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Homeopathy At Risk Of Being Lost In Translation
Homeopathy risks being subsumed by modern medicine, argues a historian of science. Not only does this means that homeopathy's heroes have become mere footnotes in history, but it could limit homeopathy's potential to contribute to the treatment of today's pressing medical problems, she says.
More Women Seek Nonprescription Remedies For Menopause Symptoms
Over-the-counter remedies for menopause symptoms are growing in popularity among some women who fear potential risks from prescription hormone replacement therapy, the New York Times reports.
New Nutritional Supplement BioShield-Radiation(R) First To Offer Radiation Protection In Pill Form
After a series of comprehensive research studies and a governmental research initiative, a respected team of radiation biologists and antioxidant scientists at Premier Micronutrient Corporation has developed BioShield-Radiation® - a patented micronutrient formulation specifically designed to address oxidative stress produced by ionizing radiation. Now offered for the first time direct to the public via the new
For Women With PCOS, Acupuncture And Exercise May Bring Relief, Reduce Risks
Exercise and electro-acupuncture treatments can reduce sympathetic nerve activity in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), according to a new study.
Imaging The Hypnotized Brain: Neural Mechanisms Of Suggested Paralysis
Although there is no doubt that hypnosis can impact the mind and behavior, the underlying brain mechanisms are not well understood. Now, new research provides fascinating insight into the specific neural effect of the power of suggestion. The study, published by Cell Press in the June 25 issue of the journal Neuron, uncovers the influence of hypnotic paralysis on brain networks involved in internal representations and self imagery.
Shire Launches New UK Adherence Programme Aimed At Patients Taking Daily Calcium And Vitamin D3 Supplementation
Shire plc has launched a new UK adherence programme, called 'Be Active', to support patients who have been prescribed Calcichew D3 Forte (1250mg calcium carbonate and 400IU colecalciferol). Current guidance highlights the importance of calcium and vitamin D supplementation in the elderly at risk of falls and fractures.
The Possible Roles Of Solar Ultraviolet-B Radiation And Vitamin D In Reducing Case-Fatality Rates From The 1918-1919 Influenza Pandemic In EU
An estimated 675,000 Americans died from the A/H1N1 pandemic influenza in the United States in 1918-1919. Many of these deaths were from ensueing bacterial pneumonia rather than directly from the viral infection. The United States Public Health Service conducted surveys in twelve cities and rural areas of the country in late 1918 to early 1919 to determine the case-fatality rate in each city or area. Case-fatality rates varied from 0.78 deaths/100 cases in San Antonio, Texas to 3.
Does Intercessory Prayer For Sick People Actually Help Heal Them?
Health and religion have always been intertwined, most obviously through prayer on behalf of the sick. Does intercessory prayer for sick people actually help heal them? For thousands of years some people have believed so.
Expert Available To Discuss Alternative Cold Remedies, FDA Advice On Zicam
Consumers of over-the-counter homeopathic and "natural" cold remedies should carefully research such treatment options and properly follow dosage instructions, urges a UMDNJ physician who specializes in integrative medicine. "People cannot assume that homeopathic or natural products are safe," commented Dr. Adam Perlman, executive director of the Institute for Complementary & Alternative Medicine at the UMDNJ-School of Health Related Professions, following a U.S.
Research Proves Tai Chi Benefits For Arthritis
A new study by The George Institute for International Health has found Tai Chi to have positive health benefits for musculoskeletal pain. The results of the first comprehensive analysis of Tai Chi suggest that it produces positive effects for improving pain and disability among arthritis sufferers. The researchers are now embarking on a new trial to establish if similar benefits can be seen among people with chronic low back pain.
Certain Cold Remedies Linked To Loss Of Sense Of Smell Warns FDA
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) advised consumers yesterday not to use certain cold remedies under the Zicam label because they have received over 100 reports linking the products to loss of sense of smell (anosmia) which can be long-lasting or permanent.
Vanguard Pharmaceutical Corporation Has Acquired A Natural Flu Remedy -- Swine Guard
Vanguard Pharmaceutical Corporation (PINKSHEETS: VGPH) has recently acquired a naturally derived product formulated to aid against strains of influenza by strengthening the immune system. Their unique formula combines traditional Chinese medicine with many extracts that have proven to boost the immune system as well as offer many other benefits in the fight against influenza.
Acupuncture Aid For Diabetics, UK
More than 2.2 million people in Britain suffer from type 2 diabetes*, a chronic progressive disease which usually affects the over 40s. The number of people diagnosed with the disease has increased dramatically in recent years and this has been linked to the increase in sedentary lifestyles and obesity.
Senior Scientist Cautions On The Label For Homeopathic Product
In a letter published in this week´s BMJ, Professor David Colquhoun from the University College of London, says that the UK Medicines and Health Care Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) "has made a mockery of its own aims" by allowing the labeling on the first homeopathic product that has gotten a license.
Insomnia May Be Treated Effectively By Meditation
Meditation may be an effective behavioral intervention in the treatment of insomnia, according to a research abstract presented at SLEEP 2009, the 23rd Annual Meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies Results indicate that patients saw improvements in subjective sleep quality and sleep diary parameters while practicing meditation.
Online Version Of The Chinese Journal Of Natural Medicines Launched By Elsevier
Elsevier, the world-leading publisher of scientific, technical and medical information products and services, has announced the launch of the online version of the Chinese Journal of Natural Medicines (CJNM). Established in 2003, the Chinese Journal of Natural Medicines is now available for the first time in English on ScienceDirect.
Acupuncture May Be Beneficial In Relieving Indigestion During Pregnancy
A small study published in Acupuncture Medicine reports that acupuncture may be beneficial in easing symptoms of indigestion which are very frequent in pregnant women. The hormonal changes in the body during pregnancy cause heartburn, stomach pain and discomfort, reflux, belching and bloating. Between 45 to 80 percent of women are reported to experience those symptoms. The symptoms are likely to increase with the evolution of the pregnancy.
