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- How Maca Root Extract Can Help Cancer Patients - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2014 from Andy JamesIn today’s fast paced society most people tend to disregard health until they run into trouble. What is not realized is the fact that some very simple precautions can make a huge difference in their health and subsequent quality of life. The old saying 'an apple a day keeps the doctor away' has ...
Views: 3029 - Robin William's Suicide Due to Drug for Parkinson's--How Many Other Deaths that We Don't Know? - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2014 from Richard RuhlingSummary: Prescription drugs have had a “free pass” for too long. It's time to revisit the science of pharmacology, evolved from toxicology—the science of how much chemical killed half the animals. A close friend of Williams said Robin was taking a drug for Parkinsons that listed suicide as a ...
Views: 1392 - Stand Up For Your Beliefs and Don’t Falter - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2014 from Sonny JuliusI’ve always believed you must stand up for your beliefs and don’t falter. I wouldn’t necessarily say I would never change my opinion about anything if I found I had gotten some wrong information or misjudged something. However once I have checked things out, listened to some experts and even ...
Views: 1738 - Obamacare is for Drugs and Control: It's Not American, Affordable, Biblcial, Nor Is it Healthcare - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2014 from Richard RuhlingAmericans are facing an Identity Crisis as this government pushes toward a New World Order and control of its subjects with a face of concern for the well-being of all, but a close look reveals Obamacare is everything we don't want. #1. Obamacare is about medical care, not healthcare. There is ...
Views: 1545(1 vote) - Ebola: Quarantine, Vitamin C, Fasting, Fever Treatment Better Than Colloidal Silver, says Physican - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2014 from Richard RuhlingSummary: Bad idea to bring Ebola to America when it was confined to Africa and could be treated better there. Ebola is a virus disease and the body’s own immunity can be helped by Vitamin C, fasting, simple diet, fever treatments. Colloidal silver may not help viruses, but may prevent secondary ...
Views: 1927 - Do You Know About Magnesium Oil and How it Can Help Everyone? - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2014 from Andy JamesAccording to health experts, up to 60% of all adults may not be consuming adequate magnesium in their diets. Magnesium is commonly found in foods such as cold water fish, spinach, nuts such as almonds, cashews and pumpkin seeds and certain breakfast cereals. Even those that believe they are ...
Views: 1381 - Effects of Vitamins on the Immune System - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2014 from Donna Carter-CupidWhen the immune system functions well, a person experiences good health. The immune system is akin to the engine in a motor vehicle. It must be well maintained and provided with the proper fuel for the body to function in tip-top condition. It is instrumental in warding off and fighting disease. ...
Views: 1838 - Celebrate Freedom from Rx Drugs; You Can Be Your Own Doctor If You Know the Cause; Most MDs Don’t - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2014 from Richard RuhlingSummary: Medical textbooks are filled with diseases of “unknown etiology,” and if they don’t know the cause, how can the drug be the cure? Hippocrates was right–”Let your food be your medicine.” For 40 years the drug industry has made trillions calling medical care ‘healthcare,’ creating the ...
Views: 1519 - Are You Divergent? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2014 from Joy ChudacoffWithin the last week, I've had the opportunity to see the movie "Divergent" not once but twice due to the fact that the movie (and book) is all the rage with girls and my daughter is no exception. It's your typical good versus evil plot but the twist is a young woman named "Tris" who's ...
Views: 1579(2 votes) - 5 Ways To Make Bowel Movements Easier Without Drugs! - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumThere’s really no polite way to talk about bowel movements. For this reason, many of us simply try to ignore what goes on in the bathroom. But by doing so, we put our health at risk! See, most of us – even most doctors – ignore this important bodily function. Yet despite its ban from ...
Views: 2946 - A Must Read if You Drink Tea - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2014 from David OrmanHot for coffee, boiling for tea? That has always been the suggestion passed down from generation to generation. There is more to it than that though. Different teas perform best at different temperatures; that is, you will reap the great rewards in terms of health benefits and taste if you ...
Views: 1623 - New Clinical Study Reveals How Chlorella Helps You Detox - by Submitted on May 27, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumWhat organs are essential for health? If you talk to a western doctor, they’d probably first tell you the heart or brain is the most important. In contrast, a Traditional Chinese Medical doctor would most likely assign this honor to the liver. An amazing organ, the liver . . . • Plays ...
