Medicine: 2008

Sunday, September 28, 2008

Alternative Medicine Education in India

India is home to different alternative and complementary treatment streams. The main among them are Ayurveda, Homeopathy and Siddha, followed by Unani, Naturopathy, Yoga, etc. Before the advent of Allopathy into the land by British rulers, Ayurveda and Siddha were the only treatment options available. The suppression of natural cure methods for the sake of Allopathy has dwindled the importance of Ayurveda, Yoga and Siddha over time. Now there is newfound revival for Ayurveda and other alternative medicines. The single most important reason why people turning away from Allopathy and towards Ayurveda is the fact that side effects so common with Allopathy and an almost total absense of side effects with Ayurveda medicines. Now Government has recognized courses for all types of alternative medicines. Ayurveda medical colleges under direct government control are the main centers of ayurveda education in India. Ayurveda medical colleges and research centers in private sector are relatively new to Indian medical scenario. Employment Opportunities in Alternative Medicine With surge in demand for Ayurveda and other medical sciences by people of India and from around the world, persons educated in alternative medicines today have worldwide opportunities. Training centers, treatment centers, hospitals, resorts with Ayurvedic treatment facilities etc are main places where they can try employment. Independent trainers and recognized doctors also have lot of scope in Ayurveda research, development and treatment industries. Different Ayurveda Universities work from India. A common resource center to get information on all systems of medicines in India is at http://www.IndiaMedicine.nic.in/. Alternative Medicine Training Courses Offered by Kerala Ayurvedics Masseur Training Panchakarma Assistant Training Ayurveda Pharmacist Ayurveda Nurse Ayurveda Nursing Assistant Dev Sri provides insider information about Ayurvedic herbal medicine practices and Ayurveda in Kerala. Find more about Ayurvedic medicines at http://www.KeralaAyurvedics.com/. Site Developed, Hosted and Promoted by Aienet Communications. Website: http://www.aienet.com/

Sunday, September 21, 2008

High Blood Pressure Medication - Angiotensin II Receptor Antagonists

Avapro is a high blood pressure medication and belongs to a group of drugs that are known as angiotensin II receptor antagonists. How Does Avapro Works? Avapro prevents the narrowing of blood vessels by regulating Angiotensin II hormone. If the blood vessels in your body are too narrow, it will lead to an increase of blood pressure, a condition which you don't wish for. Besides that, Angiotensin II hormone is responsible for several other body functions such as retaining fluids/sodium, vasoconstriction, cell division etc. Benefits -Avapro is known to be very effective and have fast results for high blood pressure/hypertension treatment. -The drug can be used as a stand-alone or with other drugs to regulate your blood pressure. - For those who are suffering from type II diabetes, research has shown that by taking this drug, they can reduce the possible dangers to kidney. It enhances the health of the kidneys and prolongs the need for kidney transplants or dialysis. You must take note that Avapro does not cure high blood pressure. But it can control your blood pressure and stabilized it. It must be taken consistently and regularly to achieve its best results. Upon taking the medication, blood pressure will lowered gradually. Even if your high blood pressure condition has improved, you should not stop taking the medication abruptly. You should still continue to take the medicine to maintain your blood pressure. The best is to consult your doctor or pharmacist and follow his or her recommendation. Dosage It is recommended that you take Avapro at a regularly timing daily. It can be taken with or without food. It doesn't really matter. If you miss a dose, try to take it as soon as possible. If it is very near to your next dosage schedule, you can take it at the next timing instead. As usual, follow your doctor's advice for specific dosage instructions. Possible Avapro Side Effects - Dizziness - Diarrhea - Infections of respiratory tract - Extreme fatigue In addition, if you have any allergic reactions, you should not continue to take it. If you have kidney problems, inform your doctor before you take the medication. Alvin Hopkinson is a leading and avid researcher of various high blood pressure treatments. He runs an informational website that provides free tips to lower your hypertension and unbiased reviews on medications such as Avapro To grab a FREE report - The Science Inside: High Blood Pressure, make sure you visit Alvin's site at http://www.minusbloodpressure.com

Sunday, September 7, 2008

Solutions to Skin Problems With Neem

Neem (Azadirachta indica) has powerful detoxification properties, which can be made use to purify blood and cure skin diseases like acne, psoriasis, eczema, dandruff and almost all dermatological problems. Neem's effectiveness in controlling all dermatological diseases is a subject of brisk researches in India, Germany and the USA. Neem relives pain and inflammation. Neem oil is an important constituent of different ointments. Neem oil is also useful in treating ring worm, lice, scabies and athletes foot. Neem oil is beneficial in curing dry skin, skin ulcers, wrinkles, warts and other dermatological conditions. Ayurvedic skin care soaps, lotions, ointments, etc make use of the powers of neem. Such skin care products have neem seed oil, neem leaf or bark extracts. Young twigs of neem were also used to brush teeth, which ensured healthy teeth never attacked by germs or decay. Acne causing bacteria are killed by neem. Boil some neem leaves in water and use the water to wash your body. This will kill germs and bacteria on your skin. When neem extract based soap is used for washing your body, it can reduce the instances of acne inflammation. However you need to either regularly wash your body with 'neem leaf boiled' water (after cooled, of course) or regular application of an ointment with neem extracts. Eczema is another condition that responds well to neem leaf extract treatment. Eczema condition becomes milder with application of neem leaf extracts. Using an Ayurvedic soap, shampoo or ointment is enough to get the desired results in even the severe cases of eczema. Neem also has application in Ayurveda internal medicine and that too in a variety of conditions. Dev Sri provides insider information about Ayurvedic herbal medicine practices and Ayurveda in Kerala. Find more about Ayurvedic medicines at http://www.KeralaAyurvedics.com/. Site Developed, Hosted and Promoted by Aienet Communications. Website: http://www.aienet.com/

