Tips on health and wellness

	Tips on health and wellness
	Always buy store-brand nonprescription drugs Don’t fall into the trap of buying brand-name over-the-counter (OTC) drugs. Store brands of OTC drugs are usually less expensive than name brands. If you compare their labels, you’ll find the key ingredients are the same, just cheaper! If you use a drug often, consider buying a really big bottle at one of the national price clubs.
	Ask your doctor about generics If your doctor prescribes a brand-name drug, ask if there is a generic form that could treat your problem just as well. Although a generic form may not be available yet, and your doctor may say another drug won’t be as effective, it’s important to ask because generic drugs are often half the price of name brands.
	Consider cutting your pills in half If you take a prescription medicine that comes in pill form, ask your doctor if you can get it in a higher dosage, larger size so you can cut the pills in half (you can find fairly inexpensive pill cutters at most drugstores). Doubling the dosage and halving the pills can result in a significant discount.
	Year-round sun protection is important The sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation can penetrate many types of clothes. It can also go through automobile and residential windows. It can damage eyes, contribute to cataracts, macular degeneration and eyelid cancers. When you’re on snow or ice, your face and eyes are at almost twice the risk of UV damage because of reflected glare.
	Toothpicks cause over 8,000 injuries per year…. And most are children under age 14. The picks can pierce an eye or eardrum or, if swallowed, can cause suffocation or penetrate the wall of the stomach or intestine. It is best to monitor the usage of a toothpick by children to minimize the risk of incidents, some of which could be life altering.
	Emergency action for poison in the eye Flood the eye with lukewarm (not hot) water poured from a large glass 2 or 3 inches from the eye. Repeat for 15 minutes. Have patient blink as much as possible while flooding the eye. Do not force the eyelid open. Call the Poison Center (keep number handy).
	Emergency action for poison on the skin Remove contaminated clothing and flood skin with water for 10 minutes. Then wash gently with soap and water and rinse (keep number handy).
	Emergency action for inhaled poison Immediately get the person to fresh air. Open the doors and windows wide. Call the Poison Center (keep number handy).
	Emergency action for swallowed poison Give milk or water immediately unless the patient is unconscious, having convulsions, or cannot swallow. Call the Poison Center. CAUTION! Antidote labels MAY be wrong. Do NOT give salt, vinegar, citrus juices, mustard or “universal antidotes”. Do not give syrup of Ipecac until advised to do so (keep number handy).
	Use a balloon to protect injured fingers To protect stitched, cut or bandaged fingers while washing dishes, gardening or swimming, cover it with a balloon. It will stay dry and germ free.
	Rosemary is harvested for medicinal uses It’s leaves and stems are used to combat colds, flu and bronchitis.
	Vitamin C and urinary tract infections Some doctors prescribe at least 5,000 mg or more of Vitamin C for patients who regularly develop urinary tract infections. Vitamin C keeps the bladder healthy by acidifying the urine, making it difficult for harmful bacteria to grow.
	Pineapple has been found as a possible help in fighting urinary tract infections Bromelain (an enzyme found in pineapples) has been used to fight urinary tract infections. Since Bromelain is an enzyme found in pineapples, eating a cup of pineapple may help rid you of your infection.
	Cranberry juice may help you avoid urinary tact infections It appears that cranberry juice prevents infection-causing bacteria from bedding down in your bladder, and it also has a very mild antibiotic affect. Drinking as little as four ounces of cranberry juice a day can keep your bladder infection-free.
	Blueberries and cranberries have bacteria-inhibiting properties Blueberry juice has been found to prevent urinary tract infections. Sprinkle a handful of blueberries over your morning cereal as a prevention.
	Treat a urinary tract infection with baking soda To help prevent a urinary infection or nip one in the bud, add one-teaspoon baking soda to a glass of water. The soda neutralizes the acidity in your urine, speeding along your recovery.
	Strengthen your immune system Daily use of honey and cinnamon powder strengthens the immune system. Honey has various vitamins and iron in large amounts. Regular use of honey strengthens the white blood corpuscles to fight bacteria and viral diseases.
	Oatmeal brings relief from arthritis pain Mix two cups of Quaker Oats and one cup of water in a bowl and warm in the microwave for one minute. Cool slightly and then apply the mixture to your hands for soothing relief from arthritis pain.
	Vinegar helps heal bruises Soak a cotton ball in white vinegar and apply it to the bruise for one hour. The vinegar reduces the blueness and speeds up the healing process.
	A cure for boils Cover the boil with Hunt’s Tomato Paste as a compress. The acids from the tomatoes soothe the pain and bring the boil to a head.
	Glue a splinter Pour a drop of Elmer’s Glue-All over the splinter. Let it dry and then peel the dried glue off the skin. The splinter will stick to the dried glue.
	Listerine helps toenail fungus Soak your toes in Listerine Mouthwash. This powerful antiseptic leaves your toenails looking healthy again.
	Alka-Seltzer helps urinary tract infections Dissolve two tablets in a glass of water and drink it at the onset of the symptoms. Alka-Seltzer begins eliminating urinary tract infections almost instantly, even though it has never been advertised for this use.
	Relieve aching muscles that come with the flu Mix one-tablespoon horseradish in one cup of olive oil. Let it sit for about thirty minutes and then apply it as a massage oil for instant relief for aching muscles.
	Clear up a stuffed up nose Try chewing on a couple of strong Altoids peppermints. It’s cheaper than a high-priced inhaler filled with mysterious chemicals.
	Have a burn? Put Colgate Toothpaste on it.
	Relieve headache pain with Gatorade Drinking two glasses of Gatorade can relieve headache pain almost immediately without the unpleasant side effects caused by traditional pain relievers.
