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- *** Chemotherapy is NOT the Only Way to Fight Cancer! - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2009 from Dr. Vijaya NairThis week's article from www.jivasupplements.org will look at chemotherapy and alternative treatments for cancer. For years, we have been told that the only thing to do when faced with cancer is to undergo chemotherapy. However, recent research suggests there are alternatives that should be ...
Views: 15(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - What Are You Working On? Part 1 - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThe other day I was asked by one of my clients, “So, what are you working on?” I took in a deep breath and replied to her, “Me”. She nodded then smiled and said knowing who I am, “Of course you are doing that, but what else are you working on.” She wanted to know what sort of project I ...
Views: 4You must read the article to rate it. - Aloe Vera - A Summertime Friend and Children's Learning Tool - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Marian BrownAs we move into summer, the season of sunburn, insect bites, and various other scrapes and scratches, parents can take this opportunity to teach children the value of herbs and holistic healing. Aloe Vera is one of the best places to start. From the healing aspect, aloe vera has been used ...
Views: 7You must read the article to rate it. - Nail Fungus: Prevention and Treatment Tips - by Approximately, there are about 12% Americans who are suffering from nail fungus. This type of infection is most common in toenails than the fingernails.
Children are lucky; they almost never get infected with nail fungus. It is said that the older you get, the more likely it is for you to catch ...
Views: 13You must read the article to rate it. - Vegan - Vegetarian Soup Secrets - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Cary EllisIt’s actually quite amazing the incredible rich, nutritious and delicious soup and broth that can be made with only vegetable ingredients. In fact it makes my mouth water and my nose crinkle just thinking about a pot o’soup simmering away on the stove, filling the house with its warm, rich ...
Views: 13You must read the article to rate it. - What is Natural Therapy - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2009 from jhu rubioWhat is Natural Therapy Everyone is familiar with the techniques and tools of modern medical treatment. When you are ill you call a doctor and maybe you take some medicine such as an antibiotic. The medicine hopefully will knock out the bad microbes that caused the disease. When you get ...
Views: 4You must read the article to rate it. - 3 Easy Tips for Managing Stress Effectively - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2009 from Forrest LambThe vast majority of my clients and indeed the majority of wonderful people that I meet all have one thing in common: Feeling overly Stressed. In this crazy world that we live in, most people spend the greater portion of their days taking care of everything in the world, except themselves. The ...
Views: 9You must read the article to rate it. - How Does Light Therapy Work? - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2009 from Gary DickinsonHow does it Work? In 2001 Dr. George Brainard's team at Thomas Jefferson Medical University made a significant discovery. They identified photosensitive cells in the retina of the human eye that absorb light in the 470 nm range (blue). These cells are responsible for reacting to light and ...
Views: 8(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Renewing Yourself for Spring- A Personal Journey - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI was asked to write about ways to renew yourself for spring. My first thought was, “Oh no, am I doing anything that would count as ‘renewal’ aside from chasing down my accountant to get my taxes straight (from 2007 no less)”! Or having the urge (I didn’t say I did anything about it) to ...
Views: 9You must read the article to rate it. - CAN VITAMIN D SERIOUSLY IMPACT YOUR HEALTH? - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2009 from Lori Shemek, PhD, CLC, NCHave you ever questioned whether there was just one nutrient that may help prevent Heart Disease, Cancer (especially breast, prostate and colon), Osteoporosis, Alzheimer's Disease, Depression, Diabetes, Obesity, Renal Issues, High Blood Pressure, Metabolic Syndrome and much more? Well, there may ...
Views: 29(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Magnetic Therapy the New Natural Health Treatment - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2009 from Woody LongacrePerhaps you have a chronic health condition and you have sought out various types of alternative treatments to find relief. Have you ever checked into the advantages there are to using natural health care for another method of pain relief or to alleviate symptoms of your disorder? Magnetic therapy ...
Views: 7You must read the article to rate it. - Happiness - Is is Reality or Perspective - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2009 from Jennette RoysterYour state of mind or perspective is your reality. For most of us, happiness is something we are always striving for, a place we want to be or when we acquire that material item, we always wanted. This type of thinking actually keeps us in a state of wanting but we never feel that we have arrived ...
Views: 28You must read the article to rate it. - The Connection Between Your Eyesight and Inner Focus - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2009 from Martin SussmanTo fully understand how vision works from a holistic perspective, let's compare it to the process of producing a finished photograph. Even after you've focused the lens and taken the picture, you still don't have a photograph until the film gets developed. This is done in the darkroom. When it ...
Views: 13You must read the article to rate it. - Decreasing Your Breast Cancer Risk - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2009 from Douglas HusbandsSome clinical studies show very beneficial information but it takes years, even decades, for doctors to educate their patients. I was reminded of this recently when a patient shared with me his frustration with a doctor he was seeing prior to seeing me. He felt he was the one that was educating ...