Abbott Announces New EAS(R) Myoplex(R) Strength Formula Nutrition Shake And Debuts Bottle Packaging
Abbott announced the EAS® Myoplex® Strength Formula nutrition shake designed to help active people on the go refuel after physical activity. The ready-to-drink sports nutrition shakes come in a new, reclosable 14 fluid ounce plastic bottle. Developed by sports nutrition scientists, EAS Myoplex Strength Formula shakes are delicious and creamy and offer 25 grams of high quality protein designed to help in post-workout replenishment.
Multivitamins In Pregnancy Reduce Risk Of Low Birth Weights
Prenatal multivitamin supplements are associated with a significantly reduced risk of babies with a low birth weight compared with prenatal iron-folic acid supplementation, found a new study in the Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ). The World Health Organization currently recommends iron-folic acid supplements for all pregnant women.
British Researchers Call For WHO To 'Condemn Homeopathy' For Serious Diseases
British researchers on Monday requested the WHO "publicly condemn homeopathy as a treatment for serious diseases, such as HIV/AIDS, TB and malaria," amid growing concern that some patients are dying as a result of choosing homeopathy over effective medicines, the Mail & Guardian reports.
Arthritis Sufferers Experience Reduced Pain With Tai Chi
The results of a new analysis have provided good evidence to suggest that Tai Chi is beneficial for arthritis. Specifically, it was shown to decrease pain with trends towards improving overall physical health, level of tension and satisfaction with health status. Musculoskeletal pain, such as that experienced by people with arthritis, places a severe burden on the patient and community and is recognized as an international health priority.
New England School Of Acupuncture Launches Sports Medicine Acupuncture Certification Program
The New England School of Acupuncture announces the launch of its Sports Medicine Acupuncture Certification Program (SMAC) beginning in September 2009. This unique program teaches both Eastern and Western methods of orthopedic medicine, giving students a fully integrated, one-of-a-kind education in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Western orthopedics.
Vitamin D And Calcium Supplements Help Prevent Bone Fracture In The Elderly
We all know that vitamin D and calcium are good for bones, but research teams in Europe and USA have shown that both taken daily reduces the rate of hip fracture in older people by 20%.
Low Levels Of Vitamin D Linked To Common Vaginal Infection In Pregnant Women
Pregnant women with low levels of vitamin D may be more likely to suffer from bacterial vaginosis (BV) - a common vaginal infection that increases a woman's risk for preterm delivery, according to a University of Pittsburgh study. Available
MS Society Scotland Supports Shine On Scotland Campaign
The MS Society Scotland has backed a school boy from Glasgow whose campaign aims to seek support for the use of vitamin D in helping to prevent the onset of multiple sclerosis (MS). Ryan McLaughlin's campaign 'Shine on Scotland' was launched in April 2009 after the MS Society announced that research funded by the charity had discovered vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy and the early years could potentially increase the risk of developing MS later in life.
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New Chiropractic Health Care in Singapore
Feeling backaches and headaches? Complaints with your body feeling pain everywhere? Maybe it's time for you to try this new alternative method to feel better and healthier. No drugs or surgeries, it's 100% natural. WOW!
Eastherb Herbs, Vitamins, Beauty Care & Nutrition Supplement
Eastherb - Herbs, Vitamins, Beauty Care & Nutrition Supplements : Eastherb.com provides a huge range of quality alternative health products, Dietary and Nutritional Supplements, Herbal Teas, Vitamins and Minerals at one place. Vitamins are essential to good health. Vitamin A helps to develop and maintain body tissues such as bone and skin.........
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We are currently seeking upbeat people to work at home immediately! If you have a computer and a phone you can make an average of $200 a week part-time and $500 a week full-time.Our debt-free, Health Benefits company is looking to assist those who want to find an alternative to the job-market. You can supplement your income & get Free Benefits!
Online homeopathic treatment and alternative medicines
You can search for online homeopathic treatment or medical advice here.There is a great opportunity of online treatments.Today is the age of cyber world.You can search anything via internet and also about health and treatment either alternative treatments or allopathic treatments.
patient advocacy services
Of course you want the best medical care. But who says you have to make that happen all on your own? What if you had a physician patient advocate to help you get the best health care? At Insight we can help you find expert doctors, explore alternative therapies, communicate your needs to your physicians and get the best that the system has to offe
An Electronic Way To Quit
After years of smoking with harm to my health, I found the perfect solution. The Electronic Cigarette has truly changed my life forever. This is a healthy alternative to smoking tocacco. Many want to quit, but some of us still enjoy the relaxing sensation nicotine gives us. Either way E-cigs reduce polution to body, planet and saves loads of money.
Alternative Medicine
Alternative medicine blog and website, with information on alternative medicine remedies, health conditions and alternative therapies. http://www.popmedicine.ru/?cat=37
Alternative Medicine
Alternative medicine blog and website, with information on alternative medicine remedies, health conditions and alternative therapies. http://www.popmedicine.ru/?cat=36
Effective Natural Health & Beauty Products | Alternative Nat
All we know well that herbal nutrients are required to support healthy metabolism and maintain functions of our body. Available data indicate that many more vitamins and vitamin-like nutrients are yet to be discovered in herbs today.
Hot Alternatives for Cold and Flu Season
Dr. David Minkoff, M.D., infectious disease and alternative medicine health care expert, says there are seven simple steps individuals can take to stay healthy during cold and flu season.
HEALTH CARE EXAMPLE OF THE TIMES : FELL 20 ft
A classic health care story. Can we all say the single payer healthcare system is our only alternative????
More hospitals offer alternative therapies for body/spirit
37% of hospitals around the US offer some form of alternative treatments-- image what health care can be like if it becomes even 50%!
Dr. Brian O'Leary, Health Ranger Host Live Events in Vilcaba
Former NASA astronaut and world-renowned alternative science pioneer Dr. Brian O'Leary has announced a once-in-a-lifetime event in Vilcabamba, Ecuador May 8 - 10, 2009.Mike Adams (the Health Ranger) will be present at the event (filming it), along with Paul von Ward (lecturer).
Short Term Medical Insurance: Is It Good Enough?
If you are looking for an inexpensive alternative to often pricey health insurance plans, check out short term medical insurance. If you are in good health and still young, a short-term health insurance plan might be more beneficial than an extensive health insurance plan.
