Tag: medicine

“Alternative” Medicine Should Be PRIMARY

It never ceases to amaze me how today’s standard healthcare system – funded in no small part by pharmaceutical giants – has managed to turn prescription drug dispensement into what is currently known as “primary care.”   You see it everywhere, and I’ve already written about it in a prior blog post.  Again, I’m no conspiracy theorist and I honestly do NOT believe that such corporations are inherently evil.   Prescription drugs have their place in modern medicine, and we all owe a tip of the cap to scientific advancement in the world of human health, for reasons that I don’t believe I need to enumerate for you. That said, these enormous drug manufacturers hold such power in the world of modern…

Homeopathy for Hormonal Imbalance & Chronic Conditions

Alternative medicine has been around for centuries. It is also a fantastic option for women, especially if you are going through different things like hormonal imbalances or even menopause. I have studied Homeopathy for quite some time and I’m very passionate about it. Homeopathy is a form of alternative medicine that really resonates with me and I understand it extremely well. Natural medicine has been around since the dawn of man. Obviously, there were no drug companies back then. Effective remedies originally came from plants. Eventually, mankind came to refine those plants/herbs into concentrated forms for more effectiveness. Then came laboratories, research, and over-the-counter medications which are, of course, based on plant chemistry. Conventional medicine then became the norm with…

An Integrative Approach For Women with Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Irritable bowel syndrome is a dysfunction in the digestive system that largely affects the large intestine or the colon. This is the part of the system that takes care of the bowel movements in the body including the storage and the excretion of solid waste materials. In irritable bowel syndrome, the large intestine becomes very sensitive. As to what’s the reason behind the sensitiveness of the large intestine, scientists and medical experts still cannot determine why. Research are still being made up until now to ascertain the true cause of irritable bowel syndrome. Because of the sensitivity of the large intestine, specifically the lining, minor changes in the body system which is often brought on by stress and changes in…

The Six Important Areas of Health & Wellness

Our health and wellness begins when we understand at a deeper level all the necessary components which are required for our overall well-being. Our self-awareness towards certain events, circumstances and experiences that take place in our lives can give us the foundation to build upon what is in our existence as it stands. However, in order for you to maintain a well balanced life it is essential to know be basic six components that can actually change your life. The World Health Organization, is focused on public health concerns around the world. They have developed a concept that can help you gain an understanding towards sustaining and improving your health on all levels. We are beginning to realize as time…

Boswellia and Other Alternatives Solutions for Pain & Inflammation

Pain is a common problem for people who suffer from various chronic conditions. The main symptom and fibromyalgia is pain. Other chronic conditions that are related to pain include lupus, rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. When it comes to treating most doctors prescribe various medications including non steroidal inflammatory, opioids, antidepressants and anti-seizure drugs. unfortunately the common problem that comes with prescription medications don’t solve pain relief for most patients. Many who suffer with pain search for natural options to ease their pain. We have increased our knowledge about herbal medicine. There are various medicines including Boswellia Serrata that can control and suppress inflammation in the body. Alternative arthritis pain relievers can offer safe and natural solutions for those people who…