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Chinese Herb May Curb Binge Drinking, Treat Alcoholism

An extract of the Chinese herb kudzu dramatically reduces drinking and may be useful in the treatment of alcoholism and curbing binge drinking. This

Acupuncture and Progress In People With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Appear To Be Linked

Acupuncture seems to be linked with progress of dyspnoea (laboured breathing) on exertion, in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD),

Expert Says Alternative Medicines Potentially Unsafe

A leading expert says that alternative medicines are potentially unsafe. Edzard Ernst, professor of complementary medicine at Peninsula Medical

Acupuncture and Hypnosis may Help You Kick the Butt

Smokers who are trying to kick the habit but do not want to try out traditional methods such as nicotine patch or behavioral counseling can opt for acupuncture

PAPupuncture can Provide Long Lasting Pain Relief

An ancient acupuncture method can be successfully used to provide a long lasting pain relief, according to a new study conducted by researchers at University of North Carolina.

Acupuncture Improves Skeletal Muscle Atrophy

Acupuncture therapy alleviates skeletal muscle loss and improves mobility through muscle rejuvenation, say researchers. "It is my hope that this

Better Health, Mobility, Self-esteem for Wheelchair Tai Chi Practitioners

Innovative Tai Chi designed for wheel chair users has brought the traditional Chinese martial and healing arts to people with ambulatory impairment, thanks

'Toxic Ingredients' in Traditional Chinese Medicines Exposed

A DNA analysis of samples of traditional Chinese medicines has revealed that many contain potentially toxic and illegal ingredients. Researchers at

DNA Tests Help Identify Unsafe Ingredients in Chinese Therapies

A host of illegal and unsafe ingredients showed up in DNA sequencing tests on 15 Chinese traditional medicines, say researchers. Such therapies

Hypnosis Benefits Irritable Bowel Syndrome Patients

Hypnosis effective in treating irritable bowel syndrome, shows study. Studies based on 346 patients conducted by The Sahlgrenska Academy, Sweden,

Use of Virtual Environment to Teach Mind/body Techniques

Virtual communities can be an effective way to train people in mediation and other mind/body techniques, reveals study. The ability to learn and practice

'Yoga Therapy Can Cure Every Disease And Disorder'

A Delhi-based yoga therapist has claimed that yoga therapy can cure every disease and disorder, even cancer. But the therapist has warned against the

Meditation Improves Emotional Behavior: Study

Teachers who practice meditation are more calm and compassionate than those who do not, says study. According to the study, conducted by UCSF

Natural Cure to Acne

Thyme (medicinal herb) could be more effective at treating skin acne than prescription creams, shows research. Further clinical testing could lead to

Curcumin can Help Combat Parkinson's Treatment

Curcumin a compound found in turmeric can help prevent clumping of a protein involved in Parkinson's disease. A team of researchers led by Basir

Homeopathy- Unethical (and) Baseless According to NHMRC, Australia

The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) in a confidential draft paper has stated homeopathy as an 'unethical' and purely baseless science.

Meditation Strengthens Brain: Study

Meditation strengthens the connections between brain cells, reveals UCLA study. Eileen Luders, an assistant professor at the UCLA Laboratory

Yoga Improves Quality of Life for Caregivers

Yoga can improve cognitive function and lower depression levels for caregivers, suggests UCLA study. Dr. Helen Lavretsky, professor of psychiatry

Pine Bark Extract Helps Ease Menopause Symptoms

Pycnogenol - an antioxidant plant extract from French maritime pine tree bark improves signs and symptoms of menopause, say researchers. The

Yoga Helps Ease Stress, Cuts Depression and Heart Disease Risk

A research article review reveals yoga may be effective in treating patients with stress-related psychological and medical conditions such as depression,

Rosemary Scent Helps Boost Brain Performance, Mood Levels

Rosemary, which has been hailed for its medicinal properties since ancient times, have also shown to improve brain performance and mood levels. Rosemary

Meditation Proved Effective In Curing Mental Illness

Brain scans have proved meditation's efficacy in treating mental illness, which was once dismissed as pretentious. The buzzword is mindfulness. Meditation,

Ayurveda Treatment Gets Hi-Tech Makeover

Favoured by foreign tourists, ayurveda, the ancient Indian system of medicine has gotten a hi-tech upgrade with a new machine being developed for the

Molecular Secrets of Ancient Chinese Herbal Remedy Discovered

Harvard School of Dental Medicine researchers have identified the molecular secrets of halofuginone - a compound derived from Chang Shan's (root extract) bioactive ingredient.

