How to Reduce a Fever Naturally Using Basil

 Are you running a high fever? Do you want to learn how to lower your fever at home? Then this video was made for you. 

Recently on the channel, we talked about the benefits of holy basil, also known as Tulsi in Indian cuisine. 

But today, we will talk about the benefits of basil, especially for fevers. 

Did you know that this herb can naturally lower fevers?

Basil is an aromatic herb usually employed in the preparation of some dishes. But it is also great as a homemade medicine. 

Basil regulates blood pressure, reduces cholesterol and blood sugar levels, cleanses the blood, detoxes the body, reduces anxiety, and prevents cancer. The herb is also a strong anti-inflammatory,  antiviral, and antibacterial. 

This tiny leaf is excellent to boost your memory. If you need help to remember that, take two tablespoons of basil, twice a day. 

And, if all those benefits weren't enough to you, basil extract will help you sleep better. How incredible is that? 

But since it has antipyretic action, basil also helps alleviate symptoms of fever and stabilizes the body temperature. 

Note that this treatment is only recommended for fevers below 100 F. 

If your fever is higher than that, immediately seek a doctor and follow the treatment indicated by the professional.  

Diabetic, lactose-intolerant people, pregnant or nursing women, children, and infants must not consume this natural medicine without a doctor's approval.

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Hydro Nourishing Mask To Treat Split Ends, Strengthen Hair and Stimulate Growth

 You already know about hair hydration and nourishment, right? But, have you ever heard about hydro-nourishment? 

If you answered "no", you don't know what you are losing! 

This technique is the combination of hydration and nourishment in a treatment that is perfect to end, once and for all, the excessive dryness caused by straightening or coloring chemicals. 

Hydration brings back moisture to the hair. Without water, hair gets porous and brittle, opening the way for frizz and split ends. 

With this technique, your hair will be softer and much more hydrated. 

Nourishment brings the natural fat that your hair needs to recover its glow. It also reduces frizz and aligns your tresses. 

Hydro-nourishing offers many benefits at once, optimizing your hair health. Amazing, isn't it? 

This treatment stimulates hair roots and strong and healthy growth. 

Some of the ingredients are aloe vera, honey or coconut oil, and rice. Do you know why? 

Watch the video and learn how to do this amazing hair mask and how to use it!

If you like the results, repeat the treatment every 15 days.  

Super easy to do, isn't it?

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Your Jaw May Be to Blame for Your Headaches

 Biting your nails, chewing on pen caps, or chewing a lot of gum may be the cause of your headaches. Did you know? 

If you have any of those habits, you might have temporomandibular dysfunction (TMD). 

It is related to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and causes headaches, damage to oral health, and pain in the facial muscles. 

This dysfunction is hard to control, as it usually is linked to emotional issues. The repetitive act of chewing your nails or pen caps affects all the temporomandibular system,  which includes bones, muscles, nerves, blood vessels, tongue, and teeth. 

Do you have any of these habits? 

Some other symptoms of TMD are ringing in the ears, difficulty opening the mouth, and difficulty chewing food. 

All those issues develop from apparently harmless habits. Even holding your phone with your shoulder, resting your chin on your hands, or chew gum on one side of your mouth can trigger TMD. Did you know that? 

But do you know why you have developed these habits? 

If you have any of the habits listed above or know someone who has, pay attention to it and, if necessary, talk to a health professional, like a dentist or osteopath!

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The Many Health Benefits of Oregano and How to Use It

 Do you know the benefits of oregano? That's what we will talk about in today's video!

If you think that oregano is just a seasoning on top of your pizza, you are mistaken. 

From oregano, we can extract a powerful medicinal oil. Did you know that? 

Just so you know, some studies have pointed out that oregano oil is efficient against cancer. Isn’t it interesting? 

Also, according to a study, just a teaspoon of dried oregano can supply around 8% of the daily dose of vitamin K. 

Thanks to its important nutrients, oregano oil has one of the most potent antimicrobial and antifungal actions. 

And, if all of that isn't enough, oregano can also help you in many ways! 

Some of the ways of consuming oregano are:

Oregano tea, oregano oil, and oregano as a seasoning. Do you use oregano in your daily life? In which way? 

In this video, you will also learn how to make oregano tea to boost your health. 

Both the tea and oil of oregano are full of properties that are beneficial to our health. 

Oregano tea is rich in antioxidants, such as rosmarinic acid and thymol, that can fight the free radicals. 

This tea is used, for centuries, as a homemade medicine to treat bacterial infections and respiratory issues. 

The regular consumption of oregano tea also contributes to reducing cholesterol levels in the blood. 

