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- The Healing Properties Of Manuka Honey - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2008 from Frank BuonanotteStudies have found that special plant-derived components have contributed to the production of a unique type of honey that has the ability to heal wounds, clear infection and remedy a variety of other skin irritants. In addition to being considered a food item, honey was used many years ago ...
Views: 840 - Seasonal Affective Disorder - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2008 from Ellis ChenSeasonal affective disorder (SAD), also known as winter depression or winter blues, is a subtype of mood disorder consisting of recurrent major depressive episodes of varying severity, which occur with a seasonal pattern. The most common type of SAD is winter depression with symptoms beginning ...
Views: 885 - Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) – What To Look For In A Light Therapy Box - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2008 from Ellis ChenThe SAD season is upon us again - depression (sometimes to the point of mania), lethargy, fatigue, cravings for sweets and carbohydrate in general, headaches, sleep problems and irritability – sounds familiar doesn’t it? As daylight hours gradually decrease, these symptoms become apparent and ...
Views: 1075 - Therapeutic Bathing For Health & Beauty: Balneotherapy and Balneophototherapy - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2008 from Ellis ChenDerived from the Latin word balneum meaning bath, balneotherapy (sometimes referred to as water therapy or spa therapy) involves the immersion of patients in thermal or mineral waters for the treatment of various illnesses (psoriasis being one of the major illnesses). This form of therapy goes ...
Views: 1536 - Free Radicals: The Hidden Danger Lurking Inside You - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinDid you know that every time you breathe, you are generating potentially alarming number of free radicals in your body? Free radicals are actually a by-product of oxygen. Many experts believe that these unstable substances are responsible for the development of serious diseases, such as cancer, ...
Views: 783 - Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) – What To Look For In A Light Therapy Box - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2008 from Ellis ChenThe SAD season is upon us again - depression (sometimes to the point of mania), lethargy, fatigue, cravings for sweets and carbohydrate in general, headaches, sleep problems and irritability – sounds familiar doesn’t it? As daylight hours gradually decrease, these symptoms become apparent and ...
Views: 1315 - Climatotherapy - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2008 from Ellis ChenFancy a dip in the Dead Sea? The Dead Sea is the lowest inhabited place on earth (about 400 m below sea level). Lying in the southern part of Israel, and part of the Great Rift Valley which extends from Western Syria to the East African Lakes, it is the most saline lake (with salinity reaching ...
Views: 2012 - Therapeutic Bathing For Health & Beauty: Balneotherapy And Balneophototherapy - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2008 from Ellis ChenBalneotherapy Derived from the Latin word balneum meaning bath, balneotherapy (sometimes referred to as water therapy or spa therapy) involves the immersion of patients in thermal or mineral waters for the treatment of various illnesses (psoriasis being one of the major illnesses). This form of ...
Views: 1631 - Home Remedy For Gout- Naturally Cure Gout With Simple ‘Natural Health’ Tips - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2008 from Joe BartonAre you wondering what is best home remedy for gout? Are you part of the millions who want to naturally cure gout but are wondering where to start? You most likely have already seen a doctor about your arthritic condition? Though doctors might prescribe a 'hefty' pain medication, this is ...
Views: 939 - Acid Reflux Natural Treatment- How To Cure Acid Reflux With These Secrets! - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2008 from Joe BartonAre medical doctors keeping an acid reflux natural treatment out of the public's hands? Have you realized that millions of people search the term, "how to cure acid reflux" each month? Millions of GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) sufferers are tired of buying antacids every other day ...
Views: 1126 - ED Treatment- 5 Secrets To Naturally Cure Erectile Dysfunctions - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2008 from Joe BartonAre in interested in an ED Treatment that can naturally cure erectile dysfunctions and add 10-15 years to your life? You might want to consider (eventually) throwing your traditional erectile dysfunction medication away and consider naturally treating your problem with simple and effective ...
Views: 1657 - In The Summertime Nosebleeds - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2008 from Nicole TateSummertime brings about quite a few problems in kids; however not many appear as threatening (but are generally harmless) as nosebleeds. It is a common sight for a busy pediatrician to be confronted with panicky parents carrying a bloodstained handkerchief and a crying child. The good ...
