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- Introduction to Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukAll energy is electromagnetic in nature, and nothing happens in the body without an electromagnetic exchange between cells. We are all familiar with the electrocardiogram (EKG) and electroencephalograph (EEG) tests, which measure the electromagnetic activity of the heart and brain, respectively. ...
Views: 10871 - Restoring Alkalinity Balance in the Body - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukMany people are preoccupied with the idea of alkalinizing the body; there are many books on the subject. Unfortunately, a good part of the time this concept is way oversimplified. Maintaining Neutrality The pH of our blood is maintained in a very tight range – neutral, which is slightly ...
Views: 11695 - Magnetic Acupuncture - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukPain relief is a very frustrating goal of both individuals and physicians. More than 100 million Americans suffer from chronic pain. There are many health disciplines devoted to helping people with their pain problems. Every approach has its merits, but it is rare for any single approach to be a ...
Views: 11173 - Enter The Sandman - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2013 from David OrmanFew things can ruin a day like a bad night’s sleep. You feel a step or 2 behind for the whole day. It decreases memory, blunts the release of HGH, speeds aging and lowers immunity. Just for starters. Here are a series of easy to do things that can greatly improve sleep: 1. Train in the ...
Views: 1177(1 vote) - A Perspective On Depression And The Value of Therapy - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2013 from Rick CarpenterIt is typical to find different interpretations about the effects of depression among those who suffer from it. You may be able to relate to that since everyone feels depressed over something at one time or another. But aside from people who are not clinically recognized with depression, this ...
Views: 1533 - Chlorophyll: Nature’s Perfect Green Gift To Humans - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2013 from Michael RosenbaumChlorophyll has numerous health benefits. And while mostly forgotten over the last 70 years, the wonders of this ‘green magic’ are slowly but surely reemerging. Chlorophyll Is The Root of Life Deep within every photosynthesizing plant cell on this planet is the green pigment, chlorophyll. ...
Views: 1634 - 5 things you must know about fat burning foods before you lose weight - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2013 from ethan chongDo you seriously think you know all the things about losing weight? Well, I am here to tell you that you don’t. Fat burning foods do much much more than just burning up stubborn fats. So, recently, you have heard about foods that can burn fats but you’re a bit skeptical about whether it can ...
Views: 1366(1 vote) - Yoga and Neck Pain Relief - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2013 from David OrmanIs neck pain becoming a well. . . real pain for you? Tried different substances and no relief? Yoga may be your answer. A recent study conducted in Germany and published in the Journal of Pain, studies 50 people who had chronic pain in their cervical area (neck). About half participated in ...
Views: 1240(1 vote) - Joint Health for Cyclists - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2013 from Johann HelfMost cyclists, even those with no joint problems are concerned with joint health, particularly knee pain. While there are a number of pharmaceutical products on the market geared for this problem, more and more athletes are taking a holistic approach to joint pain relief and turning to ...
Views: 1926 - The Health Benefits Of Palm Oil - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2013 from Richie DragosPalm oil is widely used for cooking. It has the advantage of high temperatures that other oils used for frying without. Palm oil is obtained from African palm pulp. It is an oil rich in vitamin E and carotenoids, precursors of vitamin A, both antioxidants that protect the body from free ...
Views: 1285 - Another Reason for Cinnamon - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2013 from David OrmanI have written about the benefits of cinnamon many times. Here is a partial list . . . . . Cancer Prevention. In a study published by researchers at the U.S. Department of Agriculture in Maryland, cinnamon reduced the proliferation of leukemia and lymphoma cancer cells. Anti-Clotting. It has ...
Views: 1219(1 vote) - Different Cancer Types and Their Causes - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2013 from Pete JamesonThe cancer in the bladder (the bladder is a balloon shaped organ in the body that functions in storing urine) is the fourth most common cancer type that is found in men and eighth most common in women. In this situation, tumors develop on the surface of the wall of the bladder. In severe cases, ...
Views: 821 - Causes of Toenail Fungus And How To Get Rid Of It - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2013 from Ewen ChiaAre you aware of the causes of toenail fungus? Knowing the causes can certainly help you with getting rid of it. You can treat the symptom from the surface, but I personally believe that it is more effective to treat them from the root. Keep reading what I have to share with you today to get the ...
