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Tui Na is an ancient Chinese form of massage and is one of the five branches of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Although it may appear to resemble western massage, Tui Na massage works on the same specific points and channels as acupuncture. According...

Gold bead implantation is a modern application of acupuncture, one of the five branches of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Modern research has proved that acupuncture does indeed have health benefits, and gold bead implantation combines ancient acupunc...

Acupuncture is a common form of complementary medicine for people, with accepted pain-relieving effects. Acupuncture is being used by more and more vets to treat a whole range of problems in animals. Acupuncture works, and its effects on animals show...

Complementary medicine is a popular choice for people looking for a more natural form of medicine, or other options in conditions where conventional medical treatment is inadequate or has too many side effects. Animals can also benefit from these the...

Herbal medicine is a popular form of complementary, or alternative, medicine for people. Increasing numbers of veterinarians are realizing its benefits for animals, and becoming trained in herbal medicine for animals. Chinese herbal medicine is disti...

Acupuncture is a common form of complementary medicine for people, but what about animals? Acupuncture is being used by more and more vets to treat a whole range of problems in animals, especially horses and competition horses. Acupuncture works - it...

Acupuncture is growing in popularity, and is an accepted form of complementary, holistic medicine for people. Research on conditions such as arthritis in people has shown that acupuncture has definite pain-relieving effects. Acupuncture is also being...

Acupuncture is an accepted and popular complementary therapy for people, but animals can also benefit. Increasing numbers of veterinarians are turning to acupuncture to treat animals naturally, and for an alternative in conditions where modern medici...

Acupuncture is growing in popularity as a complementary therapy for people, and much research has established its benefits. Increasing numbers of vets are also becoming trained in acupuncture and using it in combination with conventional medicine to...

Acupuncture is an ancient form of medicine which is now a common complementary treatment for people in the western world. Many of its effects, for example the relief of pain, have been scientifically demonstrated and are accepted. However, did you kn...

Rescue Remedy is a mixture of five Bach Flower Essences, which naturally and safely treats stress, anxiety, fear, depression, grief and similar emotions in animals. It is useful for treating problems such as separation anxiety, fear of the veterinari...

Unfortunately, there are many human foods, plants, medications and common household substances that are poisonous or toxic to dogs, cats and other pets. From garlic and grapes to acetaminophen and avocados, millions of animals a year are victims of a...

Gastric Dilatation and Volvulus (GDV) is a true veterinary emergency for dogs. In GDV, the stomach has become bloated and then twisted, which causes severe pain and has severe effects on the circulation and body as a whole. Even with treatment, it ca...

A true veterinary emergency, pyometra is a serious infection of the womb. It generally affects older dogs, soon after they are in season (estrus/heat), but can also occur in cats. It is most commonly treated by surgery, and if not treated, it is ofte...

Hairsticks are relatively well-known hair accessories for those with long hair, but what about hair forks? Hair forks are versatile, beautiful items of hair jewelry for those with hair longer than shoulder-length, and are among the most non-damaging...

Hair sticks and forks are highly versatile 'hair toys', which can be used to style and show off long hair. They provide a multitude of different ways to put long hair up, suitable for any occasion, from formal or business events to dates, special occ...

Over 50 million women in the US dye their hair regularly. Many more say they will once they start to turn gray, and many girls use hair dyes from an early age. However, there are risks associated with using these products. One of the main chemicals i...

Would you like to strengthen, condition and add shine to your hair? Would you also like to do this naturally, without using potentially harmful chemicals? Cassia, the ground leaves of the Cassia obovata or Cassia senna plant, is the ideal solution. P...

Long hair is beautiful and feminine, and offers a great variety of options for casual or elegant styles. Long hair is not just for young girls, and a stylish up-do is perfectly professional for a business environment. Contrary to popular belief, this...

Were you blonde as a child, but now find that your hair has become significantly darker, that 'dishwater' color? Would you like to regain your lighter blonde, or just lighten your hair for summer? There are various chemical and natural methods of lig...

What woman doesn't love shoes? But do you know how Mary Janes got their name, and how versatile this style really is? Find out all about the Mary Jane style and discover a whole range of different Mary Janes for all occasions in this Mary Jane lens!

Honey has a long history of use in beauty products. Cleopatra is said to have taken milk and honey baths, and the wife of the Roman Emperor Nero is said to have used honey and milk on her face to preserve her beauty and youthfulness. In the late 19t...