Sunday, August 24, 2008

Aroma Therapy - Alternative Medicine of the Future!

These days, many people are turning to more natural and organic methods for the cure and treatment of many different illnesses as well as psychological well being. Aroma Therapy is an ancient method of energizing, healing and relaxing used by countless cultures worldwide. Aroma Therapy is one of the fastest growing alternative medicines in the world today, and for good reason: it works! Imagine being able to heal, energize and relax through the use of all natural methods? Aroma Therapy is the way to go if you are looking for a more organic way to treatment any medical or psychological ailments. At the base of Aroma Therapy lay the essential oils. In a nutshell, the essential oils are extracts from various plants. They are extracted using various methods such as steam distillation, cold expression, or fixed oil and alcohol extraction. Many essential oils can be combined for an increased effect. This is known as the synergy of oils. In order to dillute a certain oil to decrease it's potency, you can mix it with carrier oils. Aroma Therapy oils are great for improving mood and relaxing or energizing the nervous system (depending on the desired effect of the oil). Some immediate side effects of this include an increase in healing and a decrease in stress levels. In addition to that, many oils have been known to have anti-fungal, anti-viral, and anti-septic properties and are found in household cleaning products. Aroma Therapy oils are a great way to enjoy many extremely healthy and mood enhancing side effects! Don't you think it's about time you looked into Aroma Therapy for all the great physical and psychological benefits it offers? I think so too! Want to reduce stress? Want to improve mental alertness and mood? Want to experience increased healing and a stronger immune system? Aroma Therapy is the alternative medicine of the future! There are so many proven benefits to using Aroma Therapy oils that it's hard to believe that more people don't use this proven, ancient treatment. Aroma Therapy really is the wave of the future when it comes to self healing. Just think about the benefits and what they can do for you! More energy and focus: Put that extra energy to use in whatever way you want! Whether you want to excel in your career, hobbies and favorite past times, or just enjoy more time with family and friends! Improved healing: How many times has a bad cold or other sickness kept you from work? Kept you from doing your daily chores and kept you bed-ridden, unable to do the things you want? Aroma Therapy is a great way to jump start your immune system and improve your body's natural ability to overcome sickness! Decreased stress: Anyone can benefit from decrease in stress levels. With the high stress world we live in today, anyone and everyone gets stressed out sometimes. Aroma Therapy can relax you and calm you down after a long day. Get the relaxation and peace of mind you deserve! Well there you have it! If this isn't enough evidence to convince you to give Aroma Therapy a try, I don't know what will! The proof is there and the benefits (both physical and psychological) are proven. No wonder millions of people around the world have been reaping the benefits of Aroma Therapy for generations! It works! NOTE: We are not doctors or professionals in this field. Any information found on this website is NOT medical advice and should not be attempted prior to consulting trained medical professionals. We are not responsible for any misuse of information posted on this site. http://www.aroma-therapy-facts.com Aromatherapy - Facts and Information

Sunday, August 17, 2008

Why Should You Register As A Patient?

Online doctor search websites has made the task of locating the best doctors easy. No longer is it required for you to personally visit various hospitals, dispensaries, and clinics to find out doctors who specialize in the disease and condition you are into. How to find a doctor? Finding a doctor is as easy as finding your favorite music album over the Internet. All you need is to visit a website that offers doctors� search facility and start searching. Different doctors search sites offer different services. For example, some sites will allow you to search according to specialties, some sites according to locations as well as specialties, while some will allow you to search by location, specialties, and name. In other words, more detailed a website easier for you to find a doctor. Most doctors search website allows only doctors to register themselves and make their names searchable in the website, while patients simply have the facility to search for registered doctors. Here, the effectiveness of any website depends on the willingness of doctors for more business. It often happens that a patient may not be able to find a particular specialist. This may be either due to unavailability of specified doctors, or inability of the patient to search. Whatever may be the reason, it is the website that is at a loss. This is where patient registration helps. When a patient registers with a doctors search website, his details are automatically stored in a database. There are a number of advantages of registration; some sites keep patients updated about new registered doctors, while some sites even inquire about the wellbeing of patients regularly. Some doctors search website also give special offers and discounts to registered patients, using which they can save substantially. Patient registration is necessary; however, doctors search sites must realize that the registration process should be simple. Many sites focus on intricate details, making the registration process a complex and confusing one. Hence, the onus is on making an easy patient registration process�website owners can easily get the details personally from registered patients. Myself webmaster of http://www.findadoc.com deal in catering services to find a doctor, find a physician, rate doctors, rated doctors, featured doctors and other health medical services

