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Natural Remedies For Arthritis

Author: Robert Moongrave There is no known cure for the pain that arthritis sufferers experience, although it is possible to obtain medicine that may serve to lessen the painful symptoms. Some individuals are beginning to seek alternative sources that are available naturally to lessen the painful symptoms of arthritis, although this by no means should lead to a rejection of a doctor's recommendations when it comes to prescriptions. It is essential to be aware of any potential side effects or reactions that are possible with any medication, including the natural kind. Some prescriptions incorporate natural remedies themselves, although thes are mostly available outside of the United States. A combination in the oils found in avocadoes and soybeans, for example, has been found to seriously lessen the painful effects of osteoarthritis in recent clinical trials. Unfortunately, no matter how many vocadoes and soybeans you eat, you will not get enough concentrated amounts of their oils t

Lose Weight with a Natural Weight Loss Remedy

Author: Michael Bens Garcinia cambogia is a natural weight loss supplement that is making headlines in North America and Europe. Though not a magic bullet by any means, studies show that garcinia cambogia can be effective in helping people lose weight in two basic ways - first, it blocks the conversion of sugar and refined carbohydrates into fat during metabolism, and second, it may help suppress appetite by raising the brain chemical level of serotonin. Seratonin is a substance that we get by eating certain foods - turkey is the most famous example, but by no means the only one - and it also calms you down. This is very significant, because some studies indicate that overweight people overeat because they feel anxious, and the serotonin in food is a way for them to self-soothe in order to calm down. If serotonin can be obtained by taking garcinia cambogia, people who engage in this type of adaptive overeating may well be able to overcome their problem. The active ingredient in garcini

Ginseng and Its Many Uses

Author: Chester Ku-Lea Ginseng is the most famous Chinese herb. It is the most widely recognized plant used in traditional medicine. Various forms of ginseng have been used in medicine for more than 7000 years. Several species grow around the world, and though some are preferred for specific benefits, all are considered to have similar properties as an effective general rejuvenator. Ginseng is a slow growing perennial herb (reaches about 2 feet tall) native to the mountainous area of north eastern China, Korea and far eastern regions of Russia. The older the root, the greater the concentration of ginsenosides, the active chemical compounds, thus the more potent the ginseng becomes. Ginseng roots can live longer than hundreds of years. Ginseng has been cultivated extensively in China, Korea, and Japan, and Russia. Ginseng starts flowering in fourth year, and the roots take 4-6 years to reach maturity. Ginseng is a protected herb in China and Russia: exporting ginseng seeds is banned in

Hair Loss - The Bane Of Both Men And Women

Author: Carol Evans Hair loss had long been the bane of men, although it can also effect women and in that case, the effects can be even more emotionally devastating. Since ancient times, hair loss has been associated with lack of virility and advancing age, even sinister overtones. The claim that bald men are actually les virile than these with hair is actually patently false, as men experiencing hair loss are actually doing so due to large amounts of testosterone in their bodies. Ironically, the hair loss process often slows down around the age of 50, when most men experience a significant drop in testosterone levels. There are many people looking to make some money off of a man's fear of losing his hair. The advertisements run the gamut from natural remedies to tablets, to surgery. Some of these claims are true, and some will force a balding man to shell out a lot of cash for a hair loss remedy that simply does not work. The following are some methods that do work. Propecia fine

Alternative Cancer Cure Teatment Options are Gaining Popularity and Trust

Author: David Maillie Article: Medical science has taken great strides forward. However, the vulnerability to many diseases like cancer, remain. Thus, billions of dollars are spent on researching alternative cancer cure treatments every year through out the world. Alternative cancer cure encompasses methods, natural and otherwise, that go beyond the traditional realm of surgery, radiation or chemotherapy. Some of them are: Physical Touch method Amidst the varied alternative cancer cure methods, Manual Healing or the Physical Touch method is widely known. In its arsenal, you have the age-old Chinese practice of Acupuncture. Here needles are put in the skin into specific energy flow ways in order to balance it. Though it is a debatable point whether Acupuncture can actually cure cancer, it has been to be a definite pain alleviator. Reiki The Japanese observation of Reiki is another alternative cancer cure methodology, which also works along similar lines. A Reiki master can unclog your c