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Salt therapy is gaining massive popularity worldwide with artificial salt rooms being set up and in home salt therapy devices developed to help those suffering from a range of respiratory conditions.
Salt therapy originated in salt mines centuries ago, when it was observed that salt mine ... Views: 2150
As you get older, loose bags of skin and wrinkles begin to appear under the eyes, however there are some things that may be done to keep them at bay. There are several skin proteins including elastins and collagen, that the body creates naturally to help keep the skin firm, lubricated and ... Views: 2148
The production of green tea is done though slight steaming of fresh Camellia Sinensis leaves. When oxidation takes place, the enzymes inside the tea leaves are converted into polyphenols, which are known for great therapeutication and pharmacological properties.
The main polyphenol ... Views: 2148
To begin with understand that I am not writing this from a “large number of physicians who do not adhere to customary allopathic medical procedures are quacks” standpoint. Exactly the reverse. I shun allopathic wellness practitioners like a pestilence. As I have been searching for a nutritional ... Views: 2146
I. Introduction
American diet contain high in saturated fat, trans fat, and other harmful substances such as sugar, caffeine, pesticides, addictive substances, etc. and less in fruits and vegetables. These types of harmful substances is toxin. Our body detoxified functions try to get rid of ... Views: 2145
You might want to find out as to how to get rid of moles. You will get your answers as you undergo following sentences. You can get rid of those moles with the many painless options now made available to you. They may, however, require you to shell out a lot of cash. If you need affordable ... Views: 2144
Virtually all plants contain some chemicals that can help protect your health and some chemicals that can cause disease. So when you read or hear about a new chemical in a plant, and that the substance helps prevent or treat a disease, you should not go out and try to eat large quantities of ... Views: 2141
Sperm motility is the capability of the sperm to move towards the egg of the female. Some men face difficulty in making their partners conceive due to sperm motility issues. There are several issues related to sperm like inadequate sperm, abnormal sperm and sometime the movement of the sperm ... Views: 2136
Many acid reflux sufferers are asking about a GERD alternative - what foods help heartburn? If you are suffering from Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), you may want to consider how your diet impacts your reflux problems.
Did you know that most acid reflux problems are caused by a poor ... Views: 2136
We each possess a magnificent self-healing body which is always trying to move toward health. Although healing is not always an immediate process, allowing our body to heal on its own terms is the fastest, most efficient way for it to heal. Craniosacral Therapy is an alternative therapy that ... Views: 2135
Did you know?
• More than 4 million Americans (12-19%) suffer from chronic constipation in the USA (including children, adults and elderly).
• 2.5 million annual doctor’s visits are for constipation.
• More than $700 million is spent on over-the-counter laxative products ... Views: 2134
Most doctors don't hesitate to give you medication but know nothing when it comes to a diabetes natural remedy. Why is this? The main reason is because most traditional doctors have no experience or education in alternative remedies. And this is sad considering how many research studies are ... Views: 2132
Back acne is commonly known as “bacne,” it tends to appear on the back, the upper portion of the arms and the butt. It can take numerous forms, such as blackheads, cysts, pustules, and pimples. An acne is usually painful and it forms a profound indention on the skin surface.
There is no ... Views: 2124
Ask 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: 2122
The dark months can create challenges for getting enough sun and Vitamin D. Some issues associated with limited sunlight and Vitamin D3 deficiencies are associated with rheumatoid arthritis, thyroid issues, Seasonal Affective Disorder, depression, fatigue and other disorders. That’s why full ... Views: 2122
Are you one of the thousands of people today who are trying to find a way to avoid gallbladder removal? I don't blame you! Removing your gallbladder (an organ) is not an easy decision. Especially if you know what side effects can occur after removing the organ? However, there are other ... Views: 2122
Chronic kidney disease refers to the slow and progressive loss of kidney function with time. This may occur in a single or both the kidneys. It is different from acute renal failure in that the changes in the kidney function are not sudden but appear over time, many a times it may remain ... Views: 2122
Everybody 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: 2122
Tinnitus is a disorder that affects 36 million people. Tinnitus causes the patient to hear a constant ringing or swishing in one or both ears. Find out how to ease the symptoms of tinnitus naturally.
