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- How To Detoxify From Nicotine And Other Toxins Derived From Smoking - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongYou are well aware that smoking is bad for you and that you should stop. You know that that smoking introduces nicotine and other compounds into your body. These, unfortunately, are toxins. Over a length of period and as you smoke more often, the toxins accumulate in your body, posing ...
Views: 25103(1 vote) - Bowel Movement Problems Are Indicative Of Poor Digestive Health - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongYou probably would refrain from discussing your bowel movement problems with others as you feel embarrassed over them. An inability to digest food properly with efficiency and ease can have a major impact on how you live. When digestion becomes compromised because of poor diet, infection, ...
Views: 10405(2 votes) - Cayenne Pepper For Colon Cleansing - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongCayenne pepper, which is also known as Capsium frutescens, is often used as a colon cleansing herb together with other herbs for body detoxification. It is a vital ingredient in the popular detox diet called the Master Cleanser or otherwise known as the lemonade diet. With cayenne pepper, you ...
Views: 14012(1 vote) - Garlic As A Detox Diet Food - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongThere are several ways that you can do body cleansing; but you can start one pretty easily by going on a detox diet. A detox diet essentially aids your body in the removal of toxins and waste products and helps increase your overall health. One detox diet food that aids in the cleansing is ...
Views: 13097(3 votes) - How To Treat Stomach Flu Symptoms - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongIt can be depressing with having developed stomach flu symptoms. Being stuck in the toilet with diarrhea for days is not exactly something that anyone would bargain for. Other than diarrhea to contend with, you may also be sick in bed with other stomach flu symptoms such as vomitting, nausea ...
Views: 12529(1 vote) - Sea Salt Detox For Cleansing - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongSome naturopathic practitioners recommend taking a sea salt detox for cleansing to aid in the removal of toxins from the digestive tract. This is an alternative remedy to taking harsh and commercial medications to treat digestive ailments like constipation, gas and bloating. The sea salt detox ...
Views: 21731(1 vote) - You Can Lose Weight With The Lemonade Diet - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongThe lemonade diet has been enjoying a surge in interest as women think it is the answer to losing weight fast. They got the idea from a curvaceous and slim Beyonce, who lost weight for her role in Dreamgirls in a short space of time due to the lemonade diet. It was later revealed that a few ...
Views: 4254(3 votes) - 10 Digestive Diseases Having Constipation And Other Bowel Related Symptoms - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongYou can expect to experience constipation or uncomfortable bowel related symptoms when your digestive system is upset and not working properly. Your many symptoms can include bloating, gas, loose stools, nausea, weakness, dizziness and sweatiness. Serious life threatening complications can ...
Views: 1013 - 4 Common Myths About Digestive Disorders - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongIf you have a digestive disorder, you may be inclined to keep it a secret from others. You feel embarrassed over having it. You may not realize is that having a digestive disorder is in fact a very common problem. Not finding out more about the truths of digestive disorders can be detrimental ...
Views: 1272 - A Look Into Teen Eating Disorders - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongThere are more and more cases of teen eating disorders. During adolescence, teens become aware about the importance of looking good. They want to be like the many stars and celebrities that they worship. It is also the time when they begin to want to attract members of the opposite sex. ...
Views: 1260 - Abdominal Pains Resulting From Pancreatic Cysts - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongAbdominal pains can come from having large pancreatic cysts. They make their presence known by appearing as firm and rounded swellings in your upper abdomen. Cysts may form within your pancreas if you have a condition of cystic fibrosis. Adults are not the only ones who can get cysts. Even ...
Views: 2535 - Achieve Quick Weight Loss With Juice Fasting - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongYou can achieve quick weight loss with juice fasting even though it is a method usually adopted to give your body a rest from too much activity in digesting foods. Fasting allows your body to remove waste and toxins that have been accumulating in your body. Weight loss is achieved as nothing ...
