July 27, 2011

Herbal Treatment For Adhd Questions Answered

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Daniel asks…

What is the best herbal for ADHD? Need help quick?

I am badly disorganised. I loose interest in things so fast. It is having a very undesirious effect on me.Pls if you know any herbal remedies that do work, do let me know

Chloe Adisson answers:

There are none. ADHD(Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder) is something you’re born with. There are medicines to dim it down but they have a real effect on your . That’s why I chose not to take them. But I tried them for a while, and it didn’t work out. I practice mental restraint and self control.

William asks…

for ADHD?

Is there an herbal treatment for ADHD? I stopped taking the medication 3 years ago when I went all organic and natural. I’ve been taking fish oil and ginkgo biloba for a year and though it was helping, but my boss asked me today if I have ADHD, guess it’s not helping as much as I though.

Chloe Adisson answers:

Attention Defecit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) :-

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a condition that becomes apparent in some children in the preschool and early school years. It is hard for these children to control their behavior and/or pay attention.

ADHD – CAUSE

Most substantiated causes appear to fall in the realm of neurobiology and genetics. This is not to say that environmental factors may not influence the severity of the disorder, but such factors do not seem to give rise to the condition by themselves.

ADHD – SIGNS AND

The principal characteristics of ADHD are inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. These symptoms appear early in a child’s life. When the child’s hyperactivity, distractibility, poor concentration, or impulsivity begin to affect performance in school, social relationships with other children, or behavior at , ADHD may be suspected. But because the symptoms vary so much across settings, ADHD is not easy to diagnose. This is especially true when inattentiveness is the primary symptom.

There are three subtypes of ADHD recognized by professionals. These are the predominantly hyperactive-impulsive (that does not show significant inattention); the predominantly inattentive (that does not show significant hyperactive-impulsive behavior) sometimes called ADD—an outdated term for this entire disorder; and the combined (that displays both inattentive and hyperactive-impulsive symptoms).

HOW DIAGNOSIS IS DONE for ADHD?

Because everyone shows some of these behaviors at times, the diagnosis requires that such behavior be demonstrated to a degree that is inappropriate for the person’s age. The diagnostic guidelines also contain specific requirements for determining when the symptoms indicate ADHD. The behaviors must appear early in life, before age 7, and continue for at least 6 months. Above all, the behaviors must create a real handicap in at least two areas of a person’s life such as in the schoolroom, on the playground, at home, in the community, or in social settings. So someone who shows some symptoms but whose schoolwork or friendships are not impaired by these behaviors would not be diagnosed with ADHD. Nor would a child who seems overly active on the playground but functions well elsewhere receive an ADHD diagnosis.

To assess whether a child has ADHD, specialists consider several critical questions: Are these behaviors excessive, long-term, and pervasive? That is, do they occur more often than in other children the same age? Are they a continuous problem, not just a response to a temporary situation? Do the behaviors occur in several settings or only in one specific place like the playground or in the schoolroom? The person’s pattern of behavior is compared against a set of criteria and characteristics of the disorder as listed in the DSM-IV-TR.

HOMEOPATHIC TREATMENT for Attention Defecit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Homeopathic medicines are known to have deep effect on human psychology and have been found effective in various mental and psychological disorders. The focus of homeopathy is not to treat the isolated symptoms of ADHD but to treat the child as a whole. Not only the symptoms of ADHD but also the general physical and mental constitution of the patient, past medical history, medical history of parents, information about pregnancy and vaccination – all are used to find the probable cause in a given case and based on the final analysis a is chosen for a patient. The following medicines may help in the treatment of ADHD -

ADHD – CONVENTIONAL TREATMENT

The conventional treatment primarily uses a class of drugs known as stimulants (amphetamines).

WHAT ELSE CAN I DO?

You can join various support groups. Behavioural therapy, Social-skills training, Parenting skills training, Psychotherapy can be useful for the patient and the family.

REFERENCE WORKS

Harrison’s Principles of Internal , 14th ed, McGraw-Hill

Davidson’s Principles and Practise of Medicine, 17th ed, 1996, Churchill Livingstone

New Manual of Homeopathic Materia Medica & Repertory, William Boericke, 2nd revised ed., 2001, B. Jain

(The above is taken from http://www.hpathy.com/diseases/adhd-symptoms-treatment-cure.asp )

Best of health to you, if you need Homeopathic help please give your detailed individual symptoms.

