The bladder is responsible for many functions in the body, and nothing is more uncomfortable than a bladder or urinary tract irritation! While some people have a very healthy bladder, others are plagued by bladder problems from time to time – especially in the case of women. When the bladder and urinary tract become irritated, [...]
Intestinal parasites are a fact of life, and our bodies are host to a number of parasites and other organisms. This is quite normal. Given a healthy gut, immune system and access to a health-supporting lifestyle, the human body is designed to keep these parasites in check and ensure that they do not reach proportions [...]
Digestion is the process by which the body breaks down the food into usable components. The body uses food similarly as a car engine uses petrol – providing the energy needed to live. When food enters the mouth, digestion has already started – because digestion means breaking food down into smaller molecules! From the time [...]
There are particular times throughout the year when falling victim to coughs, sniffles, sneezes, runny noses, fevers, chills, headaches and ‘stuffy’ heads is more likely. Similarly, people who travel on vacation or business may contract the flu virus when they least expect it. And because germs are able to mutate – it makes it hard [...]
There are particular times throughout the year when falling victim to coughs, sniffles, sneezes, running noses, fevers, chills, headaches and ‘stuffy’ heads is more likely. Similarly, people who travel on vacation or business may contract the flu virus when they least expect it. And because germs are able to mutate – it makes it hard [...]
Iron is an essential mineral and an important component of proteins involved in oxygen transport and metabolism in the body. Hemoglobin is the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen to the body’s tissues, and hemoglobin contains almost two-thirds of the iron level in your body. On the whole, healthy children, adult men, and [...]
It doesn’t take a lot to make the surface of the skin itchy. The skin is the largest organ of the body and accounts for about 16 percent of a person’s body weight. Most of our skin is covered in tiny hairs, which can pick up movement with even the slightest touch. Furthermore, the first [...]
The human brain contains roughly 100 billion neurons that communicate with each another through axons that carry signal pulses to distant parts of the brain or body. In this way, when an individual reaches for a pencil, the message has been sent at lightning speed from the brain to the arm and hand and back [...]
The kidneys are two bean-shaped organs in your abdomen that form part of the urinary tract. They are responsible for filtering waste products and useful chemicals from your blood and eliminating the waste products into the urine. Without the kidneys, waste products and toxins would build up to dangerous levels in the blood and damage [...]
Every day the body needs to eliminate toxins and waste products. The kidneys are important organs in this process. They filter blood, urine and waste products as well as regulate vital electrolyte levels. When urine accumulates at the kidneys, it filters through a narrow tube the ureter, into the bladder. When the bladder is full, [...]
When a muscle becomes rigid and contracts its known as an involuntary spasm. Spasms occur when the fibers within the muscle contract, tighten and restrict blood circulation. This can be a result of a message from the brain, a result of sitting in a particular position, or straining the muscle. Spasms usually affect the neck, [...]
The human brain is an amazingly complex organ – controlling all aspects of the human experience from our thoughts, emotions, and sensations to our movements. Our body receives, analyzes, and stores information but also allows us to think, move, see, hear, feel, taste and smell. This is all achieved through a complex process involving electrical [...]
Common inflammation in the joints can cause common symptoms such as pain, swelling, and a deep throbbing or aching. This can happen from a sports–related injury or strain. Nearly all sports injuries cause swelling, and this can usually be seen with the naked eye. Pain, redness and heat may also arise at the site of [...]
Muscles in the leg are made up of elastic tissue, with tens of thousands of small fibers making up each complete muscle. The gluteal muscles, hip flexors, quadriceps, hamstrings and the adductors make up the main leg muscles with the tibialis anterior (shin muscle), gastrocnemius and soleus muscles making up the lower leg muscles. Muscles [...]
The big toe is the largest toe on the foot, and just like the thumb on our hand gives us dexterity, our big toe helps us to maintain balance. Our joints and knuckles on the toes and fingers need to be kept in good working order. Uric acid is found in some foods and it [...]
Deciding to quit smoking is a big decision and often a difficult one to make and stick to. The benefits of smoking cessation are unparalleled as cigarette smoking is one of the biggest contributors to ill health. Quitting can only benefit your health. People who are trying to stop smoking can become extremely irritable and [...]
There’s no doubt about it – quitting is tough! While anytime is a good time to stop smoking, it makes sense to give yourself all the help and support you can find. Getting yourself all fired up, enthusiastic and motivated is half the battle! As usual, Native Remedies is here to walk with you every [...]
So you have decided to quit! We can only applaud you, and are sure that you have thought long and hard about your decision. Cigarette smoking is one of the biggest contributors to ill health and quitting can only benefit your health. The natural way Because quitting can be tough, we know that you can [...]
Healing is a process which takes place on many levels – physically and psychologically. Connective tissue, blood vessels and nerve fibers have to restore themselves and regenerate. White blood cells have to remove infection and red blood cells have to bring oxygen–rich blood and nutrients to the surrounding area. Rest is important – as is [...]
Tripping over the kids’ toys. Shaving too hastily in the morning. Greeting the kitchen cupboard with your knee… these are all instances where minor cuts and everyday scrapes can occur. No matter how superficial or small the wound is, there is no mistaking that it can sting and cause temporary discomfort! Usually, with a band-aid [...]
