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Head Lice is a common condition and something that is normally treated with very pungent chemicals. In this article we will not only consider what head lice are but also preventative methods and natural treatments that could help you get rid of them.
Posted: 2010-03-04
Category: Alternative Medicine
This article is part of a series giving information about herbs and their medicinal properties. We are going to look at plantain in this article. You will find out what this herb is, how you can use it and the conditions that could be helped by plantain.
Posted: 2010-03-04
Category: Alternative Medicine
In this article we are going to look at what crystal therapy is, as well as the properties of agate. Once we have explored the properties of agate we will consider ways in which you can use it to your advantage and the conditions that can be helped by agate.
Posted: 2010-03-03
Category: Alternative Medicine
This is the latest article in our yoga central series and today we will be looking at a pose known as crane pose or Bakasana. We will look at how to properly carry out the pose, the benefits you can get from it and anything that you need to consider before beginning. Please read the entire article before trying the pose.
Posted: 2010-03-03
Category: Yoga
People who suffer from anxiety conditions can often find it very difficult to deal with and there is little that conventional medicine can do to help. Often the answer is to turn to alternative therapies for help. This article will consider the ways in which acupuncture can help with anxiety conditions.
Posted: 2010-03-02
Category: Anxiety
This article is part of a series giving information about herbs and their medicinal properties. We are going to look at spearmint in this article. You will find out what this herb is, how you can use it and the conditions that could be helped by spearmint.
Posted: 2010-03-02
Category: Alternative Medicine
In this article we are going to look at what crystal therapy is, as well as the properties of jasper. Once we have explored the properties of jasper we will consider ways in which you can use it to your advantage and the conditions that can be helped by jasper.
Posted: 2010-02-26
Category: Alternative Medicine
This is the latest article in our yoga central series and today we will be looking at a pose known as staff pose or Dandasana. We will look at how to properly carry out the pose, the benefits you can get from it and anything that you need to consider before beginning. Please read the entire article before trying the pose.
Posted: 2010-02-26
Category: Yoga
This article is part of a series giving information about herbs and their medicinal properties. We are going to look at passionflower in this article. You will find out what this herb is, how you can use it and the conditions that could be helped by passionflower.
Posted: 2010-02-25
Category: Alternative Medicine
Yoga is an alternative therapy that has a large number of different benefits and in this article we are going to not only look at what yoga is but also consider the benefits that can be felt by pregnant women. It is particularly useful at this time as medications pregnant women can take are limited and so alternatives should be looked for.
Posted: 2010-02-25
Category: Yoga
Gout is a condition that usually affects people later in life and there is no medical cure for the condition. For that reason it could be something that could benefit from alternative therapies and it is widely accepted that nutritional therapy could help. In this article we will look at what gout is, what nutritional therapy is and how it can help sufferers of gout.
Posted: 2010-02-24
Category: Alternative Medicine
This is the latest article in our yoga central series and today we will be looking at a pose known as half moon pose or Ardha Chandrasana. We will look at how to properly carry out the pose, the benefits you can get from it and anything that you need to consider before beginning. Please read the entire article before trying the pose.
Posted: 2010-02-24
Category: Yoga
This article is part of a series giving information about herbs and their medicinal properties. We are going to look at valerian in this article. You will find out what this herb is, how you can use it and the conditions that could be helped by valerian.
Posted: 2010-02-19
Category: Alternative Medicine
This is the latest article in our yoga central series and today we will be looking at a pose known as cat cow pose and is the combination of two poses. We will look at how to properly carry out the pose, the benefits you can get from it and anything that you need to consider before beginning. Please read the entire article before trying the pose.
Posted: 2010-02-18
Category: Yoga
Sleep apnoea is becoming more and more common and is a condition that can significantly effect a person’s health due to the fact that sufferers get very little sleep. In this article we will look at what sleep apnoea is possible alternative therapies that can be used to treat it.
Posted: 2010-02-18
Category: Alternative Medicine
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) can be a very serious condition for those that suffer from it and unfortunately there is no cure. For that reason it can be something that could benefit from alternative therapies. In this article we will consider what CFS is and consider alternative therapies that could help you manage your condition.
