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  • Enemas (Clyster)

    šŸ” Enemas (Clyster) Unsafe with pregnancy It is the pushing of fluids through the anus and rectum into the lower bowel in order to achieve a better state of health. It is safely practiced by healthcare givers. Alternate care have many uses for enemas, and there are differences in the types of fluid used, the intention, and the manner through which it is performed Caution The anus and rectum can be damaged by the chosen method, or irritated by the fluid content The bowel can be perforated The individual can suffer from significant imbalance of their electrolytes It can lead to internal bleeding Frequent use can lead to dependency The heart may become irregular during the process of performing the enema Be cautious if you have IBS (Inflammatory Bowel Disease) or haemorrhoids Therapy for: Colon Cleansing : To remove toxins from the body Colonic irrigation : to clean out the rectum and lower bowel Rectal Douching : to clean the anus and rectum before engaging in a sexual act Klismaphilia : enemas taken purely for self gratification or sexual pleasure Comments Scientific evidence does not support enemas being favourable to wellbeing, unless they are prescribed by medical practitioners Many reputable institutions had issued bans and warnings against the use of enemas for non-medically precribed reasons Read more on Enemas (Clyster) > https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325086, https://www.healthline.com/health/enema-administration Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Unsafe with diabetes Unsafe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing

  • Quantum Healing

    šŸ” Quantum Healing Safe with pregnancy This is the belief that individuals can activate healing of their mind and body by consciously accessing a particularly shielded (quantum) level of their being. It is a mixture of ideas that combine elements of mind-body medicine, Āyurveda, meditation and quantum physics. Caution It does not have the backing of the scientific community It is not a part of the quantum mechanics framework, even though it has 'quantum' in its name Do not rely on Quantum healing for the sole treatment of any illness; discuss your health needs with your healthcare giver Therapy for: Stress General wellbeing Comments The term 'Quantum Healing' may confuse scientists, students of science and the community regarding the relationship with quantum physics, or indeed with conventional medicine It was coined by Deepak Chopra It is considered nonsensical by the scientific community Read more on Quantum Healing > https://www.encyclopedia.com/religion/legal-and-political-magazines/quantum-healing Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Safe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing

  • Nutritional Supplements

    šŸ” Nutritional Supplements Safe with pregnancy These are substances that may be taken alongside the diet to provide macro and micro nutrients for the user. They can be liquid, tablets, capsules or pills. Supplements may contain vitamins, minerals, herbs or plant materials. They are especially useful when the individual is unable to obtain all their nutritional requirements through diet Caution They should not be used as a substitute for a healthy diet Supplements can be quite expensive without justifying their usefulness Exercise caution when choosing your supplements There is a risk of contamination by dangerous chemicals; choose your source carefully Many of them can have serious side effects Therapy for: Pregnant and breastfeeding women (Vitamin D & Folic Acid) Women trying to conceive (Vitamin D & Folic Acid) People aged over 65 People with darker skin People not exposed to much sunlight Children Poor absorption Inflammatory bowel disease Bowel fistulae After surgical removal of parts of the bowel Painful swallowing Malnutrition Improving nutritional state Boosting immunity Comments The best way to get your required vitamins and minerals is through a well balanced diet Vit D is the exception that needs to be boosted by production in the skin when it is exposed to sunlight Read more on Nutritional Supplements > https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/medicine-and-dentistry/nutrition-supplement, https://www.bapen.org.uk/nutrition-support/nutrition-by-mouth/oral-nutritional-supplements, https://www.nhs.uk/news/2011/05May/Documents/BtH_supplements.pdf Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Safe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing

