Alternative Health and Fitness

Review on 'garage del parco'

2010-07-20T02:58:00.003-07:00

Recently I found out a very useful site for any potential car buyer or seller to buy and sell vehicles based in Italy, Garage del Parco. It is an interesting site which is simple and easy to look through. At a first glance, the layout of the site is very user-friendly and the speed of loading is fast.

This site focuses on second hand cars. This is a site to look for used cars (auto usate milano), to sell your used cars (vendita auto usate) or to buy used cars (compro auto usate). You can look at its photo-gallery, get assistance from their page on how to buy a car or learn more about safety and guarantee issues. There is another page dedicated to privacy issues that are explained in detail. On the left side of the site, you can fill in your email in a form to receive updates of the website.

Referring from the background of this family business, it sounds very reputable as it was founded since year 1978 and the children are managing it today. All personnel employed in the business seem very experienced in this field and are committed to deliver their best customer service and satisfaction.

Notably, the company also owned a fully-equipped and extremely tidy workshop. Here is where all vehicles acquired are fully inspected, maintained, washed, polished and even disinfected before they are released for sale. Their workshop is also supported by a team of experienced mechanics, to attend to all enquiries.

To get more information about Garage del Parco, feel free to visit their website at http://www.garagedelparco.com/ .

Hemorrhoids - The Best Treatment For Piles

2010-01-15T15:25:00.000-08:00

You may have hemorrhoids, or know someone that already has them and asked yourself how did this problem happen? More often than not it is due to being a particular type of person or due to the individual's daily routine. You may have a job that entails a lot of lifting, moving heavy objects or prolonged sitting such as a truck driver. If you are overweight or have tendencies to delay going to the toilet when ever a bowel movement comes along, you maybe at higher risk of getting hemorrhoids. If you suffer from constipation or are currently pregnant or have recently had a baby, you are also prone to getting hemorrhoids.

All of these factors play a role in causing someone to get hemorrhoids because it either directly or indirectly has an effect on the inner lining of the rectal passage. This area is soft and contains many veins used to help the passing of stools down the rectum and out of the anus. If they become irritated due to processed sugars and dry stools rubbing against them, they can start to swell up with blood. Soon these lumps can become like large grapes squashed together making it harder and harder for you to pass stools. These are usually known as internal hemorrhoids.

If you develop an external hemorrhoid you can find it hard to sit down due to the pain, itching and tingling sensation. These types of hemorrhoids are created near the entrance of the anus, usually by a consistent sharp pressure like sitting down in a moving vehicle on long journeys. You may notice that after a long road journey you have developed a hemorrhoid because of the mixed effects of the moving vehicle and delayed breaks to go to the rest room.

The best advice that can be given to a hemorrhoid sufferer is to start taking action straight away to help reduce the size for the hemorrhoid before more worse problems can occur like thormbosed hemorrhoids. This type of hemorrhoid is the worst, most painful hemorrhoids you can get and requires almost immediate surgical treatment.

It is recommended to take a natural remedy to cure your hemorrhoids and get long lasting freedom from hemorrhoids. To remedy external hemorrhoids you can get creams and suppositories to soothe the area and reduce the size of the hemorrhoids. With internal hemorrhoids you can use supplements that have all natural ingredients.

Restaurants London

2010-01-15T15:09:00.000-08:00

There is something magical and special about planning a trip to London. It used to have a slight tinge of concern when it came to food especially when dining at Restaurants. Dining under with a couple of close friends has a certain kind of positive energy to it, as you feel completely cut-off from the rest of the world

There are mainly two types of places that you can eat outdoors in Restaurants London. To start with 'trendy' restaurants followed by the traditional English-style Pubs London that often have a beer garden or a few sets of tables and chairs out the front.

There are thousands of restaurants in London, and the best places to find the most reasonably priced ones is in places such as Ten Ten Tei Soho right in the centre of London, Franco Manca Brixton, the South Bank and Covent Garden.

Of all of these, Covent Garden has been the most extravagant restaurants, and it is also one of the most pleasurable parts of the city, with any number of street acts performing in the famous town square. The area really comes alive at night, and is an amazing place to visit if you're just in London for the day. If you're into more exotic and upmarket dishes, then you can't look past Hoxton Square. The area is seen as the most up to date part of London at this time.

You are now ready to explore out and sample the culinary delights of London, whether it is a superior British menu or something from further field and you won't necessarily need a stock balance the size of Fort Knox to get pleasure from them.

The top restaurants, may need to be pre-booked so it may be wise to check before you go, it would be so disappointing to miss them.

Principles of Homeopathy and Homeopathic Diets

2009-10-27T05:52:00.000-07:00

Homeopathic diets promote dieters to eat organic, healthy, natural foods, exercise daily and take supplemental homeopathy remedies to deal with some of the unpleasant side effects of cutting calories. While many skeptics attribute the success of homeopathic weight loss products to the placebo effect, many firm believers assert they couldn't have lost the weight if not for those same products.

Homeopathic weight loss products are crafted to help with a variety of weight loss issues, from detoxification requirements, to mood issues, to appetite suppressants homeopaths have supplements to deal with all of these challenges. Check out the list below for a sampling of available homeopathic remedies that will help you with your weight loss efforts:

Fucus (sea kelp) and thyroidinum will help to boost your metabolism.

Sulphuricum Acidum is a homeopathic remedy to help you stop eating if you tend to overeat, even when you should feel full.

Calcarea carbonica can give you an energy boost and also rev up your metabolism to combat the fact that you are consuming fewer calories.

Antimonium crudum is a homeopathic remedy that should help you relax, feel less irritable and be more patient as you try to stay on your diet and subsist on fewer calories than you are accustomed to consuming.

Nux vom and avena will help you rid your body of toxins, which are believed to prevent the body from releasing excess fat. This combination will help your body flush out excess waste and prevent your body from storing excess water and fat.

When trying a new homeopathic remedy, it is recommended that you meet with a licensed homeopathic practitioner for advice and a health assessment. If you decide to try homeopathic weight loss supplements on your own, try only one supplement at a time.

How to Use Essential Oils as Antiseptics - Making Your Own Antibacterial Napkins

2009-10-04T23:45:00.001-07:00

These days, most of us obsessed with germs and sickness, especially when the Swine flu became an epidemic according to the media. You see antibacterial soaps and sanitizers everywhere. Antibiotics are prescribed to almost mild conditions, such as common colds. In fact, overuse of all these products leads to the rising problem of antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

However, there are safe and natural methods to protect yourself and your loved ones from bacteria and viruses. These methods have been around for centuries. One recognized method of is the use of essential oils as antiseptics. Many of us are already known for their ability to destroy bacteria.

In recent discovery, essential oils were shown to be an inexpensive and effective antiseptic topical treatment alternative, even for antibiotic-resistant strains. The following oils: eucalyptus, tea tree, thyme white, lavender, lemongrass, lemon, kunzea, cinnamon, sandalwood, peppermint, grapefruit, clove bud, and sage oil were tested for their ability to kill several common and hospital-acquired bacteria.

"Thyme white, lemongrass, lemon and cinnamon oil were the most effective. The other oils also showed considerable efficacy. Almost all tested oils demonstrated efficacy against hospital acquired isolates and reference strains, whereas paraffin and olive oil from the control group produced no inhibition."
(Craniomaxillofac Surg. 2009 Oct;37(7):392-7).

Essential oils were used for centuries. The use of essential oils goes back to at least 4500 B.C., when the Egyptians created perfumes and medicines from them. The ancient knowledge of the medicinal benefits of essential oils was preserved by Greek, Roman, and Arab physicians. Essential oils are effective and they are safe if used properly (some essential oils are not recommended during the pregnancy).

So, you can easily replace your regular hand sanitizer napkins with your home-made anti-bacterial napkins. You can create your own natural safe anti-bacterial soap and air sprays.

It is easy to do at home. Here is what you will need:

Choose 3 or 4 types of the following essential oils that are the most suitable for you. Purchase each bottle of oil separately.

- Cinnamon - rejuvenates and invigorates the mind and body, supports the digestive and respiratory systems

- Clove - relieves toothaches and headaches, improves digestion, and opens sinus and breathing passages

- Eucalyptus - promotes alertness, clears the mind, fights cold and congestion, soothes dry cough

- Thyme - has stimulating and invigorating properties; good for respiratory and digestive systems

- Spruce - opens and releases emotional blocks, creates feeling of balance; supports the respiratory and nervous systems

- Lavender - combats anxiety, stress, and depression; good for nerves, migraines, headaches, tension, and sore muscles

- Lemongrass - good for purification and digestion

- Lemon - lifting for the spirit, supporting concentration and the ability to memorize

- Grapefruit - toning and stimulating, has uplifting, soothing and refreshing qualities

Make your own non-toxic hand sanitizer napkins:

Purchase a large size cleansing pads.

Open the jar and add three of your favorite antibacterial essential oils. Choose from the list above.

I like to put 6 drops of each of the following oils: Lavender, Lemon, and Cinnamon. Just make sure that you do not drip the oils on the same spot. Place drops evenly on the round surface of the cleansing pads. Close the lead and let the rest of the pads underneath absorb the oils you dripped into the jar.

Bring this plastic jar in your purse or car and use every individual pad as an anti-bacterial hand wipe.

Essential oils are very safe but remember that they are very potent too. Do not use them straight on the skin. Some of them are so strong that can cause you a temporary discomfort. Some oil such as: Clove, Thyme, Cinnamon and Lemongrass should be avoided all through pregnancy.

Also, when choosing essential oils, make sure that they are natural and not synthetic. Synthetic extracts are easier to produce than obtain these substances from plants, so they are much cheaper than pure essential oils.

Quality oils are generally labeled "pure” or "true" essential oil. They are produced by steam distillation or expression from natural, usually organic, plant material.

Aromatherapy Massage Techniques

2009-10-01T01:54:00.000-07:00

Everybody knows a massage is relaxing. What scientists are finding is that aromatherapy massage techniques, massage performed with the use of oil infused with particular essential oils, actually increase sensations of relaxation and stimulate changes in the body that will boost immunity and fight infection.

In the many scientific studies assessing the benefits of massage both with and without aromatherapy massage oils, participants are serviced by the same massage therapists, without any knowledge of the type of oil being used. While a participant might be able to identify an oil by its scent, most of the participants are not educated enough about essential oils to be able to identify which oils were being used. The results of these studies highlight the fact that while massage in and of itself stimulates the body to heal itself, the use of particular essential oils increases the body's response by significant amounts.

Most Common Aromatherapy Oils

Three of the essential oils found to be mostly effective are lavender oil, sweet marjoram oil and cypress oil. These essential oils were mixed into a base of sweet almond oil and used to massage the entire body.

