All Entries in the "Alternative Medicine" Category
Black Rice – The New Superfood
Few of us have probably heard of Black Rice, which according to Chinese legend was only for emperors to eat, so nutritious, tasty and rare was it. But now this rare grain, with its health giving properties is likely to make its appearance in grocery stores nearby.
Like blackberries, and blueberries, black rice contains anthocyanin antioxidants [...]
Green Tea For Good Teeth?
Green tea, as you well know, is known to be good for a wide array of health benefits – from improving heart health to treating cancer, from preventing infection to improving immune function and even helping treat cancer!
Now recently scientists have found that green tea is even good for our teeth! Not just does green [...]
Basic Differences Between Orthodox And Alternative Medicine
There are some basic differences between conventional or orthodox medicine and alternative remedies. Some interesting points of contrast between the two are:
Conventional medicine is based on scientific study; alternative medicine could be based on that as well as spiritual, mystical and even intuitive insights.
The main difference is that of orientation, while conventional medicine is curative, [...]
9 Proven Natural Cures From Alternative Medicine
The National Institutes of health have endorsed a list of nine alternative and complementary treatments that really work and offer cures that you can trust”
Massage for depression – It can ease chronic mental and emotional stress, helps release endorphins in response to physical touch and may be as effective as prescription antidepressants.
Tai Chi for insomnia [...]
Earthworms To Treat Cancer?
Although many of us would be skeptical if not downright revolted at the idea of earthworms curing any of our ailments, the fact is that earthworms have been closely associated with medicine for a while now.
In certain parts of eastern Asia, earthworms are eaten with bread to help get rid of stones in the bladder. [...]
Fibromyalgia – What Is It And What Alternative Medicine Can Help?
Fibromyalgia is a disorder that causes chronic, widespread pain and response to pressure that is painful. It is a condition of being hyper-aware of environmental stimuli including pain, smell, vibration, light, sound etc.
People with Fibromyalgia may also have trouble with swallowing, with their bowel movement and abnormalities with the bladder.
Fatigue, anxiety and depression are also [...]
Alternative Therapies Give Immense Relief From Back Pain
Anyone who has had recurring, chronic aches and pains knows how difficult the pain is to live with and also how very difficult it is to get rid of it. However, a new study has shown that alternative treatments are of immense benefit for back pain.
As many as 60% of those surveyed said that they [...]
Alternative Remedies For Anxiety
The Mayo Clinic is a source of very reliable, scientific study based information about mainstream medicine; and in a recent article, they have highlighted information about alternative remedies / supplements for treating anxiety.
Although it is not fully understood how these herbal supplements work to reduce feelings of anxiety and also side effects and varying degrees [...]
