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While Meditation's benefits have been known in Buddhist and Hindu traditions from time immemorial, it is only recently that western medicine has acknowledged its value.

Patient education benefits the patients, health care community, insurance companies and taxpayers. Making a patient knowledgeable gives them the power to succeed.

Eating a diet that is good for your health can be easier if you follow a few simple health and nutrition tips. Staying healthy is also easier if you add in some exercise.

Tired of low-fat and low-carb diets? See how increasing your fiber can change the way you eat and feel.

A dentist named Dr. Weston Price conducted ground-breaking research on diet and health in the 1930s, leading modern day researchers into a new field: epigenetics.

Research indicates that adults who had stressful relationships with their parents in childhood are more likely to suffer from disease in midlife.

Peas are the first crop to be planted during the growing season. They signal the start of spring.

Vaccines are one of our greatest public health achievements. Not only do vaccines prevent disease in individuals, they protect the health of entire populations.

Hand washing is one of the best ways to protect against disease, but if it's not done properly, it may not be very effective at all. Here's how to do it right.

A recent study points to the role of olive oil in the prevention of oxidative DNA damage.

Men should work in co-operation with their physicians to maintain good health, prevent serious ailments and detect dangerous diseases early while they are still curable.

Many experts believe there is a vitamin D deficiency in the United States.

September has become the new Fruit and Vegetable Month since it allows schools and health groups to emphasize healthy eating and recipes to prevent health problems.

Cancer claims over 500,000 lives a year, according to the National Cancer Institute. But food choices can lower the risk of cancer and can be a natural cancer treatment.

Read about "superfood" and vegetable nutrition. A high vegetable list rich in vitamins, minerals, and nutrients to promote good health, heal and prevent disease.

Tumeric is an exotic and important flavoring spice containing a bright yellow pigment known to fight disease.

Are you a vegetarian who falls off the wagon sometimes? Being a flexitarian is probably easier, where the odd chicken wing or steak won't make you feel guilty.

It is vital to eat healthy food but take a beneficial multivitamin supplement too.

Do we really need supplements? And if so, how do we know which ones, how much, or what brand? Here's a breakdown of all you need to know.

Aerial crop spraying with pesticides newspaper article criticizes EPA regulations. Asthma, allergies, learning disorders, and cancer blamed on pesticides in food chain.

Due to its many medicinal and other uses, the Aloe Vera plant has been termed "Heaven's Blessings," "The Silent Healer," and the more common "Medicinal Aloe."

Foods high in polyphenols have antioxidant, antiviral, anticancer properties. An antioxidant food list for a heart healthy diet, cardiovascular disease prevention.

"Super foods" come and go. The acai berry, with celebrity endorsements, is one of several that claim to reverse aging and fight disease. Can one fruit do all of that?

Acupressure massage blends the therapeutic touch of massage with traditional Chinese medicine's ability to correct energy imbalances and restore health.

It is believed that eating antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables will help to slow aging because of their powerful antioxidant protection.

A book review of "The Sugar Solution: Real Solutions for Real Symptoms." Learn how keeping your blood sugar level can help you lose weight.

Each year disease control researchers attempt to identify predicted flu strains for the coming year and develop vaccines to offer acquired immunity to those at risk.

Homeopathy is an age old medical practice that continues to be used to this day. The practice of Homeopathy is based on a unique belief.

What a thrill it is for this green generation to see the President and the First Lady educating the public on gardening in an environmentally-friendly way.

Bayfield is a small town on the shores of Lake Superior in far Northern Wisconsin. The apple harvest is celebrated during the first weekend of October.

Symptoms of menopause can cause discomfort in some women and menopause also increases the risk of heart disease and cancer. Certain supplements and foods can reduce this.

Greenway trails help people live healthy, active lifestyles, while they utilize an environmentally friendly means of recreation.

Cleanliness is important especially for people working around others, tips on personal hygiene, correct ways to hand wash, hand sanitizer and hand washing posters.

Because of its taste, watermelon is a popular summertime fruit. In addition to being a juicy treat, watermelons contain many nutrients that boost health.

Anti-cancer and antioxidant value of teas may be countered by high fluoride levels. White tea is safer. Consuming a variety of beneficial foods and beverages is best.

The viruses HIV and Hepatitis C are two of the world's most prevalent healthcare crises, perpetuated significantly by illegal drug use as well as alcohol consumption.

Knowing what to look for on the label of a vitamin or mineral bottle can ensure purchase of a quality supplement.

How IVF could be hailed as the new prevention of some genetic disorders.

Probiotics are beneficial bacteria. Acidophilus is needed in the human digestion system to aid in lactose processing.

Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease frequently seen in older adults.

International CES, the consumer electronics trade show of the Consumer Electronics Association was held in Las Vegas January 7 to 10, 2008.

Patchouli has traditionally been used in the East for both medicinal and aromatic purposes; today it is a favorite of many users of aromatherapy.

Late summer is the time to rejuvenate the vegetable garden and get it ready for fall planting. A few simple steps can guarantee bountiful crops.

Universities in Canada, addressing urgent societal needs for education about public health issues, are expanding to offer masters of public health degree programs.

There is renewed scientific interest in bacteriophages, an old therapeutic application of using "bacteria-eating" viruses called phages to fight infectious diseases.

Resveratrol has proven to be an essential part of staying healthy and prolonging your life.

Vitamin D deficiency in babies and young children can cause rickets, a serious bone disorder that can cause permanent skeletal damage.

When it comes to preventing and treating hypertension, many people are looking for natural alternatives. Could the Mediterranean diet be the answer?

Second hand cigarette smoke can be harmful to anyone who is exposed to its toxins. Children are at a particular risk of the negative affects of second hand smoke.

This versatile food is very nutritious and easy to cook. Learn the health benefits of eating tofu.