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Stress :: How mental stress leads to physical ailments

Prolonged stress weakens the immune system, strains the heart, damages memory cells and deposit fats at the waist, says Dr. Bruce McEwen of the neuroendocrinology laboratory, Rockefeller University, and author of a new book, The End of Stress as We Know It.

Alzheimer’s disease :: Cholesterol linked to Alzheimer’s disease

A variation in a gene that is supposed to help the brain break down cholesterol may play a role in some cases of Alzheimer’s disease, researchers say.

Boger’s Boenninghausen’s Characteristics and Repertory – 2

Before discussing philosophical background, we first see how BBCR is arranged in the book form.
Primarily, it is divided in 2 sections:
Part I – Boenninghausen’s Characteristics – Remedies from A-Z.
Part II – Repertory part.

Women disease :: Cervicitis – Inflammation of cervix in women

Cervicitis is most often caused by an infection. However, in a few cases it may be attributed to chemical exposure or a foreign body, such as a pessary (a device inserted into the vagina to support the uterus), cervical cap (a birth control device), or diaphragm.

Know your teeth and gums

Know your teeth and gums …

Acupressure :: Alternative medicine – Acupressure

Acupressure is an ancient Chinese treatment based on the fact that chi, or vital energy, circulates in the body along energy pathways, or meridians, linked to different organ systems. Finger pressure is used on acupoints to stimulate and rebalance energy, and to treat ailments such as tension, menstrual cramps, and arthritis.

Shiatsu :: Alternative medicine – Shiatsu – massage system

Shiatsu is an oriental system of finger-pressure massage which, like acupressure, treats special points along the invisible channels of energy flow in the body. Blocked energy along these meridians can cause physical discomforts, so the aim is to release the blocks and re-balance the energy flow.

Acupuncture :: Alternative medicine – Acupuncture – introduction

A technique similar to acupressure, except that fine needles are inserted at specific points along the meridians just under the skin to stimulate, disperse and balance the flow or energy, relieve pain, and treat a variety of chronic, acute and degenerative conditions. Penetrates and stimulates specific points in the body to restore normal energetic balance.

Personality :: The Three Levels of Being

The mental plane is the most crucial level for the human being. It is the mental and spiritual content of a person, which is the true essence of that person.

Arthritis :: Glucosamine and chondroitin for osteoarthritis patients

In recent years, glucosamine and chondroitin have been widely promoted as a treatment for osteoarthritis. Glucosamine, an amino sugar, is thought to promote the formation and repair of cartilage. Chondroitin, a carbohydrate, is a cartilage component that is thought to promote water retention and elasticity and to inhibit the enzymes that break down cartilage. Both compounds are manufactured by the body.