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Green Tea: Help Or Hype? By : Laura Turner There’s been lots of health-hype lately surrounding the benefits of green tea. I’m certain you’ve heard it, too. Have you ever wondered: “Is it really worth my while to drink tea of the green variety?” Stick around and decide for yourself. First: The Claims: A rich source of anti-oxidants: What are anti-oxidants? Anti-oxidants neutralize “free radicals” or unstable molecules in the body that can eventually become unfriendly and wreak havoc on the cells. Free radical d... A Beginner's Guide To Using Aromatherapy With Children By : Misty Rae Cech, ND Trust your instinct - a beginner’s guide to using aromatherapy with children: Essential oils are pure aromatic plant essences – they are distilled from flowers, fruit, leaves, resins, roots, seeds, and wood. The are used for their healing properties the world over – in , for example, they are only available through licensed, qualified parishioners. In the United States, we have free access to essential oils – but with this comes with some important cautions: Only some of t... Are Home Diagnostic Kits Reliable As A Substitute For Professional Medical Opinions? By : Terry McDermott Let’s face it. A trip to the drugstore is a whole lot easier than a costly and time-consuming trip to the doctor’s office. No time wasted waiting for the physician; no embarrassing questions to answer; and no sticker shock when the bill comes. Just head for the section of your pharmacy with all of the gadgets and home test kits and you are ready to “play doctor.” With skyrocketing medical costs and increased concerns about privacy, more and more Americans are taking advan... Basil – More Than A Kitchen Plant By : Sharon Hopkins A universally known fact is that aromatherapy uses essential oils extracted from plants. One of the most commonly used essential oil in aromatherapy is that of Basil. Basil got its name from the Greek word “basileum” meaning “king”. Considered as "king among plants" as it was one of the ingredients on the list of oils blended to massage kings. Basil is an important herb as its uses are two-fold, for cooking as well as to cure a variety of ailments. The herb covers and offe... Treating ADD - The Range Of Possible Options By : Sarah K. Jenkins Attention Deficit Disorder, a challenge to say the least, may have you ready to pull your hair out. Luckily, there are treatments available to help your child be more successful at completing daily tasks, paying attention, and resisting impulsive activity. Generally, there are three most utilized methods for treating ADD: medication, behavior therapy, or alternative medicine. Medication has been the primary treatment method for Attention Deficit Disorder for decades. Altho... Various Home Remedies By : Dana Goldberg What was the first thing your mother did for you when you had a cold? She cooked some chicken noodle soup. It has been proved, however, that some of these various home remedies work. While some border on the outrageous, some may work. Remember, however, that if the problem is severe, to see a health care professional. On to the home remedies! Acne and pimples: Try toothpaste. The chemicals in the tooth paste that are used to scrub your teeth clean actually dry out the pimp... Aromatherapy While Traveling By : Sharon Hopkins Whether you are on business trip, a romantic holiday, a family trip or simply want to experience outdoor life, aromatherapy essential oils come useful along the way. Take along carrier oils for diluting the essential oils. Are you going away on business trip? Whether you have to meet clients, give presentations, hold seminars, business meetings, etc, one can surely feel stressed out. Take along with you lavender, peppermint, marjoram and Neroli essential oils. - Massage... Magic Spells - Paranormal Cures Or Mind Over Matter? By : Katerina Guarente For thousands of years, civilizations all over the world have relied on their faith in spiritual or mystical powers to accomplish truly amazing feats. Long before modern medicine came on the scene, most health concerns were traditionally handled by applying a dose of spirituality, voodoo, witchcraft, astrology, or psychic power from any number of paranormal sources. One simply couldn’t get through the day without help from the “unseen” world. Of course, that was in the “dark ... What Is A Home Remedy? By : Doug Smith Home Remedies - Facts or Quacks? Myths and legends often have their basis in a grain of truth. So I wondered if home remedies, alternative treatments, and folklore cures might also be based on truth. First, let’s try to define the phrase home remedy. There’s No Place Like Home The name itself proclaims that a home remedy is, well, a remedy that’s administered at home! Prescription drugs are often given at home as remedies, so we need to dig a little deeper. When you ... Not Now, I Have A Headache By : Doug Smith Home Remedies - Facts or Quacks? That’s what I recently asked myself. Myths and legends often have their basis in a grain of truth. Are home remedies based on truth too? A little research provided this unusual perspective on one of our most frequently-used medicines. Are We Barking Up The Wrong Tree? Not if it’s a willow tree! Chewing on willow bark to reduce fever and inflammation dates back to the time of Hippocrates (400 BC). Willow bark was used as a medicine in ... You Can Live Forever If You Want Now By : J Schipper Life Extension seeks methods to slow or halt aging, and