Influenza A virus subtype H1N1, also known as A(H1N1), is a subtype of influenza virus A and the most common cause` of influenza (flu) in humans. Some strains of H1N1 are endemic in humans, including the strain(s) responsible for the 1918 flu pandemic which killed 50–100 million people worldwide. Less virulent H1N1 strains still exist in the wild today, worldwide, causing a small fraction of all influenza-like illness and a large fraction of all seasonal influenza. H1N1 strains caused roughly half of all flu infections in 2006.

In the 2009 swine flu outbreak, the virus isolated from patients in the United States was found to be made up of genetic elements from four different flu viruses North American Mexican influenza, North American avian influenza, human influenza, and swine influenza virus typically found in Asia and Europe  “an unusually mongrelised mix of genetic sequences.” This new strain appears to be a result of reassortment of human influenza and swine influenza viruses, in all four different strains of subtype H1N1. However, as the virus has not yet been isolated in animals to date and also for historical naming reasons, the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) suggests it be called “North-American influenza”.[15] On April 30, 2009 the World Health Organization began referring to the outbreak as “Influenza A” instead of “swine flu” and later began referring to it as “Influenza A(H1N1)”.

Swine Flu Symptoms

The symptoms of swine flu in people are expected to be similar to the symptoms of regular human seasonal influenza and include fever, lethargy, lack of appetite and coughing. Some people with swine flu also have reported runny nose, sore throat, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Symptoms of Swine flu may include all or some of the following:

• Fever
• Muscle aches
• Lethargy
• Coughing
• Headache
• Sore throat
• Runny nose
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Lack of appetite

Complications Of Swine Influenza

Those at higher risk of catching influenza in general include those with the following:

• Age of 65 years or older
• Chronic health problems (such as asthma, diabetes, heart disease)
• Pregnant women
• Young children

Healthy young adults are at lower risk of catching this Flu

Complications of Swine Flu can include:

• Pneumonia
• Bronchitis
• Sinus infections
• Ear infections
• Death

How does Swine Flu spread?

• Coughing
• Sneezing
• Kissing
• Touching infected objects
• Touching nose, mouth and/or eyes with infected hands
• Swine flu does not spread by eating pork.
• What You Can Do to Prevent Swine Flu?

Some ways to stay healthy and prevent getting infected.

• Wear a masks or facemask when you are out in public places, it decreases the chance of transmission.
• Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water or with alcohol-based hand sanitizers, especially after being out in-public
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread that way.
• Try to avoid close contact with sick people.
• Eat healthy diet foods and do your regular exercise at home.
• Influenza is thought to spread mainly person-to-person through coughing or sneezing of infected people.
• If you get sick, CDC recommends that you stay home from work or school and limit contact with others to keep from infecting them.

Above all. Don’t get stressed by the fear of getting the swine flu. Stress can undermine your immune system. The flu doesn’t kill everyone and in most cases may prove benign. Mild exercise, meditation or yoga and healthy nutritious diet can help keep your immune system in good condition and able to ward of any infections. Not every ‘infection’ becomes a full blown ‘disease’. Most infections are taken care of by your body even before you know that you were infected. Most infections affect gravely those people who are vitally deranged. So instead of panicking about the flu, stay calm and keep yourself healthy.

Protect yourself with natural antiviral remedies

Antiviral Herbs

The following is a list of natural herbal anti-virals. Although the drugs are said to be effective and authorities are currently looking at developing a vaccine, it is known that viruses have an ability to mutate and drug resistance can develop. While not meaning to be a scaremonger, as a naturopath I would strongly advise being self prepared in the event of a global apndemic. The following remedies are readily available and can be added to the home first aid kit and can be taken to improve natural immunity to prevent infection. Of course, these have not been tested directly on the swine flu however, evidence is strong of the nature of their anti-viral and anti-microbial activity therefore making them appropriate to treat and prevent viral infections. Natural medicine is designed to empower people with the ability to prevent disease and act proactively rather than reactively. The anti-microbial activity relates to the anti-biotic effects that the herbs have and are particularly useful to treat secondary pneumonias associated with swine flu.

Goldenseal
Golden seal contains a high content of isoquinoline alkaloids, of which berberine is the most widely studied. Although not as potent as some prescription antibiotics, berberine exhibits a broad spectrum of antibiotic activity. It has also shown activity against protozoa and fungi.In relation to Golden seals’s anti-viral activity, the anti-human cyto megalus virus activity of berberine was compared to the anti-viral drug, ganciclovir (GCV). The mechanism of action by which 1 inhibits the replication of HCMV is presumed to be different from that of GCV; being that berberine compounds interfere with intracellular events after virus penetration into the host cells and before viral DNA synthesis.31  Antimicrobial activity increases with pH in all organisms studied. There for a Alkalinisation will improve its clinical efficacy particularly in the treatment of urinary tract infections. Berberine has also been shown to activate macrophages. Usual dose is 250-500 mg/day (8-12% alkaloid content). Berberine is generally non-toxic at recommended doses, but it is not recommended for use during pregnancy, and it can decrease B vitamin absorption. It may interfere with H-2 antagonists, proton pump inhibitors, antihypertensives, barbiturates and sedatives, and heparin.

