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4 Natural Ways to Look and Feel Younger

As you get older in years, you don’t have to decline in body and mind. So ditch the drugs, lose the hormone replacement therapy, forget about surgery, and instead follow these tips from the Chinese medical tradition that help to provide energy, slow down aging and promote the body’s natural healing power.
   
-- Drink green tea. Studies have provided evidence suggesting regular green tea intake shields against Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, perhaps because of its many antioxidants known as polyphenols. Green tea’s best-known polyphenol, catechin, which is known to improve brain power, is found at a four times greater level in green tea than in black tea. An extra benefit of green tea is its potential to aid in the loss of belly fat, which studies have suggested.

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More Cardiac Death in Women Using Antidepressants

Antidepressant use among women is associated with greater risk for sudden cardiac death, a recent study revealed.
   
But the reason for the link is unclear, and the fact doesn’t suggest that antidepressants should be avoided, the scientists said. In fact, it may be that antidepressant use is just a sign of depression, and the real causal link is between depression and heart problems. The report said women with clinical depression had more than twice the risk of experiencing sudden cardiac death.

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Yoga Alleviates Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

By relieving stress, the practice of yoga aids in recovery from posttraumatic stress disorder, two recent studies showed.
   
In one experiment, conducted by Bessel van der Kolk, a psychiatry professor at Boston University School of Medicine, and published in the Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences, women suffering from posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) were divided into two groups. One was given eight sessions of training in hatha yoga, a common form of yoga focusing on breathing and body postures. The other group was put through eight sessions of standard group therapy.

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Ginseng Combination Helps Bowel Movements

Ginseng, with two other ingredients that together form a traditional Japanese herbal medicine, promotes gastrointestinal health and regular bowel movements, a recent study showed.
   
The findings, published in the journal Neurogastroenterology and Motility, revealed that Dai-Kenchu-to, a mixture of ginseng, ginger and zanthoxylum fruit, helped relieve constipation in children and in patients with post-operative ileus. The latter is a disruption of normal bowel movements after an operation.

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14-Point Checklist for a Healthy Heart

Since heart disease is the leading killer of Americans today, affecting some one in four people in the United States, a huge amount of suffering, heartache and medical resources could be saved if citizens undertook some simple lifestyle changes aimed at lowering their risk of cardiovascular disorders.
   
“We need to aim for proactive prevention and not damage control,” said Ara DerMarderosian, a professor of pharmacognosy at the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia. Pharmacognosy is a branch of pharmacology that deals with drugs in their crude or natural state and with medicinal herbs or other plants. “Our goal should be not only to minimize the behaviors that are harmful to our health, but to implement the practices that are known to be helpful and beneficial.”

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Blog Post: Dr. Micozzi, M.D. - June 8, 2009

What makes the story on the 14-point checklist for a healthy heart interesting is that it quotes Ara DerMarderosian, a professor of pharmacognosy at the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia. What is Pharmacognosy?  The American Society of Pharmacognosy defines pharmacognosy as "the study of the physical, chemical, biochemical and biological properties of drugs, drug substances or potential drugs or drug substances of natural origin as well as the search for new drugs from natural sources."

Though most pharmacognostic studies focus on plants and medicines derived from plants, other types of organisms can also be medically valuable. These include various types of microbes, including bacteria, fungi, and microscopic marine organisms.

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30% of Multivitamins Don't Provide What They Say

More than 30 percent of a medicine chest of multivitamins failed to contain what they said they did, or were contaminated with lead, according to a report by the private company ConsumerLab.com
   
Among the 46 multivitamins analyzed, those that failed the test had far more or less of an ingredient than stated on the label. And several, including three supplements for children, contained more than the upper limit recognized as healthy by the Institute of Medicine (IOM). Unhealthily excessive dosages were found for ingredients such as vitamin A, folic acid, niacin and zinc, according to the report by ConsumerLab.com, a White Plains, N.Y., firm that provides consumer information and independent evaluations of health and nutrition products.

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Blog Post: Stuart Diamond, Editor-in-Chief - June 5, 2009

So another dirty secret? Vitamins a fraud? Another great hoax on the public? It’s an important question, because the public is spending billions of dollars on vitamins.

The history of Vitamins – as are many health cures -- is often faddish. Vitamin C, Vitamin E, and now Vitamin D. Each was presented as the next health-saving supplement. Not that they were completely discounted, but the hype was more than follow-up studies demonstrated. A consensus though seems to be building that 3 supplements do have positive impact on our health. They are Vitamin D, Calcium and Fish Oil or Omega-3s.

