Acne is a problem caused by too much oil being secreted on to the skin by the glands at the base of the hair follicles. The function of the oil is to keep the skin healthy and lubricated but when too much is present the pores can get blocked and this causes a bacterial infection. The normal cause of the excess secretion of oil tends to be hormonal imbalances usually during puberty and often during menstrual periods and possibly pregnancy for females. There are additional causes such as stress and medications which can also have an effect.

There are two types of haemorrhoids, internal and external. Both tend to cause bleeding and some are accompanied by pain. They are often something which a person gets embarrassed about but are actually fairly common.

Bad breath is caused by bacteria in the mouth which cause odour. Sometimes it can be caused by tooth decay or gum disease, throat infections or other medical conditions and these things should be ruled out before applying any herbal treatment.

Heartburn is a nasty burning sensation in the throat or chest which occurs often after eating and when lying down. It can be painful or just uncomfortable and may be caused by reflux where the acid from the stomach comes back out of the top. This can have serious effects on the body if it continues in the long term without being treated and so it is important to discuss the condition with your doctor.