Health News » Herbal http://topdrug.net Information on popular complementary and alternative medical topics Sun, 24 Jul 2011 15:27:13 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1.1 BACH FLOWER REMEDIES: CRAB APPLE IS A UNIQUE REMEDY http://topdrug.net/2011/05/bach-flower-remedies-crab-apple-is-a-unique-remedy http://topdrug.net/2011/05/bach-flower-remedies-crab-apple-is-a-unique-remedy#comments Thu, 12 May 2011 13:26:07 +0000 admin http://topdrug.net/?p=186 In the matter of false sensations it is a unique remedy. We have found it so effective in our daily practice that we have literally put away our books on “Sensations as if’, and have never felt the necessity to open the book. Whether the patient complains that he feels his left foot heavy like a log. or he says that any food or drink does not descend the food pipe, or he feels ants creeping on his body (when there are none to be seen anywhere), CRAB APPLE alone will take care of one and all false sensations. To desire cleanliness is a good thing, but when the concept of cleanliness is stretched to impractical limits, it becomes oppressive.Consider the case of a mother who would not breastfeed the baby because she feels it is an unclean habit or take the case of a nurse who would not attend her ward because of bad smell, or a wet-nurse refusing to change the clothes of the orphaned infant because they are soiled.Such unrealistic fads about cleanliness are easily brought within the orbit of realism by the administration of CRAB APPLE.A person has somehow developed a dirty habit which he abhors and which he wants to get rid of, but fails to do so, because of some circumstances. CRAB APPLE will help him to get rid of the same.In the highly misunderstood ideal of purity, the negative Crab Apple person forgets that to keep harmonious relationship of various organs of the body functions such as perspiration, urination and passing stool are necessary, although they are unclean.The unconscious stress upon cleanliness gives them the feeling of being unclean, constipated and in the need of cleaning. They may resort to frequent washing of hands or taking many showers a day.*98\308\8*

]]> http://topdrug.net/2011/05/bach-flower-remedies-crab-apple-is-a-unique-remedy/feed 0 TELEVISION AND HEALTH – THE USE OF ENERGY (NATURAL RHYTHM) http://topdrug.net/2009/04/television-and-health-the-use-of-energy-natural-rhythm http://topdrug.net/2009/04/television-and-health-the-use-of-energy-natural-rhythm#comments Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:36:14 +0000 admin http://topdrug.net/2009/04/television-and-health-the-use-of-energy-natural-rhythm Activity and work produce a natural tiredness which should not be resisted but given in to. We do this by taking a break or going to bed to obtain the necessary rest.

This natural rhythm refreshes, letting the preceding exercise of the muscles serve to strengthen the body. However, if the strain and effort are not followed by the necessary rest, the consequence will be exhaustion, causing the opposite to happen, because constant overexertion damages the cellular system and thus the whole body. It is important to avoid exhaustion in our daily life as well as in sport and exercise. Those who ignore this advice will often have to reckon with permanent damage that may be far greater then they imagine or would like to be true.

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]]> http://topdrug.net/2009/04/television-and-health-the-use-of-energy-natural-rhythm/feed 0 MISCELLANEOUS TOPICS – THE SUN’S EFFECTS ON HUMANS http://topdrug.net/2009/04/miscellaneous-topics-the-suns-effects-on-humans http://topdrug.net/2009/04/miscellaneous-topics-the-suns-effects-on-humans#comments Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:15:54 +0000 admin http://topdrug.net/2009/04/miscellaneous-topics-the-suns-effects-on-humans Animals seem to know about the sun’s effects instinctively, because you will never see a sick animal lying in the sun. They carefully avoid sunlight and rest in the shade. We, too, should know and understand that we cannot expose ourselves to the sun if we are not well; in fact, doing so could lead to death. When a friend or acquaintance dies suddenly we invariably wonder about the actual cause of death. Recently a lady with whom I was acquainted had a stroke and died. Now I know that she had suffered from high blood pressure, yet just prior to her stroke she had been working outside in the blazing sun without a head covering; this, of course, would have raised her temperature considerably. The same kind of thing is repeated in hundreds of cases every year.

Patients who suffer from, or once had, tuberculosis should also avoid sunbathing. It should always be remembered that sunlight may even have a stronger effect in the winter when it is reflected from the snow. Intense sunlight may cause a focal reaction; increased circulation or hyperaemia can trigger bleeding and have serious consequences, even causing death. Inflamed parts of the body, infections and latent infections in the lymphatic system should never be exposed to strong sunlight because they could be caused to erupt or become acute, leading to serious reactions that place the patient’s life in danger.

