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New to magnetic fields? Start here - By Dr. William Pawluk- Glycoutrients - Essential Carbohydrates - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2007 from Spencer HuntHave you had your carbohydrates today? Since it has only been in the last 100 years that discoveries have led to the realization of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants…experts agree that there is much more to be learned about the body and it's nutrient requirements. While there have ...
Views: 2192 - Detoxify and Immunify your Diet - Top Medicinal Foods to Boost your Health and Cuisine - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2011 from Sarah HolvikOK, I realize immunify isn’t technically a word, but you get the idea – this is about foods with serious immune boosting and detoxifying action. How does a single food do all of this, you might ask? The secret to the double-action health benefits lies in the interconnection between these crucial ...
Views: 2189(3 votes) - Wise Woman Herbal Ezine ~ July 17, 2012 - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2012 from Susun WeedTo read the entire Wise Woman Herbal Ezine including color photos and a recipe for you, visit: http://wisewomanherbalezine.com/july17-2012/index.html Mid-Summer Weed Walk July 17, 2012 This week I would like to introduce you to a mysterious, and often maligned, family of edible and ...
Views: 2189 - Five Ways to Cope Well with Cancer & Other Calamities - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2012 from Janbreathe@aol.com Janbreathe@aol.comI’ve been on a cancer journey for 3 years and I can honestly say that my life has been enriched by the experience. I’d like to share 5 ways I’ve learned to consciously cope well with cancer. These tips can apply to any kind of life challenge: 1. Face and feel your feelings fully. It’s only ...
Views: 2186(2 votes) - Be Your Own Herbal Expert - Pt 2 - by Submitted on May 09, 2011 from Susun WeedHerbal medicine is the medicine of the people. It is simple, safe, effective, and free. Our ancestors knew how to use an enormous variety of plants for health and well-being. Our neighbors around the world continue to use local plants for healing and health maintenance, and you can too. In ...
Views: 2185(1 vote) - How to Create Safe and Quiet Space to Enhance Your Healing - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2010 from Misa HopkinsThe greatest mysteries to healing in life are right here in front of us, part of us, each and every day. The reason we do not recognize them is because we are so busy surviving.We rarely slow down long enough to notice the spirit of life hidden within every living thing. You do not have to ...
Views: 2184 - Anger Weighs Twice as Much as Fat - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2013 from Kristine TimpertThe most common goal for personal improvement is that of a weight loss program to tone and strengthen the body. It is my belief that even if successful, until we heal our anger, the body remains heavy and weak on the inside. Just as you would never paint over rust on your car, you may not want ...
Views: 2183(2 votes) - Do Allergy Shots Help In Reducing The Allergy Symptoms? - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2010 from Neelima ReddyItchiness, watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, and redness are some of the common symptoms that majority of the people experiences as allergy symptoms. The most effective way to fight against particular allergen is immunotherapy or allergy shot, but some people will get frightened to get ...
Views: 2180(2 votes) - Most common Types of Cancer - Bone Cancer In Traditional Chinese Perspective - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Kyle NortonBones cancer Bones cancer is defined as a health condition of abnormal cells growth of the bone, including marrow, endosteum and periosteum, nerves, blood vessels and cartilage due to alternation of DNA in division and replication the bone malignant bone cells. It can be primary or secondary ...
Views: 2177 - Super Foods for Antiaging & Total Wellness - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2010 from Prof. George GrantWhat makes a "superfood"? When it comes to healthy eating, there are foods that are so exceptionally nutrient dense and the benefits of eating them so amazing, that they are often referred to as “super foods”. What’s more, they have more nutrients per calorie than most other foods and ...
Views: 2176(3 votes) - What You Can Do to Help Eliminate Water Fluoridation - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2010 from Prof. George GrantI suggest you talk to your dentist and health care provider about water fluoridation. For example, ask them if they’ve seen the National Academy of Sciences report on fluoridation. You can help educate them by giving them information they may not have on water fluoridation and excess ...
Views: 2171(1 vote) - Endometriosis Part XVII - Can Flower Plants Help To Treat Endometriosis (Part A)? - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2009 from Kyle NortonEndometriosis which grows somewhere else other than the endometrium, also reacts to hormonal signals of the monthly menstrual cycle by building up tissue, breaking it, and eliminating it through the menstrual period. We have spent much of our time to discuss how conventional and traditional ...
