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What Is Goldenseal Root Good For?
Goldenseal root, an herb used in American Indian folk medicine, is touted as a natural antiviral and antiseptic. Goldenseal is farmed and wild-harvested and is used to treat digestive disorders, eye infections and bacterial illnesses. Other common names for goldenseal are eye root, Indian plant, ora
Cascara Sagrada Vs. Senna
Cascara Sagrada and Senna are two natural remedies commonly used as laxatives.Cascara sagrada, a type of buckthorn, is a shrubby tree which grows in the Pacific Northwest. The bark from this shrub is the primary ingredient used for relieving constipation.Senna is an herb whic
Differences in Pepper Spray
Pepper Sprayspray image by bright from Fotolia.comPepper spray is a regulated product that must follow specific criteria to be manufactured and sold. This is why there are few differences in pepper spray as a product. Some may be stronger than others because of a more advanced refinement...
Acetate Allergy
Acetate is a colorless, soluble liquid derived from an ester of ascetic acid. It is used as a stabilizing solution in medications, supplements and cosmetics. Acetate is a key ingredient in sodium acetate, tocopheryl acetate and mafenide acetate. An acetate allergy is an allergy to the acetate used i
The Psychosocial Aspects of Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Which individuals are predisposed to using CAM, which therapies do they use, and what is their rationale for turning to such therapies?
How to Wean Off of Lyrica Medication
Lyrica, a brand name of pregabalin, is a prescription medicine used to treat nerve pain in diabetes and fibromyalgia, and can be used as an anti-seizure medication in combination with other anti-seizure medications. You should stop Lyrica only under the care and direction of your health care provide
Lunesta Dangers
In March of 2007 the New York Times reported that the FDA ordered the makers of 13 sleeping aids, including Lunesta, to add strong warnings to their drugs labels. The FDA order came after unusual complaints associated with the sleep aids such as hallucinations, violent outbursts, sleep binge-eating
Benefits of Vitamin E for Hair
Vitamin E has health-related benefits beyond its well-known effects on your skin. It's also excellent for your hair. In fact, many hair products, especially shampoos, are fortified with vitamin E. Vitamin E can even benefit your hair when taken orally. Healingtradition.com recommends taking 10 (Inte
How to Use Red Clover
Red clover (Trifolium pratense) is a perennial flower that grows wild in fields and is beneficial to animals and people alike. if animals eat too much of it, they can become infertile. Red Clover is a source of calcium, chromium, potassium, vitamin C and magnesium. It is also rich in isoflavones. If
Vitamins for Healthy Hair & Skin
A balanced intake of vitamins is extremely important for beautiful skin and hair. Although all vitamins and minerals are important to incorporate into your daily diet, there are specific vitamins that are the most beneficial for skin and hair maintenance. Vitamin supplementation is an option to sust
Status of Statins: Indications, Utilization, and Unanswered Questions
The use of HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors is expanding, and even after extensive use, statins have left some questions unanswered.
Side Effects of 5-Htp
The dietary supplement 5-Htp increases the production of serotonin, a chemical that affects your appetite, sleep, sexual behavior, temperature and pain sensation. According to rxlist, it may effectively treat depression and fibromyalgia. Although it is available without a prescription, before taking
How to Stop Synthroid
Synthroid is a drug doctors commonly prescribe to replace thyroid hormones if your thyroid gland doesn't produce them on its own. According to Drugs.com, however, Synthroid can have several side effects, including headache, changes in your appetite and eating habits, and disruptions to your menstrua
Beneficial Effects of Evening Extract Primrose
Evening primrose oil and evening primrose are derived from a wildflower called Evening Primrose. This is found in North America and has been used by Native American tribes. This is not actually a Primrose but is very similar in appearance to the English Primrose. This is full of gamma linolenic acid
Benefits of B Vitamins
B vitamins come in multivitamins, B complex vitamins and certain foods. B vitamins boost the immunity and the health of hair, skin and nails. It also helps with depression and aging. Foods rich in B vitamins include leafy green vegetables, chicken, fish, nuts and beans. The Food and Drug Administrat
About Nutrition Supplement Powders
Sports nutrition is big business, bankrolling close to a billion dollars annually while stocking store shelves with powdery mixes and pill packs designed to make a better you. Whether you're looking to pack on muscle, slim down to beach body status, or simply looking to lead a more health-conscious
Claritin 24-Hour Allergy Side Effects
Claritin-D 24-hour tablets are used to treat allergy symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, itchy nose, itchy throat, itchy or watery eyes, sinus congestion and nasal congestion. These tablets should only be taken by those individuals who are age 12 or older. The medication is available over-the-cou
Zolmitriptan 5mg Nasal Spray for Treatment of Migraine
Are your patients looking for something better to treat migraine? Most patients in this study wanted to keep using the test spray.
Phenylethylamine Vs. Phentermine
Phenylethylamine (PEA), commonly known as ephedrine, and phentermine are very similar in structure and function. In fact phentermine is a derivative of beta-phenylethylamine. Both phentermine and phenylethylamine can be used as an appetite suppressant, however there are notable differences to be awa
Potassium Permanganate Soil Remediation
The Environmental Protection Agency explains chemical oxidation as a method that "uses chemicals called oxidants to destroy pollution in soil and groundwater. Oxidants help change harmful chemicals into harmless ones, like water and carbon dioxide." This newer technology destroys several types of ch