Articles directory

Alternative Medicine Articles

Browse public articles for Alternative Medicine.

Topic overview

Official Guide opening

Alternative Medicine is open for one reviewed lead Guide.

Learn about the opening

Search all public Alternative Medicine content. Filters and sorting do not require an account.

Alternative Medicine

4,956 articles in Alternative Medicine

Search or sort the general results below.

SortRecommendedRecentPopularRated
Article
By Konstantin Eriksen
Concentrated Fish Oil Prevents Diabetes And Heart Disease - Even In The Obese

If there was one product that could help you reduce your risk of diabetes and heart disease, would you purchase it? There is lots of information floating around in the field of medicine, health and nutrition, but how much of it is true? Whom can you trust? After a decade of studying biochemistry and the health sciences, I have come to the conclusion that omega 3 supplements are not only the most important supplements to take on a daily basis, they are essential. In recent y

1,324 views
Read article →
Article
By Nabanita Dey
Physiotherapy - an easy medication to get relief from your pain

Want to be pain free and positive! It is often seen that people expects fruits of an action before doing any work of their own. Nowadays, most of the people are suffering the pain in their various body parts. In this modern era, Physical Therapy has outspread its market that makes you understand the actual cause of the stress that your body is facing. You should not live with the pains. If you are sick and tired of the constant pain in your body parts and want to get rid of t

1,324 views
Read article →
Article
Insomnia Treatments Can Be Found Without Paying A Doctor

In general, temporary insomnia goes away when the underlying trigger is removed or corrected. Most people seek medical insomnia treatments when their insomnia becomes chronic. The main focus of insomnia treatments should be directed towards finding the cause. Once the cause is identified, it’s important to manage and control the underlying problem, since this alone will probably eliminate the insomnia all together. Treating the symptoms of insomnia without addressing the main cause just won’t work.

1,322 views
Read article →
Article
By John Scoggins
Things You Should Never Do When Doing Salvia

Salvia divinorum, the powerful herb that is found growing in the mountains of Sierra Mazateca Mountains, Oaxaca Mexico. The natives of the land consider it as a sacred herb. Therefore, there are restrictions when it comes to ingesting or undergoing a salvia trip. While under the effect, make sure to follow these instructions to ensure a good experience. Before delving into a world that is completely strange to you, make sure that you have a sitter with you. A sitter will ensu

1,322 views
Read article →
Article
By Konstantin Eriksen
Statin Drug Dangers - And How To Protect Yourself

In the last five years, I've lost count of how many family members or acquaintances of mine have come home from the doctor's office with a prescription for statins in their hands. There is a good reason for this. Statins, also known as cholesterol-lowering drugs, are a multibillion-dollar annual business. And yet much of this hype is based purely on deception. A quick search on this topic from the Internet will show that for every university medical study saying that statins

1,321 views
Read article →
Article
Could the flu be good for you?

Getting the flu is probably the last thing you want right now. Debilitating headaches, nausea, cough, sore throats and fever can really mess with your life. But what if the flu also served a purpose for improving your health? In this article I am going to pose the question of – “Why would it ever be good to get sick?” As uncomfortable and annoying as it is to get sick, have you ever experienced being relieved by getting sick? As if you are getting permission to let go? Well guess what, there is a health reason for that.

1,320 views
Read article →
Article
By Ruolan Wang
Herbs For Menopause

Your Menopause Wahoo! No more bleeding, as you have probably been looking forward to that each month for the last 20 or 30 years. Oh, but wait! Menopause is going to set in and it is officially defined as being period free for twelve consecutive months. That does not sound too awful until you start considering the misery of the menopausal symptoms that you will more than likely undergo. You can run but you can't hide from the aggravating sensations of the cessation of menst

1,320 views
Read article →
Article
By John Mepham
Natural Gout Treatment - Alkaline Water As A Natural Gout Remedy

I discussed the value of drinking water in natural gout treatment in earlier articles. Of course all types of water are not equal, for example hard water is better than soft because of its additional mineral content and distilled water is acidic. Probably the very best of all waters for natural gout treatment is alkaline water, also called ionized water.nnThe reason is that alkaline water has a higher pH value than other kinds. Alkaline water is water with more oxygen, in thi

1,320 views
Read article →
Article
By Jeramey Thompson
Home Remedies For Jock Itch - Tinea Cruris Natural Treatment