Views: 3070 - Manuka Honey Heals Wounds, Clears Infection And Reduces Pain - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2008 from Frank BuonanotteThe sugars, nutrients and enzymes found in Manuka Honey create a very powerful antibacterial action that makes it possible to use as a dressing for wounds and burns. Some people may find it hard to conceptualize the use of honey for medical purposes. However, the truth is, many years ago, ...
Views: 1822(2 votes) - Is Vaccination Safe? - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2008 from Diderik FinneIntroduction Children’s immunization is a hot topic. Like most hot topics, it has fervent advocates and equally fervent opponents. In our present environment, the advocates hold all the economic and political power, and so the majority of people only hear one side of the argument. When ...
Views: 1439 - ***Ask Dr. Z - Stay Young With Your Personal Portable Oxygen Bar - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2008 from Dr. Z - Peter ZeischeggAsk Dr. Z - Stay Young with Your Personal Portable Oxygen Bar Content: Quotes for Your Life I get letters EWOT – Exercise With Oxygen Training EWOT... Anti-Aging - at its best Does EWOT seem too simple? How EWOT Works Well, EWOT works. Your Personal Portable ...
Views: 1432 - Get Rid Of Urinary Tract Infection- Secrets The Pharmacies Do Not Want You To Know - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2008 from Joe BartonGet rid of urinary tract infection and save money! What? That sounds ridiculous! Because… It pays to be in the medical and pharmaceutical business! Money magazines agree that the medical business is the next monopoly of the 21st century. And this makes sense considering health insurance is ...
Views: 3027 - Are You Radiating Energy Freely?? - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2008 from Lynn PrillimanYour thoughts, feelings, and actions are energy events-to know who you are and why you think, feel, and act the way you do, you must know your self energetically. Each of the seven chakras of the human body processes and distributes energy. The chakras transform the energy into different ...
Views: 812 - Food Allergies - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2008 from Thomas OgrenSome food allergies and how to avoid them: Almonds to Coconut: Thomas Leo Ogren In the following list I’ll outline some of the more common food allergies. Just because some food isn’t in this list doesn’t mean that it couldn’t cause an allergy. Remember, almost any food that you eat too ...
Views: 4973(1 vote) - Cautions! On Using Local Honey For Allergy Therapy - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2008 from Thomas OgrenSome time ago I wrote several widely read articles on using locally produced honey for immunotherapy, as an inexpensive (and often effective) way to stop or lessen the symptoms of pollen allergy. However, at this time I feel the need to add a strong caution to my earlier advice on local honey ...
Views: 1139 - Local Honey And Allergies - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2008 from Thomas OgrenAs one who makes his living by writing about allergies and asthma I am often asked about the potential health benefits of using local honey. Honey contains bits and pieces of pollen and honey, and as an immune system booster, it is quite powerful. I have often in talks and articles, and in my ...
Views: 932 - Kidney Stones Treatments- Natural Ways To Dissolve And Cure Kidney Stones - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2008 from Joe BartonChoosing one out of the many kidney stones treatments can be a difficult decision, especially if you are unaware of your options. In most traditional settings, most people choose to listen to their doctor's recommendations without thinking twice. After all, most doctors recommend giving the ...
Views: 1088 - Colloidal Silver "Blue Man" Returns To The Today Show - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2008 from Steve BarwickColloidal Silver "Blue Man" Returns to the Today Show The so-called colloidal silver "blue man," Paul Karason, was back on the Today show this week. He had previously appeared on the show and had promised to allow blood tests to be administered to himself in order to ascertain if his excessive ...
Views: 2431 - Nail Fungus - Treatments And Cure For Nail Fungus - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2008 from Peter samsFungus nails is a unsightly condition which can be difficult to treat. Many patients become very conscious about a fungus nail condition and refuse to wear sandals and have their feet seen in public. It is caused by microscopic organisms called Dermatophytes. Dermatophytes grow in the nail bed, ...
Views: 1327 - Rediscovering Honey's Healing Power - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2008 from Fred BanxHoney has been known for its healing properties for many years as far back as the Ancient Greeks and Egyptians. Even up to world war II, honey was being used for its antibacterial properties in treating wounds and a variety of other health conditions. However, with the advent of penicillin and ...
Views: 719 - Our Health Is Worse With Each Generation - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2008 from Phil BateEverybody with more than 3 brain cells knows (or should) that each generation is less healthy than the one before. What’s happening to us? And, even more important - what can we do about it? The percentage of autistic and ADD/ADHD kids is growing at an alarming rate. And worst of all, ...
