Home RemediesBy Hugo Mendez and Carlos Mendez

What are Home Remedies?• A home remedy can be defined as an alternative

treatment which utilizes spices, vegetables, or other common items found within the household.

Are Home Remedies Beneficial?• There are many controversies regarding home

remedies; many individuals believe home remedies are impractical or tedious. Home Remedies are less expensive than conventional treatments, and may be much more effective (effectiveness varies between individuals).

The Common Cold

• 1.) Drinking Plenty of fluids: the common cold can be treated by drinking a large quantity of liquid. Drinking plenty of fluids thins the layer of mucus within your nasal passages.

• 2.) Lemons: Lemons contain an abundance of vitamin C, which is a potent antioxidant. Lemon or lime juice are known to decrease the strength of the cold virus and reduce the amount of phlegm. In order to provide an effect add lemon juice to your tea with honey.

• 3.) Ginger: Steep several slice of ginger root into hot water and drink the mixture.

Poison Ivy• 1.) Cucumber: The application of cucumber onto the affected

area soothes the rash.• 2.) Apple Cider Vinegar: In order to utilize apple cider vinegar

you must apply an object preferably a paper bag and place it on the affected area in order to draw out the toxins.

• 3.) Aloe vera: Aloe vera gel when placed directly on the affected area will soothe the rash quickly.

• 4.) Cold Compresses: The application of cold compresses reduce the potency of the rash and prevents the formation of blisters.

Stomach Flu• 1.) Constant Hydration: Drink soothing beverages

such as mint or chamomile tea as well as coconut water or bone broth.

• 2.) Probiotics: The most efficient method of consumption when ill is in the form of yogurt or kefir. Probiotics are important due to the fact that the bacteria found within these substances promote immune system health.

• 3.) Chia Seeds: Since chia seeds absorb water, the gel like coating which will eventually form around the hydrated seed will soothe your digestion and transport water across your body.

Chicken Pox• Baking Soda: Mix one-half tablespoon in a glass of

water and apply the mixture on the affected areas utilizing a sponge.

• Oatmeal: Grind two cups of oatmeal into a coarse powder, place the oatmeal in a half gallon of water and allow the oatmeal to remain there for 10-15 minutes. Pour the mixture into a cloth bag and place the cloth bag into a drawn bath and stir the water until it appears as if it is a milky color.

• Herbal Tea: Ingesting certain soothing herbal teas such as chamomile, holy basil, marigold, and lemon balm can reduce itching sensations.

Running Injuries• Pickle Juice: You can drink pickle juice if you suffer

from cramps during long runs.• Tennis Ball: You can use a tennis ball as a

massage tool in order to relieve muscle knots or tight muscles. This is achieved by applying pressure onto the affected area.

• Cherry Juice: Many runners claim that cherry juice alleviates muscular discomfort or pain.

Video• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sv_gu4rxN5o

Podcast• http://netcaststudio.com/home-remedies/

Benefits• The benefits associated with home remedies are

vast:• Home remedies have a very small cost associated

with them.• Home remedies are natural and wholesome, in the

sense that they are not processed, and several may not induce several adverse reactions when compared with Pharmaceutical treatments.

• These Remedies are simple to assemble and use.• Several of these remedies can improve your health.

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• http://health.howstuffworks.com/wellness/natural-medicine/home-remedies/home-remedies-for-colds.htm

• http://running.about.com/od/injuryrecovery/ht/injuryrecovery.htm