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- Nail Fungus - Treatments And Cure For Nail Fungus - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2008 from Peter samsFungus nails is a unsightly condition which can be difficult to treat. Many patients become very conscious about a fungus nail condition and refuse to wear sandals and have their feet seen in public. It is caused by microscopic organisms called Dermatophytes. Dermatophytes grow in the nail bed, ...
Views: 1208 - Rediscovering Honey's Healing Power - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2008 from Fred BanxHoney has been known for its healing properties for many years as far back as the Ancient Greeks and Egyptians. Even up to world war II, honey was being used for its antibacterial properties in treating wounds and a variety of other health conditions. However, with the advent of penicillin and ...
Views: 666 - Our Health Is Worse With Each Generation - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2008 from Phil BateEverybody with more than 3 brain cells knows (or should) that each generation is less healthy than the one before. What’s happening to us? And, even more important - what can we do about it? The percentage of autistic and ADD/ADHD kids is growing at an alarming rate. And worst of all, ...
Views: 1980(1 vote) - Allergy And Mental Disease - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2008 from Phil BateThe following will come as a surprise to most people, including most medical doctors. Most mental disease is caused by unsuspected brain allergies! This fact was illuminated for me by Dr Marshall Mandell in the early 80’s. He appeared on the Phil Donahue show, and had videos of ...
Views: 2021(1 vote) - The Three Basic Causes Of All Mental "Disease" - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2008 from Phil BateFreud had a lot of great ideas, but the idea that bad toilet training causes mental problems wasn’t one of them. However, Freud and many others since have realized is that stress is a major cause. What causes the stress is a different matter, often overlooked in our “drug ...
Views: 2333 - Autism Improvement Using NT - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2008 from Phil BateOnly in the past few years have some Neurofeedback (NFB) clinicians worked with autistic children. Success has been rare. Few parents can afford the horrible cost, and few clinicians are willing to take on an autistic child, because of the difficulties involved. 1. How do you attach ...
Views: 2137 - Get Rid Of Gout- Naturally Treating Gout Decreases The Chance Of Another Attack - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2008 from Joe BartonStop dealing with the pain and naturally get rid of gout permanently and never worry about another agonizing night-time attack! Though you might feel like you are alone, gout is one of the oldest documented diseases known to mankind. In fact, gout has been diagnosed for over 2,000 years and is ...
Views: 823 - ***Ask Dr. Z - Alternative/Functional Medicine - Healing Comes From Within - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2008 from Dr. Z - Peter ZeischeggAsk Dr. Z - Alternative/Functional Medicine - Healing comes from Within One of my favorite quotes: "The doctor of the future will give no medicine, but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, in diet, and in the cause and prevention of disease." Thomas A. Edison ...
Views: 2107 - ***Ask Dr. Z - Candida Yeast And Thyroid Disease - The Utter Helplessness Of Western Medicine - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2008 from Dr. Z - Peter ZeischeggAsk Dr. Z - Candida Yeast and Thyroid Disease - the utter Helplessness of Western Medicine Content: Quotes for your life I get letters - Never Ever Give Up!!! Dr. Z's comments - The Helplessness of "Western Medicine" Candida and Thyroid "Disease " Illness - ...
Views: 1990 - Natural Gout Treatment – Resources For Constructing A Free Gout Diet Plan - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2008 from John MephamSo much of natural gout treatment requires diet and every gout sufferer has to pay very close attention to what they eat and drink. Imagine how useful a nutrition database on your home computer is; one that you can quickly access, without going to the Internet or 500 page reference books, to ...
Views: 1110 - Natural Gout Treatment – Which Vitamins Are Good For Gout? - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2008 from John MephamOnly a few vitamins have been really researched as contributors to a natural gout remedy. One is vitamin C which a few studies have found lowers uric acid levels somewhat. I have written about vitamin C for gout in earlier articles. Make sure you buy a Vitamin C preparation that contains added ...
Views: 1084 - An Introduction To Solar Sciences - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2008 from Yuga Rishi Shriram SharmaThe sun is said to be the life force of creation. It is because of the sun that life sustains on planet earth. Assuming that for one day the solar deity refuses to rise at dawn life on earth would become chaotic and unruly. Solar rays imbue creatures with zest and zeal and hence the sun is given ...
