Alternative Health News

Acupuncture, massage have cancer care role Reported March 01, 2010 CHICAGO, March 1 (UPI) -- Acupuncture, massage and other alternative therapies have a place in cancer care, a U.S. doctor says. Gynecologic oncologist Dr. Julian Schink of Chicago's Northwestern Memorial Hospital and the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University says … [Read more...]

Acupuncture may relieve menstrual cramps: paper   Reported February 20, 2010 Acupuncture may be helpful in alleviating menstrual cramps, which affect up to half of all young women, an extensive review of past studies has found. In a review of 27 studies that involved nearly 3,000 women, researchers from the … [Read more...]

Placebos: Faking Your Kids' Meds Reported February 05, 2010 NEW YORK (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Cold and flu season are in full swing! But what do you give your kids to relieve them of the sniffles and sneezes? Researchers at Penn State say over-the-counter cough syrups work no better than placebos, so why not try a sugar pill to help … [Read more...]

Marijuana in Medical Care? Reported February 25, 2010 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Does marijuana have a place in medical treatment? Researchers say they now have science-based information with which policy makers can begin discussing the place of marijuana in medical care. Researchers at the University of California’s Center for Medical … [Read more...]

Sand bathing: a popular form of therapy in Japan Reported February 20, 2010 IBUSUKI, Kagoshima Prefecture: A cold winter spell is still blanketing many countries in the northern hemisphere. In Japan, many are looking for unique ways to keep warm, while reaping health benefits. The warm sand by the sea in … [Read more...]

Power In Placebos Reported February 01, 2010 ANN ARBOR, Mich. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- They’re called placebos, sugar pills, shams, shots of saline and fake creams. But some argue even though their ingredients may be bogus, the reactions are real. Almost half of all doctors regularly give their patients placebos. Are they con artists or do they know … [Read more...]

Couples who play together stay together Reported February 05, 2010 By Jari Love, For Neighbours Women are masters at multi-tasking. We can schedule play dates for our kids, spend a full day at work, do all the grocery shopping and still have dinner on the table for the entire family. However, to make it all happen, we often put ourselves and … [Read more...]

Tango for Parkinson's Reported April 15, 2008 ST. LOUIS, Mo. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Almost one and a half million Americans suffer from Parkinson's disease. It's a neurological disorder best known for its symptoms: tremors and a lack of balance. Now, a new study is showing how a popular dance may help patients fight some of the effects. Dancing is what … [Read more...]

Therapy Stops Suicide Attempts  Reported August 3, 2005 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Patients at risk for repeat suicide attempts may benefit from cognitive therapy. A new study shows those treated with the therapy were 50 percent less likely to attempt suicide again at 18 months. Previous research conducted in 2002 shows those who attempted suicide in the past were as much as … [Read more...]

Toxic Amounts of Metals Found in Herbals Reported December 15, 2004 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- An analysis of a sample of Ayurvedic herbal medicine products (HMPs) found that 20 percent had toxic levels of metals like lead, mercury and arsenic if they were taken as directed.   Ayurveda is a medical system that originated in India more … [Read more...]

Centenarian SecretsNovember 09, 2007 BOSTON (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Right now, there are 55,000 people in the United States who are 100 years old or older. In fact, people older than 100 are the fastest-growing age group in the United States. How do they defy death? What are the secrets of longevity? Frank Di Paolo junior is 100 years old. "I … [Read more...]

Acupuncture Study on Stop Smoking (Smoking Cessation) Reported July 02, 2008 North Lima, OH, July 02, 2008 --(PR.com)-- Acupuncture for Stop Smoking- Now that everyone has successfully entered the 21st century, several people are becoming more and more health conscious. With this, more and more people are looking for a better and faster way to quit … [Read more...]

Study suggests antidepressants may be beneficial for stroke victims Reported May 27, 2008 CHICAGO - Doctors may want to give stroke victims antidepressants right away instead of waiting until they develop depression, a common complication, new research suggests. The findings may lead to an expanded use for antidepressants. Someday high-risk people like stroke patients … [Read more...]

Physical Activity and Obesity among Premenopausal Women01 Dec 2004 Women who are approaching or at menopause and are at risk for obesity and heart disease can benefit from increasing their levels of physical activity, according to researchers at Kansas State University. The researchers looked at relationships between physical activity and obesity in 1,004 … [Read more...]

Hypnosis Helps Unexplained Chest Pain Reported September 28, 2006  (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- You've been to the doctor and had all the tests. But no one can tell you why you're experiencing chest pains. If that sounds like you, then hypnosis might help. A new study conducted by British researchers reveals … [Read more...]

