Remedies
Comfort Foods for Flu Season
With winter just around the corner, the thermostat isn't going to be the only one feeling under the weather. Influenza, otherwise known as the flu, can come in many forms but typically burdens us with symptoms such as congestion, coughing, sneezing, fever, vomiting, and diarrhea. Whether you are experiencing the full effects of the flu or various flu-like symptoms, we have holistic ingredients and recipes that will help you have a speedy recovery. Try some of these ingredients to alleviate your digestive system: Ginger has antioxidant properties that will sooth numerous stomach ailments, including nausea and upset stomach. Carbonated beverages...
Foods to Calm an Upset Stomach
When the stomach flu hits, running to the store for medicine can be impossible. Fortunately, there are many common foods that can also help relieve an upset stomach. There are also many resources available online that can help victims of the flu to find relief without leaving the house. The following remedies have been used for generations to relieve symptoms of an upset stomach: B.R.A.T. Diet The BRAT diet consists of bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast. It is used to relieve an upset stomach, mainly diarrhea, because it consists of bland, easy to digest materials that are non-irritating to the stomach and intestines. Applesauce and bananas also contain...
Lower Cholesterol Foods
When consumed in the right proportions, cholesterol is not a bad thing for the body. As a matter of fact, it occurs naturally and the body produces not less than 75 percent of the cholesterol contained in the blood. The other remaining percentage comes from the foods consumed by the body. Cholesterol only becomes problematic when it gets out of balance. If it gets completely out of balance, it can even cause heart disease, stroke and heart attack as well. However, it is possible to control the amount of cholesterol in the body. This can be easily achieved through engaging in healthy exercises throughout the week, not smoking tobacco, as well as maintaining...