Urinary Tract Infections

The following are natural alternative remedies for Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs):

Baking Soda: To make your bladder more alkaline to inhibits the growth of bacteria, drink a solution made with 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda mixed in 8 ounces of water at the first sign of symptoms. Continue once a

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Restless Leg Syndrome

The following are natural alternative remedies for Restless Leg Syndrome:

Tonic Water: A 6-ounce glass of tonic water before bed might help calm symptoms of restless leg syndrome. The quinine that’s in tonic water helps stop repeated muscle contractions.

Athlete’s Foot

The following are natural alternative remedies for Athlete’s Foot:

Salt: A saline solution provides a hostile environment for fungus, decreases excess perspiration, and softens skin so anti-fungal medicines can penetrate deeper. Soak foot for 5-10 minutes in a mixture of 2 teaspoons of salt per pint of warm water. Soaks:

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Eczema

The following are natural alternative remedies for eczema:

Olive Oil: Olive oil is the basis for many moisturizers because of its inflammation-reducing antioxidants, but used alone, it’s free of chemical irritants that some store-bought brands have. Rub 1 teaspoon per square inch of irritated skin, creating a seal that keeps skin

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Red Yeast Rice (Monascus purpureus) to Lower Cholesterol

As an alternative to prescription statin drugs used to lower cholesterol, the supplement red yeast rice has been used to try and achieve the same effect.

Red yeast rice is rice that has been fermented by the red yeast, Monascus purpureus, and is served as a dietary staple in some

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Stevia and Agave Nectar – Two Natural Sweeteners

If you haven’t heard the hype about stevia or agave nectar, you will very soon. And it’s about time! Both products have been available in health food stores for years, but they’re finally hitting the mainstream supermarkets. The two sweeteners are showing up in drinks & cocktails, and the market

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Egg Yolks: Natural Beauty and Craft Products Using Leftover Egg Yolks

Now that you’ve made your homemade Egg Beaters, what do you do with all those leftover egg yolks? Homemade facial masks and shampoo is one solution. Another is your own tempera paint (remember that from grade school?)

The mask and shampoo couldn’t be easier. Only fresh egg

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Body Exfoliate Recipe

During the summer months we tend to spend a lot of time outdoors in our shorts and yes, those dreaded bathing suits. But summer is not the only time that your skin needs a good exfoliant. Dry heat at the office or your home furnace can rob

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Sugar Body Scrub Recipe

We know the perfect way to relax after a long day of baking! Try this luxurious homemade spa treatment using a delicious aromatic blend of Brown Sugar, moisturizing oils and fresh fragrances. You can also create this homemade sugar scrub, as a thoughtful, low-cost gift that will

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Hand Sanitizer (Purell) Homemade Recipe

Here’s a great way to make your own homemade instant hand sanitizer, or Purell, as most people know it. But first some interesting tips.

A study published in the journal Emerging Infectious Diseases found that at least one brand of sanitizer found on store shelves, as well

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