Naturopathic Holistic Homeopathic Alternative Medicine Atlanta Georgia
Naturopathic Holistic Homeopathic Alternative Medicine Atlanta Georgia
The symptoms of an overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism) are so wide-ranging — affecting your mood, energy, body temperature, weight, heart, and more — that it may be difficult to identify the correct designation right away. The risk of hyperthyroidism increases the older we get. The diagnosis of thyroid problems can be particularly tricky in older individuals. … [Read more...]
Most weight loss programs fail because they do not address the underlying causes of obesity or unexplained weight gain, and because most programs are not individualized to the person's individual health needs. Conventional Weight Loss Treatment for Obesity & Overweight: Diet usually consisting of a decrease in calories and change in dietary habits. Exercise. Behavioral therapy (includes many commercial weight loss programs). Drugs including appetite suppressants and stimulants. Surgery. The most common operations, vertical banded gastroplasty and gastric bypass, radically reduce stomach volume. There are a variety of nutrient deficiencies that may occur as a result of these procedures. Conventional doctors rarely have the time to do the dietary, nutritional or lifestyle counseling which is necessary to implement the changes needed for permanent weight loss. … [Read more...]
Naturopathic physicians combine the wisdom of nature with the rigors of modern science. Steeped in traditional healing methods, principles and practices, naturopathic medicine focuses on holistic, proactive prevention and comprehensive diagnosis and treatment. By using protocols that minimize the risk of harm, naturopathic physicians help facilitate the body’s inherent ability to restore and maintain optimal health. It is the naturopathic physician’s role to identify and remove barriers to good health by helping to create a healing internal and external environment. Naturopathic physicians work in private practices, hospitals, clinics and community health centers. Naturopathic Doctors practice throughout the United States and Canada. Qualified naturopathic physicians undergo rigorous training before they become licensed health-care practitioners. Naturopathic Doctors help people all types of medical conditions and can provide both individual and family health solutions. Among the most common ailments they deal with are allergies, chronic pain, digestive issues, hormonal imbalances, obesity, respiratory conditions, heart disease, fertility problems, menopause, … [Read more...]
As a teenager, everyone in some point of their lives experience pimples, zits, boils, cysts, and blackheads. But the worst skin problem is having Eczema. Don’t you ever get tired of scratching your skin until it bleeds? Or have nasty blisters and scars on your body, because of the uncontrollable itch! What causes this skin disease and how can we treat it? Skin Conditions and Eczema Eczema is a condition that causes the skin to become inflamed or irritated, which usually appears very dry, thickened, or scaly. No matter which part of the skin is affected, eczema is almost always itchy. Sometimes the itching will start before the rash appears, but when it does the rash most commonly occurs on the face, knees, wrists, hands, or feet. Eczema affects about 20 percent of adults and children in the U.S. Most infants who develop the condition outgrow it by their 10th birthday, while some people continue to experience symptoms on and off throughout their life. The most common type of eczema is known as atopic “dermatitis,” or “atopic eczema.” Atopic refers to a group of diseases that develops other allergic conditions, such as asthma and hay fever. In fair-skinned … [Read more...]
Are you feeling stressed out from work, school, and sports where you just can’t function?L Or hanging out at bars & nightclubs, while smoking and drinking, telling yourself that your problems will eventually wither away. What if you had to do a presentation project for your job, and you weren’t fully prepared? Maybe, because of the amount of stress that your boss is impatiently and expecting you to complete! The reasons why you feel this way? Is because you’re Adrenal glands are stressed out!!! Adrenal Stress The adrenal glands are our stress glands. We must have strong adrenal function in order to handle the stress of life. In fact, life is literally impossible without the adrenals. With adrenal insufficiency, life's emergencies become overwhelming where we are unable to respond effectively to life’s challenges. Each cell must be able to produce the energy of life. Chronic fatigue is an inability to regularly produce adequate energy within the body. When the adrenal glands are weaken from receiving energy, what happens is, that the energy production within the cells. Become disrupted do to the lack of oxygen that pulls within the … [Read more...]
