Pink Health Dictionary

See conjunctivitis.... pink-eye

Manufactured herbal preparation sold at botánicas and used for women’s health conditions, including menopause, infertility, vaginal infections, menstrual irregularities and uterine fibroids.... lydia pinkham

Spigelia marilandica. N.O. Loganiaceae.

Synonym: Carolina Pink, Indian Pink, Maryland Pink, Worm-grass.

Habitat: Southern states of U.S.A

Features ? Imported root is rather less than a quarter of an inch thick, cup-shaped scars on upper surface, many rootlets underneath.

Part used ? Root.

Action: Anthelmintic.

Widely used throughout the United States, where it is considered the best of the vermifuges, and is given to both children and adults suffering from the pests. A purgative such as Senna is usually added, as it is said to cause the Spigelia to act more quickly and effectively. An infusion of 1 ounce to

1 pint is given night and morning, in doses varying with the patient's age up to one teacupful for adults.

In this country such remedies as Tansy and Wormwood are more commonly prescribed in the treatment of worms.... pinkroot

Pink Eye or Viral Conjunctivitis is commonly associated with other upper respiratory tract ailments, such as flu, cold or sore throat. At times, this affection is consistent with tearing and itching or it can be a congenital problem in which case you need to talk to your doctor about it, in order to stop it from developing in time. Having a pink eye can also be caused by a series of heart problems: in cases of heart attacks or strokes, the blood veins sometimes erupts in the eye area. How a Tea for Pink Eye Works A Tea for Pink Eye’s main purpose is to make sure that your body produces enough antibodies to treat the affected area and stop this infection from developing again. The best Tea for a Pink Eye must contain a high amount of nutrients, natural enzymes, volatile oils and be very low on acids. When taking a cure to treat this affection, remember this is a medical remedy and must be taken according to specifications. If you’re not sure about a certain decoction, ask a specialist in order to gather more information. Efficient Tea for Pink Eye When choosing a Tea for Pink Eye, you must keep in mind the fact that it must be both very efficient and one hundred percent safe. Pink eye is not a very serious condition and you can only treat it if you also treat the problem that triggered it in the first place. Since this is not an important health problem, it’s best to try an herbal remedy before rushing on to the drug store. If you don’t know which teas are best for you, here’s a list to help you out: - Green Tea – this wonderful herbal treatment must be in all medicine cabinets in the world! Its active constituents can cleanse your entire body and energize your system. However, always make sure that you’re following the instructions. Don’t take it if you’re experiencing menstrual or menopausal pains in order to avoid uterine and abdominal contractions. - Ginkgo Biloba Tea – used for a number of other affections, this Tea for Pink Eye will improve your circulation, your respiratory system health, which will make your eye get back to normal. Just make sure you don’t drink more than 2 cups per day in order to avoid other complications like diarrhea or upset stomach. - Chamomile Tea – of course, you must never forget the world’s greatest panacea! It’s also good for digestive, respiratory and circulatory problems and it will nourish your nervous system in no time! This tea for Pink Eye is one hundred percent safe so you can drink as much as you want. Tea for Pink Eye Side Effects When taken properly, these teas are generally safe and have no side effects at all. However, exceeding the number of cups recommended per day might lead to nausea or vomiting. Before starting a treatment based on herbs, ask your doctor about the risks and make sure there’s nothing that could interfere with your treatment. Once you have the medical approval, choose a tea that fits best your needs and enjoy its health benefits!... tea for pink eye

a severe illness of children of the teething age, marked by pink cold clammy hands and feet, heavy sweating, raised blood pressure, rapid pulse, photophobia, loss of appetite, and insomnia. Affected infants are very prone to secondary infection, which may be fatal. It has been suggested that the condition is an allergic reaction to mercury, since it used to occur when teething powders, lotions, and ointments containing mercury were used. Although there is no definite proof of this, the disease has virtually disappeared since all mercury-containing paediatric preparations have been banned. Medical names: acrodynia, erythroedema, erythromelalgia.... pink disease

the typical appearance of a patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, who is breathless and flushed. See also blue bloater.... pink puffer