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Enlarged Prostate - Herbs for Enlarged Prostate

While an enlarged prostate generally won't harm your health, natural remedies and self-care strategies can help you deal with bothersome symptoms.

Cluster Headache - Cluster Headache Treatment

Find out how you can fend off cluster headache, a condition that causes extreme or even unbearable pain.

Yerba Mate Benefits - Yerba Mate and Weight Loss

Known as "the drink of the gods," yerba mate may help promote weight loss and boost heart health—but could also increase your risk of certain types of cancer.

Macular Degeneration - Supplements for Macular Degeneration

A leading cause of blindness in older Americans, macular degeneration gradually robs you of your central vision. Find out which natural substances can help save your eyesight.

Feverfew for Migraine - Benefits of Feverfew

Get the lowdown on feverfew, an herb often touted as a natural remedy for migraine and arthritis pain.

Gallstones Treatment - Natural Remedies for Gallstones Treatment

Learn how to reduce your odds of developing gallstones, an often painful problem that can lead to inflammation and infection in your gallbladder.

Alternative Medicine and Breast Cancer Prevention

Natural remedies may aid in the prevention of breast cancer, while alternative therapies could benefit women coping with the disease.

Cancer – Acupuncture and Cancer Treatment

For people coping with cancer-related pain and fatigue - or unpleasant side effects of cancer treatment - acupuncture can offer all-natural relief.

Glaucoma Treatment - Remedies for Glaucoma

Find out how self-care strategies can help protect your eyes from glaucoma, a leading cause of blindness in the U.S.

Benefits of Rhodiola

Long used to help the body fight stress of all kinds, the Russian herb rhodiola may also help ease depression and boost heart health.

Crohn's Disease - Natural Crohn's Disease Treatments

A chronic condition that could wreak havoc on your digestive system, Crohn's disease may be better controlled with the help of natural remedies and alternative therapies.

Cranberry - Benefits of Cranberry Juice and Supplements

Cranberry juice and supplements may help you fend off the bacteria that can cause urinary tract infections, gum disease, and gastric cancer.

Angina – Controlling Angina, Naturally

To soothe the pain of angina—a heart condition that affects as many as 7 million Americans—consider using dietary supplements and alternative therapies.

Natural Approaches to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (POS)

The most common hormonal disorder among women of childbearing age, polycystic ovary syndrome may improve with the use of certain alternative therapies.

Natural Remedies for Tinnitus

To stop that ringing in your ear, learn about alternative treatments that may help ease tinnitus symptoms.

Garlic Remedies for Health Conditions

Improve your health with garlic, a classic cold remedy that may also help lower your cholesterol, control your blood pressure, and protect against certain types of cancer.

What You Need to Know About Pancreatic Cancer

The fourth-leading cause of cancer death in the U.S., pancreatic cancer is notoriously difficult to treat. Here's a look at how to boost your defense against the disease.

Laryngitis – Relief for Laryngitis

To restore your voice and ease the irritation of laryngitis, try teas and lozenges made with soothing herbal remedies.

Boswellia – The Benefits of Boswellia

Used in traditional Indian medicine to fight inflammation, the herb boswellia may help ease arthritis, asthma, and ulcerative colitis.

Homeopathy – Homeopathic Remedies

Confused about how homeopathy works? Here's a quick guide to homeopathic remedies and how they might enhance your health.

Oscillococcinum – A Homeopathic Remedy for Flu?

Here's a look at the science behind Oscillococcinum, a popular natural product used by people seeking to prevent or treat the flu.

Mushrooms – Medicinal Mushrooms for Flu Defense

Found to fight off the flu virus in preliminary studies, medicinal mushrooms - such as shiitake, maitake, and reishi - may help boost your immunity this flu season.

Natural Approaches to Stroke Prevention

To protect against stroke - the third leading cause of death in the U.S. - find out how to boost your cardiovascular health naturally.

Skullcap – Benefits of Skullcap

Learn about the possible cancer-fighting, brain-boosting effects of skullcap, an herb commonly used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Warts – Natural Treatment for Warts

For help in getting rid of these unsightly growths, consider natural remedies and alternative therapies.

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