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HEALTH NEWS
Estrogen-Progestin Risk Took Decades to Uncover
Although negative news about HRT (hormone replacement therapy) has been trickling out for the past few years, it wasn't until a recent announcement that the evidence became irrefutable. In retrospect it seems people embraced the positive findings and discounted the evidence of problems.
U.S. to Require Trans Fat Labeling
The government is moving to require the listing of artery-clogging trans fat on food labels after a recent report found there is no safe level in people's diets. The final rule could be issued sometime between next Fall and early Spring.
Bypass Surgery Linked to Brain Damage
Patients undergoing coronary bypass surgery, one of the most common heart procedures done around the world, may be at risk for suffering brain damage. Researchers documented changes including lesions in areas of the brain that had suffered reduced oxygen flow and brain cells' inability to function correctly.
Is irradiation safe? Public Citizen vs. CDC
The watchdog group Public Citizen is opposed to irradiating food. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention believes irradiation is a useful weapon in combating food-borne illness. It is hard to reconcile the two camps' opinions on the topic.
To keep up-to-date with news in the world of health and medicine, visit our Healthy News and our Healthy News Archive.
EDITOR'S PICK - THE ULTIMATE NUTRITIONAL MEDICINE DATABASE
DR. Werbach's Nutritional Influences On Illness Now On CD!
Compiled over the last 15 years by internationally known nutritional medicine expert Melvyn Werbach, M.D., Nutritional Influences on Illness is your instant access to the scientific literature on nutritional medicine -- over 4,200 pages of nutrition research on specific health conditions. Designed for health practitioners, supplement formulators, researchers & proactive consumers, the CD covers over 100 health conditions in a masterful, easy-to-read style. Other nutritional medicine sourcebooks are available. SPECIAL: Previously $395, CD now available for only $99!
COLUMNS FROM THE EXPERTS
Dr. Galland's Integrated
Medicine
In "Essential Fatty Acids--The Key To Health, Part II" Dr. Leo Galland discusses the importance of balancing anti-oxidants and essential fatty acids and problems around trans fatty acids and hydrogenated oils. Because EFAs are polyunsaturated, they are prone to rancidity, not merely in foods but also in the human body.
Mind Body Health Newsletter
Your brain often cannot distinguish whether you are imagining something or actually experiencing it. In "Rx Imagery: How to Use Your Imagination to Improve Your Health" David S. Sobel, M.D. reminds us that we can learn to use the power of our imagination to produce calming, energizing, or healing responses in our body.
Keeping Fit
Although the golf swing places considerable stress on the hip, back and shoulder joints, golfers have traditionally avoided muscle strengthening and injury prevention activities for fear that it would reduce their joint flexibility and decrease their movement speed. In "Should Golfers Do Strength Exercise?" Dr. Wayne Westcott discusses the myths, facts and benefits of strength training.
Integrative Dentistry
TMJ (temporomandibular joint disorder) and fibromyalgia are often not diagnosed and the person may suffer for years with severe pain. In "Fibromyalgia and TMJ" Flora Parsa Stay D.D.S. explains how these two conditions are so closely related and why treatment involving a multi-disciplinary approach, including lifestyle changes as well as addressing physical pain, will make both much more manageable.
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HEALTHY SHOPPING
CleanZone Advanced Hygiene System
We've All Been Told to Wash our Hands for Protection from Colds & Flu - Now There's a Better Way.....
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?
You Don't Have To Suffer To Lose Weight!
Natural Chemistry Weight Management System
Your brain produces neurotransmitters - natural messenger compounds - that control your metabolism, appetite and mood. By providing the natural building blocks needed for these compounds, Natural Chemistry formulas help to increase energy while promoting fat burning and heightening mood! Now you can feel happier and more energetic while you lose weight! The two The two Natural Chemistry Weight Management System Spa Formulas - Weight Management & CelluDetox - formulated by Dr. Hyla Cass - contain only superior quality, all-natural ingredients - fat burners, appetite suppressants, and antioxidants - designed to work together to promote healthy, long-term weight loss.
C-No Wrinkle Anti-Aging System
Beat the clock with the C-No Wrinkle Anti-Aging System, a powerful, scientifically validated secret to achieving and maintaining young, beautiful-looking skin from Phenomena. C-No Wrinkle combines Vitamin C with Colloidosome Technology, bio-nutrition, progesterone and botanicals for the first time ever. System includes 5 products and Free cosmetic bag -- all for $59.95, a $118 value!
HEALTHY BOOKSTORE
Healthy Bookstore - The History of Massage
In "The History of Massage: An Illustrated Survey from around the World" Robert Noah Calvert offers a comprehensive history of massage that spans the globe. With rich use of anecdote and illustrated text, the author details the cross-cultural healing and sensual applications of massage, the development of massage technologies, and the emerging trends of massage in the twenty-first century.