Views: 1525 - Acupuncture, what is it really good for? - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2013 from Shiroko SokitchThe other day I was talking to my chiropractor friend about a man he had been treating for low back pain. John, was having surgery on his low back because of a ruptured disc. I asked Dr. DC why he hadn’t referred him for acupuncture. He said he didn’t realize that it would help. He had given ...
Views: 2467(1 vote) - 10 Ways to Be More You - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2013 from Jacqueline Smith10 Ways to BE MORE YOU: Living creatively is about learning to enjoy your life and letting go of harmful stress. Easier said than done, of course, but like any other worthwhile endeavor, it takes practice and more practice. In fact as often as you can manage. 1. Have you worked out your ...
Views: 1630 - Natural Home Remedies To Prevent Vomiting - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2013 from Lucas NarukaVomiting is extremely familiar indications that can cause by a large variety of problem. Vomiting is also called nausea. Vomiting mainly occurs due to the viral gastroenteritis which is also known as stomach infection or the morning illness of premature pregnancy. Vomiting can point out a severe ...
Views: 1781 - Three Ways You Can Treat Toenail Fungus Naturally - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2013 from Ewen ChiaGone will be the days of ugly and yellowish nails when you give these methods a try. You can treat toenail fungus naturally without any prescriptions or medicines. I would go on to say that drugs and medicines may not work for most people. Here is the reason why I would rather opt for the ...
Views: 1662 - Why You Should Be Drinking Green Tea For Your Health - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2013 from Mary DinonDrinking green tea has numerous health benefits and not just with the aid of weight loss there are also a number of other health benefits. Green leaf tea is 100% natural and safe to drink around the help of shedding unwanted weight It's been determined that green tea extract herb can assist ...
Views: 1354(1 vote) - Treating Toenail Fungus The Natural Way - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2013 from Ewen ChiaAre you obsessed with treating toenail fungus because you hate the way your nails look? Well I used to try all sorts of drugs and medicines from the doctors but none of them seemed to work. I later decided to opt for the natural way, and the results were amazing! Let me share with you some of ...
Views: 1155 - Remedies That Help You Get Rid Of Allergies - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2013 from Richie DragosAllergic reactions may be more common in patients with an unbalanced diet or a messy lifestyle. It can also be triggered by high consumption of processed foods that are high in additives, and emotional stress. Allergies are specific to the spring season, when the body is tired after a hard ...
Views: 934 - Do Sports Make You Smarter? - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2013 from David OrmanCan sports make you smarter? According to a recent study, the answer is a resounding YES. Researchers at the U of Granada compared subjects who participated in sports versus sedentary people. Those who played sports --regardless of the sport - exhibited better cognitive performance and reaction ...
Views: 1892 - Maple grove chiropractic Treatment - Tested And Proven Techniques to End Pain - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2013 from sneha lalEvidence is on the side of wellness care offered by doctors of chiropractic for positively affecting behaviors and wellness, as well as lowering the cost of health care overall. However, it was not up to now that information surfaced about how chiropractic adjustments could influence the ...
Views: 486 - How do you get insomnia? - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2013 from Ethan ChongHow do you get insomnia? Okay, so staying up late at night can mean one thing. But what if you are trying to get a good night’s sleep but can’t? Well, there are actually many different kinds of insomnia that all deprives you of sleep. Today in this article, I am going to explain to you what ...
Views: 1317(1 vote) - How to Handle Hemorrhoids - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2013 from Gerry RestriveraHemorrhoids are the enlargement or inflammation of veins around the anus or at the lower rectum. This condition can be internal or external. Internal hemorrhoids occur at the lower rectum and may result to blood in the stool, rectal bleeding and can be very painful if the swollen veins protrude ...
Views: 1095 - Consider these remedies for asthma - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2013 from Online HerbsAsthma is a type of lung disease where the individual suffering from it finds it difficult to breath. Asthma occurs due to some type of abstraction in the flow of air through the lungs. This lung disease can be acute or chronic depending upon its symptoms. Here are given common causes that lead ...