Views: 1089 - Impotence Remedy- Why Curing E.D. Naturally Is Better Than A Colorful Pill - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2008 from Joe BartonYou might have already heard about the accumulating hype with a natural impotence remedy? Most men are just not going to risk losing their eyesight or hearing by taking the colorful pills which have become an E.D. icon for the last 10 years. You have just joined the millions who are looking ...
Views: 973 - An Incredibly Effective No Diet, No Fasting Lemon Detox - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2008 from Rand KhalilThere are basic natural lifestyle habits which, once incorporated into your daily life, can make a tremendously positive difference to your health. Drinking lemon water is certainly one of them. No article or research needed to convince me about this one, as I have been using lemon juice in ...
Views: 1140 - What You Need To Do Before Undergoing Colon Cleansing - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinThere are various detoxification programs in the market. Just surf the net and visit forums and you will see that there are numerous articles and topics about detox and colon cleansing. In fact, many people in Hollywood are now doing gut cleansing to get rid of excess weight, remove toxins from ...
Views: 639 - Get Rid Of Your Candidaisis The Natural Way - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinAccording to statistics, about 20% of women in the US aged 15 to 55 are suffering from a fungal infection called Candidaisis. Although you can have a candida overgrowth almost anywhere in your body that has skin on it, majority of the cases affect the vaginal area. Symptoms of this disease ...
Views: 762 - Two Ways To Increase Good Bacteria And Improve Your Health - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinThe next time you get an unfavorably high reading from your bathroom scale, be aware that not all of your excess weight come from extra poundage or unwanted fat. Rather, about one pound of your total body mass is made up of billions of live microorganisms thriving inside your digestive tract. ...
Views: 1199 - The Wonderful Benefits Of Detoxification - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinTechnology and industrial advancement may have led to creation of buildings, industries and astonishing machines and equipment that make our lives easier and faster. Due to the increasing population and industrial wastes, however, the environment has suffered so much. There is air and water ...
Views: 699 - Who Wants A Detox, Anyone? - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinSince a lot of Hollywood celebrities have been raving about detoxification and colon cleansing, many people are now interested in undergoing this process. But before you shrug your shoulders and conclude that deep colon cleansing is just another one of the diet fads from Tinseltown, you need to ...
Views: 685 - Why Oprah Can't Put A Responsible Colloidal Silver Advocate On Her Show - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2008 from Steve BarwickEver since Oprah featured the so-called colloidal silver "blue man" on her show, a number of people have written to ask me why I haven't contacted Oprah and asked to be allowed to go on her show in order to give the "other side of the story," so to speak, about colloidal silver and its many ...
Views: 1494 - Water, Water, Water - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2008 from Rayna GangiThe number one killer in the United States is not cancer or heart disease. It is dehydration. The Earth is 70-80% water, and our composition is the same. Our brains are 80% water and cannot transmit electrical impulses without the conductivity of water. Because we are energy, ...
Views: 1724 - Amazing Energy Boosting Secrets Unveiled - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinWork and family can be demanding, especially if you are juggling several jobs at the same time in order to make ends meet and to keep your house from being repossessed. A few days at the beach or a relaxing massage and body scrub in a spa is what you probably need. However, since most Americans ...
Views: 732 - The Healing Wonders Of Pomegranate - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinThe only members of the fruit family that have achieved a celebrity status of sorts are apple, banana and orange. But there are still other fruits out there which are not only delicious, but also full of vitamins and minerals that the body needs. One nutrient-packed produce that not many ...
Views: 1230 - Homeopathic Remedies Could They Be An Option For You? - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2008 from Dori SchwaigerPhilosophy of Homeopathic Remedies Our human body has the capacity to heal itself. The main principal of Homeopathy is "Like may be cured by like." These all natural remedies that are derived from ingredients such as plant, mineral or animal kingdom are used in low dose amounts to combat common ...
Views: 1259 - Cold Sore Lysine - Powerful Medicine for Cold Sores? - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2008 from Denny BodohCold sore lysine. Is it all what they say it is? In this article, discover for yourself the facts about the why and how of cold sore lysine use for oral herpes. Cold sore lysine treatment has been in the news a lot in recent years. Studies continue to show it to be very helpful for relief ...
Views: 3660 - The Randomised Placebo Controlled Double Blind Trial? - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2008 from Arbuthrot SmithThe double blind placebo controlled trial does not work for most complementary medicine. As a doctor I was brought up to view the randomised double blind placebo controlled trial as the “Gold Standard" for medical research. It works more or less as follows:- You have two groups of ...
