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Cancer treatment details through alternative and complementary health therapies; additional information from the
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Yoga benefits body and soul, the anti-stress exercise--Mayo Clinic finds! Balance, flexibility, blood pressure and low back pain are only a few health issues which improve through this practice.
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Massage therapist visit--what to expect; options you have; cost range.
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Women's health: A guest author's book review on menstrual cramps, pain relief and effective stretches.
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All-in-one page: test between migraines and tension-type headaches. Common triggers. Effective alternative treatments. Sample diary.
View ArticleAromatherapy for Winter Travellers
Travel aromatherapy for winter months: recipes for colds and flu, dry skin and the Winter Blues.
View ArticleIntroduction to Aromatherapy
A complementary therapy to restore balance in the body, Aromatherapy is an ancient concept in a modern age. Safe oils for home use; how to recognize a true essential oil; history.
View ArticleCan flax seed relieve Hot Flashes for menopausal women?
Mayo Clinic study of flax seed finds it effective in reducing hot flashes in menopausal women.
View ArticleExercise for Healthy Aging
For healthy aging, it turns out that exercise doesn't guarantee the things one may expect--but it does benefit your body, especially as you get older.
View ArticleComplementary Medicine for Psoriasis
Psoriasis: what it is; what it isn't; and natural remedies from complementary medicine to help with this recurring skin condition.
View ArticleMalady to Treatment
Chart of 27 medical issues with natural health alternatives that research has found effective; aka: Malady to Treatment Chart.
View ArticleChiropractor: Pros and Cons when Choosing One
How do you know what to look for in a chiropractor? Read this page of pros and cons for help in finding the best doctor for you.
View ArticlePrayer as Complementary Medicine
What do this radiologist, psychiatrist and chaplain have in common? In this case, they're all quite interested in the science-faith connection of prayer; does faith heal? Read on!
View ArticleLaws that Govern Homeopathy
In homeopathy, certain medical concerns or symptoms carry more weight than others; here you'll see the scale that puts them in order of importance.
View ArticleAcupuncture Article on Headache Pain Relief
Mayo Clinic study on acupuncture shows it giving relief for chronic headache pain.
View ArticleSurprises about Bone Health
Two bone health surveys turn up surprises as to what promotes a healthy skeleton and what isn't necessary.
View ArticleArthritis is a Pain in the Joints! Four Options for Alternative Treatment
Four effective arthritis treatments from Dr. Brent Bauer of Mayo Clinic.
View ArticleHealthy Aging -- Steps you can take to Get Better as You Get Older
Healthy aging: options to help you actually increase health as you age, including nutrition, aromatherapy, strength training, homeopathy, aerobic exercise, breath work, yoga, Tai Chi.
View ArticleMeditation for Good Health; learn how to let your mind heal your body.
Studies of meditation show your mind can help heal your body of migraines; how-to instructions and study results from Mayo Clinic.
View ArticleNatural Remedies for Allergies!
Suffering from allergies? There's hope here, with natural remedies; five are herbal remedies and one utilizes a special tool, a neti pot.
View ArticleThe Mind-Body Connection; let them work together for your improved healthiness!
Mind-body, or mindfulness, or even psychoneuroimmunology--can these reduce stress and chronic pain, offer help to cancer patients?
View ArticleT'ai Chi for Healthy Aging
T'ai Chi for healthy aging: what is T'ai Chi? and how can practicing it benefit your health?
View ArticleReflexology is all in Your Foot...(or your hand)!
What is Reflexology? How does it work? What medical conditions is it effective in treating? Where around the globe it's being practiced. Later, links to history page and visit to practitioner page.
View ArticleReflexologist Visit: what to expect and how to prepare
What to expect as reflexologist works on your hand or foot; how to prepare for the visit and how to get the most from it.
View ArticlePractitioners for Alternate Health Care
How to find capable and compassionate practitioners. Sample interview questions, and procedure to follow in the search for chiropractor/homeopath/massage therapist/naturopath.
View ArticleVideos for alternative health (updated)
Currently, there are 9 videos on this alternate health site; for the quickest way to find them, start on this page. Includes description of contents and length of each video.
