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New to magnetic fields? Start here - By Dr. William Pawluk- Well Being - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2010 from Caitlin GraceWell being. Being Well. What does that mean to you? Are you truly well or are you merely existing with various low grade aches and pains? We seem to have come to the conclusion that wellbeing means the absence of any illness. But what if it meant much more than that? What if Well bieng or being ...
Views: 1384 - What are Essential Oils, and Do They Work? - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2022 from Stephen RobertFrom headaches to sore throats to sleep, essential oils have been growing very popular for their numerous benefits. But do these concentrated plant-based oils really work? For as long as they are used in a safe way, these oils can make a huge positive impact on your overall health and well ...
Views: 487 - What are Phytochemicals? - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Craig MaxwellPhytochemicals are non-nutritive biologically-active substances found in plant foods. Though your body does not need these non-essential nutrients for physical survival, phytochemicals provide powerful protection from disease. How Phytochemicals Work Free radicals are highly-reactive ...
Views: 1330 - What are the Advanced Technologies used for Neurological Care - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2012 from Igor StilerNeurology treatment demands high precision, dedication and experience. Nowadays, advanced technology, sophisticated systems and cutting-edge surgical practices allow neurologists to provide proper neurological care. Individuals with health problems related to brain, spine or nervous system ...
Views: 5385 - What are the benefits of a colon cleanse? - by Submitted on May 05, 2008 from Mark AmentThe list of benefits that people experience by colon cleansing and by keeping their colon clean includes a broad range of improved health conditions. That's because the colon is truly a key to radiant health. In the early 1900s Dr. Norman Walker showed that the colon is linked to every other ...
Views: 1043 - What Are The Benefits Of Eating Breakfast? - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2010 from Darlene TablerEating breakfast is probably something that most of us take for granted. We really didn't understand the importance of breakfast either, until we began to educate ourselves on the subject. Skipping breakfast is really detrimental to our health in many ways. We all know that it's not healthy ...
Views: 1771 - What Are The Best Heartburn Home Remedies? - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2010 from Jenny SchofieldThese heartburn home remedies have helped a lot of people to get rid of heartburn, and they should help you too. Heartburn affects a lot more people today, than it ever has in the past In most instances, people will turn to over the counter treatments to ease the pain. Most people that ...
Views: 786 - What Are The Causes And Available Treatment Methods For Vocal Paralysis? - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2018 from Diana YampolskyVocal fold paresis (or vocal cord paralysis) is the result of abnormal nerve input to the muscles within the voice box. When it comes to the human body, the term “Paralysis” means a complete interruption of nerve impulses that cause minimal to no movement for any given body part. In the case of ...
Views: 971 - What Are the Causes of Wrist and Ankle Pain? - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2011 from Wendy LauWrists and ankles are two specific body parts which contain bones, ligaments, blood vessels, and nerves. A patient can experience pain in these two parts. Here we will learn how to manage these occurrences. The wrist is an intricate joint consists of eight small bones positioned in two line ...
Views: 2529 - What Are the Common Symptoms of Lyme Disease? - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2011 from Wendy LauLyme disease is a serious infection that is caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi. This type of bacteria is found in small animals such as deer and mice. It is more common in grassy areas where these animals live. The infection can be transmitted through tick bites. When the ticks that ...
Views: 1356 - What are the important aspects of Medical Marijuana card Sarasota - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2020 from MyFloridaGreen GreenWhat are the important aspects of medical marijuana card Sarasota and why is it used? Medical marijuana card Sarasota is one of the best things to get and obtain marijuana in Sarasota which isn’t possible otherwise because marijuana isn’t so openly available and also no sp easily. Medical ...
Views: 703 - What are the medications and devices that help treat drug addiction? - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2019 from Jishu chakmaThere are several medications and devices that can be useful in different phases of treatment to help the patient stop using drugs, continue treatment and avoid relapse. Treatment of abstinence. The first time a patient stops using drugs can experience several physical and emotional symptoms, ...
