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Backache:
Backache treatment using Garlic
The most important home remedy for backache is the use of garlic. Two or three
cloves should be taken every morning to get results. An oil prepared from garlic
and rubbed on the back will give great relief. This oil is prepared by frying ten
cloves of garlic in 60 ml of oil in a frying pan. Any of the oils which are used as
rubefacients, such as mustard oil. sesame oil, and coconut oil can be used
according to one's choice. They should be fried on a slow fire till they are brown.
After the oil has cooled, it should be applied vigorously on the back, and allowed
to remain there for three hours. The patient may, thereafter, take a warm-water
bath. This treatment should be continued for at least fifteen days.
Backache treatment using Lemon


Lemon is another useful remedy for backache. The juice of one lemon should be
mixed with common salt and taken by the patient twice daily. It will give relief.
Backache treatment using Chebulic Myroblan


The use of chebulic myroblan is beneficial in the treatment of backache. A small
piece of this fruit should be eaten after meals. This will give quick relief.
Backache treatment using Vitamin C
Vitamin C has proved valuable in case of severe backaches. About 2,000 mg of
this vitamin should be taken daily for treating this condition. Considerable
improvement will be noticeable within two days.
Backache treatment using Potato
Raw potato is an ancient home remedy for backache, characterised by
incapacitating pain in the lumbar region, especially in the lower part of the back.
Application of raw potato in the fom of a poultice has been found very effective in
this condition.


Bacterial vaginitis:


Treating Naturally



  • Eat or apply plain yogurt directly to the vagina. Alternatively, a tampon soaked
    in yogurt can be inserted.

  • Garlic has antibacterial and antifungal properties. Garlic can be taken internally
    or can be applied directly on the vagina.

  • Use calendula herb to reduce the inflammation.

  • Herbs like tea tree oil, black walnut, Echinacea and goldenseal are effective in
    treating bacterial vaginitis.

  • Soak a tea bag in water and cool it in refrigerator and then apply it to the
    vagina.

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