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Alternative Medicine

• Acupuncture/Acupressure

  Bluepoppy.com

  Practitioner & student information and resources

  Chinese Herbal Education

  Train home herbalists, herbal professional and clinical practitioners

  Chinese Herbology Courses

  Chinese herbal science and education

  Chinese Medical Psychiatry

  For students & practitioners of Chinese medicine

  Gateway to Chinese Medicine

  Health World Online

  Overview of acupuncture & products

  Information

  Basic information, articles and resources

  Natural Health Schools Directory

  Comprehensive education resource for people pursuing careers in the natural healing arts

  Tibetan Buddhist Medicine

  Various aspects of Tibetan Buddhist medicine, including efforts to study and preserve these ancient methods and make them available.

  Veterinary Acupuncture

  International veterinary acupuncture directory

• Alchemy

  Bookstore

  Bookshop & courses

  Extensive information

  Information on alchemy in all its facets.

  General Information

  Workshop, network, courses

• Aromatherapy

  Aromatherapy Registration Council

  USA Aromatherapy Registration Council Registered AromatherapistsTM.

  Aroma Therapy and Essential Oils

  Articles and links

  Aroma Therapy and Learning

  Disabilities Essential oils for special needs delete this text

  Aromatherapy

  Healing with organic essential oils, information & accessories

  HealthWorld Online

  History & education, schools

  The National Association For Holistic Aromatherapy

  The National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA) is an educational, nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing public awareness of the benefits of true aromatherapy.

  Worldwide web site

  Non-commercial, world-wide website promoting the serious, intelligent and SAFE use of essential oils

• Chiropractor

  AMERICAN VETERINARY CHIROPRACTIC ASSOCIATION

  The American Veterinary Chiropractic Association (AVCA) was formed in 1989 by a group of veterinarians and chiropractors interested in furthering the profession of animal chiropractic.

  Atlas Orthogonal Chiropractic

  A gentle, effective approach to renewed health and relief of discomfort without manipulation

  Chiropratic News Source

  Information, directory and supplies

  Natural Health Schools Directory

  Comprehensive education resource for people pursuing careers in the natural healing arts

  Network Spinal Analysis

  Explanation and information

  The American Chiropractic Association (ACA)

  The largest professional association in the world representing doctors of chiropractic. The ACA provides lobbying, public relations, professional and educational opportunities for doctors of chiropractic, funds research regarding chiropractic and health issues

  The Chiropractic Journal

  Professionally edited newspaper which would present news and features of interest to all segments of the chiropractic profession.

  The Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research (FCER)

  The oldest chiropractic research-funding institution in the world

  World Chiropractic Alliance

  Founded in 1989 as a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting and strengthening chiropractic around the world.

• Commercial Retreats & Res

  Retreat Listings

  Directory of retreats

  We Care Spa

  A holistic health spa in Desert Hot Springs, California

• Dentistry

  Amalgam Information

  Amalgam-Related Illness, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  Dental Disease Prevention and Resources

  Useful information on dental disease prevention and cleaning up dental work

  Dental Self-Sufficiency

  An EXCELLENT place to learn about root canal alternatives, tooth decay, cavities, periodontal disease, gingivitis, plaque, tarter, dentists, preventive dentistry, in-home dental care and oral hygiene.

  Directory

  Mercury Free Dentists - Biological Dentists International Directory

  Fluoride Issues

  Information on fluoride

  Holistic Dentistry

  Herbal medicine, homeopathy, directory and other information

  Huggins Applied Healing

  Devoted to providing education about dental materials and practices that may be connected to a variety of health issues.

  Information and Directory

  Our goal is to provide a one stop location for people to peruse the latest information about dental health and to find physicians in their local area to help in their quest for improved health care.

