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- A Natural Heartburn Cure By Strengthening the LES - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2012 from sarah labdarFor the thousands of people who experience heartburn on a daily basis without any relief, its time to try a natural remedy for acid reflux. Heartburn symptoms include pain in the chest, burning in the throat, difficulty swallowing, and in chronic cases a persistent cough, hoarseness, and sore ...
Views: 24429(1 vote) - Ear Infection Natural Treatment - Foods and Diet That Heal - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2008 from Elizabeth NobleA lot of the pain and soreness associated with ear infections comes from inflammation of the ear and Eustachian tubes. Inflamed tissue and fluid in the ear puts pressure on the nerves causing pain. Inflammation is characterized by pain, heat, redness and swelling. There is also a reduction in ...
Views: 20754(1 vote) - 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) - Ear Infection Natural Treatments - Vitamins and Minerals - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2008 from Elizabeth NobleGood nutrition, combined with sensible supplementation can give you the edge in your treatment of an ear infection. The average person doesn't consume an optimal amount of all nutrients in their diet. In fact, scientific trials indicate that all adults should take supplements, even more so if ...
Views: 13484 - Ear Infection Treatment - The Dangers of Prescription Drugs - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2008 from Elizabeth NobleFirstly, can I make it clear that ear infections can be very serious. In some cases prescription drugs are necessary, and in fact can be potentially lifesaving. However in the majority of ear infections, drugs will be of little use. Doctors may prescribe drugs that mask your symptoms temporarily ...
Views: 12303(1 vote) - Treating Lyme with Energy Medicine - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukLyme disease is caused by the transmission of bacteria and viruses by the deer tick. Tick borne diseases are found throughout the world. The bacteria infection caused by the tick bite in the case of Lyme disease is a corkscrew type organism, called a spirochete. These are very hardy and ...
Views: 11746 - 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) - 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 - How To Get Rid Of Bad Body Odor The Natural Way - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinEvery person has his or her own unique odor or smell. This scent, whether sweet and aromatic or repugnant and foul, largely depends on what type of food you eat and the overall health of your intestines or gut. Although judging the foulness of an odor is different in each culture, bad body odor ...
Views: 11158(1 vote) - Basic Actions of PEMFs in the Body - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukIncreased Circulation One of the most basic functions magnetic fields have in the body is to increase circulation. When a cell (such as a red blood cell) is injured or ill, it does not hold its ideal charge. This causes red cells to “stick” together, making circulation slow. When a magnetic ...
Views: 10970 - Introduction to Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukAll energy is electromagnetic in nature, and nothing happens in the body without an electromagnetic exchange between cells. We are all familiar with the electrocardiogram (EKG) and electroencephalograph (EEG) tests, which measure the electromagnetic activity of the heart and brain, respectively. ...
Views: 10865 - *** Seeking Immune System Balance - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2012 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHAchieving and maintaining immune balance can be a challenge in today's world. Toxins, stress, lack of sleep, poor diet, financial strain, packed schedules, a possible mutating H1N1 virus (and other seasonal viruses), antibiotic resistant bacteria and more—all of these can wear you down. They can ...
Views: 9032(7 votes) - Why am I so Tired? - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2009 from Frank Aieta"Why am I so tired?" This is a question I hear almost daily in my practice from patients. Fatigue is probably the number one complaint amongst most new patients that I see. Almost all of these patients will present with the same complaint, “Doc, no matter how much sleep I get at night I still ...
Views: 8786(2 votes) - Spices Boost Metabolism By Heating Up The Body Temperature - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2012 from sarah labdarThe body’s metabolism converts nutrients from the food we eat into energy the body needs to function. Every bodily function right down to the cellular level requires energy. Energy ensures that our body repairs and heals itself, fights disease and eliminates toxins. Our metabolic rate, changes ...
Views: 8449 - The Secrets Behind Healing with Manuka Honey - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from Frank BuonanotteHoney has been used as a natural medicine for centuries. Prior to the advent of antibiotics and other traditional forms of medicine, honey was commonly used to treat infections and promote wound healing. All types of honey have some levels of healing properties. However, Manuka Honey from ...
