Alternative Therapy
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Ear problem myths exposed
Campaigners are hoping to expose a series of "myths" about the hearing problem tinnitus this week. Read more
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Yoga may aid mental health
Yoga may be able to help people with a range of mental health problems, including schizophrenia, according to a psychiatrist. Read more
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Herbs work for hot flushes – expert
Women can take herbal treatments successfully for treating the problems of menopause, an expert says today. Read more
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Cannabis treatment "not proven"
Studies have failed to prove that a cannabis extract can make a significant difference to patients with multiple sclerosis, experts say today. Read more
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Therapies may help infant colic
Gentle manipulation may help infants suffering from colic, according to an expert analysis published today. Read more
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Aroma oils aid heart – in short bursts
Essential oils used in aromatherapy can help to lower heart rate and blood pressure – but only if the user is exposed to them for less than one hour. Read more
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Cannabis gene problem revealed
Researchers say they have moved closer to pinning down the genes which make cannabis users vulnerable to developing serious mental illness. Read more
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Ginkgo Biloba does not help to improve memory
Ginkgo Biloba supplements do not aid memory, attention or problem solving in healthy people and taking them may be a waste of money, researchers said yesterday. Read more
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Plant fails to delay Alzheimer’s
A popular plant extract thought to boost the mind seems to have no impact in delaying Alzheimer’s disease, researcher said today. Read more
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New plant hope for breast cancer treatment
A constituent of a herbal tea may have a role to play in treating breast cancer, researchers say. Read more