Following the aromatherapy massage, participants in the studies had lower levels of cortisol in their bloodstreams. Cortisol is a hormone produced by your body when you endure high levels of stress. It can have negative effects on your emotional state of being and physical health.

The participants in the studies also showed facts of immunity boosting responses in the bloodstream. When assessed for psychological responses to the massage, it was reported that those who received the aromatherapy massages responded even more positively than those who received the control massages.

Some massage therapists go even more in their quest for the great massage session by using aromatherapy candles or herbal concoctions. It is essential to make sure you do not use undiluted essential oils as they can be too strong for the skin and may irritate the nasal passages. Make sure to test oils and candles for allergic reactions before using them on your skin or lighting candles in your home or work space.

Fear is an Anti Kidney Vibration - Eliminate It

2009-09-28T23:22:00.000-07:00

An old Chinese have saying, "May you live in interesting times."

Well we are doing just that. We are living in the times identified the Age of Aquarius and we will be in these times for the next thousand years.

Another great saying, "The only thing that is constant in the Universe is Change."

And Change is all about the only sure thing we can wait for. Change is what we need. Change is healthy and stimulates the growth of Mankind.

And since we are here to progress individually and in a group, change is for the good. Without change stagnation sets in. The biggest change we will encounter is how we think. About what we are and where we came from and where we are going
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What are we? We are energy beings. All is energy. You are energy. I am energy. The planet Earth is energy. The Quantum Ocean is an infinite ocean of thinking, intelligent energy. The Universe is energy. And ALL OUR INTERNAL ORGANS ARE ENERGY.

Our Kidneys are energy, with their own distinct vibration, whose function is to keep us in the pink color.

Fear and all the other negative emotions are energy. Fear is a negative energy which when allowed entering our body, through the emotion of fear, attaches itself to our kidneys and destroys the kidneys normal well vibration.
This brings on what is called kidney disease or kidney problems, which is bad than incorrect vibrating kidney energy.
So to heal your kidneys eliminate the Fear from your body. As a matter of fact it is a good idea to get rid of fear altogether from yourself.
How?

Strengthen the vibration of the kidneys and by removing fear from your life.

Bach, a great Age of Aquarius pioneer of healing, gave us 'Flower Remedies' to offset negative emotional problems. They are homeopathic remedies that you place under your tongue. They set up a counter vibration in your Aura that is very subtle, that helps eliminate the negative emotional vibration CALLED FEAR. Mimulus and Aspen are the two wonderful flower remedies one uses to combat fear.

You can also use the Runes to eliminate Fear. Runes are Keys to Universal Creative Energies. Each Runic Key is a distinct vibration energy that you can attract into your life.

So if you are fearful repeat mentally or even out loud while you are driving your car, "I am courageous!"
You will attract the energy of Courage into your Aura and slowly but surely eliminate fear.

How many times?
That depends how fearful are you.

The vibrations of fear will destroy the proper functioning of your kidneys. Take away it. Decide any method you want. Turn off the demonic TV, which spews out fear 24/7 and do your meditations, breathing and "I Am" statements.

The Fastest Way of Getting Rid of a Hangover

2009-09-28T09:40:00.000-07:00

The morning past the night before, you might well be inquiring, what is the best way of getting rid of a hangover? You agreed the kids you'd take them to the theme park. But the thought of the noise, once there is making you draw back.

Never mind the drive.

And at this time, the idea of getting out of bed is a bit too much to think about. You just wish for to be left alone.

Your head is pounding. Your partner just turned on the light and it made your bother so much worse, you snarled. This is unlike you.

You know that in any time, the kids are going to come bouncing and yelling into your bedroom. Already sick, you leap out of bed and run for the bathroom, hoping you'll hold down the vomiting till you reach the toilet bowl.

Then you crawl limply back into bed, savoring the warmth and darkness if only for a few minutes.

These symptoms are very typical of a common hangover.

headache
nauseous, vomiting
bad-tempered
worse for light and noise
cold

A few doses of the homeopathic medicine Nux vomica effectively and fast resolves these symptoms. It is naturally produced without any toxic drugs. And with no any after effects such as fuzziness or dullness that are so common with analgesics.

The symptoms just fade away. Once they're gone, it's hard for you to remember you ever had them, you feel so normal.

Everyone is entitled to have an evening out. It's good for you. So buy yourself homeopathic Nux vomica and you'll be surprised how effective it is at getting rid of a hangover.

Symptoms of Acid Reflux Disease

2009-06-16T06:20:00.000-07:00

You may have acid reflux commonly known as GERD and not even know it. They symptoms may be mild and you may think of this as just occasional heartburn and may not get treatment. These are very similar and hard to tell apart but here are some of the main symptoms of acid reflux disease.

1. The first is a burning sensation in your chest and throat. This usually occurs after big meals or laying down on your back, especially at night when you are sleeping.

2. You may have a unpleasant taste in your mouth most of the time. This can be a bitter or a sour taste and it occurs after eating spicy meals or large meals at one time. .

3. Burping, or feeling nausea after eating meals.

4. Stomach pains and feeling discomfort in your upper stomach.

5.Having heartburn in the middle of the night, hours after eating. This is from the stomach acid flows back up into the esophagus and causes the burning sensations that you are feeling. This can also occur in the chest and cause chest pains. If you are not sure if its heartburn or a heat attack, you will want to get it checked out to be sure.

If you have these common symptoms you may have acid reflux and will want to get it checked out. This disease can cause many problems such as the stomach acids may damage the lining of the esophagus over time.

There are many medications and diet modifications that you can try to get lessen the effects of this disease. You don't have to suffer from it.

There are many ways to treat acid reflux naturally. There are also many prescriptions that you can get from a physician that will help you treat and live with this disease. You don't have to suffer with acid reflux, you do have many options to choose from when you have more than just mild heartburn.

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Get Rid of Pimples Thru Detoxing

2009-06-16T06:04:00.000-07:00

Detoxification is a strong word. How many time in a day do we use a 14 letter word? I'm guessing not many. But it is a word you should know if you're suffering from pimples. Detoxification is holistic term used to describe a natural way to expel toxins from your body. Get rid of pimples by detoxing.

What is toxins you may be asking? Toxins are a poisonous substance that is produced by living cell or organisms. Toxins are mostly proteins, but can also be peptides or small molecules. In simple terms Toxins
are bad for you and your health and could be the leading cause of your pimples.

Detoxing is a way to expel these harmful toxins from your body. In a healthy body your immune system should be able to take care of the toxins that form in your body on a constant basis. But if the body is overwhelmed by greasy foods, sodas, junk food and stress, your body can't handle the chore of dispelling the overload of toxins. That's where detoxification comes in.

Detoxing gives your body a chance to heal itself.

The first thing in any detoxing program is to drink water.

I'm amazed to find people who don't ever drink water! They don't like the taste or can't see themselves paying for water. Well, here's a reality check, our bodies are mostly made of water. I'm sure you've been told before that our bodies are comprised of 60% - 70% water. The brain is 70% water and our lungs are 90% water. If you're not drinking water, then you're doing major damage to you health.

A glasses of purified water every hour you're awake during a detoxing program is a must. Sodas are not a substitute for water and neither is sugary drinks. In fact, you must stop consuming sodas and sugary drinks! They will not help your body heal itself. As a treat, after detoxing, you can allow yourself a can of soda.

The second thing is to eat healthy. Cut out the junk food and replace them with fresh organic fruits and vegetables. If you can't find organic products, then buy what you can. Remember to wash them well to remove as many pesticides as possible.

Try not to eat any process foods that contain corn syrup or fructose and sucrose. Refined sugars must not be eaten during a detoxing program. You must eliminate refined sugars from your diet. If you have the time, try to prepare your own meals.

Drink fresh carrot juice a few times a week. Don't go overboard as your skin may turn a shade of orange due to the bet carotene. Fresh Orange juice not from concentrate is a good daily drink. If you can mix some beet and celery juice every few days, that would help.

Eat 2 portions of fish a week if you want some protein. Tofu and soy protein is a good source of protein during a detox program. Turkey is a good substitute for beef, pork or chicken. Do not eat fried and greasy foods. Instead grill or baked you food.

Exercise at least three times a week. Raise your heart level for at least 20 minutes. Sweating will release the poisons from your skin. Consult a doctor before starting any exercise routine.

The body is a wonderful and amazing machine. It can heal itself if you help it. These are just a few things to get you started on a way to living a healthy life. I know that I mentioned a lot of don'ts, but use your judgments on what you can or can't do. It's may be better to start slowly and implement this program in steps. Drinking more water and cut out the sodas is a good start.

This is a detoxing program and should be followed for 10 to 14 days. Once the two weeks are over, you can start to cut down on water to 6-8 glasses a day and bring other foods into you daily life. Please try to cut down on refined sugars and processed foods.

Have a happy and healthy life and get rid of pimples today.

I also have other tips about treating pimples on my website: http://www.getridofpimplestoday.com

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How to Reduce High Blood Pressure?

2009-06-16T06:02:00.001-07:00

Have you recently been diagnosed with having high blood pressure? Are you trying to research alternatives to lower it? This article is going to help you to understand how to reduce high blood pressure.

Understanding how to lower your hypertension is not nearly as difficult as many people seem to think. There are several steps you will need to take in order to control it successfully.

These steps often can be a little challenging when you first start to implement them. However, in time you will no longer struggle with your lifestyle changes, they will seem like a second nature.

First and foremost, you need to lose weight if you are overweight. By being overweight you are allowing yourself to stress your heart, muscles and joints. Reducing the weight will greatly reduce your blood pressure and increase your energy levels.

Reducing stress is also vital. There are many techniques that you can use to reduce stress. Sometimes it might be necessary for you to seek professional help in lowering your stress. However, you might want to try using meditation or yoga first if your doctor feels it is safe for you to do so.

If you are normally a drinker, it is time for you to stop. Alcohol is damaging to your entire body. It is proven to be an issue that causes your blood pressure to elevate. Some doctors will allow you to consume moderate amounts of alcohol on an occasion. However, before you consider having a drink, it is best for you to have the approval of your doctor.

The final method that will be discussed is medications. There are several different medications that your doctor can prescribe to treat your high blood pressure. Depending on the severity of your condition will weigh greatly and heavily on the medications you are suggested to take.

In most cases your doctor will suggest you begin a combination of these methods to help you in reducing your blood pressure. Now that you have the basic idea, you have no excuse not to get started. Even if you have no been diagnosed with having high blood pressure it can be very beneficial for your overall health to begin eating healthier, exercising and losing those extra few pounds that have been hanging around.

