15 African Herbal Plants That Treat Malaria Effectively.

Malaria fever kills a lot of individuals all over the world every second. Africans and people in tropical regions have always existed with the presence of mosquitoes and have cured malaria with traditional herbal preparations.

These days, we have turned our backs on effective herbal medicine and instead use conventional malaria drugs like quinine and artemisinin, which malaria parasites are becoming resistant to. Fraudulent individuals have also taken advantage of the need for malaria drugs by selling fake drugs with no active components.

There are so many plants that Africans have used to treat malaria effectively because plants contain active components that can heal. Here are a few below;

1. ·         Neem leaves and stem.
2. ·         Indian almond leaves and bark.
3. ·         Pawpaw leaves.
4. ·         Alstonia boonei leaves, bark and root.
5. ·         Mango leaves and bark.
6. ·         Guava leaves and bark.
7. ·         Pigeon pea leaves.
8. ·         Abrus precatorius bark.
9. ·         Lime fruits and leaves.
10. ·         Lemon grass.
11. ·         Picralima nitida leaves and bark.
12. ·         Basil leaves and whole plant.
13. ·         African cucumber or balsam pear.
14. ·         Moringa leaves and bark.
15. ·         Baobab leaves.

It is always better to have a proper diagnosis before deciding on using just herbs to treat any condition that you believe is malaria because many other conditions have the same symptoms as malaria fever. You can also use a combination of two or more plants to prepare your concoction for treating malaria.

Neem is one of the most potent anti-malaria plant and also has many other properties for healing. Read more about neem here. It is smart to include neem in your malaria treatment preparations because of its many properties. Neem can cure many ailments.

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What Will You Do When You Can't Afford Chemo Or Radiation?

Cancer has become one of the greatest killers of mankind. We've been made to believe that without the popular conventional treatments like surgery, chemotherapy and radiation, we don't stand a chance to survive.

Even after one's pocket has been emptied, the outcomes are, more often than not, unfavourable.

Despite the billions of dollars and the input of the best brains that our world has to offer, cancer is still killing us like flies and in millions. So what is really going on? Are we saying that cancer cells can't be killed without killing or damaging ourselves?

The cancer treatments that are available are too expensive, so harsh and too invasive. They take more from you faster than cancer does and then leave you much more vulnerable afterwards than before you started the treatment. One known fact is that chemotherapy destroys both cancer cells and your healthy cells, which is why one becomes vulnerable to anything, including the cancer cells that have survived.

So what happens to those who don't have the money for the treatment? Wait for cancer to eat you up and leave you writhing in pain while praying for death?

Many people are becoming more proactive in their approach to treating cancer these days. There are many plants with the properties of killing cancer cells and shrinking tumours. Treating and healing yourself of cancer is a tough job, but you can try instead of folding your arms and living in fear or submission.

There is increasing awareness among people that some plants or natural ingredients have cancer killing or tumour shrinking properties or both. Here are a few below:

• Soursop leaves and fruits.
• Hog plum leaves.
• False ashoka (Fashola trees) leaves.
• Pawpaw leaves.
• Mango leaves.
• Neem leaves and bark.
  
• Sweet wormwood.
• Lemongrass.
• African nutmeg bark.
• Wheatgrass.
• Bicarbonate of soda.

Healing is not limited to drinking herbs, taking medication and supplements. Dietary and lifestyle changes must be part of your healing protocol if you are aiming for effective healing. Most diseases do not just happen because food and lifestyle are factors that determine your health status.

Your medical practitioner is never going to recommend alternative remedies or therapies because they are prevented from recommending any treatment that is not approved by your country Food and Drug Agency. Plants and herbs are never going to get this approval because no big pharmaceutical company will invest millions of dollars on a product that they can't patent and make billions from.

So what will you do if you have cancer and no money for expensive treatments? Please don't fold your arms in defeat and allow cancer to ravage you. Research properly on time for alternative treatments. There are so many treatments that cost almost nothing. Take the steps before your condition worsens and then you can't have a say in what to do. The best cure is prevention. Fighting cancer is tough but you can do it or at least try!

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The Goodness Of Groundnuts.

Groundnuts are also known as peanuts and are called Arachis hypogea botanically. Groundnuts are nutrient-rich and taste good. They are eaten all over the world as snacks when roasted or boiled. They are also used widely in cooking and food production. They are filled with heart-healthy fats, antioxidants, fiber and so have a low GI.

Groundnuts have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties.

Nutrients in groundnuts.

