Natural Food Remedy

Question: How to relief the itching scalp and skin, any natural food remedy?

Answer: For skin lotions, try Cetaphil. For scalp, try scalpacin. These may not be 'natural' remedies, but they do work. If you're wanting natural remedies only, try Tea Tree Oil. It will usually relieve itching both in scalp and on the skin.

Question: What is the natural remedy for food poisoning?

Answer: AGE....or acute gastroenteritis. I spent many years treating military members in Turkey with this as my main complaint in the ER. If the food poisoning involves loss of body fluids like with loose stools/ diarrhea or vomiting. Water. Half water half/ gatorade to get electrolytes. Once you are able to keep fluids down for more than 15 mins., advance to the B.R.A.T diet. Bananas Rice Applesauce and Toast. These foods are easy on the stomach while it is sensitive and recovering. *If you are not losing body fluids, and only have a "tummy ache", the natural remedy the Turkish use is yogurt. And this although unproven, may help kill the bugs that cause stomach sickness from various causes.

Question: Is there an herb or natural remedy to suppress food cravings? I am trying to lose weight but I get cravings for different things like chocolate, ice cream etc. I don't want something that's going to make me not feel hungry at all like Dexatrim. I want something that is going to suppress unneccesary cravings.

Answer: At www.newbodybalance.com there is a supplement called crave control, it is all natural and 100% safe for anyone. There is also a great weight program.

Question: what are some natural food remedies for constipation? for children under 2.

Answer: Depends on how old - if just turning one then the options might be a little different than, say, a child who is almost two. Depending on the child's ability to chew, here are some ideas: Raisins (my little ones eat a small box almost every day) Carrot sticks (cut up the "mini carrots" into 4 pieces to make smaller sticks) Raw Apple (cut it and slice it - I prefer to peel the skins for small children, my friend leaves it on - it's up to you) Grapes (frozen or fresh - just be sure to cut them in half so they're not a choking hazard - my children LOVE the frozen grapes, they taste like popsicles, only they're natural) Citrus fruit (oranges - grapefruit, etc. - we got an 18 lb bag of grapefruit at meijer and after a few days I realized my children were getting a little too much - they had loose bowels) Crackelin Oat Bran Cereal (it's perfect for that age and your child can eat it dry. My youngest LOVES this cereal) Spinach or other canned "greens" (my youngest prefer the spinach because it's plain. Momma likes the Old Glory greens because they are seasoned - but the effect is the same - it helps them go) Plenty of juice (we usually dilute juice at my house - mostly water w/ a little juice to flavor - but when there's constipation, we use more juice - like half and half - if you're desparate - use straight juice) If you're into supplementation - a little extra Vitamin C (try cutting chewables to small sizes and give frequently during the day) or liquid Chlorophyll will do the trick. We only use Nature's Sunshine liquid Chlorophyll because my children love it (my 12 yr old said only to get that kind). It tastes like mint gum. Chorophyll is a natural detoxifier and digestive aid, cleanses the intestines, and the body in general. For smaller children I do no more than a teaspoon a day. When my youngest was 6 mo. old, he got 1/4 tsp a day - for an idea. ******** The main thing is to integrate these types of things into your child's diet on a regular basis. These are normal, daily fare at my house and my 4-yr-old has only been constipated twice. My 2 yr-old has never been constipated. It helps, too, to reduce the amount of refined flours and sugars because those things will stop you up (i.e. pop tarts, toddler "puffy" snacks, sugar cereals, white bisquits, white bread, white pastas, etc.).

Question: gout treatment what kind of foods should i avoid and what kind foods are a natural remedy is there any ? how can I treat my gout naturally and what kind of food can i eat and what kind of foods should I aviod.

Answer: Cut back on protein and eat more fruits and veggies.

Question: What Natural remedy would be good for my dog's skin.? My 12 year old dog has had a year-long skin condition. I've tried Natural food... vitamins... shampoo. He had been to the vet many time.. it is NOT a food allery.. and it is NOT fleas or a parasite. He's been on antibiotics and prednisone as well as benadryl.... Any suggestions on how to stop his itching and "eating" himself? Thank!

Answer: vaseline

Question: High cholesterol - any natural foods to help lower count? My doctor says I have high cholesterol levels (over 7 points) I was prescribed statins which totally disagreed with me , I had muscle pain in every place possible. So was told to discontinue treatment, I now am prescribed Ezetimibe 10mg bit nervous of side effects but would also like to try out natural food remedies any suggestions?

Answer: Pulses

Question: What is a good natural remedy (foods,supplements, etc.)for stage 1 hypertension.?

Answer: There are several things you can do for hypertension that can have a powerful effect: 1. Lose weight if you are overweight. 2. Exercise regularly, even if it is only walking. 3. Follow the DASH eating plan, which is proven to lower blood pressure: http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/heart/hbp/dash/ 4. Discontinue the use of stimulants, including caffeine and tobacco. Look for hidden sources of stimulants in food and beverages. 5. Take calcium and magnesium. (Low intake of both are associated with high blood pressure; women need between 1,000 and 1,500 mg of calcium per day; men no more than 1,200 mg daily from all sources. If you get your calcium from supplements, take half as much magnesium as your calcium dosage.) 6. Take vitamin C, which has been shown to lower blood pressure in people with mild to moderate hypertension. 7. Take omega 3 supplements (fish oil). Garlic and niacin, suggested above, while helpful for cholesterol, aren't remedies for hypertension.

