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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Five simple steps for treating heel pain
- If you experience a sharp pain in your heel at the first step in the morning, chances are you have plantar fasciitis (plan * tar fash* ee * I * tis). "Plantar" means the bottom of the foot. The "fascia" is a long ligament type structure. "Itis" means inflammation. Plantar fasciitis is a tearing of the ligament on the bottom of the foot. The tearing causes inflammation and the inflammation causes p...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Holistic is not a four-lettered word
- If you're anything like me, then you've got a certain picture in your mind of what *holistic* is supposed to be. For me, it's conjured up pictures of holy men, or shaman, doing a ritual dance while chanting mantras, and rubbing *energy crystals* in an effort to remove evil spirits from your life. It wasn't until I started doing research for my new book, *5 Keys To Health: A Holistic Approach* when...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Complementary therapy the route to better back health
- Find Out How to Reduce and Eliminate Chronic Back Pain Using Non-Traditional TherapyComplementary therapy is concerned with health and wellness from a mind, body and spirit approach. As a past sufferer of back pain resulting from injury and a congenital disorder, I understand how challenging it can be to live with back pain.The GOOD news is you don*t have to. Studies actually suggest...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Reduce asthma and breathe free
- Asthma can be a serous and often frightening condition that is typified by a tightening of the chest, wheezing and difficulty breathing. Asthma is made up of two underlying components: inflammation and constriction. During normal breathing, the bands of muscles that surround the airways are relaxed, and air moves freely. But in people with asthma, the bands of muscle surrounding the airways tighte...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to benefit from the mind-body connection
- Dr. Bernie Siegel, author of "Love, Medicine and Miracles" was once a distraught surgeon who fretted over his inability to effectively serve his cancer patients. Dr. Siegel's recognition and growing understanding of the mind-body connection eventually allowed him to serve his patients and himself in a greater capacity.Bernie writes in his book, "When a doctor reports amazing improvements in...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Laughter, why its so good for you
- For hundreds of years, we've known that 'Laughter is the best medicine'.Laughter makes you feel good for a reason. The physiological effects on your body are amazing. For example:Laughter reduces levels of certain stress hormones. It provides a safety valve that shuts off the flow of stress hormones and the fight-or-flight compounds that come into action in times of tr...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Whipped shea butter & its many uses
- Shea butter, also referred to as karite, which means "life" has been used across the African continent for centuries. It hails from Central and Western Africa. It's actually a nut fat, as it's obtained from the fruit of the kernel. Shea nuts are picked by women, then par-boiled, and sun-dried for a week in order to dehydrate the nut. This increases their storage time. The next step is to...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Flu vaccine hysteria
- Last week the media circus surrounding the flu vaccine reached a crescendo.Half of all the flu vaccine supply is not available this year!Why? Because the British company that supplies half of the U.S. flu vaccine supply was shut down by health officials.Does it really matter?Unless you are under 2 or over 65 and are in poor health, It doesn't matter.Because of th...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Quit smoking
- Consider this:Already since 1972, over 60 million people in the USA alone have successfully quit smoking!At one stage over 60% of the adult population was addicted to this drug. Today it is 28% and dropping.Now, isn't this a fair thought.If all these people can do it (60 MILLION OF THEM!) - and they include EVERY TYPE of person imaginable - surely that is PROOF that IT ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Beating your neck, back and shoulder pain
- Suffering from neck, back and shoulder pain? If you are, you're in good company. Millions of people wake up every morning and endure every day experiencing pain in their necks, backs and shoulders. While neck, back and shoulder pain used to be thought of as conditions affecting only adults, due to more parents scheduling routine doctors visits for their kids, it's becoming increasingly apparent th...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Foam pillows are changing the way the world sleeps
- For countless people worldwide, getting a good night's sleep on a regular basis is an elusive, if not almost impossible, goal. The causes for this malady are numerous, and could consist of overwork, stress, pain, a sleep disorder, and the list goes on. While some people may require a physician's assistance in developing a normal sleep pattern, many Americans have found great benefit by merely chan...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - You don?t have to live with stiff neck pain
- Getting quality sleep has, for many, become an elusive goal in the modern day. We work longer hours, take less time off, and try to overcompensate by micromanaging what little free time is available to in order to enjoy all facets of our lives. More and more of us are becoming aware that we are fatigued, and this is further exaggerated by the countless advertisements and commercials that discuss t...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Fun is a powerful alternative medicine - just dont confuse it with funny
- You're familiar with the phrase, "there's the rub," meaning "there lies the difficulty"? It's usually used to describe a stumbling block in your path or the central dilemma. But while it's associated with Hamlet, did you know that this phrase was not coined by Shakespeare? I'll finish this thought in a moment...Things that are funny are almost always fun. But things that are fun are not alw...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Green bamboo: strength in flexibility
- Those who have watched the movie "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" would be familiar with the imagery of bamboo: flexible yet firm, delicate yet strong. These unique qualities make the bamboo fit snugly into ancient Chinese philosophy and endow the health benefits of the bamboo with an air of wisdom and grace.HistoryIn China, the highly revered bamboo reflects celestial unity in ancie...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Herbe fraiche essential oil : a combination of forest essences
- Herb Fraiche essential oil is derived from essential oils complex blended from plant substances such as pine, thyme and mint. The refreshing plant fragrance induces a calming effect and relieves fatigue after a long day. To over-stressed urbanites who suffer from deteriorating body functions and sleep quality, Herb Fraiche provides a soothing remedy.The scent of Phytoncidere reminds us of o...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Hinoki: natural essences in abundance