Echinacea
Echinacea may boost the immune defenses in various ways. It contains three compounds with specific antiviral activity: caffeic acid, chicoric acid, and echinacin. It strengthens the body’s local defences by use of a substance, echinacein, that deactivates germs’ tissue-dissolving enzyme. This prevents germs from spreading and infecting other body tissues. In one study, echinacea stimulated production of white blood cells and phagocytes, and increased macrophage germ-killing activity. A University of Munich study demonstrated that echinacea boosted production of infection-fighting T-lymphocytes up to 30% more than standard immune-supportive drugs. In Germany echinacea is used to treat flu, colds, bronchitis, tonsillitis, ear infections and whooping cough. Root extracts of echinacea are believed to boost interferon levels, vital to the body’s defences.

Echinacea has been the subject of over 200 scientific studies. Echinacea is the most widely recommended herb for infectious conditions despite the fact that the direct activity of Echinacea as an antibacterial is quite mild. Its main effect appears to be immunostimulatory; activating the alternative complement pathway, promoting chemotaxis of neutrophils, monocytes, and eosinophils, enhancing macrophage phagocytosis and stimulation of production of TNF, interferon, and interleukin-1. TNF is our bodies own natural anti-viral. The herb also possesses antiviral activity due to inhibition of hyaluronidases. Hyaluronidase lowers the viscosity of hyaluronic acid, a major constituent of the interstitial barrier, thereby increasing tissue permeability. It is, therefore, used in medicine in conjunction with other drugs in order to speed their dispersion and delivery. It has been shown to decrease symptoms and length of sickness in patients experiencing the common cold. Echinacea has also been shown to accentuate the topical antimycotic agent (econazol nitrate) decreasing recurrence of C. albicans from 60.5% to 5-16.7%.

The usual dose is 900 mg/day of 3.5% echinacoside. Caution is indicated in patients with HIV because of potential stimulation of viral replication. The literature on Echinacea has been reviewed by the Cochrane Collaboration. The reviewers concluded that the majority of available studies report positive results.

St. John’s Wort
St John’s wort has received national attention as an herbal anti-depressant. Surprisingly, it is most effective as an anti-vial and anti-bacterial. In vitro studies have shown that the two major compounds (hypericin and pseudohypericin) exhibit strong antiviral activity against HSV I and II as well as influenza types A and B, vesicular stomatitis virus and remarkable antiviral activity against Epstein-Barr virus. St. John’s Wort also have broad spectrum antimicrobial activity against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria including Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus mutans, Proteus vulgaris, E. coli, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Research suggests that Hypericum may be a useful adjunctive treatment for herpes simplex, mononucleosis, and influenza, and because of its antidepressant and anti-EBV activity, a promising treatment for fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue. Several studies show effectiveness of Hypericum against HIV.  While hypericin has been shown to be effective in inactivating enveloped viruses, such as hepatitis B and C, and cytomegalovirus, it has not been effective against non-enveloped viruses, such as hepatitis A, or parvovirus B-19.

St. John’s Wort has a historical use as an topical aid to wound healing. Research has demonstrated antibacterial and wound healing activity. The usual oral dose of Hypericum standardized to 0.3% hypericin is 300 mg three times a day. There are many potential drug interactions, including: sedative-hypnotics, 5-HT antagonists, cyclosporine, digoxin, nefazodone, NNRTI’s, tricyclic antidepressants, photosensitizing drugs, protease inhibitors, theophylline, and coumadin. Hypericum is metabolized by the cytochrome P-450 system and caution should be used with any drugs using the same metabolic pathway.

