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- Watch Out for Kidney Stone Complications - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonNormally kidney stones will pass through the body a while after they have been formed causing no serious damage to the patient but may cause mild to severe discomfort. However sometimes the stones will not remove themselves from the body easily enough or within a quick enough timescale and it is ...
Views: 8510 - Gastroesophageal Reflux - A Step by Step Guide for Sufferers - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonGastroesophageal reflux disease is a condition that affects thousands of people all over the world and so many cases go undiagnosed despite increased awareness efforts by medical health professionals. There are three main stages that a sufferer will need to go through in order to manage this ...
Views: 616 - Healing Energy: The Power of Your Words - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2009 from Elizabeth EckertPerhaps you are facing a health crisis right now. You've been told, or even simply suspect, that you have a serious illness. You've developed a chronic pain problem. Or something just doesn't seem quite "right." Maybe instead it's a close friend or family member. Or possibly you've just dodged ...
Views: 977 - Natural Healing: Conflicting Intentions - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2009 from Elizabeth EckertLet's say you're on a mission to create health and healing. For yourself, perhaps. Or maybe you're supporting a loved one. You could be facing a career or personal crisis. Even doing some volunteer work for an organization that could use "fixing." This natural healing strategy will work in ...
Views: 998 - 13 Natural Remedies That Lower Your Cholesterol - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2009 from Edith LingenfelterCholesterol is not all bad. Your body naturally produces it, and it plays some pretty important roles. It helps build new cells, produce hormones and insulates the nerves. But, when you have too much, it becomes a health problem. When cholesterol levels are high, it means you have too much ...
Views: 2764(1 vote) - Natural Ways to Allergy Proof - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2009 from Dawn RowlettMost of us try to be health conscious. Some are more successful than others. One of the reasons is determination. There's a wealth of information available that makes it a lot easier to know what we should be doing to keep ourselves healthy and fit. We keep learning new things all the time. We ...
Views: 891 - Foods That Athletes Use to Gain Strength and Endurance - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2009 from Paul BlakeThe pressure to win and be the best in amateur and professional sports drives many athletes, at times with the urging of their coaches, to turn to dangerous, illegal steroids and other physical enhancing drugs. At the other end, the associations who control these athletes look for more ways to ...
Views: 4433 - Cancer: The Remedy is Balancing Your Ph - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2009 from Paul BlakeAny American who was ever treated for cancer by modern medicine has been ripped off, are you one of them? There are many someones right now screaming their lungs out because they are dying of a cancerous disease and there is no pain killer strong enough to help them. But guess what; not only are ...
Views: 1722 - Walking for Body, Mind, and Spirit - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2009 from Judith BoiceIf you can walk, you can dance. If you can talk, you can sing. -African proverb Three times I’ve joined a gym and then abandoned the membership after a couple of months. Some people thrive on scheduled classes and delight in watching the TVs blaring in the aerobics room. I prefer ...
Views: 1475 - How to Tame Irritable Bowel Syndrome - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2009 from Karyn MaierBattling IBS requires more than just intestinal fortitude. Any ailment that affects up to 22 million people is nothing to be pooh-poohed. In this case, we’re talking about irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), which according to the National Institute for Diabetes, Digestive and Kidney Disease, ...
Views: 3010(1 vote) - The Benefits of Liquid Chlorophyll - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2009 from Dr. Lisa Kellerman, N.D.The average American now carries a “body burden” of seven hundred or more synthetic chemicals. These chemicals are found in the umbilical cord blood of new born babies. Even in the breast milk of mothers perchlorate (a toxic component of rocket fuel) is found. The name “chlorella” refers to a ...
Views: 8308(1 vote) - Magic Metal: Mercury Poisoning and Homeopathy - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2009 from Joette CalabreseWe formed a circle on the kindergarten floor awaiting our teacher’s attention. Miss Miller’s “show and tells” were the best. She explained that we were to learn about a special liquid metal called mercury. The small silver balls were passed around for us to play with on the linoleum floor. ...
Views: 5999 - Slightly Spoiled: A Story of Allergies and Homeopathy - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2009 from Joette CalabreseShe was one of those women who had everything: a loving husband, beautiful, healthy children, a stylish home and intelligence to boot. She considered her life in order and often pondered it with satisfaction. She was slightly spoiled. It wasn’t always that way though. Only ...
