Some alternative medical practitioners believe that eating the right foods can augment conventional medical treatment in addressing the symptoms and causes of disease. Foods have been used for their healing properties for thousands of years....
Cancer is defined as a condition where normal cells mutate and reproduce, resulting in malignant tissue called a tumor. Why these cells mutate initially is not entirely clear, although the theory is that they become damaged due to free radicals...
Staphylococci are bacteria found on the surface of healthy skin and mucous membranes. Staph is found in the nasal passages, oral cavity, gastrointestinal and urinary tract. The presence of staph is not abnormal, however when bacteria counts...
Nitrate is a naturally occurring form of nitrogen found in many soils. According to "Staying Healthy With Nutrition" by Dr. Elson Haas, soils with heavy agricultural contaminants often measure high in nitrate levels. These high levels cause a...
Prostate problems occur in males only, as females lack a prostate gland -- the small gland located near the bladder. The prostate gland helps nourish your sperm and produces and secretes a milky fluid that accounts for a significant portion of the...
Attention deficit disorder, also known as attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, is a long-term health condition that affects millions of American children and may continue into adulthood. Mayo Clinic states that if your child has attention...
Menopause is the cessation of ovulation and menstruation. The mean age of menopause in women in the United States is 50, but perimenopause occurs prior to that. Surgical removal of ovaries also triggers menopause immediately. Many women choose soy...
Chelation entails the intravenous or oral administration of cores that bump off and take away the calcium and some other metallic elements from the entire physical structure. The chelation process is typically used for coronary artery disease, or...
Schizophrenia is a mental illness involving severe distortions of perception, resulting in bizarre behavior. Symptoms fall into two categories that include negative and positive symptoms. To date, no alternative treatments have been approved for...
Ulcerative colitis is an inflammatory disorder characterized by oxidative stress, white blood cell infiltration and increased inflammation in the colon. Resveratrol, a polyphenol antioxidant compound found in grapes and wine, has...
Bitter melon is known scientifically as Momordica charantia, but more common names include bitter gourd, bitter cucumber and balsam pear. Though it can be found all over the world, bitter melon is used primarily in South America, East Africa, Asia...
Treatment for Tourette’s syndrome has drastically improved due to the development of new pharmaceuticals and a better understanding of the neurobiological basis of the disease. Nonetheless, tics persist for many patients who do not respond...
Sudden movements, which may be repetitive or difficult to control, are called "motor tics". These can involve many different groups of muscles or may affect just one muscle. Tics are often sudden repetitive types of non rhythmic actions (which...
Androgens are hormonal agents that stimulate the development of male characteristics. Women and men produce a variety androgens, which include testosterone. Testosterone is one of the most potent hormones and is synthesized by the reproductive...
According to the American Diabetes Association, Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of this condition in the United States, affecting nearly 25.8 million Americans. Various research has suggested that patients can reverse Type 2 diabetes,...
In 2010, approximately 207,090 women received a diagnosis of breast cancer in the United States, according to the American Cancer Society. Researchers are constantly striving to find new ways to treat breast cancer and many today are looking at...
Acid reflux, also known as heartburn, is the result of a condition known as gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, which occurs when the esophageal muscles become weakened and gastric juices can flow up from the stomach and into the esophagus...
Acne is the bane of 85 percent of American teenagers annually, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. Not only do teens suffer from acne vulargis, but adults can get adult onset acne during their 30s and 40s. Over the years,...
Drug addicts who have tried and failed traditional sobriety treatments often feel defeated and hopeless in their attempts to stop their drug abuse. But there are plenty of alternative treatments available. All of them, some of them or just one of...
Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in the United States, accounting for more than 190,000 new diagnoses and more 40,000 deaths in 2009, according to the National Institute of Cancer. Breast cancer occurs when cells in the breast...
Bipolar I disorder is characterized by episodes of mania and major depression. The alternative treatments for bipolar I disorder may be no different than treatments used for other forms of bipolar disorder; it may be the specifics of each...
Melatonin is a hormone that naturally occurs in our bodies and helps maintain our sleeping patterns. It is available for purchase as an over-the-counter sleep aid, and is also used to combat jet lag. The University of Maryland Medical Center...
Alternative treatments are any type of treatment not considered traditional medicine. They include exercise, meditation, herbal treatments and vitamin therapy. The Centers for Disease Control recommends that patients use alternative therapies for...
Asthma is a medical condition characterized by attacks of breathing difficulty, cough and excessive mucus production in the lungs. It affects approximately three percent of the US population and can be experienced at any age, however, it is more...
Photodynamic therapy for acne is an alternative treatment for people who prefer it over applying topical medications daily or those who have developed a resistance to topical antibiotics. Different colors of light treat two symptoms of mild or...
Back pain is one of the most common medical problems, according to the National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health. Back pain can range from acute bouts to a chronic issue, and can also range in severity. Minor back pain...
Osteoporosis is a condition that causes the bones to lose density, and therefore strength. When bones lose density, they are more likely to fracture. While this is a painful condition, it is not the only complication that can develop from...
Estrogen is an important hormone produced naturally in women. It is necessary for maintaining health and wellness and to prevent common symptoms of menopause, such as hot flashes, dry skin and irritation. Estrogen may offer some protection...
Bacterial vaginosis is the most common cause of vaginal infection and is brought on by an imbalance of naturally occurring resident bacteria. Vaginal health normally depends upon many micro-organisms, including lactobacilli, gardnerella,...
Meditation can assist the ADHD adult with mental focus and control. Yoga, martial arts and dance are a few physical activities that may help an adult with ADHD. Learn how to live with adult ADHD in this free video.
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a debilitating disease where the myelin sheaths, the coverings for the nerves around the central nervous system, become infected. In this video, learn more about MS, its effects on people, and how it may be treated.
