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Chinese Medicine

On Chinese Medicine

Chinese medicine is one of the world's oldest bodies of medical knowledge. Archaeological sites in China indicate that acupuncture and herbal medicine were used as early as 1000 BC. By the Han Dynasty (206 BC to 220 AD) the basics of Chinese medical...

Herbal treatments at a store

Guidelines for Using Essential Oils and Herbs

Because essential oils are concentrated, highly potent substances, a working knowledge of how to use them safely is vital to the success of your efforts. The potential hazards of an essential oil depend on the compounds in the oil, the dosage and...

Homeopathy and Natural Remedies

Homeopathy

Homeopathy is a system of treatment that uses minute amounts of plant, mineral, and animal substances to stimulate the defensive systems of the body in a very subtle way. It is widely used in Europe, but not as well known in the United States. The...

Echinacea and Goldenseal - boost immune system and lower inflammation

On Echinacea & Goldenseal

Herbal medicine has a long tradition of use in the treatment and prevention of immune-related disorders. And Echinacea is one of the most commonly prescribed botanicals for the immune system. Echinacea is considered a "blood purifier," primarily due...

Lyme Disease

Lyme Disease

Lyme disease is a potentially serious long-term illness caused by a bacteria carried by minute deer ticks and spread when they bite a person. Because the symptoms vary and often mimic those of other ailments, a diagnosis can easily be missed in the...

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