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EXPLORE: The Journal of Science and Healing is an interdisciplinary journal that addresses evidence-based healing practices from a wide variety of sources, including conventional, alternative, and cross-cultural medicine. Written for a broad spectrum of healthcare professionals, the journal explores the healing arts, consciousness, spirituality, eco-environmental issues, and basic science as these fields relate to health.

In addition to research, features include: an editorial by Larry Dossey, MD; an interview with a prominent thought leader; columns on ethnomedicine, diet and health, environmental medicine, nursing, education, death and dying, and medicine on the front lines. For more information, please visit www.explorejournal.com

Third Class of Drugs Is Bad Idea, Public Citizen Tells FDA
Some pharmaceutical companies want to see a third category of drugs on the market, splitting the difference between over-the-counter products that anyone can buy and prescription drugs that require physician involvement. Called "behind-the-counter" drugs, the concept is based on industry's theory that some prescription drugs are well-known enough, and benign enough, that, with counseling by a licensed pharmacist, a patient should be able to obtain the drug with a self-diagnosis and without a doctor's opinion.

Heart Attack: Stress at Work Can Cause It, and Again
Are you in a job where you have a large workload, and no decision-making powers? Then you're more likely to suffer a heart attack, researchers believe. And if you survive that and return to the same job, you're far more likely to suffer a second attack than someone who finds a less stressful position.

ADHD: Toddlers are Given Powerful Drugs That Aren't Licensed or Safe
Children as young as three are being given a powerful drug such as Ritalin to treat their ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder) - even though it's not licensed for use among small children, and nobody's been checking to see how safe the drug is in this age group. Early studies suggest that around a third of small children given Ritalin or another ADHD drug have such a bad reaction that they have to stop treatment.

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A SECOND OPINION ON HEALTH YOU CAN TRUST & USE WITH CONFIDENCE

Your health isn't a lottery. It isn't down to luck. It's about what you know and what to do. What Doctors Don't Tell You is a monthly journal that gives you the knowledge you need to lead a healthy life. It offers a complete review of health problems and safer, proven ways of treating them. WDDTY is information you can trust and use - as many people have before you. It's been published since 1989, and its in-depth research and insights have earned it the highest praise from all over the world.

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Simply Well
As the body, mind, and soul are always connected, exercising involves your mind and your spirit. In "Move Your Body and Move Your Soul" John W. Travis, M.D., M.P.H., presents exercise as a natural way of achieving an altered state of consciousness in which the rational and problem-oriented mind is temporarily put on hold. A deep sense of connectedness to all life and a sense of inner knowledge are potential benefits when exercise is done consciously.

Healthy Computing
You will have more energy and feel little less tired by the end of the day if you begin to integrate micro-and larger breaks during your computer work. In "Life After Five" Erik Peper, Ph.D. gives you these specific, brief movements that allow the blood to flow in and out, bring oxygen and nourishment to the tissue, and remove waste products. Try these to prevent discomfort and increase your energy.

Healthy Stress
Time pressure can have powerful effects on the body. In "Rx: Halting Time Pressure" David S. Sobel, M.D. talks about how the incessant struggle to do more and more in less and less time makes us more likely to respond with toxic anger. He offers specific time management skills for relaxing times grip on you.

ARE YOU READY FOR THE MOST CREATIVE AND POWERFUL TIME OF YOUR LIFE?

If you're a woman who is now or soon to be experiencing menopause, a word of warning from Joan Borysenko, Ph.D.: you are about to become a force to be reckoned with. On Menopause: Initiation into Power, this bestselling author, cellular biologist, and clinical psychologist gives you the tools to take charge of your biology and spirituality to harness the energy that arises in midlife. Does the word "menopause" bring a moment of fear in your body - or does it give you a feeling of power and greater possibility? Joan Borysenko believes that if you knew the truth about menopause, you would look forward passionately to this adventurous stage of your life. Now, with Menopause, you have an unprecedented course to begin your "initiation into power."

