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- Understanding Your Sciatica - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2010 from David StevensWhen you think you are suffering from the pain of sciatica; learning about sciatica will allow you to decide when you need to see the doctor. Understanding your condition will help you understand the evaluation and possible treatment options. True sciatica is caused by irritation of the ...
Views: 2140(2 votes) - Anti Aging Products - How Natural Anti Aging Products Are Healthier Than Commercial Brands - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2010 from Barb LulayNatural anti aging products are much better for you than commercial brands. This is not to say that commercial brands do not work, because they probably do work. This is to say that the majority of commercial brand products contain ingredients that are harmful to your health, while natural ...
Views: 2132(2 votes) - Wrinkle Busters from Your Kitchen - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2005 from Danielle SimsMany cosmetic companies are capitalizing on on our need to fight the signs of aging. Prices for these "miracle" concoctions can run as high as $200 for a cream! So what is in these small jars of hope and promise? Looking through the ingredients and deciphering the scientific names, you may ...
Views: 2129(2 votes) - Fertility & Diet – Critical Discoveries - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2008 from Dan HammerThe groundbreaking study on fertility and diet, done by the Harvard School of Public Health, revealed five critical lifestyle and diet behaviors that impact both fertility and aging. The data comes from the Nurses’ Health Study. With the help of more than 18,000 women, this long-term project ...
Views: 2128(1 vote) - New Rule--Value yourself enough to rid toxins from your life - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Whole Person Balanced LifeNew Rule--Value yourself enough to rid toxins from your life So, you've read my last couple of posts about the dangerous chemicals that can be found in your every day personal care products. You are probably thinking that no matter where you turn your head you are going to be assaulted by ...
Views: 2128(4 votes) - Warrior's Dance - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2013 from David LaderWarrior’s Dance is a powerful marriage of martial arts and dance. Traditional martial arts systems have evolved historically as warriors and spiritual seekers have experimented with and experienced the effects of various ways of moving. These systems originated as inspired students were moved ...
Views: 2126(1 vote) - How Chlorella Algae Changed One Man’s Life Over 60 Years Ago - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2013 from Michael RosenbaumYou may have heard about the superfood known as chlorella. But do you know how powerful its unique nutrition is? Let me tell you how chlorella changed one man’s life over 60 years ago . . . At age 54, Hideo Nakayama had just about given up hope. His doctors had given him no more than 5 ...
Views: 2124(1 vote) - 5 Ways To Improve Your Sleep Without Melatonin - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2013 from Dr. Rawle ShewprashadMore and more people are having trouble getting a good night’s rest. People are turning to those sleep elixirs that we see at the convenience store registers (in bottles similar to 5 Hour Energy) and sleeping pills. Believe it or not, I know a doctor who drinks Nyquil every night so that she can ...
Views: 2113 - Two Words to Erase From Your Mind - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2010 from Ellen WoodI hear it all the time. A friend is telling me something and before she finishes, there’s a pause. She might clear her throat and crinkle her eyebrows. Then she says, “Oh dear, another senior moment.” Usually the person is over 50 – but lately I’ve been hearing it even from men and women ...
Views: 2111(7 votes) - *** Studies Suggests Lithium May Help to Treat Alzheimer's Disease - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from steffan abelLithium, used for decades to treat manic depression, has been shown in mice to block the production of proteins that accumulate in the brains of Alzheimer's patients, suggesting a future role for the drug in treating the disease, a new study said. The researchers who conducted the experiments ...
Views: 2108(5 votes) - ***Supplements for Optimal Aging (Part 1) - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2011 from Frank WilhelmiWith age comes decreased capacity to repair cellular damage, to digest foods completely, to produce energy in our mitochondria, to recover from exercise, to take in and use oxygen, to circulate blood, repair cartilage, etc. Supplements are a primary strategy for getting around these limitations. ...
Views: 2107(1 vote) - Skin Care Ingredients - Weighing the Benefits - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2005 from elizabeth mcgeeIf you've ever stood in the aisle of the skincare section of your favorite cosmetics department looking for a facecream to help you look younger and healthier, you know how confusing it can be to find a product that will help improve the look and texture of your skin. As confusing as it is, ...
Views: 2099(1 vote) - Anti Aging Skin Products and Unique Techniques to Fight the Signs of Aging - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2010 from Barb LulayWhile anti aging skin products are useful in helping to prolong or eliminate some of the signs of aging, there are some unique everyday techniques you can do to help. While some of these techniques are basic to health, they are unique ideas for fighting the signs of aging. Signs of aging can ...