Licorice Root
Licorice root has been used to prevent and remedy infections, fevers and inflammation. It has broad antimicrobial activity against viruses, bacteria, yeast and fungi. Licorice contains at least eight antiviral and 25 antifungal substances. Licorice also possesses antiviral compounds that promote interferon release.  Licorice has, as its major active component a triterpenoid saponin, glycyrrhizic acid. Intestinal flora hydrolyzes glycyrrhizin yielding the aglycone molecule (glycyrrhentinic acid) and a sugar moiety, resulting in absorption of both. Both glycyrrhizin and glycyrrhentinic acid have been shown to induce interferon, a natural anti-viral  This leads to significant antiviral activity. Licorice root has been shown to directly inhibit the growth of several DNA and RNA viruses in cell cultures (vaccinia, herpes simplex, Newcastle disease, vesicular stomatitis virus) and to irreversibly inactivate HSV I. The herb also shows antimicrobial activity in vitro against Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus mutans, Mycobacterium, and Candida albicans. Licorice compounds are showing promise in the treatment of HIV related diseases and chronic Hepatitis B (40% of patients will have complete resolution). Topical preparations have been shown to reduce the healing time and pain associated with cold sores, apthous ulcers, and genital herpes. Caution is recommended when used with drugs that can deplete potassium, stimulant laxatives, and herbs with anticoagulant/antiplatelet properties, including: aspirin and other NSAID’s, corticosteroids, cardiac glycosides, loop diuretics, hormones (estrogen-like), insulin, MAOI’s and interferon. The use of deglycyrrhizinated licorice (DGL) is recommended because of comparable efficacy but reduced side-effects. Usual dose of standardized 4% extract is 250-500 mg/day.

Other herbs exist which show definite but more limited antimicrobial activity. One such example is Uva ursi (bearberry, upland cranberry), which is especially active against E. coli and can be used in the acute treatment and prevention of recurrent cystitis. It is also active against C. albicans and S. aureus. The usual dose of extract standardized to 10% arbutin is 250-500 mg/day.

Garlic
Garlic has long been considered as a natural remedy against a range of humanillnesses, including various bacterial, viral and fungal infections. This kind of antibiotic activity of garlic has mostly been associated with the thiosulfinate allicin. Even so, recent studies have pointed towards a significant biological activity of trisulfides and tetrasulfides found in various Allium species, including a wide range of antibiotic properties and the ability of polysulfides to cause the death of certain cancer cells. The chemistry underlying the biological activity of these polysulfides is currently emerging. It seems to include a combination of several distinct transformations, such as oxidation reactions, superoxide radical and peroxide generation, decomposition with release of highly electrophilic S(x) species, inhibition of metalloenzymes, disturbance of metal homeostasis and membrane integrity and interference with different cellular signalling pathways. Further research in this area is required to provide a better understanding of polysulfide reactions within a biochemical context. This knowledge may ultimately form the basis for the development of ‘green’ antibiotics, fungicides and possibly anticancer agents with dramatically reduced side effects in humans.

Allicin, one of the active principles of freshly crushed garlic homogenates, has a variety of antimicrobial activities. Allicin in its pure form was found to exhibit i) antibacterial activity against a wide range of Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria, including multidrug-resistant enterotoxicogenic strains of Escherichia coli; ii) antifungal activity, particularly against Candida albicans; iii) antiparasitic activity, including some major human intestinal protozoan parasites such as Entamoeba histolytica and Giardia lamblia; and iv) antiviral activity. The main antimicrobial effect of allicin is due to its chemical reaction with thiol groups of various enzymes, e.g. alcohol dehydrogenase, thioredoxin reductase, and RNA polymerase, which can affect essential metabolism of cysteine proteinase activity involved in the virulence of E. histolytica.

Andrographus Andrographis paniculata

The leaves of Andrographis paniculata, an annual herb, have been used widely as part of Indian folk medicine and Ayurveda for centuries. The Chinese and Thai herbal medicine systems have also incorporated this herb, valued mostly for its “bitter” properties as a treatment for digestive problems and a variety of febrile illnesses. More recently, this herb, in its standardized extract form, has become popular in Scandinavia as a remedy for upper respiratory infection (URI) and influenza. For example, a 300 milligram Kan Jang tablet containing 4% andrographolides has been recommended to be taken four times daily for cold treatment (for a total daily dose of 48 milligrams andrographolides). Lower doses have been evaluated for respiratory infection prevention; for example, a single 200-300 milligram standardized tablet taken daily. Use appears to be safe for up to two weeks. Higher doses may be unsafe, leading to significant side effects. Kulichenko et al. carried out two randomized parallel-group trials of the SHA-10 extract of andrographis (Kan Jang, Swedish Herbal Institute) in adults diagnosed with influenza. Both studies found significant improvements in reduction of duration of influenza symptoms (1-2.5 days sooner, depending on particular symptom, p< 0.01). Although the study suffers from a poorly described randomization procedure and a lack of a standardized outcome measure for symptoms, it does seem to provide preliminary evidence that andrographis extract may be effective not only for standard URI treatment but also specifically for influenza treatment.

Astragalus

Astragalus is an extremely versatile herb which may act as an immune strengthener. It is a commonly used herb in traditional Chinese medicine and is used as a component of many immune-supporting formulas, whether prepared as a sliced and boiled herb in food preparations, in extracts, or in capsules. The IL-2 inducing activity of the triterpene saponins found in astragalus might be the mechanism involved in the immunomodulatory and anticancer effects of astragalus species.

