#Best natural remedies for coughs and colds

[fitlifefables]

A Godsend for Every Household: My Experience with "The Doctor's Book of Survival Home Remedies"

Living in a busy household with young children, minor ailments seem like a constant companion. Scrapes, coughs, and upset stomachs can quickly disrupt the day's flow. While I believe in modern medicine, I also appreciate the power of natural remedies for common issues. That's why I decided to invest in "The Doctor's Book of Survival Home Remedies," and I'm so glad I did.

Empowering Knowledge at Your Fingertips

One of the first things that impressed me about "The Doctor's Book of Survival Home Remedies" was its clear and concise approach. The book is well-organized, with sections dedicated to specific ailments. Each entry provides a brief overview of the condition, followed by a range of home remedy options. The book doesn't shy away from medical explanations, but it delivers them in a way that's easy to understand, even for someone without a medical background. This empowers you to make informed decisions about your health and the use of these remedies.

Simple Ingredients, Powerful Results

What truly sets "The Doctor's Book of Survival Home Remedies" apart is its focus on readily available ingredients. The remedies rely on common household items like honey, ginger, and baking soda. This makes them incredibly accessible – no need to hunt down obscure ingredients at specialty stores. Within the book, you'll find solutions for everything from a sore throat gargle made with warm salt water and lemon to a calming chamomile tea for an upset stomach. I've tried several remedies myself, and to my surprise, they've been remarkably effective. My children also enjoyed the honey and lemon cough syrup, which made soothing their coughs a much less stressful experience.

A Preventative Approach to Health

"The Doctor's Book of Survival Home Remedies" goes beyond just treating ailments; it also offers valuable advice on prevention. The book includes sections on building a natural first-aid kit and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. These proactive approaches have been particularly helpful. For instance, I've learned how to make a natural hand sanitizer using essential oils, which has come in handy when we're out and about and need a quick clean.

A Reliable Companion for Every Family

"The Doctor's Book of Survival Home Remedies" has become a staple in our household. It's a reliable resource that offers peace of mind when minor illnesses arise. Whether it's a quick reference for a soothing remedy or a guide to building a natural first-aid kit, this book has everything you need to take charge of your family's well-being. If you're looking for a practical and empowering guide to natural home remedies, I highly recommend "The Doctor's Book of Survival Home Remedies." It's a valuable addition to any family's bookshelf.

[stevenspacil]

Natural Remedies for Cold and Flu Season

When the cold and flu season rolls around, many of us search for ways to boost immunity and alleviate symptoms naturally. While modern medicine offers effective treatments, incorporating natural remedies can complement your recovery journey. Here are some tried-and-true methods to help you stay well or recover faster: 1. Stay Hydrated Proper hydration is crucial when battling a cold or flu.…

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Writing Notes: Herbal Remedies

References (Capsules & Powders; Compresses & Lotions; Creams; Decoctions; Infused Oils; Infusions; Ointments; Poultices; Syrups; Tinctures; Tonic Wines; Other Preparations)

CAPSULES & POWDERS

Powdered herbs are most easily taken as capsules but can be sprinkled on food or taken with water.

Externally, they can be applied as a dusting powder to the skin or mixed with tinctures as a poultice.

COMPRESSES & LOTIONS

Lotions are water-based herbal preparations such as infusions, decoctions, or diluted tinctures that are used to bathe inflamed or irritated skin.

Compresses are cloths soaked in a lotion and held against the skin.

Both are simple ways to use herbs externally and can be very effective in relieving swelling, bruising, and pain, soothing inflammation and headaches, and cooling fevers.

CREAMS

Making a cream involves combining oil or fat and water in an emulsion. If the process is rushed, the oil and water may separate.

Unlike ointments, creams blend with the skin and have the advantage of being cooling and soothing while at the same time allowing the skin to breathe and sweat naturally.

They can, however, deteriorate quite quickly and are best stored in dark, airtight jars in a refrigerator.

DECOCTIONS

Roots, bark, twigs, and berries usually require a more forceful treatment than leaves or flowers to extract their medicinal constituents. A decoction involves simmering these tougher parts in boiling water.

Fresh or dried plant material may be used and should be cut or broken into small pieces before decocting. Like infusions, decoctions can be taken hot or cold.

INFUSED OILS

Infusing an herb in oil allows its active, fat-soluble ingredients to be extracted; hot infused oils are simmered, while cold infused oils are heated naturally by the sun.

Both types of oil can be used externally as massage oils or added to creams and ointments.

Infused oil should not be confused with essential oil, which is an active constituent naturally present in a plant and has specific medicinal properties and a distinct aroma.

Essential oil may be added to an infused oil to increase its medicinal efficacy

INFUSIONS

An infusion is the simplest way to prepare the more delicate aerial parts of plants, especially leaves and flowers, for use as a medicine or as a revitalizing or relaxing drink.

It is made in a similar way to tea, using either a single herb or a combination of herbs, and may be drunk hot or cold.

OINTMENTS

Ointments contain oils or fats heated with herbs and, unlike creams, contain no water. As a result, ointments form a separate layer on the surface of the skin.

They protect against injury or inflammation of damaged skin and carry active medicinal constituents, such as essential oils, to the affected area.

Useful in conditions such as hemorrhoids or where protection is needed from moisture, as in chapped lips and diaper rash.

POULTICES

A poultice is a mixture of fresh, dried, or powdered herbs that is applied to an affected area.

Used to ease nerve or muscle pains, sprains, or broken bones, and to draw pus from infected wounds, ulcers, or boils.

SYRUPS

Honey and unrefined sugar are effective preservatives.

Can be combined with infusions or decoctions to make syrups and cordials.

They have the additional benefit of having a soothing action, and therefore make a perfect vehicle for cough mixtures as well as relieving sore throats.

With their sweet taste, syrups can disguise the taste of unpalatable herbs and are therefore greatly appreciated by children.

TINCTURES

Tinctures are made by soaking an herb in alcohol. This encourages the active plant constituents to dissolve, giving tinctures a relatively stronger action than infusions or decoctions.

They are convenient to use and last up to 2 years.

Tinctures can be made using a jug and a jelly bag, instead of a wine press. Although mainly used in European, American, and Australian herbal medicine, tinctures play a part in most herbal traditions.

TONIC WINES

Tonic wines are an agreeable way to take strengthening and tonic herbs to increase vitality and improve digestion.

Neither strictly medicinal, nor simply appealing to the palate, they are easy to prepare at home.

Made by steeping tonic herbs in red or white wine for several weeks.

OTHER PREPARATIONS

Steam Inhalations

Steam inhalations are an effective way to clear congestion and relieve sinusitis, hay fever, and bronchial asthma.

The combination of steam and antiseptic ingredients clears the airways throughout the respiratory system.

Gargles & Mouthwashes

Gargles and mouthwashes usually contain astringent herbs, which tighten the mucous membranes of the mouth and throat.

As gargles and mouthwashes are made from infusions, decoctions, or diluted tinctures, they can generally be swallowed for internal treatment. Ensure you do not exceed the daily internal dose of an herb.

Pessaries & Suppositories

Pessaries and suppositories are waxy pellets containing essential oil or fine powder.

They are used when oral medicine is likely to be broken down during digestion before reaching its intended site.

Pessaries are inserted into the vagina and suppositories into the anus, where they melt at body temperature.

The herb is quickly absorbed into the bloodstream, providing fast relief. It is best to buy ready-made suppositories.

Essential Oils

Essential oils can be used in massage to soothe minor aches and pains.

Before use, they should be diluted with a carrier oil as they can irritate the skin.

Essential oils deteriorate rapidly after dilution, so it is best to mix small quantities as you need them.

Baths & Skin Washes

Herbal baths and skin washes can relieve many conditions, including aching limbs and stuffy sinuses.

They are made from diluted essential oils or infusions.

Eyebaths soothe sore, inflamed, or irritated eyes.

Cold Macerations

Heat destroys the active constituents of some herbs.

Thus, a cold maceration might be more appropriate than a decoction.

Juices

The juices extracted from many herbs.

Can be taken internally or applied externally.

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[moutainrusing]

saltwater

230 words, @wolfstarmicrofic

“Urgh,” Sirius groaned, his nose blocked and his throat dry.

Remus coughed, “I hate this.���

“Make it better.”

Remus grumbled and sniffed, slowly rising to his feet and hobbling to the kitchen cabinets. He pulled out the kettle and boiled some water. He then poured the water into two mugs and tipped a spoonful of salt into each, stirring them with a fork.

“Saltwater rinse,” he gestured to the mugs.

Sirius shuffled towards him and croaked, “What?”

Remus cleared his throat, and a passionate glint shone in his eyes. Sirius smiled despite his awful cold when Remus began enthusiastically lecturing, “Saltwater’s a natural remedy for sore throats. Salt dissolves better in warm water, and warmth is also good for destroying germs and heating you up. The fork has multiple prongs, better at dissolving than a spoon.”

Remus picked up his mug, took a gulp, but didn’t swallow; he held it in his throat and gargled, then spat it out in the sink. He smiled, and his voice sounded clearer, “See that? You take a large sip, gargle it in your throat, and spit it out. Excess salt is bad for you, so don’t go drinking this, alright?”

Sirius nodded, and tried following Remus’s example. He choked a bit, but after spitting it out, he beamed. “Moony, you’re the best.”

“Mm, you can make the next batch now. We’ll need lots.”

[aller-geez]

C:\KANAI\system32\emotions.exe

an oc snz fic ♡︎

WOW would you look at that? I finally finished my Kanai fic that is meant to directly chronologically follow @thekinkyleopard ‘s fic, (found here) and it didn’t even take me a whole month to write this time •ﻌ•

Fic includes 7.5k words snzing ofc from a miserably sick Kanai, Alistar being an ass until he’s not, Drae being sweet, some swearing, and one mention of nausea to anyone trying to avoid that~ (❀❛ ֊ ❛„) ♡⃛ @thekinkyleopard also owns Alistar ⋆.˚

Pls enjoy~ ⋆⭒˚｡⋆ 𓁹‿𓁹

Kanai prided himself on never indulging in the luxury of a mid-day nap. Every time he gave in, it was like willingly stepping into a suffocating fog that drained the life from his body. The consequences were always the same - sluggishness and a lack of productivity - and for someone as driven and determined as him, this was simply unacceptable.

His daily routine was meticulously planned out, down to the minute, and he followed it like a well-oiled machine without question. Draeko had once described him as "obsessive… even maybe a little compulsive…" in his strict adherence to his schedule.