Views: 2095(1 vote) - 3 Cool Things Dr. Oz Taught Me - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2013 from Roberta MittmanDr. Oz--you know that name! The famous doctor was one of the medical experts who spoke at the recent Integrative Healthcare Symposium. I'd like to share some of his important presentation points with you--and some tips from my files for turning Dr. Oz's advice into a plan that works for you, for ...
Views: 2089(3 votes) - Statins and Alzheimer's Disease - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2010 from Steffan AbelIn an earlier article I mention the many health benefits that were to be gained from reducing the amount of carbohydrates in the typical diet. Unfortunately a lot of people worry that if they reduce the amount of carbohydrates that they eat, then very often their consumption of protein and fat ...
Views: 2085 - Aging of the Face and Simple Solutions to Slow Aging Naturally - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2009 from Valerie RosenbaumSome doctors seem to believe that aging of the face can only be corrected through the use of painful injections. In a recent interview with one of those doctors, he said that topical treatments will never provide the same results as injections. But, if he had kept up with the latest research, ...
Views: 2084(5 votes) - Stave Off Disease With Anti Aging Foods - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2012 from sarah labdarWhen people think about anti aging, they mainly think about their skin health, however anti aging pertains to the whole body not just its largest organ. Signs of aging appear as we get older and our metabolism slows, our bones brittle and our joints become stiff an achy. Premature aging occurs ...
Views: 2079 - Turning 60? Five Big Health Changes to be Prepared for in your Sixties - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2015 from Dixie SomersAging is an unavoidable fact of life that we will all face at some point. Once you start reaching the age of 60 and beyond, your body will no longer be as forgiving as it once was. Typical daily practices that you would take for granted may seem a little more difficult than they once were, which ...
Views: 2079 - Forgetfulness vs. Alzheimer's - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2012 from Roberta MittmanSometimes I find myself saying "Did I forget to tell you about this?" And I know it's entirely possible that I might have." But I also know I have a lot of company. Maybe you, too, sometimes forget where you put the cell phone, whom you were going to email, or what your waiter's name is. Have ...
Views: 2076 - What Is Kangen Water About - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2012 from Danny AngThe name ‘Kangen’ is derived from a Japanese word, which means reduction, or ‘return to the origin’. Kangen is used to describe pure, healthy, alkaline ionized drinking water rich in minerals. This water is obtained through electrolysis and contains extra hydrogen ions. Kangen water is a ...
Views: 2073 - Use It or Lose It: Maintain Your Competitive Edge As You Age - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Roger SeipIf you believe that accelerated loss of your mental acuity is inevitable with age, and that the loss of your competitive edge is certain to accompany that memory loss, you're not alone. But you are wrong. Age does have some effect on memory, but it's not an especially significant factor. ...
Views: 2068(4 votes) - Can Aspirin Stop a Heart Attack? - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from i-Supplements comAspirin has been around as long as most of us can remember. It was introduced over 100 years ago as a fever reducer and pain reliever and since that time, it has made its way into virtually every medicine cabinet in the country. Over the past several years, aspirin has been touted to help reduce ...
Views: 2065(2 votes) - A Guide to Independent Living in Your Home - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2012 from William ChandlerA Guide to Independent Living Aging-In-Place William Chandler Certified Aging-In-Place Professional For more information, please visit: www.TheBuildingInspector.net What is Aging-In-Place? Quite simply, Aging-In-Place defines a people’s ability to ...
Views: 2062 - ***Dispelling the Myth on Aging: The Chinese Triad to the Rescue! - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2010 from Dr. Kam YuenI want to dispel the kind of conventional thinking that leads to the creation of aging myths. Since I am a vibrant and healthy person who is about one year from hitting his 70th year mark, there is undoubtedly something valuable I can say about aging, especially compared to someone who is 50 or ...
Views: 2057(2 votes) - Vito Bialla Turns 60 Into an Exciting Adventure - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2010 from Ed MayhewSome of us see turning age 60 as a milestone that marks the beginning of the end and bemoan our lost youth. A big challenge for us -- an adventure even -- is to get across the room to our chair before the paper plate embarrassingly crumples under the weight of our very generous servings of ...
Views: 2055 - Water Exercise For Arthritis Sufferers - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2015 from Lizzy BullockWhat is Arthritis? Arthritis affects an estimated 50 million people in America alone. The most common form, known as osteoarthritis occurs simply because the delicate joint tissues wear away over time. A more virulent form, rheumatoid arthritis, is in fact an autoimmune disease. Rheumatoid ...
