Alternative Medicine Articles

Liver Disorders: Induced by Drug Use & Abuse - Posted by Lena Butler.

Liver is a large reddish-brown glandular organ located in the upper right portion of the abdominal cavity behind the rib cage. It secretes bile and functions in metabolism of proteins, carbohydrates and fats.

Erectile Dysfunction: When Drugs Cause Impotency - Posted by Lena Butler.

Erectile dysfunction is defined as the inability to achieve and maintain penile erection sufficient to permit satisfactory sexual intercourse. Testosterone is necessary for normal sexual arousal and in men testosterone deficiency is associated with impotence.

Physiological Effects Caused by Inhalants Abuse - Posted by Lena Butler.

Inhalant abuse refers to the inhalation of fumes, vapors or gases to produce a mood altering effect or euphoria. Due to their non-invasive nature and inherent ease of use, an increasing number of teenagers and young adults are turning to inhalants for drug abuse.

Dangers of Common Household Products: Inhalants & Their Abuse - Posted by Lena Butler.

Inhalants are the volatile substances which produce chemical vapors that can be inhaled to produce a desired effect which may or may not be pharmacological in nature.

Causes and Effects of Xanax Abuse by Mid-School Kids - Posted by Lena Butler.

Xanax is prescription tranquilizer which depresses the nervous system in a way similar to alcohol. It is also known as Alprazolam & is a part of the class of drugs called benzodiazepines, more commonly referred to as Benzos.

Home Remedies and Herbal Medicines for Constipation - Posted by Maddy.

Get moving to get things moving. Exercise stimulates peristalsis.

Complementary and Alternative Treatments for Diverticulitis - Posted by Maddy.

Some people develop multiple small pouches in the lining of their intestines (usually in the colon), that protrude through the muscle of the intestinal wall.

The Ultimate Detox Bath - Posted by Elizabeth Boardman.

In alternative medicine, toxins are those substances that produce ill-health or sickness to the human body. They can be found anywhere and are often referring to as substances like pesticides on food items, preservatives, and other artificial additives. When these toxins are absorbed by the body, it will result in damage to the body.

Salts Uses Around The World - Posted by Elizabeth Boardman.

Bath salts in Europe are gathered from the waters of the Mediterranean Sea. Salt is dispersed into a dazzling white appearance, exposed to the sun and air coming from the ocean. European bath salts are popular for their healing and therapeutic contents.

The Benefits of Bath Salts - Posted by Elizabeth Boardman.

Using bath salts augments the salt in the bath water. This helps lessen the bacteria that's on your skin. It can also allow the body to remove the excess dead skin faster and protect the skin from illnesses, while helping the skin become softer and making it healthier. So, with all the things present in your bath, bath salts actually do a whole lot of good and you probably want to include it.