if possible repair existing age-induced damage. "To die young at an old age" is the optimum goal. The mission is to extend the active, healthy years, not just to add more time to live in age-induced disability. There are several different schools of thought on how to best extend and enhance human life. Each takes a completely different approach in dealing with human aging, although they are all complementary and can be u... Alternative Medicine - Gaining Popularity And Acceptance By : All Alternative Medicine Alternative medicine has been gaining in both popularity and acceptance in recent years. Many cities now have a plethora of shops where a person interested in buying alternative medicines can go to find whatever they are seeking, in addition to being able to take advantage of many alternative medicine services at local practitioners’ offices. Alternative medicine is simply a way of referencing a type of treatment that is not officially recognized by the medical establishme... Homeopathy 101 By : Laura Turner Homeopathy: What It Is Treating illness with homeopathy is not a new practice. In fact, in many European countries it is no longer considered "alternative" medicine. In France, for example, over 30% of general practitioners prescribe homeopathic remedies. In Britain, the number is well over 40%. Although homeopathy is not as common in America, it continues to gain increasing respect within the medical community and has offered many Americans an alternative form of self-car... Could Hypnosis Be Better For Your Health? By : Jonny Goldmann Are you tired of hurting, feeling pain, and battling with health issues? If so, you may be an excellent candidate for hypnosis. The interesting thing is that the body is very powerful. For example, when we sleep, the body will begin to rejuvenate and heal itself during the deep stages. This is why when a person has insomnia, not being able to reach the deep stage of sleep; his or her body is tired the next day, which then manifests as headaches, joint pain, depres... Does Massage Therapy Help Against Back Pain? By : Codi Morieta I originally thought that massage therapy would be a gentle, soothing massage that would lessen the ever present tightness in my shoulders and lower back. Boy was I wrong. I made an appointment at the insistence of my boss because the neck pain I had experienced since adolescence was becoming more intense from the way I sat at my computer. I was led into a pastel room with soft lighting and asked to strip to my underwear and lay face down on the table. My head went int... What Is Iridology? By : Rene Graeber In 1950, a chiropractor from America named Bernard Jensen began teaching students about the necessity of using natural foods to detoxify the body. He developed a method by which the color of the iris was used to indicate the presence of different toxins. American iridology was born. However, iridology, or the study of disease using the color of the iris and certain color and thickness of lines across the eyeball originated in Europe, when a physician from Hungary and a Swe... How Alternative Medicine Fits Into Today’s Society By : Ken Snow Think you don’t know what alternative medicine is? It’s more common than you think, and now has a firm place in the world today. Certain therapies not formerly thought of as legitimate medical treatments are now being used on a more frequent basis to treat a variety of ailments, quite often with endorsement from the medical community. Some of the more common types of alternative medicine treatments include: • Massage therapy • Aromatherapy • Hydrotherapy • Acupuncture ... The Origins Of Alternative Medicine By : Ken Snow The origins of alternative medicine, also known as holistic medicine, can be traced back thousands of years to the very roots of medicine. Many millennia ago, physicians or healers would assess the sick person’s emotional condition in addition to their physical symptoms before beginning treatment. The roots of alternative medicine deal with the symptoms of the “whole” person, not merely the physical signs of illness. This is radically different from traditional medicine today... The Definition Of Alternative Medicine By : Ken Snow Have you ever suffered from a horrible headache when you thought the best remedy might be for someone to bash you over the head, or to pull your hair out? Then you might have some experience with alternative medicine! In all seriousness, alternative medicine is not about hurting yourself, but involves investigating other potential methods to treat an ailment besides synthetic drugs. A good purpose for alternative medicine is to avoid developing a dependence on drugs of any... Stress Relief Provided By Herbal Medicine By : Grace Palce - Chances are, you may not know about the use of herbal medicine to provide stress relief. We certainly can’t blame if you don’t. Herbal medicine, after all, is still trying to gain its former popularity and so many people are still in doubt of its efficacy and prefer to use prescription medicine instead. But you see, if you take the time to check historical texts, the use of herbal medicine can date back as far as 5,000 years ago! The efficacy of herbal medicine, therefore,... 