Oregano oil has antibacterial, antiseptic, and healing properties. It can protect your immune system against viral and bacterial attacks, preventing many diseases. 

Oregano oil contains a series of volatile oils with antifungal, carminative, and diuretic properties. 

Watch the video to learn how to make oregano tea. 

Now tell us, did you know these benefits of oregano to your health already?

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Your kidneys do a lot of important jobs, and if you don’t keep them healthy, it puts you at risk of dangerous conditions like renal failure or kidney cancer.

The primary and best-known function of kidneys is to filter blood and excrete liquid waste. But they do a lot more than that.

Kidneys help control your blood pressure because they require an optimal pressure level to do their work. That means that kidneys are able to either raise or lower blood pressure as needed via a hormone called renin that constricts blood vessels.

Kidneys have cleansing as their prime directive and don’t, therefore,

need an external detox aid. That said, there are some ways to relieve strain on your kidneys so they can do their best work.

Eating lots of healthy food and staying well hydrated is most important. After that, there are certain herbs that kidneys love. Wait until you see #5 – it’s shockingly easy to get but you probably never thought of eating it before!

1. Garlic

Garlic has a protective effect on your kidneys and other organs. Regular consumption has been found to lower the concentration of lead and cadmium in kidneys, heart, liver, spleen, and bloodstream.

Garlic also has diuretic properties that help you eliminate excess sodium from your body.

And not only that, but allicin, the active ingredient in garlic, has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and anti-fungal properties. That means it can greatly assist your kidneys in cleansing and filtering the blood of harmful invaders.

2. Turmeric

Fans of Asian cuisine are quite familiar with turmeric, which is the herb that gives curry its distinctive flavor and color.

The active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin, which is known to reduce the effect of inflammatory molecules and enzymes that trigger chronic kidney disease.

Curcumin actually holds back the growth and spread of all kinds of microbes, easing the strain on your kidneys.

One the word of caution applies to people who already have kidney disease. Turmeric contains a fair amount of potassium, which normally works in partnership with sodium to regulate the body’s fluid levels.

Kidney disease makes it difficult for kidneys to keep potassium in balance, so sufferers are often asked to limit their intake of it.

3. Ginger

Long used in holistic medicine, ginger contains a compound called gingerol that is known to inhibit the spread of bacteria.

This can be helpful to overworked kidneys and liver. Gingerol is also an effective means of support for healthy digestion and it reduces inflammation and pain all over the body.

Chronic high blood sugar has a damaging effect on the kidneys, and some studies suggest that powdered ginger can help control it.

For this reason, regular ginger consumption is thought to reduce the incidence of kidney complication in people with diabetes. In healthy people, ginger may prevent the development of diabetes at all.

4. Cranberry

Cranberries are an awesome fruit to add to most any diet, even a low-potassium kidney diet.

They are recommended for people with bladder infections because cranberries contain a type of phytonutrient called A-type proanthocyanidin, which stops bacteria from sticking to the lining of your urinary tract and kidneys.

People with kidney disease have a higher incidence of urinary tract infections, and cranberries are a useful addition to their daily diet because they are also low in sodium, phosphorus, and of course, potassium.

5. Dandelion Root

Dandelions might drive you crazy when they take over your lawn, but these “weeds” actually have a lot of benefits.

Dandelion root is a diuretic that can help cleanse both your kidneys and your liver. It has been used to treat jaundice, acne, and anemia as well as kidney and liver disorders.

Dandelion root is also great for preventing irritation in the urinary tract.

To consume dandelion root, most people make tea with the crushed roots. Simmer them gently in water for 15 minutes or so, then strain and drink.

You can also eat dandelion leaves raw or cooked. Since dandelions grow virtually everywhere at a very fast rate, during the summer months you can get them completely free, right in your own backyard.

6. Parsley

Don’t forget the garnish! It may seem pointless to finish a meal with a sprinkling of parsley, but that little bit of this herb actually helps to reduce the build-up of toxins in your kidneys.

Parsley contains compounds called apiol and myristicin, which are natural diuretics. You can also take parsley to help with urinary tract infections and kidney stones.

However, parsley is not recommended for people with diabetes because it may lower blood sugar. In conjunction with doctor-prescribed medication, parsley could lower it too much.

Parsley may also make existing kidney disease worse. It’s best to talk to your doctor if you are considering starting a regular parsley regimen.

7. Celery Root

Celery root has both potassium and sodium, so it gives kidneys what they need to do their work. It also contains a lot of water and increases urine output, allowing your body to flush out residual toxins.

Eating celery root is thought to prevent bacterial infections of both kidneys and urinary tract. Some studies indicate that celery can shrink cysts on reproductive organs, too.

