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It's a good feeling stocking your bathroom medicine cabinet up for everything you need for an everyday medical need - for insect bites, dandruff, indigestion or anything else. They do have lots of specialized over-the-counter stuff for every one of these things, and you could be tempted to buy them up. We all stock up this way to be ready for anything; in fact, we usually take it personally if there is a problem that we don't have the right remedy for. The problem is though, that you never seem to need these things when they are close at hand. Sometimes, it's when you're out on a trip with the family or when you are at a friend's house and a kid gets hurt that you really wish you had the exact right materials with you. That's where it becomes useful to earn a few improvisational skills - using alternative remedies when you need to. What follows is a list of new uses for stuff we all have around the house or in our bags - to help you improvise, when the need strikes.
Everyone loves tea tree oil these days - we use it for athlete's foot, for acne, for anything that needs a little antifungal or antibacterial action. What people often don't know though is that tea tree oil is a great remedy against dandruff. So the next time you're with a friend on a trip and they seem to have forgotten their anti-dandruff shampoo, throw them your bottle of tea tree oil; a teaspoonful added to regular shampoo should turn it antidandruff. And on that same trip, if one of you seems to have a little foot odor problem from maybe sitting in the car with their shoes on for too long on a warm day, how about having them rub their feet down with a cloth soaked in vodka. It happens to contain some pretty strong alcohol, and it will easily kill all the odor causing bacteria, fungus and other nasties (that should be some trip - smelly feet and vodka).
So you're on a day out with your friends shopping, and one of you is really bothered with a headache. It can happen - too much walking, too much stress. Stress actually makes us reflexively tighten our jaw and this can starts off a tension headache. Fish out a pencil and ask your friend to hold it between their teeth without actually biting. It helps your muscles unclench and occupy themselves with something else. And the headache disappears.
People get blisters - women on their toes especially, when they pick shoes that are more pretty than they are comfortable. If that happens to you when you're out of the right cream for that, are there any alternative remedies in your bag? You do, if you have a little Listerine somewhere. Put a few drops of Listerine on the sore part couple of times a day, and you should be set. For aching feet, a frozen bottle of water can work wonders. Just put it on the ground and roll it with your foot.
Hiccups are common enough. But other than scaring a stuttering friend, what else do you have up your sleeve? Sugar, of course (no, not literally up your sleeve). Sugar helps the nervous system ease a misfiring nerve and calm a hiccup down right away. Now these should help you be the go-to person in your circle in a health emergency, shouldn't it?
Alternative medicine is anything that does not fall under the umbrella of conventional Western medicine. Unless your primary care physician was trained in alternative medicine also, you would not visit him or her for an alternative medicine treatment. There are many different types of alternative medicine treatments to investigate. Before using any kind of alternative healing practice, consult with a specialist in the field to ensure safety and proper use. For some types of healing you may need to work directly with a practitioner. Acupuncture is one good example of an alternative therapy you cannot do on your own. This practice stimulates areas of the body and brain with strategic placing of extremely thin needles.
Homeopathy is one type of alternative healing. There are homeopathic treatments found in health food stores and even some supermarkets such as Whole Foods Market and Martin's. These treatments come in small bottles and have Latin names. Often what they are used for is listed on the bottle, but you can also find out a great deal about homeopathic treatments on the Internet. The premise behind homeopathic medicine is that extremely diluted components that match the ailment. For example, there is a homeopathic treatment called Nux vomica that as you might think is used for nausea.
Another type of alternative healing is herbalism. Herbal specialists consult with clients on treating specific symptoms with herbal preparations, whether in tea or capsule form. Homeopathic specialists and herbal specialists cannot diagnose conditions or prescribe medicine, but they can recommend courses of treatment based on what they are told by their client. Herbal specialists can make sure there is no interaction between any medicines you are currently taking and any herbs they recommend for you, so make sure to disclose everything you are taking whether prescription or over the counter.
Massage is another one of the most popular alternative medicine treatments. Massage therapists must successfully graduate from an accredited massage school before they can practice in the majority of states. Some types of massage, such as trigger point massage, may help relieve chronic pain by releasing knotted masses of muscle tissue. In the same area of treatment is reflexology, which stimulates different parts on the body by massaging the feet or hands. There are reflexology gloves and socks that illustrate the different points if you want to try this massage on your own.
I'm interested in going to school to have a career in the alternative medicine/holistic health field. Anyone have any ideas about what I could do - other than being a doctor?
First thing: Being a doctor has nothing to do with alternative medicine!
Doctors go to medical school, have to have a certain level of human biology and chemistry knowledge before they do and even then are closely supervised by other doctors before being granted a license to practise medicine when they finish training. If they make mistakes their license is taken away and they cannot practise any longer.