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]]> http://topdrug.net/2009/04/miscellaneous-topics-the-suns-effects-on-humans/feed 0 MILK AND DAIRY FARMING – OTHER FACTORS THAT IMPAIR THE QUALITY OF MILK (PART 1) http://topdrug.net/2009/04/milk-and-dairy-farming-other-factors-that-impair-the-quality-of-milk-part-1 http://topdrug.net/2009/04/milk-and-dairy-farming-other-factors-that-impair-the-quality-of-milk-part-1#comments Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:02:50 +0000 admin http://topdrug.net/2009/04/milk-and-dairy-farming-other-factors-that-impair-the-quality-of-milk-part-1 Poorly kept cowsheds can result in tubercular cows. Only good housing conditions for the animals will avoid their contracting disease.

The incidence of tuberculosis is reduced considerably if the animals receive sufficient exercise in the fresh air, because even the best fodder is not enough to keep them healthy if they are cooped up inside all day. They should be allowed to enjoy the benefits of light and exercise in the fresh air, for this is an absolute necessity for their health and well-being.

The danger of tuberculosis is often minimised, and although it is true that it is only when the udder is affected that the disease is directly transmitted to the milk, who would dare to assert that tuberculosis of the lungs, or of any other organ for that matter, would not reduce the quality of the milk. Only healthy animals can produce milk that is safe and wholesome.

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]]> http://topdrug.net/2009/04/milk-and-dairy-farming-other-factors-that-impair-the-quality-of-milk-part-1/feed 0 BERRIES – JAM-MAKING AND DRIED FRUIT http://topdrug.net/2009/04/berries-jam-making-and-dried-fruit http://topdrug.net/2009/04/berries-jam-making-and-dried-fruit#comments Thu, 09 Apr 2009 07:48:34 +0000 admin http://topdrug.net/2009/04/berries-jam-making-and-dried-fruit An abundant crop of stone fruit is an inducement to use the surplus for making tasty jams. But you must be careful that the fruit’s value and taste are not unduly spoiled by boiling it for too long. Well-made apricot jam is delicious. Cherry jam is also always popular, not only that made from the sweet but also from the sour

cherry, which is customarily used more for jams than for eating fresh. Those who have no time to make their own will find the natural and carefully prepared Vogel jams worthwhile trying.

It is peculiar that stone fruit when dried does not cause any problems; rather, this process brings out its real goodness. However, when buying dried fruit we must make sure that it is natural, unsprayed and unsulphurised, for only then will we enjoy its full benefits. Dried apricots are a wonderful, thirst-quenching food to take with us when out walking, but again they must be absolutely natural and pure.

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]]> http://topdrug.net/2009/04/berries-jam-making-and-dried-fruit/feed 0 QUESTIONS OF NUTRITION – SPICES AND SEASONINGS (CONCLUSION) http://topdrug.net/2009/04/questions-of-nutrition-spices-and-seasonings-conclusion http://topdrug.net/2009/04/questions-of-nutrition-spices-and-seasonings-conclusion#comments Thu, 09 Apr 2009 07:35:01 +0000 admin http://topdrug.net/2009/04/questions-of-nutrition-spices-and-seasonings-conclusion The body will react favourably to natural foods prepared with skill and left in their natural state. Various ailments will disappear without the need for medication of any sort if we feed our bodies in the proper manner. Only natural food, wholefood, contains the elements we need to keep our bodies healthy and in a balanced condition, as it provides all the necessary known and unknown nutritive factors. One does not have to be a dietician to realise that the ‘divine formula’ embodied in every fruit of the earth cannot possibly be improved upon by man if it is to remain health-promoting. We benefit fully from the food provided only if we eat it in its natural form. If we reflect on the unhealthy state of mankind in the civilised world, we must conclude that man apparently throught himself wiser than the Creator by changing, refining and otherwise adulterating the food that was offered to him in the most perfect condition possible. So then, back to natural wholefood!

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]]> http://topdrug.net/2009/04/questions-of-nutrition-spices-and-seasonings-conclusion/feed 0 CHANGED ENVIRONMENT – CONCLUSION http://topdrug.net/2009/04/changed-environment-conclusion http://topdrug.net/2009/04/changed-environment-conclusion#comments Tue, 07 Apr 2009 09:42:59 +0000 admin http://topdrug.net/2009/04/changed-environment-conclusion Even if we are knowledgeable in matters of nutrition and diet, and a day’s fast presents no problem, the liver may still give problems when we are constantly under pressure because of worries, anxieties and frustration. Do not be surprised if you begin to suffer from a liver disorder when constant stress and anxieties assail you. A sensible attitude toward questions of nutrition is only helpful if our mental and emotional attitude is also right. Of course, it is not always easy in today’s world to keep one’s balance. There is really no better help in our daily struggle with worries of one kind and another than a calm and collected spirit. If we remain calm we will be able to shut out of our minds all distractions, retain our mental tranquillity and thus provide the best protective remedy for the liver.

