Natural Help with Multiple Sclerosis What is Multiple sclerosis or MS? Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune condition in which the immune system attacks the central nervous system. MS affects the ability of nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord to communicate with each other. Nerve cells communicate by sending electrical signals called action potentials…
Natural Help for Irritable bowel syndrome Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder that effects the lower or larger part of the intestinal tract (colon). In IBS, the normally rhythmic muscular contractions of the digestive tract become irregular and uncoordinated. This interferes with normal movement of food and waste material, and leads to an…
I recently discovered a skin cancer spot on my leg. Is there a natural way to fight this? Gary, UT Natural Help for Melanoma or Skin Cancer Melanoma is considered the most serious type of skin cancer. It begins in skin cells called melanocytes. Melanocytes are the cells that make melanin, which gives skin its…
Help, I get Canker Sores all of the time, is there a natural way to stop them? Kacie, MI. Natural Help for Canker Sores Canker sores, also known as aphthous ulcers, are small, shallow lesions that develop on the soft tissues in your mouth and at the base of your gums. They usually pop up…
I have had an Infection on my leg for two months. Antibiotics do not help and now my doctor is saying it is MRSA and that I need more antibiotics. Is there a more natural way to treat staph? Melissa, IL. Natural help for MRSA Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infection is caused by Staphylococcus aureus…
Natural Help for Lactose Intolerance Lactose is the primary sweetener in Milk. When the body has an intolerance to lactose, that means that there is a deficiency of the lactase enzyme in the digestive system. Without this enzyme, the body lacks the ability to digest considerable quantities of lactose. A simple test for lactose intolerance…
My son has had the “runs’ for a couple of days now. Do you have anything that will stop it? Alana, ID Natural Help for Diarrhea Diarrhea is defined as abnormal frequency of loose, watery stools. With diarrhea, stool can be passed more than three times a day and up to a quart a day….
I have mastitis and it is very painful to breastfeed. I have been on several antibiotics and nothing seems to help. Is there anything that might help, naturally? Kristi, ID. Natural help for MASTITIS Mastitis is an inflamed and infected breast, that is caused by invading germs, usually by a common bacteria (Staphylococcus aureus) found…
Thyroid Disease The thyroid is a butterfly shaped gland in the front of the neck. It is one of several glands in the endocrine system. The function of the thyroid is to produce hormones which are used by every cell of the body. These hormones are produced when a protein (called thyroglobulin protein) binds to…
Help with Insomnia Insomnia is a difficulty initiating or maintaining sleep, or both. It is considered a symptom, not a disease, of any of several sleep disorders, characterized by persistent difficulty falling or staying asleep despite the opportunity. It is typically followed by physical problems while awake. There are several different types of insomnia, but…