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Allergic Reactions Hibiscus

Tuesday, August 17th, 2010

While the hibiscus plant is used since antiquity to treat different conditions, you must remember that their consumption may be related to certain unwanted complications such as allergies. In this note giving you information about what are allergic reactions that can produce the hibiscus.
The hibiscus plant is used by alternative medicine to treat various diseases such as hypertension, dyslipidemia, as antipyretic, in obesity, kidney stones, etc.

Although this herb has many therapeutic properties, it also has contraindications that should be taken into account. Among the side effects that may occur, are allergic reactions. Especially if he consumes it is sensitive to any of its components.

The hibiscus plant belongs to the Malvaceae family, whose active components consist of oils and resins. Sometimes these substances can cause allergic effects in sensitive individuals, causing hives and skin rashes.

Hibiscus commonly consumed by his tea, but it is important to note that the information available on the safety of this plant is limited. So if there is an allergic reaction after drinking the tea, its consumption should be suspended and seek medical advice in order to establish the exact cause of the allergic reaction.

Remember, before consuming any herb you must know all its properties and adverse effects.

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Properties of Celery

Tuesday, July 20th, 2010

Properties of Celery

Scientific Name: Apium graveolens L.

With a strong flavor and pleasant. Good ingredient in soups, salads and stews. It is rich in vitamins and can be found throughout the year.

Celery belongs to the family of the Umbelliferae (herbs with rhizomes, hollow stem and leaves scattered), is about 60 cms. tall, with a stalk thick, juicy and thick, furrowed and branched, with long leaves and cleaved and small white flowers. At its base forms a cylindrical stalk aspect of the emerging stems and leaves, giving the plant its distinctive look.

Celery was used in oriental medicine to treat hypertension. Contains anti-inflammatory that helps relieve the painful symptoms of gout. Is said to help reduce cholesterol levels and blood pressure. Helps relieve joint pain

The infusion of the seeds is used as a diuretic to relieve gout, rheumatoid arthritis and mild digestive stimulant. Due to the diuretic effect are very effective in the treatment of cystitis as they help to disinfect the bladder and urinary tract. Today, the seeds of celery are used to treat rheumatism and gout, as they help the kidney to remove urine and other toxins in addition to reducing the level of uric acid and the acidity level of the whole body. They are also useful to treat arthritis since they help to detoxify the body and stimulate the circulation in muscles and joints.

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Properties of Soymilk

Friday, July 16th, 2010

Properties of Soymilk

It is a “baby plant” from soybeans and water.

It is a very good source of essential amino acids needed for growth and development. It is a dietary supplement suitable for both children and elderly populations that frequently consume foods with high caloric value but contribute small proportions of amino acids.

The seeds contain a proportion of protein, 35%. And the best part is that the protein quality is very high, equivalent to those of animal protein.

Containing fatty acids are polyunsaturated: linoleic, linolenic and arachidonic fatty acids of omega-3 which abound in fish. It contains no cholesterol.

Soy contains isoflavones, which are plant estrogens, which have estrogenic action very small compared with the real body estrogen. It is believed that this is due to the protective action of soy against breast cancer in women.

It contains no lactose, no sugar, no cholesterol, making it a good alternative for lactose intolerant people and diabetics.

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Indications and medicinal uses of rosemary

Monday, July 12th, 2010

medicinal uses of rosemary

Food preservation
Most of the evidence for rosemary’s medicinal uses comes from clinical experience rather than scientific studies. However, recent laboratory studies have shown that rosemary slows the growth of some bacteria such as E. coli and S. aureus that are related to the decomposition of food, and may actually perform better than some of the food preservatives market today.

Alopecia
One of the traditional uses of rosemary has been to stimulate hair growth. In a study involving 86 people with alopecia areata (a disease of unknown cause characterized by significant hair loss, generally in patches) those masajeraon your scalp with rosemary and other essential oils (including lavender, thyme and olive cedarwood) every day for seven months experienced significant re – growth of hair compared to those without masajeraon your scalp essential oils. It is not entirely clear in this study if the rosemary (or a combination of rosemary and other essential oils) was responsible for the beneficial effects.

