The term spa is an abbreviation from the Latin ‘Sanus Per Acqua’ which means ‘Health through Water’.
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The term spa is an abbreviation from the Latin ‘Sanus Per Acqua’ which means ‘Health through Water’.
From Roman times, hot springs were used for the relief of soldiers’ strained muscles and the healing of their wounds. Some of today’s most famous Spa resorts were actually discovered in Greek and Roman times. In England, the Romans transformed the Buxton and Bath hot springs into luxurious baths, which then turned these towns into cosmopolitan centres. In France, they discovered the mineral springs in Vichy, a name that the successful skin products line later capitalised on. Today, Vichy’s and Bath’s mineral waters are still world-famous for their healing powers for complains of the liver and the digestive system, rheumatisms, skin diseases and asthma to name but a few. Each spa resort or spa town, depending on the consistency of its waters, is renowned for something different.
Although the building of grand baths has to be credited to the Romans, sulphur and mineral springs have existed since the ancient times and their benefits have been known for thousand of years. The Greeks and the Egyptians used them for the relief of many ailments and built bath chambers, often dedicated to the Gods of healing such as Asclepius in Greece and Imhotep in Egypt.
Today, modern spa resorts have popularised the beneficial powers of water, making treatments such as hydrotherapy, thermal and seawater therapies available to all of us. There are various choices at hand depending on your time, personal preference and finances. You may want to check out KelkooSelect spa deals in London and visit an actual destination-spa or a resort or a hotel-spa where you have the opportunity to stay for a week and receive a variety of treatments. Or you may opt for a spa therapy in day-spa or club-spa near you. You can visit the online shopping site http://www.kelkooselect.co.uk to receive the best spa deal offers.
Whatever the choice, a spa treatment will always leave you feeling revived, it will relax both your body and mind, softening your skin, reducing your stress and most importantly boosting your confidence.
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This was repeated but instead of swearing the students recited a harmless phrase. Research found out that the volunteers kept their hands submerged in the cold water longer when swearing thereby establishing a link between the increase in pain tolerance and swearing.
Due to the acceleration of the heart beating when students were swearing may indicate that an increase in aggression, in a fight or flight response to not playing up feebleness in place of a more tolerant machismo. The study proves that not only does swearing trigger an emotional release it also triggers a physical one.
And that may be why the centuries old cursing developed and why it continues to this day. One researcher on the project, Dr. Richard Stephens says that swearing is almost a human linguistic phenomenon worldwide and has been around for centuries.
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Hair loss can be extremely distressing for both men and women, and there are many causes behind it. The good news is that there are ways that hair loss can, in some cases, be prevented.
Even when hair loss has already occurred, it can often be successfully treated.
Hair laser therapy is one such baldness treatment. Advanced laser therapy uses the latest laser beam technology, combined with FDA-approved medication and a proven scalp and follicle treatment programme, to re-grow hair.
With advanced laser therapy, visible results can be seen within three months.
Another possible hair loss treatment is the patented ‘strand by strand’ method. This effective treatment can revive thinning hair, while at the same time restoring confidence.
As the saying goes, though, prevention is better than cure, and it is possible to take steps to maintain hair health.
One proven cause of hair loss is hormonal problems. An underactive or overactive thyroid can cause premature hair loss, as can an imbalance of the male or female hormones.
Women who have recently had a baby often notice that they are losing more hair than usual. This again is related to hormones and should correct itself in time.
Some medications can also cause thinning hair as a side effect, as can infections of the scalp.
Should you experience sudden premature hair loss, you should consult a doctor to rule out any concerning health-related causes. In many cases, further hair loss can be prevented with the correct medical treatment.
Hair styles that pull on the hair shaft, such as tight cornrows or French plaits, can cause a type of hair loss called traction alopecia. Changing to a style that is gentler on the hair follicles, before scarring occurs and the hair loss becomes permanent, can prevent this problem.
Stress has also been linked with thinning hair, likewise a poor diet. Certain vitamins are thought to be important for hair health; including vitamins A, B6, B12 and C. Minerals, zinc and folic acid are also believed to play a crucial part in maintaining a healthy head of hair. Multivitamins formulated particularly for hair health are widely available.