Views: 16You must read the article to rate it. - Faster Healing of Muscle Tears, Sprains or Strains - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2009 from Douglas HusbandsRecently, while performing a chiropractic adjustment on a patient, I felt an immediate pain in my elbow. From my body building background and many years in health care, I knew exactly what had happened. I had a significant strain of the long head of the triceps tendon where it inserts at the elbow. ...
Views: 43You must read the article to rate it. - The Self Against the Self: Deal with Seasonal Allergies Naturally and Cheaply - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIf you are experiencing itchy eyes, a dry, raspy throat, sneezing, sinus headaches and tiredness, and it’s spring, chances are you have seasonal allergies. What happens in the spring? The earth comes alive, bursting with new growth and the wind is spreading the news. Commercials bombard us with ...
Views: 17You must read the article to rate it. - Health Risks of Childhood Obesity and Natural Weight Loss Programs for Overweight Children - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2009 from Sonia BoukelifWe all know that obesity can increase the possibility of certain serious diseases significantly. Many times the seeds of obesity are sown in childhood, since significant weight gained in childhood is often carried into adulthood.That is not the only concern that exists with regards to childhood ...
Views: 11You must read the article to rate it. - Psoriasis is the Result of a Disordered Immune System - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2009 from Paul RodgersPsoriasis is a common skin disease that affects the life cycle of skin cells. It is a chronic, non-contagious disease characterized by inflamed hyper proliferative lesions covered with silvery-white scabs of dead skin. Psoriasis is a debilitating skin condition that can affect the elbows, knees, ...
Views: 26You must read the article to rate it. - Nasal Neti Pots and Your Health - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsAre you one of the 37 million adults with chronic sinusitis?1 Or perhaps you are one of the 50 million people in the United States routinely affected by allergies?2 If your upper respiratory health is important to you, then a not-so-new technique can be one of your front lines of defense this ...
Views: 11You must read the article to rate it. - Depression Symptoms and Lifestyle Solutions - by Submitted on May 30, 2009 from Scott WolfendenDepressions is one of the most common mental health disorders. Nearly 12 million women, or 12% of all women in the United States are diagnosed with depression at any time, compared to 7% of men or just over 6 million men. Mild depression and moderate depression can be differentiated from ...
Views: 11You must read the article to rate it. - Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorders - Facts and Hope - by Submitted on May 29, 2009 from Scott WolfendenThere are five PDD (Pervasive Developmental Disorder) disorders that have been named, autism, Asperger syndrome, Rett Syndrome, Childhood Disintegrative Disorder (the latter two less common). There is a a 5th PDD disorder labeled PDD-NOS, that is pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise ...
Views: 11You must read the article to rate it. - Simple Ways to Reverse Type 2 Diabetes - by Submitted on May 29, 2009 from Emily SaarIf you are a type 2 diabetic and currently using prescription drugs to manage your blood sugars, you may be surprised to know that you may not really need them. How many times have you been to your doctor for various things and felt like you spent more time in the waiting room than you did ...
Views: 13You must read the article to rate it. - Vinegar: Condiment, Cleaner, or Essence of Life? - by Submitted on May 29, 2009 from George GlasserFor most people, that bottle of vinegar sitting on the pantry shelf serves a multitude of purposes. Not only is it a condiment, food preservative, and a general household cleaner, but for many, it’s a medicinal wonder. Most often, it’s taken for granted, and people only see a bottle of ...
Views: 12You must read the article to rate it. - Cure Urinary Infection with a Piece of Fruit - by Submitted on May 28, 2009 from Joe BartonHave you considered using a UTI remedy over antibiotics? Thousands of people have made a switch in treatments and are discovering that a urinary tract infection natural remedy is much safer and more effective than traditional treatments, antibiotics. Unfortunately, most doctors will only ...
Views: 16You must read the article to rate it. - Natural Treatment for Gout - A Matter of Will and Self-discipline - by Submitted on May 28, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonIt has been known that gout is an excruciating body condition that’s hardly easy to bear. For cases like these, natural remedies have been studied over the years as the most effective methods to do away with such pain. There is a medical consideration that most gout medications prescribed by ...
Views: 15You must read the article to rate it. - Green Tea Has Valuable Health Benefits - by Submitted on May 28, 2009 from Sheila BergThere have been a number of encouraging studies of skin benefits of green tea. Green tea has long been thought of as a medicinal natural substance. First used in ancient China, green tea has been studied for many years by the scientific community in relation to its possible health benefits to the ...
