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- Top Things That Can Turnoff Your Date - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinIn the fast-paced society that we live in today, a lot of people are impatient and are always in a hurry about lots of things. The same is true even in the dating scene. But you may only be given an opportunity to impress your date once, so you better be good and ready when that time comes. ...
Views: 644 - What New Research Says About Fruits, Vegetables And Weight Loss - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinA recent study has shown that the type of food that you eat directly affects your weight and health. A six-month research about the role of fruits, vegetables and fiber on a person's weight was conducted at the University of Sao Paolo, in Brazil. The results of the study, which was headed by DS ...
Views: 541 - Proven Ways To Prevent Memory Lapses - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinYou might already be aware that people who are obese, particularly those who have big bellies or apple-shaped bodies, are more prone to developing serious chronic illnesses such as diabetes, heart problems, and stroke. Many studies have already confirmed the link between big bellies and the ...
Views: 882 - What You Ought To Know About Dehydration - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinDid you know that your unexplained headaches, mood changes, lethargy and slow responses may be caused by mild to chronic dehydration? A lot of people know that it is important to drink water added with electrolytes when one is having diarrhea, dysentery, or suffering from an illness that makes ...
Views: 2967 - Are Menopausal Woes Universal Among All Women? - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinAt mere mention of menopause, American women usually feel fear and anxiety creeping up their spine. Women view menopause as something as scary as a ghost that slowly and gingerly crawls up at the back to startle and surprise them. And they are right, menopause is a phenomenon that should be ...
Views: 858 - Powerful Foods That Fight Wrinkles And Fine Lines - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinAside from graying hair, the first sign of old age that people will notice is the formation of fine lines and wrinkles, particularly on the eye area. Although people who are over 50 are more prone to having such skin imperfections than those who are in their 30s, being old is not directly caused ...
Views: 3164(1 vote) - How To Effectively Detoxify The Body And Be Healthy - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinEven though genes play a vital role in determining the kind of diseases or conditions a person may be prone to, the person's choice of food is also crucial in the development of illnesses and other diseases. Everything that gets into the mouth must be considered carefully because what a person ...
Views: 685 - How To Fix The Havoc Brought By Cellulite - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinMost women are excited about summer because it is the time of the year when they can shed their clothes and display their slim and slender bodies on beaches and resorts. So after putting up with thick clothing during the winter months, many are excited to start wearing tank tops, shorts, ...Most ...
Views: 827 - 5 Secrets To A Younger You - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinNowadays, everyone is so preoccupied with becoming more beautiful and desirable on the outside, but not so much on the inside. In order to look young, people are willing to undergo surgeries and enhancement procedures that can cost a lot of time and money. Although it is but natural to take ...
Views: 757 - How To Manage Osteoarthritis Effectively And Naturally - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinPain from osteoarthritis is something that even the toughest person could not bear. People suffering from this disease would agree that there are a lot of things they have to give up because of this condition. In fact, even ordinary things, such as walking, washing the dishes, running and even ...
Views: 706 - Common Factors That Make Men Gain Unwanted Pounds - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinMany experts are alarmed with the rising number of people suffering from obesity, not only in the US, but also in many parts of the world. According to 2004 survey figures from the Journal of American Medical Association, about 71% of men in their 20's are overweight, while about 31% are ...Many ...
Views: 556 - Five Simple Tricks To Look Younger - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinAppearance seems to play a vital role in society today. The rise of cosmetic surgeries and procedures are testaments to the growing premium that people put into their outside appearance. But since not all of us can afford botox injections, liposuctions, and facelifts, it is time to be more ...
Views: 894 - The Many Ways To Effectively Fight Cellulite - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinLooking for a product that is effective in banishing the appearance of cellulite can be quite difficult. Although there are many procedures and products that claim to be useful in making the cottage-cheese appearance in many areas of the skin disappear, most of them are just hype and rarely ...
Views: 649 - Hollywood Weight Loss Secrets You Should Not Follow - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinThe clamor for ultra thin body has made many people lead unhealthy and unhappy lives. Too much preoccupation in being wafer thin has brought a lot of celebrities to the brink of eating and psychological disorders, and even death. It seems that Hollywood has never learned from the experiences of ...
Views: 585 - How To Pamper Your Feet And Keep Foot Problems Away - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinYour feet deserve some pampering at least once a week. Just imagine the burden of carrying the body's weight all day; where the average number of steps a person makes in a day ranges from eight to ten thousand. With all these troubles, you will be able to appreciate the benefits of taking good ...
Views: 721 - Inside Story About Getting Quality Sleep - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinIf you lose sleep every now and then, you may eventually suffer having eye bags or dark circles under the eyes for a day or two. However, if sleep deprivation becomes chronic, it can cause more than just puffy and raccoon eyes. Studies have shown that people who regularly skip sleep or do not ...
Views: 691 - How To Ease Symptoms Of Premenstrual Syndrome - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinThere are a lot of things to be thankful about being a woman. However, having monthly bouts with Premenstrual Syndrome, more commonly known as PMS, is not something to be happy and thankful for. Depression, headaches, food cravings, constipation, water retention, cramping, backache, breast ...
Views: 579 - Dealing With Weight Gain During Menopause - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinAside from the myriad of symptoms that happen during menopause, weight gain is something that a lot of women are not happy about. Although hot flashes, night sweating, mood swings and a little bout with depression every now and then are really annoying, many women are more concerned about ...