Posted: 2010-02-17
Category: Alternative Medicine
This article is part of a series giving information about herbs and their medicinal properties. We are going to look at burdock root in this article. You will find out what this herb is, how you can use it and the conditions that could be helped by burdock root.
Posted: 2010-02-17
Category: Alternative Medicine
Massage is something that many of us have had at some time or another however do we really know what the benefits of it are on our stress levels. In this article we will look at the history of massage, what stress is and how massage can help with stress relief.
Posted: 2010-02-09
Category: Stress
This article is part of a series giving information about herbs and their medicinal properties. We are going to look at lemon balm in this article. You will find out what this herb is, how you can use it and the conditions that could be helped by lemon balm.
Posted: 2010-02-09
Category: Alternative Medicine
Aromatherapy is something that is used widely across the world for various different reasons but do we really know how much it can help us? In this article we will give a brief introduction to aromatherapy and look at ways in which it can help your emotional wellbeing.
Posted: 2010-02-05
Category: Alternative Medicine
This is the latest article in our yoga central series and today we will be looking at a pose known as extended puppy pose or Uttana Shishosana. We will look at how to properly carry out the pose, the benefits you can get from it and anything that you need to consider before beginning. Please read the entire article before trying the pose.
Posted: 2010-02-05
Category: Yoga
Reflexology can have a significant effect on someone’s health both mentally and physically but there are still a lot of people that know little about it. This article will aim to explain what reflexology is, where it came from, the benefits that you can get from it and some of the conditions it may help.
Posted: 2010-02-04
Category: Alternative Medicine
This is the latest article in our yoga central series and today we will be looking at a pose known as bow pose or Dhanurasana. We will look at how to properly carry out the pose, the benefits you can get from it and anything that you need to consider before beginning. Please read the entire article before trying the pose.
Posted: 2010-02-03
Category: Yoga
Tai Chi is becoming more and more popular and is being greeted by the medical world in a positive light. In this article we will look at what Tai Chi is, the principles behind it and the benefits that you can get through regular practise of Tai Chi.
Posted: 2010-02-03
Category: Alternative Medicine
Most people will feel stressed at some time in their lives however it will be a short lived event. For some though stress becomes a serious illness and there is often little that conventional medicine can do to help. In this article we will look at what stress is and alternative therapies that can help you deal with and improve the condition.
Posted: 2010-01-28
Category: Stress
This article is part of a series giving information about herbs and their medicinal properties. We are going to look at mullein in this article. You will find out what this herb is, how you can use it and the conditions that could be helped by mullein.
Posted: 2010-01-28
Category: Alternative Medicine
Many people will suffer from heartburn at some time in their lives however for some it can be a severe condition that has a profound effect on their lives. If you suffer from heartburn you may not want to take medications due to side effects that can be associated with them. If that is the case then you may want to look at alternative therapies for treating your heartburn the natural way. In this article we will look at possible alternative treatments for heartburn.
Posted: 2010-01-26
Category: Alternative Medicine
This is the latest article in our yoga central series and today we will be looking at a pose known as revolved head to knee Pose or Parivrtta Janu Sirsasana. We will look at how to properly carry out the pose, the benefits you can get from it and anything that you need to consider before beginning. Please read the entire article before trying the pose.
Posted: 2010-01-26
Category: Yoga
If you suffer from tinnitus you will be well aware of the problems associated with it. In this article we will look at what tinnitus is and ways in which you can use alternative therapies in order to help. There is a lot you can do and you should not just suffer with the condition.
Posted: 2010-01-20
Category: Alternative Medicine
This article is part of a series giving information about herbs and their medicinal properties. We are going to look at ginkgo biloba in this article. You will find out what this herb is, how you can use it and the conditions that could be helped by ginkgo bilboa.
Posted: 2010-01-20
Category: Alternative Medicine
If you are looking for an alternative or complimentary treatment for your illness then you may want to consider Ayurvedic medicine. In this article we will look at what Ayurvedic medicine is, what it involves and how it can help you with your treatment.