Alvin Hopkinson is a leading health researcher in the area of natural remedies and high blood pressure treatment. Discover how you can get rid of your high blood pressure for good using proven and effective home remedies, all without using harmful medications or drugs. Visit his site now for more useful articles such as: Controlling High Blood Pressure

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Home Remedy for Hemorrhoids

2009-06-16T02:55:00.000-07:00

5 Effective Natural Cures to Treat Hemorrhoids

Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the anal canal. This common problem can be painful, but it’s usually not serious.

Hemorrhoids cause the burning sensation, itching and pain. It can be really uncomfortable at times as it can interrupt your daily routine. If you have tried to use over-the-counter drugs and medicine to relieve your pain and it hasn't worked, then chances are your body has already gotten immune to them. Fortunately, a home remedy for hemorrhoids is all you need to effectively getting rid of the problem.

Here are 5 effective natural cures to treat hemorrhoids.

1. Make changes to your diet

Stiff stool is more often than not the major cause for hemorrhoids as it can cause straining on the veins inside the anal cavity. Stiff stool is usually a result of insufficient fiber in your body so be sure to consume at least 20 to 30 grams a day from fruits, vegetables and whole grains.

2. Take daily warm baths

Immediately following bowel movement, it is recommended to take baths filled with warm water for reducing inflammation and pain. Adding essential oils to the tub can also help relax your body and have a soothing effect on your hemorrhoids.

3. Make use of aloe vera

Aloe vera is an effective home remedy for hemorrhoids as it contains healing properties such as vitamin E. Gently apply a generous amount to the affected area to help soothe the burning and to prevent the hemorrhoids from worsening.

4. Ground mango seeds into powder for consumption

Believe it or not, mango seeds make an excellent home remedy for hemorrhoids and should be given in doses of about 2 grams twice daily. This can also be used in addition to honey to help sweeten the taste.

5. Use tea tree oil as a hemorrhoids treatment

Tea tree oil has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties which are essential to healing hemorrhoids. Daily usage of this oil can be used on the affected area to shrink the hemorrhoids.
If you are suffering from this condition, then home remedies for hemorrhoids are in effective natural cure to treating the problem. One of the most important aspects is to make changes to your diet to include more fiber, take daily warm baths following owl movement, and to make use of herbal remedies to reduce inflammation.

Constipation Symptoms, Causes and Natural Remedies

2009-06-07T22:19:00.000-07:00

Constipation is a common symptom where a person has difficulty passing hard feces. It is not a disease but can be a frustrating problem for many people. Constipation is generally defined as having less than three bowel movements in a week. Having at least one or two bowel movements per day is indication that person has healthy body. If the food moves through the gastro-intestinal tract too slowly, the colon may absorb too much water which results in feces that are dry and hard. Symptoms include straining, infrequent bowel movements, hard stools and just feeling like your bowels are not emptied after a movement.

Various factors can contribute to constipation such as poor and improper diet (especially insufficient intake of dietary fiber), dehydration (inadequate fluid intake, other medical reasons), side-effects from prescription medications (diuretics and those containing calcium, iron, aluminum) or even allergic reactions. Smokers who cease smoking can also experience constipation since nicotine has a laxative effect.

You should treat constipation by dietary changes. Healthy diet is really critical for preventing constipation. Start using high-fiber diet which consist of fresh fruits, green vegetables, whole grains, nuts and seeds. This is the long term constipation remedy. Limit alcohol and caffeine intake and drink plenty of water, fruit or vegetable juices through the day. You can also mix one teaspoon of honey in one cup of lukewarm water and drink it regularly in the morning before breakfast.

If the symptoms persist for more than 3 months at least 3 days per month then we can call it chronic constipation. When associated with abdominal discomfort chronic constipation is often diagnosed as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Chronic constipation requires medical help so visiting doctor is highly advisable. In some cases the use of laxatives may be necessary (such as in people in whom dietary or other interventions are not effective or are inappropriate) but should be used with caution and only as necessary.

It is important to remember that constipation is usually easier to prevent than to treat so healthy life-stye and diet is the best way to fight possible constipation.

Visit http://www.RelievingSevereConstipation.com for more information, tips and advices on human and pet constipation, symptoms, causes and remedies and more.

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Chinese Herbs for Pre-menstrual Syndrome - Rehmannia Glutinosa (Shu Li Huang)

2009-06-02T00:07:00.000-07:00

Premenstrual syndrome effects over 70% to 90% of women before menopause in US and less for women in Southeast Asia because of their diet. Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) occurrence have more than double over past 50 years due to the acceptance of its as medical condition and caused by unhealthy diet with high in saturated food. Premenstrual syndrome is defined as faulty function of ovaries related to women's menstrual cycle, it effects the women physical and emotional state and sometimes interference with daily activities as resulting of hormone fluctuation. The syndrome happens in one or two weeks before menstruation and then declining when the period starts. It is said the symptoms can be so severe that between 10-15% of women have to take time off work, costing businesses millions of dollars a year. In this article, we will discuss how Chinese herbs -rehmannia glutinosa (shu li huang) effects women with PMS.

I. Definition
Rehmannia glutinosa (shu li huang) is a perennial herb with reddish-violet flowers, native to China, Japan and Korea, it has been used in traditional Chinese medicine in treating rheumatoid arthritis, asthma and kidney disorder.

II. how Chinese herbs -rehmannia glutinosa (shu li huang) effects women with PMS.
1. Iridoids
Rehmannia glutinosa contains high amount of iridoids which not only help to increase the immune system in protecting our body fighting the invasion of bacteria and virus thereby, decreasing the risk of inflammation and infection in our body including the reproductive system of women but also reduce the muscle spam resulting in lessening the premenstrual pain and cramps.

2. Water retention and weight gain
Since it is kidney tonic medicine, it helps to increase the kidney function in urinary secretion, thereby decreasing the risk of fluid retention in the body tissues causing weight gain.

3. Essential amino acid
Rehmannia glutinosa (shu li huang) also contains variety of amino acids which are necessary for our body in converting proteins to fats and carbohydrates resulting in decreasing the risk of nervous tension including anxiety, depression and emotional and physical stress.

4. Saccharides or carbohydrates
It also contains carbohydrates besides play an important role in the process of the immune system and fertility, it also helps to provide energy for our body daily activity resulting in lessening the risk of fatigue and tiredness for some women with PMS.

5. Premenstrual pain and cramps
Inorganic ions is essential for the electrical activity that helps to support muscle contractions and neuron activation thereby, decreasing the risk of over active uterus muscles and lessening the abdominal pain and cramps.

I hope this information will help. If you need more information of insurance or series of articles of the above subject at my home page at:

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"Let Take Care Your Health, Your Health Will Take Care You" Kyle J. Norton
I have been studying natural remedies for disease prevention for over 20 years and working as a financial consultant since 1990. Master degree in Mathematics, teaching and tutoring math at colleges and universities before joining insurance industries. Part time Health and entertainment Article Writer.

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The Health Benefits of Black Seed

2009-05-31T17:21:00.000-07:00

Black seed provides a rich supply of polyunsaturated fatty acids. These ingredients play a key role in daily health and wellness. They help to regulate the metabolism, carry toxins to the skin's surface for elimination, balance insulin levels, regulate cholesterol, improve body circulation, and promote healthy liver function. A deficiency in polyunsaturated fatty acids can lead to a wide number of health problems including nervous system disorders, uninhibited growths, and skin diseases.

Black seed contains over 100 valuable nutrients. It is comprised of approximately 21% protein, 38% carbohydrates, and 35% plant fats and oils. The active ingredients of black seed are nigellone, thymoquinone, and fixed oils. Black seed also contains significant proportions of protein, carbohydrates and essential fatty acids. Other ingredients include linoleic acid, oleic acid, calcium, potassium, iron, zinc, magnesium, selenium, vitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin B2, niacin, and vitamin C.

A 1994 study conducted in London by King's College revealed that Black Seed has properties that inhibit certain enzymes, which also inhibit the production of certain prostaglandins. This is more proof that the rich and complex combination of elements found in Black Seed work together for a total effect.

Black Seed has over 1400 years history of use. Many ancient books and text suggest the following traditional uses for Black Seed. But please note, that these should not be understood as cures or treatments for any disease or illness.

For Cough and Asthma

1.Apply Black seed oil to the chest and back.
2.Mix a teaspoon of Black seed oil in Boiling water and inhale the vapor twice a day.
3.Take half a teaspoon of Black seed Oil daily in the morning.

Cystic fibrosis
Massage the chest with black seed oil, and drink a mixture of one teaspoon black seed oil with a teaspoon pure honey, morning afternoon and evening.

Diabetes
Mix a cup of whole black seeds, a cup of Water Cress Seeds (Mustard seed can be used as an alternative), half a cup of pomegranate peel and half a cup of fumitory. Grind the mixture to powder. Take half a teaspoon of the mixture together with a teaspoon of black seed oil daily before breakfast for one month.

Diarrhea
Mix a teaspoon of black seed oil with a cup of yogurt. Drink the mixture twice a day until symptoms disappear.

Dry Cough
A teaspoon of black seed oil should be mixed in coffee and taken twice a day. Rub the chest and back with black seed oil.

Eye disease & impaired vision
Rub the eyelids and the sides of the eye orbits half an hour before going to bed with black seed oil. A tablespoon of the oil should also be drunk with a cup of carrot juice. Results should be apparent in one month, insha Allaah.

Facial paralysis & tetanus
Inhaling the vapor of black seed oil and hot water can help against facial paralysis and tetanus, and eliminates their causes, insha Allaah.

Flu /nasal congestion
Placing three to four drops of black seed oil in each nostril relieves nasal congestion and head cold distress.

Gall stones / kidney stones
Prepare a formulation of 250g of ground black seed & 250g pure honey, stir thoroughly before use. Take two tablespoons of this formulation and mix thoroughly with half a cup of hot water. Finally add one teaspoon of black seed oil. This mixture is to be taken every morning before consuming any food. Remember:
A teaspoon of black seed oil mixed in a glass of orange juice with breakfast makes you active all through the day. A teaspoon of black seed oil mixed in a hot drink after supper gives you a quiet sleep all through the night.

Diseases and their cure

Asthma, Bronchial & Respiratory problems
Mix a tablespoon of black seed oil in coffee. Take twice daily. Rub chest with black seed oil every night and inhale the vapor of black seed oil in hot water.

Backache / other kinds of rheumatism
Mildly heat a small amount of black seed oil and then stroke the rheumatic area intensely. A teaspoon of oil should also be drunk three times daily.

Beard growth
Massage the beard area with black seed oil ensuring that the oil penetrates to the roots, this stimulates the growth of the beard and prevents premature hair graying.