  Preventive Dental Health Association

  A non-profit educational corporation dedicated to providing public information and support on issues of dental health

• Detoxification Therapies

  Colon Cleansing

  Information Explanation, products and "how to"

  Detoxification

  Techniques Primer and resources

  FASTING CENTER INTERNATIONAL, INC

  Primer and resources

  General Detoxification and Cleansing

  Information on the basic process of detoxification and programs that will help us cleanse specific common toxins and habits from our lives

  Intestinal Health, Colon Hydrotherapy

  Information and newsletter

  Nutritional Program for Fasting

  Natural healing therapy using nature’s ancient, universal "remedy" for many problems

• Herbal Medicine

  Henriette’s Herbal Medicine

  Herbal medicine and culinary herbs

  Herb Research Foundation

  Fosters improved world health and well being through the informed use of herbs

  Herb World

  A comprehensive site on the Web for those seeking information on herbs, herb products and remedies, herb publications

  Howie Brounstein’s Herbal Treats

  Articles and links

  Institute for Traditional Medicine

  Herb Safety Articles and Related Concerns

  International Association for the Study of Traditional Asian Medicine (IASTAM)

  Information, conferences, newsletters, services and links

  Medical Herbalism

  This site is brought to you by the North American Institute of Medical Herbalism, Inc

  Medical Herbalist

  Information on herbal medicine (as distinct from herbal medicines) sometimes also called phytotherapy

  Medicinal, Culinary, Cosmetic and Economic Properties, Cultivation

  Searchable index of over 1,000 natural and organic products

  Traditional Chinese & Western Herbal Medicine

  Formulas and interaction databases

• Naturopathic Medicine

  American Naturopathic Medical Association

  A nonprofit, scientific, educational, organization, dedicated to exploring new frontiers of mind, body, medicine and health

  Datadiwan

  A database where you can access actual information on holistic medicine and frontier sciences.

  Homeopathy

  US and Canada Physicians directory

  Natural Health & Medicine

  Bookstore

  Naturopathic Medicine

  Primer and resources

  Naturopathic Medicine Network

  Promote Naturopathic Medicine and natural health care

  Naturopathy Online

  Conditions, cooking and resources

• Treatment of Specific Illnesses Using Holistic Healing Techniques

  Allergy & Asthma Treatment

  Nambudripad's Allergy Elimination Techniques

  Attention Deficit Disorder & Hyperactivity Success

  The elimination of food additives and refined sugar produces dramatic improvements

  Cancer Treatment Information and Referral Service

  A detailed, yet very readable, explanation of your particular cancer diagnosis.

  Diet & Symptoms: Research

  Selection of Studies Supporting Diet Therapy

  Dr. Rapp.com

  Chemicals and how they are hurting our children, all wildlife, our planet and us.

  Fighting Cancer

  Alternative cancer resources, information about cancer treatment options and cancer patient support.

  Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy

  Technique used to relieve muscular pain and dysfunction

  NAET® - Allergies

  Nambudripad's Allergy Elimination Techniques, also known as NAET®, are a non-invasive, drug free, natural solution to eliminate allergies of all types and intensities using a blend of selective energy balancing, testing and treatment procedures from acupuncture/acupressure, allopathy, chiropractic, nutritional, and kinesiological disciplines of medicine.

  Parkinson’s Disease Treatments

  Dissemination of information regarding Parkinson’s Disease treatments which use techniques of Asian Medicine

Community & Planetary Healing

• Atwood Institute: Aromatherapy

  Licensed training institution offering certification programs in the areas of Clinical Hypnotherapy and Clinical Aromatherapy

• Chiropractic College Directory

  Worldwide by country

• Cohousing Association of America

  Combine the advantages of private homes with the benefits of more sustainable living, including shared common facilities and ongoing connections with neighbors

• Intentional Communities

  The Fellowship for Intentional Community nurtures connections and cooperation among communitarians and their friends. We provide publications, referrals, support services, and sharing opportunities for a wide range of intentional communities, cohousing groups, ecovillages, community networks, support organizations, and people seeking a home in community.

• International Institute for Sustainable Development

  The International Institute for Sustainable Development contributes to sustainable development by advancing policy recommendations on international trade and investment, economic policy, climate change, measurement and assessment, and natural resources management.

• People in Action

  Selected Resources on what People are Doing for a Better World: Ecology, Solidarity, Personal Growth, Social Change

• Planetary Citizens, Inc.

  Dedicated to increasing the Awareness That every Human Being, Animal, Plant and Mineral is a Unique Expression of Divine Energy worthy of respect, Love and Care.

• Reiki Schools

  Selected schools/programs in the US

• Sustainable Development In Action

  Selection of renewable energy equipment +10,000 products from over 1000 manufacturers;

• World Transformation

  Here you will find a cornucopia of ideas, resources, connections, information, inspiration and surprises, all aimed at growing, creating or discovering a world that works better for all of us.