Take Care and God bless you.

Mary asks…

i am looking for herbal treatment for a child with adhd?

i am pretty sure my 5yr old has adhd, but i do not want to put her on medication. i am looking for a natural treatment, herbal or vitamins

Chloe Adisson answers:

Wow, I THOUROUGHLY disagree with some of the postings for this question. Ritalin is a form of speed (a stimulant) and has side effects like any drug. There are many books out there on natural for “ADHD”. Diet and exercise are essential in any child’s healthy normal development. Remove any artificial sweetners, stay away from artificial colorings, eat more natural raw fruits and vegetables. A certified organic product is your best bet. STAY AWAY from soda pop. I myself, was diagnosed with attention deficit and I was never “medicated” for it. I am a full believer in natural medicines. Get your child adjusted by a chiropractor, this may or may not help the ADHD, but it will allow your child to function well physically.

Robert asks…

has anyone tried herbal treatments for adhd or for concentration problems. i have tried listol .?

Chloe Adisson answers:

Adhd is wayyyy over diagnosed, chances are your lacking an enzyme in the gut that helps regulate the serretonin in the brain. Ask your doctor about it and see if he can prescribe something to help the intestines.

Other than that, do a food diary…see what makes your symptoms worse and eliminate them. I do not reccomend herbal treatments, but i have heard dandilion tea helps open the blood flow to the brain.

Laura asks…

Does anyone know of any herbal/alternative treatments for ADHD in children???

My son is 10 and his doc wants him on medication(s) but I’m looking for something more herbal or alternative, like maybe diet changes or something like that. Any advise would be greatly appreciated!!! Thanks in advance!!!!!

Chloe Adisson answers:

There is quite a lot of information about the use of pure, unadulterated essential oils in working with children with ADHD. My friend’s grandson uses a number of essential oils and has gone from a “resource” class at school to being integrated into a ‘regular’ classroom with success re his behaviors and learning abilities. Her grandson uses pure, unadulterated essential oils and blends (not cheap oils that have been solvent distilled and might contain solvents that you don’t want near your child’s brain) like Vetiver and Brain Power. You can find these at my site at http://tinyurl.com/ykxyuk

The following is found on-line:

“CASE STUDY
DR. TERRY FRIEDMAN, M.D.

This case study was conducted for two years, from 1999-2001. Using Children between the ages of 6 to 12 years. Twenty subjects not diagnosed with ADD/ADHD were used as the control group. Twenty subjects with a confirmed diagnoses of ADD/ADHD were used as the study group.

Each group was pre-tested using a baseline evaluation with real time EEG and The T.O.V.A. Scale.

The essential oils chosen for the case study were Lavender, Vetiver, Cedarwood and Brain Power (a blend of Frankincense, Sandalwood, Melissa, Cedarwood, blue Cypress, Lavender and Helichrysum.)

The oils were administered in this fashion: one of the oils were administered by inhalation 3 times a day for 30 days. An inhalation device was also used at night to administer a continuous inhalation of oil.

The subject then inhaled when needed, about 3 times during the day when they began to feel “scattered”. The inhalation of the oils proved to settle the brainwaves back into normal patterns and improved their scholastic performance and behavioral patterns.

Each subject was tested on each oil for 30 days and then reevaluated by testing. Then another oil was used for 30 days and reevaluated, until each of the oils had been tested. Lastly, oil combinations were used, each for a 30 day period. (Brain Power with Lavender, with Cedarwood, and Vetiver.)

The final results were: Lavender increased performance by 53%, Cedarwood increased performance by 83% and Vetiver increased performance by 100%. ”

Hope this is helpful.

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March 4, 2011

Cures For Adult Acne

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Do you find yourself reliving the horror of acne? It’s bad enough having to go the acne stage during your teenage years, but to have another breakout when you are already in your late twenties or early thirties is downright embarrassing.

The usual causes of acne are stress, make-up, birth-control pills and good old fashioned hormone. Pretty much the reasons for teenage acne are also responsible for the breakout of acne for grown-ups. However, this doesn’t mean that the acne you used as a teenager is still applicable. Adult and teenage skin are very different so acne treatments for these two age groups can be very different. For adult acne , you might want to consider taking the following suggestions.

Look at the Ingredients
There are different ingredients contained in cleansers but when looking for one, the top two ingredients you should look for are salicylic acid or benzyl peroxide. Exfoliate your skin three times a week at most to clean out your pores. However, make sure not to scrub too hard since this could irritate the skin, making it more perceptible to acne breakout.