Views: 2167(1 vote) - 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: 2167 - Best Ways to Prevent Common Flu and Cold Include Improved Oxygen Concentrations In Body Organs - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Dr Artour RakhimovWhere staying healthy is concerned, we all know precisely how critical it is to use adequate vitamin C to reinforce the body. People are informed again and again how helpful vitamin C is to staying healthful as well as powerful. What’s the very first thing you are told when you are trapped with ...
Views: 2166(1 vote) - Break through the limits to your health, wealth, peace and happiness. - by Submitted on May 08, 2011 from Laura NormanMaybe this sounds like a day you've had recently. You have a big meeting at the office this morning...and the alarm didn't go off. You stop at Starbuck's for coffee and the line stretches out the door! A fender-bender on I-95 brings traffic to a crawl. You finally get to work and some jerk pulls ...
Views: 2164 - Tap Into Your Creativity Through Your Feet - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2011 from Laura NormanWe are creative beings. From the day we are born, we dream and make sounds to please ourselves. As soon as we can hold a crayon – or some baby food – we draw. We sing, dance, act, play musical instruments, paint, draw, and sculpt. We invent, start new businesses and industries, build and program ...
Views: 2163 - Cesium Carbonate or Chemo for my Cancer? - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Kimberly RisleyWhat do you do if you discover you have Cancer? There are, of course, many choices. You are likely exploring these options along with your health professional. You may be doing your own research. Of course, conventional chemo, radiation and surgery are choices you are considering. You may be ...
Views: 2160(2 votes) - Spiritual Care Giving as Life Draws to a Close - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2010 from Dr. Jane SimingtonSPIRITUAL CARE GIVING: As Life Draws To a Close Each person who interacts effectively with a dying person cannot leave emotionally and spiritually untouched and unchanged in some way. My Mother lived the last months of her life in a palliative care setting. I spent many hours at her bedside. ...
Views: 2158(1 vote) - Why Vitamin B5 [Pantothenic Acid]is an essential vitamin? - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2013 from Prof. George GrantVitamin B5, or Pantothenic Acid, is an essential vitamin required by the body for cellular processes and optimal maintenance of fat. A deficiency of vitamin B5 is rare, however, when it does occur is usually seen in the form of irritability, fatigue, apathy, numbness, paresthesia, and muscle ...
Views: 2150(1 vote) - Allergies: The 1-Day Solution - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2013 from Roberta MittmanThe trees are budding, the temperature is rising (at least in the East), and-- Ahh-choo! Seasonal allergies have arrived. But I'm here today to tell you it is entirely possible to tackle spring's irritants head-on--and feel much more comfortable this season. You really can put severe ...
Views: 2149 - Kombuch Making Tips: Cool Down With Homemade Kombucha Tea - by Submitted on May 25, 2011 from Chef Tina JoAs the weather starts to turn warm, lots of folks start making sun tea to wet their whistle and cool down. Well how about trying your hand at kombucha? No, it's not a Mercian dance; it's a drink and a mighty powerful one at that. Kombucha, is a naturally fermented beverage made from tea, ...
Views: 2147(1 vote) - Detoxification- Introduction, Causes, Prevention and Treatment - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Kyle NortonI. Introduction American diet contain high in saturated fat, trans fat, and other harmful substances such as sugar, caffeine, pesticides, addictive substances, etc. and less in fruits and vegetables. These types of harmful substances is toxin. Our body detoxified functions try to get rid of ...
Views: 2146(4 votes) - How to avoid the side effects of using anti inflammatory drugs like cortisone? - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from Prof. George GrantSystemic side effects occur as a result of a small amount of the cortisone entering the bloodstream and affecting your entire body, not just the location where the cortisone was given. Systemic side effects of a local injection of cortisone are rare and usually minor. Unlike taking oral ...
Views: 2144(1 vote) - Ayurveda- Using Ayurvedic Treatments for Acne - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2010 from sarah labdarAcne is the most common problem that affects our skin today. No matter what age you are 15, or 40 acne can affect the appearance of your skin. Acne is caused by sebaceous glands producing excess sebum. Sebum clogs the skin and pores or the hair follicle, which forms acne. Grease, dirt, and harsh ...
Views: 2141(3 votes) - How Often Can I Use a Neti Pot? - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2011 from Sinus SupportMost Frequently Asked Questions About Neti Pot Use The most frequently asked question to us here at Baraka is: how often should I use my neti pot to do nasal rinsing? The answer, although simple, may not be easy for most people: Listen to your body. In a culture that trusts science over ...
