Healing Therapies Mary Lea Holcomb

What Does a Holistic Health Practitioner Do?

Learn everything you need to know about the roles and responsibilities of a holistic health practitioner.

Seven Surprising Conditions Your Acupuncturist Can Treat

I learned firsthand the remarkable variety of conditions and symptoms that can effectively be treated with acupuncture and Chinese medicine. Here are seven.

Healing Herb? Marijuana Could Treat These 5 Conditions

Live Science has rounded up the promising evidence that medical marijuana may help people with certain conditions.

Alternative Medicine Guide: Find the Right Treatment for You

From acupuncture and aromatherapy to reiki and reflexology, choosing 
the best healing modality for you 
can be tricky. Use this guide to 
13 popular treatments to find your 
alternative medicine match.

Many don't disclose complementary and alternative medicine use

More than two-fifths of Americans do not disclose complementary and alternative medicine use to their primary care providers.

3 Things to Know About Complementary and Alternative Medicine

Why do some people eagerly embrace complementary and alternative medicine for cancer (CAM) while oth...

Find more success by collaborating with alternative medicine

Complementary and alternative medicine has gained popularity over the past 20 years and you can benefit from partnering with other alt-medicine providers.

Many Health-Care Workers Have Turned to Alternative Medicine

Their use of everything from herbals to massage exceeds that of the general public, research suggests

Thinking Outside the Box: Should Your Health Plan Include Alternative Medicine?

Statistics indicate roughly 40% of the American population report using alternative therapies.

What Is Reflexology and What Can It Help You With?Alternative Medicine

Anyone who wants to know what is reflexology is going to be rather interested in this alternative treatment because there is actually a lot of information to

My Clever Trick for Finding Holistic Practitioners

Our family has arrived safely in our new home. Our truckload of boxes arrived the following day. And now, other than hanging pictures on the wall and finding homes for a few things, we’re pretty settled. It’s hard to beat how that feels in these situations. Right? Time for the next list of decisions to...

Expert Interview with Dr. Jupitor Chakma on Holistic Health Practices

What are some ways that people can integrate holistic health and naturopathy with Western medicine?

Does alternative medicine deserve a chance?

Alternative medicine can include things like herbal remedies, reflexology and acupuncture.

Why Are Medical Associations Against Alternative Medicine?

Find out why the American Medical Association and other conventional medical groups oppose chiropractors and naturopaths who practice alternative medicine.

Alternative Medicine Pros and Cons

Before trying out any type of alternative medicine, it's a good idea to consider the pros and cons. Learn about alternative therapies at EverydayHealth.com.

12 Questions About Insurance and Alternative Medicine

You may be covered in part for some therapies. Find out the 12 most common questions people have about insurance coverage for complementary / alternative medicine.

Benefits of Holistic Health Treatments

Holistic medicine is a kind of healing that addresses the whole individual, including their physical body, mind, emotions, and spirit, to achieve optimal wellness and health. According to the philo…

Holistic Health Care Facts and Statistics

The World Health Organization estimates 65 - 80 percent of the population use holistic naturopathic medicine as a primary form of health care.

Benefits of Alternative Medicine

Half of Women Use Alternative Medicine to Deal With Menopause

Women are increasingly turning to alternative medicine to treat menopausal symptoms, with new research showing 53 percent use at least some form of unconventional therapy.