Hair loss is a common problem that increases in intensity with age. The reasons could be complicated and varied. If hair fall is severe, we highly recommend that you consult a trichologist, but you can try these simple home remedies to stop hair loss if it is not severe: Coconut milk treatment You will require 1 cup of coconut milk for this hair loss treatment. Make sure your hair is dry. Apply coconut milk over your scalp using a hair color brush. Roll your hair up and clip it. Cover your head with a shower cap or bath towel and leave it on for 30 minutes or until your scalp is evenly nourished. Then, remove the shower cap and rinse your hair with a mild shampoo. Washing your hair in warm or hot water would make your hair brittle and dry and increases hair loss. So, ensure that you wash your hair with cold water as it helps to soften your hair. Why this works : Coconut milk is rich in potassium and vitamin E that help to moisturize your hair from deep within and promote hair growth. It has minerals and essential fats that can help in reducing the breakage of hair.

Obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is considered a group of diseases that affects the lungs. Three of the main diseases associated with COPD are and refractory (non-reversible) asthma, emphysema, and chronic bronchitis. Emphysema occurs when there is damage to the lung’s air sacs called alveoli. This damage causes air to stay in the lungs making it hard to exhale. Bronchitis is when the bronchioles become inflamed causing mucus to become trapped and breathing very restricted and difficult.  When any of these three conditions last for an extended period of time, they are considered COPD. Doctor-prescribed treatments for COPD include: Corticosteroids that help to reduce inflammation in the lungs.  Bronchodilators, which are used to relax the muscles and allow easier breathing.  Supplemental oxygen to help bring oxygen to the blood and other areas of the body.  An incentive spirometer, as part of oxygen therapy to help strengthen the lungs, and  Breathing exercises (i.e., tripod position) to help improve breathing. In addition to medically-prescribed treatments, the following home remedies may help: Plants and spices Alternative health practitioners recommend several plants and spices to lessen COPD symptoms. For instance, eucalyptus oil is often used to break up and lesson phlegm and congestion. Whereas oregano oil works as a natural antihistamine because it contains both rosmarinic acid and carvacrol, which act as decongestants.  Ginger Ginger in its many forms (i.e., spices, tea, or essential oil) has many perks for COPD patients.

If you have eczema, you’re familiar with the pain of living with a skin condition that causes flare ups of inflamed, red, scaly, cracked, and even blistery skin. Eczema strikes almost 32% of Americans, mostly during the childhood years, but many patients don’t outgrow the condition. Eczema is considered a type of “atopic dermatitis”, which refers to any skin condition that causes chronic skin inflammation. For relief, many patients use a combination of doctor-prescribed medications, over-the-counter topical creams, and home remedies to help replenish moisture and protect the natural skin barrier: 1. Opt for loose, airy clothing What you wear in addition to what you eat and use on your body can greatly affect eczema. For instance, tight fitting or abrasive clothing and fabrics (i.e., pantyhose, tights, spandex pants, and scratchy fabrics like wool) may chaffe or irritate eczema prone skin. The best remedy is to wear, loose, airy clothing that allows skin to breathe (i.e., cotton, linen, etc.). 2. Eczema diet While every eczema patient reacts to certain foods differently, there are specific “trouble foods” that may exacerbate eczema symptoms, for instance, cinnamon, citrus fruits, dairy, tomatoes, wheat gluten, and soy are common eczema triggers among patients. Instead, health professionals recommend a diet that encompasses a balance of healthy fats (i.e., salmon, trout, and other omega 3 fatty acid-rich fish for joint and skin support), as well as an array of fruits and vegetables (i.e., spinach, apples, cherries, kale, etc.), which also happen to be natural anti-inflammatories.  3.