Posted by admin on Sep 26, 2010 in
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Aromatherapy for a Broken Heart
by: Johnetta Miner
The heart is a very fragile and strong organ. It is the center of
our being and a very vulnerable focal point. The heart plays a
role in every function of the body. It can be “hurt”, “lost” and
left in San Francisco. It can also “skip a beat” or be attacked
by a stroke. Our heart is our life force and in Chinese medicine
it is the fire element. Yet it can “fail” us, as in heart
failure. The heart has rhythm and can block, just not in a
football game. Sometime, our heart talks to us with sounds and
murmurs. There are some people who listen to their hearts speak
to them while others have not listened and may have taken a path
of least resistance. There is time, however, that we all listen
when our heart speaks to us. That time is when there is what is
called a broken heart.
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Posted by admin on Sep 25, 2010 in
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Hair Loss
by: Ray Cunningham
To all bald-headed men.
When you drive at night do you have to turn your head down to low beam?
Yes, there are many such thoughtless jokes about baldness, in both males and females. However, loss of head hair really is a problem, which causes a great deal of worry and unhappiness, to those afflicted.
Hopefully, there may be some help and answers for you, within this web site. It is often easier to reduce the ageing and thinning of healthy hair, than to regrow into follicles that are already dormant.
Reversing and preventing further hair loss may also be possible. Some products and techniques could be:
Topical ketokonazole, an anti-fungal/5-alfa inhibitor of reductase.
Finasteride and/or minoxidel, known in the United States as propecia and Rogaine, or Rogeine, respectively.
Placebos have average results, but not usually as high as other specific products
Hair cloning, or multiplication, using self replenishing follicle stem cells.
Hair transplants have been used for many years.
To lower androgen levels, aerobic exercises may be beneficial. This may also help stress reduction which can be an aid to slow the loss of hair.
Senanoa repens/saw palmetto, a DH T inhibit talk and a herb. Fewer side-effects and less expensive than products such as dutasteride, or finesteride.
Resveratrol is a lipase inhibitorl, made from grape skins.
Chinese herbs and Chinese medicine may be tried. Seek help from qualified acupuncturists, herbalists and holistic medicine practitioners.
Beta Sitosterol, found in oils of seeds, may also help by lowering cholesterol. Use an extract, as the heavy consumption of oils can aggravate the hairloss problem.
As we all know, baldness in males, is more common than females – thank goodness!
Baldness can be caused by a number of factors, including the trigger, an enzyme called 5-alfa reductase, which converts testosterone into dihydrotestosterone – DHT, which can inhibit growth in genetically fine hairs. Some female baldness may be a result of an oestrogen reduction. Oestrogen usually counteracts testosterones balding action. Tight ponytails and corn rows, could also contribute to female hair loss, as may constantly wearing a hat.
This short article can, in no way, cover the wide spectrum of causes and treatments for hair loss. Search the internet through search engines such as Google, etc and seek help from alternative health practitioners, as well as traditional western medicine.
About The Author
Ray Cunningham is an owner of two diplomas of acupuncture. One from Australia. The other from Hong Kong.
At the moment he resides in Central Florida, U.S.A.. For more information, on acupuncture and alternative medicine, go to his website at: http://alternative-health-4.us
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Posted by admin on Sep 22, 2010 in
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Natural Remedies For Your Baby’s Cough
by: Michelle Winters
Your baby coughing and you don’t know what to do to stop that irritating cough –this is often a distressful picture at almost every home. a way is definitely making your baby take medication but you are reluctant to go for it since you want your baby to avoid its side effects and chemicals. Moreover researches made recently have proved that the cough syrups are of no good and the sugar in them may actually make the illness last longer!
However, there a handful of natural remedies to recover our babies from coughing. Take your baby in the bathroom and run a hot shower if he appears to be congested. The shower must be hot since the steams from the shower loosen the congestion in the lungs of your baby.
