Massage is much more fruitful than just a simple pampering. Research has shown massage has many health benefits as well, such as increasing the body’s immune response and a reduction in the levels of stress hormones in the blood to name a few.
This news video shows some of the positive effects of massage as revealed [...]
It is often not until we relax that we become aware of how stressed we have been throughout the day, week, or even month. Too much stress can be very harmful for your body. Finding ways to de-stress will benefit your health, as well as those around you. One way to reduce stress is [...]
Caffeine is the most common mood altering drug in the world. It is estimated that between 80 and 90 percent of adults and children in North America habitually consume caffeine. About 15% of the general population report having stopped caffeine use completely, citing concern about health and unpleasant side effects. In the United States, [...]
As the number of individuals with chronic back pain increases, Western Doctors recommend patients to Acupuncturists and other Alternative Therapists for effective pain relief.
Read the full article on CNN Health here.
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Angela, an audience member with shoulder pain explains how she’s seen doctors, had X-rays and tried massage, but nothing has worked. She’s now considering acupuncture but wants Dr. Oz to weigh in.
Just a few years ago, Dr. Oz says, many Western doctors would have written off acupuncture and other “alternative” medicines even though acupuncture could [...]
To ease arthritis pain, you do not necessarily have to rely solely on pain pills and steroids; there are a few alternative treatments that may help you find relief, including acupuncture.
Sixteenth century Chinese doctors believed that illness was due to an imbalance of energy in the body. In acupuncture, disposable, stainless steel needles are used [...]
Traditional Chinese Medicine-it’s been one of the oldest forms of alternative medicine for a while, but what exactly is it?
According to Cathy Wong of About.com, Traditional Chinese Medicine (typically referred to as TCM) “is a complete system of medicine that combines the use of acupuncture, Chinese herbs, food therapy, acupressure, and massage. Health is thought [...]