Archives for July, 2008
HOW CELL PHONES AFFECT YOUR HEALTH
Tuesday, July 29th, 2008
There has been a recent debate over whether cell phones and the electromagnetic radiation that they emit can increase a person’s cancer risk. Ronald Herberman, director of the University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute, warned consumers this week to limit exposure to cell phone radiation.
Herberman outlined ways to reduce exposure including switching ears during talking to […]
Acupuncture for Plantar Fasciitis
Saturday, July 26th, 2008
The plantar fascia is a thick band of tissue that supports the bottom of the foot. Plantar fasciitis is an inflammation of this band of tissue which causes intense and constant pain making standing, walking or even putting weight on the foot almost impossible.
No one knows for sure what causes this inflammation and worse of […]
QI GONG FOR HEALTH
Tuesday, July 22nd, 2008
The 4,000-year-old traditional Chinese medicine practice of Qi Gong can improve your health. Qi Gong is a system involving therapeutic health care, preventative health techniques and physical training. Qi Gong, or “energy cultivation,” integrates aerobic exercise, relaxation, meditation, and breathing exercises. When practiced regularly, Qi Gong strengthens the body’s vital energy.
Qi Gong can effectively treat […]
HEALING TOUCH THERAPY MAY CALM PATIENTS UNDERGOING MEDICAL PROCEDURES
Monday, July 21st, 2008
University of Cincinnati researchers are examining the combination of mild sedation and the Healing Touch complementary therapy to see if the latter is capable of calming patients undergoing minor medical procedures.
Healing Touch, an energy therapy, utilizes holistic techniques which balance a person’s vital energy. It can be safely used in conjunction with other conventional medical […]
HEALTH BENEFITS OF ACUPUNCTURE
Saturday, July 19th, 2008
Acupuncture utilizes a holistic approach to treating and curing a broad range of health conditions. Regardless of the particular health condition experienced, acupuncture enhances strength, vitality and energy, boosts the immune system, and speeds recovery.
Integrated into conventional therapy modalities, acupuncture can reduce medication side effects, minimize stress and improve circulation. Often, acupuncture is used as […]
ACUPUNCTURE CAN MAKE YOU FEEL YOUNGER
Friday, July 18th, 2008
Acupuncture facial rejuvenation, also known as cosmetic acupuncture, can enhance your physical appearance while improving your overall health. Acupuncture can improve a wide range of skin conditions, resulting in a more youthful skin tone.
The effects of sun damage, exposure to environmental toxins and stress can safely be reduced with acupuncture. Cosmetic acupuncture is a good […]
ACUPUNCTURE FOR WEIGHT LOSS
Wednesday, July 16th, 2008
In developing a weight loss plan individuals should view their weight loss goals as part of an overall long-term strategy to achieve an improved state of health. Developing a weight loss plan requires a steady course of weight loss with modest goals that will maximize the probability of permanent weight loss.
Combined with a reduced calorie […]
MEDITERRANEAN DIET MAY WARD OFF TYPE 2 DIABETES
Thursday, July 3rd, 2008
The Mediterranean diet, which is rich in fruits and vegetables and low in animal products, may protect against developing type 2 diabetes, according to a recent study.
The diet is often recommended as a way to protect against cardiovascular disease, but whether it protects against diabetes hasn’t been determined. The diet emphasizes vegetables, fruits, olive oil, […]
WOMEN TEND TO MISS ALMOST HALF THEIR MENOPAUSE-RELATED HOT FLASHES AND MEMORY DIFFICULTIES
Tuesday, July 1st, 2008
Women tend to miss almost half their menopause-related hot flashes, which are associated with memory difficulties, according to a University of Illinois at Chicago study that included 29 women with moderate to severe hot flashes.
The study participants wore monitors that measured skin temperature changes during a hot flash. Both subjective (self-reported) and objective (monitor-detected) hot […]