Therapies

By Anna Brooke Welcome to learning about the Makko Ho stretches, a series of gentle stretches based in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Introduced to the West by Zen Shiatsu master Shizuto Masunaga, the Makko Ho stretches are designed to both strengthen and improve organ function while opening the meridians, or…
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Capsaicin, responsible for the heat in chili peppers, was found to reduce metastasis in mice with lung adenocarcinoma. In vitro, capsaicin stopped metastasis by blocking the activation of a key protein that modulates the proliferation and motility of cancer cells.…
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  Do you ever experience any of these health issues?- Exhaustion;- Cravings for sweets;- Bad breath;- White coating on tongue;- Brain fog;- Hormone imbalance;- Joint pain;- Loss of erotic drive;- Chronic sinus and allergy issues;- Digestive problems (gas and bloating);- Weak immune system;- Urinary tract infection.…
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If you love making tomato-based sauces or tasty dishes, you’ve probably used oregano to boost their flavor. Also known as European oregano, wild marjoram or Spanish thyme, oregano is renowned for its culinary and medicinal purposes. This well-loved herb can also…
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Excessive sitting contributes to back pain and is an independent risk factor for ill health and premature death. Foundation Training exercises – simple yet powerful structural movements that help strengthen and realign your posture – can help…
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  By Peter Paul Parker (British musician) I am sure you must have heard of Bach Flower Remedies, and in particular, Rescue Remedy. Bach Flower remedies are stocked in all good high street health stores. Do you know how Dr. Bach actually created these remedies? They are the vibrational essences of flowers, and through a…
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  Essential oils are commonly used today for aromatherapy. It is a form of alternative medicine that is used to treat mild ailments and improve a person’s emotional well-being. Aside from being aromatic, essential oils also contain compounds that possess antimicrobial properties. One such example is carvacrol, a volatile…
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Menstrual cramps are a special type of pain that only those who have experienced them can truly understand. You might do your best to avoid pills the rest of the month, but when those cramps roll in, many women reach straight for the OTC pain pills in hopes of getting rid of the pain fast.…
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Hemp oil is one of the biggest trends in natural health right now, but is it legit? Many people are questioning if the purported health benefits of this once-prohibited plant are real – and science has the answer. There are many evidence-based uses for hemp, ranging from pain relief to nutrient supplementation.…
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Genes do not lie when it comes to determining what is good and healthy for the mind and body. When Massachusetts-based researchers conducted a genetic variation-based study of physical activity, they found strong evidence that exercise could help protect its practitioners from depression.…
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