How to Treat Peritonitis With Natural Medicine

How to Treat Peritonitis With Natural Medicine



Diverticulitis is the beginning stage of peritonitis, caused when the inflammation begins to spread to the abdominal lining. Peritonitis is a serious condition that usually requires painful and expensive surgery; however, if you suffer from diverticulitis you can treat your symptoms and prevent the onset or further spread of peritonitis.









1


Prevent the onset of further spread of peritonitis and treat the symptoms of diverticular disease by increasing your intake of fiber. Eating at least 15 g of fiber everyday will help the stools to move easily through the intestines, eliminating the excess pressure in the colon that causes peritonitis and diverticulitis. Psyllium powder, flaxseed meal and legumes are among the long list of fiber rich foods you should include in your diet.





2


Eliminate foods that contain seeds, which may block the opening of the diverticulum, leading to aggravation and inflammation, or diverticulitis and peritonitis. Avoid cucumber, strawberries, kiwi fruit, peppers and other seedy foods, unless you carefully remove the seeds first.





3


Take glutamine supplements, a natural medicine that can help to protect the colon wall. Through protecting the colon wall, you can successfully treat diverticulitis and peritonitis and prevent further aggravation of the colon and intestinal walls.





4


Include omega 3 fatty acids in your regular diet, either by taking nutritional supplements or including more flax seed meal and cold water fish in your diet. Omega 3 is used for a variety of reasons in natural medicine and helps to fight the inflammation that causes peritonitis and diverticulitis. Some studies have shown that omega 3 can also help to prevent colon cancer, which is more common in people who suffer or have suffered from peritonitis and diverticulitis. While omega 3 should be augmented in your diet, omega 6, often found in red meats and dairy products, should be avoided as they aggravate inflammation of the bowels.





5


Treat the painful symptoms of peritonitis and diverticulitis with natural homeopathic medicine. Belladonna, bryonia and colocynthis have all been used successfully to treat abdominal pain, cramping, constipation and vomiting cause by peritonitis and diverticulitis. Consult a naturopath before beginning any of these treatments.


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How to Treat Nail Fungus Naturally

How to Treat Nail Fungus Naturally



As the warm weather arrives many of us trade shoes and sneakers for sandals and flip-flops, unless we are trying to hide the embarrassing signs of nail fungus. We all know the signs--thicker than normal nails that can run the gamut of colors from yellow to brown to black accompanied by pain and inflammation. Relief is on the way. Now you can treat unsightly nail fungus naturally. Read on to learn more.







Things You'll Need:





Leucatin




Vicks Vaporub




Yogurt




Hydrogen peroxide (3 Percent)




Tea Tree or Oregano Oil




Rubbing Alcohol




Listerine




Vinegar




Vitamins B, C, D and E and Zinc









1


Soak your nails. One of the most popular natural home remedies for treating nail fungus is soaking the infected nails in a that solution that kills the fungus. Immerse your nails in equal parts of warm water and white or apple cider vinegar for 20 minutes twice a day. Dry thoroughly. Vinegar is used because it creates an environment in which a fungus cannot survive. Rubbing alcohol, hydrogen peroxide (3 percent) and Listerine mouthwash also can be used.





2


Eat yogurt. Daily doses of yogurt or taking acidophilus capsules may improve your symptoms. Adding Vitamins B, C, D, E and zinc to your diet can also strengthen your immune system. Be sure to take the recommended amount. Excessive doses may prove toxic.





3


Apply topicals. Leucatin tops the list for natural ways to treat nail fungus. It generally produces swift results by penetrating the nail and absorbing the skin surrounding the nail and nail bed. It also thickens nails and eliminates the yellow color of the fungus. Available in oral form.





4


Rub on oils. Certain oils have a deep, penetrating power that kills the fungus by reaching into the nail bed. Tea tree oil, proven to have anti-fungal properties, is extracted from the stem and leaves of the Australian Tea Tree. Apply directly over the infected nail. Available in pure or blended form. Oregano oil also can be used.





5


Vaporize it. Rubbing Vicks Vaporub on infected nails is known to have stopped a fungus from growing but it did not eliminate it. Consequently, you must continue applying until the infected nail grows out and a new one takes its place.








Tips & Warnings










Keep your feet clean and dry.








Change shoes and socks often.








Avoid public restrooms and showers.








Keep your nails trimmed.








Never share nail clippers. If having your nails clipped at a salon be sure the clippers have been disinfected.








Toenail fungus is contagious. Treat immediately.