Jock Itch or Tinea Cruris is the fungal infection around the genital area, groin, inner thighs, and anus or skin folds. They are also called ringworms. The fungus appears in warm moist area, so the groins are the most affected. Athletes' feet that are sweaty could also be infected with the fungus. Overweight people or those who sweat a lot could also be infected with Jock Itch. It appears like red patches and can affect both sexes, but is more prevalent in males and can be ve

1,319 views
Read article →
Article
By Michel Bennet
6 Majestic Natural Remedies For Memory Loss

Loss of memory can be a frustrating occasion and at the same time can profoundly affect your daily life. At the same time, lifestyle changes and some effective supplements especially natural remedies for memory will help in correcting conditions related to memory loss. Natural remedies for memory: Top 6 Ginseng – Ginseng helps in boosting memory function. This root herb helps in supporting physical stamina, learning and productivity. Ginseng as a medicine for memory has bee

1,318 views
Read article →
Article
Manuka Honey, the Natural Wound Healer

Honey from New Zealand provides what scientists believe to be the most efficient wound healing properties, capable of eradicating even the most resilient bacterial infections.nnWhen it comes to health care products, consumers want to feel completely comfortable with the ingredients used. At a time when more people are losing faith in pharmaceuticals and leaning more toward natural alternatives, honey has become a desirable ingredient. With the FDA cracking down on pharmaceuti

1,318 views
Read article →
Article
Commonly used herbs at home

Commonly used herbs at home. Written by Monika Pavlickova 26/11/2011 Below is a list of herbal medicines that you should have at home in case of an emergency. Echinacea purpurea liquid extract: • Sneezing, attacts of hayfever: a few drops (10-15) under the tongue every 10 min if necessary. • Sore throats: 10-15 drops swallowed slowly.

1,317 views
Read article →
Article
By Arthur Keller
Find Out How To Grow Taller Using Simple Stretching Techniques

There are many people who are very unhappy with their current height. Have you ever wished you were a few more inches taller? Have you ever wondered if it were possible to grow taller after puberty? Do you want to know if its possible to grow taller by doing certain exercises? If you have ever asked any of these question you must read this article and you will definitely find the answer. Exercises to increase your height has been proven countless time to add a few more inches

1,317 views
Read article →
Article
By Geffron Smith
Improve Sperm Motility

Sperm motility is characterized by the ability to move sperm to the egg. It may also be seen as a "quality" of semen, which is a factor in a successful pregnancy, rather than "quantity". Semen is not correct "float" does not reach the egg to fertilize. Mammals, as well as making it easier for sperm motility sperm through the cumulus oophorus and the zona pellucida, which is a layer that surrounds mammalian eggs ovulated egg plasma membrane. For example, the wood mouse Apodemu

1,317 views
Read article →
Article
Inner Health and Chiropractic

Dr. Steve Edelson of south Tampa, (813) 831-8321, often teaches his patients about ways to maintain good health. Chronic disease affects so many people in America. These complex problems - cancer, diabetes, and heart disease - require complex solutions. Part of the solution involves people learning to help themselves by creating health-promoting states of consciousness - this is the inner game of health. Many tools are available, including meditation, guided imagery, yoga, and visualization.

1,316 views
Read article →
Article
Is Honey Unsafe For Babies?

Is Honey Unsafe For Babies? Most people have heard that there's a potential problem with giving honey to young babies, but they don't know exactly what the problem is. Doctors will advise pregnant women, not to eat honey during pregnancy. And they even tell them not to give honey to their children until they're at least a year old. Honey is a natural product that is very healthy for people. Unfortunately, there have been some cases of a very serious illness that was traced to honey. It's called "infant botulism", which is actually a type of food poisoning caused by a bacterium.

1,316 views
Read article →
Article
A Reflection Of 8

Today was a re-creation of when I was 8 years old. Only it wasn't me it was my 7 & 4 year old granddaughters. You see their father died after a year long battle with cancer. Even though he and my daughter are not together he was a great father. Heck, you think you over something but your not. It took me right back to when my father died. I was 8; he died of stomach cancer the same thing almost.

1,315 views
Read article →
Article
21 Days To Managing Stress

The first segment in a six part series that I teach clients in both a seminars and personal consultation for overcoming disease and illness is stress management. It is my personal belief that stress is truly the number one cause of most diseases, and illnesses. Of course there is a world of ...

1,313 views
Read article →
Article
The Swine Flu Scare Is Greatly Hyped

We get news about the swine flu on a daily basis now. For all that is currently known, the swine flu is not any worse than any other flu, just much more of a "hype." The question we should now be asking ourselves: should we get the swine flu vaccine or not? If you want to know my truthful reply: It hasn't taken me a moments thought -- of course I will NOT get a swine flu vaccine, just as I have not been vaccinated for anything else in 20 years.) Why would I ever want to getting vaccinated against the flu. Many people get the flu regardless of the vaccine.

