Video explanation of how to take SAMe for health benefits
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Natural Hormone Replacement, Female Viagra
Women wonder where to find the female equivalent to Viagra
Women: Where is our Viagra?
Men these days have little reason to let ED ruin a romp in the bedroom. Women, on the other hand, might not be as eager to celebrate.Read more at www.altmeds.com
Willow good for Acne
Salicylic Acid found in Willow tree bark may be good for skin ailments, but is not to be used by pregnant women
Wound Healing with Silver
How this metal can help kill bacteria and aid in wound healing
Nanoparticles of silver kill bacteria, spare tissue
FRIDAY, Aug. 21 (HealthDay News) -- A new approach to wound healing -- nanoscopically-thin polymer films with silver nanoparticles -- may deliver the precise amount of silver needed to kill bacteria while avoiding the tissue damage associated with conventional silver-delivery systems, according to research presented this week at the American Chemical Society's National Meeting and Exposition, held from Aug. 16 to 20 in Washington, D.C.Read more at www.altmeds.com
Belladonna in Homeopathic Medicine
Belladonna is a highly poisonous plant, but works to help treat different symptoms in homeopathic medicine
Depression Treated Naturally
A quick overview of 4 treatments for depression that might help you
Four natural remedies for depression
Read more at www.altmeds.comOne in three depressed adults finds it impossible to adequately improve their mood, despite trying multiple pharmaceutical antidepressants.
Aloe Vera for Acne
Video explanation of how to use Aloe Vera as a healing ointment for Acne
Insomnia Treated with Acupuncture
Needles may help you balance your internal clock
Acupuncture helps insomniacs fall asleep
Kim Nuyen is a nurse from Vicksburg who for 11 years has had trouble falling asleep.
Read more at www.altmeds.comFor the past eight of those years, she’s taken prescription sleep medications, but now she’s trying a different approach — acupuncture — and she’s happy with the results thus far.
Chasteberry History and Health Benefits
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Flavonoids May Fight Cancer
Flavonoids are found in berries, like blue berries, and may be nature's answer to cancerous cells
Angina Explained
Angina is chest pain that might be a troubling sign about your health
What is Angina?
Read more at www.altmeds.comAngina (an-JI-nuh or AN-juh-nuh) is chest pain or discomfort that occurs when an area of your heart muscle doesn't get enough oxygen-rich blood. Angina may feel like pressure or squeezing in your chest. The pain also may occur in your shoulders, arms, neck, jaw, or back. It can feel like indigestion.
Olive Oil Remedies
Olive oil is great for you recipes and even better for your health
Black Walnut Insecticide
How to use black walnut to naturally discourage pests from your home or car
Sound Therapy Treatments
Singing bowls may make you happy and healthy
Sound therapy with singing bowls
Read more at www.altmeds.comCan singing bowls make you happy? Can they help you heal faster? Those who have used the bowls believe they can.
Iron in Cereal, the Shocking Truth
Disturbing video about the quality of dietary "iron" found in commercial cereals
Infection Debate
Are children taking antibiotics too often for ear infections?
The debate about ear infections and antibiotics
We parents are doing a better job of not demanding antibiotics for every childhood illness, according to a study in this week’s Journal of the American Medical Association, which found that antibiotic prescriptions for upper respiratory infections (including ear infections) dropped 36 percent from 1995 to 2006 in children under age 5.Read more at www.altmeds.com
DHEA Side Effects
Video explanation of some of the precautions of taking DHEA, or Dehydroepiandrosterone, as a hormone supplement
Chronic Fatigue, a personal account
Tips from someone who made it through CFS
10 Ways Alternative Medicine Helped Me Fight CFS
by Jody Smith
Read more at www.altmeds.comI'm recovering from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, and for me it's been a naturopathic process all the way. Treatment for the last three and a half years with Dr. Kelly Upcott, ND has been slowly bringing me home.
Monday, November 28, 2011
Zone Therapy, useful for almost everything
See what your toes and fingers could do for your overall health!
The experience of Zone Therapy
Read more at www.altmeds.comZone Therapy is a form of healing following the belief that there are 10 zones in the body that can be relaxed, energized, or treated through the 10 fingers and 10 toes.
Caraway for Aroma Therapy
Caraway in aromatherapy can be used for several things, including sleepiness and allergies
Using caraway in aromatherapy
Botanical Name: Carum carviRead more at www.altmeds.com
Plant Part: Seeds
Extraction Method: Steam Distillation
Hepatitis Hope in Blueberry Leaves
Leaves from a blueberry plant may hold treatment options for those suffering from hepatitis
Blueberry leaves new hope for hepatitis patients
Hepatitis C is a contagious liver disease resulting from infection with the hepatitis C virus (HCV).Read more at www.altmeds.com
Cardiovascular Disease and Cholesterol
Carotenoids vs. Cancer
Carentenoids may help fight brain and liver cancer!
