Grandma's Home Remedies

Acne is a common skin problem that brings about many different types of blemishes. When the openings of hair follicles become clogged with oil and other items, either a whitehead or a blackhead is the result. When blocked follicles are exposed to the surface of the skin, they become darkened in color. Often, people mistake [...]

The gurgle of your stomach, an uneasy feeling, and then an embarrassing release is the unfortunate events associated with intestinal gas. While it is impossible to stop the gas that forms in your intestine, following a few home remedies are known to ease symptoms and lessen the chances of shame when the occurrence takes place [...]

If fleas and ticks weren’t enough for your pet to avoid, they also have to contend with the threat of the very irritating presence of ear mites. Depending on the species, ear mites attack dogs, cats, rabbits, and even cattle. As a highly contagious pet condition, it is important to supply your companion with an [...]

They appear in the cracks of your eyes and around your mouth. They sneak on top of your once-smooth hands and attack the tops of your feet. This is the way of the wrinkle, which has a knack of unforgivingly appearing “out of the blue.” It is this common sign of aging that is one [...]

You’ve probably read or heard about the horror stories associated with the small insects that feed on human blood in the night. They attack when you are sleeping and are quite adaptable in most of the environments catering to humans. This is the life of a bed bug and contrary to popular belief – they [...]

In case you’ve ever wondered who is the most successful creature on Earth when it comes to reproduction, you probably never thought that the flea tops the list. Despite the fact that there are thousands and thousands of species of flea to contend with, a handful of factors help boost the population of fleas in [...]

With between 10,000 to 20,000 different kinds of ants in the world, the type of insect you most likely come in contact with on a hot summer day does not possess a deadly sting or the lethal injection of the tocandira ants of the Amazon. Ants possess an average life expectancy of 45 to 60 [...]

The luster and shine your tresses once enjoyed are no longer a reality when dry hair strikes. In this day and age, numerous factors contribute to lifeless, dull hair, ranging from the type of hair care products you use to prolonged exposure to the sun. Regardless of the reason(s), this unwanted condition is quite preventable [...]

When a cat begins to furiously scratch, their owner should investigate the source of their discomfort at once. If your cat is not suffering a skin infection, the root of the problem is most likely the cat flea, which becomes increasingly possible when your cat likes to roam about the great outdoors. It is this [...]

As soon as your dog begins to lift his or her leg to feverishly scratch behind their ears and about the rest of their body, you can only hope dog fleas are not the reason. Not only does the common canine pest terrorize pooches of all shapes and sizes, but also causes irritating consequences for [...]

With squirmy movements and the clear sign of discomfort stretched across their faces, babies with diaper rash are no happy campers. The constant irritation they feel makes it hard for them to enjoy the effortless days of infancy by keeping kids twisting and turning in the middle of the night. While the condition is known [...]

Whether you are choking on a piece of food or clearing your throat, coughing is a natural reaction to material blocking your upper airway passages, or affecting your lungs. Since there are numerous ways a cough may erupt, this telling occurrence serves as a beacon regarding the things that threaten our health. Coughing is a [...]

When a skin rash develops, the itchiness, redness, and dryness can be quite unbearable to deal with. Depending on the severity of your condition, rashes can also become an embarrassing condition that is not always easy to hide. Knowing the causes and home treatments associated with eczema allows individuals to find a way to cope [...]

As far as skin conditions go, acne is by far the most common disaster to strike the face and body. When pores and oil glands get clogged, the result is a pimple. Depending on the cause of this highly unwanted blemish, there could be pimples popping up everywhere; no one is safe from their unsightly [...]

When germs invade the urinary bladder, an inflammation develops that creates an assortment of uncomfortable symptoms. A bladder infection causes irritation and pain all across the board, especially when it comes time to relieve yourself. Getting this form of urinary tract infection treated is vital to the healthy balance of your body because once the [...]

Have you ever eaten something and the hardness, crunchiness, saltiness or acidity irritated the inside of your mouth? Many ignore these signs for a while until they finally catch sight of an unattractive, disturbing oral sore while looking in the mirror. Although it looks pretty intimidating, canker sores are not a life-threatening or serious occurrence. [...]

“I would like to find a stew that will give me heartburn immediately, instead of at three o’clock in the morning.” John Barrymore Heartburn is a painful burning sensation felt in the chest due to the reflux of acid. Some heartburn is caused by indigestion while some stems from the more serious gastroesophageal reflux disease [...]