Are you are getting tired of watching everyone playing sports, jogging on the beach and looking so healthy and fit? Why does it seem that everyone knows what to do when it comes to looking and feeling healthy? Is there a top secret that everyone knows and not you? Do you feel left out, because you tried every diet that you could and it seems as though it’s not working!L Here is the problem; the body is like your vacuum cleaner, every once in while you have to clean it out. Eating healthy is a great start, but cleaning your insides is even better. We have to detoxify our bodies to get great results, in order for us to have a better change within In ancient times it was a requirement to fast and detox through prays and rituals. In the animal kingdom, animals would fast from illness or hibernation from long winter sleeps. Unfortunately, as us humans we don’t have to sleep in caves like our loving creatures. But the longevity, of our diet may cause changes in our fast-past society, where pills and junk food appears more appealing to the eye. We’ve eaten several meals a day, usually various combinations of only 10 or 20 foods. During our lifetime, drastic changes in processing … [Read more...]
What is Organic Acid Testing? Organic acid testing is a way to measure whether your body is getting and using nutrients to drive optimal health. Nutrients are protecting agents. Just as your car has additives and devices that protect it, nutrients serve to protect your heart, brain, and other critical organs. Like a car’s gauges warn of potential problems, your body has certain chemical indicators, known as organic acids, that can alert you to potential problems. Also measured are markers that assess intestinal health, neurotransmitter activity, and detoxification demands. Early warnings can help you make diet and lifestyle changes that may both extend and enhance your quality of life. Many chronic health problems can be difficult to diagnose, especially when they involve nonspecific symptoms such as fatigue, foggy thinking, gastrointestinal upset, joint aches, sleep cycle disturbances, and more. Standard medical testing is designed to identify disease states. Organic acid testing does not diagnose disease; it helps to give insight into the causes of disease. … [Read more...]
Although insurance coverage for alternative medicine is still fairly limited, an increasing number of companies are covering complementary therapies. Acupuncture, massage, and chiropractic care are the most commonly covered therapies, but some companies also cover treatments like herbal, naturopathy medicine and homeopathy. Here's how to increase your chances of getting coverage for alternative treatments: 1) Check Your Policy If you're seeking coverage for complementary and alternative medicine, start by carefully studying your health insurance plan. Since many plans have considerable limits to their coverage, you should also call your insurance company and ask the following questions before you begin treatment: Does my plan only cover services determined to be medically necessary? Does complementary care need to be pre-authorized or pre-approved? Does my plan limit the conditions it will cover? Will I need to see a practitioner in your network? Is coverage available for care provided by out-of-network practitioners? Is there a co-payment? 2) Know Your Visit Limits Many insurance companies restrict the number of visits that will be … [Read more...]
An increasing number of insurance companies and managed-care organizations are covering complementary and alternative medicine, fueled by consumer demand and a growing body of scientific evidence demonstrating the benefits and cost-effectiveness. A recent survey of 18 major HMOs and insurance providers, including Aetna, Medicare, Prudential, and Kaiser Permanente, found that 14 of them covered at least 11 of 34 alternative therapies. Chiropractic, massage therapy and acupuncture are the three most-covered therapies followed by naturopathic medicine. Other therapies that are increasingly being included are herbal remedies, homeopathy, mind-body stress management, and meditation. But the extent of coverage is still quite limited; people typically pay for services on a discounted fee-for-service basis or are allowed an unrealistically small number of sessions. The end result is that the treatments are wrongly judged as being ineffective when the real problem is that the limited coverage didn't allow the person to complete the recommended treatment plan. Here are answers to the 12 most common questions about insurance coverage for complementary and alternative … [Read more...]
Why do so many of us have thyroid problems? Thyroid disease, malfunctions of the thyroid gland, hyperthyroid (overactive) or hypothyroid (underactive) are showing signs in our population of becoming an epidemic says “The Colorado Thyroid Disease Prevalence Study”. This is a trend across the board in American health, where we are seeing many common diseases moving to an epidemic stage. You name a disease and it is probably an epidemic or moving toward becoming an epidemic-like thyroid disease. … [Read more...]