  • Sonopuncture

    šŸ” Sonopuncture Pregnancy: Use with caution This is the use of sound vibrations with the aim of promoting healing and wellbeing. The sound is applied to acupuncture points on the body to stimulate the Qi energy Caution It is generally safe It does not treat diseases; discuss your health concerns with a healthcare giver Therapy for: General wellbeing Health promotion Sleep problems Skin health Varicose veins Improved immunity Comments Items used to generate the sounds include: - Tuning forks - Tibetan bowls - Electronic devices Read more on Sonopuncture > https://blog.sivanaspirit.com/hh-introduction-to-sonopuncture/ Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Children: Use with caution Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing

  • Vaginal Probiotics

    šŸ” Vaginal Probiotics Safe with pregnancy This is the practice of introducing live micro-organisms into your vagina in order to improve wellbeing. Bacteria is introduced into the vagina to fight off unwanted germs that may include fungus. Vaginal fungal infections are common, hence, many seek alternative and natural care options to optimise their vaginal health Caution Therapy for: Vaginal yeast (candida) infection Vaginal hygiene Vaginal problems: Discharges Fishy odour Itching Pain and discomfort Comments There is no evidence that it promotes vaginal health The bacteria introduced may kill off resident bacteria who are of the useful veriety Read more on Vaginal Probiotics > https://www.health.harvard.edu/womens-health/does-your-vagina-really-need-a-probiotic Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Unsafe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing

  • Cocaine

    šŸ” Cocaine Unsafe with pregnancy This is an extract of the coca plant that is used as a stimulant. It is sold as a white powder that is snorted, smoked or injected after it has been dissolved. The use of cocaine for recreational purposes is a criminal offence in most countries Caution Can increase these to dangerous levels: - Blood Pressure - Body Temperature - Heart Rates May cause - Fatal dehydration - Stroke - Heart Attack - Breakdown of home or work relationships Therapy for: Causes elevation of mood Reduces social inhibition Keeps you awake Comments They are controlled drugs, and it is illegal to possess Use of cocaine is a criminal offence in most countries They are Addictive The user may loose contact with reality Read more on Cocaine > https://www.talktofrank.com/drug/cocaine, https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-body/cocaine-get-help/ Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Unsafe with diabetes Unsafe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing

  • Viparita Karani

    šŸ” Viparita Karani Pregnancy: Use with caution Legs-up-the-wall pose. It aims to redirect energy to the essential organs in the body by using gravity. Caution Consult your healthcare giver when possible, before engaging in extreme physical positions. Avoid or use with extreme cation in: The Elderly Pregnancy Previous Back Injury High blood Presssure Glaucoma Known Hernia of the AbdomenNeck Injury Shoulder injury Active menstruation May result in injuries of the spine and shoulder. Therapy for: It may be considered in conditions that include: Lethargy Enhanccement of Meditation Spiritual Upliftment Body Strength and Balance Stress reduction Asthma COPD Diabetes control Comments Practiced since the 17th century as a form of Yoga in an attempt to use gravity to reverse the outflow of life-giving substance, amrita . Also known as Kapalasana, Narakasana and Viparitakaranasana Read more on Viparita Karani > https://www.yogajournal.com/, https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/guide-to-yoga/ Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Unsafe with diabetes Children: Use with caution Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing

  • Frequency Specific Microcurrent Therapy (FSMT)

    šŸ” Frequency Specific Microcurrent Therapy (FSMT) Unsafe with pregnancy This is a method for treating pain by using low levels of electrical current. The current is applied directly to the area of the body that is identified for treatment Caution They are quite safe since the level of current used is very low May cause - Nausea - Drowsiness Avoid in: Pacemaker use Irregular hearbeats History of Seizures Therapy for: It is applied to pain that arises from the following conditions: Skin Shingles Burns Bone and Joints Disc injuries Fibromyalgia Injuries Fractures Arthritis Chronic tendon pain (e.g. Achilles Tendinopathy) Muscle pain in the neck or back Sports Injuries Organs Kidney stones Diseases Asthma IBS Diabetic Neuropathy Others Headaches Nerve pain Comments It was once a regular method of treatment by doctors in the 1920's There is no scientific proof of its effectiveness Read more on Frequency Specific Microcurrent Therapy (FSMT) > https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/15935-frequency-specific-microcurrent Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Diabetes: Use with caution Unsafe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing

  • Traditional Medicine

    šŸ” Traditional Medicine Unsafe with pregnancy The knowledge, skills and practices, beliefs and experiences of different cultures, used to promote health, prevent diseases, and treat physical and mental illnesses. Caution 1. They do not always document their evidence for good practice; therefore, it is difficult to: Carefully look at their results to allow you make decisions Decide on the appropriate amount of drug needed to manage the illness 2. They do not always have a central organisational body to regulate their profession therefore: It is difficult to assess their suitability to their advertised duties There are no areas to report them if things go wrong Therapy for: All conditions are covered Comments Modern day medicine came out of old practices and quite recently, new antimalarial drugs were made out of Chinese Herbs There are still many great practices amongst traditional healers Read more on Traditional Medicine > https://afro.who.int/health-topics/traditional-medicine Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Unsafe with diabetes Unsafe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing

  • Rebirthing (Breathing)

    šŸ” Rebirthing (Breathing) Unsafe with pregnancy It is the belief that correct breathing technique and practices can relieve pain, cure disease and promote wellbeing. The therapy process attempts to mentally take you through your birth process, but without the trauma or negativity that you originally experienced. This proposes to release your blocked emotions and energy, and thus allow you to form trusting relationships Caution Poor breathing technique can lead to oxygen deprivation that damages the brain Some practitioners attempt a simulation of your birth by placing you in a 'womb-like' environment, or submerge you in a bathtub; be aware of the possible risks There have been associated complications uncluding death It is banned in many countries Therapy for: Depression Anxiety Chronic pain PTSD ADHD Addictions Low self-esteem Behavioural issues in adults and children Breath-based meditation may improve: Respiratory and Lung health Stress management Focus Mindfullness Comments Invented by Leonard Orr It does not have the backing of the scientific community There is no evidence of its efficacy When used only as an accompaniment to meditation, it is likely to be beneficial to lung health Read more on Rebirthing (Breathing) > https://www.healthline.com/health/rebirthing#technique Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Diabetes: Use with caution Unsafe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing

  • Aromatherapy

    šŸ” Aromatherapy Pregnancy: Use with caution The use of aromas to improve physical, mental and emotional healing Caution Skin irritation and damage Headaches Asthma Allergic reactions to oils Not advisable in Pregnancy Can cause internal organ damage if oil is ingested Oils may interfere with ingested medications e.g. Warfarin. Therapy for: Post-Operative nausea and vomiting Pain management Anxiety Low Energy Relaxation for stress Improve sleep quality Dementia Cancer (supportive) care Air quality improvement Emotional upset Some skin problems Comments Ancient Egyptian, Chinese, Indian, Greek and Roman practice Aromatic plant oils are squeezed out from herbs, shrubs and flowers They may be applied to the skin or inhaled Read more on Aromatherapy > https://www.healthline.com/health/what-is-aromatherapy Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Diabetes: Use with caution Children: Use with caution Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing

  • Dark Therapy

    šŸ” Dark Therapy Safe with pregnancy This is the practice of keeping an individual in complete darkness for a period of time in order to treat some conditions Caution Prolonged time in the dark without alternating with light will confuse the natural rhythm, and is unlikely to make the individual feel better Therapy for: Sleeplessness Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Headaches Migraines Bipolar Disorder: Mania Comments Melatonin is beneficial for wellbeing. The body seem to produce more of it in the dark, hence, dark therapy may be beneficial as a consequence of such an increase Dark therapy does not always involve the turning out of all the lights Wearing glasses with amber coloured lenses will block out the blue part of sunlight, and the eyes and brain are made to believe that it is dark. This makes the body produce more melatonin Read more on Dark Therapy > https://psycheducation.org/treatment/bipolar-disorder-light-and-darkness/dark-therapy/ Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Children: Use with caution Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing

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