Do you know why St. John’s wort is called so? This is because this plant traditionally flowers by and is harvested on St John’s day, that is, 24 June. Its other names are Klamath weed and Goat weed (1). This herb had been in use since antiquity for treating a range of diseases and disorders. [...]

Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba), also known as the maidenhair tree, is a gymnosperm. It’s considered a living fossil, since the genus Ginkgo has only one species. The name ginkgo means ‘silver apricot’ in Chinese. The tree is known to grow wild only in two small areas in China (1). Its importance lies in its curative capabilities. [...]

Echinacea is native to North America and has nine flowering species. These herbaceous, perennial plants grow up to a height of 2 meters and bear purple flowers. Although these are ornamental plants, they play an important part in herbal remedies (1). For medicinal purposes, Echinacea purpurea is believed to be the most potent of all [...]

Heard of black snakeroot, bugbane, bugwort, rattleroot, rattletop, rattleweed, and macrotys? Well if you have, you’re already aware of black cohosh, because these are the other names for this herb. Botanically, it’s called Cimicifuga racemosa. And such is its power, bugs don’t come near it, and hence the names! Black cohosh plant Black cohosh is [...]

In a lifetime, an estimated three out of four women will experience the discomfort and drawbacks that accompany the dreaded yeast infection. With a multitude of factors that contribute to this common condition (including oral birth control, pregnancy, antibiotics, menopause, and even tight undergarments), it’s pretty hard to hide from the itching and burning of [...]

Toothache is one ailment that can make your life miserable. The intense and unbearable pain won’t let you sleep, eat, drink or even draw in cold air through the mouth because of your tender tooth! Generally, toothache is caused when tooth decay invades or is about to infect the pulp chamber, which contains nerve endings [...]

If one fine morning you find that swallowing hurts, be warned you are about to catch a cold or the flu. However, sore throat, known medically as pharyngitis, can also occur due to some other viral or bacterial infections. This infection has the dubious distinction of being one of the most common reasons for visiting [...]

Our windows to the world are two delicate and complex organs. If they’re not looked after, they can saddle you with a host of problems, like irritation, dryness, eye infections, cataract and even blindness. Not only this, certain eye conditions can indicate if something’s gone wrong in some other part of the body too. For [...]

Anus, the least talked about part of our body, has ways to attract attention. This is because it has millions of nerve endings that make it one of the most sensitive parts of your body. A problem occurring here can have you writhing in pain. People found sitting at odd angles with embarrassed expression is [...]

Ever seen people, especially children, scratching their head persistently? Well, they certainly put you on guard, for you know the only reason why one would do so is because of that pesky little thing called head louse that makes the scalp its home. If you think this is gross, just see the head louse picture [...]

Whenever pet owners see their companions start to scratch, one of the first things to enter their head is a vision of fleas dancing about the fur or coat. These tiny pests are a common threat to pets and pet owner homes. If you prefer non-chemical methods of control, you may want to consider using [...]

Earache can be persistent, so much so, it’d not let you rest unless you do something about it. If you’ve suffered from its debilitating pain you’d know. Most earaches can be easily cured by over the counter earache medicines. However, some excellent home remedies for earache are also available that can give a lasting relief [...]

We all have experienced the discomfort of not having a good motion in the morning. But, constipation, especially chronic constipation, can have you in real problems. This condition prevents bowel movements despite your feeling heavy on the inside. However, the good news is there are some excellent constipation cures available, especially the safe and effective [...]

Finding painful, bubble-like, fluid-filled red blisters in the region of the nose, lips and outer edges of the mouth can be unsettling, because you know these aren’t your everyday pimples. What may actually come as a shocker is these blisters, called cold sores, are caused by the most contagious strain of herpes, which attacks the [...]

If facing the mirror in the morning is becoming an increasingly daunting task because of the dreaded pink dots, whiteheads and blackheads that seem to appear from nowhere on the face, it’s time you did something about your acne. This annoying condition of the adolescent years can follow you into the middle age and beyond! [...]

Have you ever eaten a good meal, but suffered a burning sensation that attacks the center of the chest? Doesn’t it take the fun out of enjoying your favorite foods? This irritating condition is called Acid Reflux, which occurs when the contents of your stomach (with acid) backs up into the esophagus. But, eating is [...]