Views: 1554 - 5 Surprising Reasons To Keep Exercising Regularly! - by Submitted on May 20, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumNo argument – exercise isn’t an easy thing to do. In fact, even die-hard exercisers can have their days when they just don’t want to move. Fatigue, achy joints or just plain inertia can keep us glued to the couch. But no matter how strong the urge gets to sit still, fight it. In a minute, ...
Views: 1032 - 2 Surprising Ways People Are Overcoming Autoimmunity Disorders - by Submitted on May 07, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumDo you think parasites and bacteria are bad for you? Well, you may be surprised. Because after years of doing everything we can to get rid of these “bugs”, medical researchers are now doing a major reversal. As scientists are learning, there’s a complex ecosystem of non-human life forms ...
Views: 1404 - ***Energy Psychology Supports Alternative Medicine - by Submitted on May 02, 2014 from Anne Merkel, Ph.D. NDEnergy Psychology is a field of scientific study and clinical application born of ancient meridian-based energy therapy approaches to health wed with psychology techniques. For those supporting health and wellness of the body, mind, and spirit, Energy Psychology is an obvious approach to ...
Views: 2223 - ***Autoimmune Support – Natural Approaches - by Submitted on May 02, 2014 from Anne Merkel, Ph.D. NDWhen I say “autoimmune support” obviously I am not supporting the illness, but am focused on supporting the rebalance and healing of the immune system. Often the way that traditional medical physicians treat an autoimmune condition is to suppress the over-active and damaging immune system ...
Views: 1798 - Doc Wellness Webinar #2: KIdneys and How to Improve your Energy, Teeth and Allievate Fear - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2014 from David OrmanDoc Wellness Webinar #2: Kidneys Date: Tuesday, April 29th. Time: 7pm EST. Please note: If you cannot make it, the replay of the Webinar will be sent to you. Cost: Only $10 Tired of living in fear? Unwilling or unable to take risks, to experience true joy and passion? The ...
Views: 1573 - 3 Surprising Reasons You Should Make Chlorella A Daily Supplement - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumEvery time I see my patient, Eddie*, I always tell him, “Eddie, when I grow up, I want to be like you.” Eddie buzzes with energy. At 88 years old he’s full of life – more healthy and active than many 20-year-olds I know. Eddie says the secret to his vitality is coffee. In my opinion the ...
Views: 2289(1 vote) - Revealed: The Best Natural Stress Buster - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumMarisela was feeling taxed – stretched to her limits. As she explains, “I used to live far away from work and had to sit in traffic for 40-45 min on my way home.” It was hard for her to take care of chores after a long day at work and a commute. To make things worse, continues Marisela, her ...
Views: 1152 - What is Chi - Purpose of Organ Meridian Channels - Essential Oils to Restore Flow and Balance - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2014 from KG StilesYour meridians are the subtle channels through which your emotions flow. The natural and free flow of chi or life force energy (your e-motions – energy in motion) coursing through your meridians ensures your health and longevity. While blocked or suppressed emotions result in clogged meridian ...
Views: 3868(1 vote) - Gyms: To Join or Not to Join - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2014 from David OrmanYou will end up investing a few hundred dollars a year on average. This is just for the basic, no frills gym. If want the hot tubs and saunas, add another zero into the mix. Is it worth the investment? Here are a few items to consider before joining: 1. Ask the salesperson about the capacity ...
Views: 1387 - Why Some Nutritional Supplements Don't Work - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumSome big, unfounded rumors are circulating about nutritional supplements. And they’re circulating under the guise of science and experience. But instead of helping you make wiser choices for your health, they do the opposite. They make it harder. Because these false tales ignore volumes of ...
Views: 1488 - Why Your Body Needs Omega-3's to Survive - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2014 from Andy JamesSelfgrowth.com - Why Your Body Needs Omega-3's to Survive It's no wonder, in this new millennium, that there is freedom for disease. In particular - heart related diseases. Over the last thirty years, we've seen the massive expansion of fast food restaurants and especially, drive thru ...