Elderberry
Elderberry has been used has been used as a remedy for flu, cough, colds, and upper respiratory infections for over 2500 years. Recent studies demonstrate black elderberry’s effectiveness against all strains of influenza virus. A constituent present in black elderberry (with actions similar to neuraminidase inhibitors oseltamivir and zanamivir) prevents the spread of virions from infected cells to new cells.

Forsythia

Forsythia is a traditional Chinese herb used for treating colds, flu, and other viruses. It is often mixed with honeysuckle and sometimes lemon balm and/or ginger as a tea.

Honeysuckle

Often used in China to treat bacterial and viral conditions. It is taken as a liquid from flower extracts or as a tea.

Grape seed extract

GSE is a general antimicrobial agent with specific antiviral properties. It is best known for its application against Candida albicans, an organism responsible for fungal infections.  Flavonoids and related polyphenols, in addition to their cardioprotective, anti-tumor, anti-inflammatory, anti-carcinogenic and anti-allergic activities, also possess promising anti-HIV effects. Recent studies documented that the beta-chemokine receptors, CCR2b, CCR3 and CCR5, and the alpha-chemokine receptors, CXCR1, CXCR2 and CXCR4 serve as entry coreceptors for HIV-1. Although flavonoids and polyphenolic compounds elicit anti-HIV effects such as inhibition of HIV-1 expression and virus replication, the molecular mechanisms underlying these effects remain to be clearly elucidated. Although not proven by scientific research, it may be effective against a long list of other microorganisms as well, including herpes simplex type 1 virus, and influenza A virus. GSE may be used in liquid concentrate form or in capsules. GSE may be taken internally, in minute doses such as 2 to 4 drops twice daily diluted in at least 4 ounces of carrot, orange, pineapple or grapefruit juice.

Green tea

Certain constituents called catechins found in green tea have been studied for their ability to inhibit influenza virus replication and their direct virucidal effects. One study evaluated polyphenolic compound catechins ((-)-epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), (-)-epicatechin gallate (ECG) and (-)-epigallocatechin (EGC)) from green tea for their ability to inhibit influenza virus replication in cell culture and for potential direct virucidal effect. Among the test compounds, the EGCG and ECG were found to be potent inhibitors of influenza virus replication. It has been suggested that the antiviral effect of catechins on influenza virus is mediated not only by specific interaction with HA, but via alteration of the physical properties of the viral membrane.

Indigowoad Root Isatidis
Indigowoad Root Isatidis is a Traditional Chinese Medicine herb that comes from the roots of woad, but often incorrectly listed under the synonymic name, Isatis indigotica. It is also known as Radix isatidis. The dried root is then processed into granules, which are most commonly consumed dissolved in hot water or tea. The product, called Banlangen Keli, is very popular throughout China, and used to remove toxic heat, soothe sore throat and to treat influenza, measles, mumps, syphilis, or scarlet fever. It is also used for pharyngitis, laryngitis, erysipelas, and carbuncle, and to prevent hepatitis A, epidemic meningitis, cancer and inflammation. Possible minor side effects include allergic reactions and dizziness; only large dosages or long term usage can be toxic to the kidneys. These treatments have not generally been evaluated clinically. Banlangen was used during the SARS epidemic in China.
This herb is one of the best-known traditional Chinese medicine antiviral herbs. Isatidis may be a remedy for any virus but appears to be especially good for hepatitis, because it helps reduce both swelling and liver inflammation. Isatidis is mild and can be used in children or those who do not tolerate heat well. Isatidis may also be a good anti-bacterial agent.

Recently, scientists have discovered woad might be used to prevent cancer, having more than 20 times the amount of glucobrassicin contained in broccoli.  Young leaves when damaged can produce more glucobrassicin, up to 65 times as much.

Olive leaf
This herb has general antimicrobial and antiviral properties. It usually comes in powder form in capsules.

Schizandra
This herb has been used in traditional Chinese medicine as an antiviral herb, specifically in cases of viral hepatitis.

Diabetes

Type 1, also known as insulin dependent diabetes, account for 5-10% of diabetics. Type 1 diabetes is also known as juvenile onset diabetes because, in the past, mostly children had this type. Now a days, adults have been diagnosed with this type also.

Type 2, adult onset diabetes, or known as non-insulin dependent diabetes, account for 90-95% of all diabetes. people with this type of diabetes are usually older age, but not always.

Gestational Diabetes is diagnosed for pregnant women only and disappears after pregnancy.

