Cognitive therapy for stress

Helping people learn to cope.

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Cognitive Therapy

Cognitive therapy is a way of helping people to cope with stress and emotional problems. The concept is based on the premise that the way we think about things affects how we feel emotionally. For example, if you wave to a friend on the opposite side of the street and they don't wave back to you, the way you think about your friend will affect how you feel about the situation. If you think your friend is avoiding you, you might feel sad or angry. If you think your friend is just being absent-minded and didn't notice you, you might think it funny.

Cognitive therapy emphasizes that our feelings are not automatic reactions to events, but are shaped by the ideas we already have. Cognitive therapy involves talking about the connections between how we think, how we feel, and how we behave. It particularly concentrates on unrealistic ideas that might undermine our self-confidence and make us feel depressed or anxious. Examining these connections can help us work out different ways of thinking and behaving that will help us cope better. Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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Toxic shock prevention

What causes toxic shock syndrome?

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Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS)

Toxic Shock Syndrome is a rare but potentially fatal condition caused by a massive staphylococcus or streptococcus infection. Anyone of any age can get TSS; the germs that cause this condition are found everywhere and can contaminate wounds that come into contact with unclean hands or other surfaces. The first diagnosed cases of TSS happened in women using high-absorbency tampons; that particular type of tampon has been taken off the market, but tampons still represent a Toxic Shock Syndrome risk. Women should wash hands thoroughly before handling or inserting tampons; store them in a dry place (not the bathroom); use only clean, tightly packaged tampons (not one that has lost its wrapping in a purse, for example); use the lowest absorbency possible; alternate between internal and external sanitary protection, such as sanitary pads; and change tampons frequently during the menstrual period. Toxic shock symptoms include fever, low blood pressure, a sunburn-like rash, vomiting and diarrhea; anyone with such symptoms should consult a doctor immediately. If the patient is a woman wearing a tampon, diaphragm, or birth control sponge, those items should be removed immediately. Toxic Shock Syndrome can often be treated successfully with antibiotics, but shock can cause permanent organ damage. Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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Depression responds to acupuncture

Study shows it is effective as drugs.

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Acupuncture may fight depression as well as drugs

Acupuncture may be as effective in treating depression as popping a pill, according to new MRI studies.

Antidepressants are among the most prescribed medications in the U.S. to treat mild to moderate depression. But functional MRI tests have revealed that acupuncture is as effective as the most-prescribed anti-depressants at helping the brain release dopamine and serotonin, the chemicals that control happiness, and combat depression.

Acupuncture therapists at the Cleveland Clinic’s Center for Integrative Medicine, who cited the MRI studies, said acupuncture might be an alternative medicine treatment for someone with mild to moderate depression who is pregnant or no longer wants to rely on pharmaceuticals. Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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Iridology: The eyes speak

And they talk about your health.

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Interview with Iridologist

Susan Laing is a Naturopathic Iridologist and is based in Leeds, England UK. She also specializes in Raw Food and runs workshops. Susan is also training to become an Ashtanga Yoga teacher. David Hestrin: What is an iridologist? Susan Laing: In the hands of a really well trained iridologist, we can look at the frontal aspect of the eye, which means it`s the iris we`re looking at and the dynamics of the pupil and also the sclera. And when we look at this part of the eye with a certain amount of magnification (times sixty) on the iriscope, and we`re able to take photographs - hopefully we`re able to tell quite a lot about a person. And when we see quite a lot about a person - we mean that we can tell about the physical aspect of the body and also the emotional and spiritual side of the body, and it`s a lot of clues you can use if you`re hoping to treat somebody with imbalances in the body. So you`re able to choose the right herbs, and we`re able to choose the right nutrition for that person, and we`re able to pick up food intolerances and also vitamins and mineral deficiencies and so on. So it`s also used as a preventative measure. So iridology is really a diagnostic. It really helps to diagnose imbalances in the body. Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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Natural birth control video

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Explains the options.

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Rheumatoid arthritis remedy

Chinese herb offers relief to some.

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Chinese herb may bring rheumatoid arthritis relief

A recent medical study demonstrated that a standardized extract of a plant used in Chinese medicine is substantially better than the medication sulfasalazine for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.

Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that is characterized by chronic inflammation of the joints, often leading to complete joint destruction, pain, swelling, disability and increased mortality. There is no known cure for rheumatoid arthritis but treatment is focused on reducing inflammation.

In traditional medicine, steroids, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories (like ibuprofen) and some chemotherapy medications are the mainstay of therapy. More powerful medications, like sulfasalazine, significantly affect the body's ability to produce inflammation and are increasingly used. Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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Statin dangers

Cholesterol medications linked to many health problems.

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Do statins cause diabetes and heart disease?

I recall reading a scientific paper in the Journal of the American Medical Association  a number of years ago by Dr. David Jenkins from the University of Toronto. He showed that using a combination of soy, fiber, almonds, and plant sterols (cholesterol-lowering fats) could lower cholesterol levels as much as statin medications.(i) Diet can lower cholesterol as much as statins--a surprise to many but common in my practice. Using a comprehensive approach of diet and lifestyle change, I routinely see effects that are more powerful than any medication. That was not why the article struck me. It was a finding buried in the text of the paper. Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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Mushrooms as healers

Maitake mushrooms are rich in nutrients.

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Maitake Mushroom

The maitake mushroom (Grifola frondosa) is indigenous to northeastern Japan and has been prized in traditional Japanese herbology. It is rich in Vitamin C, Vitamin D-2, Vitamin B-2, niacin, magnesium, potassium, calcium, dietary fibers, and amino acids. Maitake mushroom is known as a first-class adaptogen, a substance that boosts optimal functioning of all bodily systems. It has a high content of the polysaccharide compound Beta-glucan, which is known to enhance cellular immune function. Studies indicate that the fruit body of the whole maitake mushroom helps to regulate blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, triglycerides, and body weight. It is also used as an herbal treatment for constipation. Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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Laughter diet

Laughing burns calories, lowers cortisol.

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Laugh your weight off

Laughter experts Dr. Lee S. Berk and Dr. Stanley Tan have discovered that laughing helps maximize many functions of various body systems. Berk and his colleagues were the first to establish that laughter helps optimize the hormones in the endocrine system, including decreasing the levels of cortisol and epinephrine, which lead to stress reduction. They have also shown that laughter has a positive effect on modulating components of the immune system.

Their studies have shown that repetitious “mirthful laughter,” causes the body to respond in a way similar to moderate physical exercise. Mirthful laughter enhances your mood, decreases stress hormones, enhances immune activity, lowers bad cholesterol and systolic blood pressure, and raises good cholesterol (HDL). Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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Who needs hand therapy?

Patients with certain ailments might benefit.

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Hand Therapy

Hand therapy treats patients with various hand and upper extremity injuries, including carpal tunnel syndrome, brachial plexus injuries, and tendon repairs. A hand therapist provides assessment and treatment of individuals of all ages with diagnoses related to the hand, wrist, elbow, shoulder, or multiple joints in the upper quarter of the body. Hand therapy helps a patient regain maximum use of his or her hand after injury, surgery, or the onset of disease. A hand therapist is first trained as an occupational or physical therapist, and then receives additional training in ways to teach exercises, apply modalities, and create custom splints to help the hand heal and protect it from additional injury. Hand therapy may be useful for: Fractures / dislocations Flexor / extensor tendon injuries Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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Carpal tunnel exercises

Stretches may help remedy this problem.

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Prevent carpal tunnel this way

At the workplace, workers can do on-the-job conditioning, perform stretching exercises, take frequent rest breaks, wear splints to keep wrists straight, and use correct posture and wrist position. Wearing fingerless gloves can help keep hands warm and flexible. Workstations, tools and tool handles, and tasks can be redesigned to enable the worker's wrist to maintain a natural position during work. Jobs can be rotated among workers. Employers can develop programs in ergonomics, the process of adapting workplace conditions and job demands to the capabilities of workers. However, research has not conclusively shown that these workplace changes prevent the occurrence of carpal tunnel syndrome. Source: National Institutes of Health Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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Video: Balding haircuts

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How to make the most of what you have left.

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Sciatica : Stretching to relieve sciatica

Sciatica : Stretching to relieve sciatica

Cystitis : Home Remedies for Cystitis and Bladder Infections

Cystitis : Home Remedies for Cystitis and Bladder Infections

Cucumber : Cucumbers: Cooler than you thought!

Cucumber : Cucumbers: Cooler than you thought!