Views: 1145 - How to Cut Risk of Breast Cancer - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2013 from David OrmanFrom the Journal of Clinical Oncology. . . . Whereas observational studies have suggested that increased physical activity is linked to lower breast cancer risk, Canadian researchers explored how sex hormones were positively influenced by aerobic exercise. Specifically, the team examined how ...
Views: 1224 - Energy boosters for women - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2013 from Terry RogerElectricity boosters are rather popular in the market today as they offer a lot of benefits. No matter if you undoubtedly are a regular exerciser looking for more energy during the day or an athlete looking regarding increased stamina, these energy boosters provde the push to complete your ...
Views: 724 - Symptoms and causes involve in dermatitis - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2013 from Online HerbsDermatitis and eczema are similar terms referred to normal to chronic skin inflammation. There are several types included in dermatitis; atopic dermatitis is among the very common category. Dermatitis is the abnormalities occurring in skin functioning. People from almost any age can get ...
Views: 1196(1 vote) - 3 Free Alternative Gout Remedy Tips - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2013 from Ray T KnudgetAlternative remedies for gout is becoming more sought-after because most of the prescription medicine comes with unwanted side effects. Gout sufferers will start looking for alternative remedies; here I will reveal 3 tips for gout sufferers who are searching for the alternatives. The best ...
Views: 1473(1 vote) - Choose The Best External Piles Treatment And Get Long Lasting Relief - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2013 from Auscause BarrymoreExternal piles may be caused due to several factors. Some of the common causes of external piles can be considered as heredity, obesity, chronic constipation, chronic diarrhea, lifting heavy objects, prolonged sitting, etc. A hard lump develops around the anus which has blue or purple tint. ...
Views: 729 - Brain supplements - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2013 from Terry RogerInvestigation has proven that vitamins, herbs and minerals all have an affect on your memory and all your mental capacities as they stimulate brain functioning. However regarding optimum results, it is important that you take brain supplements that are resulting from organically grown food ...
Views: 674 - 4 Unique Food For A Natural Gout Pain Relief - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2013 from Ray T KnudgetWhen you think of gout treatment in general, you will always think of taking a dreadful amount of multi-colour pills for your gout pain relief and gout inflammations. You might wonder if there is any gout treatment that doesn’t involve any drugs and pills and injections. Lucky for you, ...
Views: 1394(1 vote) - Chakra Balancing- Charging Up Your Energy Body Batteries - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2013 from Mandy GatlinChakra balancing is the perfect way to make sure your bodies energy system is running optimally! Here's a quick meditation for checking each of your Chakras! Sit in a comfortable chair and close your eyes. You may play meditation music if you like. Start by taking 3 large breaths. Let each ...
Views: 1798 - Attention Deficit Disorder: You Are Not Going to Like This One, Maybe - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2013 from David OrmanSome of you will really not like this post. Too invested in the disease and the same way of living. Some of you will love this post. Very invested in health and a new way of living. An article was posted regarding the "inventor of ADD and ADHA." It reads. . . . . The German weekly Der ...
Views: 1999(1 vote) - Understanding Your Brainwaves - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2013 from Jason StephensonThe human brain is composed of billions of cells commonly known as neurons. Brain cells communicate with one another with the use of electricity. When several million neurons combine and send signals at a given time, they produce a large amount of electricity in your brain. The electrical ...
Views: 1590 - The Benefits Of Honey - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2013 from Richie DragosHoney is the strongest natural energy booster, containing vitamins and minerals, including vitamins A, B, C, D, K, magnesium, calcium, potassium and phosphorus. Normal color of honey is golden, but it can range from white to red and even black. The combination of honey and goat milk has been ...
Views: 1475(2 votes) - The Secrets Of Green Tea Metabolism And How It Can Change Your Life For The Better. - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2013 from Mary DinonTea is a plant by-product that’s naturally contains great amounts of antioxidants called catechins. There are more catechins found in green compared to the famous black tea due to the way these respective teas are being processed and fermented. The healthy benefits of green tea is ...
Views: 1647(1 vote) - How To Remove Nail Fungus The Natural Way - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2013 from Ewen ChiaAre you tormented by how ugly your nails look? I bet you probably hate to see how yellow your nails look. That could be a case of having fungus on your nails. Well today, I will be sharing with you how you can remove nail fungus the natural way. You see, I used to suffer from that in the past, ...