Alternative Medicine
Alternative medicine blog and website, with information on alternative medicine remedies, health conditions and alternative therapies. http://www.popmedicine.ru/?cat=35
Sisters = Happiness !
Sisters appear to encourage more open communication and cohesion in families. However, brothers seemed to have the alternative effect. Emotional expression is fundamental to good psychological health and having sisters promotes this in families.?
Free Seminar: Deduct Every Cent of ALL Out-of-Pocket Health
LEARN HOW to deduct -- for your entire family -- ALL: ? Insurance Premiums ? Annual Deductibles ? Co-pays ? Non-covered Procedures and Products ? Alternative Therapies ? Natural Health products (in many cases) ? Over-the-counter (OTC) drugs ? and even aspirin and Band Aids!
GOP alternate PLAN ATTEMPTS TO TURN BACK THE HANDS OF TIME
The GOP 10-year plan would trim the deficit by repealing much of the economic stimulus package, making the Bush tax cuts for the wealthy permanent, reducing Medicare/ health care and freezing domestic spending to benefit regular Americans.PAT ROBERTSON and others continue to preach to support the elite.
Americans Turn to Alternative Healthcare
Thirty-eight percent of the American adult population and about 12 percent of children are turning to unconventional medical treatment for health problems like chronic pain. Americans use complementary and alternative medicine techniques for back, neck, joint, and arthritic pain and report better results with fewer negative side effects.
Alternative Medicine
Alternative medicine blog and website, with information on alternative medicine remedies, health conditions and alternative therapies. http://www.popmedicine.ru/?cat=34
Three Mile Island Deaths Not Reported in Mainstream Meadia
Discussion of alternative vs. mainstream media coverage of health reports in the area surrounding Three Mile Island, Pennsylvania.
WSJ - The GOP's Alternative Budget
Under the president's plan, spending will top $4 trillion this year alone, and consume 28.5% of our nation's economy. His plan would mean a $1 trillion increase to the already unsustainable spending growth of our nation's entitlement programs -- including a "down payment" toward government-controlled health care and education...
Wellness & Natural Health Omega 3 & Fish Oil Benefits Blog -
The purest fish oil offers a natural alternative to anti-inflammatory pain med's and medications. We sell sealogix fish oil as dietary supplement for the corporate company Trilogyonline. All your information used to to buy or purchase products and services from us is kept away safe in our secure payment gate ways.
How Do Patient Assistance Programs Work?
This post provides great information about how to find out more about Patient Assistance Programs. This is a really significant option that should be explored by anyone trying to seek alternatives to traditional health insurance programs.
What Does Sally need To Know About Obtaining Free Medicines?
Everyone knows how expensive medication is, but as this excellent article demonstrates free prescriptions are available. Learn not only about the options available but how investigating these options can help make choosing health an alternative. If you have a need for cheap or free medications this article is a must read.
Anti-Aging Conference Takes a Bite Out of Time
Today more doctors are approaching the anti-aging process from an alternative perspective. In fact, they realize that many prescribed drugs have side effects which accelerate aging. Best-selling author John Gray has insights about the impact of happy relationships on health and longevity.
Inspired Events of Maryland Monthly Newsletter - April 2009
The Inspired Events of Maryland newsletter is designed to awaken you to heightened consciousness, spiritual growth, and an awareness of who we really are. Each month, we discuss thought provoking subjects such as metaphysics, inspirational, self-help, alternative health, and spiritual topics. All editions are available at www.InspiredEventsofMD.com
Effective Alternative to Dealing with Mental Health in Child
Many children who live in our communities are suffering from developmental, educational and behavioral health issues. These challenges affect their ability to learn, to adjust, to grow and to become independent. And it impacts all of us.
Ashtanga Yoga Alternative Medicine and Health Care
Ashtanga Yoga and it's place in your alternaive care health plan
Controversy: Michael Lohan pushes E-Cigarettes
MYFOXNY.COM - Because of the smoke, the smell, the health concerns of smoking cigarettes, Michael Lohan, the father of Lindsey Lohan, is pushing an alternative to cigarettes that he says won't create harmful smoke and won't get you kicked out if a restaurant if you light up. (Includes a video interview)
Alternative Health
Many people believe that "alternative medicine" is a new fad, but most methods of alternative healing are as old as the hills.
Natural Vaginitis Remedy and Alternative Health
Alternative medicine used to cure vaginitis naturally with a home remedy. Bacterial vaginosis, candida, yeast infection, ovarian cysts, fibroids all treated with a herbal remedy. No side effects.
Continuity Insurance as an Alternative to COBRA
New health insurance policy that guarantees the right to buy health coverage if you lose yours.
Alternative Treatments for Ovarian Cancer
Alternative treatments form part of an integrated health plan.
Alternative Health Articles
Its all about General Health Information,Tips and Trivia,News,Care,Equipments Medicine advice for Healthy Living what You want to Know about.
HEALTH ACCESSORIES & ALTERNATIVEHEALTH PRODUCT
a list of Health accessories and alternative health products
Reflexology Therapy
Reflexology (zone therapy) is an alternative medicine method involving the practice of massaging, squeezing, or pushing on parts of the feet, or sometimes the hands and ears, with the goal of encouraging a beneficial effect on other parts of the body, or to improve general health.
Micro Health Insurance
Micro Health Insurance which is an alternative health financing Mechanism for the poor.
What is Spirulina?
Spirulina is blue - green algae, which, as many other non-pharmaceutical means, nowadays seems to be a very promising alternative option in the treatment of multiple health disorders.
One Stop eBook Solutions - 1000s Available
Browse our searchable database for 100s of Health Solutions. Topics include: Addiction, Alternative Medicine, Beauty, Diet, Fitness, Nutrition, Remedies, Spiritual Health, Womens Health and more.
electronic cigarette ,Health issues...electronic cigarette..
Electronic cigarettes are marketed as a healthier alternative to tobacco smoking, since most of the harmful material produced by the combustion of tobacco in traditional cigarettes is not present in the atomised liquid of electronic cigarettes. They have also been marketed as a way to keep or curtail an addiction to nicotine. Toxicological studies
Alternative Holistic Medicine
This site links physical health symptoms with the emotions. There is a great page that has a chart that shows the physical symptoms of anxiety and depression. They also offer alternative treatments for both depression and anxiety.
