by Dr. Charles Schwengel — Cancer is a complex process to understand and treat. There are many types of cancer, each with its own set of predisposing factors, growth rates and treatment options. What is common to all is the uncontrolled growth of malignant cells which endangers healthy tissues and functions. These uncontrolled growths of […]
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Lectins worse than gluten
December 9, 2012
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by Mary Budinger — One of the reasons grains may be such a problem to eat is because they contain lectins — in addition to gluten. Although gluten in wheat, rye and barley has gotten the headlines, lectins are a bigger problem, according to Sayer Ji, author of The Dark Side of Wheat. Wheat found […]
Keep it simple
November 29, 2012
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by Dr. Melenie Dunn — If you have a car, you likely fill your gas tank when it nears empty. You change the oil every 3,000 miles or so. You rotate the tires. These are considered common-sense habits that will maintain the excellent function of your car for as long as possible. Now, apply these […]
Music — A doorway to the soul and a harmonic path to healing
October 1, 2012
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by Dudley Evenson — All cultures on every part of the planet, from ancient times to this day, have used music in some way to lift the spirit and to enhance the healing process. Music, because of its nature, is a link between the external and internal worlds, a bridge to the spirit and a doorway […]
Reduce stress and strengthen your immune system
September 29, 2012
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by Sarah McLean — A healthy immune system regulates our body’s healing process and protects it against infections and diseases. When stress compromises our immune function, it can result in colds, flu, fatigue, cardiovascular disorders and premature aging — or big trips to the hospital. Stress increases heart rate, blood pressure, glucose levels, adrenaline, cortisol, […]
Meditation lowers heart rate and blood pressure
September 27, 2012
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by Sarah McLean — About 10 million Americans say they practice meditation daily. Like taking time daily to brush their teeth, those who meditate usually practice 10 to 30 minutes of silence each day, which gives them a break from the constant bombardment of information everyone faces. Whether practiced on its own, or following yoga […]
Cosmetic acupuncture: A great alternative
September 23, 2012
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by Dr. Steven Cooner — Cosmetic acupuncture is an area of Oriental medicine that reduces wrinkles; rejuvenates the skin; reduces cellulite, acne, varicose veins and scar inflammation; and augments and enhances the breasts. This specialty area of acupuncture is non-radical, has no side-effects and is a safe procedure that leaves patients feeling healthier and looking […]
Skin and vitamin C
September 9, 2012
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by Tammy Shetterly — As the body’s largest organ, the skin is an outward sign of inner health; therefore, the same poor lifestyle choices that negatively affect the heart and lungs also damage the strength and health of our skin. Smoking, over-consumption of carbonated and/or alcoholic beverages, and sleep depravation decrease the amount of blood, […]
Serious help for vaginitis
September 8, 2012
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by Julia Busch — Real relief for vaginal thinning, burning, itching, irritation and atrophy may be found in colostrum-based creams. Even women who derive little or no support from herbal preparations, topical estrogen or testosterone may benefit. According to a clinical study by Dr. F. Starflinger and Kolostral-Milch GmbH, of 62 patients using colostrum cream, […]
The science of happiness
September 7, 2012
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by Irene Conlan — Happiness is an interesting concept. Try to define what it means, and you may find yourself at a loss for words. Most of the time we know what it is to us personally, but cannot say what it is to anyone else. A working definition says it is a state of […]
What is Reiki?
September 6, 2012
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by Hila Ferguson — Reiki is one of the most ancient healing arts known to humans. Administered by “laying on hands,” it is based on the idea that the unseen life force energy that flows through our bodies causes us to be alive. It is a healing system that works with the energy and chakra […]
Natural seasonal helpers for allergies
September 4, 2012
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by Shalon Utah — The runny nose … the itchy, watery eyes … when they hit, you know it is here — allergy season. And because of the diverse plant life across the country, it seems almost no one can escape these annoying symptoms. Allergies are initiated when the immune system attacks substances such as […]
Testing supplements for worthiness
September 1, 2012
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by Dr. Glenn S. Chapman — If you care about your health, you likely take supplements. You probably don’t know it, but you could be wasting your money on some of them. Here’s a typical scenario: You have a chronic condition — allergies, asthma, ADHD, cancer, Crohn’s, diabetes, fibromyalgia, inflammatory bowel, lupus, MS, Parkinson’s, rheumatoid […]
January 10, 2013
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