Remedies for Diabetes

1. Drink a watery juice of a small Bitter Gourd or Bitter melon (remove seeds) every morning. It is one of the best home remedies for diabetes. It has high content in insulin, which your body starves when you’re diabetic. In this way, it helps you by lowering your sugar blood level. And you can beat your diabetes naturally without side effects.
2. Apple cider vinegar plays an important role in controlling the sugar level in blood. It also controls the blood glucose level which rises noticeably right after you finish a meal. Moreover, it helps you to lose weight that is helpful to keep diabetes under control. Mix a pinch of salt with two spoonful of apple cider vinegar and mix it in a glass of water. Take it regularly before having your meal.
3. Take at least 3 or 4 mango leaves and boil it with some water. Drink the mixture every morning to lower the diabetes level.
4. Mix 1/2 teaspoon of ground bay leaf and 1/2 teaspoon turmeric in 1 tablespoon aloe vera gel. Take this mixture two times a day before lunch and dinner. It is also good diabetes mellitus treatments.
5. People suffering from Type 2 diabetes can be benefited from cinnamon. It boosts the insulin production process in pancreas as well as lowers the sugar level. You can take cinnamon in several ways. Mix it with your tea or other drinks or directly take it as a powder at least for 40 days to get best results.
6. Prepare a mixture by adding equal quantities of turmeric powder and dried gooseberry powder with honey or drink equal quantities of gooseberry juice and fresh turmeric juice in an empty stomach daily.
7. Eating garlic, ginger and onions regularly can help regulate sugar level.
8. Grape juice is very helpful in controlling diabetes.
9. Almonds soaked overnight in water and then consumed early morning empty stomach is very effective in treating diabetes.
10. Amla (Indian goose berry) has also proven its worth in treating diabetes.
11. Bel patra (leaves), tulsi (holy basil) leaves and neem leaves each taken ten in number and then consumed early morning empty stomach is very beneficial in curing diabetes.
12. Asian ginseng is commonly used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat diabetes. It has been shown to enhance the release of insulin from the pancreas and to increase the number of insulin receptors. It also has a direct blood sugar-lowering effect.
    A recent study found that 200 mg of ginseng extract per day improved blood sugar control as well as energy levels in Type 2 diabetes (NIDDM).
13. A decoction of the leaves of the blueberry has a long history of folk use in the treatment of diabetes. The compound myrtillin (an anthocyanoside) is apparently the most active ingredient. Upon injection it is somewhat weaker than insulin, but is less toxic, even at 50 times the 1 g per day therapeutic dose. A single dose can produce beneficial effects lasting several weeks.
14. The seeds of parslane are useful in diabetes. A teaspoon of the seeds should be taken every day with half a cup of water for three to four months. It will increase the body’s own insulin and help in curing diabetes.
15. Diabetes patients can take at least a tea-spoon of crushed alfalfa seeds with or before the meals. This helps reducing blood sugar level.
16. Take about 1.5 oz flaxseed oil and mix it with some cottage cheese and milk. Blend it well to make a fine mixture and take it with fruits regularly. This is a good home remedy for diabetes.

Remedies for Cataract

1. Mix 1 cup of rose petals. 4 tbsp. of raspberry leaves. 4 cups of boiling water. Let the ingredients rest for 30 minutes, strain and use as eye wash.
2. Use Eyebright herb in drops is excellent for cataracts, this plant can be use internally and is much more effective than commercial eye drops and safer.
3. Eat spinach and take Lutein or spinach extract Contains carotenoid needed for retina and eye tissue sometimes reversing cataracts.
4. Take Ginkgo biloba increases the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to the eye and it clears toxins.
5. Eat lots of green vegetables, specially spinach, kale and berries, blueberries, blackberries, cherries and fruits rich in Vitamin C and E.
6. Bilberry Strengthens and protects veins and blood vessels, protects the retina, reduces pressure in glaucoma and can stop the growth of cataracts.
7. The use of carrots is considered beneficial in the treatment of cataract. The patient should take plenty of raw carrots daily. As an alternative, he may drink two glasses of fresh carrot juice, one each in the morning and evening.
8. The use of garlic is another effective home remedy for cataract. Two or three cloves should be eaten raw daily. They should be chewed slowly. Garlic helps to clean the crystalline lens of the eye.
9. The flowers of pumpkin are valuable in cataract. The juice of these flowers should be extracted and applied externally on the eyelids twice daily. It will stop further clouding of the crystalline lens of the eye.
10. Aniseed is considered a useful remedy for cataract. An equal quantity of aniseed and coriander powder should be mixed with one teaspoon of brown sugar, and the mixture should be taken in doses of 12 gm in the morning and evening.
11. Almonds are valuable in cataract. Seven kernels should be ground finely with half a gram of pepper (black pepper) in half a cup of water, and drunk after sweetening the mixture with a teaspoon of sugar candy.
12. Take fennel seeds and coriander seeds in equal measures and add some amount of brown sugar in it. Then take ten grams of this mixture and have it once each time, in the morning and in the evening. This will surely prove to be very advantageous in reducing the cataract of the eyes.
13. Cow’s milk is considered to be very good remedy for all kinds of eye problems. In case of cataract, consume about two glasses of cow’s milk per day. This helps to make the eyes healthier, removes their opacity and helps in the faster treatment of cataract.
14. Extract the juices of some carrots, spinach and Indian gooseberry. Prepare a soup by mixing all the juices together. Make a regular routine of these juices. Consuming this mixture regularly once a day for two to three months can cure cataract.

