Apr 10, 2024

Manage Common Problems

Easy Solutions to Common Problems

We know there are many side effects to drugs. Our parents and grandparents had home remedies that seemed to work. So here are a few easy solutions to our problems as outlined by Good Housekeeping and The Guidebook to Natural Healing Secrets to Prevent and Reverse Disease.

Next time that nagging cough just won't go away, try chocolate. According to Professor Alyn Morice, head of cardiovascular and respiratory studies at the University of Hull, and a founding member of the International Society for the Study of Cough, “Patients who took a new medicine containing cocoa were found to have a significant improvement in their cough and sleeplessness within two days (compared to those taking standard cough syrup).” In her article published by Good Housekeeping magazine, she states that “Researchers at London's Imperial College found that theobromine, an alkaloid in cocoa, suppresses coughs better than codeine, which is a common ingredient in cough medicine.” They claim it's because cocoa has [healing] properties that relieves inflammation or irritation. Drinking hot chocolate will provide some minor comfort; however the cocoa isn't in contact with the throat long enough to form a protective coating so a more effective method is slowly sucking on a piece of dark chocolate square.

Dark roast coffee compared to lighter versions has less caffeine and reportedly can increase alertness and well-being, help concentration, improve mood and limit depression. However, there are conflicting studies to support that “drinking coffee or tea may possibly slow down the onset of Alzheimer's disease by slowing down the build-up of plaque in the brain.” So we can’t yet claim this as a definite benefit - the studies are continuing.

Also Simple Home remedies for Seniors declare eating one orange daily can reduce the risk of macular degeneration, lower blood pressure and help prevent kidney damage.

Did you know pumpkin oil can stop leaky bladders? It can be taken in supplement form or the oil can be added to apple cider vinegar for a healthy salad dressing.

Mint and peppermint tea are great ways to fight “cramping, diarrhea, gas, improve energy, freshen bad breath, relieve tension & migraine headaches, and improve your sleep.” It’s caffeine free; therefore can be consumed just before bedtime.
Additionally, ginger root is another excellent tea. Boiling ginger, 1 stick of cinnamon and a piece of turmeric can reduce inflammation and help joint and muscle pain. Like mint, ginger can settle your stomach, soothe sore muscles, improve your sleep as well as lower blood pressure. Caution: Do NOT consume more than 6 grams of ginger a day as it may cause gastrointestinal issues such as reflux, heartburn and diarrhea.

Now let’s not forget that “fiber” is our friend! A daily intake of 25 grams of fiber is recommended for women and 38 grams for men in order to combat infections, battle diabetes, heart disease AND help prevent wrinkles.

We can easily consume the proper amount of fiber via sources like:
Beans - 2 grams per Tbsp
Broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage and kale - 5 grams per cup
Berries - 4 grams in 1 cup of blackberries, strawberries and raspberries.
Avocados - 10 grams in 1 Cup.
Popcorn - 1 cup of popcorn is 1 gram of fiber withholding the butter.
Whole Grains - In order to qualify as “real whole grain,” the Food and Drug Administration says the first ingredient on the food package must be whole grain.
Apples - 4 grams
Dried Fruit -Dried figs (6 figs =24 grams), prunes (¼ C = 3 grams) and dates (7 grams per serving) are excellent food sources for those struggling with constipation.
Nuts - 4 grams in raw or dry roasted nuts
Sweet potatoes, red potatoes, purple potatoes - one small potato with skin is 3 grams.

GoodHousekeeping.com
Simple Home Remedies for Seniors
Leatha Foreman 4/10/24 #1163