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Health & Fitness > Herbal & Natural Remedies The wonders of valerian root: 4 of 10
Valerian is by far one of my most favorite herbal supplements. Known for its sedative properties, valerian is most commonly used by those who have difficulty sleeping. Unlike many over the counter sedatives, valerian is not addictive and does not leave you feeling groggy in the morning. Valerian however, can be used for a mu... More..
Health & Fitness > Holistic Health Natural remedies for pink eye: 2 of 5
Natural Remedies for Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis) Conjunctivitis, more commonly known to as "pinkeye" is the result of an inflammation of the conjunctiva, the membrane that lines our eyelids and covers most of the whites of our eyes. When this inflammation occurs, your eyes may appear to be swollen and bloodshot. Those that suff... More..
Pets & Animals > Cat Care & Health Cat dental care: Dental care tips for cats: 2 of 5
Cat dental care is a subject that many cat owners can often neglect. It's not that they do not love their cats, but when it comes to cat dental health, it is often overlooked. Unfortunately, this can lead to a number of health problems, so it is extremely important that you provide regular cat dental care so that your cats t... More..
Health & Fitness > Homeopathy Bee sting relief: 2 of 5
If you've been stung by a buzzing bee, there are quite a few natural remedies that you can use to help bring you relief. These remedies should of course, only be used if you do not suffer from allergies related to bee and other insect stings. If you do suffer from sting allergies or are unaware if you do, pay close attention... More..
Home & Garden > Gardening (Other) Tips for watering your garden: 5 of 12
Most people don't think about how they are going to water their garden. They figure that all they need to do is just pull out the garden hose once in a awhile and give it a good once over. There are however more effective and efficient ways to water your garden that will also help you to conserve water. Many people wonder wh... More..
Health & Fitness > Holistic Health Natural cures for bladder infection: 4 of 9
Nearly everyone has suffered a bladder infection at some point in their lives. Because bladder infections can be caused by a number of issues, they are a relatively common illness. At best, bladder infections are simply an irritant, however if left untreated they can cause severe medical problems. Here are a few home remedie... More..
Health & Fitness > Nutrition & Health Issues Best sources of healthful proteins: 10 of 22
Protein is essential to our bodies and our health. Protein is found in our muscles, bones, skin and hair. In fact, protein is found in almost all of our body parts and tissues. So what foods can we eat that are healthy and ensure we get the proper amount of protein daily? Adults on average need at about 7 grams of protein fo... More..
Sports & Recreation > Hiking & Backpacking How to plan a backpacking trip food menu: 5 of 11
Good back packing food is dependent on four factors. These are that the food is: Non-perishable, nutritious, light-weight and not messy. One of my favorite back packing foods is pemmican. Pemmican was has been made for centuries by its inventors, the native people of North American. It is a concentrated, high calorie food th... More..
Style & Beauty > Hand & Foot Care How to nurture your feet: 3 of 6
Summer is the time for sandals and bare feet. Keep your feet looking fabulous for a fraction of what you would spend in the salon. When the weather warms up, people want to shed those heavy winter shoes and wear lightweight sandals or even no shoes at all. Unfortunately, exposing our feet to the elements can often cause them... More..
Health & Fitness > Herbal & Natural Remedies Health benefits of echinacea: 3 of 6
Echinacea is a definite favorite to those who prefer herbal and holistic health remedies. There are approximately nine different species of echinacea, though the most common form used in herbal medicines is the species Echinacea purpurea. Some common names of echinacea include purple coneflower, coneflower and American conef... More..