Views: 2141(1 vote) - Awaken the Power within You - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2009 from Lilia MarquezHappiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony- Mahatma Gandhi I've always been interested in the concept of Mind Body Spirit interconnectedness. As a Holistic Care practitioner, I'm very passionate about Reiki, Hypnosis and Nutrition. Reiki is a Japanese ...
Views: 2140(2 votes) - Train Your Monkey Mind: The Power of NOT Thinking - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2011 from Ecovitality...Consider.It Health!We are all thinkers to various degrees. A lot of the time thinking is clearly a very good thing but a constant onslaught of thought… very draining indeed. Not just on our minds but our bodies too. This is a good time to make yourself a cuppa and get comfortable, this is by far the longest of my ...
Views: 2140 - Has Constipation Brought You to Your Knees? - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2013 from Helen Chin LuiDid you know? • More than 4 million Americans (12-19%) suffer from chronic constipation in the USA (including children, adults and elderly). • 2.5 million annual doctor’s visits are for constipation. • More than $700 million is spent on over-the-counter laxative products ...
Views: 2135(1 vote) - It's Worth Trying A Homeopathic Tinnitus Remedy! - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2010 from Eddie ChambersMy name is Eddie Chambers, I was born in 1975 and I live with my family in Los Angeles CA. Tinnitus screwed with my head from 42004 until 2009 For me it all began with a light hissing sound and a headache, I first blamed stress for this, I didn’t knew absolutely nothing about tinnitus then. ...
Views: 2133 - Ayurvedic treatment for Friedreich's Ataxia - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2017 from Dr. Vikram ChauhanDon't lose the hope, when its dark, stars come out. It seems present time is era of diseases. Everyone has the minor to major health ailments. Staying positive during the illness, helps in better healing. There is great saying – when 'I' is replaced by 'we' even illness become wellness. ...
Views: 2128 - How do I Listen to My Intuition - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2011 from Emmy VadnaisIntuition – we’ve heard the word, and know that it something that is a part of us. Most of us have had the experience of ‘knowing’ something was about to happen, or that something, someone, or some situation didn’t feel right or felt good. But, how do we listen to it? What exactly is ...
Views: 2128 - You Can Look Beautiful Everyday - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraIt's only natural for women to want to look beautiful, since they (I mean, we, are God's fairest creatures). In your own special ways, you can look beautiful every single day. Notwithstanding age, race, lifestyle or culture, it's every woman's right to feel good about herself. Here are some ...
Views: 2126(2 votes) - Why Acupuncture is Being Recomended for Infertility - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2009 from Dr. Kathleen AlbertsonWhy is Acupuncture now being recommended for Infertility? Why will you want it? How can it help? Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) includes acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine. It has successfully treated infertility, gynecological, male factor, and many other illnesses and health ...
Views: 2126(3 votes) - ARE YOU TIRED? GRUMPY? GAINED WEIGHT? HAVING HOT FLASHES? - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Iris Rosenfeld, DCLEARN WHAT YOU CAN DO TO FEEL ENERGIZED! WHY USE SALIVA??? Saliva testing is an easy and noninvasive way of assessing one's hormone status and is proving to be the most reliable medium for measuring hormone levels. In this article you will learn the difference between steroid ...
Views: 2122 - *** Seven Keys to Change: A Mind Body Approach to Creating Permanent Good Health - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Maggie PhillipsThere are many ways to move toward positive health experience even if you have persistent pain or are suffering from health problems or posttraumatic stress. The first step is to identify portals, or starting places, into your body experience. This portal will serve to maximize your attempts at ...
Views: 2120(3 votes) - New Rule--Value yourself enough to rid toxins from your life - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Whole Person Balanced LifeNew Rule--Value yourself enough to rid toxins from your life So, you've read my last couple of posts about the dangerous chemicals that can be found in your every day personal care products. You are probably thinking that no matter where you turn your head you are going to be assaulted by ...
Views: 2115(4 votes) - Special Seasonal Steps for Food Freedom - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2009 from Nancy Anderson DolanIt is holiday time again and time to think about a conscious celebration. The difference between what we think and want to feel like and what we actually experience, can drive even the most dedicated wellness woman into less than optimal choices with their eating and plans at this time of the ...
