Now that medical marijuana (cannabis sativa) is legal in 29 U.S. states and the District of Columbia (including the 4 just added in the November election), perhaps it’s not surprising that humans are not the only ones experiencing the therapeutic virtues of this age-old plant. Animal lovers who may or may not partake of marijuana …
Hug Therapy
Here’s a therapy that energizes the immune system, lowers blood pressure, reduces anxiety, encourages sleep, increases compassion and feelings of well-being, and has no negative side effects. And the more you engage in this kind of treatment, the greater the benefits. It’s called “hug therapy.” Despite the lack of a long scientific-sounding name, this is …
Cannabis — The New “It” Plant
It’s not surprising that a plant, used for over 10,000 years for healing a wide variety of ailments, is just now being seriously studied by the conventional medical community. Studies are costly and huge profits are generally not expected from marketing a whole natural plant (not to mention, plenty of push-back from Big Pharma, which …
Fall Asleep Faster with Acupressure
Acupressure has been used for thousands of years in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It applies the same principles as acupuncture (without the needles) to treat disease and enhance mind/body health. According to theory, special acupoints lie along energy meridians or channels in the body. It is believed that vital energy – a life force called …
Backyard Botanicals…
For much of the Northern Hemisphere, it was a long, tough winter. But spring has arrived and, for many of us, that means time to think about the garden. Here are a few plants you might want to cultivate for their health benefits, as well as natural beauty: Aloe (Aloe vera) – A sun-loving evergreen …
Sit. Stay. Heal. Acupunture for Pets By Michele C. Hollow
The principles behind acupuncture for animals are the same as when this ancient healing art is used on humans: to regulate the movement of life force, or qi, through invisible channels called meridians by placing fine needles at specific points on the meridians. Acupuncture needles come in various sizes; the same sizes used on humans …
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Detoxification-a Sensible Method for Maintaining Optimum Health
This 40-page handbook explains, clearly and concisely, the crucial role of detoxification in a comprehensive healing program and includes instructions for various detoxification methods. An indispensable aid for those who want to take charge of their health. Published by F.A.C.T. and only available on this website for a tax-deductible contribution of $10.00 plus shipping.
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Rethinking Cancer – The Book
Rethinking Cancer by Ruth Sackman is an excellent companion book to the film. It shifts the focus of treatment from symptoms – the tumor or abnormal blood picture – to correcting the cause of the health breakdown in the body as a whole. The goal is not tumor reduction, as in conventional protocols. Rather, the …
Healing Cancer – The Unconventional Wisdom of Ruth Sackman
Healing Cancer is F.A.C.T.’s most comprehensive publication to date — an important contribution to our library of educational materials. The book is a treasure trove of practical information by an expert with unique in-depth experience and historical perspective. Many, indeed, have said that it’s the next best thing to picking up the phone and talking …
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Triumph Over Cancer – My Recipes For Recovery
Doris Sokosh, featured in the documentary Rethinking Cancer, shares some of her favorite recipes that helped her successfully battle her breast cancer. After her initial diagnosis in 1971, with little hope for survival, Doris listened to Ruth Sackman, founder F.A.C.T, and learned about the body’s amazing ability to heal itself through a common sense approach, …