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WHO Global Conference Aims to Create Atlas of Traditional Medicine
A WHO-sponsored international conference was held in Japan aiming to map the global availability of traditional medicine to make it more accessible and to raise awareness of the treatment. The Kobe centre, which started the atlas project in 1999, hopes it will be used to improve health care systems, clinical research, training and the quality of traditional medicine around the world.

New Findings Suggest Not All Depressions are Alike
Researchers found that respondents who screened positive for bipolar depression on the Mood Disorder Questionnaire, or who reported a physician diagnosis of bipolar disorder and depression, were significantly more likely to report more disruption in work, social, and family functioning and symptom days versus those with unipolar depression. In another analysis researchers examined the effects of depressive versus manic symptoms in adults who screened positive for bipolar disorder. These results showed depression is associated with significantly greater psychosocial burden compared to mania.

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IS VIRGIN COCONUT OIL THE HEALTHIEST OIL ON EARTH?

Dr. Bruce Fife, a naturopathic doctor and the author of the book "The Healing Miracles of Coconut Oil", thinks so. Modern research seems to back up this bold statement. Once wrongly accused of increasing cholesterol levels, coconut oil is now actually being used by doctors in the treatment of a variety of disorders, including Candida, Hypothyroidism, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, and others. Studies show the medium chain fatty acids, while having anti-bacterial and anti-viral affects, also speed up metabolism and promote weight-loss. Purchase Tropical Traditions certified organic Virgin Coconut oil made from fresh coconuts and cold-pressed in the Philippines by small-scale farmers.

WELLNESS INVENTORY
THE WHOLE PERSON ASSESSMENT PROGRAM
The Wellness Inventory is a pioneering program that allows people to self-assess their wellness and to follow steps to bring about a higher state of balance and wellbeing in their lives. Individuals receive immediate feedback via wellness and satisfaction scores, are guided through the creation of a personal wellness plan and the exploration of resources designed to help achieve their goals.

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Simply Well
Have you ever started a program of self-change, then discovered you were not keeping up with your ambitious plans? In "Heal with Compassion" John W. Travis, M.D., M.P.H., reports that it is natural to set high initial goals and then have to reevaluate their feasibility. Self-compassion is a way to handle disappointment and frustration and keep moving ahead with your efforts to change.

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.

Healthy Computing
Every thought and emotion you have affects every cell in your body. Negative emotions impact your health and increase the risk of computer-related disorders and exhaustion. In "From the Heart" Erik Peper, Ph.D. and Katherine Hughes Gibney offer you suggestions for changing the emotional tone in yourself and others.

THE EFFECTIVE & ADVANCED WAY OF NATURAL DETOXIFICATION

The Shu Li Pouch utilizes Far Infrafed Radiation (FIR) to stimulate the reflex points on the soles of the feet (doing it while you sleep). Representing the synthesis of ancient wisdom and modern western technology, Shu Li draws upon the concepts of acupressure, reflexology, far infrared radiation, essential oils, and the use of poultices. The Shu Li pouch encourages self-healing? by promoting improved circulation and absorbing toxins released by the body. Shu Li may help alleviate minor bodily pain, reduce swelling, and improve the quality of sleep. Using it over a period of time can promote a feeling of overall health, with less aches and pains.

Integrative Dentistry
It is important not to take oral symptoms, such as bleeding when brushing or flossing, or other seemingly harmless signals, as not important. In "Medical Disease Manifestations in the Mouth" Flora Parsa Stay D.D.S. explains how numerous medical conditions give early warning symptoms in the mouth.

Healthy Alternatives
Each year hundreds of research studies look at disease prevention measures by studying how to maintain a healthy heartbeat. In "Fuel Your Heart ? Keep the Beat Strong" you leran about the powerful role of the nutrient L-Carnitine. The heart derives about 70 percent of its energy from the burning of fatty acids. L-Carnitine is responsible for shuttling fatty acids into the powerhouse of our cells. Consequently, the heart is dependent on L-Carnitine for most of its energy production.

Healthy Child
Acute diarrhea is a common and discomforting problem to both children and adults. Fortunately, homeopathic medicines can be very effective in treating people with symptoms of diarrhea. In "The Treatment of Diarrhea with Homeopathic Medicines" Dana Ullman, M.P.H. outlines a half a dozen specific remedies and explains when each is appropriate.

