Posted in Alternative on Dec 13th, 2007
Massage is the practice of using pressure or vibration either manually or with mechanical aids to help improve the state of the body. It dates back to ancient civilizations, according to writings found, and became popular in the United States in the middle 1800s. Massage therapy has been used for many ailments like stress, pain [...]
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Posted in Childrens Health on Dec 12th, 2007
Kids with certain types of allergies are more likely to have asthma, especially if it involves the nose and eyes such as a runny nose or red, itchy eyes. Whatever seems to cause the allergic reaction, whether dust or pollen, can also trigger asthma symptoms. That is not to say that every child that has [...]
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Posted in Skin Conditions on Dec 8th, 2007
With all of the skin care and anti-aging treatments that are out on the market today, it is highly recommended that you employ some degree of skepticism when approaching them. While scientists and doctors debate the validity of all of their claims in general, the funny thing is that multitudes of users are claiming results [...]
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Posted in Alternative on Dec 6th, 2007
Aromatherapy, an alternative complementary healing art dating back more than 6000 years, uses volatile plant liquids known as essential oils to promote physical, mental and spiritual well being. They work by using the sense of smell to inhale the plant scents and through a topical application on the skin. Some of the benefits reaped include [...]
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