Massaging the head could also help to keep hair follicles healthy, as well as releasing stress from the scalp area.
Sadly, in some cases hair loss is simply unpreventable. Fortunately, though, for those whose hair loss may be hereditary or caused by an illness, there is hope.
Effective hair loss treatments are now available so that everyone can enjoy the confidence that a full head of hair brings.
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Following the concept of Yin and Yang, two new products called the Qu-Chi acupressure band and the pollen barrier balm (made by HayMax) are made to be used simultaneously for the relief of Hayfever. Yin and Yang believers subscribe to the principle that complementary forces naturally exist in the universe of positive and negative and work together to create a perfect balance.
The same is thought to be true of these components which treat hay fever as they are made to help relieve the symptoms of hay fever when used together to balance out the effect of the allergenic reactions.
The pollen balm has already been proven to be very effective when used to combat the side effects o pollen and looks much like a lip balm only it is applied at the bottom of the nose in an effort to stop pollen from entering the body via the nostrils. In fact, an independent study run by a Professor at the National Pollen and Aerobiology Research Unit found in 2009 that the balm is able to trap much more pollen then nostrils that do not have the balm coating in place.
This unique balm was developed by hayfever sufferer, Max Wiseberg, in his own kitchen, and has now become a major brand stocked by larger supermarket and pharmacy chains throughout the UK – including Boots, Asda, Tesco, Lloyds pharmacy, Holland & Barrett and Waitrose, as well as hundreds of independent pharmacies and health food stores.
HayMax™ is natural and certified 100% organic by the Soil Association. It is drug-free and non-drowsy, so is suitable for pregnant women, breast-feeding mothers, and children. It has recently added to its list of awards, achieving a ‘BizzieBaby’ 2010-2011 Gold Award, a ‘Highly Commended’ in the Natural Lifestyle Awards and a nomination at the recent Vegetarian Society Awards.
It comes in a handy pot, so fits easily into a handbag, makeup bag or pocket. And HayMax™ is very economical too – users reporting that one pot lasts the whole season. HayMax™ user Victoria Coates comments, “Have been a victim of hayfever for over 10 years and have tried countless products to prevent it and nothing has been as fantastic as HayMax, this is what I call a girl’s best friend!! ”
The Qu-Chi acupressure band is also a natural and drug-free way to get almost instant relief from the symptoms of hayfever and allergic rhinitis, without causing drowsiness. The principle is based on Acupuncture, which has been used for thousands of years by practitioners of Traditional Chinese Medicine and is increasingly used by western doctors and hospitals. Acupuncture has been shown to reduce the effects of histamine type reactions in the body.
The Qu-Chi band was invented by Andrew Broch, a leading acupuncturist in Leeds, and a hayfever sufferer himself, who found that acupuncture was extremely effective for the relief of his symptoms. The band is clinically proven to alleviate the symptoms of allergic rhinitis and hayfever.
The band has worldwide distribution, was the top selling hayfever product on Amazon for hayfever relief throughout last season, is available in asda-pharmacy.co.uk and has been written about positively by media doctors in major newspapers and magazines.
The band is very easy to use. Simply put the band on either before symptoms appear, or as soon as they start. Once in place – just underneath the elbow joint – it can be worn day and night. It can be used with other medication and is suitable for use throughout the night, thereby giving 24 hour relief to people of all ages. It is also very economical, as it can be hand washed and re-used many, many times.
“When I first felt the benefits of wearing the band, it was rather surreal. Being around other sufferers and not feeling the dreadful symptoms that I regularly suffered. When it was time to send the band back after the clinical trial, well I didn’t want to,” says Jason Palmar, aged 36, from London.
The Qu-Chi band is available in brown or pink. It retails at £9.95 and is available from www.qu-chi.co.uk, 0113 350 5432, as well as www.asda-pharmacy.co.uk, Amazon, Manor Pharmacies and many independent chemists and pharmacies nationwide.
HayMax™ retails at £6.99 for a 5ml pot, and is available from www.haymax.biz, on 01525 406600 or from Asda, Holland & Barrett, Lloyds pharmacy, selected Boots, Tesco, Waitrose, and independent chemists, pharmacies and health food stores nationwide.
