MOVIES THAT INSPIRE, HEAL AND TRANSFORM

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ADHD: Eli Lilly's Strattera - Swedish Test Disastrous
An FDA advisory panel recently recommended that stimulant drugs, such as Ritalin, prescribed for Attention Deficit (ADHD) should carry strong warnings after reports of strokes and heart problems, including 25 sudden deaths, surfaced. A study in Sweden to support approval of the antidepressant Strattera for wide use had failed miserably.

Debate In Organic Community Over Factory Dairy Farms Being Allowed To Label Their Products As USDA Organic
A group which rates organic dairy brands based on their adherence to accepted ethical practices and conduct, filed complaints with the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) about serious breaches by a handful of large industrial-scale dairy operations, asking for these farms to be investigated. Even though there have been numerous meetings and thousands of letters and e-mails from organic farmers and consumers requesting that the USDA clamp down on these factory farms, as well as surveys indicating overwhelming support from organic dairy farmers for enforcement actions against those who are scoffing at federal organic law, the USDA have done nothing to date

Citizens Of The World Wake Up! - We Are Passing The 'Tipping Point
A crucial global warming "tipping point" for the Earth has already been passed, with devastating consequences. Research reveals that the accumulation of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere has now crossed a threshold, set down by scientists from around the world at a conference in Britain last year, beyond which really dangerous climate change is likely to be unstoppable. Governments must stop talking and start spending. We already have the technology to allow us to meet our growing need for energy while keeping a stable climate. We must deploy it now.

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OLA LOA - A NUTRITIONAL BREAKTHROUGH

Ola Loa Energy is an effervescent, great tasting multi-vitamin vitamin powder that provides quick recovery from stress, sports and the rigors of daily life, with all the natural energy boosters and a doctor's selection of strategic nutrients providing greater absorption. Designed by renowned nutrition pioneer, Richard A. Kunin, M.D., Ola Loa is so gentle on the body it can be taken anytime.

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CONTINUING OUR 12-STAGE JOURNEY TO WELLNESS
This week our journey focuses on the power of TRANSCENDING, the 12th of 12 keys to wellness drawn from the Wellness Inventory whole person assessment program. The final form of energy in the wellness energy system is a subtle one that has only recently been given scientific credence. It is the realm of the transcendent or the spiritual (a word that's only now becoming acceptable in everyday speech). The human ability to transcend ordinary consciousness is actually an age-old gift that opens mind and heart to the potential of love, and to the miracle and magnificence of the moment, so often forgotten in the daily grind of our busy lives.

Staying Healthly Tips
Our problem with sweets comes from the frequency with which we eat them, and the quantity of sugar we consume. In "10 Tips For Wise Sugar Use" Elson M. Haas, M.D. offers tips for being sensible and making wise choices.

STOP FEAR & ANXIETY WITH THE SEDONA METHOD

Learn to eliminate stress, tension, fear, anxiety, depression, anger and grief with the renowned Sedona Method. Create more wealth, improved relationships, health & happiness in your life. Validated and proven effective by a Harvard Medical School study, the benefits of the Sedona Method have been experienced by more than 40,000 people throughout the world over the past 27 years.

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From Fatigued to Fantastic
Although most people get an occasional headache, as many as 45 million Americans get them on a regular basis. In "Tension Headaches" Jacob Teitelbaum, M.D. addresses the type of headache that accounts for about three quarters of all headaches. His tips suggest ways to make the headaches go away and stay away.

Healthy Alternatives
Homeopathic remedies are prepared by a process of serial dilution and shaking known as potentization. The more homeopathic remedies are diluted and shaken, the stronger their action becomes. In "The Unique Preparation Of Homeopathic Medicines" Judyth Reichenberg-Ullman, N.D., M.S.W., DHANP explains the various unique steps and how dosages are defined.

Dr. Christine Horner's Natural Secrets for Breast Health
Asia has far lower rates of cancer than the United States does, and researchers think that eating a lot of soy may be one of the reasons. In "Breast Health Tip #18: Soy" Christine Horner, M.D., F.A.C.S talks about substances in soy that are active against breast cancer and why some soys are better than others.

Healthy Child
Should young childen get chicken pox, it is vital to prevent them from the scratching that could cause the complications of secondary infections. In "Chicken Pox (Varicella)" David L. Hoffmann, B.Sc. (Hons), M.N.I.M.H. offers herbal options to use when the condition's blisters cause intense itching.

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 bodywork? The Bodywork and Somatic Therapies section includes the American Organization for Bodywork Therapies of Asia, Hellerwork International, and The Trager Institute member databases.

Healthy Bookstore - The Fat Resistance Diet

No more counting carbs, calories, or fat grams! This revolutionary diet plan works with your hormones to curb your appetite, boost your metabolism, take weight off—and never put it on again. In The Fat Resistance Diet: Unlock the Secret of the Hormone Leptin to Eliminate Cravings, Supercharge Your Metabolism, Fight Inflammation, Lose Weight & Reprogram Your Body to Stay Thin" Leo Galland, M.D. offers cutting-edge scientific research that shows that losing weight is not about carbs, calories, or even willpower—it's about a hormone called leptin and how it functions in your body. Leptin is your body's natural weight-loss mechanism: it curbs your appetite and jump-starts your metabolism. And when those hormones are working properly, they make you literally fat resistant! You will lose weight effortlessly and efficiently, and never gain those pounds back.