Angina

Remedies for Angina

1. Being a natural source of vitamin c, Amla prevents any type of heart disease. Amla can be taken in any forms such as fresh juices or dried condition. It can be added with other food items as well. Due to its exceptional medicinal values, Amla is used in many natural medicinal preparations.
2. Lemon acts as a natural deterrent of cholesterol accumulation and clears the blood vessels. Daily use of lemon in our food will go a long way in preventing angina and heart related disease.
3. Few drops of honey mixed with warm water and half piece of lemon can be taken every morning in empty stomach. This clears the blood vessels and prevents formation of cholesterol inside. This mixture can also be taken before going to bed. Beet juice also serves as a good remedy in preventing angina.
4. Garlic has been widely used for the treatment of various diseases since long time. Garlic is a very popular ingredient used extensively in many food varieties all over the world. The simplest and the most effective way of consuming garlic is adding fresh garlic in salads as it retains most of its medicinal values. Regular garlic intake prevents many heart disorders including angina.
5. Parsley can be taken in many forms such as fresh leaves as well as dried herbs. In Middle Eastern cuisines, parsley is the main ingredient in many food preparations. Dried parsley tea has a nice aroma and taste, and also serves as an effective remedy for angina.
6. Fresh grapes play an active role in preventing and curing angina. Traditionally, grapes have been used for various medicinal preparations for heart ailments.
7. Apple has been a wonderful natural remedy for angina and many other heart diseases as well. Apple cleans the blood and ensures smooth blood circulation for all the parts of our body. A person can eat 2 to 3 apples in a day to relieve from angina.
8. Few tea spoons of Tulsi juice mixed in warm water along with few drops of honey can give good results for people suffering from angina.

Bronchitis

Remedies for Bronchitis

1. Drink fresh cabbage juice every day.
2. Pour a cup of boiling water into a cup with grind/ cut horseradish root, wait 5 minutes and drink. Repeat 3 times a day.
3. Put half a teaspoon of licorice root tea in a cup of hot water, wait 10 minutes, strain and drink. Repeat 3 times daily to treat bronchitis.
4. Mix 1 teaspoon garlic oil, and 3 teaspoons honey. Take 3 times a day.
5. One of the most effective remedies for bronchitis is the use of turmeric powder. Half a teaspoon of this powder should be administered with half a glass of milk, two or three times daily. It acts best when taken on an empty stomach.
6. Another effective remedy for bronchitis is a mixture comprising of half a teaspoon each of the powder of ginger, pepper, and cloves, three times a day. It may be licked with honey or taken as an infusion with tea. The mixture of these three ingredients has also antipyretic qualities and is effective in reducing fever accompanying bronchitis. It also tones up the metabolism of the patient.
7. Onions have been used as a remedy for bronchitis for centuries. They are said to possess expectorant properties. They liquefy phlegm and prevent its further formation. One teaspoon of raw onion juice, first thing in the morning, is very beneficial in such cases.
8. Fifty grams of fresh leaves of spinach, and 250 ml of water should be mixed with a pinch of ammonium chloride and one teaspoonful of honey. This infusion is an effective expectorant in the treatment of bronchitis.
9. An infusion of one teaspoon of sesame seeds, mixed with a teaspoon of linseed, a pinch of common salt, and a teaspoon of honey, can be given once at night with beneficial results in bronchitis. Half a teaspoon of dry seeds pounded into powder should be given, mixed with two tablespoons of water, twice daily. Alternately, a decoction of half a teaspoon of the same should be taken twice daily.
10. An emulsion of almonds is useful in bronchial diseases, including bronchitis. It is prepared by making a powder of seven kernels of almonds and mixing the powdered kernels in a cup of orange or lemon juice. This emulsion may be taken once daily at night.

Bad breath

The most widely-known reason to clean the tongue is for the control of bad breath. Methods used against bad breath, such as mints, mouth sprays, mouthwash or gum, may only temporarily mask the odors created by the bacteria on the tongue, but can not cure bad breath because they do not remove the source of the bad breath. In order to prevent the production of the sulfur-containing compounds mentioned above, the bacteria on the tongue must be removed; same about the decaying food debris present on the rear areas of the tongue. Most people who clean their tongue use a tongue cleaner (tongue scraper), or a toothbrush. Ergonomic, specially designed tongue cleaners are a lot more effective (collecting and removing the bacterial coating) than toothbrushes (which merely spread the bacterial accumulations on the tongue and in the mouth).