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Blog Post: Dr. Micozzi, M.D. - June 1, 2009

More and more we are discovering the health benefits of vitamin-D. Most of us tend to stay indoors during the winter months, as I know I certainly do, but lack of exposure to sunlight could mean that you’re not getting enough vitamin D. So taking your lunch outside and soaking up a few rays might be a great idea.


Like with many things, balance is important. Getting half an hour of direct sun exposure a couple times a week can be beneficial, while continually getting sun burns or just baking yourself is not.

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Cortisol Treatment May Help Halt Phobias

A body chemical that hinders the retrieval of memories seems to have the effect of reducing the fear associated with social and spider phobias, a recent study showed.
   
The chemical is the stress hormone known as cortisol, according to research published by a team at the University of Zurich in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, the official journal of the U.S. National Academy of Sciences.

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ADD/ADHD Alpharetta, Georgia

 Progressive Medical Centers of America Progressive Medical Centers of America
Spherios Medical Center
5755 North Point Parkway, Suite 74
Alpharetta, GA 30033
Call: (888) 802-4131

If you have a child with ADD or ADHD, the simple things in life are harder to manage. While there are many conventional medications out there, they are only effective in treating the symptoms rather than identifying the main cause of ADD. But, through effective naturopathic care at the Progressive Medical Center of America in Alpharetta, Georgia, your child can be given the benefit of treating his or her disorder through natural means rather than chemical ones, eliminating your child's dependency on medication for long periods of time. In short, the skillful doctors can provide you with valuable lifestyle and environmental guidance that will help you control your young one's ADD with much more ease and confidence, so that your child can progress as much as possible minus the limitations imposed by his or her disorder.


Spinal Decompression California




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Are you troubled by chronic back pain? Spinal decompression therapy can bring you the results you have been waiting for. The Southern California Spine Center in California offers this safe, non-surgical, and minimally invasive procedure as an effective treatment for both chronic and temporary back pain. As the director of this center, Dr. Michael Mountain, DC sees to it that each patient is given individual attention to ensure optimal results and to ensure proper care is administered at all times.


Neck Pain Brunswick County, NC

 Pamela Owens Pamela Owens
At The Beach Chiropractic
6934 Beach Drive SW Suite 2
Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
Call: 910-575-2225

IIf you are one of the millions of Americans suffering from Neck Pain and are looking for a viable alternative to drug treatment and surgery, chiropractic care may be the answer that is right for you. For those living in, or around, Brunswick County, NC, look no further then the At the Beach Chiropractic Health Center. At this state of the art facility, Dr. Pamela Owens and her entire staff will offer you extraordinary personal care that is non-invasive, non-surgical, and effective at easing your pain while increasing your functionality.


Pinched Nerve Uptown Manhattan, New York City

Dr. Steven S. Moalemi, M.D. Dr. Steven S. Moalemi, M.D.
Empire Physical Medicine & Pain Management
551 5th Avenue Ste. 525
Manhattan, NY 10176
Call: (888) 898-7795

A bulging or herniated disc in your back is an awful pain that does not let up, night or day. People who suffer often feel pain when they sit, stand, and lie down; the pain is a constant companion that leaves you listless and unhappy. You can't do the things you enjoy. You're stuck. For effective treatment that can get you relief, Dr. Steven S. Moalemi, M.D. of Empire Physical Medicine & Pain Management in Uptown Manhattan, New York City uses spinal decompression.



Sciatica pain relief Greenwich, Fairfield County, CT

Dr. Adrian Marcus Dr. Adrian Marcus
Back & Neck Pain Center of Greenwich, P.C.
100 Melrose Ave # 101
Greenwich, CT 06830
Call: (888) 847-1821

Is sciatica bogging you down? Seek pain relief with Dr. Adrian Marcus at Greenwich Pain Relief in Fairfield County. This is a place where they know pain and can offer you non-surgical, non-invasive treatment options. Dr. Marcus is a Diplomate of the Academy of Medical Acupuncture.


You Can Lose Weight Fast with Acceletrim

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Are you determined to loose weight? Are you tired of going up and down and feel like you crave certain foods that keep tripping you up? Scientists have long known that certain foods cause a temporary release of psychological stress and enhance the mood. It's because these foods have a certain metabolic process in the brain that releases endorphins and makes you feel happy. The happy, "feel good" state this puts you in is addictive. Imagine being able to loose weight without those awful cravings! When you pick Acceletrim to help you loose weight, you can.