Views: 800 - What are the Most Effective Urinary Tract Infection Home Remedies? Try these 3 Remedies! - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2008 from Joe Barton"So what are the most effective urinary tract infection home remedies you know of?" I was recently asked this question in an e-mail. As a natural health expert, I often get these questions about Top 10 Ways to Prevent So and So or 5 Best Tips About This or That. I have a difficult time ...
Views: 3235 - What Are TIA and Heat Stroke? - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2011 from Wendy LauTIA Stroke is commonly known as Transient Ischemic Attack; Heat Stroke is a form of brain stroke that has a specific triggering factor. These two conditions affect the nervous system and its functions. The brain is the core organ in the body. It controls all the other system even the heart. The ...
Views: 1222 - What Can I Expect After Laser Eye Surgery - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2020 from Angelina ClaireYou've finished your evaluation with a LASIK surgeon and set the date for your laser eye surgery- it's almost go time! But, to be honest, there's a small part of you that's a little nervous about what comes after the procedure is complete. Don't worry- the odds are good that the estimated 10 ...
Views: 1090 - What Can We Learn From One Of The Healthiest Countries On The Planet? - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2008 from sheryl waltersThe Japanese diet is one of the best in the world and is a healthy diet for obese children. Life expectancy is the highest, and obesity has only recently become an issue with the infiltration of western fast foods. The people of Okinawa, an island and prefecture of Japan, enjoy particularly ...
Views: 1441 - What Can You Do to Speed Up Healing? - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from Misa HopkinsIf you are really ill or in pain, you want to get out of it just as fast as you can. You might find yourself inclined to do just about anything to get quick relief. As you probably know, relief from discomfort or pain is not necessarily the same as healing. You can be experiencing temporary ...
Views: 1472 - What cause Vaginal Dryness for women during menopause? - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from Prof. George GrantA woman’s vagina naturally produces a clear, relatively odorless vaginal lubrication. How much lubricant is produced is influenced by a number of different factors and varies from woman to woman. Factors that may influence vaginal dryness ...
Views: 1741 - What Causes Brain Freeze - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2012 from Maria KhalifeForget art. Put your trust in ice cream. ~ Charles Baxter I know every one of my readers has experienced the joy of eating ice cream only to be suddenly hit with a brain freeze, mind-numbing headache. Am I right? Well, let's look at what causes brain freeze and what you can do to make it go ...
Views: 1728 - What does "hungry" mean? - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2012 from Amy Iverson AdamsThe concept of eating when you are hungry and stopping when you are full always made sense to me, if it was only that easy! I tried for years to wait for the hunger and eat moderately. At times I could wait until my stomach felt empty but then I usually overate or totally binged. The truth was, ...
Views: 2521 - What does an orthodontic technician do? - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2016 from Misty JhonesOne of the terms you may come across when looking into having dental work done is ‘orthodontic technician’. If you have ever wondered what an orthodontic technician does and how they will help you with your dental needs, read on. Orthodontics is the study and practice of aligning crooked ...
Views: 1024 - What Does Calcium Have To do With The Sun? - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2008 from Erleen TiltonCalcium is the most abundant mineral in the body with more than 99% present in the bones and teeth. Calcium is also important in the activity of many enzymes, contraction of muscles, release of neurotransmitters, regulation of heartbeat, and clotting of the blood. Calcium deficiencies can ...
Views: 14694 - What Happened to Those New Years Resolutions? - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Denise LamotheIt has been n early two months since you made those New Years resolutions…. So, how are you doing? Here are a few questions to ask yourself. Physically: Have I been eating well, avoiding caffeine, alcohol, saturated fats, sugar and simple carbohydrates as often as possible and eating good ...
Views: 1465 - What Happens To Testosterone Levels With Age? - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2017 from Harshad JethraEveryone would like to age gracefully such that the age is simply a number and adds to one’s charm. However in practice, this may sometimes cease to happen. In more cases than not, underlying reason for the same is the declining testosterone levels. Testosterone is the powerful hormone which ...