5 Safe & Effective Home Remedies By : Daphne Succes While some ailments require specific medications, others may be treated with simple home remedies that have withstood the test of time. Generations ago, people began using home remedies and have passed their knowledge on to their families as time progressed. Still, many are unaware of the large number of home remedies that can provide instant, safe and effective relief. Best of all, home remedies do not cause side effects as other conventional medications often do. Anyone ... Effective Ways You Can Use In Battling Candida Infection By : Charlene J. Nuble Candidiasis is an infection caused by the over-growing of the fungus called Candida albicans. These fungus normally grows in the stomach but harmful if found in other parts of the body. This infection is also known as thrush or yeast infection. Normally it is found in the human stomach as it aids in digestion. If it is found in some parts of the body, it could be a serious sign or symptom of the disease. These are the body parts where Candida albicans could be found: 1.... Cautions Concerning Hypnosis By : Jonny Goldmann Many people still believe that hypnosis is dangerous but in fact, by itself it is perfectly harmless. The key with hypnosis is to work with a qualified and trained hypnotist or hypnotherapist. After all, this individual is going to take you on a journey that involves you being given suggestions. Obviously, unwise use of suggestions could create problems, sometimes leading to the very opposite of what you are trying to achieve. Therefore, it is essential that your hypnotist or... Enhancing Memory And Concentration With Hypnosis By : Rene Graeber If you had a tool to help enhance memory and concentration, would you be interested in learning more? The good news is that you do have tool that can do just that and much more – hypnosis. People around the world complain of having poor memory and concentration for one reason or another. Forgetting dates, important facts, anniversaries, and so on is frustrating and sometimes, embarrassing. You can turn this around by working with a licensed hypnotherapist or learning self-hyp... Acupressure - Is More Than Just Massaging By : Sharon Hopkins Acupressure is one the oldest Chinese traditions used to cure many of our health problems. It involves use of pressure by your hand, elbow and other means. This form of healing has been in existence for more than 5,000 years. A technique recommended by many and has been used world over. It is a simple method if you know how to do it. Acupuncture is another practice wherein needles are used on the pressure points to cure ailments. How does Acupressure work? Acupressure ... Acupuncture Schools Online By : CP There is a large quantity of information online about acupuncture schools. There is also quite a bit of information online regarding the practice of acupuncture, which is a form of Oriental medicine. Topics that are included on informational sites about acupuncture are where you can find schools, what diseases acupuncture can treat, and how acupuncture works. Sites such as the Acupunctures Q&A site also address the safety of acupuncture and how much pain is involved in the... What Is Homeopathic Medicine? By : Rene Graeber Homeopathy is a safe, natural form of medicine, based on the practice of treating like with like. Homeopathy is derived from the Greek words homios, meaning like or similar, and italios, meaning suffering. Homeopathy is concerned with treating the whole person rather than the illness alone. The homeopath will consider the patient as a whole, both physically and psychologically, taking into account the patient's physical appearance, their likes, dislikes and their temperam... Ringworm: A Non-Crawling Fungus That Can Spread Over The Entire Body By : James Zeller It itches, makes you scratch, but it is not a worm. It is contagious but can be controlled naturally and quickly. Kill the the fungus with a proven natural remedy. Tinea A rather common ailment has gone by a very unattractive name and one that is somewhat misleading. The scientific name for this ailment is Tinea; however the more common name is simply Ringworm. Tinea is Latin for ‘growing worm’ and may have led to the more common English translation. Ringworm Defined... Home Remedies For Ear Aches By : Sharon Hopkins Earaches can be slightly painful to extremely painful. An ear ache is caused by a fluid buildup due to some infection or pressure build up in the middle ear. Swimming, bathing, allergies or even cleaning your ear with cotton bud can lead to discomfort, bacterial growth and infection in the ear. Most common cause of the earache is due to plugged ‘Eustachian’ tubes (a small tube connecting the ear to the nose). If and when your Eustachian tubes become blocked possibility of ... Toenail Fungus Remedy By : Sharon Hopkins Fungal infections are common on both fingernails and toenails. Toenails are more prone to be affected by fungus, as these living organisms thrive in dark damp environments available on the foot than on hand. When inflicted with toenail fungus, the nails can turn yellowish or have brownish discoloration. They may become thick or brittle over time and break or shed on own. Such kind of nails is unsightly, disfiguring, embarrassing and painful most of the times. Toenail fungu... Home Remedies For Boils By : Sharon Hopkins Boil is a localized collection of pus surrounded by inflamed tissue in the skin. It starts off as reddened tender area and over a period of time, the area around it becomes firm and hard. The center of the boil full of pus is soft and is filled with infection fighting white blood cells, bacteria and proteins that eradicate the infection. Finally the pus forms a head, which can be surgically opened or drained out