But today, Kanai's unexpected slumber was shattered by the jarring chime of the doorbell followed by the frantic whispers from his housemates, scolding each other for not telling the delivery driver to avoid ringing the bell. With an irritated grunt muffled against his bony forearm that was stuffed under his head, Kanai shifted in his seat slightly, still not conscious enough to register when or where he happened to be sleeping.

Only a few moments pass before the hellhound's body convulses with a sudden jolt, his muscles screaming in protest as he struggledto move. With one eye forced open against the heavy fog of exhaustion, he surveys his bedroom, his heart racing with confusion. An unfamiliar itchy tightness within his thin chest forced Kanai to cough into his shoulder a few times; at first they were just dry, ticklish coughs that could be easily explained by a dry throat after waking up, or plain old allergies, but each time he would finally feel like he had managed to get rid of the irritation, his breath would catch desperately in his throat on an unassuming inhale and send him sputtering another string of increasingly deep, harsh coughs down towards his lap. Kanai's chest rises and falls erratically with each cough, his blank expression ever so slightly contorting in discomfort.

Panicked, the hellion sat up as straight as possible in the heavy padded leather office chair he sat in, and clutched at his chest as more violent coughs wracked his body. The exhaustion from his unanticipated nap was quickly replaced with fear as he struggled to catch his breath. This wasn't normal for him - he never got sick… Unless of course, the red headed demon that he called his best friend decided to bring home another cold to share like he decided to do every so often.

The hellion was fortunate to be almost immune to illnesses the mutt picked up, however, as his natural body temperature was too high for most normal pathogens to survive.

However, no one in the house had been sick recently…

As the coughing fit finally subsided, Kanai took in deep gulps of air and tried to calm himself down. Although while trying to catch his breath, the hound was made painfully aware of the thick obstruction within his sinuses that stretched up behind his eyes and down into his throat, to which he sighed deeply, a small wheeze turning up the tail end of it.

Out of all of the symptoms that came with an earthly illness, his nose being stuffed and swollen was definitely Kanai’s least favorite. He could deal with the sneezing; after being on earth for almost a year, he had honestly got accustomed to the involuntary action and Draeko usually always had some sort of home remedy or trick to minimize any symptoms. Coughing was a little worse, but nothing he couldn’t tough through.

But a completely blocked nose that can never decide if it wants to be runny or not, keeping you on the edge of your seat with a tissue or at least a sleeve available to catch any stray moisture that may escape, and every small tilt of your head would result in the wet cement shifting in your sinus cavity like the sand within an hourglass… That was Kanai’s version of hell…

The hound tried a testing sniff, only to find not even a molecule of oxygen would be able to get through the congestion that had packed itself tightly into his face. With an even more defeated sigh and a small wiggle of his heavily pierced nose, which by this time was dusted with a very soft shade of pink, he willed his dual colored eyes to focus on his surroundings.

The room was ablaze with blinding light from both overhead fixtures, a strange contrast to the usual darkness preferred by the hound.

Looking down towards his lap, it suddenly occurred to him that he was— or at least had been before being overcome by such an intense coughing fit— splayed out on his rather expensive leather office chair and draped across the top of the huge, very meticulously organized desk.

Every cord that ran from his computer or other electronics was precisely rolled up and secured with a small, color-coded tie. The organized bundles hung in perfect alignment on the wall behind his desk, surrounded by an array of sleek, modern bins and organizers. Each compartment was labeled with a specific purpose and everything had its designated place. The hound, a stickler for detail, even had his paper clips sorted by color in a small plastic drawer. Not a single pen could be found out of place on the smooth surface of his desk. It was a model of efficiency and order, a reflection of his meticulous personality.

A psychology textbook lay open on the desk in front of him, its pages taunting him with clear descriptions of the spectrum of emotions and what he so desperately wanted to understand. He checked it out from the library as a distraction from their disastrous trip to the beach, but even now it couldn't keep his attention. Honestly, Kanai couldn’t stop replaying the day before over and over in his head— how he had lost his shit and even broke down sobbing to his best friend over seemingly nothing while they tried to enjoy a very wet, and miserable first trip to the beach.

—Something that’s he should have avoided by just checking the weather beforehand had he not been so scatterbrained recently.

The notebook next to it was filled with jumbled scribbles of notes that started off neat and organized before descending into chaos.

The hound couldn't remember anything after reading the page that lay open on the desk. Had he fallen asleep? But in broad daylight? That didn't make sense. The dark line scrawled across the page from the final word only added to his confusion. He’d never fallen asleep while writing before either..

As a hellhound, he prided himself on being strong and in control, but now he felt lost and vulnerable. How could something as simple as reading turn into such an impossible feat? He wasn't used to feeling conflicted, and it was disorienting to say the least.

With an extremely waterlogged snuffle that failed to dislodge any of the slime within his airways, Kanai was again choked off by another fit of strong coughs that left him breathless afterward. The ailing hound just hung his head in his hands and groaned softly. He did NOT feel well…

“….Do you think that woke up Nai?” Draeko whispered cautiously to the redhead that stood beside him in the hallway, clutching two large pizza boxes tightly in his blackened hands.

Alistar shrugged, tossing a nonchalant glance towards the hounds door that sat cracked open a few inches.

“Dunno. Go find out? Tell ‘em we got ‘za.” The redhead responded simply, already turning to make his way towards the kitchen to stuff his face with pizza before the desperate, barking cough from Kanai’s room stopped him in his tracks.

Shooting a wide eyed glance towards the other, the mutt returned the same look before mouthing “yikes..” while shaking his head.

As the two stood together in silence in the hallway, listening for more signs of life from the hellhound’s room, a sultry smirk began to twist into the demon’s features.

“He always knows just what I need to unwind after a hard week~ he didn’t need to bring home a cold just for little ol’ me~” Alistar mewled quietly, spinning in place once with excitement before Draeko smacked the back his head with an open palm. The demon flew back around quickly to be face to face with the pastel mutt who furrowed his brow.

“I’m sure he didn’t get sick FOR you, Al. You and I both know how much Nai hates being sick… so please try to take it easy on him, okay? That cough sounds pretty bad..”

Alistar scoffed and waved one of his blackened hands dismissively towards the other, his other hand firmly on the outer most sides of the pizza boxes to hold them up against his body. Draeko rolled his eyes with a huff.

“Well, after you put the pizza down, can you at least grab a pillow and a bunch of blankets from the cabinet and put ‘em on the couch for Nai? Im gonna try to get him up so I can keep an eye on him.” The mutt’s entire demeanor had changed to one with more authority and confidence as he assumed his role as the hound’s caretaker, and began to go down a mental check list of items he could give Kanai to help him feel better.

Rolling his bright crimson eyes, the demon threw his head back and sighed dramatically at the simple request. “Ugh, fine. Whatever, I’ll figure it out.” The redhead hissed softly as he trudged down the hallway to their kitchen, tucking away both boxes of pizza securely onto their counter top before beginning his search for the requested supplies.

Even if the door to Kanai’s room wasn’t completely closed, Draeko still rapped his knuckles against the wooden door softly. “Hey, Nai? You up yet?” The hybrid called out in a low, gentle tone.

After a few seconds of quiet shuffling sounds from within the hounds room, a hoarse reply with its consonants more than rounded from thick congestion finally came from behind the door and was quickly trailed by a wet sniffle. “I amb.”

With a warm, gentle smile, Draeko pushed open the hellions bedroom door to find Kanai still sitting right where the mutt had last seen him a few hours prior.

As he slowly turned towards the door to make eye contact with the mutt, the look of utter exhaustion written on the hounds features made the hybrid’s expression twist into an empathetic frown as he crossed the bedroom to sit on the corner of the bed facing the other.

“Awh, I was going to say ‘good morning, sleepy head!’ but it doesn’t look like you’re having the best time in here.” Draeko mewled softly, brushing the hound’s slightly damp navy blue strands of hair from his forehead.

Kanai replied with a completely waterlogged sniffle, his vacant gaze shifting to settle on the hybrid in front of him.

“It is also ndot bordi’g, Luciftias.” He replied flatly, to which Drae chuckled as he shook his head.

Without a chance to respond, Kanai's typical stoic expression was replaced with a distant gaze as his blackened eyes suddenly began to squint, brimming with tears. His head slowly tilted backwards as his eyebrows knit together on his forehead, his chest shivering beneath the hoodie that clung to his damp skin. His pierced nostrils flared helplessly in irritation before he snapped forward, unleashing two powerful, uncovered sneezes.

"hh'KSHHh'hieww!! Hih— huh'KIISSHH'ah!" The hellhound's sneezes were directed towards his desk, leaving behind a trail of saliva on its dark wooden surface. He let out a few strained coughs before leaning back, wincing at the sensation in his throat. Caught off guard, he made no attempt to cover the sneezes that exploded from his face and instead, he just slurped back a soupy sniffle that made the mutt visibly cringe.

“Bless you, Nai, shit. You sound horrible..” Draeko's voice was filled with concern as he took in the other's appearance. His eyes traced over Kanai's flushed face and sweat-dampened hair. Raising the back of his hand to the other’s cheek, the hybrid’s brow furrowed at the increased amount of heat radiating from his grey skin. The warmth seeping through his palm made him worry for the hound’s well-being.

“I think you have a fever…” Drae hummed between his pursed lips as he rocked back onto his other foot to get a better overall view of his house mate, his frown deepening.

Kanai’s expression remained unchanged as he nearly scoffed at the suggestion with a small shake of his head, but instantly his features were again snatched up in desperation before he could utter a response.

“Hhh—! hh’KTishhh’yiew!” The hellhound sneezed forcefully again, misting the air in front of him with virus laden saliva before another string of raspy coughs clawed their way from his chest. The mutt recoiled slightly, but quickly corrected himself by letting his hand rest gently against the hellions back, his fingertips lovingly ghosting across the damp fabric of his hoodie.

After a moment, Kanai was able to muffle the ticklish feeling within his lungs and he cleared his throat before his rebuttal.

“Do dot worry yourself, Luciftias…” he panted with a new rasp to his already scratchy voice. Slowly willing his lanky body to a standing position, the hound had to steady himself on the side of his desk as the room swam around him. Draeko almost reached out to steady him but decided against it, concern clearly written on his face.

“Careful, Nai…”

"I abm dnot idfirmb." Kanai spoke through gritted teeth, his consonants rounded with congestion. His heterochromatic eyes drooped as his body leaned against the desk, exhausted just from the effort it took to stay upright. "It is just... a mbere cold, Luciftias… onde that I will e’ddure." He coughed once, violently, and the sound echoed around the room, making Draeko wince again.

“Why don’t you at least come out and try to eat some pizza with Al and me?," Draeko suggested gently with an encouraging smile, reaching out to place a hand on Kanai's shoulder. The hybrid felt him shiver beneath the material of his shirt, like a shudder running through his entire body despite it not being visible from the outside. "Let me take care of you..."

