When there is a calcified deposition on the enamel it is termed as caculus. Dental plaque is the main cause for this. Calculus has a propensity to absorb stains. Bad oral hygiene is the most common cause of calculus. It affects the Gingiva also. Once caculus is formed it is difficult to get rid of it. Teeth coloring is not the answer as it is temporary.

Camellia sinensis; is very affective in caculus; incidentally it an evergreen shrub. Green tea and oolong tea also come from this plant. However, black tea is useful in calculus. If the powdered form of black tea is used for the brushing of teeth it would help in removing the stains caused by plaque formation. As a further home remedy for calculus vinegar and salt can be used. Mix both in an appropriate manner and brush your teeth with it. However, it would need to be done in a regular way; if you do not want to go to a dentist. Smoking and the chewing of tobacco are the main causes of calculus. However, at times prolonged illness is also responsible for caculus. In such an event the coloring of the teeth is the only way out.

Mononucleosis or kissing disease as it is popularly known as is a rampant one. This disease is transmitted through the saliva. Adolescents and young adults are prone to it for understandable reasons. The virus which transmits this disease goes by the name of Epstein – Barr virus (EBV). The liver and the respiratory system become susceptible as a result of this disease. It is a glandular fever and can last for many weeks. So, all you fervent smoochers; better be careful. If the person you are going to smooch has fever; it is better to refrain from it; as a preventive measure.

As a home remedy you would need to change your eating habits. Eat five meals a day; instead of the regular three. The herbal treatment for Mononucleosis is to include fresh vegetables and plenty of fruits in your staple diet. The imbibing of a lot of water is also required. This would make you urinate more; which is all the more better for the disease as it would flush out all the toxic material in the body. Another very potent herbal treatment for Mononucleosis; is the consumption the Indian herbal treatment known as Chayavanprash. It is a source of multi vitamins.

A person suffering from dizziness usually gets a feeling of vertigo. One tends to loose his/her balance and may fall at times. As an advice it is recommended to sit down immediately; when you get such a feeling. This is because you may injure yourself in such a condition. It is essentially a malfunctioning of the sensory organs. A person’s faculties do not function properly in dizziness. It is very common in old adults after backache. It is vital to find out the cause for dizziness and treat it. Though, it is not a serious disorder. However, to prevent any mishap it better to take preventive measures. Intoxication, in any form is a big no in case you are suffering from dizziness.

As a home remedy; it is suggested to avoid stress. Aerobics is also a good home remedy for dizziness. It is also recommended to maintain a regular sleep pattern. However, one the cause of dizziness is known; it should be treated to immediate affect. Nonetheless, the most common cause of dizziness is the side effect of chemical drug. One herbal remedy is to drink plenty of fresh lime juice. Drink it as often as you can. This is because lime juice brings back the body metabolism to normal. Incidentally, the disturbance in body metabolism is also a major cause of dizziness.

The intake of air for the purpose of breathing through the nose which ultimately goes to the lungs is through a passage. This passage is full of cells which secrete mucus. The purpose of mucus is to filter the air being inhaled by a person. Sometimes it may transpire that the mucus is secreted more than required. Coughing is a result of the extra mucus being expelled by the body. A person who has a cough first takes a deep breath; then makes an effort to cough out the excess mucus. In a cough the larynx and trachea are affected the most.

However, there are certain proven herbal treatments for cough and they are far better than any other form of treatment. Grapes have the propensity to work as an expectorant. A concoction of grape juice and honey (one tsp) in a cup would give relief in some days. If there is dry cough; then Almonds are a wonderful home remedy. About 8 kernels of almonds should be grinded into a fine paste. Then 25 Gms of butter and sugar should be added to it. This paste should be taken twice on a daily basis. Relief would come in a few days.

This is turning point in a girl’s life; as she becomes a woman. Premenstrual syndrome is also called PMS in short. There is a radical change in a girl’s body and behavior. Usually, this syndrome starts a fortnight be the menstrual cycle begins. It is a common occurrence with many women. Stomach cramps and headaches are very common in PMS. Some women might get a feeling of nausea as well. Others tend to put on weight. There are mood swings as well. Profuse sweating and palpitations are also associated with PMS. Some women get oily skin; thereby giving impetus to acne. Hot flushes are also very common in PMS.

As a home remedy; there is nothing to beat a hot bath. However, red wine lessens the cramps. A further home remedy is to drink hot lemon tea with a teaspoons of whiskey in it. However, make sure that you imbibe it hot. The leaves of the Chase tree plant is also a potent herbal treatment for PMS. Tea in its various forms is very helpful in PMS. Peppermint tea, yarrow tea and the imbibing of the oil from any pickle is also very helpful during PMS. These are time tested and women who have tried them would vouch for their efficacy.