Alternative Medicine
Alternative medicine blog and website, with information on alternative medicine remedies, health conditions and alternative therapies. http://www.popmedicine.ru/?cat=33
Administrative Services Only Plans Save Money
A good description of an alternative to traditional health plans for small businesses. ASO clients pay only for claims plus a fixed fee with no insurance expense padding such as reserve adjustments, inflation and trend factors, or risk and profit charges.
Alternative Medicine
Alternative medicine blog and website, with information on alternative medicine remedies, health conditions and alternative therapies. http://www.popmedicine.ru/?cat=32
Facts Herbal Remedies
Herbal remedies are everywhere these days, often promoted as safe alternatives to prescription medicines. However, many are not manufactured consistently and can have severe side effects on the body. For centuries people have been relying on natural herbal remedies as an alternative and complementary solution to common health problems.
Avoid Chemicals with Natural Air Fresheners
Don't put your health at risk by breathing in chemical-laden air fresheners; freshen the air with these natural alternatives instead
Food activists talk about a revolution
People need to eat better and that doesn?t mean swapping HFCS for sugar. Studies show little difference between how the body reacts to HFCS and sugar, and health advocates worry that touting sugar as the natural alternative will make people think it?s OK to continue to eat tons of it.
Alternative Medicine
Alternative medicine blog and website, with information on alternative medicine remedies, health conditions and alternative therapies. http://www.popmedicine.ru/?cat=31
MEDICINAL ALTERNATIVES
Alternative medicine is a holistic approach to health and sickness for the maximum benefit of the patient. Presently, most conventional treatments for malignant diseases involve invasive surgery and chemotherapy which are a traumatizing experience for the patient causing hair loss, loss of appetite and psychological suffering.
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Selenium, genetics, and aggressive prostate cancer
Genetics appear to influence the risk of aggressive prostate cancer in men taking selenium supplements, according to collaborators at cancer centers across the US.
First, the details.
The records from 489 patients with localized or locally advanced prostate cancer were reviewed.
The researchers measured the level of selenium in their blood and their SOD2 genotype — the [...]
Massage + manipulation to treat scleroderma
In scleroderma (aka systemic sclerosis), immune cells create scar tissue in the skin, internal organs, and small blood vessels.
Researchers from the University of Florence, in Italy evaluated the benefits of a rehabilitation program that combined connective tissue massage and Mc Mennell joint manipulation modified for scleroderma patients’ hands.
First, the details.
40 patients were assigned to [...]
Massage for low back pain
Massage might be beneficial for patients with subacute and chronic nonspecific low back pain, especially when combined with exercises and education, according to reviewers from Ontario and Brazil.
First, the details.
13 studies were included in the review.
8 had a high risk of bias, while the rest had low risk.
1 study was published in German and the [...]
Use of herbals in women undergoing IVF
In the absence of specific evidence, it’s probably safe to assume that women undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF) procedures are taking herbal medicines.
That’s my conclusion based on the results of this survey of women in an Irish infertility treatment center by researchers at BC Women’s Hospital, in Vancouver, Canada.
First, the details.
Women in an IVF clinic [...]
Benefits of yoga in asthmatic children
Researchers from the Chung Jen College of Nursing, in Taiwan report improved physical fitness of school-age children with asthma.
First, the details.
31 elementary school children with asthma were assigned to a treatment group.
Yoga exercise 3 times weekly for 7 weeks, including 10 minutes of warm-up and breathing exercises, 40 minutes of yoga postures, and 10 minutes [...]
Is there a cranberry:beta-lactam interaction?
Drinking cranberry juice is often recommended along with taking low-dose antibiotics to prevent recurrent urinary tract infection.
Researchers from the University of Washington, in Seattle evaluated the potential risk of an interaction between cranberry juice and the ?-lactam antibiotics, amoxicillin (amoxicilline, Amoxil) and cefaclor (Ceclor) that might lower the effectiveness of the antibiotics.
First, the details.
Amoxicillin-cranberry juice [...]
Biofeedback: Constipation and fecal incontinence
Researchers from the University Hospital, in Tübingen, Germany, reviewed the evidence.
First, the details.
For constipation, 8 studies were identified.
For fecal incontinence, 11 trials were identified.
The data were pooled and a meta-analysis conducted.
And, the results.
Constipation
Biofeedback training was significantly better than non-biofeedback (laxatives, placebo, sham training, and botox injection).
Biofeedback was as effective as electromyographic biofeedback.
Fecal incontinence
Biofeedback was as [...]
Effect of the Mediterranean diet on longevity
Here are the results from the National Institutes of Health (NIH)-AARP (formerly known as the American Association of Retired Persons) Diet and Health Study.
First, the details.
More than 380,000 men and women participated.
The results represent a 5-year follow-up.
And, the results.
The Mediterranean diet was associated with reduced mortality.
For those who stayed with the diet, death due [...]
Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine - current issue
eCAM: Integrative Genomics and Fecundity
Here are the results from the National Institutes of Health (NIH)-AARP (formerly known as the American Association of Retired Persons) Diet and Health Study.
First, the details.
More than 380,000 men and women participated.
The results represent a 5-year follow-up.
And, the results.
The Mediterranean diet was associated with reduced mortality.
For those who stayed with the diet, death due [...]
Static Magnetic Field Therapy: A Critical Review of Treatment Parameters
Static magnetic field (SMF) therapy, applied via a permanent magnet attached to the skin, is used by people worldwide for self-care. Despite a lack of established SMF dosage and treatment regimens, multiple studies are conducted to evaluate SMF therapy effectiveness. Our objectives in conducting this review are to:(i) summarize SMF research conducted in humans; (ii) critically evaluate reporting quality of SMF dosages and treatment parameters and (iii) propose a set of criteria for reporting SMF treatment parameters in future clinical trials. We searched 27 electronic databases and reference lists. Only English language human studies were included. Excluded were studies of electromagnetic fields, transcranial magnetic stimulation, magnets placed on acupuncture points, animal studies, abstracts, posters and editorials. Data were extracted on clinical indication, study design and 10 essential SMF parameters. Three reviewers assessed quality of reporting and calculated a quality assessment score for each of the 10 treatment parameters. Fifty-six studies were reviewed, 42 conducted in patient populations and 14 in healthy volunteers. The SMF treatment parameters most often and most completely described were site of application, magnet support device and frequency and duration of application. Least often and least completely described were characteristics of the SMF: magnet dimensions, measured field strength and estimated distance of the magnet from the target tissue. Thirty-four (61%) of studies failed to provide enough detail about SMF dosage to permit protocol replication by other investigators. Our findings highlight the need to optimize SMF dosing parameters for individual clinical conditions before proceeding to a full-scale clinical trial.