Views: 3229 - Adopt A Detox Diet With Organic Fruits And Vegetables - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongNaturopathic doctors recommend adopting a detox diet to help clean the body of accumulated toxins. Toxins usually accumulate when the organs involved in the detoxification process of your body become inefficient or unable to function properly. This can happen because you constantly load your ...
Views: 1258 - Alcohol Addiction FAQ - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongThere are several reasons why many turn to alcohol. Yet when they first do so, they paid little regard that excessive alcohol can cause plenty of harm and damage to the internal organs such as liver and stomach. Alcohol can cause liver-related diseases as well as varicose-like veins in the ...
Views: 1150 - Behavioral Therapy For Autism: An Overview - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongBehavioral therapy for autism is becoming popular due to its reported high rate of success. Using this therapy, your child quickly learns that his previous inappropriate behavior will be ignored and not encouraged. He finds that only appropriate behavior is rewarded and will be motivated to do ...
Views: 3212 - Body Detox With Herbal Teas - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongYou can do a body detox with herbal teas. The use of herbal teas has been around since several thousand years ago. Herbal teas are essentially body balancers, and their mild detoxification properties are easy for the body to utilise.In fact, you can also view herbal teas as high mineral drinks ...
Views: 1703 - Cancer Caused By The Environment - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongMore people now believe that environmental factors can cause cancer. Yet there are others who say that it is difficult to prove the causal-effect link. Virtually any part of your body can turn cancerous. With increasing incidences of cancer, chances are high that you may have cancer or know ...
Views: 1314 - Careful Food Planning For A Celiac Disease Diet - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongCareful food planning for a celiac disease diet is key, if you are a sufferer of this condition. Although it sounds as if there is no cure, there are however important diet changes that you can make to help reduce the frequency and severity of your symptoms. Celiac disease occurs when you ...
Views: 1239 - Cause Of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Due To A Stomach Virus? - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongThe cause of chronic fatigue syndrome has for many years not been clearly established. Researchers have remained baffled all this time. While it is obvious that sufferers are experiencing a condition, the cause has remained pretty much elusive. More recently, however, new findings have thrown ...
Views: 1354 - Causes And Symptoms Of Rectal Bleeding - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongSymptoms of rectal bleeding are easily detected. After wiping your bottom, you may observe toilet paper to be streaked with red blood or with pinkish stains. Or if your bleeding is a little more severe, you may actually observe fresh red blood oozing out of the rectum. However, after from these ...
Views: 2637 - Causes Of Autism And Their Theories - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongCauses of autism remain the subject of debate until today. There are various theories as to how autism came about. Some of the controversy also center on whether or not there has been a marked rise in the cases of autism in the past 10 years. Genetic Causes Of Autism Some studies suggest ...
Views: 1310 - Complications And Treatments Of Diverticulosis Symptoms - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongBleeding is the most common, out of all diverticulosis symptoms. Most often, the condition is diagnosed usually at a later stage. It is a condition that occurs in the colon. Diet and lifestyle changes can help you reduce diverticulosis symptoms. It is important that you start on them as early ...
Views: 2884 - Constipation Natural Remedy Options That You Should Consider - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongUsing a constipation natural remedy is a safe way to obtain relief without the use of harsh chemicals that can result in side effects. It is definitely an option that you should consider. By taking a natural approach to treating the symptoms of constipation, you can get better and improved long ...
Views: 1622 - Crohn's Disease Treatment Options: An Overview - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongIt is important to seek an appropriate treatment for your Crohn’s Disease. Crohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory disease of the intestines. It causes ulcerations (that is, breaks in the lining) of the small and large intestines. However, it can also affect your digestive system anywhere ...
Views: 1110 - Detoxification Treatment For Multiple Chemical Sensitivity - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongIf you have Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS), your best line of defence appears to lie in ways to prevent your exposure to known allergens and irritants. This would give your body a chance to heal itself. However, you would find that it can be an almost impossible task to completely ...
