alternative medicine

What Is Your Opinion on This Article?

Question by Andrea W: What is your opinion on this article? Bracelets ‘useless’ in arthritis Magnetic wrist strap Magnetic devices have been used for arthritis for centuries Copper bracelets and magnetic wrist straps are useless for relieving pain in people with arthritis, say University of York researchers. In the first tightly controlled trial to look at both alternative therapies, there was no benefit to their use for pain or stiffness. All 45 patients tested a copper bracelet, two different magnetic wrist straps, and a demagnetised version. An arthritis charity said people should not waste their money on the therapies. Read more... ...

Depression? “Home Remedy ” Type Thing??

Question by ferretlovesscarhead: depression? “home remedy ” type thing?? i think i am depressed, throw in a bit of mood-eating, and you’ve got me. so on the outside im all cheery right? so none of my friends or family members suspect anything, but i do feel like theres just not much point right? ugh…then the eating part…ice cream and reruns anyone? ok………is 133 lbs and about 5’3″ fat? (im a girl…) i WILL NOT go to a shrink! (aka therapist or w/e) but im just wondering if theres like a “home remedy” thing out there for depression.like…honey and warm tea for a sore throat and none of those cough drops …u get it right? ok anyways… give me an answer please!! luv u guys Read more... ...