The Great Western Disadvantage:memorization Of Linear Acupuncture Points Vs Understanding Points Fr "The points are not merely normal, each has a profound meaning" Sun Si Miao Acupuncture Points The word "point" is a linear concept; a coordinate, the intersection of two lines The Western system for recognition of the names of Acupuncture Points is distinctly different than what the Chinese student learns To the Western mind, memorization of a numbered sequence, channel by channel, and the linear points that are identified by alphanumeric codes is all that is ...

Premature Babies - Is To Early To Late If every expectant mother were to know that their baby had made plans to arrive earlier than expected then word has it that all pregnant women would be prepared and ready for the arrival of the premature baby Unfortunately the word premature means just that - earlier than expected with no guideline to times or dates We all have faith in our doctor and trust that the due dates he or she gives for the birth of our ...

Taming Trouble - Four Easy Ways To Contain Stress And Anxiety Life doesn't always go as planned Stuff happens, and things can soon build into the proverbial mountains from molehills if we let them Here are some pointers for keeping buoyant in the face of adversity 1 Get Some Perspective When problems occur, be specific about them Speak with someone you know can help you be calm and objective, or take a few minutes to write your thoughts in a journal; anything to get them outside your ...

Natural Relief For Tension Headaches Tension headaches are those dull achy headaches that often start to develop around mid-day They are often stress or anxiety induced, and are usually dealt with by taking non-prescription pain relief drugs However, recent surveys show that many of us aren't comfortable taking a tablet as soon as pain strikes and would rather be dealing with them naturally Here's a simple and effective self-help massage routine you can use to chase away tension headache pain sit up straight and place your fingertips ...

Winter Self-defence - Easy Ways To Support Your Immune System The winter months are a challenge to our health but need not be a threat Here are some easy ways to give your immune system a boost and help protect yourself from viruses and bacterial infections Get good rest Avoid burning the midnight oil and instead snuggle down with some essential oils such as lavender, which has antiviral and antibacterial properties Get outside every day Even if it's only for a few minutes, step outside and take some deep breaths, ...

Optimism, Health Longevity The health press are hot on the trail of positivity of late, as mounting evidence shows that those who live with their glass half full are living longer This could be for a variety of reasons, two of the more obvious ones being: 1 that negativity is stressful and gets us down physically as well as emotionally and 2 that the body and mind are expert at manifesting our feelings and expectations Simply put, pessimists tend not to expect to live a long and healthy life, and ...

Halitosis - A Foul Smell From Your Mouth Halitosis also known as bad breath is one of the problems which many people face It gives out a disgusting feeling when you encounters such a person with bad breath The origin of the word halitosis is derived from a Latin word Bad breath as we must have learnt in school is that, if we do not brush our teeth properly they will rot due to the bacteria Rotten food in your mouth just makes things worse But ...

Extended Wear Contact Lenses - What Are The Benefits? Contact lenses that you can put in and wear continuously for many days are the dream of many contact lens wearers No fuss about cleaning, storing , inserting or removing them -sounds convenient, doesn't it? But is it safe? Find out if extended wear contacts are right for you How do extended wear contact lenses work? Most contact lenses are daily wear - you wear them during the day and take them out for the night Lenses have ...

5 Big Reasons To Consider Using Lutein Supplements 5 Big Reasons to Consider Using Lutein What if I told you there was a nutrient that afforded a broad range of protectionfrom possibly warding off certain types of cancer, to protecing against bad cholesterol, to alleviating arthritis aches, to countering free radical damage and, most famously of all, to protecting and preserving the vision of the eyes? Such a nutrient does indeed exist, and what you've just read are 5 big reasons to consider using lutein supplements that supply an ...

Go Bra-less And Be Free From Breast Cancer The increasing rate of breast cancer has changed so many things about how an average lady should dress, eat or live It is estimated that every two minutes someone is diagnosed with breast cancer and every thirteen minutes some dies as a result of breast cancer This is an alarming record It has also been shown that breast cancer tends to be higher in cultures where bras are worn frequently compared to where bras are absent In a report ...