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Yeast Infection RemediesA yeast infection is a common, bothersome condition for women. Learn about three natural home remedies for yeast infection.
About Thursday, October 29, 2009The Detox DietDetox diet - Learn about the detox diet, take the quiz, get a sample two-week detox diet plan, read common questions, get recipes, and more.
About Thursday, October 29, 2009Stool - What's Healthy?Alternative practitioners often ask clients about their stool as part of their assessment. Find out what normal stool should look like and learn about the different types of abnormal stool.
About Thursday, October 29, 2009Magnetic Therapy Can't Conquer Arthritis PainWearing a magnetic bracelet won't help you fight arthritis pain, according to a new study. Magnetic bracelets are a form of magnetic therapy, a type of alternative medicine based on the theory that magnetic fields can promote healing when administered directly to the body. For the study, researchers recruited 45
people (ages 50 or over) who suffered from osteoarthritis. For 16 weeks, each participant wore one of four devices in a random order: two wrist straps with differing levels of magnetism, a demagnetized wrist strap, and a copper bracelet. Study results showed no significant difference between the devices in terms of their ability to reduce pain, ease stiffness, and
improve physical function. While magnetic therapy may not help relieve osteoarthritis pain, past research suggests that other alternative approaches (such as acupuncture, yoga, and glucosamine supplements) may help manage the condition. Magnetic Therapy Can't Conquer Arthritis Pain originally appeared on About.com A
about.com Thursday, October 29, 2009Mortality Rates Reduced Among Children Whose Mothers Received Iron-folic Acid SupplementsOffspring whose mothers had been supplemented with iron-folic acid during pregnancy had dramatically reduced mortality through age 7, according to researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg
school of Public Health. Researchers found that other supplement combinations, including the multiple micronutrient supplement, did not confer the same benefit. Nearly 40 percent of pregnant women worldwide are estimated to be anemic.
medicalnewstoday.com Thursday, October 29, 2009Plymouth Community Wellness Fair provides tools for healthy livingThe Health Place at Boulder Point was buzzing with activity this past Saturday morning as members of the public attended the Plymouth Community Wellness Fair held on the campus of Mid State Health just off the Tenney Mountain Highway.
topix.net Thursday, October 29, 2009Chrysanthemum May Combat CancerExtracts of chrysanthemum - a flowering plant native to Asia and Europe - may possess bacteria-fighting, anti-inflammatory, and immune-stimulating properties, according to a recent study. In lab tests on animal and human cell lines,
scientists found that chrysanthemum extract also helped promote the death of
cancer cells without harming normal cells. In ayurveda (the traditional medicine of India), chrysanthemum has long been used to treat fever, headache, and high blood pressure. The herb is also used as a remedy for a number of immune-related diseases in the traditional medicines of Korea, China, and Japan. Previous research suggests that chrysanthemum may help relieve dermatitis, as well as help treat rheumatoid arthritis. Chrysanthemum May Combat Cancer originally appeared on About.com Alternative Medicine on Tuesday, October 27th, 2009 at 06:00:06.Permalink | Comment | Email this
about.com Thursday, October 29, 2009Swine flu panic? Consider homeopathyHomeopathy offers an alternative approach to healing which could make an enormous difference in your family health care whether you are dealing with swine flu or any other acute or chronic health condition.
topix.net Thursday, October 29, 2009Biofield Therapies: Helpful Or Full Of Hype? Review Looks At Reiki, Therapeutic Touch And Healing TouchBiofield therapies -- Reiki, therapeutic touch and healing touch -- are promising complementary interventions for reducing the intensity of pain in diverse conditions, anxiety for hospitalized
patients and agitated behaviors in dementia. A review of the science behind biofield therapies has now been published.
Science Daily Thursday, October 29, 2009How to Get Rid of an EaracheAre you suffering from an unbearable earache? Here are some things you can try that are guaranteed to get rid of it! 1. The method I found most helpful : Warm up some olive oil in a glass...
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