Botanical Formula Suppresses Prostate Cancer Growth

Botanical formula fights prostate cancer without toxicity, say researchers. Scientists at Indiana University, Methodist Research Institute study

Parkinson's Patients Doing Tai Chi Achieve Better Balance: Study

People with Parkinson's disease practicing the Chinese martial art tai chi for six months showed better balance than counterparts who did other forms

Toilet Yoga Offers Relief From Backaches!

Due to prolonged sitting, without any movements, office workers are more prone to back aches. However, trying out toilet yoga could bring in the much-needed relief, according to a yoga expert.

Health Benefits of Massage

Researchers from Buck Institute and McMaster University have produced scientific evidence that a massage does indeed help heal sore and stressed muscles

Skin Hydration may be Improved by French Maritime Pine Bark Extract

A new study has revealed that a natural supplement Pycnogenol reduces visible signs of aging. The former is an antioxidant plant extract from the bark of the French maritime pine tree.

Kiwi Docs Say Natural Health Products are a Waste of Time and Money

Some of New Zealanders' favorite natural health products have been branded as ineffective by Kiwi doctors. In the latest New Zealand Medical Journal

'Yoga can Damage Your Body'- Says an Article from NYT

The New York Times prestigious Sunday magazine quoted that yoga can damage the body. This article was written by senior science writer William Broad,

Traditional Chinese Remedies May Pump Up Fertility Treatments

Blend of Traditional Chinese Medicine (known as TCM in West) and intrauterine insemination (IUI) develops efficacy of fertility treatments, reveals a new study.

Acupuncture Treatment for Migraines

Acupuncture and sham acupuncture prove effective in treating migraines, reveals clinical trial study. An international team of researchers conducted

Chinese Herbal Medicine May Help To Treat Alcoholism

Researchers have identified a component in Chinese herbal anti-hangover medicine which may help to thwart acute alcohol intoxication and dependence, paving way for new therapeutic treatments.

Licorice In The Fight Against Tooth Decay And Gum Disease

Licorice, used extensively in the Chinese traditional medicine, could help in the fight against tooth decay and gum disease. Two substances in licorice

Spinal Manipulation and Exercises Relieve Neck Pain More Effectively Than Pain-Killers

Spinal manipulation by a chiropractor, and at-home exercises taught by a physical therapist may be better at relieving sub-acute neck pain (pain lasting

Yoga Can Provide Relief To Breast Cancer Survivors

Breast cancer survivors can hope to overcome fatigue by practicing yoga, new research shows. It is a small study covering only 31 patients, but the results are encouraging.

Music Can Help Ease Pain In High-anxiety People

A new study has suggested that listening to music can help relieve pain in high-anxiety people, who can easily become absorbed in cognitive activities.

Acupuncture Can Lower Stress

Acupuncture can indeed lower stress, it has been shown. In laboratory experiments, it significantly reduced levels of a protein linked to chronic stress.

Study Reveals Acupuncture Reduces Protein Linked to Chronic Stress

Acupuncture was found to significantly reduce levels of a protein in rats linked to chronic stress, according to researchers at Georgetown University Medical Center (GUMC).

Using Tap Water in Neti Pots Leads to Fatal Brain Eating Amoeba Deaths

The Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals have issued a warning against using tap water to irrigate nasal sinuses for fear that Naegleria fowleri

Provide More Funding for Complementary Medicine Research, Oz Government Urged

An Australian complementary medicine body has urged the federal government to provide more money for research into complementary treatments. The National

Cancer Patients Turning To Alternative Medicine

Cancer patients are increasingly turning to alternative medicine in Australia. Nadja Klafke, a Psychology PhD student at the Adelaide University, says

Most Snakebite Victims Prefer Consulting Traditional Healers

Lethal snakebites are recognized as massive global health problem yet immensely under-reported, states research presented today at the American Society

Cancer Patients may Benefit from Acupuncture

Acupuncture may help ease severe nerve pain associated with cancer treatment, reveals study published in iAcupuncture in Medicine./i Cancer

Traditional Chinese Medicines Can Cure AIDS

Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has helped in the recovery of at least 17,000 HIV carriers and AIDS patients in China since 2004, claim experts. Speaking

Chimps 'Self-medicate' With Medicinally Rich Food

Chimpanzees 'self medicate' with aliments containing medicinal ingredients such as anti-bacterial agents and de-wormers, suggests a new study. Lead

Needle Acupuncture Deemed Safe Among Teens

Researchers from University of Alberta said that using acupuncture as a mode of treatment among teenagers and kids under the age of 18 years is safe with minimal side effects.

Chinese Medicine Could Be An Effective Option for Childless Couples

Traditional Chinese medicine double the chances of conceiving in couples with fertility problems as compared to western drugs, finds a new study. The

Editorial: No Double Standards for Natural Health Products

An editorial in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) says that natural health products and medicinal foods should be subject to the same regulations