Find an Alternative Healthcare 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 specializing in homeopathy? The Homeopathy section includes the Council for Homeopathic Certification and Homeopathic Academy of Naturopathic Physicians member databases.

Healthy Bookstore - A Natural Guide to Weight Loss That Lasts

Unlike popular "miracle" diet programs, "Traditional Chinese Medicine: A Natural Guide to Weight Loss That Lasts: Take Off Twelve Pounds and Eight Inches in Six Weeks the Dragons Way" by Nan Lu and Ellen Schaplowsky addresses the root cause of your weight problems and offers a remarkable program that shows you how to reach your optimum weight and stay there. The Dragon's Way is based on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theories that have been practiced for thousands of years.

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Nutrition Tips
In summer, we consume more liquids and raw, fresh fruits and vegetables, salads, and a lighter diet in general, and we are usually more active. This is a good season to experiment with special diets, such as fasting, or a raw food diet. In "Summer 4-Day Menu Plan" Elson M. Haas M.D. provides special "summer" menus, plus 13 menus.

Vegetarian Recipe
Physician's Committee for Responsible Medicine offers you a vegetarian recipe for "Black Beans with Marinated Tomatoes."

The Healer Within
The presence of special breathing practices in the ancient cultures has always been a mystery to people in the Western world. In "Breathing Practices" Roger Jahnke explains the numerous beneficial physiological mechanisms that are triggered when we turn our attention to the breath and then increase it's volume.

Music and Wellness
Sometimes it is just a smile that seems to break down the boundaries of despair. In "Healing: To the Beat of an Inner Drummer" Barry Bittman, M.D. relates a moving experience with a cancer support group. One young man led the group in drumming that went beyond limits, beyond fatigue, beyond limitations -- and taught everyone in the group about life, courage and the power of music.

DR. WERBACH'S NUTRITION RESEARCH CLASSIC NOW ON CD!

Compiled over the last 15 years by internationally known nutrition 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 the 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!

Mark Blumenthal and American Botanical Council to hold book signing at NNFA MarketPlace 2003

Mark Blumenthal, founder and executive director of the American Botanical Council (ABC) and senior editor of ABC's latest publication, "The ABC Clinical Guide to Herbs," will be signing copies of "The Guide" at the National Nutritional Foods Association's annual convention and trade show in Las Vegas. The book signing will take place in the Virgo Publishing booth (#813) on Saturday, June 28 from 12-2pm. The Guide provides scientifically accurate, clinically-based information on the most popular herbs and proprietary herbal products in use today, and serves as a continuing education course for health professionals in five disciplines. "The ABC Clinical Guide to Herbs" will be available at the show for $39.96 (a 20% show special discount). Those unable to attend may order the book at the retail price by calling ABC at 800-373-7105 x118 or by visiting www.herbalgram.org.

Featured Natural Medicine School
Texas College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Austin, TX is an accredited program offering a Master of Science in Oriental Medicine. Teaching from the classics, such as Shang Han Lun, Golden Chamber and Four Streams of Scholars, gives students a solid foundation in classical Traditional Chinese Medicine. With this foundation many aspects of natural healing are integrated including acupuncture, diagnosis, herbology, Qi Gong and Tui Na. For more information: schools.naturalhealers.com/tctcm/

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National Nutritional Foods Association
Las Vegas, NV USA
June 27-29, 2003
Contact: National Nutritional Foods Association - 800-966-6632

Cancer as a Turning Point, From Surviving to Thriving
Seattle, WA USA
July 12-13, 2003
Contact: Healing Journeys - 800-423-9882

28th Annual National Wellness Conference
Leading the Way: Wellness in a Changing World
Stevens Point, WI USA
July 12-17, 2003
Contact: National Wellness Institute, Inc. - 800-243-8694

AOBTA National Convention
Boston, MA USA
August 29-September 1, 2003
Contact: American Organization for Bodywork Therapies of Asia - 856-782-1616

Sedona Spring Purification & Wellness Retreat with Dr. Elson Haas
Sedona, AZ USA
October 1-5, 2003
Contact: Wellness Tours - 800 231-9811