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More and More People Turning to Ayurveda for Treating Eye Diseases

The number of people who are opting to get their eye problems treated with ayurveda has increased over the last few years, according to the world's first ayurvedic ophthalmic hospital in Kerala.

Ayurveda In Kerala To Be Popularized During Monsoon

An official said that Kerala is set to popularise ayurveda therapies among tourists during the monsoon, which arrives in the last week of May. Popular

Yoga, Meditation Help Reduce Stress

Meditation, yoga, deep breathing and prayer produce immediate changes in the expression of genes involved in immune function and thereby help reduce stress and enhance wellness.

Yoga Changes Gene Expression

Yoga has a positive impact on the genetic level, claims study. The researchers have written that the data suggests that previously reported effects

Scientists Explore Basic Science Behind Acupuncture

The basic science and mechanisms of action of medical acupuncture has been explored by researchers. Acupuncture is increasingly being validated as an

Health Ministry to Promote Traditional Indian Systems of Medicine Abroad

An official confirmed that the health ministry has signed agreements and set up research facilities to collaborate with international universities as

Combining Conventional Drug Therapy With Reflexology can Help in Pain Treatment

Combining conventional drug therapy with reflexology in treating conditions associated with pain like osteoarthritis, backache and cancers can be beneficial, a new study reveals.

Ayurveda E-books Launched

Kerala Tourism has launched two e-books on the Indian healing system. The e-books on Ayurveda are the award-winning coffee table books, "Panchakarma:

Wide Spread Use of a Banned Herbal Compound Increases the Risk of Kidney Problems

A recent review article published in the Annals of Internal Medicine indicates that the easy availability of a widely banned Chinese herb, poses a potential threat globally.

Acupuncture can Help Regulate Stress Hormone Levels

A new study published in the Journal of Endocrinology reveals that acupuncture can be used to regulate high levels of hormones caused due to stress.

New Algorithm to Reveal How Ayurvedic Medicine Actually Works

The scientists at the American Chemical Society have taken up steps to determine the mode of action of India's Ayurvedic medicine and traditional Chinese

Acupuncture's Mechanism of Action to be Studied

Even though acupuncture is being used widely to treat chronic ailments, its mechanism of action is not yet known. In a series of studies at Georgetown

Acupuncture Benefits Bell's Palsy Patients

Acupuncture was found to improve the facial muscle recovery, reduced disability in patients with Bell's palsy, say researchers. Bell palsy is

Chinese Herbal Medicine May Prevent And Treat Alzheimer's

A compound derived from Chinese herbal medicine could help prevent and treat Alzheimer's disease. Administration of the active compound tetrahydroxystilbene

Separate Drug Controller for Traditional Medicine Planned in India

The union health ministry in India is planning to set up a separate central drug controller for traditional systems of medicine and homeopathy to keep pace with global developments in drug control.

Massage Therapy can Enhance Skin Tone

Massage can lower blood pressure, prevent cold, enhance skin tone and improve overall health, says an expert at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

Homeopathy Termed as "Rubbish" and Practitioners Called "peddlers" by Britain's Chief Medical Officer

Homeopathy has come under severe criticism from Britain's chief medical officer who has termed it as "rubbish" with homeopathy practitioners labeled as

Qigong Improves Quality of Life For Women With Breast Cancer

Qigong, an ancient mind-body practice, reduces depressive symptoms and improves quality of life in women undergoing radiotherapy for breast cancer. The

Alternative Medicine Use High Among Children With Chronic Conditions

According to a recent research, children who see specialists for chronic medical conditions are also using complementary medicine at an increased rate.

Herbal Remedies May Be Used As an Alternative to HRT for Hot Flashes

A new study has suggested recommending herbal and complementary medicines as an alternative to hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for treating postmenopausal symptoms.

Yoga and Herbal Medicines Can Help Combat Psychological Disorders

A holistic way involving yoga and herbal medicines can to tackle psychological disorders, according to researchers at the Dev Sanskriti University, Haridwar.

Secrets of Ancient Chinese Medicinal Herb Revealed

Scientist offered explanation for how a Chinese herbal medicine chang shan used for more than 2,000 years tackles fever and eases malaria. The

First Official Book Collection on Acupuncture Launched by China

China's first official collection of books on its ancient therapy of acupuncture, which involves insertion of fine needles in specific points of the body

Yoga: Effective Treatment for Chronic Neck Pain

Yoga has found to be effective in treating chronic neck pain and improves quality of life, say researchers. The mainstay of conservative treatment

Whiskey Makes Blind Man See What Vodka Could Not

Johnnie Walker Black saved the day for 65-year-old Duthie, a tutor at New Playmoth's Western Institute of Technology in New Zealand, who went blind recently after drinking too much vodka.

