Herbalism

: Origanum majorana L. widely used in Jordan and other Mediterranean countries as a flavoring and herbal spice. An infusion of the plant is used for treatment of internal diseases, haemorrhoids, pains, and animal bites and poisons. In this study, I attempted to identify the possible antinociceptive action of Origanum majorana methanol leaf extract using tail immersion, hot plate, and writhing tests. The antinociceptive effect of the methanol extract of Origanum majorana (MEO) leaves was…

Herbal drugs have been used since the olden days. By the term “herbal” itself, it is from the plant origin and believed to be medicines for the treatment of a range of diseases. As a matter of fact, medicinal plants have played a major role in the well-being of the world population. However, there is a decline in the widespread application of phytotherapy, observed at the end of the first part of twentieth century. Plants still make an important contribution to healthcare in spite of the great…

Further evidence for the in-vivo anti-inflammatory activity of Nasturtium officinale Abstract: Ethnopharmacological relevance: Aerial parts of Nasturtium officinale R. Br. are used traditionally in Iran as a folk medicine in different illnesses which include bronchitis, asthma, diabetes, hypertension, and renal colic. Aim of the study: In the present study, the anti-inflammatory activity of hydro-alcoholic extract from aerial parts of N. officinale was investigated in acute and sub¬¬-acute…

Newsmax tells about the five cultures that have strong focuses on natural medicine: Native Americans, Middle and Near Easterners, the Maori culture in New Zealand, Chinese and Indian (Holistic). Native Americans use their “native medicine” that is based around man being part of nature and nature being part of man (Holistic). In the Middle and Near East, their alternative medicine practices date back to 2635 BC (Holistic). The physicians then, most commonly women, started the use of mummification…

“A wise man ought to know that health is his most valuable possession”- Hippocrates. In the very beginning, ancient healers used prehistoric medicinal herbs to aid with diseases. Many different religions and races contributed to today’s knowledge of health care in a variety of ways. The outbreak of many diseases in the Dark Age resulted in vital forms of medicine used on a daily basis for the wellness of the human population. Primitive people were superstitious and believed disease was a…

Mexican Culture Healthcare Kaci Caldwell Tri County tech Culture Article Review Mexican Culture Healthcare The Mexican traditional medical practice was based on the belief of the Greeks, brought on by the Spaniards. It has been said that a balance of blood, phlegm, black bile, and yellow bile are what’s needed for good health or Reinert. They also believed that if you became sick, it was because you were out of balance by having either too much heat or cold. If given penicillin, it was…

Kratom is a plant that is native to Southeast Asia. The leaves are often used to treat medical problems. Below is a list of benefits that can be reaped from using Kratom: Alleviate Pain Many people turn to over-the-counter medications when they are experiencing pain. However, Kratom has been shown to be just as effective for alleviating pain as over-the-counter medications. Kratom can also help alleviate the symptoms that are caused by alcohol and opiate withdrawal. Boost Immune System…

Ethical dilemma An ethical dilemma is a disagreement between two moral decisions and it does not have satisfactory solution. Both the decisions are right and it is very hard to make a decision(Fant, 2012). Nurses always deal with ethical dilemmas in their workplace due to the unique personal and ethical values than another nurses, physicians, patients, family and other health care team. What is ethical dilemma here? An ethical dilemma is a decision about the treatment of a child suffering from…

Previously discussed in my posting this week, as working professionals in the healthcare field of nursing, we need to briefly assess the culture and the values our patient’s practice. In the diverse community we live in, we will encounter with patient’s who practice different beliefs, experiences and personal values, other than the one’s we practice. Nurses need to be aware of these cultural differences to be able to provide compassionate and competent patient care (Blais & Hayes, 2011). My…

In the article, “Why Plants Are (Usually) Better Than Drugs” by Dr. Andrew Weil, Dr. Weil argues that using whole herbs, as opposed to drugs containing isolated compounds, is a better method of medicine. He discusses the benefits of using herbal treatments to gently heal the body, naturally achieving health by providing the necessary elements for the body to heal itself. By isolating a single compound, and excluding the other compounds, we are missing out on potential health benefits. These…