Christie Bailey
Contributing Writer
Christie Bailey - Christina Kraynak
Christie is an RN, BSN with a passion for holistic health. Currently, she is pursuing her masters degree to become a holistic nurse practitioner, as well as studying herbalism, aromatherapy, indigenous healing, and mind/body health. She is a Reiki Level 1 practitioner.
Latest Articles
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St. John's Wort, Natural Remedy for Depression and Nerve Damage
St. John's wort is a popular natural remedy for depression, nerve damage, and wounds. Learn more about how to use this potentially toxic herbal supplement.
Jul 17, 2010
- Christie Bailey
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Hops Flower, a Natural Sleep Herb
Hops flower is a traditional herbal remedy for insomnia and stomach complaints. Learn how to use this safe, natural sedative as a tea or tincture.
Jul 10, 2010
- Christie Bailey
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Wood Betony, Natural Remedy for Headache and Indigestion
Once a celebrated cure-all, wood betony is now best known as a natural remedy for headache. Discover the many uses of this safe, obscure herb and its tea.
Jun 10, 2010
- Christie Bailey
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Skullcap Herb
Skullcap is a safe tonic herb used as a natural herbal remedy for insomnia, headache, spasms, neuralgia, and other nervous system disorders.
Mar 28, 2010
- Christie Bailey
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Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
Hydrolyzed vegetable protein, from plants like soy and wheat, is found in hundreds of prepared foods. It is a savory flavor enhancer and is called a hidden source of MSG.
Mar 20, 2010
- Christie Bailey
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Creative Writing Tools for Story Inspiration
Seeking story inspiration? Jump-start your juices and overcome writer's block with a variety of online creative writing tools, including prompts and random generators.
Mar 4, 2010
- Christie Bailey
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Acinetobacter Baumannii Infections
Acinetobacter baumannii, a multidrug resistant bacteria, is a growing source of nosocomial infections in Iraq and at home. It is more difficult to treat than MRSA.
Mar 4, 2010
- Christie Bailey
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Natural Antibiotics Called Lantibiotics
Lantibiotics are antibiotic molecules produced by bacteria. The most well-known lantibiotic, nisin, is used as a natural food preservative.
Feb 21, 2010
- Christie Bailey
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Essential Oils as Natural Food Preservatives
A variety of recent studies support the use of essential oils as safe, natural food preservatives. These may offer an alternative to chemical preservatives.
Feb 15, 2010
- Christie Bailey
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Antimicrobial Properties of Thymol and Carvacrol
Thymol and carvacrol are natural plant chemicals with antimicrobial properties. They are found in essential oils like thyme and are used in products like Listerine.
Feb 7, 2010
- Christie Bailey
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