Many of us heard about Lapacho tea, or “the tea of Inkas“, which is traditionally very popular in Paraguay, Brazil, Argentina and other countries of South America. This unique therapeutic herbal tea is made from the bark of lapacho tree called Pink Ipe (Tabebuia impetiginosa). It has amazingly beautiful blossoms with mesmerizing fragrance. Lapacho tree can reach up to 30 meters and grows up for 600-700 years.

To prepare the tea, one should use the inner bark of the tree. This tea is caffeine-free and is rich in a variety of useful natural vitamins and minerals, including iron, calcium, magnesium, manganese, iodine, boron, barium and others. Primarily, lapacho tea is known as an effective natural antibiotic, as well as an excellent anti-cancer herbal remedy. Regular consumption of lapacho tea is linked to a stronger immune system, improved blood and bone marrow quality, lower chances for diabetes, bladder infections, arthritis, gastrointestinal problems and so on.

This miraculous herbal remedy can be used to treat such conditions as colds, flu, fevers and other symptoms of respiratory problems, skin irritation and burnts, psoriasis, dysentery, osteomyelitis, Parkinson’s disease, lupus, vaginal yeast infections, as well as many of infectious diseases. It is reported that lapacho tea can be used for relieving the condition of people with HIV. Remember that using lapacho tea is connected with possible unwanted side effects like nausea, diarrhea, anemia, dizziness and so on.

There are a number of recipes of lapacho tea, because in every region this tea is prepared in a special way. The most common lapacho tea recipe is the following: take 2 teaspoons of lapacho tree bark, add 1 liter of boiling water and boil on a very low fire for 5-10 minutes. Then, remove the tea from heat and leave for 20-30 minutes to infuse. You can prepare lapacho tea in advance and store in in your fridge: it will not lose its nutritional value for a couple of days. Do you know another lpacho tea recipe?

Watercress is a leaf vegetable which we can find in our markets and grocery stores, but it grabs our attention quite rarely. Unfortunately, this is one of the most underestimated veggies, which has very high nutritional value. Like his healthy, nutritious and commonly used relatives, broccoli and cabbage, it has numerous health benefits and known as one of the oldest green vegetables used since the times of Egyptian Pharaohs. Watercress has a wide variety of culinary applications and can be added to soups and salads, used for sandwiches and so on.

This herb is very low in calorie and rich in iron, iodine, sulfur, zinc, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, Vitamins C and A, folic acid and other phytonutrients. It can improve the function of your thyroid gland and can be used for its expectorant and diuretic properties. Researches showed that watercress health benefits include also its anti-cancer powers as this herb has a high content of antioxidants. The specialists say that regular consumption of this herbal remedy is linked to lower risks of lung and breast cancer.

Watercress has very strong antibiotic powers and can be called a natural antibiotic. Remember that in order to enjoy these health benefits of watercress, it is important to consume freshly harvested herb as the majority of the elements can be found in watercress juice. The juice of this plant is also very effective toxin removal remedy, and it is recommended for treatment of such ailments as asthma, cold and bronchitis. For this purpose, watercress juice should be taken in the amount of 2-3 tablespoons a day.

One of the most important health benefits of watercress is the one of preventing various heart problems, as heart disease or coronary artery disease. This property is attributed to a high content of leutin and zeaxanthin, natural carotenoids that prevent arterial plague formation. In addition, these two carotenoids help preserving our vision and preventing the occurrence of such diseases as cataract and macular vision degeneration.

It is hardly possible to mention all watercress health benefits on this only webpage. This herbal remedy can normalize blood pressure and lower cholesterol levels in your blood, slow down aging, improve your mental function and memory. It is very rich in calcium and is useful for our dental health and bone strength. As an excellent source of fiber, watercress can fix the function of your digestive system and regulate bile flow. Please, give it a good thought when you see this miraculous veggie in the market, and do not miss your chance to improve and strengthen your health.