Educational and Career Opportunities

• Acupressure Institute

  Learn self-acupressure, healing massage therapy techniques, and pressure points through our acupressure books, instructional videos, and acupressure charts

• American Academy of Veterinary Medical Acupuncture

  140-hour continuing education program in veterinary medical acupuncture

• Aquatic Bodywork

  WATSU bodywork courses

• Energy Work: Pranic Healing

  Information and courses

• Energy Work: Pranic Healing

  International site

• Five Element Acupuncture

  Schools where you can pursue training in five element acupuncture, in the U.S. and abroad

• Foundation for Shamanic Studies (FSS)

  Workshops, courses, books, etc.

• Heartwood Institute

  Holistic learning community

• Homeopathic Training Programs

  Worldwide

• Medical & Health Educational Institutions

  A listing of schools and programs

• Natural Healers

  A listing of alternative medicine schools

• Omega Institute

  Center for holistic studies

• Rocky Mountain Herbal Institute

  Chinese herbal sciences professional education

• Schumacher College: Environmental Issues

  International center for educating and inspiring for sustainability

Energy Healing

• Body & Movement Work

  Bio-Touch

  A simple, hands-on healing technique that has been used by both lay people and healthcare professionals to address all types of health concerns

  Bodywork and Somatic Therapies

  Resources, articles and descriptions

  Bodywork and Somatic Therapies

  Resources, articles and descriptions

  Breathe Magazine

  A detailed explanation of breath work modalities

  Massage Therapy

  Resources and links

  Reflexology

  General information and contacts

  Rolf Institute of Structural Integration

  Rolfing structural integration works on the web-like complex of connective tissue (fascia) to release, realign and balance the whole body.

  Shiatsu

  A combination of pressure and assisted-stretching techniques, some of which are common to other therapies, such as Massage, Physiotherapy, Acupressure, Osteopathy, Lymphatic Drainage, Do-in and others

  Worldwide Aquatic Bodywork Assn. (WABA)

  Watsu is a passive form of aquatic bodywork/therapy that supports and gently moves a person through warm water in graceful, fluid movements

  Zero Balancing Health Association

  A hands-on body/mind system designed by Dr Fritz Smith in 1973 to align body energy with the body's physical structure

• Polarity Therapy

  American Polarity Therapy Association

  Information on all aspects of the practice and study of Polarity Therapy

  An Overview

  A comprehensive health system involving energy-based bodywork, diet, exercise and self-awareness

  Polarity Therapy Schools and Careers

  Information and instruction locations

  Polarity Therapy Sessions

  An explanation of a session and contact information

• Pranic Healing

  Global Links

  Listing of international sites by country

  Pranic Healing for Professionals

  General information, courses, books, sessions and practitioners designed for doctors, nurses, other professionals and interested people

  Pranic Healing Organization

  General information, courses, books, sessions and practitioners

• Reiki

  International Center for Reiki Training

  A Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing

  Reiki Information

  General information and resources

  Reiki One Source

  Directory, question and answer forum, classifieds, newsletter

Environmental Issues Related to Human & Planetary Health

• Conscious Choice

  A journal of ecology and natural living

• EMagazine

  A bimonthly “clearinghouse” of information, news and resources for people concerned about the environment who want to know “What can I do?” to make a difference.

• Environment Defense Organization

  Environmental Defense brings together experts in science, law and economics to tackle complex environmental issues that affect our oceans, our air, our natural resources, the livability of our man-made environment, and the species with whom we share our world.

• Environmental Resources

  A non-profit organization which has been providing access to thousands of online environmental resources

• Environmental Working Group

  Expose threats to your health and the environment, and to find solutions

• Greenpeace

  An organization using peaceful direct action & communication to expose environmental problems

• Health & Environment Resource Center

  Inform the public on the relationship between environment and health through articles, newsgroups, publications,

• Pesticide Action Network

  Information on pesticides and alternatives

• Physicians for Social Responsibility (PSR®)

  A public policy organization with over 26,000 members representing the medical and public health professions and concerned citizens, working together for nuclear disarmament, a healthful environment, and an end to gun violence.

