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The Molecular Targets and Therapeutic Uses of Curcumin in Health and Disease
Aug 24th
Product DescriptionCurcumin is derived from the root of the plant Curcuma longa (also called turmeric) and its medicinal uses have been described for over 5000 years. More than 1500 papers published within last half a century has revealed that curcumin has a potential in the treatment of wide variety of inflammatory diseases including cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, arthritis, Alzheimer, psoriasis etc, through modulation of numerous molecular targets. This is the first monograph to deal specifically with this subject…. More >>
The Molecular Targets and Therapeutic Uses of Curcumin in Health and Disease
Melons, Fruits & Vegetables As Medicine: Traditional Chinese Medical Therapies
Aug 22nd
Product DescriptionEver since the beginning of time, melons, fruits and vegetables not only fulfill our nutritional needs, they also help in the prevention and treatment of various ailments and diseases. Their curative and healing properties can both improve the health of normal people and cure a variety of disorders and illnesses. The recipes, both ancient and modern, contained in this book have been proved effective in treating more than a hundred diseases in the medical, surgical, gynecological, pediatric, dermatological and ear-nose-and-throat (ENT) spheres. This book is a handy reference guide to help medical workers with family health care and treatment of patients, as well as for medical research…. More >>
Melons, Fruits & Vegetables As Medicine: Traditional Chinese Medical Therapies
BASIC PRINCIPLES OF MASSAGE
Jul 23rd
Massage – a combination of mechanical methods dosed in the form of friction, pressure, vibration, carried out directly on the surface of the body like hands. And the special devices through the air, water or other medium. Massage can be general and local. Depending on the objectives are the following types of massage: hygienic (cosmetic), medical, sports, self-massage.
-Hygienic massage. This type of massage – the active means of preventing disease, maintaining efficiency. He is appointed in the form of general massage or massage parts of the body. With its performance using various methods of hand massage, special machines,used self-massage (in combination with morning gymnastics) in the sauna, Russian bath, bathtub, shower. One variety of hygienic massage – beauty – being in pathological changes of skin and as a means to prevent its aging. This include sensual massage. -Foetal. This type of massage is an effective treatment for various injuries and diseases. There are following its varieties:
- classic – apply without regard to the reflex effects and spend close to the damaged part of the body or directly on it;
- segmental-reflex – perform to the reflex effects on the functional state of internal organs and systems, tissues, while using special techniques, working on More >
Chaste Tree – Medicinal Uses, Interactions, Side Effects, Dosage
May 12th
Chaste Tree
The dried fruit or berry of the chaste tree is often referred to as Monk’s pepper or chasteberry; it was historically thought to reduce libido or promote chastity. Chaste tree is also commonly referred to as vitex. Uses and Benefits:
Standardized extracts of the chaste tree berry are popular in Europe, and now in North America, for a variety of women’s problems primarily related to the menstrual cycle. These disorders include menstrual cycle irregularities, the premenstrual syndrome (PMS), cyclic breast pain, dysfunctional uterine bleeding, and infertility. Historically, vitex has also been used for inflammatory conditions, diarrhea, flatulence, insufficient lactation, and menstruation induction. Pharmacology:
The major herbal constituents of the berry in
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Saw Palmetto – Medicinal Uses, Interactions, Side Effects, Dosage
Apr 28th
Saw Palmetto
Saw palmetto is an American dwarf palm tree indigenous to the Eastern United States coastal region. The ripe fruit, or berry, is used medicinally. Uses and Benefits:
Saw palmetto is commonly marketed and used to treat symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Standardized products are considered first-line therapy for BPH by doctors and patients in many European countries. Traditionally, the plant has also been used for a variety of urogenital and other conditions in both men and women, such as impotence and infertility, irritable bladder symptoms, and acute or chronic prostatitis. Pharmacology:
Standardized saw palmetto products consist of an oily liposterolic extract of the saw palmetto berry, extracted with hexane, 90% ethanol, or liquid CO, The extract contains a omplex mixture of free fatty acids and their esters, with smaller quantities of aliphatic alcohols, sterols (such as beta-sitosterol), other compounds. Clinical Trials:
Saw palmetto has been evaluated for effects on symptoms of BPH in many European randomized controlled trials (RCTs), and these trials have been extensively reviewed. Although most studies were of short duration (1 to 3 months) and included small numbers of patients (20-80), both subjective symptoms and objective parameters (nocturia, post-void residual, and peak urine flows) More >
Holistic Medicine Secrets: Essential Nutrients For Anyone Over 50
Apr 26th
The health and medical communities have long acknowledged the benefits of a daily multi-vitamin, particularly for those over the age of 50. Even Medicare has noted decreased costs in caring for patients who take daily multi-vitamins. As we grow older, the absorption and digestion of proteins and minerals becomes more difficult leading to a variety of ailments such as osteoporosis, fatigue, and chronic illness. We can go a long way towards addressing these concerns by seeking out a few basic nutrients and nutritional supplements. Five that are essential for anyone over 50 include betaine hydrochloride, B-12, magnesium, Vitamin D, and adequate protein. Betaine Hydrochloride: Our bodies digest foods less efficiently as we age, yet nutrients from our foods are a critical component to good health. Reasons for poor absorption include the side affects of acid blocking medications such as Prilosec and Prevacid. Another reason for poor absorption is that older people often do not secrete enough stomach acid in their gastrointestinal tract. Stomach acid is required for absorption. Ironically, many people take medications such as Prilosec for reducing stomach acid, but in reality, stomach acid declines as we age. People think they have stomach acid problems, because their stomach acid More >
Alternative Medicine Can Offer You a Natural Way to Improve Your Immune System
Apr 12th
The immune system helps to keep you healthy in a variety of ways. Simple things that tend to go around seasonally such as colds and the flu can be easy to get. The weaker your immune system is the easier it will be for you to end up with such ailments. Of course once you have been sick with them it is easier to get again due to your immune system being down. A healthy immune system can help you fight off more serious types of illnesses as well including cancer. It is a good idea to do your best to boost your immune system so that you have the best chances of fighting off anything that may come your way. It is easy to do so with various types of alternative medicine. They are good for you without any negative side effects. That means you can go about your daily routine without feeling sick. You will also find the various types of alternative medicine you can take to boost your immune system are affordable. Going to the doctor when you are ill, paying for medications, and even money lost from missing work due to illness all add up rapidly. More >
