Monday, June 22, 2009

Question [lemoulinrouge] : Does flax oil help encourage hormones naturally?

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Answer:

Key Benefits of Flaxseed Oil

Researchers suggest that consuming flaxseed oil on a regular basis can help with:

• Preventing acne and breakouts
**** • Balancing hormones
• Reducing cholesterol
• Prevent plaque formation in the arteries and keeping arteries healthy
• Improving the body's natural response to stress
• Improve cases of arthritis, since flaxseed oil acts as a natural joint lubricant
• Prevent injury in athletes and bodybuilders
• Improve digestion and elimination
• Improve the health of skin, hair, and nails because of its natural protein and fat content
• Improving cognition, memory, and concentration-it's often considered to be a brain boosting food
• Reducing the risk of Alzheimer's and other aging diseases
• Preventing toxic buildup in the bowels

http://hubpages.com/hub/Flaxseed-Oil-Health-Benefits

Question [sugar] : What is the best food to give a child to help boost there immune system?


I know that fruits and vegetables are good but what are the best kinds?

My seven year old has a rash and the doctor said that only her immune system can fight it off. So I bought her vitamins, but I want to know what else I can do to help. What are the best foods to buy to boost her immune system? Please help!
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Answer:

Natural remedy Echinacea : Medicinal properties & benefits

Echinacea angustifolia: This well-known herb is often used to help the immune system overcome infection.

In homeopathic form, it sometimes helps a person with recurring boils. People who need this remedy typically feel sickly, lethargic, achy, and chilly.

Echinacea Medicinal Properties & Benefits

Properties: Antibacterial* Anti-inflammatory* Immunostimulant* AntiViral*.

Parts Used: Most often roots, stems and flowers are also used but are weaker.

Constituents: Essential oil (including humulene and caryophylene), glycoside, polysaccharide, polyacetylenes, isobutylalklamines, resin, betain, inulin, sesquiterpene.

Herbalists do not agree on which species is best, E.purpurea,, E. pallida, or E.angustifolia, but all variants have phytochemicals that improve the immune system. There are dozens of dozens of biochemical compounds that act in therapeutic synergy in this complex plant that support disease resistance in several ways. However, taking echinacea when a cold or infection has already become serious may be fighting a losing battle. Echinacea is most effect when taken at the first onset of cold or infection symptoms. When fighting an established virus, combining echinacea with antiseptic herbs such as goldenseal or Oregon grape will enhance the effectiveness of the treatment.

8 FOODS THAT BOOST IMMUNITY = http://www.askdrsears.com/html/4/t042500...

Your immune system is your body's natural defence system. It protects your body against infection from bacteria and viruses. When you're ill, it also fights infection, and helps you to get better.

If you're feeling under the weather, or if you keep getting colds or other illnesses, there are many ways you can give your immune system a boost:

* Swap junk foods and microwave meals in favour of fresh fruit and vegetables, and wholegrain foods. Fruit, veg, and wholegrain food contain lots of immune boosting vitamins and minerals.

* Cut down on caffeinated drinks such as tea, coffee, and cola. Instead, drink lots of water, unsweetened fruit juices and herbal teas. Water will flush out your system, and fruit juice is packed full of vitamins and minerals. Herbal teas make a refreshing alternative to tea and coffee.

* If you smoke, it's best to quit. Smoking damages your immune system and puts you at risk of many serious health conditions, such as cancer and heart disease. Passive smoking can also affect the people around you. If you have to smoke, do it away from other people, especially children.

* Get plenty of immune boosting exercise. As well as lowering your risk of getting long-term health conditions like heart disease and osteoporosis, exercising for 30 minutes five times a week will improve circulation and keep your body's defences on top form. The exercise you do doesn't have to be too taxing - anything that gets you out of breath and sweaty can count towards your 30 minutes.

* If you're always tired, get more sleep. Sleeping is your body's way of repairing your defences so you're ready to fight infections. Aim for around 7-8 hours every night, and keep to a regular bedtime, even at weekends.

* Make sure you don't get stressed, as your heart beats faster and your immune system slows down. Take time to relax whenever you feel the pressure, and get loads of sunshine and fresh air to keep your spirits high.

* Avoid recreational drugs, which will damage your immune system. Becoming reliant on some types of medication can also affect your immunity, so only take medication when you really need to.

Question [stunnin_always] : Angus castus? benefits?

has anyone taken angus castus? What are its benefits can it help PMT?
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Answer:

This remedy may be helpful if problems with impotence develop after a man has led a life of intense and frequent sexual activity for many years. A cold sensation felt in the genitals is a strong indication for Agnus castus. People who need this remedy are often very anxious about their health and loss of abilities, and may have problems with memory and concentration.
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Agnus Castus Tincture:

Fresh herb tincture of Agnus castus, also known as Vitex or Chaste Tree. Agnus castus is a native plant of the Mediterranean region. The fruit of the plant is used. Unique dispensing insert guarantees accurate measurement and prevents contamination.

It is used for:

* Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
* Menstrual disorders, painful periods, heavy bleeding
* Hormonal acne
* Fibroids
* Endometriosis
* Infertility

Directions: 15 to 20 drops in a little water, twice daily.

https://www.yourhealthfoodstore.co.uk/details.php/p93_a_vogel_agnus_castus_tincture.html)

Agnus Castus/Chaste Tree/Vitex Supplement

The basic mechanism of action underlying agnus castus is its effect on enhancing corpus luteal development (thereby correcting a relative progesterone deficiency) via effects through the pituitary gland. Agnus castus has a profound effect on the hypothalamus and on pituitary function, helping normalise other hormones and reducing both prolactin and the estrogen-to-progesterone ratio.

* PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME - Many PMS sufferers exhibit elevated prolactin levels, especially in women experiencing breast pain or fibrocystic breast disease. Studies in PMS sufferers using agnus castus have shown up to ninety percent having improvement or resolution of symptoms.

* MENSTRUATION DISORDERS - Agnus castus has demonstrated effectiveness in aiding menstruation disorders including; secondary amenorrhoea, metorrhagia, lengthened and shortened cycles, especially when due to progesterone deficiency.

* ANTI-MICROBIAL ACTIVITY - Extracts of agnus castus have shown antimicrobial activity against a broad range of organisms including; staphylococcus aureus, salmonella, E. coli, and candida albicans. This may offer additional benefits, as dysbiosis is a common problem and may aggravate existing menstrual disorders.

* INFERTILITY - Research suggests that agnus castus can enhance corpus luteal functioning, thus lengthening the luteal phase and normalising progesterone levels often found to be low in infertile women.

* INFLUENCE ON LACTATION - Studies have shown favourable effects in aiding milk production (up to three times that of control group), after 20 days of use.

* ACNE - Controlled studies have shown that agnus castus may offer benefit to acne sufferers, most likely due to a mild anti-androgenic effect.

Known contraindications

Agnus castus is preferably not to be taken in conjunction with progesterone drugs, the contraceptive pill or HRT. Chaste tree may aggravate pure spasmodic dysmenorrhoea not associated with PMS.

http://www.organicfoodee.com/vms/agnuscastus.html)

References:

http://www.peacehealth.org/KBASE/cam/hn-2233003.htm
http://www.truestarhealth.com/Notes/2233003.html