Dermatologists
Of course, other non-conventional methods have shown up that allows us to clear skin faster and better than before. One of the most popular options today is the use of laser to clear the skin. For a wider of choices, your best course of action would b a dermatologist who could prescribe different pills or treatments for acne. However, keep in mind that these treatments could be costly, take the laser option for example which could run up to several hundred dollars per session. On the bright side, these really do work.

Natural Methods
For those who still want to go natural, there are still various homemade acne treatments out there. One is applying cooked oatmeal to the face for 15 minutes and then washing them off is a popular acne still used today. A mixture of lemon and water are also viable options because they are acidic and therefore ideal for minimizing acne.

Hygiene
Quality hygiene is very important for people who want to prevent acne.

After all, dirt blockage in the pores is the main result why acne pops out. Make sure that you wash your face every day and removing any trace of makeup before going to bed. If various amounts of pimples start to break out, avoid touching so that the irritation won’t become too severe. Keep in mind that most scars are a result of pimples popped too soon. Acne scarring is much harder to get rid of so don’t be impatient and make sure not to do anything to hasten the process.

Watch what you eat
The truth is that acne is in no way caused by eating chocolates. However, what you eat is still important if you want a clear, glowing skin. Eat more fruits and vegetables and less processed foods. Also, make sure that you take in eight to ten glasses of water every day to help flush the toxins off your body.

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February 21, 2011

Aromatherapy For Your Hair

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As consumers become wiser, their attention is directed towards biological , be they food or treatments. This trend was inspired by , a which uses natural oils extracted from plants to treat various affections of the skin and the . Manufacturers of professional care products have resorted to these miraculous essences to help their customers obtain good-looking and healthy locks.

Before you waste your money on artificial hair care articles that will eventually ruin your hair, you should try these professional shampoos and conditioners containing natural oils. Although the price is smaller than you would expect, the treatments are far more effective than any other you might have used before.

Lavender oil is frequently used in aromatherapy due to its soft perfume which enables clients to relax and to combat insomnia. Besides being one the most efficient pain relievers, lavender oil is the best ingredient for hair growth. When applied on the scalp gentle massage movements, the oil purifies the surface of the scalp by removing the dead skin and facilitates the appearance of new capillaries.

Castor oil activates the circulation of the blood and thus, hair grows longer and stronger as it receives a large quantity of oxygen. In addition, dead hair follicles are stimulated to produce new capillaries; therefore, castor oil is the ingredient that is most often recommended in the of alopecia.

An increased sebum secretion causes hair to become too oily, whereas the low activity of the sebaceous gland makes the hair dry and frail. Oily hair can regain its vitality and shine through products based on lemon and tea tree oils. On the other hand, olive and jojoba essences can restore grease to dry hair and repair split ends.

All professional products have replaced the artificial and rough cleaning ingredients with natural essences like the ones mentioned above. Unlike commercial outputs, biological treatments will gently repair your hair by restoring the balance to the sebaceous gland. This way, the hair gradually repairs itself while you can rest assure that old affections, such as, dandruff and alopecia won’t bother you anymore.

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December 25, 2010

The Benefits of Aromatherapy Through Aromatherapy Diffuser

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The term “” was first heard from the lips of Rene Maurice Gattefosse, a French chemist who discovered the healing method in the 1920s. Referred to as the practice of using essential oils derived from different parts of certain plants in a healing process, has become one of the common practices of people in relieving physical and psychological pains.

Since the discovery of aromatherapy and aromatherapy oils, more and more have become associated with the process. Commonly administered inhalation or massage, aromatherapy such as essential oils, candles, incense, lotions and the like, have become a household name in reducing stress, easing sleep process, aiding sensual harmony while relaxing sore and tires muscles.

USING THE RIGHT AROMATHERAPY ACCESSORIES

Being an art and science of using pure plant extracts or essential oils in relaxing, balancing, and rejuvenating a person’s body, mind, as well as the spirit, aromatherapy is also now valued for having holistic qualities and nature that are proven to effective in certain conditions and for self-care.

In order to achieve the maximum of aromatherapy oils and aromatherapy candles, various accessories were created to aid in the process of healing. One of the most in demand products associated with aromatherapy today is aromatherapy diffusers and oil nebulizers. 