Remedies for Bad breath

1. Take a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar just before each meal. You may want to take it in a glass of water. This will aid your digestion.
2. Gargle with baking soda will help reduce the acidity in your mouth and make a less-friendly environment for the bacteria to grow.
3. Garlic are a powerful antiseptic. Make a tea by putting 3 whole or 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves in 2 cups of hot water, and steep for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pour through a fine strainer and use as a mouthwash or gargle twice a day.
4. Fennel is another useful herb and can be used in several ways. Slowly chew the leaves and allow the saliva to build up in your mouth. Or, mix the contents of a fennel capsule with baking soda, make into a paste, and brush your teeth, gums and tongue with it. The fluid extract of fennel can be rubbed on your gums and tongue.
5. Chew some Hazelnuts slowly as they will absorb the bad breath.
6. Suck a lemon wedge sprinkled with salt to stop onion or garlic breath.
7. Chewing parsley or mint leaves has been a remedy used for thousands of years. These herbs are especially good if garlic and onions are the source of your bad breath. Parsley is very high in chlorophyll. Chew a few parsley sprigs dipped in vinegar for immediate relief. If you swallow the leaves after chewing them they will be digested and continue to provide breath freshness for quite a while. These plants seem to reduce the production of intestinal gas by promoting better digestion.
8. Avocado, which is far better to any mouth lotion or remedies for this state. It efficiently removes intestinal putrefaction or decay which is one of the most important causes of bad breath.

Backache, also known as back pain is one of the most ordinary ailments widespread today. Inactive living habits, unsafe work patterns and psychological situations associated with touching stress, which bring about spasm of the muscles, cause backaches. As the back bears the burden of the whole body, heavy persons feel the strain on the back when they have to carry an extra load.

Remedies for Backache

1. The most important remedy for backache is the use of garlic. Two or three cloves should be taken every morning to get results. An oil prepared from garlic and rubbed on the back will give great relief. This oil is prepared by frying ten cloves of garlic in 60 ml of oil in a frying pan. Any of the oils which are used as rubefacients, such as mustard oil. sesame oil, and coconut oil can be used according to one’s choice. They should be fried on a slow fire till they are brown. After the oil has cooled, it should be applied vigorously on the back, and allowed to remain there for three hours. The patient may, thereafter, take a warm-water bath. This treatment should be continued for at least fifteen days.
2. Lemon is another useful remedy for backache. The juice of one lemon should be mixed with common salt and taken by the patient twice daily. It will give relief.
3. The use of chebulic myroblan is beneficial in the treatment of backache. A small piece of this fruit should be eaten after meals. This will give quick relief.
4. Raw potato is an ancient home remedy for backache, characterized by incapacitating pain in the lumbar region, especially in the lower part of the back. Application of raw potato in the fom of a poultice has been found very effective in this condition.

A cough is your body’s way of responding to irritants in your throat and airways. An irritant stimulates nerves in your respiratory tract, sending the cough impulse to your brain, which signals the muscles of your abdomen and diaphragm to give a strong push of air to your lungs to try to expel the irritant.

Coughing is a reflex that keeps your throat and airways clear. Although it can be annoying, coughing helps your body heal or protect itself. Coughs can be either acute or chronic. Acute coughs begin suddenly and usually last no more than 2 to 3 weeks. Acute coughs are the kind you most often get with a cold or flu. Chronic coughs last longer than 2 to 3 weeks, may indicate an underlying condition that requires medical attention. Cough rarely requires emergency care.