One of the common human ailments is lice. If you are lice infested then the condition is known as pediculosis. Lice are of three types head lice, body lice and public lice. The life span of lice is short (30 days) however they make up for this by multiplying fast. They thrive on the human body and if they are kept away from it for more than a day or two; then they will die. As the name suggests head lice are to be found near the neck and behind the ears. If they are present in the scalp then one scratch himself/herself into a mental and nervous wreck.

To get rid of head lice the home remedy is to rinse you hair with vinegar; it would kill the lice to immediate effect. Rub your scalp with mayonnaise and brush it off after 2-3 hours. The lice would be brushed out dead by doing this. Another potent home remedy is to wash your hair with mouthwash. Herbal remedy is in the form of messaging your hair with lemon and butter and rinsing it off after 20 minutes. However, do not forget to shampoo and condition your hair after this. All these are proven remedies to get rid of head lice.

Hay fever is an allergy to anything from saw dust to Earth dust; Infact, anything that can be breathed in. This ailment is seasonal; however, if these things are in the air all the year through; then one would suffer from hay fever all the 365 days of the year. The only other option is to relocate; nevertheless, this is not possible always. If you happen to be living in a place where there is greenery all around; then you should avoid going for a stroll early in the mornings. This is because Nature is at its best in the mornings. So the air is full of pollen and if you happen to inhale pollen; then you are sure to catch hay fever.

As a potent herbal remedy for hay fever; is to drink boiled mince of grapes with lemon. This ailment is also known as pollinosis or nasal allergy. Another herbal remedy for hay fever is to imbibe the boiled water of Basil leaves and fenugreek. This water should be drunk several times in a day to get the desired results. As a home remedy; there is nothing to match cold compress. However, it needs to done at frequent intervals to bring down the fever.

Edema or oedema is an inflammation of that part of the body from where fluids cannot be secreted. It but natural that in such an event the body starts to swell. This ailment usually occurs below the knee joint. This being the case walking becomes an effort; as the flow of blood is disrupted and things deteriorate fast. Walking becomes imperative at times; even if it for short distances. However, it retards the healing process. The pain experienced can be excruciating. Medically speaking; Edema is not a disease. It merely indicates that something is wrong with that part of the body. However, there are some herbal treatments for Edema.

A good message with Mustard oil; gives ample relief from Edema. Nonetheless, is imperative that oil is warmed with garlic before messaging. One should avoid eating carbohydrates. Another effective measure one could take is to eat less salt; as it tends to make the body retain water. Another effective home remedy for Edema is to imbibe apple cider vinegar. One should eat protein rich food. In case you are suffering from Edema; you should not eat fruits, as they contain a lot of water. Medicines would not show their efficacy, if you intake high sodium diet.

This could transpire with anyone as on most occasions it occurs while one is in deep slumber. It is usually nocturnal happening and the person is not aware that such a thing has transpired. In simple words it is spontaneous. So, the person concerned cannot be blamed directly for it; as it is no fault of the person. There are two stages to this; the first is primary and the second is secondary. In the primary stage a person wets his/her bed everyday and in the secondary stage; it becomes sporadic.

However, there are certain home remedies to alleviate this problem. One hour before bedtime it is advisable to imbibe 6 to 8 oz of cranberry juice. Causticum is also helpful in treating bedwetting. Further, lycopodium, ursi and are also useful as far as bedwetting goes. Massaging the inner thighs with St. Johns Wort oil is also a very potent home remedy for bedwetting.

The postponing of urination during the day is also a good way to control your urge to answer the call of nature involuntarily at night. The bottomline is one has to practice retention control. The other thing is to make sure that you do not imbibe too much of liquid at night as nature cannot be averted from its normal course.

Many people are ignorant about this ailment. Arteriosclerosis simply means the thickening of the artery walls. However, it has become a common occurrence these days; what with all the junk food around. Nonetheless, you get plenty of symptoms before you get Arteriosclerosis; as you would surly be inflicted with atherosclerosis prior to getting Arteriosclerosis. The symptoms are getting numbness in the lower portion of the feet; due inadequate blood supply. This is because of the shrinking of the veins there. However, any artery of the body may be involved in this. If such a thing is transpiring with you then its time you go in for some cheap, effective and reliable herbal or home treatment. Although, exercising the affected area would give you some temporary relief.

Amongst the many home remedy for Arteriosclerosis is the usage of lemon peel. It has been proven that lemon is very rich in Vitamin P. Vitamin P strengthens the whole arterial system. The shred of lemon peels can be used as garnishing in various dishes.

Parsley is also very effective in treating Arteriosclerosis. Parsley contains certain elements which help to rejuvenate the blood vessels. Apart from this any vegetable juice would be beneficial as a herbal treatment for Arteriosclerosis.