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Research is showing that regular exercise may not be enough to stave off heart disease; you need to keep moving, even after you visit the gym.

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Thanks to the help of acupuncture and IVF, Celine Dion is finally pregnant after years of trying- and with twins!

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Flea season is upon us, and it is important that we have all the information we need to make the right choices for our furry friends.  Recently, the EPA issued a warning about “spot-on” type flea medications, citing adverse reactions in dogs and cats ranging from skin irritation to neurological problems to deaths.

While many of these reactions are thought to have been due to improper use of the spot-on meds, further testing needs to be done to evaluate the safety of these products.

If you choose to use chemical pesticide based flea control, be sure the use the right product for your pet and follow the directions carefully.

Natural pesticides such as diatomaceous earth, lemon water and essential oils can be great non-toxic flea control alternatives.  Many pet stores now carry non-toxic products formulated to control fleas and other pests.  The Internet has a wealth of information on non-toxic flea treatments.

More information about the EPA warning:

Full AP Article: Pet deaths prompt warnings on flea meds

EPA’s Website: EPA to Increase Restrictions on Flea and Tick Products

Acupuncture helps two year old Athena overcome the effects of cerebral palsy.
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An Italian study recently published in Evidence-based Complimentary and Alternative Medicine demonstrated that acupuncture has a significant beneficial effect for patients suffering from painful periods (dysmenorrhea) resistant to conventional medical treatment.

The participants, who suffered moderate to severe dysmenorrhea, were given 8 weekly acupuncture treatments over a period of 2 months, with needles inserted in applicable point locations for 30 minutes.

13 of the 15 participants in the study experienced substantial pain reduction and reduced use of NSAIDs following the acupuncture treatments.  7 of the 15 participants ceased NSAID use completely and remained asymptomatic when questioned 6 months after treatments ended.

Acupuncture Treatment of Dysmenorrhea Resistant to Conventional Medical Treatment

Dr. Philip Lang and colleagues of the University of Munich used quantitative sensory testing to explore changes in pain sensitivity with acupuncture in 24 healthy volunteers. Researchers found that pain thresholds increased by up to 50 percent after applying acupuncture.  Effects were noted in both the treated and untreated area.

The study, published in the May issue of Anesthesia & Analgesia, offers further scientific validity for the use of traditional Chinese medicine in the treatment of pain.