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- Antioxidants
🔍 Antioxidants Safe with pregnancy These are substances that destroy harmful molecules that are bad for your cells. The molecules are created when oxygen is broken down to be used. Antioxidants attach themselves to these damaged oxygen and keep them away from harming you Caution Too much antioxidant is not healthy Antioxidants can attach themselves to some minerals and prevent them from doing their duties Elderly individuals can come to harm by eating too much antioxidants They may interfere with some anti-cancer drug efficacy Therapy for: Antioxidants help your body to manage the damaging effects of: Infections Toxins in the body Cigarette smoking Air pollution Too much minerals intake Too much exercise (which leads to tissue damage) Cancer Comments Some of these harmful molecules (damaged oxygen) are actually good for the body Your body makes its own Anti-oxidant, mainly Glutathione Fruits, Vegetables and Berries are rich in antioxidants Common sources include: - Turmeric - Olive Oil (Extra Virgin) - Strawberries - Blueberries - Goji Berries - Raspberries - Red Cabbage - Beetroot - Kale - Spinach - Carrots - Artichokes - Beans - Dark Chocolate It is better to source your antioxidant through your food than to take supplements Too much antioxidant can be harmful to the body Read more on Antioxidants > https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/antioxidants-explained#free-radicals Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Safe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Dark Therapy
🔍 Dark Therapy Safe with pregnancy This is the practice of keeping an individual in complete darkness for a period of time in order to treat some conditions Caution Prolonged time in the dark without alternating with light will confuse the natural rhythm, and is unlikely to make the individual feel better Therapy for: Sleeplessness Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Headaches Migraines Bipolar Disorder: Mania Comments Melatonin is beneficial for wellbeing. The body seem to produce more of it in the dark, hence, dark therapy may be beneficial as a consequence of such an increase Dark therapy does not always involve the turning out of all the lights Wearing glasses with amber coloured lenses will block out the blue part of sunlight, and the eyes and brain are made to believe that it is dark. This makes the body produce more melatonin Read more on Dark Therapy > https://psycheducation.org/treatment/bipolar-disorder-light-and-darkness/dark-therapy/ Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Children: Use with caution Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Rolfing (Structural Integration)
🔍 Rolfing (Structural Integration) Safe with pregnancy This is therapy that manipulates your deep tissue, and gives you movement education that balances the muscles and joints of your body. The aim is to empower your body-parts to work well together, and to deal with the effects of gravity, posture and daily activities. This good balance is believed to promote wellbeing Caution The therapy can be painful to the individual Deep tissue manipulation may be harmful if performed close to cancer sites on the body Therapy for: Improved posture Sciatica Lower back pain Poor mobility Frozen shoulder Neck pain Headaches Temporomandibular joint dysfunction Postoperative pain Hip pain Repetitive strain injury (RSI) Improved flexibility Body balance Chronic pain management Increase range of body and joint movement Breathing improvement Comments Developed by Ida Rolf in the 1950's It is delivered in ten sessions, called 'the recipe' There is no scientific backing for the claims made about rolfing There are similarities with osteopathy and myofascial release therapies Read more on Rolfing (Structural Integration) > https://www.rolfinguk.co.uk/ Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Safe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Hydrotherapy
🔍 Hydrotherapy Safe with pregnancy This is the application of water to stimulate blood flow for therapeutic purposes. It can be in the form of water, ice or steam, and its use can be internal or external. Water regulates temperature and pressure, thereby modifying wellbeing and disease processes alike. Immersion is often combined with exercises to realise the full potential of hydrotherapy Caution Beware extremes of temperature; significantly cold or hot water will cause more harm than benefits Avoid if you have: An open wound Incontinence Chlorine allergy Poorly controlled epilepsy Acute vomiting Significant illness symtoms including heart failure and shortness of breath Refrain form urinating in public hydrotherapy sites Therapy for: General Acute pain management Chronic pain management Improved self confidence Relaxation Recovery and recuperation from illness or surgery Stroke rehabilitation Mobility Improved body movement Allows weightbearing on delicate body structures e.g joint replacements Improved coordination and body balance Improve independence Improved walking ability and technique Muscles and Joints Improved function Muscle healing Improved muscle strength Arthritis management Reduce