Kanai stared at him with tired eyes before slowly straightening to his full height again and clearing his throat into a clenched fist. The rain outside picked up suddenly and pattered against the window behind Draeko, casting a misty gray light over them both.

With a defeated sigh, Kanai nodded his agreement. It would do him well to get some nutrients and warmth, and it couldn't hurt to simply sit with the others; as much as he didn’t want to admit it, he wanted the company. He knew the pet was worried for him, even if he insisted he was just dealing with a cold. Despite feeling weak and drained, he knew that he should eat something to keep up his strength.

The hound allowed himself to be guided slowly towards the door, picking up his phone on the way and shoving it into a pocket of his sweatpants. He swayed unsteadily for a moment before grabbing onto Draeko's arm for support, not wanting to fall over. The hybrid glanced at him worriedly but didn't say anything, simply nod his encouragement and following along as Kanai lumbered down the stairs to find Al waiting by the pizza boxes on the kitchen counter.

Well— not so much waiting…

The demon leaned his hip against the counter over the boxes with his phone in one hand, a half eaten slice of pizza in the other. He chewed on a mouthful loudly while scrolling through some random social media feed until his attention was captured by his housemates.

“Hey! Look what the mutt dragged in!” Alistar cheered, extending the half eaten slice in his hand towards the two as they shuffled in. His ruby eyes glanced over them both curiously as they entered, his brow furrowing slightly and his grin disappearing when he noticed how Kanai moved.

“Al! I told you not to call me that!” The hybrid cried, placing another well deserved smack against the back of the hellion’s head when he was close enough.

"Uncle Fucking Christ, when did you get so violent?” The redhead chuckled, carelessly discarding his phone to rub the sore spot on the back of his head.

Ignoring the demon’s jeers, Drae sighed in frustration and shook his head before turning to address the hellhound that stood statuesque behind him now.

“You doing okay?” The hybrid’s lips curled into a gentle empathetic smile as he reached out to squeeze the other’s arm in reassurance.

Kanai, who’s vacant gaze was fixed on a random spot on the counter, nodded slowly, his lips parted slightly as he was forced to mouth breathe. With another dangerously waterlogged sniffle, the hound swallowed. He knew if he were to try to respond with anything more, he would simply be choked off by another fit of harsh coughs that even now, threatened to clamber up his throat.

“What fuckin gives?," Alistar asked callously, annoyed by the damper in the mood. He was already back to scrolling on his phone, stuffing another bite of pizza into his open mouth without looking up from his screen.

“He’s sick, Alistar… it’s bad this time…”

He honestly couldn’t understand why his best friend wasn’t celebrating over his illness; not only did it feel AMAZING, (not to mention the incredible sex…), but because of their high body temperatures and infernal immune systems, neither of them got to experience mortal illnesses very often. Shit, Kanai should be STOKED about such an opportunity to dive deeper into his pathogen research. Alistar wouldn’t squander such an amazing turn of events, that’s for sure. He was so fucking ungratef—

“Hhh— HEH'kkssshuuh!! Eh'kgsssshihh! Hhah—! hah’KSHHh’iiew! hhH’KIISSHH’ue!!” The previously silent hellion suddenly veered to the side, burying his face into the crook of his elbow just in time to contain his sneezes, before a thick, deep cough proceeded to once again steal the breath from his lungs.

Ripped from his thoughts by the sudden violent sneezes, the redheads lips turned up into a smirk and he eyed his best friend up and down slowly. See, this is exactly what he was talking about… What kind of crazy person could hate that?

Draeko rubbed up and down Kanai’s back until the other managed to get his breathing back to a normal pattern, although the hound couldn’t bare to return the mutt’s gaze in fear of seeing his big dual colored eyes filled with concern and sadness for his current state.

“Now you’re speakin’ my language, buddy!” Alistar cheered, once again raising the slice of pizza in his hand like a toast before taking a massive bite, chewing loudly again.

Draeko cringed at the sound of Alistar’s obnoxious chomping, but he tried his best to swallow his annoyance as he knew it would only egg the demon on and encourage him. With a forced exhale, the smaller male turned completely around so his back was towards Al, and the hellhound had all of his attention.

Kanai’s blank expression remained the same as always, however Draeko knew his well enough to see how truly run down and crappy his mate must feel. His naturally grey skin had somehow less saturation now, except in his face. The hounds black scleras were shadowed with dark purple circles, and his cheeks, nose and forehead all were dusted in a shade of pink that was almost never seen on the hellion’s complexion. He just looked like a sad puppy and it broke the hybrid’s heart to see.

“Just ignore him, okay? Here, let’s go sit on the couch… Maybe we can play some Untitled Goose Game to try and help you feel better?” Draeko offered with another gentle smile, wrapping his arms around the other in a loving embrace.

Kanai felt almost like he was in a dream, like nothing felt real except the ever present clogged feeling in his entire head, as if someone had packed as much cotton within his skull as they could, and of course, the constant buzzing within his sensitive nose.

Usually, the suggestion of playing the hellhound’s favorite game would be enough to shake any ailment he was facing, but when his response was only a nod and a few tired blinks, Draeko felt worry begin to burn brightly within his chest. He really must feel absolutely awful if a game of logic that you get to play as a cheeky goose didn’t shake his near catatonic state.

The mutt tossed a glance at Alistar, who despite his own selfish intentions also seemed to pick up on hounds disinterest and decided to keep his comments to himself, stuffing the last of his pizza crust into his mouth.

Kanai let himself be guided to the largest couch in the living room, Draeko's fingers resting lightly on his shoulder. The pillows and blankets that he had asked Alistar to put out for Kanai were where he was asked to leave them, however, they all laid in a huge tangled mass over the arm instead of being spread out over the cushions. With another frustrated sigh, the hybrid shook his head and simply scooted the pile of bedding over to give his mate plenty of space to sit how he felt comfortable.

The hound leaned heavily against the back of the couch as he sat down, his breathing labored but trying to keep himself together. He could feel Draeko watching him, his gaze full of concern, but also an underlying need to care for and protect him. It was reassuring - a feeling he hadn't ever experienced.

As he settled into his usual seat, his eyes flickered to the boxes of pizza that Alistar proceeded to set on the coffee table in front of him, and instinctively he tried to take a deep breath through his nose. Despite the clogged state of his sinuses, he managed to detect the scents of the tomato sauce, cheese and garlic. It made him even more nauseous than he had been before, but he felt it would be rude to refuse food when Draeko was trying so hard to be of help. He picked up a slice with trembling fingers and brought it close to his lips, taking a small bite that nearly made him gag. The taste was alien: tangy and hot, burning its way down his throat. He closed his eyes as he chewed slowly, the texture thick and stringy in his mouth like glue before he swallowed hard. Another coughing fit seized him afterward, forcing out a soft "fuck" from his cracked lips when he eventually caught his breath.

Kanai felt his temperature spike, his cheeks flushing as he opened his eyes to find Draeko's concerned gaze locked onto him.

"You are worryigg yourself too mbuch, agaidn, Luciftias," he croaked out, tears prickling at the corners of his eyes. The room seemed to spin around him, and he felt a wave of dizziness wash over him. His heart thudded in his chest as if it were trying to escape from his ribcage, and his head throbbed with every beat. The air seemed to shimmer around him like heat rising off of asphalt on a summer's day. "I amb dnot goigg to expire." — although truthfully, he felt as if he were already on Death’s door.

Alistar sat on the loveseat across from them, his crimson gaze locked on the hound for a few moments. The demon tried his best to brush off the sight of moisture filling his best friend’s eyes again; an occurrence that had only happened now twice in the entire 2000 some odd years that their friendship had existed. The redhead didn’t want to admit to himself, or anyone for that matter, how much the sudden show of emotion from Kanai the past few days concerned him, as he had never even had to ponder the thought of something happening to his companion.

They were immortal for fuck sake. So he would always have Kanai following him around like the little sidekick he had always been, despite the hound being a few hundred years older than Alistar. — Right?

He couldn't help but notice how thin and vulnerable Kanai looked in this moment - an unexpected side effect of whatever cold or flu-like illness had overtaken him so suddenly. Secretly, his black heart ached at seeing him like this; usually, he was always such a vibrant presence in their little group.

Just as the redhead ripped his attention from his sad looking friend, the very subtle flaring of Kanai’s nostrils drew his line of sight right back. He found himself unable to look away as the sensitive appendage quivered helplessly, forcing the hound to involuntarily gasp in desperation before snapping forward forcefully.

“Eh'kgsssshihh! Hhh— hh’KTishhh’yiew!! ‪hih’KKSSSHHHuh! Hihh— sndddff!! ‬hIH’IKTSHhh’uuh!” With an uncharacteristically pathetic groan, the hound smashed his pierced nostrils between his index finger and thumb, dramatically scrubbing his nose within an inch of its life to try and rid himself of the sensation.

"Nai, you okay?" Draeko asked, concerned as he watched the hound desperately try to clear his nose. The hybrid had never seen Kanai like this before, and it worried him.

"I amb finde, Luciftias," Kanai mumbled, his voice nasally and thick with congestion although he had tried to sound reassuring. "You are worryigg t-too mbuch againd..." He paused to sneeze again, his whole body convulsing as another sharp blast of air exploded from his nostrils. "Hih'kkssshh!!"

Alistar couldn't help but smirk at the sight of the usually stoic and composed hound reduced to a sneezing mess. But even as he chuckled, his concern for his friend grew. It wasn't like Kanai to become so ill— especially so suddenly.

“But you have a fever…” the hybrids voice trailed off at the end of his sentence, but Al still heard the other’s statement and audibly scoffed, leaning forward to fish a new piece of pizza from the box on the table.

“See, that’s where you’re wrong, pup. We’re from hell, fevers are impossible in these vessels~” The demon waved his fresh pizza slice in the mutt’s face, just trying to be annoying out of boredom.

By this point, Draeko was done with Al’s shit, and as soon as the demon’s food crossed into his personal bubble, he quickly slapped it from the redheads grasp, sending the slice of pepperoni pizza sliding across the floor a rather large distance with a splat of tomato sauce left at the original point of contact with the floor.

Alistar fell silent for a second, a look of disbelief written on his face as he looked back and forth between Draeko’s smug expression and the now soiled slice of pizza across the room. “—Man, what the fuck?”

“Stop fucking around and just support Kanai, Alistar… Why is that so hard for you? There’s a time and a place for that shit…” Draeko spat angrily with more venom than he had intended, however, it needed to be said.

