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Many degree courses in aromatherapy and acupuncture are being scrapped. Bad news for those of us who benefit from alternative therapies, says Anna Tyzack. (Source: Telegraph Health)
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Effect of an integrated support programme on the concerns and wellbeing of women with breast cancer: A national service evaluation.
CONCLUSIONS: These findings suggest that women with breast cancer find the Haven integrated support programme valuable for addressing their main concerns and improving their feeling of wellbeing. PMID: 22196567 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice)
Read more...New Insights into Aromatherapy for Obesity: The Future
This article has been peer reviewed. Article Submitted on: 10th December 2011 Article Accepted on: 15th December 2011 Funding Sources: None declared Correspondence to Muhammad Naeem, medical student Address: Dow Medical College, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan Email Address: dowgrad2012@yahoo.com Editorial The Godzilla of obesity pandemic has resulted in the sudden increment of cardiometabolic disorders in nations where fast food consumption is rampant, and thus proves to be a predicament in current era of advanced medicine. In United States, 32% of adults are obese and since obesity is associated with significant health burden, it is thought that it will gulp upto 19.6% of gross domestic product (GDP) by the year 2016.[1] According to World Health Organization ...
Read more...Help Me Go to Sleep
If you are struggling to get the rest that you need, you may arrive at one demand: help me go to sleep! Fortunately, there are many options available to help you get to sleep. First, you may wish to explore ways to help you sleep. As part of this, you may discover what is wrong with your sleep, including the potential for various sleep disorders like insomnia, sleep apnea, and restless legs syndrome. Sometimes trouble sleeping may relate to behavioral choices that can be corrected with better sleep guidelines, including keeping a regular schedule and avoiding naps. For those who continue to struggle to sleep, you may be interested in learning about home remedies such as aromatherapy or over-the-counter supplements like melatonin. If you find yourself needing extra assistance, it may be t...
Read more...Alternative Treatment Options to Cure Insomnia
If you have difficulty falling or staying asleep or you find that your sleep is simply not refreshing, you are familiar with the symptoms of insomnia. When this becomes persistent and bothersome, you may be interested in learning about your treatment options. For some, sleeping pills are acceptable, but for others it is desirable to seek alternative treatment options to cure your insomnia. Many benefit from simple behavioral changes that are outlined in guidelines for better sleep. You might find that keeping a regular sleep schedule, avoiding naps, and limiting your caffeine and nicotine before bed is helpful. In addition, maintaining an appropriate sleep environment and reducing the time you spend awake there through a treatment called stimulus control can make a difference. When you f...
Read more...Natural Remedies for Dealing with Stress
Many Americans today are under huge amounts of stress. With the decline of the economy, many find themselves dealing with financial stress. There are also those everyday stressors that come along with the normal hustle and bustle of life. Stress-related doctor visits are on the rise. There are several medical options for dealing with stress. While medications can be helpful, many individuals want to avoid taking them every day or dealing with possible side effects. There are several natural remedies to consider when dealing with stress. Eating a Healthy Diet Eating right is not only good for your body physically, but it is also good for emotional health. When we eat better, we feel better. Some suggest a natural body cleanse or detox to jumpstart this process. Avoiding excessive fats, ca...
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Fashion icon Donna Karan launches Urban Zen Integrative Therapy program at UCLA
The objective of the Urban Zen Integrative Therapy program is to train and then to provide integrative therapists in hospitals, outpatient care, support groups and private practices who can blend the best of Eastern and Western healing techniques." The UCLA Center for East–West Medicine currently offers traditional Chinese medicine, including acupuncture, acupressure and herbal medicine, on an outpatient basis. UCLA's Mindful Awareness Research Center teaches the practice of mindfulness — the moment-by-moment process of actively and openly observing one's physical, mental and emotional experiences. The Urban Zen Integrative Therapy Program at the UCLA Health System is designed to take these advances to the next level. "During this ...
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