swelling Back and neck problems, including ankylosing spondylitis Organs Improved circulation Blood pressure management Improved heart health Improved skin defence function Improved executive function Improved immunity Comments It is as old as mankind Used by ancient Egyptian, Greek and Roman civilisations The warmth of the water relaxes the muscle and promotes their movement The buoyancy supports the weight of the muscles and encourages them to move You don't have to be a swimmer to enjoy the benefits of hydrotherapy It could be as a full body immersion or as a partial immersion Techniques include: Showers Alternate hot and cold water flow directed unto the back and spine Baths Water soaked sheets Water soaked towels Read more on Hydrotherapy > https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4049052/ Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Safe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Amphetamines (Adderall)
🔍 Amphetamines (Adderall) Unsafe with pregnancy Tablet, Pink powder. Stimulant Caution Recreational use may cause: Psychosis Severe dehydration Blood Pressure increase; dangerously high Body Temperature increase; dangerously high Heart Rate increase; dangerously high Stroke Heart Attack Not advisable in patients with: Glaucoma Hypertension High thyroid function Therapy for: Improved alertness and strength Increased muscle strength Increased sexual desire Treatment for: - ADHD - Narcolepsy - Obesity Comments Amphetamines are: Prescription drugs Illegal to possess for recreational purposes Addictive Read more on Amphetamines (Adderall) > https://www.talktofrank.com/drug/speed Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Diabetes: Use with caution Unsafe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Oral sex
🔍 Oral sex Safe with pregnancy It is the stimulation of your partner’s genitals (Penis, Vagina, Vulva and Clitoris) and anus with your lips, tongue and mouth. It is a natural method of sexual engagement Caution Always maintain good hygiene Do not have oral sex: - Up to three hours after flossing or brushing the teeth: Use mints or breath fresheners instead - For up to one week after dental treatment - If you have mouth sores With new or casual partners, use barriers – Condoms and Dams Flavoured barriers are available from pharmacists STI transmission is possible Oral sex with HPV partners could increase the risk of Throat cancer Therapy for: Couple’s choice Improving sexual foreplay Alternative to human genital penetrative sex Managing or controlling orgasm Comments This practice is capable of reducing the chances of miscarriage (‘Paternal tolerance’ reduces the risk of Pre-eclampsia) Ensure that it is always your choice to participate Read more on Oral sex > https://www.nhs.uk/common-health-questions/sexual-health/what-is-oral-sex/, https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa065497 Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Unsafe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Polarity Therapy
🔍 Polarity Therapy Safe with pregnancy This is the attempt to balance the flow of energy in the body in order to improve wellbeing. It is believed that illnesses are caused by disruptions in the energy flow. A number of techniques including bodywork and stretching exercises are used in the process of reaching this balance Caution The use of polarity therapy as the only intervention for illnesses is harmful to wellbeing Therapy for: Allergies Anxiety Chronic fatigue Depression Headaches Migraine Arthritis Back pain Irritable bowel Improved immunity Increase energy Increase range of motion Cancer Stress Comments It was developed by chiropractor Randolph Stone They suggest three types of energy fields in the body: - Long-line currents that run north to south of the body (head to toe) - Transverse currents that run east to west in the body (left to right) - Spiral currents that start at the navel and expand outwards Always consult with your healthcare giver for your symptoms Read more on Polarity Therapy > https://www.ukpta.org.uk/, https://www.verywellhealth.com/the-benefits-of-polarity-therapy-89865#:~:text=Polarity%20therapy%20is%20an%20alternative,balancing%20and%20polarity%20energy%20balancing. Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Children: Use with caution Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Animal Assisted Therapy: Dogs
🔍 Animal Assisted Therapy: Dogs Safe with pregnancy The use of an animal companion as a pet to improve an individual's social, emotional, motivational or functional activities Caution Dogs can be aggressive Daily exercise is necessary for dogs Vet bills may be high. Get insurance if possible Not to be left home alone during periods of absence Therapy for: Autism Anxiety Depression Loneliness Physical exercise Stress Recovering from illness PTSD Blindness assistance Deafness assistance Family or Relationship bonding Supportive care for: - Seizures - Diabetes supportive management - Medication management Commonly recommended breeds include: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Poodle Yorkshire Terrier Golden Retriever Labrador retriever Pug Chihuahua Viszla Beagle Bichon Frise Pembroke Welsh Corgi