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HEALTH
NEWS
New Study Show Turmeric Prevents Experimental Rheumatoid Arthritis and Bone
Loss
Turmeric, the spice that flavors and gives its yellow color to many curries
and other foods, has been used for centuries by practitioners of Ayurvedic
medicine to treat inflammatory disorders. Turmeric extract containing the
ingredient curcumin is marketed widely in the Western world as a dietary
supplement for the treatment and prevention of a variety of disorders,
including arthritis. A recent study provides the first in vivo
documentation of a mechanism of action - how curcumin-containing extracts
protect against arthritis. It also suggests that turmeric may have a use in
other inflammatory disorders, such as asthma, multiple sclerosis and
inflammatory bowel disease.
USDA And Dairy Industry Halt Misleading Weight-Loss Ads After Physicians Group Complains To Federal Trade Commission
In a victory for consumers, two national dairy advertising campaigns
overseen by the U.S. Department of Agriculture will stop claiming that
dairy products cause weight loss because such claims are not supported by
existing scientific research. The decision, which comes in response to an
FTC petition filed by Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, will
end misleading claims made in the "Milk Your Diet. Lose Weight" and
"3-A-Day. Burn More Fat, Lose Weight" promotions.
Sleep Problems: It's Nothing To Do With The Menopause, Doc
Older women often have difficulties sleeping. Doctors tend to blame this
common problem on the menopause – and they are wrong. According to one
recent survey, sleep problems are more to do with stress and other
illnesses than any hormonal change.
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EDITOR'S PICK - HEART MATH
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inner control any time...anywhere.
WELLNESS and
HEALTHY LIVING
JOIN US ON A 12-STAGE JOURNEY TO WELLNESS
For the next 12 weeks in Healthy Update, we will go on a journey into the
heart of wellness. Each week we will feature one of the twelve key aspects
of wellness from the Wellness Inventory whole person assessment program
based on the pioneering work of John W. Travis, M.D., M.P.H., Each is a
component of the Wellness Energy System. This week we will feature
"Self-Responsibility & Love."
Simply Well
Humans are image-making creatures. In "Put Yourself in the Picture of
Health" John W. Travis, M.D., M.P.H., explains how images create emotional
states that affect brain chemistry, and brain chemistry will depress or
strengthen every system in your body, including your immune system. No
wonder visualization is such a powerful tool for personal wellness.
Staying Healthly Tips
In spite of the worldly and personal challenges we all face at this time,
we can be nourished and healed by Nature. In "10 Tips for Spring Cleaning"
Elson M. Haas, M.D. offers you practical suggestions for getting your life
in order.
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NATURAL
ALTERNATIVES
From Fatigued to Fantastic
In "Q and A on Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia with Jacob
Teitelbaum, M.D. - #16" Dr. Teitelbaum explains the importance of eight to
nine hours of deep sleep a night to restore health and eliminate pain for
those dealing with CFS and Fibromyalgia. He starts with a few critical
sleep therapy concepts to know before getting to specific treatments in
depth.
Healthy Alternatives
The art of homeopathic medicine today is all but unknown to the general
public. In "Homeopathic Remedies vs. the Placebo Effect" Richard
Moskowitz, M.D. presents ten case histories to dispel any beliefs that
positive results might be solely attributed to the patient's belief in the
homeopathic remedy.
Dr. Christine Horner's Natural Secrets for Breast Health
Most famous for making bones and teeth strong by helping the body to
effectively use calcium and phosphorous, vitamin D has another notable
talent. In "Breast Health Tip #6: Vitamin D" Christine Horner, M.D.,
F.A.C.S explains how vitamin D protects against and fights breast cancer.
How it helps to make a woman's breast cells more resistant to toxins,
decreases the ability of breast cells to divide, stops tumor cells from
growing, causes the death of tumor cells, prevents new blood vessels from
growing into a tumor, and boosts the immune system.
Holistic Healthcare For Children
In "Fast Food And Asthma" Randall Neustaedter, O.M.D. notes several studies
that explored the association between fast food and asthma in children.
Results showed that the more fast-food consumed the higher the incidence of
asthmatic signs and symptoms.
Healthy Child
Measles is a very contagious disease caused by the rubeola virus. Also
called red or seven-day measles, it mostly occurs in children, but can
affect older persons, too. Persons who receive recommended immunizations
will probably never get the measles. Should your child gets the measles,
not much can be done to shorten the illness. In "Measles" the American
Institute for Preventive Medicine alerts parents to possible problems that
might occur and how to evaluate seriousness.
Find an Alternative Healthcare
Professional
Looking for a practitioner specializing in dentistry? Search the Dentistry
section which includes the Holistic Dental Association member database in
HealthWorld's Find a Practitioner Network. The network contains searchable
directories with over 17,000 professionals from 20 leading professional
associations in complementary/alternative and integrative medicine.