Sunday, August 10, 2008

Dangerous Mercury Levels in Vaccines as of 2007

Mercury Poisoning in Vaccines As of 2007 the current type Mercury used in 6 major vaccines in America is called thimerosal, an organic form of Mercury, and here are the facts concerning it. The Mercury Vaccine Facts: A 0.1% solution of thimerosal is used. A 0.5 cc dose contains 25 mcg of mercury Water Contamination = 2 Parts per billion. Toxic Waste = 200 Parts per billion. EPA Allowable Fish = 700-1000 Parts per billion. 0.5 cc Vaccine = 50,000 Parts per billion (�Dr. David Ayoub, M.D.) Vaccines have 250 times more concentrated deadly mercury than pure toxic waste, and since it is injected straight into the body rather than cleaned out through the body�s protection mechanisms in the digestive tract, we're talking about beyond mercury poisoning. According to many expert medical witnesses & court findings it is beyond negligence. After countless lawsuits against vaccine makers, tying them to a long list of diseases such as Autism, all but one manufacturer (the largest one) has been put out of business. Last year Bush Executive Order 10789 was put into place that protects this vaccine producer from being sued for any well proven injury injecting this poison has caused. Yet according to the FDA�s report in Nov. 30th 2006 on Thimerosal in vaccines, America still needlessly uses Thimerosal in 6 major vaccines. There are a lot of myths out that vaccines have cured the larger diseases, propaganda put out by Rockefeller family who owns 99% of the vaccine industry, as well as much of the oil companies they use to make the pills out of. There has been no proven benefits of vaccinations, and many times people still get polio, hepatitis, small pox, measles, mumps and every other disease even after they were vaccinated for it, this is a medical fact! However the real proven cure has been the removal of improper pesticides such as DDT from farming. Banned around the world, but not in the United States That might explain why thimerosal was nearly eliminated in many countries 20 years ago. In 1977, a Russian study found that adults exposed to ethylmercury, the form of mercury in thimerosal, suffered brain damage years later. Studies on thimerosal poisoning also describe tubular necrosis and nervous system injury, including obtundation, coma and death. As a result of these findings, Russia banned thimerosal from children's vaccines in 1980. Denmark, Austria, Japan, Great Britain and all the Scandinavian countries have also banned the preservative for children. Most adult vaccines throughout Europe still contain thimerosal. In America this so-called �preservative� is approved to continue to be used up until the year 2010. (Note: this is not medical advice. You should always consult a doctor about medical issues, and there are many good reformed ones out there) Stephen Knott is a writer for The Christ's Assembly Online http://christsassembly.com/

Sunday, August 3, 2008

Pagan Medicine: Then and Now

A time will come when our children's children will look back upon the age of "modern" medicine of the 21st century as paganistic witchcraft, foisted upon ignorant masses of people. May God rightly judge those who corrupted His ministry of healing and killed His children. When one compares today's modern medicine with that of the medicine practiced by ancient Egyptians, a remarkable similarity unfolds. The Egyptian Papyri, discovered in Thebes about 1862, furnish medical prescriptions issued in Egypt about 1552 B.C. Listed among the ingredients are -lizard's blood -Moisture from pig's ears -animal fats -excreta from humans, animals and insects -drugs (1) For example, to cure embedded splinters, worms' blood and asses' dung were applied. Such a practice had to result in a heavy toll of death from lockjaw, since dung is loaded with tetanus spores. (2) By Contrast, the neighboring nation of Israel enjoyed relatively good health. Their nation was a Theocracy (ruled by God). God promised the Israelites they would not suffer any of the diseases that afflicted the Egyptians, if they observed His commandments.(3) In light of the fact that Moses was instructed in all the wisdom of the Egyptians (Acts 7:22), it is amazing none of the Egyptian treatments for illness show up in the Pentateuch. (4) And there is good reason. The health laws God laid down to the Israelites, i.e. sanitary disposal of excrement, washing and use of running water, isolation and quarantine, dietary regulations, cleansing after touching the dead, have all stood the test of time. However, when tomorrow's historians investigate the written modern medicine medical record of the 21st century, what will they find? They will find medicinal ingredients, not unlike that of the ancient Egyptians. -Pus from sores of diseased animals -Horse serum -Calf serum -Fecal matter -Urine -Unwashed physician hands -Poisonous drugs The record will also reveal these "modern medicines" had about the same results as the ancient Egyptians, and did nothing to advance healing. As a matter of fact, they will learn the use of these substances advanced disease at the expense of untold human suffering and death. (5,6) Fortunately, not every modern day physician subscribes to modern day pagan medicine. Dr. Robert Mendelsohn, M.D., an ardent foe of modern medicine wrote; "I no longer believe in modern medicine. I believe that despite all the super technology and elite bedside manner, the greatest danger to your health is the doctor who practices modern medicine. I believe that Modern Medicine�s treatments for disease are seldom effective, and that they�re often more dangerous than the disease they�re designed to treat." - Dr. Robert Mendelsohn, M.D. When you consider the modern day medicine apparatus is directly responsible for one of every three deaths, (7) Dr. Mendelsohn is right. I believe there are others, men and women like Dr. Mendelsohn who will rise up to restore dignity, honor and holiness to the ministry of healing. They will rise up and overthrow the pagan form of medicine we know today as modern medicine. I believe a time will come when our children's children will look back upon the age of "modern medicine" of the 21st century as paganistic witchcraft, foisted upon an ignorant peolpe. May God rightly judge those who corrupted His ministry of healing and killed His children. References: 1. S.I. McMillen, None of These Diseases, 1963, 11-24 2. Ibid #1 3. Exodus 15:26 4. The first five books of the Hebrew Bible; Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy. In the Jewish tradition these are the Torah, the law of the covenant. 5. Diseases caused by medications include collagen vascular disease produced by blood pressure medications, and Cushing's syndrome produced by prolonged cortico-steroid use. The New England Journal of Medicine has published several studies linking cancer chemotherapy to the later appearance of new malignancies. New England Journal of Medicine. 1990; 322: 1-6 6. Parkinsonism is caused by the neurological side effects of anti-depressants or anti-psychotic medication. A Harvard Medical School study showed that drugs were the real cause of the original symptoms in 37 per cent of elderly patients who were treated for Parkinson's disease. L-dopa, the medication used in treating these patients has its own severe side effects, that often require the use of additional drugs to control., American Journal of Medicine. 1995; 99: 48-54 7. Journal of American Medical Association (JAMA), Vol. 284, July 26, 2000 Jim Lynn is the author of The Miracle of Healing in Your Church Today: http://godshealingword.org

