Amongst the primary explanation why people look for dental care is due to stinky breath. Bad breath or medically generally known as halitosis is an evident obnoxious odor noticed when an individual breathes or exhales. Foul breath is definitely caused by various reasons such as smoking or eating unhealthy foods. Improper oral hygiene also can lead to halitosis which might produce uneasiness and frustration whenever an individual speaks or breathes. Feel fortunate though for that can now be treated conveniently.
Cleaning the teeth using fluoride toothpaste for about twice a day is likely the
All About the Residential Yoga Courses in Rishikesh by rickyz marioz
One of the oldest and the most powerful remedies, Yoga has been treating mankind with various health problems since time immemorial. The science of yoga actually originated in India thousands of years ago and since then it has been practiced by humans to get relived from their diseases and lead a healthy life. Nothing compares to this deep form of physical exercise that encompasses several aspects and helps people to stay fit emotionally, mentally and physically for long period of time. There are millions of people from all age group who wish to learn different techniques of yoga and bring i
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Sinusitis and Hoarseness Natural Health Q&A by Brian B. Carter, MS, LAc
Q: I had my spleen removed because of Hodgkins Disease. What should I use for stuffy sinus and constant hoarseness?- PatrickA: In my opinion, you shouldn't "use" anything, but go see a Chinese medicine (CM) practitioner (acupuncturist/herbalist) for the appropriate herbs for your condition, which I cannot diagnose over the internet. I wonder if you are hoarse because of over the counter decongestants?- BQ: I went to the Doctor because I was hoarse. With the sinus drainage and him thinking that it could be stomach acid, I did try things like Nexium and Nasonex spray, without any luck. In read
How to Treat Your Migraines Yourself with Acupressure by Brian B. Carter, MS, LAc
Acupuncture and Migraine is a sophisticated medicine for a complicated disease.Acupuncture is good not only for the headache, but for the various types of migraine auras, AND for preventing migraines. Also, you can use the points I'll suggest below to give yourself acupressure at home for free!Acupuncture and migraine treatment, like all acupuncture, is based on the principles and theories of Chinese medicine. From a Chinese Medicine perspective, the causes are emotional excesses (stress, long-term emotional disturbance, even just long-term frustration!), dietary imbalance (too much of the w
Truth and Lies about Menopause Herbs by Brian B. Carter, MS, LAc
Menopause Herbs Don't Work?
by Brian Benjamin Carter
A couple years ago, a study of herbs and other natural remedies for menopause got a lot of press. Particularly of note were its assertions that black cohosh is the only herb shown to help in menopause.
We could incorrectly assume then that no herbs help for menopause. However, there are some problems with that conclusion. Let's take a look at them:
1. Most herbs have not been subjected to RCT's (Randomized Controlled Trials, medical science's most advanced study design).
2. RCT's are not the only kind of study that provides reliable inf
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Memory Herbs: Why Gingko Doesn't Always Work by Brian B. Carter, MS, LAc
Q: When reading, I can't seem to focus or retain information as I once did. I was wondering if you had any suggestions, herbal remedies, or insight to offer. I appreciate your assistance.A: Memory function is a complex issue that an overly simplistic herbal approach cannot solve.Why Gingko Doesn't Always Work For MemoryPopular magazines said that gingko was the herbal memory cure, but people's experience and science have not borne this out. I'm not surprised. In Chinese medicine, we recognize that one symptom can be have multiple causes. We have to look for the root, and look at the surround
What is Qi? (How to Get More Energy) by Brian B. Carter, MS, LAc
This is one of the most common questions Americans ask about Chinese Medicine, and not an easy one to answer. Qi (pronounced "chee" and sometimes spelled 'chi') is possibly the most essential and the most controversial aspect of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Biomedicine often feels it can quite easily dismiss parts or all of TCM by maintaining that modern science cannot verify the existence of qi. The false idea that qi is an 'energy' like electricity has worsened this controversy.Is Qi Energy?Some TCM practitioners say qi is 'energy.' This is not too bad of an explanation. But don't g
The Yin and Yang of Social Phobia by Brian B. Carter, MS, LAc
Q:I feel that I am experiencing social phobia symptoms (red face, racing heart, sweating) and don't want to take a prescription drug with a bunch of bad side effects that will only mask these symptoms. I'm very interested in Chinese medicine but feel that I may be the person it has no effect on. I'd like some more information on overcoming anxiety and social phobia so I may live again. I'm probably yang deficient but no one would expect me to say that nor would they think I'd even be the one asking for info about overcoming anxiety.- RyanA: Ryan, did you read our social phobia article yet? (
Recovering From Stroke with Acupuncture by Brian B. Carter, MS, LAc
Q: I had a stroke 7 years ago. It was due to a blood clot in the brain. I am making a good recovery, but I am curious to know if acupuncture would benefit me.TimA: Tim, the best time to get acupuncture for stroke is immediately afterwards - ideally while still in the hospital, if the docs will allow it. Seven years is a long time to wait for acupuncture. But it still may help you… You won't know unless you try it.Scalp AcupunctureUsually scalp style acupuncture is used for stroke. Needles are "threaded" along the scalp underneath the skin. There are at least three different scalp systems (
The Dying Breed - Healthcare in Eastern Europe by Sam Vaknin
Transition has trimmed Russian life expectancy by well over a decade. People lead brutish and nasty lives only to expire in their prime, often inebriated. In the republics of former Yugoslavia, respiratory and digestive tract diseases run amok. Stress and pollution conspire to reap a grim harvest throughout the wastelands of eastern Europe. The rate of Tuberculosis in Romania exceeds that of sub-Saharan Africa.As income deteriorated, plunging people into abject poverty, they found it increasingly difficult to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Crumbling healthcare systems, ridden by corruption an