Views: 8174(1 vote) - Vinegar, Muscle Cramps, Blood Sugar and Acids - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2010 from Karen VaughanThe New York Times just published an article indicating that pickle juice (made of salt, vinegar and spices) was helpful at relieving muscle cramps. In a very small trial, 10 men exercised until dehydrated then were electrically stimulated until they cramped, and were given either pickle juice ...
Views: 7101(2 votes) - Autism Causes, Herbal products Ashwagandha Bacopa - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Veena DeoThe definition of Autism is “Absorption in self-centered subjective mental activity” as in daydreams, fantasies, delusions or hallucinations and when accompanied by marked withdrawal from reality. Autism is a mental disorder originating in infancy that is characterized by self absorption, ...
Views: 6462 - The Wrong Foods can Cause Back Pain - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Tom WatsonBack pain can be triggered by a number of things, one of them being the foods you eat or don’t eat. Here is some information about the types of foods you should be eating and those which you should stay away from. Most importantly, you should drink plenty of water on a daily basis to hydrate ...
Views: 6184(3 votes) - ***Don't Become a Statistic in the Bone Loss Epidemic - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHBone Loss Bone loss is a big deal and a growing problem. It is also something that can be avoided or minimized with proper attention and prevention. Do you know the Six "P" Words to Optimal Health? "Prior Planning and Prevention Prevents Poor Performance." This saying also applies to our bone ...
Views: 6169(5 votes) - ***How OraSal (Salicinium) Works - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2017 from Dr. Thomas Stearns LeeEvery normal cell in the body takes in glucose and oxygen from the blood to produce energy needed to perform its function. This process is called respiration, an aerobic process where energy for the cell is produced from fuels and units of power are created as Adenosine Tri-Phosphate ...
Views: 6076 - Characteristic Symptoms - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2009 from Gregory PaisCharacteristic symptoms are symptoms that illustrate the individuality of the patient. These may be found in the mind, emotions, dreams, general tendencies, food cravings, sleep, sex, energy, and so on. What we’re looking for is the individual expression of the person who is sick. The real ...
Views: 5783 - Ringing Ears After a Concert? - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2010 from Jonathan EdwardsThose who enjoy going out and seeing their favorite band or singer play live often experience a ringing in their ears after a concert is over (this is also known as tinnitus). The "ringing" can be a high pitched whine or squeal. Some people have also described hearing "white noise" which is ...
Views: 5567(5 votes) - Men & Women's Health Awareness Month:The Prostate & Thyroid Glands Exposed - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2010 from Daniel GiddensLike most men I am concerned about my health, and increasingly, the subject of prostate health has found its way into many of my conversations. Interestingly, I am amazed at how little most men actually know about their prostate, and at the casual nonchalance they seem to exhibit about it. This ...
Views: 5409(1 vote) - Magnesium, The Most Deficient Mineral in the American Diet is Not Calcium - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2010 from Paul BlakeThat is right the most common mineral deficient in the U.S. diet is magnesium not calcium. Of the American population 95% are deficient in magnesium. Of all the minerals our body needs magnesium is the most important, not calcium; without enough magnesium our bodies cannot even assimilate ...
Views: 4866(2 votes) - How to Cure Vertigo (Dizziness) with a Home Remedy - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2013 from Junji TakanoHave you ever experienced the sudden feeling that the world around you is moving or spinning? Even worse, you can't stand still and you feel you'll get off balance. Such severe dizziness may happen to anyone unexpectedly. This condition is medically known as "vertigo". Lack of exercise, ...
Views: 4783(1 vote) - Long Pepper or Piper Longum benefits, Asthma, Stress, Insomnia relief - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2011 from Veena DeoPippali is one of the most widely used Ayurvedic herb. The botanical name is Piper Longum and it belongs to the family Piperaceae. In english it is called Longa Pepper. It is primarily made up of volatile oils, resin, Piperine, Piperlongumine, Pipperin, Pippalartin, Piplartine. The fruit of ...
Views: 4725(1 vote) - Allopathic And Naturopathic Medicine; The Bottom Line - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2008 from Dana ChurchillAllopathic and Naturopathic Medicine; the bottom line. Interview with Dana Churchill, N.M.D. As seen in the 2008 edition of the Healer’s Guide www.healerguide.com Dr. Churchill, as a doctor of naturopathic medicine who has practicing for more than three years, what is your opinion of ...
