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09/16/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Goji berry extract found to be an effective treatment for two deadly tropical diseases

Goji berries, which are full of nutrients, are a popular remedy. According to a study, the brightly colored berries could also be used to treat two fatal tropical diseases. The research was published in the European Journal of Medical Chemistry. Can goji berries fight the parasites that cause fascioliasis and schistosomiasis? The research centered around a […]

09/05/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Acupuncture reduces the occurrence of breast cancer-related lymphedema: Study

Painful swellings called lymphedema can appear on a patient’s arms after undergoing surgery and radiation therapy for breast cancer. A Chinese study suggested that acupuncture could decrease the chances of this complication, thereby improving the quality of life for cancer patients. Despite the advent of less invasive treatments, lymphedema remains a common problem for breast […]

09/01/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Case study: Integrated use of yoga and naturopathy found to effectively manage metabolic syndrome, improve quality of life

An interesting case study detailed the application of integrated yoga and naturopathy (IYN) in managing metabolic syndrome (MetS) of an obese individual. The patient showed significant improvements in MetS-related parameters after a six-week therapy session involving customized treatment. This outcome suggests that it is not only possible to integrate yoga and naturopathy together, but that […]

09/01/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Tai Chi found to significantly improve knee movement and flexibility in osteoarthritis patients

For older adults seeking a drug-free approach to managing knee osteoarthritis (OA), practicing tai chi could be the key to improving their knee movement and flexibility. Knee OA is one of the most common joint problems that people run into as they get older. However, it’s considered to be a major cause of disability for […]

08/20/2018 / By Janine Acero

Acupuncture found highly effective for treating primary dysmenorrhea

Some people take one look at needles and wince in pain. But in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), a popular healing technique using needles has been used for relieving pain for thousands of years. Acupuncture has been known as an effective treatment for pain, and one study focused on its efficacy as a remedy for gynecological problems, particularly […]

08/14/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Burn patients feel less pain when they undergo music therapy

Burn injuries are among the most severe traumas that can be experienced, which makes it difficult to treat burn patients. Music therapy has been known to help in pain management. In a study review published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, researchers evaluated the effect of music intervention in the recovery of burn patients. […]

07/29/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Try these natural ways to reduce pain and stress

You’re most likely not a stranger to stress. Whether it’s because of your job, your finances, or your relationships, you go through it every day. But just because it happens all the time doesn’t mean you should just ignore it. Prolonged exposure to stress can result in more than just a bad day, so finding […]

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 […]

07/26/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Put your back into it – 5 exercises (and one warm-up) to heal a bad back

If you’re reading this because you threw your back out, you’re not alone: Back pain is one of the most common medical problems in the U.S., affecting at least eight of 10 people at some point during their lifetime, according to the National Institutes of Health. It’s also one of the conditions that people will just […]

07/20/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Treating that pain in your butt: Relieve piriformis syndrome with these little-known non-invasive treatments

Have you ever felt pain or tenderness in one of your buttocks? Has an inexplicable tingling or numbness spread from that area down to the rest of your leg? If you’ve ever experienced either of these sensations, then you may have piriformis syndrome. Taking its name from the piriformis muscle, this condition occurs when tightness […]

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