Views: 2092(1 vote) - Allergy And Mental Disease - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2008 from Phil BateThe following will come as a surprise to most people, including most medical doctors. Most mental disease is caused by unsuspected brain allergies! This fact was illuminated for me by Dr Marshall Mandell in the early 80’s. He appeared on the Phil Donahue show, and had videos of ...
Views: 2142(1 vote) - The Three Basic Causes Of All Mental "Disease" - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2008 from Phil BateFreud had a lot of great ideas, but the idea that bad toilet training causes mental problems wasn’t one of them. However, Freud and many others since have realized is that stress is a major cause. What causes the stress is a different matter, often overlooked in our “drug ...
Views: 2440 - Autism Improvement Using NT - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2008 from Phil BateOnly in the past few years have some Neurofeedback (NFB) clinicians worked with autistic children. Success has been rare. Few parents can afford the horrible cost, and few clinicians are willing to take on an autistic child, because of the difficulties involved. 1. How do you attach ...
Views: 2256 - Get Rid Of Gout- Naturally Treating Gout Decreases The Chance Of Another Attack - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2008 from Joe BartonStop dealing with the pain and naturally get rid of gout permanently and never worry about another agonizing night-time attack! Though you might feel like you are alone, gout is one of the oldest documented diseases known to mankind. In fact, gout has been diagnosed for over 2,000 years and is ...
Views: 872 - ***Ask Dr. Z - Alternative/Functional Medicine - Healing Comes From Within - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2008 from Dr. Z - Peter ZeischeggAsk Dr. Z - Alternative/Functional Medicine - Healing comes from Within One of my favorite quotes: "The doctor of the future will give no medicine, but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, in diet, and in the cause and prevention of disease." Thomas A. Edison ...
Views: 2193 - ***Ask Dr. Z - Candida Yeast And Thyroid Disease - The Utter Helplessness Of Western Medicine - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2008 from Dr. Z - Peter ZeischeggAsk Dr. Z - Candida Yeast and Thyroid Disease - the utter Helplessness of Western Medicine Content: Quotes for your life I get letters - Never Ever Give Up!!! Dr. Z's comments - The Helplessness of "Western Medicine" Candida and Thyroid "Disease " Illness - ...
Views: 2067 - Natural Gout Treatment – Resources For Constructing A Free Gout Diet Plan - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2008 from John MephamSo much of natural gout treatment requires diet and every gout sufferer has to pay very close attention to what they eat and drink. Imagine how useful a nutrition database on your home computer is; one that you can quickly access, without going to the Internet or 500 page reference books, to ...
Views: 1178 - Natural Gout Treatment – Which Vitamins Are Good For Gout? - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2008 from John MephamOnly a few vitamins have been really researched as contributors to a natural gout remedy. One is vitamin C which a few studies have found lowers uric acid levels somewhat. I have written about vitamin C for gout in earlier articles. Make sure you buy a Vitamin C preparation that contains added ...
Views: 1173 - An Introduction To Solar Sciences - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2008 from Yuga Rishi Shriram SharmaThe sun is said to be the life force of creation. It is because of the sun that life sustains on planet earth. Assuming that for one day the solar deity refuses to rise at dawn life on earth would become chaotic and unruly. Solar rays imbue creatures with zest and zeal and hence the sun is given ...
Views: 1162 - Impotence Remedy- Why Curing E.D. Naturally Is Better Than A Colorful Pill - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2008 from Joe BartonYou might have already heard about the accumulating hype with a natural impotence remedy? Most men are just not going to risk losing their eyesight or hearing by taking the colorful pills which have become an E.D. icon for the last 10 years. You have just joined the millions who are looking ...
Views: 1020 - An Incredibly Effective No Diet, No Fasting Lemon Detox - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2008 from Rand KhalilThere are basic natural lifestyle habits which, once incorporated into your daily life, can make a tremendously positive difference to your health. Drinking lemon water is certainly one of them. No article or research needed to convince me about this one, as I have been using lemon juice in ...
Views: 1239 - What You Need To Do Before Undergoing Colon Cleansing - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinThere are various detoxification programs in the market. Just surf the net and visit forums and you will see that there are numerous articles and topics about detox and colon cleansing. In fact, many people in Hollywood are now doing gut cleansing to get rid of excess weight, remove toxins from ...
