Alternative Health

Alternative health refers to those methods of healing that have not been given the status of recognized medical treatments. Many have been around far longer than any medical science techniques and follow the common philosophy that the human body is its own best healer. Those who are for alternative health maintain that we are all born healthy and whole and it is only because of abusive lifestyles or external events that we fall sick. Those who are against alternative health feel that holistic healers play on the emotions of vulnerable individuals and that any treatment works as a placebo.

To provide balance in the debate, remember that while alternative health is effective in providing relief from various ailments like aches and pains, allergies, breathing problems and more, medical treatment is necessary in cases of serious disorders and conditions.


Alternative health covers many popular therapies like yoga and aromatherapy and home remedies as well as more obscure ones such as ear candling and urine therapy. Bloggers who are interested in alternative health will find plenty to read about if they log on to Naturalnews.com where the health ranger, Mike Adams, produces a daily newsletter. If bloggers are interested in a particular alternative health therapy, there are specialized sites available.

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Latest blogosphere posts tagged “Alternative Health”

• Massage Chairs Simulate Shiatsu Massage Like Hands

  
  rotatelogs.com — Authority: 158
  The evolution of technology in general and mechanical systems with software in specific have created the shiatsu massage chair of today. Shiatsu has been performed by skilled therapists from the beginning of time, originating in Japan. The modernization of Japan lead to the integration of mechanics and electronic ...
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• Juicing Can Save Your Life

  
  Easy Way to Happiness — Authority: 146
  Is there a certain line of defense to engage when you are not well? Is it true that once you hit a certain age things begin to fall apart and youre at the mercy of a life of medication to keep organ systems going? Well, it will be true for you if you believe that. My job here though is to remind you that your body has ...
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• All natural body detox for body cleansing and total mind

  
  Health Tips — Authority: 130
  All natural body detox for body cleansing and total mind rejuvenation When we hear the word toxin, we mistakenly think of poison in a labeled bottled. Indeed, toxins are poisonous, but they are not necessarily labeled when they enter our body…
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• Health Reform Hazards: Steering Your Course Through the Rhetorical Shallows - PharmExec.com

  
  health alternative blog — Authority: 133
  Health Reform Hazards: Steering Your Course Through the Rhetorical Shallows PharmExec.com This notion is commonly cited as justification for creating a new federal panel to evaluate the clinical effectiveness of alternative health interventions. … and more » Source: Health Reform ...
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• Natural Way of Curing Toenail Fungus

  
  How To Detox The Healthy Way — Authority: 426
  Curing toenail fungus is not as easy as it sounds. The fact that the fungus develops under the nails, makes it difficult to treat. Also, since the feet are more exposed to the warm, dark and damp environment caused by wearing socks and shoes, they are more susceptible to the infection compared to fingernails. ...
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• Should You Create Your Own Vaporizer?

  
  health alternative blog — Authority: 133
  With a lot of people growing aware of the health effects of vaporizers, expect lung cancer rates to go down soon. Experts say that vaporization is a better alternative to smoking since combustion is absent which frees bad smoke and other poisonous chemicals into the body. In vaporization, the plant is heated until it ...
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• Should You Design Your Own Vaporizer?

  
  How To Detox The Healthy Way — Authority: 426
  With plenty of people recognizing the good effects of vaporizers, expect the incidence of lung cancer to lower soon. Experts believe that vaporization is better than smoking since combustion is non-existent which produces dirty smoke and other deadly chemicals that enter the body.
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• Psychic Ability – 5 Steps to Develop it!

  
  SmartHealthForLife.com — Authority: 160
  Often, people say that a person with psychic ability can only be found once in a blue moon. Most people even think that there is no such thing as a psychic ability, and that all these hocus pocus and crystal balls are all nothing but a scam. Truth is, psychic ability exists; in fact, each person is psychic to some ...
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• Body Detoxification Diet

  
  Low Carb Diet Secrets — Authority: 156
  What is involved in a body detoxification diet ? The new buzz around the health world in getting a body detox. Years of poor eating habits, low-fiber diets, environmental pollution, and stress cause the toxins to build up and eventually get absorbed back into the body. A toxic build up in our bodies may increase ...
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• Making An Effort To Locate The Best Massage Chair?

  
  SmartHealthForLife.com — Authority: 160
  Maybe you just started your search for a massage chair. Many people have tried massage chairs in the mall and then became interested in learning more about them. This is an important aspect of finding the best massage chair. Massage chairs are about getting the right feature set for your long-term health needs. When ...
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• The Benefits of Rosehip Oil

  
  Herbal Alternative Medicine — Authority: 145
  Aromatherapy, though not officially being recognized as an official type of medical treatment in most countries, is regularly used by millions of people worldwide as a method of curing common illnesses. As well as being effective, it is simple and easy to use. In fact, therapeutic relief can be achieved simply by ...
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• What You Didn’t Know About Your Metabolism

  
  How To Detox The Healthy Way — Authority: 426
  Generally, about two thirds of the calories in your body are utilized daily. The burning up of calories enables your body to keep functioning. With the amount of energy it gets through the conversion of the calories.’
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• Vaporizers: A Healthy Alternative to Smoking

  
  How To Detox The Healthy Way — Authority: 426
  If youre a medical marijuana patient whos been smoking weed for a long time, why do you have to switch to a vaporizer? Simply said its great for your health. Your lungs will be fresher and youll inhale the active components of marijuana quickly. This makes vaporization a great alternative to smoking.
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• Herbal Remedies for Genital Warts

  
  EduBook — Authority: 495
  There are several herbal and homeopathic home remedies for genital warts. Genital warts are caused by the HPV virus. This is a sexually transmitted virus. Many people infected with the HPV virus are not aware they have it. Genital warts may not occur or may be located where they are not visible. Most herbal remedies ...
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• The 7 Crucial Reiki Positions For Healing Success

  
  blabstr.com — Authority: 162
  Giving Reiki treatments and using the right Reiki positions in the right order, the vital energies will be balanced and a better personal feeling will be achieved. The right Reiki positions for your hands are the important key.
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• Senate Health Bill Includes CAM - Natural Products Marketplace

  
  health alternative blog — Authority: 133
  Los Angeles Times Senate Health Bill Includes CAM Natural Products Marketplace If passed, it would also allow doctors to use alternative health providers in some treatment plans. CAM includes dietary supplements, acupuncture, … A broader definition of healthcare Los Angeles Times ...
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• The Right Reiki Positions For Healing

  
  Naked News — Authority: 176
  Giving Reiki treatments and using the right Reiki positions in the right order, the vital energies will be balanced and a better personal feeling will be achieved. The right Reiki positions for your hands are the important key.
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• Body Detox At Home

  
  Low Carb Diet Secrets — Authority: 156
  The new buzz around the health world in getting a body detox . Years of poor eating habits, low-fiber diets, environmental pollution, and stress cause the toxins to build up and eventually get absorbed back into the body. A toxic build up in our bodies may increase the risk of sickness and disease, so it is ...
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• Program Brings Strength, Inner Peace to Cancer Survivors

  
  Phoenix Arizona Real Estate Local News and Business Directory — Authority: 542
  YogaBear Partners with Local Studios to provide Cancer Survivors with Free Yoga SessionsCHANDLER, AZ – Compelled by her own experience with the restorative and healing powers of yoga, cancer... This is a summary of the article. For the complete article, please visit the site. Thank you http://www.evliving.com/
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• Body Detoxification Diet

  
  Health & Fitness Blog — Authority: 170
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