Colitis : Tips for coping with Crohns and colitis

Colitis : Tips for coping with Crohns and colitis

Fungal infection remedies

Natural treatments for fungal skin infections

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Fungal Skin Infections

Fungi are prevalent in our environment, and fungal skin infections can occur as a result of being exposed to fungi. Certain types of fungi can infect the topmost layer of skin causing it to become red and creating mild scaling and even itching. If the skin becomes extremely irritated, it can become blistered as well. Prescription or over-the-counter antifungal medications may help, and nutritional support is important in healing fungal skin infections. Recommended vitamins: Vitamin B Complex: 25 to 50 mg daily Vitamin C: 500 to 1,000 mg daily Vitamin E: 400 to 500 IU daily Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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What are thiols?

And why do you need them?

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Thiols

Thiols are organic, sulfur-containing compounds that are considered phytonutrients. They are found in garlic and cruciferous vegetables such cabbage, turnips, and members of the mustard family. Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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Sulfur in the body

Why we need this mineral.

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Sulfur

Sulfur is a macromineral naturally occurring in all human cells and body tissues, especially those high in protein content. The best food sources for sulfur are foods high in protein, such as eggs, fish, legumes, meat, milk, and poultry. Plant food sources include Brussels sprouts, cabbage, garlic, onions, and turnips. Sulfur is a necessary nutrient for collagen formation and is involved in the synthesis of protein. In addition, sulfur helps maintain the health of hair, skin, and nails. It also plays a role in a number of enzymatic reactions and contributes to the process of cellular respiration. Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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Radiation poisoning prevention

What to do if your area becomes radioactive.

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Radiation Poisoning

The nuclear reactor crisis in Japan was a red flag for many Americans who worry that a similar radiation catastrophe could happen in the U.S.

What can you do to help protect yourself and your family against radiation poisoning, if it ever comes to that?

IODINE: iodine tablets are important in cases of radiation poisoning because radioactive ions will bind to any iodine receptor sites that are vacant, and many people in the US are iodine deficient. iodine is particularly protective of the thyroid gland. You can paint liquid iodine on your skin, and it will be absorbed into your body. Some experts suggest painting it directly over the thyroid gland.

ANTIOXIDANT VITAMINS: radiation poisoning causes a cascade of free radicals in the body, which can wreak havoc with every organ. The most protective antioxidants are Vitamin C and Vitamin E.

ANTIOXIDENT NUTRIENTS: ALA (alpha lipoleic acid), selenium, and Co-enzyme Q10 are antioxidant substances that can help clean heavy metals from the body. ALA is especially beneficial in protecting the brain, liver, kidneys, spleen, and reproductive organs. Q10 is especially protective of the heart Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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Can tulsi tea help you?

Tulsi as a supplement has medicinal qualities

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Discussion

effect of tulsi in reducing blood sugar level

tulsi is highly useful in reducing blood sugar level and also in meanwhile it also reduces blood cholestroel level also. the cox2 inhibitor and antioxidants present init reduces the blood sugar level.taking merely 1 gram per day in the morning or after meals is enough . apart from this it also clears common cold and fever .

12/12/10 Posted by aravind

RE: effect of tulsi in reducing blood sugar level

This is interesting. I wonder how much of the active ingredient we get in our Tulsi tea? I'm becoming a big fan of India Organic Tulsi Tea, which also has ginger in it. Spicy and warming! Thank you for your post. Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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Sea Salt's Many Uses

Wash your house and body with it, ease aches, more.

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Sea Salt

Move Over, Sugar. A Spoonful of Salt May Help More

If you think sea salt is best on French fries, you may be missing out on the many other uses for one of the most versatile substances around.

Some experts estimate that there are more than 14,000 uses for sea salt. It’s gritty property can be used to help clean, and taking it internally may better your health. Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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IV vitamin therapy as cancer treatment

Why some say this works.

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Re-assessment urged for IV Vitamin C and cancer

BETHESDA, Md., March 27 - Three case reports of benefit from intravenous use of high-dose vitamin C for cancer are being promoted here as a sign that perhaps a reassessment of the long-discredited approach is in order.

For years high-dose vitamin C as a treatment for cancer was banished to the category of alternative therapy, after clinical trials of oral vitamin C showed no benefit. Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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Acidophillus to digest

The best probiotic for certain nutrients.

