Breath Mints, Cough Drops and Gum
Alright, for anyone out there who has been trying to give up sugar, I'm sure you've noticed that it's much easier to stick to it if you don't have any sugar at all. Right? So, here's the latest tip ...
Kids' coughs and colds
Most coughs and colds in babies, toddlers and children aren't serious. And they will usually get better in a few days.
But there are ways to help your ...
Dry Rubs
Making your own rubs is easy and they don't have any of the additives prepackaged rubs can have. I found this one in Cooking Light magazine and it tastes great. It's called a Kansas City Dry Rub. M ...
Dry brush to detox!
I have been reading for years about the importance of dry brushing your body before a shower to get rid of toxins, especially in natural and Ayurvedic books. I have given a shot at dry brushing in t ...
xerostomia / Dry Mouth
Is there an(y) organization(s) in New York City where we may particpate in a support group. Staten Island or Brooklyn, NY. We are also near Bayonne and Woodbridge, NJ.
My wife had radiation treat ...
Bishop's Weed
The colloquial name for Bishop’s weed is ajwain or ova and its botanical name is trachyspermum ammi. Bishop’s weed is a small and erect shrub and has soft, fine feathery leaves. The seeds of the her ...
Ayurvedic Views on Illness
Ayurveda is a way of healing and a way of living that takes into consideration the whole person, not just a given health condition. According to the teachings of Ayurveda, every single aspect of your ...
The Positive (Not Too Serious) Side of Being Sick
I write a weekly newspaper column that is syndicated in several papers in northern California. Since you might not get to read it, I am sharing it here. I hope you enjoy.
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Not all is rosy ...
Love Olive Oil
We know we need to incorporate a moderate amount of healthy fats into our diet. Nuts, seeds, avocadoes, fish, and certain oils are all great ways to meet these needs. Olive oil is especially benefic ...
It's That Time Again
It's the time of the year when allergies can be at their worst. Grass, weed, and tree pollen, along with the residual mold spores from spring showers and lots of sun light, and other outdoor aller ...
