Tickling Our Funny Bone – Article

Posted on May 16, 2012 by admin

Steven M. Sultanoff, PhD

If humor is “the best medicine,” then how do we sustain it as a central part of our day-to-day lifestyle? Having a lighthearted attitude reduces emotional and physical distress leading to increased wellness, something valuable for us all.

The article link below provides ways to keep you chuckling through the day.

Discover the joy in humor, and the happiness found in sharing it with others.

Article Link: Tickling Our Funny Bone by Steven M. Sultanoff, PhD

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Where Do I Go From Here?- Article

Posted on May 14, 2012 by admin

Jeanne Wallace, PhD, CNC

Have you recently heard news from your doctor that was frightening? Chances are, we will all hear something we don’t like. What do you do first? How can you deal with the diagnoses?

The article link below provides advice and tips on dealing with the diagnosis of illness and taking responsibility for your health.

Learn how a challenging prognosis can help you learn more about yourself and influence your healing.

Article Link: Where Do I Go From Here by Jeanne Wallace, PhD, CNC

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New Mind-Body Connection?- Research Article

Posted on May 11, 2012 by admin

Aside from improving physical fitness and overall health, exercise may also help improve the brain function in older adults.

The research article link below details how a recent study found that older adults that exercised regularly for a year had measurable improvements in brain function such as memory and attention.

Encourage your favorite senior citizen to make a habit of walking!

Research Article Link: “Aerobics for the Brain” from the September, 2010, issue of Natural Standard’s Integrative Medicine Newsletter posted with permission.

For additional research results, visit the American Holistic Health Association’s Special Updates eReport Archives and note Featured Research item in each issue.

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You Can Handle Anything with Health-Esteem

Posted on May 9, 2012 by admin

Judith Parker Harris

Do you deserve to be health? Of course you do! Each of us is worthy of being healthy, but most of us struggle with negative “health-esteem.”

The article link below describes one woman’s journey of change that led her to taking charge of her thoughts and emotions.

Learn how you too can improve your “health-esteem” and help you feel love and live a better life filled with realized dreams.

Article Link: You Can Handle Anything with Health Esteem by Judith Parker Harris

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Using Imagery to Create a Soothing Blanket of Sleep – Article

Posted on May 7, 2012 by admin

Charlotte Reznick, PhD

When children and adolescents have difficulty sleeping at night, imagery can offer a solution! Wouldn’t you like your child to learn some approaches that will help them let go of worries and tensions of the day?

The article link below provides an example of a “guided imagery” technique that can create a relaxing state to help kids feel peaceful as they drift off into deep sleep.

Discover how you can help your child- and yourself- fall asleep faster, easier, and with less worry.

Article Link: Using Imagery to Create a Soothing Blanket of Sleep by Charlotte Reznick, PhD

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What is holistic? 
- AHHA Resource

Posted on May 4, 2012 by admin

If someone asked you what “holistic, holistic health, and holistic medicine” meant, would you be able to provide an answer? Are you confused with the different meanings?

The AHHA resource link below will take you to our “What is holistic” section that provides articles that explain everything you need to know!

Discover why we consider “holistic” to be an adjective and not a noun.

AHHA Resource Link: What is holistic?

For additional information about the other key resources that we offer, visit the homepage and scroll down to “Key resources for your journey to optimal health.”

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Overcoming Alzheimer’s- Article

Posted on May 2, 2012 by admin

Barbara Derrick, PhD

Wally Decker’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis was devastating for him. He felt defeated and had been told that nothing had been found to cure the disease. With the help of his psychotherapist, he was placed in the Suggestive Therapeutics Treatment and Protocol.

The article link below describes how acceptance into the program, and the daily affirmations Wally received opened his mind to healing possibilities.

Learn how this challenging prognosis was turned into a better understanding of self and ultimately to a reversal of the original diagnosis.

Article Link: Overcoming Alzheimer’s: A New Life For Wally by Barbara Derrick, PhD

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It’s Mind Over Matter – Article

Posted on April 30, 2012 by admin

John Abdo, CFT

Getting, and keeping motivated for your fitness lifestyle is a wrestling match everyone experiences at some point. Don’t throw in the towel!

The article link below provides several steps that you can use to help you stay on track and keep your head in the game.

Discover how becoming your own body engineer will get you enthused about yourself and your fitness goals.

Article Link: It’s Mind Over Matter by John Abdo, CFT

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Non-drug arthritis option- Research Article

Posted on April 27, 2012 by admin

Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder that occurs when the body’s immune system attacks itself. It affects bones, cartilage, and unlike osteoarthritis, may also cause swelling in other areas of the body.

The research article link below describes how researchers used high doses of vitamin B6 to reduce inflammatory markers associated with rheumatoid arthritis.

Many integrative therapies have been studied as potential treatment options for rheumatoid arthritis. If you or someone you know has this autoimmune disorder, consider discussing the benefits of adding B6 to your treatment plan with your physician.

Research Article Link: “Vitamin B6 and Arthritis“ from the June, 2010, issue of Natural Standard’s Integrative Medicine Newsletter posted with permission.

For additional research results, visit the American Holistic Health Association’s Special Updates eReport Archives and note Featured Research item in each issue.

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Holistic Approach to the Addiction Recovery Process – Article

Posted on April 25, 2012 by admin

Lucy R. Waletzky, MD

Marsha J. Handel, MLS

As with every health condition, decreasing stress and boosting one’s immunity and psychological resilience can help the body cope better, heal more quickly, and maintain health.

The article link below describes how the holistic approach can offer specific benefits related to withdrawal and relapse prevention.

Discover how these many healing modalities provide tools recovering addicts can use to take control over their behavior in a positive way.

Article Link: Holistic Approach to the Addiction Recovery Process by Lucy R. Waletzky, MD and Marsha J. Handel, MLS

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