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Acidophilus

Acidophilus is a source of friendly bacteria known as probiotics, which encourage a healthy balance in your digestive system, boost immunity and increase resistance to infections. Beneficial bacteria in the gut produce Vitamin K, which is then absorbed into the bloodstream. Many health care professionals recommend taking acidophilus alongside oral antibiotics, because antibiotics can destroy healthy bacteria and lead to fungal infections such as thrush. Conditions that can be helped by acidophilus supplements include diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome, and gastroenteritis. The best source is live "bio" yogurt, but acidophilus is also available in liquid and capsule form (which should be kept refrigerated). Acidophilus is harmless and can be taken daily with food in unlimited amounts. Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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Fatigue and pilots

Are they too tired to fly?

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Fatigue in airline pilots sparks new rules

Pilot fatigue has been on the National Transportation Safety Board's list of "most wanted safety fixes" since 1990. This year, something might finally be done to address it.

The administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration, Randolph Babbitt, himself a retired pilot, this week said he would expedite the establishment of new rules to guide how many hours pilots can fly each day and each month. Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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Hair analysis and toxicity

Poisons from cosmetics may be stored in your hair.

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Hair analysis can reveal effects of cosmetics

Using natural skin care products is the easiest way to avoid polluting your own body, according to one celebrity makeup artist. Rose-Marie Swift told Examiner.com about her bad experiences of using unnatural products which she said contributed to her health deteriorating and panic attacks. The website stated: "Taking control of her deteriorating health, she took a series of blood tests and hair analysis revealing abnormally high levels of metal contents many of which came from unhealthy foods and her overexposure to cosmetics." It added that Swift is known as an artist who can make the most of her clients' natural beauty and for her commitment to organic skin care products. Orlando Bloom is a big fan of the makeup artists work, according to the website, which said he has commented on how she makes his supermodel girlfriend Miranda Kerr look "beautiful and glowing" after treatment. Another celebrity makeup artist Lina Hanson told TreeHugger.com how using natural skin care products can be hugely beneficial to people's complexion. Source: mypure.co.uk Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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Cosmetic Vitamin E?

Readers say they use it for hands, bath.

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Vitamin E Oil for Skin

I use Vitamin E oil as a massage oil and instead of hand lotion after a bath. I like that it doesn't have a lot of chemicals in it like regular hand lotion does.

RE: Vitamin E Oil for Skin

I do this too, and it's even good for your hair although you have to wash it out well after conditioning. The Vitamin E oil I get is mostly soybean oil with some Vitamin E in it. I add a few drops of Lavender essential oil and it smells great!

RE: Vitamin E Oil for Skin

I have been using olive oil as a bath oil, but maybe I'll try Vitamin E. I don't like anything with chemicals in it. Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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Selenium as medicine

Important mineral for your health.

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Selenium

Selenium, one of the macrominerals, is found in bran, broccoli, onions, tomatoes, tuna, and wheat germ. It is most effective when taken with Vitamin E. Selenium is an essential component of a key antioxidant enzyme that protects the body by helping to prevent the formation of free radicals. Along with Vitamin E, it assists with metabolic processes and aids in normal growth as well as fertility. Some selenium compounds are antifungal and are used in dandruff shampoos. Diseases prevented or improved by the therapeutic benefits of adequate amounts of dietary selenium include acne, atherosclerosis (preventive), cancer, cardiovascular disease, cervical diseases, herpes simplex, high cholesterol, impaired immune function, infertility, lupus, macular degeneration, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, recurrent infections, and shingles. (Information from the Herbal Information Center & Vitamin Directory). Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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Fertility nutrients

Best supplements, foods to help you conceive.

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Fertility

As many as one in six couples has trouble conceiving a child. There are many possible causes, from hormone imbalance to stress. Good nutrition for both partners is thought to increase the chances of conception and will help ensure healthy sperm and eggs. Stress can play a major part in fertility problems; it is important that both partners find time to relax and unwind. Nutritional support may help with both stress and hormone balance. Recommended vitamins: Vitamin A -- essential for a healthy reproductive system Vitamin B-6 -- increases progesterone production Folic acid -- deficiency is associated with infertility Vitamin C -- crucial for healthy sperm Vitamin E -- regulates production of cervical mucous in women and increase the amount of sperm produced in men Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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Red clover as tonic

Little flowers contain many nutrients.

