Evidence of Weak Meat Inspection Program Found in Nearly a Thousand Violations of Mad Cow Rules at Slaughter Plants
In stark contrast to the public relations message touted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the beef industry that the U.S. regulatory system is adequate to prevent the spread of mad cow disease, an analysis released by the consumer group, Public Citizen, found significant lapses in the industry's compliance with federal rules.

Acupuncture Lowers High Blood Pressure
Acupuncture helps lower elevated blood pressure, according to new research. A university study found that electro acupuncture treatments lowered high blood pressure in rats by as much as 50 percent. It is thought that acupuncture triggers the release of chemicals in the brain that dampen the response of the cardiovascular system. This decreases the heart's activity and need for oxygen, which as a result could lower blood pressure. Therefore, acupuncture could promote healing for a number of heart conditions including heart attacks and hypertension.

More Than Half the U.S. Population is Sensitive to One or More Allergens
More than fifty percent of the U.S. population tested positive to one or more allergens, according to a large national study. The highest prevalence rates were for dust mite, rye, ragweed, and cockroach, with about 25% of the population testing positive to each allergen. Peanut allergy was the least common, with 9% of the population reacting positively to that food allergen.

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OLA LOA - A NUTRITIONAL BREAKTHROUGH

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CONTINUING OUR 12-STAGE JOURNEY TO WELLNESS
This week our journey focuses on BREATHING & RELAXING, the second of 12 keys to wellness in the Wellness Inventory. We can survive for many weeks without food, several days without water, but without air, life ceases in a matter of minutes. When the air is clear, your lungs strong, your body relaxed, and your mind at peace, you experience total wellbeing. Unfortunately, this ideal is seldom realized....

Simply Well
Painful or confusing emotions are par for the course during a time of change, even when it's a positive, life-affirming change in the direction of overall health and wellbeing. In "Befriend Your Feelings" John W. Travis, M.D., M.P.H., recommends that you adopt the attitude that feelings are natural and normal. Befriend the emotional parts of yourself.

Ask Dr. Orloff About Intutive Healing
You have guidance and protection all around you, from the moment you are born to the day you die. Call it your guardian angels, your ancestors, a higher power, or simply love, you are not as alone as you may think. In "Step Four of Intuitive Healing: Ask For Inner Guidance" Judith Orloff, M.D. presents tips for how you can request inner guidance. She cautions you to have fun and not to try too hard.

Tips for a Healthy Summer
Sunburn leads to premature aging, wrinkling of the skin, and skin cancer. Read "First Aid for Sunburn" for prevention tips, plus what to do when minor or serious burns occur.

WELLNESS INVENTORY INCREASES MOTIVATION IN YOUR EMPLOYEE WELLNESS PROGRAM

A recent survey of HR and benefits managers reports that the biggest reason for lack of attendance of employee wellness programs is that they are "not sufficiently motivated." The Wellness Inventory, a wellness program that focuses on the whole person, not just on mechanical health risks, is the first program to make your own personal motivation to change the central focus. For more information on the program go to:
wellnessinventory.net/Features_Corporate.asp

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Nutritional Medicine and Longevity
Are megavitamins dangerous? The truth of the matter is that vitamins are in a class by themselves when it comes to safety. They are safe, even at large doses, so long as the warning signs of toxicity are heeded. In "Megadose B12 Therapy" Richard A. Kunin, M.D. discusses the medical use of B12 and expresses concern for potential damage when B12 deficiency is not recognized.

Dr. Christine Horner's Natural Secrets for Breast Health
Certain types of fat are very bad for your body. They damage your overall health and significantly increase your risk of breast cancer and other serious diseases. In "Breast Health Tip #5: Fats to Avoid" Christine Horner, M.D., F.A.C.S explains the specific dangers of the worst types of fats; saturated fats (especially animal fats) and fats that have been chemically altered, called trans fats or hydrogenated fats.