Pomeranian French bulldog Italian grey hound Dachshund Saint Bernard Irish setter German shepherd Shetland sheepdog Greyhound Rottweiler Bullmastiff Dalmatian Border collie Bloodhound Comments Also offers protection for vulnerable people Will be a pet and a loyal friend Some definitions: Service dog; Trained for specific purposes, they usually help an individual with a disability to lead a more independent life Guide dogs for the visually impaired are an example Emotional Support dogs (or other animals); Supportive to the individual They do not receive any special training They can go on airplanes No public access rights Therapy dogs; They are trained to provide comfort to the individual They can help individuals to perform and cope with physical activities, for eample They are not service dogs Read more on Animal Assisted Therapy: Dogs > https://topdogtips.com/best-therapy-dog-breeds-list/ Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Safe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Animal Assisted Therapy: Fish
🔍 Animal Assisted Therapy: Fish Safe with pregnancy The use of an animal companion as a pet to improve an individual's social, emotional, motivational or functional activities Caution Keep in a suitable tank Tank hygiene and maintenance can be tasking It is not advisable to keep fish in bowls or plastic bags of water Therapy for: Anxiety, general Intense forms of Anxiety Autism Alzheimer’s Disease supportive care Schizophrenia Relaxation aid Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD ) Common Fish Types: Cold Water Aquarium - Gold fish - White Cloud - Bloodfin Tetras Heated Tank - Black Molly - Kuhli Loach - Swordtails - Danios - Platies - Betta Black Skirt Tetra Comments Suitable for apartment and small homes Calm and serene Visual delight Calming sound from bubbles Read more on Animal Assisted Therapy: Fish > https://www.fishkeepingworld.com/8-reasons-to-keep-fish/ Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Safe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Vaginal Steaming
🔍 Vaginal Steaming Unsafe with pregnancy This is the act of a female squatting over a bowl of steaming hot liquid infused with herbs. The aim is to 'cleanse' the vagina and promote genital wellbeing. It is often used after childbirth Caution Side effects may include: Burns Vaginal infections Allergic reactions to herbs Damage to vulva and vagina Therapy for: Vaginal health and hygiene Maintaining feminine identity Post-delivery vaginal care Vaginal canal tightening Sexual pleasure enhancement Uterine cleansing Enhanced fertility To relieve cramps Comments The vagina cleans itself naturally Any herbal additions may limit the actions of the good bacteria and thus, be harmful to the vagina It is better to be guided by your healthcare givers regarding your genital wellbeing Read more on Vaginal Steaming > https://www.health.harvard.edu/womens-health/what-is-vaginal-steaming Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Unsafe with diabetes Unsafe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Lifeline
🔍 Lifeline Safe with pregnancy Free telephone helplines to provide comfort and reassurance to those who may experience suicidal thoughts Caution Please call 999 or your local emergency number if you have physically harmed yourself or taken an overdose Therapy for: To help when you feel very sad, down or desperate To listen when one is confused about their continued existence To discuss with suicidal individuals and help them turn their views around when possible Comments Lines are open 24 hours UK : Samaritans. 116 123 USA : National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. 1-800-273-8255 Australia : Lifeline. 13 11 14 China : Lifeline. 021 6279 8990 Hong Kong : The Samaritans. 28 96 00 00 Other Countries: Please Call the National Emerency Number Read more on Lifeline > https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/suicide/, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lines, Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Safe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Grains
🔍 Grains Safe with pregnancy These are the most common source of food energy. When taken in the right quality and quantity, they can have beneficial effects on the wellbeing. They are small, hard dry seeds that grow on grass plants called cereals. Corn, Wheat and Rice are the commonest examples Caution Some grains contain the gluten protein, to which many people may be intolerant Refined grains have had the healthy outer part removed, leaving the carb-only interior. This is considered by nutritionists as being unhealthy Therapy for: Whole grain consumption has positive effects that include a reduced risk of: Obesity Heart Diseases Type 2 Diabetes Colon Cancer Comments Wheat is the biggest culprit for gluten content intolerance Wheat also contain FODMAPs like Lactose, to which many are intolerant The Paleo diet advises an elimination of grains Read more on Grains > https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/grains-good-or-bad#TOC_TITLE_HDR_6 Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Diabetes: Use with caution Safe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing