Awareness of the possible health benefits of molybdenum has increased since 2003 when a small study was conducted on fifteen patients with kidney cancer. The study involved the administration of a tetrathiomolybdate, a form of molybdenum, to the patients in an effort to reduce the level of copper in their bodies. Following administration of the tetrathiomolybdate, growth of tumors in four of the patients ceased for several months…
Wellness Centers – keeping your mind, body and spirit healthy
Wellness centers are a relatively recent phenomenon. Most of us have an idea of what “wellness” means, but how about a center for wellness? The definition of a wellness center, it turns out, can mean many different things. What is clear, however, is that throughout the world health-concerned professionals are creating spaces where clients can seek health and respite in settings outside traditional hospitals and clinics. Preventing illness in the first place, we are discovering, is good medicine!
While some might think that a wellness center must focus on a holistic approach to health, this is only part of the story. There are a growing number of excellent holistic-oriented facilities but wellness centers really have no boundaries. Medical doctors, dentists, optometrists and chiropractors may serve patients and clients in non-traditional spaces these days. And many of them may operate in spaces that also provide access to nutritionists, acupuncturists, counselors, fitness trainers and Melbourne massage therapists. (more…)
Mineral Cosmetic and Makeup
As we become more cognizant of the environment and our connection to it and about the products we put into and on our bodies, natural and organic products are taking the cosmetic industry by storm.
It’s highly likely that you’re noticing on the TV, the magazines and the internet all the skin care and cosmetic companies touting their “natural” and “organic” products. As you can imagine, just because they say so does not make it accurate. You as a consumer are entitled to be educated when it comes to cosmetics and skin care products.
This article deals specifically with mineral makeup. After learning what mineral cosmetics are and what ingredients are in it and what the benefits are, you can decide if mineral cosmetics is right for you.
Mineral makeup is simply made from rocks! It was originally recommend by dermatologists and plastic surgeons to women that had sensitive skin, rosacea and were recovering from plastic surgery because of it’s anti-inflammatory and soothing properties. Originally it was powder that was finely milled minerals. Mineral makeup can provide very opaque or very sheer coverage, depending on how it is formulated and applied. Your face will not have that mask look because mineral makeup allows the natural radiance of the skin to show through. Normally it is free of preservatives and fragrances. Bacteria can not grow in minerals, so there is not a danger of spoilage, meaning no preservatives. It will not go bad. Mineral makeup is also very good for oily skin because it has many oil-absorbing components. (more…)
Meditation
There might be some situations in life where you might feel that the road you are trudging is all uphill and no matter how hard you try and how much you struggle things just do not seem to come your way. There may be a situation where you may be at the forefront of extreme bad luck or have been struck by an irrevocable loss. There can be many situations that might get you cornered and as a result of which you may become stressed out. Well! When life throws lemons at you then you ought to make lemonade and quench your thirst. Never back down in any such stressful situation and keep your cool so that you can regain composure and fight back.
Molybdenum
Molybdenum is one of those relatively new mining discoveries that few people know or care about until it enhances their life in some way. Molybdenum has been quietly sitting under the surface of the earth in the East Pilbara region of Western Australia for several millenniums, but now is the time for it to shine above the surface. Molybdenum is a magic metal that is finding its rightful place in a global economy that’s always searching for natural resources that improve the quality of other materials as well as the quality of life.
Molybdenum has unique properties that enhance the strength as well as the corrosion resistance of other metals like stainless steel. That accomplishment has made molybdenum a potential rock star of the mining industry. Molybdenum consumption is growing exponentially and the price of this precious commodity is growing along with the demand. The petroleum industry is especially fond of Molybdenum. The development of corrosion resistant pipelines and the removal of the obnoxious impurities like sulphur in crude oil are making it a valuable partner. The automotive, aerospace, and nuclear industries are also finding important uses for Molybdenum oxide so the financial world is finally waking up and taking notice. (more…)
Stones and Minerals
In these days of high doctor and medication costs, people are looking for alternatives to modern medicine. The news frequently tells of the harm that might be done by using some of today’s medications, even though government regulations try to keep people safe. Or perhaps even modern medicine cannot help people feel better, no matter how many medications they try. Many people are looking into healing techniques that have been used for centuries in hopes of finding relief for their pain or healing from other types of physical illnesses. In this quest, they have discovered that natural stones and minerals can help them feel better without some of the side effects that medications can have.
Individual stones and minerals have been used for specific healing qualities for thousands of years. People use stones for healing by wearing the stones or carrying the stones with them. The belief surrounding healing with natural stones and minerals is that the body is made of energy. When this energy is disrupted either physically, mentally or spiritually, some action needs to be taken to get the body’s energy flowing again. Using certain stones by wearing the stones, carrying the stones or placing them on the body is believed to get that energy flowing again, helping the body feel better. For example, crystals have been used for their healing energy. Each stone or mineral used has specific ability to heal specific illnesses, whether mental or physical. And a person certainly loses nothing by trying out a stone or minerals healing properties. They do, however, have everything to gain if the stone helps with their illness. (more…)