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What is herbal therapy? There are hundreds of types of natural herbs used for health and therapeutic intentions. Herbal therapy composed by Chinese expert herbalist consists of ten types of herbs used in suitable proportions for each health condition. The exact formula and dosage of herbs as well as the duration of the treatment may vary according to the condition of the patient. Ancient Chinese medicine believes that prevention is better than cure. Chinese tonic elixir can improved the body’s...
What is energy healing? How does it work? What can it do for you? Energy healing depicts itself in the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual change in the person. These changes can be profound and detectable to everybody or they can be so subtle and only experienced by the individual making the changes. Departing from physical sickness to a state of recovery is a part of spiritual awakening. Seeking peace in emotional calmness is another aspect of change seen as an individual under goes thr...
The guyabano tree and its fruit is no ordinary fruit as it contains high amount of antioxidant that helps in preventing cancer and other components that in initial research studies suggest can kill cancer cells but will leave the normal cells of the body unaffected. This fruit therefore become a part of our diet so we could rest assured that those cancer cells stay away our body and our life.
The scientific name of Gotu kola is Centella asiatica and it belongs to the parsley family. It is also commonly known as Pennywort, Indian Pennywort, Indian Ginseng, Horse-hoof Grass, Gotu Cola and Gota Kola. The plant has many "lookalikes" thus it is important to have the plant which you may think as gotu kola checked by herbalists first before taking it.
What is binge eating? How can one prevent binge eating disorder? What are alternative ways to stop binge eating? Binge eating is an eating disorder where a person is obliged or purposely overeats on a regular basis that usually takes place in private. Binge eaters usually consume large quantities of food over a short period of time even if they are not hungry. A feeling of guilt or dislike is usually felt after binge eating.
Here are some alternative ways to stop binge eating.
Recently, news about the South Korean customs officials capturing thousands of packets containing powdered human flesh has been a great shock to the conscious world. They discovered that powdered fetus was stuffed in medical capsules and sold as energy-boosting medicines. they label the medicines as alternative therapy capsules. Where will this trade end?
What is Ayurveda? Ayurveda is an ancient system of natural and medical healing from India. It comes from the combination of two words, ayur means “life” and veda means “science.” Ayurveda – the science of life is a holistic approach to health, healing and long-life. Ayurvedic system includes a wide range of modalities such as healthy diets, herbs, massage, exercises and yoga asanas, music therapy and aromatherapy, color therapy and meditation, astrology and among others.
What is aromatherapy? Aromatherapy is an ancient practice of using natural oils extracted from flowers, bark, stems, leaves, roots or other parts of a plant to enhance psychological and physical well-being. Like for example jasmine; jasmine has a strong but sweet, pleasing and romantic fragrance, which is very common in those flowers which are night bloomers. The aroma of jasmine oil has a delighting, uplifting effect on the mind that fights depression and very good anti-septic and disinfectant....
Cedarwood essential oil is extracted from Juniperus virginiana that belongs to the Cupressaceae family. This essential oil helps balance the vital energy of the body, and also encourages spirituality. Physically, it helps clear the respiratory tract of excess mucus, treats urinary tract infections, and improves the texture of your skin appreciably.
What is alternative cure? It is a holistic approach to promote well-being and wellness. A study showed in 1993 that 34 percent of Americans had used an alternative therapy like intake of vitamins, herbs, healing foods, learning and applying relaxation techniques, homeopathy and other natural treatments.
In 997, researchers conducted the same study and found that 42 percent of those surveyed had used alternative cures during the proceeding years. Now I present to you one alternative cure of thi...
Yerba Buena is a common plant creeping along coastal hills of northwestern United States. Used for centuries by Native Americans, the minty herb defined as “good herb” in English. The herb has potent medicinal benefits for many ailments such as toothache, chronic pain and stomach woes. It is the perfect addition with its strong minty aroma for the herb garden.
Graviola tea is very helpful to people who are battling lung cancer or other forms of cancer. It is preferred in many cases because it is more effective than drugs that are traditionally used for chemotherapy. It also allows cancer patients to avoid the side effects that are associated with using these drugs for treatment.
The soursop tree is grown in some Caribbean countries, including Dominica and Jamaica. It is also found deep in the Amazon rainforest. It has a number of health benefits and is very effective in helping to fight cancer. While soursop is mostly used for cancer treatment, it also helps people who have a weakened immune system.
Interacting and dealing with other people is part of everyday's life and routine especially if you are working. Stress is inevitable due to so many factors. Naturally, when you are stressful you want to seek relaxation and calmness. Instead of taking medications, massage is a good therapy that can relax both your mind and muscles and can ease your depression and anxiety at the same time.
Natural remedies for insect bites help to ease the irritation that people experience when they have an encounter of this nature. These remedies work in different ways. Some relieve irritation and redness. Others reduce swelling and calm the nerves, allowing users to relax and get back to whatever they were doing before they got bitten.
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