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- Common side effects of Oral Contraceptives - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from Prof. George GrantThe most common side effects of the birth control pills include nausea, headache, breast tenderness, weight gain, irregular bleeding, and mood changes. These side effects often subside after a few months' use. Scanty menstrual periods or breakthrough bleeding may occur but are often temporary, ...
Views: 1999(1 vote) - How to minimize the dependency on Blood Pressure Medications? - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from Prof. George GrantPreferred treatment methods for blood pressure include lifestyle modifications and medications. First, the doctor will prescribe a diet and exercise regimen. If these attempts to control symptoms are unsuccessful, the doctor will prescribe medications. The doctor will need to monitor blood ...
Views: 2958(1 vote) - The Controversy between the connection of Vaccination & Autism - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from Prof. George GrantDuring last ten years the incidence of autism has skyrocketed from 1 in 300 to 1 in 600 children. Many in the healthcare field believe that vaccinations may be the culprit that conventional medicine is fearful to scrutinize. Are vaccinations worth the risk of a child becoming autistic for ...
Views: 2281 - What cause Vaginal Dryness for women during menopause? - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from Prof. George GrantA woman’s vagina naturally produces a clear, relatively odorless vaginal lubrication. How much lubricant is produced is influenced by a number of different factors and varies from woman to woman. Factors that may influence vaginal dryness ...
Views: 1741 - Should I take a mega dose of Vitamin C ? - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from Prof. George GrantThere isn't much point of taking mega doses of Vitamin C and you might be harming yourself. A lot of the new info out says that more than 2,000mgs of Vitamin C could be harmful. I take 1,000mgs of C a day in divided doses because I have a connective tissue disorder, and I'm prone to ...
Views: 1942(1 vote) - Should I take the seasonal Flu Shot? - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2012 from Prof. George GrantNew vaccine has been created using an immune adjuvant called squaline, that has been shown to produce devastating neurological injuries in animals and has been strongly linked to the Gulf War syndrome and the 200% increase in the fatal disease ALS in soldiers receiving the anthrax vaccine. No ...
Views: 1645 - Magnesium Supplement can prevent stroke and enhance Brain function - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from Prof. George GrantPeople who eat more foods rich in the mineral magnesium appear to reduce their odds of having a stroke, a new study shows. The link between magnesium in the diet and stroke risk was strongest for ischemic stroke, which is when a clot blocks a blood vessel in the brain. Researchers found ...
Views: 2821(1 vote) - What are the best supplements to relive arthritis pain? - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2012 from Prof. George GrantDMSO is short for dimethyl sulfoxide – an organic, sulfur-rich substance found in the woody part of trees. It was first discovered by a Russian researcher back in 1866. But the real excitement started about 100 years later, when American scientists started uncovering some truly startling ...
Views: 2190(1 vote) - How can I keep my Memory Healthy? - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2012 from Prof. George GrantTaking Natural supplements containing: Phosphatidylcholine (PC), Phosphatidylserine (PS), DHA, EPA, Acetyl-L-Carnitine (ALC), Vitamin B6, Iron, Magnesium, Zinc, Copper, chromium, Green Tea Extract, DMAE, , L- Tyrosine, Herb-of-Grace (Bacopa monnieri), Passion Flower (Passiflora incarnate), ...
Views: 2112(1 vote) - How to do Istop rigging in the ear? - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2012 from Prof. George GrantRinging in the ear known as Tinnitus can range from mildly distracting to completely debilitating. No matter what others may say, it can prevent you from leading a normal life. And even though millions of people have struggled with it for centuries, modern doctors still resort to telling ...
Views: 4139 - What is the best liver Detox? - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2012 from Prof. George GrantUse one Tablespoon of [Olive Oil + Apple cider Vinegar + Lemon Juice] + a dash of Cayaane Pepper on your salads daily. Add Lemon to your water daily. You can also use Milk Thistle to detox your liver every quarter. Avoiding food additives, medications, pesticides is the best way to protect ...
Views: 2038 - Avoid Common Food Additives for optimal wellness - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from Prof. George GrantSodium nitrite used as a food additives in meat is toxic. When you eat it, nitrosamines are formed. These dangerous compounds are highly carcinogenic. During lab studies, researchers inject these compounds into lab mice when they want to give them cancer. Clearly, this is not something we should ...
