Alternative Health

Fighting Disease with Food Reported June 17, 2008 BALTIMORE, M.D. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- The saying, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away,” has been ingrained in our minds since childhood, but is there any truth to the age old adage? Experts say sometimes food actually is the best medicine, and can even fight off deadly disease. Virtually every disease … [Read more...]

Beating the Odds: Prayer (Part 3 of 3)   Reported February 10, 2006 ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- Research shows more than half of Americans pray for their health. But the age-old debate over religion and science rages on in the medical world. Should we be spending money on clinical trials that … [Read more...]

Taping Injuries Reported August 20, 2009 TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- There's a new type of tape in town. Volleyball player Kerri Walsh sported it at the Olympics. In his new book, champion cyclist Lance Armstrong swears by it. But Kinesio tape isn't just for professional athletes. The elastic woven material is also helping patients in … [Read more...]

Spending time in the sun may help prevent multiple sclerosis (MS), according to the results of a recent twin study. Because they share the same genes, experts say identical twins stand an equal chance of contracting certain diseases like multiple sclerosis. But what happens when one twin contracts MS and the other does not? This question drove researchers at the University … [Read more...]

Thyroid Problems Common in CKD Patients Reported June 16, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) may be at risk for hypothyroidism and problems that come with it. Subclinical hypothyroidism takes place when blood tests reveal a reduction in thyroid hormone levels, but the patient shows no symptoms of the problem. Researchers … [Read more...]

Vitamin B12 Good for Older Brains Reported September 15, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Senior citizens interested in hanging on to their brain power may want to increase the amount of meat, fish and milk in their diets. According to researchers from the United Kingdom, eating these and other foods rich in vitamin B12 protect against the loss of brain volume … [Read more...]

Breakthrough Coma Reversal with GlueOctober 03, 2007 LOS ANGELES (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- If anyone can find beauty on a busy Los Angeles street, it's Algis Bliudzius. He savors life more … since the day he almost lost it. "He gave me the last rites, and he blessed me, and I kissed his hand, and he left, and I felt pretty good about it," Bliudzius … [Read more...]

Painkillers Damage Intestine, U.S. Expert Says WASHINGTON (Reuters) - More than 70 percent of patients who took painkillers such as ibuprofen for more than three months suffered damage to their small intestines, U.S. researchers reported on Monday. The study is yet another blow to patients trying to find ways … [Read more...]

A Spot of Tea for Your MemoryReported August 08, 2007 ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A few cups of coffee or tea not only give your body a pick me up, but they may improve a woman's memory as well. Text Continues Below Women age 65 and older who drink more than three cups of coffee -- or five to six cups of tea -- every day have less decline on memory tests than women … [Read more...]

Improve Your Computer Vision Reported April 8, 2008 HOUSTON, Texas (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Tens of millions of people spend four to eight hours in front of a computer every day, and it's only going to get worse! All that time can have an impact on your eyesight. If you are one of these people, you may suffer from a syndrome you don't even realize you … [Read more...]

Herbal Remedies for Arthritis Patients -- A Deadly Mix? Reported April 14, 2005 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Taking herbal or over-the-counter remedies in combination with prescription medications for arthritis can be dangerous. United Kingdom researchers conducted a study to help understand the prevalence of … [Read more...]

Fruit Flies Help Treat Brain Damage Reported December 03, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Fruit flies may help lead to a new treatment for children with brain-damaging disorders. Researchers from Johns Hopkins University genetically modified flies to exhibit symptoms of mucolipidosis type IV (ML4) -- a disease where nerve cells die in the brain and elsewhere. … [Read more...]

Fat Removal Doesn’t Work on Cellulite Reported November 13, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- If you’re spending big bucks on new creams and devices to get rid of your cellulite, you may want to take a second look at recent research. Doctors say treatments that work on fat won’t do the trick on its more visible counterpart. Research shows noninvasive treatments … [Read more...]

Robotic Therapy Tiles: Playing Your Way to Health November 12, 2007 Patients recovering from surgery or injuries may soon be able to physically play their way to a full recovery with intelligent robotic systems that generate specialized games to challenge the human body's abilities. Henrik Hautop Lund, a robotics and artificial-intelligence … [Read more...]

Big Breakfast Helps Weight Loss Reported June 24, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – You’ve heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Now piling an extra helping on your plate may actually help trim your waistline. New research from Venezuela and Virginia Commonwealth University shows eating a big breakfast filled with carbohydrates and … [Read more...]

