Holistic Health & Alternative Medicine

For thousands of years shamans and healers around the world have been treating illnesses without the use of invasive surgery or drug cocktails. Indeed, much of modern medicine can be seen as expensive and sometimes damaging methods for treating what are often easily curable ailments. Why risk dangerous side effects and complications when there are alternatives? Below are several examples of holistic and alternative medicinal practices that can be used to cure or prevent illnesses without the use of pharmaceuticals.

Acupuncture: A description of acupuncture and a list of different acupuncture techniques.

Alexander Technique: How to decrease back problems with proper posture.

Aromatherapy: A history of aromatherapy, including applicable medical conditions.

Art Therapy: A list of links on the many applications of art therapy as well as art therapy organizations around the world.

Breathwork: Breathing techniques to calm mind and body.

Chromotherapy: A description of chromotherapy, the use of colored lights as a healing tool.

Cupping: A description of the ancient Chinese technique used to encourage blood flow-- helpful for respiratory illness.

Exercise: A list of the medical benefits of regular exercise.

Feng Shui: An introduction to feng shui, including links which teach how to increase energy flow at work and at home.

Float Tanks: An explanation of the benefits of sensory deprivation, and the science behind float tanks.

Gemstone Therapy: A list of different types of gemstones and the types of healing they perform.

Herbal Remedies: A comprehensive explanation of herbal remedies, including information on the top ten most commonly used herbs.

Homeopathy: A glossary of commonly terms used in the practice of homeopathy.

Hypnotherapy: Hypnosis as a treatment for behavioral problems and chronic illnesses. Includes links for finding nearby hypnotherapists.

Johrei: An introduction to Johrei, the amplification of energy in the body-- helpful in dissolving bodily toxins and harmful thoughts.

Light Therapy: A Q&A on light therapy, a powerful tool in the treatment of Seasonal Affective Disorder.

Magnetic Therapy: A list of links on magnetic therapy for different ailments.

Martial Arts and Qigong: Information and history on different types of martial arts, including instructions on how to practice qigong.

Massage: A thorough introduction to massage therapy, including scientific research data and a list of certifications given to massage therapists.

Meditation: A guide for those interested in meditation-- including different types of meditation, the medical benefits, and tips for practicing on one's own.

Megavitamin Therapy: An extensive list of different types of vitamins, the role each vitamin plays in the body, and a list of natural sources for each vitamin.

Moxibustion: Information on the ancient Chinese technique of moxibustion-- including different ailments which can be treated by moxibustion.

Music Therapy: An FAQ on music therapy, the use of music to increase emotional, physical and social well-being. Includes information on insurance.

Organic Food: A collection of scientific articles and studies on the health benefits of organic foods.

Osteopathy: Information on osteopathy, the healing of diseases through the treatment of the musculoskeletal system.

Psychosynthesis: An beginner's guide to psychosynthesis, a powerful practice for integrating one's psyche and achieving one's potential.

Psychotherapy: A list of different schools of psychotherapy, including the the main philosophies behind each method.

Reiki: An introduction into the ancient Japanese art of reiki, the manipulation of energy fields for healing.

Tai Chi: An article on the benefits of tai chi in combating arthritis.

Yoga: A collection of different yoga postures-- including pictures and instructions.