Views: 1782 - Natural ways to reverse Diabetes - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2012 from Prof. George GrantLifestyle changes like reducing the intake of flour,sugar[particularly high fructose corn syrup], dairy[ice cream], junk foods and increasing fibre, vegetables[yams], cinnamon, chromium/vanadium, Stevia, Vit B1 & B12, Vit D, CoQ10, exercise to increase circulation and enhance circulation and ...
Views: 2797 - Natural Ways to avoid Osteoporosis - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2012 from Prof. George GrantOsteoporosis is a condition of decreased bone density. It affects one in six women and one in eight men over the age of fifty and is most common among post-menopausal women. Osteoporosis is often the cause of many health complications, as it progresses silently and unnoticed for years. Only ...
Views: 1689 - Avoid High Fructose Corn Syrup to avoid Diabetes and Obesity - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2012 from Prof. George GrantHigh-fructose corn syrup is a common sweetener that is used in soft drinks, breakfast cereals, cookies, snacks and many other baked goods. Like sucrose (table sugar), high-fructose corn syrup is made up of a combination of the sugars fructose and glucose. The main difference is that ...
Views: 1855(1 vote) - Natural Solution to reduce Stress in the workplace - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2012 from Prof. George GrantEvidence about the total cost of health, absence, short-term disability, and productivity losses was synthesized for 10 health conditions. Cost estimates from a large medical/absence database were combined with findings from several published productivity surveys. Ranges of condition prevalence ...
Views: 1815(2 votes) - Natural Treatment for Hair Loss - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2012 from Prof. George GrantAlopecia areata is a hair loss condition that causes the rapid onset of round patches of baldness. The cause of alopecia areata is unknown, although in some cases, alopecia areata has been associated with autoimmune diseases. People are often in good health. In approximately one-fifth of ...
Views: 2073(1 vote) - Walking is better than running - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2012 from Prof. George GrantSimply put, both running and walking while trying to cut the excess pounds are a good choice, however, running does burn far more calories and can have a greater effect on overall health. That being said, it’s important to understand the difference between “burning fat” and “losing fat,” as well ...
Views: 1726(1 vote) - Natural Pain Management - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2012 from Prof. George GrantNatural Pain Management MARCH 13, 2012 BY ADMIN LEAVE A COMMENT (EDIT) The dictionary definition of pain is “an unpleasant sensation, ranging from mild, localized discomfort to agony.” Pain comes from the Latin word “poena” meaning a fine, or a penalty. Peter Hart Research Associates report ...
Views: 1960(1 vote) - Natural Solution to Hypertension - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from Prof. George GrantNatural Solution to High Blood Pressure MARCH 13, 2012 BY ADMIN LEAVE A COMMENT (EDIT) Blood pressure is the force with which blood circulates toward and away from the heart; when it is too high or high for prolonged periods, the pressure can become too strong for the arteries. This can be ...
Views: 1951(1 vote) - Natural Solution to Diabetes - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2012 from Prof. George GrantDiabetes is characterized by elevated glucose (sugars) in the blood and resistance of cell membranes to insulin, the hormone that helps metabolize sugar. It is estimated that 350 million people worldwide have either Type one or two diabetes. Type two diabetes is an epidemic that is bulging ...
Views: 2539(1 vote) - Natural Solution to Migraines - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2012 from Prof. George GrantMigraines are characterized by severe to moderate headaches and nausea, often on just one side of the brain, along with light and sound sensitivity lasting for up to 72 hours and often accompanied by problems with visual and motor sensory problems. In addition, 75% of migraine suerers are ...
Views: 2262(1 vote) - Obesity & Biofeedback - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2012 from Prof. George GrantKey facts •Worldwide obesity has more than doubled since 1980. •In 2008, 1.5 billion adults, 20 and older, were overweight. Of these over 200 million men and nearly 300 million women were obese. •Nearly 43 million children under the age of five were overweight in 2010. •a BMI greater than or ...
Views: 3452(1 vote) - Stress Reduction & Biofeedback - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2012 from Prof. George GrantStress Reduction & Biofeedback: Stress affects us all. The deleterious effects of excess stress have been well documented in a wide range of medical publications. Thousands of research articles, studies and books prove beyond a shadow of doubt, that stress can be a factor in any disease, as it ...
Views: 2598(1 vote) - The cost of Stress and Mental Health issues in the Workplace - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2012 from Prof. George GrantEvidence about the total cost of health, absence, short-term disability, and productivity losses was synthesized for 10 health conditions. Cost estimates from a large medical/absence database were combined with findings from several published productivity surveys. Ranges of condition prevalence ...