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]]> http://topdrug.net/2009/04/changed-environment-conclusion/feed 0 POISONING OF THE STOMACH AND INTESTINES – SPECIAL GUIDELINES (INTRODUCTION) http://topdrug.net/2009/04/poisoning-of-the-stomach-and-intestines-special-guidelines-introduction http://topdrug.net/2009/04/poisoning-of-the-stomach-and-intestines-special-guidelines-introduction#comments Tue, 07 Apr 2009 09:32:40 +0000 admin http://topdrug.net/2009/04/poisoning-of-the-stomach-and-intestines-special-guidelines-introduction Many people become seriously ill from poisoning because they suffer from constipation, the bowel movement being weak or arrested, at the same time. It is therefore of the utmost importance to empty the bowels immediately to eliminate the toxins. If the bowels do not function and it is not possible to vomit either, then the body is forced to deal with the decomposing material in some other way. If it cannot render it harmless, a very serious condition might result and under certain circumstances could prove fatal, the simple reason for this being the retention of poisonous material. Hence it would be negligent not to take steps to empty the bowels when the first sign of poisoning becomes evident.

Should the patient bring up the remedies as well, then an enema to which a laxative has been added will be helpful. Do not worry about vomiting up a laxative, for the stomach will be cleansed in this way and this in itself will be of value. If the bowels are helped to function, hardened stools will dissolve, even if there has previously been constipation. Dragging, cramping pains will be a sign that things are beginning to move. The body itself may react to the situation by vomiting in order to get rid of the poison. Indeed, the body will do its part if only we give it the help it needs. Frequent diarrhoea is a symptom of poisoning, and if this natural reaction of the body should be absent, an enema is called for.

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]]> http://topdrug.net/2009/04/poisoning-of-the-stomach-and-intestines-special-guidelines-introduction/feed 0 OUR ‘NASTY’ SYMPATHETIC NERVOUS SYSTEM – CRAMPS http://topdrug.net/2009/04/our-nasty-sympathetic-nervous-system-cramps http://topdrug.net/2009/04/our-nasty-sympathetic-nervous-system-cramps#comments Tue, 07 Apr 2009 09:22:52 +0000 admin http://topdrug.net/2009/04/our-nasty-sympathetic-nervous-system-cramps Even though I did not eat a thing the next day, the cramps reached up to the breastbone and did not subside until the evening, after I had taken a prolonged hot shower.

It was this experience which helped me understand why one of my friends, who had been very worried about the sale of his business, had to undergo surgery several weeks later because of extremely painful stomach ulcers. Doctors and physiotherapists seem to be correct in assuming that practically all stomach ulcers are the result of spasms caused by worries, upsets and anxiety. This does not mean to say that the acute symptoms need be as drastic as they were in my case. Constant spasmodic cramping of the stomach muscles can, and usually will, lead to ulcers.

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]]> http://topdrug.net/2009/04/our-nasty-sympathetic-nervous-system-cramps/feed 0 GOITRE AND IODISED SALT – INTRODUCTION http://topdrug.net/2009/04/goitre-and-iodised-salt-introduction http://topdrug.net/2009/04/goitre-and-iodised-salt-introduction#comments Tue, 07 Apr 2009 09:12:42 +0000 admin http://topdrug.net/2009/04/goitre-and-iodised-salt-introduction Many years have passed since Dr Eggenberger of Herisau first advocated the idea of iodising cooking salt and it was partly due to his initiative that iodised salt began to be used in Switzerland. The knowledge that iodine deficiency is responsible for the development of certain forms of goitre also made other countries decide to add iodine to salt. But let us examine whether this blanket arrangement makes sense.

Admittedly, iodised salt benefits those who suffer from thyroid deficiency (hypothyroidism), that is to say, tending to myxoedema, and those people can take it without it doing any harm. However, iodised salt has exactly the opposite effect on people whose thyroid is overactive, with tendency to Graves’ disease (hyperthyroidism, exophthalmic goitre). Experience shows that if such people take the slightest amount of iodine they experience palpitations. So these unfortunate people think that something is wrong with their heart and run to the heart specialist to find out what is the trouble. In any case, because of the lack of a warning on the salt package, or their failure to understand the implications of iodised salt, they will have been harmed by what appeared to be a harmless salt.

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