Archive for the ‘Rheumatism & Arthritis’ Category
Friday, January 4th, 2008
Many people have turned to more natural methods of healing and pain relief in recent years, especially those who are disappointed with the traditional Western medicine for various reasons. Even though pharmaceutical companies are churning out more sophisticated drugs every year, there is always the danger of adverse reactions to ...
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Wednesday, December 26th, 2007
Tai Chi has been practiced in one form or another in China for many centuries. There are several different varieties, or styles, with each being found suitable for use with those who have arthritis. Its five essential forms are:
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Wednesday, December 26th, 2007
The pain of arthritis is caused by the inflammation of the joints, and in some cases by the drying of synovial fluids which cause the joint to literally rub bone on bone with minimal fluid to lubricate it. There is considerable pain involved in the more advanced cases, and often ...
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Friday, December 21st, 2007
Angelicaÿ
Other Names: Archangelica officinalis, Garden Angelica, Archangel, Masterwort.
Parts Used: The leaves, seed, and roots.
Culinary Uses:
This robust and sweet-tasting plant is best known for its use in decoration of cakes and puddings. The stem is candied and used as a confection. Angelica lessens the need for sweetener when making pies or ...
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Thursday, December 20th, 2007
The Many Types of Arthritis
Arthritis, one of the most common of all illnesses, is actually not a single disease, but includes many different conditions, each having its own course and cause. What they all have in common is that they affect the joints in the body.
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