... blood pressure of 90–140 mm Hg. All patients were required to give informed consent to participate in the study. Exclusion criteria included infections, external trauma, chronic alcoholism, malnutrition, drug-induced nerve dysfunction, concurrent cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive ...

... or yeast that help protect against bad bacteria. There’s preliminary evidence that some probiotics are helpful in preventing diarrhea caused by infections and antibiotics and in improving symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome but studies are on to find out its beneficial effect in other diseases ...

... the liver and the kidneys.

Due to its antiseptic property, frankincense oil could also be applied to wounds to prevent them from developing infections. Frankincense may even be ingested to aid the recovery of internal wounds. And in 2010, scientists reported that frankincense stopped cancer from ...

... a place in traditional medicine practices, such as Ayurveda, which uses the spice to treat:

stomach problems
skin diseases
blood disorders
mild infections
cough
liver conditions

Researchers have also studied the potential health benefits of turmeric and its compounds in Western medicine. According ...

... traditional Chinese and Native American medicine, it’s used to treat a variety of ailments, including prostate problems, malaria, urinary tract infections (UTIs), and heart disease (1Trusted Source).

More recent research indicates that it may also help reduce blood pressure, cholesterol, blood ...

... add to the risk of antimicrobial resistance.”

Fortunately, says Alma, she has an alternative that prevents at least half of her respiratory infections. Known as the “king of bitters” because of its taste, Andrographis paniculata – commonly known as andrographis – is a popular salad leaf in China ...

... starting to urinate with a weak stream and frequent urination.

Eventually there can be loss of bladder control leading to frequent bladder infections and possibly kidney damage.

Testosterone was originally believed to be the root cause of BPH, but as men age the levels of testosterone decrease ...

... help alleviate the symptoms of jaundice, edema, fever, and hepatic disorders.Anti-bacterial effectsGardenia essential oil can work for bacterial infections like sepsis and tetanus. Moreover, it is loaded with antioxidants, which help to reduce the risk for numerous diseases, including the big C.An ...

... of years in traditional Chinese and ayurvedic medicine and, according to WebMD, it’s been employed to treat bacterial, viral and even parasitic infections.The herb, extracted from a creeping vine leaf, has been beneficial in treating anxiety, depression and fatigue but now research shows that it can ...

... the essential oil.Proponents of using essential oils believe that helichrysum essential oil may help treat a variety of medical conditions, from infections to insomnia.BenefitsResearchers are beginning to use scientific testing to evaluate the claims made for helichrysum.In many cases, however, the ...

... echinacea plant or its roots. These preparations have traditionally been used for a variety of skin disorders, including the following: staph infections, cold sores, ulcers, wounds, burns, insect bites, eczema, allergies, and even rheumatoid arthritis.Studies with topical Echinacea preparations ...

... that children who received an herbal mixture that contained marshmallow root and other medicinal plants had fewer and less-prolonged respiratory infections.Parents and caregivers should talk to a doctor before giving a child any herbal remedies.2. Improving dry mouthChronic dry mouth, which the ...

... to cut prescribing by 15 per cent by 2025.Doctors have been asked not to prescribe antibiotics for self-limiting illness such as respiratory infections, but one in three people still receives a course each year for minor infections even though there is little evidence they make a difference, and ...

... claim to have treated were not subjected to X-ray or laboratory investigations to prove their case. They may be suffering from other respiratory infections. It is only when more work has been done like in other herbs that this claim may be valid. Laboratory studies should be carried out on other ...

... wrote. “Historically, it was used to treat a variety of indications including various respiratory conditions and fever as well as bruises, infections, and pain including headaches. Thus, its anti-inflammatory properties are well documented.”A detailed examination of the different chemical ...