Views: 1733 - Detoxification With Hot Yoga - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongHot yoga or bikram yoga is gaining popularity as an effective way for exercise, detoxification and weight loss. from your body. For this exercise program, yoga is performed as if you are in a sauna. In fact, the detoxification and cleansing benefits are so great that many natural health ...
Views: 2125 - Detoxify Your Body With Acupuncture - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongYou can detoxify your body with acupuncture. Acupuncture is a major treatment component of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), which has been practised since several ages ago. The principle behind acupuncture lies on the balance of Qi (pronounced as chi) or the vital life energy force that ...
Views: 18119 - Diabulimia - The Rise Of A New Eating Disorder? - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongDiabulimia is a condition that few know about. It is currently under recognized but needs attention as it is becoming more common. With little public awareness, more deaths can occur due to complications that arise. This condition arose as more young patients are found to be afflicted with ...
Views: 2400 - Diet Changes To Help Ease Your Alcohol Withdrawal Symptoms - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongIf you are going through some alcohol withdrawal symptoms while trying to kick your drinking habit, making some diet changes can help you during this process. These changes may sound like a whole lot of common sense but they are, nonetheless important. The changes can help you ease your ...
Views: 20750 - Eating Consciously To Help Prevent A Size Zero Eating Disorder - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongThe most common types of eating disorders are anorexia nervosa, whereby the patient eats next to nothing and excessively losing weight, and bulimia, where the patient in this case goes binge-eating and forces the body the body to vomit all the food out after eating. A catch-all category, ...
Views: 1870 - Enhance Your Chance Of Recovery With An Alcohol Detoxification Program - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongFor people with mild cases, it may be possible to kick their alcohol addiction with some counseling or even joining the Alcoholics Anonymous support group. However, if you have a heavy addiction to drinks, it may be better to go through an alcohol detoxification program to enhance your chance ...
Views: 948 - Finding Out What Autism Is And Dispelling The Myths - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongIf you have just found out that your child is autistic, you may find it a challenge to have to deal with the diverse information that is floating around surrounding this condition. Your first understanding of what autism is may have come from watching the movie Rain Man. Although the movie shed ...
Views: 801 - Getting Help For Hemorrhoid Symptoms - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongWhen you understand more about your hemorrhoid symptoms, you will feel less embarrassed to seek for help. Hemorrhoid symptoms include painful bowel movements, discomfort if you sit or stand for too long or uncomfortable itchiness around your rectum. There is no need to feel too embarrassed ...
Views: 1125 - Getting The Right Diagnosis For Crohn's Disease - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongExperiencing horrible abdominal pains with diarrhea, and having fever and vomiting at the same time? It is possible that you may have developed Crohn’s disease. You may also find that you are losing a lot of weight in the process and may also be suffering from rectal bleeding. Or it may be ...
Views: 1308 - Getting To Know Asperger Syndrome - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongAsperger syndrome is a condition that more and more children are diagnosed with. It is a high functioning form of autism or pervasive developmental disorder (PDD). PDD is basically a group of 5 different types of disorders characterized by delayed development in many basic functions of a ...
Views: 1099 - Herbal Remedies To Treat Acid Indigestion - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongAcid indigestion can be treated with herbal remedies instead of antacids. Herbal remedies, in general, are better options as they are less harmful to our body. It is a reality that indigestion is becoming a pervasive problem in modern times. There are indications everywhere. The shelves of ...
Views: 7876 - Home Remedies For Diarrhea Without The Use Of Harmful Drugs - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongHome remedies for diarrhea are worth considering as they can be safer alternatives to harmful drugs for treatment and relief. Many of these have been traditional secrets handed down since generations ago. Diarrhea can inflict just about anyone who ate the wrong food or who got infected with a ...
