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People’s attitudes towards drugs and medicines are changing. As recent posts report misuse of drugs and accidental overdose of prescribed man made medicines, more and more people are seeking alternative sources of medicines which have less likelihood of putting you at risk if something goes wrong.

Herbal remedies have been created from plant extracts. It’s during the photosynthesis process that plants will produce the substances that are useful within medicines when the plants are picked. It’s the plants natural defences that we are wanting to reap, as it is these properties that benefit us.
Herbal alternatives now include various minerals, fungi plants and can be also found in certain animal parts and the products of bees. There are also compounds in spices and herbs that we use in daily cooking which provide positive medicinal benefits to our bodies.
So rather than continue to consume pre-formed tablets for the next cold or illness you get, think about other natural products that could still provide the same end result as conventional man made medicines, but without the risk of creating other health issues if dosed wrong.

Massages have always been used as a relaxant, to de-stress the body and relieve tight muscles from aches and pains. A relatively new method of massage that is becoming popular as an alternative to prescription medicines is deep tissue massage.

Deep tissue massage provides relief from chronic muscle issues and problems relating to connective tissue. As these massages are penetrating deeper to the core of muscles, the movements associated with a deep massage are usually slower and more pressured than an ordinary massage. This is to re-align the deep muscles which are causing the problem.

The patient can experience some pain while undergoing a deep tissue massage, as not only are the fingers used, but the masseuse will use their elbows, palms and knuckles to manipulate pressure on the muscle, hard enough to have an effect.

It’s not suitable for pregnant women or those recovering from surgery. Nor should it be done if the patient has any bruising or unhealed wounds close to the area that requires treatment. Prior to booking your deep tissue massage, always seek professional medical advice from either a doctor qualified masseuse.

Green tea has been considered very beneficial to a person’s health for some time now. The primary bonus is that green tea is high in antioxidants which can help as a preventive measure to illness leading to cancer and heart disease. Because of its natural ingredients, and the fact its leaves are not fermented prior to brewing, the tea is also low in caffeine.

Recent research has found that there are further health benefits from drinking green tea on a regular basis, such as:

Prevention of strokes occurring. Up to three cups a day could reduce your risk by 21%.

Improved health of gums and teeth. By sipping a green tea drink per day research showed reductions in patients of periodontal disease, or as it is more commonly known – gum disease.

Reduction of stress. The presence of amino acid L-theanine within green tea lends itself to bring on relaxation and relieve stress.

The eastern religions have long supported and promoted the use of alternative medicines. One method as used by the Indian Hindu school of thought is healing stones on your body’s chakras points. This has only become apparent to the western civilisation in recent years, but is being introduced in the UK as the country expands its cultural awareness and diversity.

Chakras are points along the body, with the main seven chakras positioned along nerve points up and down the spinal column. There are smaller chains of chakras along the arms and legs, but it is thought that those along the length of the spine are the most affected by the placement of healing stones.

The recommended healing stones are specific to certain chakras points and to specific ailments. The colour of the stones is also linked the differing limbs with chakras points. The size also affects the strength of the stone.

There are qualified practitioners who will diagnose what is the best fit remedy using healing stones, or alternatively, you can become self taught in this area and purchase stones of varying qualities via the web.

A popular alternative that more and more people are choosing is acupuncture. This process involves the patient lying down and having very thin needles inserted in to specific areas of the body, that are left in for around 30 minutes.

The instruments used are called filiform needles, which penetrate the skin along the bodies meridians for pain relieve and improve, well being and Qi (pronounced ch’i).

Originating from China, acupuncture has been used for centuries as a remedy for a variety of illnesses and complaints. It first came under scrutiny from western civilisation scientific research in the 20th century, and to this day, there are still sceptics in the medical field who doubt the healing benefits of acupuncture.

Should you wish to try acupuncture for any aliment you have, first research within your local area any qualified alternative health centres where acupuncture is undertaken. As well as addressing health problems, acupuncture has been used for addressing addictions like smoking. They will ensure that all needles are sterilised, and discuss with you first the health problems you have, to make sure they pin point (no pun intended) the correct meridian zones, relevant to the health issue.