Alternative Health

526. Know About the All Purpose Holistic Medicine By David Chandler
     Understanding what holistic medicine is:Holistic Medicine is a wellness-based approach to medicine. It emphasizes the need to look at the whole person, including analysis of physical, nutritional, environmental, emotional, social, spiritual and lifestyle values. It encompasses all stated modalities of diagnosis and treatment including drugs and surgery if no safe alternative exists. Holistic medicine focuses on education and responsibility for personal efforts to achieve balance and well-be…



527. How to Tap Your Inner Energy Reserves - The Secret You Already Possess By Karen Cohen
     When we were born, our whole body breathed. Every cell was energized with the vitality of the breath. As adults we are amazed (and exhausted) by the relentless nature of children’s energy. We remember the exuberance of our early youth when we breathed with relaxed, open bellies and had an almost limitless supply of energy. Then we began to learn and develop poor breathing patterns. Breathing is not an intellectual activity, yet to reclaim our youthful energy and natural breathing requi…



528. Static Magnetic Therapy: Does It Really Work? By Jeanette Conner
     Recently, a number of articles have been published on static magnetic therapy. Static magnetic therapy is the placement of a magnet field on or near the body to enhance healing, relieve pain and improve body function. The idea of magnetism is not new. Early Chinese medical literature claimed healing properties for lodestrone, a naturally magnetic mineral. For centuries, static magnetic therapy has been used by eastern practitioners to relieve pain and swelling, and to induce healing. Since t…



529. Nature, An ADHD Natural Treatment By Jeannine Virtue
     My mother’s warning; “You are going to rot your brain out...” still rings through my mind whenever I spend too much time in front of the television set.I grew up in a time when mothers shooed their children out - rain, snow or shine - to get a breath of fresh air. Our television set tuned in to only four or five channels and those channels signed off at midnight. It would be years before cable television, satellite dish, VCRs and Nintendo would debut. Lazy summer days were spent riding bicycle…



530. Sick Building Syndrome and Indoor Climate Control By Simon Fowler
     The problem of high levels of CO2 in ambient air appears to be a modern one. Yet, this is not one of the new fads that crop up from time to time and then disappear again, never to be mentioned again. It is, indeed, a modern problem, caused by the improvements in building standards and especially window manufacture. These improvements, hailed as a triumph over the age-old problem of draughty buildings, have nevertheless created a new negative effect. Ventilation was never a matter for discussio…



531. Ginseng: Root of Immortality By Nur Syahid
     Translated to mean man root in Chinese, the name ginseng premises on the belief that the roots, with their attached limbs, resemble a human being. Due to its perceived kinship with the gods, the Chinese named it the root of immortality. Indeed, being closely associated with longevity and masculinity, the ginseng has always been regarded as the King of all tonics among the Chinese.HistoryIn 18th century American folklore, ginseng was thought to have the powers to frighten spirits away. The Jesu…



532. What Kind of Massage is Right for You? By Cathy Taylor
     Massage feels sinfully good, doesn't it? The truth is, massage is one of the best things you can do for yourself; especially during times of change such as menopause.This soothing therapy has been shown to lower blood press, reduce muscle pain, improve joint flexibility and alleviate headaches, just to name a few of its healing powers.Most people think of massage in terms of muscle aches, but it's much more than that. It increases blood flow to your muscles, tissue and every cell in your bod…



533. Anti Aging Tips & Techniques By Balaji B
     Aging occurs due to the growth of the tissues and other elements in side the body. Even the cells grow and die as time passes "there was nothing to stop these changes" but this sentences is no more existing. Man has found ways to slow stop and even reverse the growth of human bodies. Anti aging is a process in which a person can stay young for a long time.Anti aging techniques slows down the aging process so that the person stays young and fit. The main part of the anti aging techniques is the…