Views: 2009 - Benefits Of Neem - Home Based Treatments With Neem - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Dr John Anne1. Hair and Nails: Head scalp conditions like dandruff, scaling and even hair loss get better with regular use of Neem. Yellow or brittle nails, caused by the existence of yeast or fungi, are normalized by the use of Neem, hence it is one of the best home treatment. 2. Teeth and Gums: Mouth ...
Views: 1583(1 vote) - Skin Problems And Skin Diseases Treatment - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Peter samsMany problems that appear on the skin are limited to the skin. Sometimes, however, the skin reveals a disorder that affects the entire body. Consequently, doctors often must consider many possible diseases when evaluating skin problems. They may need to order blood tests or other laboratory ...
Views: 777 - "Herbitual" Awakening - Hidden Clues To Alternative Healing Could Be In Your Kitchen Right Now! - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2012 from Will ByronAs a vegetarian I am often asked the question "How do you get your protein without eating meat?" I love to answer this question because I know in that moment there is a chance of changing someone's life forever. At first, the reason I switched to being a vegetarian did not have to do with the ...
Views: 1403 - Angel Healing - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Lenny FeldsottAngel healing and vibrational therapies are alive and well and living throughout the universe. Wherever spirit dwells, so does the desire to help the souls on the physical plane. In the early days of civilization there was no antagonism between medicine and religion. They were considered ...
Views: 1206 - Similarities Of Traditional Chinese Medicine And Ayurveda - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Pamela Nations-WeissmanTraditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Ayurveda use similar diagnostic procedures. In TCM, a constant flow of qi, which is the life force that flows through our bodies and the universe – is central to good health. When there is too little, too much, or stagnating qi, illness results. This ...
Views: 3309 - Squelching The Fire Down Below - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Pamela Nations-WeissmanMany people suffer from conditions such as acid-reflux, heartburn, indigestion and ulcers. In an attempt to remedy the situation prescription medications such as esomeprazole, (also known as Nexium) are often used. This is not only costly – e.g. 30 pills for around $200.00 – but its assortment ...
Views: 899 - The Brighter Side Of Depression - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Pamela Nations-WeissmanAn estimated three to five percent of the world’s population experiences depression at any given moment. Therapy for depression must be individualized for the reason that there are various types of depression, all of which have different underlying causes. There are many prescription ...
Views: 904 - The Medicinal Uses Of Kudzu - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Pamela Nations-WeissmanThe Kudzu plant has many medicinal properties and is one of the earliest medicinal plants used in traditional Chinese medicine. Kudzu contains two isofavones called daidzin and daidzein, which when taken orally may reduce the cravings for alcohol by influencing areas of the central nervous ...
Views: 2387 - Healing With Essential Oils - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2008 from George KeyThe use of essential oils is not limited to aromatherapy and beautiful smelling candles. Essential oils are believed to have some very powerful, medicinal and therapeutic effects. In this article, we will discuss some of the healing uses and properties of various types of essential oils. Pain: ...
Views: 943 - Benefits Of Garlic - Secrets Of This Wonderful Herb - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2008 from Dr John AnneGarlic is an herb that has been with humans since time immemorial. From medical dispensaries to kitchens, it has been serving humans. Garlic is a home treatment for many diseases. Below are some of the diseases in which garlic can be used as home treatment 1. Colds: One of the most common ...
Views: 1188(1 vote) - The Therapeutic Effects of Drumming - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Michael DrakeDrum therapy is an ancient approach that uses rhythm to promote healing and self-expression. From the shamans of Mongolia to the Minianka healers of West Africa, therapeutic rhythm techniques have been used for thousands of years to create and maintain physical, mental, and spiritual health. ...
Views: 5393 - ***Ask Dr. Z - Hypoglycemia, Low Blood Sugar and Psychiatric Disorders - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2008 from Dr. Z - Peter ZeischeggAsk Dr. Z - Hypoglycemia, Low Blood Sugar and Psychiatric Disorders Content: Quotes for Your Life I get letters Hypoglycemia and Psychiatric Disorders - 1966 research Hypoglycemia and Psychiatric Disorders - 2005 research Dr. Z's Comments How to Begin Your first step towards ...
