The lives that we lead are getting ever more complicated. The increase in technology and automation is all around us. But there is a growing trend that is working in the opposite direction. Many people are becoming more interested in old home remedies to help them overcome minor ailments.
This may seem strange at a time when conventional medical care is now more advanced than it ever was. But maybe that is the problem. People want to return to a more natural way of living. This means eating good wholesome food that hasn't been 'messed about' with by modern production methods. And why take a drug that may have side effects when there are natural plants and herbs that could help ?
The type of conditions where old home remedies could help include sore throats, coughs, eczema and hayfever. Of course there are some conditions where you need to see a medical practitioner. Emergencies such as a heart attack would fall into this category.
Many people mistakenly believe that natural remedies have no side effects at all. This is simply not true. Many plants can have serious side effects if eaten. Well know plants that can cause problems include monkshood or deadly nightshade. There is also the issue of unusual reactions in a tiny minority of people. An herbal remedy that is safe for most people could cause an allergic reaction in an individual.
Many of the classic old home remedies are made from plants and products that were readily available. This meant that many people were good at recognizing medicinal plants that grew wild in the hedgerows and could be collected.
Nowadays it is more likely that city dwellers will resort to herbal remedies that have been bought pre-prepared. These are often packaged into capsules for ease of use. If you are looking for a place to obtain remedies from, you can start by looking at your local health food shop or from specialist online vendors. Many of the vitamin and dietary supplement suppliers also sell old home remedies.
If you are interested in making some remedies yourself, this is quite possible if you have access to a good herbal remedy book or you're willing to do research on the Internet. In fact it is probably easier now to create herbal remedies than ever before. This is because it is relatively easy to find information on the Net and to buy exotic spices such as ginger. Read more visit here.
By : Paul Elms
