Copyright 2005 Andy Casasanta
Ever have a bee sting? Try rubbing an aspirin on it. Gum
in hair? Soak the gum-coated hair in Coke® and it should
wipe out easily. While not being a replacement for medical
attention, and you should always seek your doctor when you
feel you have to and please take these home remedies with a
grain of salt. Here you go and enjoy
ACNE, BLACKHEADS, AND PIMPLES:
Dab a small amount of toothpaste (paste, not gel) on
pimples before bed; this helps dry out the pimples. Apply
fresh lemon juice on the affected area overnight. Wash off
with warm water next morning. For acne that hasn’t seemed
to respond to anything, brew 2-3 tsp. dried basil leaves in
1 cup boiling water for 10-20 minutes, cool, and apply to
affected area with a cotton ball. Garlic has been used
successfully in the treatment of acne. Pimples disappear
without scars when rubbed with raw garlic several times a
day.
BLADDER INFECTION
Take a bag of fresh or frozen cranberries and boil them in
water (they will fall apart). Cool and drink. Don’t add
sugar! This remedy is also useful for people with kidney
problems.
DARK CIRCLES AROUND EYES
Make a paste out of 1 tsp. tomato juice, 1/2 tsp. lemon
juice, a pinch of turmeric powder, and 1 tsp. of flour.
Apply around eyes. Leave on for 10 minutes before rinsing.
ENERGIZER
Simmer 1 cup honey and 3 cup water together slowly. Allow
1 cup of the water to evaporate. Strain off the top
surface, and put the remaining liquid into a stoneware
crock or dark bottle. Put a towel over it so it can
breathe, yet be free of dirt. Place in a cool place. You
can add cinnamon, clove, or the juice of 2 lemons, if you
like. Take a glass of grapefruit and lemon juice in equal
parts to dispel fatigue and general tiredness after a day’s
work.
GUM IN HAIR
Soak the gum-coated hair in Coke® and it should wipe out
easily.
MOSQUITO BITES
Apply lime juice diluted with water on bites with cotton
ball. Apply one of the following to bites or stings to
reduce pain and swelling:aloe Vera gel, garlic oil, baking
soda and water, vinegar, honey, plantain tea, aspirin.
Hangover
Eat Crackers and honey. Honey has a high source of
fructose and will be helpful in removing the remainder of
the alcohol in your system. Aspirin for a headache or you
can chew on some willow bark, willow bark contains a
substance used in aspirin and will help your headache. You
can find it in a health food store if you want to try an
alternative to aspirin. Plenty of water, it will help flush
out the alcohol, also too much alcohol leaves the body
dehydrated, so have a drink of water.
Heartburn
Don’t lie flat on your back. Heartburn is caused by the
acid in your stomach moving upward to your esophagus. Try
having a bowl of rice pudding, made with milk, this should
help absorb stomach acid. Coffee and chocolate can inflame
heartburn, so avoid them if you can. If you heartburn is a
regular problem, you should think about going to the doctor.
Warts
Rubbing liquid vitamin A on the wart everyday will
eventually take it away, but it’s a slow process. Use
castor oil on the wart and then wrap the offending area up
tightly with a bandage. Repeat this 2 times a day.
Bad Breath
Try some parsley. This food garnish is rich in
chlorophyll, a green plant compound that kills the bacteria
that cause bad odor.
Chapped Lips
Try using castor oil. Carry a small squeeze bottle of the
oil and apply it with your finger often throughout the day.
Popular lip balms contain petroleum and alcohol, both of
which may dry the skin on your lips.
I’m sure this is the tip of the iceberg, but these are the
ones I know of. These home remedies are in no way a
replacement to a Doctors care so if you feel that you might
need to see a Physician, please do so.
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For centuries the olive leaf has provided a natural way to heal
many ailments of the body. This is due to the active agent in
olive leaf extract known as oleuropein. This bitter substance is
an element of the compound that is used by the olive tree to
ensure that the plant is vigorous and resistant to harsh weather
conditions, bacterial damage and insect attack. The antimicrobial
characteristic of olive leaf extract occurs when the oleuropein
breaks down in the body into elolenic acid. This acid interferes
with a pathogen’s ability to replicate. A beneficial byproduct of
this reaction is that a jump start is given to the immune system,
which begins to fight bacteria and infection on its own as well.
