Articles
Delayed Food Sensitivity and Inflammation: Why Some Good Foods Could Be Bad For You
May 2008 Articles 
By Ahmad Nasri, (MD Dom. Rep.), HD, CBS
A large number of us have hidden sensitivity, intolerance, or even allergy to different foods. It is estimated that 6 to 7 million Americans are allergic to at least one type of food. More and more people are showing high inflammatory markers in their blood like high sensitive C Reactive protein, ESR, etc. Even though most of them are prescribed several natural anti-inflammatory supplements, inflammation persists. An autoimmune clinical picture keeps on manifesting symptoms. One of the underlying causes of persisting inflammation is food sensitivity. This article emphasizes the issues concerning delayed food sensitivities and their great impact on our health and the role they play in increasing inflammation.
Two of the antibodies involved in allergic reactions are immunoglobulin E (IgE) and immunoglobulin G (IgG). IgE production occurs right after ingestion or inhalation of an allergen and is referred to as a Type I immediate hypersensitivity reaction. People are thus aware about these foods and try to avoid them. IgG antibodies, on the other hand, are produced for several hours or days after exposure to an allergen and are called Type III delayed hypersensitivity reactions. People are therefore not aware of those “good foods” that are silently causing them to feel worse upon repeated ingestion. They usually crave the foods they are allergic to because they get a “high” sensation, and thus get addicted to them.
Symptoms of Hidden Food Sensitivity:
Increasing In Vitro Fertilization Success with Acupuncture
May 2008 Articles
By Carly WendlerAre you or someone you know experiencing fertility challenges? Chances are you have answered with a resounding “Yes” as 8-10% of the population in its reproductive years are experiencing infertility. Of that percentage, thousands seek Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART), which includes In Vitro Fertilization (IVF), in their journey to have a baby. Unfortunately, IVF success rates are low and the majority of IVF cycles do not result in pregnancy. However, clinical studies demonstrate increased success rates when IVF and acupuncture are combined. If you are considering or currently using IVF, read on to find out how you can maximize your fertility and improve your chances for a healthy and happy pregnancy.
Being Present NOW
May 2008 Articles
By Kate Kent, Dipl. Ac., C.H. (NCCAOM)It is hard to be totally present all the time. Ask anyone. The mind flits from what happened to what will happen with lightening speed. Being in the past or future is not living and very little can be accomplished if we are not “here.” Being able to focus on what is at hand is a powerful tool that is well worth cultivating. This article is going to discuss why it is so hard to stay in the moment, how necessary it is to be so, and what can be done about it.
Homeopathy - for Digestive Disorders and Their Emotional Roots
May 2008 Articles
By Tamara Der-OhanianShortly after we began enjoying our meal at a recent dinner party, the host stopped eating, became visibly uncomfortable and excused himself from the table. Upon his return minutes later, he revealed that he had food stuck in his esophagus and was unable to swallow it. Four hours later, he was able to expel a piece of meat lodged in his esophagus and felt much better.
Green Files - Cancer in Animals
May 2008 Articles
Alarming rates of cancer found in pets and wildlife
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May 2008 ArticlesBhringaraj Revitalizes Hair and Turns Back the Clock
Report by Julia Woodford
In this installment of what has become a series on Ayurvedic herbs, we turn to a plant called Bhringaraj that grows wild in India and the southwestern US. In Sanskrit, the word Bhringaraj means “ruler of the hair”, a testament to its unusual ability to prevent or even reverse greying of the hair, and to aid regrowth of hair where baldness is occurring. In fact, in Ayurvedic medicine baldness is thought to be a result of excess Pitta in the head; in other words, excessive mental stimulation and worry causes the head to heat up which in turn literally burns the roots of the hair so it starts falling out. By calming and cooling the Pitta fire, the mind becomes relaxed and hair can begin to regrow.
Report by Julia Woodford
In this installment of what has become a series on Ayurvedic herbs, we turn to a plant called Bhringaraj that grows wild in India and the southwestern US. In Sanskrit, the word Bhringaraj means “ruler of the hair”, a testament to its unusual ability to prevent or even reverse greying of the hair, and to aid regrowth of hair where baldness is occurring. In fact, in Ayurvedic medicine baldness is thought to be a result of excess Pitta in the head; in other words, excessive mental stimulation and worry causes the head to heat up which in turn literally burns the roots of the hair so it starts falling out. By calming and cooling the Pitta fire, the mind becomes relaxed and hair can begin to regrow.
Book Reviews
May 2008 Articles
The Power of Kindness: The Unexpected Benefits of Leading a Compassionate Life Spring Celebration Ceremony
May 2008 Articles
By Marilyn KefferThe practice of shamanism invites us on a magical journey. It opens the door to earth-based spiritual pathways where we can connect with nature and awaken our inner knowing. It is about healing our imbalances and having more pleasure in our lives.