Views: 2083(1 vote) - Endorphins & Integrative Medicine - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2012 from Prof. George GrantBeta Endorphins, the endogenous opiates, have been the subject of many recent publications. Beta Endorphin levels have positive effects, particularly on mood and behaviour. Endorphins increased after aerobic exercise, massage, and sex. Beta-endorphin is composed of the 31 amino acids and ...
Views: 2565(1 vote) - Integrative Approach for BPH Benign Prostate Hyperplasia - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2012 from Prof. George GrantThe prostate is a male reproductive gland that produces the fluid that carries sperm during ejaculation. It surrounds the urethra, the tube through which urine passes out of the body. An enlarged prostate means the gland has grown bigger. Prostate enlargement happens to almost all men as they ...
Views: 2980 - Stress Reduction for 12 Subjects after using the Infra Red Negative Ions Amethyst Bio Mat over 3 months - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Prof. George GrantAbstract: 12 subjects were tested before and after using the Bio Mat for one hour daily over 3 months period using 3 different biofeedback devices and blood cortisol levels to measure stress reduction. Far Infra Red/Negative Ions Amethyst Bio Mat reduces Stress by 78% as validated by Pre ...
Views: 3014(2 votes) - Super Foods for Antiaging & Total Wellness - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2010 from Prof. George GrantWhat makes a "superfood"? When it comes to healthy eating, there are foods that are so exceptionally nutrient dense and the benefits of eating them so amazing, that they are often referred to as “super foods”. What’s more, they have more nutrients per calorie than most other foods and ...
Views: 2156(3 votes) - Resveratol a new Antiaging & antiinflammatory Natural Substance - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2010 from Prof. George GrantThe plant extract resveratrol, found in the skin of red grapes, appears to suppress inflammation and may fight aging in humans, according to a new study. Common food sources of resveratrol include grapes, wine, peanuts, blueberries, and cranberries. Study author Husam Ghanim, PhD, of the ...
Views: 2264(3 votes) - Deep Sleep & Wellness - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2010 from Prof. George GrantDeep Sleep is essential for Total Wellness: The process of sleep places a very high demand on our energy reserves. So much work must be accomplished while we sleep: innumerable cells must be replaced or repaired, the immune system must be balanced, hormones must be balanced and emotional ...
Views: 3781(9 votes) - How to manage stress in your life? - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2010 from Prof. George GrantDo you ever find yourself lying awake at night, unable to fall asleep, because you're worrying about one of the zillions of things you have to do the next day? Do you ever wake up bone-tired on a cold, dark morning... not wanting to get out of bed and face the day ahead of you? Do you wake ...
Views: 3003(6 votes) - How to achieve Peace & Happiness? - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2010 from Prof. George Grant"Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction and faithful in prayer." Romans 12:12 "Start by doing what's necessary; then do what's possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible." You become what you think about most of the time. And the most important part of each day is what you ...
Views: 3224(7 votes) - What You Can Do to Help Eliminate Water Fluoridation - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2010 from Prof. George GrantI suggest you talk to your dentist and health care provider about water fluoridation. For example, ask them if they’ve seen the National Academy of Sciences report on fluoridation. You can help educate them by giving them information they may not have on water fluoridation and excess ...
Views: 2149(1 vote) - Why Does Toothpaste Carry a Warning But Fluoridated Water Does Not? - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2010 from Prof. George GrantA tube of toothpaste, which clearly carries the warning: “Do not swallow,” and “in case of accidental ingestion, contact the poison control center.” The amount of fluoride they’re talking about is a quarter milligram of fluoride, contained in a pea size amount of toothpaste. But here is ...
Views: 2774(2 votes) - What are the side effect of Tylenol [Acetaminophen]? - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2010 from Prof. George GrantAcetaminophen causes more than half the acute liver failure in the United States 12/24/2005 The manufacturer of Tylenol has voluntarily upgraded warnings that large doses of acetaminophen can cause irreversible liver failure. “More children under four die of accidental poisonings ...
Views: 1954(1 vote) - Stress Management & Wellness - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Prof. George GrantA lecturer, when explaining stress management to an audience, raised a glass of water and asked, "how heavy is this glass of water? " Answers called out ranged from 20g to 500g. The lecturer replied, "The absolute weight doesn't matter. It depends on how long you try to hold it. "If ...
