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(Remember that these are subtle colors impressions not a light show)

The energy field surrounding the physical body can be seen by some as radiating and filled with light. I checked every book pamphlet and article and old lecture note I could find for what colors mean in the aura and just am going to put in almost everything any one said, obviously there are apparent conflicts.

Red Vitality, life force, assertion, forcible active urges, stalwart brave, vengeful, virile, passion, drive, endurance. Force of will, passion, vitality, desire, physical activity, excitability, anger, intensity of experience.

Maroon stamina, strength, purpose and restraint, fighting spirit, warmth, cooperative effort, recuperation, moodiness, selfishness

Crimson optimism go getter, challenging competitive nature, eager for success, ready to champion cause, reckless

Scarlet impassioned, likable, spiteful, short tempered, volatile, vivacious

Pink sensitivity, unconditional love, gentleness, willingness to help, serves others, easily hurt, not spiteful or jealous

Orange creativity ,high aspiration , proud self sufficient, direct, high minded, restrained, ambitious, not warm or sensual, wants success, rides over others, self justified, confident, narrow outlook.

Gold Goddess energy transformation, openness. Golden may mean spiritual knowledge or mental strength.

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Chronic pain, and especially back pain, is the number one complaint that leads patients to the offices of osteopathic physicians. Unlike medical doctors who focus predominantly on the symptoms and treatment thereof, the doctor of osteopathy is likely to dig deeper to see if the root cause of the back pain can be discovered and treated. The treatment options do not usually depend heavily on pain medication but instead focus primarily on musculoskeletal manipulation of the patients body, thus seeking to induce self healing.

The ultimate goal is the eradication of the pain itself, but in so doing the recurrence of the pain is also stymied. Patients must understand that this form of treatment likely requires a number of treatments that translate into office visits, and therefore the patient must be willing to bear the financial burden of the copayments most likely associated with these doctors visits. Additionally, patients must be weaned away from the philosophy of doctor healings and instead recognize that they play a vital art in the healing of their own bodies.

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Water prevents and helps to cure heartburn.

Heartburn is a signal of water shortage in the upper part of the gastrointestinal tract. It is a major thirst signal of the human body. The use of antacids or tablet medications in the treatment of this pain does not correct dehydration, and the body continues to suffer as a result of its water shortage.

Water prevents and helps to cure arthritis.

Rheumatoid joint pain – arthritis – is a signal of water shortage in the painful joint. It can affect the young as well as the old. The use of pain-killers does not cure the problem, but exposes the person to further damage from pain medications. Intake of water and small amounts of salt will cure this problem.

Water prevents and helps to cure back pain.

Low back pain and ankylosing arthritis of the spine are signs of water shortage in the spinal column and discs – the water cushions that support the weight of the body. These conditions should be treated with increased water intake – not a commercial treatment, but a very effective one.

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Experts say that there are at least five to ten pounds of chemicals found in cleaning products per household. If that estimate is true, it is important to try to find cleaners that will actually clean your home without using chemicals to do so. One option is to use Tea Tree oil while cleaning.

Tea Tree oil, taken from the Melaleuca alternifolia tree in Australia, is a wonderful, non-chemical essential oil. The Aboriginal people in Australia have been using the oil, found in the leaves of the tree, for thousands of years for killing bacteria, to help with achy muscles, and other health-related uses.

Tea Tree oil has antiseptic, antibiotic, antiviral, and antifungal properties. (Tea Tree oil should not be ingested.) Recently, however, Tea Tree oil has been touted for more than just medicinal uses. Following are five non-medicinal uses for Tea Tree oil.

1. Since Tea Tree oil does have antiseptic properties, it is a great addition to your warm mist vaporizer to help disinfect the air after someone has been ill in your family. Adding six to eight drops to the laundry when washing the linens following an illness is another good idea.

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Busy moms, pregnant soon-to-be moms, athletes, office workers, laborers, and everyday citizens all share one thing: the risk of developing back pain. Whether it is the early morning stiffness that makes getting out of a bed a real challenge, or the pain that takes hold after a long day, the fact that it is uncomfortable and makes it very hard to enjoy the evening has many back pain sufferers looking for help. A good many of them find their ways to chiropractic offices where practitioners of the form of alternative medicine seek to adjust the spine and thus help the overall posture and relieve the pain.