Views: 1102 - Homeopathy For Detoxification And Removal Of Toxins - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongHomeopathy for detoxification aims to treat you (the sick) with extremely diluted agents that, in undiluted doses, produce similar symptoms in the healthy. Although homeopathy sounds unconventional to the extent of being unorthodox, from my own personal experience, I have found it to be a method ...
Views: 1476 - How To Start Your Child On An Autism Diet - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongYou may have heard about an autism diet, especially if you are a parent. If your child has just been diagnosed with autism, then you may be tempted to give it a try. Autism appears to be on the rise. There are more reported cases of children with developmental disorders and delays. It is ...
Views: 1154 - Increased Risks To Developing A Bulimia Eating Disorder - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongBulimia eating disorder cases are rising every day. There are several reasons contributing to this phenomena. It is in your best interest to know about them; whether for yourself or for your growing kids. A bulimia eating disorder, if left untreated and not attended to, can be life ...
Views: 1145 - Leaky Gut Syndrome Treatments - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongMost people would not be seeking for leaky gut syndrome treatments since this condition is not commonly known under conventional medicine. Leaky gut syndrome is a condition, according to many naturopathic doctors, to be one possibly many of your chronic symptoms such as pain, digestive ...
Views: 1470 - Liver Cancer Natural Treatments - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongMany people have reported the effectiveness of liver cancer natural treatments. These can be used as complementary and/or alternative measures to conventional medical treatments. Conventional medical treatments typically include drugs, chemotherapy and/or surgery. However, these types of ...
Views: 1675 - Liver Cancer: A Basic Understanding - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongLiver cancer is the eighth most common cancer in the world. Without a good functioning liver, detoxification and many other important functions of your body cannot take place. If you do not detect liver cancer early enough, death is a possibility. Liver cancer develops when liver cells ...
Views: 1158 - Liver Cleansing With Milk Thistle - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongFor liver cleansing, you may wish to consider consuming milk thistle as a herbal supplement. Milk thistle is also known as silybum marianum. This herb is one of the best all natural products available for repairing liver damage. It aids your liver in detoxifying itself and helps to prevent ...
Views: 10843 - Liver Detox With Turmeric - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongAyurvedic practitioners recommend liver detox with the use of turmeric. It is vital that a liver detox be done at least once yearly to ensure a healthy functioning liver, whose primary role is to process and remove toxins carried in the bloodstream. This very important organ produces over ...
Views: 11261 - Mantain A Food Diary To Reduce Crohn's Disease Symptoms - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongIf you make suitable changes to your diet, you can find that it is possible to reduce your Crohn’s Disease symptoms. You may have found that the quality of your life have been severely affected because you feel embarrassed about your condition. You may also feel depressed and withdraw from ...
Views: 1611 - Natural Remedies To Stop Bad Breath - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongHaving bad breath or halitosis is embarrassing. You would not want to see the other person pulling away when you start to speak. Or hear your spouse or your loved one complaining about the bad stench coming from your mouth. You start to feel very self conscious every time you need to say ...
Views: 1670 - Natural Treatments For Stomach Ulcers - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongThere are many natural treatments for stomach ulcers that can be used, in case you have not realized it by now. Many people suffer from this condition nowadays. Typically, a bacterial stomach ulcer is treated with antibiotics and/or other medications. However, you may instead prefer to use ...
Views: 5743 - Prevent Eating Disorders By Being Aware Of The Health Dangers - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongYou can prevent eating disorders by becoming aware about the dangers that they pose to your health and well being. An eating disorder is a condition that you should not dismiss as something that is not serious. If you do not seek early treatment, it can affect your entire self-image but also ...
Views: 1402 - Prevent Kidney Cancer By Reducing Your Health Risks - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongIt is quite difficult to hope for an early detection of kidney cancer. In fact, many cancer cases are not detected nearly quick enough. The overall survival rate of kidney cancer is around 40 percent, with surgery being the primary treatment. Treatment via surgery is most successful if the ...
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