"The functional MRI studies are showing that acupuncture has an influence over brain chemicals, such as dopamine and serotonin," said Jamie Starkey, an acupuncturist at the Cleveland Clinic's Center for Integrative Medicine. "And those are the chemicals that make you feel good. Those are the happy chemicals." Read more
A growing body of research suggests that acupuncture may be a safe alternative to psychiatric drugs for those suffering from depression and anxiety.
"The functional MRI studies are showing that acupuncture has an influence over brain chemicals, such as dopamine and serotonin," said Jamie Starkey, an acupuncturist at the Cleveland Clinic's Center for Integrative Medicine. "And those are the chemicals that make you feel good. Those are the happy chemicals." Read more
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To my surprise, studies of the effects of pets on human health and well-being have actually produced a mishmash of conflicting results. For example, some studies show pets lower your blood pressure—in some cases more than drugs do—but other studies found no effect, or even that pet owners have higher blood pressure! read more
Herbs That Halt Headaches? When your head hurts, a pain pill is an easy way to silence the throbbing. But did you know there are herbs that may help, too?
James A. Duke, PhD, author of The Green Pharmacy, offers five options for you to consider.
Remember, just like pharmaceutical drugs, herbs can cause side effects or interact with medications. So before running to the health-food store, clear your plans with your doctor, and ask about the appropriate dose. The Affordable Care Act says that insurance companies "shall not discriminate" against any state-licensed health provider, which could lead to better coverage of chiropractic, homeopathic and naturopathic care.
Read more This is very helpful article - I have family members and patients who struggle with this condition. - g
When relating to a person with Alzheimer's, there are many guidelines to follow. I'm going to discuss five of the most basic ones here: 1) Don't tell them they are wrong about something, 2) Don't argue with them, 3) Don't ask if they remember something, 4) Don't remind them that their spouse, parent or other loved one is dead, and 5) Don't bring up topics that may upset them. Read full article Decadent, Healthy Snacks. Berries, ginger, dried fruit and even dark chocolate. If you have fibromyalgia, these are just some of the delicious foods you can include in your diet. read more
According to ancient Chinese wisdom, diet is one of the most important factors in well being. Certain foods can cause imbalance in the body and should be avoided so as not to create a yin or yang deficiency. Read more - wonderful photos Jet lag occurs when our body's natural daily circadian rhythm becomes disrupted, due to the crossing of time zones during long airplane flights. The symptoms may last from 1 to 10 days, and range from fatigue, insomnia, headache, edema, nausea, and anorexia, to irrational behavior, mental confusion, and disorientation. Children age five and under do not appear to be as affected as adults. Read more
A Lapse or a Loss? As people age, virtually everyone experiences lapses in memory and attention. But some memory changes are not considered a reflection of normal aging. This list may help distinguish between what is normal aging and what could be more worrisome. http://www.nytimes.com/2013/07/18/health/looking-for-early-signs-of-dementia.html?ref=health&_r=1& |
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