• Schumacher College

  International center for educating and inspiring for sustainability

• Sierra Club

  An advocate for the environment and helps you protect the environment locally and globally

• The Environment Directory

  Extensive environment search engine

Holistic Health Spa

• Faces Day Spa

  A spa dedicated to providing the tools & services for healthy, happy & younger physical, emotional, mental & spiritual bodies

Meditation

• Access to Insight

  Information on Meditation and Buddhism

• Foundation For International Spiritual Unfoldment

  Meditation and spiritual practices used around the globe

• Learning Meditation

  Guided meditations online

• Meditation Introduction

  The desired purpose of each meditation technique is to channel our awareness into a more positive direction by totally transforming one's state of mind.

• Mind/Body Medical Institute (M/BMI)

  Study, advancement, and clinical practice of mind/body medicine

• Transcendental Meditation® Program

  “Your key to clearer thinking, better health, fulfilling relationships and a peaceful world”

• Vivation

  “Vivation permanently resolves pain, stress, and negative emotions”

• Wildmind

  Our mission is to benefit the world by promoting mindfulness and compassion through the practice of meditation

Nutrition and Supplements

• Acid-Alkaline Balance

  A healthy body maintains adequate alkaline reserves to meet emergency demands

• Basic Food Information

  Nutrition, diet, healthy foods and preparation methods

• Center for Science in the Public Interest

  An advocate for nutrition and health, food safety, alcohol policy, and sound science

• Medicinal Food News

  Food that promotes your health

• Natural Nutrition

  Holistic approach to human healthcare, highlighting wellness through a clean, natural, plant-based (vegan or not) whole-foods diet, free of artificial ingredients, preservatives, drugs, hormones, and pesticides.

• Nutrition Action Health letter

  Information on healthy food and the food industry

• Nutrition Center

  Information, books and resources

Organic & Natural Farming

• INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION OF ORGANIC AGRICULTURE MOVEMENTS

  An international organization regarding organic agriculture and food production.

• National Campaign for Sustainable Agriculture

  A diverse nationwide partnership of individuals and organizations cultivating grass roots efforts to engage in policy development processes that result in food and agricultural systems and rural communities that are healthy, environmentally sound, profitable, humane and just

• New Farm Institute

  Articles, forum, store and training on organic growing

• Organic Farming Research Foundation

  A non-profit whose mission is to sponsor research related to organic farming practices, to disseminate research results to organic farmers and to growers interested in adopting organic production systems, and to educate the public and decision-makers about organic farming issues

• Organic Trade Association

  OTA's mission is to promote and protect the growth of organic trade to benefit the environment, farmers, the public and the economy

• Organic.org

  Information, discussion and more

Personal Transformation

• Books

  Various books on personal transformation

• Personal Transformation Information & Retreats

  Gain inner peace through meditation, a workshop or retreat

• Personal Transformation Stories

  Various experiences

• Ten Steps to Personal Transformation

  A professional certified coach who guides others on the path of personal and planetary transformation

Politics & Environmental Organizations

• Centrust Paradigm

  To achieve our mission we have identified the following goals: To inspire a shift in our nation's priorities to those that affirm life, justice and restoration of our environment.

• Environmental Organizations & Programs

  The best way of understanding the great variety of organizations and programs that work on environmental problems is to look at them from several perspectives. These include legal form, geographic focus, function or subject, and era of founding

• Environmental Politics Links

  Articles, information, opportunities, organizations and educational resources

• Global Warming

  Unchecked global warming will devastate the world economy on the scale of the world wars and the Great Depression, a British government report said

• Global Warming Pictures and Information

  A comprehensive look

• MIT Press Journals

  An article addresses the transformation of the role played by environmental nongovernmental organizations in global politics.

• The Earth Institute

  Earth Institute experts focus on such topics as: Poverty, Carbon cycle and energy, Water access and safety, Hazards mitigation, Climate change and climate/society interactions, Global health, Ecosystems, Agriculture, ecology, and nutrition, Urbanization

• Yale Global Online

  Globalization studies and the impacts on our environment

Qigong and Tai Chi

• Qigong and Tai Chi

  Excellent articles and information

• Qigong Contacts/Resources

  Fairly extensive listing of schools, information and magazines

• T'ai Chi: Life Matters

  A compilation of educational articles, online classes and health promoting products

• Tai Chi Links and Resources

  A listing of web sites, articles and other information

Relaxation and Stress

• Basic Guided Relaxation:Advanced Technique

  Guided relaxation exercise is taken from exercises from Dr. Mason's best selling book, Guide to Stress Reduction

• Minimize stress, maximize flexibility and even more

  Besides relieving stress and improving your body's flexibility, yoga can help you manage health conditions and cope with disease.