Symptoms of Tinnitus
Ringing in the ears is often accompanied by other symptoms such as ... Views: 2121
Our society depends on the caregivers in homes, schools, health care facilities, and elsewhere. Often the classic profile of a dedicated caregiver is a person who puts others before him/herself. For these special people the concept of “Taking care of #1” first seems selfish and alien to ... Views: 2113
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Bio-oxidative medicine is the addition of oxygen directly to the tissues of the body in the form of singlet oxygen (lone oxygen atoms) in a highly reactive state. To more fully understand the chemistry involved, ... Views: 2112
You may have heard about the superfood known as chlorella. But do you know how powerful its unique nutrition is?
Let me tell you how chlorella changed one man’s life over 60 years ago . . .
At age 54, Hideo Nakayama had just about given up hope. His doctors had given him no more than 5 ... Views: 2109
Ask Dr. Z - Neuropathy, CoQ10, Pleo Muc, Your Personal Portable Oxygen Bar
Content:
Quotes for Your Life
I get letters
Dr. Z's Neuropathy Kit
Your Personal Portable Oxygen Bar
Quotes for Your Life
"You are not here merely to make a living. You are here in order to enable ... Views: 2108
HOW TO TAKE CARE OF…..YOUR HAIR
The hair, as the eyes or skin, is a living extension of you, has its roots in the blood and feeds from your digestive system. The hair is closely related to the nervous system and not only has a role to adorn your head, but also has a biological function that ... Views: 2108
During the past few months, there has been an outbreak of reports of chemicals, pharmaceuticals, pesticides and toxins being found in our water supply, our food, our air, our soil… just about everything we come in contact with it seems. But, armed with the proper information, there’s no reason ... Views: 2106
Ladies, don't worry! You can tighten your vagina in just a few weeks. And best of all, it's exceptionally simple. So whether you want to tighten your vagina for better sex, or if you've had a child and want to tighten up your love muscles, it's possible with very simple exercises that anyone can ... Views: 2106
Do you crave sugar?
Do you crave sugar filled snacks? a bite of chocolate–after every meal? Do you add sugar to your hot drinks?, or choose highly sweetened cereals to start your day? If they answer to any of these questions is yes, you might just be addicted to sugar. And you are not alone. ... Views: 2103
If you’ve been told your headaches are from stress, you need another opinion, soon. The reality is, any symptoms, seemingly related to stress need more investigation. Stress headaches usually result from chronic stress, but this diagnosis is not correct a good portion of the time. Dr. David ... Views: 2103
Ask Dr. Z - Sugar, Our Children, High Fructose Corn Syrup. Brain Development
Content:
Quotes for your life
I get letters
Sugar consumption and Children
Dr. Z's comments - the trouble with High Fructose Corn Syrup
How to Begin
Your first step towards a healthier life ... Views: 2102
In this competitive world everyone is trying to be successful and Modafinil is the answers to the prayers of all the hard workers who want to succeed in life and achieve their goals. Energy booster drinks and drugs are popular among students and people related to medical profession. But these ... Views: 2101
Throughout the past 60+ years, we have viewed fat as a substance stored in various parts of the body as an "emergency energy reserve." A place for extra calories in the event the system calls on them when needed. The past decade as shown a shift in this thinking. "Extra" is now viewed as ... Views: 2099
Hindi is the official language of Indian countries. Although majority Indians can speak and understand this language well, there are also seven percents people who can not read or write this language. Even many college graduates who are from India countries know Hindi language at all.
Many ... Views: 2098
Energy Psychology is a field of scientific study and clinical application born of ancient meridian-based energy therapy approaches to health wed with psychology techniques. For those supporting health and wellness of the body, mind, and spirit, Energy Psychology is an obvious approach to ... Views: 2097
More and more people are seeking the expertise of an acupuncturist as Chinese Medicine becomes more and more mainstreamed. Acupuncture provides a highly effective way for people to heal themselves naturally. It stimulates, strengthens, and balances the flow of vital energy (Qi) throughout the ... Views: 2094
How To Come Off Drugs
When younger, despite my 'Pollyanna' nature, I used to hang out with some crazy junkies, but never became a user of illicit drugs. The junkie-types were part of life in our town.