	Cocoa reduces inflammation People who drank 17 ounces of skim milk with 40 grams of unsweetened cocoa every day for four weeks had significantly lower levels of inflammation and higher levels of HDL (good) cholesterol, potentially slowing or preventing the development of atherosclerosis. Cocoa is rich in flavonoids, which may help to reduce inflammation.
	Sage improves memory Sage improves recall for up to four hours after consumption. Add one teaspoon of sage-infused olive oil to canned or homemade soup, or use it in a meat marinade.
	Black beans help memory Rich in fiber and vitamin B-1, black beans help memory by synthesizing acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter that is crucial for memory. Aim for one-half cup a day.
	Need brain power and memory? Oranges are a great source of folate, which boosts recall and information processing. Eat one medium-sized orange per day.
	Find relief for psoriasis Make a mixture of one-third cup baking soda to one gallon of water and apply to areas irritated by psoriasis.
	Aspirin helps canker sores Apply a paste of crushed aspirin and water to canker sores
	Aspirin helps insect bites Make a paste of water and crushed aspirin. Apply it to the insect bite to soothe the pain and neutralize the poison of the infection.
	Do not use extra denture cream if your dentures fit poorly Some denture creams contain zinc, and ingesting too much zinc can lead to serious blood and nervous system disorders linked to copper depletion. Consider using Secure Denture cream (available at drugstores and health food stores). It has no zinc. If you use denture cream with zinc, use only two to four small dots on each plate, once a day.
	Bilberry helps vision disorders Bilberry is rich in anthocyanins, chemicals that keep the capillary walls strong and flexible. It is also loaded with antioxidants that defend delicate tissue against free-radical damage. It protects the retina and its blood supply, preventing and improving vision disorders, such as macular degeneration. It can ward off other eye problems, too, including cataracts, glaucoma and poor night vision.
	Reduce anxiety with fresh, natural scents Smells of green apple and cucumber act on the limbic system, the emotional center of the brain. If you anticipate a situation in which you will feel anxious, wash your hair that morning with a green apple scented shampoo and/or put a dab of the shampoo in a cloth to take with you.
	Improve your memory with scents People who sniff floral scents increase their retention of new material by 17 percent. Sniff a floral odor when learning new material, then small it again when you want to recall it. This is known as state-dependent learning.
	A stop smoking strategy Write down the day you will quit (between two and fours weeks out). Pick a nonworking day to limit stress. For seven days record every cigarette smoked. See which ones you smoked from habit and boredom and drop them first, then work on the others. Start walking or bike riding regularly. Take it one day at a time.
	Little known aid for losing weight You can lose five pounds a year just by drinking two quarts of water a day. Drinking water speeds your metabolism. In fact, you start to burn fat after you drink just two glasses.
	Very effective weight-loss strategy When in restaurants, avoid the first ten minutes with the breadbasket staring at you and the last ten minutes with desert. Skip breads altogether. Have a healthy snack BEFORE you go out. If traveling, do not eat desserts until the last day of your trip. If you eat them earlier, you’re likely to do so throughout the whole trip.
	Lower stress in five minutes or less Unwind and refresh your mind by moving around (take a fast walk, climb a flight of stairs, do 15 jump ups); stretch while seated; take 10 long, deep breaths; massage your eyes and ears.
	Stop or reverse ‘aging’ of your skin by minimizing oxidation and inflammation Cut back on sugar. It’s responsible for fifty percent of skin aging. Sugar molecules react with collagen, the protein that gives texture to the skin. That makes skin saggy instead of resilient. Each time sugar reacts with collagen it releases a burst of free radicals.
	Effective strategy for controlling food cravings Resist cravings for ten minutes, they may go away. Avoid going longer than three or four hours without a healthful snack or meal. Eating at regular intervals will keep your blood sugar stable and keep cravings at bay. Don’t snack in front of the TV, sip hot or cool liquids instead.
	Smell of coffee energizes Freshly brewed coffee is very stimulating, probably because we associate the aroma with the energizing effects of caffeine.
	Increase alertness with peppermint Peppermint works on sensory nerves and increases alertness. Try it as candy or gum.
	Burn more calories Strawberries and buttered popcorn cause exercisers to burn more calories.
	Increase energy with jasmine Jasmine causes an increase in beta waves in the brain, a sign of alertness. Jasmine tea is a great pick-me-up.
	Help for appetite control Take a good sniff and smell every food before you eat it. Your brain will perceive that you’re eating more, thus suppressing your appetite.
	One of the best treatments for toothaches Dip a toothpick in oil of clove, available at health food stores and some pharmacies, and apply it to the sore area. The pain will disappear almost instantly. Reapply as needed. If pain persists for more than a few days, see a dentist.
	Proper use of warm salt water for sore throats Add three teaspoons of table salt to one cup of warm water and stir. Gargle with a full one-cup mixture at least two to three times daily. Viruses, which cause colds, can’t survive in a high-salt environment.
	Best remedy for nausea Ginger is the best remedy for all forms of nausea, including motion and morning sickness. The active ingredients, gingerols, are more effective than over the counter anti nausea drugs.
	Find relief from insomnia Drink a cup of valerian tea at bedtime. Valerian root, available in tea bags at health food stores, contains valepotriates and other sleep inducing compounds. A traditional remedy for anxiety as well as sleeplessness, valerian root is recommended by Commission E, the European equivalent of the FDA.
	Relief from headaches Find relief from headaches caused by muscle tension and/or emotional stress. Using your thumb and forefinger, squeeze the area between your upper lip and nose for five seconds. Repeat as needed. This technique blocks nerve signals and reduces headache pain in many sufferers.