• Relaxation Zone

  A variety of products and helpful information to help you reduce stress, ease tension, relax, and stay healthy and fit

• Stress Management

  Simple techniques for relaxing and dealing with the unpleasant symptoms of stress

• Stress Relief Ideas

  Stress relief tips, relaxation music, stress relief games, puzzles

Renewable Resources and Products

• Residential Solar Power without Upfront Costs

  Help reduce Green House Gases! Solar Power is finally available to homeowners, The hassle-free installation & rental of our Solar Electric System will reduce our reliance on coal, petroleum, and natural gas. Don't hesitate! Register now to have your system installed first.

Science and Technology

• Clean Chemical Technology Group

  The Clean Chemical Technology Group works in close collaboration with industry on the development of new environmentally friendly chemical products and processes

• Clean Technology: A Compelling Investment Opportunity

  Clean Technologies investment in: • Use energy, water and raw materials and other inputs more efficiently and productively, • Create less waste or toxicity • Deliver equal or superior performance, and • Improve customer profitability, through cost reduction and/or increased revenues

• Hydroponic Growing

  Fairly complete overview and requirements information

• UCLA Center for Clean Technology

  To create a science, engineering, and human resource base for the design of clean, economically competitive technologies.

Spirituality

• Movement of Spiritual Inner Awareness (MSIA)

  MISA offers an approach to living that focuses on how to incorporate spirituality into your everyday life

• NATIVE AMERICAN SPIRITUALITY

  An overview and additional resources

• NEW AGE SPIRITUALITY

  An overview and additional resources

• Spiritual Center Online

  Information on healing, body, mind and spirit with general message board, self-awareness board, children's board for parents, teen topics board, elder board for seniors,

• Spirituality: New Age Thought

  Numerous articles covering various subjects: astrology, reincarnation, dowsing, angels, etc.

Vaccination Information

• PAVE Vaccine Education Site

  To help the public make informed and intelligent decisions about childhood and adult vaccines

• The National Vaccine Information Center (NVIC)

  NVIC is a national, non-profit educational organization founded in 1982

• Think Twice Global Vaccine Institute

  An extensive selection of uncensored information on childhood shots and other immunizations

• Vaccination Debate

  Articles on vaccines

• Vaccination Groups

  Worldwide list of vaccination groups

• Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS)

  FDA: The purpose of VAERS is to detect possible signals of adverse events associated with vaccines

Vegetarianism

• Global List

  Guide to vegetarian restaurants and health food stores

• Guide to Vegetarian and Vegan Eating

  The whys and hows of vegetarian eating

• IVU World

  A non-profit organization with membership open to any non-profit organization whose primary purpose is to promote vegetarianism and is governed exclusively by vegetarians

• Vegetarian Diet for Kids

  Excellent source for basic dietary information

• Vegetarian Journal

  A practical magazine for those interested in Vegetarian Health, Ecology, and Ethics

• VegWeb

  Recipes, information, cooking

Veterinary Medicine and Pet Care

• ITM’s Veterinary Reference Guide

  Veterinarians listed in this guide have at least 3 years clinical experience, including current prescribing of Chinese herbs

• Natural Holistic Health Care

  Details on holistic care for animals including Homeopathy, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Nutrition, Phone Consultations

• Only Natural Pet Store

  All the products are chosen for their holistic approach to pet health - natural dog food and cat food, treats, vitamins, flea control, supplements, medicine, herbal remedy treatments, shampoo, raw and organic food, and more

• Pet Education

  Holistic & alternative veterinary medicine articles

Yoga

• A-B-C of Yoga

  Yoga Information, News, Shop, Travel & Community

• Online Yoga Resource

  Yoga postures, clothes and articles

• Yoga Finder

  Worldwide Yoga directory of classes ,events, music, businesses, etc.

• Yoga Journal

  Reports developments in the world of yoga; provides step-by-step information on practices

• Yoga Products

  All types of products