“Damn, go off, pup.” The demon laughed dryly, shaking his head before standing up and crossing living room to where his slice of pizza flew and picking it up off of the floor with a grunt. The demon inspected both sides of the slice briefly before shrugging and taking a large bite. Draeko had him fucked up if he thought he would waste a perfectly good slice of pizza because he wanted to be bold. Alistar made his way back to his spot on the love seat before reaching for the tv remote on the other edge of the coffee table and turning on the large flat screen on the wall in front of them.

"Do you need anything?" The pastel hybrid asked, moving closer to Kanai. "I can make you some tea or get you something else to eat?”

The hound shook his head slowly. "You have mby gratitude, Luciftias… I just ndeed sombe rest."

Draeko nodded understandingly and patted the hellion's back before reaching into the box in front of him to pull out his own piece of pizza. He licked his lips hungrily, scooting back on the couch all the way before taking a sizable bite, his eyes now focused on the TV as Alistar scanned through channels in search of something to watch.

As the TV guide flickered past Saw 3, Alistar’s expression lit up with excitement, and Drae rolled his bright eyes, but decided against any kind of argument against it. One hand gently squeezed Kanai’s shoulder from behind in reassurance and the hound cleared his throat and snuffled thickly before sliding back to lay his head on the mutt’s lap.

“Here, wait—“ Draeko whispered, reaching forward to swipe one of the pillows from the pile that Alistar had brought in for Kanai and stuffed it under the other’s head, his navy blue hair that still felt slightly damp falling across the soft fabric. He sighed in content, sniffling softly as he melted into the pillow.

As the three of them settled in for the movie, Draeko leaned back into the plush cushions and let out a content sigh. He had always enjoyed spending time with the other two men, even if Alistar could be a pain in the ass sometimes and Kanai was currently out of commission. But in this moment, he couldn't help but feel grateful for their company.

Kanai, on the other hand, seemed to be struggling to stay awake as he snuggled up against the mutt’s lap. The pastel hybrid kept a close eye on him, ready to offer comfort or assistance whenever needed.

Alistar seemed to have calmed down from his earlier antics and was now fully immersed in the movie playing on the TV. The demon chuckled at some of the more brutal scenes, stretching out on the loveseat with his feet hanging over one arm and his head propped up on the other.

Draeko carded his fingers through Kanai’s hair lovingly, stopping every once in a while to gently massage the places his horns jutted from his head, and the hellhound was quickly lulled to sleep. He snored softly as he slept, his mouth hanging open in order to breathe. Occasionally the hybrid would lean forward to give him a quick, protective glance, and if needed, gently wipe away any leakage from his raw looking nose.

Time passed quickly as they watched the movie, with occasional comments or jokes thrown in by Alistar, which of course was followed by a giggle from Draeko who had to hide his face behind his hands during the more gory scenes.

A little more than halfway through the movie, the banter between the two began to slow as their eyelids got heavier, and it didn’t take long before both men were asleep, sprawled out on their respective seats with the tv blaring in the background. The light bouncing off of the screen was the only illumination throughout the whole room as the rain still pattered against the roof, setting the scene for a perfect night in…

Well, that’s not exactly how it played out for Kanai, of course…

Alistar was awoken by gasping, desperate coughing that sounded muffled by something, and in his nearly unconscious state, he tried his best to ignore the unfamiliar sound, squeezing his eyes shut and clearing his mind in order to drift back to sleep—

“H’KngxsstSH! …….hhhih—… Hnkt'KNXTuhh! ihH’ktdSHhh!”

See, now that was a sound he DID know… Well, he was awake now. Maybe he could at least finesse some head from the hellhound since they both were up… y’know, for research purposes…

With a defeated sigh, the demon peeled his ruby colored eyes open, squinting as he looked around the dark living room. He immediately noticed Kanai sitting on the very edge of the couch away from the hybrid who had completely sprawled his small body across the entire couch and had the pillow that Kanai had been using wrapped between his legs. The hound clutched one of the throw pillows that Draeko had insisted they needed a few months prior, his face pressed tightly against the fabric to muffle any involuntary noise.

“Aye— Nai. Cut that shit out, you’re gonna suffocate your vessel. Just let them out. I can’t even imagine the fiasco it would be trying to convince your dad to let you come back to earth, ESPECIALLY if your vessel ends up 6 feet under.” Alistar yawned as he sat up completely, stretching his arms above his head as his feet thudded to the hardwood floor under him.

With his face buried into the pillow in his lap and all of his focus being on staying as quiet as possible while he fought for his life against his symptoms, Kanai had been too preoccupied to notice the demon wake up, and the sound of Alistar’s voice startled him, causing him to jump a little. The sharp gasp he took because of it restarted his helpless coughing fit, the congestion in his chest rattling with every inhale.

When the hound could finally manage to take a shaky breath in without sputtering more rasping coughs, he lifted his face sadly with an unproductive, soupy snort.

“I diddt wadnt to wake Luciftias… snnddff! He will start to worry add his braind will mbake himb sick againd if he worries too mbuch, Doddnie…” The hound rasped quickly, his voice shot and crackling at every few words. The end of his sentence dissolved into a few more violent coughs, but he quickly quieted himself as Alistar’s brow furrowed, a mixture of frustration and almost… concern? written on his face.

The demon huffed softly, coming to sit beside Kanai on the couch. "Fuck that, sometimes you have to be selfish, Kanai. As both your trusted Chaperone on earth, and your best friend, I seriously can’t have you suffocating to death just to make shit easier to swallow for our mortal pet, aight?" Without thinking, he reached over and tousled the hounds damp navy locks before brushing the wild strands back out of his face with what almost more resembled a gentle smile instead of the usual coy smirk he usually wore. Catching himself quickly, Alistar scoffed to try and mask his slip up before tearing his ruby colored irises from Kanai’s intense blue and brown ones.

"How the fuck did ya even end up this sick, Nai? There definitely should be an award you get for being the first infernal being to experience a fever, pal." Alistar smirked at the other, shaking his head with disapproval.

Kanai gave the demon a weak shrug, followed by another thick sniffle and a sharp clearing of his throat. His eyes were bloodshot behind the black hue and glassy with exhaustion and the struggle to breathe; he looked about as miserable as he felt.

After a moment, the hound looked up at Alistar with a quiet plea in his gaze.

“Doddnie?”

“Wha?” The redhead turned his head slightly to look at Kanai warily.

"Could... Could you mbake mbe sombe of the pet’s leaf water? He mbade sombe when he was sick add it helped..." He whimpered softly at the raw feeling in his throat and chest as he spoke.

"...What? You mean Tea? ...Right. Okay, yeah I can do that. No problem," Alistar replied with faux confidence, slightly taken aback by the request, as the hellhound almost never asked for favors. He rose from his seated position and went to head to the kitchen, scratching his head while debating if he should google how to make tea or just wing it. He finally decided on the latter route and began loudly rifling through the cupboard in search of the item he had seen the mutt use to boil water for his own tea.

After a few minutes of clanging and cursing, Alistar emerged from the cupboard with a kettle and a couple of tea bags in hand. He filled the kettle with water and set it on the stove to boil, his mind racing as he tried to remember how long it usually took for water to boil.

Kanai watched the demon's movements with tired eyes, grateful for his help but also feeling guilty for imposing on him. It wasn't like Alistar owed him anything, and he had just rudely woken his friend up from his sleep.

"Mby Apologies, Doddnie..." Kanai whispered, coughing softly into his hand. "I shouldd't have asked..."

The redhead turned to look at him with an incredulous raised eyebrow. "Stop apologizing, alright? Just get better. Or yknow— you could always give it to me since you’re so against being blessed with such a glorious sounding illness." The demon punctuated his statement with a shrug, although his offer was dead serious.

The hound gave him a weak chuckle in response before sinking deeper into the couch cushions. Alistar looked back at the stove anxiously and tapped his black fingertips against the counter top, hoping the water would boil soon.

Finally, after what felt like an eternity, the kettle whistled and Alistar quickly turned off the stove before pouring hot water into a mug, and tucking a tea bag into it. You would never imagine he’d only half paid attention whenever he’d seen the mutt make his own tea. Dunking the bag into the water a few times started to darken the shade of the water until it slowly began to resemble the beverages his pet typically enjoyed, although he couldn’t help but feel like he was forgetting something…

The demon quickly glanced up at thier kitchen cabinet, and when he noticed the jar of honey on the shelf, he smirked confidently before snatching it from between the other various items on the shelf that the mutt enjoyed, and popping open the cap. The demon hadn’t the slightest clue how much to use, so he simply squeezed out a VERY generous amount of the viscous liquid into the mug and it quickly dissolved into the hot water. Satisfied with the outcome of his endeavor, the redhead mentally patted himself on the back before carefully carrying the hot mug over to the couch and handing it to Kanai who took it in both hands with a grateful nod.

"Be careful, dumbass, it’s hot," he warned the hellion when he saw him about to take a big gulp from his cup, chuckling softly.

Kanai nodded weakly before obeying and sipping slowly at his tea. The warm liquid soothed his throat and chest slightly as he let out a content sigh.

"Thandks..." He mumbled gratefully.

"No problem," Alistar replied nonchalantly, trying not to show how much he actually cared about his best friend’s well-being. "Just don't expect me to make you tea all the time now. I have a reputation to uphold, you know."

Kanai rolled eyes with a shake of his head and Al couldn’t help but smirk. “Do dnot worry Doddnie, I wondt tell Luciftias.” The hound gestured with his head towards Draeko who still remained asleep despite all of the noise going on around him, and Al snorted in response.

“Yeah, yeah.” He waved Kanai off with one blackened hand, a smirk on his face as he turned to make his way back into the kitchen to clean up the mess he had made while looking for the kettle. There was no way he wanted to be awoken in the morning by the mutt’s bitching about a mess he didn’t make.

The tea instantly began to soothe the hounds throat as he continued to sip on it, although after a few sips, the steam that arose from the hot beverage began to loosen the thick congestion within his sinuses, reigniting the buzzing within his nose that he had JUST gotten to die down, and his breath began to catch in his throat. Kanai tried desperately to sniff back the unbearable prickly feeling that threatened to explode out of him again, twisting and scrunching his nose helplessly, but it was no use. His chest hiked quickly twice, filling to max capacity as he gasped in preparation, before—

“hh’KTishhh’yiew!! ‪hih’KKSSSHHHuh! Huh—! ‬hh'KSHHh'hieww!! HHeHh— heh'KIISSHH'hiew!” Kanai snapped forward again weakly, just barely avoiding spilling boiling tea all over himself by slipping it onto the table in front of him. A soft whimper left the hounds lips as he straightened into his seat, the small glimmer of the hellions true self that had returned moments before quickly retreated again once he was reminded of how unwell he truly felt.

