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Flower power: Kolkata engineers play herbal Holi

Flower power: Kolkata engineers play herbal Holi

Plucking marigold petals is not what mechanical engineering students of Jadavpur University in Bengal usually do. But in the run up to this Holi, that's precisely what they're doing, as part of an effort to manufacture and popularise the us [...]

Posted On : Mar, 22 2008 | Comments : 0

Herbal Medicines For Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis, or "brittle bones," occurs when the bone density is reduced, resulting in thin, weak, and porous bones. The bone becomes thin due to a loss of calcium, causing persistent backache, in the neck, rib, and hip area, The [...]

Posted On : Jan, 12 2008 | Comments : 0

the power of scent

the power of scent

Smell and Sickness You don't have to dig scientific papers to prove that aromatherapy works. Smell can make you sick or enhance your mood. How? Try this easy aromatherapy test. Have an close, intimate conversation with someone who have one [...]

Posted On : Jan, 08 2008 | Comments : 0

Homeopathy gaining popularity

Homeopathy gaining popularity

HOMEOPATThe Indian homeopathy market is expected to top Rs.26 billion by 2010 and outpace the growth of pharmaceutical industry in the country, says a study by a leading industry chamber."Users of homeopathy are multiplying not only wi [...]

Posted On : Dec, 10 2007 | Comments : 0

Herbal Sex Pills Pose Hidden Dangers

Many of the pills marketed as safe herbal alternatives to Viagra and other prescription sex medications pose a hidden danger: For men on common heart and blood-pressure drugs, popping one could lead to a stroke, or even death."All-natu [...]

Posted On : Nov, 14 2007 | Comments : 0

Pressure Points 3: Types Of Points

In our first article we talked about some of the reasons why there is confusion about whether or not pressure points work and why, in my opinion, some people probably legitimately believe that pressure points do not work. I broached the sub [...]

Posted On : Oct, 06 2007 | Comments : 0

Herbal medicine's secret exposed

Taiwanese scientists have identified a bioactive compound in ginger that effectively treats bacteria-triggered diarrhoea, the main cause of infant death in the developing world. Hsiang Chien-Yun and colleagues at the China Medical Universit [...]

Posted On : Sep, 29 2007 | Comments : 0

Acupressure or Acupuncture Points

Acupressure is a traditional Chinese technique based on the same principles as acupuncture. Unlike acupuncture, that uses needles to achieve response, acupressure uses gentle but firm physical pressure exerted by hand, elbow, and foot or wi [...]

Posted On : Sep, 15 2007 | Comments : 0

Benefits of eating fish outweigh potential risks

Benefits of eating fish outweigh potential risks

Researchers at Harvard University analyzed the benefits and risks of eating fish, a potential source of mercury and dioxin contamination. They calculated that eating one to two fish meals per week, especially fish high in omega-3 fats, redu [...]

Posted On : Aug, 31 2007 | Comments : 0

Reflexology Gains Popularity

Where conventional medicine has failed, natural medicine can make a real difference. This is true of herbal medicine, meditation, and massage. This article deals with how reflexology is helping to alleviate symptoms and improve one's overal [...]

Posted On : Aug, 20 2007 | Comments : 1

Residents worry about losing hydrotherapy pool

Residents worry about losing hydrotherapy pool

The possible closure of a hydrotherapy pool to the public at the end of the summer is leaving physiotherapy clients bent out of shape.Mary Friesen of Tilbury drives in to the Chatham Retirement Resort twice a week to receive hydrotherapy, [...]

Posted On : Aug, 15 2007 | Comments : 0

Reflexology Gains Popularity

Reflexology Gains Popularity

Where conventional medicine has failed, natural medicine can make a real difference. This is true of herbal medicine, meditation, and massage. This article deals with how reflexology is helping to alleviate symptoms and improve one's overal [...]

Posted On : Jul, 27 2007 | Comments : 0

Best Sitting Posture for a Healthy Back - Report

Best Sitting Posture for a Healthy Back - Report

While it is commonly known that slouching is unhealthy for your spine, a new study has found that sitting up straight is unhealthy for your back too. Using the latest form of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), Scottish researchers are ab [...]

Posted On : Jul, 24 2007 | Comments : 0

Polarity therapy

Polarity therapy

Polarity therapy is the science of balancing opposite energies within the body to promote mental, physical and emotional health. It is a combination of Eastern and Western approaches to health. The name ‘polarity’ was chosen to [...]

Posted On : Jul, 18 2007 | Comments : 0

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