Views: 1171 - What Hormones Have to Do with your Energy Levels - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Marti AngelAs a FDN (Functional Diagnostic Nutritionist) I hear these statements all the time. I have no energy. I have no will or desire to get up in the morning. I have trouble with my energy level in the morning. I am not feeling right any more. When I tell them that it may be a hormonal imbalance, ...
Views: 2147 - What if Being Sick Is God’s Will or Part of My Karma? - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2011 from Misa HopkinsA few readers have asked me this question in each their own way, according to their personal spiritual beliefs. This is a very important question because our beliefs significantly affect our approaches to health and even the degree to which we heal. Beliefs like this are so easy to accept as ...
Views: 1625 - What If I Chose It? - by Submitted on May 30, 2013 from Misa HopkinsThis can be one of the most revealing questions to ask yourself in regard to your self-healing journey: What does it mean, if I chose this illness or condition? It leads to the next question: If I did choose this, what was I hoping to discover or gain? When I began my self-healing journey ...
Views: 1803 - What is 20/20 Vision? - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2012 from Dr.Richard MeisterYou must have heard many people saying I have 20/20 vision. But do you know what the actual meaning of this term is?20/20 vision is nothing but normal visual acuteness. The numbers used in this express the feet on the basis of which visual acuity is measured. If 6/6 is used it means 6 feet ...
Views: 710 - What Is A Holistic Dentist? - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2011 from Sergio DiazGranadosThe Difference Between Regular Dentists and A Holistic Dentist Many people still wonder exactly what is a holistic dentist. There are a few major factors that differentiate standard dentists and holistic or “natural” dentists. In this article we will take a closer look as to what separates ...
Views: 929 - What Is a Leaky Gut? - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2012 from Albert SnowIf you've been diagnosed with Leaky Gut Syndrome, you may be wondering, "What is a Leaky Gut, and how can I have one?" There is much debate in the traditional medical community about the causes for Leaky Gut Syndrome. However, there is one thing can't be denied -- our digestive systems no ...
Views: 1268 - What Is A Yoga Lifestyle? - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2008 from Surya KolpakovWhat is a yoga lifestyle? Attending a bunch of yoga classes every week? Wearing tight yoga pants and, every time you get a chance, flinging silk scarves made in India around your shoulders? If I say “Namaste” when I greet someone, or “Om Shanti" when I leave, does that make me ...
Views: 1974 - What Is Candida And Do I Have It? - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2008 from Dr. Annalee KitayHave you ever taken a broad spectrum antibiotic for a period of time? Did you take birth control pills? Were you on prednisone or a similar steroid? Does your body tend to swell with the heat, and are the symptoms worse on damp, muggy days or in moldy places? Does your stomach get distended ...
Views: 1325 - What is Chinese Tui Na? - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Rowena PortchThe Chinese word, Tui Na, means push (Tui) grab (Na). This ancient form of massage is one of the essential foundations of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It has been practiced for thousands of years by martial artists, Qi Gong practitioners, and healers around the world to maintain health ...
Views: 3083 - What Is Chronic Laryngitis? Causes, Symptoms & Its Treatment! - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2017 from Diana YampolskyChronic Laryngitis In laryngitis, you will find that laryngeal mucous membrane is congested, swollen and is full of mucus. Chronic laryngitis happens as a result of continual attacks of acute laryngitis. Since the larynx is responsible for producing voice, this can naturally affect the voice ...
Views: 1073 - What is Cruelty Free Skin Care and Why is it Important? - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2021 from Viki AdamsA beautiful, glowing complexion is something that most people desire, but there are so many products available on store shelves that it can be overwhelming when trying to choose the proper formulas. Cruelty skin care has become an important facet of the beauty industry for several reasons. Not ...
Views: 634 - What Is Devil's Claw? Why Is Devil's Claw A Natural Remedy For Gout? - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2008 from Betty RobertsSince thousands of years ago, the natives of south and southeastern Africa have known a little something about medicinally treating inflammation. Named for the appearance of the fruit of its root, Devil’s Claw (also referred to as Cat’s Claw) is recognized by its hook-like ...