Muffling a series of sharp coughs into his hoodie sleeve, Kanai leaned his heavy head against the side of the couch, his already intensely dark eyes now slightly sunken in and framed with deep purple circles. The hound’s lanky body draped over the furniture in such a way that he looked much like a sad, wilted flower; His Navy blue hair sticking to his damp forehead and his pierced lips parted just enough to allow oxygen to pass though. After a moment of the hellion struggling to catch his breath, Kanai’s heterochromatic irises slowly lifted towards the redhead who now stood in the middle of the kitchen with his nose buried in his phone screen and he cleared his throat with a small grimace.

“Hey, Doddnie?”

The redhead lifted his head from his phone screen lazily, his bright ruby colored eyes meeting his friends vacant expression. “Sup?”

“Where are we?"

Alistar lowered his phone to his side and turned to face Kanai, leaning against the counter, and crossing his arms.

This was a game they played, but one they hadn't touched in a while. Draeko had employed it quite a bit when he needed a little help with grounding himself after a bipolar episode; if he was somewhere without Alistar or Kanai when he eventually crumbled, he’d text one of them—where are we?

And the hellions would get the text, and know it was an SOS from their pet, typically answering quickly-- “we’re at an ICP concert. They just called us up on stage” or “we’re at that museum of stars and planets (….Planetarium) that you enjoy and we’re holding hands” or even just “we’re in bed. How am I doing?” They’d go on and on, detailing a wide variety of different scenes for Draeko to imagine and distract him from his own racing thoughts.

Kanai felt dizzy and sweaty and vaguely like he was going to sneeze again, but that he might explode if he did. “Where are we?”

The corners of the demons mouth curled up into a soft smirk, the innocence of his best friend in such a state making him shake his head as he came to the couch and plopped down next to Kanai. “We’re at the aquarium you keep not so subtly sending me links for.. It’s hot. We’re walking through the building and you’re reading me every single one of those lil plaques in front of the tanks with some random ass fun fact about a weird looking ocean thing with an unpronounceable name like those Anen— Ameminy—? I don’t even fucking know.. so I’ll definitely know more about ocean shit than I will ever need or want.” The redhead threw back his head with a snort at his own humor. Al’s usual impenetrable hard outer shell seemingly melted into a puddle at the demons feet.

“Mmm.” Kanai hummed softly through a thick wall of congestion, his breath snagging on the tail end and trailed by a string of raspy coughs that bursts out immediately after, barely a breath between them.

After a moment, he took a few testing breaths, as deep as he could, and shook his head against the dizziness.

“Nai…, what’s wrong?”

The hound could feel that same prickling warmth in the corners of his eyes that he had earlier, and he desperately tried to swallow the sizable lump that had lodged itself in his throat. ‘why is this happening? Did I do something to cause this?’ Kanai asked internally.

“You didn’t like the story?” Alistar asked his best friend softly, just as unsure how to navigate the sudden near menopausal mood swings from the previously emotionless hellhound.

The hound shook his head, his eyes squeezed shut now to try and contain the moisture that pooled behind his eyelids.

“What’s wrong?” Al pushed the other’s damp navy colored hair back and the amount of heat that rose off of the other’s scalp nearly made the demon recoil in surprise. “Nai… The mutt was right, you’re fucking burning up…”

“…But where are we?” Kanai whispered.

The redhead looked at him for a minute, and Kanai wondered, panicked, what he’d said to make his best friend look so sad. But then Alistar was hugging him, holding him in a tight embrace, and everything was okay. He nuzzled into the demon’s sweatshirt and knew exactly where he was.

Home.

Thanks so much for reading this far and I hope you liked it! Helped me to scratch my every present Hellboys itch ૮ ˶ᵔ ᵕ ᵔ˶ ა any feedback you have is also very appreciated ఌ︎.

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▪️Zingiber officinale.

Ginger was cultivated and used as a spice and medicine in India and China, before historical records even begin. The earliest medical texts of both countries extensively discuss the therapeutic uses of the spice, both in fresh and dried form.

Chinese texts from the fourth century BC describe ginger as a remedy for treating stomach issues, nausea, diarrhea, cholera, toothaches, bleeding and rheumatism. Chinese herbalists also use the herb to treat various respiratory conditions, including coughs and colds. In the fifth century, Chinese sailors were using ginger’s vitamin C properties to treat scurvy on long voyages.

In India, Ayurvedic texts consider ginger to be one of the most important herbs available, to the extent of describing it as an entire medicine chest in itself. Ayurvedic practitioners prescribe ginger as a powerful digestive aid since it fuels digestive fire, whets the appetite, and clears the body’s micro-circulatory channels. This helps to improve the assimilation and transportation of nutrients to targeted body tissues. Ginger is also used in Ayurveda as a remedy for joint pain, nausea and motion sickness.

With such staggering benefits, it’s no wonder the spice has been a staple in kitchens and medicine cabinets for over five thousand years. Moreover, it continues to prove to be an effective natural remedy for many modern diseases, described below.

▪️ Health benefits of ginger.

Popular digestive aid, settles stomach issues.

Powerful anti-inflammatory, reduces joint pain and relieves arthritis.

Therapy for nausea, reduces motion sickness and more.

Provides pain relief, soothes migraines and menstrual pain:

Ginger works on migraines by blocking prostaglandins, which stimulate muscle contractions, control inflammation in the blood vessels, and impact some hormones. Drinking or eating raw ginger at the onset of a migraine attack stifles prostaglandins to block the unbearable pain, and stop the associated nausea and dizziness.

Ginger can also help women effectively reduce the pain and inflammation associated with dysmenorrhea or endometrios.

Anti-tumor properties, successful in killing ancer cells.

Anti-diabetic compounds, lowers blood sugar and increases insulin release.

Heals the heart, treats a variety of cardiovascular conditions.

Relieves respiratory disorders, effective in treating asthma.

Immunity-booster, reduces coughs and colds:

Ginger is a wonderful immune system booster, making it a well-known treatment for colds and flus. And since it helps calm symptoms of upper respiratory tract infection, it also works on coughs, sore throats and bronchitis.

Ginger also has thermogenic properties, so it can warm up the body in the cold and, more importantly, can promote healthy sweating. This type of sweating, which helps to detoxify the body and assist in releasing cold symptoms, has also been shown to fight off bacterial and fungal infections.

Best of all, ginger has concentrated active substances that are easily absorbed by the body, so you don't have to use very much to receive its beneficial effects.

Potent antioxidant, slows down DNA damage.

▪️ Ginger components.

Ginger is closely related to turmeric, cardamom and galangal. Similar to other plants, ginger is a very complex mixture of compounds, containing several hundred known constituents, including beta-carotene, capsaicin, caffeic acid and curcumin.

The pungency in ginger is derived from the principle compounds gingerol, shogaol and zingerone.

Gingerol is the active component in fresh ginger, and is related to capsaicin, which is the active component in chilli peppers. Zingerone – the least pungent compound – occurs when gingerol is cooked, while shogaol – which is twice as pungent – occurs when gingerol is dried.

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Natural remedies - storage of cure for ailments

Do you visit site here remember how your grandma used to fix a mixture and cure all your ailments? Whether it was cold, cough, fever or a simple wound, she had the cure for it all.

She would pull out ingredients from her secret box and you would be cured! Did you know that her secret box actually included some natural remedies that were passed on to her from her mother? For years people have been hearing about the benefits of fish oil. Earlier the only source was through fish but as time passed, this ingredient was converted into tablets and prescribed as supplement.

What is it?

This is a useful ingredient that is found in fish like trout, mackerel, and herring to name a few. It includes omega-3 fatty acids which usually help in heart and blood ailments.

What are the benefits?

This ingredient has numerous benefits. Some of them are as follows.

Protection

It has been proved by medical researchers that omega-3 fatty acids protects people from heart and blood ailments which are triggered by air pollution. With the air pollution on the rise, this is by far the best way to protect oneself from the hazardous effects of air pollution.

Anti-ageing

Studies by medical researchers show that proper intake of omega-3 fatty acids over a period of time helps fight ageing.

Slim you

Good news for all those who have been trying desperately to lose weight. It has been found that a diet; exercise and fish supplement is a great combination for losing weight. Therefore researchers state that the insulin-sensitizing ability of DHA, the anti-inflammatory benefits of EPA and the fat burning ability of both makes this supplement a good option for weight loss and healthy body.

Decreases symptoms of osteoarthritis

Inflammation caused due to swelling and pain can be cut down by taking proper dosage of omega-3 fatty acids.

Helps preserve lean muscle

The body burns calories even when we are at rest (sleeping). Therefore, your diet should include all the nutrients that will not lead to excess muscle loss during this process. It has been observed that those who include omega-3 fatty acids in their diets do not lose lean muscle mass when at rest.

Improved bones

Researchers state that omega-3 appears to be a vital element of healthy bones. Further it also helps maintain bone mineral density. Above all these supplements, one must also add in a regular strength training exercise routine to prevent osteoporosis.

Brain power and memory enhancement

Studies have found that there is a connection between omega-3 fatty acids supplements and cognitive function of humans. Those who had regular intake of this ingredient possessed better memory. They also showed better brain power and their thinking was deeper than the rest. Further, they showed better concentration than those who did not have omega-3 fatty acids. Thus, it can easily be stated that the lack of this ingredient can cause your brain to age faster. One can also lose memory and thinking abilities faster.

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Benefits Of Echinacea

Are you tired of feeling run down and constantly catching every cold that comes your way? Look no further than echinacea supplements to boost your immune system and keep you healthy. Echinacea, a powerful herb known for its medicinal properties, can help reduce the duration of the common cold, support respiratory health, and fight inflammation.

By incorporating echinacea supplements into your daily routine, you can enhance your overall well-being and serve yourself with a stronger, healthier body. Don't let illness hold you back from serving others and living your best life. Discover the amazing benefits of echinacea supplements and take control of your health today.

Key Takeaways

Boosts immune system and enhances the body's natural defense mechanisms

Reduces the duration of the common cold and alleviates cold symptoms

Supports respiratory health and strengthens the respiratory system

Fights inflammation and provides relief from conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and bronchitis

Boosts Immune System

Boost your immune system with echinacea supplements. Echinacea has long been recognized for its ability to enhance the body's natural defense mechanisms. By taking echinacea supplements, you can give your immune system the support it needs to protect you from illness and stay healthy.

One of the key benefits of echinacea is that it boosts energy. When your immune system is working efficiently, your body is better able to fight off infections and diseases, leaving you with more energy to tackle your daily tasks. By incorporating echinacea supplements into your routine, you can experience increased vitality and improved overall well-being.