Herbal Medicines for Menopause? Reported January 16, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Treating menopausal symptoms with herbal remedies could be a waste of time and money. A new article in the Drug and Therapies Bulletin (DTB) says there is no strong evidence either way for several herbal medicines taken to relieve troublesome menopausal symptoms. Herbal … [Read more...]

Shockwave Therapy Shows Promise for ED Reported November 17, 2009 LYON, FRANCE (Reuters Health) - It sounds painful, but shockwave therapy may be an effective treatment for men who suffer from erectile dysfunction (ED), according to a small study showcased here at the European Society for Sexual Medicine. Focused shockwaves, generated by a special machine, is an … [Read more...]

New test for heart surgery patients Researchers in Aberdeen have launched a study to see whether a new blood test can better predict the outcome for patients facing heart surgery.  Cardiac surgery is very commonly performed in the UK and is associated with a small risk to the patient. Usually the benefits very much outweigh the risks that … [Read more...]

Crossing the Border: The Cost of Care Reported February 05, 2008 BRONX, N.Y. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- One in seven Americans don't have health insurance -- where do you go for help? Many are headed overseas for surgery. Traveling for health care that's not available, accessible, affordable or acceptable in the United States is a growing … [Read more...]

Taking Organ Removal to New PlacesSeptember 18, 2007 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Doctors are going to new lengths to eliminate scars from organ removal procedures. Visible scars are becoming a thing of the past as surgeons get creative. French surgeons recently removed a woman's gallbladder through her vagina, leaving no outward scarring. "Whenever … [Read more...]

Water Aerobics and Pregnancy Reported November 24, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Pregnant mothers who take water aerobics classes during pregnancy may reduce their need for pain medication during labor. A team of researchers from at the University of Campinas (UNICAMP), Sao Paulo, Brazil, investigated the effects of water aerobics classes on a group of 71 … [Read more...]

Sexual Chemistry: Boost Your Drive! (Part 3 of 3) Reported November 7, 2005    ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- Research shows up to 60 percent of men and up to 40 percent of women suffer from some type of sexual dysfunction. For thousands of years, people have searched for aphrodisiacs to boost desire, and here's more on eight natural alternatives. Chances are if … [Read more...]

Autism Dog Reported May 13, 2008 NEW ORLEANS (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- How do you help a child with autism? With about one in 150 eight-year-old children being diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders each year, parents and doctors are looking for new ways to help these kids have a brighter future. For some, help is now coming from an unlikely place -- a … [Read more...]

Broccoli Sprouts Ward Off Stomach Cancer Reported April 07, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – People who carry the H. pylori bacteria in their guts are at higher risk for stomach cancer. Now a new study suggests an easy way to reduce that risk: eat broccoli sprouts. In a study conducted among 48 men and women from Japan, Johns Hopkins investigators found … [Read more...]

Have more sex for better health!   Reported November 09, 2009 It won't be long before doctors prescribe steamy sex and caring communication along with healthy diets and rest. Researchers at the Monash University in Australia found that women who were sexually dissatisfied had lower well-being and vitality; and these women were not always those … [Read more...]

Acupuncture Eases Low Back Pain Reported May 12, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) May 12, 2009 -- If you experience chronic low back pain, you might want to consider tiny needles as a therapy, and those needles don't even have to penetrate the skin. One of the largest studies of its kind found various types of acupuncture can ease symptoms in people with this … [Read more...]

Obese Heart Failure Patients Fare Better Than Lean Wednesday, January 12, 2005 NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Although obesity is usually linked to detrimental health consequences, new research indicates that overweight people with heart failure have a lower mortality risk than those of normal weight.   This is not the … [Read more...]

Herbal Medicine Dangers Reported August 27, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Ordering herbal medicines on the Internet may put your health at risk. In a recent study, researchers found one fifth of Ayurvedic medicines -- a form of medicine that relies heavily on herbal products -- manufactured in the United States and India that were purchased on the Internet … [Read more...]

Omega-3 EPA linked to less depression Reported May 03, 2008 Increased blood levels of the omega-3 fatty acid eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) may reduce the severity of symptoms of depression, particularly in people taking antidepressants, suggests new research from France.   A study of 1390 subjects from Bordeaux in France reports that EPA levels in people with depressive … [Read more...]

Eye Scans of the Future Reported May 23, 2008 HOUSTON, Texas (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- The old saying goes, "The eyes are the pathway to the soul." It turns out your eyes may also be a pathway to your health. Pilot Keith Mosing has been flying planes for 40 years. "You're on your own. You're free. You're in the air," Mosing told Ivanhoe. "You're controlling … [Read more...]