by Felicity | May 13, 2019 | ASOHM NEWS, Bleedings, General Health, Menstrual cycle
Most girls have their first menstrual period by the time they are 15 years of age. Menstruation is a result of changes which take place in the lining of the uterus (endometrium) which culminate once a month when the blood-enriched lining is discharged as the menstrual...
by Felicity | Mar 26, 2019 | ASOHM NEWS, Depression, General Health, Insomnia, Menstrual cycle
Balm mint is often called Melissa and Lemon balm—its botanical name is Melissa officinalis. In English, balm means healing and soothing, which also happens to be the attributes of the herb, according to extensive scientific research. Melissa is from the Greek...
by Hilde Hemmes | Jan 19, 2018 | ASOHM NEWS, Herbal Medicine, Menopausal problems, Menstrual cycle
Every day women experience the many unpleasant symptoms of menopause such as hot flushes, excessive sweating and night sweats. The good news is there are alternative medicines available to help elevate these symptoms without having to resort to hormone...
by Hilde Hemmes | Dec 15, 2017 | ASOHM NEWS, Bladder, Bladder disorders, Immune system, Menopausal problems, Menstrual cycle, Nervous system
Hypericum is one of nature’s best herbs for the entire nervous system. This herb (also known as St John’s wort) has received much medical attention and recognition, particularly for its use in mild to moderate depression and anxiety. Clinical trials have now shown...
by Hilde Hemmes | Nov 21, 2017 | ASOHM NEWS, Digestive system, General Health, Inflammatory conditions, Intestinal Health, Menopausal problems, Menstrual cycle, Nervous system, Stomach & gastric tract
Sage or salvia officinalis, as it is scientifically called, has been used in traditional medicine for centuries and is a valuable remedy for throat/mouth problems, intestinal/digestion complaints and menopausal hot flushes, to name just a few. It is a native to...
by Hilde Hemmes | Sep 3, 2017 | Arthritic and rheumatic complaints, ASOHM NEWS, Bladder, Bleedings, Fluid retention, General Health, Haemorrhage, Hair Care, Herbal Medicine, Inflammatory conditions, Kidneys, Menstrual cycle, Urinary Tract
Horsetail is a very popular herbal remedy as it is a storehouse of minerals. Due to its high content of silica, horsetail (Equisetum arvense) is recommended when it is necessary for the body to repair bony tissues. Silica helps to fix calcium, so that the body can...
