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- Three Fast Ways to Create an Alkaline Body - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2009 from Dr. James ChappellFor those with an urgent need to build an alkaline body, there are three alkalinity boosters that are reliable, effective, and inexpensive. They complement and accelerate the overall movement towards an alkaline body caused by eating more fruits and vegetables, and eating less sugar and animal ...
Views: 36349(2 votes) - Flush Uric Acid and Cure Gout Naturally - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Joe BartonIf you flush uric acid then you will cure gout naturally! Unfortunately, most people do not realize how simple flushing uric acid can be. Are you a person who is relying on an expensive painkiller to treat your arthritis problem? If you are taking medication for your sole treatment for gout, ...
Views: 34362 - Natural Gout Remedies - Cure Gout in 2 Hours or Less - by Submitted on May 26, 2009 from Joe BartonIf you are looking for immediate pain relief and a simple way to cure the cause of gout, you may want to try some natural gout remedies. For many people, natural remedies are still sometimes considered taboo. Westernized medical establishments have done everything possible to trick us into ...
Views: 30792(1 vote) - Quick Relief From Ear Pain - Home Remedies For Earache - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2007 from Peter rodrickIf you are looking for earache remedies then you are at the right place because in next 15-20 minutes I will tell you how to get relief from earache with some simple but useful earache home remedies But if the condition is severe then contact your doctor immediately. Do not waste time on ...
Views: 30075(4 votes) - ***How Distant Energy And Chakra Healing Works - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2019 from Michael MohoricChakras are subtle energy centers in the spine. They govern every aspect of life. The chakras have been written about in many ancient writings from different cultures especially yoga philosophy. Traditionally most texts recognize 7 major chakras and some systems show other minor chakras. ...
Views: 26655(1 vote) - Sea Salt Detox For Cleansing - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongSome naturopathic practitioners recommend taking a sea salt detox for cleansing to aid in the removal of toxins from the digestive tract. This is an alternative remedy to taking harsh and commercial medications to treat digestive ailments like constipation, gas and bloating. The sea salt detox ...
Views: 21731(1 vote) - Foods to Avoid for Urinary Tract Infection - 5 Types of Foods to Stay Away - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonUrinary tract infection or UTI is one the most common infections that anybody could have. Genetics is one the causative agents of UTI, so some people were unfortunately left with no choice. However, there is one best option to prevent or treat urinary tract infection and that would be through a ...
Views: 21158 - Bio-Energy Healing - by The bio-energy field of a human consists of subtle bodies with their energetic potentials, and which give strength and power to the biological field. Energetic potential depends on the conditions of physical and psychic health, and, perhaps, astrological factors. For example, experienced ...
Views: 20673(2 votes) - How To Cure Piles Naturally And Permanently Without Surgery? - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2013 from Aiden SmithHemorrhoids, best known as piles can be well cured by following a healthy lifestyle with medication. Here, we are going to see how to cure piles naturally and permanently without surgery. Planning a daily diet schedule is one of the main natural ways to prevent the occurrence of piles. How many ...
Views: 20160 - Vitamin C - The Overlooked Miracle Drug - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2008 from Phil BateIn medical school, there is little or no time spent on vitamins, and thousands of hours of instructions spent on pharmaceuticals (drugs). As a result, most MD’s are “educationally handicapped” about vitamins. In the days of “wooden ships and iron men”, the most ...
Views: 18308 - What to Do When Urinary Tract Infection Antibiotics Don’t Work - UTI Natural Remedies? - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Joe BartonYou have probably experienced what thousands already have this year… urinary tract infection antibiotics that do not work. Did you know that 1 in 4 people who use UTI antibiotics will be repeat sufferers? Unfortunately, antibiotics are most doctors' best treatment for this painful infection. ...
Views: 18308(1 vote) - The Key Benefits of Prostate Massage Therapy For Men's Health - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2011 from Paul RodgersRegular exercising and maintaining a healthy diet are considered the two most significant issues that lead to a healthy body. This is true for both males and females. However, there exists one routine that is exclusive for males. This is prostate massage. It is a procedure which will cleanse ...
Views: 17085 - Common Causes of Mystery Muscle Twitches - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2011 from Jaime HeidelIf you’re suffering from mystery symptoms, the last thing you want to hear is it’s “all in your head.” Muscle twitches can be annoying and embarrassing and may be caused by anything from autoimmune disease to dehydration. Find out what causes mystery muscle twitches and what to do to get rid of ...
