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11/20/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Japanese researchers find that ultrasound therapy can be used to treat patients with dementia

A new therapy based on ultrasound waves might be able to improve the cognitive powers of patients suffering from Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. According to an article on the Tohoku University news page, the approach improved the condition of mice with symptoms similar to human dementia. In their experiment, the Tohoku University […]

10/07/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

High doses of vitamin C aggressively kill cancer cells, research confirms

If you’ve heard that high doses of vitamin C can kill cancer, there’s a good chance you’ve also heard some official-sounding organizations claiming that there is no science to back this up. However, new research shows that high doses of vitamin C can indeed fight cancer, underscoring the findings of countless other studies like it […]

09/02/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Treating chronic lower back pain with yoga and physical therapy

Many people with chronic lower back pain undergo physical therapy to help improve their symptoms. A study published in the journal Annals of Internal Medicine has suggested that yoga may be just as effective for chronic lower back pain. Researchers from Boston Medical Center (BMC) compared the effects of physical therapy and yoga exercises on […]

08/22/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Compounds derived from earthworms demonstrate a significant inflammatory response vs. asthma, fever

For nearly 2,000 years, traditional Chinese healers have prescribed Guang-Pheretima as a remedy for various inflammatory-related disorders. The decoction, derived from the earthworm, has been documented in many ancient texts to be an effective treatment for asthma, cough, and fever. To further substantiate this claim, Chinese researchers investigated the inhibitory effects and the underlying mechanism […]

08/17/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Acupuncture shows meaningful improvements in treating constipation

A pilot trial conducted by Korean researchers indicated that acupuncture could benefit people with functional constipation. By successfully reducing the prevalence of constipation without the need for laxative drugs, the traditional healing art showed its potential as an alternative means of treating the gut disorder. Daejeon University approved the study. Its results were published in the journal […]

08/07/2018 / By Janine Acero

Using homeopathy on animals: Case study of how it saved a disabled dog

Rescue dog Millie suffered from poor health conditions that made her quite disabled and unable to enjoy life. Her family felt distressed over her condition and decided to take her to a homeopathic vet, which changed Millie’s life entirely. Eight-year-old Millie suffered from distemper and had a severe continuous twitching of her left shoulder. Moreover, she […]

07/22/2018 / By Ralph Flores

The TCM practice of tongue evaluation found to help identify patients with metastatic liver cancer

A diagnostic method in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has been found to be an effective marker for liver metastasis, according to researchers from the Tianjin Medical University. In particular, they found that the lingual flange – that is, the part of the tongue near the jaw – can be potentially used to detect liver metastasis in […]

07/12/2018 / By David Williams

The flu has seen the light! Special UV lamps can kill deadly germs in public places, without harming humans

The flu virus currently in the air – and not in a good way: Nearly all states in the U.S. have seen a rise in flu-related outbreaks in recent times. It’s not just limited here – in the U.K., it has taken the lives of more than 200 people so far. In an effort to […]

06/26/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

A simple solution may preserve hearing loss caused by loud noises

Hearing loss caused by loud noises, such as explosions, firecrackers, or a concert, may be prevented with a simple solution developed by a team of researchers at the Stanford University, Texas A&M University, and the University of Southern California (USC). In conducting their study, the research team first had to comprehend how hearing loss was caused […]

06/18/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

The science behind oil pulling explains how it improves oral health

Known as “gandusha” to Ayurvedic healers, oil pulling is an ideal oral detoxification procedure done by swishing a tablespoon of oil in your mouth for around 20 minutes. The process – as simple as it seems to be – has been observed to dramatically improve oral health and prevent the formation of plaque between teeth. […]

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