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Woes Of The Common Cold- Natural Preventions and Remedies

Cure those winter woes faster, and better yet, shield the body from being atttacked by the common cold and flu symptoms.  Natural remedies are the best way to go, as they allow you to be kind to the body, yet still be effective. The Wellness Mama site has a wealth of knowledge on everything good for you. Please read the info in the link below.  It includes a great list of options for alternative healing methods and concoctions that have proven to be successful for the entire family. Give the body what it needs to stay in good health through these upcoming cold months.  It will truly benefit you in the long run! http://wellnessmama.com/1499/natural-illness-prevention-and-treatment-beat-the-cold-flu-and-fever-faster/

Natural Healing Process- Ginger Root

Ever considered bypassing the medicine aisle when a headache, cramps, or other aches arise?  Muddling through the day, you may find it necessary to reach for an aspirin, but ever considered a more natural approach? Ginger is a well known alternative to medicine -  a natural herb offering great healing properties. Acid reflux, indigestion, nausea or upset stomach, bad cough and congestion, menstrual cramps, flu and arthritis symptoms, pain and stiffness, toothaches, to name a few. **Honey mixed with a piece of ginger is known to be the most powerful remedy for respiratory problems. The ginger can also be consumed in several ways:  ginger root pills/vitamins, ginger paste, ginger juice, ginger beer, tea, dried ginger, and of course fresh ginger. See a great list of simple remedies for diseases, aches and pain using ginger in the following link: http://www.disabled-world.com/artman/publish/ginger.shtml Learn other facts and uses for ginger by viewing the following lin

Forever Young-Age Defying Foods

Slow down the aging process by making smarter choices in what you consume daily. Try incorporating a few of the mentioned items in your diet now, and see noticeable changes fast- internally as well as externally. Prevent illnesses and ailments, as well as heal the body of sicknesses and diseases. Also achieve longer healthier hair and nails, glowing skin, and more. View the short slide show below from Live Strong -   http://www.livestrong.com/  and start the movement towards a healthier, younger body. Slide show: http://www.livestrong.com/slideshow/545202-20-anti-aging-foods/#slide-1

Oil Pulling- A Simple Detox

So before you begin reading this, let me say that I am prepared to hear words of doubt, confusion, and just plain ol' 'are you crazy?!' concerns.  I know this because I have been sharing this simple practice with a few friends, and they all looked at me with the side eye, as if this is something I learned from of a cult.  But seriously, this is an opportunity to hear results before you jump on the bandwagon.  Simply put, oil pulling is a form of detoxing and cleansing the body.  It is so easy, and close to free-  so right up my alley when it comes to time and cost.  Also, please note that this method of detoxing has been performed by many for ages, and has been identified as a best practice for healing the body.    Choose the oil of your choice.  I prefer coconut oil, but other oils work just as well; sunflower, safflower.   Throw a spoonful of oil in your mouth, (don't swallow), swish around for about 15 - 20 minutes.  You can do this daily,