Sunday, July 27, 2008

Freckles - Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Definition: Freckles are flat, circular small spots of melanin on human skin in people of fair complexion. The spots develop randomly on the skin, especially after repeated exposure to sunlight. They may vary in color - they may be red, yellow, tan, light-brown, brown, or black. They are usually more often seen in the summer, especially among lighter-skinned people and people with light or red hair. Both men and women get freckles at an equal rate. There are two basic types of freckles - ephelides and lentigines. Ephelides, are flat red or light-brown spots that typically appear during the sunny months and fade in the winter. Lentigines, are small tan, brown, or black spots which tend to be darker than an ephelis-type freckle and which do not fade in the winter. Freckles are most commonly found on the face , although they may appear on any skin exposed to the sun . Freckles are rare on infants , and are very common among children aged 5 to 15 years. They are usually less common on adults. Causes of Freckle: Some Common Causes of Freckle are as:- Exposure of skin to sun is one of the main cause of developing freckles. Freckles will fade when sun exposure is reduced or eliminated. The basic cause of freckles are some special cells in the skin that produce a pigment called melanin. If you have melanin in your body, going on accumulating at one place, then it may result in freckles age spots. Freckles are influenced by genetic factor also. Hormone Abnormalities can cause freckles since estrogen over-stimulates pigment-producing cells, causing them to generate excess color when exposed to sunlight. Fair skin is another main cause for freckle. There is less overall melanin in fair skin to absorb UV light, therefore pigment cells produce melanin at an increased rate. Symptoms of Freckles: Some of the Possible Symptoms of Freckles are as:- There may be change in the skin color and shape. Diarrhea is another common symptom which is accompanied with freckles. There may be crampy abdominal pain and/or weight loss. The skin cancer may be a possible symptom of freckles. Moles are often produced at the affected area of skin. There may be blood or mucus in the stool. Treatments of Freckles: The effective treatments for freckles are as:- Bleaching Creams - The use of hydroquinone and kojic acid are one of the beneficial treatment for freckles. They may help in lightning freckles if they are applied consistently over a period of months. Cryosurgery: A light freeze with liquid nitrogen can be used to treat freckles. Chemical Peels: Chemical peels are used to remove age spots, freckles, discoloration, wrinkles and fine lines. They generally help to make the skin smooth and firm and also help in curing freckles gradually. Intense Pulsed Light Therapy (IPL): IPL is one of the newer forms of facial rejuvenation. IPL delivers energy to both the superficial (epidermis) and deep (dermis) layers of the skin, the epidermis is spared from damage. Thus, there is virtually no recovery time. Tretinoin: Tretinoin (vitamin A acid, Retin-A) also helps to make freckles lighter when applied over a period of time. Laser Treatment: Freckle removal is easily achieved with lasers. The laser light is very effective and helps in eliminating freckles safely. For more valuable information about freckles, visit http://www.thebeautytips.com.