Cancer
Both laboratory studies such as those in animals suggest that the antioxidant properties of rosemary can be active against colon, breast, stomach, lung and skin. Should be carried out more research in this area, including human evidence before drawing conclusions about the value of rosemary for cancer.

It is also beneficial for hypotension (low blood pressure) exhaustion or stress .

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How Essential Oils

Monday, June 28th, 2010

There are various methods that offer us the ways how to make essential oils from different plants and for different purposes, one of them, which is associated with aromatherapy, or production of a special perfume.

But ultimately, the process of making essential oils are the same in all cases, has little variation between each method in accordance with the urgency or haste with which is required.

For example, essential oils of the fastest and most effective way to obtain, is the slow cooking of the plant to be treated, which should be fully submerged in olive oil or sweet almond, cooking should take about an hour and then filtered and packaged.

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Castor Oil for Good Health

Friday, June 25th, 2010

Castor oil

Castor oil (sometimes mistranslated as castor oil) has many properties of natural medicine that has been able to capitalize on countless opportunities. Aromatherapy apply it as one of the most comprehensive treatment, providing a very effective contribution to improving the overall health of individuals.

Castor oil benefits are numerous, and useful in many situations.

For example, when it comes to skin health of this essential oil helps to fight infections in our largest organ. This oil contains natural antimicrobial properties and helps in cases of inflammation, sunburn or stretch marks. Also, apply a little castor oil for wrinkles we can not only reduce, but to prevent future occurrence.

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Home made – to Remove Scar

Wednesday, June 23rd, 2010

The scar is left marks on the skin injury, burns or skin disease. Once damaged, repair of skin collagen and leaving a trail of injuries in the form of scar tissue.

Who does not have a scar somewhere on your body? we present some homemade recipe to remove these marks in the skin that you do not like much.

1. Daily application of honey, Aloe vera pulp of aloe oil and palm butter ricini scar area increase the skin’s appearance so adorable, so much it will cost you to identify where it is.

2. There are other options with the pulp of aloe vera, lime juice and two tablespoons of milk. First mix the lemon juice with milk and rub some on the scar. When dry, apply aloe vera pulp and covered with thin gauze. Leave overnight and the next day cream hydrates.

3. Collect the large shells, crush them with water, make a paste and apply on the scar area every day.

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Tips to Reduce Flatulence

Thursday, June 3rd, 2010

Foods that tend to harm us and therefore produce flatulence some tips to avoid this crime very uncomfortable.

It is good to drink lemon juice or two teaspoons of apple cider vinegar with each meal to improve digestion and reduce gas formation.

You can also create a spirit with thyme, sage and cumin. Preparation: Place in a glass bottle of one liter of liquor ¼, ¾ liter water, 1 teaspoon sage, 1 teaspoon cumin and 2 teaspoons thyme.

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More natural tips to prevent dark circles

Monday, May 31st, 2010

more natural tips to prevent dark circlesAlarm. You open your eyes. The crusts have seized them. You have much sleep. With effort yawn and get up. I put his slippers and go to the bathroom. And there, at that precise moment, you realize that your face is completely disfigured. “The major cause? Dark circles!

Easy, easy. These circles around your eyes tiolucanos be solved. Are formed for the reasons I have outlined here, and with some tinkering you can at least dispel home slightly.
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Lemon Grass

Monday, May 24th, 2010

lemon grassLemon Grass: A natural aspirin?

Given the slightest headache, industrialized Western societies automatically use aspirin and ibuprofen variants. However, the natural medicine chest of herbal medicine has a very large and healthy supply of herbal medicine for headache, without side effects and as effective as conventional medicines.

Australian Aborigines have long used the herb lemon (lemongrass English, and also known as lemon grass, lemon grass, lemon verbena, lemongrass or yerbalimón) for medicinal purposes, and a study conducted by Lyn Griffiths and her collaborators Griffith University in Australia have highlighted to combat headaches and migraines.
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