Views: 2054(1 vote) - Practical & New Age Beauty Tips - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2016 from Stephanie AdamsFor most women, the purpose of wearing makeup is to look younger, not older. Ironically, although many popular cosmetic companies promise their products will make you look young, their long term effects often cause the exact opposite...advanced aging. Pure, natural, organic products are the best ...
Views: 2053(1 vote) - How to Avoid Senior Dementia & Alz. Protect your Mind. Here's how. - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2013 from Hal Wechsler“Want to be YOU at age 93? New Research Offers Proof.” • 1. Me: Important news: “University of Texas, Dallas, 10.21.13, lead author, Denise Park, in journal, Psychological Science offers verified evidence you can avoid Dementia and even Alzheimer’s as a Senior. • You are going to live to ...
Views: 2050 - If You Can FAKE a Smile for 17-Second... - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2012 from Hal WechslerIf You Can Fake a Smile For 17 Seconds, You Control How You Feel • 1. “It’s not what we don’t-know that does us in. It is what we ‘do’ know, that isn’t so, like facts, rules & principles.” • 2. If we all knew everything about “smiling & laughing”, why would the University of Kansas ...
Views: 2046(1 vote) - ACUPUNCTURE MEDICINE: CAN AVOIDING DIETARY SUGAR PREVENT CANCER? - by Submitted on May 31, 2010 from Steven GordonInflammation and Dietary Sugar One of the major causes of inflammation in the human body is the over consumption of processed, white sugar. When I was an intern in a Taoist school of acupuncture and a red halo developed on the skin around an inserted needle, the Master would say; “too much ...
Views: 2041 - 10 Surprising Things Everyone Should Know To Boost Brain Health - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2012 from Cynthia GreenBrain health is today's hottest health topic. While research gives us more and more answers about how we can safeguard our brain health and significantly lower our risk for diseases such as Alzheimer's, the average person has little idea what exactly they can do. Often I am asked what we can ...
Views: 2039(2 votes) - What Does Homeopathy Cure? - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2011 from Hilda SpektorThe question of what diseases are treated by homeopathy is one of the most common. This is not surprising, given that the patient is interested in the treatment of a particular disease and it is important for him or her to know whether homeopathy in treating this particular ...
Views: 2039(3 votes) - Tips to Take Care of Tendons and Ligaments - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2014 from Lorraine MaitaTendons are bands of tissue that connect muscle to bone and ligaments connect bone to bone. Without them you can’t move. Collagen provides structure and strength while mucopolysaccharides hold them together to allow them to stretch, flex, bend and retain resilience against injury. Both tendons ...
Views: 2034 - Long Term Care Insurance - 10 Informative Facts about LTC Insurance LTI - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2016 from Brandon Leibowitz1. Long term care insurance is a form of insurance only found within the United States and the United Kingdom. This has been rapidly growing in the past years throughout the United States. The downside is that coverage costs can become very expensive, mainly when customers wait till the last ...
Views: 2027(1 vote) - helping your eyes with these tips gathered over the years form books, magazines and seminars - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2012 from Carl Tuchy PalmieriEyes Newsbites • People who eat tuna at least once a week have lover incidence of dry eye syndrome. Protect your eyes • Goji berries contain more iron per ounce than steak, more vitamin C than oranges, and more betacarotene than carrots. They also have zeaxanthin which protects your eyes ...
Views: 2021(1 vote) - Your Thoughts Affect How Your Body Ages - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2010 from Ellen Wood“Studies show that one of the most accurate predictors of longevity is what a person thinks about their own health,” says Dr. Larry Dossey, MD, author and one of the top experts in mind-body medicine. Recent research shows that your mind, not your genes, is the primary determining factor in ...
Views: 2019(5 votes) - The Family Love Letter™. The Gift of Your Life..In Memory of My Friend Lynn - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2011 from Cynthia Shelby-LaneAs a physician who practices anti-aging and functional medicine, I have devoted my career to helping people live longer and create healthier lives. I have a passion for healthy living, so wellness and staying young has been my mantra. But, in January of 2011, I experienced the sudden loss ...
Views: 2017(1 vote) - How Males Can Keep Looking Younger For Longer Using A Facial Gymnastics Regimen - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2013 from Sune StraussMen have similar concerns with growing old as ladies do these days. People trying to look younger than their numerical age are what keeps the ever-developing beauty trade going. Here are a few pointers for looking younger tailored mostly for men, but women can find them effective too. Men's ...
