasis Naturally

  Candida develops naturally in the vagina of about 50% of women without causing any symptoms. Any change in the natural balance in the vagina leads to an overgrowth of Candida and this causes the appearance of vaginal fungal symptoms. The change can be due to taking antibiotics or hormonal change, such as the one that occurs during pregnancy . Nutrition The candida mushroom "loves" sugars and carbohydrates, so it is recommended to adhere to a diet that prevents the fungus culture in the vagina, ie a diet low in sugars, simple carbohydrates, and yeast (such as sugar and white flour, alcohol). In recent years, the "Candida diet" has developed, which includes building a customized nutritional menu to remove the factors that create fertile ground for the development of the fungus. The process of dietary change should be accompanied by a professional and qualified caregiver, such as a clinical nutritionist. Coconut Oil Plants have their own protections against yeast and...