Articles related to "Hippocrates"

Hippocrates, an ancient Greek healer who became known as the 'father of medicine', used a number of medicinal plants and healing herbs in his teachings and written work.

Hippocrates has been called the 'Father of Medicine.' He wrote extensively on medical science and is said to be responsible for the Oath that bears his name.

Some of the more interesting changes regarding the history of massage have a lot to do with the father of medicine, Hippocrates.

The United states ranks low on virtually every measure of health care success, despite spending more than any other nation. Doctor Newman explains why this might be so.

The advice given by this Jewish physician who was born in the Spanish city of Cordoba in 1135 is relevant even for the 21st century

Anyone who enjoys a cocktail, or several, sooner or later faces the inevitable - too many cocktails in too short a time, and the misery of a hangover.

Homeopathy, a holistic approach to medicine, believes that ill health is closely associated with the life of the individual.

Hippocrates of Cos was said to have lived sometime between 450 BCE to 380 BCE. He was a physician.

The Hippocratic Oath was intended to set forth an informal code of behavior for physicians. Today, however, it is rarely used or followed in its entirety.

"Let food be your medicine and medicine your food." Why food is important in healing and details on six of the best foods to boost energy and improve vitality.

The island of Kos in the South Aegean is a well known holiday destination but the city of Kos is a town well worth taking a day to explore.

The typical American diet contains many calories but few nutrients increasing the risk of auotimmune disease; a nutrient rich diet contributes to immune system health.

In the management of digestive disorders, the role of a balanced diet cannot be over estimated. Proportion, trace minerals and herbs make all the difference.

Massage Therapy is a diverse field. There are many different types and techniques of massage therapy.

Following the decline of the Greek and Roman civilizations, the next major advance in medical experimentation came from a Persian physician named Avicenna.

Where and how did spiritual healing originate? From ancient cultures to modern times, healing has been a part of our culture.

A Scottish physician's notebook, found before 1925, lists by name, and city or state, American students at a Scottish university between 1756 and 1765.

The Nuremberg Code of 1947 set forth 10 basic principles regarding human experimentation, but the medical profession needed something less legalistic and more practical.

The healing benefits of hydrotherapy were first documented by Hippocrates in the 5th century and later described in accounts of cures attributed to natural springs.

A brief look at the history of massage - 2 B.C. to 2006.

Many detox programs based on juice fasting fail because of hunger. With these yummy, filling, raw soup and smoothie recipes in your toolkit, that need not happen to you!

Medicine in medieval times was an intriguing blend of superstition, tradition, plant-lore and knowledge passed down from the ancient Greeks and Romans.

Although medicine had been practiced in the United States for hundreds of years, the first Code of Medical Ethics for physicians was not written until 1847.

More than a spa treatment, aromatherapy was used as medicine in Egypt, Arabia, Greece and Rome, and by healers in European monasteries in the Middle Ages.

Does the bizarre practice of boring a hole in the skull, known as trepanation, raise people's level of consciousness and well-being?

In warmer climates, where high temperatures and mild winters make growing lilacs difficult, if not impossible, vitex makes a great substitute.

Hydrotherapy survived the ancient times, Middle Ages and two world wars, now it settles in our modern society as the foundation of today's spa establishments.

In a world where gods walked the earth, the mortals with whom they co-existed left nothing to chance. For the Ancient Greeks, everything happened for a reason.

Urine contains antibodies, hormones, vitamins and minerals. In emergency situations urine treatment can save lives. Some drugs are made from urine and it has folk uses.

You cannot alter your genes but can change their actions through nutrition.

Ideas about OCD, a serious mental illness, have evolved from ancient notions of melancholia and possession through to Freud's psychoanalysis and modern neurochemistry.

Energy medicine includes a number of different therapies such as acupuncture that correct imbalances or blockages of the body's bioenergy, which contribute to disease.

With much anxiety over avian flu last year, and now swine flu this year, it's helpful to know the lingo: what's an epidemic, what's a pandemic?

Apples are good for you, giving Vitamin C and dietry fibre. What's more, they taste good and kids like them! That's why the UK's "Apple Day" has been running for 17 years

Arthritis is a very common chronic condition. Massage therapy can help ease the symptoms and improve the quality of life for those living with arthritis.

Cabbage contains indole chemicals that have many health benefits and may reduce the risk of some types of cancer such as breast cancer and respiratory papillomatosis.

Recent studies have documented evidence of injuries and deaths in hospitals due to medical errors. This article situates these developments in wider historical contexts.

The pet food industry is big business. Learn how returning to the diet nature intended can significantly improve the quality of life for your four legged friend.

Since the time of Hippocrates, food and its link to fertility has been known about and debated. What you eat could determine whether you get pregnant.

Holistic health takes into account the whole person and the interaction between mind and body.

A glimpse of massage practices from around the world shows how women played a very big role in the historical development and utilization of massage.

Mastic is a resin harvested in Chios. It has been used for thousands of years in Greek cooking and flavours ethnic dishes and beverages like ouzo.

Learn how a natural anti-inflammatory diet can be effective in the management of pain and discomfort due to inflammation.

To give it the full title - The Condensed Encyclopedia of Healing Foods: A user-friendly guide to the nutritional benefits and medical properties of food.

The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth is a great reference book to keep on the kitchen shelf and learn about the most nutrient packed foods to eat.

Massage has been practised for centuries as a means of treating illness and promoting good health. This article is a timeline of the key developments and theories.

Gardens have been common for thousands of years in one form or another; Ancient Persia, Egypt, the Greeks and the Romans heavily influenced the scents of today's gardens.

The following list gives a glimpse into the flavorful folklore of the more common spices and herbs.

The use of aromatic herbs and plants were a part of daily life in ancient cultures. They were used in cooking, medicine, bathing rituals and spiritual ceremonies.

Aspirin is one of the cheapest drugs on the supermarket shelves; it has been hailed as a wonder drug since it was first made by Bayer at the end of the 19th century.