Views: 2013 - Stop Worrying About Alzheimer's And Other Infirmities of Old Age - That Will Make You Age Faster! - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2007 from Ellen WoodToday is my birthday! It's my magical day – the day I get to wish for my dreams to come true. Sure, I can wish for whatever I want every day (and I do), but today I get to blow out some candles and grin from ear to ear while my family sings to me. Then I read out loud their hilarious ...
Views: 2011(1 vote) - 8 Healthy Habits that Keep You Looking Years Younger - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2014 from Maria Lawson(Image credit: www.pinterest.com/pin/521713938054087250/) The fountain of youth – it’s what we’re all looking for! Not only do we want to live a long, healthy life, we also want to look a lot younger than we actually are. And there is nothing wrong in trying to look fresher and more beautiful ...
Views: 2010 - Acne Prevention, Treatment & Correction - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2012 from sarah labdarAcne, pimples, zits, blackheads, whiteheads, blemishes, whatever you want to call them, they appear out of nowhere to ruin your day. No one wants acne, especially on ones face. Getting rid of acne is about prevention, treatment and correction. Preventing acne is about keeping your skin and pores ...
Views: 2009 - 7 Simple Ways to Improve Your Relationship With Your Body - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2012 from Linda RadfordImprove your state of health by improving your relationship with your body. Relationships are improved by communication. Your body is no different, tune in and sense what’s going on with it, and support your body by doing these 7 simple yet important activities daily: 1. Breathe—take time to ...
Views: 2008 - Natural Solution to Osteoporosis - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2012 from Prof. George GrantOsteoporosis and low bone mass are currently estimated to be a major public health threat. Adequate nutrition plays a major role in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis; the micro nutrients of greatest importance are calcium and vitamin D. Calcium has been shown to have beneficial ...
Views: 2007(1 vote) - 4 Essential Steps for Your Skin Care Routine - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2010 from sarah labdarThe face and the facial skin is the first thing that people see. So when we leave our homes you want to present a clean, clear, beautiful looking face. The facial skin unlike other areas of skin on our body is always exposed to the environment and therefore is easily damaged through sun ...
Views: 2004(3 votes) - Type-2 Diabetes, genes and gene expression - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2012 from Frank WilhelmiTwo recent news articles announced discovery of 13 gene variants that make us susceptible to developing type-2 diabetes later in life. The point of this article is that you don’t have to be a victim of genetic variants; you may be more susceptible to some disease of aging, but you don’t have to ...
Views: 2004(2 votes) - ***Aerobics - To Recover and Maintain your Heart/Lung/Vascular Fitness. - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Frank WilhelmiWhen you push exercise to your aerobic limits, your cardiovascular/pulmonary system improves; it's called the 'training effect'. Your body adapts to the measured stress by becoming more efficient at getting oxygen to the cells, and the cells become more efficient in performing all their various ...
Views: 2001(1 vote) - Bodies, Beliefs, And Perceptions - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2010 from Tom WrightTom Wright First of all, why is making the distinction between belief and perception so important? Let's take the example of walking over twelve-hundred degree hot coals, something I have direct experience with by having done so myself. If our human ability to perceive what's out there and ...
Views: 1999(2 votes) - The Role of Social Support in Longevity and Disease Recovery - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2012 from Michael LocklearThe support of friends, family, and our community has been shown to extend our lives, lower our risk of infection, and help us recover from conditions such as heart disease and high blood pressure more quickly and effectively. A study conducted in 2001 by Beverly H. Brummett, Ph.D. and ...
Views: 1999 - Brain Fog - Memory Loss - Alzheimer's, Can something be done about it? - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2003 from Janis IhrigIt's a sad day when someone you love can't drive because they can't think clearly. It happens everyday. They say nothing can be done about it. Or, can it? At the age of 68 my mother wanted so much to drive, but my father wouldn't let her. I loved her dearly and felt I could let her drive ...
Views: 1998(2 votes) - Fixing Cataracts Before they Worsen: 6 Signs and Symptoms - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2015 from Rachelle WilberCataracts will affect more than 50 percent of Americans by time they reach 80 years of age. Despite their prevalence, people know very little about them and what causes them. Cataracts are commonly characterized by clouding of the eye’s natural lens, which results in blurred vision. The only ...
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