Views: 866 - What is gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD), and why does it affect my asthma? - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2020 from Varsha reddyGastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a digestive disorder that occurs when acidic stomach juices, or food and fluids back up from the stomach into the esophagus. GERD affects people of all ages—from infants to older adults. People with asthma are at higher risk of developing GERD. Asthma ...
Views: 776 - What is Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease? - by Submitted on May 15, 2020 from John Patrick PajarinIf you're looking for an approach to anticipate the frequent heartburn that accompanies GERD, some simple change in way of life can work. A smarter eating regimen, better rest propensities, and stress relief may help keep you free from the uncomfortable, burning feeling in your chest that is a ...
Views: 602 - What Is Hemorrhagic Stroke? - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2011 from Wendy LauThe information about hemorrhagic stroke should be focused on the symptoms of stroke, causes, risk factors, diagnosis, complications and treatments. This condition is just a form of Brain Stroke that results to drastic outcomes. Brain has several protective layers; the Dura matter and most ...
Views: 803 - What Is Holistic Health? - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2008 from Rayna GangiThere is a growing population in America and around the globe who are turning to holistic, alternative practitioners for all of their health needs. The western medicine practice of “medicate or operate” has proven to be a redundant, and often dangerous approach to health care, led by not only ...
Views: 1691 - What is Holistic Health? What is Natural Medicine? - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2011 from Alexander LoveIf you are reading this, you have decided to learn more about how to heal yourself via natural methods. In this short article we will explore what healing is from a holistic perspective. We will explore the role of the practitioner, the role of the patient, and the role of nature in the healing ...
Views: 747 - What is Homeopathic or Holistic Hair Analysis? - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Alexander LoveAs human beings we have the innate capacity to heal, evolve and transform. In our society much emphasis is placed on quick fixes and places the responsibility of healing upon the practitioner giving treatment. We have come to expect that we will be given a pill and our pain will go away ...
Views: 996 - What is Human Energy Science? - by Submitted on May 15, 2009 from Kyre AdeptHuman Energy Science is a set of transformational tools and techniques based on Geotran™, the “language of creation”. Imagine for a second that you operate like a computer: you have hardware (a body), wiring (nervous system, synapses, brain/body connection), and software (the ways you go about ...
Views: 1564 - What is Hypnosis good for? - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from may grahamWhat is Hypnosis Good For? There are a lot of people nowadays that endorse hypnosis as a cure-all for something; whether for emotional problems or psychological problems, or even physical health problems. Is it really that good? What is hypnosis good for? For one thing, hypnosis made Dracula ...
Views: 666 - What Is Hypnosis? It's a State of Accelerated Learning - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2015 from Connie BrannanWhat is hypnosis? The formal definition is: "It's a bypassing of our critical factor, the conscious mind." When we bypass it, we walk in an open door, and we're communicating directly to the accommodating, helpful unconscious mind, the part of us that defines and determines our behaviors and ...
Views: 1667 - What Is Ischemic Stroke? - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2011 from Wendy LauIschemic Stroke is a type of Brain Stroke. This Brain Stroke is commonly known as CVA or cerebrovascular attack. Along with the other type of stroke, this type is also considered fatal for a patient to experience. The mere fact that it involves the brain makes it a detrimental without even going ...
Views: 913 - WHAT IS MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS (MS)? - by Submitted on May 18, 2012 from Anju AroraOur physical and mental functions are controlled through signals transmitted from the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) to other parts of the body. However in MS these signals can become interrupted due to the loss of myelin sheath that normally protects nerve fibers and resultant ...
Views: 953 - What Is Natural Living? - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2009 from Jane HarlowI’m sure that if I took a poll I would get a jillion answers. Some of these would probably be: spending more time with nature, going green, living off the grid, growing your own food, buying local, and reducing your carbon footprint. In general, walking more gently upon the Earth, and living ...
Views: 823 - What is NDFA Therapy - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2010 from Gilad SchafmanLearning Disabilities and the Neuro Developmental Functional Approach Therapy Dr. Gilad Schafman Msc.D. • In this article I am using the term child to refer to children of all ages from infants to aging folks. The Neuro Developmental Functional Approach (NDFA) is a dynamic approach to ...
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