Common Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) is a quite popular medicinal herb which is used for its therapeutic benefits and as a culinary spice. The herb originates from the Mediterranean region and is known since the times of Ancient Egypt where it was widely used for embalming. In Ancient Greece, thyme was considered to be a symbol of courage and used to rise the spirit of the warriors. But the Romans were the first to start using thyme in culinary for its specific flavor: they were adding dried thyme leaves to their cheeses and wines.

Also, since early times thyme has been used for producing essential oil – thyme oil. This herbal oil has very strong flavor due to a high content of thymol, a natural phenol that is found in common thyme. Thyme oil can be diluted both from dried and fresh thyme leaves by steam or water distillation. Thyme oil is a source of such natural phenols as carvacrol, linalool, cineole, borenol and others. It is one of the principal oils that is used in aromatherapy, first of all, for its strong antibiotic properties.

Since ancient times thyme herbal remedies have been used for easing restlessness, stimulating sleep and combat nightmares. Common thyme is considered to be the greatest natural antibiotic and antispasmodic. Its antibiotic powers are used in many of natural mouthwashes and other dental products. Thyme herbal products can relieve the spasms of respiratory tract, and also thyme herbal tea can be used to ease the symptoms of indigestion, meteorism and other digestion problems. Common thyme is a good herb to be used for cleansing and stimulating detoxification.

Health benefits of thyme oil embrace its excellent antibacterial, antiseptic, stimulant, vermifuge, hypertensive, expectorant, diuretic and other powers. It can help us strengthen our nervous system, lower the effects of depression, improve memory and lower the chances of Alzheimer’s disease. Also, this oil has wonderful warming effects and can assist in blood flow normalization, relieving arthritis pains and muscle aches. Finally, health benefits of thyme oil also include its properties to fight respiratory infections and boost our immunity. Thyme oil can be used externally to treat skin infections, cuts, acne and other skin problems.

Writing a small article about medicinal uses of garlic is quite a difficult task because this herbal remedy has such a vast variety of therapeutic properties and benefits which can be covered and discussed only in a 500-page book. Presently, health benefits of garlic (Allium sativum) are pretty well explored and studied. Garlic is one of the oldest known medicinal herbs, which is mentioned in famous Ebers Papyrus, a medical encyclopedia of Ancient Egypt (dated back to 1500 BC) as a key ingredient of 22 most important natural remedies of that epoch. In ancient Roman and German national epic, garlic consumption was associated with courage, bravery and good health. It seems that people of those epochs were quite tolerant to garlic odor!

It is a known fact that garlic can frighten away not only vampires and evil spirits, but also such terrible things as cancer, hypertension, high cholesterol and heart disease, colds, etc. Excellent antibacterial, anti-fungal and antiviral properties of garlic can be attributed to the high content of allicin, the key medicinal element of this herbal remedy. One of the most important garlic health benefits is its property to prevent and treat such common aliments as cold and bronchitis. In New York or Mumbai, in London or Capetown – all around the world people know that taking one or two cloves of garlic on the onset of colds, coughs or throat irritations will help to avoid serious consequences linked to this diseases.

Anti-cancer properties of garlic became a subject of hundreds of studies and researches. It was discovered that a combination of two components of garlic, s-allycystein and diallye disulphide have a property to inhibit tumors. That is how this herbal remedy can stop or at least slow down cancerous cells development, as well as prevent cancer by improving our immune system. Two more elements containing in garlic, namely selenium and ajoene, also play a role in protecting us against cancer by removing heavy metals from our body and stimulating other types of detoxification.  Garlic is considered to be especially effective for lowering the risks of having stomach, breast, prostate, colon and skin cancer.