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Second Column for Reiki - A Special Series by Pamela Miles
Mikao Usui (1865-1926) created a system of practices for spiritual self-development from which Reiki as we know it today developed. In "History of Reiki" Pamela Miles shares the story of the individuals who established the foundation of Reiki. Through the years the practice of Reiki rapidly encircled the globe. She alerts you to understand the different levels of training and to be cautious to inquire about a Reiki master’s experience and education.

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.

Healthy Alternatives
Among the most interesting of all the healing disciplines are those that produce a physical change by focusing on mental processes. Most of us are attuned to the concepts of Western medicine, but there is also another approach to disease. Learn more about this in "The Psychophysiological Approach" by Emmett Miller, M.D. 

Women's Health Detective
Scientists in Japan and China have developed extracts made from natural substances that have no side effects, help prevent cancer, and are beneficial in both conventional and integrative therapies. In "Whether You Want to Prevent or Treat Tumors These Powerful Nutrients Boost Your Fight Against Cancer" Nan Kathryn Fuchs, Ph.D. talks about medicinal mushrooms. s

Healthy Woman Update
Cervical cancer accounts for about 4% of all cancers found in women. Certain risk factors have been identified that increase the chance that cells in the cervix will become abnormal or cancerous. It is believed that cervical cancer develops when two or more of these risk factors act together. In "Cervical Cancer" the American Institute for Preventive Medicine provides tips for detection.

Find an Alternative Healthcare Professional
Looking for a practitioner specializing in flower colonics? Search the Colon Hydrotherapy section which includes the International Association of Colon Hydrotherapy 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.

Healthy Bookstore - Enlightened Eating

"Enlightened Eating: Nourishment for Body and Soul" by Caroline Mari Dupont represents a 17-year journey into the compelling and powerful world of nutrition. Readers are encouraged and given practical ways to consume food in its natural life- and health-giving state, eat a more plant-based diet, include an abundance of living, raw foods, detoxify and heal various symptoms and diseases, and listen to their bodies. With this collection of easy-to-follow, foolproof recipes using fresh, healthy ingredients with consistently delicious results, nourishing family and friends becomes a pleasure.

Raw Food Materia Medica
Persimmons are a good source of beta-carotene, vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium. Persimmons have been used to lubricate the lungs and strengthen the spleen and pancreas. They improve energy and contain enzymes that help damaged cells and foreign microbes be broken down. Persimmons have a special affinity for the large intestines and heart. Persimmons have been used to treat bronchitis, catarrh, cough, diarrhea, dysentery, goiter, hangover, hemorrhoids, hiccoughs, hypertension, mouth sores, pleurisy, stomachache, and ulcers.

There's a Yogi in the Kitchen!
There is a simple and beautiful tradition called Langar established about 500 years ago in India, in which all people regardless of caste, religion, race or gender, sit together as equals and share in a blessed meal. All of the food and labor is donated. It is considered a blessing and privilege to contribute in any way. The holiday season is a perfect time to bring this tradition into your local community. In "A Time To Share Together" Siri-Ved Kaur Khalsa provides recipes for Jalapeno Cornbread and Santa Fe Special Soup in quantities large enough to share with shelters in your area.

WINTER CERTIFICATION TELE-CLASSES START FEBRUARY 13

The Winter Wellness Inventory Certification Trainings begin on February 13th and run for 13 weeks. Classes will be conducted as a live phone teleclass. The goal of the certification training is to create competence in delivering the Wellness Inventory (www.WellPeople.com), a holistic assessment and life-balance program, to individual, group and organizational clients. The training also focuses on the participants own personal development. Developed for wellness coaches, health practitioners, spa professionals, and corporate wellness professionals, the training is approved by the International Coach Federation for 20 CCEUs. Daytime or evening classes. Payment plans available.

