Naturopathy
June 6, 2009 | Filed Under Nutrition Update | Leave a Comment
Mainstream medicine has its drugs and surgery; Chinese medicine, its herbs and acupuncture; Ayurveda, its nutrition and meditation. Each of these healing systems is a collection of individual therapies united by a well-defined philosophy of healing.
But naturopathy is different. "It's more than just a healing system," explains Joseph Pizzorno Jr., N.D., one of America's preeminent naturo [...]
Music
May 1, 2009 | Filed Under Nutrition Update | Leave a Comment
Melodies to Mend By
Opinions vary as to why music has such a profound effect on humans. At least some of its therapeutic power comes from its ability to trigger the release of endorphins, the powerful opiate-like chemicals produced in the brain that induce euphoria and relieve pain. In fact, researchers have discovered that if they administer drugs that block the production of endorphins, they significantly blun [...]
Cabbage Soup Diet
April 15, 2009 | Filed Under Nutrition Update | Leave a Comment
With increase in craze for crash diets, new diet plans are emerging all over the world. One such plan is the Lettuce Soup diet. The origin of this diet is still unknown, however one just wants to know whether it is effective and not who formulated it. Some of them found this to be effective and few others found it to be a mere waste.
Overview of the Lettuce Diet
The lettuce diet is a low calorie and low carb di [...]
Hellerwork
April 2, 2009 | Filed Under Nutrition Update | Leave a Comment
Hellerwork is based on the bodywork methods of Ida Rolf, adding the elements of manipulation and movement coaching using video feedback. It also specifically involves dialogue between client and practitioner to explore the mind-body connection.
Designed to realign and balance the body systematically, therapy thus normally consists of a series of 11 sessions of deep-tissue bodywork and movement "education." Each [...]
Eastern Traditions
March 15, 2009 | Filed Under Nutrition Update | Leave a Comment
Drawing on ancient traditions said to go back at least 3,000 years, Oriental movement and balance therapies aim to affect the flow of life energy, or chi. They encourage sensitivity and flexibility in the body while at the same time utilizing breath control and an inner focus to free up energy blockages and increase energy levels. T' ai chi and chi kung, for example, are practiced on a daily basis by hundreds of mi [...]