{"id":219758,"date":"2023-09-18T09:28:04","date_gmt":"2023-09-18T07:28:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/atena.sk\/blog\/harnessing-natural-medicines-the-power-of-alternative-medicine\/"},"modified":"2023-09-18T16:21:29","modified_gmt":"2023-09-18T14:21:29","slug":"harnessing-natural-medicines-the-power-of-alternative-medicine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/atena.sk\/blog\/en\/harnessing-natural-medicines-the-power-of-alternative-medicine\/","title":{"rendered":"Harnessing natural medicines: the power of alternative medicine"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In navigating the elder care field, caregivers are constantly searching for treatments that offer efficacy without compromise. Although modern medicine provides a solid foundation, the regenerative effects of alternative medicine are increasingly appreciated. Many caregivers focus on the old secrets of herbs. Let&#8217;s review some of the herbs that have proven themselves in studies.<\/p>\n\n<!--more-->\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Turmeric (Curcuma longa)<\/h2>\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>What makes it special:<\/strong> Curcumin, the main active ingredient in turmeric, has shown significant anti-inflammatory effects. According to a 2017 study published in the journal<em>&#8220;Foods<\/em>,&#8221; curcumin matches or even <strong>surpasses ibuprofen<\/strong> in reducing <strong>arthritis-related<\/strong> pain, but without the side effects on the digestive tract.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use:<\/strong> In addition to arthritis relief, curcumin is shown to be effective in slowing the progression of Alzheimer&#8217;s disease and relieving indigestion. Adding turmeric to food or drinking tea containing turmeric can be both tasty and medicinal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ginger (Zingiber officinale)<\/h2>\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>What makes it special:<\/strong> In 2016, a review published in the journal<em>&#8220;Integrative Medicine Insights<\/em>&#8221; highlighted the effectiveness of ginger against <strong>nausea<\/strong>, especially <strong>post-operative nausea<\/strong> and <strong>chemotherapy-induced<\/strong> nausea. In some cases, ginger has been found to be <strong>more effective than<\/strong> prescription anti-nausea <strong>drugs<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use:<\/strong> In addition to its anti-nausea properties, ginger may also be beneficial for overall digestive health. Seniors can benefit from its beneficial effects through ginger tea, ginger candies or even ginger foods.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)<\/h2>\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>What makes it special:<\/strong> A study published in the<em>&#8220;Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand<\/em>&#8221; found that inhaling lavender essential oil can <strong>reduce levels of cortisol<\/strong>, a stress hormone, and thus promote relaxation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use:<\/strong> Its calming properties make it ideal for seniors who struggle with anxiety or sleep disorders. Using lavender sachets, essential oils or drinking lavender tea can have calming effects.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla)<\/h2>\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>What makes it special<\/strong>: According to a study in the journal<em>Molecular Medicine Reports<\/em>, chamomile extract has potential <strong>sleep-enhancing<\/strong> properties, with some results suggesting it is <strong>as effective as benzodiazepine drugs<\/strong>, but with fewer side effects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use:<\/strong> Chamomile can be beneficial for seniors who suffer from insomnia or inflammatory conditions. Warm chamomile tea before bedtime can set the stage for restful sleep.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why choose herbal alternatives<\/h2>\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Gentle on the body:<\/strong> most herbs are gentle and have minimal side effects, which is especially beneficial for the sensitive condition of seniors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Economical:<\/strong> Many herbs are gentler on the wallet compared to prescription drugs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>All-round health:<\/strong> Herbs don&#8217;t just address symptoms. They aim to improve overall wellbeing and offer a holistic approach to health.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Let <a href=\"https:\/\/atena.org\">Atena<\/a> help you<\/h2>\n\n<p>Always keep in mind that although the allure of herbal treatment is strong, its inclusion should be done under the guidance of health professionals, especially for seniors.<\/p>\n\n<p>Caregivers who are committed to providing the best care may find alternative medicine a rewarding avenue to explore. For those caregivers looking to connect with seniors who value holistic approaches, <a href=\"https:\/\/atena.org\">Atena <\/a>is ready to be your partner. Start your journey into compassionate care with us!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dive into the world of herbs like turmeric, ginger, lavender and chamomile that are changing the face of senior care and are backed by solid research.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":20,"featured_media":219624,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[56,341],"tags":[],"acf":{"facebookpost":"Imagine if there was something cheap, harmless and healthier than some of the ? medications that many of us need almost every month, like benzodiazepine or ibuprofen? No need to imagine! You just need to have a little knowledge about herbs ???. 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