Views: 1700 - Green tea EGCG What Does It Mean - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2013 from Mary DinonThe production of green tea is done though slight steaming of fresh Camellia Sinensis leaves. When oxidation takes place, the enzymes inside the tea leaves are converted into polyphenols, which are known for great therapeutication and pharmacological properties. The main polyphenol ...
Views: 2131(1 vote) - Discover the All Natural Excessive Sweating Treatments - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2013 from Gerry RestriveraAre you suffering from excessive sweating? If you answered yes, then you are not alone. Millions of people around the world are experiencing excessive sweating and still looking for the best excessive sweating treatments. Excessive sweating problem is more than a disease but it’s also a ...
Views: 1143 - Advice on How to Cure a Yeast Infection Yourself - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Joshep FonsekaHave you ever wondered how to cure a yeast infection? Many people suffer from yeast infections every year. Yeast infections are a common type of fungal infection that occurs mostly in females. Symptoms can vary and there are several treatment options available on the market today. Women feeling ...
Views: 812 - Has Constipation Brought You to Your Knees? - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2013 from Helen Chin LuiDid you know? • More than 4 million Americans (12-19%) suffer from chronic constipation in the USA (including children, adults and elderly). • 2.5 million annual doctor’s visits are for constipation. • More than $700 million is spent on over-the-counter laxative products ...
Views: 2116(1 vote) - The Heart of the Matter - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2013 from David OrmanYour heart beats about once a second. Live to 80 and your heart will have beat over 2.5 billion times. That is more than the number of any other muscle in your body will contract during your lifetime, no matter how many push ups you do. Why do athletes in particular often take their heart for ...
Views: 1082(1 vote) - The Benefits Of Fish Oil - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2013 from Richie DragosFish oil is a supplement widely used by people to treat their various ailments. Fish oil is an ingredient absolutely perfect to have a strong body, especially to withstand stress and fatigue. Fish oil is the best source of omega 3 polyunsaturated fatty acids. Fish oil supplements have are the ...
Views: 1268 - Benefits of Green Tea with Lemon - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2013 from Mary DinonWeight loss solutions are extremely famous all over the world today. Men and women spend hundreds and even thousands of dollars just to get hold of the perfect product that will make them slimmer and fitter. With all the products readily available in the market today, there are certainly ...
Views: 1453(1 vote) - Natural Remedies For Gastritis - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2013 from Richie DragosGastritis is an inflammation of the lining that protects the stomach walls. Its causes are many, the most common being: medications, alcohol and aggressive foods for digestive tract, the presence of Helicobacter pylori bacteria in the stomach. Another cause of the gastritis is pernicious anemia, ...
Views: 1323 - A Must Have Mineral - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2013 from David OrmanThe mineral zinc is present in every part of the body and has a wide range of functions. It helps with the healing of wounds and is a vital component of many enzyme reactions. Zinc is vital for the healthy working of many of the body's systems. It is particularly important for healthy skin ...
Views: 1428(1 vote) - Some Things You Should Take Note Of When Treating Toenail Fungus - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2013 from Ewen ChiaHaving a fungal infection on your toes is a morbid experience. It makes your toes look ugly but besides that, it is also detrimental to your health. Anyway, I just wanted to address some issues when treating toenail fungus. So when it comes to treating toenail fungus, the first thing that you ...
Views: 1479 - Get Rid of Stubborn Eczema - by Submitted on May 31, 2013 from Gerry RestriveraThe skin is the largest organ of the body and suffering from a skin disease can be very stressful and depressing. Eczema is skin problem affecting children and adults that often occurs on the face, neck, hands and legs. If not controlled this problem could continue to torment sufferers for ...
Views: 3524 - Does The Best Nail Fungus Treatment Really Exist? - by Submitted on May 29, 2013 from Ewen ChiaDoes the best nail fungus treatment really exist? Well, to answer your question, yes and no. You will be able to find all sorts of remedies that get rid of fungus. Some may work better than others. Let me share with you my experiences with you, and hopefully, it will help you decide on how you ...
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