• Proteins.
• Fats with omega-6 fatty acids and omega-3 fatty acids.
• Vitamins B1, B3, B6, E
• Minerals like copper, manganese, phosphorus, molybdenum, zinc, iron, selenium and calcium.
• Groundnuts are high in antioxidants like flavonoids (resveratrol), phytosterols and polyphenols,

Groundnuts have a lot to offer us for health because of their many beneficial nutrients. This is the reason why groundnuts have been a part of so many healthy diets and snacks from the beginning of time. Groundnuts contribute to good health in the following ways;

• The antioxidants in groundnuts help to reduce oxidative stress on the body and prevent a lot of diseases.
• The fiber in groundnut helps in stabilizing blood sugar levels and in maintaining a good weight.
• Groundnuts contain heart-healthy fats which help to promote cardiovascular health and decrease the risk of heart disease.
• Groundnuts increase good cholesterol levels and decreases bad cholesterol levels.
• Groundnuts give a feeling of satiety and so help to curb appetite.
• Groundnuts contain folic acid which promotes healthy pregnancies.

There are many other ways that consuming groundnuts promote good health. eating them daily will definitely promote longevity and goodness. Groundnuts are eaten roasted, cooked, ground or in soups. The oil is also extracted and used in cooking. Many snacks are made with groundnuts.

Groundnuts are cheap and will give you energy fast. Groundnuts are high in calories and so, need to be eaten in moderation. Some people are also allergic to groundnuts.

Many little things that we overlook can make a big difference most times. Share what you know about the goodness of groundnuts below. Follow on Twitter @heal2bwell.

Indian Almond Tree Medicinal Uses.

The Indian almond tree is a big tree that grows in tropical areas. It is called Terminalia catappa and known by other names such as Malabar almond tree tropical almond tree, country almond tree, sea almond tree etc. The trees are commonly referred to as “fruit tree” in Nigeria while the fruits are just called fruits.

The fruit contains a fleshy mesocarp surrounding a fibrous layer which has a seed. The seed contains an edible kernel. The leaves are green and turn wine or brown before falling off during the dry season.

Indian almond tree is a very useful tree because it provides food, shade, medicine and dye. The tree helps in preventing erosion and acts as a windbreaker. The fruits, leaves and bark are the parts that are used in traditional medicine because they contain flavonoids, tannins, sterols and saponins. 

The important active ingredients give them antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective, hypoglycemic, hypotensive, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties.

Indian almond leaves and bark are used to treat many ailments effectively including treating;

• Skin issues such as scabies, leprosy, eczema, dermatitis, etc.
• Dysentery, diarrhea  and other stomach issues.
• Wounds.
• Inflammatory conditions of the joints (leaves dressing)
• Inflammatory issues of the respiratory tract like coughs and asthma.
• Intestinal parasites.
• Hepatitis and some other liver diseases.
• Fevers.
• Diabetes.
• High blood pressure.
• Erectile dysfunction issues.
• Anaemia.
• Body pains and aches.

Indian almond tree has more benefits for health than those listed above like many plants. They have been reported to be effective in treating HIV, lung cancer and tumours of the liver. Fish breeders and people who keep fish add dried almond tree leaves to the tanks or ponds due to their anti-microbial and anti-parasitic properties.

Indian almond tree gives abundant medicine because it has abundant leaves!

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Effective Natural And Herbal Sleep Aids.

Numerous people have trouble with falling or staying asleep and this is referred to as insomnia. Many factors contribute to insomnia and some are:

• Stress
• Anxiety
• Poor sleeping habits
• Worry
• Depression
• Anger
• Trauma
• Noise pollution
• Health or medical issues
• Consumption of energy drinks

Insomnia may be acute when it is just for a short time and is considered to be chronic when it lasts longer than 3 weeks. Prescription sleep aids are usually recommended for insomnia but they also come with undesirable side effects when used for long. However, there are natural and herbal sleep aids that help to counter the effects of the factors that cause insomnia and are much safer.

Natural or herbal sleep aids should do one or more of the following for you;

• Calm nerves
• Promote muscle relaxation
• Create a feeling of drowsiness
• Boost mood

Natural sleep remedies.

1. Massage
2. Meditation
3. Yoga
4. Acupunture or acupressure
5. Right temperature
6. Sleep mask
7. Darkness in the bedroom
8. Warm bath
9. Aromatherapy

Herbal sleep remedies.

1. Chamomile flowers
2. Lemon balm leaves
3. Catnip leaves
4. Mango leaves
5. Peppermint
6. Valerian root
7. Cherry juice
8. Lavender
9. Hops                 
10. St John’s Wort herb top or flowers
11. Passionflower
12. Snakeweed leaves
13. Rooibos or red bush
14. Peppermint

When dealing with chronic insomnia, you will have to make lifestyle changes in addition to taking herbs to overcome the condition. Removing the factors that cause insomnia is very important.

Share any remedy you have for dealing with insomnia or leave your comment or question below. 

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