Healthy Alternatives
As the movement from drugs and surgery progresses toward alternatives, massage is gaining popularity as a therapeutic modality. Hospitals, and even corporations, are hiring massage therapists to help with healing and to prevent the negative impacts of stress. In "Self-Applied Massage" Dr. Roger Jahnke explains how to effectively perform self-applied massage.

Healthy Woman Update
Varicose veins are swollen and twisted veins that look blue and are close to the surface of the skin. In "Varicose Veins" the American Institute for Preventive Medicine outlines the causes and risk factors, plus self-care tips to relieve and prevent this condition.

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 progressive treatment of the eyes? The Vision Care/Vision Training section includes the Optometric Extension Program member database.

Healthy Bookstore - Coconut Cuisine, Featuring Stevia

"Coconut Cuisine, Featuring Stevia" is the new cookbook from natural foods chef and writer, Jan London. 130 innovative, yet simple vegan delights offer fresh ideas for gourmet palates of both traditional and raw cuisines. Within each recipe, Jan weaves two of nature's most precious gifts - coconut, which contrary to myth, is one of the healthiest foods on earth and stevia, the herb that is up to 300 x’s sweeter than sugar, with a 0 glycemic index and O calories. Jan's careful assembly of yin yang balance, inherent in each dish, reveals her focus on food as a form of healing.

Nutrition Tips
Nuts are one of nature's richest foods and have good-quality protein. For vegetarians nuts may be the most concentrated food they eat. In "Nuts" Elson M. Haas, M.D. provides a condensed overview of nutritional value and other important information on almonds, hazelnuts, brazil nuts, peanuts, cashews, pecans, chestnuts, pistachios, coconuts and walnuts.

Vegetarian Recipe
Physician's Committee for Responsible Medicine offers you a vegetarian recipe for "No-Cholesterol French Toast."

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Mind Over Matter
In "Alternative Medicine: Or Striving for Whole Person Care?" Barry Bittman, M.D. presents his views about the weaknesses of "conventional", "alternative" and "complementary" medicine approaches. He proposes promoting health rather than just treating disease, by creating "whole person medicine" - a responsible interdisciplinary synergistic approach. This would blend the best of conventional medicine with evidence-based strategies from a variety of perspectives that promote well-being and aid in the process of maintaining or reestablishing the gift of a healthy life.

Mind-Body-Spirit
To talk interpersonally--that your consciousness can have an effect on other persons and events--is a major paradigm shift. In "Prayer as a Healing Force" Larry Dossey, M.D speaks as one who believes in the connection between body, mind and spirit. He quotes the famous study tracking heart attack patients. The prayed-for group had fewer deaths, faster recovery, less intubations, and used fewer potent medications.

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Botanical Medicine Sourcebooks & Textbooks

What Doctor's Don't Tell You (newsletter)

The Power of Intuition and Positive Energy to Heal
with Judith Orloff
Rye Brook, NY USA
September 30-October 1, 2005
Contact: The Conference Works - 800-395-8445

Building Bridges of Integration for Traditional Chinese Medicine
East Rutherford, NJ USA
October 6-9, 2005
Contact: TCM World Foundation - 888-826-6909

The International Complementary and Natural Healthcare Conference and Expo
Los Angeles, CA USA
October 7-9, 2005
Contact: Diversified Business Communications - 203-656-2001

The Mindsight Symposium
An Annual Event from the Neuroscience Movement
Portland, OR USA
October 21-23, 2005
Contact: Vanguard in Action - 800-928-5850

MindBodySpirit Medicine Professional Training Program
Integrate the best mind, body, and spirit techniques into your practice
San Francisco, CA USA
October 23-29, 2005
Contact: Center for Mind-Body Medicine - 202-966-7338

Medical Wellness Summit 2005
Chicago, IL USA
November 3-5, 2005
Contact: Medical Wellness Association & American College of Wellness and Club Industry - 417-887-2649

The Psychology of Health, Immunity & Disease Conference
Hilton Head Island, SC USA
December 5-11, 2005
Contact: The National Institute for the Clinical Application of Behavioral Medicine - 800-743-2226

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