Stop Smoking- It Increases Risk Of Blindness
January 21st, 2010
UCLA researchers have found that even after the age of 80, smoking increases a person’s risk of developing AMD, age-related macular degeneration, the leading cause of blindness among those aged 65 and over, suggesting it is never too late to give up the habit.
The study led by Dr. Anne Coleman, professor of ophthalmology at […]
Acupuncture Reduces Hot Flashes
January 19th, 2010
Not only is acupuncture as effective as drug therapy at reducing hot flashes in breast cancer patients, it has the added benefit of potentially increasing a woman’s sex drive and improving her sense of well-being, according to a Henry Ford Hospital study.
Acupuncture, when compared to drug therapy, has a longer lasting effect on the reduction […]
Herbs For Heart Health
January 18th, 2010
Chinese herbal medicine is a system of health care that may be utilized as a holistic alternative or integrative therapy to conventional medicine and treatment.
Most herbs are available as a combined supplement in Chinese medicine formulas; some are sold as single herb supplements as well. A few of the herbs, like gingko, possess mild […]
Acupuncture For Facial Rejuvenation
January 12th, 2010
Facial rejuvenation acupuncture, also known as cosmetic acupuncture, can slow the signs of aging while treating any underlying cause which may be contributing to the aging process.
Acupuncture for facial rejuvenation can improve dermal contraction and face and neck muscle tone, firming the skin and filling out wrinkles. Acupuncture stimulates metabolism and increases blood and […]
Acupuncture and Moxibustion
January 11th, 2010
Moxibustion is a traditional Chinese medicine therapy which consists of burning sticks or cones of moxa (Artemisia vulgaris, or mugwort) on or beside an acupuncture point to restore the balance of yin and yang. Heat is often utilized in traditional Chinese medicine to treat yang energy deficiencies in the body.
The most common form of […]
Anxiety Disorders And Traditional Chinese Medicine
January 7th, 2010
Anxiety is a normal reaction to every day life stressors but can become a disabling disorder. Types of anxiety disorders include: Generalized anxiety, obsessive-compulsive, panic, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety disorders.
Anxiety disorders are often treated with medication and psychotherapy. Acupuncture and other traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) therapies can be a natural and safe alternative […]
Exercises For Neck And Shoulder Pain
January 6th, 2010
Strength training exercises using dumbbells can reduce pain and improve function in the trapezius muscle, the large muscle which extends from the back of the head, down the neck and into the upper back.
A recent study evaluated strength training exercises aimed at reducing repetitive strain injury in female office workers. Findings indicated that specific […]
Acupuncture For Pregnancy and Childbirth
January 4th, 2010
Pre-birth acupuncture can aid in the treatment of many pregnancy-related conditions, including: Nausea, high blood pressure and back pain. Pre-birth acupuncture can naturally induce and shorter labor, decrease dependence on epidural pain medication and help to prevent emergency caesarean delivery.
The Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists of Canada claims 20 percent fewer caesarean sections could […]
Managing Holiday Stress
January 4th, 2010
The holidays may be fun but they can also contribute to stress. Stress can manifest as a general pain condition, elevated blood pressure, insomnia, digestive disorders, and headache. You should attempt to maintain your normal routine during the holidays.
Reduce holiday stress by:
Exercising regularly.
Taking time for relaxing activities.
Avoiding elaborate holiday […]
Echinacea And Acupuncture For Colds
December 15th, 2009
Taking an echinacea herbal product can reduce your chances of catching a cold by nearly 50 percent. Echinacea can also reduce a cold’s duration by 1-4 days. When echinacea is combined with vitamin C, cold incidence can be reduced by 80 percent.
With over 200 viruses capable of causing the common cold, echinacea can protect […]