Views: 1138 - Probiotics - Good Bugs, Good Health! - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2009 from Carrie Louise Daenell, ND“Alarming Increase of Deadly Skin Cancer;” “Food Allergies a Growing Threat;” “Virus Infects 700 Passengers on Norwegian Cruise Ship;” “Rising Lymphoma Rates Baffle Researchers;” “Dramatic Increase in Antibiotic-Resistant Staph Infections;” “Sharp Increase in Brain Cancer Reported;” “Severe Flu ...
Views: 4666 - Heal Angular Cheilitis Naturally - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2009 from M RoseAngular Cheilitis (also spelled Angular Chelitis and also called Angular Stomatitis) is an inflamed lesion at the corner of the mouth. It often occurs in both corners of the mouth. In severe cases of Angular Cheilitis the lesions can bleed when the mouth is opened, and in some cases ulcers may ...
Views: 1466 - Acid Reflux and Chest Pain - It Could Already be a Heart Attack - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2008 from Alvin HopkinsonAcid reflux and chest pain can present some form of danger to a heart patient. The chest pains are quite common, some individuals are not aware that what they are suffering is no longer acid reflux and chest pains but already the onset of a heart attack. Before going any further, let us first ...
Views: 1064 - Diet and Your Liver - by Submitted on Dec 25, 2008 from Paul RodgersThe liver is a complex organ that works 24 hours a day and performs hundreds of specific functions in the body. More than 500 body functions have been identified with the liver, including system cleansing and detox, the breakdown and metabolism of dietary fat and sugars, production of certain ...
Views: 1409 - Yinergi: A Holistic Life Tool - by Submitted on Dec 24, 2008 from Adam WillissYinergi, developed by Adam Williss, is a holistic life tool aimed at fighting the negative effects of modern society on our mind and body. The focus is on self-awareness, stress reduction, skeletal alignment and energetic connections using the transformational impact of deliberately focused ...
Views: 1304 - Ear Infection Natural Treatments - Cleansing Your Body - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2008 from Elizabeth NobleIf you have problems with recurrent ear infections, you simply cannot afford to compromise your recovery by having a buildup of toxins in your system. Detoxifying your body through liver and gastrointestinal cleansing is a great start to treating ear infections and building up your ...
Views: 1652 - Book Review: Prescription for Nutritional Healing - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2008 from Douglas PakThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Natural Health. Natural Health is a branch of alternative medicine which focuses on a system of natural therapies concerned with building and restoring wellness through healthy lifestyles. Certified Natural Health Professionals, Inc. ...
Views: 902 - Definition: Natural Health - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2008 from Douglas PakNaturopathic medicine (also known as naturopathy, or natural medicine) is a complementary and alternative medicine which emphasizes the body's intrinsic ability to heal and maintain itself. Naturopaths prefer to use natural remedies such as herbs and foods rather than surgery or synthetic drugs. ...
Views: 3424 - ***Herbal Ally - Now Remember Rosemary - by Submitted on May 09, 2011 from Susun WeedMad Ophelia tells us: "There's Rosemary, that's for remembrance". In Shakespeare's day it was common knowledge that rosemary helped one remember. Today, as then, herbalists agree: "For weyknesse of ye brayne, sethe rosemaria in wyne and keep ye heed warme". The leaves of this tough, evergreen ...
Views: 2970(1 vote) - Ear Infection Treatment - 7 Mistakes People Make When Treating Ear Infections - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2008 from Elizabeth NobleThere are 7 common mistakes that people make when treating ear infections. These mistakes can slow your recovery and in some cases cause complications like chronic ear infections, ruptured ear drums, glue ear, hearing loss and mastoiditis. So lets go through these common mistakes; Mistake 1 - ...
Views: 31694(2 votes) - ***A Promise of Hope for Bipolar Disorder - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2008 from Certified Natural Health Professionals, Inc.They said there was no cure for bipolar affective disorder. True “manic depressives” like me would always be medicated to manage the firecracker highs of mania and the deep black lows of depression. In 1993, there were stacks of pill bottles on my fridge. Over the years I tried ...
Views: 2573 - ***Ask An Herbalist-What kinds of makeup are safe? - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2008 from Certified Natural Health Professionals, Inc.Q. I attended your seminar in Virginia, and you talked about the impact of estrogen in cosmetics. What exactly should I look for, and what kinds of makeup are safe? A. The compounds found in cosmetics are more correctly called zeno-estrogens, which means "false" or estrogen-like. Most of ...
