Ibuprofen is in a family of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Ibuprofen is the most common over-the-counter (OTC) NSAID. You probably know this drug by its two common brand names Advil and Motrin. Other OTC NASIDs include aspirin and naproxen (Aleve). Side effects of ibuprofen are like the other … Read More
Studies in human cells and in animals show that oils from the oregano plant have definite antibacterial and antioxidant properties. These oils can break down the walls of bacterial cells and may help fight infections. As an antioxidant, oregano oil may scavenge free radicals and prevent damage to healthy cells. … Read More
We know that calcium is crucial to bone health, but it can't do its job without magnesium. Without magnesium, the body cannot: Adequately absorb calcium Stimulate calcitonin, a hormone that draws calcium from the blood and tissues back into the bones. Suppress parathyroid, another hormone that breaks down bone Convert … Read More
Ginger is commonly produced in India, Jamaica, Fiji, Indonesia, and Australia. The root or underground stem (rhizomes) of Zingiber officinale (from the Zingiberaceae family) can be consumed fresh, powdered, dried as a spice, in oil form, or as juice. Any of those forms will help you enjoy the health benefits … Read More
Magnesium plays a vital role in your health, participating in more than 300 enzymatic reactions. It is one of your body's chief requirements for insulin regulation, energy production, blood pressure control, heart health, pH balance, and cancer prevention. Sadly, up to half of Americans are deficient in magnesium and they don’t … Read More
It isn’t uncommon to pop an aspirin or ibuprofen when you have the occasional ache or pain. And many people take these kinds of pain-relievers regularly, every day for months at a time. NSAIDs—nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs—lower inflammation, which can cause pain in the body. Aspirin (Bayer and Excedrin), ibuprofen (Advil … Read More
The castor bean plant, Ricinus communi, is used medicinally throughout the world. [1] The leaves, roots, and oil from the seeds of the plant have all been studied and found to have medicinal effects.[2] One of the primary castor oil uses today involves the topical application of castor oil in … Read More
Chronic pain without the hope for relief is a reality for too many people. Sadly, the shocking truth is 46 percent of the people suffering from chronic pain never obtain adequate pain relief from conventional medicine therapies such as pharmaceutical pain pills or injection therapy.[1] So where do you turn? … Read More
Just about everybody at some point wants to know how to stop cramps. The condition is often the result of a digestive issue, like indigestion or an upset stomach. Women may experience cramping during menstruation while others may feel cramping during or after exercise. On the other hand, cramping and … Read More
Magnesium plays a vital role in your health, participating in more than 300 enzymatic reactions. It is one of your body's chief requirements for insulin regulation, energy production, blood pressure control, heart health, pH balance, and cancer prevention. Sadly, up to half of Americans are deficient in magnesium and they don’t … Read More