Lowering the risks of having heart disease, helping to control our blood pressure (by thinning our blood) and lower blood cholesterol levels are other key health benefits of garlic consumption on a regular basis. Therefore, eating garlic is essential for those who are concerned about their cardio-vascular health. Another property of garlic to lower sugar levels in our blood makes it an effective natural remedy for type 2 diabetes treatment and prevention. Antibacterial action of garlic can be used to calm down toothache and cure various skin problems, as well as to prevent tuberculosis and food poisoning. The specialists say that consuming 2 cloves of fresh garlic a day can protect you from developing such conditions as ulcers, vaginal yeast infections, bladder infections and so on.

Finally, garlic is considered to be one of the oldest known natural aphrodisiacs which has excellent natural powers to improve blood circulation and help men to fight  impotence. In addition, garlic is also very useful to all pregnant women since, according to the results of a recent study at a London hospital, it can aid in weight gaining for babies decreasing their chances to be born with low weight. At the same time, many specialists point on the fact that for all the above mentioned therapeutic purposes it is better to use fresh natural garlic rather than supplements (though supplements can help to avoid unpleasant garlic odor).

As you can see, garlic is a really wonderful herbal remedy for many diseases and ailments, but we must be careful with its dosages. If you have consumed excessive amounts of garlic, this can cause skin reactions, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and other unwanted side-effects. Do not forget to consult your therapist or other health care specialist if you want to start using garlic as a remedy or a part of your individual health care program. Remember that garlic is very useful, so do not be afraid to add more of garlic seasoning to the meals you cook, and let you and your family enjoy the full variety of valuable garlic health benefits!

Many modern people suffer from such dental problem as gingivitis, or gum disease, a type of periodontal diseases. This health condition is connected with a severe gum inflammation cause by various reasons: mainly by poor dental hygiene, but also certain viral infections, genetic predisposition, poor or unhealthy diet, taking certain medications, hormonal changes during menopause and pregnancy, and so on. Regardless of what the causes of gum inflammation are in your particular situation, it is necessary to find the most effective treatment of the problem in order to avoid hard complication and losing the teeth.

The list of ideas for home remedies for gum inflammation is quite long. It includes not only herbal remedies for gingivitis, but also several important recommendations for making changes in your diet and life-style. Undoubtedly, only a proper dental care and oral hygiene can guarantee you excellent dental health. Brush you teeth 2-3 times a day, floss regularly and visit your dentist for regular check ups once per 6 month. Choose special toothpastes for sensitive teeth, or the toothpastes with such herbs and oils as peppermint oil, basil, sage oil, babool, neem and other herbal remedies.

If your causes of gum inflammation are most likely linked to your life-style and unhealthy eating habits, enrich your diet with fish and the foods containing vitamin C and calcium, give up smoking, decrease your exposure to physical and psychological stresses. In order to avoid physical damage in your mouth, eat only soft, not spicy and warm foods. Avoid eating too sweet and too acidic foods, as well as drinking soft drinks. Try a gum massage or other therapeutic dental procedures. This everything can definitely improve your situation.

Specialists name calendula, echinacea and grapefruit extract as the most effective herbal remedies for gingivitis. However, not everyone can use these extract as they can be a little aggressive against the gums. Consult your health care specialist about using the following therapy: mix 8 drops of grapefruit extract and 10-12 drops of warm water, take the mixture on you fingertips and massage your gums gently. Also, you can prepare and use one of the easiest home remedies for gingivitis: add 5 drops of peppermint extract, 5 drops of sage extract and 3-4 drops of propolis extract to 200 ml of warm water. Rinse your mouth with this mixture every time after having meal within 2-3 months, then make a 1-2 months break.

Chewing a clove bud is another excellent example of using natural home remedies for gum inflammation. Clove is one of the most efficient herbal remedies for almost any dental problem, it can calm down toothache, fight with a great number of dental bacteria and assist in small oral wounds healing. Finally, such herb as Aloe vera is another wonderful and very effective herbal remedy for many dental problems, which can be an ingredient of various home remedies for gingivitis. You can simply take a pulp of Aloe vera plant and rub it into your gums.

