Tea tree oil (Melaleuca alternifolia) is a botanical extract valued for its antimicrobial properties. Topically, it can be effective in treating skin surface infections, such as acne, fungal nail infection (onychomycosis) and athlete’s foot. During pregnancy, when medicines are avoided as much as possible, it is commonly assumed that botanical and herbal remedies are safe [...]
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Tue, January 18 2011 » Nutrition and Herbs » No Comments
An ancient and nutritious crop, carob is the legume fruit of the broad-leaf evergreen tree Ceratonia siliqua L. It is used to produce a range of goods, including flour, cereals, chocolate substitutes, syrup, gum base, animal feed, medicines and ethanol. The powder “cocoa” form has fewer calories than chocolate and does not contain the stimulants [...]
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Tue, October 26 2010 » Nutrition and Herbs » No Comments
In the early 1990s, researchers showed that lifestyle changes can reverse the progression of heart disease. Nutrition is one such factor. Exercise, stress management and smoking cessation are the others. Improved nutrition positively affects energy levels, which in turn fuels the motivation necessary to incorporate other beneficial changes. Healthful meals start with minimally processed, high [...]
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Tue, October 26 2010 » Nutrition and Herbs » No Comments
Overuse injuries occur when connective tissues, such as muscles, tendons and ligaments, are damaged as a result of repetitive motion over the course of time. These injuries occur in occupational, recreational, and ordinary daily activities. With normal use, tissues adapt to the stresses placed on them, and are able to return to their normal form [...]
Tags: Antioxidants, Nutrition, Omega-3 Oils, Overuse Injuries, vitamins and minerals
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Tue, August 4 2009 » Nutrition and Herbs » No Comments