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Natural Remedies for Curing Bad Breath

Bad breath, also known as halitosis, can be annoying and downright embarrassing. Halitosis is one of the most common complaints at the dentist’s office, as well as one of the most treatable. See your dentist to rule out any underlying problem, such as gum disease, bacteria or dry mouth syndrome. These problems can all cause your mouth to emit a foul smell. However, if you still find yourself with bad breath, here are some quick natural remedies for curing bad breath.

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Herbal Remedies for the Cold & Flu Season

Symptoms are signals that our body is out of balance is some way, in a state of dis-ease. Symptoms themselves should not necessarily be suppressed, as what modern medicine and pharmaceuticals strive for, but to be treated by healing the whole system on a deeper level. Herbal and natural remedies, taken properly and without the mindset of just getting rid of a symptom, can be very effective in treating colds …

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Pu-erh Tea: Your Health Tonic for a Long Life!

 
This is a guest post by Rebecca Nolan of Wild and Bare Co.
Health benefits, low levels of caffeine, a soothing, natural taste… this is what defines the king of Chinese tea, pu-erh. With a divine aroma and a rich exquisite taste, pu-erh tea is one of the most obsessed-over and sought-after teas in the world.
The healing factor…
Commonly known as the medicinal tea, pu-erh has been popular among Chinese for more …

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Essential Oils for the Cold & Flu Season

The following essential oils are useful for sinus infections, congestion, colds and flu.

Rosemary – antiseptic
Thyme – antiviral, antibiotic, antiseptic
Peppermint – anti-inflammatory, antiseptic
Eucalyptus – antiseptic, antibiotic, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, reduces fever

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5 Natural Solutions for Treating Anxiety

Anxiety doesn’t have to be something that you struggle with forever, nor does it have to be something you cure using prescription medication. There are countless natural ways to fight anxiety that will allow you to learn to successfully cope with your anxiety symptoms without the side effects of prescription medication.

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3 Simple Meditations to Reduce Stress

Breath Meditation
Staying focused in the present takes a little practice but once learned, it’s a simple way to reduce your stress and add a new dimension to your life. An easy way to get started is by paying attention to your breath – this is also referred to as ‘conscious breathing’. Take a few minutes to try this: get comfortable, close your eyes, as you breathe in feel the air …

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Benefits of Reiki in Cancer Care

This is a guest post by Heather Von St. James. As a Reiki Master, I feel this is a wonderful description of Reiki and its benefits.
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by Heather Von St. James
As a cancer survivor, I can attest to how beneficial complementary therapies can be while undergoing harsh traditional treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation. Reiki is one of many alternative healing practices being used to reduce stress and promote healing. Derived …