Wax and Bubbles

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1. Hernia: Taking licorice root tablets before your meals can soothe and heal the stomach pains. Taking slippery elm root also helps to reduce inflammation in the esophagus as well. Drinking chamomile tea at bedtime can help relax the stomach muscles and the therefore relieving some pain associated with the hernia.

2. High Cholesterol: Pectin, which can be found in grapefruits and apples, has been shown to make it easier for fat and cholesterol to move through and out of the body before your body has a chance to absorb them. It’s best to exercise daily as well.

3. Hypertension (High Blood Pressure): Celery is the natural treatment for this condition. Eat about four to five stalks of it daily and watch the changes in your blood pressure.

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1. Impotence: Take a warm bath with sandalwood and jasmine essential oil and they will act as an aphrodisiac.

2. Infertility: Taken a zinc supplement daily can help increase the sperm count within the male body. Women with ovulation issues can try taking chaste berry each morning to help stimulate the ovulation process and get it more regular.

3. Insomnia: Taking a warm bath with lavender, marjoram and orange essential oils will help induce a calm and relaxing feeling before bedtime. Also a sachet of lavender-soaked cotton or even a sachet of lavender buds under your pillow can help relax you as well. Take passionflower to help relax your nervous system.

4. Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Drink a glass of water laced with some peppermint essential oil can help prevent bowel spasms. Also try sprinkling cayenne pepper on a wet compress and place it on your abdominal muscles to help relax them further.

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1. Kidney Stones: Magnesium has been found to prevent the formation of stones, so be sure it is part of your supplement taking daily. To help reduce kidney inflammation, take bromelain each day as well.

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1. Laryngitis: A tablespoon of lemon juice and honey will help to coat the throat and may help bring back your voice. Making a hot compress of warm oil and lavender essential oil and apply it to the outside of the throat can help soothe a sore throat and take plenty of zinc during this time as well.