In addition to boosting energy, echinacea also improves digestion. A healthy gut is essential for proper nutrient absorption and overall health. Echinacea has been shown to promote the growth of beneficial bacteria in the gut, which aids in digestion and supports a healthy digestive system. By maintaining a healthy gut, you can reduce the risk of digestive issues such as bloating, gas, and constipation.

Furthermore, echinacea supplements can help to strengthen your immune system's response to infections. Echinacea contains compounds that stimulate the production of white blood cells, which are responsible for fighting off harmful pathogens. By enhancing the activity of these immune cells, echinacea supplements can help to prevent and shorten the duration of illnesses such as colds and flu.

Reduces the Duration of the Common Cold

To reduce the duration of the common cold, incorporate echinacea supplements into your daily routine. Echinacea, a flowering plant native to North America, has been used for centuries as a natural remedy for various ailments, including the common cold. Research suggests that echinacea can help reduce the severity and duration of cold symptoms.

A study published in the Journal of Clinical Pharmacy and Therapeutics found that participants who took echinacea supplements experienced a shorter duration of cold symptoms compared to those who took a placebo. The study also showed that echinacea helped alleviate symptoms such as cough, congestion, and sore throat. This suggests that incorporating echinacea into your daily routine can help you recover faster and get back to your daily activities.

In addition to reducing symptoms, echinacea supplements may also help prevent future colds. A study published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine found that regular use of echinacea was associated with a lower risk of developing the common cold. This is believed to be due to echinacea's immune-boosting properties, which help strengthen the body's natural defense mechanisms.

To incorporate echinacea supplements into your daily routine, look for standardized extracts that contain a specific amount of active compounds. Follow the recommended dosage instructions on the packaging and consult with a healthcare professional if you have any underlying medical conditions or are taking other medications.

Supports Respiratory Health

Incorporate echinacea supplements into your daily routine to support respiratory health. Echinacea has long been recognized as a natural remedy that can help strengthen your respiratory system and protect it against respiratory infections. Respiratory infections, such as the common cold, flu, and bronchitis, can be quite common and can cause significant discomfort and inconvenience. By incorporating echinacea supplements into your daily routine, you can give your immune system an extra boost and help prevent the occurrence of these infections.

Echinacea is known for its immune-boosting properties, which can help your body fight off respiratory infections more effectively. Research has shown that echinacea can stimulate the production of white blood cells, which are responsible for fighting off infections. By increasing the number of white blood cells in your body, echinacea can enhance your immune response and reduce the severity and duration of respiratory infections.

Additionally, echinacea has anti-inflammatory properties that can help soothe respiratory symptoms. It can help reduce inflammation in the airways and alleviate symptoms such as coughing, congestion, and sore throat. By reducing inflammation, echinacea can promote easier breathing and improve overall respiratory health.

Furthermore, echinacea can support respiratory health by reducing the frequency of respiratory infections. Regular use of echinacea supplements can help strengthen your immune system, making it more resistant to pathogens that cause respiratory infections. By incorporating echinacea into your daily routine, you can potentially decrease your susceptibility to respiratory infections and enjoy improved respiratory health.

Fights Inflammation

Take advantage of echinacea supplements to combat inflammation and enhance your respiratory health. Echinacea, a popular natural remedy, is known for its anti-inflammatory properties that can provide relief from various inflammatory conditions in the body.

Inflammation is the body's natural response to injury or infection. While acute inflammation is a necessary part of the healing process, chronic inflammation can lead to a range of health issues, including cardiovascular diseases, arthritis, and asthma. Echinacea supplements have been found to effectively reduce inflammation and promote overall health.

Research has shown that echinacea contains compounds called alkamides, which have been found to inhibit the activity of certain enzymes involved in the inflammatory response. These alkamides help to suppress the production of pro-inflammatory substances, such as cytokines and prostaglandins. By doing so, echinacea can help to alleviate the symptoms of inflammation and provide relief from conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and bronchitis.

In addition to its anti-inflammatory properties, echinacea also enhances respiratory health. It has been traditionally used to treat respiratory infections, such as the common cold and flu. Echinacea stimulates the immune system, helping the body fight off respiratory infections more effectively. It can also reduce the severity and duration of symptoms associated with respiratory infections, such as coughing, congestion, and sore throat.

To experience the benefits of echinacea supplements, it is important to choose a high-quality product from a reputable manufacturer. Look for supplements that contain standardized extracts of Echinacea purpurea or Echinacea angustifolia, as these are the most studied and well-known species of echinacea. As always, consult with your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement regimen, especially if you have any underlying health conditions or are taking medications.

Enhances Overall Well-Being

Improve your overall well-being by incorporating echinacea supplements into your daily routine, benefiting from its anti-inflammatory properties and immune-boosting effects. Echinacea has long been recognized for its ability to support the body's natural defense system and promote good health. But did you know that it can also increase your energy levels and improve mental clarity?

Feeling tired and mentally foggy can greatly impact your daily life and productivity. Echinacea supplements can help combat these issues by providing a natural boost of energy. By strengthening your immune system, echinacea helps your body fight off infections and illnesses, reducing the strain on your body and allowing you to feel more energized. With increased energy, you will be able to tackle your daily tasks with enthusiasm and focus.

In addition to increased energy levels, echinacea also improves mental clarity. The anti-inflammatory properties of echinacea help reduce brain fog and improve cognitive function. This means that you will experience enhanced mental clarity, improved concentration, and better memory retention. Whether you're studying for an exam, working on a project, or simply trying to stay sharp, echinacea can give you the mental edge you need.

Incorporating echinacea supplements into your daily routine doesn't just benefit your physical health, but also your overall well-being. By increasing your energy levels and improving mental clarity, you'll feel more motivated, productive, and focused throughout the day. So why not give echinacea a try? Start incorporating it into your daily routine and experience the positive effects it can have on your well-being.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are There Any Known Side Effects or Interactions With Other Medications When Taking Echinacea Supplements?

Are there any potential drug interactions with echinacea supplements? Should individuals with autoimmune disorders avoid taking echinacea supplements? It is important to note that echinacea supplements may interact with certain medications, such as immunosuppressants and antiviral drugs. These interactions could potentially reduce the effectiveness of the medication. Additionally, individuals with autoimmune disorders should exercise caution when considering echinacea supplements, as they may stimulate the immune system, potentially worsening symptoms. It is always best to consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new supplement regimen.

Can Echinacea Supplements Be Taken by Pregnant or Breastfeeding Women?

During pregnancy and breastfeeding, it's important to consider the safety of echinacea supplements. Before taking them, it's recommended to consult with your healthcare provider. While some studies suggest that echinacea may be safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding, more research is needed to fully understand its efficacy and potential risks. Safety considerations vary for each individual, so it's crucial to seek professional advice. Your healthcare provider can guide you on the best course of action to take for your specific situation.

How Long Does It Take for Echinacea Supplements to Start Showing Their Effects on the Immune System?

When it comes to the effectiveness of echinacea supplements in boosting your immune system, a comprehensive review suggests that it may take some time for the effects to kick in. While individual results may vary, studies have shown that regular intake of echinacea supplements over a period of several weeks to a few months can lead to improvements in immune function. So, be patient and consistent with your intake, and you may start noticing the benefits on your immune system.

Are There Any Specific Dosage Recommendations for Echinacea Supplements?

When it comes to echinacea supplements, it's important to consider the recommended dosage. While there is no specific dosage for everyone, it is generally suggested to take 300-500 milligrams of echinacea extract three times a day. However, it's always best to consult with a healthcare professional to determine the right dosage for you. Additionally, it's important to be aware of potential drug interactions and the efficacy of different forms of echinacea supplements.

Are Echinacea Supplements Suitable for Children to Take?

Echinacea supplements can be an effective option for children, but it's important to consider dosage recommendations. Before giving echinacea to your child, it's a good idea to consult with a healthcare professional. They can provide guidance on the appropriate dosage based on your child's age, weight, and overall health. Echinacea supplements may help support your child's immune system, but it's always best to seek professional advice to ensure their safety and effectiveness.

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Random Inception Headcanon Time!

Today’s episode: Sick days! Who’s a whiny baby when they fall ill, and who lives in denial? Who likes using more natural medicine, if anyone?

As a parent, Cobb is no stranger to ‘the crud,’ AKA the relatively minor illnesses that ravage through children when enough of them gather together. They are essentially human-shaped Petri dishes after all. So stuff like colds and flus don’t often slow him down. And he’ll even do his best to power through the more serious illnesses. Like the time Philippa caught chicken pox, which was a helluva time to find out that Cobb had never had it before. Or the time the whole family, Cobb last, had strep throat. Through it all, he never loses sight of what’s important - that, sick or not, these children depend on him, so he better act like an adult.

Arthur refuses to acknowledge sickness, any time it hits him. He figures it’s a mind over matter thing, and that if he ignores it, it’ll go away. A philosophy which drives Eames insane… especially when it seems to work at least 75% of the time. Most of time, Arthur is sick for a day, then fine by next morning/afternoon. The times when he’s not, however, he spends it mostly in bed. He also gets a bit more clingy, which Eames would tell you is the only silver lining to his partner being sick. And Eames does enjoy waiting on his darling hand and foot when he’s ill.

Eames is quite the terror when he’s sick. Needy, whiny, very much the ‘woe is me why were we made to suffer such indignities’ type of person. Arthur will only roll his eyes and take it all in stride. And they’ll snipe at each other, playfully. Because that’s just Eames exaggerating, being dramatic, in order to be taken care of. It’s when Eames is curled up under blankets, monosyllabic and quietly miserable, that Arthur knows he REALLY doesn’t feel good. That’s when he’s at his most vulnerable, physically and emotionally, and those are the times when Arthur is the one waiting on his lover hand and foot. Both of them have an unspoken understanding that these moments of illness - when they feel their absolute lowest - are never to be used as ammunition in a domestic spat. Whether a teasing one or a more serious one.

Ariadne has been known to overwork herself when she’s working on a passion project. Sometimes to the point of exhausted sickness. She’s trying to be better about this, though. Especially when the only person around to take care of her… is herself. And don’t even start talking about that, in her own words, “herbal remedy shit” around her.

Yusuf self-isolates at the first sign of trouble. A little throat tickle? A slight cough? Temperature risen by more than a degree or two? SHUT EVERYTHING DOWN. Part of this comes from growing up among a gaggle of siblings, who were always giving each other ‘the crud.’

Saito never gets sick, and that’s the story he’s sticking to. Everyone in his employ is sworn to secrecy. Literally - they signed NDAs and everything. If ever one of them were to, say, see him walking down the hall to his office, nose red with a box of tissues under his arm, well…

Robert takes care of himself quite well. Vitamins and other supplements are a regular sight in his house. As such, he’s rarely sick. But when he is, he powers through it. His father taught him that.

