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Thursday, August 16th, 2007The active component of capsicum, capsaicin, is isolated from the membrane and seeds of Capsicum peppers. Topically applied capsaicin depletes the neuro transmitter substance P from peripheral sensory neurons and blocks its synthesis and transport. Substance P is involved in transmitting pain and itch sensations from the periphery to the central nervous system and [...]
Betel Palm
Tuesday, July 31st, 2007 Betel palm contains arecoline, arecaidine, arecaine, arecolidine, guvacine, isoguvacine, and guvacoline, which cause central nervous system stimulation. Chewing the nut increases salivary flow and aids digestion.
Betel palm is available as quids, which are made from powdered or sliced areca (betel) nut, tobacco, and slaked lime (calcium hydroxide) obtained from powdered snail shells. These ingredients [...]
Bistort
Tuesday, July 24th, 2007The leaves and rhizome of older bistort plants are cleaned, freed from green parts, cut up, and dried. Bistort contains 13% to 36% tannins, which give the herb the astringent effects that are helpful in treating diarrhea and sore or dry throat. Bistort powder is used to make an extract, infusion, ointment, or tincture [...]
Canker Sores (Apthous Ulcers)
Wednesday, July 18th, 2007Canker sores are viral infections of the mouth. They can occur on the cheeks, lips, gums, tongue, or soft palate. Heredity plays a role: You have a 90 percent chance of having canker sores if your parents had them. They are more common in adolescents, and women are twice as likely as men to [...]
Blessed Thistle
Wednesday, July 11th, 2007 Blessed thistle contains the sesquiterpene lactones cnicin and salonitenolide. Cnin, a glycoside, is responsible for the herb’s bitterness, which stimulates the appetite and aids in digestion by encouraging the secretion of saliva and gastric juice. It may also act directly on the stomach and part of the small intestine.
Blessed thistle stimulates menstruation. It’s characterized [...]
Aromatherapy
Monday, July 2nd, 2007 Used since ancient times to heal the body, mind, and spirit, aromatherapy refers to the inhalation or application of essential oils distilled from various plants. Those who use aromatherapy today say it’s effective in reducing stress, preventing disease, and even treating certain illnesses, both physical and psychological.
Modern aromatherapy dates to the work of French [...]
What is the treatment for menstrual disorders?
Monday, June 18th, 2007Your doctor is the best person to identify the type of menstrual irregularity and to recommend appropriate treatment. The duration of treatment depends upon the severity of the disease. Most Ayurvedic medicines recommended for menstrual disorders do not have side effects. Some management options for menstrual disorders recommended in Ayurveda [...]
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