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To Sleep, Perchance To Heal: Managing Sleep Disorders Without Medications
Chronic sleep problems are so common that many people simply accept them as an inevitable part of modern life. But lack of sleep is extremely detrimental to health. According to Anne McClenon, ND, chronic sleep loss should be considered a medical emergency. But quick-fix drugs are not the answer. Nutrients like melatonin, herbs like Valerian, and elimination of late night TV or computer use, are a lot safer and more effective in restoring healthy sleep.
Vol. 9, No. 3. Fall, 2008
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Tackling the Most Common Nutritional Deficiencies: Part One
Many Americans are well fed but poorly nourished, thanks to a calorie rich, nutrient poor diet. This is a major driver of chronic diseases. Fortunately, it's correctable. In the first of a two-part article, Steven Masley, MD, a nutrition-centered primary care doctor, offers tips for managing the most common deficiencies, including fiber, omega-3s, vitamin D and the B vitamins.
Vol. 9, No. 1. Spring, 2008
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Medical Aromatherapy Offers Safe, Patient-Friendly Tools to Treat Memory Impairment
Essential oils of Sage, Lavender, Rosemary and a number of other aromatic medicinal plants contain compounds that have direct stimulatory effects on memory formation, while at the same time helping to reduce stress, a major contributor to memory loss.
Vol. 9, No. 1. Spring, 2008
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Phototherapy a Safe, Effective Treatment For Acne, Psoriasis & Other Skin Disorders
Phototherapy, the application of carefully-controlled pulses of light directly to the skin surface, is a highly effective and safe technique enabling primary care physicians to treat acne, psoriasis and other common, chronic skin disorders.
Vol. 9, No. 1. Spring, 2008
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Hair Analysis, Antioxidant Testing: Popular with Patients, But Are They Clinically Valid?
In their effort to get a grip on their health, many people are utilizing "alternative" diagnostic tests that claim to identify nutrient deficiencies, environmental toxins, and disease risk factors. Some of these tests are backed good science, others are not, but even the legitimate ones may not be able to provide the type of guidance that patients are seeking. In Part One of this series, Cathy Creger Rosenbaum looks at hair analysis and antioxidant testing.
Vol. 8, No. 4. Winter, 2007
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Sensitivity, Stress Reduction & Quelling Inflammation are Keys to Managing Acne
High-dose vitamin A, an inflammation-lowering diet, stress reduction and a healthy dose of kindness can go a long way toward reducing the physical and psychosocial impact of acne.
Vol. 8, No. 3. Fall, 2007
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Intensive Essential Oil Therapy: Effective Treatment for Common Acute Infections
In the US, most people use aromatic essential oils for relaxation and other forms of aromatherapy. In France, they have a long history of internal use for the prevention and treatment of common infections. Corinne Andrion-Israelsen, who trained in the French tradition, explores the history and clinical application of plant essential oils.
Vol. 7, No. 4. Winter, 2006
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