1,313 views
Read article →
Article
(Poor) Substitutes For Birth Control

Okay, so you don’t care. You tell me you don’t have sex too much and that is kind of like birth control. It isn’t. It might be if it took having sex five times to have a kid, but it only takes one, so you are very likely to get pregnant. Once you get pregnant, the child is your responsibility for life. This should be taken seriously — it isn’t always a bundle of joy and not all “moms” are equipped to handle the stress. If you try to murder the kid you are in worse trouble — yes I have seen girls who have tried that one. Sometimes the baby-daddy will marry you.

1,312 views
Read article →
Article
By Compassionate Healthcare of Florida
Getting Your Florida Medical Marijuana And Certifications Without The Risk

Look Into Additional Options For Obtaining Your Florida MMJ Let's face it; waiting rooms are contained areas that are crowded and not the most fun place to spend your time. During COVID-19, it is likely the last place you want to be unless absolutely necessary! To reduce the risk, many providers have gone on the offensive to cancel or reschedule appointments that can wait until after the current situation passes. Although a well-intended practice, this is often not an option

1,312 views
Read article →
Article
Health Secrets

Health Secrets http://daimondhead.net/p20.htmnnIntroductionnThere are two major described ways of dealing with the acquisition of data and for putting that data in some sort of order. These two modes have been described to me as splitting and lumping. Thus there are two major groups of ...

1,312 views
Read article →
Article
Nail Fungus - Treatments And Cure For Nail Fungus

Fungus nails is a unsightly condition which can be difficult to treat. Many patients become very conscious about a fungus nail condition and refuse to wear sandals and have their feet seen in public. It is caused by microscopic organisms called Dermatophytes. Dermatophytes grow in the nail bed, beneath the nail and live off keratin, the protein in the nail. nnThe condition usually begins towards the far end of the nail and may start with patches of white or yellow discolorati

1,312 views
Read article →
Article
Skin Care And Manuka Honey

Manuka Honey has proven to be the most effective natural ingredient in skin care products for treating a wide range of conditions from infected wounds to acne. nnManuka Honey is a form of mono-floral honey which is produced by bees that feed on the flowers that grow on the Manuka plant (also known as the tea tree or Leptospermum Scoparium) which is indigenous to New Zealand. A similar honey is reported to be made by Australian bees which feed on the Jelly Bush (also known as

1,311 views
Read article →
Article
By Michel Bennet
Herbs As Natural Remedies Pain Relief

Natural remedies pain relief: Herbs for pain relief Hawthorn Berry: Actually both the flower as well as the berries can be used as herbal remedies but the berries are considered to be more potent. It can be taken as a tincture or as a decoction from the dried berries. The berries can be eaten fresh during the season when it grows so as to fortify your heart and can be used to fight arthritis pain. To make the syrup, one part strong berry decoction with two parts honey. Try to

1,310 views
Read article →
Article
By Dr Easton Patrick
Effective Home Remedies for Broken Bones or Fracture

It is very interesting to know that you can cure a broken bone or fracture with some home remedies for broken bones. The medical treatment for fracture usually consists of applying a cast or brace and a few analgesic pain medications. There are certain home remedies that can fasten the healing process of the broken bone and reduce the pain, swelling, and discomfort associated with the fracture. For example, the root of American spikenard, a perennial herb with several medical

1,309 views
Read article →
Article
By Sue Rodgers
Get HGH Info to Improve Your Daily Life

If you are anything like me, you feel stressed on a daily basis. Any middle-aged parent knows how difficult it can be to get the kids properly fed and ready for school. Then I still have to fight traffic to make it to work on time. After a rough 8 hours of dealing with rude customers on the phone in the office, I get to rush home to make dinner and assist the kids with their algebra homework before I can even think of relaxing. My days are stressful, and it has started to aff

1,309 views
Read article →
Article
Doctor-Patient Relationship: A Key Ingredient for a Successful Treatment

Did you know that when we feel understood by our doctor we do get better faster? In fact, the relationship between the doctor and the patient can stimulate…or hinder the efficacy of the treatment. Research has shown that people, who feel cared for with attention, not only reported a higher satisfaction, but also better results with their care. Let’s discover why the exchange between the physician and the patient is so important, and why we should seek a doctor who is ready to listen to us. An interaction between 2 personsr

1,308 views
Read article →
Article
How to Really Lose Weight

Millions of Americans are overweight-are you one of them? Are you someone who is ready to lighten up? Do you feel you would be healthier and feel better if you took off some weight? There are many benefits to being the best size for your body—it’s easier on the joints, blood pressure many times ...