In addition to this powerful antimicrobial characteristic, olive
leaf extract improves circulation by increasing blood flow to the
coronary arteries and relieve arrhythmias. It has been found to
combat yeast infections by balancing the amount of candida in the
system. Warts have also been known to be vulnerable to olive leaf
extract as is toenail fungus.
Toenail fungus is a common, contagious condition that strikes
many people. Typically it occurs when the immune system is down
and once contracted is difficult to eliminate from the system.
Also referred to as onychomycosis, this widespread condition
accounts for a large proportion of nail disorders and can become
quite unsightly and painful. Beginning as discoloration or a
light colored spot under the tip of the toenail, this fungus will
continue to spread until the entire nail becomes thick and yellow
with rough and crumbling edges.
If no action is taken to destroy the fungus, the condition will
worsen and eventually the toenail will have a distorted shape,
the color may become green, brown, or black, and the toes may
begin to emit a foul odor. If the toenail fungus becomes
particularly severe, the toenail may be lost, causing
considerable pain and making the toe even more vulnerable to
additional infection.
Fortunately, toenail fungus does not have to be accepted as a
distasteful part of life. There are many treatments available to
eradicate the fungus that causes this unpleasant condition.
Utilizing the natural healing potential of olive leaf oil is a
safe and natural way to get rid of this unsightly and difficult
ailment. When purchasing olive leaf extract, it is important to
buy from a reputable company as the processing of the plant must
be done carefully to ensure that the extract is potent and
effective. This product may be purchased in tincture, capsules,
or salves that are made from the extract. In the form of a salve
it should be used as directed based on the potency of the active
ingredient of oleuropein.
When ingesting olive leaf extract it is important to begin slowly
to prevent what is known as Herxheimer reaction or “die-off.”
this is a reaction caused by the detoxification process that
presents flu-like symptoms such as fatigue, muscle aches,
headaches, diarrhea and vomiting. Typically this effect only
happens when large doses are taken without introduction. If the
treatment begins slowly and is gradually increased, this reaction
to detoxification is rarely seen.
A wise course of treatment for toenail fungus is to take one to
three capsules two times per day with meals. The olive leaf
extract should always be taken with meals to prevent stomach
upset and plenty of water, at least six to eight glasses daily.
It is essential to complete this therapy until the toenail fungus
is completely eradicated from the system. Even as the fungus dies
and the toenail begins to clear it is vital to continue the
treatment until the infected portion of the toenail has
completely grown out.
Once the fungus has been eliminated and the nail is completely
healthy, it is vital to take steps to ensure that the fungus does
not return. Keeping toenails clean and trim is important because
fungus can make a home under the nail, especially after
contacting fungus that may reside on other toenails or toenails
because of the contagious nature of the fungus. If you have
exceptionally sweaty feet, give them ample time to dry out during
the day, if possible. Wear socks that allow the feet to breathe,
such as those made from natural fibers like cotton. If you are
suffering from toenail fungus, it may also be necessary to
discontinue using nail polish as it can trap moisture under the
polish and encourage the growth of fungus.
These steps, in addition to maintaining a healthy immune system
and including olive leaf extract in your treatment should help
you eradicate any existing nail fungus and prevent the infection
from returning.
Copyright © 2005 Jonathan N. Group, R.D., D.C
Dr. Jonathan N. Group, B.S., R.D., D.C. is a Doctor of
Chiropractic, Registered Dietitian and Independent Research
Scientist. He has over 15 years of educational and research
experience in health care focusing in clinical nutrition,
alternative medicine, holistic healing, chiropractic, medical
testing, rehabilitation, physical medicine, nutritional
counseling, wellness, and personal training. His seminar
presentation experience includes various topics including but not
limited to health, healing, nutrition, weight loss, alternative
medicine, fitness, rehabilitation, back health and overall
wellness. Dr. Group is currently the Chief Executive Officer of
Fungal Research, L.L.C. and heads the research and development
team dedicated to producing advanced, new anti-fungal and
anti-microbial products. http://www.nail-fungus-toenail.com