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The study of BenShen is very complex and requires a thorough understanding of Chinese medical physiology, psychology and traditional Chinese. To fully grasp these concepts, it is recommended to read books like those by Jerry Alan Johnson. Here is a very brief overview.
They can be classified into five elements: Wood; Roun (Houn) Fire; Chen (Shen); Earth, I and If (Yi); Metal, Pro (Po) and Water Chih (Zhi ). These entities represent five basic phases of the Shen (spirit):
The Shen is all mental activities. Shen also designates specific mental activity of the heart. This concept refers to among others consciousness, memory, thought and sleep. Po is equivalent to Yin Hun. In French, it is referred to as the soul body.
Po puts in place the necessary material basis of life, especially during pregnancy, where part of the Po of the mother is “transferred” to her child. This concept refers to among other things feelings, sensations, instinct and respiration.
Hun is equivalent to Yang Po in French; it is referred to as ethereal soul. The Hun survives the body at death and then returns to the state energy which is subtle and intangible. It is attributed to among others the ability to give meaning to his life, the ability to make decisions consistent with his deep “me”. Yi could be translated as “thought.” ‘She that encodes and decodes what we absorb throughout our lives’.
The Yi is particularly active in education, effort, concentration or memory. The Zhi could be translated as “will”. It allows perseverance and motivation. The Zhi allows a commitment to action, to persist over time. It also allows use of the Yi language, and applies it to everyday life.
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Because of scientific advances, it is quite difficult to construct a modern theory of this traditional practice based on sound evidence. However, it is possible to prove that supplying attention is on the general condition of the person, even if it is not really a medical procedure. The appropriateness of the traditional theory can also be evaluated rigorously.
The concept of a meridian is an empirical concept, developed at a time when we know little or no functioning of the body. The body is crossed by networks for the distribution of information (nervous system) and products necessary to the functioning of cells (including blood), the concept of Meridian has been an intuitive understanding of this distribution from vital organs.
Some pressure through the skin induces reflex actions, and palpation through the skin is part of the diagnostic process (e.g. the pulse and palpation of lymph nodes). It would be fascinating to see acupuncture as an empirical discovery of some of these phenomena.
But because of the complexity of the functioning of the body, the effectiveness of a therapeutic method can be established only by clinical studies, including using statistical methods and comparison with the placebo effect. These studies should be conducted double blind.
So far, no study recognized internationally by the scientific community failed to provide any element that would support the thesis of the existence of meridians.
Authors of scientific studies made in Germany using a dermal thermograph, demonstrate the application of heat to acupuncture points resulting in a special mailing privileged path corresponding to paths traditionally described to the meridians.
These studies must now be analyzed by the scientific community before being considered valid. The study led by Dr. J.E.H Niboyet showed a decrease in electrical resistance of the skin at the point acupuncture.
In November 1985, a hoax was implemented to demonstrate an effect of acupuncture by doctors Darras Albarede Vernejoul which claimed to have viewed a meridian with a radioactive isotope. The publication of their discovery coincided with the release of a popular book on acupuncture by the same authors.
The magazine Science et Vie was one of the few mainstream newspapers of the time to criticize methodology. The findings were contradicted in 1988 by Professor Lazorthes, who reproduced the same experiment by following a strict protocol.
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]]>Doctors know very little about migraine causes except that they run in families, and may be triggered by many conditions ranging from nervous excitement, disturbed sleep patterns, stress and reactions to certain foods, such as cheese or chocolate. These headaches can last hours, sometimes days, and often come with nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to sound and light, and, perhaps most strangely of all, distorted sensory perception, especially vision. If you add together the range of different symptoms and so many different potential triggers, it is no surprise that researchers are perplexed about the science behind these headaches, or that sufferers seem to find treatments so hit-and-miss.
Research however has found that in many people migraines are triggered by reactions to foods. Clinical studies have shown that management of the diet can reduce the severity and, or, frequency of headaches or even stop them. However how do you know what foods are causing you problems? Well a simple finger prick test can do just that by identifying the trigger foods responsible for food intolerances. The test measures food-specific IgG antibodies and helps identify different food types in which an individual may be sensitive to.
