Archive for September, 2009
Home Treatment for High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure (hypertension) is one of the most common and most treatable chronic health problems. It affects 30 to 40 million Americans—more than one in ten. High blood pressure is a silent disease, often causing no symptoms until it is too late. A catastrophic heart attack, a stroke, or kidney disease is often the [...]
Home Treatment for Cough
The cough reflex is one of the body’s best defenses. The violent rush of air clears foreign material from the air passages. Smoke, air pollutants, accidentally inhaled food, or any other airway irritation can trigger a cough. When you have a cold, mucus from the nasal passages may drain into the airway (postnasal drip) and [...]
Home Treatment for Cold and Flu
The common cold and the different kinds of flu account for more unnecessary visits to the doctor than any other illness A runny nose is an important sign that the body is trying to rid itself of cold or flu viruses. Sneezes are a way the nose removes germs and other irritants. Unfortunately, sneezes also [...]