As far as the reproductive system goes the prostate gland is an all-important organ. If the secretion of the prostate gland do not mix properly with the sperm; then copulation would be abortive. This ailment is rampant in males above the age of 55 and is also known as prostate enlargement. The prostate gland grows with age and it has three stages of growth; once during puberty, one around the age of 25 and lastly after 40 years of age; this where prostate enlargement transpires or BPH as it is commonly known as. However, for sexually active males there is an herbal treatment for this disease and if it is left untreated; it may lead to cancer of the prostate and the end result of any cancer is fatal. 

All you need to do is to eat 60 Gms of pumpkin seeds daily for a month as it contains fatty acids which are good for the proper functioning of the prostate glands and the symptoms would be resolved. Similarly, if black pepper (1 tsp) is taken regularly for three months the symptoms of prostate are resolved. There are scores of men around the globe who have benefited from these herbal treatments and you could also be one of them.

Hyperthyroidism is also known as basedow disease. This disease concerns the endocrine organ of the body; particularly the thyroid. This disease is caused due to the malfunctioning of secretions by this gland. That is why it is also known as Grave’s disease. The condition is popularly called Hyperthyroidism. There is a disturbance in the body metabolism as an aftermath of this disease and women are more prone to it than men. This disease is becoming rampant these days. The obvious signs are “obesity, tiredness, petulance, profuse sweating, and inability to adapt to climatic variations”. However, every ailment has an herbal treatment and so does Hyperthyroidism.

Bugleweed is a known herbal treatment for Hyperthyroidism. It has propensities which balance the secretion of the gland. Just add one and a half grams of bugleweed to a hot cup of tea and drink it thrice daily after straining. Lemon balm also aids in balancing the secretions of the thyroid glands. Two teaspoons of dried lemon balm should be put into a hot cup of tea and drunk thrice daily. One month would suffice to resolve the symptoms of Hyperthyroidism. Black pepper is also a known cure for Hyperthyroidism. One should make it a habit to add black pepper to taste in ones staple diet.

Enteric Fevers are commonly known as Typhoid. This disease is caused by a bacterium called Typhi. It is a food borne ailment and is very prevalent in the US of A. Beef, pork and raw eggs are the ones responsible for this disease. Even vegetables where animal excreta are used as manure cause this disease. High temperature and rigors are common in this ailment. If this ailment is not detected and treated accordingly; then it can prove to be very fatal. Developing countries; where the sanitary conditions are not good are where people are teeming with this disease. Usually the adjacent wasteland is used as a lavatory. Enteric Fevers are also known as yellow- jack fevers. However, there are some herbal treatments for this disease and the have proven their worth the world over.

Apple is very effective in treating Typhoid. As an herbal treatment for this disease the imbibing of 3-4 glasses of Apple juice resolves the symptoms of Typhoid in 3 months. The other herbal treatment for Typhoid is the use of Basil leaves, saffron and black pepper; they are all natural antibiotics. Make a mixture all three with water; then boil and strain it. Let it dry then make small capsule of it and take it with warm milk thrice daily. The symptoms would be resolved in a week at the most.

Too much exposure to cold weather especially; snow results in frost bite or hypothermia. In this ailment the body tends to loose heat, quicker than it can produce it. This illness requires immediate medical attention or else the end result could be drastic. Apart, form frost bite a person could get frostnip and chilblains also and they are equally fatal. Usually skiers, hikers and mountaineers are vulnerable to frost bite. Infants and senior citizens are particularly at risk due to over exposure. The body of an infant is supple; whereas the body of an elderly person is feeble. Both these situations make a person all the more defenseless.

Alcohol; which incidentally is derived from grain and wine is a very potent herbal treatment for frost bite. Alcohol actually means Ethanol. Certain herbs and sugars are fermented and the end result is Alcohol. It is a very good natural antiseptic and produces heat. Thus if it is applied on a frost bite; it would keep you away from getting that part of your from being amputated till the time you are able to get proper medical aid. If alcohol is mixed with black pepper; then it would be all the more affective. However, the application would remain the same.

When there is disruption in the blood flow to the heart; the patient feels uncomfortable and pain is felt around the heart. This is due to the shrinking of the arteries. The other reasons for angina pain could be that the heart needs more supply of blood, blocking of an artery or the thickening of the heart muscles. All this puts pressure on the heart and on most occasions the heart cannot take the strain. This makes the heart to work harder than usual causing Angina pain. With certain precautions such an event could be avoided; or else it may prove fatal in the form of a stroke or a heart attack. It is a very common heart ailment and is classified as Coronary Artery Disease (CAD).

However, there are some proven herbal remedies to treat this ailment. Everyone is familiar with the herb Asparagus. All you need to do is make a concoction of Honey and the juice of Asparagus. Though, you need to sure that the ratio does not exceed 2:1. Imbibing a teaspoon of this thrice daily for a month would give the patient the required relief.

Another home or herbal remedy for Angina is to grind 37 Gms of black pepper, 25 Gms of Rou Gui (Cassia bark, peel off the outer layer), 10 Gms of Gao Liang Jiang and 15 g of Gan Jiang (Dried Ginger). Grind it such that a fine powder comes forth. Imbibe it with cold wine and see the difference in a month.

Back pain is such a thing that it can stall all productivity. There are various pills and liniments available in the market for this ailment. However, they are costly and the relief provided is also short lived. They provide instant relief; however, only till the time the efficacy remains and like aforementioned it is short lived. Moreover, they are chemical rich and may cause irritation to some skin type. This means these remedies can lead to further complications and cause undue expenditure. Don’t go spending your hard earned money on an ailment like a backache; when an herbal treatment is available right in your home.

Black Pepper is available in almost every home; as it is a vital ingredient in garnishing. It is used in home as a home remedy to resolve some kind of ailments. Apart from increasing the taste of the food it is an excellent aphrodisiac as well. As for excruciating back pain; there is nothing better than applying a paste of hot black pepper on the affected area of the back. However, precaution should be administered while doing so. The thing, which should be kept in mind, however, is that that the paste should not be rubbed hard; instead it should be messaged gently. This herbal treatment would give permanent relief within a week of regular application. If the paste is rubbed harshly; then it would burn the skin.