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Psoriasis-has been treated effectively with an ointment made from the natural substance: indigo naturalis a dark blue botanical powder used in traditional chinese medicine. Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition for which no cure currently exists. There have been a few reports of adverse effects with long term use of the ointment so this therapy should be supervised by a natural health professional familiar and experienced in traditional chinese medicine such as myself. In naturopathic medicine, psoriasis is linked to intestinal dysbiosis and leaky gut syndrome, and I have seen excellent progress in treating the actual cause.
Prayer-Wins Hands Down!!!
A new study from the University of Florida demonstrated that senior citizens use prayer more than any other type of alternative health practice in order to manage the stress in their lives. I am not a senior, but I can personally attest to the help from the prayers received from many of you for the loss of my mother. We as a family, can attest to it's collective power. I hope it is Okay to ask you to continue to keep us in your prayers this holiday season as we have a long road ahead.
Needle less Acupuncture!
May be just as effective as that puncturing the skin according to a recent Swedish study. Researchers there found that acupuncture for side effects related to chemo and radiation treatment was just as effective if the chosen points were manipulated without puncture---helpful for the needle phobic. In traditional chinese medicine some of these manipulations are called: cold laser therapy, moxibustion, cupping and of course acupressure none of which require needling!
Drug Trials & the Media-
News coverage of drug trials and other medical breakthroughs lack accuracy and reliability according to a major British medical journal. These findings are significant and the investigators were concerned that laypersons then have difficulty in evaluating credible information and then making formal medical decisions for themselves and their families.
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Soothing Music - reduces stress and anxiety significantly in a recent study. Music therapy decreased psychological stress among pregnant women according to recent research published in a UK Nursing Journal. The group of women receiving music therapy showed significant reductions in stress, anxiety and depression, after just two weeks of participation. As some of you have learned, I compose meditation and spiritually based and other types of music. I compose and record something new, soothing and uplifting for the meditation room every month. Look for an upcoming article devoted soley to healing music, and its power to effect substantive health benefits!
Prostate Enlargement-
Can be managed by natural means by over 60% of all men, according to a recent German study. Most of these men will never require prostate surgery either! Natural remedies include: dietary changes, and supplements such as:quercitin, nettle, cernilton, saw palmetto, pygeum and soy isoflavones. According to this study, and my own clinical experience men respond differently to different protocols so it is helpful to get professional guidance. Symptoms, such as sleep interruptions, can cause many other health problems in the long run so this condition should be taken seriously.
And the unhealthiest state is....
Louisiana this year. The southern region as a whole was deemed the most unhealthy states in the USA due to high levels of obesity and smoking! The New England States were the healthiest. Ill-in Nois as I call it has lots of room for improvement as well....I'm doing all I can, how about you?
Inflammation
is the new buzzword for future health problems including heart disease we hear from Tuft's University. As I've reported for years inexpensive tests exist to establish the degree of inflammation. Diseases like diabetes cause systemwide inflammation and acceleration of aging and heart disease.
December News
Obviously, with my mother's passing I am not in a holiday spirit, but Please check your emails this coming week to receive this months calendar of events, promotions and specials as well as upcoming articles and events....I hope you'll visit us again soon.
Best of Health, and happy holidays!
Dr Taryn DeCicco
Nutrition News, December 3rd, 2008
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