The objective of this review is to present examples of lead compounds identified from biological material (fungi, plant extracts and agro-industry material) and of possible interest in the field of a pharmacological approach to the therapy of β-thalassemia using molecules able to stimulate production of fetal hemoglobin (HbF) in adults. Concerning the employment of HbF inducers as potential drugs for pharmacological treatment of β-thalassemia, the following conclusions can be reached: (i) this therapeutic approach is reasonable, on the basis of the clinical parameters exhibited by hereditary persistence of fetal hemoglobin patients, (ii) clinical trials (even if still limited) employing HbF inducers were effective in ameliorating the symptoms of β-thalassemia patients, (iii) good correlation of in vivo and in vitro results of HbF synthesis and -globin mRNA accumulation indicates that in vitro testing might be predictive of in vivo responses and (iv) combined use of different inducers might be useful to maximize HbF, both in vitro and in vivo. In this review, we present three examples of HbF inducers from the natural world: (i) angelicin and linear psoralens, contained in plant extracts from Angelica arcangelica and Aegle marmelos, (ii) resveratrol, a polyphenol found in grapes and several plant extracts and (iii) rapamycin, isolated from Streptomyces hygroscopicus.
Ten Years Evidence-based High-Tech Acupuncture--A Short Review of Peripherally Measured Effects
Since 1997, the Research Unit of Biomedical Engineering in Anesthesia and Intensive Care Medicine of Graz Medical University has been dealing with the demystification of acupuncture and examining, using non-invasive methods, how different stimulation modalities (manual needle acupuncture, laserneedle acupuncture and electro acupuncture) affect peripheral and central functions. Laser is also an important instrument for acupuncture. One only needs to mention the treatment of children or of patients with needle phobia. The laserneedle acupuncture, which was examined scientifically for the first time in Graz, represents a new painless acupuncture method for which up to ten laserneedles are glued to the skin, but not stuck into it. This first part of the short review article summarizes some of the peripherally measured effects of acupuncture obtained at the Medical University of Graz within the last 10 years.
Humor and Laughter May Influence Health IV. Humor and Immune Function
This is the final article in a four part series reviewing the influence of humor and laughter on physiological and psychological well-being. This final article reviews the evidence for the effect of sense of humor, exposure to a humor stimulus and laughter on various immune system components, with a focus on the effects of laughter on natural killer cell cytotoxicity.
Medical Honey for Wound Care--Still the 'Latest Resort'?
While the ancient Egyptians and Greeks used honey for wound care, and a broad spectrum of wounds are treated all over the world with natural unprocessed honeys from different sources, MedihoneyTM has been one of the first medically certified honeys licensed as a medical product for professional wound care in Europe and Australia. Our experience with medical honey in wound care refers only to this product. In this review, we put our clinical experience into a broader perspective to comment on the use of medical honey in wound care. More prospective randomized studies on a wider range of types of wounds are needed to confirm the safety and efficacy of medical honey in wound care. Nonetheless, the current evidence confirming the antibacterial properties and additional beneficial effects of medical honey on wound healing should encourage other wound care professionals to use CE-certified honey dressings with standardized antibacterial activity, such as MedihoneyTM products, as an alternative treatment approach in wounds of different natures.
Philosophy, Psychology, Physics and Practice of Ki
Ki (in Japanese) or Qi (in Chinese) is the key concept in Eastern medicine, Eastern philosophy, as well as in martial arts. We explain the philosophical and psychological background of Ki. We emphasize that the unique aspects of Eastern philosophy are ‘non-linearity’ and ‘holistic’ approach. We then present physics aspect of Ki. Our experiments demonstrated that a ‘Ki-beam’ carries ‘entropy’ (or information), which is different from ‘energy’. We introduce our experience of having taught Ki to 37 beginners in the United States through the Nishino Breathing Method. If beginners had martial arts training or a strong background in music or dance, about half of them could sense Ki within 10 weeks (1 h class per week) of practice.
Acupuncture: What Underlies Needle Administration?
Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese therapy with its mode of action unclear and efficacy inconclusive. A lack of attention given to the role of psychosocial context presented in clinical provision of acupuncture may mainly account for the current dilemma in acupuncture research. This psychosocial context induces various cognitive and affective processes in the patient while receiving this treatment. On the basis of the analysis of these psychological factors involved in clinical provision of acupuncture and in light of prior studies on the placebo effect, the author hypothesizes that acupuncture works through potentiation and modulation of a highly organized and somatotopic network of endogenous opioids that links expectation, attention and body schema. This hypothesis, which focuses on the contextual factors involved in clinical provision of acupuncture, has immediate clinical and experimental implications and will take the acupuncture debate much further forward.
Hepatoprotective Activity of Licorice Water Extract against Cadmium-induced Toxicity in Rats
Licorice is commonly used as a cure for digestive disorders and as a detoxification agent in East Asia. This study investigated the protective effect of licorice water extract against cadmium (CdCl2, Cd)-induced liver toxicity in rats. To induce acute toxicity, Cd (4 mg/kg body weight) was dissolved in normal saline and intravenously (i.v.) injected into rats. The rats then received either a vehicle or licorice water extract (50, 100 mg/kg/day) for 3 days, and were subsequently exposed to a single injection of Cd 24 h after the last licorice/vehicle treatment. Alanine aminotransferase (ALT), aspartate aminotransferase (AST) and lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) were significantly increased by Cd treatment. In contrast, pretreatment with licorice reduced ALT, AST and LDH. In histopathological analysis, licorice decreased the central necrosis around central veins, the peripheral hemorrhage around portal triads, the percentage of degenerative hepatic regions (%/mm2 hepatic parenchyma) and the number of degenerative hepatic cells (N/100 hepatic cells). Licorice also inhibited the increment of Bad (a BH3 domain-containing protein) translocation by Cd in liver cells. These results demonstrate that licorice could have a hepatoprotective effect by inhibiting the translocation of Bad to the mitochondria in Cd-intoxificated rats.