Breast feeding (increase the flow of breast milk)
Prepare a mixture of 250g black seeds / 250g pure honey, stir thoroughly before each dosage. Take two tablespoons of this formulation mixed with one teaspoon of black seed oil daily.

Common cold symptoms and nasal congestion
Firstly fry whole black seeds, then finely grind them into powder. Soak this in black seed oil and any vegetable oil. Place three to four drops in each nostril (N.B. this will cause excessive sneezing).

For Hypertension

Take half teaspoon of Black seed oil with any hot drink at any time. Take 2 lobes of garlic on empty stomach. Apply Black seed oil to your whole body and expose it to the sun every three days, continue the treatment for a month.

For Heart complaints & Constriction of Veins

Take half teaspoon of black seed oil mixed with any hot drink daily in the mornings, this will liquefy the fats and widen the veins and arteries.

Inflammation of the Nose and throat

Put a few drops of oil in to a cup of boiling water and inhale the vapor. Take half a teaspoon of black seed oil with lemon juice daily.

For Headache and Ear ache

Apply black seed oil to the forehead, sides of face adjacent to the ears and behind the ears. Take half teaspoon of Black seed Oil and continue for about 3 days.

For Loss of Hair & premature Graying.

Scrub the scalp thoroughly with lemon, leave it for 15 minutes, wash away with water and shampoo and dry well, thereafter apply Black seed oil to the whole scalp, continue for a few weeks.

For Eye infection, Pain and Weak sight.

Apply Black seed oil around the eyes and on the eye lid before going to sleep. Take half a teaspoon Black seed oil mixed with carrot juice. For weak sight continue treatment.

For Backache and Rheumatic pain

Warm Black seed oil slightly and apply to the area thoroughly as you are massaging the bone, not the skin and drink half teaspoon Black seed oil for 15 days.

For Vomiting

Take half teaspoon of fresh ginger juice mixed with equal amount of Black seed oil, twice a day.

For toothache

Mix a half teaspoon of Black seed oil with warm water and gargle the mouth and apply oil on the affected tooth, it will alleviate pain quickly.

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What is Black Seeds?

Black seeds ~Fennel Flower, Black Cumin Nigella sativa, Ranunculaceae (Buttercup Family)

2009-05-31T17:12:00.000-07:00

Native to the Mediterranean and grown throughout the Middle East and parts of Asia, Nigella sativa is cultivated for its seeds, which are known as the “seeds of blessing.” For the Arabs, black seed is not only a food but also a valued traditional medicine that has long been used to treat such ailments as asthma, flatulence, polio, kidney stones, abdominal pain and so on. It has served as an important health and beauty aid for thousands of years.

According to tradition, the Prophet Muhammad described black seed as a cure for every disease except death. The great physician Ibn Sina (980–1037), better known as Avicenna, stated that black seed works as an expectorant, stimulates the body’s energy and helps overcome fatigue and dispiritedness.

How to use:
1) Eat black seeds plain
) Eat a teaspoon of black seed mixed with honey
3) Boil black seed with water. Strain and drink
4) Heat black seed and warm milk until it just begins to boil. Remove from heat. Cool, then drink
5) Grind black seed and swallow it with water or milk
6) Sprinkle on bread and pastries
7) Burn black seed with bukhoor (incense) for a pleasant scent.

In the kitchen:
Black seed is aromatic with a slight peppery flavor. It is one of the distinct flavors of Arab pastries. It is often sprinkled on breads and cheese. It is heated with milk for flavor. It is eaten ground with honey or with cakes and pastries.

Remedies across Arabia:
In Arabia, black seed remains a traditional remedy for asthma, coughs, stomach aches, abdominal pain, colic, general fatigue, rheumatism, mouth and larynx diseases, skin diseases and cancer. It is also believed to strengthen a mother after childbirth; stimulate menstruation, urination and liver functions; aid digestion; dissolve kidney stones; and increase intelligence. Black seed is used to beautify skin, nourish hair and stimulate hair growth.

A Home Remedy For Kidney Stones: Pumpkin Seeds

2008-10-11T21:47:00.001-07:00

n this article ‘A Home Remedy For Kidney Stones: Pumpkin Seeds’, you will discover:

* What are pumpkin seeds?
* Why are pumpkin seeds considered a home remedy for kidney stones?
* How many pumpkin seeds do you need to take as a home remedy for kidney stones?

What Are Pumpkin Seeds?

Pumpkins are native to North and South America but now are grown throughout the world.

The seeds are today eaten as a popular snack food, they are high in vitamin E and it is the seeds of the pumpkin which are used for medicinal purposes.

Pumpkin seeds have anti-parasitic properties.

Apart from Vitamin E, pumpkin seeds contain:

* Minerals
* Essential Fatty Acids
* Amino Acids
* Phytosterols
* Mucilaginous carbohydrates

Other than helping to reduce the formation of kidney stones, pumpkin seeds are also helpful with the following health conditions:

* Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
* Depression
* Parasites

Why Are Pumpkin Seeds Considered A Home Remedy For Kidney Stones?

Pumpkin seeds are considered a home remedy for kidney stones due to trials carried out in Thailand which found that pumpkin seeds can help to reduce the risk of kidney stones forming.

The active ingredient in pumpkin seeds which help to reduce the risk of kidney stones forming has not been identified as to date.

How Many Pumpkin Seeds Do You Need To Take As A Home Remedy For Kidney Stones?

As a home remedy for kidney stones, try eating pumpkin seeds as a snack throughout the day.

Up to 400 g per day of pumpkin seeds should be beneficial.

Pumpkin seeds are generally safe to eat, but some people can suffer from upset stomach if too much is eaten.

So, to sum up…

Trials in Thailand have shown that pumpkin seeds can indeed help to reduce the risk of kidney stone formation.

If you are prone to kidney stones, then snacking on pumpkin seeds throughout the day is indeed a good home remedy for kidney stones.

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Joint Pain Relief - What is the Best Natural Joint Pain Relief Solution?

2008-07-29T05:32:00.001-07:00

Overview on Joint Pain

Joint pain and stiffness is often a symptom of old age but perhaps it is the result of an active lifestyle. Constant physical activity, whether it be work or play related can effect the way you move and interact with the environment. This can be a painful disadvantage in ones life as it may seem like you are not doing the same things that you love and enjoy and consider not doing them because it is a solution to joint pain. This can even cause mental strain as you find yourself resigned to the armchair and becoming more inactive than you and others would like. Sounds like a bit of a sob story I know, but Joint pain can also be more subtle, perhaps you find yourself not being able to do normal activities because of pain in your wrist (from excessive typing perhaps) and not even know it. For these reasons among others, people look for the best joint pain relief solution. There are many joint pain solutions out there on the market and it should be noted that, extensive research should be undergone so that an informed decision can be made on what the best joint pain solution is for you.

treatment options for joint pain and management

A popular treatment that is often prescribed by doctors is aspirin and anti-inflammatory drugs. These are proven to help reduce pain as a result of joint strain but do not manage the problem. It may seem like you can do more as there is no pain barrier but the problem of damage to cartilage in the joints remain and so more extensive damage might be done to the joints.

Because of the above reasons among others, more and more people are looking for the best natural solution to joint pain as an alternative to simple pain relief medication. There is more emphasis on anti-inflammation, pain management and strengthening of the joints through natural ingredients such as vitamin D, fatty acids, and glucosamine.

With knowledge of these natural ingredients that aid in the management of joint pain, perhaps a simple change in diet will be sufficient in reducing joint pain and may seem like a cheaper and more effective solution than medication. However there are scientifically proven natural solutions to joint pain which have proven to be very effective in joint pain, whether it be chronic or just annoying enough to hinder everyday life.

Remember to research all the possible joint pain relief solutions, and try not to overlook a change in diet which includes more of the natural ingredients required for stronger joints. Natural joint pain solutions are effective in aiding the management of pain and along with a balanced diet and regular exercise, great results can be seen. Please Feel free to visit natural joint pain solutions for more information.

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Acupuncture - An Effective Way to Eliminate Pain

2008-07-29T05:24:00.000-07:00

Acupuncture is a traditional method of treatment for relieving pain by means of inserting fine, hair-thin needles to special points in the human body. The extent to which pain is relieved depends on the exact points at which the needles are inserted, and also depend on the physical conditions of the patient. The treatment is based on the assumption that our body health is controlled by special patterns of energy flow and the disruption of this flow is the cause for many diseases. Acupuncture works on our body by facilitating the right flow of energy through special points near our skin.

The method is believed to have its origin in China and has been in use there for at least 2,500 years. Today acupuncture has its westernized version too, and is widely practiced in the United States. The treatment procedures involve stimulating specific locations on the skin. The acupuncture method adopted determines the type and size of the needle, and the depth of insertion into the skin. The needles need to be kept inserted at specific points for up to 20-30 minutes.

When a needle is inserted into an acupuncture point, the nerve fiber gets simulated and sends a nerve impulse to the spinal cord. The result is the release of brain chemicals such as enkephalin and dynorphin which blocks the incoming pain signal. It is found that the treatment can also stimulate the hypothalamus and the pituitary gland, which improves therapeutic effects on the body.

Acupuncture has high success rates for stroke rehabilitation, headache, myofascial pain, low back pain, asthma, tennis elbow, addiction, and carpal tunnel syndrome. All treatments normally require one or two weeks, with a maximum of 12 treatments.

Until now, more than 350 acupuncture points have been discovered. By inserting needles to these points in a wide array of combinations, acupuncture treatment can provide you instant cure from all types of pains by maintaining the normal energy flow of your body. The treatment can also rejuvenate your body, keeping you fresh and healthy.

Russell Greenseid is a medical consultant at HealthQuest, an established multi-specialty center based in Brooklyn, New York. We specialize in neurology, orthopedics, pain management, physical therapy, rehabilitation and chiropractic care.

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Homeopathetic Healing Art

2008-07-28T18:25:00.001-07:00

ADMINISTRATION OF REMEDIES. The remedies are either in the form of tinctures saturated, more or less dilute, in Pellets or Powders. The Pellets may be taken dry upon the tongue, allowed to dissolve and swallowed. The dose for an adult is from 4 may be taken in the same manner, upon the tongue, a dose when dry, being about the same bulk as of teeth should be kept clean and free from tartar. They should be cleaned every morning and after each arms, as an exposure of them to cold is lung affections of females, now so fearfully prevalent, are traceable in a great degree to the then attended with a sense of weakness, and a general Cholera, or in children during hot Powders the pellets as nearly as practicable. If put into water, to a gill of water add of the powder about what would lie on a three cent piece. If the liquid medicine is used, add 1 drop to a gill of water, and use tea-spoonful doses Epitome of Homeopathic Healing Art, by B. L. Hill 4 as above directed.