Views: 2548(6 votes) - The positive effect of Apple Cider Vinegar on Blood Sugar - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Prof. George GrantThe Positive Effect of Apple Cider Vinegar on Blood Sugar Numerous studies have shown that vinegar can help lower your blood sugar, even after a high-carb meal. In one recent example, researchers assembled a small group of subjects. One-third of them had been diagnosed with diabetes, ...
Views: 4451(1 vote) - Diet Drinks and weight loss - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Prof. George GrantIf you were to ask 1,000 people why they drink diet soda and other drinks with artificial sweeteners, I expect the vast majority (if not all) would tell you it’s because they are "watching their weight" and these products have no calories. While it is true that diet sodas have no calories, it ...
Views: 3348(1 vote) - What is the best Natural Sweetner - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Prof. George GrantWhat is the best Natural Sweetener? Stevia.. I've written a number of times about my favorite sweetener, stevia. It has no calories, it tastes great, and it doesn't raise your blood sugar. Nor does it come with the potential side effects (like cancer and neurological disorders) of ...
Views: 2977(1 vote) - Butter Vs Margarine Controversy? - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Prof. George GrantMargarine was originally manufactured to fatten turkeys. When it killed the turkeys, the people who had put all the money into the research wanted a payback so they put their heads together to figure out what to do with this product to get their money back. It was a white substance with no food ...
Views: 5165(1 vote) - Live Healthy in an Unhealthy World - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Prof. George GrantStaying healthy in an increasingly unhealthy world is becoming a full time job The International Academy of Wellness is dedicated to recognizing, respecting and understanding today’s health challenges. Our mandate is prevention with a stated goal of getting straight to the cause and avoiding ...
Views: 2204(2 votes) - Do Supplements have different absorption & bioavailability? YES! - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Prof. George GrantAbsorption & Bioavailability of Supplements: Not all Supplements are made the same!! their absorption or Bioavailability range from 5% up to 90%. Use supplements that are Natural, standardized and most importantly Patented, Proven Clinically,Published, Predictable and Priced resonable. We ...
Views: 3100(2 votes) - What is the best Essential Omega do I need daily to prevent heart disease? - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Prof. George GrantBased on our evolutionary history, the ideal ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 in the diet is 1:1. Our ancestors evolved over millions of years eating that way. However, our modern diet has skewed the ratio significantly. A hundred years ago, the average American ate less than one pound of ...
Views: 2224(1 vote) - The positive effect of Apple Cider Vinegar in your health - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Prof. George GrantThe Positive Effect of Vinegar on Blood Sugar Numerous studies have shown that vinegar can help lower your blood sugar, even after a high-carb meal. In one recent example, researchers assembled a small group of subjects. One-third of them had been diagnosed with diabetes, one-third were ...
Views: 2908 - Should you eliminate diet soda from your Diet? Absolutely YES! - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Prof. George GrantEliminate Diet Soda From Your Diet If you were to ask 1,000 people why they drink diet soda and other drinks with artificial sweeteners, I expect the vast majority (if not all) would tell you it’s because they are "watching their weight" and these products have no calories. While ...
Views: 4537(4 votes) - What is Tea Tree Oil? What are their uses? - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Prof. George GrantTea tree oil is a great all purpose essential oil. The Tea Tree Oil Bible gives you and your doctor or health care practitioner as much information as possible in a clear, simple and concise manner. What got us interested in tea tree oil were the many successful personal health and hygiene ...
Views: 3342(4 votes) - Natural Methods to prevent any Bateria/Virus/ H1N1 Swine Flue - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2010 from Prof. George Grant1. Frequent hand-washing (well highlighted in all official communications) using Tea Tree Oil. 2. "Hands-off-the-face" approach. Resist all temptations to touch any part of face (unless you want to eat, bathe or slap). 3. *Gargle twice a day with warm salt water or Tea ...
Views: 3147(2 votes) - Optimal Ratio of Omega 3 to Omega 6 - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Prof. George GrantOptimal Ratio of Omega 3 to Omega 6: Based on our evolutionary history, the ideal ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 in the diet is 1:1. Our ancestors evolved over millions of years eating that way. However, our modern diet has skewed the ratio significantly. A hundred years ago, the average ...
Views: 3723 - Seven key Antiaging Hormones - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Prof. George Grant6 Key Hormones You Need in Optimal Levels for Optimal Health & Antiaging: I rarely see a patient with low testosterone levels who does not also have a serious imbalance in some or all of the other major hormones regulating metabolism, body chemistry, and disease progression. Here are 6 of the ...
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