Sunday, July 13, 2008

Complementary and Alternative Treatments for Mastitis

Description Mastitis is a common breast infection among lactating women. It is caused when bacteria enters a breast through a cracked or abraded nipple. The bacteria causes a localized infection and an abscess of pus develops. Signs and Symptoms Red, tender, painful lump or swollen area in the breast Swelling of the nearby gland in the armpit Fever Pus discharge from the nipple of the affected breast Conventional Medical Treatment If you suspect you have mastitis, visit your physician, who will physically examine the breast. A needle biopsy of the lump may be necessary to confirm diagnosis. Most cases of mastitis can be treated with oral antibiotics and analgesics (painkillers). If the abscess is serve, it may need to be drained. Talk to your physician about alternative feeding options for your baby while you are being treated for mastitis. Complementary and Alternative Treatments Nutrition and Supplementation Other than drinking plenty of fluids, there isn't much in the way of diet that can be done to treat mastitis. Do not stop nursing or the ducts will remain full. Over-filled ducts can exacerbate the problem. These daily supplements help the nursing mother and baby: free-form amino acid complex (as directed on label)-supplies necessary protein calcium (1000 to 1500 mg)-needed by both mother and baby magnesium (500 to 750 mg)-balances with calcium vitamin B complex (50 mg 2 times daily)-necessary for milk production; relieves stress prenatal vitamins (continue prescribed regimen) (Consult your healthcare provider regarding the duration of treatment.) Herbal Therapy Echinacea, with its antibiotic compounds, is very helpful in treating mastitis and healing nipple fissures. Add a dropperful of tincture and 1 or 2 cloves of garlic to 1/2 cup carrot juice. Blend well in a blender. Drink several times a day. To aid healing and ease pain, gently massage aloe vera gel into cracked nipples. Homeopathy A homeopathic practitioner may advise one of the following treatments for mastitis, depending on your symptoms: Belladonna-for breasts that are inflamed, red, hot tender; throb; and have red streaks radiating from the nipples Bryonia-for breasts that are hot hard, and painful, especially when you move Silicea-if your nipples are cracked and infected Phytolacca-for breasts that are very firm, sensitive, and have a purple hue; this remedy is also helpful if you feel pain throughout your body when you breastfeed your baby Hydrotherapy Apply warm, moist compresses to the affected breast before feedings to ease discomfort and help ensure that ducts drain. Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncture To lessen the inflammation caused by mastitis, the practitioner uses acupuncture to target the following points: Stomach 18 and 44, Gallbladder 41, Large Intestine 4, Small Intestine 1, and Conception Vessel I? In addition, ear points that correspond to the mammary gland, internal secretion, back of head, and adrenal gland also may be included. Acupressure To treat mastitis, the practitioner may focus on Stomach 18, Conception Vessell 17, and Bladder 18, 20, and 21. Chinese Herbal Therapy Leonurus may be used to quell the swelling associated with mastitis. Dandelion also may reduce breast pain and inflammation. The dosage varies, depending upon the severity of the condition and the form in which the herb is taken-check with your TCM practitioner. Read out for Home remedies Check out green tea and body mass index calculator

Sunday, June 29, 2008

Early Warning Signs Of Diabetes

From heart disease to kidney problems, blindness and nerve damage, recognizing the symptoms of diabetes mellitus early and getting proper medical treatment is key to managing it effects and the complications it can cause. Even when those who heed the early symptoms of diabetes do go to the doctor they often express disbelief that they are diagnosed as being diabetic. In the early stages of diabetes the symptoms can be more of a minor annoyance, leading those who are diagnosed saying things like "I don't feel sick". In fact many people are diagnosed with diabetes when they visit the doctor because they think they have something else wrong with them. Many of the early signs of diabetes are often attributed to some other ailment or condition. The American Diabetes Association has a list of the early warning signs of diabetes and they include: 1. Increased Urination - This is caused by high blood sugar levels which increase the amount of blood that flows through the kidneys. 2. Excessive Thirst - The increased output of urine can lead to dehydration. 3. Extreme Hunger - Because diabetes is characterized by a lack of insulin or insulin resistance glucose is unable to cross over from the blood stream into the cells where it is needed for energy production. The body thinks it's hungry because of the energy deficit and manifests hunger pangs. 4. Unexplained Weight Loss - The body will start to break down its own proteins (muscle) and fat to make up for the perceived lack of cellular energy. This despite the fact that the person is actually eating more. 5. Fatigue - Caused by the decreased energy levels. 6. Irritability and Depression. 7. Vision Impairment - An increase in blood volume caused by high blood glucose levels can lead to swelling of the eye's lens. The sooner the symptoms of diabetes are recognized and diagnosed the better the chances of a managing this condition and avoiding many of the serious and sometimes life threatening complications this disease can bring. Diabetes is the sixth leading cause of death by disease in the United States today. These symptoms will get progressively worse as the affects of the diabetes creates a variety of complications that affects many of the bodily systems. It is important to note that these symptoms will not resolve themselves. Floramae A. Malazarte graduated as Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Management. She is a good businesswoman. To learn more about the symptoms and complications of diabetes check this out http://diabetic-diet-plan.health-choices-net.com

Sunday, June 15, 2008

Is Lingzhi the King of Herbs?

