Natural Health

Question: Natural health?? Does anyone know of some natural/handy health remedies to improve both your physical appearance and mental wellbeing? I'm looking for answers such as... 8 hours sleep a night will make you look and feel fresh and reviatlised.

Answer: Try a body cleanse. :) Try "Supreme Cleanse." I do those three times a year. It makes me feel great. It's about $40 at Whole Foods. It's totally natural. I also work out for 1 hour a day. That gives me much more energy, however if you only want to do 30 minutes (min) that'd be fine too. That helps me fall asleep quicker and I generally sleep very soundly. I keep an air purifier in my bedroom. I've also noticed that that has helped me sleep more soundly. So basically, like you said - get enough sleep, BUT it needs to be good sleep so you wake refreshed. IMO your well-being revolves around how well you sleep! GL!

Question: How do I find reliable and true natural health info online? There are 10000s of websites on nutrition and natural healing etc on the iternet and I am wondering how one finds the reliable ones, not ones trying to sell you something or scaring you half to death or even writing untrue and innacurate things about food and health. I know there are a few reputable doctors specializing in alternative medicine with websites, but what about others? Nutritionists? How do you know if its not a bunch of heresay?

Answer: This is a big question. I have researched for years in this field and I think the problem is the basics are true; 1. Get rid of processed foods and start eating more raw ingredients. 2. Move away from chemical laden personal items like shampoo, soap, household cleansers, etc. 3. Supplement at least organic minerals like selenium (cancer), chromium (diabetes) and magnesium (heart disease). These principles are sound and backed up with solid scientific evidence. The problem come in with our reluctance to actually CHANGE our lifestyles. This brings on all the hucksters with magic pills and "vitamins" to where we don't have to change. There is also a large number of people who have already waited too long and are seeking a cure for the diseases created by inadequate nutrition or toxic exposure. That said, here are my favorites: mercola.com naturalnews.com lewrockwell.com/sardi/sardi-arch.html dearpharmacist.com raysahelian.com/ the-vitaman.com Even though some of them do have items to sell, everyone has to make a living and I judge by the availability of information. If they give you the information then show what they sell that's different than giving you 10 pages of hype, not telling you what is even in their product, then trying to sell it to you. Also, a sideline from my research has given me a desire to be an herbalist, the mother of all medicine. Hope this helps, Rick

Question: What can I do with a bachelor of science in natural health? I am very interested in the natural medicine field, and the first degree I would obtain would be a bachelors of science in natural health. Are there any jobs that I could obtain with just that degree?

Answer: If you're at the college already, you should talk to your academic advisor. If you're not going onto grad or medical school, then you can possibly apply your skills at a government organization, as many of the 'Departments of ....' are science based. You could also apply your skills at a corporation, but you'd definitely want to find one you believe in.

Question: What are the laws concerning natural health / holistic treatments? I'm thinking about attending Clayton College of Natural Health. I'm curious if anyone knows of any licensing restrictions or legalities in Missouri for holisitc / natural health counselors? I'm told that you can open a practice as long as you don't claim to treat, prevent, cure or diagnose illness, which basically means you could counsel people and work with nutrition, lifestyles and general wellness. Anyone know?

Answer: Yes you can counsel as long as you do not claim to treat or cure however you can say " Given the proper raw materials the body can heal itself."

Question: What are some of the better natural health magazines? I'm looking for health, natural health or women's health. Men's health is OK too as long as it doesn't have "erection or make it longer" ads or stories and doesn't have " pick up any women in 10 minutes" ads or stories

Answer: THE MOST AMAZING MAGAZINE YOU CAN GET , IM SO EXCITED TO TELL EVERYONE WHO LOVES NATRAL HOMEOPATHIC INFORMATION IS CALLED LIFE EXTENSION THE ULTIMATE SOURCE FOR NEW HEALTH FINDINGS FROM AROUND THE WORLD ADDRESS IS PO BOX 229120 HOLLYWOOD FLORIDA 33022-9120 MAGAZINE WORTH EVERY PENNY AND WORTH READING EVERY ARTICLE

Question: Is there demand for natural health centers? -holistic healing -acupuncture -massage therapy -yoga classes -meditation sessions -natural health spa -weight management -etc. All in ONE centrally located, environmentally friendly, energy efficient complex... a center that offers all natural remedies versus the manufactured pharmaceutical remedies. Would there be a demand for such a place?

Answer: yes if you build it they will come. what you need is good advertisement. a community paper that deals in such things - if you do not have that people may miss other adds.

Question: Where can I find updated information regarding labour trends for Natural Health Practitioners in Ontario? I'm looking to make a career change into the Natural/Holistic Health field, i.e. Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Swedish massage. As part of my research I'm looking for current labour market trends and projected future trends in the province of Ontario.

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Question: Has anyone been to or heard about Clayton College of Natural Health? I was looking into Online college class for Natural Health. I am just seeing if this school is good or NOT! I did check witht he BBB and they did have one complaint that was fixed .

Answer: Yep, I'm currently enrolled. I'm a passive person and my instructors/staff are not pushing the "fire" and motivating me. So you have to be a self-starter and do what you have to do to finish if you choose this school. If I was to do it over I would do like you're doing asking around. I would also check out Trinity, saw the ad in a magazine but don't know the full details. found it here's trinity: http://www.trinityschool.org/

Question: Has anyone used Hugh Downs book on natural health remedies? Is it legit? I saw the ad online for natural health remedies that Hugh Downs is advertising for and wondered if it is for real or a fraud.