	Chicken soup REALLY DOES help a cold! Chicken soup increases the activity of antiviral immune cells and also reduces throat and sinus inflammation. Add a pinch of cayenne to it. Capsaicin, the chemical that makes cayenne and other peppers taste hot, reduces congestion as effectively as over-the-counter medications.
	Velcro gives relief for arthritic hands Choose clothing with Velcro closures instead of zippers and buttons. Women should wear the type of bra that opens in the front.
	Help for arthritic hands Put foam “grips” around pens and pencils (you’ll find them in office supply stores). You can also use these same covers around crochet hooks and knitting needles. Use pump toothpastes rather than the traditional squeeze tubes.
	Minimize your arthritis pain and protect your joints When grocery shopping, request plastic bags that can be looped over your arms, between the wrist and elbow. This shifts the weight to your shoulders and upper body instead of the more delicate wrist and hand joints.
	Tea may help reduce arthritis inflammation and bone deterioration Green tea contains a polyphenol, or chemical compound, that suppresses the expression of a key gene involved in arthritis inflammation. Black tea is made of the same leaves and may be as beneficial, even though it is processed differently. Drink one to two cups of hot or cold tea daily.
	Help for chronic headaches Aerobic activity is beneficial for people with chronic headaches. Caution: Exercising DURING a headache tends to intensify the pain.
	A shield against cancer From the standpoint of cancer avoidance, virtually all fruits, vegetables and grains are beneficial. But certain plant foods are special because they contain cancer-preventing compounds.
	Loosen up a head cold Loosen up a congested head by inhaling the steam from a cup of strong oregano tea. For a stronger effect, sip the tea with or without honey.
	Relieve an infected tooth Apply oil from oregano leaves directly to an infected tooth for relief of toothaches.
	Oregano tea helps ward off the flu A cup of oregano tea each day is a great flu fighter.
	Oregano tea kills germs Pour lukewarm oregano tea on oozing sores and wounds to kill the germs. It helps restore your skin to its normal state.
	Fight staph infections Drink Oregano tea to fight staph infections
	Use Oregano as a natural antibiotic It helps protect from food poisoning, is as anti-allergen and boosts the immune system. It can also be used externally as an antibiotic and antiseptic.
	Parsley helps arthritis sufferers It’s natural vitamins and minerals make it a natural remedy for aches and pains, particularly arthritic ones. It is also helpful in treating bruises and swellings.
	Parsley used as a natural diuretic Parsley seeds or leaves make a drink to help the body rid itself of too much fluid.
	A tea from parsley helps relieve symptoms of asthma Simmer a spoonful of parsley seeds for ten minutes. Add two spoonfuls of finely chopped fresh leaves. Let steep for five minutes, strain and sip.
	Parsley tea relieves stomach cramps A mild parsley tea brings relief to stomach crams. Add lemon balm to tone down the strong taste.
	Parsley tea for arthritis pains Steep one cup of chopped parsley in one quart of boiling water for ten minutes. Strain out any residual pieces of parsley. Cool and then refrigerate in a closed container.
	Parsley is good for weak kidneys Keep some leaves on hand and munch on a few every day to keep your body healthier and functioning properly.
	Handy emergency kit Make an emergency kit with band aides, gauze, scissors, etc. and put them in a baby wipe tub. Put one in the car.
	Prevent your hair from falling out Add 3 drops of ginger essence to your last rinse.
	Help for canker sores Rub a drop of water on the sore and then apply baking soda. It works wonders.
	Vitamin C helps body absorb iron Your body absorbs iron from meats easier than fruits and vegetables. To aid in the absorption of iron from fruits and vegetables, eat them with a good source of vitamin C.
	Don’t scratch an itch! Scratching makes an itch worse. Scratching releases histamine from mast cells, which stimulates the itch. Apply an ice pack, a cold water compress, or an antihistamine.
	Natural help for depression 3/4 cup of cooked spinach a day is enough to give dramatic relief from depression if you are deficient in B vitamins.
	Cure chronic diarrhea Eat boiled sweet potatoes seasoned with salt and pepper before bedtime to cure chronic diarrhea.
	Alleviate an earache Steep 1-2 tsp. chamomile flowers in boiling water for 10-15 minutes. Strain out the water, and apply the hot flowers in a cloth for alleviation of the earache.
	Treatment for eczema Rub a whole nutmeg against a smooth stone slab with a little water and make a paste. Apply on affected parts.
	Mixture to relieve sore throat Mix 1 tsp. lime juice and 1 Tbls. honey. Swallow tiny amounts slowly 2-3 times a day.
	Solution to help hay fever Steep 1 tsp. fenugreek seed in 1 cup water, covered, for 10 minutes. Drink 1 cup a day to help hay fever symptoms.
	Relieve muscle cramps Apply clove oil on the affected body parts.
	Green tea helps with overweight Effective at getting rid of fat, drink up to 3 cups of green tea daily. Regular tea can also be used with a lesser effect.
	Natural pain reliever Mix 3 Tbls. of honey in boiled water and drink. Honey has natural pain-relieving powers.
	Coconut oil helps skin wrinkles and is a skin freshener Apply coconut oil on the portions of skin and face where wrinkles set in and gently massage every night at bedtime.
	Help for a migraine headache Eat 10-12 almonds, the equivalent of two aspirins, for a migraine headache. Almonds are far less likely to upset the stomach.
	Treat varicose veins Take 2-3 tsp. black strap molasses orally daily. This also treats all kinds of circulatory ailments
	Garlic helps in removing warts Try taping a slice of garlic to the wart. Be sure to first protect the surrounding skin with petroleum jelly.
