Author Archives: Steelsmith

Clove Oil for “Itch Mites”

Posted on June 30, 2011 by Steelsmith

  Thinking about the long season of bites and stings that lies ahead of us made me particularly interested in a recent Australian lab study that found that simple clove oil is a match for those nasty little demons known … Continue reading →

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How to Look 10 Years Younger in 1.3 Seconds

Posted on June 26, 2011 by Steelsmith

  In my mind’s eye, I am still 27 years old. Then I look in the mirror, and I am momentarily shocked. That can’t be me! Although I know that I’ve earned every wrinkle, age spot and sag while experiencing … Continue reading →

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How to Help Your Brain Heal – Natural Healing for Concussion

Posted on June 15, 2011 by Steelsmith

  News stories about concussions have brought this brain injury to the top of our minds — their number has doubled between 1997 and 2007 among young athletes (according to a recent study published in Pediatrics), and researchers are looking … Continue reading →

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Natural Solutions for PCOS and Infertility

Posted on June 3, 2011 by Steelsmith

  : I have infertility, and I’ve been told that I may have PCOS. Can you explain what PCOS is, and tell me if there are any natural treatments for it? PCOS is an abbreviation for “polycystic ovarian syndrome”. This syndrome … Continue reading →

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Cordyceps can boost Women’s Libido

Posted on June 3, 2011 by Steelsmith

  SEX BOOSTER –CORDYCEPS (CORDYCEPS SINENSIS) POWER BENEFIT Enhances sexual function; increases energy and endurance; may boost immunity. THE SCIENCE Also called caterpillar fungus, this rare mushroom has been used by practitioners of Traditional Chinese Medicine for centuries to treat … Continue reading →

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Relieve menstrual pain using Chinese herbs and Acupuncture

Posted on June 3, 2011 by Steelsmith

  Q. Every month I take over-the-counter drugs such as Midol for menstrual cramps. What causes menstrual cramps, and can natural medicine offer me any alternative? A. Menstrual cramps don’t have to be a part of every woman’s monthly experience. … Continue reading →

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Acupuncture and other treatments for Fibromyalgia

Posted on June 3, 2011 by Steelsmith

  What is fibromyalgia? I’ve been diagnosed with this condition, and I want to know why I have it and what I can do to treat it. Are there any natural treatments, or do I have to resort to taking … Continue reading →

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Bio-identical hormones may be safer

Posted on June 2, 2011 by Steelsmith

  Article on Bio-identical hormones printed in the Honolulu Advertiser December 31, 2009 Q: Lately I’ve been hearing a lot about bio-identical natural hormone replacement therapy for women. What is it? Is it safer than conventional hormones? And why would … Continue reading →

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Acupuncture helps women with hotflashes, especially if they’re on Tamoxifenn or Arimidex

Posted on June 2, 2011 by Steelsmith

  Q: I’m taking the drug Tamoxifen, and I’m having bad hot flashes. What does natural medicine have to offer for this? There is good news for women who suffer from hot flashes due to taking Tamoxifen or similar drugs: … Continue reading →

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New Research on Gluten Sensitivity and Holistic Health

Posted on May 11, 2011 by Steelsmith

  In our office here at Steelsmith Natural Health Center we are often asked whether there is a difference between Celiac Disease and gluten intolerance. Our answer has always been a resounding “YES!!” We explain gluten sensitivity as a spectrum … Continue reading →

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