Centella asiatica (CeA) is a creeping herb, growing in moist places in India and other Asian Countries. Ayurvedic system of medicine, an alternate system of medicine in India, uses leaves of CeA for memory enhancement. Here, we have investigated the role of CeA fresh leaf juice treatment during growth spurt period of rats on dendritic morphology of amygdaloid neurons, one of the regions concerned with learning and memory. The present study was conducted on neonatal rat pups. The rat pups (7-days-old) were fed with 2, 4 and 6 ml/kg body of fresh leaf juice of CeA for 2, 4 and 6 weeks. After the treatment period, the rats were killed, brains removed and amygdaloid neurons impregnated with Silver nitrate (Golgi staining). Amygdaloid neurons were traced using camera lucida and dendritic branching points (a measure of dendritic arborization) and intersections (a measure dendritic length) quantified. These data were compared with those of age-matched control rats. The results showed a significant increase in dendritic length (intersections) and dendritic branching points along the length of dendrites of the amygdaloid neurons of rats treated with 4 and 6 ml/kg body weight/day of CeA for longer periods of time (i.e. 4 and 6 weeks). We conclude that constituents/active principles present in CeA fresh leaf juice has neuronal dendritic growth stimulating property; hence it can be used for enhancing neuronal dendrites in stress and other neurodegenerative and memory disorders.
Tibetan Medicated-Bath Therapy may Improve Adjuvant Arthritis in Rat
Tibetan medicated-bath therapy has been applied to patients with rheumatoid arthritis for centuries. However, the detailed action mechanism of Tibetan medicated-bath therapy on the morphology and function of joints remains unknown. We designed our investigation to evaluate the efficacy of Tibetan medicated-bath therapy on adjuvant arthritis (AA) of rats in comparison with water-bath and dexamethasone administration. AA was induced by intradermal injection of Mycobacterium butyricum suspended in sterile mineral oil. The control animals were similarly injected with sterile vehicle. Eight days after injection, rats were treated with fresh-water bath, Tibetan medicated-bath (40°C, 15 min) or intramuscular injection with dexamethasone for 21 consecutive days after which we evaluated the severity of arthritis visually and microscopically and measured serum interleukin (IL)-6 and tumor necrosis factor (TNF)- levels. While arthritis did not significantly change after water-bath treatment, the Tibetan medicated-bath and dexamethasone groups showed diminished joint swelling and alleviation of, inflammatory cell infiltration and the destruction of bone and cartilage. Serum IL-6 and TNF- levels significantly decreased. Our results demonstrated that Tibetan medicated-bath therapy exerted a reliable effect on rat adjuvant arthritis, which may be involved in the inflammatory cytokines, IL-6 and TNF-. Our data provide evidence for clinical use of Tibetan-medicated bath therapy for arthritis patients.
Hyperlipidemia/hypercholesteremia are major risk factors for atherosclerosis and cardiovascular diseases. Root of Asparagus racemosus (AR) is widely used in Ayurvedic system of medicine in India and is known for its steroidal saponin content. This study was designed to investigate the hypocholesteremic and antioxidant potential of AR root in both normo- and hypercholesteremic animals. Normal and hypercholesteremic male albino rats were administered with root powder of AR (5 and 10 g% dose levels) along with normal and hypercholesteremic diets, respectively, for a duration of 4 weeks. Plasma and hepatic lipid profiles, fecal sterol, bile acid excretion and hepatic antioxidant activity were assessed. Inclusion of AR root powder in diet, resulted in a dose-dependant reduction in plasma and hepatic lipid profiles, increased fecal excretion of cholesterol, neutral sterol and bile acid along with increases in hepatic HMG-CoA reductase activity and bile acid content in hypercholesteremic rats. Further, AR root also improved the hepatic antioxidant status (catalase, SOD and ascorbic acid levels). No significant changes in lipid and antioxidant profiles occurred in the normocholesteremic rats administered with AR root powder. AR root appeared to be useful as a dietary supplement that offers a protection against hyperlipidemia/hypercholesteremia in hypercholesteremic animals. The results of the present study indicate that the potent therapeutic phyto-components present in AR root i.e. phytosterols, saponins, polyphenols, flavonoids and ascorbic acid, could be responsible for increased bile acid production, elimination of excess cholesterol and elevation of hepatic antioxidant status in hypercholesteremic conditions.
Evaluation of Antioxidant Properties of Phaulopsis fascisepala C.B.Cl. (Acanthaceae)
The antioxidant activities of crude extract of Phaulopsis fascisepala leaf were evaluated and compared with -tocopherol and BHT as synthetic antioxidants and ascorbic acid as natural-based antioxidant. In vitro, we studied its antioxidative activities, radical-scavenging effects, Fe2+-chelating ability and reducing power. The total phenolic content was determined and expressed in gallic acid equivalent. The extract showed variable activities in all of these in vitro tests. The antioxidant effect of P. fascisepala was strongly dose dependent, increased with increasing leaf extract dose and then leveled off with further increase in extract dose. Compared to other antioxidants used in the study, -Tocopherol, ascorbic acid and BHT, P. fascisepala leaf extract showed less scavenging effect on ,,-diphenyl-β-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) radical and less reducing power on Fe3+/ferricyanide complex but better Fe2+-chelating ability. These results revealed the in vitro antioxidant activity of P. fascisepala. Further investigations are necessary to verify these activities in vivo.