	Whiten yellow teeth Mix salt with finely powdered rind of lime. Use this as toothpowder frequently.
	Remedies to stop vomiting and nausea Control vomiting by sucking on ice or eat 1/2 tsp. ground cumin seeds. Cinnamon and sliced ginger work by interrupting nausea signals sent from the stomach to the brain. If you are an herbal tea drinker, simply sprinkle cinnamon on the tea and drink. To make ginger tea, simmer a few slices of ginger in hot tea water.
	Relieve stomach acidity Drink coconut water 3-4 times a day or have a plateful of watermelon and/or cucumber every hour.
	Simple cure for stomachache Dissolve 1-1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon in 1 cup warm water, cover and let sit for 15 minutes, then drink it like tea. This remedy can also ease diarrhea and flatulence.
	Homemade remedy for nausea Boil 1/2 cup of rice in 1 cup of water for about 10-20 minutes. After it is boiled, drain the water into a cup and sip at the rice water until symptoms are gone.
	To eliminate mucus in a cough Pour 1 cup boiling water over 1/2 tsp. each of ginger, ground cloves, and cinnamon. Filter. Sweeten with 1 tsp. honey and drink.
	Hiccup cure Breath in as deeply as you can, then exhale as hard as you can; repeat 10 times; when exhaling the last time, keep the air pushed out, not taking another breath for as long as you can stand. This normally works the first try, but repeat if necessary. Be sure to sit down when doing this.
	Relief for eye problems Simmer 1 cup water and 1 tsp. honey for 5 minutes. Dip a cloth in the liquid and apply to the closed eye.
	Relief from coughs and asthma Steep 3-4 cloves of garlic in a cool, dark place for 2 weeks. Use several drops at a time, several times a day for coughs or asthma. Garlic is an exceptional cleanser for the body and has antimicrobial action similar to other antibiotics.
	To relieve constipation in small children Soak 6-8 raisins in hot water. When cool, crush well and strain. When given routinely even to little infants, it helps to regulate bowel movement.
	Constipation remedies for adults 1) Eat a few black licorice sticks. 2) Take apple pectin. 3) Make sure you're getting enough Folic Acid in your diet. 4) Drinking ginger tea will help start a bowel movement.
	Raw onion helps bruises Slice a raw onion and place over the bruise. Do not apply this to broken skin.
	Find relief from bladder stones Boil 2 figs in 1 cup of water. Drink daily for a month.
	Cranberries bring relief for bladder and kidney problems Take a bag of fresh or frozen cranberries and boil them in water (they will fall apart). Cool and drink. Don't add sugar! This remedy is also useful for people with kidney problems.
	Sweeten your breath You can chew some cardamom seeds to sweeten your breath.
	Relief from asthma Mix 1 tsp. honey with 1/2 tsp. cinnamon and take it at night before going to bed. Avoid taking aspirin, as this may invoke an asthma attack.
	Help for arthritis A daily serving of fresh fish or fish oil capsules helps to give relief of arthritis and other joint pains. 3-4 walnuts eaten daily, on an empty stomach, will also help.
	Treatment for styes If you have a stye in your eye, boil some water, soak a regular tea bag in the water for about 2 minutes, (don't put sugar or milk in the tea). Take the tea bag out as hot as you can stand it and place it over the offending eye until it cools. Repeat this a few times a day.
	Clear stuffy noses If you are suffering with a stuffy nose, try boiling a bit of sage in water. It helps clear your nose and makes the house smell great too.
	Use meat tenderizer to relieve pain and itching from insect bites Just dissolve 1/4 teaspoon of tenderizer in water and apply to bite.
	Help minimize scarring after an injury Gently massaging a scar after the area is well healed but within the first six months of the injury can help minimize scarring. By massaging you are helping to stretch out and soften the scar be helping break down the tough collagen fibers that are forming as part of the scar maturation.
	Relief for cough and cold To help relieve a common cough and cold, drink half a glass of warm water mixed with one teaspoon of lemon juice and one teaspoon of honey. This can be taken 2-3 times a day.
	Prevention of nosebleeds If you are prone to nosebleed make sure you get enough Vitamin C and Zinc. Vitamin C, a component in the production of collagen, and Zinc, helpful in the use of protein, are both important to the maintenance of body tissues, including the blood vessels. Eat a variety of foods in order to get enough of these nutrients.
	Don't spend lots of money for internal breath fresheners Don't spend lots of money for internal breath freshenersEat parsley! It is a major ingredient in leading breath fresheners, such as Clorets and Certs.
	Baking soda helps toothache Periodically rinse your mouth with a solution of baking soda and warm water. It is good for treating canker sores and it also freshens your breath. Gargle with one teaspoon of baking soda dissolved in ½ glass of warm water.
	Reduce foot moisture with baking soda Since moisture and perspiration can cause athlete’s foot fungus, dry your feet thoroughly and dust well with baking soda before putting on your socks or shoes. Not only will it absorb moisture, but it will help deodorize as well.
	Baking soda helps with skin problems To loosen blackheads or to simply give your skin a soothing treat, combine equal parts of baking soda and water in the palm of your hand; apply, rub gently for two to three minute, then rinse with very warm water.
	Baking soda brings relief to skin irritations Get relief for prickly heat, sunburn, windburn and other skin rashes and irritations, along with poison ivy, oak and sumac. Submerge yourself in a baking soda bath. Afterwards, apply a baking soda paste to localized areas.
	Use baking soda on insect bites Apply a baking soda paste to insect bites and let dry. If used promptly, it may lessen the swelling.
	Baking soda helps minor burns Apply a baking soda paste of 3 parts baking soda and one part water to the burned area and cover with a cool, damp cloth.
