Archive for May, 2010

26
May

Natural Health Practitioners – For Stimulating Relationships

   Posted by: Lita    in AA - Lita's thoughts

Canadians are now seeking alternative health care for a variety of chronic conditions including fibromyalgia, back problems, migraines and bowel disorders to name a few.  Are you looking to try alternative or complementary care for disease, chronic pain or health issues?  Are you wondering who to consult?  Natural health practitioners include the following:

• Naturopathic Doctors
• Acupuncturists
• Nutritionists
• Chiropractors
• Homeopaths
• Osteopaths
• Traditional Chinese Medical Practitioners
• Herbalists
• Massage Therapists
• Colon Therapists
• Aromatherapists
• Medical Doctors/Natural Health Practitioners and Integrative Medicine

What exactly do these natural health practitioners do and what credentials should you be looking for?

Naturopathic Doctors:  The philosophy behind naturopathic medicine is stimulating the healing power of the body to treat the underlying cause of disease.  In their practice these natural health practitioners use and advise on herbs, clinical nutrition, homeopathic remedies, lifestyle counselling and physical treatments as well as Chinese medicine.  Naturopathic Doctors use a whole body approach while they consider your physical, mental and emotional factors to treat both acute and chronic conditions such as asthma, arthritis, menopausal symptoms and skin conditions to name a few.  They do no use surgery or prescription drugs as their goal is to treat the underlying cause of your problem not simply to cover the symptoms.  Look for these credentials:  Naturopathic Doctor [ND].
 
Acupuncturists:   Traditional Chinese Medicine [TCM – dates back thousands of years] is at the core of acupuncture treatment.   TCM follows the notion that a type of life force or energy known as qi (pronounced chee) flows through energy pathways in your body and these natural health practitioners will work with you to ensure your body’s pathways remain balanced and unblocked.  Needles are inserted at specific points in your body to restore balance to your qi.  Acupuncture is well known for its effectiveness in providing pain relief.  Look for these credentials:  Certified Acupuncturist [C.Ac]; Diploma of Medical Acupuncturist [D. Ac]; Registered Acupuncturist [R. Ac]; Registered Acupuncture Practitioner [RAP]; Licensed Acupuncturist [LAc]; Doctor of traditional Chinese Medicine [DTCM or DcTCM].

Nutritionists:  Holistic Nutritionists will work with their clients to determine nutritional imbalances.  Many are trained to provide personalized recommendations regarding food selection and preparation as well as food supplements.  A personalized approach is key while taking into consideration your height, weight, age, sex, level of physical exercise, dietary goals, food preferences and sensitivities and dietary habits.   Look for these credentials:  Registered Nutritional Consulting Practitioner [RNCP]; Nutritional Consulting Practitioner [NCP]; Registered Holistic Nutritionist [RHN].

Chiropractors:  Chiropractors work to diagnose, treat and prevent mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system, especially the spine.  Chiropractic treatment aims to keep your spine aligned and healthy in the belief that the nerve system functions better thereby providing overall improvement to your overall health.  Chiropractic treatment is known to be effective for many other ailments including migraine headaches, digestive disorders, stiff neck, shoulder and arm pain, whiplash and menstrual cramps to name a few.  Look for these credentials: Doctor of Chiropractic [DC].

Homeopaths:  Homeopathic Practitioners follow a system that stimulates their patient’s body’s own healing mechanism to aid in the treatment of conditions such as asthma, diarrhea, skin conditions, depression, menopausal symptoms and chronic fatigue syndrome among others.  Treatment is based on the principle that like remedies cure like diseases and therefore minute doses of medicines are chosen to match a pattern of symptoms.  Treatment is considered holistic and therefore these natural health practitioners will look to understand how you experience your symptoms and how they affect your life so that the most appropriate medicine can be provided to promote healing and restore health.  Look for these credentials:  Diploma in Homeopathic Medicine and Sciences [DHMS]; Diploma in Homeopathic Medicine and Health Sciences [DHMHS]; Diploma of Homeopathy [DHom].

Osteopaths: Osteopathic Physicians must complete the same comprehensive medical education as their MD colleagues plus they engage in comprehensive training in bio-mechanical assessment of the musculoskeletal system and treatment including osteopathic manipulative therapy (OMT).  OMT is used to correct problems with the spine and nerves leading to relief from back and neck pain among other symptoms.  These natural health practitioners believe that when proper structure is restored then the body’s own natural healing abilities will assist the body back to full health.  Look for these credentials: Doctor of Osteopathy [DO].