Views: 16999(1 vote) - Dissolve Gallstones Naturally - 5 Most Effective Ways - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonOne of the reasons why surgery is being assailed as a treatment option for gallbladder disorder is because it deals with the removal not only of the stones but the gallbladder itself. In fact, doctors who often recommend this treatment are criticized for not considering the possible outcomes ...
Views: 16978(2 votes) - Emotions Energy In The Right And Left Side Of The Body - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2015 from Suzanne ZachariaWhen learning energy healing, one soon learns that for most people, the right side of us is the male side and the left side is the female side. So what does it all mean and how does it relate to our emotional state? Of course, there are exceptions. There is no reason why someone should not be ...
Views: 16946 - Home Remedies For Hematuria That Give Amazing Results - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2012 from Elvira FilinovichA condition in which blood is observed in the urine is known as hematuria. There are certain factors which can cause hematuria such as: 1. Cancer of kidney, bladder or prostate 2. Hypercalciuria 3. Sickle cell anemia 4. Certain medications 5. Enlargement of the prostate gland 6. Heavy ...
Views: 16791 - Reflexology and the Adrenals - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2009 from Wendy CoadIf you've ever doubted what these two little "Endocrine System Glands" can do, just watch the news sometime. Anytime you hear of some heroic headline – "Firemen Rush into Burning Building", or "Mother Lifts Car off Trapped Child"...the adrenal glands are implicated (such as in acts of strength ...
Views: 16638(3 votes) - Smoking Questionnaire - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2014 from Jon RhodesTherapeutic Questions For Quitting Smoking If you wish to give up smoking then this questionnaire can help. If you answer these questions honestly, they can reveal your subconscious drives to smoke – some of which you may not have realised! They can help you understand why you smoke, which ...
Views: 16022(3 votes) - Optimizing Thyroid Function - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Connie SanchezThe Thyroid Foundation of American reports that about 13 million Americans have thyroid disorders, of which nearly 11 million are women and more than half are undiagnosed 1. In his book, Thyroid Power, Dr. Richard L. Shamus concurs with the above and writes, “Although extremely common, low ...
Views: 15437(3 votes) - Amazing Eye exercises for diplopia to Improve Vision Naturally - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2012 from Jeffrey GonzalesDiplopia or more known as double vision, is much more of a common issue than you may think. It's hard for people living with double vision to have an accurate judgment of where exactly things are around them. Having diplopia cause a great deal of strain on the eyes which actually can make ...
Views: 14996 - Ways to Tell If Your Vagina is Big and Loose Or Small and Tight - Is Your Vagina Normal Size? - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2017 from Banks RobertWhat is considered the normal size for the vagina? To give an accurate answer, not only could it prove to be difficult, but the chances are high in upsetting a lot of women if they have an issue with the size of their vagina. Women are funny creatures that frequently worry over the least little ...
Views: 14803 - Why Do Hemorrhoids Return? - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Rudi SturleseFirstly it is important to understand what a hemmoroid is, then understand why they come back. A hemorrhoid is like a varicose vein, except that these veins are in the anus area. Pressure is exerted in the vein continuously until such time that the vein walls collapses, that's the ...
Views: 14486(3 votes) - Home Remedies For Broken Bones To Ease Pain And Swelling - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2012 from Aiden SmithFractures or broken bones can be caused to anybody. It is most common in young children and the elderly. Fracture is basically of two types closed and simple. Broken bones can be caused due to serious falls or accidents. Symptoms of fractures may include severe pain, inability to move the ...
Views: 14410 - Wayne Dyer's Leukemia Healing Journey - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2012 from Jackie Roberge“The Leukemia is the body’s way of healing. I think we have to live in harmony with it (cancer) and not be so terrified of it and not be trying to kill it.” Wayne Dyer’s cancer journey has taken him from initial disbelief to a place of acceptance and love and, more importantly, at 71 he is ...
Views: 12974(1 vote) - Removal of Mucoid Plaque Through Colon Cleansing - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongIf you are looking for an alternative solution to curing your symptoms, colon cleansing for the removal of mucoid plaque is an option that you can seriously consider. Mucoid plaque is something in your body that most people would not have heard of. However, it is pretty well known among ...