Celery has a relatively low level of potassium with even a large stalk containing only 4% of basic RDI. However, speak to your doctor about adding celery to your daily diet if you have existing kidney disease.

7 Best Herbs For Natural Kidney Cleansing

These 7 herbs can do great things for your kidneys if you incorporate them into your daily diet before you develop kidney disease or diabetes. This is one of the easiest and the best preventative measures to maintain the health of these vital organs.

These herbs work so well that once a person does develop kidney disease, they’ll need to avoid them because they boost the performance of medications in a significant and often unpredictable way.

(How much you eat and varying levels of certain minerals in the plants makes the use of herbs less measurable than precise medication dosing.)From spicy garlic and turmeric to bitter dandelion, tart cranberries, and bland celery, there is an herbal solution suited to the tastes of anyone looking to maintain their kidney health.

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Prediabetes is a condition in which a person’s blood sugar is chronically elevated, though not so high as to indicate full-blown diabetes.

It means that a combination of risk factors is leading you down the path toward type 2 diabetes and all the negative health consequences that entail. By some estimates, type 2 diabetes can shave 10 years off of your life.

The good news is that prediabetes is reversible. The sooner you recognize the problem, the sooner you can turn around some of the risk factors for the disease, such as being overweight or obese, living a sedentary lifestyle, and consuming too much added sugar.

There is also a genetic component that you can’t change, but you can still protect yourself by paying strict attention to a healthy diet and exercise regime.

Your doctor should already be testing your blood glucose at your regular checkups, but how can you tell if you are prediabetic throughout the year?

There are some subtle symptoms that together could spell trouble. Some, like #3 and #4, are sneaky and may not appear to be related to prediabetes even though they are. Read on to get proactive about the risk posed by prediabetes.

1. High Blood Pressure

People with high blood pressure are at an increased risk of prediabetes because hypertension forces the heart to work harder to move blood around the body. This, in turn, makes it more difficult for the body to eliminate excess sugar from the bloodstream.

Hypertension and prediabetes are conditions that exacerbate each other, and studies have shown that having both greatly increases your risk of heart failure.

Unfortunately, both prediabetes and high blood pressure are largely asymptomatic at first. If you know that you have hypertension, you should get serious about preventing prediabetes right away.

2. Blurry Vision

Both prediabetes and full blown diabetes can negatively impact your vision.

When blood sugar levels swing wildly from high to low, it can cause fluid to leak into the lens of your eye. That happens because your body has gone into overdrive to pull as much water as possible from cells in order to flush out excess sugar.

The effect on your eyes is that they swell and change shape, eventually preventing them from focusing properly.

There are a lot of other potential causes for blurry vision, but if you can link yours with any of the other symptoms on our list, prediabetes could be the culprit.

3. Skin Problems

Sometimes problems on the inside of our bodies manifest on the outside.

Prediabetes is known to cause shiny, scaly patches or else dark, velvety patches on the skin, due to increased levels of insulin in the blood.

Prediabetes also begins to compromise blood circulation, which can cause itching in your extremities, especially the legs.

Full blown diabetics are at risk of losing a foot due to severely compromised circulation, so you must act fast if you suspect your skin issues are related to prediabetes.

4. Gout

A gout is a form of arthritis that causes sharp uric acid crystals to grow within joint tissue. It is incredibly painful, and may also signal prediabetes.

Once considered a disease of kings (Henry VIII was a famous sufferer), gout often occurs due to a rich and overabundant diet. It tends to affect people who are overweight more frequently, and obesity is also a risk factor for prediabetes.

5. Unexplained Increase in Hunger

Sugar, or glucose, is a fuel source we need to power our bodies. But when we get too much, insulin produced by the pancreas becomes unable to process glucose effectively.

That leaves a lot of sugar floating around the blood, where it cannot be used for energy. As a result, you may feel hungry soon after a meal, because your body hasn’t gotten what it needs.

Hunger is usually a good cue to eat more, but in the case of prediabetes, it won’t help the problem. It is better to drink some water to help flush extra sugar out in your urine, and partake in gentle exercise to improve your body’s insulin sensitivity.

6. Extreme Fatigue

The same way that excess blood sugar can lead to hunger it can also lead to exhaustion.

When your body isn’t getting the fuel it needs, despite eating full meals, you are bound to feel tired. This symptom may exacerbate other risk factors for prediabetes as well, because of course when you are drained and exhausted you feel the need to rest.

But when the fatigue is chronic, you may scale back on the physical activity necessary to maintain

healthy body weight.