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How to Treat Mouth Sores with Herbs

How to Treat Mouth Sores with Herbs



Mouth sores show up as small white spots on your tongue or the inside of your cheek. Viral infections, inadequate Vitamin B12 and consuming acidic food can cause them. Some mouth sores can bug you for a week until they go away. There are several ways to soothe them and make them disappear faster.









1


Gargle your canker away. Make calendula or golden seal tea to help sores heal. Add two teaspoons of calendula or golden seal to boiling water. Steep for 10 minutes and strain to remove the herb remnants. Use the mixture as a mouthwash 3 to 4 times a day.





2


Take bilberry in capsule form. You may only associate bilberry with improving eyesight, but it's an astringent that draws tissue together. It's been used to treat mouth sores for thousands of years.





3


Drink blackberry leaf tea. It's an astringent that may sooth sore throats and mouth sores.





4


Rose petals can be made into an astringent tea to help canker sores. Use 2 to 3 teaspoons of dried chopped rose hips per cup of boiling water. Steep for 10 minutes.








Tips & Warnings










Don't give blackberry leaf tea to
children
under 2.








Give older children and senior citizens low-strength blackberry leaf tea to start. Build up to a stronger tea if necessary.



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How to Treat Migraines With Magnetic Therapy

How to Treat Migraines With Magnetic Therapy



Migraines are headaches that become so severe they interfere with everyday life. Pain can be intense and can last hours or days. Triggers include hormonal changes, certain foods and medications, stress and changes in sleep patterns and environment. Magnetic therapy, the use of magnetic fields to affect the functioning of cells and the nervous system, has been shown to reduce pain associated with migraines and even prevent them from happening.









1


Use magnets and magnetic therapy under the care and guidance of a doctor or expert. An expert can place the magnets correctly at the right strength in order to best treat migraine pain.





2


Adhere magnets in place as soon the migraine warning signs begin and leave them on until the symptoms pass. You can also use certain magnets to prevent headaches on a daily basis.





3


Place stick magnets on either side of the spine, between the shoulder blade and spine. Magnets should adhere to the areas of the spine 1 to 2 inches above the bottom of your shoulder blade, 1 inch from the top of the shoulder blade and on the back of the shoulder above the shoulder blade.





4


Wear a magnetic necklace, bracelet, earrings or headband and sleep with a magnetic pillow to reduce migraine pain daily. Start with a lower strength, as your body generally responds better to a lower strength magnet when relieving migraine pain.





5


Find products at alternative medicine facilities, through your health care provider or online at websites such as Magnetic Products or Magnetic Therapy Magnets (see Resources below).





6


Use other pain treatment methods in conjunction with magnetic therapy, as they won't interfere with magnetic therapy. For example, take a hot bath or shower and then apply magnets once completely dry.





7


Use high quality magnets with the correct strength for your degree of migraine pain. Consult a book such as "Magnetic Therapy" by Gloria Vegari or ask an expert for assistance. If you use the wrong strength your symptoms could worsen, and if you use the wrong placement you might not get all the benefits that correct placement gives you.








Tips & Warnings










Use magnetic therapy for short amounts of time to avoid reducing the effectiveness.








Purchase magnets with a money back guarantee from United States retailers so if the product fails to work as advertised you can get a refund.








Magnetic therapy is an alternative treatment; be sure to see your doctor and discuss this before starting treatment.








See a doctor immediately if you have negative reactions to the magnetic therapy or if you have questions about the usage.








Avoid using magnetic therapy if you are pregnant, on blood thinning medications or are using health-related electronic equipment such as a pacemaker.



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How to Treat Lung Congestion With a Poultice

How to Treat Lung Congestion With a Poultice



Old home remedies have been known to help aid the healing of conditions in ways that modern medicine hasn't investigated yet. The treatment of various conditions by the application of poultices has been used in folk medicine for many centuries in many cultures. You can treat lung congestion by applying a poultice to the chest to clear up breathing and drive out the infection.









1


Prepare a dried herb poultice using mustard. Use a motor and pestle to grind the mustard seeds into powder. Place the powder in a bowl and add enough water to make a thick paste. The water should be warm to draw out the healing compounds. The amount of water required will depend on the herb being used. The mixture should be thick but not stiff. You should be able to spread it.





2


Lay out a piece of cloth to form the base of the poultice. The cloth may be gauze, muslin, linen or plain white cotton sheeting. The piece material should be big enough to cover the entire chest area.





3


Spread the paste over the material so that it covers the chest area.





4


Use hydrogen peroxide to cleanse the chest prior to placing the poultice on it. Position the material over the chest area and cover with a towel to keep from getting the paste on the sheets or other bedclothes.





