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Aromatherapy is the therapeutic use of plant-derived, aromatic essential oils to promote physical and psychological well-being. It is sometimes used in combination with massage and other therapeutic h....

Coenzyme Q is a fat-soluble nutrient also known as CoQ, vitamin Q, ubidecarenone, or ubiquinone. It is a natural product of the human body that is primarily found in the mitochondria, which are the coQ...

Panchakarma is the purification therapy used in Ayurvedic medicine. The word panchakarma means five actions and refers to five procedures intended to intensively cleanse and restore balance to the boe....

Ischemia is an insufficient supply of oxygenated blood to an organ, usually due to a blocked artery.Myocardial ischemia is an intermediate condition in coronary artery disease during which the heart g....

Ayurvedic medicine is a system of healing that originated in ancient India. In Sanskrit, means life or living, and means knowledge, so Ayurveda has been defined as the "knowledge of living&#t....

Senior nutrition is concerned with the special dietary requirements of the elderly. In his book, , Earl Mindell, Ph.D, R.Ph (Registered Pharmacist), Master Herbalist, and best-selling author of books.....

A heart attack is the death of, or damage to, part of the heart muscle because its blood supply is severely reduced or stopped.Heart attack is the leading cause of death in the United States. Approxi)....

Hypnotherapy can help you enter a relaxed state of mind that allows you to alter the perception of stress and learn to better cope with difficulties in your life.

Cirrhosis is a chronic degenerative disease of the liver in which normal liver cells are damaged and then replaced by scar tissue. There are different types of cirrhosis that could afflict a person.Cg....

Diet and exercise are crucial in any weight loss plan; however, patients can improve their chances by participating in psychotherapy. Psychotherapy is essential for helping patients lose weight and learn new skills to keep the weight off.

Retinal detachment is a serious eye disorder in which the retina, a thin tissue of cells located in the back of the eye, separates from the underlying tissue layers.There are three layers of the eyebs....

Qi gong and tai chi, which have been clinically shown to improve the function of the immune system, can be used in the treatment and/or prevention of allergies.

Chinese qi gong has been practiced for centuries to promote health and mental clarity and has been shown, through time-honored practice and scientific investigation, to be effective in relieving the symptoms of a variety of ailments, including stress.

The Chinese practice of Qi Gong is purported to have a number of positive effects on the aging body. Many Chinese physicians believe that Qi Gong helps to increase strength and flexibility, boost immune function, strengthen the respiratory system, and preserve cognitive function.

Retinopathy is a noninflammatory disease of the retina. There are many causes and types of retinopathy.The retina is the thin membrane that lines the back of the eye and contains light-sensitive cellt....

Rosen method bodywork is a gentle hands-on approach to relaxation and awareness that was developed by Marion Rosen through her 30 years of experience as a physical therapist. Rosen method movement cog....

Garlic (), is a plant with long, flat grasslike leaves and a papery hood around the flowers. The greenish white or pink flowers are found grouped together at the end of a long stalk. The stalk rises y....

Gastrodia is a preparation made from the rhizome or tuber of an orchid, . It is a member of the Orchidaceae family. is a native of the Far East; its natural areas of distribution include Tibet, wests....

Menstrual cramps affect more than 50 percent of women worldwide and more than 15 percent suffer from severe cramping that limits physical activity. Acupressure can reduce the pain associated with menstrual cramps and provide a natural form of relief.

Working with a practitioner of naturopathic medicine can help you reduce the risk of having a stroke, through diet, exercise, supplements, and other alternative therapies.