Polycystic ovary syndrome (P.C.O.S.) was first described in a research paper published in 1935 by Stein and Leventhal. Although the nomenclature was added later, the paper described symptoms of amenorrhoea (the absence of menstrual periods), hirsutism (increase in body hair),…
Colour therapy, also called chromotherapy, is a method of treating ailments by using colours. The therapy is done by shining an appropriate colour on the particular area of the body. It is also done through eyes by looking at a…
Tibetan singing bowls are a type of bells, which when played produce a rich deep tone. These bowls are also called Himalayan bowls. The bowls are said to promote relaxation and have powerful healing properties. The Tibetan singing bowls have…
One issue that concerns a large chunk of the population these days is premature graying of hair. From a teenager to a person in his 30s, all are concerned about the untimely appearance of white hair and the reasons behind…
Stress and anxiety are part and parcel of every day busy life. But for some people, it is a much bigger issue and starts to interfere with one’s daily routine. When anxiety takes center stage in life, even the small…
Diabetes is a lifelong condition in which the blood glucose also known as blood sugar becomes too high. This condition can affect anyone and is not age bound. The cases of diabetes have increased drastically in the recent past and…
Reiki is a form of alternative medicine which functions as a healing therapy. It is an ancient Japanese healing technique which relies on the saying that everything in this universe is made up of energy and one can learn to…
Ayurveda is a science and an art of living that helps to achieve health and longevity. It emphasizes on healing and preventative therapies along with other methods of purification and rejuvenation. Panchakarma therapy is an integral part of Ayurveda, which…
Unless you have been living under a rock, you must have heard of the Himalayan pink salt–a salt which has pinkish tint due to mineral impurities. These slight peachy-pink slabs of salts are known for their magical healing properties. In…