Ganoderma Lucidum, known in China as Lingzhi or Reishi in Japan and Yeongji in Korean is a type of mushroom that until recently, was a rare herb and only available to those rich and powerful. In nature, it lives mainly on dried trunks or stumps of trees such as maple, plum, guercus serrata or pasonia trees. Even then, only 2 or 3 out of 10,000 of such aged tree will have Lingzhi growing, therefore it is very scarce. The oldest Chinese Medical text known today is the "Shen Nong's Herbal Classic", which is known in Japan as " Shinnoh Honsohkyo". This herbal medicine book classifies 365 species into three categories: * Superior: Herbs which are effective for multiple diseases and mostly responsible for maintaining and restoring the body balance. They have almost no unfavorable side effects, thus also called God's Herbs. * Average: These are herbs mainly used as tonics and boosters, but their consumption must not be prolonged. * Fair: Herbs in this category are taken as a remedy for certain ailments only and taken in small doses. Treatments using herbs in fair and average category have be monitored carefully and should not be taken continuously. In the superior category, these herbs can be taken in any doses and continuously without unfavorable side effects. Amongst the Superior Herbs, Lingzhi is ranked number one, and was therefore the most exalted medicine in ancient times, thus it is also called" the King of Herbs". For centuries Lingzhi / Reishi is known to be a medicine that will grant you eternal youth and longevity. Due to its medicinal properties and its rarity, many studies were carried out to cultivate Lingzhi / Reishi. With the success in cultivating Lingzhi, Lingzhi is now more readily available to us to use to maintain our health or treat illnesses. Scientists can now make more research to understand it's medicinal properties. One of the success is that Lingzhi is found to be effective in fighting against cancer, though many modern medicine professionals still discounted it, preferring the use of drugs and chemotherapy which have been shown to have many bad side effects. Ganoderma Lucidum ( Lingzhi / Reishi ) are now used in many forms and are produced in several ways to extract the best medicinal properties. In it's pure powder form, it is still quite expensive, about 30 cents per capsule and is usually taken 2 to 4 capsules per day for health maintenance. The less expensive method is consuming coffee, tea and other beverages which contains Ganoderma or Lingzhiin it. Some of these are now popularly known as Healthy Coffee, Lingzhi Coffee or Gano Coffee. Thousands now have reaped the benefit of drinking such coffee, feeling less tired, more energetic with much less caffeine than the normal coffee that they had before. Treatment using Ganoderma Lucidum is also called by some as Ganotherapy. There have been numerous testimonials and studies showing the excellent medicinal properties of Lingzhi, which is also known as Ganoderma Lucidum, Reishi or Yeongji which confirms that it is indeed The King of Herbs. Salmah is a partner in Your Total Health Center at http://www.urtotalhealth.com and http://www.cureforhealth.com and consumes ganoderma daily to maintain her health.

Sunday, May 25, 2008

Common High Blood Pressure Medications - Know These 8 Types

There are eight common medications used to treat high blood pressure. While many people dealing with hypertension will possibly be prescribed a combination of a variety of these medications, the amount of medication needed depends greatly on the type and the level of severity of the illness. While antihypertensive medicines are used to lower blood pressure to normal levels, medications should always be used in combination with a healthy lifestyle change. The main objectives of high blood pressure medications are to not only lower blood pressure but to minimize the side effects caused by some of the medicines. Diuretics Water pills are used to remove excess salt from the body. The increase in salt in a person's body causes the blood vessels to retain more fluid than needed. The release of excess fluid in blood vessels, takes a strain off the vessels and arteries. Examples: Thalitone, Lasix, Esidrix, Lozol, Dyazide, and Maxzide. Beta-Blockers Beta-Blockers are used to reduce the amount of blood pressure flowing through the body, by slowing the heart rate down, it allows for an optimal flow of blood throughout the vessels. Examples: Sectral, Tenormin, Coreg, Lopressor, Toprol, Corgard, Inderal and Blocadren. ACE Inhibitors (Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors) The hormone Angiotensin II can cause the blood vessels to narrow; ACE inhibitors stop that hormone from production. Examples: Lotensin, Vasotec, Prinivil, Zestril, Accupril, Altace, and Mavik. ARBs (Angiotensin II receptor blockers) This medication defends blood vessels from narrowing affects from angiotensin II. Examples: Atacand, Avapro, Cozaar, Benicar, Micardis, and Diovan. CCBs (Calcium channel blockers) Calcium entering from the body's cells can cause blood vessels to constrict, CCB's stop that from happening. Examples: Norvasc, Cardizem, Cartia, Dilacor, Tiazac, Plendil, Cardene, Adalat, Procardia, Calan, Covera, Isoptin, and Verelan. Alpha-Blockers Alpha-Blockers are used to reduce nerve pressure to allow blood to pass in vessels more freely. Examples: Cardura, Minipress, and Hytrin. Centrally acting drugs Centrally acting drugs work with a person's brain chemistry to control nerve impulses that narrow the blood vessels. Examples: Catapres and Methyldopa. Direct vasodilators Direct vasodilators perform by widening the blood vessels to allow more blood to circulate. Examples: Apresoline and Loniten. Alvin Hopkinson is a leading and avid researcher of various high blood pressure treatment. He runs an informational website that provides free tips to lower your hypertension and unbiased reviews on medications such as Cardura. To grab your FREE report on how to prevent and treat high blood pressure, make sure you visit Alvin's site at http://www.minusbloodpressure.com