Others do not want to forego medical care but recognize that they need more than mere pain relief. These patients usually seek out the help of a doctor of osteopathy (D.O.). There are surefire osteopathic means of easing your back pain and you might be surprised to learn how easy it can be!

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In recent years, it has become more and more common to take medication for mental health issues. While these problems used to be treated mostly with therapy and many now outdated procedures, there are now pills to treat almost every disorder you can think of. But with doctors prescribing these drugs more frequently, many people are hesitant to go on them. If you are having mental health issues, don’t be afraid to treat them – you just need to make sure youre well informed and being treated properly.

The first step in finding the right medicine for your mental health issues is finding the right doctor. You can ask your current doctor or therapist for a referral to a psychiatrist, or check online resources for licensed professionals who can help you. Depending on what your condition is and your insurance options, you may want to find someone who specializes specifically in your type of disorder.

When it comes to normal medical issues, theres usually an accepted treatment for most problems and occasionally alternatives if that treatment doesnt work. Mental health is not the same. There are many different types of drugs used to treat the same conditions and no one medication works for everyone. Your doctor may not only have to try several different types of treatments, they may also try different variations of the same class of drug, especially if youre having undesirable side effects.

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What man would not love the idea of a nice massage? However, you have to be careful when indulging your man with essential oils. Whether used in aromatherapy to scent the home or used in a massage, your manly man, probably will not appreciate the floral and fruity smells that you like. You have to go beyond the girly scents and look for the ones that are masculine.

After all, you would not like to have you man go around smelling like flowers either, would you? If you are ready to indulge your man in a little essential oil, then consider the following manly scents.

When reading the list of masculine smelling essential oils, it is important to remember that everyone has a unique sense of smell. What works for one man, may be hated by another. Get a few different scents and try them out. When you have found one or two that your man likes, remember that and use it often. Whether you use these essential oils alone with carrier oils for a massage, put a few drops in the bathwater or use them in lotions and crmes, your man will like they way these oils smell and makes him feel.

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Winter is the time when our feet are always covered up. Sweaty feet, cold feet, uncomfortable boots, shoes that don’t fit, manmade boots and materials, so, take your shoes off. Sit back and work on those two feet and make them beautiful!

Now, more than ever, is the time to take care of those tootsies! Bones form the basic structure of our feet. There are 26 bones in each foot alone. Here are some good general tips for all feet:

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Pain relief for individuals with carpal tunnel syndrome is an important part of the treatment protocol. Individuals will often experience numbness, tingling, and pain in the first, second and half of the third fingers. This condition can render a person helpless from even lifting a pen. It affects approximately 3% of the adult population in the United States. Carpal tunnel syndrome can result from repetitive stress injuries, traumatic injuries, fluid retention or several diseases which deposit abnormal substances in the joints.

People who suffer from carpal tunnel syndrome may be unable to perform some simple tasks from lifting their baby to lifting a fork. They may find it impossible to complete their jobs, enjoying recreational activities or even do basic household chores. This condition has become more prominent in a computer age society where people spend hours typing on a keyboard and holding a mouse. The pain from carpal tunnel syndrome will originate from the wrist but results in discomfort at the fingers, hand, wrist, arm and even shoulder, back and neck.

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Finding the Right Doctor to Diagnosis Your Mental Health Issues

If you think you have a mental illness, its hard to know where to start looking for help. With all the new diagnoses, medicines, treatments, and online resources, youre probably over-informed and feeling totally overwhelmed. Thats why its important to find a qualified professional to help you sort through the mess and find the correct diagnosis and treatment. If you find the right doctor for you, you can get yourself back on track and feeling better in no time.

The easiest place to start looking for a mental health specialist is your regular doctor. They can not only refer you to doctors they think are good and can help you, they can also refer you to the correct type of doctor who is trained specifically to deal with your problem. Its important to find someone you feel comfortable with, and youre more likely to feel comfortable if theyre referred to you by someone you trust rather than someone you found online or in the yellow pages.

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