Nutrition Tips
In the United States more than four billion chickens are consumed each year; that is more than fifty pounds per person. The next most common bird is turkey, which has been associated with holiday celebrations and feasts. In "Poultry and Eggs" Elson M. Haas, M.D. covers the nutritional value, calories, and cooking options, plus benefits of finding the more "natural" or "organic" chickens and eggs for consumption.

Fabulous Functional Foods
Danish chef Oscar Umahro Cadogan has created a lovely "Garlic, Miso and Parsley Soup" that will do as a small meal or as an appetizer. It goes very well with steamed fish or dense bread made from whole flour, and can also be served cold. Garlic, chili, and fennel seeds bring warmth to the soup and your body, making it perfect for cold fall and winter days.

ZENMED THREE STEP SKIN CARE SYSTEM

The ZENMED Three Step system is designed to heal and rejuvenate your skin. Exfoliate old skin, gently wash, then nourish - for a treatment that only an exclusive spa could provide. Tapping into Nature's wisdom, ZENMED has now perfected the purest blend of all-natural plant and root extracts and designed the optimum transdermal delivery system to cleanse, heal and protect your skin. In minutes, you will have the freshest most luminous skin possible! The 3-Step Skin Care System will turn back the hands of time and peel back the layers to reveal the REAL YOU.

Mind/Body Health
When it comes to health, the best thing is not to get angry in the first place. Once triggered, however, is it better to argue, shout, and bang your fists - or silently seethe? In "Healthy Anger: Let It Out or Keep It In?" David S. Sobel, M.D. presents practical answers.

Spiritual Wellness
If you've ever dealt with pain over a prolonged period of time, you will have noted that it varies in intensity depending on a number of factors. Some of these are things you can influence, such as your mood, attitude, perceptions, relationships and other circumstances. In "Dealing Spiritually With Pain" Philip Goldberg covers several ways to understand the impact of spirituality on pain.

DR. ANDREW WEIL'S MIND-BODY TOOL KIT

The evidence is overwhelming: you can tap the power of your mind to directly influence your health, using clinically proven tools that anyone can master. With Dr. Andrew Weil's Mind-Body Tool Kit, listeners join the best-selling author along with three renowned colleagues and friends - all leading specialists in alternative medicine - to experience a potent prescription of self-healing practices. /font>

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HEALTH PRACTITIONERS & LIFE COACHES -
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The Wellness Inventory may be your answer.

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International Complementary & Natural Healthcare Conference and Expo

Nutritional Medicine Sourcebooks and Textbooks

Botanical Medicine Sourcebooks & Textbooks

What Doctor's Don't Tell You (newsletter)

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HEALTHY SHOPPING - PRODUCTS & SERVICES FOR HEALTHY LIVING

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HEALTHY SHOPPING NETWORK
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American Botanical Council (Botanical Medicine Tests) -
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Aquasana (Home Water Filtration Systems) -
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Bookstore (Health and Wellness) -
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ChildLife (Nutrition for Kids) -
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Here, There & Beyond (Essential Oils) -
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Inner Peace Music (Steven Halpern) -
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MigraSpray (Natural Migraine Relief) -
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Natur-Leaf (Anti-Aging Products) -
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Nutraceutics (Anti-Aging, Women's Health) -
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Ola Loa (Drink Your Vitamins) -
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PainDefense (Joint & Muscles Formula) -
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Remo HealthRHYTHMS (Drumming for Wellness) -
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Sounds True (Audios - Wisdom for the Inner Life) -
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Sun Salutations (Yoga Accessories) HealthyShopping.com/Yoga
SweetLeaf (Stevia-Natural Sweetener) -
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Teeccino (Caffeine-Free Herbal Coffee) -
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Third Line Press (Nutritional Medicine CD) -
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GLOBAL HEALTH CALENDAR

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Intuitive Healing Course for Health Professionals
With Judith Orloff, M.D.
Los Angeles, CA USA
March 2-5, 2006
Contact: Institute of Noetic Sciences - 310-277-7007

The International Complementary and Natural Healthcare Conference and Expo
New York, NY USA
March 3-5, 2006
Contact: Diversified Business Communications - 203-656-2001

2006 NCH Annual Conference
San Jose, CA USA
April 7-11, 2006
Contact: National Center for Homeopathy - 877-624-0613

13th International Symposium on Functional Medicine
Managing Biotransformation: The Metabolic, Genomic and Detoxification Balance Points
Tampa, FL USA
April 19-22, 2006
Contact: Institute for Functional Medicine - 800-228-0622

Lohas Forum
Los Angeles, CA USA
April 26-28, 2006
Contact: LOHAS Forum - 303-222-8263

AOMAlliance 13th Annual Conference and Expo
Keystone, CO USA
May 3-10, 2006
Contact: Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Alliance - 253-851-6896

2006 NHWPC - National Health Wellness and Prevention Congress
San Francisco, CA USA
May 8-10, 2006
Contact: Transmarx, LLC - 804-266-8122

2006 CDHCC - Consumer Directed Health Care Conference
San Francisco, CA USA
May 8-10, 2006 
Contact: Transmarx, LLC - 804-266-7422

For more leading health events visit www.healthcalendar.com

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