The length of time between the doses should be, in Dysentery and Diarrhoea, regulated by the frequency of the discharges, giving a dose as often as the evacuations occur. In acute and violent diseases, the doses should be repeated oftener than in milder cases--about once an hour as a general rule is often enough, though in some cases they should be given in half an hour or oftener. In mild cases, once in two or three hours is often enough, and in chronic cases, once or twice a day. Bathing. The surface of the body should be kept clean, as far as possible, and to this end, in summer, should be well bathed at least once a day. In winter, though useful, it is not so indispensable; still no one should neglect the bath more than a week, and all ought to bathe at least twice a week, if not oftener, even in winter.

The bath should be of a temperature that is agreeable, and the room warm, especially for a feeble person. It should be so applied as not to give a general chill, as such shocks are always hurtful. The meal. The feet, legs and arms should be warmly clothed, especially the liable to induce affections of the lungs, and to aggravate any existing disease of those organs. By exposure of the feet and legs to cold, diseases and derangements of the female organs, even in young girls, are induced; and one prolific cause of female weakness is to be found in improper dressing of the feet and legs, while the fashion that has prevailed for a few years, of exposing the arms to cold. Diet. The diet of the sick should be nutritious, but at all times simple, free from greasy substances, and from all stimulating condiments whatsoever, as well as from vinegar, or food in which vinegar is used. In short, let the food be nutritious, easily digested, small or moderate in quantity, and free from all "seasoning," except salt or sugar; and if salt is used at all, let the quantity be very small, much less than would be used in health.

Diarrhoea. This disease consists in a looseness of the bowels, generally accompanied with pain in the abdomen, more or less severe. It sometimes occurs without pain, but is feeling of uneasiness. It prevails mostly in the warm seasons, but may occur at any time. It is not usually considered a very dangerous affection, except during the prevalence of weather.

to 7; for an infant, from birth to one year old, 1 to 3; from one to three years, 2 to 4; from three to ten years, 3 to 5 pellets; after ten, same as an adult. 15 or 20 pellets may be dissolved in a gill of water, and a tea-spoonful dose given at a time, being particular to stir it until all are perfectly dissolved, stirring it each dose.

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For Your Health Care - Consider Alternative Medicine and Natural Healing

2008-07-28T18:20:00.000-07:00

There is a growing worldwide movement underway extolling the benefits of alternative medical treatment for a wide variety of human ailments. There have been many extremely reputable and competent organizations that have developed over the last couple of decades that are comprised of highly respected physicians, nutritionists and other health professionals that are leading the way in the trend toward natural treatments that usually produce no harmful side effects.

Organizations such as the Health Sciences Institute, Natural Healing and Alternatives, to name a few, have been dedicated for years to publicizing natural healing approaches that have been sadly neglected and even denigrated by mainstream medicine.

They are battling an entrenched system, championed by such organizations as the FDA and AMA that are highly reluctant to recommend or endorse anything that has not been produced by the crushingly powerful pharmaceutical industry. Strange, how potentially deadly products with clearly demonstrated serious side effects have been routinely endorsed by these institutions, but potentially helpful natural healing products have been aggressively attacked - the institutions are, after all, supposedly on our side.

You owe it to yourself to look at alternative treatments that indeed have been proven effective. I refer you to the Health Sciences Institute for their totally free health alert updates, delivered via email. HSI is a consortium of over 90,000 natural healing physicians worldwide. Here's the site to visit: http://www.HSIBaltimore.com.

Another outstanding publication is Natural Healing, with Dr. Mark Stengler. Contact Dr. Stengler at DrStengler@BottomLineNaturalHealing.com.

Always in the forefront of natural healing has been Dr. David G. Williams, with his excellent publication, Alternatives. Contact Dr. Williams at his customer service phone number, 1-800-527-3044.

Another outstanding natural healing advocate is Dr. Julian Whitaker, who has been in the forefront of this revolution since 1979 and has been a pioneer in fighting the regimentation of conventional medicine. His newsletter, Health & Healing, has more than 2 million subscribers worldwide. Reach Dr. Whitaker toll-free at 1-888-886-8213.

There are many others deeply engaged in the fight for better, more natural care. You can probably understand why it's a tough battle - there are many dollars at stake. Big Pharma doesn't want people to know about inexpensive, natural, proven treatment. The stockholders won't like it.

For example, there is a clinic in New Jersey, with which I've been closely involved, called the Cherry Hill Center For Molecular Medicine. They have achieved remarkable results using intravenous therapy on several fronts. Chelation is one - you need to talk to them about their dramatic results. I've personally witnessed them. Ask for Dr. Molly Fantasia at 856-489-0505.

I wish you all the natural best.

Copyright 2008 Jim Nettleton

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Herbal Medicine - A Diet Supplement For a Healthy You

2008-07-25T07:10:00.000-07:00

Modern medical treatment methods definitely work; but can be quite expensive, especially the case of continuous treatment for major diseases and serious health problems like cancer and diabetes.

In truth, not everyone today can afford modern treatment methods unless they have the financial resources to back it up. As a solution to this problem, many individuals today are making use of herbal medicines to get rid of their health problems and maintaining a healthy body.

Proven Results

Herbal medicine has been in use as an alternative method of healing since ancient times. In fact, our early ancestors resorted to the curative properties of herbs and plants to address their health problems due to the absence of advance medical treatment methods available today.

Medical experts are studying the validity on the claim that herbs and plants can have a positive effect to the human body, and the results are very promising. These experts found out that certain species of plants do have curative properties that will address a specific problem in our body. In fact, many synthetic medicines today are known to increase its potency as cure by integrating the elements in plants and herbs to maximize treatment.

Herbal Products As Dietary Supplement

Unlike visiting your doctor every week, or ever day, just to get treated with your health problem, you can make use of herbal products as a dietary supplement to dose your body with enough curative elements so that it will heal on its own.

In fact, using herbal medicines to address your health problem are known to have a two-fold effect: 1) getting rid of the health problem, and 2) improving your body's natural defense to fight off any occurrence of the problem from ever cropping up again.

Aside from fighting off diseases, herbal medicines are also used in other ways to achieve a healthy lifestyle, such as:

• Help lose weight by increasing the body's metabolic function, removing excess fat, or to remove hunger temporarily to reduce eating habits.

• Beauty products to get rid of scars, skin discolorations, acne, and wrinkles. Some herbal products can be used to change your skin tone (from dark skin to light).

But in order to maximize the use of your health product, as well as reducing the possible risks in using it, you need to consult with a doctor or an herbalist to determine the right medicine for you, as well as providing the right instruction in using it.

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Iyengar Yoga For Stress Relief - 5 Questions You Must Ask to Find a Great Yoga Teacher

2008-07-25T07:08:00.000-07:00

Iyengar Yoga provides great stress relief and other health benefits. The Mayo Clinic recommends yoga for stress management and relaxation, and medical journal articles have proven that you can use Iyengar Yoga for stress relief and to treat serious medical conditions such as arthritis, back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, depression and multiple sclerosis.

How do you make sure that you get the great stress relief and other benefits of yoga? Easy! Ask any yoga teacher the questions listed below. If the answers you receive closely match the ideal answers, you have found a great teacher.

Question 1: Do You Practice Yoga Now?

Ideal Answer: Yes, I practice yoga every day.

If you wanted to learn to ride a bicycle, would you take lessons from someone who wrote a book about bicycles but had never actually ridden a bike? Only if you wanted to find the quickest way to fall off the bicycle! No amount of reading or theoretical knowledge will enable you to understand how to ride a bicycle. Sooner or later you have to get on the bike. The same is true of yoga. Only someone who is currently practicing yoga can safely and effectively teach you how to do yoga.

Question 2: Are You Currently Taking Lessons With a Yoga Teacher?
Ideal Answer: Yes, I study with a qualified teacher in a recognized yoga teaching style.

Even your yoga teacher needs a yoga teacher. Why? Yoga is a process, and there is always more to learn. Everyone learns more about yoga by getting feedback from a great teacher. You want your yoga teacher to be aware of the latest discoveries on how to teach yoga. The best way for your teacher to do this is to take lessons with another yoga teacher.

Question 3: What Type of Yoga Do You Teach, and How Did That Style of Teaching Yoga Develop?
Ideal Answer: I teach "y" style of yoga which has existed for at least 10 years.

If a yoga teaching style has existed for at least 10 years, the teachers in that style know the best ways to teach and the pitfalls to be avoided. In addition, if a situation comes up that your teacher does not know how to handle, your teacher will be able to ask a more experienced teacher in that teaching style for advice.

Question 4: What Type of Yoga Teacher Training Have You Had?
Ideal Answer: I have completed (or am currently enrolled in) a 500 hour teacher training program which includes classes, examinations and apprentice teaching.

Suppose a pipe burst in your house and sent a fountain of water gushing through your kitchen. Uh-oh, you need a plumber! There are two plumbers in your neighborhood: Plumber Smith and Plumber Jones. Plumber Smith used to be an electrician but took a one weekend plumber certification course and is now a plumber. Plumber Jones enrolled in a year long plumbing certification course at a special plumber training school, passed the plumbing certification exam, and apprenticed for one year under a master plumber. Which plumber would you choose? Since yoga can have an enormous impact on your health, it would probably be a good idea to take as much care in choosing a yoga teacher as you would in choosing a plumber.

Your yoga teacher should be enrolled in or have completed a yoga teacher training course that lasts at least one year, and includes classes on how to do yoga, classes on how to teach yoga, apprentice teaching under a certified and experienced teacher, and certification exams. One of the most comprehensive yoga teacher training programs in existence is the Iyengar Yoga Teacher Certification Program. If you are new to yoga, or suffer from a disease or injury, or want to use Iyengar Yoga for stress relief, I strongly recommend that you seek out a certified Iyengar Yoga teacher.

Question 5: Does Your Yoga Teacher Have A Kind and Empathetic Heart?
Ideal Answer: Yes.

Only you can determine if the answer to this question is yes. A kind yoga teacher really cares about his or her students. This doesn't necessarily mean that a teacher is quiet or a pushover. A teacher may speak loudly because your attention has wandered off and he or she is trying to get your attention back. A kind yoga teacher will carefully watch what you are doing, and guide you into doing yoga more correctly. Find a great yoga teacher, follow his or her instructions, and the health and stress relief benefits of yoga will be yours!

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Acne Remedies Rated High on Effectiveness

2008-07-18T17:24:00.001-07:00

Those who suffer from acne, obviously, wish to deal with it as soon as possible as it can have an adverse impact on their self confidence and self esteem. There are, of course, many different types of treatments that are available and many of these are known to be quite effective for the purpose.