You can also bathe your baby with warm water as it is as effective as running hot shower. You can also improve the effectiveness of the bath by pouring some droplets of thyme, sage or eucalyptus oil into the water. These oils can work wonders by letting their vapors aid in opening up the airways of your baby to make him breathe easy. Moreover, these vapors are a great healer of sore throats.
In case the cough is because of croup, the most effective way is wrapping your baby comfortably and taking him outside under the night sky. The cold night air soothes the upper airways inflammation.
The other effective natural remedy for babies’ cough is herbal rub. How to do it? Take ¾ tablespoons of olive oil. Mix it 2 drops of essential oils. These essential oils can be rosemary, sage, peppermint or eucalyptus oils. A blend of rosemary and eucalyptus oils is marvelous – eucalyptus oil calms the cough allowing your baby to breathe easily whereas the oil of rosemary calms your tiny one and makes him doze off.
Put the mixture of olive and essential oils and rub it on your baby’s back and chest. Wrap your baby with a warm blanket or put on him a warm tight fitting shirt to develop body hit. This body heat will make the essential oils to vaporize. The baby will now find easier to breathe since he breathes in the fumes.
It is also believed that the best drink to soothe a worrying cough is mother’s milk. When ill, never stop your coughing baby feeding on your breasts. A dairy product is never comparable to breast feedings as far as quality is concerned.
So now, you, a mother of a new-born child know how to handle initially your baby’s cough. But this article is not the final thing; never hesitate to consult doctor to know more about the problem.
About The Author
Michelle Winters is a mother and home owner. See more of her articles at http://www.monitoryourbaby.info
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Posted by admin on Sep 21, 2010 in
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Genital Warts Natural and Alternative Treatment Remedies
by: S.A. Smith
Have you been diagnosed with genital warts caused by the HPV virus? If so, your physician has probably advised you of the more conventional treatments available such as pharmaceutical ointments, cryosurgery (freezing), electrocautery (burning) or laser treatment. While many people undergo these types of treatments, some opt for a less invasive natural solution by visiting a Naturopathic doctor. While there is no cure for the hpv virus, there are specific natural treatments that may help reduce and eliminate the warts over time.
TOPICAL TREATMENTS
Before resorting to medically invasive treatments many people are choosing to try alternative treatments that may naturally help reduce or eliminate genital warts. Many holistic treatment resources advise that different remedies will work for different individuals so it may take a little trial and error to find one suited to your needs. Experiment with applying the following directly to the infected wart areas:
Goldenseal: considered to have natural antibiotic properties and may destroy many types of viral infections.
Tea Tree Oil: strong anti-viral and anti-bacterial aromatherapy essential oil.
Aloe Vera: healing and soothing properties.
Garlic Oil: or even raw garlic is believed to promote white blood cells ability to fight infection.
Sour Apple Juice: it is believed the beneficial effect is from the magnesium in the apple
Most of these topical treatments have not been clinically proven as an effective treatment for genital warts, but have shown to have positive benefits is related studies or in fighting other types of viral infections. Other notable mentions for natural topical remedies also include; cabbage juice, banana skin, chickweed, dandelion juice, rubber plant, and pineapple juice.
HERBAL IMMUNE BOOSTING SUPPLEMENTS
Antiviral herbal remedies taken internally to boost the body’s natural ability to fight viral infections include the following supplements:
Echinacea: known for its ability to boost the immune system, is important in the treatment of genital warts.
Astragalus: used in Chinese herbal medicine for over 2000 years, Astragalus is known to improve the body’s ability to fight off viral and bacterial infections, such as the Human Papilloma Virus, by boosting the body’s immune system. Astragalus has been taken as a supplement by people undergoing chemotherapy to help restore their tired immune systems.
Garlic powder tablets: Once used in 1550 BC by Egyptians as an external treatment for tumors, garlic has long since been recognized for it’s medicinal values. Of the many benefits garlic has on the human body, it promotes the ability of white blood cells to fight infection. A natural antibiotic, garlic is effective in countering bacteria, fungus and viral conditions.
