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Acupuncture Improves Depression in Pregnant Women

by Elaine R. Ferguson, MD

Presenters at the Pregnancy Meeting sponsored by the Society for Maternal-Fetal meeting, recently held in Chicago, revealed findings that acupuncture may be an effective treatment depression during pregnancy.

“Depression during pregnancy is an issue of concern because it has negative effects on the mother and the baby as well as the rest of the family,” said Dr. Schnyer, one of the study’s authors.

While the rates of depression in pregnant women are comparable to rates seen among similarly aged non-pregnant women and among women during the postpartum period, there are fewer treatment studies of depression during pregnancy than during the postpartum period.

Anti-depressant during pregnancy affects the mother and the developing baby.

150 participants with Major Depressive Disorder were randomly placed in a either a group that received acupuncture specific treatment for depression, or one of two active controls: control acupuncture (they didn’t receive acupuncture specific treatment, but another form of acupuncture) or massage.

The women received 12 sessions during a two month period. Junior acupuncturists masked to treatment assignment needled participants at points prescribed by senior acupuncturists. The mother’s symptoms of depression were rated at the beginning, and after four and eight weeks of treatment.

The women receiving the acupuncture specific treatment experienced a significantly greater decrease in depression severity compared to the combined controls or the non-specific acupuncture group alone. They also had a higher response rate (63.0%) than the combined controls or control acupuncture alone. Symptom reduction and response rates did not differ significantly between controls.

Mild and temporary side effects were reported in 43 of the 150 participants (20 in the depression specific group, 19 in the non-specific group and 4 in the massage group). Notably fewer participants reported side effects in the massage group than in the two acupuncture groups.

Dr. Schyner said, “The results of our study show that the acupuncture protocol we tested could be a viable treatment option for depression during pregnancy.

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Posted by Elaine R. Ferguson, MD on March 10th, 2010 No Comments

Rosacea Natural Treatment-1 Simple Treatmnet People Overlook

by Linda Robison

There are a lot of rosacea treatments currently available, though the finest rosacea natural treatment ought to address the actual underlying causes of rosacea. The actual problem using the majority of traditional medicines is they only treat the particular symptoms associated with rosacea, not the main cause.

Furthermore, numerous rosacea remedies contain unpleasant ingredients like propylene glycol, sodium hydroxide, and benzyl alcohol!! Exactly how should cure rosacea with such noxious annoying ingredients. Additional ingredients claim that they can hydrate or even moisturize the skin, but only include pore clogging mineral oils. So your skin might feel great for a very short time, but in the long run, you wind up triggering a lot more damage to your skin and worsen your rosacea symptoms and condition.

For this purpose I strongly feel and recommend just natural remedies that truly work to control your condition and heal the skin. There are 2 easy steps for treating rosacea naturally……this consists of a topical and internal therapy. The 2nd part is usually what many people neglect - which is why these people do not get the results they hoped for. As a wellness advisor more than 30 years, I have seen much success using this two step process.

I have discovered that by using specific dietary supplements and nutrients in a unique blend/dosage most people suffering from rosacea or just damaged, aging skin get excellent results…..sometimes after as little as 30 days. In fact, these nutrients help with probably the most common symptoms of early aging like:

skin thinning

broken blood vessels

uneven pigment, freckles, dark spots

dullness

That’s because certain nutrients which include; Alpha Lipoic Acid, Coenzyme Q10, and Vitamins A, C, and E are powerful antioxidants and are also known for their abilities to help fight off environmental stressors, promote healthy cell regeneration, and help promote a healthier complexion.

I’ve found that by using the two phase rosacea strategy, like using a daily along along with a natural organic topical product for treating rosacea has brought about incredible results for even the worst of rosacea instances. And speaking of topical rosacea products….there are several things you should look for when selecting your remedy.

1.The product should contain natural anti-inflammatory botanicals to assist reduce visible flushing and redness by constricting blood vessels near the surface of your skin.

2. It should include natural bacteria battling agents to assist destroy any kind of causative bacteria on the surface of the skin to prevent the breakouts that often come with rosacea.

3. Last but not least it ought to contain natural collagen boosters. Why is this important? Simply because collagen networks within the skin in many cases are weakened in individuals who have problems with Rosacea. It is essential that your collagen networks are kept strong because they will naturally deteriorate as you age. So boosting them is essential in stopping flare-ups and making your skin heal more quickly.

To get more information on natural rosacea treatments and to see before and after pictures of rosacea suffers click Natural Rosacea Cures and Treatments.

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Posted by Robison Linda on March 10th, 2010 No Comments

 


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