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HEALTH NEWS
Health Privacy Plan Is Attacked by Democrats, Praised by Industry
The Bush administration has submitted a proposal to allow doctors and hospitals to disclose patients' medical data to other health care providers, pharmacies or insurance firms without their written consent. The plan drew praise from lobbyists representing drug stores, insurers and many health care providers. Patient advocacy groups warned that the proposal would weaken important privacy protections. The health care industry argued that it would avoid paperwork and bureaucratic hassles that could delay medical treatment for patients.
Researchers Report High Protein Intake Coupled With Calcium Supplementation Helps Maintain Healthy Bone Density
A new study reports that elderly Americans who are on high protein diets and have adequate calcium intake can reverse bone loss usually associated with high protein diets. The results show that the supplemented adults who ate a diet high in protein displayed significant positive effects on their bone mass density. On the other hand, for the volunteers who took the placebo, calcium levels absorbed into their bloodstream were reduced as they consumed more protein.
Government Will Require Nutrition Labels On Packaged Meat and Poultry
The US government will require nutrition labels on packaged meat and poultry under proposed rules being drafted by USDA for publication this summer. Fat, cholesterol, and calorie content must be listed on the labels. Retailers could choose to provide nutrition information on the product, on signs displayed at the point of purchase or in brochures or leaflets.
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COLUMNS FROM THE EXPERTS
Dr. Galland's Integrated
Medicine
Despite great advances in the treatment of infectious epidemics, trauma and critical care, modern medicine is failing in its mission. Childhood mortality rates around the world are rising and the major medical challenge of the twenty-first century--decreasing the burden of chronic illness and disability--is not being met. The reason lies in the faulty blueprint used to guide contemporary health care, according to Dr. Leo Galland in "The Foundation for Integrated Medicine Supporting Health Care for the Twenty-First Century."
Mind Body Health Newsletter
Patients often only communicate symptoms such as pain, wheezing, swelling, and itching. Physicians often remain unaware of how the symptoms impact the patient's life. Similar symptoms may have very different importance for different patients. It is critical that you communicate not only your symptoms but how important that symptom is to you and what it means to you. How much does the symptom interfere with your life, work, recreation, relationships, and plans? Your doctor isn't a mind-reader, notes David Sobel, M.D. in "Tips for Communicating with Your Doctor." Even if he or she doesn't ask (and it would be great if every doctor did), express your concerns, especially how the symptom limits your daily life. Be as specific as you can. Help your physician see the world through your eyes. The meaning of the symptom for you will help guide your doctor’s advice and actions.
Keeping Fit
Lawn and gardening activities are always more effective, efficient and enjoyable when you are in good physical condition. In "Using Lawn and Garden Tools Safely" Wayne Westcott, Ph.D. not only gives basic conditioning tips, but details specific suggestions for using equipment such as a rototiller, trimmer, lawnmower and spreader.
Mind Boosters
A study of more than 6,000 persons ages 65 and older showed that a high intake of vitamin E from foods and/or dietary supplements was associated with reduced memory loss and other cognitive decline. This study was important because most of the previous research had focused on antioxidant nutrients as treatment therapy in persons who already had Alzheimer's or Parkinson's disease. In "Vitamin E Reduces Mental Decline Among Older Persons" Ray Sahelian, M.D. shares what he recommends for his patients as insurance to protect against these diseases from ever occurring.
HEALTHY SHOPPING
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EatWize is designed to accommodate your personal likes and dislikes, and results in a specialized interactive program that is unique to you. Developed through exhaustive research of successful weight-loss programs and through lengthy collaboration with health professionals, the EatWize package Includes: Customized Nutritional Guide, Daily Food Planner, Recipe Book, CD Rom, and Online Support.
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Are You Using A 19th Century Method To Combat
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CleanZone Soap is a true breakthrough in how we wash our hands. Not only is it rich in moisturizers, essential oils and ever so compatible with the skin, but most importantly, it automatically washes where the germs and pathogens accumulate under and around the fingernails. Since 95% of the germs on the hands are under the fingernails where normal hand washing fails to reach, CleanZone Soap is a must for today's world. By the way, did we mention that we have a Facial Solution that allows you easily cleanse your nasal passageway?
HEALTHY BOOKSTORE
Healthy Bookstore
Using a weight-loss and management program enlightened by the basic principles of Ayurveda, the five-thousand-year-old Eastern medical system, in "Stop Your Cravings: The Ayurvedic Plan for Losing Body Fat, Increasing Energy and Using Food to Manage Stress" Jennifer Workman guides readers in restoring the body's natural balance to improve overall health. Readers can use a self-test to identify their own body and personality type and learn to understand what their body needs and how it responds to food, to the weather, and to everyday events in their lives. Workman shows how eating the right combination of foods and flavors for certain body types and lifestyles, along with yoga and exercise, can diminish cravings to the point that food is no longer an issue of stress and worry.
