Edith Lingenfelter

Sinusitis is the blocking of the sinus passageways because of inflammation or excess mucus. These passageways consist of four sets of open spaces within the bones surrounding the eyes and nose. Above the eyes (frontal sinuses); to either side of the nose, inside the cheekbone (maxillary sinuses); behind the bridge of the nose (sphenoid sinuses); and in the upper nose (ethmoid sinuses).

Ulcers are open sores or lesions in the lining of the gastrointestinal tract which form when the mucous lining fails to protect the digestive tract or when there is too much stomach acid.

Eczema; also known as atopic or contact dermatitis, can appear at any age and often runs in families with history of allergic disorders such as hay fever and asthma. Other causes may be food allergies, sensitivity to perfumes and chemical reactions. In addition, skin eruptions can be intensified by anger, anxiety or frustration.

Bronchitis is a common respiratory disorder in which one or more of the lung's airways (bronchi) become inflamed, irritated or infected. As the lining of the bronchi swell, mucus builds up, causing an irresistible urge to cough and clear the throat.

Garlic is one of the most valuable foods on this planet and has been used for thousands of years for many diseases and illnesses. It is a member of the onion family and the world's second oldest medicine - the first being Ephedra.

Fever is an elevation in body temperature above normal and is not necessarily dangerous unless it climbs higher than 103 degrees Fahrenheit. Normal body temperature varies from person to person and fluctuates widely throughout the day. Normal body temperature is generally considered to be within the range of 98 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit.

Herbs, seasonings and spices are usually derived from natural foods and contain small amounts of nutrients; basically, because they are consumed in small amounts. Some give variety to the flavor of foods, some encourage the flow of digestive juices and some may have healing or soothing actions and can be purchased as nutritional supplements.

Glaucoma is a neurodegenerative disorder characterized by an increase in pressure of the fluid within the eyeball (intraocular pressure), that leads to optic nerve damage and if not treated, causes impaired vision and sometimes blindness. It is found more often in those who are over 40, and in women more than men.

Diverticulitis is the inflammation of the small pouchlike (diverticula) found along the large intestine (colon). Once diverticula develop, they do not go away. The diverticula themselves cause no symptoms, but when food particles become lodged in them, the colon becomes inflamed and infected.

Hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, is a condition in which there is an abnormally low level of sugar (glucose) in the blood. This most often results from the over-secretion of insulin by the pancreas.