534. Gallbladder Disorders And How To Treat Them Using Natural Remedies By Charles Silverman N.D.
     The gallbladder is a 3 to 4 inch-long pear-shaped organ located on the right side of the body, directly under the liver. One of the functions of the liver is to remove poisonous substance from blood so that they can be excreted from the body. The liver excretes all these gathered toxins in a digestive agent called bile. Bile also contains cholesterol, bile salts, lecithin, and other substances. The bile (about one pint of it every day) goes first to the gallbladder, which holds it until food a…



535. Water Therapy: Therapeutic and Esoteric Properties for Your Home Spa Smart Bathing By Oleg Moskvine
     Something New Interesting About Water Therapy."The more I find out, the more I find out I need to know"Water therapy, or hydrotherapy, or balneology is a powerful natural tool you can use at your home spa.What do you know about water therapy (hydrotherapy,balneology)? If you could choose a simple quick method in your home spa to enjoy better wellness, more energy and well-being, would you be interested in learning it ?The good news is that this powerful tool is possible for you …if you have a …



536. What Is A Holistic Practitioner? By Jennifer Shapiro
     Holistic Practitioners are holistic healing professionals with a gift in one or more areas of healing. From bodyworkers to homeopaths to hypnotherapists, the term holistic practitioner has become one that is often challenging to describe or understand. Hopefully this article will provide you with some clarity on what a holistic practitioner is and how to find one that meets your individual needs.Saying holistic practitioner is similar to saying doctor. While there are general practitioners…



537. Nature's Way To Relieve Arthritis Pain By June Parker
     PINEAPPLE AND PAPAYASMedical authorities say that pineapples and papayas can relieve arthritis pain.Research shows that pineapples and papayas have potent anti-inflammatory properties from high levels of bromelain and papain, which are natural enzymes. These enzymes reduce the inflammation in two ways.First, the enzymes neutalize hormones in the body called prostaglandins. These are chemicals that spark pain in the body's nerve cells.Second, they reduce painful pressure from fluid buildup in t…



538. The Effects of Stress By D.S. Braun
     Stress can affect you in four different ways:The Physical Effects of StressThese result in a physically perceived overload. These are present in many forms. One of the first areas to consider is the chemical burden from our modern and affluent lifestyle. Pesticides, fertilisers, additives, sprays and other chemicals which we constantly contact initiate stress reactions within our bodies.In the excellent book "Allergy Overload", Stephen Griffiths alerts us to the 5,000 allowable food additives;…



539. YARROW TEA (Achillea Millefolium) By Simon Mitchell
     An amazing tea that can help with colds and flu, and also help you see in pure colour. Yarrow has an ancient history. The generic name comes from Achilles who, according to legend, saved the lives of his warriors by healing their wounds with yarrow leaves. Crushed and rolled in the hands the plant provides a temporary styptic to check blood flow. Millefolium means 'thousand leaves' which were reputed to help with binding a wound and helping a scab to form. One of this astringent herb's ancien…



540. Making Your Lungs Work Better With Water By Jim Huffman
     All of us know when our lungs aren’t quite working right. We feel sluggish, and our heads feel foggy. It may be that we’re having an upper-respiratory infection, or some other problem.But whatever it is, water will make your system work better, and more quickly take care of whatever the problem is. You will also feel better. The other thing water will do is keep your mouth and throat well-hydrated, because if you have an infection like that, chances are you will be coughing a lot.Coughing is s…



541. Holistic Medicine By C. Bailey-Lloyd
     Holistic Medicine involves natural treatment options like holistic nutrition, herbology, environmental medicine, energy work, mind-body medicine, anatomy, and many other holistic medicine practices.Holistic medicine allows an individual to be treated naturally and establishes a positive balance between body, mind and spirit. Holisitc medicine encourages self-healing. Holistic medicine promotes detoxification by utilizing cleansing herbs. Holistic medicine also teaches nutritional guidelines th…



542. A Year Without Colds By Jerry King
     Colds seem to arrive along with the holiday season but it's not something we look forward to and it's not a present we want. I found a great little solution to this problem several years ago.I am not a doctor and I do not give medical advice. This works for me and it has worked for friends and relatives who I have shared it with. It's effective by stopping the cold before it takes hold. It is very inexpensive and works quickly.You must do this when you feel that tickle in the throat and you …