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PainDefense (Joint & Muscles Formula) - www.healthy.net/paindefense
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SweetLeaf (Stevia-Natural Sweetener) - www.healthy.net/sweetleaf
Teeccino (Caffeine-Free Herbal Coffee) - www.healthy.net/teeccino
Third Line Press (Nutritional Medicine CD) - www.healthy.net/thirdline
Vitamin Store - www.vitacost.com/asp/default.asp?ID=Healthy01
NEWS FROM THE VILLAGE
Featured Center
One of the Internet's most comprehensive resources on homeopathy is HealthWorld's Homeopathy Center. The Center hosts over 150 articles from leading homeopathic experts such as Dana Ullman, M.P.H, Judyth Reichenberg-Ullman, N.D., Robert Ullman, N.D., Richard Moscovitz, M.D. and Jacquelyn Wilson, M.D. as well as over 90 Real Audio tapes in the Homeopathic Audio Library. HealthWorld also hosts the websites of the National Center for Homeopathy, the Homeopathic Academy of Naturopathic Physicians, and the American Institute of Homeopathy, all of which were originally designed by HealthWorld as a public service and continue to reside on our server. Other key resources include online referral lists from the Council for Homeopathic Certification and the HANP, searchable by city, state and zip code, and a great selection of homeopathic books in our online bookstore.
Healthy Woman Update
It's not always easy to tell when you need medical help for chest pain. Women tend to not consider a heart attach as a possibility. It is important that everyone reviews the article "Chest Pain" and the questions compiled by the American Institute of Preventive Medicine. Have a clearer idea when you need to seek emergency care and when self-care is appropriate.
Healthy Kitchen - Healthy Diets
There are numerous approaches to selecting the type of food you eat. Most people of the world are omnivorous (where both animal and vegetable foods are eaten). In "Types of Diets" Elson M. Haas M.D. explains not only common diets (Carnivorous, Lacto-ovo-vegetarian, Vegan), but also less well-known ones (Macrobiotic, Raw Foods, Natural Hygiene, Fruitarian, Fasting, Warrior’s, Natural Food, Paleolithic, Industrialized). Curious?
Healthy Alternatives
In spite of a great deal of excellent research designed to explain how acupuncture works, as yet there are no simple answers available. However,in "How Does Acupuncture Work?" George T. Lewith M.A., M.R.C.G.P., M.R.C.P. offers a variety of theories that attempt to explain the mechanism of acupuncture. He goes on to present clinical applications of these theories.
Find a Professional
The Professional Referral Network contains searchable directories for 20 leading professional associations in complementary and integrative health care, with over 16,000 professionals. Looking for a healthcare professional specializing in herbal medicine? The Herbalism section includes the American Herbalists Guild member database.
Featured Natural Medicine School
Blue Heron Academy of Medical Massage Therapy in Grand Rapids, MI offers three levels of training in medical massage and medical manual therapy - technician, professional, and masters certification. The technician and professional programs are both six months in length. The masters certification program is 18 months in length. For more information: schools.naturalhealers.com/blueheron/
To search a directory of natural medicine schools go to:
www.healthy.net/schools
GLOBAL HEALTH CALENDAR
Global Health Calendar
National Center for Homeopathy 2002 Annual Conference
Also featuring a special Post-conference workshop with Nandita Shah
Phoenix, AZ USA
April 11-16, 2002
Contact: National Center for Homeopathy - 703-548-7790
An Evening with Dr. Andrew Weil: A 'Wisdom of the Sages' Event
Marriott Hotel, Center City at 7:30pm
Philadelphia, PA USA
April 18, 2002
Contact: Mind Body Spirit Expo - 215-627-0102
Anatriptic Arts Expo 2002
A Showcase of Hands-On Healing at Ft. Mason Center
May 3-5, 2002
San Francisco, CA USA
Contact: Anatriptic Arts Expo - 866-854-3976
Holistic Medicine Scientific Conference
Breaking Down Barriers - Building Bridges
Toronto, Ontario CANADA
May 15-18, 2002
Contact: American Holistic Medical Association - 703-556-9728
65th Annual Natural Products Trade Show and Convention
NNFA MarketPlace 2002: Let's Get Down To Business
Las Vegas, NV USA
June 7-0, 2002
Contact: National Nutritional Foods Association - 800-966-6632
12th Annual ISSSEEM Conference
The Co-Creation Process in Energy Medicine: A Synergy of
the Sciences & the Healing Arts
Boulder, CO USA
June 14-19, 2002
Contact: International Society for the Study of Subtle
Energies & Energy Medicine - 303-425-4625
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