Regulation of Caspase-3 and Bcl-2 Expression in Dalton's Lymphoma Ascites Cells by Abrin
The role of abrin, a toxic lectin isolated from seeds of Abrus precatorius Linn in inducing apoptosis in murine Dalton's Lymphoma Ascites (DLA) cells was evaluated. Abrin when incubated at the concentration of 10 ng per million DLA cells could bring about cell death as typical morphological changes with apoptosis. However, necrotic cell death dominated when a higher dose of abrin was used. DNA samples, isolated from DLA cells treated with abrin showed fragmentation. Abrin brought about induction of apoptosis by stimulating the expression of pro-apoptotic Caspase-3, at the same time blocking the expression of Bcl-2, which is an anti apoptotic gene. However, the expression of tumor suppressor gene p53 has not been observed in control and abrin-treated DLA cells. Results suggested that abrin effectively induced apoptotic changes in the tumor cells that led to cellular death.
Using an adjuvant-induced arthritis rat model, we investigated the effects of a lipid extract of Perna canaliculus (Lyprinol®) on pain. Radiological examinations, as well as levels of pro- and anti-inflammatory (AI) cytokines, were measured aiming to provide independent objective data to the pain controlling investigation. We confirmed the ability of Lyprinol® to control pain at the initial phase of its administration; with similar efficacy to that observed with Naproxen. The pain scores slowly increased again in the group of rats treated with Lyprinol® after day 9–14. The Naproxen-treated rats remained pain-free while treated. Both Naproxen and Lyprinol® decreased the levels of the pro-inflammatory cytokines TNF- and IFN-, and increased that of IL-10. Extra-virgin olive oil was ineffective on cytokine secretion. Rats treated with Lyprinol® were apparently cured after 1 year. This study confirms the AI efficacy of this lipid extract of P. canaliculus, its initial analgesic effect, its perfect tolerance and its long-term healing properties.
The purpose of this study was to investigate the efficacy of four different Japanese and Chinese herbal prescriptions, Ren-Shen-Yang-Rong-Tang (Ninjin’yoeito, NYT), Chai-Hu-Gui-Zhi-Gan-Jiang-Tang (Saikokeishikankyoto, SKKT), Si-Jun-Zi-Tang (Shikunshito, SKT) and Si-Wu-Tang (Shimotsuto, SMT), which are traditionally used for anemia and fatigue, against hematotoxicity in mice treated with 5-fluorouracil (5-FU). NYT 1–100 mg kg–1 day–1 injected orally for 7 consecutive days before and after 5-FU injection significantly suppressed reductions in red blood cell, white blood cell and platelet counts in peripheral blood, and accelerated their recovery. Administration of SKKT also produced a slight but significant improvement in 5-FU-induced erythrocytopenia, whereas SMT and SKT could not prevent anemia. Oral injection of NYT also inhibited 5-FU-induced decreases in peripheral reticulocyte and bone marrow cell counts on day 10, and markedly hastened their recovery on day 20, in a dose-dependent manner. Erythroid progenitor colonies, such as colony forming units-erythroid and burst forming units-erythroid, formed by marrow cells from mice treated with 5-FU were significantly increased by oral administration of NYT. These findings suggest that NYT has the potential to protect against hematotoxicity, and also has hematopoietic activity, through stimulation of immature erythroid progenitor cell differentiation.
Dynamized Preparations in Cell Culture
Although reports on the efficacy of homeopathic medicines in animal models are limited, there are even fewer reports on the in vitro action of these dynamized preparations. We have evaluated the cytotoxic activity of 30C and 200C potencies of ten dynamized medicines against Dalton's Lymphoma Ascites, Ehrlich's Ascites Carcinoma, lung fibroblast (L929) and Chinese Hamster Ovary (CHO) cell lines and compared activity with their mother tinctures during short-term and long-term cell culture. The effect of dynamized medicines to induce apoptosis was also evaluated and we studied how dynamized medicines affected genes expressed during apoptosis. Mother tinctures as well as some dynamized medicines showed significant cytotoxicity to cells during short and long-term incubation. Potentiated alcohol control did not produce any cytotoxicity at concentrations studied. The dynamized medicines were found to inhibit CHO cell colony formation and thymidine uptake in L929 cells and those of Thuja, Hydrastis and Carcinosinum were found to induce apoptosis in DLA cells. Moreover, dynamized Carcinosinum was found to induce the expression of p53 while dynamized Thuja produced characteristic laddering pattern in agarose gel electrophoresis of DNA. These results indicate that dynamized medicines possess cytotoxic as well as apoptosis-inducing properties.
Qigong Ameliorates Symptoms of Chronic Fatigue: A Pilot Uncontrolled Study
Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners consider that chronic fatigue reflects a disharmony and depletion in the supply of qi in the body. Qigong is one of the traditional complementary interventions used to strengthen qi through self-practice, and to manage the state of qi to prevent and cure disease. The aim of this study is to assess whether qigong could be used to manage the symptoms of chronic fatigue. Eighteen Caucasian, British female participants were recruited, taught a qigong routine during weekly classes over 6 months, and asked to practice it daily for 15 min. Participants completed the core set of the RAND Medical Outcomes Study questionnaire (RAND MOS) and a sleep diary during the 2-week baseline control period, and at 3 and 6 months following the start of the trial. The qigong intervention resulted in significant changes in sleep rate score and in the following subscales of the RAND MOS: SF36 Vitality, Sleep Problems, Social Activity, Social Activity Limitation due to Health, Health Distress, Mental Health Index and Psychological Well-being. Qigong seems to improve factors related to chronic fatigue such as sleep, pain, mental attitude and general mobility after 3 and 6 months. Qigong's positive effects indicate that it represents a potentially safe method of treatment for chronic fatigued patients. However, we cannot completely discount the possible influence of placebo effects, and more objective clinical measures are needed to reproduce our findings with long-term follow-up in a randomized, controlled study involving a larger number of subjects.
Laughter, Humor and Pain Perception in Children: A Pilot Study
Although there are many clinical programs designed to bring humor into pediatric hospitals, there has been very little research with children or adolescents concerning the specific utility of humor for children undergoing stressful or painful procedures. Rx LaughterTM, a non-profit organization interested in the use of humor for healing, collaborated with UCLA to collect preliminary data on a sample of 18 children aged 7–16 years. Participants watched humorous video-tapes before, during and after a standardized pain task that involved placing a hand in cold water. Pain appraisal (ratings of pain severity) and pain tolerance (submersion time) were recorded and examined in relation to humor indicators (number of laughs/smiles during each video and child ratings of how funny the video was). Whereas humor indicators were not significantly associated with pain appraisal or tolerance, the group demonstrated significantly greater pain tolerance while viewing funny videos than when viewing the videos immediately before or after the cold-water task. The results suggest that humorous distraction is useful to help children and adolescents tolerate painful procedures. Further study is indicated to explore the specific mechanism of this benefit.