Views: 10You must read the article to rate it. - Treat Acne with Salicylic Acid - by Submitted on May 28, 2009 from Sheila BergAcne is a skin condition caused by over secretion of sebaceous glands. Excessive hormone secretion from the body causes oil and dead cells to get mixed up and they end up blocking skin pores. Bacteria develop in those areas causing inflammation and pain in some cases, and this condition is commonly ...
Views: 10You must read the article to rate it. - Fight That Cold! Cool Immune System Boosters - by Submitted on May 28, 2009 from Nancy HausauerYou know the feeling--the moment you put together the low energy, the scratchy throat, the tickling nose, and wonder: "Am I coming down with a cold?" In my family, when someone gets that "fighting a cold" feeling, we have some easy tricks that we use to boost our immune system and send the cold ...
Views: 14You must read the article to rate it. - The Summer Drink: Green Tea on the Rocks! - by Submitted on May 28, 2009 from Kevin AgrawalMost health enthusiasts would have you believe that drinking Green Tea, at least 6 cups a day, would promote you to a state of healthy “nirvana”. But is it really true? Is Green Tea all that health fad experts claim it to be? Green tea is believed to originate from China but has found its way ...
Views: 10You must read the article to rate it. - The Olive Leaf – Holding Up a Healthy Tradition - by Submitted on May 28, 2009 from Kevin AgrawalIn 1969, astronaut Neil Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon, left a gold-plated olive branch on the moon for posterity—a symbol of universal peace and harmony. Olive branches were used as victory commendations during the ancient Olympic Games. It is believed that the founder of the ...
Views: 8You must read the article to rate it. - Sowing Health with Grape Seed Extract - by Submitted on May 28, 2009 from Kevin AgrawalGrape seed extract to support good health? You’ve got to be kidding! Not at all. Grape seeds hold high potential health benefits. With many of our fruits being sold in seedless varieties, we’ve nearly forgotten that seeds are a natural part of any fruit and Mother Nature has placed them there ...
Views: 17You must read the article to rate it. - Natural Ways to Support Healthy Glucose Levels - by Submitted on May 28, 2009 from Kevin AgrawalHow sweet are you? Too much sweetness in your blood can affect your health! That’s why doctors recommend that you monitor your blood sugar levels at least once a year to stay on top of fluctuating glucose levels. Today, watching your blood sugar levels is as common as watching your weight. Poor ...
Views: 11You must read the article to rate it. - Natural Approaches in the Treatment of Depression and Cardiovascular Disease - by Submitted on May 26, 2009 from Mina NazemiOur understanding of the significant health benefits associated with fish oil supplementation has come a long way since scientists’ original discovery, back in the 1950s, that cod liver oil was a rich source of health-giving fatty acids. Researchers have since moved onto the next phase of ...
Views: 16You must read the article to rate it. - Natural Gout Remedies - Cure Gout in 2 Hours or Less - by Submitted on May 26, 2009 from Joe BartonIf you are looking for immediate pain relief and a simple way to cure the cause of gout, you may want to try some natural gout remedies. For many people, natural remedies are still sometimes considered taboo. Westernized medical establishments have done everything possible to trick us into ...
Views: 49You must read the article to rate it. - Healthy Aging Naturally - by Submitted on May 26, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsAlthough 50% of the population in the United States will be over 65 by the year 2025, aging does not have to mean lower productivity and quality of life. In order to stay healthier longer, many people are seeking out the time-tested wisdom of Chinese Longevity Medicine. AGING MAY BE INEVITABLE, BUT ...
Views: 10You must read the article to rate it. - The Significance of Vitamin and Mineral Rich Diet in Cancer-Related Cases - by Submitted on May 26, 2009 from Rachel MadorskyThe question of nutrition occupies a special place both in self-healing and in the process of treatment. Its significance is impossible to exaggerate; it is one of the major factors in the treatment of all diseases, without exception. Proper nutrition is one of the key weapons in the cancer ...
Views: 10You must read the article to rate it. - Natural Remedies for Flu Virus - by Submitted on May 25, 2009 from Vic KalmanFlu Virus remedies for flu virus symptoms; is your body ready to battle the flu in 2009? Are there alternative medicine flu treatments and natural home remedies for the flu? What is the flu? Flu is a common ailment that all of us suffer from. Influenza, commonly shortened to "flu," is a ...
Views: 20You must read the article to rate it. - How to Use and Prepare Homemade Sinus Wash - by Submitted on May 21, 2009 from Jillian PhillipsSinus washes help relieve the symptoms of hay fever and allergy. In this method, the nasal passages are cleansed by washing away the particles accumulated inside the nose, providing rapid relief from symptoms caused by allergens such as pollen and dust particles. This process of cleansing the sinus ...
