Few things in life are more annoying, uncomfortable and even painful than a urinary tract infection (UTI). They can also cause some very serious consequences if not promptly treated, such as impaired kidney function or even a life-threatening infection. While antibiotics are sometimes warranted, over-use can often cause more harm than good. It’s important to understand what causes and exacerbates these kinds of infections … [Read more...] about UTI Remedies that Really Work
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Natural Remedies For Thrush In Babies And Nursing Moms
In addition to all the other things that may make your baby fussy, there's trush. Thrush (Candida albicans) is a condition that often affects infants and nursing moms. It's caused by an overgrowth of yeast in the baby's mouth that results in the tell-tale white patches on the inside of the mouth, on the tongue and lips. Baby may also have a persistent diaper rash. Thrush in babies who are less than 6 months old can be passed … [Read more...] about Natural Remedies For Thrush In Babies And Nursing Moms
Natural Remedies For Colic And Reflux
"It's just colic." Anyone who's uttered these words clearly has not experienced the exquisite wails of a baby who seems inconsolable for days on end. Usually from a medical perspective, there's nothing going on other than a screaming baby that may or may not have an upset tummy and doesn't want to be put down. The extreme fussiness lasts for a few months, tops, and it may get better if you eliminate nearly every tasty food a … [Read more...] about Natural Remedies For Colic And Reflux
How to Treat Anxiety without Medication
Confession: Learning how to treat anxiety naturally has been a personal quest for me. In the U.S., one in four adults suffers from a diagnosable mental disorder, and over 19 million adults and millions of children have anxiety, which can range from the mild to moderate to the extremes of panic disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder and PTSD. While these numbers surprise me, I can relate. It can be a perfectly normal day, … [Read more...] about How to Treat Anxiety without Medication
Immune Protocol Shopping Guide
Arnica - Buy it online here Chinese Cough Formula - Zhi Sou San is a classic and you can get it online here. Depending on your type of cough you may need a different formula - check with your herbalist. Cold Quell and CQ Jr. - Buy it online here Colloidal Silver - This is the brand I trust Elderberry - Make your own or buy this brand online Er Chen Tang - Get it from your Chinese herbalist or online here Cod … [Read more...] about Immune Protocol Shopping Guide
How To Heal Leaky Gut
In our last post about gut healing, Jennifer explained why you may need a gut healing diet - even if you don't have digestive problems. Here she walks us through the basics of how to heal leaky gut. ~Emily Oy! So many health conditions seem hopeless, just the emotional drag of it all is enough overwhelm. AMIRIGHT? Things like chronic fatigue syndrome, migraines, eczema, asthma, rheumatoid arthritis. The medical community … [Read more...] about How To Heal Leaky Gut
What Would Emily Do? (7/8 Edition)
Severe Morning Sickness – Stinky Backyard Chickens – Probiotics that work – Chemotherapy Side Effects – Cloves for Tooth Abscess - Spinal Surgery Healing - Alternative for Antibiotics for Wheezing I hope you're enjoying a fun and festive summer. I've been spending the past week hitting the beach and celebrating my daughter's fourth birthday with princesses and pompoms galore. But alas, even this beach girl needs some work … [Read more...] about What Would Emily Do? (7/8 Edition)
7 Essential Supplements I Can’t Live Without
When it comes to essential supplements for health and nutrition, I am a self-declared minimalist. I don't like to waste money on things I don't really need, and I definitely don't like to take a supplement because I heard it's good for my age/skin/bones/hormones etc. I see patients every week with a laundry list of supplements that they take because they read they should or because their doctor said so. Often these include … [Read more...] about 7 Essential Supplements I Can’t Live Without
Natural Remedies For Strep Throat (And Why to Just Say No to Antibiotics)
'Tis the season for sniffles, sore throat, and flu. Do you have natural remedies for strep throat and other winter infections on hand? We all know that strep throat requires antibiotics, right? So widely prescribed for Streptococcus, the first sign of a sore throat can send a suffering patient to the doctor’s office demanding a prescription for this assumed ‘cure.’ So you may be surprised to learn that antibiotics are … [Read more...] about Natural Remedies For Strep Throat (And Why to Just Say No to Antibiotics)
3 Kids Supplements That I Give To My Small Humans
Do I have a kids multivitamin that I love? Not so much. I'm a big believer in serving nutrition on a plate – not in a pill. That said, there are a handful of kids supplements that should be in regular rotation. These three kids supplements will only do a body good. This is true for kids struggling with eczema, allergies, and mood swings. And it's true for kids that are already teeming with energy and vibrant health. Three … [Read more...] about 3 Kids Supplements That I Give To My Small Humans
What Would Emily Do? (8/15 Edition)
Fresh or Frozen Raw Milk – Natural Beauty Products – Supplements for Kids – Alternative for Milk Based Formula – Feeding a Picky, Teething Toddler – Is my Baby's Vein a Sugar Bug? – Reducing Bone Broth – Seasonal Allergies Natural Remedy My inbox and Facebook wall runneth over with questions from readers about Real food and holistic health, so I have created this Q&A to get your questions answered and for other folks to … [Read more...] about What Would Emily Do? (8/15 Edition)
6 Natural Remedies For Allergies In Kids
When are allergies at their worst? When plants are in bloom and when the leaves begin to change. Both spring and autumn are full of triggers that can lead to watery eyes and a runny nose. Fortunately, there’s no shortage of natural remedies for allergies. And for children and adults alike, healing often begins with the gut. Why do kids get allergies? Both allergies and asthma involve your kid’s immune system. While genetics … [Read more...] about 6 Natural Remedies For Allergies In Kids