Showing posts with label stress. Show all posts
Showing posts with label stress. Show all posts

Wednesday, March 30, 2016

Passion Flower: Natural Remedy For Insomnia And Stress

Originally shared by Healthy Food Care

Passion Flower: Natural Remedy For Insomnia And Stress

#Insomnia and #stress are two of the most common problems we face in the developed world today. Insomnia can be a mere nuisance for some, but for others it can represent a chronic struggle against sleeplessness. It often goes hand-in-hand with stress, which over time can trigger anxiety, burnout, and even physical illness if allowed to go untreated. Stress and insomnia cause fatigue, difficulty in concentrating, and impair performance at work and school. They also lower immune functioning, which in turn increases vulnerability to all kinds of maladies from the common cold up to serious and chronic illnesses. In other words, if you’re stressed out and can’t sleep, you need to find a solution. The best approach for long-term success is to change whatever life situation is making you anxious or sleepless, but sometimes this isn’t possible and a short-term solution is needed....

#health   #healthbenefits   #herbs   #healthyliving   #alternativemedicine  
http://www.lifehack.org/379346/passion-flower-natural-remedy-for-insomnia-and-stress

Monday, February 15, 2016

8 Herbs That Balance Hormones, Boost Adrenal Health and Fight Stress

8 Herbs That Balance Hormones, Boost Adrenal Health and Fight Stress

Energy without any jitteriness. Relaxed, yet alert and clear-headed. Stamina, performance, and workout recovery. Balanced hormone flow. This describes a state of vitality–an almost ideal physical state, particularly for athle...
#herbs   #healthbenefits   #health   #hormones   #adrenal   #stress   #healthyliving   #healthylifestyle   #healthyfood

Saturday, February 13, 2016

8 Herbs That Balance Hormones, Boost Adrenal Health and Fight Stress

Originally shared by Healthy Food Care

8 Herbs That Balance Hormones, Boost Adrenal Health and Fight Stress

Energy without any jitteriness. Relaxed, yet alert and clear-headed. Stamina, performance, and workout recovery. Balanced hormone flow. This describes a state of vitality–an almost ideal physical state, particularly for athle...
#herbs   #healthbenefits   #health   #hormones   #adrenal   #stress   #healthyliving   #healthylifestyle   #healthyfood

Thursday, February 4, 2016

15 Foods That Fight Stress

Originally shared by Health and Wellness

15 Foods That Fight Stress
Stress happens. You likely have some stress going on in your life right now. Far too often, stress can lead to health problems, one of which is weight gain

#food   #health   #stress   #mentalhealth   #healthy   #nutrition   #healthyfood   #eatinghealthy   #vitamins

Tuesday, October 6, 2015

7 REASONS TO DRINK PEPPERMINT TEA!


Originally shared by Lisa Lin (Teasenz)

7 REASONS TO DRINK PEPPERMINT TEA!
#pepperminttea  is not only mild and refreshing, but also powerful to treat a number of maladies. It can be a viable alternative for pharmaceuticals in some situations. Peppermint tea is prepared from the dried leaves of peppermint plant, which is a natural hybrid of spearmint and water mint. The main component of the #tea   is peppermint oil that contains menthol, menthone and menthyl acetate, which contribute to all its therapeutic effects. The tea is also rich in minerals such as #calcium  , #magnesium  &  #potassium   which provide a number of health benefits. 

1. WEIGHT LOSS
If you are keeping a close tab on added sugar and calories it’s time you start drinking peppermint tea. The strong smell of mint has been shown to control appetite and suppress cravings. A hot cup of peppermint tea after dinner can actually curb your desires for desserts and thus promotes #weightloss  

2. TOOTHACHE & BAD BREATH
Peppermint tea can be gargled to relieve toothaches. It contains eugenol which has antiseptic and analgesic properties. The tea can also help to get rid of #badbreath   caused by smoking, drinking alcohol or even eating onion and garlic. The antibacterial properties of peppermint tea make it ideal for improving bad breath. You can either drink the tea or swish it around in your mouth for best results. Besides peppermint tea, you can also drink green tea for weight loss.