543. That Popeye Knew a Thing or Two! By Janine Paule
     For a few weeks the lumps in my throat were driving me mad. To make them go away I was eating more, just to try to push them down!! Of course this is the time when all kinds of crazy things go through your mind, especially as a close friend had died recently from thyroid cancer.I finally summoned up enough courage to go and see a recommended ENT specialist, only twenty minutes from my house. The tests he did were amazing. I had a very small tube inserted in my mouth to the back of my throa…



544. Air Fresheners, Or Are They? By Kim Bloomer
     For years I’ve prided myself on believing that I take a very natural approach to the wellness of me and my family. However, I recently ventured into the aromatherapy market and found out, much to my dismay, that I was wrong. One of the primary “no nos” was air fresheners. Let’s not even get started with all the petrochemicals and other chemicals that are in our other products like lotion, shampoo, conditioners, household cleaners, laundry detergents, and well you get the picture.However, I tho…



545. How Can Green Tea Benefit My Family? By Carrie Lauth
     No doubt you've heard of Green Tea and the health benefits you can experience from drinking it.Are you giving your family this powerful antioxidant daily?Here is a refresher on some of the benefits you can experience with Green Tea.Historically, Green Tea has been one of the world's most popular beverages. The Chinese have been drinking it for thousands of years. It is now the second most popular beverage in the world, after water!Green tea is made from the Camellia Sinensis plant...as is blac…



546. Alternatives In Mental Health By Pradeep Chadha
     "Health" and "illness" are contrasting terms. They can be used in physical or in mental context. We know that physical exercise done on a regular basis keeps us healthy. Mental exercise also keeps us mentally healthy. Just like after doing physical exercise we need rest, after mental exercise the mind also needs rest. But we hear the term "physical rest" frequently. The term "mental rest" is rarely used. No doubt then that as mental activities have increased with industrialisation, stre…



547. Hair Analysis By C. Bailey-Lloyd
     What is Hair Analysis? Hair Analysis is a holistic diagnostic test used to determine specific chemicals in the body. Hair analysis may discover radiation levels, heavy metals like aspartame, pesticides and other toxic substances as well. Performing a hair analysis can also detect nutrient imbalances in an attempt to identify cause or causes of health symptoms.Hair analysis is done via a small sample of human hair. Similar to rings of a tree, a hair analysis sample can present levels of element…



548. Limitations You Should Know About When Using the Subconscious For Pain Relief By Ben Plumb
     As powerful as the subconscious can be in relieving pain, it has a number of limitations that you should be aware of before attempting to use it to ease your pain.The use of the subconscious to ease pain can be not only helpful but in some cases may be the only thing that seems to produce lasting relief. But it is not a cure-all. It has some serious limitations that may prevent you from getting results. If you're familiar with its weak points, however, you have a chance to work around them and…



549. Divine Healing By Pankaj Sampat
     WE ARE ALL HERE ON EARTH TO HEAL EACH OTHEREverytime We Speak , All the things We Do , All the Words We Say , Every Person we Meet .... Let it be Such that Healing Happens.Whenever we heal others we are also healing ourselves .By Surrounding Ourselves with Love Energy , By Remaining in a state of Gentleness and Calm , By Being Forgiving to the stupidities , follies and malicious behaviour of others By Being Kind…



550. Back Pain & Muscle Pain - Effective & Natural Pain Treatment Alternatives By Danna Schneider
     Pain and Stress. They seem almost to go hand in hand - not only in their negative connotation, but also in their biological causes and triggers. Back pain and muscle pain is typically caused by inflammation in the proximity where the pain originated, which in turn creates internal pressure, activating pain receptors in the nerve endings and sending the signal (registered as varying levels of discomfort) to the brain.Some people are born with a naturally higher tolerance to pain - what's been…



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