Views: 1873 - How Holistic Doctors Are Making Healthcare More Affordable And Better - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumHere’s a little secret when it comes to the medical field . . . While conventional doctors can talk to you about drugs and surgery, few are equipped to talk about health and wellness. For this reason, a growing number of people consult with holistic doctors as well. Holistic medical ...
Views: 1145 - Fury, Small and A Depression Fighter - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2014 from David OrmanWhat is small. . . . about the size of a tennis ball. . . . Fury of sorts, though not “real” fur. . . . (this eliminates your favorite puppy). . . . And does a remarkable job of among other things, alleviating depression? If you have a case of the blues, go with Kiwi. According to the ...
Views: 1452 - Days that Will Live in Infamy – “Anxiety Anniversaries” - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2014 from Abigail FazelatFor people who have endured serious trauma, the concept of anniversaries isn’t so special. “Anxiety anniversaries” act as psychological bookmarks in a person’s memory that takes them back to a specific traumatic incident that occurred during a certain time of year. Both the APA and the U.S, ...
Views: 991 - Pain Management with PEMFs - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukPain management is one of the most common applications for PEMFs. Current conventional medical approaches to pain management often leave much to be desired and involve heavy medications, procedures, surgeries, and physical therapy. Rarely will conventional doctors refer patients to alternative ...
Views: 11651(1 vote) - The Greatest Teacher I Ever Met - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2014 from David OrmanI met the greatest teacher during the Disney Marathon this past Sunday. Better than the great martial arts masters I trained with over the years. Better than the college professors. Even better than my dad who, when I was young, knew everything. Or so I thought. The Teacher was almost ...
Views: 1529(2 votes) - 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: 11365 - Static Magnets vs. Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields (PEMF) - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukThe use of magnets and magnetic fields as they relate to healing has long been studied. Magnetic bracelets and necklaces, mattresses and shoe inserts are both widely available and widely used. Cleopatra herself was reported to have slept on a lodestone, or magnetized rock. Understanding the ...
Views: 11794 - Women and the Dangers of Fasting - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2014 from David Orman“Addicted to the rapid weight loss, some woman are taking this new diet craze to dangerous extremes. Women who do these juice cleanses can, and do, die from heart problems.” This is the conclusion of Dr. Oz, based upon recently published studies. In a juice cleanse, you eat no food, just ...
Views: 1400 - Magnetic Fields (PEMF) and Quitting Smoking - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukWhen willpower doesn’t work, smokers who want to quit may have a new tool someday: magnetic brain stimulation. A study of 115 smokers found that 13 sessions of the treatment over three weeks helped some heavy smokers quit for as long as six months. This noninvasive technique, called ...
Views: 10751(2 votes) - Magnetic Fields (PEMF) and Blood Viscosity - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukPEMFs and Circulation Virtually all PEMFs, and even static magnets, improve circulation through at least 7 mechanisms. -through dilation of blood vessels -reduction of edema, which constrains circulation -reduction of platelet adhesiveness -reduction of fibrinogen and improvement of ...
Views: 10733 - The Story of Leptin and Fat Loss - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2013 from David OrmanThroughout the past 60+ years, we have viewed fat as a substance stored in various parts of the body as an "emergency energy reserve." A place for extra calories in the event the system calls on them when needed. The past decade as shown a shift in this thinking. "Extra" is now viewed as ...
Views: 2199(1 vote) - Benefits of Cranberry - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2013 from David OrmanNew research published in the journal Molecular Nutrition and Food Research has identified how cranberry juice works at the molecular level to fight virulent E. coli infections in the urinary tract. The team of researchers from Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) in Massachusetts that ...
Views: 1656(1 vote) - 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: 11439(1 vote) - Boost Your Immune System For a Healthier Body - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2013 from Sonny JuliusHow do you boost your immune system for a healthier body? Well according to Dr. Joel Fuhrman, author of “Super Immunity” it all starts in the kitchen. He says what we feed our bodies has everything to do with our health – and sadly most of all are making the wrong dietary choices. He follows ...
Views: 1386 - Autoimmune Disorders and Early Abuse Issues - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2013 from Anne Merkel, Ph.D. NDIt makes perfect sense for me as an Energy Psychologist, that when approaching an autoimmune case in a natural, wholistic way, where an individual’s body is starting to work against itself, that I discover somewhere in that person a deep feeling of deserving to be hurt - an unworthiness to be ...
