MD writes: "Is cupping OK for Christians to do? My doctor suggested it for bursitis."
Is Cupping Okay for Catholics?
MD writes: "Is cupping OK for Christians to do? My doctor suggested it for bursitis."
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MD writes: "Is cupping OK for Christians to do? My doctor suggested it for bursitis."
When Dieting Becomes a Religion
SR writes: "Everyone seems to be on some kind of diet. (I.e. Paleo diet or Gluten free, Atkins, etc. I understand if someone is diagnosed with Celiac Disease or Gluten intolerances, it makes sense and would be prudent to eliminate gluten, but it seems that more and more people are on diets because they are desperate to lose weight. In some cases I feel some people turn these diets into a "religion". Are they any diets we should avoid (that are New Age?)
Do Organs Have Emotional Energy?
LB writes: "I have a relative in my family who is a trained physical therapist. I have noticed that she talks about organs "having certain emotional energy" These energies give way to our illnesses in our bodies. She has even been able to sense that a patient had an abortion years earlier, causing her uterus to retain the trauma inflicted to it. Many people admire her ability to release this negative energy from her patients. I worry that this seems very new age. In all other areas of her life she is an outstanding catholic. She has been trained in cranial sacral therapy, holistic healing, too. Any thoughts?"
Are Dietary Enzymes New Age?
SR writes: "Are taking digestive enzymes safe? Are there studies or scientific evidence that states taking them could pose risk to one's health? Or are they just another New Age invention?"
No Evidence Acupuncture Helps With Infertility
L writes: It was suggested to us that we try acupuncture to get pregnant. The theory is that it relieves stress. What are your thoughts on this and is it okay to do? Also, is a chiro okay to use for adjustments?"
What's Wrong With the Sa Ta Na Ma Chant?
Dr. Daniel Amen (Photo courtesy of Wikicommons Images, Razorface914, CC BY-SA 4.0)AP writes: " . . . Dr. Daniel Amen, a former Catholic (now Christian), well-respected brain research psychiatrist, best-selling author, uses SPECT brain imaging to target treatment for his patients at his Amen Clinics in California. He tries to use diet, supplements, exercise, and relaxation/breathing/meditation/self-hypnosis techniques before prescribing psychotropic medication.
Can Catholics Use Ozone Therapy?
EK asks: "I want to know if Ozone therapy ( injected under the skin) and magnetic therapy ( don’t know how he would do that) is ok in the Catholic church. I was in a car accident and a naturopath offered these solutions."
Is Salt Inhalation Therapy Worth It's Salt?
Himalayan saltJB writes: "Salt inhalation therapy is reported to provide natural relief for allergies, asthma, and respiration conditions. A friend of mine had good results using a dry salt inhaler, and I have read many positive anecdotal reports about this. Is this a new age therapy?"
Does the Vatican Consider Chiropractics to be New Age?
BS write: "I read your article that stated the Vatican considers Chiropractic new age. You give the history of chiropractic treatment and it’s definitely a concern to me after reading it. Do you really consider Chiropractic dangerous? My Chiropractor is a practicing Christian and never talks about any energy fields or healing touch which would have definitely been a red flag for me. I have been helped so much by Chiropractic. But want to know if you really think I am playing with the occult."
Are Holistic Vets Okay?
MN asks: "Is there anything wrong with taking the family pet to a holistic vet? Our cat has had bladder problems in the past, and we are buying special food for him from the vet, but he has put on weight and we would rather consult with a vet who can recommend a homemade cat food recipe that is less expensive and healthier for him. We have had a history with our pets getting cancer, and we are concerned that commercial pet foods may be partially responsible."
