What are Natural Remedies?

Natural remedies are substances offered to us by nature. They are entirely safe and will not produce side-effects when used as indicated. Natural remedies include vitamins, minerals, enzymes, amino acids, herbs, homeopathics, tissue salts and essential fatty acids. They have proved successful for thousands of years. Although the chemical nature and actions of various natural remedies are only now being studied, the anecdotal evidence that generations of use provides clearly reveals the effectiveness of natural remedies. The natural treatments outlined in this encyclopedia are based on ancient medical heritage and folk knowledge of plants and medicinal herbs in conjunction with scientific medical achievements. Modern society has largely alienated people from nature, especially the healing power of whole foods, plants and herbs. A new awareness of our intimate relationship with the natural world and its ability to restore health is now being realized. Natural remedies are not only effective, but they are also safe and gentle, making them ideal for home use and self application. Of course, any remedy can cause undesirable effects with overuse or improper use, and natural remedies are no exception. Herbs discussed in this encyclopedia and commonly sold in health food stores, provide low-risk treatment as long as they are taken as directed and in their natural, whole state.

The goal of natural therapies is to restore health by stimulating the body's natural ability to heal itself. Herbs, homeopathic remedies and tissue salts, food supplements, nutrition, water therapy and various other natural remedies support the immune system, stimulate the body's detoxifying action, provide nourishment for rejuvenation, strength and resistance to disease. Natural remedies are recommended as a temporary supplement to improve health to the point where the body is able to sustain itself through natural living and healthy habits.

Since the body naturally works toward optimum health, any healthy change to your lifestyle will provide rewarding results. Start with something simple, something that can easily fit into your lifestyle, and enjoy the benefits of renewed health, happiness and vitality.