'Alternative Medicine' requires little or no knowledge and despite a few colleges and schools saying they offer training in it, they are just a way of taking money off you and leaving you with a 'qualification' which is worthless. Anyone can say they are an alternative medicine 'doctor'! You can print yourself a certificate from the net, there is no one to supervise or regulate you and no one to ensure you behave properly.
Obviously doctors are in demand and the pay is good, whereas alt med rarely advertises anywhere and you have to rely on self-employment as no reputable organisation would offer you a job.
Alt med has little if any value to society as nearly all of its practices have been shown not to work compared to modern medicine. There are plenty of reputable colleges out there that provide training in real medical subjects and there are many careers you could follow if you don't want to be a doctor. Alt med (and the colleges that will take your money) have basically been disproven and it really would be a mistake to waste years of your life and good money studying something that may well be banned completely in a few years (as it is in some areas of the US).
Remember: if it works, it's medicine. If it doesn't work, then it's an alternative to medicine.
Best of luck for the future.
Many people are interested in alternative holistic medicine these days. One reason is because often these therapies cost less than traditional medicine. Also, many prefer treatments that are natural rather than synthetic. Holistic alternative medicine seeks to treat the person as a whole, through body, mind and spirit. There are many different types of holistic therapies that may be utilized depending on the particular individual and their condition or health goals.
Herbal supplements are a big part of alternative medicine. There are supplements for most every purpose. If you suffer from arthritis, you can find natural herbal blends in capsule form for treating the side effects of this condition. For depression, there are herbs like St. John's Wort and other blends. Menopausal women can benefit from herbal supplements that contain ingredients like wild yam and black cohosh. There are supplements for healthy skin, nails and hair. You will find all kinds of supplements for different purposes.
There are other types of treatments that fall under the category of holistic medicine. Aromatherapy is one such treatment that is used all the time, even by those who aren't fully aware of the benefits. Studies have shown that certain scents can have an effect on mood. For example, peppermint and jasmine are two scents used to increase productivity, while lavender and chamomile are used in all kinds of products for their calming properties. Citrus scents are thought to lift the mood and encourage cheerfulness.
Reiki is another type of alternative healing that uses manipulation of subtle energies by a Reiki practitioner. This type of practitioner may also perform services like chakra alignment or aura cleansing. If this is a bit too alternative, consider something like massage, which can alleviate a variety of symptoms. Deep tissue massage can release knotted muscle masses that cause pain in referred areas of the body.
Yet another type of alternative holistic medicine is homeopathic medicine. There are all kinds of homeopathic medicines and blends in health food stores and supermarkets. Homeopathic medicine has been shown to be safe and well tolerated, and many people claim that it is effective. With so many choices when it comes to alternative medicine, it is wise to research your options before making a decision on what kind of treatment is right for you. There are many books written about alternative healing as well as a lot of information on the Internet.
There is a great deal to learn about alternative medicine online. The Internet holds a vast wealth of information when it comes to both traditional and alternative healing. However, it is important to separate fact from fiction when researching alternative medicine. If you can, collect your information from sources you know to be legitimate. You may want to cross-check certain facts to confirm their authenticity. Even so, the online world presents a great deal of information and even education on alternative healing. There are websites, databases and ebooks that contain extensive information on this subject.
There are many different disciplines that fall under the umbrella of alternative medicine. A few of them include herbology, homeopathy, aromatherapy and naturopathy. Depending on who you ask, hypnotherapy, massage, acupuncture and similar treatments are also considered alternative healing. These are treatments and therapies your doctor may or may not recommend but probably does not offer unless they are trained in the integration of East-West medicine. You will have to find a specialist practicing in your area of interest which the Internet can help you with this as well.
The vast majority of alternative healers promote their services through a website and sometimes other means. You can find their location, contact information and often more information about the services they offer and for what price. You might even want to check the status of the company or practitioner with the Better Business Bureau to see if any complaints have been filed. Also make sure any alternative healer requiring a license has one that is clearly displayed and up to date. For this reason you may want to schedule a consultation first to meet the healer and evaluate their credentials.
If you have the goal of becoming an alternative medicine practitioner, you can find lots of helpful information on the Internet about schools and distance learning. Distance learning allows you to learn about alternative medicine online, often on your own schedule. There are times when you may need to attend a scheduled online class or take place in a field training activity. One of the most prestigious colleges offering this type of education is Clayton College of Natural Health. There are plenty others, which can be found with an Internet query. These schools offer a variety of interesting alternative medicine educational programs.
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