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What is complementary and alternative medicine? Complementary and alternative medicine usually refers to practices that are not integrated into conventional medicine. Treatments in the category of complementary and alternative medicine are constantly changing. Treatments change when studies [...]
This classic PETA video shows graphically why a vegan or vegetarian diet is the only ethical choice. You will be shocked and horrified when you witness the horrific treatment of factory farmed animals.
Have you heard of Seishindo meditation? Seishindo attempts to integrate your conscious and your subconscious self through meditation and self hypnosis. The goal is to find your connection to the world through movement and breath which connect all living things together according to the practice. Upon discovering your unique path and connection, [...]
“Yoga and meditation techniques are being implemented in management of life threatening diseases; in transformation of molecular and genetic structure; in reversal of mental illnesses, in accelerated learning programs, in perceptions and communications beyond the physical, in solving problems and atomic and nuclear physics; in gaining better ecological understanding; in management of lifestyle and future [...]
Capitalism and industrial agriculture have brought us food that is not only inexpensive but in some cases can last almost forever. While this may seem convenient for many, we have to question the safety and sanity of putting stuff in our mouths that our bodies no longer recognize as food thanks to genetic modifications, [...]
If you ask the vast majority of people today what the definition of “healing” is, most would immediately refer to physical healing. A few would perhaps mention psychological healing from trauma or abuse and in either case they are always separate issues.
It is such a sad tribute to modern medicine that we are so [...]
Standing meditation, or (“ZhanZhuang”) is a wonderful form of meditation which is integral to martial arts and QiGong. A daily, diligent standing meditation practice will create energy, provide deep relaxation and an amazing stress release.
Standing meditation has a number of advantages over traditional meditation including a lower likelihood of falling asleep as well as [...]
Qigong (pronounced chee- gung) is a powerful system that combines breath work, postures and focused intentions that allows the practitioner to become aware of their ‘Qi” (energy) and learn to control it. This form of energy medicine is so amazing, it is used to increase vitality, health, longevity as well as improve balance, reduce [...]
“The Pilates Method and the Alexander Technique share, among other ideas, the organisation of the body to encourage lengthening of the back, widening of the torso, strengthening the lower back and stabilising the lumbar spine to provide a stable base for all movement.” Fran Robinson - PilatesandAlexander.com
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by George Kakaris
Most people are familiar with Holistic Medicine. It is quite likely that a friend or relative of yours has experienced an alternative treatment. Perhaps you have tried to benefit from a complementary therapy and are familiar with a few holistic treatments. Most people do not know the main branches of Holistic Medicine, however. [...]