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Written by Holly Fraser
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The benefits of an alkaline diet are becoming increasingly recognised by the medical community. Most dietary websites or experts when questioned on the matter say that the diet should be somewhere between 75% and 85% alkaline. |
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Written by Holly Fraser
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Mercury poisoning occurs when mercury is absorbed through the skin, gastrointestinal tract or lungs. The most severe cases of mercury poisoning usually occur when mercury is absorbed via the lungs. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency states that the most common cause of mercury poisoning in the U.S.A. is the consumption of fish contaminated with methylmercury. Exposure to mercury may result in severe damage to the nervous and reproductive systems and may ultimately be fatal. Some of the many symptoms of mercury poisoning include joint pain, increased sensitivity to light or sound, concentration and memory problems and problems with coordination and balance. |
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Written by Holly Fraser
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Moderate amounts of Candida (a type of yeast) live in every living body without causing any harm. Candida levels are kept in check by the “good bacteria” in your body. Sometimes these “good bacteria” are destroyed by factors such as antibiotics, hormonal changes, poisoning or immuno-suppressive medication. This causes Candida to change into its fungal form and spore through the intestinal wall into the rest of the body. This can lead to a multitude of symptoms. Typically, Candida infestations happen in immunocompromised or diabetic patients. It is an opportunistic infection that under normal circumstances is being kept 'in check' by your body. It is wise to find out why this system is not functioning properly if you have frequent thrush or live blood Candida infections. If the underlying cause cannot be found, a diet might help to keep this symptom under control. |
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Written by Holly Fraser
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Reiki is a complementary therapy that originated in Japan. It promotes balance and harmony of mind, body and spirit. Reiki is well-known for treating stress and depression but is also beneficial to some patients with sleep problems and severe muscle tension. Reiki is also believed to help the body to heal faster following an injury or acute illness. The main concept of Reiki is that a flow of energy called Ki is channelled through the hands of the therapist, who gently places his or her hands on the clothed body or the energy field surrounding the patient. Ki flows to the areas of need, soothing pain and supporting the body's natural ability to heal itself. |
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Written by Holly Fraser
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Reflexology is a complementary therapy, which works on the feet and hands to help restore and maintain the body’s natural equilibrium, as well as targeting specific symptoms.
Reflex areas on the feet and hands are linked to other areas and organs of the body. A professionally trained reflexologist can detect subtle changes in specific points on the feet and hands. By working on these points it is possible to affect the corresponding organ or system of the body. Reflexology is a popular therapy for people of all ages. It can benefit sufferers of many conditions including back pain, migraines, arthritis, sleep disorders, digestive disorders, stress and hormonal imbalances. |
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Written by Holly Fraser
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Chiropractic treatment is suitable for conditions where joints do not move correctly or with ease. Many sufferers of chronic pain conditions experience relief from chiropractic treatment.
Chiropractors use their hands to adjust the spine and other joints where your body is not correctly aligned. This improves mobility of joints and relieves pain. This treatment is known as 'adjustment' or 'manipulation'. Sometimes your body will make a loud clicking or crunching noise during manipulation. This may sound a little alarming at first, but is perfectly normal for chiropractic treatment and not a sign of damage. Chiropractic treatment is very gentle and is often used to treat newborn babies, whose bones became misaligned during birth. Chiropractic treatment is also suitable for the elderly and pregnant women. |
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Written by Holly Fraser
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Dr. John Gray’s “Shake” is popular with Fibromyalgia patients and people who suffer from other pain or fatigue-related illnesses, tension, sleep problems and depression.
The ingredients of the “Shake” form a great recipe to balance the chemicals in the brain at the start of the day. Dr John Gray recommends that the “Shake” is taken in the morning, because this is when most of the serotonin the body needs for the day is produced and this can only happen if the brain receives the proper nutrients... |
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Written by Holly Fraser
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Tom Bowen, born in 1916 in Australia was the creator of the Bowen Technique – a gentle remedial therapy that helps sufferers all over the world with a wide variety of ailments. The Bowen Technique, also known as the Neurostructural Integration Technique, can benefit sufferers of pain and fatigue-related illnesses, respiratory problems and sleep problems, among other ailments.
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Written by Holly Fraser
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Trigger point massage can be very beneficial to patients who have a lot of pain as a result of tight muscle knots. The concept of trigger point therapy is to press so hard on the muscle knot that it is forced to release. It can be very painful for a few seconds, but many patients claim that it is worth the temporary increase in pain for the relief that follows. |
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Written by Holly Fraser
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Viruses do not leave the body once the patient has recovered from the symptoms. A virus remains in the spinal fluid and can be reactivated at times of physical or emotional stress. Anti-viral medications are often prescribed for patients suffering from chronically active viruses. Some patients follow an anti-viral diet as well or instead of using anti-viral medications. These diets are particularly popular with patients suffering from chronic Epstein-Barr Virus (Mononucleosis / Glandular Fever) and patients suffering from recurrent colds or flu-like illnesses. |
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