by Stephanie Reese, Ph.D. — Depression is one of the most common health conditions in the world. Contrary to popular thinking, people experiencing depression are incapable of just “pulling themselves together.” Depression is a medical illness involving both mind and body. It affects how a person thinks and behaves, and can cause a variety of […]
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Is soy bad for thyroid function
August 14, 2012
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by Dr. Sima Aidun — Long-standing debates exist as to whether or not soy is safe for thyroid function. Soy products are currently heavily marketed to women in the menopausal age group to help with symptoms such as hot flashes and night sweats. The potential anti-thyroid effect of soy might be more relevant with these […]
What can fish oil do for you?
August 7, 2012
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by Dr. Denise Quance Grobe — There are two main groups of essential fatty acids: omega-3 and omega-6. Proper cell function depends on a balanced intake of these fats. Even though our bodies cannot produce these fats, they are considered “essential,” as they are required for maintaining health. The most beneficial essential fatty acid is […]
Infertility: A secretive disease
August 6, 2012
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by Kelly K. Damron — There is a drive in our genetic code to procreate. Eighty-eight percent of the population can have children with little effort, but the remaining 12 percent may struggle for years with infertility issues and may never achieve the success and joy of parenthood via natural pregnancy. What is infertility? It […]
Are your hormones out of whack?
August 6, 2012
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by Dr. Paul Stallone — Many of us have heard or used the expression “Your hormones are out of whack.” Whether the reference was made about a spouse, friend, co-worker or even ourselves, we may wonder how much validity this slang-phrased statement truly carries. Quite a bit, actually. Hormones are powerful chemical messengers produced by […]
“Whole”istic medicine — Jill’s story
August 1, 2012
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by Dr. Thomas Alexander — It’s almost midnight. Jill tosses around in bed unable to fall asleep. The events of the last two years flash through her mind as she thinks about her doctor’s appointment in the morning. She’s not sure exactly when it all happened. She remembers what was probably the initial trauma in […]
The all encompassing tai chi
July 31, 2012
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by Ben Serpas — There are several techniques one can use to manage stress, such as deep breathing, biofeedback, massage, meditation, progressive muscle relaxation, thought-stopping, visualization and yoga. However, one specific technique includes all of these — tai chi, a form of qi gong (chi kung), which is considered the Chinese form of yoga. Tai […]
Molds and vaccinations: Recipes for disaster
July 31, 2012
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by Dr. Steven Siegel — You might be wondering what molds and vaccines could possibly have in common. The answer is that they both contain remnant, residual byproducts called biotoxins that can continue to recirculate in the body, eliciting an immune response. In fact, it’s not an immune deficiency that most people assume underlies their […]
Finding solace after loss
July 28, 2012
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by Joy Abrams — It is very traumatic to lose someone you love. This heart-wrenching experience is filled with great challenges. Whether the departed is a relative, a friend or a pet, the experience is never easy. The surge of emotions that rush through your mind and body can leave you depleted. Grieving is not […]
Multiple chemical sensitivity: Modern-day canaries in the mineshaft
July 19, 2012
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by Dr. Martha Grout — In the early 1950s, Dr. Theron G. Randolph noted that several of his patients had a “petrochemical problem,” in that they became ill when passing through the heavily industrialized areas of northwest Indiana and South Chicago. Randolph was a new breed of “clinical ecologists” who believed that chemical antigens are […]
Energy healing for the heart
July 19, 2012
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by Khayriyyah Savannah — When the heart needs healing, love and joy are the best medicine. Who can dispute the loving touch of a mother’s hand as the original healing modality? What brings us back to wholeness in body, mind and spirit is that which heals the heart. Beyond high cholesterol and blood pressure levels, […]
Natural hormone therapy helping women
July 13, 2012
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by Dr. Theo Christodoulakis — Today, many women are aware of all the natural choices available for their many ailments, from menopause to hot flashes to PMS. Perhaps the information overload has them wondering if they should visit their local supplement store to try a vitamin or an herb for their problems. Although some good […]
The power of joy
July 10, 2012
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by Kandi and Faith — The Angels want to remind us that we are all spiritual beings having a human experience. The very core of who we are is love. As humans, we experience duality, or two basic emotions. Every feeling we experience stems from either love or fear. The feeling of joy stems from […]



August 15, 2012
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