American television programs of the 1950s taught simple axioms such as Clear Fences Make Good Neighbors and If You Don’t Have Anything Nice To Say, Don’t Say Anything At All. In that simple golden era, severe allergies were extremely rare among the population, so something like a potentially lethal bee sting provided more than enough material for a thirty-minute comedic episode.

Since then, television has become less wholesome, ethics and plotlines more complex, and severe allergies more common. In fact, the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey found that 60 million Americans suffer from allergies, and the CDC and the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases both report that the number of Americans with allergies has been on the rise for the last ten years.

Various aspects of the modern lifestyle could be to blame. Some say climate change due to global warming has elongated blooming seasons, creating especially intense periods when different species’ pollen release periods overlap. A Harvard University study suggests that trees may also be releasing more pollen in response to increased levels of carbon dioxide. Increased indoor and outdoor pollution, stress, and diets high in processed foods and low in fiber may contribute to higher incidence of allergies. Finally, some follow the “hygiene hypothesis,” that our increased use of anti-bacterial products has worked all too well: everything in our homes and offices is so free of germs nowadays that our bodies are effectively defenseless against newer, nastier bacteria.

Whatever the cause, as the number of allergy sufferers rises, more and more are opting for naturopathic treatments, and turning away from the quick fixes promised by allergy pills or shots. Some choose naturopathy to avoid irritating side effects. Others have found that homeopathic approaches treat symptoms as well as the underlying causes of their allergies. Scientists aren’t yet sure why naturopathic methods can often achieve similar, if not better results, than traditional western medicine, but it may have something to do with the breadth of the naturopathic approach, which considers emotional, mental, and whole-body health, rather than limiting treatment to isolated symptoms.

Unfortunately, without enlisting a professional, it’s not always easy to find naturopathic treatments for specific allergies. To help our readers, we’ve compiled the following treatment information for various allergies.

POLLENS

Whether you know your special pollen allergen or simply explain your rasping cough and red eyes as “hay fever,” homeopathic methods can help. Many naturopathic experts recommend increasing your fish intake because omega-3 fatty oils have been shown to reduce allergy symptoms. Walnuts, flax seeds, and dark leafy greens are alternative sources of omega-3; a daily supplements are also an option. Try naturopathic eyedrops to naturally soothe itchy, red eyes. Many turn to acupuncture and/or herbs, including nettle and green tea, to knock out their allergies. Flushing the nasal passages regularly with a mixture of warm water and a pinch each of baking soda and sea salt is also a common treatment. Use a spray bottle, nose dropper, or neti pot for application. For a special treat, add a drop of soothing eucalyptus or invigorating tea tree essential oil. Finally, a few precautionary steps, such as regularly cleaning and showering after pollen exposure, could reduce your symptoms.

More Homeopathic Remedies: Arsen Alb, Euphrasia, and Pulsatilla. Essential oils and other applications for each may be found online or at natural food stores.

Molds, Dust Mites and Animal Dander

If you suffer from allergies, your home can be your worst enemy. After all, outside pollens and molds are reduced during cold winter months, but indoor allergens can thrive year-round, an especially nasty prospect given that molds, dust mites, and animal dander are the trigger for many symptoms of asthma. Before you medicate, create a clean, dry environment-without skin dander or moisture, allergens can’t survive long. Aim to eliminate as many breeding grounds-such as unnecessary rugs, pillows, and cloth window treatments-as possible. Commit to washing your bedding and remaining rugs in very hot water once a week, along with stuffed animals. Also consider keeping pets out of the bedroom, so that their allergy-inducing dander can’t become embedded where you spend half of your life. Last, mattress covers, sometimes called mattress protectors or mattress encasements, are an impenetrable line of defense against allergens, as they effectively block allergens from reaching you and their food supply (your dead skin). These same encasements can be purchased to protect your pillows and crib mattresses as well.

Bad breath, gingivitis, gum disease, halitosis… Smells like a potent mix of ‘Phew! What died in here…’? But for those who have to put up and live with it as part of their daily routine, it can be a demeaning (and avoidable) statement, to say the least.

Especially after you’ve tried the dozens upon dozens of mouthwashes, mint gums, tongue cleaners / scrapers, and an assortment of “bad breath kits” advertised on late night TV shows… the problem either ‘subsides’ for a few hours to be temporarily forgotten — until someone standing close to you, in the midst of an otherwise normal conversation, suddenly stops and gives you that peculiar ‘what’s that smell?’ kind of look.

And the next thing you know you’re frantically reaching out for that box of mint as if you just had an asthma attack. Let’s face it, bad breath can be worse than an asthma attack. Why? Because, it stinks!

Often, the person with bad breath doesn’t really know that he or she has got bad breath. It takes someone else pointing it out to them, which makes it all the more embarrassing.

