Information on Diseases

Medicine Of The Day

Latin Name:
Hydrastis Canadensis

Common Name:
goldenseal, orange root, yellow puccoon

Description:
Used for symptoms with mucous membranes, such as phlegm, sinus congestion, sore throats, and taste disorders. Also used for stomach conditions where digestion is weak and stomach feels empty even after consumption of food, as well as constipation and weight loss due to degenerative diseases. Symptoms are often better with rest and worse when breathing cold air (Lockie 130).

Health Tip of the Day

Quite often, illness occurs due to carelessness. Avoid overeating, smoking and drinking.

Health Quote of the Day

I never eat anything white.. white flour, white milk,white cream, eggwhites, white sugar, white potatoes etc."
- Bob Cummings