View ArticleA Video Interview of Massage Therapist Anne Sensibaugh
Video interview with massage therapist Anne Sensibaugh to answer the five key questions I'm putting to each practitioner.
View ArticleWhat Green Tea Research Proves
Green Tea's reputation: is it deserved? Who benefits most from drinking green tea? and how much is enough?
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What exactly do the different parts of vitamin B do for the body? Are they helpful? Which energy drinks or foods are the best sources?
View ArticleAbout me
Find out about the "Health Hound" (site editor) and my background for searching out information of all things alternatively healthy!
View ArticleLongevity in Women's Health
Longevity in women, according to Ingrid Waldron, MD, results from several factors--some physical and some behavioral. Why do women live longer than men?
View ArticleFor Cancer: 11 Alternative Treatment Options
Mayo Clinic recommends these alternative treatment options for cancer patients, whether it is pain, nausea, anxiety, fatigue, difficulty sleeping or another side effect you're addressing.
View ArticleQuiz on Complementary and Alternative Medicine Smarts
Test your knowledge--or just common sense!--on complementary and alternative medicine. What's most common? What percentage of American adults regularly use it? etcetera. A brief 10-question quiz.
View ArticleBodywork: Alternative avenues to Health
What is bodywork? How may it benefit health? How do you find out more?
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Streamlined site map for quick overview of pages on healthy-alternative-solutions.
View ArticleExpired Supplements: When to Toss and What is Safe
Toss it or use it? Usually supplements will be fine for a while unless they have sensitive or liquid ingredients. Dr. Woltjer gives scientific findings and safe storage tips in this article.
View ArticleArticles on the Latest Alternative and Complementary Health Options
Your guide to articles on alternative and complementary health; updated when I find new and useful information!
View ArticleA Balanced Exercise Routine in Four Components
Balanced Exercise Routine in four easy-to-understand parts. Mayo Clinic's recommendations, plus ideas on how to fit into your week and into your budget.
View ArticleAlternative Therapies for Trauma Victims; Research by Univ. of Maryland Med Cntr
Shock Trauma Center's doctors, nurses and researchers test three alternative therapies for pain management: reiki, acupuncture and music therapy.
View ArticleAlternative Health Research - updated
Sources and statistics on research and studies documenting the effectiveness of complementary and alternative therapies. Links for more information.
View ArticleContribute To Healthy Alternative Solutions
Would you like to share your knowledge about healthy alternative solutions? Great, find out how you can submit your story or tip here.
View ArticleWomen's Health Alternatives--updated
Connect why womens health & alternative health fit so well; humorous comparison to men regarding longevity. Define terms. Lead to detailed info pages.
View ArticleDr. Weil and Complementary Medicine
Health pioneer Dr. Weil applies his botany degree to alternative complementary health medicine to discover how to be healthy through what you eat and how you move.
View ArticleKeep the Faith about Healthy Alternatives
I believe in both homeopath and allopath medicine. This is because I’ve had my share of good and bad experiences with both. The conclusion I have come
View Article3 tips for Heart Health
Your heart will benefit from these simple three health tips; article from Creative Commons, March 2009.
View ArticleTherapy to Benefits updated
Therapy list with their health benefits. The Health Hound updates this cross-reference as new connections are discovered.
View ArticleQigong form of T'ai Chi Benefits Seniors
How practicing the Qigong form of T'ai Chi can complement your exercise routine, increase flexibility, relieve pain and gently bring you health benefits.
View ArticleAcupuncture for Beginners
Get started on understanding acupuncture. Read a thumbnail sketch of what it is, who studies it, what symptoms and dysfunctions it's effective in treating. Photograph of the process.
View ArticleA Global Perspective on Alternative and Complementary Medicine
A Global Perspective: alternative health practices and attitudes around the world.
View ArticleAlternative Health, Natural solutions from Outside the Box
An interactive and ongoing alternative health search for uncommon answers to common health issues. Information gathered from many sources is offered up in an engaging, reader-friendly style.
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