...disorders of the GI system. First of all there are herbal treatments for GI disorders. At least 50% of GI patients have used some type of herbal treatment to relieve their symptoms. According to "Herbal Treatment For Gastrointestinal Disorders" (2013), "the overall philosophy of alternative medicine takes a uniform holistic approach that all diseases result from disturbances at a combination of physical, psychological, social and spiritual levels” (What is complementary and alternative medicine?). Alternative medicine is used to restore balance to the body and help in its own healing process and that GI disorders are the most common diseases that people will use an alternative practitioner. Herbal therapy is used for many different issues including nausea and vomiting, irritable bowel syndrome, diarrhea, constipation, and GI cancers ("Herbal Treatment For Gastrointestinal Disorders", 2013). One home remedy for nausea and vomiting is Ginger. It can be used to treat vomiting from things like morning sickness, motion and sea sickness, chemotherapy and surgery. Capsaicin is from the red pepper and it will block the signals in nerve fibers that carry the pain sensation from the abdominal organs to the brain. It’s been found to help things like upper abdominal pain, nausea and bloating. Peppermint oil will cause the smooth muscle in the intestines to not contract. This means that it can be used for relief from irritable bowel pain. For irritable bowel disease is curcumin. It’s...
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...RESEARCHING HERBAL PEPPERMINT USAGE HLST 301: Complementary and Alternative Therapies Chelsea Musgrave ID # 3158485 Janete Poloway Athabasca University November 29 2014 Peppermint is one of the oldest herbs used for many medical purposes. However, Peppermint oil was not utilized in formal medicine until the 18th century. There are more than 25 species of true mint grown throughout the world (University Mary Land Medical Center , 2013). Peppermint, a popular plant in Europe that has herbal properties to aid in many health ailments, is widely characterized as a popular flavoring for gum, toothpaste, and tea. It is the oil from the leaves and flowering tops of the peppermint plant that are used in various herbal remedies (Wurges Jennifer, 2005). An herbal remedy is defined as the use of plants for medical purposes (Wurges Jennifer, 2005). Peppermint oil acts as a muscle relaxant and was traditionally used to treat digestive symptoms in Ancient Egypt. The oil continues to be used for various health ailments including nausea, indigestion, cold symptoms, headaches, muscle and nerve pain, stomach problems, and bowel conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (Foster, 2012).The Menthyl is the ingredient that gives peppermints its minty flavoring and aroma while Menthol is the main component in peppermint that provides a cooling sensation. The Peppermint plant grows to about 2 - 3 feet tall and blooms from July through August, sprouting tiny purple...
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...Alternate Pain Relief Options Particular drugs have undesirable results and for this cause, a great number of individuals have second thoughts in with them. Here will be alternative pain relief choices for you. Ever seeing that humans existed, pain is definitely already a part of life. Pain also offers varying degrees. An individual can suffer from mental pain, physical pain, and so forth. It might be impossible to steer clear of pain all of the days of your life. You must accept the fact that pain is part of life but if you don’t want to use conventional medicine, you can always turn to alternative methods. Famous drugs can indeed help especially in the case of tooth extraction or perhaps when there is personal injury. Trademark medicines...
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...HERBAL THERAPY Introduction Herbs are plants that have acquired some inherent value to humans. There is a certain power with the use of herbs because it is primarily intended to alleviate and provide quality of health. Three values that I found relevant with this book that I believe will also be beneficial for others to read is its medicinal property and edibility. All plants have the potential to fall into the one or all of these categories. Contrary to popular belief, the study of plants is not a pseudo-science. This belief perpetuates the idea that herbs need not be taken seriously. However, the study of herbs as a science, along with mushrooms and algae can safeguard human wellbeing when utilizing these plants. It is not my intent to promote DXN membership and business opportunities but to share the wealth of knowledge derived from the therapeutic health supplements for human wellness. Defining Herbotherapy Herbotherapy is a broad term used to refer to any type of healthcare treatment using fresh or dried herbs that also includes mushrooms or fungi such as the Ganoderma and the algae Spirulina. It is also known as a "natural" drug because they are derived from nature. This is unlike pharmaceutical drugs, which are synthesized from chemicals. The combination of all these elements from nature provides medicinal value in treating illnesses and diseases. Herbal medicine dates back more than 4,000 years ago from the healing traditions of the Chinese...
