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Are Dr. Nix's treatments supported by scientific research?

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Yes. Her primary treatment modality, homeopathy, is widely accepted as effective in Europe and other parts in the world, based on many thousands of studies conducted since homeopathy was founded in the late 1700's. There is currently a bias against this type of treatment in medical circles in the United States, but it is only a bias and the climate is in the process of slowly changing to become more favorable to the practice of natural medicine modalities due to patient demand.
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Is there any scientific research on alternative treatments for ADD/ADHD?

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The problem with alternative medicine is that there is a lack of independent research to validate many of the claims made. There has been some limited research on these treatments. One such paper that was presented at the NIMH ADHD Consensus Conference covers research on a variety of non-medication treatments.
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Is Dr. Nix a "real" doctor?

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Dr. Nix holds a license to practice medicine in the state of Arizona as a naturopathic physician. The scope of practice and training in Arizona for naturopaths is very broad, including diagnosis and treatment of disease, natural non-invasive therapies, i.v. therapies, minor surgery and prescription of the majority of pharmaceutical drugs. In Maryland; however, there is no law regulating naturopaths, so Dr. Nix acts as a consultant in this state, and cannot call herself a physician here.
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Can Dr. Nix help me get off my medication?

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Dr. Nix does not have the authority to take someone off of their medication, and simply stopping your medications without consulting your M.D. can be quite dangerous. In most cases, if a patient wishes to desist taking a medication, that is a plan they can negotiate with their prescribing physician while trying natural treatments.
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How often will I need to see Dr. Nix?

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The answer to this question varies with individuals, but during treatment for chronic complaints office visits usually occur about once every four weeks. Again, individual situations may sometimes call for a different schedule; if, for example, the complaint is acute, one visit is often sufficient; if the situation is severe or otherwise demands more attention, more frequent visits may be required for a period of time.
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How many treatments of Nix are necessary?

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We recommend that you seek a physician's advice if you are having difficulty eliminating lice after repeated applications per label directions. Nix should not be used more than once every 7 days; if the 14 day Nix regimen is not working for you consult your doctor. (Our clinical tests indicate there is minimal skin absorption of Nix under labeled directions.)
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Dr. Miller, are you still involved in scientific research?

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Yes, sir, I am. Not as much as I used to be, but I have a small lab and I have a couple of undergraduate students who work with me and I continue to do research. Well, I continue to be interested in the structure and function of biological membranes. My main research tool is the electron microscope. And the main area in which I work right now is the process by which proteins go through, pass through biological membranes.
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Is the *nix platform supported?

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EFT Server is only available for the Windows platform (NT/W2k/XP/W2003) as a system service. Connecting clients are supported for any/all platforms that are running client software that implement any standard protocol supported by EFT Server, FTP, FTP over SSL/TLS, SFTP, HTTP, or HTTPS. Yes, GlobalSCAPE recommends Windows 2003 as the most secure, versatile and stable platform for EFT Server. For more information, see the system requirements. Yes.
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Are the immune enhancing benefits supported by scientific research?

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Yes. Independent research conducted by government agencies, prestigious universities and medical schools has documented the immune-enhancing ability of beta 1,3/1,6 glucan, the active ingredient in Immune Alert. Research has shown that daily supplements equal to the recommended daily dosage of Immune Alert improve the immune system's ability to combat germs.
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Are the effects of Beta Glucan backed by scientific research?

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Yes, numerous scientific studies originating from such prestigious institutions as Tulane University and Harvard Medical School exist to attest to the immuno-activating and protective effects of Beta 1,3/1,6 Glucan.
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Is the any scientific research supporting EFT and Energy Therapies?

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The question is, do you have the time wait another 10 years until science figures out how EFT and energy therapies work or do you want the benefits now? Gravity worked before science understood it. The world was round before science understood it. You can continue to wait until we understand more about how it works or you can take advantage of it now. The choice is yours.
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Is there scientific research behind naNOX9?

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Formulating the fastest nitric oxide boosting matrix in the world requires enormous time and effort. It doesn't happen by just slapping ingredients together. The scientifically engineered naNOX9™ formula contains only research-driven ingredients. Team MuscleTech researchers worked tirelessly, analyzing each ingredient included in the naNOX9 formula. Their relentless efforts have resulted in the hardest hitting nitric oxide product legally available.
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What scientific research supports the idea of signing with babies?

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Joseph Garcia first researched the concept of learning and teaching signs to babies in 1987 as part of his Master's Program at Alaska Pacific University. A longitudinal study was conducted at the University of California at Davis by Drs. Linda Acredolo and Susan Goodwyn.
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Is this theory supported by scientific evidence?

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Support for the effectiveness of chiropractic manipulation is based more on clinical response than laboratory experiments. For example, in 1973, Yale anatomy professor Edmund Crelin subjected the spines of six human cadavers to a series of mechanical forces and measured the effects of these forces on the sizes and shapes of the intervertebral foramina.
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What scientific fields are supported?

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These include the following: natural products chemistry, analytical chemistry including environmental analysis, biochemistry, green chemistry, physical chemistry, chemical and technological aspects of the destruction of toxic materials, risk assessment, communication and management with respect to toxic chemicals, environmental chemistry and clinical and occupational toxicology, prophylaxis and treatment of intoxications, hazard waste management, education in chemistry, and chemical laboratory c.
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What is the scientific name?