Aside from visiting various aromatherapy stores, surfing the Internet is one of the effective ways of finding the perfect aromatherapy diffusers for you. By surfing the net, you can find great selections of quality essential oil diffusers or aromatherapy diffusers at great prices.
Aside from aromatherapy diffusers, you can also find great selections of aromatherapy fan diffusers, nebulizing diffusers, tea candle diffusers, lamp ring diffusers, car diffusers, essential oil diffusers, nebulizers, essential oil burners, aromatherapy burners, essential oil warmers, aromatherapy and other aromatherapy accessories.

Experts such aromatherapists, massage therapists, spa owners, and healing arts practitioners say that it is more agreeable to aromatherapy diffusers that use no heat compared to those that uses heat. This is to ensure the quality of the scent diffused by the aromatherapy essential oils. The following are just some of the aromatherapy diffusers available in the market today.

1. Aromatherapy Inhaler. This refers to eth high quality and sleek aromatherapy diffuser that is usually available in various colors. This is quite handy and you can even put it in your bag or purse.

This kind of aromatherapy diffuser can separate itself into four pieces to enable easy filling. This kind of aromatherapy diffuser is a quite convenient way to take aromatherapy especially for people on the go.

Aromatherapy inhalers also come in plastic packs where you can place tiny drops of aromatherapy essential oil. You can also bring it whenever you go and you can easily benefit from power of aromatherapy oils whenever you want it.

2. Aromatherapy diffuser for Tea Candle. If you want you aromatherapy diffuser to be unique, opt for diffusers that use agate slab as a base.

This unique design of aromatherapy diffuser also completes the mood for total relaxation and is also economical because you just have to use a couple drops of pure therapeutic essential oils and combine it with water in the reservoir. It creates a slower and longer lasting diffusion that you can enjoy.

3. Aromatherapy diffuser and nebulizer with or without timer. This of aromatherapy diffuser is perfect for people who need to cover more space than a regular model aromatherapy diffuser.

This diffuser can also be used non-stop and can last for over 24 hours of use. Since there is no possibility of over-saturation, the use of this aromatherapy diffuser will result to a more enjoyable and healthy surroundings.

These are just some kinds of aromatherapy diffusers available in the market. Just remember that when you purchase any aromatherapy diffuser, you will use therapeutic grade aromatherapy essential oils or candles so you will achieve greater results.

 

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December 24, 2010

Hair Loss Products Range To Match Any Hair And Personality Type

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loss affects many people and there are some interesting approaches to fighting the common medical condition often referred to as androgenic alopecia. Once age related loss begins making its appearance, people fear that with the speed they are losing their , they might soon become bald. Depression and self-guilt can arise from the anxiety caused by the increasing loss shedding. For a long time there have not been many viable options to people going loss and often think nothing can be done. Recent advancements in loss research and scientific experiments have helped develop new approaches to loss and going bald. The drug minoxidil was hailed as the miracle when it was released under the trademarked name Rogaine. The FDA approved loss product has become the number one selling treatment for androgenic alopecia in America.

Many people prefer natural or organic focused attention on their hair loss and a growing demand for natural hair loss is providing new for consumers. Hair loss is often thought to be due to the build up a chemical called dihydrotestosterone (DHT) which is a derivative of testosterone a natural occurring hormone that has many effects in the body. Saw palmetto a natural growing plant originating in Florida has been shown to interact with the DHT enzyme reaction at the hair follicle to possibly help stop hair loss.

Natural remedies to cure baldness are highly effective and there are no side effects of them on you. Other medical drugs use strong chemicals which harm our hair in more than one way but in the natural cure for baldness all the medicines given to you will be made from organic substances.

A growing area of hair loss research is the use of for hair loss. The oils in this method are obtained from cedar wood, bay, lemon, jojoba, lavender, grapefruit, and rosemary. The massage of these oils into the scalp is the basic step of cure. When the oils are absorbed in the scalp, it helps in re-growth of the hair. There are even certain herbal solutions like honey, aloe, mulberries, and Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) which are believed to be the best natural for baldness. These treatments are effective only if they are taken under the guidance of a professional. In Ayurveda all these herbal solutions are used along with the massage therapy.

There are many products and supplements that are beneficial to hair loss and with the increasingly researched area of medicine involving androgenic alopecia, there are sure to be many more new focus on this growing area will lead to many more advancements in science and treating natural hair loss products.