The test in question is the foodSCAN 113 from YorkTest can give you an accurate reading of exactly what foods your body is reacting against so that you know what to avoid. Recommended by the charity Allergy UK, the test is supported by hard evidence; findings from York University and YorkTest, who surveyed 514 migraine and headache sufferers, showed that 81% benefitted in terms of the frequency and severity of their attacks if they removed the foods from their diet that showed a positive reaction. Some of the most common food intolerances people experience is yeast, dairy, and wheat intolerance – everyday food types that you may have intolerance to but have never known!
Further studies have also found other food intolerance symptoms including bloating, nausea, respiratory problems, and more highlighting the vital role that your diet plays in you wellbeing. So make sure you change your diet for the best in 2011 as you could end up getting rid of more than just your waistline!
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For those that are tired of trying to pluck hair, the Selectif Pro may come in handy as the ultrasonic probe is able to make use of ultrasound energy to grip it precisely by its tweezer. The ultrasound energy is then radiated down the hair root where it turns into hat and stops hair from growing back.
Given the fact that the skin does not receive any of the energy as it goes straight the skin is unchanged and since the device is not powered by light there is no exposure to melanin.
Throughout the investigation trial of the device ten test subjects were acquired eight of which actually participated in the trial. Each of the participants was female with grey or white hair growth on their chins. In addition, a few of the studies also had at least six previous laser hair removal treatments that were not effective.
The subjects reported that after treatment with the device their hair growth was much slower and in many times the hair was finer or softer. Two of the participants saw a 95% reduction in hair, two saw an 80% reduction in hair, and the remaining four saw between a 50 to 75% reduction in hair growth.
Each of the patients found that the device was easy to use with a little training and there were no side effects reported including pain.
In summary, the Selectif Pro appears to be a great new device for treating unwanted hair growth that has not responded to laser hair removal treatments.
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]]>Alzheimer’s disease could be slowed down or even stopped by using Vitamin B tablets daily, according to a British study. According to the research, regularly ingesting significant doses of a Vitamin B supplement could cut the speed of brain shrinkage in half
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Alzheimer’s disease could be slowed down or even stopped by using Vitamin B tablets daily, according to a British study. According to the research, regularly ingesting significant doses of a Vitamin B supplement could cut the speed of brain shrinkage in half
Many elderly people experience dementia or memory loss, but with this study’s results, it seems that new treatments could soon be formed. The scientists who worked on the study believe that the results could be revolutionary in aiding further research of the disease.
Atrophy, also known as brain shrinkage, often occurs as people get older. However, for people who suffer from Alzheimer’s or Mild Cognitive Impairment, the condition can accelerate.
The study, from scientists at the University of Oxford, looked at how Vitamin B could affect 168 people. The scientists found that with three supplements of Vitamin B each day, levels of brain shrinkage from dementia was decreased by over 50 percent.
Based on the results of the study, some are now suggesting that everyone who develops Mild Cognitive Impairment should be prescribed the tablets. About half of all Alzheimer’s patients develop the condition, and over 15 percent of people over the age of seventy have the impairment in Britain.
David Smith is a pharmacologist and a professor, and he co-authored the study. Smith says that the study’s results are “immensely promising”, stating that the vitamins can simply “protect the brain”, and that the study’s results will “change the whole direction of Alzheimer’s research”.
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Motor Neurone Disease is a devastating killer that strikes down five people every day in the U.K. MND is a disease that affects the central nervous system, causing nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord to die, thus destroying the transmitters that relay impulses from the brain to specific muscles in the body. Around fifty percent of the patients with MND have died within three years of the first diagnosis.
A new study, funded by the Motor Neurone Association and carried out by a team of researchers led by Sir Ian Wilmut of Edinburgh, has found a way to infect normal cells with those carrying the disease. The cells are grown in Petri dishes instead of in a living human body, allowing them to be studied in ways that have never been possible before.
The scientists were focusing on a specific gene mutation known as TDP-43, which has been directly linked to the disease in that the proteins it produces have been found in the brains of 90 percent of patients with MND.
Through the use of new stem cell technology, a ‘manufactured’ cell called an induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cell can be made to reproduce in laboratory conditions so that the progress of the disease can be closely studied and drugs that may delay or stop its progress can be tested.
While much more study and research will be necessary, the hope is that the breakthrough may ultimately lead to a cure for this deadly disease.
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