Views: 1218 - Epstein Barr Treatment - Depression - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2008 from Elizabeth NobleDepression is not unusual in cases of Epstein Barr - the virus responsible for mononucleosis or glandular fever. Depression is especially evident when Epstein Barr becomes chronic or long-standing. Depression is not simply a matter of feeling a bit gloomy or sad for a couple of days. It is a ...
Views: 10474 - Epstein Barr Treatments - Headaches and Muscle Pain - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2008 from Elizabeth NobleThe Epstein Barr virus (mononucleosis or glandular fever) can affect the nerves of the body resulting in symptoms such as headaches and muscle pains. Conventional painkillers can mask these symptoms in the short term, however they will not address the main cause of the problem. Aspirin in ...
Views: 12563 - Liver cleansing for Epstein Barr Virus (Mononucleosis and Glandular Fever) - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2008 from Elizabeth NobleIf you have Epstein Barr, you simply cannot afford to slow your recovery by having a buildup of toxins in your system. The liver of a mononucleosis sufferer is often compromised by the Epstein Barr virus which targets the liver and affects its function. This results in a build up of toxins in ...
Views: 20049(1 vote) - Exercise after Epstein Barr Virus (Mononucleosis or Glandular Fever) - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2008 from Elizabeth NobleIf you're in the acute stage of Epstein Barr where you feel exhausted and can't even contemplate exercise, then just get plenty of bed rest until you feel up to it. Your body needs rest in order to heal itself. Your liver and spleen may also be enlarged, so exercising could be uncomfortable or ...
Views: 19425(1 vote) - Epstein Barr Treatment - The Importance of Sunlight - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2008 from Elizabeth NobleAdequate sunlight is essential to a strong, healthy immune system. In treating Epstein Barr, the virus that causes glandular fever or mononucleosis, sunshine should be part of your treatment program. The benefits of sunlight have been known for thousands of years as a healing agent. Both ...
Views: 7900 - ***About Certified Natural Health Professionals - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2008 from Robin KFor religious, moral, and personal reasons many individuals seek to take personal responsibility for their own health. They seek to become aware of the various healthcare options available in this country and in various other parts of the world. To this end, Certified Natural Health ...
Views: 2391 - The Roll of Enzymes in the Digestion Process and Beyond - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2008 from Paul BlakeWhen we look at the four stages of digestion the main star of the digestive process is the enzymes and their role in digestion. As you shall see, digestion is only one function of enzymes in your body they play many other roles such as anti-inflammation, healing injuries, energy, detoxing, ...
Views: 1948 - Epstein Barr Treatment - Look After Your Emotional Well Being - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2008 from Elizabeth NobleSome of the simplest, but most powerful secrets that strengthen your body's healing ability is laughter, joy and fun. These states don't come easily when you are in the midst of battling an illness like Epstein Barr. You need to find ways to bring them into your life just the same. Humor, ...
Views: 1529 - Hard Times, Simple Solutions - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2008 from Susanne MorroneLife has its share of hard times. Some of the toughest among them are financial woes, unemployment, relationship difficulties, being a caregiver, loss of a loved one, and serious illness. All of these challenges can certainly take a toll on our health. Let’s look at a few simple ways to bolster ...
Views: 1283 - Growth - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2008 from Susanne MorroneWelcome to the age of enlightenment with all its mind-boggling technological advances. There’s an abundance of anything you want to know by researching the information highways. Perhaps for this very reason there exists some confusion since an abundance of subject matter will include ...
Views: 1250 - Sleep and Rest for Glandular Fever (Epstein Barr and Mononucleosis) - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2008 from Elizabeth NobleAre you so exhausted that sleep is about all that you can do? This is not uncommon in cases of glandular fever, especially in the initial acute stage of the illness. Feeling tired and sleepy is your body's way of letting your healing powers do their job. However it is the quality of your sleep ...
Views: 10846 - Vitamins and Minerals for Glandular Fever (Epstein Barr or Mononucleosis) - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2008 from Elizabeth NobleVitamins and Minerals for Glandular Fever (Epstein Barr or mononucleosis) Sensible supplementation in the form of vitamins and minerals can give you the edge in treating Epstein Barr - the virus that causes mononucleosis or glandular fever. During recovery from glandular fever it's essential ...
