During the 1665 bubonic plague, Londoners desperately searched for ways to protect themselves. One popular remedy was a mixture of two small cloves of garlic with half a liter of…

The transition from summer to fall often brings skin injuries from changing seasonal footwear. Here are some home remedies to help you cope. Wet Blisters Stocking up on medical bandages…

What is cystitis, and what are the home remedies, medicinal herbs, and recipes for infusions and herbal teas? Symptoms of Cystitis and Their Prevention Hypothermia is one of the causes…

Using more cough syrup can lead to needing more injections to treat complications. The goal isn’t to stop the cough itself but to treat the cold and the inflammation causing…

Last night felt great; this morning feels terrible. And it would be one thing if it were just a pounding headache. But hangovers can also bring tremors, dehydration, weakness, swelling,…

The change of seasons often brings bouts of dizziness and headaches. If your blood vessels react painfully to leaden skies, shifts in atmospheric pressure, or sudden weather changes, try these…

In winter, respiratory illnesses spike. Millions of people grapple with runny noses, coughs, fevers, and chills. Often, simple home remedies tried over time come to the rescue, quickly easing the…

You don’t need harsh chemicals to get rid of old, stubborn stains—many solutions are hiding in your pantry or medicine cabinet. Dirt and Dust Start by scrubbing the stained area…

Snoring can make nights miserable for the person who snores — and it’s even worse for anyone trying to sleep in the same room. A recent study by sleep specialists…

Grandmothers have used cucumbers for centuries to tone and brighten facial skin. They’re especially popular for people with freckles and pigmentation spots. What makes cucumbers stand out in cosmetics is…

In winter, our bodies get fewer vitamins than in summer or fall. That reduces enzymatic activity and causes a kind of stagnation in the rhythm of the endocrine glands. As…

Once upon a time, our grandmothers and mothers relied on folk remedies to ease tooth pain. Here are some of their methods: In ancient times, people treated a painful tooth…

Along fences and roadsides a tall plant with a reddish stem, dark green leaves, and pink flowers clustered in inflorescences thrives. This is motherwort—your first ally. Those unpleasant face flushes…

Honey captures the fresh aromas of spring and the warmth of summer. Its flavor was prized long before sugar became popular. Avicenna recommended honey to people who wanted a long,…

Almost every other patient who visits a doctor asks to avoid ‘chemotherapy’ and instead wants advice on herbal remedies. And it’s a good thing if they actually follow their doctor’s…