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12/21/2018 / By Carol Anderson

Acupuncture is an effective treatment for headaches associated with traumatic brain injury: Study

Acupuncture is a widely-known traditional Chinese practice. It’s used by many not just for ensuring the balance of the “chi” but also for addressing various illnesses. In a study published in the Medical Acupuncture Journal, researchers found that the practice can also relieve headaches caused by a traumatic brain injury (TBI). According to the Centers for Disease […]

10/19/2018 / By Carol Anderson

Reducing your salt intake by just 1 teaspoon a day can do wonders for your heart

In the U.K., there are about 60,666 deaths per year caused by stroke and at least 124,037 deaths caused by ischemic heart disease. With these alarming figures, it helps to know that researchers found that reducing salt intake by three grams per day can lower blood pressure, which in turn can help reduce the occurrence of these […]

07/27/2018 / By Carol Anderson

Periodically constipated? A traditional Japanese foot massage can alleviate its symptoms, according to a study

Constipation is a topic that many people aren’t comfortable with – partly because of the pain, bloating, and straining associated with it. In a recent study, researchers from the Shinshu University School of Medicine in Japan found that using a traditional method of massaging tired feet also relieves constipation. The findings of their study, published […]

07/06/2018 / By Carol Anderson

What you need to know about using herbal remedies to treat anxiety disorders

Treating anxiety, much like with other mental health problems, largely involves the use of prescribed drugs. However, it’s a well-known fact that the long-term use of these medications cause adverse side effects. Fortunately, herbal remedies are becoming more readily available. More sufferers are now opting for natural ways to treat their conditions, seeing how this option poses fewer […]

07/05/2018 / By Carol Anderson

Supplementing with vitamin D shown to reduce chronic lower back pain

Back pain is something everyone experiences at one point, and it’s something we wouldn’t like to endure all the time. It’s said that Americans alone spend $50 billion annually for treatment and expensive pharmaceutical drugs. Fortunately, researchers found a more natural – and way cheaper – solution to this growing problem. A study published in Pain Physician suggests that […]

07/04/2018 / By Carol Anderson

Natural solutions to halt mosquitoes

Now that summer is finally here, it seems like an exciting idea to spend more time in the great outdoors or let the sunshine enter through the open windows. However, pesky mosquitoes are also out to enjoy the influx of people at this time of the year. There’s no need to panic, though. You can […]

07/03/2018 / By Carol Anderson

How acupuncture works: Explaining the five elements theory

Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicinal technique which stimulates specific points of the body by inserting tiny needles, promoting good body circulation and alleviating pain. Most of the people who seek out acupuncture suffer from musculoskeletal problems, which include lower back pains, knee pain, and shoulder stiffness. The Five Elements theory, based on the five elements of […]

07/02/2018 / By Carol Anderson

10 Reasons why unfiltered apple cider vinegar is good for your health

If you are always on the lookout for the next big thing in health and wellness, you probably have heard of the health benefits of apple cider vinegar. Apple cider vinegar (ACV) contains a wealth of raw enzymes and beneficial bacteria and the fermentation process accounts for the many health benefits like lowering cholesterol levels, maintaining […]

06/29/2018 / By Carol Anderson

Traditional Amazonian medicine, ayahuasca, found to be a safe alternative treatment for depression

Depression is a common and serious medical illness that affects how you feel, act, or perform. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, 16 million adults in the U.S. had at least one depressive episode in 2012. Meanwhile, 350 million people worldwide suffer from the condition. With these overwhelming statistics and the seeming ineffective […]

06/11/2018 / By Carol Anderson

Acupuncture improves the circulatory system by chartering energy pathways in the body

Acupuncture is now a widely known medicinal alternative to relieve chronic pain. Through skin penetration using small needles, certain nerve endings in our body become stimulated which help relieve us from a lot of health conditions including cardiovascular diseases. Acupuncture does a great deal in promoting a healthy circulatory system. In just one session, blood […]

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