For more information contact Jim Strohecker at 310-823-9553 or wellpeople.com/Certification.asp

Echoes of Silence
There is a lot of talk about importing spirituality into business as an antidote to various forms of malaise. In "Silent Knowledge" Robert Rabbin asks "Will it fit?" and answers "No. Self knowledge pays dividends, but not the kind stockholders hope for." To know the subtle essence of being is the very opening to life. When life opens before us, the tension and anxiety of holding it dissolves away and there is a clarity that cannot be measured.

Music and Wellness
Everything you wanted to know about a Drum Circle and how to run one. In "Starting Your Own Drum Circle" Christine Stevens, M.S.W., MT-BC anticipates your questions and provides the answers.

UNLOCK THE MIND-BODY CONNECTION WITH CLINICALLY PROVEN SELF-HYPNOSIS

Major medical journals now recognize hypnosis as a legitimate and powerful clinical tool, citing proof positive that it can help ease chronic pain, lessen the side effects of chemotherapy, counteract anxiety and sleep disorders, and much more. With the Self-Hypnosis Home Study Course, Dr. Steven Gurgevich presents the first comprehensive curriculum of its kind that helps you unlock the mind-body connection to optimize physical health, break unwanted habits, improve concentration and mental agility - whatever you set your mind to achieve.

2008 WELLNESS CERTIFICATION TRAININGS

The next Wellness Inventory Certification Trainings begin on February 13, 2008 and run for 13 weeks. Live phone teleclass format. The goal of the training is to develop coaching skills and competence in delivering the Wellness Inventory program to individual, group and organizational clients. The training also focuses on the participants own personal development. The Wellness Inventory (www.WellPeople.com), is a holistic assessment and life-balance program based on the work of wellness pioneer, John W. Travis, MD, MPH. Developed for wellness coaches, health practitioners, wellness professionals and spa professionals. Approved by the International Coach Federation for continuing 20 CCEUs. Daytime and evening classes (Wednesdays 1:00-2:30 ET, Thursdays 7:00-8:30 ET). Space is limited. Payment plans available.

Testimonials: WellPeople.com/Certification_Testimonials.asp

For more information contact Jim Strohecker at 310-823-9553 or wellpeople.com/Certification.asp

WHAT DOCTORS DON'T TELL YOU

What Doctors Don't Tell You is a monthly journal that gives you the knowledge you need to lead a healthy life. It is s the complete review of health problems and safer, proven ways of treating them - what works and what doesn't work in conventional and complementary/alternative medicine (CAM). WDDTY's in-depth research and insights have earned it the highest praise from all over the world. Several national newspapers have described it as "the best health journal in the world".

And now it's available for immediate download for just $29.95 a year, a savings of over 75% on the print subscription. Take out an annual subscription, and you'll receive the next 12 issues straight to your PC as a downloadable PDF file. Serving your health needs since 1989.

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EXPLORE - THE JOURNAL OF SCIENCE AND HEALING

EXPLORE: The Journal of Science and Healing is an interdisciplinary journal that addresses evidence-based healing practices from a wide variety of sources, including conventional, alternative, and cross-cultural medicine. Written for a broad spectrum of healthcare professionals, the journal explores the healing arts, consciousness, spirituality, eco-environmental issues, and basic science as these fields relate to health. In addition to research, features include: an editorial by Larry Dossey, MD; an interview with a prominent thought leader; columns on ethnomedicine, diet and health, environmental medicine, nursing, education, death and dying, and medicine on the front lines. For more information, please visit www.explorejournal.com

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GLOBAL HEALTH CALENDAR

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-- FEATURED EVENT --
Integrative Healthcare Symposium
New York, NY USA
January 17-19, 2008
Contact: Diversified Business Communications - 207-842-5500

-- UPCOMING HEALTH & WELLNESS EVENTS --
National Wellness, Prevention and Fitness Conference
From Case Management to Care Management
Washington, DC USA
December 3-5, 2007
  Transmarx, LLC - 804-266-7422 ext 7408

5th Annual Natural Supplements: An Evidence-Based Update
San Diego, CA USA
January 17-20, 2008
Contact: Scripps Center for Integrative Medicine - 858-587-4404

For more leading health events visit www.healthcalendar.com

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