Views: 4700 - The Connection between Diabetes, Beta Endorphins and Obesity - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2012 from Prof. George GrantOur bodies produce thousands of chemicals that control impulses necessary for everyday function and sensory navigation. Endorphins, a multi-functional chemical, are emitted to counteract and deal with sensations by transmitting electrical impulses through the body to the nervous system. One of ...
Views: 4447(1 vote) - ***Bee Venom Therapy: Modern Healing From the Farmer’s Friend - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2012 from Dr. Thomas Stearns LeeBee Venom Therapy (BVT) is an ancient method of treating chronic pain and encouraging the healing process. The bee mentioned is only a domesticated honeybee, as other bees and wasps don’t seem to work as well. Done well, by doctor or an angry bee, the sting works wonders with arthritis, ...
Views: 4200 - ***An Old Wisdom for a New Time - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2015 from Rene AlkalayMy journey into mind-body medicine began in 1964 and has progressed through many winding and often torturous roads. That year I was free for the summer break from my university program and traveled to Bulgaria where I had heard of interesting work being done by a man name Georgi Lozonov. I had ...
Views: 4129(2 votes) - Deep Cleaning: Letting Go and Becoming New with Colon Hydrotherapy - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesModern Living versus Human Physiology We clean our clothes, skin, houses, and cars, but what about our insides? Natural physicians will tell you, “Old age starts in the colon.” And certainly, colon toxicity underlies many commonly reported health problems—not only constipation, diarrhea, gas, ...
Views: 4115 - ***EDTA Oral Chelation - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2012 from Dr. Thomas Stearns LeeFour Reasons to Consider It EDTA Oral Chelation has a rejuvenating effect on the body, slowing down the biological clock of aging because of its powerful anti-oxidant, free-radical scavenging ability. EDTA is a weak, synthetic amino acid related to vinegar that was developed by the Germans ...
Views: 4000(2 votes) - Drugs Versus Fish Oil For Allergies - Differences Clearly Explained - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2012 from Konstantin EriksenMany naturopaths now recommend fish oil for allergies. There is a lot of confusion about what benefits fish oil can have for your allergies, so here's a basic analysis of the situation. An allergic reaction is an unnatural reaction of the body to some external substance, such as a pollen, a ...
Views: 3931 - ***The Sulfur Study - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2012 from Dr. Thomas Stearns LeeNote: To purchase SuperSulfur, visit http://www.naturodoc.com/LB-OS.htm The Cellular Matrix Study (referred to here as "The Sulfur Study") was organized in 1999. This study was inspired by a fatal type of breast cancer, a type of germ cell reproductive cancer that had been reported to ...
Views: 3915 - Vitamins & Minerals That Reduce The Symptoms of Tinnitus - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from sarah labdarWhat’s causing that ringing in your ears? It may be a condition called tinnitus. Tinnitus causes you to hear noise that other people cannot hear. Unfortunately, determining both the cause and correct treatment are quite difficult in many cases. Although there are many causes of tinnitus it is ...
Views: 3905(1 vote) - ***What Is Naturopathic Medicine? - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2012 from Dr. Thomas Stearns LeeWhat Is Naturopathic Medicine?
Views: 3900(1 vote) - What's with the Gluten Free craze anyway? - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2012 from Clara CohenI like to experiment and so last September I decided to see what all the fuss was about and embarked on a Gluten free diet. Unless you've been out of this planet, you know it means not eating wheat, rye, barley, kamut, spelt, and even oat (although that last one is debatable). I don't have ...
Views: 3842(1 vote) - Chromium and Cholesterol Control - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Steffan AbelChromium and Cholesterol Control Chromium is needed by the body in order to handle fats and sugars correctly (which makes it ideal for stabilizing blood sugar levels in Type 2 diabetics) and several studies have linked chromium (and in particular chromium picolinate) with excellent results in ...
