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Medicinal Plants

12 Ginger Benefits & How to Consumes (Supplements, Tea, Syrup)

Ginger benefits include supporting weight loss through thermogenic action and boosting metabolism. Bioactive compounds like gingerol help manage nausea, indigestion, and inflammation related to arthritis or high blood pressure. This root can be used fresh, in teas, or as a daily supplement.

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How to Treat Food Poisoning: Home Remedies & Care Tips

How to treat food poisoning with home remedies like ginger, peppermint or fennel tea, coconut water, and saline solution to replace fluids and electrolytes and ease nausea, vomiting, cramps, and diarrhea. Includes causes, timing, and when to see a doctor.

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Aloe Vera for Burns: Why it Works & How to Apply

Aloe vera for burns may help relieve pain and support skin healing in first- and second-degree burns. Uses the clear inner gel only on intact skin, after an allergy patch test, avoiding the outer leaf. Summarizes key compounds linked to anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and wound-healing effects and who should avoid it.

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Cryonics: What It Is, How it's Performed & Current Barriers

Human cryonics involves preserving the body at -196°C after legal death to halt cellular decay. This process uses vitrification to prevent ice crystal damage, protecting tissues for future revival. Primarily chosen by terminal patients, the technique relies on hope that medicine will discover cures for fatal diseases.

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Deodorant Armpit Rash: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

A deodorant armpit rash is an underarm inflammatory reaction to deodorants or antiperspirants, causing burning, redness, intense itching, and blisters. Synthetic fabrics can also irritate. Prompt washing with neutral pH soap may prevent worsening; facial swelling or breathing trouble needs emergency care.

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Fish Bone Stuck in Throat: Safe Removal Tips & Warning Signs

A fish bone stuck in throat may cause a lump sensation and discomfort. It can often ease with forceful coughing, soft moist foods like banana or marshmallow, or a small sip of olive oil. Emergency care may be needed for persistent pain, blood in saliva, or difficulty swallowing or breathing.

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Medicinal Plants

Tea Tree Oil: Benefits, Uses & Side Effects

Tea tree oil from Melaleuca alternifolia has antiseptic, antibacterial, antifungal, antiparasitic, and anti-inflammatory properties. Used on skin for minor wounds, acne, nail fungus, dandruff, athlete's foot, lice/insects, bad breath, and genital infection support; dilute to limit irritation and never swallow.

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7 Benefits of Sunlight (& How to Get Sun Safely)

The benefits of sunlight include increased vitamin D production, which supports bone health and immune function. Daily sun exposure helps regulate the circadian rhythm to improve sleep quality and boost mood by increasing serotonin and endorphin levels. These natural processes reduce risks for various chronic diseases.

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Bitter Taste in Mouth: 19 Causes, Symptoms & How to Get Rid of It

A bitter taste in mouth can be caused by poor oral hygiene, medications, pregnancy, acid reflux, liver problems, infections, or dry mouth. Learn the main causes, what symptoms may indicate a serious condition, and how to get rid of the bitter taste effectively.

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How do you get herpes?

Herpes spreads mainly through direct contact with active sores or fluids from kissing, sharing items, or unprotected sex. This overview explains how do you get herpes, including oral and genital transmission, symptom-free spread, and key steps that reduce the risk of infection during outbreaks.

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Cold & Flu

Salt Water Gargle (& 6 More Gargles) for Sore Throat Relief

Salt water gargles help relieve sore throat pain by reducing inflammation and killing bacteria. Learn how to prepare a salt water gargle at home and discover six other effective gargles using ingredients like chamomile, peppermint, and apple cider vinegar.

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Colostomy: When It's Indicated, Types & Complete Care Guide

A colostomy is a surgical procedure that connects the large intestine to the abdominal wall to redirect waste into a pouch. Used for colorectal cancer or diverticulitis, this intervention involves ascending, transverse, or sigmoid types. Care requires specific stoma hygiene and dietary adjustments.

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Pneumonia

9 Home Remedies for Pneumonia (Natural & Easy)

Home remedies for pneumonia can support recovery by boosting immunity and easing symptoms like fever, cough, and muscle pain. These natural options complement, but do not replace, medical treatment, which may require antivirals or antibiotics under a doctor’s guidance.

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5 Home Remedies for Ear Infection (& How to Prepare)

Home remedies for ear infection include Ginkgo biloba tea and ginger tea, which possess anti-inflammatory and antiemetic properties that help relieve symptoms like dizziness, loss of balance, and nausea associated with an inner ear infection (labyrinthitis). Check out recipes for home remedies for ear infections.

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Medicinal Plants

Horse Chestnut: 5 Health Benefits & How to Use

Horse chestnut is the seed of the horse chestnut tree. It possesses anti-inflammatory, anti-hemorrhoidal, and vasoconstrictive properties to treat hemorrhoids and circulation problems like venous insufficiency and varicose veins. Read about how to use horse chestnut as well as side effects and contraindications.

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Created by: Manuel Reis Registered Nurse
Postgraduate degree in Medicinal Plant Therapy, and Nursing degree obtained through the Porto Nursing School. Licensed to practice with the Ordem dos Enfermeiros (PT) under license #79026.
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