Sunday, May 18, 2008

Treating Hypothyroidism With Synthroid

Synthroid is a brand name for levothyroxine, a synthetic thyroid hormone responsible for bodies metabolism. Synthroid is given as a treatment for hypothyroidism, which is a disorder whereby the thyroid gland has stopped producing enough thyroid hormone. This condition causes the body's rate of metabolism to drop, with resulting negative effects on its reproductive system. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include fatigue, swallowing difficulty, wild mood swings, hoarse voice, forgetfulness, sensitivity to cold and dry/coarse hair and skin. Synthroid has to be cautiously prescribed by a doctor as a supplement or replacement, in order to restore the delicate balance of the thyroid hormone in your body. When undergoing a Synthroid treatment, avoid the following food products, which can cause your body to absorb less of this synthetic hormone: infant soy formula, cottonseed meal, walnuts, and high-fiber foods. Make sure not to change brands without first asking your doctor as different brands of levothyroxine may work differently for the same patient. Therefore, if you have a prescription refill with different looking pills inside than what you are used to, you would need to talk to your doctor or the pharmacist. If you overdose on Synthroid, seek medical attention immediately. You will get these symptoms on overdose of this medicine: chest pain, pounding heartbeat, shortness of breath, tremor, leg cramps, confusion, vomiting, diarrhea, or seizures. In addition, should you have missed a dose on Synthroid, do not double up on it on your next dosage. Keep to a regularly scheduled time with the prescribed dosage, never to add extra to make up for any missed dose. Your doctor may change the dosage required over time to get the best results, follow the instructions properly. Do not continue taking the dosage for longer than what the doctor prescribed. Take Synthroid 30 minutes before eating, preferably in the morning, and remember to take it at the same time each day, according to doctor's instructions. It is important that you take Synthroid with a full glass (8 ounces) of water, as the tablet can dissolve very quickly and swell in your throat causing gagging or choking. You will need to schedule regular visits to your doctor for blood, liver, or kidney tests while undergoing this treatment, and do not forget these scheduled visits. You would also need to inform any other doctor or dentist you are visiting, that you are using Synthroid. Once you are on Synthroid however, chances are high that you will continue taking it for the rest of your life. If you take levothyroxine for long periods of time, it may cause loss of bone, leading to osteoporosis. Be sure this possibility is addressed when talking to your doctor. Other things you need to discuss before taking Synthroid include if you have any history of heart disease, coronary artery disease, anemia, diabetes, adrenal or pituitary gland problems, or blood clots. Disclaimer: If you need more information about Synthroid, talk to your doctor or a qualified professional. [Copyright � 2007, Heather Colman. Find more of Heather's articles at eBook Palace. Her articles are available for syndication. Reprinting individual articles is permissible provided no changes are made.]

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Sunday, May 11, 2008

The Way To Reduce Health Care Premiums

As the fitness craze becomes more and more popular, and forward thinking people shift to a more healthy way of living, the over all premiums for health care continue to skyrocket. Several factors contribute to health care insurance being as pricey as it is. Advancements in the field of medicine, growing demand for health care facilities, rising costs for prescriptions, longer life spans are among some of the things that are making health insurance premiums rise. There's nothing you can do to stop inflation, but there is something you can do to cut down your personal health insurance costs. Take control of your overall health so your lifestyle earns maximum medicare health benefits. Eat a balanced diet, stay active and practice good health routines. There isn't anyone that will be as concerned about your health than you are, particularly as you get older, so you need to do something now before a difficult health issue overwhelms you. It's really is not as tough as it seems, good health generally comes down to basics such as drinking enough water and eating well. Something as easy as carrying around a bottle of water with you to take regular drinks can help you to feel better. Buying higher quality food easily can become a habit. To get the most out of personal health insurance, a healthier lifestyle is going to pay off with reduced health care premiums and better quality of living. Seek Professional Advice Begin by cutting down on smoking and alcohol, then find a physical activity you like that will keep you busy and moving. Eat better by following the advice of high profile nutritionists such as Dr. Gary Null (garynull.com) or Dr. Nicholas Perricone (nvperriconemd.com). Get more active with some type of exercise everyday, like a one hour walk or aerobics. Decrease your sugar intake and get plenty of sleep. Taking care of yourself is going to go a long way for making the most of health care insurance. Statistics show that children of parents that are health conscious typically follow a lifestyle that is similar. If you plan to become a parent or you're a parent now, show them by example. You are going to look and feel better as well as live a more beneficial life. Choose Good Personal Health There are a lot of advantages to living a healthy lifestyle. Medicare insurance and services are outstanding social programs, however, they're fairly limited. That's a likely reason that private health insurance exists. Better health begins with a personal decision, which you can make right now. Doing so will generate a sense of higher self esteem, well being, self-reliance and many other benefits --not to mention looking and feeling your very best. Even with the consistently rising costs of medical care premiums, it's possible to lower your rates with a healthier lifestyle. Contact a health care provider in order to see what is truly expected of you so that you can get the lowest premiums available. If you are young, this is the best time to get health care insurance savings. Good health is much easier to maintain than to get back after you've lost it, and those health insurance premiums shoot up if you're diagnosed with a serious disease or health problem. *** Tips For Medicare Programs *** Government prescription coverage explained Visit our website for a simplified version of Medicare drug plans Medicare Insurance

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Sunday, May 4, 2008

Are Alternative, Complimentary, Natural and Holistic Medicine All the Same?