It’s also common to rely on fatty convenience foods when you feel too tired to cook (not the mention do the dishes afterward). A sedentary lifestyle and poor diet are the two biggest risk factors for prediabetes.

7. Increased Thirst

Increased thirst, especially after a meal, can signal prediabetes.

Your body has begun to work very hard to eliminate excess glucose from the bloodstream, and one of the ways it does this is by diluting the blood and flushing unprocessed sugar out via urine. To get that water, your body will often pull it from surrounding cells, leaving them dehydrated and you chronically thirsty.

When you are locked in this vicious cycle, you may experience dehydration no matter how much you drink. However, there is some evidence that staying properly hydrated on a daily basis can help prevent the development of prediabetes and eventually, type 2 diabetes. Water and blood sugar regulation go hand in hand.

Conclusion

Prediabetes is a warning sign that something must change in order to stay healthy.

If, after reading our list, you find that you’re experiencing several of the warning symptoms of prediabetes, don’t panic. With proper attention, it is still reversible. The first step is to make an appointment with your doctor to be assessed. He or she can provide helpful advice on diet and other preventative steps.

We recommend laying out a series of small, sustainable changes that you can build upon. Start by drinking more water every day and taking the stairs instead of the elevator whenever you can.

Then cut out sodas, or fast food meals, or your sugary bedtime snack. Find a workout buddy. Experiment with new fruits and vegetables.

7 Symptoms of Prediabetes You Shouldn’t Ignore

Conclusion

Prediabetes is a warning sign that something must change in order to stay healthy. If, after reading our list, you find that you’re experiencing several of the warning symptoms of prediabetes, don’t panic.

With proper attention, it is still reversible. The first step is to make an appointment with your doctor to be assessed. He or she can provide helpful advice on diet and other preventative steps.

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How To Unblock Clogged Ears Naturally – 8 Effective Home Remedies

Your ears are one of the most important sensory organs that connect you to the rest of the world. They not only help you respond to various stimuli but also help maintain balance in your body.

But, there are times when these little organs can make your life miserable.

Do you remember your last flight trip in which your ears were clogged? Or that severe flu that left your ears blocked for about a week?

Clogged ears cause irritation as well as pain and may disrupt your everyday activities. To know more about the common triggers of clogged ears and their natural treatment options, read on!

What Causes A Clogged Ear?

Clogged ears can disrupt the balance, affect one’s hearing, and can also cause pain and discomfort.

Both internal and external factors can trigger the condition. They include:

• Barotrauma – It occurs when your ears can’t adapt to the changing pressure on an airplane.
• Ear Infection (Otitis Media) – It is a result of fluid build-up in the ears that may cause virus or bacteria to multiply. A cold or flu often triggers an ear infection.
• Earwax Impaction – It occurs due to an excessive production of earwax, which causes a build-up of wax in the ear canal.

• Presence of a foreign object like cotton inside the ear
• Swimmer’s Ear – This condition results from water being trapped in the ear.
• Smoking

Some of the lesser common causes of ear congestion are migraines and spontaneous cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leakage.

Let’s now look at the signs and symptoms of clogged ears.

Signs And Symptoms

The common signs and symptoms associated with clogged ears include:

• A sensation of pressure in the ears
• Muffled hearing
• Ear pain

• Earache
• A feeling of fullness in the affected ear
• Ringing in one or both ears
• Loss of balance or dizziness
• Decreased hearing
• Cough

A clogged ear can indicate fluid build-up in the ear, especially if the person already has a cold or flu. This can increase the risk of developing an ear infection.

Clogged ears can be quite disturbing and may even affect your day-to-day life. However, there are several home remedies that can help in unclogging blocked ears. Let’s take a look at them.

8 Home Remedies To Clean Clogged Ears

1. Apple Cider Vinegar

You Will Need

• 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon of distilled water
• A dropper

What You Have To Do

1. Mix one tablespoon each of apple cider vinegar and distilled water.
2. Using a dropper, pour three to four drops of the solution in the affected ear.
3. Cover the ear using a cotton ball and tilt your head to the opposite side.
4. Stay in the position for about 5 minutes.
5. Remove the cotton.

How Often You Should Do This

You can do this 1-2 times daily.

Why This Works

Apple cider vinegar contains acetic acid, which can heal chronic suppurative otitis media (1).

It also possesses antimicrobial properties that can help with a cold or flu that may have contributed to your clogged ears (2).

2. Tea Tree Essential Oil

You Will Need

• 4-5 drops of tea tree oil
• Hot water
• A large bowl

What You Have To Do

1. Add four to five drops of tea tree oil to a bowl of hot water.
2. Lean towards the bowl, with the affected ear facing the steam from the water.
3. Cover your head with a large towel or blanket to prevent the steam from escaping.
4. Do this for 10 minutes.