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Centerpointe (Audio Meditation) - www.centerpointe.com/links.cfm?ad=26976
ChildLife (Nutritional Supplements for Kids) - www.healthy.net/childlife
CleanZone (Advanced Hygiene System) - www.healthy.net/cleanzone
Erbaviva (For Baby & Pregnant Moms) - www.healthy.net/Erbaviva
Here, There & Beyond (Essential Oils) - www.healthy.net/heretherebeyond
Inner Peace Music - www.healthy.net/innerpeace
Naked Rain (Shower Filtre Spas) - www.healthy.net/nakedrain
Natur-Leaf - www.healthy.net/asp/stores/NaturLeaf/
PainDefense (Joint & Muscles Formula) - www.healthy.net/paindefense
Phenomena (Skincare, Weight Mgt, Imunnity) - www.healthy.net/phenomena/
Remo HealthRHYTHMS (Drumming for Wellness) - www.healthy.net/remo
Sedona Method - www.sedona.com/cgi-bin/protrack/link.cgi?464ST
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
Vital Botanicals (Immune Enhancing Herbs) - www.healthy.net/vitalbotanicals
NEWS FROM THE VILLAGE
Featured Center
HealthWorld Online's Alternative Medicine Center is the Internet's most comprehensive and authoritative site dealing with the great systems of traditional healthcare from around the world-acupuncture, Ayurveda, herbal medicine, homeopathy, naturopathy, and Traditional Chinese medicine-as well as many ancient and modern natural therapies. We strive to keep you on the forefront through our ever-growing library of articles, resources and services from leading experts and organizations.
Healthy Woman Update
Birth control pills (BCPs) are both the most effective and the most hazardous form of contraception. In "Nutrient Program for Oral Contraceptives" Elson M. Haas M.D. explains the common side effects and offers a high-nutrient diet is the best prevention for these problems.
Music and Wellness
In "Got Rhythm? the second of a 2-part series on recreational music-making" Barry Bittman, M.D. states it is our responsibility to expand music education, to enhance musical creativity at all levels, and to ensure opportunity and access for everyone who loves to express the heartfelt rhythms within them.
Tips for a Healthy Summer
"First Aid for Poison Ivy" reminds you not to touch the plant, touch clothing or pets that have sap on them, or come in contact with the smoke of the burning plant. The tips compiled by the American Institute of Preventive Medicine instruct you what to do if you are unlucky enough to avoid these, and do get the skin rash.
Healthy Recipes - Fabulous Functional Foods
A traditional sorbet contains very little but sugar and water. The "Coconut-Apple Sorbet" from Danish chef Oscar Umahro Cadogan contains a fair amount of vitamins, minerals, trace elements, and enzymes because all the ingredients used are fresh. Why don't people make sorbets this way all the time?
Healthy Alternatives
Essential oils are versatile and effective in treating many common problems. In "Guidelines for Using Essential Oils and Herbs" Kathi Keville and Mindy Green provide extensive details on specific applications and safety precautions for handling these concentrated, highly potent substances.
Find a Professional
The Professional Referral Network contains searchable directories for 20 leading professional associations in complementary and integrative health care, with over 17,000 professionals. Looking for a healthcare professional delivering care with a holistic approach? The Holistic Health Care section includes the American Holistic Health Association (AHHA) and American Association for Health Freedom (AAHF) member databases.
Featured Natural Medicine School
Nutrition Therapy Institute of Colorado Denver, CO offers an on-campus Nutrition Therapist program and an on-line distance learning Certicate of Completion as a Nutrition Therapist program. For more information: schools.naturalhealers.com/ntic/
To search a directory of natural medicine schools go to:
www.healthy.net/schools
GLOBAL HEALTH CALENDAR
Global Health Calendar
NCCAM Distinguished Lectures in CAM
Charles Rosenberg, PhD of Harvard University
Bethesda, MD USA
July 25, 2002
Contact: National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine - 301-594-9632
Leelanau Holistic Summer Institute
Session 1: Intro to Holistic Health/Intro to Holism & Expressive Arts
Glen Arbor, MI USA
July 28-August 3, 2002
Contact: Western Michigan University - 231-995-1788
National Qigong (Chi Kung) Conference - USA
Portland, OR USA
August 16-19, 2002
Contact: The National Qigong (Chi Kung) Association USA - 218-365-6330
30th Annual Cancer Convention - Alternative Therapies
For the General Public and Professionals
Universal City, CA USA
August 31-September 2, 2002
Contact: Cancer Control Society - 323-663-7801
The Application of Anti-Aging Medicine
3rd Annual Monte Carlo Anti-Aging Conference & Exposition
Monte Carlo, Monaco MONACO
September 6-9, 2002
Contact: International Anti-Aging Systems of Great Britain - 44 870 901 7878
Cancer As a Turning Point, From Surviving to Thriving
A free conference designed to heal, celebrate and empower anyone touched by cancer
Hayward, CA USA
September 14-15, 2002
Contact: Healing Journeys - 800-423-9882
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Suzan Walter, Director, HealthWorld Online's Global Health Calendar, Speakers Network, Professional Referral Network, Association Network - swalter@healthy.net
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