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5 Teas Safe for Pregnancy (and How to Prepare Them)

Updated in 03-06-2024

Teas that are safe for pregnancy is a very controversial topic, and you should ideally avoid consuming any tea without approval from your obstetrician or a medicinal plant specialist. See some safe natural options to treat common pregnancy problems and how to prepare them.

Can You Get Pregnant With A Condom? 11 Common Mistakes

Updated in 03-05-2024

Although it is relatively rare, it is possible to get pregnant even if you're using a condom. The risk for pregnancy increases if you make a mistake when putting it on, during use or taking it off. Check out the most common mistakes that in.

Echinacea: 6 Health Benefits & How to Use (including Tea Recipe)

Updated in 02-29-2024

Echinacea is a medicinal plant that is widely used for the treatment of the flu, colds, anxiety or diabetes. It has hypoglycemic, anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects which can be noted with echinacea tea, compresses or capsules. Check-out our echinacea tea recipe, plus how to take this plant.

Homemade Cough Syrup: 8 Recipes for Dry & Wet Coughs

Updated in 02-27-2024

Homemade cough syrups for dry coughs contains soothing properties, while syrups for productive coughs will have natural expectorant and bronchildating action. Learn about how to make these natural cough syrups at home to relieve your cough quickly at home.

Copaiba Oil: Health Benefits, How to Take & Contraindications

Updated in 02-16-2024

Copaiba oil is a type of resin that is used for wound healing, to treat coughs and to soothe symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, It contains healing, expectorant and anti-inflammatory properties. Learn about the other health benefits of copaiba oil and the recommended dose.

24 Hour Urine Test: Uses, How to Perform & Normal Levels

Updated in 02-15-2024

A 24-hour urine test evaluates different substances in the urine, such as clearance of creatine, albumin, and sodium. It is ordered to analyze kidney function and monitor disease progression or treatment. All urine in the period of 24 hours is collected in a special plastic container. Learn more about this test below.

Infected Piercing: Symptoms, Aftercare & Ointment

Updated in 02-12-2024

An infected piercing can be noted if there is swelling, redness and pus in the area. It is important to take several aftercare measures if you notice an infected piercing, such as cleansing with saline, keeping the area dry and applying an antiseptic. Your doctor may prescribe ointments to speed up recovery.

Heavy Metal Poisoning (Lead, Arsenic, Mercury & More)

Updated in 02-12-2024

Heavy metal poisoning from lead, arsenic or mercury can lead to symptoms when ingested or through direct contact. Check out the symptoms of heavy metal poisoning, where these metals are found and how to avoid them.

8 Natural Remedies for Migraines

Updated in 02-01-2024

Natural remedies are a great way to complement medical treatment for migraines. They can help to relieve pain faster, and can help to prevent the onset of flare-ups. Check-out the main natural remedies you can take for migraines and how to prepare them.

Acupressure: Health Benefits & How to Perform

Updated in 01-30-2024

Acupressure is a complementary therapy performed by pressing specific points to relieve headaches, period cramps, PMS, anxiety, stress, nausea or even labor pain. Learn more about what acupressure is, the health benefits it can offer, and how to perform it to relieve stress, allergies and more.

Carqueja Tea: 9 Health Benefits & How to Make It

Updated in 01-23-2024

Carqueja tea has several health benefits, which include regulating blood pressure and blood sugar, strengthening your immune system and improving digestive problems. To achieve a therapeutic effect, it can be consumed up to 3 times a day. Learn more about the health benefits and how to make it.

Pulse Oximetry: How To Measure Oxygen (& Normal Levels)

Updated in 01-16-2024

Pulse oxymetry is measured using a small device that is generally placed on the tip of the finger. It allows you to measure saturation, which is the amount of oxygen circulating in the blood at a given time. Learn why saturation levels are important, how they can be measured and how to use a pulse oximeter.

How to Get Rid of Lice Naturally: 5 Fast Home Remedies

Updated in 01-12-2024

To get rid of head lice naturally, you can use home remedies like washing your hair with water and vinegar and applying essential oils to the scalp. These are generally easy to do at home and are safe for use on children. This guide goes over 5 simple steps you can follow to get rid of head lice at home.

Linden: Health Benefits, How to Take & Side Effects

Updated in 01-08-2024

Linden is a medicinal plant that is popularly used to treat various health problems, like anxiety, headaches and stomach pain. Learn about all the health benefits that linden has to offer, and check-out how to make linden tea at home.

Fennel: 14 Health Benefits, How to Use & Contraindications

Updated in 01-04-2024

Fennel is a medicinal plant that can be used to treat stomach aches, indigestion, bloating, muscular spasms, cramping and headaches. It can be used in several forms, like its natural leaf form or as an essential oil. Learn about how fennel can be used and how to incorporate it into recipes.

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