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Untreated Sleep Problems Compound Health Problems of Older Americans
Some 37 million older Americans suffer from frequent sleep problems that can complicate the treatment of a host of common, serious age-related medical conditions, from arthritis to diabetes, heart and lung disease and depression. Poor sleep is also associated with three other problems affecting many older adults: bodily pain, excess weight and ambulatory restrictions, such as difficulty walking or going up and down stairs.

Nutrition Detectives Probe Secrets of Vitamin A
Innovative studies are helping solve the puzzle of why vitamin A interacts in differing ways with the immune system. Vitamin A appears to aid the immune system in fighting certain infections and inflammations, yet is not helpful in the case of pneumonia. Findings from this research may lead to ways to capitalize on the ability of vitamin A-rich foods to boost the immune system.

Depression Linked to Low Folic Acid Levels
University researchers measured the blood folate levels in people having no depression and those diagnosed with major depression. They that participants with a lifetime diagnosis of depression had lower folate levels than those who had never been depressed. Results should provide greater impetus for supplementing depressed people with folate, in that folate status after a depressive episode can be very low.

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Pain Management with Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) Treatment
The issue of pain treatment is an extremely urgent health and socio-economic problem. Pain, in acute, recurrent and chronic forms, is prevalent across age, cultural background, and sex, and costs North American adults an estimated $10,000 to $15,000 per person annually. Pulsed electromagnetic fields (PEMFs) of various kinds and strengths have been found to have good results in a wide array of painful conditions. There is little risk when compared to the potential invasiveness of other therapies and the risk of toxicity, addiction and complications from medications. Clearly more research is needed to elaborate mechanisms and optimal treatment parameters. Many studies that have been reported here have been controlled trials and many have been double blind placebo. Medical practitioners are becoming gradually aware of the potential of MFs to successfully treat or significantly benefit the myriad of problems presented to them.

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Simply Well
All people need emotional stroking for a healthy, well-balanced life. In "Keep Friendship Alive" John W. Travis, M.D., M.P.H., explain how strokes, such as smiles, hugs, and loving words, confirm that you exist and that you matter, and this validation is essential to human survival.

Healthy Computing
Do you tuck the phone when you multi-task, such as searching the computer for information to answer a question? This habit of raising one shoulder and tilting your head causes excessive muscle contractions and reduces blood flow to the muscles. While using a headset is ideal, in "Hold the Phone" Erik Peper, Ph.D. and Katherine Hughes Gibney give you helpful alternative solutions.

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Understanding Homeopathy
Homeopathic medicines are often effective in treating the average case of mumps, and help reduce the chances of complications. In "Mumps" Dana Ullman, M.P.H. outlines common symptoms related to mumps, and suggests the appropriate homeopathic remedy for each.

Healthy Alternatives
According to traditional Chinese medicine, a form of bodily energy called chi is generated in internal organs and circulates throughout the body, forming paths near the surface of the skin called meridians. In "Basic Explanation of the Electrodermal Screening Test and the Concepts of Bio-Energetic Medicine" the American Association of Acupuncture and Bio-Energetic Medicine interweaves the concepts with the uses of the testing equipment. They demonstrate how to integrate conventional medicine with energy medicine's ability to monitor the function of the whole body.

Healthy Child
"Acne" by David L. Hoffmann B.Sc. (Hons), M.N.I.M.H. addresses this common problem that is a potentially disfiguring skin disease. Unfortunately, it often affects those in an emotionally vulnerable stage of life - adolescence. He lists actions indicated for the processes behind this disease and specific herbal remedies, diet and hygiene recommendations to support healing.

Find an Alternative Healthcare Professional
The Professional Referral Network contains searchable directories for 20 leading professional associations in complementary and integrative health care, with over 17,000 professionals. Looking for a healthcare professional specializing in homeopathy? The Homeopathy section includes the Council for Homeopathic Certification and Homeopathic Academy of Naturopathic Physicians member databases.

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Nutrition Tips
In "Red Meats" Elson M. Haas M.D. acknowledges that the "red meats" are probably the most controversial of the food categories. It is very clear that an excess of meat in the diet can cause all kinds of problems, but many doctors recommend red meats as a good source for protein and iron. Dr. Haas covers beef, pork and lamb, and offers ten principles for using meat in the diet.

FABULOUS FUNCTIONAL FOODS
Do you have trouble finding recipes to match special dietary needs? Danish chef Oscar Umahro Cadogan offers you gourmet dishes with healthy ingredients. His tasty recipes are highly nourishing and healing, and omit many of the items troublesome for people with allergies and other restrictive conditions. Try his "Poached Salmon with Blanched Leeks and Baked Sweet Potatoes and Beets."

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The Healer Within
The self-applied health enhancement methods movements are meant to be the seeds of your own inventiveness. In "Gentle Movements and Postures, Part II" Dr. Roger Jahnke reminds you not to sabotage your mastery by thinking they must be done a certain way. Make it up, make it fun, spread the word. Learn from others, add favorites, steal from the masters; they are always willing to share. Bring the breath and relaxation practices together with the effort of the movements, that is the balance. When you have made contact with the extent to which gentle movement has a profound health effect, you have become a part of the solution to the medical crisis.

Mind/Body Health
Your spiritual nature is a psychological fact. It is the real and transformative force that empowers your life. In "Psychospiritual Integration" Jacquelyn Small L.C.S.W. explores the blending of our human/spiritual natures.

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Featured Natural Medicine School
Southeastern School of Neuromuscular and Massage Therapy has locations in Jacksonville, FL, Charleston, SC, Columbia, SC, Greenville, SC and Charlotte, NC. Southeastern graduates have a clear and concise understanding of human anatomy and physiology, palpatory anatomy, and the proper use and applications of therapeutic massage techniques. For more information: schools.naturalhealers.com/sejacksonville/

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Comprehensive Cancer Care
Integrating Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Washington, DC USA
April 9-13, 2003
Contact: Center for Mind Body Medicine - 202-966-7338

Sedona Spring Purification & Wellness Retreat with Dr. Elson Haas
Sedona, AZ USA
April 9-14, 2003
Contact: Wellness Tours - 800 231-9811

29th Annual Conference of the National Center for Homeopathy
Philadelphia, PA USA
April 10-15, 2003
Contact: National Center for Homeopathy - 877-624-0613

Tenth Annual AOMA Conference & Expo
Tampa, FL USA
May 2-5, 2003
Contact: Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Alliance - 800-814-5956

ACAM Spring Conference
Cancer: Complementary & Conventional Approaches to Prevention & Treatment
Washington, DC USA
May 16-18, 2003
Contact: American College for Advancement in Medicine - 800-532-3688

10th International Symposium on Functional Medicine
Tucson, AZ USA
May 21-25, 2003
Contact: The Institute for Functional Medicine - 800-228-0622

Botanical Medicine in Modern Clinical Practice
New York, NY USA
June 9-13, 2002
Contact: Columbia University/Rosenthal Center for Complementary & Alternative Medicine - 212-342-0101

Clinical Training in Mind/Body Medicine
Boston, MA USA
June 23-27, 2003
Contact: Harvard Medical School and the Mind/Body Medical Institute - 617-384-8600

National Nutritional Foods Association
Las Vegas, NV USA
June 27-29, 2003
Contact: National Nutritional Foods Association - 800-966-6632

SynchroDestiny Seminar with Drs. Deepak Chopra and David Simon
At the La Costa Resort & Spa
La Costa, CA USA
December 3-9, 2003
Contact: The Chopra Center - 888-424-6772