through the surface of the skin. One can not pinpoint the rea... Home Remedies For Athletes Feet By : Sharon Hopkins Quite a common skin problem, Athlete's foot affects mostly men and young people. This skin problem can be found in the area between the toes, soles of feet fingernails and toenails. Athlete's foot is caused by a fungus called tinea pedis living off the dead skin cells and thriving in moist warm places such as gyms, locker rooms, showers and swimming pools. If you come in contact with wet floors or touch infected socks and shoes, you can contract this disease. Symptoms are ... Home Remedies For Sinuses By : Sharon Hopkins Sinusitis refers to inflammation of the sinus passage and over secretion of mucus by the membrane lining the nose and throat. It is often followed by a common cold, influenza and other general infections. Excessive or constant sneezing, running nose, blockage of one or both nostrils, headaches and pressure around the head, eyes and face, fever, lack of appetite and difficulty in breathing are symptoms of sinusitis. Try some of these home remedies for sinuses - - A ts... Travelers Diarrhea Help With Herbal Medicine By : Rebecca Prescott These herbal remedies will help you avoid gastrointestinal upsets when you embark on your travel adventure. Learn about the 5 best herbs to make up your own prophylactic remedy, and how these supplements work. Melatonin - Why The Gentle Approach Works Best By : Rebecca Prescott Melatonin, being a powerful substance, is one that should be used with caution in cases of serious illness like cancer. Find out who else should be wary of using this supplement, and a food source of melatonin that is a safer, more natural alternative for those still interested in getting the benefi Ayurvedic Body Type and Diet Recommendations By : Rebecca Prescott Learn about what foods support the three ayurveda body types - pitta, vata, and kapha. We cover the characteristics of each body type, as well as information on some of the things that throw those constitutions out of balance. Discover the Truth About Apple Cider Vinegar Remedies By : Rebecca Prescott The way remedies are sometimes presented, the reader may be forgiven for thinking they were reading a nutritional comic book. This article examines one such 'superhero' - vinegar, and looks for the reality behind the creative logic. Using Homeopathy to Control Asthma By : Philip Nicosia Asthma is a chronic condition that affects millions of people all over the world. Studies show that 1 in 7 children, and 1 in 12 adults, suffer from asthma. How to Cure Your Boils Naturally By : Kathy Love Boils are not a pleasant topic, but it is something that most of us will experience at some point in our lives. This article will show how you can cure your boils naturally by using inexpensive natural remedies. Important Information About Cluster Headaches By : Bette Daoust This article discusses the little known cluster headaches. You will learn about the symptoms and treatment options for cluster headaches. The Politics Of Massage: Alternative Treatment Or Mainstream Therapy? By : simi The Politics Of Massage: Alternative Treatment Or Mainstream Therapy? Anxiety and Panic Attacks -- What Has Worked For Me By : Kathy Love Anxiety is very wide spread today because of our busy lifestyles and poor eating habits. I myself have struggled with anxiety and panic attacks for about 14 years. I have tried lots of different ways to cope or possibly cure my anxiety and thought I should share a few things that have worked for me. Symptoms of Influenza Flu By : Olivia Andrews Symptoms of influenza flu may seem similar to other fever and cold conditions but needs proper medication and treatment in order to come out of the disease. The Use of Green Tea in Home Remedies By : Colin Holcomb This article discusses the many benefits of homemade remedies. It will show how you can use green tea to help treat several conditions. There is Hope for Post Partum Depression: BodyTalk! By : David T. Sara is a happy mother with a new baby. She was able to have a natural childbirth, at home with a midwife assisting. Change Your Diet to Cure Your Constipation By : Kathy Love There are many things that can cause constipation and changing your diet will almost always help no matter what the cause. What is Ayurveda and How does Ayurveda heal By : David T. The word Ayurveda means Science of Life, a mind/body science. Ayurveda is a complete system of restoring and maintaining a harmonious mind/body/spirit connection. Detoxing Through Lifestyle Changes By : Kathy Love I believe that detoxing is an ongoing process for life. You are exposed to toxins on a daily basis and need to help your body deal with these toxins so that they don't accumulate in your system. Arthritis Treatment Using Natural Remedies By : Arthritis is something we all have to deal with at some point. If you work your joints a lot -typing, walking, and running - then you need to read this article to follow some important points about reducing joint inflammation. Discover what causes arthritis and what arthritis treatment you need to use to protect your joints. Do What Your Body Needs - A Natural Colon Cleanse By : If you are starting to think about how to become healthier, then you need to think colon. The colon is a toxic area and if you don't keep it clean, it will become even more toxic. Discover three habits you can acquire to keep yourself free of toxic accumulation in the colon.
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