Traditional Chinese Medical Practitioners:  This form of medicine known as TCM is a complete medical system that, for more than 2000 years, has been used to diagnose, treat and prevent illness.  Herbs are a large part of Chinese medicine together with acupuncture and massage.  These natural health practitioners believe that illness is our body’s way of telling us that balance within our body has been disturbed.  Healing will focus on restoring balance and harmony to your body which will enable it to heal itself.  TCM practitioners also focus on what they believe to be the life force or energy in your body, this energy is referred to as qi and it is pronounced “chee”.  TCM may help you with obesity, diabetes, high cholesterol and digestive disorders among other conditions.  Look for these credentials: DTCM or DcTCM, Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Herbalists:  These natural health practitioners use medicinal plants and natural products in the prevention and treatment of acute and chronic disease and also for the maintenance of your best health and well-being.  This form of medicine can also be referred to as “phytotherapy” or botanical medicine.  Herbalists treat a wide variety of conditions including asthma, eczema, premenstrual syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis, migraine headaches, menopausal issues, chronic fatigue as well as digestive disorders among other ailments. Look for these credentials: Chartered Herbalist [CH]; Master Herbalist [MH]; Clinical Herbalist [CLH].

Massage Therapists:    While melting away stress and tension which in turn relieves associated headaches and muscular aches and pains, massage therapy can be relaxing or stimulating depending on the condition that needs to be relieved.  If you have been injured or worked your body to the point of “over-use” then these natural health practitioners can provide help in the healing process while massage therapy can also provide an excellent form of preventative health care and relaxation.  Look for these credentials:  Registered Massage Therapist [RMT].

Colon Therapists:  This form of treatment can be referred to as Colon Hydrotherapy, colonic irrigation or simply colon therapy.  A healthy colon is important for overall health so this type of treatment is set to maintain or regain regular bowel function.  This therapy entails the cleansing of the large intestine through the administration of water, herbal solutions, enzymes or other substances such as coffee.  If a surplus of waste remains in your body then your body is forced to reabsorb it.  The re-absorption of waste material may cause elevated body toxicity levels.  When toxicity levels rise disease and illness result.  Look for these credentials:  Naturopathic Doctor [ND]; Certified Colon Therapist [CCT].

Aromatherapists:  Aromatherapists will use essential oils from plants in their approach to healing both your body and mind.  Essential oils that are inhaled into the lungs can offer both psychological and physical benefits.  The aroma of the natural essential oil may stimulate the brain to trigger a positive reaction plus the natural occurring chemicals in the essential oil can provide a therapeutic benefit as well.  A good example is the diffusion of eucalyptus essential oil to help ease congestion.  Aromatherapy may help alleviate stress, headaches, cold and flu symptoms and aches and pains.  Look for these credentials:  Registered Aromatherapist [RA]; Registered Aromatherapy Health Practitioner [RAHP].

In conclusion, many people feel they are not getting everything they want or need from allopathic (medicine focusing on the elimination of physical symptoms with a primary approach to care using drugs and surgery) care.  We should not abandon conventional medicine.  Instead, many of us now rely on what is known as integrative medicine.  Integrative medicine comes from combining parts of both complementary or alternative medicine by natural health practitioners with conventional medicine from our physicians.  Integrative medicine works on promoting a harmonic relationship between yourself and the medical professional with a view to understanding and working with your body’s own healing systems.  Integrative medicine will see physicians and natural health practitioners seeking a balanced approach with patients by working in conjunction with each other rather than in competition.

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10
May

Sweat Free Formula Review Emphasizes Improper Diet As Cause For Excessive Sweating

   Posted by: author1    in General

Food intake affects sweat problems according to UK writer Armin Vegard.The “Sweat Free Formula” eBook has delivered great promise to people who sweat profusely by providing relevant information on excessive sweating and its cure. A Sweat Free Formula Review will show you a glimpse of the new ideas that the author would like to share not just to all the patients of hyperhidrosis but also to others who put a premium on their health.

Everyone can be at the receiving end of a problem with excessive sweating. Everybody can get soaked in sweat when doing highly physical tasks.

Less hygienic individuals may suffer from foul body odor due to excessive sweating. And then, there are also those who are really concerned about their bodies but just couldn’t shake off the excess sweat.