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Grow Mallow Plant With Expert Advice

Have you ever wanted a lively, vibrant garden to spruce up your yard and make your outdoor space complete? Few plants provide the splash of color and unique texture that mallow plants do. Dubbed as “malva” by ancient Greeks, they are known for their velvety flowers, leafy foliage, and delicious tasting fruit. Now, with the experts’ advice, you can easily learn how to grow mallow plants and add a splash of eye-catching beauty into your garden! Grow Mallow Plant With Expert Advice body { font-family: Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0; padding: 20px; } h2 { font-size: 24px; margin-bottom: 10px; } h3 { font-size: 20px; margin-bottom: 5px; } p { font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 10px; } ul { list-style-type: disc; margin-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 10px; } li { margin-bottom: 5px; } blockquote { margin: 0; padding: 10px; background-color: #f9f9f9; border-left: 4px solid #ccc; }

Grow Mallow Plant With Expert Advice

Have you ever wished for a charming plant that not only adds beauty to your garden but also offers a range of medicinal benefits? Well then, the Mallow plant might just be your new horticultural best friend! This delightful perennial herbaceous plant is often overlooked, but today, we're here to give it the recognition it deserves.

The Marvelous Mallow

With its vibrant flowers and lush foliage, the Mallow plant (Malva spp.) is a sight to behold. This hardy plant comes in various species, including the Common Mallow (Malva sylvestris) and the Marsh Mallow (Althaea officinalis), both of which have been traditionally used for medicinal purposes.

"Growing a Mallow plant is like having a loyal friend who is both beautiful and useful."

So, why should you consider growing a Mallow plant in your garden? Well, besides its aesthetic appeal, the Mallow plant has a multitude of benefits. From soothing irritated skin to providing relief for digestive issues, this plant is truly a hidden gem in the world of herbs.

Planting and Care Tips

If you're ready to embark on a journey of growing your own Mallow plant, here are some expert tips to ensure success:

Choose the right location: Mallow plants thrive in well-drained soil and prefer full sun or partial shade.

Sow the seeds: Start by sowing the seeds directly into the soil after the last frost date in your area. Make sure to space them about 12-18 inches apart.

Watering: Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Avoid overwatering as it can lead to root rot.

Fertilization: Apply a balanced organic fertilizer during the growing season to promote healthy growth.

Pruning: Regularly prune your Mallow plant to encourage bushier growth and remove any dead or diseased parts.

Medicinal Uses of Mallow

Now, let's dive into the fascinating world of Mallow's medicinal properties:

Soothing Skin Salve: The leaves and flowers of the Mallow plant can be used to create a soothing salve for skin irritations, burns, and insect bites. Simply crush the leaves and mix them with a carrier oil like coconut oil.

Respiratory Relief: Mallow has natural expectorant properties, making it a great herb for relieving coughs, colds, and sore throats. Prepare a herbal tea by steeping the dried leaves in hot water for 10-15 minutes.

Digestive Aid: Mallow leaves are known for their mucilage content, which helps soothe and protect the digestive tract. Prepare an infusion by pouring boiling water over the dried leaves and let it steep for 15-20 minutes.

A Plant Worth Cultivating

There you have it! The Mallow plant is not only a beautiful addition to any garden but also a valuable herbal remedy waiting to be explored. Its versatile nature and numerous health benefits make it a plant worth cultivating.

So, why not give this charming plant a chance to shine in your garden? Not only will it provide you with a sense of accomplishment, but it will also be your very own natural pharmacy right outside your doorstep.

Remember, gardening is a delightful journey of trial and error, so don't be afraid to experiment and learn from your plants. Happy gardening!

Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is for educational purposes only and does not replace professional medical advice. Please consult with a healthcare professional before using any herbal remedies. Learn more about gardening with Taim.io!

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In India, unani medicine has been used for thousands of years to treat a variety of diseases, including kidney stones, diabetes, arthritis, asthma, skin ailments, and digestive problems. The Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM) oversees unani medicine and is recognized by the Indian government.

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Fight Winter Cold And Cough With Black Pepper

What Is Kali Mirch Black Pepper?

Even while we enjoy the crisp winter winds, the sudden shift in seasons has caused a lot of individuals to become ill with the unwelcome flu. As the winter progresses, our immune systems tend to worsen, which is why many northern households start preparing early. Most Indians use ghee to keep their bodies warm. Several winter spices are also known to boost immunity in a manner similar to this. One illustration is pepper with black spice. Numerous Ayurvedic kadhas that have been shown to naturally heal colds and coughs and enhance immunity use the potent spice black pepper.

Black pepper's abundant antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties help to stop infections while reducing pain. In addition, black pepper is rich in vitamin C, which is a potent antimicrobial and natural immune system booster. For the greatest benefits, peppercorns should be crushed. Black pepper is known for clearing nasal blockages and relieving chest congestion. An inherent cough suppressant exists in honey. Honey and black pepper are hence common tonics in Indian households. Kali mirch is easily accessible online or at your local retailer. So why wait? Buy kali mirch online by Divine Herbals.

One of the best Indian masala manufacturers, Divine Herbals, sells premium blended masala. Organic black pepper is available from Divine Herbals.

Nutrients Content of Black Pepper:

Let's examine the black pepper dietary information. Potassium levels in black pepper are high. Potassium supports the regulation of heart rate and blood pressure. Black pepper, which is high in iron, is useful for preventing low blood pressure.

Black pepper possesses an antioxidant enzyme, is high in manganese, and helps make red blood cells. Additionally, it contains large amounts of zinc, riboflavin, thiamine, and other vitamin B elements.

One of the numerous foods high in calcium is black pepper, which is good for elderly people. They have easy access to enough calcium for their bones. Black pepper is a rich source of vitamin K as well.

Important Health Advantages Of Black Pepper:

Helps with digestion:

Black pepper benefits digestion when eaten raw because it stimulates the stomach to release hydrochloric acid, which helps break down proteins. The hydrochloric acid that black pepper releases help with digestion and the treatment of gastrointestinal conditions.

A potent remedy for constipation:

Constipation, colon cancer, diarrhea, and other bacterial diseases are prevented when black pepper is routinely consumed.

A respiratory system's wintertime support system:

Colds and coughs can be treated with this spice by mixing it with herbal tea and drinking it twice daily. Because it aids in clearing bodily mucous from the lungs, black pepper is beneficial in the winter. The combination of black pepper and honey helps prevent chest congestion. One can mix a few drops of eucalyptus oil with some black peppercorns and warm water to ease chest congestion by inhaling the steam.

Reduces body weight:

Black pepper aids with weight loss. The reason is that black pepper contains a lot of phytonutrients, which promote the body's metabolism and help burn down extra fat.

Very effective at treating depression:

Black pepper can be used to cure depression. When one consumes raw black pepper, the brain releases a chemical that improves mood and makes one feel peaceful and relaxed.

Eases joint aches:

Use black pepper to prevent arthritis and joint soreness. Thanks to black pepper's medicinal properties, gout can be avoided. It is beneficial for those who experience joint and spinal discomfort.

Supports the body's detoxification process:

This enchanted spice promotes urination and perspiration. It aids the body's natural sanitization process.

A great treatment for hair loss:

Black pepper can be used to cure dandruff in the hair. Curd and crushed black pepper should be applied to the scalp. Wait 30 minutes before washing it off. Black pepper can burn the scalp. Thus it should not be used excessively.

Blood circulation is aided :

Start using black pepper in your diet to avoid skin imperfections like wrinkles. Consuming black pepper, whether raw or cooked, also prevents the development of dark spots and premature aging. Eating black pepper improves blood circulation to various parts of the body.

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Hola, mis amigos! ( ⸝⸝•ᴗ•⸝⸝ )੭⁾⁾

I am having a better day than I have had in maybe six months? I say this with the upmost skepticism, I must admit. But, my bills are paid. I finally have enough money for a good haircut. I purged my clothing and deep cleaned my room. I have new tires, just in time for the cold. Everyone I love is safe today. A roof over my head and my bronchitis is getting better! Not gone, but I have everything I need to get rid of it and I've been prioritizing taking care of myself all break. The holidays are over (thank goddess) and the new semester is starting soon. Microbiology didn't turn out how I wanted, but my GPA is still in an acceptable range for me. Annnnd, it is snowing!!!!⋆꙳•❅‧₊⋆☃︎ ‧❆⋆⋆❅*𖢔𐂂꙳ I've carved out significantly more time for studying and made extra room in my schedule to work an extra day each week. Hopefully, this will allow me to save money and pay my bills, while also get A's in Biochemistry, Microbiology, and Spanish Four. I can't believe I've made it this far, honestly. Last semester was so. fucking. hard. Between barely surviving my mental health, getting my blood work done showed I was very dehydrated and (of course) deficient in vitamin D. But, much to everyone's surprise, I am not anemic or deficient in any other vitamins. Being vegan for 12 years now, everyone always assumes I'm on the brink of death (¬⤙¬ ) I was giving antibiotics for the bronchitis and I am keeping them in case it gets worse or comes back again. I won't be taking them just yet, due to my keen awareness of the pill-pushing issue in the american medical system. From everything I've heard and read, many acute (especially mild infections) of bronchitis, regardless of whether it is bacterial or viral, do not need antibiotic to heal. A third flare up, to me, will be cause to take them and I made sure to ask for a type that would do the least amount of damage to my gut microbiome. Ha, I guess I am always learning microbiology. I have myself on a pretty strict herbal regime, the same one that works for my sinusitis as a kid. I did it when the first flare up happened, but I stopped prematurely then drank over Christmas and, lo and behold, the bacterial grew back. Not at severe, but they returned. The regime still seems to work faster than the ten days of antibiotics, with near full recovery only taking about five days? But I'm going to take the regime for ten days total, or at least two days after no cough is present. I think it is so important, if I ever enter the field of infectious disease diagnosis and treatment, to give people ways to heal that do not fuck up their biome! We barely understand it and natural medicine works! Not all the time, and more is needed in severe cases, by an intimate knowledge of ethnobotanical medicine could revolutionize how modern medicine heals people and how prevention is prioritized. I got a chronic infection for four years because of improper use of antibiotics and I know many people have experienced the same (๑-﹏-๑) If I was in the field, I'd want to be better informed and not a sheep to western ideals of healing. Well-rounded and attentive. Of course, people are overworked and the faces of their clients and each ones' situations start to lose meaning, blur together. It's the sad reality and why I lean more into environmental remediation. Even when the answer is available, our social operations tend to hinder successful, positive change. I want a semester of good time management and a positive, determined spirit. I do not glorify overworking, because it does not birth my best work.

