Alternative Health News

Homeopathy Awareness Week 14th – 21st June 2008

Posted under Homeopathy - Jun 13th, 08 - No Comments

Across the UK homeopaths are preparing for the annual Homeopathy Awareness Week which runs from 14th to 21st June 2008.  The event is in its eighth year and is spearheaded by the Society of Homeopaths.  The Society of Homeopaths is the largest register of qualified and experienced homeopaths in the UK.  They offer a wealth [...]

Alternative Therapies for Migraine

Posted under Body Alignment, Herbalism - Jun 9th, 08 - No Comments

If you are a long term sufferer of migraine you will have no doubt addressed issues in your diet to eliminate any food triggers.  Nutritional deficiencies can be at the root of many attacks so you will have introduced essential fatty acids such as flaxseed, evening primrose oil and oily fish to your diet and [...]

Quiet Contemplation

Posted under Meditation - Jun 6th, 08 - No Comments

When you think of meditation the first thing that may spring to mind is someone sitting crossed legged, eyes closed chanting ‘ohm’.  However there’s a lot more to meditation than you might think and it is widely believed that practicing meditation techniques regularly is one of the single most important things you can do to [...]

A Biblical Scent

Posted under Aromatherapy - Jun 4th, 08 - No Comments

Cistus (Cistus ladanifer), otherwise known as Labadanum is referred to through out the Bible as the Rose of Sharon.  It is also mentioned as the ‘rock rose’ and appears in the Bible up to four times depending on the translation. 
 ”I am a rose of Sharon, a lily of the valleys.” Song of Solomon 2:1
In biblical [...]

Ginseng Energiser

Posted under Herbalism - Jun 2nd, 08 - No Comments

If your energy levels have hit rock bottom you can find it hard to take any pleasure in life.  Daily activities can feel like an up hill battle and even basic routines can feel overwhelming.  There are many reasons for a reduction in energy levels but the number one cause is stress.