So why don’t we put a stop to it once and for all? Wouldn’t we just LOVE to have a cure for bad breath that worked well — and lasted longer? Sort of like sex, you know. Something closer to a permanent cure so you can popping in a (sugar-free?) candy gum every time someone reminds you of it?

Well, the Chinese discovered a bad breath remedy much before dental implants, cosmetic dentistry and ‘my dog has bad breath too’ kinds of confessions. Their cure was almost 4,000 years ago, and they were simply herbs from the the neighboring forest! Sort of like jogging down to New York’s Central Park and picking up a bunch of herbs to cure a Wall Street broker’s bad breath on the trading floor. The Chinese found their herbs freely on the forest floor, in clear abundance, and with no dental treatments or surgeries to pay for.

The ancient Indian science of Ayurveda, too, prescribed its own recommendations for curing bad breath, in parallel to what the Chinese believed. Their inspiration too was the forest, so they called them forest remedies, herbal remedies or home remedies, which, in modern times, has even morphed into more accessible expression of ‘kitchen remedies’. Because you could cure bad breath using herbs commonly found in the Indian kitchen. No need to go hunting around amongst the forest bushes.

But the fact is, ‘kitchen remedies’ is a generic term, and these are herbs are easily available in any kitchen (or garden) of the world. Here are 4 of the simplest home remedies you can use right now to cure bad breath:

1. Instead of your regular toothpaste, use a herbal toothpaste that contains neem extracts in it. Scientifically known as Azadirachta Indica or Melia Azadirachta, the neem is a semi-evergreen tree whose trunk yields a tenacious gum and seeds yield an aromatic oil. It’s the leaves whose extract help keep your breath much longer.

2. Instead of your regular mouthwash, use a solution of neem dissolved in warm water as an alternative mouthwash. It’s more effective, not too harsh on your teeth and gums, and is a natural treatment for daily oral hygiene. Use this natural mouthwash solution 4 times a day.

3. There are two other kinds of mouthwash you can add to cure bad breath – (a) Boil corriander leaves in water and use the resulting liquid-extract as a mouthwash. (b) Aloe vera mixed with honey and cold water is a good mouthwash for chronic bad breath.

4. Think peppermint is the only mouth freshener? Here are two more to chew on — green cardamom and cloves.

5. If your bad breath problem is due to tonsillitis, sinusitis or a nasty cold, edible camphor is a very effective throat stimulant. It’s a sublime substance that simply melts away clogged mucus, giving a clarity and freshness that extends much beyond your throat. It’s like vacuuming your own mouth with one of Nature’s most effective nasal decongester… ENT therapy on the cheap!

First, I will outline the causes of arthritis pain and then look at possible treatments including a natural cure for arthritis. Arthritis pain is caused by many different reasons, including inflammation of the tissues that line the joints, the tendons, or ligaments around the joints, and muscle strain. Arthritis pain is generally diagnosed as chronic but it affects people in different ways so some people suffer greatly from arthritis while others suffer only mild pain.

What Are the Causes Of Arthritis Joint Pain ?

Arthritis pain is caused by several factors, such as :inflammation, the process that causes the redness and swelling in your joints; damage to joint tissues, which results from the disease process or from stress, injury or pressure on the joints; fatigue that results from the disease process, which can make your pain seem worse and harder to handle; depression or stress, which results from limited movement or no longer doing activities you enjoy. Chronic arthritis pain is the occurrence of pain for a regular and extended period of time ranging from days to months to even years.

How Do I Deal With The Pain ?

Pain often tells you that you need to act. Pain is your body’s alarm system that tells you something is wrong. Pain and stress have similar effects on the body: muscles tighten, breathing becomes fast and shallow, and heart rate and blood pressure go up. Pain in the muscle ‘without’ cramping is usually mild while muscle pain ‘with’ cramping is usually Myofascial pain.

What Sort Of Activities Can I Do If I Suffer From Arthritis?

What types of activities are good for most people with arthritis pain ? If you have only mild joint damage and most of your symptoms are related to the ligaments, tendons and muscles surrounding your joints — not the joints themselves — a gentle exercise program could improve your arthritis pain.

Is There A Natural Cure For Arthritis?

Treatment is often more effective when arthritis symptoms are caught early. Treatment options vary depending on the type of arthritis and include physical and occupational therapy, and medications (symptomatic or targeted at the disease process causing the arthritis). Treatment with these medications requires careful monitoring by the physician to avoid side effects. Some types of treatment focus on using pleasurable aromatic botanical oils by either massaging them into the skin, adding them to the bath water, inhaling them directly or diffusing their scents into the surrounding environment. Even the definition of alternative treatments varies from one source to another. For example, heat, massage and stretching — which help relieve arthritis symptoms for many people — have been listed as alternative treatment by some, but in reality these have been standard practice for many years. If you want to consider a natural cure for arthritis which will give you pain relief, visit the link below.