Views: 12936 - Home Remedies For Boils That Give Amazing Results - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2012 from Elvira FilinovichInfection caused by bacteria which usually occurs in the hair follicle of an individual is known as boil. These boils are caused by the growth of staphylococcus germs which enter our body through sweat glands. Unhealthy food style, chronic diseases, improper bowel movement and excessive alcohol ...
Views: 12672 - 4 Powerful Ways to Maximize the Energy-Boosting Benefits of D-Ribose - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2007 from Steve Barwick[An exclusive interview with George Foss, former general manager of Kayser Nutrition, southern California’s health food store chain to the wealthy and famous for 52 years. George has been called a “walking repository of nutritional supplement research knowledge,” and is a long-time consultant ...
Views: 12550(2 votes) - Knock Out Cold Sores, Allergy and Panic Attacks Using Benadryl - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2011 from anuradha thakurBenadryl is an anti allergic remedy for treating allergies such as cold, sore throat and many more. It can be the best solution to suppress all types of allergy, running nose, and viral infection. Benadryl to treat cold sore and allergy Herpes are the main reason for the cause of cold. ...
Views: 12359 - How to Cure Pleurisy With Natural Home Remedies? - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Peter FilinovichPleura is a vital membrane that envelopes lungs and lines the inside part of the chest. If this membrane is inflamed it leads to pleurisy. Pleurisy can be limited to only one side of our chest or it can cover the both sides. Small epidemics can lead to pleurisy as well as an effect of a ...
Views: 12062 - Alternative Therapies for Glaucoma - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukGlaucoma is actually a group of eye diseases that are often caused by increased pressure inside the eye. Unless the pressure is controlled, it can cause damage to the optic nerve and a loss of vision. In the early stages, it’s difficult to determine whether you have glaucoma; it’s virtually ...
Views: 11926(2 votes) - Alternative Therapies for Managing Diabetes - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukFirst of all let me say that after 44 years of medical practice, one of the most troubling conditions I have ever had to deal with is diabetes. What is Diabetes? Diabetes mellitus (DM), more commonly known simply as diabetes, is a chronic, lifelong disease that causes high levels of sugar in ...
Views: 11896(2 votes) - The Thyroid Gland and Thyroid Hormones - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2013 from Lisa WellsThe thyroid gland is a butterfly shaped gland that is located over the trachea (wind pipe) just below the larynx (voice box). The thyroid gland plays a very important role in most all the metabolic processes of the body. The thyroid gland with its thyroid hormone is responsible for regulating ...
Views: 11850(2 votes) - Cure Acid Reflux Disease and Prevent Barrett’s Esophagitis - by Submitted on May 11, 2009 from Joe BartonIf you suffer from acid reflux or heartburn, you need to know the dangers of Barrett's Esophagitis and learn how to cure acid reflux disease. Barrett's esophagitis is a condition caused by acid reflux or recurring heartburn. Your esophagus lining is normally a pinkish color but if you ...
Views: 11826(2 votes) - Kidney Pain! - How To Pass Kidney Stones Naturally At Home - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2008 from Joe BartonOuch! The kidney pain you are feeling is very similar to child birth. In fact, many women compared there kidney stone pain to giving birth to a baby. If you are dealing with the agonizing pain of renal calculi (also called kidney stones), this article is for you! Fact! It is reported that 1 ...
Views: 11750 - Restoring Alkalinity Balance in the Body - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukMany people are preoccupied with the idea of alkalinizing the body; there are many books on the subject. Unfortunately, a good part of the time this concept is way oversimplified. Maintaining Neutrality The pH of our blood is maintained in a very tight range – neutral, which is slightly ...
Views: 11688 - Nocturnal Enuresis (Bedwetting) Treatments - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukEnuresis or bedwetting is a common childhood condition, although the problem may also persist into adulthood in some cases. There is similarity between urinary symptoms in childhood, such as nocturnal enuresis (NE) and overactive bladder (OAB) symptoms, and OAB in adulthood. Causes Normally, ...
Views: 11656 - Static Magnets vs. Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields (PEMF) - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukThe use of magnets and magnetic fields as they relate to healing has long been studied. Magnetic bracelets and necklaces, mattresses and shoe inserts are both widely available and widely used. Cleopatra herself was reported to have slept on a lodestone, or magnetized rock. Understanding the ...