How Often You Should Do This

You can do this 1-2 times daily.

Why This Works

The anti-inflammatory activities of tea tree oil can help reduce inflammation inside the ear, and its antimicrobial properties can fight the infectious microbes that could be clogging your ear (3).

3. Vicks VapoRub

You Will Need

Vicks VapoRub (as required)

What You Have To Do

1. Take a little Vicks on your fingertip.
2. Apply it behind the affected ear.
3. Leave it on overnight.
4. Alternatively, you can also put some Vicks in a bowl of hot water and allow its steam to enter your ears.

How Often You Should Do This

You may do this once daily.

Why This Works

Vicks VapoRub contains menthol and eucalyptus oil. These possess both anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties that may help clear clogged ears caused due to inflammation or infection (4), (5).

4. Hydrogen Peroxide

You Will Need

• 1 tablespoon of 3% hydrogen peroxide
• 1 tablespoon of distilled water
• A dropper
• Tissues

What You Have To Do

1. Mix a tablespoon each of 3% hydrogen peroxide and distilled water.
2. Using a dropper, put two to three drops of the solution in the affected ear.
3. Let the solution sit inside your ear for about 5 minutes.
4. Blot your ear with a tissue.

How Often You Should Do This

You may do this once daily for 4-5 days to clear the earwax build-up.

Why This Works

Hydrogen peroxide is cerumenolytic and can help in softening the earwax, making it easy to remove. Hydrogen peroxide may be as effective as any other ear drops for clearing ears clogged due to earwax build-up (6).

Caution

Consult a doctor before carrying out this procedure. Avoid this procedure if you have an ear infection.

5. Mineral Oil

You Will Need

• Mineral oil (as required)
• A dropper
• Tissues

What You Have To Do

1. Using a dropper, put two to three drops of mineral oil in the affected ear.
2. Tilt your head and allow the oil to work on your clogged ear for at least 5 minutes.
3. Blot your ear with a tissue.

How Often You Should Do This

You can do this once daily for 2-3 days.

Why This Works

Mineral oil is an excellent option if you are trying to unclog ears that are clogged due to earwax build-up. It is as effective as water-based ear drops in helping to get rid of earwax build-up (7).

6. Warm Compress

You Will Need

A warm compress

What You Have To Do

1. Apply a warm compress below the affected ear for 5-10 minutes.
2. Alternatively, you can also use the steam from hot water on the affected ear.

How Often You Should Do This

You can do this 2-3 times daily.

Why This Works

A warm compress can help reduce the pain caused due to clogged ears (8). The steam from the compress can enter the ear canal and loosen the earwax build-up, making it easier to remove.

7. Gargle Salt Water

You Will Need

• 1 teaspoon of table salt
• 1 glass of warm water

What You Have To Do

1. Add a teaspoon of table salt to a glass of warm water.
2. Mix well and gargle with the solution.

How Often You Should Do This

You can do this multiple times daily.

Why This Works

Gargling with water (with/without salt) may help prevent upper respiratory infections (9). It can also help ease symptoms of nasal congestion and clogged ears associated with a cold or flu.

8. Passive Techniques

If you are in an airplane or traveling to a hill station and your ears are blocked, some passive techniques may help:

• Yawning – Let out a yawn until you hear a pop in your ears. It will clear the pressure built up inside your ears.
• Swallowing – Swallowing can also help clear blocked ears in an elevated area.
• Chewing – Chewing gum can also help.
• Valsalva maneuver – Take a deep breath and pinch your nose soon after. Exhale from your nose with your mouth closed. This is the Valsalva maneuver that can help in popping blocked ears (10).

All the above remedies are quite effective in treating clogged ears. However, there are also some precautions that you may have to follow to prevent your ears from clogging.

How To Prevent Clogged Ears

• Avoid cotton swabs or tools to clean your inner ear as it can push the earwax deeper in.
• Avoid candling. It is a procedure that uses a cone-shaped candle to pull out excess earwax. However, it doesn’t work, and people are quite likely to burn their hands or ears while doing so.

• Drink plenty of fluids.
• Keep your nasal passage moist.
• Remove any water or foreign object that may have entered your ears.
• Remove any excess wax.
• Blow your nose to get rid of trapped mucus in the ears as well as chest.

These tips can help prevent clogged ears to a great extent. But, if you are at a higher altitude or running a cold/fever, your ears tend to get blocked. Excess wax build-up in the ears is also a common occurrence. Give the remedies discussed here a shot during such instances and see what works best for you.

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