Home Remedies for Nausea (all natural weight loss)
No commentsBy Jeff Austin
There are a lot of causes for nausea. Indigestion can produce feelings of nausea, as can such ailments as stomach flu, or pregnancy.
The result, however, no matter what the cause, is an upset and sometimes painful stomach and the feeling of needing to vomit.
Weve all had nausea at some point — or many points — in our lives, and will most likely have nausea again. Most nausea can be easily treated at home.
Multiple products on the shelves of every local pharmacy are for the sole purpose of treating nausea, and you can hardly turn on the television without
seeing some actors singing, dancing, and promoting these products.
Granted, many of the products work well, but they aren’t the only alternative for solving the problem of nausea. And I’m always a little skeptical about taking products that contain substances with names that I can’t pronounce.
Ginger is one of the oldest known home remedies for calming the stomach and the feeling of nausea. I can pronounce “ginger” just fine.
Eating just a small piece of fresh ginger or pickled ginger will settle the stomach quickly. A tea can be made as well by boiling ginger root in water and
drinking it either with or without honey.
Peppermint is another herb that has been long used for treating nausea very successfully. (I can pronounce “peppermint,” too.)
A tea made with peppermint leaves is very soothing, and if you’ve noticed, even commercial nausea-easing medications often make use of peppermint.
Lemon is very effective in settling an upset stomach. Just smelling a fresh-cut lemon can sometimes ease the feeling of nausea.
Adding lemon to teas made of ginger or peppermint can increase their effectiveness.
Additionally, including plain yogurt in the daily diet can decrease the frequency of nausea in many people.
For more information on nausea, be sure to visit the-health-hub.com where you’ll find information on health topics such as
acne, weight loss, fibromyalgia & more
Macaw Parrots–8 Facts About Pet Macaws
By Debbie Davis
Macaws are magnificent birds in appearance, personality, and intelligence. If you are considering one as a pet, here are 8 characteristics you should be aware of so that once you make your decision-it’s a match for life.
Life Span-One of the most incredible characteristics of this bird is its longevity. Many live up to 50 years with some aviaries reporting birds whose ages are approaching sixty years. This means a lifetime commitment for the owner, with some outliving their owners. To be fair to the bird, make sure you are ready for such a long-term relationship. Project your lifestyle 20 or 30 years from now, and ask yourself if this bird will still feel like a good fit. If the answer is yes, then go for it!
Health-Generally a pretty hardy species, much of your bird’s health, both present and future, will depend on the bird’s origin. Make sure you have an avian vet check the bird you are considering thoroughly. Find out as much information as you can from the seller, and if possible, observe the bird in different situations before making a final decision.
Diet-Your bird, like you, needs a well balanced diet. Fresh organic fruits and vegetables, nuts, and sprouted seeds on a regular basis provide many of the nutrients necessary for good health. High quality pellets are also an option (look for those without the additives), but be prepared for rejection of this food source as many parrots won’t touch it. Be sure to talk with your vet about your bird’s specific nutritional needs, many of which can be determined with blood work. And of course occasional treats will make your bird love you all the more.
Color-If you are looking for lots of color choices, the Macaw runs the gamut in color options. In fact your choice will properly be harder because of the variety. Regardless of which you decide on, the beautiful combinations of reds, blues, greens, and golds will make this bird turn heads and be a visual treat for all the days you have it.
Space-Macaws are big birds and need a lot of space both inside and outside of the cage as many have wing spans of 3 1/2 feet! Providing proper space will go a long way towards keeping your bird emotionally happy which means your pet is nicer to be around.
Macaws and Children-Even the gentlest and tamest bird can undergo a change in personality as it gets older. Their beaks are incredibly strong tools capable of crushing the shells of nuts, and as such can impose irrevocable injuries to children and adults. This is not the pet for children or even for every adult. Children should be kept away from parrots without extremely close supervision. If you are considering a Macaw without children, but someday hope to have children, this should give you pause.
Human Interaction-These birds do best in a home where there will be plenty of daily human interaction. Some owners have been known to take their pets with them to work to insure that they can provide the constant attention this bird needs. If you work away from home all day, or travel frequently, this is not the bird for you. They need several hours outside of the cage daily for exercise and their emotional well being.
Noise-Their screams are legendary and in the wild can be heard for miles. If you live in a home that has common walls-condo, apartment, or townhouse-your neighbors might not be as tolerant as you are, particularly early in the morning or late at night.
An excellent resource for a HEPA air purifier to remove bird-related airborne contaminants from your Macaw’s air is offered by PurerAir.com– the Bird Dander Air Purifier at http://purerair.com/bird_dander_air_purifier.html
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