Alpha carotene guards against two deadly cancers
Alpha carotene, a plant pigment related to beta carotene, can boost your resistance to two of the deadliest cancers – brain and liver cancer—by destroying those cell-destroying time bombs known as free radicals.Read more at www.altmeds.com
Bowen Technique Session
Take a peak at the Bowen Technique, used as a form of healing
Meditation Affecting the Brain
Neuroscientists want to know if meditation leaves an impression on the brain. Research says it does.
Can meditation change your brain? Neuroscientists want to know
Can people strengthen the brain circuits associated with happiness and positive behavior, just as we’re able to strengthen muscles with exercise?Read more at www.altmeds.com
Cholesterol medication a farce?
Smoking Cessation, not from E-cig
One woman's experience with an electronic cigarette
Negative reactions mystify electronic cigarette owners
Read more at www.altmeds.comThe booth at the Wisconsin State Fair Expo was black with big, gold lettering exclaiming, “Electronic Cigarettes – The Smoking Alternative!” Initially, I found the concept of electronic smoking laughable, as would most tobacco users. However, after dragging my husband over to the booth for a look, it only took us a moment to realize that this was a truly revolutionary invention. Surprisingly, the price was reasonable, too!
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Allylic Sulfides in Onions
Even though Allylic Sulfides may make your eyes tear, they are very good for your body
Wheat Discussed
Join this discussion about which is better for you: whole grain or whole wheat
Whole Grain vs Whole Wheat
I've heard that whole grain bread is the best for you because it is made with whole grains and that whole wheat just means that it is all wheat flower, but it could still be highly processed and the good part of wheat could be missing from it. So what's the deal with bread then? Am I buying the wrong kind?
Read more at www.altmeds.comI always buy whole grain bread because it contains the whole grain, which gives you fiber and may consist of multiple kinds of grains, so you're getting a nice nutrient balance, as well. Multigrain is one of the words you can watch out for, because a product can have multiple parts of different grains and call it Multigrain without having any whole grain in the mix.
Gout Natural Remedies
A handful of remedies for gout that are non-invasive and without medications
Natural remedies for gout
In a Chinese study in 2009, 93 percent of patients treated with acupuncture found relief from their gout
Stay well-hydrated
This folk remedy for gout has a basis in scienceRead more at www.altmeds.com
Black Cohosh, powerful and potent
Black Cohosh is sometimes used to alleviate symptoms of menopause, but may have some very serious side effects
Black cohosh a popular, potent herb
Read more at www.altmeds.comBlack Cohosh has been used for centuries as a healing supplement. Native Americans used Black Cohosh to treat many different ailments. It also has been used as a folk medicine for arthritis, gynecological problems, and even snakebites.
Rapid Eye Technology for soldiers
Returning veterans suffering from post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may benefit from Rapid Eye Technology
Acne and Chinese Medicine
What does ancient, Eastern medicine say to do about blemishes?
Chinese medicine tackles acne
Traditional Chinese medicine has been around for thousands of years, and it’s no surprise individuals are starting to embrace its healing properties as an acne alternative medicine.Read more at www.altmeds.com
Goldenseal for cold symptoms
Video about using this North American herb to treat the common cold
Mangosteen, a royal fruit
Mangosteen is not related to the mango, but is a very healthy fruit
The Queen of Fruits
Many tropical plants have interesting biological activities with potential therapeutic applications. Garcinia mangostana Linn. (GML) belongs to the family of Guttiferae and is named “the queen of fruits”.Read more at www.altmeds.com
Morgellon's, living with the disease
Morgellon's disease is controversial and is either thought to be a fungal infection, a psychological disorder, or an alien disease
Laying on of Hands for Healing
What the Bible says about healing people with your own spiritual power
What does the Bible say about the laying on of hands?
"Laying on of hands" is a Biblical action; however, there is no biblical mandate requiring the physical laying on of hands for a particular spiritual ministryRead more at www.altmeds.com
Saturday, November 26, 2011
Water with a Lemon, Please
Healthier beverage choices are becoming more popular!
Marketing pros say people want healthy beverages
According to the “Beverage Trends: Culinary Trend Mapping Report” from the San Francisco-based Center for Culinary Development and Rockville, Md.-based Packaged Facts, the sweet spot in the U.S. beverage market, long dominated by a handful of major brand lines, is shifting to niche products that target a diverse set of consumer needs driven by healthy attributes.Read more at www.altmeds.com
Honey Face Mask
Want to do a face mask for your skin but don't want the harsh, drying kind? Honey, this is the right face mask for you!
Calendula Ointment Great for First Aid Kit
Calendula Ointment is great for cuts, scrapes, and burns, in humans and in pets!
Herbal First Aid Kit Necessity-- Calendula Ointment
Read more at www.altmeds.comcalendula, which is sometimes called marigold, has several healing properties that make it a useful contestant for your herbal first aid kit.
