When the conjunctiva of the eye becomes inflamed; then the ailment is known as conjunctivitis. The area around the ball of the eye is covered by a thin membrane; this membrane is that part of the eye which lubricates it. There are two kinds on conjunctivitis; acute and chronic. The former one abates within a few days without medication; however, the latter one needs medical aid. One would scratch and scratch his/her eyes into a mental a nervous wreck. This dilemma is a painful one as the eyes tend to become red and swollen. Nonetheless, it is better to treat the acute one also to prevent problems in the future. It is recommended to treat this ailment herbally; as the eye is one of the most sensitive organs of the body.

The best and cheapest way to treat conjunctivitis is through rose water. Put in a few drops of rose water in your eyes and leave it overnight. The morning after would show good results. Berberine, is present in Oregon grape as well as goldenseal; this very beneficial in treating conjunctivitis. However, if you happen to be using contact lenses; stop their usage for a while; as they would impede the treatment. In other words no foreign body should between the treatment and the eye. The bottomline however, is that tear drops should keep falling from you eyes to make the infection flow away. It is natures own salve to ease the discomfort caused by conjunctivitis. Nevertheless, the herbal medications mentioned in this article are very effective and there are many people around the world who would swear an oath for it.

This ailment is a fungal infection concerning the epidermis of human foot. Athletes’ foot concerns the disease and not the fungal infection. It is mainly caused by a form of yeast that lives on the outer surface of the skin and then penetrates deeper. It usually happens to the male gender and in between toes. However, in extreme cases it may spread to the heel of the foot also.

The herb to treat athlete’s foot is native to America; however, it grows prolifically elsewhere also. The herb by the common name of Golden seal; however, its botanical name is Hydrasis canadensis. This herb belongs to the Peony family. It is the root of the herb which is an herbal remedy and they have been used by ancient Americans from time immemorial. A chemical named berberine; which is present in the roots of the herb has the capability to ward off infections caused by fungi and yeast. However, it also acts as a mild sedative. This could deter many; however, if the treatment is taken before bedtime then won’t be much of a problem. Berberine is said to be more efficacious than Aspirin to reduce a fever. This root can be used either as a capsule, powder, tincture or an ointment. Either way it is effective. In other words it is effective if taken orally as well as if it is directly applied on the affected area. Herbal pharmacists would keep both the versions of the medication. However, the most important aspect of the treatment is that it is easily procurable and cost effective too.