Views: 3625(1 vote) - The Naturopath’s Guide To Overcoming PCOS - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2012 from Jenny BlondelYou are no doubt reading this article because you have either been struggling with PCOS for some time; you have recently been diagnosed with PCOS or suspect you have PCOS. Perhaps you are experiencing weight gain for no apparent reason, acne, excess hair growth, irregular periods and/or ...
Views: 3551(1 vote) - ***Steps to Better Health – Diet Change for Success - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2012 from Anne Merkel, Ph.D. NDDid you know that stress-producing thoughts are the most potent toxin producers in your body? And, foods are in second place? You know your eating habits, and in your heart you really know if you are eating as healthily as you can… and as you should to maintain your health. So, I’d like to ...
Views: 3525(1 vote) - Thyroid Disease, A Naturopathic Answer - by Submitted on May 30, 2008 from Paul BlakeThyroid disease, malfunctions of the thyroid gland, hyperthyroid (overactive) or hypothyroid (underactive) are showing signs in our population of becoming an epidemic says “The Colorado Thyroid Disease Prevalence Study”. This is a trend across the board in American health, where we ...
Views: 3508 - Thyroid Hormone Interference - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2008 from Jacob SchorCoffee has been added to the list of things that interfere with absorption of thyroid hormone. That's the list of things that you shouldn’t take along with thyroid hormone keeps growing. Most simply hinder absorption of the drug from the digestive tract and effectively reduce the dose ...
Views: 3434 - Orthomolecular Treatment for Depression - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2012 from Michael LocklearDepression is at epidemic levels. In the United States, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) reports that major depression is the most prevalent mood disorder today, affecting 17 percent of the population at least once in their lifetime. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ...
Views: 3400 - ***Alternative Medicine and Energy Psychology - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2012 from Anne Merkel, Ph.D. NDEnergy Psychology and Energy Medicine are new fields of scientific study and clinical application, both born from the science of quantum physics/ quantum mechanics. For those well-versed in the cutting–edge quantum approach to the Universe, life, the human body, the energy connectedness of all, ...
Views: 3316(1 vote) - How to Beat the Swine Flu the Natural Way - by Submitted on May 12, 2009 from Sandor CruzSwine flu, influenza A, h1n1 flu. Whatever it's called, this latest flu pandemic sure is scaring a lot of people out of their wits. But should you be afraid of the big bad swine flu? The swine flu scare has spawned different reactions from different countries, some expected, some extreme. In ...
Views: 3268(2 votes) - Blood glucose trials, Blood sugar studies, Gluco x - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2011 from Veena DeoThis is a study that compares the performance of Gluco X (a generic name and not a commercial name), a herbal supplement product that is primarily made up of Gymnema, Bitter Melon, Salacia, Fenugreek, Jambolan and Cinnamon (active ingredients) and a conventional drug used for blood sugar ...
Views: 3210 - Nutmeg benefits, Insomnia, Digetion, Memory help - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2011 from Veena DeoNutmeg or Mystica Fragrans or Jaiphal in Hindi is always used in foods, especially in desserts in India. It is considered as a precious herb because of the enormous medicinal properties of its seeds. The most important thing in the uses of Nutmeg, as a small dose it does not produce any side ...
Views: 3177 - Natural Methods to prevent any Bateria/Virus/ H1N1 Swine Flue - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2010 from Prof. George Grant1. Frequent hand-washing (well highlighted in all official communications) using Tea Tree Oil. 2. "Hands-off-the-face" approach. Resist all temptations to touch any part of face (unless you want to eat, bathe or slap). 3. *Gargle twice a day with warm salt water or Tea ...
Views: 3143(2 votes) - Energy Psychology Support for Autoimmune Disorders - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2013 from Anne Merkel, Ph.D. NDEach autoimmune case is different, however there are many similarities and shared issues underlying autoimmune disorders. Included here are two exercises that you may use as you begin to apply Energy Therapy meridian approaches to clear some of the emotions associated with your condition or that ...
Views: 3107 - Do Supplements have different absorption & bioavailability? YES! - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Prof. George GrantAbsorption & Bioavailability of Supplements: Not all Supplements are made the same!! their absorption or Bioavailability range from 5% up to 90%. Use supplements that are Natural, standardized and most importantly Patented, Proven Clinically,Published, Predictable and Priced resonable. We ...
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