Scoliosis Treatment Norwalk, CT

Dr. Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C. Dr. Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.
Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.
156 East Avenue
Norwalk, CT 06851
Call: (203) 242-0165

Don't let the pain of scoliosis leave you uncomfortable with your body. Quality treatment and relief is available in Norwalk, CT. Dr. Risa Sloves, DC at Associates in Family Chiropractic has been treating patients with scoliosis for sixteen years.


Sciatica Smithtown, Long Island

Dr. Daniel Crews DC Dr. Kathryn Crews, DC Dr. Daniel Crews DC Dr. Kathryn Crews, DC
Advanced Back Solutions
267 East Main St, Suite B4
Smithtown, NY 11787
Call: (888) 819-8088

Have you encountered a back ailment that has sent radiating pain down to your lower extremities such as your buttocks, leg and/or foot? If your answer is yes to this question, your pain may be a result of a condition known as sciatica. This condition occurs fairly often and indicates that there may be a problem with the nerves in your spine. The good news is, with immediate attention, you can reverse the effects of sciatica and Dr. Daniel Crews, DC and Dr. Kathryn Crews, DC are more than happy to help. Their office Advanced Back Solutions is located conveniently in Smithtown, Long Island and features some of the most advanced technologies available today.


Effective Weight Loss Manhattan, NYC

 Columbia University Medical Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery Columbia University Medical Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery
Columbia University Medical Center | Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery
The Herbert Irving Pavilion,161 Fort Washington Avenue, 6th Floor, Room 620
NYC, NY 10032
Call: 888-857-1803

Are you struggling to find the right combination of diet, exercise and nutrition to cut the pounds? Is obesity causing your health to deteriorate? You don't have to fight the scale on your own any longer. Obesity surgery has proven an effective weight loss alternative for those who've struggled to lose weight through traditional means. If you're looking for a dedicated team of professionals to help guide you through the weight loss journey, the Columbia University Center for Obesity Surgery offers the Manhattan, NYC area, the tools and education they need to cut the pounds.


Digestive Problems South Palm Beach County, South Florida

Dr. Brazelia Lazzari Dr. Brazelia Lazzari
Brazelia Med Spa
Royal Palm Plaza
101-G Plaza Real So., Boca Raton, FL 33432
Call: 888-229-3617

Are you suffering from digestive problems? Whether minor discomfort or a more serious disorder, Dr. Brazelia Lazzari, of Brazelia Med Spa in South Palm Beach County, South Florida can help.



Back Pain Treatment Aurora, Illinois

 Synergy Pain Relief Synergy Pain Relief
Synergy Pain Relief
1669 Montgomery Road
Aurora, IL 60504
Call: 888-288-9770

Back pain can turn you into a different person. It can affect your personality, your confidence, your drive and ambition, and it can prevent you from succeeding in your work. It steals minutes, then hours, then days of your life, while you are limited or even immobilized by the pain. One doctor can help you end all this. Dr. Jennifer Wise, DC, Director of the Synergy Institute in Aurora, Illinois, provides patients with multi-faceted treatment for their chronic pain.



Chiropractic Adjustment and Manipulation Passaic County, New Jersey

Dr. Peter Ferraro, DC Dr. Peter Ferraro, DC

224 Midland Ave.
Saddle Brook, New Jersey 07663
Call: 888-283-6198

When your back is not functioning properly, Chiropractic doctors are your best bet to getting back into shape. Passaic County, New Jersey, residents suffering from back problems should head over to Dr. Peter Ferraro. The procedures will have your back feeling better than ever.



Lumbar Pain Calgary, Alberta

Dr. Drew Oliphant, DC Dr. Drew Oliphant, DC
Alberta Back and Neck Rehab
4607 MacLeod Trail SW
Calgary, Alberta T2G 0A6
Call: (888) 337-9387

Is lower back or lumbar pain significantly decreasing your ability to perform simple functions? Does it make simply walking or sitting an impossible feat? Then you need to change your life for the better by receiving quality treatment that will put an end to your suffering and help you live functionally again. At Alberta Back and Neck Rehab in Calgary, Alberta, a compassionate and skilled staff of professionals is waiting to effectively ease your pain by delivering top notch non-surgical treatment with quality results that speak for themselves.


