Smoking causes an estimated 438,000 deaths per year and is the No. 1 cause of preventable death in the United States. Smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer and increases the risk for other cancers, including laryngeal, pharyngeal,...
If you have tried to quit smoking, you know how difficult it is to do without support, particularly if it has been a longtime habit. Complementary medicine, like acupuncture, is a novel approach to smoking cessation, and has some clinical evidence...
It's only natural to want to stay fit and trim to enhance your looks, but being in shape is important to your health as well. Being overweight or obese can increase the likelihood of developing diabetes, heart disease, sleep apnea, stroke,...
According to a 2008 National Health Interview survey in 2008, an estimated 24.8 million men and 21.1 million women in America are smokers. People who want to quit smoking list a variety of motivators including cost, health risks and the concern of...
If you've tried to quit smoking, you know how hard it can be. Most people fail at least two or three times before they find the combination of strategies that help them quit for good. Nicotine patches and gum can improve your odds of being...
Acupuncture, notes the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, is one of the world's oldest healing arts. The goal of acupuncture is to restore and maintain your body's health by using special needles to stimulate nerves that...
Detoxifying foot pads are adhesive pads filled with chemicals and materials that absorb liquids. Sold via television infomercials, Internet retailers and retail stores, the pads are meant to be placed on the bottom of each foot and left in place...
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that causes pain and inflammation of joints and surrounding tissue. Autoimmune diseases occur when the body attacks healthy cells. The following holistic treatments can be used together or individually.
One of the more popular buzzwords in the health and fitness world, "cleansing" refers to the idea that, through fasting, dietary choices and the consumption of certain herbs, you can clear toxins and waste products from your body. A healthy body...
People conquer nicotine addiction in different ways. Nicotine replacement therapy or medication may help relieve withdrawal symptoms, but ex-smokers still have to deal with the emotional issues of not having a cigarette. It is not easy to overcome...
Overweight teen girls face struggles the average teen never experiences. The social challenges caused by excess weight are just as difficult as the potential health problems they face. Girls in Florida have the added stress of living in a climate...
Smoking is the number one cause of preventable death in the U.S., killing almost half a million people a year and costing $96 billion a year in medical costs, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Overcoming the addictions...
Acupuncture is a complete medical system that is used to diagnose and treat illness, manage chronic disorders, alleviate pain and promote health through prevention and maintenance. It can be used for physical, emotional and psychological problems....
Air therapy is another name for pneumatic compression massage, a treatment that the Los Angeles-based FBE Spa claims can help you lose weight by stimulating circulation and allowing toxins to be flushed out of the lymphatic system. Proponents of...