Natural Products - The Foundation Of Holistic Health

There is a myriad of all natural goods available today. Most of these products have popped up in the past ten years, but most of the holistic ideas started in the 60's and 70's with the hippie generation. The idea of a holistic approach to medicine is that, rather than just treating the symptoms of disease, it is necessary to treat the mind, body and spirit together to achieve a cure. The idea is more one of prevention, rather than treating symptoms. With all of the side-effects that most drugs in traditional medicine have, and with all the unhealthy chemicals that many common products contain, the idea with holistic healing is to get away from all that and get back to nature. There are many different products that claim to be all natural holistic therapies and products, so which ones are really natural health remedies? The general rule of thumb is that if you can't understand the ingredients, then it probably isn't all natural. Learning about what products work and which do not is part of holistic education.

For what ailments are these natural products to be used? The answer is for nearly everything. There are holistic treatments for acne, brain function, anti-ageing, halitosis, body detoxing, children's health, sexual functions, eczema, fertility, pregnancy, memory loss, motion sickness, warts, weight loss, and many, many more. If you can think of a problem, then there is a holistic treatment out there to heal it. However, some products do not work, or only work under certain conditions. It is necessary to do your research about a certain product before purchasing. Also, consulting with a doctor before starting any holistic medicine is a good idea. Not only are there holistic products to treat bodily health; in recent years there has been an increase in the amount of holistic and organic products for other areas of life as well. There are many different all natural cleaning products on the market, as well as organic clothing and other household goods. The organic food market has blossomed into a huge commercial market. Nearly all major food chains have added organic or all natural items to their food lists, and there is even an all natural pizza being sold.

It is important to try and work some of the natural products into your life. Starting slowly is the key, adding one new thing at a time, perhaps with a hot stone massage. After you have reaped the benefits from one type of all natural treatment, you will likely want to try another. Adding holistic alternative products and treatments is a great addition for a healthy life.

Traditional Healing in Modern Medicine

You've heard that it's takes a village to raise a child, but Dr. Mehl-Madrona believes that it often takes a community to heal someone who is ill. The indigenous ways have much to teach us. In his books and this interview he tells us stories that he's told to his patients to help in their healing process. These stories give us universal wisdom and strength.

• Discover how to use the community to help your friends and family heal
• See how to integrate contemporary medicine with traditional healing
• Learn the traditional meaning of the Four Directions
• See how you can use stories to enhance the healing process
• Discover the hidden meaning of the Native American Medicine Wheel
• Be Inspired to live in harmony with the seasons and nature
• Learn about the real meaning of “success” in healing
• Explore how to use our ancestors’ spirits in healing and story
• Find out what the benefits of ceremony can be in your life
• Learn to create your own ceremonies for daily living
• See how the Ravens Beak story relates to modern health issues

Lewis Mehl-Madrona holds an M.D. from Stanford University and has been a practicing doctor for over 20 years. An experienced healer who has led many Native American healing ceremonies, Dr. Mehl-Madrona has also headed traditional medical clinics, helping AIDS and cancer patients as well as researching the benefits of relaxation techniques to aid in the natural correction of breech positioned babies. He is currently an Associate Professor of Family Practice at the University Of Hawaii School Of Medicine. He has been studying and working in the field of Native American and indigenous healing for many years.