Kerala to Focus on Ayurveda

The Kerala Tourism department is planning to launch a campaign that will focus on ayurveda to promote medical tourism and will draw maximum advantage

Aromatherapy May Reduce The Risk of Cardiovascular Disease

A new study has found that short-term exposure to the aromatic essential oils can lower the blood pressure and heart rate. The essential oils which

Compound Found in Herb Rosemary Promotes Eye Health, Protects Against Macular Degeneration

Western medicine in recent years has shown renewed interest in herbs widely used throughout history in Asian and early European cultures. The herb rosemary

Global Symposium for Natural Products Development Organized in India by Amity University

India's first International Society for the Development of Natural Products (ISDNP) symposium was organized by Amity University, Uttar Pradesh, along

Meditation Effective Than Vitamin Pills In Preventing Cold and Flu

Mindful meditation has been found to be highly effective in preventing winter ailments such as cold and flu than vitamin pills. According to a study

Arthritis Sufferers Benefit From Complementary and Alternative Therapy

A study has found that nearly a quarter of patients with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis used complementary and alternative therapy (CAT) to help manage their condition.

Yoga Studio Offers Free Yoga Classes for US Voters on Election Day

A yoga studio in Washington announced Tuesday it will give free yoga classes to anyone who casts his or her ballot in next week's US elections. Flow

Tribal Meditation May Help Overcome Stress

Simple "tribal meditation" techniques like clapping or chanting has been found beneficial in fighting stress that haunts individuals in day-to-day life due to various factors, according to an expert.

New Generation Vaccines May Eliminate The Use Of Needles

Professor Simon Cutting, a lead scientist from the School of Biological Sciences at Royal Holloway, has developed the jabs through the use of probiotic spores.

Hypnosis Helps Reduce Hot Flashes

According to a recent study, hypnosis can help cut hot flashes by as much as 74%. This is the first controlled, randomized study of the technique to

Acupuncture Relieves Symptoms of Dry Mouth

In a recent study it was found that acupuncture can relieve the symptoms of dry mouth caused by radiotherapy for head and neck caner patients. The

Chinese Herbs Benefit Patients With Lung Cancer

Chinese herbs that include JHQG, BFXL, and BFHX proved to be effective for non-small cell lung cancer, idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and influenza. In

New Form of Yoga for Babies

Yoga helps infants as young as a few days old to 12 months to improve bodily systems, says expert. A workshop organised by the Pampers Mommy and Baby

Herb Extract Helps Prevent Colds

Echinacea can prevent colds, finds a recent study. Their study suggested that taking Echinaforce, a common form of the herb extract, could not only reduce

UP to Integrate Yoga, Homoeopathy in Its Healthcare Services

Uttar Pradesh is planning to integrate ayurveda, homeopathy, naturopathy, yoga in government hospitals and primary health centres. The programme,

Study Finds Ginkgo Biloba Herb to be Ineffective in Improving Cognitive Function in MS Patients

A new study conducted by a team of American researchers reveals that contrary to popular belief, using Ginkgo biloba herbal supplement will not improve

Some of the Benefits Attributed to Acupuncture may be Due to Placebo Effect

Researchers at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York have found that while acupuncture may effective in relieving chronic back, joint and

Delhi Tells Court to Put a Stop to Ads Promising Magical Cures

The Delhi government has written a letter to the information and broadcasting (I (and) B) ministry and others to stop misleading commercials in media claiming magical cures to diseases.

China Launches Project To Archive Ancient Medical Books

In a bid to promote the preservation of traditional Chinese medicine, China a launched a massive project to archive ancient medical books. The project,

Ayurveda Tourism In Kerala to Be Taken To The Next Level

Ayurveda is the ancient Indian system of medicine and well-being. Kerala has now set its eyes on pushing tourism centred around ayurveda to the next

Pregnant Women Warned Against Taking Ayurvedic Pills

A study by US researchers have warned pregnant women against taking Ayurvedic medicine, after they found high levels of lead in some of the traditional pills.

Herbal Products can Provide Sun Protection

Asian ginseng and green tea can prevent sunburn, say researchers. The study specifically identifies golden serpent fern (Phlebodium aureum

Potential Benefits of Yoga For Stroke Survivors Revealed

Stroke survivors may amply benefit from group yoga, which helps them to regain balance and maintain independence, claims a new study. In a small pilot

Yoga Helps Caregivers of People With Dementia

Practicing a certain form of yogic meditation reduced the stress levels of people who care for those stricken by Alzheimer's disease and dementia, finds study.

Flute Yoga- The New Stress Buster

The flute, which was played by Lord Krishna to charm the devoted Gopis, birds and animals of Vrindavan and Mathura, has been combined with yoga called Bansi Yoga to help people relieve from stress.