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Natural Medicine Feature Writer: Victoria Anisman-Reiner

We specialize in answers to your questions about energy work, aromatherapy oils, traditional healing practices, homeopathy and holistic nutrition.

What are antioxidants? Is a vegetarian diet good for you? What kind of everyday superfoods can I rely on to protect immunity?

Read on for information about energy healing, Chinese, Ayurvedic, and Native American medicine, pure essential oil safety, secrets to thyroid health, how much water you should be drinking, and more.

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Feature Writer Articles in Natural Medicine

Are Fish Oil Omega Supplements Safe?
Health experts reconsider whether fish oil supplements are safe thanks to a lawsuit that suggests even the best fish oil may be contaminated with environmental toxins.
Bee Pollen Health Benefits
Bee pollen is known for its high level of vitamins, many nutrition benefits, and is said to improve energy, increase exercise stamina, and boost weight loss and immunity.
Lead Poisoning in Children and Adults
Lead poisoning symptoms can be serious if left unchecked, but there are simple ways to avoid lead exposure and to treat it naturally, if heavy metal poisoning does occur.
Combat Cancer Fatigue and Stress Naturally
Chemotherapy and cancer treatments ravage the body's stamina and strength, but the following natural tips can help to boost energy, restoring vitality to cancer patients.
Rosacea Natural Treatments with Aromatherapy
Facial redness and rosacea acne may be impossible to completely cure, but herbal essential oils provide a safe, natural way to treat rosacea without medication or surgery


Contributing Articles in Natural Medicine

Chamomile Tea to Prevent Diabetes Complications
Chamomile tea has been used down through the ages as a natural remedy for anxiety and insomnia. Can it help diabetics too?
Five Natural Remedies for Insomnia
Don't let insomnia prevent you from getting a much needed good night's rest. Take a leaf out of Mother Nature's book and fight back with these home-spun natural remedies.
Benefits of Dry Skin Brushing
Incorporating a pre-shower dry-skin brushing routine will help to soften and smooth the skin while increasing the circulation of blood and moving lymph through the body.
How to Blend Essential Oil
Aromatherapy is compatible with conventional medicine but certain guidelines and precautions should be followed.
What Does Certified Naturally Grown Mean?
Organic food standards are still met but small farms don't face the level of paperwork and expense that the USDA requires. Consumers are assured of quality products.
Vitamin D, Weight Loss, and Obesity
Evidence suggest adequate levels of vitamin D may improve success with weight management programs and lower incidence of obesity in some.
Nature's Touch
Mother Nature knows best how to heal the body and calm the mind. All one needs to do to get physically and mentally rejuvenated is to spend some time with her, with love.
Foods to Reduce Acute and Chronic Inflammation
Who benefits from an anti-inflammatory diet? Everyone. Both people with acute inflammation and those with chronic conditions can reduce symptoms and prevent disease.
Carrier Oils for Use in Aromatherapy
Create therapeutic blends using vegetable based carrier oils and essential oils. These blends can be used for massage or in other aromatherapy methods.
Natural Cosmetics
The market for natural personal care products has persevered through the recession posting strong double-digit gains around the world.
Aromatherapy for Children
Children are naturally more receptive to new ideas than adults, so introducing aromatherapy at a young age may just open up a life time of natural healing!
Catnip Herb
Catnip is a popular medicinal herb known for its use as a digestive aid and mild sedative in humans and an intoxicant to cats.
The Most Important Medicinal Herb in the World
Sweet wormwood is a medicinal herb with huge international interest due to its substantiated antimalarial properties.
Are You Thirsty?
Hydrating your body properly can boost your immune system improve your general health and decrease your appetite.
Four PMS Herbal Supplements That Work
PMS affects around eighty percent of women and can significantly interfere with all aspects of their life. Here are four herbal treatments that offer premenstrual relief.

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