Hepatitis B and Whole Foods vs. Vitamin Supplements
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This 10 page paper provides an overview of the use of whole foods in support of liver regeneration for patients with Hepatitis B. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
Filename: MHHepBVi.rtf

Herbs / Regulation
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A 10 page research essay on the harmful effects of unlabeled herbal products. The writer argues that the herbs should require testing for safety, efficacy and adverse reactions like any other drug. The writer supports this argument with a listing of known deaths linked to herbs and other adverse effects, the relatively short list of 'safe' herbs, based on few research studies, and how the FDA hands have been tied to regulate the industry by a few special interest groups. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Herbregs.wps

Hildegard Peplau's Theory of Interpersonal Relations
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An 8 page discussion of the background and implications of this theory. Contends that this theory is directly relational to all of the metaparadigms of nursing: to the more commonly recognized metaparadigms of person, environment, nursing, and health and also to nursing processes and goals. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PPnrsPer.wps

Holistic And Allopathic Medicine: Incorporating The Two Approaches
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12 pages in length. The world of medicine has witnessed a significant shift in treatment since the population has taken a great interest in the alternative approach. One of the most sought-after treatments in contemporary society is that of holistic health, which is comprised of myriad modalities from which to choose. In conjunction with -- as opposed to in exchange for -- allopathic medicine, the holistic approach to health care has demonstrated great promise. In its purest form, holistic medicine seeks to treat the entire being as a single entity, rather than address it as a singular component; allopathic medicine, on the other hand, looks at healing in a very scientific, pharmaceutical manner The writer discusses industry movement toward achieving wellness in the allopathic sense, while at the same time incorporating the holistic approach as well. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: TLCholis.wps

Holistic and alternative medicine and treatment of disease
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A 7 page review of the value of alternative medicine in treating diseases such as hypertension, migraine headaches, and Crohn's Disease. An emphasis is placed on acupressure, massage, and meditation. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: PPmedAlt.rtf

Homeopathic Medicine
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5 pages in length. The writer discusses historical development and evolution, philosophy, how the therapy is practiced, what constitutes practice of the therapy, desired outcomes, training and qualifications, current licensing and governmental regulation, and clinical studies documenting the benefits as they relate to homeopathic medicine. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TLCHomeoMed.rtf

Homeopathy: More Beneficial Than Conventional Medicine In Many Respects
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6 pages in length. The writer discusses the inherent differences between homeopathy and conventional medicine, as well as addresses issues pertaining to the spiritual aspects of homeopathy. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: TLChomcn.wps

Homeostatis: Positive vs. Negative Feedback
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A 3 page overview of homeostasis and healing. This paper delineates the importance of positive vs. negative feedback. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PPhomeostasisFeedback.rtf

Hospice: A Personal Option for the Terminally Ill
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A 20 page exploration of the dying process and how it is typically handled in the healthcare establishment. The author presents hospice as a viable alternative to this often less than optimum situation. Hospice cares not just for the clinical aspects of the patients health but also for their personal, social, and psychological aspects. Bibliography lists 16 sources.
Filename: PPhospic.rtf

How Quackery Sells
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6 pages in length. Drs. Jarvis and Barrett's article entitled How Quackery Sells attempts to educate the masses with regard to what they believe as being false – and sometimes harmful – claims made by alternative medicine practitioners. The authors explain that quackery, unproven medical claims that allegedly heal various ailments and illness, is running rampant in contemporary society, with people eagerly flocking to such practitioners as a means by which to cure themselves apart from conventional treatment. According to the article, quackery sells because of myriad elements employed by supersalesmen to reach people at their most vulnerable points, such as vanity, quick fix and the claim of using "all natural" components. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TLCquack.wps

Humor and Laughter as a Therapeutic Tool
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An 8 page overview of the value of humor and laughter in physical and psychological therapy. Reviews the physiological effects of laughter and presents correlations which would indicate that it could be used an effective therapeutic tool in counseling. Emphasizes, however, that individual reaction to humor varies and that careful thought should be employed in its use in the counseling environment. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: PPhumor.wps

Hydrotherapy
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A 3 page research paper on the benefits of hydrotherapy. Subjects covered include mitochondrial myopathy, arthritis, sore muscles, and asthma. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Hydro.wps