There is such a vast amount of information out there in the public domain that it is sometimes very hard for us to make sense of it all or even to make a choice about our health treatments. I am a layperson that got interested in �other� treatments when I left my general practitioner�s office unconvinced by his theories about my ailing health. I did not want to be tired any more, but suspected that I first had to get to the bottom of the despondency that I seemed to drown in. The first confusing thing I ran into was what were alternative, complementary, natural and holistic medicine � were they all the same thing? I wanted to learn more about the cause of the ailments and not on how to suppress the symptoms. And so I became a strong supporter of the holistic health approach. The adjective "holistic" (often spelled wholistic) spans all four health domains vs. any one of them, spiritual, emotional, physical and mental. Holistic medicine works in harmony with the body�s rhythms and energies, bringing it back as close as possible to its original state. It speaks of �treating the whole person� and harmonizing the person with nature and refers to the various traditional and modern systems of health protection and restoration, which are based on the body's natural healing powers, the many ways the different tissues affect each other and the influence of the external environment. A toxic environment, whether it is family, belief, or relationship, is one which impinges on someone's holistic health. Holistic health looks at life from the perspective that humans function as complete, integrated units rather than as the sum of separate parts. Alternative medicine is often the term used to describe therapies such as Homeopathy, Acupuncture and Naturopathy and provides a genuine alternative to your family doctor�s surgery. The greatest benefit is achieved when holistic practitioners practice alongside conventional doctors but sadly, in most countries this is still more the exception than the rule! Some therapies like metamorphic technique, chelation therapy or Hopi ear candles are effective within a limited range of conditions and are quite restricted and so are by definition complementary. Most people think natural medicine must imply that there is something inherently good about being natural - but not all things natural are beneficial. Arsenic is natural but certainly not beneficial! The biggest challenge is that most of these therapies are certainly not natural, like Homeopathy or Flower Essence. Most therapies involve a concept of natural, vital energy, which provides the driving force for life itself. Asthma inhalers, antibiotics and steroids never actually cure chronic conditions and often leave people dependent on drugs for partial relief. The holistic approach alleviates symptoms while working towards a real cure that removes the need for treatment of any kind. Generally, the more authentically our spiritual, emotional, physical and mental needs are met both locally and chronically, the higher the state of our holistic health. Lizette le Clus-Fox is an ardent advocate for a holistic approach to health and runs http://www.wellnessthoughts.com and her ezine Wellness Thoughts provides regular in-depth information. To learn more about holistic health visit her web site today!

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Monday, April 28, 2008

Sinus Allergy Medicine And Their Treatment

How does a sinus allergy occur? Sinuses are hollow cavities within the bones of the face and they open up into the nasal passage. Sinus allergy occurs when the nasal passage becomes blocked due to foreign matter(dusts,pollens,etc), often this results in sinusitis. Hence it is essential to find appropriate medicine and treatment before infection sets in. The causes of sinus allergy can be many and varied. It can range from the pollens to dust, dirt and hair. These allergens cause the nasal cavity to become blocked and fluids would not be able to drain into nasal passages, resulting in allergic reactions. The are already well-known medicine and treatment in the market used for such sinus allergy and I am going to briefly touch on them. One known medicine or treatment for such allergy would be using a sinus irrigation system. Sounds scary? Not quite, its actually directing of solution into one's nostril and letting it flow out of the other nostril. Although this may seem slightly uncomfortable, it will help relieve sinus congestion, pressure and pain while strengthening your cilia, immune system and reducing the occurrence of infection. Another less intrusive but more expensive method would be getting a air purifier for your home/office. Not just any air purifier will do mind you, air purifiers with HEPA air filters as they specializes in allergens removal with applications like odor and gas control. Having such air purifier will drastically reduce you contact with the allergens, hence your chance of triggering allergic reaction will be reduced. For the money cautious, there always medicine readily available to relief you of the allergy symptoms. Neti pots, nasal spray and even oral medicine have all been proven to reduce sinus allergy reactions, these medicine are easily available to anyone due to their cheap prices. In short sinus allergy can be controlled or cured with the appropriate medicine or treatment method. Nasal irrigation, living in a clean and tidy environment and controlling your diet to avoid foods that might trigger your allergic reactions are all ways you practice and implement into your daily routine. You can also use our FREE report to find out further details of how you can get rid of your sinus allergy for good. Andrew is an independent researcher on various sinus allergy medicine, his research material can be easily view at http://www.squidoo.com/remedies-sinus-allergies

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