1,308 views
Read article →
Article
By Peter Filinovich
Home Remedies For ADHD Straight From Your Kitchen

ADHD or Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is a common disorder among children. The disorder may be carried forward in to adolescence and even adulthood. Children with ADHD fail to stay focused or attentive. They cannot control their behavior and are usually over-active or hyper-active. ADHD may be of three types: predominantly hyper-active and impulsive with very few symptoms of inattention, predominantly inattentive with very few symptoms of hyper-activity and combine

1,307 views
Read article →
Article
By Arthur Keller
How Can I Grow Taller is Finally Answered - Learn How To Kill Your Short Stature Forever!

There are millions of people who hate being the height they are. The feel inferior to taller people and even jealous of them because they are not as tall. Others people go to extreme measures and take different kind of pills and injections hoping to add some inches to their stature. The number one cry of all people who desire to grow taller is "how can I grow taller?" Many people wonder if it is possible to grow taller after you've stopped growing and the answer is yes. Anyon

1,307 views
Read article →
Article
By Gerry Restrivera
How to End Your Battle With Tinnitus

Are you having a battle with tinnitus? It is like a buzzing or ringing bell in your ears or somewhere in your head that annoys you all the time. The sound varies from small nuisance for most people to severe irritation for others that can dominate their life and make it hard to do normal activities like sleeping, concentrating at work and understanding conversation. In severe cases some people even seek psychiatric help because the sound is like an internal siren that disturb

1,306 views
Read article →
Article
By Hilda Spektor,ND (HealhtyLife Inc.)
WHY DO WE HAVE HEADACHES?

"When a patient has a headache, it is a signal of the existence of failures in the work of the internal organs which need to be identified. This became possible when I’ve started utilizing Express Diagnostic in my practice. This method makes it possible to determine the functional status of each organ and to identify patient’s problem areas in a short period of time (from 30 seconds to 5 minutes).” In my experience, it seems surprising that even people with great experience

1,306 views
Read article →
Article
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) – What To Look For In A Light Therapy Box

The SAD season is upon us again - depression (sometimes to the point of mania), lethargy, fatigue, cravings for sweets and carbohydrate in general, headaches, sleep problems and irritability – sounds familiar doesn’t it? As daylight hours gradually decrease, these symptoms become apparent and getting up in the morning becomes increasingly difficult. Light therapy has for many years been used to help alleviate SAD symptoms and many SAD sufferers find that daily use of a go

1,305 views
Read article →
Article
What Is The Beck Protocol?

There are four parts to The Beck Protocol. 1. Microcurrent therapy for cleansing the blood Dr. Bob Beck, an acclaimed physicist developed a home health system that is widely referred to as the Beck Protocol. There are four steps that he developed for anyone to use in there home. When he heard that viruses and other pathogens had been deactivated in a medical research study by the application of microcurrents of electricity to blood, his considerable intellect and ingenuity

1,305 views
Read article →
Article
By Peter Filinovich
Hair Loss Causes and Home Remedies for Hair Care

Hair adds to one's beauty, enhances youthfulness and upgrades one's personality. A bald person knows better the true worth of hair. We all wish for glossy, thick and healthy hair. But the hectic lifestyle and over exposure of scalp to heat, pollution, irritant chemicals etc give rise to multiple hair problems. Hair loss is a major problem these days among men and women. The main causes of hair loss include heredity, weak follicular structure, dandruff, scaling, scalp tenderne

1,304 views
Read article →
Article
Natural Cures for UTI - Secret Remedies My Nurse Told Me

Are you looking for natural cures for UTI? In this article, you will lea 5 free tips to begin a urinary tract infection natural remedy. Have you been a regular patient at the doctor's office because of repeat urinary infections? Thousands of people visit their doctor more than once because of repeat infections. Unfortunately, antibiotics only work for about 3 out of every 4 patients. If you are that unfortunate 25%, you may need to try natural cures for UTI to treat your in

1,304 views
Read article →
Article
Kidney Stones Treatment

Good research has resulted into writing this article for you, I hope it will be a good help.n When a person starts to get pain in his/her kidney that that is the time to start looking for some kidney stone treatment it is rather necessarily to know the hardness of your condition and it will depend on the character and sizing of a kidney stone. However majority of the kidney stones are treated without operation sometimes drinking lots of water a day can surly help as well as l