Posted: 2010-01-19
Category: Alternative Medicine
People who suffer from stress can often find it very difficult to deal with and there is little that conventional medicine can do to help. Often the answer is to turn to alternative therapies for help. This article will consider the ways in which acupuncture can help with stress management.
Posted: 2010-01-18
Category: Stress
This is the latest article in our yoga central series and today we will be looking at a pose known as Monkey Pose or Hanumanasana. We will look at how to properly carry out the pose, the benefits you can get from it and anything that you need to consider before beginning. Please read the entire article before trying the pose.
Posted: 2010-01-18
Category: Yoga
If you suffer from insomnia you will be all too aware of the effect this can have on your life. In this article we will look at what insomnia is briefly and then consider ways in which you can use alternative therapies to help with insomnia.
Posted: 2010-01-15
Category: Alternative Medicine
This article is part of a series giving information about herbs and their medicinal properties. We are going to look at red clover in this article. You will find out what this herb is, how you can use it and the conditions that could be helped by red clover.
Posted: 2010-01-15
Category: Alternative Medicine
In this article we are going to look at what crystal therapy is, as well as the properties of sapphire. Once we have explored the properties of sapphire we will consider ways in which you can use it to your advantage and the conditions that can be helped by sapphire.
Posted: 2010-01-14
Category: Alternative Medicine
This is the latest article in our yoga central series and today we will be looking at a pose known as Upward Facing Dog Pose or Urdhva Mukha Svanasana. We will look at how to properly carry out the pose, the benefits you can get from it and anything that you need to consider before beginning. Please read the entire article before trying the pose.
Posted: 2010-01-14
Category: Yoga
This article is part of a series giving information about herbs and their medicinal properties. We are going to look at yarrow in this article. You will find out what this herb is, how you can use it and the conditions that could be helped by yarrow.
Posted: 2010-01-12
Category: Alternative Medicine
This article is part of a series giving information about herbs and their medicinal properties. We are going to look at evening primrose in this article. You will find out what this herb is, how you can use it and the conditions that could be helped by evening primrose.
Posted: 2010-01-07
Category: Alternative Medicine
In this article we are going to look at what panic attacks are as well as some therapies that could help to relieve the symptoms. Anyone suffering from panic attacks may want a drug free treatment to their condition and many alternative therapies can be very beneficial for this.
Posted: 2010-01-07
Category: Alternative Medicine
This is the latest article in our yoga central series and today we will be looking at a pose known as lotus pose or Padmasana. We will look at how to properly carry out the pose, the benefits you can get from it and anything that you need to consider before beginning. Please read the entire article before trying the pose.
Posted: 2010-01-06
Category: Yoga
In this article we are going to look at what colour therapy is, as well as the properties of Red. Once we have explored the properties of red we will consider ways in which you can use it to your advantage and the conditions that can be helped by the colour of red.
Posted: 2010-01-06
Category: Alternative Medicine
This article is part of a series giving information about herbs and their medicinal properties. We are going to look at catnip in this article. You will find out what this herb is, how you can use it and the conditions that could be helped by catnip.
Posted: 2010-01-05
Category: Alternative Medicine
Irritable Bowel Syndrome or IBS can be a condition that can have a significant effect on people’s lives. There are no conventional treatments for IBS and so many people may want to consider alternative therapies in order to help. In this article we will look at hypnotherapy and how it can help the condition.
Posted: 2010-01-05
Category: Alternative Medicine
Like all people children also suffer from stress particularly if there are problems at home. Unlike adults children can find it difficult to talk about their feelings and in that way yoga may be beneficial. In this article we will look at how yoga can help children with stress as well as the other benefits they may experience.
Posted: 2009-12-10
Category: Yoga
This is the latest article in our yoga central series and today we will be looking at a pose known as bound angle forward bend pose. We will look at how to properly carry out the pose, the benefits you can get from it and anything that you need to consider before beginning. Please read the entire article before trying the pose.
