Category: Health/Natural

An analysis of Ayurvedic medicines purchased via the Internet found that one-fifth of these products contain levels of lead, mercury or arsenic that exceed acceptable standards.

An analysis of Ayurvedic medicines (based on a traditional medical system commonly used in India) purchased via the Internet found that one-fifth of these products contain levels of lead, mercury or arsenic that exceed acceptable standards, according to a study in the August 27 issue of JAMA.

Gastrointestinal benefits of probiotics have been well-documented, but more and more research is revealing that probiotic benefits extend to the entire body.

Data from a recent study demonstrate the anti-inflammatory and pathogen protection benefits of Bifidobacterium infantis 35624 a probiotic bacterial strain of human origin. Gastrointestinal benefits of probiotics have been well-documented, but more and more research is revealing that probiotic benefits extend to the entire body. The report was published in the August issue of the Public Library of Science (PLoS) Pathogens.

Recognized as a national wellness campaign, Healthy Aging Month is designed to put a spotlight on the longevity of people and how they can successfully age; avoiding declines in physical, mental and emotional health.

September is Healthy Aging Month, a national observance focusing attention on the positive aspects of growing older. Recognized as a national wellness campaign, Healthy Aging Month is designed to put a spotlight on the longevity of our citizens and how they can successfully age; avoiding declines in physical, mental and emotional health.

Maryland School of Pharmacy researchers are learning how Gingko biloba extract works on memory symptoms.

Scientists have known for more than 10 years that a certain extract from leaves of the ancient eastern tree, Ginkgo biloba, can somewhat ease symptoms of memory loss in Alzheimer’s disease patients.

Air-Pulse Autonomic Meditation Therapy is a non-denominational therapy that allows individuals to balance body and mind without the loss of identity that some feel when adopting ancient meditative healings.

Dr. Ajrawat's Air-Pulse Autonomic Meditation Therapy, a therapy developed by Dr. P.S. Ajrawat, recently received a patent trademark. The therapy, also referred to as a scientific, non-denominational khalistani meditation therapy, is part of Dr. Ajrawat's Dynamic Model designed to effectively manage and treat pain and stress from a scientific perspective, bringing balance between the body and mind.

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Oriental medicine practitioners have long known that Ashwagandha, an herb used in the 5,000-year old practice of Ayurvedic medicine, helps fight disease when used with anupana. Anupana may be derived from many different substances, from olive oil, to beer, to ghee. Researchers examined whether consuming whole cows’ milk with the herb can increase the body’s white blood cells, which help boost immunity. They have found that it does.

Eastern and Oriental medicine practitioners have long known that Ashwagandha, an herb commonly used in the 5,000-year old practice of Ayurvedic medicine, helps fight disease when used in combination with a liquid known as anupana. Anupana may be derived from many different substances, from olive oil, to beer, to ghee. Each liquid is thought to have different properties, so an Ayurveda practitioner selects an anupana that has the qualities that best fit a given situation. Traditionally, one method of administering Ashwagandha and milk was to boil them together.

In a double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial to assess the impact of smoked medical cannabis, or marijuana, on the neuropathic pain associated with HIV, researchers at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine found that reported pain relief was greater with cannabis than with a placebo.

In a double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial to assess the impact of smoked medical cannabis, or marijuana, on the neuropathic pain associated with HIV, researchers at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine found that reported pain relief was greater with cannabis than with a placebo. The study, sponsored by the University of California Center for Medical Cannabis Research (CMCR) based at UC San Diego, has been published online in the journal Neuropsychopharmacology.

According to a new study, two compounds linked to soy-based foods can cause irreversible changes in the structure of the brain, resulting in early-onset puberty and symptoms of advanced menopause.

Two hormone-like compounds linked to the consumption of soy-based foods can cause irreversible changes in the structure of the brain, resulting in early-onset puberty and symptoms of advanced menopause in research animals, according to a new study by researchers at North Carolina State University. The study is a breakthrough in determining how these compounds can cause reproductive health problems, as well as in providing a key building block for how to treat these problems.

New research published in the Journal of Food Science suggests that marinating meats may decrease the cancer-forming compounds called heterocyclic amines (HCA), which are produced during grilling, by over 70 percent.

Outdoor cooking season is at its peak, and now there are even more reasons to marinate meats before grilling. New research published in the Journal of Food Science suggests that marinating meats may decrease the cancer-forming compounds called heterocyclic amines (HCA), which are produced during grilling, by over 70 percent.

In ancient times, frankincense and myrrh were common healing properties for a variety of ailments. Now, many are rediscovering this age old remedy. Frankincense and myrrh oils are available from The Unicorn Shoppe, the online store for AlternativeApproaches.com.

Frankincense, myrrh and gold were the gifts brought to Christ at his birth by the three wise kings; though gold remains a top traded commodity, the biblical reference is all most people know about frankincense and myrrh. According to Ancient Essence, an online retailer of frankincense and myrrh essential oils, if people knew the true value of these resins, no one would want to be without them. A recent testimonial from an Ancient Essence customer states one of the company's products heals pre-cancerous skin lesions that the customer finds on his body.