HOME REMEDIES
Do They Work Or Not?
For centuries, people have turned to natural remedies for
colds, upset stomachs, teeth challenges & natural remedies
to fight common ailments.
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- As appealing as the notion of natural remedies is for some of us, however, not all such remedies are safe or effective.
- In fact, some herbal & vitamin supplements don’t even have to meet safety standards required by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA).
- Because herbal supplements contain plants, the FDA considers them to be food.
- As a result, the manufacturers who produce these products aren’t required to perform clinical trials or follow the manufacturing & labeling laws required for prescription & over-the-counter drugs.
- What’s more, some of these remedies may interact with over-the-counter or prescription medications so that's why experts recommend talking with a doctor before trying a natural remedy.
Black Cohosh
- This plant seems to cool things off for some women during menopause.
- The science behind it is still hazy, though.
Chamomile
- While some studies show that a mixture of herbs that includes chamomile might help kids’
upset tummies, Chamomile alone doesn’t have that effect. - However, Chamomile does help people sleep bette
Cinnamon
- There’s lots of research on cinnamon as a natural remedy, but so far, no big studies have shown that it helps with any specific medical problem.
Echinacea
- Once a cold hits, echinacea can’t do much.
- But if you take it before you get sick, you may have a small chance of preventing one in the
first place. - Remember that washing your hands often is an even better way to do that.
Ginseng
- Research shows ginseng can boost your mood during menopause.
- However, there's no proof it helps with hot flashes or bloating..
Honey
- A smear of honey on your skin also can keep bacteria from growing & helps you heal faster.
- It may even help prevent scarring.
Ginkgo Biloba
- For most adults, it’s safe to take.
- However, there’s no evidence it helps with anything related to your health, including your brain.
Green Tea
- Brewed green tea are is rich in categins that helps against radiation & other harmful things.
- Black tea also has them but not as many.
- The caffeine in tea also may make you more alert
- The FDA has stamped its OK on ointments that use a green tea extract to treat genital warts.
Pepperment Oil
- Some studies have shown that rubbing it on your temples may ease tension headaches.
- Peppermint also may help wtih indigestion & some symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
St. John's Wart
- If you take birth control pills, you shouldn’t take St. John's Wart.
- It can keep the pill from working as well as it should.
- This plant-based supplment can affect how well other medicines work, too, including antidepressants, blood thinners & some heart, cancer & HIV medications.
Tea tree oil
- Prescription or over-the-counter medications may work better & faster but rubbing tea tree oil
on your skin can help with several different conditions but mostly skin issues - Don't ever swallow it, though it can be toxic.
Vinegar
- To help keep your blood sugar steady, you might reach for:
1. A tablespoon of vinegar in a glass of water before a meal may help keep your blood
glucose under control.
2. Don’t do this more than twice a day, though becuse too much can bother your stomach & wear away the enamel on your teeth. - A better idea might be to use it as part of a salad dressing.
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