Featured Article: Ginger: Herbal Remedies
Ginger root can be used in herbal remedies to reduce nausea and symptoms of arthritis. Learn more about ginger and how to use it to calm stomach problems and other ailments. See more »
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Herbal remedies are a safe and effective alternative for treatment of a range of conditions. It's estimated that nearly 80 percent of the world's population use herbs for some aspect of primary health care; explore our library of botanicals, herbs and remedies.
Herbal Remedies for Earaches
Although more common in children, earaches can happen at any age. Read about herbal remedies for earaches and find out about nutrients that help preserve ear health.
See more »Herbal Remedies for Fevers
By taking sweat-inducing herbs such as angelica, elderberry, rosemary, or yarrow, you can rid the body of the toxins contributing to a fever and help it break. Learn more about herbal remedies for fevers.
See more »Herbal Remedies for Menopause
For women age 45 to 55, menstrual cycles cease and menopause begins. Symptoms can include hot flashes, vaginal dryness, an increased risk of osteoporosis and heart disease. Learn more about menopause and herbal remedies to treat menopause.
See more »Herbal Remedies for Menstruation
Menstruation symptoms such as bloating and fatigue can be helped with herbal remedies. Taking parsley can help with bloating and black cohosh and feverfew can help with cramps. Learn more about menstruation and herbal remedies to treat its uncomfortable side effects.
See more »Herbal Remedies for Muscle Pain
Sprains, bruises and muscle soreness can be helped by eating vitamin C-rich foods to make strong blood vessels or by using an herbal compress to heal a sprain or sore muscle. Learn how to treat muscle issues with herbal remedies.
See more »Herbal Remedies for Sore Throat
A sore throat can be the result of a flu or irritants such as cigarette smoke. Herbs can reduce pain and inflammation and provide relief. Learn herbal remedies to treat a sore throat and how to make herbal lozenges.
See more »Herbal Remedies for Ulcers
Herbal remedies involving cayenne pepper, cabbage juice and other herbs and vegetables can help soothe and heal gastric and duodenal ulcers. Learn how to treat gastric and duodenal ulcers naturally with herbal remedies.
See more »Herbal Remedies for Warts
Warts reflect a slow immune system, so boosting immune function with echinacea and other herbs can prevent warts; outbreaks can be treated with garlic and onions. Learn more herbal remedies to warts.
See more »Hops: Herbal Remedies
Best known for their role in brewing beer, hops are also used in several herbal remedies. Learn how hops can be used help digestion problems and relieve anxiety, insomnia and menopausal symptoms.
See more »Horseradish: Herbal Remedies
More than just a sandwich condiment, horseradish has been used in herbal remedies for centuries. Learn how horseradish is used to treat sinus infections and urinary infections, and as a topical remedy for arthritis relief.
See more »Horsetail: Herbal Remedies
Also known as scouring rush, horsetail is a primitive plant used in a variety of herbal remedies. Learn how horsetail can help treat bladder infections and bladder weakness, and strengthen bone, hair, and fingernails.
See more »How to Shop for Herbal Products
When you cannot obtain a fresh herb for use as an alternative medicine, another option is an herbal supplement. Herbal products are available, but some are of substandard quality. Learn to shop for herbal products.
See more »Juniper: Herbal Remedies
Juniper berries have warming, stimulating and disinfecting properties and are used in many herbal remedies. Find out how juniper berries are used to treat urinary tract infections, joint pain and muscle pain, and much more.
See more »Lavender: Herbal Remedies
Cherished for its sweet, relaxing perfume, lavender is also used in herbal remedies. Find out how lavender can ease tension and anxiety, and learn how to use calming lavender essential oil around your home.
See more »Lemon Balm: Herbal Remedies
Sharp and vibrant, the lemon balm plant is used in several herbal remedies. Find out how lemon balm can alleviate anxiety and stress, and check out a recipe for refreshing lemon balm sorbet.
See more »Licorice: Herbal Remedies
Licorice is used in herbal remedies for a vast array of illnesses. Learn how the anti-viral and anti-inflammatory properties of licorice are used to treat ulcers, cold sores, flu and much more.
See more »Marshmallow: Herbal Remedies
Marshmallow has been used in several herbal remedies for centuries. Learn how the roots, leaves and flowers of the marshmallow plant can treat bladder infections, sore throats, bronchitis and more.
See more »Medical Uses for American Ginseng
American ginseng root is a prized herb that can help slow the absorption of sugars, helps the body cope with stress, and strengthens the immune system.
See more »Medical Uses for Garlic
Garlic is a herb that can combat several diseases and conditions, including lowering blood pressure, preventing blood clots, and reducing pain of rheumatoid arthritis.
See more »Medical Uses for Ginger
Ginger is an herb that can combat a variety of diseases and conditions is, due in part to its impact on excessive inflammation and swelling. Learn how this alternative medicine works.
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