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Medicinal Plants

Corn Silk: Health Benefits, Properties & How to Take

Corn silk is a medicinal plant that is commonly used to treat renal or urinary conditions, like cystitis, nephritis, prostatitis and urethritis, as it contains natural diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties. Learn more about the health benefits of corn silk and how to use it (with corn silk tea or supplements).

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Blisters on Feet: 11 Causes, How to Heal & Prevention

Blisters on the feet are commonly caused by tight shoes or wet socks and are a sign of excess friction on a certain area of the foot. They can also be a sign of a skin condition, like contact dermatitis or Athlete's foot. Learn more about what causes blisters on the feet and how to heal them.

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Medicinal Plants

9 Arnica Benefits & How to Use (Arnica Tea & Ointment)

Arnica benefits, like its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antimicrobial, antioxidant and anticoagulant properties, are derived from the flavonoids and phenolic compounds naturally found in this plant. It can be used as tea or ointment to treat health conditions like bruises, rheumatic pain, abrasions and muscle pain.

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Sleep Calculator: When to Fall Asleep/Wake Up (Using Sleep Cycles)

A sleep calculator can be used to determine how many 90-minute cycles you need in order to wake up more relaxed, energized and in a good mood. This sleep calculator can determine what time you should wake up at or what time you should fall asleep at to ensure you have a restorative sleep.

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Milk Thistle Benefits (From Milk Thistle Tea or Capsules)

Milk thistle benefits, like treating digestive problems, liver problems, and diabetes, are made possible due to the substances like silymarin and silybin which are naturally found it. Read more about milk thistle benefits. how to make milk thistle tea, and how to take milk thistle capsules, as well as its side effects.

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9 Home Remedies for Psoriasis (& Other Natural Treatments)

Home remedies for psoriasis, such as aloe vera or chamomile, can be effective in treating mild to moderate cases of psoriasis. They are a great option for complementing the treatment prescribed by your doctor. Check out how to prepare and use these natural options.

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Glycerin Suppository: Indications, How to Insert & Side Effects

A glycerin suppository is a medication with a laxative effect that is indicated to treat constipation and/or promote easier bowel movements in those with hemorrhoids. Learn more about what it's for, how to insert a glycerin suppository, and possible side effects it can cause.

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Urinary Tract Infection

Herbs for a UTI: 10 Tea Recipes (& How to Prepare)

Herbs for a UTI, like hibiscus, dandelion, and parsley, can be used to prepare teas to help manage symptoms and speed-up recovery. These teas should not replace medical treatment, but instead, should be used as a complement. Learn about how to use herbs to treat a UTI and how to prepare them as teas.

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Medicinal Plants

6 Echinacea Benefits & How to Use (Tea, Capsules & Compresses)

Echinacea benefits, like boosting immunity, treating a cold and flu, and reducing anxiety, can be achieved by consuming this plant as a tea or supplement. Learn more about the benefits of echinacea, how to use it (as a tea, capsules or compress), and the side effects associated with use .

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Home Remedies for Toothache: 6 Ways to Relieve Pain

Warm water with salt and peppermint tea are great options to quickly relieve a toothache, since they contain anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. Find out how to make this natural mouthwash and check other 100% natural home remedies.

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Home Remedies for Heartburn: 13 Natural Recipes for Relief

Home remedies for heartburn, like melon juice, ginger tea, or liquorice tea are rich in anti-inflammatory properties and help to relieve symptoms like burning in the stomach, nausea or burping. Learn about the other home remedies you can try and how to prepare them.

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Cough

Teas for Coughs: 13 Home Remedies For Natural Relief

Cinnamon and clove tea is a great way to treat a phlemy cough, while carrot juice and nettle tea are optimal for a dry cough. Learn more about how to treat different types of coughs naturally using our tea recipes .

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Wasp Sting: How to Treat At Home (& When to See a Doctor)

To treat a wasp sting, you should first remove the stinger from the skin. You can apply ice and insect bite ointment to speed-up healing, although in some cases, allergy medication to relieve specific symptoms may be needed. Learn more about how to treat a wasp sting at home and when to see a doctor.

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Hemorrhoids

Sitz Baths for Hemorrhoids: 5 Soothing Baths for Natural Relief

Sitz baths prepared with warm water are a great way to treat hemorrhoids at home. These baths promote vasodilation and soothe affected skin to relieve pain and discomfort.  Check out 5 ways you can prepare sitz baths at home to help relieve hemorrhoid pain and speed-up healing.

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Fluid Retention

14 Natural Diuretic Teas for Fluid Retention

Natural diuretics can be consumed in the form of tea, with some examples including green tea, parsley tea and linden tea. These natural diuretics help to promote urine production and can relieve swelling and bloating. Learn more about natural diuretic teas that you can prepare at home.

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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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