Due to the infection of bacteria and yeast on the tongue; there is growth of hair on the tongue. Although, it is a temporary condition; it can be very annoying. Hairy tongue is also known as Lingua Villosa. Usually it is the result bad oral hygiene and at times prolonged medication. Too much imbibing of tea and coffee can also lead to hairy tongue. Excessive smoking and the chewing of tobacco also gives impetus to hairy tongue. Mouthwash is full of chemicals and so it may cause hairy tongue. This disease though; temporary it is very aggravating, as it hinders eating and drinking.

Boswellia is a very effective herbal treatment for hairy tongue. You would need to grind the stem bark of Boswellia dalzielii with alcohol. Boil this concoction and rinse your mouth three times daily with it. However, it is needless to say that the concoction needs to be cooled before gargling with it. Two months of gargling would suffice to get rid of hairy tongue. If you happen to be a passionate smoocher; then a hairy tongue would not do for obvious reasons. A similar herbal treatment for hairy tongue is by the use of Erigeron leaves. The way of using it is also similar. One month of gargling with it would kill all the bacteria.

Otitis external; commonly called swimmers ear is infectious. It appears on the external part of the ear and at time in the ear canal. This is the result of too much frolicking in water like swimming. This because the external ear is made of cartilage and becomes sodden when in contact with too much water. The skin becomes susceptible to infection as an aftermath of this; as, the skin cannot fight the bacteria and fungi; since it becomes vulnerable. However, if the skin breaks, the bacteria would penetrate the ear; resulting in swimmers ear. This disease could be very painful; as the ear of any living thing is very delicate.

Nonetheless, there are some known and proven herbal treatments for swimmers ear. If the infection is not acute then vinegar (2 drops) in each ear would suffice to give ample relief. Leave vinegar for a few minutes (2 mins) and then turn your head; so that the solution may flow out. The same goes with apple cider vinegar. However, it should be mixed with Alcohol first. This would protect the skin from infection in the future. The treatment should be practiced 2 to 3 times in a day; till relief is got.

The term Halitosis means foul/bad breath. This condition is all too common. It is sad but true that most people who suffer from bad breath are not even aware of it. Unless; ofcourse they are fervent smoochers. The other way out is to smell your own breath; by the simple procedure of cupping your hands and breathing out through you mouth. If you don’t like your own breath; then you can imagine what the person you are talking to would think of you. Halitosis is enough to make people shun you. The opposite sex is sure to remain far away you. However, there are some proven herbal remedies to combat Halitosis.

The usage of fenugreek is a very herbal remedy for Halitosis. Tea made of the seeds of this herb should be drunk on regular basis to ward off bad breath. Boil one litre of water with a teaspoon of fenugreek seeds and imbibe it. Avocado is a very potent herbal remedy for Halitosis; as it tends to destroy all the bacteria of the intestines. Raw guava is also very effective in treating Halitosis. Guava has malic and oxalic; which destroy all the foul breath causing bacteria. All the aforementioned herbal treatments for Halitosis are proven and safe.

An infection in the vagina is known as Bacterial vaginitis. Though, it is not an STD, nonetheless it can be transmitted sexually. Lesbians are also prone to this ailment; as the vaginal secretions carry the bacteria. Frequent intercourse also gives impetus to Bacterial vaginitis. This is because while climaxing; a whole lot of fluid is secreted by the vagina. Synthetic clothing in the form of undergarments is also responsible for Bacterial vaginitis.The use of KY jelly may worsen the situation. Infact, anything chemical; entering the vagina can give rise to Bacterial vaginitis. The sense of uneasiness is visible on the face of a woman, who has Bacterial vaginitis.

However, there are some home and herbal remedies for this ailment. The eating and the applying of curd directly to the vagina would give immediate relief. If you happen to be using a tampon; then apply curd to it before you insert it into the vagina. Another herbal treatment for Bacterial vaginitis; is the intake of garlic. Garlic paste could also be applied to the vagina; as it has anti-bacterial, anti- fungal propensities. Calendula is also very helpful in Bacterial vaginitis. As a further herbal cure; tea bags should be chilled in the refrigerator and then inserted into the vagina.

The term Colitis refers to a digestive disorder and it is because of an inflammation of the large intestine. This ailment is rampant in the Eastern part of the world; as they seldom if ever use toilet paper. They use their hands for all purposes. This causes the bacteria to enter the system and spread gradually. It even transpires after a person has washed his/her hands with soap. The bacteria’s and viruses today have become immune to detergents as well. The situation can become chronic if the infection takes the form of an ulcer. If such an even transpires then the patient could have rectal bleeding also. In simple words it an ailment of the bowel. However, there are some sure shot herbal remedies for this malady. Other forms of medications would involve surgery; which obviously is not everyone’s cup of tea.

The herbal cures include an array of herbs; namely Chamomile, Marshmallow, Willow and Dandelion. They can be taken as a shake to mellow their slightly acrid taste. However, if they are taken with water without anything added; then they would be more potent. There are a score of other herbal treatments for Colitis; the herbs include Poppy Husk, Sanguisorba Root and Sumac Gallnut. Though, poppy husk can be intoxicating; however, it fives the requisite relief from the effects of Colitis. These herbal remedies have been used by scores of people thought-out the world and would vouch for their efficacy. You too can join this bandwagon by using these herbal remedies.