As discussed here in a fair amount of detail, there are many acne remedies, among all available ones, that have turned out to be of special merit, as far as acne treatment is concerned.

Vitamin B5

The acne outbreak may worsen if vitamin B5 is taken in excessive quantities, so it is important to limit the intake to the proper dosage, which is up to about 50mg, taken thrice daily. Normal balance of the hormones in the body is restored by this vitamin, which is among the leading and highly useful acne remedies.

Zinc

Acne conditions that are recurrent and among the most difficult to treat can often be suitably treated with the topical application and oral intake of zinc. Various studies that have been conducted to test the results achieved have confirmed its effectiveness.

Zinc is required for the synthesis of DNA, supports the well-being of the senses of smell and taste and aids the working of the immune system of the body. It is present in nearly all cells of the body and is one of the essential minerals required by the body. Even otherwise, it is a mineral that is among the most beneficial ones.

Supplements of zinc can be taken along with a proper diet and it can also be used topically. It helps restore the balance of body chemistry and once that happens, the chances of recurrence of acne are greatly reduced. In order to obtain desirable results, zinc may have to be ingested as well as applied for up to two months.

Tea Tree Oil

This is high on affordability, as compared to other acne remedies, which is an additional advantage that it has. Tea tree oil works against bacteria mainly through a constituent called terpinen-4-ol. This is applied topically on the areas of the skin that are affected by acne and is an essential oil. Tea tree oil is one of the leading acne remedies that are completely natural and highly useful.

Acne remedies can often be found even for those cases that have persisted for years on end and are seemingly untreatable. Those suffering from the skin condition can make use of the ones that are most appropriate and, therefore, improve their looks as well as the way they feel about themselves, within a reasonable period of time.

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Looking For a Herbal Treatment For Genital Herpes?

2008-07-16T01:51:00.000-07:00

Recent advances in the field of homeopathic medicine have led to huge advances in treating viral conditions, and one of the afflictions to receive the most attention and benefit from these advances is HSV2, otherwise known as genital herpes.

What does this mean for sufferers of genital herpes? It means that now they have a real choice between a natural or pharmaceutical treatment for the disease. Many people in the past who have had trouble with prescription medicines for this common STD (including harsh side effects like nausea, diarrhea, headaches and lethargy) had no option to try alternative treatment, because it either didn't exist, or those that did had negligible effect on the condition.

New herbal treatments for genital herpes, based on remedies using natural ingredients such as essential oils, herbs, plants and foods, are just as strong and effective as their prescription counterpart, with the added bonus of no side effects. Another huge benefit is the ability to order online without prescription, meaning no more embarrassment while buying medication, and not having to reveal the taboo condition to other people.

The herbal treatments for genital herpes are almost always much cheaper than their prescribed counterparts, and come in a variety of delivery methods including topical, oral and one product that uses an oral spray device similar to a breath freshener.

In conclusion, if you are a sufferer and tired of the cost, harsh side effects and embarrassment of traditional treatments, try a herbal treatment for genital herpes. Just do your research first and make sure you are getting a reputable product approved by the FDA, and you may find that treating genital herpes naturally is a much better option than your current anti-viral prescription.

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Obesity - Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment

2008-07-15T18:16:00.000-07:00

Excess accumulation of fat in the body is called obesity. Scientifically, obesity is defined as having a body mass index greater than 30, and is considered a chronic disease, like high blood pressure and diabetes. Obesity is associated with multiple health problems and psycho-social difficulties. The incidence of obesity is rapidly on the rise, because food is abundant, and physical activity is optional.

A lot has been spoken and written about obesity. However, the bottom-line in the management of obesity remains unchanged over the years: less intake in the form of food, and more output in the form of work and exercise. Self-restraint and discipline are crucial to obesity treatment, and need to be followed for a life-time.

Obesity is known in Ayurveda as "Medo-Vruddhi", and the ancient texts have recognized and specifically mentioned the difficulty in treating obesity, since a lack of self-restraint and discipline with respect to food habits and exercise, are usually the main contributing factors in obesity, though other causes like heredity and hormonal disturbances may also be responsible.

Traditional Ayurvedic medicines which are useful in obesity are: Arogy Vardhini, Chandraprabha Vati, Triphala Guggulu, Yogaraj Guggulu and Medohar Guggulu. Individual herbal medicines useful in this condition are: Guggulu (Commiphora mukul), Shilajit (Purified Bitumen), Shunthi (Zinziber officinalis), Marich (Piper nigrum), Pippali (Piper longum), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellerica), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula) and Kumbha (Leucas cephalotes). The main advantage of Ayurvedic medicines is that these can be taken on a long-term basis without a risk of serious side-effects.

Some Ayurvedic physicians recommend a body massage with talcum powder or the powders of Haritaki, Shirish (Albizzia lebbeck), Lodhra (Symplocos racemosa) and Naagkeshar (Mesua ferrea). This procedure also helps to reduce body odor. Warm water, taken with honey on a long-term basis, is also reported to help lose weight.

Medicines like Amalaki, Haritaki and Pippali not only reduce excess body fat, cholesterol and atherosclerosis, but also may actually slow down ageing at the cellular level. It is no wonder, then, that these medicines are classified in Ayurveda as "Rasayanas" (rejuvenatives).

All obese people need to draw up a comprehensive daily schedule to shed those extra kilos. What works for one person may be unsuitable for another. However, for the average person, a combination of about thirty minutes of vigorous exercise (cycling, jogging etc.), fifteen to twenty minutes of Yogic asanas, (permanent) diet control, and Ayurvedic medicines as supportive therapy, may work with definite and consistent results.

Some asanas which are useful in obesity are: Surya Namaskar, Sarvangasana, Paschimottanasana, Bhujangasana and Dhanurasana. It is absolutely necessary to study the proper technique of these asanas from an expert in this field.

Ultimately, the key to successful obesity control is to accept that it is mainly a lifestyle disease, and to make permanent lifestyle changes in day to day life.

Dr. A. A. Mundewadi is Chief Ayurvedic Physician at Mundewadi Ayurvedic Clinic based at Thane, Maharashtra, India. He is available as an online Ayurvedic Consultant at http://www.ayurvedaphysician.com

Dr. A. A. Mundewadi, B.A.M.S., has clinical experience of 23 years and clinical research experience of 9 years. He has published his findings of herbal treatment of HIV / AIDS in 55 patients in the Bombay Hospital Journal, Mumbai, India, July 2005 issue.

He has also successfully completed a clinical trial of herbal extract medicines in Schizophrenia compared to modern anti-psychotics, in 200 patients. He has also conducted preliminary studies of Ayurvedic herbal extracts in the treatment of Bipolar Disorder, Vascular Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's Disease, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism, Mental Retardation, Tobacco and Alcohol Addiction, Age Related Macular Degeneration and different types of Cancer.

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Headache Pain - Yoga and Headache Pain

2008-07-15T18:09:00.000-07:00

If you are one of the millions of people who suffer from migraines, then you too might benefit from yoga. There are simple techniques that anyone can master easily and derive wonderful benefits from.

Three months of intensive yoga practice, one hour five days a week, reduces the frequency and intensity of migraines by 70 percent.

Gentle yoga postures, meditation and breathing and relaxation exercises alleviate anxiety, stress and depression in addition to preventing the pulsating pain of migraines. The researchers speculate that yoga works its magic by increasing serotonin levels, which reduces the constriction of blood vessels in the brain that happens during migraines.

Other alternative therapies, such as herbal supplements and acupuncture, may also provide relief.

Some experts even believe that just because you think it will work, then it will work. Many headaches are self-fulfilling prophesies. In other words, because we expect to get a headache, we often do. In experiments, researchers have found that subjects experience the same level of headache relief from placebos as from actual pain relievers.

This is another possible benefit from yoga. If you try some simple routines, then the act of trying something new and different and breaking from your regular routine of taking pain relievers could be a benefit.

If yoga seems like too much of a challenge, then try a simpler method to start. Try a simple walk in the park, find a comfortable bench or spot on the grass where you can relax. Practice a simple meditation technique: Close your eyes and breath in, picture a red cloud breathing into you and a blue cloud on the way out. Do this for a just a few minutes a day and it can be the beginning of your relaxation routine.

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Pain Relief and Prevention

2008-07-15T18:06:00.000-07:00

Sense of pain is one of the most basic defense mechanisms of our body to any harmful or uncomfortable situation. It is manifested by uneasiness in the area of trouble. It is some kind of signal to the brain that something is not right as it used to be.

It is originated after induction of some neurons called 'nociceptors' - which are for the specific purpose to catch the pain sensation. After the triggering effect, the nociceptors are excited and there is release of some neurotransmitter which carries the signal to the brain. That time we can understand the pain sensation. The triggering effect might be any physical or chemical injury, any disease and psychological upset. To know how to get relief from pain, we need to have a basic idea of the causes.

Most of the pains are musculoskeletal in origin, which means pain that is caused due to injury to our muscles and bones. Next is pain arising out of any disease like cancer, vascular disease, neurotic pain and others. For almost all the diseases, pain are the first manifestation. Through sense of pain, our body tries to get rid out of the condition.

Pain relief is done either by physical methods like fomentation or compress or by prescribing the 'pain-killers' or more scientifically - the analgesics. There are several types of analgesics, for use in different and specific conditions. Most commonly doctors prescribe the NSAIDs - Non Steroidal Anti Inflammatory Drugs. These include - Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Paracetamol, Diclofenac, Nimesulide, Selective COX inhibitors etc.

The use of Aspirin in case of pain relief is in practice since medieval times and it is a proven analgesic for many conditions. Musculoskeletal pains are best managed by a combination of Paracetamol and Ibuprofen or Diclofenac. All of them act via increasing the pain threshold level.

Almost all the pain-killers are potent inducer of gastric acid. Therefore, an antacid must be taken along with the pain-killer medicine.

The physical methods are cold compress and hot fomentation. By application of heat or cold, the pain receptors (nociceptors) get a soothing effect. This is a temporary for pain management by calming down the activity of the pain receptors.

Prevention can be achieved from the chronic pain situations like low back pain, neck pain, arthritic pain, neurotic pain etc.

As we all know prevention is better than cure (here in chronic pain, it is taking the medication), prevention from chronic pain can be done by proper care of the injured area, regular stretching exercises and occasional medication. The role of balanced diet is also an important factor. If you stretch the affected muscles, it will be free from any kind of kinking or twisting, which may be the cause of the pain. Balanced diet containing antioxidants and vitamins help to reduce the magnitude of pain.

In case of arthritic pain, you need to strengthen the muscles around the affected joint by doing specific exercise. Strong muscles are important factor to reduce the sense of pain. It is better to consult an expert in physical training before starting any kind of exercise.

