The Power of Ganoderma in Oriental Medicine

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Ganoderma, a rare variety of Mushroom credited with the highest medicinal qualities by the classic Chinese Seng Nong is indeed a subject of much research from the ancient china of 100 B.C. or earlier to the modern times by various universities ... Read article

Know About the All Purpose Holistic Medicine

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Understanding what holistic medicine is:Holistic Medicine is a wellness-based approach to medicine. It emphasizes the need to look at the whole person, including analysis of physical, nutritional, environmental, emotional, social, ... Read article

Bling Therapy - Healing with Gemstones

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From jeweled necklaces to ankle bracelets, and all the tops and bottoms in between, we suddenly see Bling on every one and every thing! You instinctively knew that something about diamonds and rubies made you feel good when you first saw them ... Read article

Revolutionary Medicine: Shockwave Therapy for Chronic Pain Sufferers

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Stripped from the scenes from science fiction novels and films, shockwave therapy is a newage alternative to chronic pain sufferers. Utilized not only on humans for over 25 years for urologic and orthopedic conditions, shockwave therapy has even ... Read article

Isnt It Time For WHOLISTIC Medicine?

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I posted a story the other day on one of my blogs - the headline reads: "Antidepressant drugs quadruple risk of suicides, research shows".SighI mean, c'mon. isn't the whole reason we take anti-depressant drugs centered around NOT ... Read article

Integrative Medicine And Its Future

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The NBC National News, quoted the Washington Post in March 2000 about the concerns that the FDA had over the mixing of supplements and conventional medications. There was concerns that millions of people are taking supplements (considered herbs, ... Read article

Alternative Healing Schools

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Looking for Alternative Healing Schools? What are alternative healing schools?Alternative healing schools educate potential healers with alternative mind body and health care like aromatherapy, astrology, Feng Shui, hypnosis, meditation, ... Read article

Herbs and Essential Oils Powerful Medicine

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We can find many beneficial uses for natural herbs and their essential oils in our lives. The essential oils contain the concentrated part of the herb. Using the herb in its purest oil form can allow us to store it for longer periods of time. We ... Read article

Wild Medicine and Tansy Cakes

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It started with the Tansy cakes. I had to ask myself 'Why would anyone eat anything so utterly disgusting in taste'? Chrysanthemum Vulgare is a common perennial in the British Isles and the name Tansy is said to be derived from the Greek ... Read article

Alternative Treatments For Arthritis Pain Relief

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Natural, herbal remedies can help arthritis sufferers who have tried traditional pain medications without success. Many natural remedies and supplements have been found to actually reduce cartilage deterioration and even rebuild a patient's lost ... Read article

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Shea May Slow Arthritis
29 Jul 2010 at 7:00am

Shea extract may help stall the progression of osteoarthritis, according to a new study. The study tested the effects of a compound sourced from the seed of the African shea tree (or Vitellaria paradoxa). Shea tree seeds are also used in the production of shea butter, a natural substance sometimes used to heal dry skin, eczema, psoriasis, burns, and rashes.
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Sea Buckthorn May Soothe Dry Eye Syndrome
28 Jul 2010 at 7:00am

New research shows that buckthorn oil may help relieve symptoms of dry eye syndrome. A shrub native to Europe and Asia, sea buckthorn produces berries rich in essential fatty acids and antioxidants.
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Blueberries May Boost Breast Cancer Defense
27 Jul 2010 at 7:00am

Preliminary research suggests that antioxidants found in blueberries may help stop the spread of breast cancer. In test-tube research, scientists discovered that anthocyanins (antioxidants pigments abundant in blueberries) helped hinder ...
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Pycnogenol May Fight Hay Fever
22 Jul 2010 at 7:00am

New research shows that Pycnogenol (an extract of the French maritime pine tree) may offer natural relief of allergies. Often marketed as a supplement for heart and circulatory health, Pycnogenol appears to ease symptoms of hay fever.
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Tea May Help Your Heart
21 Jul 2010 at 7:00am

Guzzling tea may be good for your heart, according to recent research. In a study of 37,514 people, scientists discovered that high and moderate consumption of tea is linked to a reduced risk of heart disease.
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Red Wine Compound May Reduce Alzheimer's Risk
20 Jul 2010 at 7:00am

Resveratrol (an antioxidant found in the skin of grapes) shows promise in the prevention of Alzheimer's disease, according to a new study on human cells. The study's findings suggest that resveratrol may help offset the toxic effects of a protein linked to Alzheimer's.
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