Answer: I have not read his book, but I know a site that you can get a lot of good reliable natural health remedies for free. Go to http://www.priceless-home-remedies.com and search the site. You will find many remedies for all kinds of ailments.

Question: Recipe for Chocolate-Chile Cake that was in Natural Health Magazine? I picked up the magazine while waiting with a friend, and noticed this recipe: Dark Chocolate-Chile Cake w/ Pumpkin Whipped Cream I took some pics with my phone, but they're too blurry to make out some of the measurements. The recipe isn't on the Natural Health website that I can find. Can anyone give me the ingredients with measurements and/or a clear image of it?

Answer: http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m0NAH/is_10_39/ai_n39299821/pg_3/ Ta Da!

Question: What kind of job can you get with an Associate Degree in Natural Health? What kind of job can you get with an Associate Degree in Natural Health?

Answer: If by "Natural Health" you mean "alternative medicine", then the degree would be bogus and unethical.

Question: Which natural health school has a better reputation or following? Clayton's College of Natural Health or Bastyr?? debating where to go any information on either is welcomed.Thanks

Answer: I know of Bastyr, if you're talking about the University in Washington (http://www.bastyr.edu/). It looks like Clayton College of Natural Health offers an online education, which is less than optimal given the choice. Hands-on is always better. I debated on attending Bastyr when deciding whether to become a ND or homeopath. A medical doctor (friend) who also trained as an acupuncturist in China presented me with a simple question: What do you want to do? My answer, thus solution: Homeopathy. Consider your own goals in helping you decide.

Question: where can I find some local natural health care practisioners? I want ones that deal in natural cures only!

Answer: if ur in the UK. check out Holland & Barret. they're on line 2. but 4 the best advice visit a shop, they have extensive leaflets & books covering alternative/natural cures.

Question: Anyone have experience trying to bring their natural nails back to health? I have had artificial nails for at least 7 years. I now want to remove them. I know my natural nail bed is going to be weak, sensitive and brittle. What products work best to restore health to natural nails after years of abuse?

Answer: Purchase some nail polish remover with acetone and put it in a glass dish and soak them off. It will be a somewhat slow process, but if you go to the salon to get it done they will most likely "pop" them off which really hurts and does lots of damage to your nail beds. If you soak them off, put a towel over them while they're soaking so you don't get all the fumes. Use an orangewood stick to gently remove them once they get soft enough to do so. After you've gotten all of the residue off of your natural nails, shape them up with a nail file and gently push back your cuticles. Don't cut your cuticles because if you cut them too much you can allow them to get infected. Clean off your nails and make sure they are free of oils. I would recommend Nail Envy by OPI, the original formula. It has directions inside the box that it comes in, but I always told my clients to put 2 coats of it on then one more every other day to help strengthen and protect your nails until a whole new nail grew in. Definitely use a cuticle oil or balm every night before you go to bed, massaging it in gently, which will stimulate the nail beds to grow and keep your cuticles soft and healthy. Remove all of the Nail Envy once a week and start over again with 2 new coats. You can wear polish over it too if you would like to, just use a good top coat (OPI is really great, the fast drying one) to seal the color with. Taking prenatals is great for your nails too when you're trying to grow them out. Any kind will be fine. If you can afford to get natural nail manicures, that will help a lot too! Hope this is all helpful for you!

Question: What is the approximate markup of natural health products sold by health stores? I'm starting a small wholesling business (1 product at a time). If the product has a retail sale price of £10-12, what would the retail store be willing to pay for it?

Answer: As a general rule, purchase cost less than 1/2 retail .. in this case less than £5 - £6 ... .. however in the 'luxury' / 'health' market, markups can easily be x10 (so £1 to £1.20). Go look in any 'Body Shop' store .. consider the large number of staff 'hanging around' (they never seem to be doing anything, but they all have to be paid) .. consider the wide open spaces, fancy packaging of the products (packaging has to be paid for, as do the workers who (manually) wrap the product) .. plainly this has to be a 'high end' business (high mark-ups) Then contrast with eg. Woolworth's .. see the goods plied high on shelves crammed together with almost zero isle space and one or two tills with staff (if you can find any) working their b*lls off .. plainly this is the low end (low mark-up) business ...

Question: How can I commercialize a natural health product (antibacterial) before FDA approval? any good references, etc? I am interested in knowing the options to put in the market an antimicrobial agent (fastest options). Any help, references will be appreciated,

Answer: To the response before this, I understand your concern, and I'd agree with it, but I don't believe that (s)he is saying FDA approval isn't being sought out eventually. Rather, I get the impression that in the meantime between the approval (which from what I've heard, the approval may be a very lengthy time period), understandably, some return on the cost of production would be sought as well as a sort of trial run. I do not know the industry, but, I do believe that especially if it's a natural health product, you can sell it as a natural food rather than a medicine, in the same classification of herbs and herbal teas which are sold alongside organic foods rather than on the same grocer aisle as medicines. I'd look into marketing it in this fashion, and though this means you cannot make actual backed medical claims (I do not know the details), there are always around this, especially if marketed well. All the best.