Tess October 8th, 2008
There is no fixed cause behind the thyroid conditions of hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. There are various causes behind a disruption in thyroid function and in some cases there is an autoimmune component that is involved. The autoimmune response creates a thyroid condition where the body’s immune system starts attacking the thyroid gland instead of protecting it from infectious agents.
Tess August 29th, 2008
Have you ever had an uncontrollable urge to be pierced by a dozen needles? This is the image most people get when someone mentions the word “acupunctureâ€. It comes as no surprise that most view this technique with suspicion, even downright horror.
The fact is, however, that this relatively painless ancient Chinese technique has helped relieve the symptoms of millions of people. Properly used, it can help in the management of many medical conditions including chronic pain and fatigue.
Tess August 26th, 2008
If you have Diabetes you may want to investigate some of the alternative therapies that are available. Of course, you want to be sure that you are healthy enough to participate in them before you begin. Never turn your back on traditional therapies when you are not managing your Diabetes well. Instead, try to find a healthy balance between traditional and alternative management of Diabetes.
Tess August 18th, 2008
The word drug is derived from druug, Swedish for ‘dried plants’. A large proportion of the early conventional medicines and drugs that were discovered, originated from plants.
Aspirin was originally developed after isolating acetysalicyclic acid from a plant known as meadowsweet (Latin: Spiraea). Quinine has its origins in cinchona, medicinal bark of the cinchona tree. Morphine and codeine have their roots in poppy plant.
However, there are certain aspects that differentiate conventional drugs from herbal remedies and homeopathic remedies, as well. These are:
Tess June 17th, 2008
Herbs have a long history that backs their potential effectiveness. Long before modern medical science came to the scene, herbs and nature’s remedies were the mainstays of treating disease.
Today there are hundreds of online sites that offer herbal cures for mental and physiological disorders. Some of them are genuine and rendering yeoman service to the concept of traditional therapies and treatment modalities while bringing the benefits of traditional medicine to people across the world. However, there are others who simply want to latch on to the latest fad to make a quick buck.
Tess June 9th, 2008
Headaches: Blend 2 drops of Chamomile Oil with 5 drops Lavender Oil in a large bowl of warm water. Take a small cloth towel and barely skim the surface of this mixture with it; apply the warm compress to your aching head.
Sunburn: Chamomile and Lavender also work well blended together for a sunburn.
Bath: 2 drops of Chamomile and 2 drops of Lavender make a relaxing evening bath.
Tess May 24th, 2008
Children love the fragrance of Orange oil and parents will find it calming and relaxing for little ones. Use in the playroom or bedroom to soothe and help to sleep.
Orange oil tells us not to take things so seriously. A scent that brings us joy and lightens our mood. When we are tense, stressed, nervous it brings happiness and laughter. It calms, relaxes and refreshes. It uplifts our mood and helps us feel more positive.
Tess February 29th, 2008
For a long time the benefits of green tea and its components have been a subject matter of scrutiny with researchers in the medical fraternity. Many studies have pointed out that green tea and its constituents are helpful in providing treatment for various ailments including Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (BPH) and prostate cancer.
The phytochemicals, chemical substances that are biologically active but not nutritive and antioxidants in green tea work upon growth factors and proteins and act as a prostate medicine to restrict growth of benign and malignant growths alike.
Tess February 26th, 2008
Middle aged men face a typical problem with their prostate gland. With age, the hormonal levels in the body undergo a gradual change that results in an enlarged prostate. Prostatitis is a condition where the gland is inflamed by a migrant bacterial infection. As the gland surrounds the tube through which urine exits the body, an enlarged prostate creates problems with urination.
Tess February 14th, 2008
Homoeopathy is often dismissed by those who refuse to believe that a remedy diluted so extensively can treat or cure a disease. The contention of protagonists of homeopathy, however, is that if an infinitesimally small reduction (in proportion to the fluids present in the body) of essential minerals can cause a disease, the same can also cure it. However, the best evidence of the efficacy of homeopathy can be provided by those who have benefited from it.
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