5


Pin the poultice in place over the chest and use a hot water bottle to keep it warm. Keep the poultice in place for up to 24 hours. The healing process of the poultice will cause a throbbing sensation that will continue as long as the poultice draws out the infection and neutralizes the toxins in the body.


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How to Wear High-Waisted Jeans

How to Wear High-Waisted Jeans



High-waisted jeans are a definite style choice, and not necessarily for everyone. However, if worn correctly, and with the right accessories, they can be incredibly flattering and an interesting, if somewhat dated, look. Read on to learn how to wear high-waisted jeans.







Things You'll Need:





High-waisted jeans



Heels or flats, depending on your height and size



A thin belt that fits around your true waist



A shirt you can tuck in









Step
1



When buying high-waisted jeans, keep two things in mind-- your height and your weight. The fit of the jean should be snug, with no gap in the waist, crotch or butt area. Whether you go with wide-leg or straight-leg or skinny-leg is all a matter of preference and perspective, but typically, if you are heavier or very short, you should stay away from skinny-leg jeans altogether, as they simply aren't flattering or forgiving.




Step
2



Pick your choice of shoes according to your body type. High-waisted jeans are more of a "formal" look, and should be paired with heels or flats, depending on your height and size (flats if you are very tall and very thin, otherwise, heels).




Step
3



Choose your top. You should always tuck your top into high-waisted jeans, and because of the snug nature of the jeans, you should pair them with a top that doesn't have too much fabric to tuck in. That said, you can pair them with a blouse if the blouse fabric is thinner, and/or isn't very long, and thus won't bunch up in the jeans. You should only just blouse the shirt you tuck in, so if you find by doing so, you still feel too much fabric tucked in, change the shirt.




Step
4



Accessorize with a thin, fitted belt. It draws attention to a small waist and completes the outfit.




Step
5



Check the pockets and wash on the jeans. You don't want a wash that accentuates any part of your body, or folds in the wrong places. And you definitely don't want pockets in the wrong places, drawing attention away from the overall look. Also, if you go with button-fly, make sure the buttons aren't bulging out. If the pants are too small, get the larger size and have them tailored to your body.







Tips & Warnings









High-waisted jeans go in and out of style. Keep up with the trends and wear the jeans sparingly, as people remember them.








The best tops for high-waisted jeans are body suit-type blouses-- less fabric to tuck in, but enough of a poof to give the outfit its balance.



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How to wear high heels comfortably

How to wear high heels comfortably



There is no doubt that high heels are flattering to your body's line. By lengthening the body they create a sleeker and slimmer figure. However, is it possible to wear them painlessly? Wearing heels for long periods can take its toll on much more than your feet. Even the most confident wearers can suffer from back, knee and foot pain from their added 4 inches of height. Following these steps may help reduce your heels' painful effect on your body.







Things You'll Need:





High Heels



Time



Dedication



Perserverance









Step
1



The best way to wear heels comfortably is to not wear them at all. However if you must wear them choose heels which are lower and slightly wider. This won't necessarily prevent wear and tear to your joints; it will simply make walking easier and less painful.




Step
2



When purchasing heels always have your feet measured. While your feet may have stopped growing your foot's shape transforms with age as fatty deposits shift. Never be afraid to try a wider shoe or a larger sized shoe. Manufacturers' sizes vary so although you're normally an 8, you may find yourself needing a 9 at times.




Step
3



Gel inserts and heel cushions should be used to allow your feet more comfort for long periods of wear.




Step
4



Always remember to walk "heel, toe, heel, toe, heel, toe" and to hold your body upright. Imagine a piece of string runs from the base of your spine through to your head which lifts you upwards. Holding your head high with your shoulders back will ease the pain and give you a more confident appearance.




Step
5



Teetering on heels shifts your body's center of balance which can cause spine damage. To minimise this try Pilates on a regular basis to improve your body's core stability. By strengthening your core
abdominal
muscles


your body can combat back pain effectively. An added bonus of improving these muscles is better posture which gives you a longer and leaner line.




Step
6



Increase your body's flexibility with regular

yoga


sessions. Stretching the hamstrings, hip flexors and extensors before and after wearing heels will improve your body's tolerance for heels.




Step
7



Pamper feet after a long day in heels with a warm honey foot soak. The honey has antiseptic qualities and the soak will leave your feet soothed. Mix 1 cup of honey in 1 gallon warm water. Soak for 15 minutes. Dry feet thoroughly afterwards.


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How to Wear High Heeled Sandals

How to Wear High Heeled Sandals



Summer sandals are a staple for any woman's wardrobe. Adding a beautiful high heel to your sandal gives you a gorgeous look with lots of versatility to go from daytime to evening wear. Choose the proper style and heel height for your body to wear high-heeled sandals comfortably all summer long.









