Natural Health Cure

While the dangers of fluoride are not universally understood or even accepted, it has been by and large abolished in continental Europe other than Ireland and the UK.  Even in the UK fluoridation of public water supplies is limited to just a very few local authorities, the vast majority having abolished it because of worries about fluoride poisoning.

There is obviously a reason for this, although no review of the dangers of fluoride in drinking water would be proper without a discussion of both sides of the argument. This is presented below, although not all claims have properly reported references available since neither side have much scientific evidence to offer. (more…)

The spirulina health benefits originate in its protein content which is a superior form of protein to that normally found in plants. The reason for this is that it contains all 22 essential amino acids, which not even legumes are able to provide. It is rich in gamma-linolenic acid and also contains alpha linolenic acid, linoleic acid and many more fatty acids good for your health. (more…)

Before learning how to overcome food addictions it is first necessary to admit that you are a food addict, or sugar addict or whatever it is that you feel you must eat.  Some say that food is not addictive, and all you need is some self-control, but others agree that abuse or overuse of any substance, whether that is alcohol, drugs or food, is classed as an addiction. (more…)

Does acupuncture really work? It is a difficult question to answer. There is a body of evidence to support the claims of both camps – that acupuncture is a powerful healing method used for centuries by the Chinese or that it is a sham, and a means for charlatans to make a quick buck. Here is the evidence provided by both camps to enable you decide for yourself. (more…)

The health benefits of Vitamin D are not well understood by most people, many thinking it being needed only to prevent rickets which they believe to be no longer a disease of the 21^st century. There is a great deal of misinformation about Vitamin D, and a need for education in what it is and why it is essential to your health. (more…)

The symptoms of inflammation are a result of the natural response of your immune system to tissue damage or invasion of your tissues by pathogens such as bacteria and viruses. The initial result of the inflammatory response is often dilation of your capillaries to permit the large macrophages, or white blood cells, to reach the affected area resulting in fluid leakage into your surrounding tissues and ultimately swelling and pain.

The area can also become hot as your immune system raises the temperature to render it less comfortable for bacteria. The overall effect is the typical redness, swelling and pain that we know as inflammation. It slows down wound healing and can lead to severe pain in the joints (arthritis). The immune system frequently doesn’t know when to stop, and needs help so that wounds can heal and the pain and swelling gradually die down. (more…)

Anulom-Vilom is a widely known Pranayama. Pranayama means expansion of Pran Shakti or vital force. There are many ways of doing pranayama but the basis of all kinds of pranayama is ‘Deep Breathing’. We breathe every moment of our lives, and yet we are hardly aware of it unless and until we are afflicted with some breathing disorder. Just close your eyes for a few minutes and concentrate your attention on your breathing – you will feel as if all the tension has vanished into thin air and you feel bliss.

When we do normal breathing, our breathing is limited to area between heart and throat only. Conversely, when we inhale deeply, our lungs become filled with air and our chest gets expanded, and when we exhale deeply our lungs and chest are contracted. How and why this happens? For this, it is essential to know the structure of our lungs. (more…)

Blood plays an important role in physical health; Blood is circulated all over the body due to certain pressure of heart directly. The proper quantity and quality of blood is most important factor to maintain good health for long life. So blood pressure should be quite normal.

Renowned gerontologists of the world have come to the conclusion through their research that for longevity to be maintained, low blood pressure is better than high blood pressure or normal blood pressure. The man having low blood pressure is supposed to be in an inactive and peaceful condition. The death rate of low B.P. patients is less than that of hypertensive people. The patient suffering from low B.P is not at risk as compared to high B.P. The men in the age group between 60-70 years are found quite healthy having blood pressure 100/60 mm Hg or 90/55 mm Hg. (more…)

Hypothyroidism is the diseased condition caused by insufficient production of thyroid hormone by thyroid gland. Depending on the organ affected, hypothyroidism may be classified as – Primary (thyroid gland), Secondary (Pituitary gland) or Tertiary (Hypothalamus). The most common cause for/Hypothyroidism is iodine-deficiency, which is the result of metabolic disturbances mainly due to dietary deficiency, resulting from incorrect food habits. It can also be caused by drugs, especially by anti depressants. (more…)

Asthma creeps on to you silently and there are many who don’t take it seriously. When considered that there are over 23 million Americans and more than one third of those number children who suffer from Asthma, the scenario turns grim. Studies have indicated that the loss to the public exchequer as a direct result of losing work days is to the tune of $ 20 billion in the US. (more…)