3. DIGESTION
Peppermint tea is known for its ability to soothe an upset stomach and also relieve heartburn. It also helps relieve gas by relaxing the muscles of your intestine, allowing the gas to pass and also ease abdominal pain. The tea also stimulates bile flow to increase the rate and efficiency of #digestion   and promote healthy bowel movements. Besides, the tea is also an analgesic that can reduce pains associated with cramps, bloating and indigestion. Conditions such as diarrhoea, irritable bowel syndrome and constipation can all be improved with this tea.

4. CONGESTION
Placing a bag of peppermint tea in hot boiling water and using it as an inhalant can help to ease chest congestion associated with cold and allergies. The methanol in the cup of herbal tea can help relieve congestion. The tea thins the mucous and acts as an expectorant to break up coughs that can relieve dry coughs and sore throat. When you are suffering from cough have four to five cups of peppermint tea between your meals. You can also add a few drops of lemon juice to the tea to relieve #congestion   . You can also try hing or asafoetida for cough and cold.

5. FEVER
A mild peppermint tea can bring down your #fever   . Menthol, the main component of peppermint tea, can help your body cool down from inside while drinking the hot tea causes external sweating. Here are 6 home remedies that can relieve fever.

6. STRESS & ANXIETY
Peppermint tea has a cool, refreshing flavour and an invigorating aroma that can help you to relieve #stress   effectively. It also has sedative properties that can help you relieve nervousness and #anxiety   . You may also find it difficult to fall asleep when you are stressed out. The menthol in peppermint tea can relax the muscles and help you fall asleep.

7. NAUSEAU & VOMITNG
Peppermint has a calm and numbing effect that can treat #nausea  . Being an antispasmodic, peppermint tea reduces the chances of #vomiting   and nausea. It can also deal with motion sickness by reducing stomach ache and queasiness associated with it.

BONUS: Here is how you can brew peppermint tea:
In boiling water, put 2 tablespoons of dried peppermint leaves.
Let it steep for 15-20 minutes and then strain.

TIPS:
You can add some sweetener or even better: squeeze in some lemon juice according to your taste and enjoy your hot cup of tea!

source:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peppermint_tea
http://www.thehealthsite.com/fitness/7-healthy-reasons-to-drink-peppermint-tea-ta0315/
http://www.teasenz.com

10 Herbs to help lower your STRESS and ANXIETY levels.

Originally shared by The Mental Health Herbalist

10 Herbs to help lower your STRESS and ANXIETY levels.

#plantmedicine   #herbalmedicine  #stress, #anxiety  
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YUimsxl7Rbc&feature=autoshare

How To Overcome Anxiety and Stress Naturally Using Basil.


Originally shared by Treatment Herbs

How To Overcome Anxiety and Stress Naturally Using Basil.
http://treatmentherbs.com/overcome-anxiety-and-stress/

Basil has been known since antiquity.

Basil removes nervous headaches and helps to strengthen a weak memory, with melancholia problems, anxiety, and also in times of mental overwork.

Basil is a very important stimulant for the nervous system because it soothes nerves, reduces tension, and cleanses and stimulates the mind, all the while to improve the mood.

A remarkable fact about basil is that it provides energy for those who are mentally tired, while still offering peace when stress and anxiety are present.

Basil soothes the plurality of symptoms associated with stress such as headaches.

Infusion: Pour boiling water into a cup with 1 teaspoon basil. Allow it to sit for 5-6 minutes, strain it and then drink.

Caution: The daily use of basil tea can cause lethargy. Avoid excessive intake of basil seeds because they can cause damage to the brain and to the body. Basil tea should also be avoided by pregnant women and nursing mothers.
#basil #herbalremedies #anxiety #anxietyrelief #stress #stressrelief #healthyliving

Sunday, October 4, 2015

Wednesday, September 16, 2015

As a doctor, I get a lot of health questions both in my practice and in my email inbox.

Originally shared by Fashion & Lifestyle

As a doctor, I get a lot of health questions both in my practice and in my email inbox. Today, I found one that I felt was particularly compelling, which I’d like to share with you.

Read here 4 Best Methods to Relieve Stress Naturally in Minutes

#stress   #stressrelief   #stressmanagement   #health
http://www.healthntip.com/4-best-methods-to-relieve-stress-naturally-in-minutes