The said eBook can provide different remedies against excessive sweating, which will work for you. You need to be aware of your food intake because it may be the root cause of your problem. A faster metabolic rate may result in profuse sweating. Also, the food you eat are naturally absorbed by the body. When sweat glands excrete food particles, this may cause problems with hyperhidrosis. Foul odor is not even caused by excessive sweating—the odor will still be there even if you don’t sweat a lot.

Excessive sweating may be caused by improper choice of food. Using herbal plants has been proven beneficial in cleansing the body in a natural way. Some herbs that can lighten tension can also stop the release of sweat.

Herbal medicines are known for their natural abilities that make them better than chemical-based medicines. Along with herbs are also essential oils, which people may prefer more than antiperspirants. According to rumors, you may be prone to cancer by using antiperspirants. There are a lot of benefits that bodily system can get from using oils apart from controlling excessive sweating.

Vegard’s eBook provides useful information to hyperhidrosis patients and people who value their health. The eBook gives concise but very beneficial information on health care.

A Sweat Free Formula Review alone gives out the most basic information that you need pertaining to the eBook and the solutions that it offers. If you want a peek at the eBook’s content and all the solutions that it offers against excessive sweating, you may want to find a comprehensive review about it.

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4
May

Natural Cure For Yeast Infections

   Posted by: author1    in Health and Fitness

Natural cures for yeast infections are available if that is what you are after. You are not alone in developing a yeast infection, anyone is susceptible, male or female. There are quite a few different remedies you can choose to use very easily at home. Natural remedies are generally less expensive and just as effective as prescription drugs and they are far more natural and healthy for you.

Boric Acid Use With Care

Boric acid has been used for natural yeast infection cures. This is due to its antifungal and antiseptic qualities. A yeast infection is basically a fungus which makes boric acid a perfect tool for restoring the balance of your system. Boric acid has been shown to be just as useful as a prescription strength drug in killing off the yeast infection. This remedy is usually taken as a vaginal suppository, which means it is placed directly in the vagina rather than being taken orally and traveling through the bloodstream.

Boric acid can be found at compounding companies that handle natural remedies. Do be careful when using boric acid; it is known to be toxic if taken by mouth. Use it only as directed and keep away from open cuts or wounds. In some cases the use of boric acid can cause the vaginal area to burn or become irritated.


Probiotics For Natural Cures For Yeast Infections

Probiotics are very good as a yeast infection natural cure. They are simply live bacteria that naturally kill the excess yeast produced and hence restore the balance of your body. The most popular and useful of the probiotics is Lactobacillus. Several forms of this bacterium can be used to treat yeast infections naturally.

If you want to use Lactobacilli to treat your yeast infection, you have the option of using it as an oral supplement or as a vaginal suppository. Acidophilus, a member of the Lactobacilli family, is the key ingredient that makes yogurt work. With this in mind if you are trying to combat a yeast infection it makes sense to eat plenty of natural yoghurt.

Tea Tree Oil and Other Treatment Options

The oil which naturally comes from the tea tree has helped with yeast infections. Tea tree oil is too strong to use without first diluting it. There has always been some debate when using tea tree oil this way, as to the value and safety of it, but tea tree oil has always been known as an excellent healing product.

Garlic cloves have always been known as a fighter against yeast infections. They can even be used as suppositories, provided the cloves are first wrapped in something soft and porous before being inserted. You can use natural yoghurt as a topical cream for immediate relief. Simply soak a tampon in unflavored yogurt that contains active cultures and insert it as usual. You do not need to use a tampon if you do not want to, you can simply wipe the yoghurt on. Pure honey contains antibodies that can also provide relief on contact.

Natural 12 Hour Cure For Yeast Infection

Even though it is mostly considered a women’s issue, there is a natural cure that helps both men and women be rid of their infection and recurring problems. It is a remedy written by a woman sufferer of severe recurring yeast infections, so she knows exactly what it is like to have this embarrassing and annoying problem. Her natural treatment treats the root cause, not just the current symptoms. She has found the perfect natural cure for yeast infection.

As you can see there are several natural methods to treat yeast infections. However, if the problem continues, you are probably only treating the symptoms and not the underlying cause. This is where the natural 12 hour cure for yeast infection can help you immediately. It is neither complicated nor expensive and is a proven remedy for yeast infections.

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