Drug-Free Methods for Weight Control
Vibrating Platform May Help Control Weight
Remember those exercise machines from way back when that featured a “vibrating belt” that supposedly jiggled the fat off your backside? They’re back… kind of. A surprise recent research finding showed that simply vibrating a few minutes each day, at barely perceptible magnitudes, actually slows the formation of fat. This unexpected scientific discovery was revealed during the course of other research focused on ways to prevent or slow osteoporosis. Granted, it’s hardly on par with the discovery of penicillin, but it is an intriguing and potentially valuable finding nonetheless. Read more
How the NEAT Theory and Magic Underwear Keep You Thin
Why is it that some people are thin and others prone to obesity? Hundreds of books have been written to explain this dilemma. Some blame the underactive thyroid. Others cite genetics. But Dr. James Levine, an endocrinologist and professor of nutrition at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, has a “NEAT theory” supported by “magic underwear” to explain the difference. Read more
Stop Food Cravings by Psychological Acupuncture
A form of acupuncture may be the answer for overweight men and women struggling to give food cravings the flick, according to new research. Read more
A Prescription of Calssic Care - Classical Music Therapy to Heal the Mind, Body, and Soul
The healing power of music had been identified in folk medicine for thousands of years. Although music is mainly played for entertainment in modern society, the instrumental role of music was solely for healing and harmonizing the mind, body, and spirit in ancient times. Many researches have been conducted in recent years to study the effectiveness of music therapy. Studies found that classical music can help heal certain health conditions. This article reveals Dr. P van der Schoot’s research and the “prescription” of classic care. Read more
Drug Free Remedies to Improve Asthma
For the 20 to 40 million Americans who suffer from asthma, life can be very scary. In addition to dealing with debilitating and frightening attacks, many sufferers experience unpleasant side effects from the medications used to control the illness. “I’ve seen patients shaking, anxious, jittery, unable to concentrate and even complaining of chest pain — and they don’t know it’s their asthma medication,” says New York City-based family physician Richard Firshein, DO, who specializes in complementary medicine. What’s worse, some of the remedies fail to address the underlying causes, so sufferers continue to experience attacks. Read more
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