Views: 1457 - ***Ask Dr. Z - Protect Your Eyes, Your Vision - Pleo Muc Eye Drops, CoQ 100 - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2008 from Dr. Z - Peter ZeischeggAsk Dr. Z - Protect Your Eyes, Your Vision - Pleo Muc Eye Drops, CoQ 100 Content: Quotes for Your Life I get letters Dr. Z's comments Your Eyes - Your Vision - a Very Precious Commodity Pleo Muc Eye Drops CoQ100 Dr. Z' Vision Support - SAVE 10% Quotes for Your Life ...
Views: 3298 - Healing With Magnets: Effective Or Futile? - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinYou might have laughed when you came across advertisements of magnetic bracelets being sold to help alleviate countless conditions from cancer to diabetes and headache to arthritis; you thought, it is quite impossible for magnets to help remedy even the slightest ache, not to mention serious ...
Views: 925 - Asthma Cure - Is There Really An Asthma Cure Available - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2008 from Dr John AnneIs There Really a Cure? Millions of people world wide suffer from asthma, which leaves them searching for a cure. But, for many this leads to dead ends and unreliable products that claim to be the great asthma cure. Go to any online search engine and you will find thousands of products claiming ...
Views: 778 - Healing And Horses - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2008 from Dolores ArsteRalph Waldo Emerson said "Riding a horse is not a gentle hobby, to be picked up and laid down like a game of solitaire. It is a grand passion. It seizes a person whole and, once it has done so, he will have to accept that his life will be radically changed." Alternative Healers from all over ...
Views: 1983 - ***Ask Dr. Z - Candida Yeast Related Health Problems? Get holistic on-line alternative Candida Yeast Help NOW! - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Dr. Z - Peter ZeischeggAsk Dr. Z - Candida Yeast related Health Problems? Get holistic on-line alternative Candida Yeast Help Now! Content: What is Candida Yeast? Candida Yeast and Antibiotics Antibiotics linked to Breast Cancer Candida Yeast and other Drugs Sugar, Carbohydrates and Stress Candida Yeast Toxins ...
Views: 1846 - Where The Mind Goes, The Body Follows - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Dr. Brett SaksWe've all heard the old adage, "you are what you eat". Anyone who has ever asked me even the simplest question about health and well-being has always gotten an earful on diet and nutrition! It is true: the quality of the food you eat is directly related to level of physical health you will ...
Views: 4350 - Lose Weight And Feel Great With Juice Fasting - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2008 from Jill SchneiderImproved Digestion With the fiber removed in the juice extraction process, vital juices retain the digestive enzymes that would have gone to digesting and breaking down the tough plant fiber. These enzymes get to work on breaking down old food debris in your digestive tract. The nutrients in ...
Views: 1130 - Naturally Dissolve And Pass Kidney Stones- What Doctors Don’t Want You To Know - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2008 from Joe BartonIf you are suffering from kidney stones and the horrible pain associated with this disease, I've got great news for you! First, kidney stones are usually passed without using any treatment because the body was created to pass kidney stones through normal amounts of hydration (water). And if ...
Views: 790 - Electro-Dermal Testing According To Voll - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2008 from Tom EyrichElectro-dermal testing is a brillant holistic health method of accessing the strength and weakness of all the organs and glands in the body. Each organ and organ system has an associated energy channel called a meridian connected to it. When the organ is functioning well there will be a good ...
Views: 1482 - Foods To Avoid With Cold Sores For Treatment And Prevention - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2008 from Denny BodohFoods to avoid with cold sores are foods that are high in arginine and low in lysine. Get to know these specific foods and you will be amazed how quickly cold sores disappear. Perhaps you have heard - arginine and lysine are two amino acids (protein fractions) found in foods that have a ...
Views: 3345 - ***Ask Dr. Z - Candida-Yeast Infection - Antibiotics, Chronic Fatigue, Ear Infections - Many Chronic Health Problems That Do Not - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2008 from Dr. Z - Peter ZeischeggAsk Dr. Z - Candida-Yeast Infection - Antibiotics, Chronic Fatigue, Ear Infections - many chronic health problems that do not resolve Content: Quotes for Your Life I get letters Candida/Yeast - What is it? Normal Intestinal Flora Candida Yeast and Antibiotics Ear Infections in ...
Views: 1582 - How To Relieve Sinus Pressure - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2008 from April KerrDealing with a cold or hay fever is certainly anything but fun. Blocked sinuses can affect your life badly and can be very draining on your energy. There are so many ways to deal with sinus pressure it can be rather confusing. Have a look around your local drug store and you'll be faced with ...
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