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...------------------------------------------------- * This is the list of the ten (10) medicinal plants that the Philippine Department of Health (DOH) through its “Traditional Health Program” have endorsed. All ten (10) herbs have been thoroughly tested and have been clinically proven to have medicinal value in the relief and treatment of various aliments: 1. Akapulko (Cassia alata) – also known as “bayabas-bayabasan” and “ringworm bush” in English, this herbal medicine is used to treat ringworms and skin fungal infections. 2. Ampalaya (Momordica charantia) – known as “bitter gourd” or “bitter melon” in English, it most known as a treatment of diabetes (diabetes mellitus), for the non-insulin dependent patients. 3. Bawang (Allium sativum) – popularly known as “garlic”, it mainly reduces cholesterol in the blood and hence, helps control blood pressure. 4. Bayabas (Psidium guajava) – “guava” in English. It is primarily used as an antiseptic, to disinfect wounds. Also, it can be used as a mouth wash to treat tooth decay and gum infection. 5. Lagundi (Vitex negundo) – known in English as the “5-leaved chaste tree”. It’s main use is for the relief of coughs and asthma. 6. Niyog-niyogan (Quisqualis indica L.) – is a vine known as “Chinese honey suckle”. It is effective in the elimination of intestinal worms, particularly the Ascaris and Trichina. Only the dried matured seeds are medicinal -crack and ingest the dried seeds two hours after eating (5 to 7 seeds for...
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...the General practitioner and a Complementary & Alternative health practice. Comparably, both practices treat the same set of common illness’s or diseases such as pregnancy, childhood illnesses, common cold, asthma, diabetes, high blood pressure, depression, injury, and anxiety; however, there are differences in the technique to treatments and healing methods, which should be considered in choosing the type of practice that best fits your needs. In order to discuss the similarities and differences between the two practices we must first define them. A general practitioner, that practices modern medicine is defined by Collins English Dictionary as “ a physician who does not specialize but has a medical practice (general practice) in which he deals with all illnesses” (2005); while Collinsenglishdictionary.com defines Complementary health as” also called: alternative medicine , the treatment, alleviation, or prevention of disease by such techniques as osteopathy, homeopathy, aromatherapy, and acupuncture, allied with attention to such factors as diet and emotional stability, which can affect a person's wellbeing” (2009). When visiting a general practitioner for an illness, they will begin the appointment with an examination consisting of finding out information such as weight, height, age, blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, list of medication, family medical history, and ailments. As part of the examination the practitioner may require a series of...
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...OREGANO TEA Uses: * Oregano tea is believed to have a soothing effect and helps in getting restful sleep. Preparation * wash fresh or dried oregano leaves * chop then add in 4 cups of water for every 1 cup of oregano leaves. * let it boil for 10 to 15 minutes * Let it steep then strain the leaves. * Drink half cup of Oregano three times a day. * Oregano concoction can be stored in suitable glass container for later consumption. BAYABAS Uses: * Bayabas, Herbal Medicine For Stomach Problems * For diarrhea and control stomach parasites Preparation * Gather fresh Bayabas leaves, * Boil chopped pieces of about 4 to 6 tablespoon for every 18 ounces of water. * Strain and let cool. * Drink ¼ cup of decoction every 3-4 hours until symptoms improve. TAWA TAWA Uses * Tawa-tawa tea for Dengue treatment: Procedures in making * Take 5 to 6 full whole Tawa-Tawa plant * Cut of the roots * Wash thoroughly * Fill a boiling pot with 1 liiter of clear water * Boil the Tawa-Tawa for 1 (one) minute in slow rolling boil Cool * Let the Dengue victim drink only the Tawa-Tawa water for 24 hours * Slip 1 to 1.5 glasses of Tawa-Tawa water for every hour Uses * Aloe vera contains hormones called gibberellins and polysaccharides which kills acne-causing bacteria. Preparation * Extract the gel from a fresh aloe vera leaf and rub it on the affected area. * Let for 3 – 5 minutes...
