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Jan 11

The Mystery of Lyme Disease – a Overview on the History of Borreliosis

Even though there had been descriptions of similar diseases from several dermatologists in the early 20thcentury in Europe (1909: Erythema migrans from Afzelius (S); 1924: Acrodermatitis chronica atrophicans-ACA from M. Jessner and A. Löwenstamm (D/PL); 1943: Lymphadenosis benigna cutis-Lymphozytom from Bo-Erik Bäfverstädt (S)), from a historical perspective, the myth about Lyme-Borreliosis started in 1977. At this time Allen C. Steere

Oct 28

Autoimmune Disorders: There is Another Way

Managing Autoimmune Disorders by Treating the Root Cause Autoimmune diseases are reaching epidemic levels, in part, because there are so many of them. Current medicine lists between 80 and 100 different types of autoimmune disorders or diseases. Some of the more common ones include Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Hashimoto’s Disease, psoriasis, and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) Grave’s Disease,

Oct 19

Chronic Stress – Its Effects, How to Measure and How to Treat it

90% of all chronic diseases are due to the effects of Chronic Stress! Yes, that is correct. According to the US Center for Disease Control (CDC), 90% of all chronic difficult diseases are due to the existence of chronic stress. Some Science Stress is a biological response to demanding situations. It causes the body to release hormones, such as cortisol

Sep 29

What is IBS and How to Treat it

What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome IBS – Irritable bowel syndrome is a common digestive condition that is thought to affect 40% of us at some time in our lives. IBS usually starts before the age of 35 and can be lifelong. Typical symptoms include Constipation Diarrhoea Passing mucus when you pass a stool Bloating Abdominal cramping or stomach pains Feeling

Sep 29

Cardiovascular Disease and Prevention with Integrative Medicine

Cardiovascular disease is traditionally treated through medications and lifestyle modifications, yet adherence to these treatments is often poor. The use of complementary therapies, such as non-prescription vitamins and chelation, is increasing, and patients are seeking information from their physicians about the safety and effectiveness of these therapies. When considering integrative therapies for cardiovascular disease, it is important to understand the

Sep 21

Parkinson’s disease. The link between the disease and the gut

Scientists have discovered additional evidence which links the neurodegenerative disease to the gastrointestinal tract, opening new possibilities for treatment. History For many decades, research on this disease has concentrated on the brain. Scientists initially focused on the loss of neurons that produce dopamine, a molecule involved in many functions, including movement. The gut-brain axis is a bidirectional communication system between

Sep 16

Psoriasis: Causes, Symptoms and the Treatment that Works

Psoriasis is a skin disease that causes red, itchy scaly patches. Scales typically develop on joints, such elbows and knees. They may develop anywhere on the body, including the hands, feet, neck, scalp and face. Psoriasis Symptoms About 5M adults in the U.S. suffer from this disease. Psoriasis is a condition of the immune system that can range from mild

Sep 14

Thyroid Issues and Rebalancing

Exhausted, moody and forgetful? Gaining weight without changing your diet or exercise routine? Still asking your doctor: Why is it that I’m tired, but I can’t sleep? These symptoms may indicate an issue with your thyroid. The thyroid system plays a critical role in your metabolism. Along with insulin and cortisol, your thyroid hormone is one of the big three hormones

Aug 31

Omega 3 and Omega 6 Benefits and their Ratio

Dietary intake of just the right amount of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids is vital for optimal health. The balance between these two essential fatty acids is delicate, however, and too much of one and too little of the other can result in deleterious health consequences. Omega 3 What makes omega-3 fatty acids special? Omega-3 fats are essential fats that

Aug 24

The object of medical care should NOT be the disease

Modern medicine treats disease as an enemy that must be combated. However, the enemy is not the disease, but the way of life. People put doctors and medication in charge of their health because they do not want to understand that it’s just their lifestyle that is responsible for their poor health. But illness can be a blessing in disguise,

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