- Living in a hectic urban landscape, do you look forward to a return to nature, where the richness of plant essences can soothe your fatigued spirit? With the refreshing fragrance of hinoki, an ancient plant that emanates a rich store of natural energy, you would feel immersed in an oasis of comfort even in the midst of the urban jungle.HistoryHinoki is rich in ancient history. Follow...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Bois de santal: the source of tranquility
- The near extinct bois de santal has a sensual and exotic scent that gives an elevating experience for those who use it. The oil extraction process of the sandalwood is lengthy; the tree has to be about 30 years old before the process can take place.EcologyThe tree grows to 20 to 30 feet high, with many slender branches covered by smooth greyish-brown bark. The leaves are petiole slen...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Neroli: the fragrance that exudes contentment
- One whiff of this unique fragrance will be enough to make anyone feel immensely contented. Particularly effective for insomnia and depression, it lingers in the air, leaving a sweet exquisite scent behind. Just light an essential oil lamp in your bedroom and it will relax your spirits, balance your mood and relieve any work-related stress and worries. With the fragrance of Neroli, only good dreams...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Citronnelle
- Remember the last Dumpling Festival? Did your mother or grandmother hang a pair of small bundle of sweet-scented grass in the morning on top of the door? Did they claim that the grass has the power to dispel evil when you use the water boiled with the leave for bathing? Did you remember the distinct, unmistakable lemon-like fragrance that left you feeling very invigorated? That leaf is none other ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Ginseng: root of immortality
- Translated to mean man root in Chinese, the name ginseng premises on the belief that the roots, with their attached limbs, resemble a human being. Due to its perceived kinship with the gods, the Chinese named it the root of immortality. Indeed, being closely associated with longevity and masculinity, the ginseng has always been regarded as the King of all tonics among the Chinese.History...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Muget des bois: a healing victory
- Known by its other name as Lily of the Valley or May Lily, muget des bois is an English plant used commonly as a perfume. Since the discovery of its virtues in aromatherapy, the use of muget des bois for healing has been increasingly widespread.HistoryAccording to a Sussex legend, St Leonard battled against a great dragon in the woods near Horsham and drove the beast away at the cost...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Thyme: elegance drifting through the ages of time
- Thyme is a herb that has been cultivated for centuries for both its medicinal and culinary uses.HistoryThe use of thyme has been recorded since 3000BC when the Sumerians used it as a medicinal ingredient while the Egyptians used it in the mummification process.The word ?thyme" comes from a Greek word meaning ?to fumigate". It was used in Greek temples as incense and both the G...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Illness - what can we do about it?
- Illness concerns everyone. How can we approach it? And what is the reason behind illness? Whether you need to stay well or get well, lifestyle changes are essential to help you win the fight against illness.The reason behind illnessThere is a reason behind illness. Sometimes the reason is virus or bacteria, sometimes there is a psychological or social reason. Many times it is ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Natural prevention & treatment for the flu: what your doctor may not know
- Flu can affect 10 to 30 percent of the U.S. population each winter. The flu virus can linger in the air for as long as three hours. In close quarters, conditions are ripe for the spread of the virus. That explains why the highest incidence of the flu is in 5- to 18-year-olds, who spend much of their time in school, in close contact with their classmates. The most serious complications occur in old...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Is heat or ice better for arthritis pain?
- You probably know that applying heat or ice to a painful joint can help relieve pain, but have questions about these simple techniques. Which one? Why? How often? How long?The only time you must choose "ice" is during the first 48 hours after a sudden injury or surgery. Cooling the area causes the nearby blood vessels to constrict; there is less swelling, so there is less pain. He...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Improve your eating habits to save money on prescriptions!
- Do you like the arthritis pain relief you get from over-the-counter anti-inflammatory pills (like ibuprofen)? But do they "bother your stomach"? Take an honest assessment of your eating habits. Think about your diet before you declare the cheaper NSAIDs off-limits and switch to the more expensive coxibs like Celebrex® or Bextra®. (Each costs about $1...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Snoring - a small change can make a big difference
- We all know how annoying snoring can be, both for the snorer and the partner. The effects and seriousness of snoring are becoming more apparent with snoring being linked to conditions like high blood pressure and coronary disease. The different types of snoring, range from a simple puff to a full on roar and there isn't one school of thought on the reasons behind snoring. Snoring, I believe, is a ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - An add case study: what does it mean to fail?
- Josh is a client of mine who is a junior in college. He's very smart. He's amazingly smart. Talk to Josh for an hour and you'll know how smart he is. But if you don't know Josh and you look at his grades from previous semesters, you would probably guess that he wasn't smart at all.Josh gets frustrated in school. He works hard, but often finds that the pressure of test taking overwhelms him,...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Tea tree oil
- Tea Tree Oil is one of the most useful products in nature. It has been used by some Aboriginal People in Australia for many centuries as one of their most useful medicines. Tea Tree oil is derived from Melaleuca Alternifloria which is a narrow-leafed paper bark tree that is native to certain parts of Australia. Some people think that it is called the Tea Tree because Captain Cook, who sailed from ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Healing heartburn holistically
- Everyone at some point in time has experienced some form of heartburn. Often, what we notice is a bitter, sour or acid taste in our mouths. At times, we may feel as if partially digested foods or liquids are moving from our stomach back towards our mouth. Sometimes we may also experience chest pain that increases when we lay down. Each of these is an indication of heartburn.Before we move o...