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Red Clover

Red clover, a flowering plant that grows in Europe and North America, has a rich history as a cleansing herbal tonic. It contains phenolic glycosides (salicylic acid), essential oil (methyl salicylate), sitosterol, genistiene, flavonoids, salicylates, coumarins, cyanogenic glycosides, silica, choline, and lecithin. Red clover also contains Vitamin A, Vitamin C, B-complex, calcium, chromium, iron, and magnesium. The plant grows best where soils are rich in calcium, phosphorus, and potassium. Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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Irritable Bowel Syndrome : Idol contestant speaks out for IBD

Irritable Bowel Syndrome : Idol contestant speaks out for IBD

Chromium energizes

Mineral helps your body metabolize energy.

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Chromium

Chromium is a macromineral that helps in carbohydrate utilization and is involved in metabolism of glucose for energy, as well as the synthesis of fatty acids and cholesterol. It helps bring protein to where it is needed. Chromium is found in unsaturated fats such as corn oil, and in meats, clams, Brewer's Yeast, liver, whole grain, cereal, chicken, and shellfish. It is essential for developing and maintaining healthy bones and teeth and it assists in blood clotting, muscle contraction, and nerve transmission. Chromium may help reduce the risk of osteoporosis and is important in preventing cardiovascular disease, diabetes, high cholesterol, and obesity. (Information from the Herbal Information Center & Vitamin Directory). Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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Blood sugar and coffee

Why drinking coffee after dinner might be bad for you.

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After-dinner java a bad idea

Enjoying dessert after a large meal is obviously bad for your blood sugar—but recent research shows that drinking  a cup of after-dinner coffee may be just as bad.

Researchers at the University of Guelph found that people who ate a high-fat dinner and then drank a cup of caffeinated coffee had 33 percent higher blood sugar levels than those who ate the same meal but skipped the coffee.

The report, which was published in the Journal of Nutrition, attributed the blood glucose spike to an interaction between the coffee, the fat, and the hormones that control blood sugar. Fat combined with caffeine appears to interrupt the communication between the intestines and the pancreas, according to researchers. Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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Baldness : Haircut Tip for Balding Men

Baldness : Haircut Tip for Balding Men

Radiation Poisoning : Description

Radiation Poisoning Treatments

Tulsi : effect of tulsi in reducing blood sugar level

Tulsi : effect of tulsi in reducing blood sugar level

Fenugreek for weight loss

Can this herb cure appetite?

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Fenugreek fiber may curb appetite

An extract from the herb fenugreek may make people feel full, which can help reduce the amount of food consumed and help with weight loss. The results of this recent study are reported in the journal Phytotherapy Research.

Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) has been used historically to treat digestive disorders and menopausal symptoms, but in recent years it has been gaining popularity to reduce appetite and thus assist with weight loss. It is also used to treat diabetes, induce breast milk flow, and is applied topically as a treatment for inflammation. Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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Fumitory folklore

Legendary herb dates back centuries.

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Fumitory folklore

The name "fumitory" is said to be derived either from the fact that its whitish, blue-green colour gives it the appearance of smoke rising from the ground, or, according to Pliny, because the juice of the plant brings on such a flow of tears that the sight becomes dim as with smoke, and hence its reputed use in affections of the eye. According to the ancient exorcists, when the plant is burned, its smoke has the power of expelling evil spirits, it having been used for this purpose in the famous geometrical gardens of St. Gall. There is a legend that the plant was produced, not from seed, but from vapours arising out of the earth. Source: anniesremedy.com Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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Jaundice causes

Why do some babies seem yellow?

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Jaundice

Jaundice is a symptom in which the skin and whites of the eyes take on a yellow coloration and the urine appears darker than normal. Jaundice usually indicates a problem with the liver or digestive organs, although it can appear in newborn babies as a result of their adjusting blood supply or incompatibility with the mother's blood type. Jaundice with nausea, vomiting and discomfort under the right ribcage suggest a problem involving the liver, including cirrhosis or hepatitis. Jaundice accompanied by pale-colored stools and itchy skin indicate a blockage in the bile duct caused by a tumor, parasites, gallstones, or other causes. Read more at www.altmeds.com

 

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