Witches, Saints and the Flu

In these enlightened times, it is difficult to imagine that there was a time when modern medicine did not exist and the people who fell ill were left to their traditions and beliefs. Despite some of the odd treatments that arose from this, there were also a few legitimate cures and treatments that are being used today after a comeback.

What Is A Stroke?

There are many people that have to deal with the problems of having a stroke at some point in their life. This is not something that is going to be easy to get through but it is possible.

How Cord Blood Cell Preservation Works

Cord blood preservation is a new way to preserve stem cells for future use as well as for research. Cord blood is blood that remains in the placenta and umbilical cord after a live human birth. Following birth, the umbilical cord is cut and the placenta and remaining cord and blood are disposed of. This blood has been found to be a rich source of stem cells that are unique to your genetic makeup. These stem cells are the master cells of the body and have the potential to reproduce into many different types of cells.

Learn the Pros and Cons of Stem Cell Research

Stem cells are the human building blocks of the blood. They generate new blood cells in the human body. Stem cells are unique in that they have the potential to develop into many types of cells in the body. These cells are in the very early stages of development and so can turn into specialized cells such as those in the organs and nerves. Stem cell research allows scientists to find new ways to utilize these cells to repair damaged organs in the body.

Cholesterol Reducing Drugs - Do the Risks Outweigh the Benefits?

Cholesterol Reducing Drugs present many health risks. This brief article looks at some of the risks and encourages you to weigh the risks with the benefits.

Chinese Medicine - Lots of History

A important principle in Chinese medicine is the five elements theory, which is used to define the interaction between human physiology, pathology and the natural environment. Wood, fire, earth, metal and water are the five elements that the Chinese believe comprise the material world.

Alternative Medicine and Health Care

There are many different methods of alternative medicine with the most well known being the following; Naturopathy is a holistic and preventive system which uses a combination of healthy natural and organic foods, relaxation, exercise and hyrdotherapy.

Falls Can Be Very Serious

Falls are currently the leading casue of death in people over the age of 65, as well as the leading cause of non-fatal injuires in ALL age groups. Find out what you need to know to prevent a fall.

How Does the Mind Create Electricity? We Must be Missing Some Great Research Opportunities!

I have never connected the dots in scientific articles; how the brain works. It starts with the synapses firing. Thus, the brain actually creates microscopic amounts of electricity!

Relora May Help To Reduce Stress and Stress-Induced Over Eating

Relora is a novel blend of plant extracts from patented Magnolia officinalis and patent-pending Phellodendron amurense, and has been shown in a number of clinical, placebo-controlled studies to help to reduce the symptoms associated with diet-related stress. From nervous tension and irritability, to concentration difficulties and occasional sleeplessness, scores of users have reported success with their diet and stress levels.

Thoracic Spinal Stenosis Symptoms and Treatments

Thoracic spinal stenosis is a condition in which the spinal cord or spinal nerves are compressed by narrowing of the spinal canal or the openings between vertebrae.

Death by Prescription

Stress about health care is a huge problem in this country. Most of the focus is on getting coverage. But the patient should be aware that a little stress on the care might be advisable as well.

Any Pain Or Discomfort That Just Won't Go Away Even With Surgery?

This article is based on a case history of a young woman who was bed ridden for five years due to pain that was felt physically in her body, caused by being shut off from her negative emotions from the age of 4 until we completed the work.

The Facts And Risks Of Actos

For those who are diabetics, get the facts about Actos before you consider taking it. This article will provide those facts as well as alert you to the risks of taking Actos.