The Arthritis Problem Most of us are closely acquainted with someone who suffers from arthritis. More than 46 million adults in America suffer from arthritis. Children are also affected, with 300,000 children in America having an arthritic condition. S…
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Herbal and Dietary Remedies for Arthritis
May 23rd, 2013 
Lauren Hill 
Posted in alternative healthcare, Alternative Medicine, Arthritis, boswellia, capsaicin, Capsicum, cayenne, chondroitin sulfate, DHA, EPA, Glucosamine, Guest Posts, Home Remedies, noni, omega-3 fatty acids, willow bark 
Comments OffGinseng : Traditional Medicine Under Modern Scrutiny
May 22nd, 2013 Lauren Hill For over five thousand years Ginseng has been used extensively by oriental cultures. People have been extolling its benefits to the point that this perennial plant has attained an almost mythical status. But really, how many of these claims are credibl…
Posted in alternative healthcare, Alternative Medicine, Chinese medicine, Ginseng, Guest Posts, Health, healthcare, natural healing, Wellness Comments OffChiropractic For Low Back Pain
May 18th, 2013 Health Blog What is chiropractic? According to WHO (World Health Organization) chiropractic system “emphasizes the conservative management of the neuro-musculoskeletal system, without the use of medicines and surgery” Chiropractic is a complementary and alternative medicine (commonly known as alternative medicine) system, which involve diagnosis, treatment as well as prevention of neuro-musculoskeletal disorders, such as low back pain. [...]
Alternatives for Chronic Pain and Overall Health
February 20th, 2013 Lauren Hill I have the unfortunate honor of being the klutz of the family, which has resulted in some long-term pain (and amusement by my kids at my expense). In years past, I could bounce back from my latest broken toe or sprained ankle – but now that I’m reaching middle age and my body is starting [...]
Posted in Alternative Medicine, chronic pain, Guest Posts, Home Remedies, immune system, joint pain, Nutrition Comments OffHealthy Weight Loss Using Chiropractic
November 27th, 2012 Dr James Maggio As obesity becomes increasingly a big issue that strikes not only adult but also children, weight loss tips here and there began to emerge like mushrooms. Only a few are effective, coupled with discipline and safety measures. While some follow the nat…
4 Commonly Used Healing Herbs
July 11th, 2012 angela Herbs have been part of every culture and medical tradition since the earliest humans walked the earth for treatment of everything from colds to digestive issues to depression. You may be surprised to learn that the herbs you have been regularly using …
Why Your Doctor Eats Chocolate
July 5th, 2012 angela There’s an old standard for judging what doctors really think: What do they do themselves? Many doctors will apply something to their own health long before they’d recommend it to patients. This makes good sense: Your doctor wants to err on the sid…
3 Pressure Points to Heal Yourself
July 4th, 2012 angela The next time you have a headache, a stuffy nose, or insomnia, don’t fret! Try using your own hands to heal yourself with acupressure.
What is acupressure? Let’s start with an explanation of acupuncture, the 5000-year-old Chinese medical sys…
Ayurveda for Fabulous Skin After 50
June 18th, 2012 angela Who doesn’t want to look young and vibrant? The earliest signs of aging are typically in your skin. One of the easiest ways to shed 10 years from your appearance is by improving the quality of your skin. Ayurveda offers some of the most powerful tool…
Posted in Alternative Health, Alternative Medicine, Anti-Aging, ayurveda, Beauty, over50 Comments OffAcupuncture: Magic Bullet for Weight Loss?
May 28th, 2012 angela Approximately 42% of Americans will be considered obese by 2030. This is a staggering prediction! It seems that we are on a never-ending quest for that magic bullet. But is there really a magic fix for obesity? I fear not, as obesity is a complex issue…