	Cinnamon powder and honey relieves acidity Cinnamon powder sprinkled on two tablespoons of honey taken before eating relieves acidity and digests the heaviest of meals.
	Honey and cinnamon powder strengthen the immune system Daily use of honey and cinnamon powder strengthens the immune system and protects the body from bacteria and viral attacks. Scientists have found that honey has various vitamins and iron in large amounts. Constant use of honey strengthens the white blood corpuscles to fight bacteria and viral diseases.
	Honey and cinnamon helps relieve stomach gas Studies have revealed that if honey is taken with cinnamon powder the stomach is relieved of gas.
	Honey and cinnamon helps upset stomach Honey taken with cinnamon powder cures stomachache and often clears stomach ulcers from the root.
	Effective cold remedy Those suffering from common or severe colds should take one tablespoon lukewarm honey with ¼ spoon cinnamon powder daily for 3 days. This process will cure most chronic cough, colds and clear sinuses.
	Homemade remedy for toothache Make a paste of one teaspoon of cinnamon powder and five teaspoons of honey and apply on the aching tooth. This may be applied 3 times a day till the tooth stops aching.
	Help for bladder infections Take two tablespoons of cinnamon powder and one teaspoon of honey in a glass of lukewarm water and drink it. It destroy the germs in the bladder.
	Effective help for hair loss Those suffering from hair loss or baldness may apply a paste of hot olive oil, one tablespoon of honey, and one teaspoon of cinnamon powder before bathing. Keep it on for approximately 15 minutes and then wash the hair. It is found to be effective even if kept on for only 5 minutes.
	Honey and cinnamon powder often relieve arthritic pain A mixture of one tablespoon honey and a half teaspoon cinnamon powder before breakfast taken on a regular basis often relieves arthritic pain.
	Honey and cinnamon powder revitalizes arteries and veins A paste of honey and cinnamon powder when used regularly relieves loss of breath and strengthens the heartbeat. Patients in nursing homes have been treated successfully and their arteries and veins have been revitalized.
	Honey and cinnamon help in preventing heart attacks Make a paste of honey and cinnamon powder and apply on bread, chapatti, or other bread instead of jelly and jam. Eat it regularly for breakfast. It reduces the cholesterol in the arteries and helps preserve the patient from heart attack. For those who have already had an attack, doing this daily minimizes the possibilities of another attack.
	Keep your breath fresh with honey and cinnamon First thing in the morning gargle with one teaspoon of honey and cinnamon powder mixed in hot water. Your breath will stay fresh throughout the day.
	Honey and cinnamon help strengthen body One half tablespoon honey taken in a glass of water sprinkled with cinnamon powder taken daily after brushing and again at about 3:00pm increases the vitality of the body within a week.
	A natural help in weight loss Daily in the morning, ½ hour before breakfast on an empty stomach and at night before sleeping, drink honey and cinnamon powder boiled in one-cup water. If taken regularly it reduces the weight. Also, drinking of this mixture regularly does not allow the fat to accumulate in the body even though the person may eat a high caloric diet.
	Honey and cinnamon powder help skin infections Applying honey and cinnamon powder in equal parts on the affected parts helps cure eczema, ringworm and all types of skin infections.
	Eliminate pimples Make a paste of three tablespoons of honey and one teaspoon of cinnamon powder. Apply the paste on the pimples before sleeping and wash it the next morning with warm water. If done daily for two weeks, it removes the pimples from the root.
	Chamomile blossoms used as sleep aid Add one ounce of chamomile blossoms to a pint of water and boil. This tea has been used as a sleep aid and to calm nerves.
	Healing properties of cinnamon Cinnamon is packed with antibacterial and antifungal substances. The oil in cinnamon’s bark is a good insecticide.
	Preparation of cinnamon tea Prepare cinnamon as a tea by pouring hot water over cinnamon bark. Strain clean after steeping for 10 minutes.
	A healing wash for wounds from Aloe A tiny bit of dried aloe or concentrated aloe gel may be dissolved in hot water for a healing wash for wounds.
	Fight flu germs with aloe gel Squeeze a little gel from an aloe leaf into your food to help your body fight off flu germs.
	Chamomile soothes and heals The daisy-like flowers of the chamomile herb are used for healing purposes and for a calming tea.
	Healing properties of chamomile This plant is especially useful in treating upset stomachs, headaches, bladder infections, swelling and inflammations. It also helps induce restful sleep.
	Ease nausea with chamomile tea When sipped as a tea, chamomile is useful in easing nausea.
	Chamomile helps with inflammations Chamomile flowers, combined with poppy heads if available, can be crushed, boiled and made into a poultice to place on external swellings and inflammations.
	Make flu tonic with cinnamon tea Cinnamon can be used to provide relief during the onset of a cold or flu by mixing cinnamon tea with freshly grated ginger.
	Cinnamon aids in curing diarrhea As a sure cure for diarrhea, boil the bark of a blackberry root and strain. Use this juice to cook rice and serve with big sprinkles of cinnamon and nutmeg.
	Homemade immune-boosting drink A super immune-boosting drink can be made by combining in a glass of warm water, one teaspoon apple cider vinegar, two teaspoons honey and one half teaspoon ground cinnamon. It is good for clearing away colds and bladder infections while it fights viruses and bacteria. It will also strengthen the heart.
	Toothache remedy with ground cinnamon For toothaches, a paste can be made of one teaspoon of ground cinnamon and five teaspoons of honey. Apply directly to the aching tooth.
	Eucalyptus leaves and branch tips used for medicinal purposes Eucalyptus is an anti-inflammatory plant. Its oil has both an antibacterial and antifungal effect plus, it has been found to have antiseptic properties.