Official author and natural hair loss expert. Natural hair loss treatments, prevention, dht, and alopecia reviews, stories, and studies can be found at Zenagen natural hair loss shampoo website.

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October 29, 2010

The Toe Nail Fungus Cure: Finding The Best

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When it comes to the best toe nail fungus , natural methods are the best possible option. The natural methods of is considered to be better than medications since they don’t have adverse side effects, are readily available, as well as cheap. You can even get the ingredients for the from the local supermarket. But there are some treatments that may only work on some people; on some people it may not. Worse, it might to some other complications since the toe nail fungi may spread around the feet or even to other parts of the body.

Most toe nail fungus remedies have been discovered by people accident, or even by trial and error. A lot of people have shared their experiences with these with other people until a lot of people have also discovered that it works with them too. Here are some popular and most effective natural toe nail fungus :

1. Apple Cider and Vinegar – If you are searching for a , natural materials such as apple cider vinegar, as well as tea tree oil are the most popular ingredients. You soak your toes in a containing these ingredients. You’ll see a difference in a couple of weeks, but it will take a lot of months to be finally rid of it.

2. Using Natural Oils – Other toe nail fungus cure natural materials are clove oil, lavender oil, red rosemary oils, lemongrass oil, and Epsom salts. These have antifungal as well as antibiotic properties, so they will help contain the toe nail fungus.

3. Household Solutions – Household materials such as Listerine, Hydrogen Peroxide and Vicks vapor rub have been also shared by a lot of people as other effective cures. Some have even reported that their nail fungus have disappeared only a few days since they’ve tried these alternative cures. They mix these ingredients with water and then soak their toes in it for around 30 minutes a day. Though household materials, these don’t pose any threats like prescription medicines. By the way, a lot of prescription medicines can cause damage to the liver, so be careful in using them.

4. Pepper – Many people are also recommending cayenne pepper as well as coconut oil as a toe nail fungus cure (natural method). It will take several months for the fungus to completely disappear, but if one takes precautionary measures such as wearing sandals more often and avoiding moist environments for the feet, this will speed up the treatment.

5. Zetaclear – There are also available that are made of all-natural materials that are proven to cure toe nail fungus. Examples of which are zetaclear. Their key ingredients include tea tree oil, lavender oil and clove oil, which are nature’s antibiotics.

6. Urine Therapy – Urine therapy is another promising natural cure for toe nail fungus. One has to drink around 3 cups of one’s own urine in the morning. The results come in just a couple of days, most have reported. Urine therapy has a lot of aside from curing toe nail fungus. One can research more about it and discover its different .

If you are looking for a toe nail fungus cure, natural means are the best way to go. Though they may take different healing times, you can be assured that you are safe as well as you can save on the costs since they are readily available.

Know more about the best nail fungus medications. Check out your nail fungus treatment guide online.

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October 17, 2010

Do I Really Have To Take Chemical Medicines For My Yeast Infections?

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There may be many times in a woman’s life that she experiences infections and while this may be a common occurrence, there is no reason why she has to continue to suffer them. You can go to any grocery store and find relief in the drug isle and while that may not be unexpected it could be surprising to find that are all natural in other parts of the store for a fraction of the cost.

I had a few criteria for considering any natural options for my yeast infections. I wanted to make sure that they were safe and had been proven to work as well as not being expensive. I had to make sure too that I wouldn’t have to travel that far to get a hold of anything that I may need for the . But my main concern was that no matter what I needed not just quick relief but permanent relief.

Yogurt is apparently one of the best natural treatments that you can use for yeast infections. I was actually surprised by this. But it is important to note that you need to use yogurt without any sugar in it at all. If you should accidentally use yogurt with sugar be prepared for one of the worst infections that you have ever had! Yeast love sugar and will grow extremely quickly.

If you are going to use yogurt for your yeast then you have three different ways that you can do it. For problems that are internal take a tampon with some yogurt coating it and put it in your vagina. When your issues are on the outside you could smooth some onto the skin surrounding the area. Finally if you are looking for a preventive measure just try to eat some everyday.

Finally you could wash with apple cider vinegar. You do this by using a mixture of vinegar and water, then take a soft cloth and wash the affected skin. Or you have the option of taking a very warm bath and pouring in two cups of the vinegar.

For more info on how to deal with , check out our Yeast Infection Symptoms website, where you can find plenty of information on the subject. Today’s special: Chronic Yeast Infections

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