Category: Wellness and Complementary Therapies
How to Pick, Prep, and Cook with Okra
Pick Look for okra that is bright green in color without blemishes or dark spots. Check that pods are pliable, but firm. The smaller the okra, the more tender, so choose pods 3 to 4 inches in length, advises Erin […]
Recover faster from your workout with vitamin E
Long established as a powerful antioxidant, vitamin E is important for the membrane that envelops your muscle cells, promoting proper healing from the natural tears that take place when you exercise, according to a new study. “Every cell in your […]
How to improve memory and concentration
Managing stress, boosting intellectual performance and demonstrating the capacity to work hard are qualities we all want for ourselves and for our kids who are sitting for their exams. Here are some tips and recommendations to avoid a misstep while studying […]
Qigong gaining popularity as a healing tool in the West
Qigong is a thousand-year-old discipline that integrates physical postures, breathing techniques and focused intention to heal the body and mind. Some of its therapeutic benefits, scientifically proven in China, are now being studied and promoted in the West. Qigong is […]
Immunotherapy combo packs punch against melanoma
Immunotherapy, which harnesses the power of the immune system in order to attack cancer, is more potent against melanoma when two agents are combined, but side effects rise too, researchers said Sunday. Findings of a randomized phase III trial compared […]
How to diet effectively
Here are some dos and don’ts in dieting. 1. Start your meals with a glass of warm water and some fruits. By doing this, you will feel full and are less likely to overeat. 2. Stock only healthy food at […]
Tweak This Daily Habit to Fight Stress
Water — it does a body good. But it’s not just about drinking the stuff. You can use your shower or tub time to boost your health in some fascinating ways, says Vicky Vlachonis, authorThe Body Doesn’t Lie. As an osteopath and pain […]
Indoor air purifiers may aid heart patients
People with heart conditions may benefit from using indoor air purifiers, suggests a small study from China. While the study can’t say air purifiers prevent heart attacks or other major medical problems, several risk factors for heart disease improved among […]
Enzymes for a healthier you
It’s the stuff of life, enzymes. Without enzymes, life as we know it would not exist. Enzymes are proteins that act as a catalyst for chemical reactions in the body that are essential for life. A simple example: enzymes help […]
Younger cancer patients more open to alternative therapies
Cancer patients under age 65 are much more likely than older people to explore alternative and complementary medicine for easing their symptoms and side effects of treatment, a new study suggests. “We found that the baby boomers are much more […]
