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Can cannabis improve autism?The debate over its risks has split political and scientific opinion in Britain.
topix.net Thursday, November 05, 2009How to Breathe With Your BellyDiaphragmatic breathing is often used as a complementary therapy for anxiety disorders and may also help to boost energy and stamina. Here are the step by step instructions on how to do it.
About Thursday, November 05, 2009Natural Immune BoostersTo protect yourself from the flu and other ailments, try adding a few easy immune-boosters to your daily health routine. From antioxidant-rich foods to virus-fighting herbs, here are the top five ways to strengthen your immune system naturally.
About Thursday, November 05, 2009Tired in the Morning?Is there a tea or some type of herbal spray or remedy that can energize
people who have trouble waking and getting started in the morning?
About Thursday, November 05, 2009Protect yourself from H1N1Public health and the media have been recommending vaccination and frequent hand washing as the primary ways to protect ourselves, our families, and children from flu and H1N1.
topix.net Thursday, November 05, 2009Mind-Body Medicine for Cancer FatigueNew research shows that taking up a mind-body exercise program could help
cancer patients fight fatigue. A common side effect of chemotherapy, fatigue may make cancer patients more prone to depression. For the study, researchers focused on 269 cancer patients (ages 20 to 65) who were undergoing chemotherapy or treatment for advanced
disease. For six weeks, study members joined in an exercise program that included three weekly high-intensity workout sessions (lasting 90 minutes each and combining cardiovascular exercise with strength training) and one weekly body-awareness session (including practices such as stretching, deep breathing, and Pilates). The program also involved four weekly half-hour sessions of relaxation training, as well as two weekly half-hour massage sessions. Among the 235 participants who completed the study, researchers observed a decrease in fatigue and an increase in vitality. What's more, the study members showed improvements in physical functioning, as well as
about.com Thursday, November 05, 2009Yoga May Be Effective For Chronic Low Back Pain In Minority PopulationsResearchers from Boston University
school of Medicine (BUSM) and Boston
medical Center found that yoga may be more effective than standard treatment for reducing chronic low back pain in minority populations. This study appears in the November issue of Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine. Low back pain is common in the United States, resulting in substantial disability and cost to society.
medicalnewstoday.com Thursday, November 05, 2009Acupressure May Aid Diabetes PatientsAcupressure may boost health in
people dealing with type 2
diabetes, according to a recent study. A long-practiced Chinese therapy similar to acupuncture, acupressure stimulates certain points on the body in order to
improve the flow of vital energy (called "chi" or "qi") and, in turn, enhance wellbeing. Unlike acupuncture, however, acupressure involves the application of manual pressure (typically with the fingertips) rather than the insertion of needles. For the study, 64 people with type 2
diabetes were treated with standard diabetes medications and assigned to a diet and exercise program designed to control hypertension and hyperglycemia. A subset of study members also received a 90-minute session of acupressure therapy four to six times per week. At the end of the three-year study, participants who'd received acupressure had significantly lower levels of total cholesterol and LDL ("bad") cholesterol - as well as higher levels of HDL ("good") cholesterol - compared to
patients who
about.com Thursday, November 05, 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, November 05, 2009Beware of online swine-flu remedies: Health CanadaHealth Canada and the Competition Bureau are warning consumers to be wary of swine flu 'remedies' available on the internet.
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