Views: 2531(1 vote) - THE Key: Protein to Carb Ratio - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2013 from David OrmanThe majority of people consume more carbohydrates than what is needed, and lack sufficient protein. Numerous studies show that even small increases in protein intake along with a lowering of carbs, helps a person become healthier and drop fat. When you look at the labels on foods, you will ...
Views: 1503 - How Chlorella Algae Changed One Man’s Life Over 60 Years Ago - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2013 from Michael RosenbaumYou may have heard about the superfood known as chlorella. But do you know how powerful its unique nutrition is? Let me tell you how chlorella changed one man’s life over 60 years ago . . . At age 54, Hideo Nakayama had just about given up hope. His doctors had given him no more than 5 ...
Views: 2192(1 vote) - How To Keep Your Business Engine (Your Health) Humming - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2013 from Christina WeberAs a Mompreneur, you know that many depend on you so regardless if you are sick, the show must go on. But don't underestimate how your well-being powers your business success. Your health is your business locomotive-from giving you bling you need to nail presentations, courage to make scary, ...
Views: 1222 - 2 Meditation Techniques That Can Change Your Life - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2013 from Michael RosenbaumEveryone knows how to breathe, right? But did you know breathing can be a powerful stress buster and good medicine for your health? When you combine this familiar activity with some mindfulness techniques, you transform inhaling and exhaling into meditation. And with meditation ...
Views: 1834(1 vote) - The War on Cancer Scam - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2013 from Sonny JuliusThe U.S. war on cancer has been going on for almost four decades. It may be time to admit we are not getting to the real cause of the disease nor are we providing the right cures. Most of the things known to cure cancer, such as tobacco, radiation, asbestos, solvents and some drugs and hormones ...
Views: 1632(1 vote) - Aloe Vera Sugar Scrub Recipes - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2013 from Jennifer StepanikSo why the fuss about Aloe Vera? Ummm because it's AMAZING! You only need to look at how powerful the effects are of the cactus plant that produces tequilla is in order to understand the potency of the cactus family. The Aloe Vera plant truly deserves its wonder plant status.Just think ...
Views: 1726 - Relaxation and Stress Management is Vital to Your Health - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2013 from Sonny JuliusChronic stress can become a dangerous situation in your life and may cause you to develop even more serious illnesses as well. Relaxation and stress management is vital to your health. Stress is a Serious Medical Concern Many issues you face today in your daily life can cause stress ...
Views: 1325 - The Healing Hands of Chiropractic Medicine - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2013 from Sonny JuliusThe chiropractic philosophy places a strong emphasis on the body’s innate healing wisdom and for less reliance on band aids like drugs and surgery. Chiropractic was founded as a healthcare profession in 1895 by Daniel David Palmer, based on the premise that the body had an innate healing ...
Views: 1287 - Managing Atrial Fibrillation with Alternative Medicine - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukI am frequently asked what I can do to help people with atrial fibrillation (AF or A-fib). Many of these patients are on lifetime anti-coagulants, or other cardiac medications or are being recommended surgery or an invasive cardiac procedure, typically ablation. More recent research sheds ...
Views: 11390(1 vote) - Prescription Drug Companies Advertising Influence - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2013 from Sonny JuliusThe prescription drug companies have become masters in influencing the general public that their drugs cure illnesses and diseases. The sorry truth is their products do more harm than good. Their advertising influence tries to exploit which fears and weaknesses you may face in your health ...
Views: 1322 - When is the Ideal Time to Eat Carbs? - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2013 from David OrmanFor years now, we have been told to load up on carbs at breakfast. Having a big-carb breakfast will fuel us up for the rest of the day and keep hunger at bay. It was said to “kick start” the metabolism, and though it is calorie dense, no problems. You will burn it off as the day goes ...
Views: 1322 - Relieve Joint Pain and Stiffness Without Drugs - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2013 from Sonny JuliusIt is possible to relieve most joint pain and stiffness without resorting to prescription or over-the-counter drugs. These joint pain remedies are only temporary ways to get relief and they can usually end up causing more severe problems than the joint pain and stiffness condition. Many ...
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