I tried not to judge their motives due to some of my own family themselves suffering ... Views: 2093
Physical debility or body weakness is a commonly found health disorder among people of all age groups. Both physical as well as psychological causes play significant roles in forming this health disorder. Some among the common causes reported for the formation of body weakness include depression ... Views: 2092
These days if you are not suffering from the health issues then you are the luckiest person on this planet. People are so fed up with the diseases because even the treatment part sometimes also results in the side effects. So many people all over the world looking for the herbal treatment ... Views: 2087
Aluminum is one of the most common heavy metals in our environment. It is found in a wide variety of materials and objects from common household products through to medical vaccinations. Like all of the heavy metals, aluminum exposure is cumulative and, over time, toxicity levels are reached ... Views: 2087
Osteoarthritis (OA), Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD), degenerative arthritis, osteophytes, arthrosis, spondylosis, hypertrophy, sclerosis, stenosis, sciatica, desiccation - and several other scary terms, all boil down to a single word - arthritis.
There are over 100 different forms of ... Views: 2085
Assuming that one has already procure at least 2 Salvia Divinorum plants, then it would not be a surprise that one would be very much interested in duplicating it to at most 20 by the end of the 3rd month. Considering the fact that it would be very expensive to buy 18 separate cuttings, why ... Views: 2085
Alopecia areata is considered to be an auto-immune condition in which the body’s immune system, specifically the white blood cells, attack the hair follicles, leading to hair loss, which can be on the scalp or elsewhere.
In most cases of alopecia, the hair falls out in small round patches ... Views: 2084
In March 2010 we opened our doors to the Live Well Holistic Health Center in Ardmore, PA, and we’re very excited to be here on the Main Line, offering a natural approach to health and healing to the greater Philadelphia area.
Dr. Martin Orimenko, DC, ND, FIACA is both the director and one of ... Views: 2083
I often see bitter and angry comments (no doubt from people who were as starry-eyed as I once was), about anything that is not Gold Standard or Optimal EFT. This is why I ask for open minds, open hearts, and more positivity.
It is all too easy for people to attack what is out there that ... Views: 2082
On occasion I have powerful, disturbing dreams. In once instance during a reiki session the dream became not a dream but it felt so real it terrified me. I was absolutely convinced that I had murdered two people and buried them in a basement even though in ‘real life’ the house did not have a ... Views: 2079
States throughout the country have banned smokers from public areas. Numerous business organizations have declared their work environments to be smoke-free, and are sanctioning employees if they smoke during work hours. Smokers subject themselves to cold weather and the elements, and smoke away ... Views: 2079
Bioenergetic Psychology: New Ways to Resolve Symptoms of Difficult Issues
By Damaris Drewry, Ph.D. Psychology
Have you been afraid that you will have a stroke, heart attack, breast cancer or diabetes because a parent did? Only 5% of cancer and cardiovascular disease is inherited (Wallett ... Views: 2078
The incidence of Diabetes is growing at an alarming rate. There are three main types of Diabetes. One of them is Diabetes Mellitus. This is also referred to as Non insulin dependent Diabetes Mellitus (NIDDM).
Diabetes Mellitus is a variable disorder of carbohydrates metabolism caused by a ... Views: 2076
It is seldom indeed that someone "dies of laughter." On the contrary, we are now finding that laughing just might be a key element to living longer.
The old saying "Laughter is the best medicine" is timeless. Even back in the 1700's Voltaire observed, "The art of medicine consists of keeping ... Views: 2076
Every woman deep inside her heart wishes that her vagina remains tight and in shape all her life but the aging process is bound to take its toll on the body and vagina is no exception and it is one of the fastest aging parts of the body as it becomes loose in the very early thirties. The biggest ... Views: 2076
Bitter Melon, also known as Karela, Momordica Charantia or Bitter Gourd is a herb that helps regulate blood sugar levels and keeps body functions operating normally. It contains Gurmarin, a polypeptide considered to be similar to bovine insulin, which has been shown in experimental studies to ... Views: 2075