General Health

Credit: iStock.com/Eivaisla Red root (Ceanothus americanus) is a shrub native to eastern North America. It also goes by the names wild snowball and mountain sweet. The name New Jersey tea was popularized during the American Revolution, since its leaves were used as a substitute for black tea. Many of the Ceanothus americanus uses and benefits were discovered by the Native Americans. For instance, the Chippewa used red root for shortness of breath, bloating, and constipation. The Cherokee also used the root as a digestive tonic. And the Iroquois used it to treat diarrhea and colds, and to improve blood flow. Native Americans also used red root tea for catarrh, fevers, sore throats, skin cancer, venereal sores, and wound healing. In this article, we will examine the health benefits of red root in further detail. You will also learn more about the taste of red root, how to use it, and the potential side effects of this herbal remedy. Health Benefits of Red Root (Ceanothus americanus) … [Read more...] about Red Root (Ceanothus americanus): Health Benefits, Uses, and Side Effects

Credit: iStock.com/IPGGutenbergUKLtd Your lymphatic system is an important part of your immune system, designed to rid the body of waste. When functioning properly, it eliminates waste through respiratory movement and natural muscle contractions. That being said, toxins, cellular waste, and fluid will build up when the lymphatic system and lymph nodes fail to properly drain. A lymphatic drainage massage may be an effective option, especially if you’ve had surgery on your lymph nodes. Surgery and other damage often lead to a condition called lymphedema. Lymphatic drainage massage is a safe and gentle technique that targets lymph flow and breaks apart lymph congestion while also stimulating lymph and draining waste and fluid from the body. In this article, we will detail lymphatic drainage massage benefits. Read on to also learn how a lymph drainage massage is performed and when to avoid a lymphatic drainage massage. What Are the Benefits of Lymphatic Drainage Massage? Lymphatic … [Read more...] about The Benefits of Lymphatic Drainage Massage

The lymphatic system involves a network of vessels that pass through your tissues to allow the movement of lymph fluid, which circulates throughout the body similarly to blood. Lymph fluid moves as a result of walking, breathing, and muscle and intestinal activity. As the muscles tighten, lymph nodes are squeezed, and lymph is filtered through lymph nodes. The main function of the lymphatic system is to cleanse toxins and protect against harmful organisms. Lymphatic congestion occurs when the lymphatic system fails to properly drain, and toxins and cellular waste products will therefore accumulate. How to Cleanse Your Lymphatic System Naturally Lymphatic congestion can lead to fatigue, stiffness, bloating, swollen lymph nodes, brain fog, itchy and dry skin, cellulite, chronic sinusitis, colds, ear issues, sore throats, and cold hands and feet. If you experience such symptoms, a lymphatic system cleanse may help detox your body. In this section, we will explore tips for how to cleanse … [Read more...] about Draining Lymph Nodes: How to Cleanse Your Lymphatic System Naturally

Credit: iStock.com/Eraxion What Are Monocytes? When your body gets an infection or needs some dead cells removed, monocytes are a key player. They are part of the team that helps keeps you healthy. In other words, monocytes function as part of your immune system. More specifically, they are a type of white blood cell, or leukocyte, manufactured in the bone marrow. From there, monocytes travel through your blood and into tissue where they transition into macrophages and dendritic cells. A macrophage is a type of phagocyte, which is an immune cell responsible for detecting, engulfing, and destroying harmful microorganisms (pathogens) and foreign materials like bacterial or viral infections. Monocytes should represent about one percent to 10% of your circulating white blood cells. Your levels can be tested as part of a complete blood count (CBC) test. Monocyte counts fluctuate, but if they are regularly outside of the normal range, it could indicate a health concern. In This Article: … [Read more...] about Monocytes Count: High, Low, Absolute Ranges, Causes and Remedies

Peppermint tea may improve your health in a number of ways. For instance, peppermint tea is considered excellent for the digestive system, and it can relieve some symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It is also used to promote better sleep, relieve stress, improve mental alertness, eliminate bad breath, and boost the immune system. In this article, we will explore the potential health benefits of peppermint tea. We’ll also compare the healing drink to another popular tea in a peppermint tea vs. green tea section. Moreover, we’ll discuss when to drink peppermint tea for maximum health effects, as well as the precautions and side effects associated with peppermint tea. 15 Fantastic Health Benefits of Peppermint Tea Peppermint tea’s health benefits are plentiful. Health practitioners wanting to provide relief without drugs have used peppermint tea for over 10,000 years, as documented by archeologists. The University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public … [Read more...] about 15 Health Benefits of Peppermint Tea