Views: 696 - Get Rid Of Your Candidaisis The Natural Way - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinAccording to statistics, about 20% of women in the US aged 15 to 55 are suffering from a fungal infection called Candidaisis. Although you can have a candida overgrowth almost anywhere in your body that has skin on it, majority of the cases affect the vaginal area. Symptoms of this disease ...
Views: 824 - Two Ways To Increase Good Bacteria And Improve Your Health - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinThe next time you get an unfavorably high reading from your bathroom scale, be aware that not all of your excess weight come from extra poundage or unwanted fat. Rather, about one pound of your total body mass is made up of billions of live microorganisms thriving inside your digestive tract. ...
Views: 1269 - The Wonderful Benefits Of Detoxification - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinTechnology and industrial advancement may have led to creation of buildings, industries and astonishing machines and equipment that make our lives easier and faster. Due to the increasing population and industrial wastes, however, the environment has suffered so much. There is air and water ...
Views: 762 - Who Wants A Detox, Anyone? - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinSince a lot of Hollywood celebrities have been raving about detoxification and colon cleansing, many people are now interested in undergoing this process. But before you shrug your shoulders and conclude that deep colon cleansing is just another one of the diet fads from Tinseltown, you need to ...
Views: 756 - Why Oprah Can't Put A Responsible Colloidal Silver Advocate On Her Show - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2008 from Steve BarwickEver since Oprah featured the so-called colloidal silver "blue man" on her show, a number of people have written to ask me why I haven't contacted Oprah and asked to be allowed to go on her show in order to give the "other side of the story," so to speak, about colloidal silver and its many ...
Views: 1581 - Water, Water, Water - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2008 from Rayna GangiThe number one killer in the United States is not cancer or heart disease. It is dehydration. The Earth is 70-80% water, and our composition is the same. Our brains are 80% water and cannot transmit electrical impulses without the conductivity of water. Because we are energy, ...
Views: 1863 - Amazing Energy Boosting Secrets Unveiled - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinWork and family can be demanding, especially if you are juggling several jobs at the same time in order to make ends meet and to keep your house from being repossessed. A few days at the beach or a relaxing massage and body scrub in a spa is what you probably need. However, since most Americans ...
Views: 816 - The Healing Wonders Of Pomegranate - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinThe only members of the fruit family that have achieved a celebrity status of sorts are apple, banana and orange. But there are still other fruits out there which are not only delicious, but also full of vitamins and minerals that the body needs. One nutrient-packed produce that not many ...
Views: 1305 - Homeopathic Remedies Could They Be An Option For You? - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2008 from Dori SchwaigerPhilosophy of Homeopathic Remedies Our human body has the capacity to heal itself. The main principal of Homeopathy is "Like may be cured by like." These all natural remedies that are derived from ingredients such as plant, mineral or animal kingdom are used in low dose amounts to combat common ...
Views: 1390 - Cold Sore Lysine - Powerful Medicine for Cold Sores? - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2008 from Denny BodohCold sore lysine. Is it all what they say it is? In this article, discover for yourself the facts about the why and how of cold sore lysine use for oral herpes. Cold sore lysine treatment has been in the news a lot in recent years. Studies continue to show it to be very helpful for relief ...
Views: 3765 - The Randomised Placebo Controlled Double Blind Trial? - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2008 from Arbuthrot SmithThe double blind placebo controlled trial does not work for most complementary medicine. As a doctor I was brought up to view the randomised double blind placebo controlled trial as the “Gold Standard" for medical research. It works more or less as follows:- You have two groups of ...
Views: 2146 - Benefits Of Neem - Home Based Treatments With Neem - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Dr John Anne1. Hair and Nails: Head scalp conditions like dandruff, scaling and even hair loss get better with regular use of Neem. Yellow or brittle nails, caused by the existence of yeast or fungi, are normalized by the use of Neem, hence it is one of the best home treatment. 2. Teeth and Gums: Mouth ...
Views: 1698(1 vote) - Skin Problems And Skin Diseases Treatment - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Peter samsMany problems that appear on the skin are limited to the skin. Sometimes, however, the skin reveals a disorder that affects the entire body. Consequently, doctors often must consider many possible diseases when evaluating skin problems. They may need to order blood tests or other laboratory ...
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