Carlisle Holm is the owner of Health Care Blog. He writes various health news and health care articles. Feel free to visit our site for daily health news and articles.

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Lower Your High Blood Pressure in 4 Easy Ways

2008-07-15T17:22:00.000-07:00

High blood pressure is one of the most dangerous and yet controllable diseases in the United States today. If untreated, it can lead to kidney failure, heart attack or heart failure, stroke, and other life threatening diseases.

Even though high blood pressure normally has no symptoms, it is not that hard to test for. If you have normal doctor's visits, he or his nurse can test it in just a few minutes. Even if you don't have a doctor, you can find many blood pressure monitors in drug stores and other retail outlets in many U.S. cities where you can test yourself. Today, with all of the high profile press attention given to hypertension, there's no real reason that any sensible person should not be aware of and monitor his or her own blood pressure readings. Hypertension prevention is even more important because once you develop it, chances are you will have it for the rest of your life.

But assuming that you do have hypertension or are merely at risk for it, what are some things that you can do to help lower it? Although heredity can and does play a role in a person's susceptibility to high blood pressure, hypertension is mainly a lifestyle disease. So, to decrease your chance of getting it or to lessen the damage that it is currently wrecking on your body, you have to change your lifestyle habits which you can do in 4 easy ways.

1) Move your body. Exercise has been proven in many studies to help the cardiovascular system and improve the conditions of the arteries. It strengthens your heart and helps to keep the blood vessels clear of debris. Exercise also helps to maintain a healthy body weight which is another key to keeping your blood pressure under control.

2) Reduce the salt in your diet. Although many Americans seem to believe that salt is one of the four main food groups, along with sugar, fat, and alcohol - it is not! The four food groups are whole grain foods, vegetables, fruits, and legumes (or beans). Salt is nowhere in this group. Salt is an acquired taste and with discipline can be un-acquired. Yes, the body needs salt, but it can get all the salt it needs from simply eating healthy foods. Stick as much as you can to the real food groups and you'll help to keep your blood pressure normal. Not only that, but if you have high blood pressure, sticking to the four main food groups will help to lower it.

3) Stop smoking. Never mind that smoking is indelibly linked to lung and other cancers. It is also a prime risk factor in the development of hypertension. Smoking causes the arteries to narrow making it more difficult for the heart to pump blood to the organs that need it. Women who smoke during pregnancy are more likely to give birth to babies with higher blood pressure, which immediately starts them off at a health disadvantage. The only thing that smoking is good for is ... well nothing.

4) Reduce alcohol use. In people drinking more than two drinks a day, clinical trials have shown an increase in blood pressure. Yes alcohol can be fun and it can relax you - sometimes too much. Studies have even shown that some alcohol (especially red wines) can be healthy for you in moderation. But moderation does not mean until you feel moderately high. It means one or two drinks a day. And for pregnant women, it means zero drinks.

Melissa Chow is a freelance writer who writes articles relating to medicines such as how to lower high blood pressure and other hypertension related issues. Visit her site at http://www.highbloodpressurearticles.com

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Menopause Alternative Therapies

2008-07-13T00:07:00.000-07:00

Menopause is the complete shutting down of the female reproductive system. It usually occurs in midlife, signalling the end of the fertile phase of a woman's life. Natural menopause is triggered by the faltering or shutting down of the ovaries, which are a part of the body's endocrine system of hormone production. The onset is known as the perimenopause (or premenopause) and this is the time when many of the most irritating and uncomfortable symptoms are experienced. The process involves the entire gamut of a woman's reproductive functioning, from brain to skin, and this major physiological event usually has some effect on almost every aspect of a woman's body and life. However, although the transition itself can be challenging for many women, for others it is not difficult.

The effects and symptoms include:

Hot flushes & Night sweats

Palpitations

Depression

Anxiety

Mood swings & irritability

Fatigue

Insomnia & sleep disturbances

Muscle pain, joint pain, back pain

Risk of osteoporosis

Skin thinning, dryness & loss of elasticity

Memory loss & lack of concentration

Vaginal dryness & atrophy

Decreased libido & problems reaching orgasm

Painful intercourse

This is a natural stage of life and therefore does not automatically require any kind of treatment. However when the bodily effects are severe and disruptive they are usually alleviated through medical treatments.

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) appears to provide the most reliable pharmaceutical relief. However, the 2002/3 announcements of the Women's Health Initiative of the American National Institute of Health and The Million Women Study by UK Cancer Research and the NHS (UK National Health Service) indicated that HRT treatment coincides with a larger incidence of breast cancer, heart attacks and strokes. This lead to a dramatic decline in HRT prescriptions throughout the world, which was immediately followed by a matching decrease in breast cancer incidence.

Until more becomes understood about the possible risks, women who elect to use hormone replacement therapy are generally well advised to take the lowest effective dose of hormones for the shortest time possible and to question their doctors as to whether certain brands might pose fewer dangers than others.

Dietary supplements for the treatment of symptoms are known to offer anywhere from moderate to significant relief. Some plants are known to have a moderate estrogenic effect. There are claims that soy isoflavones are beneficial. However, a study by the Department of Psychology, Washington State University, indicated that soy isoflavones did not improve or appreciably affect cognitive functioning in postmenopausal women.

Many symptoms may be reduced by lifestyle changes. Look at your current Exercise, Diet and Relaxation regime. Can you see room for improvements? Many "westerners" under-exercise and have poor diets, rich in fats and low in nutritional value. Substitute fruit for burgers and you are well on the way to a healthier life.

The effect of hot flushes may be relieved if you try:

Avoiding triggers such as caffeine, alcohol and spicy foods

Dress in layers of clothing that can be removed at the first sign of a flush

Drink a glass of cold water or juice at the onset of a flush

Keep a flask of ice water or an ice pack by the bed

Use cotton sheets, lingerie and clothing to let your skin 'breathe'

You can find more information by following the link below

Written by Susan Jenkins.

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An Alternative Approach to Depression

2008-07-11T07:45:00.000-07:00

Depression is often termed 'anger turned inwards'. In other words anger suppressed or buried within us to the point that we do not feel the anger anymore. What shows up instead is depression. Most people would respond by saying: "I'm not angry, but I do have issues with depression." Or say, "I have dealt with my anger issues, it is something else."

Whether you have explored the experiences of your anger at others in your life on an intellectual level or have yet to begin that journey the energetic memory of those experiences still remains in your body. When we experience the anger and decided that it was wrong, frightful, bad etc. we attach a judgment to it. The judgment creates a defensive position to the negative experience that we do not wish to have something like that in our life therefore we create an energetic barrier around the memory.

Many of us stuff our feelings of anger in out stomach area or solar plexus. That is why when we in situations that we sense anger we feel that uneasy feeling in our gut. It is those suppressed memories activating. Not only does the suppressed anger activate as an alarm but it will also be the stimulus for causing us to be habitually resentful, mistrustful, anxious, addictive behaviors, depressed or other. When we go into the behaviors of depression for example it is stimulated from the energetic memory of our suppressed anger. Thus when we explore and clear the energetic along side the cognitive memories of the suppressed anger our depression shifts as well.

Using the tools of Access Energy Transformation the energetic sources of suppressed emotions that create depression can be released permanently. It is a process of exploring the past and feeling the energetic intensity that occurs without judging or reliving it. It is a process of getting in touch with it and with Access verbal clearings the energetic memories are released. Within a matter of a few sessions most people feel a huge difference in their lives.

Bart Sharp is an Access Learning Facilitator from Austin Texas. He has worked on varieties issues using the Access tools. He can be contacted at 512 809 6807 or heartofturtle@earthlink.net For more information about Bart and Access Energy Transformation go to http://www.bartsharp.com or http://www.accessaustinenergy.com

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Alternative Health For You

2008-07-09T04:35:00.000-07:00

There are people who simply refuse to use any type of medication other than what they consider to be pure alternative health care. This means they want to use natural remedies as opposed to what is known otherwise as western medicine. Alternative is a tough word for some, because such practices are things/practise that were used long before any type of western medicine was practiced. However, natural remedies are still considered alternative in United States because it is not mainstream.

A popular form of alternative health is acupuncture. This form of treatment has been used for centuries as a way to cure just about anything you can think of. Small needles are pierce into the body near pressure points and are meant to open and facilitate the flow of energy through the body. It is believed that the smooth flow of these energies are tightly couple with illness. Those that use such alternative health swear by it, and think it can do just about anything for them. Some even use the treatment for things like quitting smoking and drinking, and of course, lose weight.

Alternative health may also imply using natural herb to cure. But you do have to be careful. Natural does not necessary always mean safe. If you are taking any existing medications, you may want to talk with your doctor before you try any type of herb or plant. This is because natural herbs can react with your medications. You do not want to take anything that could further harm you rather than helping you. Your doctor may not like the idea that you want to try other things, especially natural herbs. Well, if they won't help you, go find another one that will. Never stop taking medications without instruction from your doctor.

You can certainly on your own, learn about and practice natural health remedies. But you do have to know what you are doing exactly. That means you have to find someone who is qualified in this field to guide you. If you are treating your children or your family, you really want to be absolutely sure you know what you are doing. Alternative health practices can be very effective, but just as with other medical procedures, you have to be careful.

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Lemonade Cleanse - A Natural Way to Combat Illness

2008-07-06T07:11:00.000-07:00

Several people have remarked about the many benefits of a lemonade cleanse. For example, this lady, an aged socialite with a hectic schedule had remarks to say. "Initially, I was opting for the lemonade cleanse because my doctor had told me to keep my digestive system in perfect conditions. However, then he outlined the procedures which I found a little trying and difficult. However, he managed to convince me to go in for it, no matter what the difficulties that lay ahead of me. Soon the fasting, nausea, avoiding all foods and eating only fruits began. Salt flushes, colon cleanings and detoxification were things I began imagining in my dreams and now, ten days later, my life has changed completely. Though I cannot feel that many noticeable changes in the digestion, I feel cleaner and better. Even though I cannot see what it is, I feel the positivenes of the cleanse. My personality has changed and these days, stress and depression are things of the past. Mental health is really important for old people and this cleaning has aided me getting just that."

Usually a successful lemon cleanse is coupled with a digestive program also. This is not an extensive colon cleansing program, but if you add certain substances to the drinks that you have, they serve in cleaning the colon, an important part of the digestive tract and responsible for many health problems if not kept clean and free from toxins. You can have supplements like psyllium husks and even bentontite because these help to loosen the tract and help in getting the waste out. Actually, bentonite is the only product that unclogs the colon like no other product can. It attaches itself to the debris and the lemon juice which is drunk serves to move this. Even so, it works best on an empty colon and the fasting process helps. To further help with the elimination, a herbal or organic laxative can also be taken just before going off to sleep as the bowels movements are much faster due to their medicinal properties. Triphala is one such powder which assists in easy removal of waste from the body. This also prevents further congestion to take place.