1,302 views
Read article →
Article
By tedi kusmayadi
Acne cure information: importance Of Treatment for Acne

Acne is a very common skin problem. Majority of people recover from acne whereas some of them are left with acne scars. There are various varieties of acne like the nodulocystic acne or acne breakouts. The grading scales are Pillsbury scale, Cook's Acne grading scale and Leeds pimples grading technique. Symptoms Acne: . Pimples . Dry, pink and itchy skin . Zits . Large and firm lumps under the skin . Whiteheads or Milia . Pus filled yellowish lumps on the surface of th

1,300 views
Read article →
Article
By Dr. devendra rathore
adult asthma and exercise induced asthma

Asthmar Bronchial asthma; Exercise-induced asthma- Asthma might be a disorder that causes the airways of the lungs to spread and slim, ensuing in wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. It is thought to be caused by a mix of geneticand environmental factors. Symptoms will be prevented by avoiding triggers, like allergens and irritants, and by inhaling corticosteroids. leukotriane antagonist are less effective than corticosteroids and so less most popul

1,299 views
Read article →
Article
The Novel H1N1 Swine Flu Vaccine

The Novel H1N1 Swine Flu vaccination. Will you get it? Curious me took a poll of my 500 plus friends on Facebook and 1600 plus followers on Twitter. The Poll asked…The Swine Flu vaccination. Will you get it? Preliminary Results of my poll. 75% said they will definitely not get the vaccine when it becomes available. 25% said, “Maybe.” Why is that?

1,299 views
Read article →
Article
What is Chiropractic?

Dr. Steve Edelson (813) 831-8321 of Tampa, Florida has been practicing chiropractic for over 14 years. As a south Tampa chiropractor, he has had the opportunity to help people with a variety of issues. He is an expert at helping people to eliminate the cause of most pain. He is also an expert at treating people who have injuries related to an automobile accident. In today's article he discusses the meaning of Chiropractic. Manual manipulation of the spine and other joints in the body have been around for a long time. Ancient writings from China and Greece dating between 2700 B.C.

1,298 views
Read article →
Article
Why is sleep so important to our overall health?

Our society is sleeping less and less and doing more and more. Energetically, when we are sleep deprived we don't have all of our resources available to handle daily life challenges. Our judgement becomes impaired and what would have been a minor difficulty (on a good nights sleep) becomes a major issue when we are sleep deprived. Good sleep is a crucial self care habit that helps our bodies energies run optimally. Other important reasons for a "healthy sleep style," are that sleep: - Reduces emotional imbalances such as irritability, depression, anxiety

1,298 views
Read article →
Article
By Balaji Nirogdham
Adopt Naturopathy and Yoga Before It's Too Late

Naturopathy is a science and art of drugless system or Alternative therapy of healing for healthy living. It teaches us how we should live, what we should eat and how our daily routine should be. Its main emphasis is to change the living habits of people and educate them to adopt healthy lifestyle. It is simple and easy to practice at the same time within the reach of everyone.rnOur body is made up of five natural elements, earth, water, sun, air and sky. Perfect balance of t

1,297 views
Read article →
Article
By Konstantin Eriksen
Concentrated Fish Oil High In DHA Prevents Macular Degeneration

Age-related macular degeneration is a growing problem among older adults. It involves the degeneration of vision in the center of the visual field. People who suffer from this condition can find it difficult or impossible to read and also to recognize faces. It can actually be quite debilitating. The good news is that it can be prevented with a simple and inexpensive supplement: concentrated fish oil. The first thing we must consider is the cause of the condition. Although t

1,297 views
Read article →

Guide opening

One lead guide opening per topic

Each topic supports one lead guide. SelfGrowth reviews requests, reserves the slot, and publishes the guide when it is ready. Contributor account required to apply; saved lists, personalization, and guide applications require sign-in, but public browsing stays open.

No slot is reserved yet. This topic is still open for applications.
See what Official Guide sponsorship includes

1. Request

Explain why you should lead this guide.

2. Approval

If approved, SelfGrowth reserves the slot and opens the guide workspace.

3. Publish

Once the guide is ready, SelfGrowth publishes it on the topic page.

Your next step

Set up Professional access first

Professional access required

Sign in or create a Professional account, complete contributor review, and publish your expert profile. This prerequisite does not submit an Official Guide application.