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The best alternative treatment for . . . stopping smoking

Each year, around 120,000 smokers in the UK die from smoking-related illnesses. Non-smokers are at risk, too, as second-hand tobacco smoke can increase their chances of lung cancer by as much as 19 pe... more »

The best alternative treatment for . . . raynaud’s syndrome - What to do instead

* L-arginine. This is a precursor to nitric oxide, which improves circulation, bringing more oxygen to tissues (Stroke, 1994; 25: 429-35). In Raynaud’s, oral L-arginine can reverse tissue damage in th... more »

So you think you need . . . a vasectomy - What are the alternatives

* No-scalpel vasectomy is becoming the operation of choice as postsurgical complications (such as haematoma, bleeding or infections) are much less likely. Instead of a knife, the technique uses a smal... more »

Herbal combination best for burns

After years of studying and using alternative remedies, I find that the most effective treatment for burns (first- and second-degree) is Weleda’s Combudoron Lotion [a herbal combination of Arnica flow... more »

So you think you need . . . a vasectomy - If you must have the operation . . .

* Make sure you know ALL the possible options available * To avoid feelings of regret, don’t make your decision at a time of stress, for example, during a relationship crisis * Know all the risks o... more »

So you think you need . . . a vasectomy

Male sterilisation is a permanent form of contraception that tends to be favoured by men in the older age- groups. In the US, 20 per cent of men over 35 have had a vasectomy, and around a half-million... more »

The best alternative treatment for . . . raynaud’s syndrome

In this condition, the small arteries in the fingers, and sometimes the toes, suddenly constrict in response to cold or emotional stress. The fingers/toes turn white and feel numb. When the blood retu... more »

Alternaitves - Nutrient losses from prescribed drugs-part one

One of the most underappreciated aspects of taking a drug is its effect on the balance of your essential nutrients. Almost any prescribed drug or over the counter medication can cause significant ... more »

Alternatives to drugs for eczema

Conventional medicines are not always effective they may sting and, if steroids, may have long term consequences. Many cases of eczema can be effectively treated by simpler methods. .. ... more »

Alternatives: lowering your insulin needs naturally

Lifestyle factors play a major part in determining how much insulin a diabetic needs. If you wish to lower your insulin requirements, consider these options: .. ... more »

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