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Category Archives: Alternative Medicine
Vitamin B6, Methionine Linked to Lower Risk for Lung Cancer
According to a new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, serum levels of vitamin B6 and amino acid, methionine, were inversely associated with risk for lung cancer. The study was conducted among ~400,000 participants in 10 … Continue reading
Posted in Alternative Medicine, Cancer, Lung Cancer, Vitamins
Tagged Lung Cancer, Methionine, Smoking, vitamin B6
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Coffee Drinking Lowers Risk for Head and Neck Cancers
Good news for coffee drinkers. A new study found that drinking caffeinated coffee is associated with lower risk for head and neck cancers. The study was published in June 22 online issue of the Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention. Tobacco … Continue reading
Posted in Alternative Medicine, Cancer, Head and Neck Cancer
Tagged coffee, drinking, Head and Neck Cancer, Pharyngeal cancer, Smoking
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Modest Tea and Coffee Consumption Cuts Cardiovascular Disease
The latest look at the effects of tea and coffee consumption on cardiovascular morbidity and mortality suggests that moderate intake of either beverages reduces coronary heart disease risk (CHD). The findings were reported in the June 18, 2010 issue of … Continue reading
Posted in Cardiovascular disease, Heart attack, Stroke, Tea
Tagged Cardiovascular disease, coffee, coronary heart disease, Flavonoids, Stroke, Tea
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Vitamins B6, B12 May Protect Against Depression in Older Adults
A recently published study showed that high intakes of vitamins B6 and B12 might reduce the risk of depressive symptoms in older adults. The study evaluated the dietary intakes and the incidence of depression in 3503 adults who are at … Continue reading
Posted in Alternative Medicine, Depression, Vitamins
Tagged Depression, Vitamin B12, vitamin B6
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Tai Chi Increased Efficacy of Antidepressant Therapy in Older Adults
Like acupuncture(針灸), Tai Chi (太極拳) was known to improve blood circulation and stimulate the central nervous system. A new study now reported that adding Tai Chi to antidepressant therapy (such as escitalopram, Lexapro) can improve resilience, quality of life, and … Continue reading
Posted in Acupuncture, Alternative Medicine, Depression
Tagged Acupuncture, antidepressant, Depression, escitalopram, Lexapro, Tai Chi
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Want to Cure Your Asthma for Good? – Weather-based Moxibustion 天灸療法 (A special Form of Moxibustion) might be an Option.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) emphasizes that men needs to live in harmony with the heaven (weather) and the earth (environment) (天人合一). Thus, when practicing medicine, TCM doctors make their therapeutic decisions (acupuncture, moxibustion or herbal medicine) not only on the patient’s … Continue reading
Posted in Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, Respiratory Disease
Tagged Alternative, Asthma, Cure, Herbal Medicine, Herbal Medicine, Moxibustion, Yang
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Is Shark Cartilage Helpful For Cancer Patients?
Shark cartilage has been touted as a potential alternative or complementary cancer treatment for several decades. Dozens of shark cartilage products are sold as dietary supplements, but none have been studied in humans. A recently published study indicated that adding a … Continue reading
Posted in Cancer, Lung Cancer, Non Small Cell Lung Cancer, Tea
Tagged Cancer, curcumin, Green Tea, Non small cell lung cancer, NSCLC, Shark Cartilage, Survival
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Benefits of Tea in Reducing Cardiovascular Disease, Obesity, Diabetes and Cancers
Tea is one of the most widely-consumed beverages in the world. Beside quenching thirst, tea also contains lots of natural ingredients which might be beneficial to the overall health. This article reviews the clinical benefits of tea. Tea According to … Continue reading
Posted in Cancer, Cardiovascular disease, Diabetes, Obesity, Tea
Tagged Cancer, Cardiovascular disease, Diabetes, Obesity, Tea
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Alternative Treatment for Diabetes – Traditional Chinese Medicine
Insulin is the cornerstone of diabetic treatment. However, most patients are reluctant to administer insulin due to the fear of injection. This article reviews clinical and pharmacological studies of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in the treatment of diabetes. Traditional Chinese Medicine TCM … Continue reading
Posted in Diabetes, Herbal Medicine
Tagged Alternative, Chinese Medicine, Diabetes, LiuWei DiHuang Wan, Treatment
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