Remedies for Cough

1. Grapes are one of the most successful home remedies for the treatment of a cough. Grapes tone up the lungs and act as an expectorant, relieving an easy cold and cough in a couple of days. A cup of grape juice mixed with a teaspoon of honey is recommended for cough relief. One of the best home remedies for cough.
2. Almonds are helpful for dry coughs. Seven kernels must be soaked in water overnight and the brown skin removed. They must then be ground well to form a well paste. A quantity of twenty grams each of butter and sugar must be added to the paste. This paste must be taken in the morning and evening.
3. Raw onion is good to reduce cough, chop it finely and remove the juice from it. 1 teaspoon of the juice must then be mixed with 1 teaspoon of honey and reserved for 4 or 5 hours. It will make an admirable cough syrup and should be taken two times daily. Onions are also helpful in removing phelgm. A medium-sized onion must be crushed, the juice of one lemon added to it, and then one cup of boiling water poured on it. A teaspoon of honey can be added in it for taste. This medicine should be taken two or three times a day.
4. The root of the turmeric plant is good for dry cough. The root must he roasted and powdered. This powder should be taken in three-gram doses two times daily, in the morning and evening.
5. The herb belleric myroblan is a good remedy for cough. A mixture of 2 grams of the pulp of the fruit, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of long pepper, and 2 teaspoons of honey should be managed for the treatment of this condition twice daily. The dried fruit enclosed with wheat flour and roasted , is another well-liked remedy for cough condition. One of the useful home remedies for cough.
6. A sauce prepared from raisins is also good for cough. This sauce is prepared by crushing 100 gm of raisins with water. About 100 gm of sugar must be mixed with it and the mixture heated. When the mixture attains a sauce-like consistency, it should be preserved. Twenty grams must be taken at bedtime every day.
7. Aniseed is another effective remedy for a hard dry cough with hard expectoration. It might breaks up the mucus. A tea made from this spice must be taken on a regular basis for treating this condition
8. In the case of a severe cough, the patient should fast on orange juice and water till the severity is decreased. The process is to take the juice of an orange diluted in a cup of warm water, every two hours.
9. Mix: 1/2 a cup of boiling milk and 1/2 a cup of cold soda. Drink slowly.
10. Warm a cup of milk and add 1 spoon of honey, then drink.
11. Cough natural treatment: boil 5 garlic cloves in 2 cups of water; take the cloves out and drink up the warm water.
12. Make an eggnog: Mix an uncooked egg yolk with a tablespoon of sugar, add hot milk and drink.
13. Eat fresh and dried apricots.
14. Drink grapefruit juice mixed with a teaspoon of honey.
15. Smear olive oil on the chest to help with the cough.
16. Mix half a cup of boiling milk with half a cup of cold carbonated water, drink immediately in small sips.
17. Mix equal amount of honey and lemon grass juice then drink to reduce the coughs.
18. Squeeze basil leaves add equal amount of honey, stir and drink.
19. Herbal remedy for cough: Drink herbal tea with cinnamon to stop the coughing.
20. Boil water and add salt, breath the steam after the water cools a little.
21. Saturate slices of oranges in wine overnight. Cook in the morning until the slices are very soft. Eat several times a day. Also very good for phlegm.
22. Blanch 1-2 teaspoons of oregano in water for 10 minutes and drink.
23. A simple cough syrup can be made by soaking sliced onions in a jar of honey. Drinking the honey after 24 hours will reduce coughing.
24. Add a pinch of salt with two pinches of turmeric powder to one glass of warm water and gurgle. Or chew a clove with a piece of rock candy.
25. If your cough has been troubling you for long, try this : Take a half teaspoonful of ginger powder, a pinch of clove with a pinch of cinnamon powder and honey in a cup of boiled water and drink it as tea.

Do’s

• Drink 8-10 glasses of fluid a day. Include warm drinks such as soup and
  herbal tea.
• Raising the head of the bed or sleeping on extra pillows may help ease a
  cough at night.

Don’ts

• Avoid smoky or dusty environments. If you smoke, stop.
• Avoid soft drinks, candies, ice-cream, and all products made from sugar
  and white flour.
• Avoid tea, coffee, refined and processed foods.

Athlete’s foot is a very common infection that affects mostly men and young people. This infection is cause by a fungus called tinea pedis it lives off the dead skin cells, and thrives in moist, warm places, such as gyms, locker rooms, showers and swimming pools, Athlete’s foot is also very contagious and is transmitted by coming in contact with wet floors, or by touching infected shoes or socks. Athlete’s foot usually causes itching, stinging and burning.

Remedies for Athlete’s foot

1. Use olive leafs as an anti bacterial for infections. Olive Leaf Extract comes from the olive tree which manufactures its own potent antibiotic substances to fend off disease causing bacteria, fungus and parasites.
2. Take fresh garlic slices and put it in your shoes, wear it all day. This is the best way of curing athlete’s foot even better then all over the counter anti fungal drugs.
3. Drink pau d’arco tea and soak your feet in a more concentrated form about 10 tea bags.
4. Prepare a solution of water and white vinegar, one part of white vinegar to four part of water; soak your feet for 20 to 30 minutes twice day. Sprinkle some baking soda between your toe fingers and rinse your feet after fifteen minutes. It is as effective as an expensive antifungal powder. Rub tea tree oil between your toe fingers, it has antifungal properties. For immediate relief from itching or burning, soak your feet in an antiseptic mouthwash like Listerine. Corn starch is effective in soaking moisture, so keep your toe fingers dry by sprinkling some corn starch on them.

Do’s

• Keep feet dry.
• Wear socks made from natural fibers and change them at least once a day.
• Wear well-ventilated shoes made from natural rather than synthetic materials; open-toed sandals are particularly good.
• Use a separate towel just for drying feet, and wash the towel frequently.

Don’ts

• Avoid fermented food and sugar.
• Don’t share items such as towels and footwear of an infected person.
• Don’t walk bare feet in public locker rooms.