Step
1



Determine the height of heel you are comfortable with. Consider the outfit you are coordinating your sandals with as well as your own personal style and body. Some people cannot wear heels higher than two inches due to back or knee problems. A stylish sandal should also be a comfortable one. Save extremely high heels (over three inches) for the dressiest of occasions.




Step
2



Consider your body type and leg shape. Women with thick ankles should avoid sandals that accentuate this problem with laces or straps that go around the ankle. A lower cut shoe is more flattering to this body type. If you have bunions, you should choose a pair of sandals whose straps either avoid or comfortably conceal the bunion.




Step
3



Experiment with different materials. Sandals made of leather are universally flattering for day and evening wear and are very durable. Modern high-heeled sandals are made of any material: rubber, silk, canvas or even rhinestones. If you are going to be wearing your shoes in the hot summer months, natural materials allow your feet to breathe. Some materials are sturdier than others are. Save wispy satin sandals for
weddings
and nights out on the town.




Step
4



Practice walking in high heels. Sandals in particular, because of their strappy nature, can lack good foot support. Practice walking in your sandals in the store before you purchase them to make certain they offer enough support for you to walk comfortably and gracefully.


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How to Wear Heels Without Killing Your Feet

How to Wear Heels Without Killing Your Feet



For many women, the idea of wearing heels to work is both sexy and terrifying. Your feet don't have to suffer huge consequences, however, in order for you to gain a little height and style. Here's how you can wear heels without the discomfort.







Things You'll Need:





Heels that you're able to walk at least 2 blocks in



Flexible flip flops



Space under your desk



Band-Aids









Step
1



Evaluate which brands of shoes (and heels) you're most fond of, concentrating specifically on comfort and the shoe's longevity.




Step
2



Set aside some money and purchase 2 to 3 different styles and heights of shoes from these companies. For the office, you may want to purchase one pair of stilettos or pumps, high-heeled boots, and wedges or espadrilles.




Step
3



Take some time to walk around the store in these shoes and get a feel for how long your feet can last before they start to feel uncomfortable. Also take note of whether the style/heel is too outrageous for the type of office environment you work in.




Step
4



Purchase the shoes you like, and give them a trial run on the weekend or after work, again to see how they feel when being put to work.




Step
5



Wear the heels to work once you're comfortable with them and pack a pair of flexible flip-flop sandals or ballerina-type slippers in your bag. Use the sandals (if appropriate in your office) when you're just moving around in between cubicles or after everyone else has left for the day.




Step
6



Keep the sandals/slippers in a drawer or under your desk in case of emergencies (i.e. you wore a pair of heels that you just discovered are more painful than bunion surgery).







Tips & Warnings









Evaluate how much walking you do in a typical day at work. Is the bathroom really far? Do you have to park two blocks away from your office? Does your job involve quick jots all around town? Do you typically walk to lunch everyday? These are important things to think about when decided upon the right heel for you








Pick heels that will complement your work attire nicely. Choosing a pair of outrageously high or loud heels is not the way to liven up an outfit or express individuality








Think about the types of people you will be interacting with during the day. If it's
children
, being closer to their height might be an advantage. The same could be said when meeting a potential client that is almost the same height as you without heels on--you may want to save the towering shoes for another time



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How to Wear Heels Comfortably

How to Wear Heels Comfortably



You don't have to pay the price of pain to look fabulous. Here are some tips that will help you look good, while remaining comfortable, in heels.









Step
1



Break them in. Walk around your house doing chores, or talking on the phone in your new heels. And try them out on different surfaces. Walk on carpets, tiles, stairs, ramps and concrete.




Step
2



Find the perfect fit. If you buy shoes that are too small, just because they don't have your size, you are only setting yourself up for pain. The same goes for shoes that are even slightly too big. The fit has to be perfect in order for them to be comfortable.




Step
3



Go for stilettos. The chunkier heels seem to come and go, so stick with the old stand-by. But be careful about getting heels that are too high. A fall is too high a price to pay for fashion. Being comfortable in heels can be an acquired state. Walking in stilettos can be tricky at first, but practice makes perfect.




Step
4



Buy inserts. Inserting a cushioning layer into your heels will make them much more enjoyable. Some heels have the disadvantage of not providing enough arch support, so add to the shoes what the manufacturers leave out.




Step
5



Change them up. Put on a different type of shoe every day. Wearing heels too often can make the experience more painful. Give you feet a break from heels at least two or three days out of the week. They will thank you for it.


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