Views: 2114(1 vote) - Reiki-The Healing Touch - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2010 from Lilia MarquezI've always been interested in Mind Body Spirit connection. It was a time of my life that I needed healing myself- I gained weight, I was seeing an allergist and an acupuncturist. I realized that in order for me to share myself fully with the people I love and care about, I have to go to ...
Views: 2113(3 votes) - How to die from an airplane flight without crashing - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2009 from James EvansMore travellers may be dying by just sitting in airplanes every year than in actual airline crashes. Traveller’s Thrombosis – more popularly known as Economy Class Syndrome – is the moniker attributed to the occurrence of often fatal condition of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in people who travel ...
Views: 2110 - Pure Scents - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2017 from Michael LemonRolling blue lavender fields, the scent of flowers and herbs, a feeling of warmth and comfort. No, I’m not in the South of France at all but lying comfortably on a massage couch having an Aromatherapy treatment. The subtle aroma of the lavender massage evokes memories of relaxation and past ...
Views: 2110(1 vote) - Using Energy for Chakra Healing - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2011 from Eva LangdonOur physical body is only as radiant as the invisible life force energy that is flowing through it. When we feel out of balance, low, hurt, negated or ill, we can be sure that an imbalance exists somewhere in our energy field. A negative interaction with a coworker doesn’t just put us in a bad ...
Views: 2110(1 vote) - Is Lactose Intolerance Forever? It Doesn't Have To Be! - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2013 from "Dr. Mike" GreenbergLactose intolerance is an uncomfortable condition caused by an allergy to dairy products. The symptoms most associated with this allergy include eczema, bloating, flatulence, diarrhea, weight gain, cramps, congestion, and even ear infections. However, since 50% of all food reactions happen in a ...
Views: 2109 - 10 Tips to help You Stop Smoking - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2010 from Alison LongleySmoking is considered both a habit and an addiction. The good news is that if you can go for three days without a cigarette you have beaten the addiction to nicotine. The nicotine takes approximately seventy two hours to leave your body no matter how long you have been smoking or how many ...
Views: 2104(5 votes) - Tap in the Gratitude With EFT and Speed Up the Healing Process - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Annabel FisherWhen we are struggling to overcome a chronic illness or chronic pain, our lives become very focused on what is wrong, and the steps we need to take in order to recover. Our lives may consist of appointments with doctors, specialists, therapists, and various practitioners. In fact, we may feel as ...
Views: 2103(5 votes) - Elizabeth Edwards Didn’t Have To Die of Breast Cancer - by Submitted on May 13, 2011 from Dorothy NeddermeyerWould it be OK if I told you there is a better way to eliminate cancer than cancer-fighting therapies and surgery medical research has developed? 'Fighting' cancer with chemotherapy, surgery, or radiation is counter to the body's natural self-healing process. Medical treatments approach ...
Views: 2099(1 vote) - Healing Through NLP and Hypnotherapy Part One - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2012 from Debbie WilliamsSpontaneous remission, also known as spontaneous healing and spontaneous regression is a phenomenon that occurs when a disease unexpectedly improves or disappears altogether. This occurrence usually leaves doctors at a loss, unable to explain why for example, a cancerous tumour regresses and ...
Views: 2096(1 vote) - Stop that Aching Head! - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2013 from Zen-Jay ChuangAnyone who has experienced a migraine knows how devastating it can be. Sometimes they go beyond just a headache and can cause other neurologic symptoms such as dizziness, decrease in vision, neck pain or sinus issues. In fact, many of the patients I see for sinus and allergy issues have ...
Views: 2096 - The Art of Sleeping - 7 tips to getting a great nights sleep - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2012 from Linda ConnorsWe all know the body needs to sleep to rest, to rejuvenate, to tune up and repair what needs repairing. Lack of sleep impacts our thinking process, makes us tired, grumpy and irritated at times. Good sleeping patterns are essential to our emotional and physical well being. The Art of ...
Views: 2095(1 vote) - Does Your Liver Need an Overhaul? - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2009 from Andreas MoritzIf you experience major, persisting health problems, either physical or emotional, your liver may be congested with toxic compounds that are trapped within clumps of hardened bile (intrahepatic stones. Almost all health conditions, beauty problems and premature aging are closely linked with ...
Views: 2093 - Dreams: Our Night Counselors - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2009 from Laurel ClarkThere is a world that everyone visits every night that, to most people, is invisible and intangible. It is a world of relationships, reconnecting with old friends, meeting strangers who seem familiar, sometimes falling in love. In this place, we can experience things we’ve never seen or touched ...
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