Posts Tagged ‘garlic’

The Truth Behind Zinc as a Cold Remedy

Wednesday, May 16th, 2012

Truth Behind Zinc as a Cold RemedyThere is no doubt that among more natural-minded physicians, doctors’ advice calls in part for zinc to be used to fight a common cold. In particular, zinc lozenges. In this area, the essential mineral is the subject of many health breakthroughs. A new study confirms that zinc taken orally can work — though perhaps not as much as we’d hope. And there are common side effects.

The study is … Read More

The Vitamin Solution to High Blood Pressure

Monday, April 9th, 2012

The Vitamin Solution to High Blood PressureIn the final part of my look at how you could naturally lower your own blood pressure levels, I begin with vitamin D, then look at other supplements, and end with my bottom line.

Vitamin D
Vitamin-D deficiency is quite prevalent, estimated to occur in 30% to 50% of the general population. There is growing evidence that vitamin-D deficiency or insufficiency adversely affects the cardiovascular system.

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Try This Natural Option for Improving Your Insulin Sensitivity

Thursday, September 1st, 2011

You’ve heard this health advice before, but here it is again: garlic is good for you. Garlic is a member of the lily or Allium family, which also includes onions and leeks. It is rich in a variety of powerful sulfur-containing compounds. These compounds give garlic its distinctive odor, but are also what makes the herb a powerful alternative remedy against many diseases and conditions.

Just recently, a research team … Read More