Posted: 2009-12-10
Category: Yoga
This article is part of a series giving information about herbs and their medicinal properties. We are going to look at liquorice in this article. You will find out what this herb is, how you can use it and the conditions that could be helped by liquorice.
Posted: 2009-12-09
Category: Alternative Medicine
This is the latest article in our yoga central series and today we will be looking at a pose known as full boat pose or Paripurna Navasana. We will look at how to properly carry out the pose, the benefits you can get from it and anything that you need to consider before beginning. Please read the entire article before trying the pose.
Posted: 2009-12-08
Category: Yoga
If you suffer from any form of anxiety it can have a serious impact on your life. Most doctors are reluctant to prescribe medication for anxiety as they are a short term fix and can often become addictive. There are a number of therapies that can help including cognitive behavioural therapy but this article will look at hypnotherapy and how it can help your anxiety disorder.
Posted: 2009-12-07
Category: Alternative Medicine
This is the latest article in our yoga central series and today we will be looking at a pose known as half lord of the fishes pose or Ardha Matsyendrasana. We will look at how to properly carry out the pose, the benefits you can get from it and anything that you need to consider before beginning. Please read the entire article before trying the pose.
Posted: 2009-12-04
Category: Yoga
We have looked at herbal remedies for the menopause but if you are looking for a therapy with no side effects then emotional freedom technique (EFT) could help. This article will look at what EFT is, how it works and how it can help women who are going through the menopause.
Posted: 2009-12-04
Category: Alternative Medicine
This article is part of a series giving information about herbs and their medicinal properties. We are going to look at American ginseng in this article. You will find out what this herb is, how you can use it and the conditions that could be helped by American ginseng.
Posted: 2009-12-04
Category: Alternative Medicine
People who suffer from phobias can find they take over their lives. It can make life very difficult and put significant pressure on you and your friends and family. Unfortunately phobias can be difficult to treat with conventional medicine and so alternative therapies could be the answer. This article will look at hypnotherapy and its use for treating phobias.
Posted: 2009-12-02
Category: Alternative Medicine
If you suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) you will be aware that there is very little conventional medicine can do for you. For that reason you may want to consider alternative therapies to help ease the symptoms of the condition. This article will consider acupuncture as a treatment for IBS.
Posted: 2009-12-01
Category: Alternative Medicine
This article is part of a series giving information about herbs and their medicinal properties. We are going to look at yellow dock in this article. You will find out what this herb is, how you can use it and the conditions that could be helped by yellow dock.
Posted: 2009-12-01
Category: Alternative Medicine
This is the latest article in our yoga central series and today we will be looking at a pose known as reclining bound angle pose, reclining cobblers pose or Supta Baddha Konasana. We will look at how to properly carry out the pose, the benefits you can get from it and anything that you need to consider before beginning. Please read the entire article before trying the pose.
Posted: 2009-11-26
Category: Yoga
If you are going through the menopause you will be all too aware of the difficulties it can bring. At one time the solution was hormone replacement therapy however over recent years there have been a number of concerns raised over this type of therapy. For that reason many women may want to look for alternative treatments and this article will look at some possibilities you can consider.
Posted: 2009-11-24
Category: Alternative Medicine
If you suffer from high blood pressure then you will be all too aware of the risks associated with this. For that reason it is important to try and reduce your blood pressure as quickly as possible. Many doctors will prescribe medication for this however there can be side effects associated with these medications. This article will look at ways to reduce your blood pressure without medication.
Posted: 2009-11-20
Category: Alternative Medicine
This article is part of a series giving information about herbs and their medicinal properties. We are going to look at peppermint in this article. You will find out what this herb is, how you can use it and the conditions that could be helped by peppermint.
Posted: 2009-11-20
Category: Alternative Medicine
This is the latest article in our yoga central series and today we will be looking at a pose known as Legs up the wall Pose or deep lake pose. We will look at how to properly carry out the pose, the benefits you can get from it and anything that you need to consider before beginning. Please read the entire article before trying the pose.