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"Why Natural Honey Suppliers Are the Best Choice for Health and Wellness Enthusiasts"

Natural honey suppliers health and wellness industry has seen a marked shift toward natural and organic products. As consumers become more conscious of what they put into their bodies, the demand for natural, unprocessed foods has skyrocketed. Among these, honey stands out as a powerhouse of health benefits. Often referred to as “liquid gold,” honey has been cherished for centuries for its nutritional and medicinal properties.

For health-conscious individuals, choosing honey from natural honey suppliers is not just a matter of taste; it is an investment in better health. This article delves into why natural honey suppliers are the best choice for health and wellness enthusiasts, exploring the unique benefits that pure, raw honey offers and why it is superior to processed alternatives.

1. Rich in Nutrients and Antioxidants Natural honey is packed with an impressive array of nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, which play a crucial role in promoting overall health. When you choose honey from a reputable natural honey supplier, you are ensuring that you are consuming a product that retains its full nutritional profile.

Key nutrients in natural honey:

Vitamins: Natural honey contains a variety of vitamins such as B vitamins (B1, B2, B3, B5, B6), vitamin C, and folic acid. These vitamins contribute to boosting energy, improving immune function, and maintaining healthy skin. Minerals: Raw honey is rich in minerals like calcium, magnesium, potassium, and iron, which are essential for bone health, muscle function, and maintaining a healthy heart. Antioxidants: The presence of antioxidants such as flavonoids and phenolic compounds helps combat oxidative stress and inflammation in the body. This may reduce the risk of chronic conditions like heart disease, cancer, and neurodegenerative diseases. Natural honey suppliers who provide raw, unfiltered honey preserve these essential nutrients, unlike commercial honey that is often processed and stripped of its beneficial properties.

2. No Added Sugars or Artificial Ingredients One of the biggest concerns with commercially processed honey is the possibility of added sugars, syrups, or artificial ingredients. These additives can dilute the health benefits of honey and introduce unnecessary sugars into your diet. When you choose natural honey from a trusted supplier, you are assured that you are consuming a product that is free from artificial additives and preservatives.

Raw honey is simply the nectar collected by bees and processed naturally in their hives. It undergoes minimal processing, which helps preserve its pure, unadulterated form. By opting for natural honey, health and wellness enthusiasts can avoid the risks associated with consuming refined sugars and harmful additives that can negatively affect metabolism, weight, and overall health.

3. Supports Immune System Health The immune-boosting properties of natural honey make it an invaluable addition to any health-conscious individual’s diet. Honey has long been used as a natural remedy for sore throats, coughs, and other respiratory issues, thanks to its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.

How honey supports immunity:

Antibacterial Properties: Natural honey, particularly varieties like manuka honey, has potent antibacterial properties that help fight off harmful bacteria and pathogens in the body. This makes it an effective natural remedy for colds, coughs, and even wound healing. Anti-inflammatory: The antioxidants and enzymes in raw honey help reduce inflammation in the body, which can improve immune function and overall well-being. Prebiotics: Raw honey contains prebiotics that help nourish beneficial gut bacteria, promoting a healthy digestive system and boosting immune function, as a significant portion of the immune system resides in the gut. Natural honey suppliers that focus on offering pure, unprocessed honey ensure that the product retains these immune-boosting benefits, making it an ideal choice for anyone looking to enhance their health naturally.

4. Improved Digestive Health Raw honey is known to support digestive health due to its natural enzymes, probiotics, and prebiotics. For health and wellness enthusiasts looking to improve their gut health, honey from natural suppliers is an excellent option. It aids in digestion, regulates bowel movements, and helps in the absorption of essential nutrients from food.

How honey aids digestion:

Enzymes: Raw honey contains enzymes like amylase, which helps break down complex carbohydrates into simpler sugars, making digestion more efficient. Soothing Effect: Honey’s soothing and anti-inflammatory properties can help reduce issues like acid reflux, indigestion, and upset stomachs. Probiotics: Some types of raw honey, like manuka honey, contain beneficial probiotics that help promote the growth of healthy bacteria in the gut, improving digestion and nutrient absorption. By sourcing honey from a natural honey supplier who prioritizes raw, unfiltered honey, consumers ensure that they are getting the most out of these digestive benefits.

5. Better Skin and Beauty Benefits Natural honey is a staple in many beauty and skincare routines, thanks to its moisturizing, anti-aging, and antibacterial properties. It helps keep the skin hydrated, reduces inflammation, and can even be used as a treatment for acne and other skin issues.

How honey benefits skin health:

Natural Moisturizer: Honey is a humectant, meaning it draws moisture from the air into the skin, keeping it hydrated and soft. Acne Treatment: The antimicrobial and antibacterial properties of raw honey can help reduce acne and blemishes by fighting off the bacteria that cause breakouts. Anti-aging: The antioxidants in raw honey help fight free radicals in the skin, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and promoting a more youthful complexion. Choosing natural honey from a trusted supplier ensures that the honey retains its skin-boosting properties without any added chemicals or synthetic fragrances that could irritate sensitive skin.

6. Sustainability and Ethical Sourcing Health-conscious consumers are increasingly concerned with the sustainability of the products they buy. Natural honey suppliers who focus on ethical sourcing and environmentally friendly practices ensure that honey production doesn’t harm the bees or their ecosystems.

Why ethical sourcing matters:

Bee Conservation: Ethical honey suppliers work with beekeepers who prioritize the well-being of bees, ensuring they are not harmed during the honey collection process and that the bees have access to a healthy and sustainable food source. Eco-friendly Practices: Many natural honey suppliers adopt environmentally friendly practices such as organic farming, sustainable packaging, and reducing their carbon footprint. By choosing honey from these suppliers, consumers contribute to the preservation of the environment and promote sustainable agricultural practices. 7. Versatility and Usage in Health Recipes Natural honey is incredibly versatile and can be used in various ways to enhance the flavor of food while providing health benefits. Whether it’s in smoothies, teas, baked goods, or as a natural sweetener, raw honey offers a healthier alternative to refined sugars. Health and wellness enthusiasts often use honey for its natural sweetness without compromising their dietary goals.

Ways to incorporate honey:

Tea and Beverages: Adding a spoonful of raw honey to herbal tea or warm water can soothe a sore throat, aid digestion, and provide an energy boost. Smoothies and Snacks: Natural honey can be drizzled over fruit or mixed into smoothies for added nutrients and flavor. Baking and Cooking: Raw honey can be used as a natural sweetener in recipes for baked goods or in dressings and sauces.

Conclusion

Natural honey suppliers is more than just a sweetener; it is a superfood packed with nutrients, antioxidants, and health benefits that are ideal for health and wellness enthusiasts. By choosing honey from reputable natural honey suppliers, consumers can ensure that they are getting a high-quality, pure product that supports their health goals. From improving digestion to boosting immunity and enhancing skin health, natural honey provides a range of benefits that processed honey simply cannot match. When it comes to investing in better health and wellness, opting for honey from trusted, ethical suppliers is a decision that pays off in both taste and well-being.

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Palm Candy: Nature's Delight with a Dash of Laughter

When life gives you sugar cravings, skip the refined stuff and go for the sweet, golden goodness of palm candy! Known as "panam kalkandu" in Tamil Nadu and a beloved natural sweetener across many Indian households, this gem is a healthier alternative to sugar. Let’s unravel the sweet mystery of palm candy in a fun, light-hearted way.

What is Palm Candy?

Think of palm candy as sugar's wise, older cousin who went to yoga school and eats organic. Derived from the sap of palm trees, it undergoes minimal processing, retaining its nutrients and earthy flavor. Its taste is like a mellow cousin of jaggery – sweet but not overbearing.

Health Benefits That Make You Go

Palm candy isn't just here to satisfy your sweet tooth; it's got benefits that would make even kale jealous:

Immunity Booster: Packed with vitamins and minerals, palm candy helps strengthen your defenses.

Cough & Cold Slayer: Mix it with a pinch of kali mirch powder, and voilà – you’ve got a natural remedy that’ll have your throat singing praises.

Gut's Best Friend: It aids digestion, leaving your tummy happy and bloat-free.

Cooking with Palm Candy: Sweet and Savory Adventures

Palm candy is versatile enough to fit into all your culinary escapades. Toss it into your desserts, sweeten your herbal teas, or mix it with black stone flower (a spice so mysterious it sounds like it belongs in a wizard’s cupboard) for a unique twist in gravies.

If you're price-conscious (aren’t we all?), don’t forget to check the kali mirch powder price while shopping for your palm candy. A sprinkle of this peppery magic adds zing to your recipes while keeping costs in check.

Why Switch to Palm Candy?

Switching to palm candy isn’t just about health; it’s about embracing natural goodness with a dash of nostalgia. Remember the time when grandma handed you a lump of palm candy for your sore throat? Those were the days, right?

Conclusion: Sweet Satisfaction

Palm candy is proof that nature knows best. It’s sweet, nutritious, and comes with a pinch of nostalgia. So, next time you crave something sugary, ditch the artificial stuff and grab some palm candy instead. Your taste buds and body will thank you.

And remember, life’s too short for bland food and boring sweeteners. Add some black stone flower, keep an eye on the kali mirch powder price, and let your culinary experiments bloom.

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Spices That Double as Home Remedies

Introduction: Indian spices are not just about flavor—they are nature’s way of offering remedies for common ailments. Passed down through generations, the knowledge of using spices as home remedies is deeply embedded in Indian culture. From boosting immunity to aiding digestion, these everyday ingredients serve dual purposes in the kitchen and wellness.

Home Remedies Using Common Spices:

Turmeric: Known for its powerful anti-inflammatory properties, turmeric mixed with warm milk can help relieve colds and coughs.

Ginger: A staple in Indian households, ginger tea is often consumed to ease sore throats and improve digestion.

Cinnamon: Rich in antioxidants, a pinch of cinnamon in warm water can help regulate blood sugar levels.

Clove: Clove oil or simply chewing cloves can provide relief from toothaches due to its natural pain-relieving properties.

Cumin: Cumin water, made by boiling cumin seeds, is a popular remedy for bloating and indigestion.

Black Pepper: Combined with honey, black pepper works as a natural cough suppressant.

Why Choose Dilhar: At Dilhar, we understand the importance of quality when it comes to spices, especially those used for health benefits. Our spices are carefully sourced to retain their natural properties, ensuring that you get the best in both taste and wellness.

Conclusion: Spices are more than just a way to enhance flavor—they're a gateway to natural health. Incorporating these spices into your daily routine not only elevates your meals but also keeps you in good health. With Dilhar’s range of premium spices, you can experience the blend of taste and traditional remedies in every pinch.