Aloe Vera is one of the oldest known herbal remedies and natural antibiotics, which is mentioned in ancient Egyptian scripts and thus it has been used for more than 6000 years. This plant has an aimportant place in ancient Chinese medicine. Besides, it is mentioned in the works of ancient Indian physicians and in the workd of ancient Greek botanist and pharmacologist Dioscorides. In our times, there are more than 250 species of Aloe Vera which are being cultivated in the Mediterranean region, Middle Asia and other warm climatic zones. The spicy named Aloe barbadensis miller is used the most in modern herbal medicine.

The variety of Aloe Vera health benefits is amazing. Lowering high cholesterol levels and protecting against cancer are, probably, two most important ones. Another topical application of this plant is treatment of such health problems as psoriasis and herpes. Aloe is one of the most effective natural antibiotics, which can assist us in fighting against viruses, fungi and bacteria. In addition, it is possible to name more of therapeutic properties of this plant, including:

• speeding up detoxification processes and body cleansing,
• boosting blood oxygenation
• improving blood glucose levels
• assists in lowering stomach acidity
• preventing kidney stones
• burns and wound healing
• reducing high blood pressure
• relieving constipation
• soothing arthritis pains, etc.

Therapeutic properties and health benefits of Aloe Vera can be explained by very rich chemical content of this plant. Scientists have already discovered more than 160 chemical elements in Aloe Vera. Those include 13 vitamins, 12 important mineral elements, 15 ferments, several amino acids, essential atty acids, more than 10 types of saccharides, essential oils and other useful elements. For example, such carbohydrate as acemannan has excellent anti-microbial and anti-viral properties, as well as very powerful immune-response effects.

Antibiotics are among those few medicines which caused a real revolution in modern medicine. By a lucky chance, the world’s doctors received a powerful cure to fight a large number of bacterial infectious diseases, which used to cause the majority of lethal outcomes. Soon after Flemming’s penicillin discovery in 1928, such diseases as tuberculosis, meningitis, typhoid fever, sepsis and many others could be cured fast and effectively. However, when antibiotic had started being applied in many therapies, it turned out that the microorganisms, which were supposed to be destroyed by this antimicrobial compounds, became resistive and did not display any reaction on known antibiotics.

Moreover, there is a very destructive and harmful side effect of chemical antibiotics in various therapies: negative effects on the immune system. When used too frequently, antibiotics cause imbalances of useful microorganisms in human body. As a result, the immunity gets worse and body can not resist many dangerous diseases anymore. In addition, all main functions and systems of the body are affected, and antibiotics turn into our enemies.

Fortunately, there is the way: we can use the substances given by our Mother Nature to protect us against negative influences of various microorganisms. Natural antibiotics are considered to be quite safe and, if taken in reasonable doses, they usually do not have any serious harmful side effects (neither in a short-term, nor in a long-term context). Other important thing is, they do not weaken our immune system. On the contrary, they improve our immunity and play a very important role in preventing and treating many infectious diseases. At the same time, chemical antibiotics can be still used in cases of serious and life-threatening diseases.

All known natural antibiotics are received from the herbs and plants, which contain certain antibiotic compounds for effective protection against various fungi, viruses and bacteria. Pathogenic microorganisms can attack plants in the same way they attack humans and animals in order to live and destroy the tissues of the body. That is why a great number of natural antibiotics work not only against bacteria, but also are very effective against fungi and viruses.

Knowing more about the most powerful natural antibiotics will help you to protect yourself and your children against many infectious diseases, as well as to avoid harmful side effects of chemical antibiotics. In contrast to the latter, natural antibiotics heal softly and can be taken as a preventive measure. Instead of waiting with a sense of fear for cold weather to come, start fighting against various possible colds, flu or tonsillitis by using this natural gifts of nature. This way your immune system will get stronger and learn how to fight effectively against viruses, bacterias and other causative agents.