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What are different home remedies for Alzheimer? Part 1

ABOUT ALZHEIMER DISEASE
- Alzheimer’s disease is described as a progressive and irreversible condition which leads to a slow destruction or degeneration of the brain cells and in a gradual loss of memory.
- Slow loss of memories equates to a slow loss of self.
- Alzheimer’s is a dreaded disease as all the memories slowly fade away.
- This condition is not reversible.

SYMPTOMS OF ALZHEIMER
- Memory loss
- Disorientation
- Effect on Speaking and Writing
- Effect on thinking and Reasoning
- Personality and Behavioral Changes

SIGNS OF ALZHEIMER
- Aimless wandering
- Aggressiveness
- Irritability
- Distrust
- Social withdrawal
- Depression
- Sleeping problems
- Obstinacy
- Mood swings
- Increased anxiety

HOME REMEDIES FOR ALZHEIMER DISEASE
- Yoga and meditation are a breakthrough to this disease.
- The regular practice of yoga (different posture) and meditation including “Pranayama” (the breathing technique) helps in Alzheimer’s disease.
- The placebo therapy works very well on Alzheimer’s disease.
- Studies reveal that Ginkgo biloba tincture is helpful in this condition.
- One has to take leaf extract of Ginkgo biloba to treat Alzheimer’s disease.
- One has to take care as Ginkgo increases aspirin’s blood-thinning capacity.
- Start taking biofeedback.
- This will help in improving memory status of the patient who is suffering from this disease.
- Try to note down everything which you forget. Try to call a person with his or her name.
- Rhymes and rhythms are best for memory enhancing and act as a good home remedy for Alzheimer’s.
- The brain of an Alzheimer’s patient is extremely low in hydrogen sulfide.
- Taking soy milk might help in Alzheimers through the increase in hydrogen sulfide.
- Use turmeric as a spice in food on a daily basis.
- This acts as an anti-inflammatory.
- This helps keep brain function crisp and active.
- Steep a few drops of lemon or peppermint oil in a cup of hot water.
- Inhale these vapors to get an invigorating awakening and thus help in Alzheimer’s disease.
- Place three drops in each nostril twice a day for depression.
- Steep one half teaspoon of sage and one quarter teaspoon of basil in a cup of hot water.
- Drink this solution early in the morning and early in the evening for depression.
- Soak about six to eight almonds in water overnight.
- In the morning peel and eat them before eating anything else.
- It is important for Alzheimer’s patients to follow a regular exercise routine.
- A 30-minute walk each day can help improve physical and mental health.
- A patient should be made to carry some kind of identification and address at all times.
- Alternately, chair exercises or a stationary bike may also be a good idea.
- Being socially active is also a good form of exercise for the brain.

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What are different home remedies for Anemia? – Part 3

WHAT IS ANEMIA?
- Anemia is a disorder that results from decrease in the concentration of red blood cells or hemoglobin.
- One of the main functions of hemoglobin is to carry oxygen to tissues.
- Anemia results in decreased oxygen carrying capacity of blood.

10. Anemia Treatment using Almonds
- Almonds contain copper to the extent of 1.15 mg per 100 gm.
- The copper along with iron and vitamins acts as a catalyst in the synthesis of hemoglobin.
- Take about seven almonds and soak in water for about two hours and ground into a paste after removing the thin red skin.
- This paste may be eaten once daily in the morning for three months.

11. Anemia Treatment using Sesame Seeds
- Black sesame seeds are a rich source of iron.
- Soak one teaspoon of the seeds in warm water for a couple of hours.
- They should be ground and strained and then mixed with a cup of milk and sweetened with jaggery or sugar.
- This emulsion should be given to patients suffering from anemia.

12. Anemia Treatment using Beet roots
- Beets are rich in folic acid, fiber and potassium.
- The easiest and most flavorful way to prepare beets is in the microwave.
- Keep the skin on when cooking and peel before eating.
- The most nutrient-dense part of the beet is right under the skin.

13. Anemia Treatment using Wormwood
- Wormwood is often prescribed as it is rich in iron content and helps treat anemia.

14. Anemia Treatment using Celery (Ajmoda)
- Celery is a good source of dietary iron.
- Take Celery with carrot juice as it effectively cures the blood ailments.

15. Anemia Treatment using Other Foods
- Daily drinking three to four cups of white cabbage juice is recommended.
- Anemic persons should have 3 to 4 dried figs to help treat anemia.
- Eating amla or gooseberry will also provide the vitamin C required by the body of the anemic person.
- There are several other foods which are rich sources of iron like
• bananas
• black grapes
• plums
• apples
• strawberries
• raisins
• onions
• squash
• carrots
• radish
• celery
• tomatoes

Exclusive Fruit Diet for Anemic Patients
- The patient should commence a therapeutic treatment with an exclusive fruit diet for five days.
- Take three meals a day of fresh juicy fruits.
- This may be followed by a fruit and milk diet for about fifteen days.
- The frequency of meals should be exactly the same as for the earlier all-fruit diet.
- The patient should take a well-balanced diet, consisting of seeds, nuts, grains, vegetables, and fruits.

Other Anemia Treatments
1. Cold Water Baths
The patient should be given a cold bath carefully twice daily

2. Hot Epsom salts Bath and Sunbaths
- A hot Epsom salts bath for five to ten minutes once a week and an occasional steam bath are also useful
- Sunbaths are especially beneficial as the sunlight stimulates the production of red cells.

3. Deep Breathing and Light Exercises
- Do deep breathing and light exercises like walking to help treat anemia.

4. Yogic Asanas
- Yogic asanas such as sarvangasana paschimottanasana and shavasana as well as massage are also helpful.