RECOMMENDED
READING
Healthy Bookstore - Natural Therapies for Emphysema and COPD
In "Natural Therapies for Emphysema and COPD: Relief and Healing for
Chronic Pulmonary Disorders" Robert J. Green, Jr., N.D. shows that
alternative holistic therapies ranging from herbs to homeopathy offer great
promise in relieving COPD’s debilitating symptoms. Starting with the basics
of the physiology of respiration, Green presents a comprehensive program
that includes detoxification, dietary changes, nutritional supplements, and
herbal medicine; breathing techniques and exercise options such as
aerobics, yoga, qigong, and tai chi; and alternative therapies such as
homeopathy, acupuncture, and massage--noting how and why each therapy
works. He also details how to stop smoking, includes resources for
alternative health practitioners, and provides sources for the alternative
products recommended.
HEALTHY
KITCHEN
Nutrition Tips
Vegetable oils should contribute a higher percentage of the total fat in
our diet than they currently do, as this would increase the proportion of
polyunsaturated to saturated fats, which is helpful. In "Oils" Elson M.
Haas, M.D. presents benefits of different types of oil, cautions regarding
how an oil is processed, and when heat adversely affects the chemical
structure.
Vegetarian Recipe
Physician's Committee for Responsible Medicine offers you a vegetarian
recipe for "No-Cholesterol French Toast."
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MIND-BODY-SPIRIT
Mind Over Matter
Forget the excuses and put on your sneakers. In "Diabetes and Heart
Disease: Reducing the Risk" Barry Bittman, M.D. reports new research
showing that not drugs but exercise may enable diabetics to lower their
risk of heart disease by helping to prevent clotting. Also, the
association between high insulin levels and the PAI-1 antigen was noted in
pre-diabetics - people who are expected to develop diabetes at a later
time. That could be any one of us!
Spiritual Wellness
Planning a summer vacation? Why not do something that feeds your soul and
elevates your spirit? Instead of settling for mere recreation, consider
spending your time and resources on transformative re-creation. In "Sacred
Vacations" Philip Goldberg offers thought provoking options.
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PROFESSIONAL'S
CORNER
WEEKEND INTENSIVE CERTIFICATION TRAINING - WELLNESS INVENTORY
The Wellness Inventory Certification Training Intensive is a comprehensive
weekend program that provides competence in delivering the Wellness
Inventory assessment and life-balance program to both individual and
organizational clients. The intensive accelerates your own personal growth
process, offering you an opportunity to make real changes in your life,
while providing a unique coaching skill-set to maximize the program's
effectiveness in helping your clients change their lives. Weekend
intensives will be offered in Asheville, North Carolina June 1-3, 2007,
July 27-29 and October 19-21.
WellPeople.com/Intensive.asp
For more information: 310-823-9553 or info@WellPeople.com
MORE PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES
Botanical Medicine Sourcebooks & Textbooks
Compounding Pharmacy Directory
Diagnostic Laboratory Directory
Nutritional Medicine Sourcebooks and Textbooks
The Natural Standard: The Authority on Integrative Medicine
GLOBAL HEALTH
CALENDAR
-- FEATURED EVENT --
Alternative Health Summit and Conference
Newport Beach, CA USA
May 25-26, 2007
Contact: Alternative Medicine Referral Network - 877-517-8733
32nd Annual National Wellness Conference
Creating and Sustaining Wellness Cultures
Stevens Point, WI USA
July 12-21, 2007
Contact: National Wellness Institute - 800-243-8694
-- UPCOMING HEALTH & WELLNESS EVENTS --
Medicines from the Earth Herb Symposium
15th Annual Symposium on the Use of Botanicals in Chronic Disease
Black Mountain, NC USA
June 2-4, 2007
Contact: Herbal Educational Services - 800-252-0688
Food As Medicine
Baltimore, MD USA
June 23-29, 2007
Contact: The Center for Mind-Body Medicine - 202-966-7338
FoodMed
The Second International Conference on Healthy Food in Healthcare
Boston, MA USA
June 28-29, 2007
Contact: Institute for a Sustainable Future - 218-525-7806
Living in Joy, Passion and Purpose
Health and Wellness Spa Retreat at Rancho LaPuerta
Tecate, MEXICO
July 21-28, 2007
Contact: OSECRAFT Ventures - 860-673-0163
For more leading health events visit www.healthcalendar.com
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HEALTHY SHOPPING NETWORK
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Remo HealthRHYTHMS (Drumming for Wellness) -
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Third Line Press (Nutritional Medicine CD) -
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KEY SITES IN
HEALTHWORLD ONLINE
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James Strohecker,
Co-founder, President, HealthWorld Online - jim@healthy.net
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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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Nancy Shaw,
Communications Director, HealthWorld Online - nancy@healthy.net
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