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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Mosquitoes? no itch, no bite!
- When you are in the season of the mosquito, it is looked upon with horror for those who suffer allergic reactions. But even if you do not get these reactions it is still looked upon by most as an unpleasant, unavoidable summertime irritant. No one wants to be bitten, especially with the threat of West Nile and other diseases. But what can you do?The first step is to get yourself educated. K...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Aromatherapy favorites: patchouli essential oil
- Patchouli's History and UsesAh, Patchouli oil - people seem to love it or hate it. This well know essential oil has a somewhat deserved reputation as the scent of the Hippy generation (according to one source, it's use began as a mask for the odor of a particularly cherished herb), though it's traditional use dates back hundreds, perhaps thousands of years. Today, Patchouli oil has a...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Everything old is new again: rebuilding your vision
- Glasses, contacts, or surgery. These are the usual choices offered to those of us with bad vision. Orlin Sorensen, though, needed an alternative. A commercial airline pilot who found himself in jeopardy of being downsized after the 9/11 tragedies, Sorensen decided to go for broke and pursue his lifelong dream of becoming a Navy fighter pilot. The only catch was that Navy fighter candidates were re...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - An introduction to bach flower essences part ii ? the seven helpers
- The 12-7-19 Method of Bach Flower ClassificationDr. Edward Bach, developer of flower essence therapy, classified the original 38 essences he used in his practice according to the 12-7-19 method: the Twelve Healers, the Seven Helpers, and the Second Nineteen. In part I of this series, the Twelve Healer flower essences were reviewed, along with the underlying theory of flower essence t...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Herbs ? natures potent remedies
- Use of herbs for health and as a medicine has a history dating back to man's evolution on the planet. From times immemorial, man has experimented and used botanicals to heal and provide remedial treatments.Ancient cultures from India, China and Japan have remarkable history of herbal use which part of the pharmacopoeia of these cultures. While the herbs have been extensively, there are very...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Self hypnosis cd recordings
- The purpose of this article is not to offer an opinion about the efficacy of hypnosis as used by any hypnotherapist. The BMA has long since acknowledged its place as a useful psychological intervention method.Furthermore, self hypnosis is being taught to expectant mothers with amazing results to help reduce any discomfort during childbirth. Dentists may use it to either help with a patient'...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The raindrop technique massage
- Raindrop Technique is a procedure for applying therapeutic grade essential oils to the feet, back and spine. It is a form of aromatherapy. Raindrop icorporates certain Native American concepts, including a special form of massage called "feather stroking" which is simular to a massage technique called "effeurage".Another aspect of Raindrop is "Vita Flex," a therapeutic maneuver adapted from...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Lemon and parsley home remedies
- You might think of lemon and parsley as great garnishes for your drink glass and plate, but did you know that you can use them to ease symptoms of common minor ailments?Sure, the lemon makes a good drink and even tastes good squirted on fish, but you might want to make sure you have some on hand for more than dinner. The lemon can be your best friend when you have a common headache. Simply ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Garlic ? my favorite healing herb
- Garlic is a wonderful healing herb and, unlike many of the other herbs, it tastes great and can be incorporated into a variety of meals. Garlic has been used for over 5000 years as a healing herb and has strong antibacterial, and antiviral properties. But it's health benefits extend well beyond it's infection fighting properties. It is also reputed to help lower cholesterol and blood pressure as w...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Use fresh herbs in your cooking
- Many common herbs that you might use in cooking are well known for there healing properties. Using them in cooking is a great way to incorporate the healing attributes of natural herbs with your meals. Chances are you probably already use some herbs in your cooking like basil and thyme but experimenting with even more herbs can add taste to your dishes while improving health.Cooking with fr...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Guide to some common herbs that heal
- Herbs have long been an acceptable way to fight common ailments and while they should not take the place of medical advice, can be a great supplement to your current medical care. There are many common herbs that have healing properties which you may not even know about.Some of the herbs like garlic, parsley, rosemary and cayenne you may associate more with cooking, but these plants also ha...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Alternative medicine vs conventional medicine - pt 2
- In Part 1 we discussed the fact that 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. What has caused this never-ending increase of deadly diseases that wreak such havoc on the body today?If conventional medicine was the answer t...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - You cant fool mother nature
- In the 1970's, there was a margarine commercial with the message of "you can't fool mother nature." This statement never held more true than it does today.Up until the very early 1900's, the farming and livestock in this country was grown and raised using natural and organic methods. It was just the way it was done and it didn't need to be called "organic". In the last 50 years or so, more ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Treat cold sores, sore throats, and warts naturally
- Tired of costly medications, prescriptions and time lost for doctor's appointments, I found myself on a constant search for alternative, affordable health solutions to heal such common painful infections as sore throats, cold sores and warts. Everyone has had at least one of these in their lifetime. The quick methods below will remove warts, clear painful sore throats and heal unsightly cold sores...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to best use your summer energy
- Summer EnthusiasmAccording to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) there are five elements that contribute to all activities: TREE / WOOD, FIRE, SOIL / EARTH, METAL and WATER.Fire is the element of summer ? so how can this help to put more of YOU in summer?The direction of this seasons element - Fire - is upward and outward! It is a great time of year to be very active, take adv...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The aromatherapy home medicine chest ? part i: the essential oils