Another helpful drink which might be of excellent help in cleansing your body along with the lemon cleanse is drinking a salt water flush also known as an enema. This like other methods is equally easy to do. You have to add two teaspoons of sea salt or common table salt to about one liter of warm water. Shake the water and drink the entire bottle. Within an hour, it will work and your tracts will be cleaned from congestion by making you eject fecal matter several times. All the plaque and parasites which had been living inside your intestines will be effectively flushed out and even the colon will be massaged. One thing to note is that you have to make use of uniodized salt because the iodized variety does not have that beneficial an effect.

Judith Maynard is a colon detox devotee and has written many Colon Cleansing related articles to help people cleanse their colon the healthy way.

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The Unknown Benefits of a Colon Cleanse

2008-07-06T07:10:00.001-07:00

It is a strange fact that even with the information explosion of this age, not many people are aware of the benefits of a colon cleanse. Changing food habits have made this therapy to be a very popular one, especially among the health conscious. However, this does not mean that only these people require a colon cleanse, even your body could be asking for it, and before you know it, it has become too late! Consequently, don't wait, get a thorough colon check up done today. For the man who has little knowledge of the colon and the associated illnesses that spring up in all parts of the body due to a bad colon, here are a few useful facts.

First imagine the digestive system in your body to be a food processing machine. You feed in food from the mouth and through a whole system of channels, that food is processed and the nutrients and other benefits are utilized. The stomach, pancreas, gall bladder etc process it. The intestines absorb the helpful minerals and vitamins and other energy producing substances. All the food that you eat is not useful, there are elements which are not useful and these are released as waste from the body. Now it is the colon which assists in separating the waste because it the end of the digestive system. What would happen if the colon did not function properly? All the waste would slowly collect in the body itself as all of it would not be ejected. Slowly, and steadily new waste would collect and the existing would decay, transforming into a putrid mass of harmful matter. All kinds of toxic substances would be present in this mass! The effects of this would very soon be felt throughout the body and the trouble would then start. More than a hundred million people suffer from consistent constipation and diarrhea worldwide. Furthermore, you can feel nauseated, discomforted and bloated all the time. All these are the result of the blocked colon.

A colon cleanse can aid you to expel not only this potentially life taking threats, but give added health benefits by detoxifying the colon and improving bowel movements. One can correct complete physical condition and health by eradicating the constant uneasiness and constipation. Nearly, seventy five percent of the immune system is linked with the digestive system of the body so if digestive disorders are corrected, immunity of the person naturally improves. Flushing out dangerous toxins makes the body safe from contracting contagious viral and fungal infections like Candida as well. Other benefits that many men and women experiences are a considerable weight loss and improved eye sight. Concentration and memory are also affected. In addition to this, the skin becomes cleared and healthier with a fresh radiant look. This is because the body can digest more nutrients and minerals from the food. Indeed, the benefits of a colon cleanse are countless.

Judith Maynard is a colon detox devotee and has written many Colon Cleansing related articles to help people cleanse their colon the healthy way.

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Natural Or Herbal Remedies For Spider Veins

2008-07-06T06:51:00.000-07:00

The annoying, unattractive groups of small veins that appear on the skins surface are called spider veins. They are purple or dark blue and are often found on the back parts of a person's legs.

Natural remedies are available that help diminish the unsightly look of spider veins. These supplements treat the cause of spider veins, not only being a remedy for their symptoms. Herbal remedies strengthen vein walls and may improve blood circulation and the veins flexibility. Spider veins fade away once the vein is restored to a healthy state.

Extract from the Japanese pagoda tree is amongst the finest herbal supplements available for spider vein treatment and since the 1960's has been very successful. This supplement is able to enhance capillary and vein stability, reduces inflammation and increases blood circulation in order to decrease blood pooling in the lower leg veins.

Another excellent herbal supplement is horse chestnut extract (seed extract from horse chestnut fruit). This extract is able to repair minor leakages in small veins, strengthens the vein's walls, increases the veins elasticity and prevents general swelling. Over the years the use of this supplement has helped stop the occurrence of new spider veins and also to diminish their appearance.

Vitamin K is a natural remedy that aids blood clotting and by rubbing it over spider veins supposedly causes the vein's blood to clot thereby destroying it. It is a similar principle to the conventional approach used in laser treatment of spider veins.

Another natural remedy is witch hazel which is applied 3 times a day (over a period of a few weeks) to affected regions. Stop the treatment if an allergic reaction like skin rash or irritation occurs. Other remedies available are aromatherapy, color therapy, acupuncture, acupressure and hydrotherapy.

The choice of which treatment method to use is a personal one and it is worth considering some kind of combination of herbal supplements and natural remedies.

Bob Cotto spent most of his life as a Sr. Sales & Marketing executive. Two years ago his wife of 43 years, Joanne was told that she had 4th stage cancer. Since then, Bob and Joanne have devoted all of their energy to assisting her in maintaining a high quality of life. Find out more about his efforts at his site 4-Ideal-Health.

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A Full Body Detox

2008-07-06T02:33:00.000-07:00

Body detox is among the best ways of keeping ourselves clean and healthy, besides other methods such as special diets, vitamin supplements, natural therapies, and so on. An important step in a full body detox is to restore or also to replenish energy levels to make you more alert in different areas of your life, such as at work. A body cleanse or body detox is also a great way to give your body a boost after a night of over-indulgence, eating all the wrong foods and consuming more alcohol than is healthy. That is why body detox is needed because some mortals are having this kind of lifestyle.

The human body has a built in detox system that removes harmful substances from the body through excretion but when we put pressure on it by eating unhealthy foods, drinking too much alcohol and not getting enough sleep the system is weakened. At one time, the need for a natural body detox seemed to apply only to those who suffered from some form of drug or alcohol dependency. The pollution your body is exposed to daily, and your consumption of various types of junk food, coffee, aerated drinks, alcohol etc leads to the accumulation of various toxins in your body. Initially known for elimination of excessive alcohol and drugs from the body, detox is now being used more extensively for the process of elimination of any kind of toxins that may be present in the body. A full body detox diet plan using raw vegetables and fresh fruits is especially recommended for young individuals whose bodies have been subjected to high levels of alcohol, burgers and pizzas.

Today's refined diets, stressful lifestyles antibiotics or other health problems can deplete the body's natural store of these little miracle workers and upset the delicate balance or eubiosis. There are numerous other methods to detox your body, such as through herbal tea and supplements, in addition to specialized diets and spa programs. Body detox diets vary but typically involve eating or drinking nothing but raw, steamed or gently stir-fried vegetables and fruit, pulses, sprouted seeds, thin soups, juices and plain cereals such as brown rice, millet or buckwheat. Mediterranean diets are low on fat and carbohydrates and they provide us with healthy alternative to the oily food we consume every day.

Start using the benefit of exercise to cleanse and detoxify your body. Exercise increases oxygen to your system and raises your body temperature, in effect combining oxygen therapy and hyperthermia. Exercise detoxification is an effective method of cleansing many vital organs simultaneously and should become a regular part of your life. There are tons of exercise programs and plans out there, or just walking for at least 12-15 minutes a day is beneficial to the colon function. The simplest form of administering oxygen therapy is through a simple deep breathing exercise.

The increase in the amount of toxins in the body results in stress in the immune system that eventually breaks down due to overwork. If you are interested in the idea of detoxing and want to receive the fastest results possible, then what you are going to want to do is find a quick detox diet, a body detox that is going to offer you quick results. Some methods are used individually as body detox solutions while other individuals use several methods together to achieve the best possible results. If you want to receive optimum results from your detox, you should consider taking some supplements for detox. It is also good for keeping track of detox intervals or a detox schedule, body detox is not just a one time thing, for best results it should be done on a regular basis throughout the year.

While our body is not totally defenseless against toxins as we have an effective built-in natural detoxification system but body detox is still a must to help keep your body free of toxins. One of the much-desired benefits of body detox is weight loss. Liver and Kidneys detox is excellent to use before and during a weight loss program, as it will improve weight loss results. In conclusion, making your own home remedy for body detox is much better and less expensive way to pursue long term health as compared to eating detox pills.

One of the much-desired benefits of body detox is weight loss. Liver and Kidneys detox is excellent to use before and during a weight loss program, as it will improve weight loss results. Find out more about A Full Body Detox

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3 Herbs That Detox, Repair, and Regenerate the Liver

2008-07-06T02:19:00.000-07:00

The liver might be the most vital internal organ in the human body. Not only is it the largest, but it also performs the most basic and essential tasks - over 500 tasks, to be exact. It's a sort of processing center that regulates and redistributes.

The liver takes a lot of abuse, from alcohol and medications, to stress and poor diet, so it only makes sense to do all we can to reverse this damage and ultimately protect our bodies and prevent further damage and disease.

For as serious as liver damage is, the treatment is stunningly simple. Incorporating 3 herbs into your diet is all it takes to detox your liver and stimulate regeneration.

• Milk Thistle is proven effective in the treatment of almost every liver disorder and disease, including hepatitis, cirrhosis, necrosis, and hepatotoxicity. It's also used to treat liver damage associated with substance abuse.

The active phytochemical in milk thistle is silymarin, a powerful antioxidant that heals liver damage and simultaneously promotes liver cell regeneration and protects the liver against future damage from toxins and poisons. In clinical trials, silymarin has proven extremely effective and pharmaceutically unmatched.

• Dandelion cleanses and purifies the blood. This powerful herb increases bile production and flow, and it promotes healthy kidney and gallbladder functions as well. Like milk thistle, dandelion has no pharmacologic equal. Research shows benefits to the entire digestive system.

• Artichoke is a serious natural herb (and again, like milk thistle and dandelion, has not been pharmaceutically reproduced). Artichoke's active phytochemical is called cynarin and is found primarily in the plant leaves. Like silymarin in milk thistle, cynarin promotes liver recovery and protection.

Artichoke, like dandelion, also increases the production of bile in the liver and promotes bile flow from the gallbladder to the rest of the body. This makes it essential for the detoxification and health of the entire digestive system, since bile is what digests, breaks down, and flushes poisons, medications and toxins out of the body.

Milk thistle, dandelion, and artichoke, along with simple changes in your diet and lifestyle, are all the body needs to cleanse, purify, detoxify, and regenerate the liver. Because they work in tandem, they can be found combined in herbal supplements. It's incredibly simple.

The best liver formula I have found that incorporates all 3 of these herbs in the highest and safest potency is called Liver Rescue III+

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