Views: 14810 - ***Herbal Ally - Mysterious Mushrooms - by Submitted on May 09, 2011 from Susun WeedAs summer nights lengthen into autumn, the forests of the Catskill mountains in upstate New York fill with magical, mystical, medicinal mushrooms. "Toadstool" is a quaint name for the many mushrooms that spring forth between rains, while "fungi" is the more technical term. Fungi are plants, but ...
Views: 2356 - Food in its Natural State - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Courtney FindlayRaw Food. Perhaps a better name would be natural food. You’ve probably heard about Raw Food, also known as Living Foods and Natural Hygiene. All words, that when first heard, may denote some negative images. Raw Food makes me think of raw meat, Living Foods causes me to think of actually ...
Views: 3318 - Coping with Epstein Barr - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2008 from Elizabeth NobleIt is uncertain how people will react when they are diagnosed with Epstein Barr virus, especially if it becomes chronic. Some people get depressed whilst others remain positive and hopeful. In fact, some people find that Epstein Barr helps them grow emotionally, making them stronger, more ...
Views: 2158 - Deodorants Can be Dangerous - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2008 from Kathleen BarnesWe Americans have a war on sweat and this is a threat to our health. There has long been concern that aluminum in products like cookware and antiperspirant deodorants might contribute to Alzheimer’s disease, but newer research connects antiperspirants with breast cancer as well. According to ...
Views: 2421 - Skin Care Routine Simple & Precise - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2008 from George PrugarDo you want to hear an interesting fact? Most people don’t know how to go through basic skin care steps. Below, you will find the best way to go through a basic skin care process that you can complete daily. Let’s begin with some background information, shall we? The best way to care for your ...
Views: 932 - Reversing An Incurable Disease - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2008 from Marie Antoinette KelleyEighteen years ago I sat across from my doctor and heard “The good news is you don’t have cancer; the bad news…you have multiple sclerosis (MS). Chemotherapy is what we use and get ready for the wheelchair.” I was in shock and horrified. At that moment, I couldn’t fully comprehend the magnitude ...
Views: 1036 - Sea Salt - A Healthy Alternative To Refined Table Salt! - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2010 from Darlene TablerWe've all heard that salt is bad for you. But actually sodium is needed for every cell in the body, making salt essential to living a healthy life. What many do not realize is that there is refined table salt and there is Sea Salt. They are completely different. Regular refined table salt is ...
Views: 2542 - Nutrition and the Counseling Relationship - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2008 from Lynne EhrhardtNutrition and the Counseling Relationship In a sense, the cliché “you are what you eat” is a very true fact. Our dietary choices have a direct effect on our lives, and choosing to eat a balanced diet full of whole foods, which are rich in nutrients, is crucial to our physical ...
Views: 652 - Coping With Epstein Barr Virus (Mononucleosis Or Glandular Fever) - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2008 from Elizabeth NobleIt is uncertain how people will react when they are diagnosed with Epstein Barr virus, especially if it becomes chronic. Some people get depressed whilst others remain positive and hopeful. In fact some people find that Epstein Barr helps them grow emotionally, making them stronger, more ...
Views: 3910 - Stem Cells Enhancers - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2008 from Maria Nadal-CabralAdult Stem Cells and Stem Cells Enhancers What is it? StemEnhance® is a breakthrough, natural botanical extract that supports wellness by helping your body maintain healthy stem cell physiology. It is the very first product on the market from the latest phytoceutical product category called ...
Views: 1428 - THE Top 5 Steps You Can Take To Defeat Diabetes in 21 Days! - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2008 from David SandovalFirst off, before I begin, I want to wish you all a “Happy Diabetes Season!!!” “Wait…what?!” For those of you who are scratching your heads, thinking, “Well, THAT doesn’t sound like a good thing!”…you’re right; diabetes is definitely NOT a good thing. For some, neither are the three months ...
Views: 2178 - The Top 5 Steps You Can Take To Beat Diabetes In 21 Days! - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2008 from David SandovalFirst off, before I begin, I want to wish you all a “Happy Diabetes Season!!!” “Wait…what?!” For those of you who are scratching your heads, thinking, “Well, THAT doesn’t sound like a good thing!”…you’re right; diabetes is definitely NOT a good thing. For some, neither are the three months ...
Views: 1226 - Use Patience In Candida Cures - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2008 from Greg McKenziwIt can become frustrating to find a simple way for Candida cure, nearly as frustrating as the symptoms generated from the yeast infection itself. Treatment of yeast infections is generally through well-known drugs, but medicine does not prevent the return of Candida. Candida is a yeast ...
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