Fertility Problems treated naturally
Before you try invasive procedures, perhaps nature holds the key to your fertility
Treating Infertility Naturally
You’ve been trying for months, and still there’s no baby on the way. You’re beginning to wonder if you and your partner are infertile.Read more at www.altmeds.comMost doctors won’t even diagnose infertility until after a couple has tried to conceive for a year.
Obesity and ADHD, is there a connection?
Researchers say there is a connection between childhood ADHD and adult obesity
ADHD in childhood linked to adult obesity
Read more at www.altmeds.comU.S. researchers have linked childhood attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder symptoms to adult obesity.
Juice Therapy and Protein Shakes
How to get the nutrition you need, on the go, and lose weight!
Protein shake basics for your diet plan
Read more at www.juicetherapyforhealing.comjuice therapy can give you the energy to lose weight, but fresh, raw fruit juice is very high in carbohydrates – which might be important to you if you are trying to control your blood sugar or have been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes.
Juice Therapy and Protein Drinks
How to get the nutrition you need, on the go, and lose weight!
Protein shake basics for your diet plan
Read more at www.juicetherapyforhealing.comjuice therapy can give you the energy to lose weight, but fresh, raw fruit juice is very high in carbohydrates – which might be important to you if you are trying to control your blood sugar or have been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes.
Digestive Disorders, What is Healthy Digestion?
Animation shows the digestive process, from food entering your mouth to elimination later
NAET treatment for Autism
One case study involving a 5 year old boy concludes the effectiveness of NAET, or Nambudripad’s Allergy Elimination Techniques, with Autism
NAET and a 5-year-old boy with autism
Read more at www.altmeds.comNambudripad’s Allergy Elimination Techniques, also known as NAET, has produced some amazing responses when used to treat children with Autism spectrum disorders.
Friday, November 25, 2011
Emotional Balance with Zen Meditation
How to regain your emotional balance after something has upset you
Needle Acupuncture for Marines
This ancient Chinese medicine has been helpful for the armed forces
Acupuncturist helps wounded Marines
Karen Vaughn had done her work. Four Marines sat around a table in the barracks for the Wounded Warrior Battalion – East with needles sticking out of their ears. A fifth one browsed through Facebook at a computer workstation.Read more at www.altmeds.com
Osteoarthritis and a Good Soak
European Aspen for Pain
Could natural herbs be effective enough to treat serious pain?
Herbal pain relievers
We’re hearing more about commercial herbal mixtures for pain relief. Two apparently promising ones are avocado/soybean unsaponifiables and Phytodolor, both from Europe.Read more at www.altmeds.com
Lachesis Mutus Venom
This video shows the extraction of venom from the Lachesis Mutus, which does not harm the snake. The venom is used for many homeopathic remedies, including treating problems involving blood, depression, and even hemorrhoids.
Grief Overview
This article has signs of grief, stages of grief, and what to do if you or someone you love is experiencing grief.
Grief Stages, Symptoms, and Tips
Read more at www.altmeds.comIn 1969, psychiatrist Elisabeth Kübler-Ross introduced what became known as the “five stages of grief.” These stages of grief were based on her studies of the feelings of patients facing terminal illness, but many people have generalized them to other types of negative life changes and losses, such as the death of a loved one or a break-up.
Cough Treated Naturally
Circulation Poor? Get that blood moving!
tips and tricks to increase circulation, improve memory, and even reduce pain, all naturally!
Wake up sleeping legs, and more tricks
If you wake up and your arm has fallen asleep, gently rock your head from side to side. The improved blood flow in your neck will revitalize your arms.Read more at www.altmeds.com
Chickweed's Many Benefits
This video explains how Chickweed can be used to treat diaper rash and other uses
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Relaxation Techniques for Stress
Try some of these relaxation techniques to rid yourself of stress after a long holiday
Indigestion Treated Naturally
Natural remedies for indigestion
Home Medicine Chest for Indigestion
Having some safe and natural at home remedies at your disposal can be invaluable. Here are some tips for what to keep around when health issues arise:Read more at www.altmeds.com
Digestive Enzymes for Stomach Woes
If you feel like food you ate hours ago hasn't moved from your stomach, it might be time for some digestive enzymes
Sweet Potatoes, Many Health Benefits
Find out why another helping of sweet potatoes may be just what you need
Sweet Potato Health Benefits
Read more at www.altmeds.comWhat’s the most healthy holiday side dish—savory stuffing? No, stuffing’s very high in carbs and fat. That green beans and mushroom soup casserole? Nah, that’s WAY too high in sodium.
Tryptophan in Turkey
L-Tryptophan could be making you sleepy after a big Thanksgiving meal
Is there something in turkey that makes you sleepy?
Turkey does have the makings of a natural sedative in it, an amino acid called tryptophan. Tryptophan is an essential amino acid, meaning that the body can't manufacture it.Read more at www.altmeds.com