Herbal Remedies Can Really Work
Today many people are turning to alternative medicine rather than conventional medicine in a search for both a healthier option to prescription and over the counter drugs, and for an inexpensive means of health care. While some natural methods of health care can be as expensive as conventional ones, many of the options do promote a better way of healing the body.
There are many people who swear by herbal remedies, and there are even some doctors who incorporate herbs with modern medicine. If you go into any health food store, no doubt you will find at least one aisle stocked with all kinds of herbs in boxes, bottles and loose in bins or bags. Your first encounter is most likely because you have a cold or flu. Maybe someone in the office suggested you take some Echinacea. On the other hand, maybe you have been having difficulty sleeping, and you remember reading somewhere that chamomile tea was good for getting rid of insomnia? The very first thing you need to do before taking any herbal remedy is to do your homework. By themselves and in certain doses, some herbs are beneficial. There are, however, herbs that should not be mixed together and herbs that should not be taken in more than the recommended amounts.
One such herb is Ephedra, or Ma Huang. While this herb can be useful, far too many people abused it. More is not always better, especially with an herb like this. A few years ago, Ephedra was touted as the miracle herb, and quickly gained popularity in the gyms and with athletes. Ephedra boasted quick weight loss by increasing the metabolism and could help with respiratory problems. What people did not know was that Ephedra increases the body’s core temperature and is a very powerful stimulant, and in some cases, people have died from taking too much of this potent herb.
Herbs do not offer an overnight cure. Where taking an aspirin or allergy pill will take merely hours to start to work, herbs often take up to three weeks to start working. Unlike conventional means, the substances in the herbs have to build up in the body before they can start to take effect. There are some herbs, like Seneca (a laxative), or ginger (a digestive aide) that will work within a few hours.
There are some herbs that work more quickly than others. Chamomile, Kava-Kava and Valerian, which are all good for sleeplessness, will begin to work in a few hours. If you have an upset stomach or a case of car sickness, ginger will take care of that immediately. If Valerian sounds familiar, it should, this herb’s derivative is Valium. Although Valerian is not addictive it is still best to use it with care. As with all herbs, do your research first and remember it is best to err on the side of caution and treat all herbs with the respect and care they deserve.
December 18th, 2008 at 10:31 am
What is a good herbal remedy for erectile dysfunction and will these remedies really work and to what extent.?
I AM 56 YRS. OLD AND I AM A SMOKER . THIS PROBABLY DOESNT HELP. BUT WHAT CAUSES ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION AND IS THERE ANY HOPE BESIDES VIAGRA TYPE DRUGS. I HAVE HEARD THAT HERBAL REMEDIES WORK BUT NEED TO KNOW WHICH ONES AND DO THEY DO WHAT THEY CLAIM. THAT IS TO MAKE ERECTIONS HARDER AND LAST LONGER AND RETURN TO NORMAL SEXUAL FUNCTION.I AM AT WITS END AND DO NOT WANT TO RELY SOLELY ON VIAGRA.IN OTHER WORDS I WOULD LIKE TO GET AN ERECTION SPONTANEOUSLY WITH MY GIRLFRIEND RATHER THAT WAITING AN HOUR AND A HALF FOR THE VIAGRA OR CIALIS TO WORK.ALSO I FIND THIS VERY DEPRESSING AND SUFFER FROM DEPRESSION ANYWAY SO THIS DOESNT HELP.PLEASE HELP IF YOU CAN I NEED TO SOLVE THIS PROBLEM .
December 18th, 2008 at 3:33 pm
your mom
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December 18th, 2008 at 3:35 pm
Most cases of erectile dysfunction are the result of decreasing blood circulation. It can be a complication of diabetes – that's what causes mine – or other diseases. I've been dealing with it on both a personal and a professional level for the last fifteen years.
So listen (read) carefully: THERE IS NO HERBAL REMEDY FOR ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION THAT WORKS!
There are three oral medications that can help in many cases. There is an injectable medicine that will give you an erection – and yes, you have to stick it in your penis twice – once on either side.
There is also a suppository that you put in the end of your urethra (the end of your penis). There are penile rings that work with a vacuum pump (you should have a physician fit you for these) and there are surgical implants.
Bottom line: talk to your physician and ask for a referral to a urologist who will talk over the options with you in detail. Good luck – it's a royal pain that those who don't have your problem and mine can't begin to understand!
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December 18th, 2008 at 3:37 pm
Well, yes smoking they say does add to the problem due to the oxygen in the blood is needed for an erection. It all depends on what length you will go in order to having a fullfilling sex life.
The reason I say this is I was with a man for 12 yrs first few years he had the same problems you are going through and yes it does so heavy work on a man's mind to the point of depression. They feel as if they are only half a man. My heart went out to him for in every other way we had a very good relantionship. So I took it upon myself to see what I could find out . I was able to locate a clinic that dealt only in erectile dysfunction for I figured it would be easier for him knowing that evey man he saw as he walked in had the exact same problem that he did. Well I cut the paper clipping out of the paper and as we were talking one night I gave it to him for we did discuss his problem he carried it around for 2-3 months for I never pressured him about it. Then he decided to give it a try, after discussing it with the doctors his choice was a shot that is given in the penis ohh a very small needle it scared me more than him. He said after the first injection and getting over the fear that they did not hurt at all. Well let me tell ya we are talking instant erection and for up to 2-3 hours. Viagra has nothing over the shots. Cost of the shots ran $10-$12 each. He would get 10 at a time already in the syringe and had to be keep refrigrated. So it is up to you but for sure you do need to see your doctor this happens to men from the age of 18-90 it has no age factor. Good luck But you must take the first step. He made the comment later that he wished he had known about the shots a lot sooner for he got his manhood back and could not be any happier. Well the shot he used was only given one time did not have to inject twice in order for it to work. Also for the ones that have heart problems Viagra is not a good choice were the doctors said the shot would not affect the ones with heart problems or there meds.
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December 18th, 2008 at 3:39 pm
try the asia tongkat ali.
read it yourself
http://www.a1libidus.com
which consist few herbs that helps.
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