Spinal Decompression Shrewsbury, Monmouth County

Dr. Dimitrios Lambrou, D.C. Dr. Dimitrios Lambrou, D.C.
North East Spine and Sports Medicine
1104 Arnold Ave.
Point Pleasant, NJ 08742
Call: 888-516-6356

Dr. Dimitrios Lambrou D.C. near Shrewsbury, Monmouth County believes that the human body is very capable of healing itself without the help of medication but sometimes, it just needs a push in the right direction. That's why she treats the chronic pain of herniated or bulging disc with the help of the latest technology of Spinal Decompression.



Back Pain Treatment Hoboken, New Jersey

 Hoboken Integrated Healthcare Hoboken Integrated Healthcare
Hoboken Integrated HealthCare
91 Washington Street
Hoboken, New Jersey 07030
Call: 1-888-533-1061

Have everyday activities like making up the bed or walking up a flight of stairs become a nightmare? Do you find yourself relying on over-the-counter pain killers just to get through the day? For many chronic sufferers, the quest to find lasting back pain treatment can seem impossible. With over 19 years of medical experience, Dr. Joseph Canova, DC, knows that there is a better way to treat back pain than drugs or surgery. With the best non-surgical back pain treatment techniques available, the people of Hoboken, New Jersey have the tools to get them back on their feet.


DRX 9000 New York City

Dr. Steven Shoshany Dr. Steven Shoshany
New York Integrative Medical and Rehab
632 Broadway, Ste 303 (btw. Bleecker & Houston)
New York City, NY 10012
Call: (888) 435-7155

If you are looking for an end to back pain then you should find an expert physician who offers spinal decompression therapy using the DRX9000 in New York City. Dr. Steven Shoshany D.C., C.C.E.P. will give you the comprehensive treatment that combines cutting-edge technology and compassionate support. The DRX9000 has proven with its high success rate that it can reduce a lot of pain.


Anti-aging Bay Area Houston, Texas

 Richard W. Walker Jr., MD Richard W. Walker Jr., MD
Healthe and Well PC
1560 Live Oak St., Suite A
Webster, Texas 77598
Call: 888-450-2599

Noticed signs of aging? Want to get that youthful look back? At Healthe and Well, PC in Bay Area Houston, Texas, Richard W. Walker, Jr., MD provides patients with anti-aging techniques. For many people reaching 40 and 50 can be difficult to deal with. Signs of aging start to develop ranging from weight gain to decreased focus. You don't have to accept the aging process anymore. Dr. Walker utilizes preventative techniques to get the root of the disease before it occurs, affecting the body and mind.


Alternative Medicine Doctor NYC, New York

 Christopher Trahan OMD., LAc Christopher Trahan OMD., LAc
Olympus Center for Holistic and Integrative Medicine
54 West 21st Street (near 6th Ave) Suite 910
NYC, NY 10010
Call: (888)-530-0611

Looking for natural or alternative treatment options? Consider Alternative Medicine with Christopher Trahan O.M.D., LAc. in New York City, NY. He is a Doctor of Oriental Medicine and a Licensed Acupuncturist (NY, NJ, NM) who integrates Chinese and Western Herbal Medicine, Acupuncture and Homeopathy. He is the Director of the Olympus Center for Holistic and Integrative Medicine.



Disc Bulge Seattle

Dr. Jeremy Meadows Dr. Jeremy Meadows
Spinal Relief Center USA
16701 Cleveland Street Suite C
Redmond, WA 98052
Call: (888) 351-8612

If you are suffering from a disc bulge, then you already know how unbearable the pain can be. You also know first-hand the limits it can place on the way you live your life. But did you know that there are non-surgical alternatives out there that can successfully heal your pain without the dangerous side effects that come with surgery? At Spine Relief Center, USA in Seattle, Dr. Jeremy Meadows, DC is a skilled back doctor who employs safe and effective techniques that are designed to fully correct your condition, so you can attain the likelihood of living a comfortable, pain-free life minus the limitations of severe pain.


DRX9000C Loudoun County, Virginia

 Empowered Doctor Empowered Doctor
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Medical Professionals Only, VA 20166
Call: 1-888-697-2630

The DRX9000 spinal decompression machine applies negative pressure to the vertebral discs, in order to let the natural nutrients of the body restore the discs’ normal conditions. Chiropractors around the globe are using spinal decompression technology to alleviate many different conditions related to back and neck pain. If you're a chiropractor who uses Spinal Decompression, and your market includes Loudoun County, VA, Empowered Doctor is looking for you.