Vitamins: Supplementation with high doses of vitamin A, B complex, vitamin C, E, zinc, lactobacillus acidophilus and the amino acid L-cysteine have shown to have immune boosting benefits.
In addition, other noted antiviral herbal supplements include dandelion, greater celandine (cheilidonium), mullein, thuja, houseleek, goldenseal, calendula, lomatium, pau d’arco and wintergreen.
DIET AND LIFESTYLE
It is also suggested that you take a proactive approach in improving your health through lifestyle. By reducing sugars and refined foods, reducing red meat, increasing vegetables and fruit, taking the necessary vitamins and minerals, drinking plenty of water, regular exercise and getting proper rest, you will boost your immune system which will help in fighting off the virus.
EMOTIONAL STRESS
Because genital warts are considered a sexually transmitted disease, diagnosis will often have an emotional impact on the sufferer. Many people will experience a whole gamut of feelings including guilt, fear, rage, isolation and helplessness. HPV is one of the most common viruses in the world with an estimated 20 million sufferers, so as you can see you are not alone. It is believed that emotional health has a direct impact on your physical health. Therefore it is important to work through these feelings. Contact your local STD clinic for a list of support groups available in your area, or there are countless support groups and message boards available on the internet. Through seeing other people’s experiences, you will see HPV is a very manageable virus.
Since most of these natural remedies are considered reasonably safe, they may be worth investigating before turning to invasive and costly medical treatments. Ensure to discuss any alternative treatment strategies with your health care practitioner before starting them. To learn more about conventional treatments for genital warts that have shown to be effective you can visit: http://www.genitalwartsherpes.com/genital-warts-treatment.htm
About The Author
S.A. Smith is a freelance writer, correspondent, and contributing editor of the HPV Genital Warts Herpes resource site and can be reached at http://www.genitalwartsherpes.com.
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Frankincense and myrrh are two herbs mentioned repeatedly in the bible. I find it fascinating that Egyptians used myrrh for embalming the bodies of Pharaohs while frankincense was used in India as incense for worship during biblical times. These shrubs, or small trees, of the family Burseraceae produce a liquid when the bark is punctured. That Read more…
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Posted by admin on Mar 3, 2010 in
General Back in the 1950s, about 7.5 hours of sleep a night was the norm for most Americans, according to a USA Today article. These days, the average American sleeps for around 6.5 hours a day, and if you’re a full time student chances are you get even less. So how DO we all function with so much less sleep? That’s a whole night of sleep, missing from our lives each week. Read more…
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General Chinese medicine existed 5,000 years ago. During our emperor’s time, various herbs have been used and tested to bring about the benefit of weight loss. To this day, Chinese herbs or Traditional Chinese Medicines (TCM) have been popular among those who wish to get remedies, without facing dangerous health consequences. This is because these weight loss herbs are said Read more…
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Posted by admin on Feb 22, 2010 in
General Chinese herbs are a separate category of medicines altogether and rightfully so. They can strengthen the immune system, inhibit the growth of tumors, manage blood pressure and increase sexuality – indeed, the range is very wide. There are numerous herbs, including those that are considered common and those that are the jealously guarded secrets of traditional Chinese Read more…
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General Not long ago, an article was released from the Ditan Hospital in Beijing, reporting that, “88 out of 117 patients treated for (H1N1) the disease only on the herbs fully recovered and were discharged.” This is a 75% success rate. What are these Chinese herbs that worked so well? The Deputy Director of the hospital said there were four herbs Read more…
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Posted by admin on Feb 13, 2010 in
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As we mentioned in previous articles, infertility is defined as inability of a couple to conceive after 12 months of unprotected sexual intercourse. It effects over 5 millions couple alone in the U. S. and many times more in the world. Because of unawareness of treatments, only 10% seeks help Read more…
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