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10/30/2018 / By Ellaine Castillo

Study: Depressed, elderly people can benefit from aromatherapy massage

Mental health is a major concern for the young and the old alike. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, geriatric depression occurs in 15 percent of the elderly population. Researchers from Chengdu Medical College revealed that aromatherapy massage and inhaling essential oils can be used as alternative remedies for geriatric depression. More than 90 percent of depression […]

10/24/2018 / By Ellaine Castillo

Aromatherapy massage and inhalation reduces depression symptoms in older people

A study conducted by researchers from Chengdu Medical College showed that aromatherapy massage and inhalation can be used to treat depression in elderly people. In this study, which was published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, the researchers looked at the effects of aromatherapy massage and inhalation on geriatric depression through a prospective, randomized controlled clinical […]

10/09/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

The potential antiangiogenic effects of oridonin, a diterpenoid extracted from medicinal herbs

Oridonin, a compound commonly derived from medicinal plants, has been found to have anti-tumor effects in previous studies. A study found in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine investigates the compound’s antiangiogenic effects. The ability of oridonin to inhibit the growth of capillary networks in tumors in previous studies prompted the researchers to believe […]

09/29/2018 / By Ellaine Castillo

Several different essential oils scientifically confirmed to combat fungal infections

Normally, the polymorphic fungi Candida albicans is not harmful to the body unless certain conditions cause it to become virulent. Researchers from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine, Arizona State University, and Enerpathic Technologies discovered that different botanical tinctures and essential oils prevent C. albicans from progressing into its more virulent forms. Essential oils and botanical tinctures are […]

09/19/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Natural salt can help heal you from chronic illness – and modern research is validating this

Salt is not just a condiment or an ingredient used in cooking – it can also help you recover from chronic illness, including cancer. This is done through halotherapy, which uses naturally occurring salt caverns for healing respiratory conditions, as well as skin ailments. It is also used to energize the mind and was practiced […]

09/09/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Horse therapy improves quality of life for children with cerebral palsy

Simulated hippotherapy, a form of therapy in which the repeated and rhythmic movement of a horse is imitated, was found to enhance trunk control and quality of life of children with cerebral palsy, according to a study presented at the Association of Academic Physiatrists Annual Meeting in Atlanta. According to the researchers, hippotherapy is one […]

09/06/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Study: Spinal manipulation benefits 63% of lower-back pain sufferers after 6 weeks

A big study published in the JAMA Network Open offers major support for chiropractic care, providing proof that spinal manipulation provides greater relief for more than 60 percent of patients suffering from lower back pain. The study compared the benefits of treating lower back pain using usual medical care (UMC) and a combination of UMC […]

08/21/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Breath-focused practices help alleviate symptoms of ADHD and cognitive decline

Breathing does more than sustain life. When practiced with meditation, it can benefit the body and, according to Irish researchers, help with ADHD and cognitive decline. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects children and teenagers. As its name suggests, it is characterized by the inability to focus and pay attention, […]

08/14/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Burn patients feel less pain when they undergo music therapy

Burn injuries are among the most severe traumas that can be experienced, which makes it difficult to treat burn patients. Music therapy has been known to help in pain management. In a study review published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, researchers evaluated the effect of music intervention in the recovery of burn patients. […]

07/31/2018 / By Russel Davis

Beat depression with ginseng

Taking ginseng extracts may help alleviate depression associated with alcoholism, a study published in Nutrients revealed. As part of the study, a team of researchers at the Chulalongkorn University and Kaen University in Thailand examined 12 groups of laboratory mice comprised of eight members each. Six groups were fed with a normal diet, while the other […]

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