Views: 43You must read the article to rate it. - Natural Treatments for Adult Acne - by Submitted on May 17, 2009 from Karyn MaierPicture this: You’re fighting your way through traffic when you begin to feel a tingling sensation on your cheek. You brush the spot with the back of your hand thinking a stray hair must be tickling you, but the irritation is persistent. Finally, you inspect the suspicious spot in the rear ...
Views: 16You must read the article to rate it. - Ginkgo Biloba and the Prevention of Alzheimer's Disease - by Submitted on May 17, 2009 from Karyn MaierThe American population is an aging society. It is estimated that at least 7% of Americans over age 65 will be affected by Alzheimer’s disease by the year 2020, with the rate of occurrence climbing to 15% by 2050. But, while declining mental functioning is often described as the “signs of ...
Views: 12You must read the article to rate it. - Detoxing Our Bodies and Homes with Supernatural Mom: Exclusive Podcast Interview - by Submitted on May 13, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsSeven years ago, author and Intent Voice Beth Greer was shocked to discover that she had a tumor the size of a tennis-ball in her chest when she went to the doctor to check up on a mysterious shoulder pain. Though the tumor was found to be benign, Beth decided to find a way to shrink her chest ...
Views: 5You must read the article to rate it. - Prostate Alternative Treatment and Diet - by Submitted on May 13, 2009 from Raphaelo SteffPart of the male reproductive system, the prostate gland secretes and stores the seminal fluid (the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract). It is a very important gland in the body of man. However, the prostate is often subject of three major ...
Views: 17You must read the article to rate it. - Natural Remedies for Erectile Dysfunction - by Submitted on May 13, 2009 from Valerie Balandra NPMillions of men experience problems with erectile dysfunction each year. In the past, erectile dysfunction (also called impotence) was regarded as an inevitable part of getting old. With the exception of certain herbal treatments and natural libido enhancers known in limited cultural areas, there ...
Views: 29You must read the article to rate it. - How to Beat the Swine Flu the Natural Way - by Submitted on May 12, 2009 from Sandor CruzSwine flu, influenza A, h1n1 flu. Whatever it's called, this latest flu pandemic sure is scaring a lot of people out of their wits. But should you be afraid of the big bad swine flu? The swine flu scare has spawned different reactions from different countries, some expected, some extreme. In ...
Views: 13You must read the article to rate it. - Dissolving Gallstones with 1 Trip to the Grocery Store= - by Submitted on May 12, 2009 from Joe BartonDissolving gallstones does not have to be done by a surgeon when you have a grocery store within driving distance! For the last few decades, thousands of people have treated their gallstones by getting their gallbladder surgically removed. Unfortunately, the medical field has made billions of ...
Views: 38You must read the article to rate it. - How to Pass a Gallbladder Stone Using Your Diet - by Submitted on May 12, 2009 from Joe BartonDid you know that you can pass a gallbladder stone using your diet? Most gallstone sufferers believe that surgery is the only way to rid yourself of a gallbladder stone. And unfortunately many doctors and surgeons are convincing many of their patients that surgery is their only option. If you ...
Views: 66You must read the article to rate it. - Acid Reflux Natural Treatment - 7 Ways to Find Relief Naturally - by Submitted on May 12, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonGastroesophageal Reflux (GERD), more commonly known as acid reflux is a condition that directly affects the esophagus. The esophagus becomes inflamed when the liquid content of the stomach builds up in the organ. Surprisingly enough, the severity of the condition ultimately depends on you. To ...
Views: 21You must read the article to rate it. - Cure Acid Reflux Disease and Prevent Barrett’s Esophagitis - by Submitted on May 11, 2009 from Joe BartonIf you suffer from acid reflux or heartburn, you need to know the dangers of Barrett's Esophagitis and learn how to cure acid reflux disease. Barrett's esophagitis is a condition caused by acid reflux or recurring heartburn. Your esophagus lining is normally a pinkish color but if you develop ...
Views: 40You must read the article to rate it. - Natural Diabetes Remedies - Why Home Remedies Work - by Submitted on May 11, 2009 from Joe BartonThousands of people will use natural diabetes remedies to cure their diabetes this year! Though you may feel a little skeptical about this statement, it is a very true statement! Here is why! Did you know that you can naturally reverse and eventually cure all types of diabetes? Unfortunately, ...
Views: 22You must read the article to rate it. - Your Cotton T-shirt May Be Poisoning You - by Submitted on May 11, 2009 from Kathleen BarnesWe all love our cozy cotton T-shirts, shirts, pants, underwear, towels and sheets. They feel comfy and safe. The cotton industry fosters that illusion with its “fabric of our lives” campaign, pushing the notion that this “natural “ fiber is healthy and creates happiness. Nothing could ...
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