(Natural News) Clinical trials have shown the ability of reiki — a Japanese healing practice — to provide pain relief. According to the Center for Reiki Research (CRR), a pilot study was conducted to measure the effects of reiki on 46 patients undergoing knee replacement surgery. The participants were divided into three groups: one received reiki treatment, the […]

(Natural News) Mental health forms an important aspect of a person’s overall well-being. To boost mental health, people often employ various practices such as yoga and meditation. An effective addition to a person’s mental health arsenal is neurofeedback therapy – a novel method that involves training your brain to help you relax and focus. What is neurofeedback therapy? Neurofeedback […]

(Natural News) Stroke survivors may need to intensify training to better regain mobility. A study published in the journal Stroke found that high-intensity step training can significantly improve walking ability than low-intensity step training. The researchers noted that stroke victims may need a more challenging therapy to see better results. They suggest increasing the intensity of walking exercises and adding variable […]

(Natural News) Spending just 10 minutes petting cats and dogs is an effective way to reduce your stress levels, according to new research. The study, conducted by researchers from Washington State University (WSU), found that the general well-being of the study participants ?— all college students ?— improved quickly after petting cats and dogs. This improvement was seen even in […]

(Natural News) Psoriasis is a common skin disease that affects more than 200 million people worldwide. Although it is non-contagious and has a tendency to come and go, psoriasis is chronic, painful, and most of all, disfiguring. Hence, the search for a definitive cure for this disease, as well as ways of improving the quality of life of psoriasis patients, is […]

(Natural News) In this study, Polish researchers evaluated changes in the gene expression associated with the cellular stress response in peripheral mononuclear blood cells (PMBC) in healthy women after qigong training. The results of their study were published in the journal Annals of Agricultural and Environmental Medicine. According to studies, qigong — an ancient Chinese exercise […]

(Natural News) Reflexology is a form of massage used as a complementary treatment for various ailments. Historical records suggest that this practice has been around since the time of the ancient Chinese and Egyptians. Reflexology mainly involves the gentle application of pressure to the hands and feet. This is believed to stimulate important points and energy […]

(Natural News) In this study, researchers from Second Military Medical University in China evaluated the effectiveness and possible side effects of body acupuncture, especially when used as treatment for post-stroke depression. The results of their study were published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. Body acupuncture is an age-old therapy used in traditional Chinese […]

(Natural News) In this study, researchers from Mashhad University of Medical Sciences in Iran examined the effects of reflexology massage on pain relief after appendectomy. The results of their study were published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. Appendicitis is the most common cause of severe abdominal pain. The associated post-surgical pain is also […]

(Natural News) For centuries, organic citronella essential oil has been used in a number of cultures for various practical applications. From balancing your mood to deodorizing and disinfecting your home, this highly versatile oil can do all these without the use of any toxic chemicals or solvents. Here are some of the best ways citronella oil can benefit you and […]