Natural Health Tips

It is rightly said that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. You know the maxim, but the big question is - how many of us practice the idea? Not many. We do not also often ask ourselves why we did not prevent an ailment, or illness, when it was knocking at our body's door with some of the most simple, and most effective, remedies available at home, or in the kitchen. This section presents you health tips from the world of natural, complementary and alternative systems of medicine - and, offers what you can do to prevent and manage common illnesses, naturally, and without side-effects.

It is said that 5 leaves of holy basil, taken on a daily basis, can help us avoid diseases such as hepatitis and typhoid.

Two basil leaves, a grain of salt, and a pinch of pepper powder, when applied and pressed against the affected tooth is said to be just as useful for toothache.

A glass of water, when taken along with a piece of jaggery after meals, is said to be effective in acidity, gas, and bloating.

The juice of carrot and tomato, mixed with some honey, is suggested to be a good tonic for children.

Health Tips for Women

Women are sensitive to the rhythms and cycles of nature. They also have a natural ability to judge the effect, for example, of every kind of food on their body. This is not all. They also have an inborn perception of what is beneficial to their body constitution and seasonal changes. This understanding also extends to their physical condition, including health affections that are common to either sex, but more peculiar to women. For example: high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, and cancers of the skin, cervix, breast, and colon. This section gives you quick insights on some of the most common health ailments women face in day-to-day life, and offers useful tips to help manage them.

•  Eating five or more servings of fruits and vegetables a day and less saturated fat can help improve your health and may reduce the risk of cancer and other chronic diseases.

•   Eat better, get regular exercise, and see your health care provider about any health concerns to make sure you are on the right track to staying healthy.

•   Find fun ways to stay in shape and feel good, such as dancing, gardening, cutting the grass, swimming, walking, or jogging.

•   Start drinking eight glasses of water daily. None of your body parts, from your brain to your toes, work well without adequate hydration.