Alternative Medicine

To Trust Your Body Is To Trust Yourself

The good news is that just by turning your attention to what is inherent and most basic about being in a body is the way back to trusting your body, yourself, and all of life.

How To Install Psychic Boundaries

When boundaries are 100% intact at all levels, it strengthens a person's sense of identity, i.e., I am me, and you are you. This is where I begin and end; this is where you begin and end.

Mental Health Respite Facilities Are Filling Care Gaps In Over A Dozen States

Public health professionals say respite facilities can potentially play a big role in addressing a national mental health crisis, especially when it comes to suicide prevention.

Hygiene Habits That Can Do More Harm Than Good

What's your view on brushing your teeth right after a meal, cleaning your ears, or exfoliating? Are those widespread practices helping or hurting you? If you're not sure, let's take a closer look at 10 popular hygiene habits.

Yoga And Other Eastern Therapies Can Positively Impact The Health Of Older Adults

Science has recently begun investigating the influence of Eastern movement modalities on the well-being of older adults, and their findings offer hope to those looking for self-care techniques especially for seniors.

Improve Your Gut Health With Easy Detox Tips

Toxins are everywhere in this world, but that doesn’t mean that they have to accumulate in your body. Begin to look deeply at your daily habits. Become conscious of what’s in your cosmetics and personal care products. Focus on unprocessed organic food.

Why Was This TED Talk Banned?

If you read between the lines in my TEDx talk you’ll get the message, which I didn’t explicitly articulate for good reason: The federal regulatory agencies that are supposed to protect US citizens from these chemicals are doing anything but that.

Drugs And Religion Have Been A Potent Combination Forever, From Cannabis At Ancient Funerary Sites To Psychedelic Retreats Today

There is much more to human drug use than animal instincts. In fact, the archaeological record seems quite overwhelming in linking psychoactive substances in nature to ancient religious rituals.

A Break From Breathlessness: How Singing Helped Me Through Long Covid

Long before covid, music therapists used singing and wind instruments to help patients with respiratory issues like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma.

A Secret Weapon In Preventing The Next Pandemic: Fruit Bats

More than four dozen Jamaican fruit bats destined for a lab in Bozeman, Montana, are set to become part of an experiment with an ambitious goal: predicting the next global pandemic.

The Fascinating and Mysterious Role of the Lymph System in Health and Disease

The lymphatic system – and the lymph nodes within it – play fascinating and important roles in health and disease, from fighting off infection to maintaining the body’s fluid balance.

How To Actually Fix A Lost Voice, According To Science (Hint: Lemon And Honey Doesn’t Work)

If you lose your voice, don’t forget: drink lots of water, use a humidifier if you can, rest your voice, and don’t worry about gargling salt water or drinking lemon and honey tea.

8 Natural Ways To Cleanse Your Lungs

The lungs are the major organ of the respiratory system and responsible for every breath you take. Try these tips to help cleanse your lungs naturally and prevent respiratory disease, the sixth leading cause of death for adults in the U.S.

Walking Backwards Has A Surprising Number Of Health Benefits

What happens if we stop walking on auto-pilot and start challenging our brains and bodies by walking backwards? Not only does this change of direction demand more of our attention, but it may also bring additional health benefits.

Self-Care Is Baked Right Into Us

What if the real reason we never seem able to figure out how to care for ourselves is because we have begun to forget the obvious, simple fact that self-care is built in?

More Than 13 Ways Lemons Benefit Your Health And Home

These bright citrus fruits are high in vitamin C and antioxidants known as flavonoids, which have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that can fight degenerative and brain diseases.

Running Injuries Don’t Happen For The Reasons You Think – Here’s The Three Best Ways To Prevent Them

Running is one of the most popular forms of physical activity worldwide. There are many ways you can protect yourself from an injury – so long as you ignore some long held ideas about the best way to do this.

What Are HeLa Cells? A Cancer Biologist Explains

From polio and COVID-19 vaccines to cancer research and sequencing the human genome, HeLa cells have played an enormous role in many scientific discoveries and advancements.

THC vs CBD: What’s The Difference And What’s Best For Me?

In a world where the wellness industry is constantly evolving, the growing popularity of cannabis-derived products has piqued curiosity and inspired a quest for information.

Turmeric's Golden Touch

Turmeric's golden touch can be a game-changer when it comes to reducing inflammation and easing pain after a fall. Incorporated it into your daily routine, turmeric presents a powerful holistic option in your post-fall recovery.

As Heat Records Fall, How Hot Is Too Hot For The Human Body?

When will it get too hot for normal daily activity as we know it, even for young, healthy adults? The answer goes beyond the temperature you see on the thermometer. It’s also about humidity.

Turning Back The Hands Of Time: 10-Minute Massage Techniques To Appear Years Younger

There is more than one strategy you can use to rejuvenate your skin and restore your natural beauty without expensive creams or invasive procedures. Use simple massage techniques that will leave you looking years younger.

Urgent Request To Say No To Licensing Alternative Therapies In Massachusetts!

On Monday, July 3, during the July 4th holiday long weekend, a surprise hearing was scheduled for Monday, July 10, which opponents of licensing Reiki and other holistic health modalities are urged to attend virtually, in-person and/or with written testimony.

Teas And Tinctures Of The Appalachian Forest

For generations, the Appalachian forests have held a veritable pharmacy for those who know where to look. From sassafras to mountain mint, wild herbs have helped cure headaches, fevers, nerves and other maladies.

Massage Therapists Ease The Pain Of Hospice Patients — But Aren’t Easy To Find

Fewer than 1% of therapists specialize in hospice or palliative care massage, according to research by the American Massage Therapy Association, although many more may periodically offer massage for hospice patients.