Question: Does anyone have any home remedy/natural face masks, scrubs, oils, lotions etc? Ones I can make with food?

Answer: Cucumber Mask 1 cucumber ¼ teaspoon of lemon juice 1 teaspoon witch hazel 1 teaspoon alcohol 1 egg white, whipped Peel the cucumber and extract the juice, add lemon juice, witch hazel and alcohol. Stir well; then blend in the whipped egg. Allow to dry on your face for a minimum of 15 minutes. Rinse off. Honey Mask   1 tablespoon of honey 1 egg yolk 1 teaspoon olive oil   Beat the egg yolk into the oil, then blend in the honey. Apply to your face and leave on for 15 minutes before rinsing away.

Question: are there any natural ways to reduce crankyness or moodswings during pregnancy? i just found out im pregnant and prior to this i was considering getting on some type of anti anxiety medication.. im wondering if there are any natural foods, remedies, or calming herbs that helped anxiety and crankyness and are safe to ingest while pregnant. also.. green tea and sushi, i consume alot of both.. do i need to cut either of those from my diet??

Answer: Try exercizing. It releases positive endorphines into your bloodstream and helps control your hormone fluctuations. Streatch, go for walks, dance, ect.

Question: Is there a holistic, natural remedy for my cat's dandruff? She is on a healthy diet of a food high in whatever the fats are called (18% I believe), she has never had a dandruff problem before (she's 2) but we moved recently and this is her first spring in northern California. I believe that she is having itchy, dry skin due to allergies because she is constantly rolling on the carpet and trying to scratch her back (where the majority of the dandruff is) on tables and other things. Is there a natural remedy to soother her skin?

Answer: Something I do for our cats when it gets really dry in the winter is take a small drop or two of oil, depending on how much fur the cat in question has, and rub it over my palms really thoroughly and then pet the cat. Be sure to spread the oil out as thinly as possible. If you overdue it, your cat may lick itself into having a hairball. So only the minimum amount you think will do it. You can always do more later if need be. I usually use olive oil or canola since they are fairly neutral. It cuts down on the static and helps hydrate their skin. You might try it while your cat has active dandruff, olive oil is very hydrating and helps heal. And it would be a good upkeep just whenever you think she is getting dry again. As for the cure, giving her a small amount of an oily fish every other day or so will help. Whatever you do, don't give her a bath unless it's a vet recommended shampoo for cats with irritable skin. And if you do brush her, use a very soft brush that only goes through the top layer of fur and won't reach her irritated skin. Good luck!

Question: What is the natural remedy for MALASMA? What foods to avoid? What foods to take?

Answer: Melasma is a common disorder of cutaneous hyperpigmentation predominantly affecting the faces of women, although not uncommon in men. Little is known about the aetiology of melasma. The symptoms of melasma are dark, irregular patches commonly found on the upper cheek, nose, lips, upper lip, and forehead. These patches often develop gradually over time. Melasma does not cause any other symptoms beyond the cosmetic discoloration. has been considered to arise from pregnancy, oral contraceptives, endocrine dysfunction, genetic factors, medications, nutitional deficiency, hepatic dysfunction, and other factors. The majority of cases appear related to pregancy or oral contraceptives. About Food & Treatment ask Doctor, to avoid any Reaction and other problems.

Question: Anyone know of natural remedies for improving blood circulation? I am looking for information on herbal or any natural remedies. Foods or medicine.

Answer: Cayenne powder dramatically increases the blood circulation, you can also take a liquid cayenne tincture. It must be over 100,000 heat units ''HU'' to be effective. There is only one place I know of that sells organic cayenne powder and tinctures that are 250,000 HU, and that is Herbdoc.com. If you put the cayenne powder in capsules be sure not to fill it more then half full, otherwise it will burn your stomach cause it's so hot if you over do it at on one dose. Here is the site, scroll down to find the cayenne. http://www.herbdoc.com/store/Scripts/prodList.asp?idCategory=5&h=1

Question: Natural remedy for sleep disorder? My friend has some form of insomnia, and cannot sleep in the night. He is refusing to take any from of sleeping pill or any such medication because he is somewhat of a natural food fanatic. Is there anything he can take that will make him fall asleep, or even sleep better? What do you suggest?

Answer: 1)drink hot green tea before bed. 2)listen to soft music while drifting off to sleep. 3)think of relaxing thoughts. 4)count sheep;-) 5)relieve stress by picturing body parts as sink and the stress slowly emptying out of them until he is stress free. or do all of them-it should work.good luck:)

Question: Do you believe natural remedies really work and that food can heal?

Answer: absolutely proof I no longer have high cholesterol I exercise eat fresh veggies and fresh fruit and take natural suppliments no medication.

Question: Anyone know any foods/natural remedies that whiten teeth? I brush them 3 times a day (2 if I can't do midday), but they still are slightly yellow. I know some people just have naturally yellow teeth but I'd like to try some natural whitening methods (: Thanks!

Answer: Foods that whiten teeth: • apples • celery • carrots • spinach • broccoli • lettuce *celery would be my first choice. Stay away from coffee, tea, juice, wine etc b/c they stain your teeth.