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Bee Propolis
Propolis has been used for more than 2,000 years to prevent wound infection and other illnesses. It has been found to be active against bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms. Learn natural health information about bee propolis.

Bee Pollen
Bee pollen contains trace amounts of minerals and vitamins and is very high in protein and carbohydrates. Health information about bee pollen.

Arginine
Arginine is an amino acid that plays a role in cell division, healing of wounds, removing ammonia from the body, improving immunity to illness, and hormone secretion.

Acidophilus & Other Probiotics
Aciodophilus is a strain of friendly bacteria that resides in the intestines, helping to prevent intestinal infections by “crowding out” less healthy organisms. Acidophilus also resides in the vagina, where it protects against yeast infections and urinary tract infections.

5-HTP (5-Hydrozytryptophan)
5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan) is a transitional compound produced when the body converts the amino acid tryptophan into other compounds such as serotonin and melatonin. By increasing levels of the brain chemical serotonin, 5-HTP is believed to work in a similar way to many antidepressants such as Prozac, by keeping serotonin flowing between brain cells.

Biofeedback
Biofeedback training teaches how to consciously change and control the body's vital functions that are normally unconscious, such as breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure, through information provided by electronic devices.[

10 Steps to a Healthier Lifestyle
Many people do not drink enough water. Signs of chronic dehydration include headache, dry skin, tiredness, poor skin, and muscle pain. It can also contribute to the formation of kidney stones, depression, and many other illnesses.

Ayurveda
Ayurveda is a system of medicine that originated in India over 5,000 years ago. Information about what ayurveda is and what a typical treatment is like.

Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy is a branch of herbal medicine that uses the medicinal properties of the essential oils of plants and herbs. Information about how aromatherapy works, conditions treated, and types of home treatments.

Applied Kinesiology
Information on the alternative medicine treatment applied kinesiology, how applied kinesiology works, conditions treated, what a typical applied kinesiology treatment is like, and more.

Acupuncture
Information about acupuncture therapy, including the history of acupuncture, how acupuncture works, conditions treated by acupuncture, and what a typical treatment is like.

10 Steps to a Healthier Lifestyle
Eating should be a lifelong process of nourishing yourself. Strict dieting, fad diets such as the Atkins diet, drastic diets, rigid food monitoring, or addiction to sugar, caffeine and other stimulants can all weaken your metabolism and halt the rejuvenating and rebuilding process of your body, mind and spirit.[

10 Steps to a Healthier Lifestyle
Eating should be a lifelong process of nourishing yourself. Strict dieting, fad diets such as the Atkins diet, drastic diets, rigid food monitoring, or addiction to sugar, caffeine and other stimulants can all weaken your metabolism and halt the rejuvenating and rebuilding process of your body, mind and spirit.[

Finding a Holistic Practitioner
How do you go about finding the right alternative medicine practitioner? Not surprisingly, the process is similar to finding a conventional doctor. However, there are so many types of approaches and treatments that the options can seem overwhelming. The following guidelines can help in the selection process.

Alternative Medicine Basics
Information on alternative medicine and holistic health. Learn what it is, history of alternative medicine, and types of treatments.

What's in a Bottle? Introduction to Dietary Supplements
What's in a bottle? An introduction to dietary supplements. Information from the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine on dietary supplements.

How to Make an Herbal Chicken Soup
Learn how to make an herbal astragalus tonic soup to boost the immune system and help fight colds and flu.

The Healing Effects of Color
Learn about the healing effects of color, what energy centers, or chakras, they are associated with, and what health imbalances they are associated with.

Detox & Cleansing Diets Index
Your quick one-stop guide to detox and cleansing diets. Compare detox plans, free online detox and cleansing diets, personal experiences, products, and more.

Consumer Reports
Your quick one-stop consumer reports center on alternative medicine. Read consumer opinions, alerts, and research findings on herbs, supplements, weight loss, diets, noni, and other medical treatments.

Is it Time for a Detox?
Look for signs of congestion and toxicity. Take this free online quiz to find out if you need a detox diet.

Recommended Detox and Cleansing Books
Find out about these recommended books on detox and cleansing diets.

How to Make a Homeopathic Travel Kit for Motion Sickness and Nausea
Travel Homeopathy Kit: How to prevent motion sickness when traveling by car, airplane, or boat.

Homeopathic Travel Kit for Emotions and Fears
Homeopathic remedies for travel: fear of crowds, heights, water, travel anxiety and anticipation, homesickness, inadaptability to change.

How to Make a Homeopathic Travel Kit for Diarrhea
Travel Homeopathy Kit: How to prevent and treat traveler's diarrhea with homeopathy.

 
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