Natural Herbal Beauty

Headaches (and to a lesser extent, migraines) are a widely experienced form of pain and the most common type of “referred pain.” This means that although a pain in the head can obviously result from a bang on the skull, the more usual cause of a headache is a problem elsewhere in the body. Muscle tension in the neck and shoulders, for example, or in the case of migraine, an (illogic response to food are frequently to blame. (more…)

NERVOUS HEADACHES: Macerate 1 tablespoon of violet leaves and add to 1 cup of boiling water. Steep 10 minutes. Strain and sweeten with honey. This is said to quicken the intellect. I drink this a lot because of the vitamin A content. Knowing I am getting extra vitamins is enough of a kick for me, and I enjoy it that much more.

MIGRAINE HEADACHES: Many people suffer from migraines. From what I understand the pain can be terrific. Migraines can be precipitated by allergic hypersensitivity or emotional disturbances. Most people who suffer from the disorder come from a family background where over 50% of the family members suffer from the debilitating headaches. Rest in a darkened room is recommended. Try several of these remedies to find one that will work for you. (more…)

Stress and strain of daily life make us all vulnerable to headaches and nervous strain. After a hard day, it feels good to just relax with a warm cup of herbal tea and quiet our minds before tackling a busy evening.

Sometimes, nervous tension is one the causes of sleepless nights. There are times you may need help to get to sleep, but you should not rely on any drug or herb for long periods of time. They are to be used as a temporary help only. If the problem persists, you should see your physician for the cause of insomnia. If your health is good, it may be caused by an emotional problem. (more…)