Tango for Parkinson's Reported April 15, 2008 ST. LOUIS, Mo. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Almost one and a half million Americans suffer from Parkinson's disease. It's a neurological disorder best known for its symptoms: tremors and a lack of balance. Now, a new study is showing how a popular dance may help patients fight some of the effects. Dancing is what … [Read more...]

Therapy Stops Suicide Attempts  Reported August 3, 2005 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Patients at risk for repeat suicide attempts may benefit from cognitive therapy. A new study shows those treated with the therapy were 50 percent less likely to attempt suicide again at 18 months. Previous research conducted in 2002 shows those who attempted suicide in the past were as much as … [Read more...]

Toxic Amounts of Metals Found in Herbals Reported December 15, 2004 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- An analysis of a sample of Ayurvedic herbal medicine products (HMPs) found that 20 percent had toxic levels of metals like lead, mercury and arsenic if they were taken as directed.   Ayurveda is a medical system that originated in India more … [Read more...]

Centenarian SecretsNovember 09, 2007 BOSTON (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Right now, there are 55,000 people in the United States who are 100 years old or older. In fact, people older than 100 are the fastest-growing age group in the United States. How do they defy death? What are the secrets of longevity? Frank Di Paolo junior is 100 years old. "I … [Read more...]

Acupuncture Study on Stop Smoking (Smoking Cessation) Reported July 02, 2008 North Lima, OH, July 02, 2008 --(PR.com)-- Acupuncture for Stop Smoking- Now that everyone has successfully entered the 21st century, several people are becoming more and more health conscious. With this, more and more people are looking for a better and faster way to quit … [Read more...]

Study suggests antidepressants may be beneficial for stroke victims Reported May 27, 2008 CHICAGO - Doctors may want to give stroke victims antidepressants right away instead of waiting until they develop depression, a common complication, new research suggests. The findings may lead to an expanded use for antidepressants. Someday high-risk people like stroke patients … [Read more...]

Physical Activity and Obesity among Premenopausal Women01 Dec 2004 Women who are approaching or at menopause and are at risk for obesity and heart disease can benefit from increasing their levels of physical activity, according to researchers at Kansas State University. The researchers looked at relationships between physical activity and obesity in 1,004 … [Read more...]

Hypnosis Helps Unexplained Chest Pain Reported September 28, 2006  (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- You've been to the doctor and had all the tests. But no one can tell you why you're experiencing chest pains. If that sounds like you, then hypnosis might help. A new study conducted by British researchers reveals … [Read more...]

Herbal Medicines for Menopause? Reported January 16, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Treating menopausal symptoms with herbal remedies could be a waste of time and money. A new article in the Drug and Therapies Bulletin (DTB) says there is no strong evidence either way for several herbal medicines taken to relieve troublesome menopausal symptoms. Herbal … [Read more...]

Shockwave Therapy Shows Promise for ED Reported November 17, 2009 LYON, FRANCE (Reuters Health) - It sounds painful, but shockwave therapy may be an effective treatment for men who suffer from erectile dysfunction (ED), according to a small study showcased here at the European Society for Sexual Medicine. Focused shockwaves, generated by a special machine, is an … [Read more...]

New test for heart surgery patients Researchers in Aberdeen have launched a study to see whether a new blood test can better predict the outcome for patients facing heart surgery.  Cardiac surgery is very commonly performed in the UK and is associated with a small risk to the patient. Usually the benefits very much outweigh the risks that … [Read more...]

Crossing the Border: The Cost of Care Reported February 05, 2008 BRONX, N.Y. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- One in seven Americans don't have health insurance -- where do you go for help? Many are headed overseas for surgery. Traveling for health care that's not available, accessible, affordable or acceptable in the United States is a growing … [Read more...]

Taking Organ Removal to New PlacesSeptember 18, 2007 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Doctors are going to new lengths to eliminate scars from organ removal procedures. Visible scars are becoming a thing of the past as surgeons get creative. French surgeons recently removed a woman's gallbladder through her vagina, leaving no outward scarring. "Whenever … [Read more...]

Water Aerobics and Pregnancy Reported November 24, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Pregnant mothers who take water aerobics classes during pregnancy may reduce their need for pain medication during labor. A team of researchers from at the University of Campinas (UNICAMP), Sao Paulo, Brazil, investigated the effects of water aerobics classes on a group of 71 … [Read more...]

Sexual Chemistry: Boost Your Drive! (Part 3 of 3) Reported November 7, 2005    ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- Research shows up to 60 percent of men and up to 40 percent of women suffer from some type of sexual dysfunction. For thousands of years, people have searched for aphrodisiacs to boost desire, and here's more on eight natural alternatives. Chances are if … [Read more...]