Posted: 2009-11-19
Category: Yoga
This article is part of a series giving information about herbs and their medicinal properties. We are going to look at lavender in this article. You will find out what this herb is, how you can use it and the conditions that could be helped by lavender.
Posted: 2009-11-17
Category: Alternative Medicine
Do you suffer from chronic pain? If so then you will know the control that pain can have over your lives. Many people do not want to take medication as it can become addictive and greater doses are required over time. For that reason you may want an alternative and in this article we will look at how meditation can help you.
Posted: 2009-11-17
Category: Meditation
Do you suffer from migraines? If so this article could be very useful for you as we will look at the causes of migraines and therapies you can use to help you manage your condition. It is important that you do not ignore migraines as this can cause problems in your life and finding ways to prevent and control them can be very helpful.
Posted: 2009-11-16
Category: Alternative Medicine
Fibromyalgia is a condition that can cause people a large about of pain and difficulty. It is also something that conventional treatments may find difficult to deal with and acupuncture could be a treatment option. This article will look at the condition, what acupuncture is and how it can help.
Posted: 2009-11-13
Category: Alternative Medicine
This is the latest article in our yoga central series and today we will be looking at a pose known as Downward Facing Dog Pose or Adho Mukha Svanasana. We will look at how to properly carry out the pose, the benefits you can get from it and anything that you need to consider before beginning. Please read the entire article before trying the pose.
Posted: 2009-11-13
Category: Yoga
Hypoglycaemia is something that many people suffer from. It is commonly seen in people that have diabetes but can also be suffered by people who do not have diabetes. This article will look at what hypoglycaemia is and how you can treat and prevent it.
Posted: 2009-11-12
Category: Alternative Medicine
This article is part of a series giving information about herbs and their medicinal properties. We are going to look at milk thistle in this article. You will find out what this herb is, how you can use it and the conditions that could be helped by milk thistle.
Posted: 2009-11-12
Category: Alternative Medicine
If you suffer from eczema you will know what an irritating condition it can be. As yet there is no cure for eczema but there are a number of treatments that can be used to sooth as well as control the condition. This article will look at how olive oil can be a beneficial treatment for eczema and how you can use it.
Posted: 2009-11-11
Category: Alternative Medicine
This is the latest article in our yoga central series and today we will be looking at a pose known as Child Pose or Balasana. We will look at how to properly carry out the pose, the benefits you can get from it and anything that you need to consider before beginning. Please read the entire article before trying the pose.
Posted: 2009-11-11
Category: Yoga
If you suffer from chronic pain then you will probably be looking at various different ways that you can help yourself. T.E.N.S therapy may be an option for you and this article will look at what it is, how it can help and how you can treat yourself.
Posted: 2009-11-09
Category: Alternative Medicine
This article is part of a series giving information about herbs and their medicinal properties. We are going to look at ginger in this article. You will find out what this herb is, how you can use it and the conditions that could be helped by ginger.
Posted: 2009-11-09
Category: Alternative Medicine
It is probably one of the worst things in the world when a woman cannot conceive. It can cause significant mental and emotional distress to a couple. There are conventional treatments out there but success rates are not good. This article will look at how acupuncture can help with the problems and make conceiving easier.
Posted: 2009-11-06
Category: Alternative Medicine
This is the latest article in our yoga central series and today we will be looking at a pose known as Cobra Pose or Bhujangasana. We will look at how to properly carry out the pose, the benefits you can get from it and anything that you need to consider before beginning. Please read the entire article before trying the pose.
Posted: 2009-11-06
Category: Yoga
This article is to explain homeopathy to you. We will look at what homeopathy is, its principles and the people that have been fundamental in the development of homeopathy. If you are considering using any form of treatment it is important to understand it completely so that you can make an informed decision and hopefully this article will start you on your way.
Posted: 2009-11-05
Category: Alternative Medicine
This article is part of a series giving information about herbs and their medicinal properties. We are going to look at marshmallow in this article. You will find out what this herb is, how you can use it and the conditions that could be helped by marshmallow.
Posted: 2009-11-05
Category: Alternative Medicine