	Eucalyptus tea for healing To make a healing tea, pour boiling water over Eucalyptus leaves. Cover and steep for 5 to 10 minutes. Strain.
	Fight congestion and abscesses with Eucalyptus Boil eucalyptus leaves, bark or roots to make a brew that fights chest congestion and abscesses. Use with caution, as it is a very strong substance.
	Ground cinnamon makes salve for insect bites To relieve insect bites, make a salve consisting of one part honey to two parts water. Add a small teaspoonful of ground cinnamon powder. Massage salve onto itchy portion of the bite for relief.
	Echinacea tea helps fight infections To rev up your body so it can fight infectious bacteria and viruses, sip a tea made of Echinacea blossoms.
	Echinacea fights viruses and bacteria Echinacea is an anti-inflammatory herb used for fighting both viruses and bacteria. It increases the body’s ability to kill bacteria such a staphylococci as well as strengthening the immune system so it will kill tumor cells and harmful microorganisms.
	Echinacea used for treating general body infections Echinacea is generally used for treating coughs, colds and fevers, general body infections including those of the urinary tract, and as a salve for burns and wounds. It is also helpful in reducing the symptoms of insect or snake bits, head and stomach aches and the flu.
	Fight asthma and coughs with Eucalyptus tea If you are much afflicted with asthma, coughs or stuffy head, make a nice strong tea from the leaf of the Eucalyptus. Serve it very hot and inhale the steam while the cup cools to drinking temperature.
	Use Eucalyptus as insect repellent Add castor oil to a strong tea and rub this mixture onto the skin to deter mosquitoes, fleas and other insects from feasting on you.
	Garlic used for medicinal purposes Garlic belongs to the same plant family as onions and chives. Its bulb is the portion most used for eating and medicinal purposes.
	Garlic boosts immune system Garlic boosts the body’s immune system and fights against disease. It discourages illness-causing bacteria, without harming useful varieties unlike many drugs. It also has been used as an anti-clogging agent.
	Garlic helps in external use Garlic can be ingested as a remedy to a multitude of conditions, as well as externally as a salve.
	Garlic has multitude of benefits Garlic has been proven to be an active agent in fighting fungus, parasites, bacterial infections such as meningitis and viral infections. Its many uses also include lowering cholesterol, fighting coronary artery disease and lowering blood pressure. In addition, it is a known anticancer agent and helps to maintain good health by boosting the immune system.
	Garlic beneficial in improving digestion Eating lots of garlic on a regular basis has been shown beneficial in improving digestion. It has also been recommended as a remedy for abdominal pain and swelling, hemorrhoids, dysentery, constipation and intestinal parasites.
	Garlic helps sinus congestion and head colds Garlic has been found as a benefit for respiratory infections such as bronchitis, whooping cough and colds. It is also considered a good treatment for sinus congestion and head colds.
	Sooth inflamed tonsils Inflamed tonsils may be soothed with garlic and sage tea. Make by combining one minced garlic clove, one teaspoon dried sage, and four cups of water. Boil for one minute, strain and allow to cool. Drink a quarter cup every hour.
	Garlic eases cold symptoms Ease cold symptoms by drinking a mixture of one minced clove garlic, a half teaspoon cayenne pepper, two tablespoons apple cider vinegar, a half teaspoon honey in one cup hot water.
	Prevent dysentery with garlic Prevent dysentery by eating a clove of garlic with each meal and you will be spared the discomfort of this affliction.
	Garlic juice helps clear up sores Clear up festering sores and ulcers by patting on a half and half mixture of honey and garlic juice.
	Sore throat remedy using garlic For sore throats, mash a clove of garlic into half a cup of honey, then stir in the juice of one lemon. Give by teaspoonfuls to sooth away the inflammation.
	Restore free breathing with garlic tonic To one cup vinegar and one cup of water add one entire garlic bulb, peeled. Boil for ten minutes, then mash the garlic. Take one tablespoon as needed.
	Garlic lowers blood pressure If blood pressure is high, eats lots of cloves of garlic.
	Garlic clove relieves toothache Relieve the pain of a toothache by holding a peeled garlic clove on each side of a tooth that is aching.
	Garlic bring relief from continued cough For a continuing cough, mix the juice squeezed from several garlic bulbs with honey. Give just a few drops of this very strong remedy. Pneumonia may ease with a half teaspoon of this.
	Ease diarrhea with garlic Ease diarrhea with a mixture of one minced clove of garlic and one teaspoon honey. Take this 30 minutes before and one hour after meals.
	Garlic helps skin ulcers Skin ulcers may be eased by smearing infected parts with boiled garlic cloves.
	Ginger stimulates the immune system Ginger is known to have both an anti-emetic and anti-inflammatory effect for its user. It stimulates the immune system and acts as an expectorate in the treatment of coughs and colds.
	Ginger used in treating migraine headaches Ginger helps in treating migraine headaches, stimulates the circulatory system, reduces fevers and eases the effects of coughs, colds, flues and fevers. It is also an anti-inflammatory and anti-spasmodic herb.
	Ginger tea helps prevent colds To make tea from fresh ginger, grate two tablespoons of ginger and cover with two cups of hot water. Steep for 10 minutes and strain. Add honey or lemon for taste. To make tea from ground ginger, add one teaspoon to a cup of boiling water.
	Ginger used as compress Use warm ginger tea as a compress for sores and cramps.
	Avoid colds with Ginger tea Drink ginger tea two or three times a day to prevent colds.
	Sweetened ginger helps stomach Munch on a bit of sweetened ginger each day to drive away germs that prey on the stomach, including E. coli, salmonella and Candida.