- Here we will have a brief look at ten essential oils considered by some to comprise the 'basic home care kit'. While by no means exhaustive, this list will go a long way to providing effective (and often pleasant!) treatments for you and your family for things like cuts and scrapes, sunburn, digestive troubles, stress related conditions and more. In the second article, we will cover specific appli...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - An introduction to bach flower essences part i ? the twelve healers
- What are Bach Flower Essences?Pioneered by Dr. Edward Bach in the 1930's, a flower essence is a liquid preparation imprinted with the etheric pattern of a particular flower. Like a homeopathic remedy, the liquid ? usually spring water with a little brandy added for preservation ? contains little or no detectable chemical substance of the flower from which it was made. Instead, the li...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Aloe vera, an alternative that will improve your looks and your outlook
- Do you remember your teen years? Remember that schoolmate that had a less than perfect complexion and always seemed to be the object of cruel comments? Sure, you can relate to what I'm saying! Perhaps it was even you at the receiving end of those comments. Unfortunate as it may be, as a teenager, our outward appearance plays a vital role in issues of self-esteem. Our peers often exasperate the tin...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Magnetic bracelet used in research study now in united states
- At the end of 2004 results from a study on arthritis patients in the UK was published in the British Medical Journal.It stated that it had found positive pain reliving results using a magnetic bracelet. This was an independent study, which has been widely reported in publications and on the Internet.The study did not name the product but it was the Bioflow Magnetic Bracelet that was ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Preventing benign prostatic hypertrophy through ayurveda
- Definition: Benign prostatic hypertrophy is swelling of Prostate gland. The prostate is a walnut sized gland that is only present in men. It is located just below the bladder and top of the penis. This gland surrounds the urethra ( the tube through which urine flows from the bladder and out through the penis ). It is a very astonishing fact to know that the condition BPH has been explained in ayur...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Low back pain
- About 85 percent of the population will experience disabling low back pain at least once during their lives! That's almost all of us. The problem is so bad that at any one time, according to one researcher, 6.8% of the U.S. adult population is suffering from an episode of back pain lasting more than two weeks. That's a lot of bad backs. The estimated cost of this problem in the U.S. is over $50 bi...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Memory loss
- Memory loss affects thousands of people every year. Memory loss is often attributed to "getting older." In reality, age-related memory loss is a fallacy. The latest scientific research indicates that memory loss is actually a direct result of decreased use of the memory centers within the brain.At first, memory changes often appear subtle. For example, you may walk into a room and forg...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Keeping well when monsoon dwells
- First showers of monsoon are heartily welcomed by everyone after experiencing the scorching heat of summer. But monsoons reduce the immunity of our body and make us susceptible to many diseases which are commonly associated with this season. It is time for us to keep our body resistant against diseases by boosting our immunity and taking precautions against these diseases.The diseases assoc...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Classical music therapy
- Music, more than entertainment, has played an instrumental role in healing and harmonizing the mind, body and spirit. For thousands of years, the Vedic culture has used sound and music for body and mind balancing, health enhancement, healing promotion and encouragement of heightened awareness. The Greek mathematician, Pythagoras theorized that music diminished and even eradicated negative energy a...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Going back to the basics: revival of traditional treatment through herbs
- Herbal medicine has its origins in ancient cultures including those of the Egyptians, American Indians and Chinese. It involves the medicinal use of plants to treat disease and enhance general health and wellbeing.There are over 750,000 plants on earth. Relatively speaking, only a very few of the healing herbs have been studied scientifically. And because modern pharmacology looks for one a...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to stop bleeding gums
- Bleeding gums can be one sign of periodontal disease, gingivitis, or other serious problems. Other symptoms like bad breath, toothache, and receding gums indicate poor dental health.Gum disease affects the tissues that surround and support the teeth. Bacteria affect the gum, which can turn into tartar and plaque buildup, irritate your gums and lead to bleeding and receding gums. Top quality...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to cure allergy naturally?
- When the immune system in our body finds or realizes anything as foreign to the body, it immediately releases antibodies like histamines to fight against the foreign substance. This causes inflammation which is called allergy in our body.There are many natural remedies for allergies available. Although natural remedies are easily available without prescription, it is better to consult a doc...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Ginger for upset stomach
- The common ginger root used in cooking has been found to alleviate nausea, indigestion, and motion sickness.For motion sickness ginger is more effective than the common Dramamine, says the British medical journal Lancet. Researchers recommend 1,500 mg. of ginger approximately 30 minutes before travel. An alternative is a 12 oz. glass of ginger ale. Another study found that a 940 mg. dose of...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Heart healthy
- "Open your heart to me, my own," whispers Grandmother Growth so softly you aren't certain you hear her. "Open the wisdom way of compassion here in your heart and draw me inside. Let Grandmother Growth be inside you, helping you encompass the whole, in the beat of your own heart, my heart, Crone's heart."Step 0: Do NothingThinking of taking hormone replacement to keep your hear...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Herbal and home remedies that prevent memory loss
- Even a single family member who is senile or afflicted with Alzheimer's is enough to make anyone dread the possibility. Since women have always lived longer than men, the Ancient Grandmothers have a thing or two to tell us about how to keep our memory sharp until the day we die (at 100+). These remedies are taken from my book New Menopausal Years the Wise Woman Way. They are arranged in order of s...