Two consecutive conferences on ‘Sino-Japan Complementary and Alternative Medicine and Development on the Traditional Uighur Medicine’ were held in Xinjiang Medical University on July 3 and Kanazawa Medical University on October 6, 2007. The Vice president Halmurat Upur presided over the meeting and gave congratulatory address on holding of the conference. In order to understand mutually and discuss the possibility of the Uighur Medicine as CAM and the situation of medicine in the global sense, specialist scholars of Traditional Uighur Medicine and postgraduates attended this conference. In the meeting of the CAM, the achievements on the research of Traditional Uighur Medicine were exchanged and warmly discussed. Presentations were made in the consecutive conference.
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The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine - Table of Contents
A Genome-Wide Scan for the Sasang Constitution in a Korean Family Suggests Significant Linkage at Chromosomes 8q11.22?23 and 11q22.1?3
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Potential Protective Effect of Long-Term Therapy with Xuezhikang on Left Ventricular Diastolic Function in Patients with Essential Hypertension
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Complete Recovery from Tension-Type Headache Through Kampo Medicine
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Acupuncture for Chemotherapy-Induced Neutropenia in Patients with Gynecologic Malignancies: A Pilot Randomized, Sham-Controlled Clinical Trial
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Understanding the Reliability of Diagnostic Variables in a Chinese Medicine Examination
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Effects of Questionnaire-Based Diagnosis and Training on Inter-Rater Reliability Among Practitioners of Traditional Chinese Medicine
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The Use and the User of Herbal Remedies During Pregnancy
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Anticancer: A New Way of Life
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GABA Tea Helps Sleep
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Effect of Slow- and Fast-Breathing Exercises on Autonomic Functions in Patients with Essential Hypertension
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Hot Topics in Chinese Herbal Drugs Research Documented in PubMed/MEDLINE® by Authors Inside China and Outside of China in the Past 10 Years: Based on Co-Word Cluster Analysis
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Complementary and Alternative Medicine Use in Turkish Children with Chronic Hepatitis B
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Green Tea Extract: A Novel Addition to the Antihirsutism Armamentarium?
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Effect of Extracts from Indigowood Root (Isatis indigotica Fort.) on Immune Responses in Radiation-Induced Mucositis
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Synergistic Effect of Starch and Royal Jelly Against Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli
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Psychophysiological States: The Ultradian Dynamics of Mind?Body Interactions
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Drug Safety Reports on Complementary and Alternative Medicines (Ayurvedic and Homeopathic Medicines) by a Spontaneous Reporting Program in a Tertiary Care Hospital
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Acupuncture for Bell's Palsy
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The Treatment of Multiple Sclerosis with Inosine
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Pneumoretroperitoneum Following Acupuncture: Is the Pneumoretroperitoneum Really Developed After Acupuncture?
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A Case of Chiropractic Manipulation Immediately Relieving Depression with Chronic Pain
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Efficacy of Acupuncture as a Treatment for Chronic Shoulder Pain
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The Treatment of Multiple Sclerosis with Inosine
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Adhering to a T'ai Chi Program to Improve Glucose Control and Quality of Life for Individuals with Type 2 Diabetes
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Description of Clinical Risk Factor Changes During Naturopathic Care for Type 2 Diabetes
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Effectiveness, Safety, and Tolerability of Powdered Nigella sativa (Kalonji) Seed in Capsules on Serum Lipid Levels, Blood Sugar, Blood Pressure, and Body Weight in Adults: Results of a Randomized, Double-Blind Controlled Trial
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Influence of Menstrual Cycle on Pulse Pressure Waveforms Measured from the Radial Artery in Biphasic Healthy Women
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Insufficient Activity of MAPK Pathway Is a Key Monitor of Kidney-Yang Deficiency Syndrome
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Parental Attitudes Toward Acupuncture in a Community Sample
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Clinical Evaluation of an Indian Polyherbal Topical Formulation in the Management of Eczema
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Factors Related to the Use of Dietary Supplements by Cancer Survivors
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Reasons for Referrals of Children and Adolescents to Alternative Medicine in Southern Israel
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Development in and Challenge for Traditional Chinese Medicine in Australia
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Traditional Chinese Medicine Research and Education in Canada
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Alternative And Complementary Medicine Old Medicine New Synergies
The terms alternative medicine and complementary medicine are often wrongly used as synonyms. Actually, the term alternative medicine refers to medicine systems like Ayurveda or Acupuncture that are used in place of conventional medicine
Alternative Medicine
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Alternative Medicine vs Conventional Medicine Part 1
The term 'alternative medicine' that is so commonly used today is somewhat unsuitable since that would seem to indicate that it is a form of treatment departing from so-called 'traditional' scientific practices and is just a possibility for a cure
Alternative Medicine vs Conventional Medicine Part 2
Alternative medicine (so called) was being used in ancient times long before conventional medicine came on the scene. It is interesting to note that there were not so many diseases plaguing mortals in those days
Alternative Treatment For Cancer
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Alternative Treatment For Asthma
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Ayurveda A Natural Health 101 Article
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Benefits Of Alternative Medicine
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Complementary Medicine
Complementary Medicine is the use of natural therapy and medicines to restore and maintain health in addition to conventional medicine. Dating back to 420 B.C., around the time of Hippocrates, complementary medicine is also considered a practice beyond the realm of conventional modern medicine
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Herb Remedies
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Inflammatory Arthritis Alternative Treatments
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Is Alternative Medicine Proven To Work
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Natural Alternatives vs Prescription Drugs
Using natural alternatives to prescription drugs is a growing phenomenon. Alternative medicine might be thought of as any health care which is not a part of the mainstream medical establishment.
The True Meaning Of Alternative Medicine
Alternative medicine is a type of therapeutic practice that is not considered to be a part of traditional or conventional medical treatment. People use alternative medicine instead of using traditional medical treatment