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...The Symptoms of Fibromyalgia The Symptoms of Fibromyalgia Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that usually causes pain throughout the body in connective tissues, or the muscles, tendons and ligaments. These fibrous tissues result in the “fibro” prefix, and “myalgia”refers to muscle pain. Unfortunately, the exact causes of the condition are not completely known, and some physicians consider fibromyalgia to be a disease of the nervous system and brain instead of the soft tissues. Regardless of cause, fibromyalgia causes real symptoms and pain for the 8 percent of the population that it affects by the age of 70. About 5 million people in the United States currently suffer from this disorder. The Most Common Fibromyalgia Symptoms The core symptoms of fibromyalgia in unrelenting, chronic pain that often grows worse with stress, increased physical activity and other environmental stimuli. These pain accelerators might include bright lights, heat or cold, loud noises and other intrusive incitements. The pain can present in various ways because people often experience their symptoms differently. Your pain might feel similar to the following descriptions: Deep pain in the legs, arms, shoulders and back Aching pain...
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...THE CONTRIBUTION OF HHERBAL PLANTS IN THE FILED OF MEDICINE A Research Paper in ENGLISH IV Submitted to: Mrs. Grace B. Amar Submitted by: Queeny Kenn A. Amar Cristelle Mae T. Gille IV – Faraday Sy: 2010 – 2011 TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter I Page No. Introduction - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1-2 Statement of the Problem - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3 Definition of Terms - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3 Chapter II Findings of the Study - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4 - 14 Chapter III Conclusion - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 15 Recommendations - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 16 Bibliography - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 17 - 18 i TOPIC OUTLINE I. Introduction II. Different types of Herbal Plants A. Luyang Dilaw (Ginger) B. Malunggay (Horseradish) C. Ampalaya (Bitter Melon) D. Mangosteen E. Sabila (Aloe Vera) III. Different practices and traditions of Herbal Plants in some countries. A. Greece B. China C. India IV. Conclusion V. Recommendations ii INTRODUCTION Herbal plants have a great contribution in the field of medicine. They are defined as the nature’s natural healers. The plants are use for treating common diseases and promotes...
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...One type of herbal eye drop is called Murine Tears. There are six ingredients that are found in real tears and these are also found in this brand of eye drops. Using these eye drops will help stop any irritation that has been caused by itchy or dry eyes. Since herbal eye drops are made to resemble human tears, they can offer immediate relief from itchy eyes. However, there are many different herbal eye drops for purchase online. But it is important to understand what kind to look for before you make your decision. Herbal eye drops will have certain types of ingredients in them that will help certain eye issues. The following are herbs that one should look for when searching for a quality herbal eye drop. Ginkgo biloba is an herb that has...
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...Chinese History(herbal) The first traditionally recognized herbalist is Shénnóng (, lit. "Divine Farmer"), a mythical god-like figure, who is said to have lived around 2800 BC.[2] He allegedly tasted hundreds of herbs and imparted his knowledge of medicinal and poisonous plants to farmers. His Shénnóng Běn Cǎo Jīng, Shennong's Materia Medica) is considered as the oldest book on Chinese herbal medicine. It classifies 365 species of roots, grass, woods, furs, animals and stones into three categories of herbal medicine: 1. The "superior" category, which includes herbs effective for multiple diseases and are mostly responsible for maintaining and restoring the body balance. They have almost no unfavorable side-effects. 2. A category comprising tonics and boosters, whose consumption must not be prolonged. 3. A category of substances which must usually be taken in small doses, and for the treatment of specific diseases only. Egyptian History(herbal) The original text of Shennong's Materia Medica has been lost; however, there are extant translations.[3] The true date of origin is believed to fall into the late Western Han dynasty[2] (i.e., the first century BC). The ancient Greeks didn't invent the art of medicine; rather, they had a large body of preexisting medical lore and knowledge to draw on. Their distinctive genius lay in their ability to distill and refine all this medical knowledge into a new systematization and synthesis. Most medical historians now...