Views: 11634 - Lyme Disease Treatment: Vitamin C And Salt - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2007 from Isabella SamovskyLyme disease, or borreliosis, is a rising infectious disease caused by the micro-organism Borrelia burgdorferi. The bacteria, known as spirochete bacteria, are transmitted by the bite of an infected black-legged or deer tick. Other potential carriers include ticks from the genus Ixodes. Borrelia ...
Views: 11612 - Is Dr. Oz Right About Inversion Tables? - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2010 from Janelle TrempeIn an episode of the Dr. Oz show, the use of inversion tables was touted as an effective alternative medicine treatment option. What is an inversion table? Who might benefit from using one and who should definitely avoid inversion therapy? What is an Inversion Table? Inversion tables are ...
Views: 11583 - Inflammatory Arthritis - Types, Causes and Symptoms - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2007 from Dr John AnneWhat is Inflammatory Arthritis? There are many forms of arthritis. Inflammatory arthritis is any form of arthritis that involves the immune system and inflammation. The characteristic symptoms of inflammation are swelling, heat, redness of skin, pain, and loss of function. There are different ...
Views: 11562 - PEMF: A Natural Alternative to Help With Sleep - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukOne of the almost universal phenomena that I see in people using PEMFs, regardless of PEMF system, is that people almost universally describe improvement in sleep. Because of this feedback, I felt it was important to dedicate an update to the subject. Sleep disturbances are very common: from ...
Views: 11546(1 vote) - What is a Cajun Traiteur? - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2009 from Sue HeldenbrandUnless you are from South Louisiana, the word "traiteur" would sound strange to you. Cajuns are an ethnic group from the Acadiana area of Southern Louisiana. Some would call the Cajun traiteur a faith healer. This tradition has existed since the 1700's when the Acadians first migrated to ...
Views: 11506(3 votes) - Pain Management with PEMFs - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukPain management is one of the most common applications for PEMFs. Current conventional medical approaches to pain management often leave much to be desired and involve heavy medications, procedures, surgeries, and physical therapy. Rarely will conventional doctors refer patients to alternative ...
Views: 11488(1 vote) - Remember Cranberry Juice if You Take an Acid-Reducing Drug: Reduce Nutrient Depletion from GERD & Heartburn Drugs - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2012 from Ronda BehnkeCranberry Juice is commonly known to help with decreasing the frequency and/or severity of Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) and other urinary troubles including kidney stones. One of the chief causes of UTIs is the presence of the bacterium E. coli which adheres to the cell walls of the bladder ...
Views: 11431 - Urinary Incontinence and OAB - Alternative Treatment - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukI have been a family physician for more than 40 years, and have helped hundreds of women with life-limiting and embarrassing incontinence issues. Most of the time, treatment was frustrating and only partially successful. I have always looked for alternative approaches that were not invasive, ...
Views: 11408(1 vote) - Magnetic Fields and Cancer Treatment - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukI have never been a proponent of saying that PEMFs alone should be used to treat cancer. The most humbling thing I can say about the treatment of cancer is that there are no perfect solutions. I would also say there is no such thing as a cure. No such thing as a cure Cancer is a chronic ...
Views: 11289(1 vote) - Managing Atrial Fibrillation with Alternative Medicine - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukI am frequently asked what I can do to help people with atrial fibrillation (AF or A-fib). Many of these patients are on lifetime anti-coagulants, or other cardiac medications or are being recommended surgery or an invasive cardiac procedure, typically ablation. More recent research sheds ...
Views: 11220(1 vote) - BioRegulation Therapy and the Law of Hormesis - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukAll ancient human societies recognized a vital energy, referred to as a ‘healing presence’ or ‘healing thought’ to be part of all biology. Some scientists recognise this energy, and have attempted to demonstrate its existence with the help of different devices. Modern measuring techniques now ...
Views: 11197 - Magnetic Acupuncture - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukPain relief is a very frustrating goal of both individuals and physicians. More than 100 million Americans suffer from chronic pain. There are many health disciplines devoted to helping people with their pain problems. Every approach has its merits, but it is rare for any single approach to be a ...
Views: 11171 - Macular Degeneration; Macular Regeneration - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2010 from Glen SwartwoutMacular Degeneration; Macular Regeneration Preventing Blindness John is a well-known radio personality and film producer with a wealth of knowledge and experience in the nutritional field. To his frustration, and despite a healthy diet and nutritional supplementation, he had progressed ...
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