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Swamp eels belong to the family Synbranchidae. The swamp eel introduced to the United States belongs to the genus Monopterus. There may be more than one species. Until recently scientists have used the name Monopterus albus for all U.S. populations.
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How does Dr. Nix keep up to date on all of the current techniques and materials?

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Dr. Nix is a member of three study groups ? one for dental lasers, one for orthodontics and one for general dental topics. These groups meet to discuss new techniques, new instruments, equipment and materials. In addition to these groups, Dr. Nix has over 1000 hours in continuing education. Currently his educational emphasis has been in cosmetic dental techniques, prosthodontics, dental laser use, and orthodontics. In addition to taking time out of the practice for continuing education, Dr.
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What kinds of stem-cell research will be supported?

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There are two fundamental types of stem cells. Embryonic stem cells have the potential to generate all the different tissues of the body. Tissue-specific stem cells generate the cell types found in a single tissue, such as the brain or the pancreas. This bill will support research on both types of cells, as well as on other aspects of stem-cell medicine. It is targeted at all types of stem-cell research that offer therapeutic potential, including tissue-specific stem-cell research (ie.
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Are embryos created for the specific purpose of scientific research?

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No. In Wisconsin, the embryos that have been used for embryonic stem cell research have all been donated by patients being treated for infertility. The patients are no longer being treated and the embryos, which are frozen in storage, would otherwise be discarded.
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Is there scientific support for astaxanthin in the research literature?

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Yes. There is a substantial body of literature including in vitro studies, preclinical studies and several human clinical trials. These data consistently suggest that Astaxanthin, with its unique molecular structure and resulting potent antioxidant activity, may be an effective therapeutic modality for a variety of conditions, including cardiovascular, immune, anti-inflammatory, and neurodegenerative.
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Is there any scientific psi research?

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In short, yes. According to a recent National Research Council report, there is a 130 year history of scientific research, albeit with no clear conclusion that the classical psi effects, telepathy, clairvoyance, psychokinesis, precognition, have been demonstrated. Most knowledgeable scholars would date the advent of controlled research later, to the early 1930's when J. B. Rhine began his work with McDougall in Duke University's psychology department.
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How reliable is the scientific research that's been done on these wolves?

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Most of the data were collected by wolf researchers Dr. John Theberge and Mary Therberge of the University of Waterloo, in the longest continuous study of wolves in Canada, and one of the longest studies of wolves in the world.
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Is there any scientific research on homeopathic medicines?

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An increasing number of scientific studies on homeopathy are being conducted, and in recent years, more than 150 of these studies have been published in medical journals. Clinical research is providing evidence of the efficacy of homeopathic medicines, and basic laboratory research is confirming the biological activity of highly diluted substances and helping the scientific community better understand their mechanism of action.
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What is the most recent scientific research on meditation?

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SCIENCE can finally prove what Buddhists have sworn by for centuries - meditation really does sharpen and clear the brain. Tests by Adelaide researchers have revealed that as people go further into a deep meditative state, their brain rhythms shift into a pattern of focus. This supports long-standing beliefs that the practice can improve concentration levels and alertness in daily activities.
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Have you done any scientific research on the subject of evolution?

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Yes. Some of my current research is on testing evolutionary hypotheses making use of evolving computer organisms.
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Is there scientific research for XanGo and Mangosteen?

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Yes. We have a large library of resources and links and will be happy to provide the information you need. Click here to be directed to our "Contact Page" and we will send you an email with information regarding scientific and medical research on the mangosteen.
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Is there any scientific research behind Curvelle?

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Yes. With the help of a trusted medical doctor, iSatori spent countless hours researching and developing the Curvelle formula. The natural ingredients uniquely combined to create the Curvelle formula have been heavily researched and were included based on the positive results of several clinical trials.
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What scientific research has been done to substantiate LBM?

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There is relatively little medical clinical research with the notable exception of articles by Dr Majid Ali et al. Most of the data is anecdotal in evidence, as this is an emerging field of study. That has its advantages and disadvantages. On the one hand it has led to some quite unwarranted claims. On the other, great and pioneering work in holistic medicine has been achieved and many patients attribute a shift in their attitudes and health as a result of the awareness of their inner terrain.
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What scientific research has there been on Black Seed?

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Since 1959, there have been over 200 studies at international universities and articles published in various journals showing remarkable results supporting some of its traditional uses. In 1960, Egyptian researchers confirmed that Nigellone was responsible for Black Seeds broncho-dialating effect. Recently scientists in Europe have confirmed the anti-bacterial and anti-mycotic effects of black seed oil.
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Are there other areas of research that look promising for potential treatments for RP?

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Yes. Through the efforts of The Foundation Fighting Blindness, the number of highly qualified scientists working fulltime on RP and related diseases continues to grow. With financial support from The Foundation, clinical specialists and laboratory scientists at more than 40 medical and research institutions in the U.S. and around the world are working on research projects related to retinal degenerations. Other projects are supported by government funds.
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