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...Alternative Medicines All of us will not be to be in a position to experience the feeling, but people who regularly suffer from sinusitis tell us that the pain and swelling caused by sinusitis inflammation is sheer misery and pure hell. A stuffy nose can play havoc with your day-to-day activities - and all that nose blowing, sneezing, and the stuffed red nose - nothing can be worse than that. It is extremely difficult to imagine how a person from sinus or sinusitis can go through all this extreme suffering. What is sinus or sinusitis? Sinus infection or sinusitis could be said to be one of the most common respiratory conditions affecting millions of people all over the world. The symptoms of sinusitis is similar to that of the...
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...as well as many that are in opposition to the use of marijuana in any situation. Parties on both sides of the issue are regularly bringing forth new information to endorse their case. Marijuana, made from an Indian hemp plant that bears the name cannabis sativa, is a mixture of stems, leaves, and flowering tops. The flowering tops are smoked for the tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, that is concentrated there. THC is the main psychoactive ingredient in marijuana. The use of marijuana as folk medicine began in Central Asia as far back as 3000 B.C. It’s use as a pleasure-inducing drug began in the 1900’s, becoming widespread in the 1960’s and 1970’s. In the 60’s and 70’s, marijuana became the second most popular drug, alcohol being the first. This trend continues today (Berger). Throughout the 1970s, public opinion about marijuana was mixed. A growing number of people were smoking marijuana to cope with medical problems that were not responsive to conventional medicine— particularly the pain and nausea associated with cancer and chemotherapy. Moderate politicians in both political parties began to argue in favor of marijuana decriminalization, which would waive serious penalties for possession of small amounts of marijuana for personal use. By the late 1970s, the American Medical Association, the American Bar Association, and the National Council of Churches all endorsed decriminalization, and eleven states had passed statutes that decriminalized marijuana use. But during the...
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...Introduction: I. How many of you know what acupuncture is? A. Acupuncture is a 3,000-year-old healing technique of Traditional Chinese Medicine. B. By understanding acupuncture, how it works, and what goes on during appointments, you’ll be more open to getting this sort of treatment. [FIRST, YOU MIGHT BE WONDERING] Body: I. What is Acupuncture? How does it work? A. Acupuncture is an age-old healing practice form of Chinese Medicine that’s been around for centuries now and it involves the insertion of very thin needles through the patient's skin at specific points on the body. B. It's based on the theory that energy, called chi, flows through and around your body along pathways called meridians. Each meridian corresponds to one organ, or group of organs, that governs particular bodily functions. This constant flow of energy keeps the yin and yang forces balanced. However, if chi gets blocked, the disruption can lead to pain, lack of function, or illness. C. Acupuncture seeks to release chi by stimulating points along 14 energy pathways. Scientists say the needles cause the body to release endorphins -- natural painkillers -- and may boost blood flow and change brain activity. [YOU MIGHT ASK] II. What happens during acupuncture? A. First, your Acupuncture Provider will give you an exam to see how severe your pain is and your health conditions. Then your provider will look for the places, called acupoints, on your body to access your chi that is...
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...taking place in the field of psychiatry and medicine, is the use of holistic treatments. These discussions have opened a window of opportunity to discuss different options pertaining to our own healthcare, but the looming question is, which treatment is truly going to be the best decision. With the popularity of the holistic approach, society has started to vilify conventional medicine. On the one hand, I agree that in the realm of holism, there are a few naturalistic remedies that can be administered with less side effects. On the other hand, I still maintain that it is only rational to seek out a licensed medical or psychiatric professional pertaining to any conditions that require conventional medicine....
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