Licorice and DGL- Health Benefits and Side Effects
Licorice and DGLLicorice is a slow growing herb and the dried rhizome and root are the parts used medically. Licorice is commonly produced in Greece, Turkey and Asia and is used mainly for upper respiratory track ailments and gastritis. Besides being used for medical purpose, licorice is also used as[...]
Black Cohosh Health Benefits and Side Effects
Black CohoshBlack cohosh is an herb native to North America and is popular as an alternative to hormonal therapy. The primary use of black cohosh is to alleviate menopause symptoms like mood swings, hot flashes, palpitations, vaginal dryness and diaphoresis possibly for up to six months. This therapeutic activity of[...]
Healing Properties and Side Effects of Milk Thistle
Milk ThistleMilk thistle is an herb used traditionally over 2,000 years for medicinal purposes. It is commonly used in the treatment of gall bladder problems as well as liver disease cure. Silymarin a flavonoid complex is believed to be the biologically active component of milk thistle and is[...]
Diet for Weight Loss
Calorie Diet: I would like to know if the Calorie Diet is advisable for people like me. I am interested in pursuing this diet and as such seek guidelines on the same.[...]
Dandelion: Facts, Uses and Health Benefits
Benefits and uses of DandelionA dandelion is a flower head consisting of many tiny flowers. The dandelion is native to Europe and Asia, and has spread too many other places. It is a weed having culinary and medicinal uses. It is grown as a leafy vegetable, similar to mustard greens[...]
Fasting Diet Advice
Fast Diet: What is the meaning of a Fast Diet? How do Fast Diets work and is it a safe diet to follow? I have been trying to get information on this subject and I would like to know more.[...]