Living Clean

How to Reap the Many Benefits of the Clove

March 29, 2026October 9, 2014 by Jaclyn

Cloves are an ancient remedy that caught on early – very early. The earliest recorded evidence of cloves being used for medicinal purposes goes back to 1721 BC in biblical Syria. Those primitive healers did not need modern science to recognize one of nature’s most potent herbs; cloves naturally exhibit anti-microbial, anti-parasitic, antiseptic, and anti-inflammatory properties. This combination of attributes make it a powerful and diverse curative.

Alternative Medicine for the Common Cold

March 29, 2026November 14, 2013 by Jaclyn

Despite thousands of years of medical research and discovery, there is still no known cure for the common cold. The best that most physicians can offer is a variety of pharmaceuticals to mask the unpleasant symptoms of the cold while the human body fights off the virus on its own. Unfortunately, most of these medicines come with a host of side effects from severe drowsiness and headaches to anxiety. Why not look beyond the mere symptoms of the cold and instead, help the body to combat the illness itself? That is exactly the approach that many alternative medicine solutions take.

5 Reasons to Increase Your Daily Intake of Vitamin C

March 29, 2026September 14, 2013 by Jaclyn

Many of us rush out to buy Vitamin C supplements as soon as we feel a cold coming on, but research suggests that the common dietary supplement could have many more benefits than a temporary immunity boost. Here are ten reasons two uptake your daily intake of the vitamin for the long term.

Common Home Remedies for Coughs and Colds

August 25, 2015March 8, 2011 by Grace

Coughs and colds are common ailments that can affect both young and old. They are contagious viral infections. Children acquire these illnesses an average of 12 times a year, while adults get coughs and colds at least two to four times each year. Treatment for coughs and colds doesn’t need to be expensive. There are several … Read more

Two Hydrotherapy Techniques

October 31, 2014August 23, 2009 by Cheryl

Here’s a video by DrBenjaminLau, showing the use of two hydrotherapy techniques that can be used on people of all ages, though in the video, the patient is an adorable two-year-old. The techniques are useful for colds, coughs, congestion, sinus infections, migraine or other headaches, and indeed any condition where a better circulation of blood … Read more

Onion

November 10, 2014August 10, 2009 by Cheryl

Onions have been used as food since ancient times. They are documented to have been eaten in Egypt around 3,000 BC. They have antimicrobial properties that are effective against salmonella and E. coli. They are anti-allergenic due to the quercetin content, which is especially potent because of being absorbed quickly into the lining of the … Read more

Drug Dealers Selling Vitamins

February 2, 2018August 6, 2009 by Steven

A scenario of drug dealers selling vitamins could become the norm soon, because of a set of “guidelines” used by the World Trade Organization (WTO).

Aromatherapy recipes holidays

March 7, 2013June 26, 2009 by Cheryl

For those who enjoy aromatherapy recipes holidays are a great time for showing off the wide range of possibilities of aromatherapy. Not only can you use the recipes to create gifts for others, you can use the aromatherapy recipes holidays scents to decorate and prepare your surroundings to reflect the holiday spirit. Solve your holiday … Read more