Do you craft as a hobby, and would like to start making money from crafting? Selling your crafts can seem daunting, but with the growth in online selling and marketplaces like Etsy, it's actually easier than ever. Crafting is a great way to make mone...

Squid-Etsians are a group of artists and craftspeople who sell their work on Etsy, use Squidoo for promotion, and have come together to form a team to help and support each other. Squid-Etsians produce a range of art and craft items, and this lens sp...

The SquidEtsians are a group of individual artists and craftspeople, who sell their work at Etsy, the online marketplace for the handmade, and use Squidoo for promotion. This lens showcases accessories made by team members - from scarves to hairstick...

Stevie Nicks has had a long and successful music career, both solo and as a long-term member of Fleetwood Mac. She has a unique style and great voice. Read on to discover more about Stevie Nicks and find pictures, posters, videos, album links and mor...

Eddie Money - the law enforcement officer turned rock star, who had numerous hits in the 1970's and 80's with his unique brand of classic rock. Eddie Money released a new album in 2007 and is currently on tour. One of his greatest hits was a duet wit...

'Two Tickets to Paradise' was a 1978 hit for law enforcement officer turned rock star Eddie Money. The song is a plea to a girlfriend to ignore her mother's disapproval and come away with him. 'Two Tickets to Paradise' was first released on his debut...

Debbie Harry is a punk icon, instantly recognizable with her bottle-blonde hair and confident style. Although most famous for being the singer in Blondie, she has also had success as a solo artist and as an actress. Read on to discover more about Deb...

Guitars designed especially for girls and women? Pink guitars?? Daisy Rock is not a gimmick, but produces quality, female friendly guitars. If you or your daughter would love to learn guitar, but are put off by large instruments and the male-focussed...

Dreamboat Annie is the name of Seattle rock band Heart's debut album and was also released as a single. The Dreamboat Annie album was released in 1976 and contains several hits, as well as three versions of the song Dreamboat Annie. Dreamboat Annie...

'Crazy on You' is a hard rock song written by Ann and Nancy Wilson of Heart. It was released on Heart's debut album 'Dreamboat Annie' and as a hit single in 1976. With its acoustic guitar intro and hard rock sound, it remains one of Heart's best know...

'Barracuda' is an aggressive hard rock song and was a 1977 hit for Seattle rock band Heart. It was written by the sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson, Roger Fisher, Sue Ennis and Micheal DeRosier, and is said to have been inspired by the band's anger over a...

Heart is a Seattle and Vancouver-based rock band, which had many hits from the 1970's onwards, including 'Crazy on You', 'Alone' and 'These Dreams'. The sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson are their most famous members, and are singers, guitarists and song-...

The beautiful ruins of Tintern Abbey are located in Monmouthshire, South Wales, and nestle in a bend of the River Wye. The Abbey was consecrated in 1131 as a Cistercian monastery and thrived until King Henry VIII dissolved the monasteries in 1536. Th...

The Yellow Emperor is a legendary ruler of China in the 27th century B.C. He is credited with discovering the principles of Chinese medicine, bringing government and the rule of law to China and living to the age of 100 years by following the way of...

Llywelyn Ab Iorwerth, also known as Llywelyn the Great (from the Welsh Llywelyn Fawr), fought for Welsh independence during the Middle Ages. He successfully reversed growing English control of Wales, and largely succeeded in the difficult task of uni...

Joe Biden is a 35-year Senate veteran for the state of Delaware and was named on August 23rd as Barack Obama's choice for Vice President. Read on to discover more about Joe Biden - what he brings to the Obama campaign, his record in government and mo...

It's a popular debate in veterinary and medical schools, but are veterinarians really smarter than human doctors? As the saying goes, 'Real doctors treat more than one species', but what do you think? Join the debate here!

There are hundreds of species of edible mushroom. Many are delicious, or even medicinal, but eating the wrong kind of mushroom can have deadly results. It's not safe to collect wild mushrooms to eat unless you're sure about what you are doing! There...

Chocolate has been a treat for thousands of years, and in ancient civilizations was thought to be medicinal. Modern science has recently shown that chocolate does indeed have health benefits, particularly for the circulatory system. Read on to disco...

Linux is an open-source operating system, first developed by Linus Torvalds in 1991. Linux is available in many different versions (known as distributions), and OpenSUSE is one of the most popular. There is a huge range of programs available for Linu...

Are you looking for ways to relieve stress and relax? Chronic stress and tension have been proven to be bad for your health. Relaxation is especially important as the holiday season approaches, and taking some time for yourself to relax is more impor...