Reflexology is a certain type of alternative treatment that many people choose to undergo in order to help them to feel better from suffering from many different symptoms. It is quite unique in terms of its methodology; reflexology is often performed by a practitioner who massages certain areas of the feet and the hands in [...]

Diverticulitis is a condition in which diverticula are perforated, infected and inflamed.  Diverticula are pea or grape sized protrusions in the intestinal wall.  What causes this disease, like most others, is unknown.  However, it is known that smoking, a poor diet and stress worsen symptoms.  It is a condition that often goes undetected for many [...]

Like any endeavor, building a business takes time.  Moreover, it can be a bumpy road.  However, in a growing field such as reflexology, you definitely have time on your side.  Reflexology has certainly found its place in the world of complimentary medicine.  Like no other time in history, people are diligently seeking alternative medical treatments.  [...]

Reflexology is a type of complementary therapy technique that can be useful when it comes to treating a range of symptoms from pain management problems to diabetic issues. Not many people know very much about the treatment, however, so in this article, we’ll be giving you a run-down of some of the basic terminology that [...]

There are many kinds of massage techniques that can help you control and alleviate pain in the body.  To me, all of which are better options than drugs and surgery. Deep Tissue Massage Deep tissue massage is used to release chronic muscular tension.  It is applied with greater pressure and on deeper muscles than classic [...]

With all of the different types of alternative medical treatments that are out there, it can be difficult to separate the wheat from the chaff. There are some types of alternative treatments that can easily be dismissed as pseudoscience, with no real positive effect on the human body. Other types of treatments, however, may seem [...]

Those who practice reflexology professionally are known as therapists, or reflexologists. They prefer to treat the patient instead of the disease. They do need to have sound background knowledge of the human anatomy and the physiology of the most common of diseases and disorders. A good therapist has the ability to have empathy for the [...]

There are many reasons for memory loss.  One of the primary reasons is an insufficient supply of necessary nutrients to the brain, especially the B vitamins and amino acids.  In addition, the brain depends on substances called neurotransmitters.  Neurotransmitters are brain chemicals that act like electrical switches in the brain and throughout the nervous system.  [...]

The kidneys are one of the four organs in our body responsible for eliminating waste products and built up toxins.   When kidney stones, heavy metal build up, and solvents get into our bodies they compromise our kidneys.  As do things like pesticides and aflatoxins.  One of the most beneficial things we can do to prevent [...]

Reflexology is a type of alternative treatment that is attracting more and more attention as of late. While it has been practiced in Asia for centuries, reflexology was brought to America in the early twentieth century. More and more people are beginning to realize the benefits of the therapy, as studies continue to show how [...]