	Ginger protects from influenza germs The regular eating of ginger will protect one from the germs that cause influenza and colds.
	Ginger helps low blood pressure If you suffer from low blood pressure, drink a tonic made of good strong coffee with half a teaspoon each of ginger and cinnamon each morning.
	Ginseng used in treating cognitive disorders Ginseng’s root is beneficial for its antineoplastic, antioxidant and antiviral effects. It is used in treating cognitive disorders and has anti-arrhythmic properties, along with being an analgesic.
	Ginseng helps in treating chronic fatigue The Ginseng root can be helpful for fighting the effects of the common cold, decreasing blood sugar levels in the control of diabetes and in treating chronic fatigue and Lyme disease.
	Ginseng helps memory Ginseng can be used as a tonic for forgetfulness.
	Simple exercise to improve your balance Simply stand on one leg and move the other, bent at the knee, through space. Do this several times throughout the day. Many people find that the best time to do this is while brushing their teeth.
	Juices from leaves of the Aloe plant used for medicinal purposes Aloe’s natural ingredients are both antibacterial and antiviral. In addition, studies have shown positive effects when used for analgesic an anti-inflammatory purposes.
	Sap from aloe plant relieves burn pains Find quick relief from the pain of a burn and hasten healing by dabbing it with the sap from an aloe plant.
	Cinnamon plants have a broad variety of uses The cinnamon plant is used to treat influenza, infant diarrhea, malaria, nausea and vomiting, toothaches and for the cleaning of wounds. Cinnamon is also thought of as an anti-microbial food because it stops the growth of bacterial and fungi. It is also a natural food preservative.
	Eucalyptus plant helps externally as well as internally The Eucalyptus plant has been used in treating coughs, sinus infections, fever, flu, scarlet fever, asthma, loss of appetite and bladder infections. Externally it can be used in soothing wounds and ulcers.
	Use garlic and honey for stubborn coughs Quiet a stubborn cough by swallowing small amounts of well-ripened honey. For more stubborn coughs, mash in a cooked garlic clove.
	Cold sore remedy with honey Fight cold sores by dabbing them every few hours with undiluted honey. Dark honey works best.
	Honey should NEVER be given to infants or babies! Clostridium botulinum, botulism bacteria, are not always killed by pasteurization or cooking. Since children under 1 year of age may not have developed botulism immunity, you should avoid feeding them any foods containing honey. After 1 year, no problem.
	Honey and lard make good ointment Mix one-third cup honey and two-thirds cup lard together for a good ointment for cuts and other injuries.
	Sore throat gargle with honey To relieve the pain of a sore throat, gargle with a glass of warm water with a tablespoon of dark honey stirred into it. For an even stronger solution, add a teaspoon of lemon juice.
	Ease coughs and sore throats with honey mixture Coughs and sore throats can be eased by taking small spoonfuls of honey that has been fortified with apple cider vinegar and hot pepper. To prepare, mix one-third cup clover honey with one-quarter cup vinegar. When honey is dissolved, add one teaspoon cayenne pepper.
	Honey and apple cider vinegar ‘team-up’ for good health Honey works particularly well in combination with apple cider vinegar, as they both supply a host of organic ingredients for healthy living. Both are natural storehouses of amino acids, healthful enzymes and trace minerals.
	Honey helps prevent infection and pain Spread honey on burns and cuts to prevent infection and stop the pain. Wipe down a new injury three times a day with honey and it will not become infected. Wipe down an old injury five times a day and it will soon begin to heal.
	Make a honey ‘lotion’ for cuts and scrapes Cut and scrapes heal faster and are less likely to become infected if bathed in a lotion made of equal parts honey and cod liver oil.
	Beeswax and honey make healing salve Gently warm one-fourth cup light colored beeswax with one cup strained honey. Stir well and then allow to cool to room temperature. Makes a wonderful healing salve for open sores that refuse to heal.
	Honey is a natural antibiotic Honey is a natural antimicrobial and antibiotic and has long been used as a sterile dressing for wounds. It is known to help deter the growth of bacteria with its inhibines, or bi-products of glucose oxidase (an enzyme bees add to nectar when making honey).
	Honey aids kidneys The glucose oxidase found in honey is a fermenting agent stemming from fungus. Much like penicillin, when honey is eaten it produces an acid that aids kidneys in removing poisons from the body.
	Honey used as sterile dressing Because honey contains germ-killing substances, it has long been used as a sterile dressing for wounds. One unique advantage to honey is that it does not dry out like most salves and does not produce side effects in healthy tissue.
	Honey attributed to acting against tooth decay Some researchers say the Vitamin K found in honey also acts against the bacteria that causes tooth decay.
	Honey promotes healing and killing of dangerous germs Honey is a natural source of vitamins, minerals and amino acids that promote healing and the killing of dangerous germs.
	Power packed homemade cough syrup Peel 10 garlic cloves and cook them in one cup of apple cider vinegar until they are soft and mushy. Mash well and stir into one cup of honey. Keep this cough remedy in a tightly covered jar. Shake well before each use. A single teaspoon can be taken as needed.
	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) more accurate than mammograms A Mayo Clinic study found molecular breast imaging raises the detection rate of breast cancer to an amazing 86%. If you’re at high risk for breast cancer, ask for an MRI test, or molecular breast imaging test instead of a mammogram.
	Sooth a sunburn or calm an itch Just apply undulated vinegar to the burn or bug bite. You may end up smelling like a pickle but it’s a lot better than scratching yourself crazy.
	Heal a burned tongue If you burn your tongue while eating something that’s too hot, put a little sugar on your tongue and let the sugar dissolve. It will take away the burn, and you can enjoy the rest of the meal.
