Category: Natural Remedies

January 10, 2018 Nerd 1 comment

Oil pulling is an age-old remedy hailing from Ayurvedic medicine. Where one is using natural substances to clean and detoxify gums and teeth. It’s great for overall gum health and a natural teeth whitener. Certain oils combinations can also help fight harmful bacteria in the mouth. Dr. Bruce Fife, whose written an entire book on oil…

December 17, 2017 Nerd No comments exist

One of our biggest issues as humans is our consumption of sugar or our addiction. On average we consume way too much sugar daily. Some great alternatives to help curve the habit, with moderation is maple syrup. Maple syrup was produced way before European settlers came to America. It holds cultural significance to many aboriginals…

May 8, 2017 Nerd No comments exist

When life hands you lemons, appreciate them, They are very good for you.  Lemons though acidic to the taste, but do the opposite in the body. They actually are alkaline-forming to the body. Lemons are in fact the highest alkaline-forming food and are great at keeping the bodies PH level balanced. Because of their antibacterial properties,…

May 2, 2017 Nerd No comments exist

Asthma is a typical condition that prompts breathing trouble, hacking, and wheezing. It is created by a mix of inflammation and spasms of the small airways of the lungs, both of which disable the capacity of the lungs to exchange air. Natural treatments for asthma are wrapped around key principals: reducing allergies is the main one.  Aggravations that…

April 20, 2017 Nerd No comments exist

Hemp typically found in the northern hemisphere is a variety of the Cannabis sativa plant species that is grown specifically for the industrial uses of its derived products.   Some Uses for Hemp  Paper products Food    Textiles Plastics Medicines Essential Oils Nutritional Supplements Livestock Bedding Fuel Livestock Feed Construction Personal and Body Care Products  …

April 19, 2017 Nerd No comments exist

Though they are native to Asia, Bananas grow in much warmer parts of the world. They are part of the berry family, contain a fair amount of fiber and antioxidants, help you lose weight, reduce bloat, fight cancer and increase your energy, all for just 19 cents a piece. At least that’s what they are…

April 12, 2017 Nerd No comments exist

Licorice Root Benefits Licorice root contains many anti-depressant compounds and is an excellent alternative to St. John’s Wort. As a herbal medicine, it has an impressive list of well-documented uses and is probably one of the most over-looked of all herbal wonders. Hundreds of potentially healing substances have been identified in licorice as well, including…

April 11, 2017 Nerd 3 comments

As a disease that currently cannot be cured, prevention of Parkinson’s disease is crucial. People over 60 years of age used to make up the majority of those afflicted, but with increasing lifestyle factor risks like chronic exposure to pesticides and a generally increasing toxic burden, cases are now being reported regularly in people under…

March 13, 2017 Nerd No comments exist

Black garlic has long been prized by Asians for its health benefits, but it became widely available in Western markets only a few years ago. Developed in Korea, black garlic has gained popularity among Western foodies for several years now, but it has recently caught the eye of the health-minded due to studies revealing its…

March 12, 2017 Nerd No comments exist

  Why is breathing important or even a topic of discussion   Breathing correctly is not only important for living longer, it also keeps you in a good mood and performing at your best. Let us look at the benefits of deep breathing and why you should make it part of your everyday sustainable living….