	Clear up urinary tract infections with cranberry juice Cranberry juice helps prevent bacterial from anchoring to bladder walls. Drink 16 ounces per day of REAL cranberry juice, not cranberry juice cocktails, to stave off the problem. It has to be really tart to work. Cranberry juice concentrate that you mix with water also works. For the best taste, mix with fresh apple juice.
	For instant relief of a leg cramp, try a little apple cider vinegar Vinegar is high in potassium and low potassium levels may cause some cramping. For best results, drink a mixture of two teaspoons of vinegar and one teaspoon of honey in a glass of warm water.
	Heal a wound with sugar! Sugar is an excellent disinfectant. For open wounds or skin ulcerations, sprinkle on granulated sugar to help kill bacteria and speed healing. Smear a ring of petroleum jelly around the edges of the wound to hold the sugar in place. Put a little sugar directly on the wound. Cover with a bandage. Change the bandage once or twice a day.
	Heal a burn with MILK! For minor first-degree burns, soak the burned area in WHOLE milk for 15 minutes or so. Or you can apply a milk-soaked washcloth. Repeat either treatment every two to six hours as needed for pain. Just be sure to rinse your skin and the washcloth afterward because the milk will smell bad as it warms up.
	Recipe for dissolving a wart In the morning, crush a vitamin A capsule, mix it with just enough water to make a paste and apply it directly to the wart. In the afternoon, apply a drop of caster oil; in the evening, apply a drop of lemon juice. This should help dissolve the wart.
	Stop a toothache with two cloves Take a couple of cloves from the spice rack and place them between the aching tooth and your cheek, much like you’d use chewing tobacco. Chew the cloves a little bit to release their juice, then leave them in place for a half-hour or so until the pain subsides. Continue treatment until you can get to a dentist.
	Stop an attack of food poisoning with a few pieces of bread Eat bread when you have food poisoning. It has a tendency to soak up the poison for quicker relief. A few slices should do it, but do NOT top it with butter or jam, which could make you feel even sicker.
	Cure ulcers with cabbage! Cabbage contains a lot of glutamine, an amino acid that has been shown to heal ulcers. Have at least one healthy serving of steamed cabbage each day for two weeks. Juiced red cabbage has medicinal qualities when juiced and drank within one minute after juicing.
	Cure your hiccups! Stir a teaspoon of any flavor of vinegar into a cup of warm water and drink it down. This is much easier than the old method of holding your head upside down while you drink a glass of water.
	Readable medicine labels Put that clear nail polish to good use. Paint over prescription medicine labels to keep them readable.
	Iron filings in the eye To remove an iron filing or a flash of metal aimantable (based on iron or steel) fallen into an eye, use a magnet!
	Stop hiccoughs Put a little vinegar on a sugar cube (or spoonful of sugar) and eat it. Your hiccoughs will stop.
	Treatment for lice Heat vinegar in a pan to warm. Put the vinegar on your wet hair, then wrap your hair with a towel and leave it on during the night. The following day, rinse and wash your hair. The nightmare is now over!
	Retain heat in hot water bottle After putting HOT water in your hot water bottle, add a little salt. This helps the water retain the heat longer. However, be SURE to rinse the hot water bottle thoroughly afterwards to prevent the salt from damaging it.
	Eliminate bad breath Boil some cinnamon bark in a cup of water. Store it in a clean bottle in your bathroom and use it as a mouthwash frequently.
	Removing cactus spines from skin To remove cactus spines, light a candle. When the wax first starts to melt and before it becomes hot, apply to wounded area. Wait until it cools and then withdraw.
	Bruising To prevent a hematoma (bruise) when we bump ourselves, you only have to put a little vanilla oil on a wet towel and apply it to the wound!
	Sunburn To treat sunburn, mix 2 tsp. tomato juice and 1/4 cup buttermilk. Apply to affected area. Rinse after 1/2 hour.
	Break smoking habit Whenever you feel the urge to smoke, lick a little salt with the tip of your tongue. This is said to break the habit within 1 month.
	Iron deficiency Increase your iron. Drink a cup of herbal tea mixed with ¼ cup blackstrap molasses each day. This provides 80% of the iron needed in one day.
	Homemade ice packs To make homemade ice packs, fill film canisters with water, freeze and use anytime you would use an ice pack or ice cube. They won't drip and make a watery mess.
	Curing a headache To cure a headache, take a lime, cut it in half and rub it on your forehead. The throbbing will go away.
	Band-aids Remove band-aids without pain. Simply apply a little baby oil directly on the band-aid, wait a moment for the oil to loosen it up, and viola! It will simply peel right off with no pain whatsoever.
	Tea and coffee caution Avoid drinking tea (regular, not herbal varieties) and coffee immediately after meals, as the tannin present in these interferes in the absorption of iron from the food.
	Toothache & mouth pain To ease toothache or other mouth pain, make a tea by boiling 1 tbls. fresh peppermint in 1 cup water and adding a little salt. Peppermint is an antiseptic and contains menthol, which relieves pain when applied to skin surfaces.
	Circles under eyes Raw potato slices contain potassium to take away dark circles under the eye.
	Prevent painful band-aid removal Tired of removing band-aids the painful way? Well, no longer must that be a problem. Simply apply a little baby oil directly on the band-aid, wait a moment for the oil to loosen it up, and viola! It will simply peel right off with no pain whatsoever.
	Splinter removal When you get a splinter, reach for the scotch tape before resorting to tweezers or a needle. Simply put the scotch tape over the splinter, then pull it off. Scotch tape removes most splinters painlessly and easily.
	Kill athlete foot fungi Treat showers with vinegar to kill fungi that cause athlete’s foot and other skin diseases.