Views: 781 - 7 Food Additives You Need To Avoid - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinFood additives are used to make food appear fresher, more delectable, and longer lasting. In the US, about 3,000 substances can be added by manufacturers to their products in order to help enhance food flavor, increase shelf life, and improve the texture and color of their food products. ...Food ...
Views: 755 - Learn What To Avoid In Your Fight Against Cellulite - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinCellulite is one beauty problem that plagues women of all body types. Even ultra slender Hollywood celebrities have experienced cellulite disasters. This skin woe may be present on your thighs, hips, upper arms, stomach, and even under the chin. Cellulite is characterized by the dimpling of the ...
Views: 749 - Pointers To Maintain Sexual Desires In Menopausal Women - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinStress, weight gain, fatigue, and hormonal imbalances due to menopause are just some of the reasons why many women are now experiencing a decline in their desire to have sex with their husbands or partners. Many relationships, and even marriages, are ending up in separation or divorce because of ...
Views: 663 - How To Look Sizzling Hot This Summer - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2008 from Janet MartinAlthough summer is still a few months away, you need to start working out and planning your wardrobe for that much-coveted and long-awaited summer trip to the beach. If you want guys to swoon over you like bees to a flower, then you have to follow the tips below to look sizzling and scrumptious ...
Views: 1169 - 6 Easy Weight-Loss Tips For Men - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinIn the television program, The Biggest Loser, you will find that men lose more weight faster than women do. It seems that even after 30, men's metabolism is more active than that of the members of the female gender. Despite this, however, you will see that there are quite a number of men, both ...
Views: 2041 - Secrets To Cracking The Modeling Code - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinWith the popularity of shows on television featuring the fashionable world of modeling, a lot of teenage girls (and even boys) are probably dreaming of becoming the next face of Vogue or Elle magazine. Since a lot of people crave to be in front of the camera, competition for becoming a ...With ...
Views: 597 - Ways To Beat Boredom And Sluggishness In Old Age - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinEating fatty and processed foods, not getting enough sleep, working for extended hours, not having enough exercise, and the natural aging process can all zap away your energy and zest for life. If you feel like you are always sluggish and do not have the vigor and stamina you used to have when ...
Views: 2550 - There Is Hope For Sagging Breasts - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinOn television and movies, women are portrayed as voluptuous vixens that need to be adored for their beautiful and sexy body. However, in the real world, women are actually not perfect and are inflicted with so many aesthetic problems. One problem that many women complain about is their ...
Views: 2217 - The Many Wonders Of Goji Berries - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinMore and more people these days are becoming conscious about their health and body. With a little inspiration from their Hollywood idols, many men and women in the US and around the globe are leaving no stones unturned just to find foods, products or supplements that will help maintain a healthy ...
Views: 1001 - Three Unusual Causes Of Headaches - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinAlmost everybody has experienced being bothered by pain in the head and skull. Headaches are usually caused by stress, eyestrain from watching television or staring at a computer screen for prolonged periods, and hormonal changes. Women know that head pain is quite common before, during or ...
Views: 921 - How To Boost Your Snooze Patterns And Attain Deep Sleep - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinAccording to a survey conducted by the National Sleep Foundation, about 58% of adults in the US experience insomnia or some form of sleeping difficulties. Respondents to the poll also believe that their lack of restful sleep significantly affects their work performance, their relationship with ...
Views: 649 - Tips On How To Dress Perfectly For Your Body Type - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinMovie stars and celebrities look gorgeous in almost anything they wear because they have stylists that help them dress according to their body shapes. These celebrity stylists are paid big bucks to make sure that the assets of their Hollywood A-lister clients are magnified or emphasized, while ...
Views: 1373 - Top 4 Fad Diets Unveiled - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinSince summer is just a few months away, many people are now starting to think what type of diet or exercise regimen they are going to use in order to loose the flab on their arms, legs and abdomen. Just surf the net and you will see thousands of products and diet programs all claiming to help ...
Views: 746 - Fast Relief From Water Retention - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinEvery woman knows that there are some stages in their menstrual cycle when they feel their breasts are a little tender, their stomach a bit bigger, and their legs somewhat thicker because of fluid retention. This condition, which is also known as edema, is pretty normal. More often than not, ...
Views: 1150 - The Lies That Cosmetic Manufacturers Want You To Swallow - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinWith the increasing prices of products, consumers nowadays should be wise and inquisitive when it comes to selecting what goods they are going to buy. You should not believe everything that you see or hear from a commercial or advertisement. There are numerous manufacturers, especially makers of ...
Views: 607 - Don't Let Menopause Ruin Your Bedroom Fantasies - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinMenopause is a stage in a woman's life when her ability to conceive is greatly reduced, if not totally stamped out. This happens because of the diminishing levels of female sex hormone estrogen in her body. Although this seems to be a simple change, menopause actually brings a host of ...
Views: 790 - Belching And Burping Too Much Is Never Groovy - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinBelching or burping is pretty commonplace. In fact, it is quite natural to burp or belch a few times a day. However, if you feel that your burping is getting too excessive and is already causing you gas pains and bloating, then your situation can no longer be considered normal. Furthermore, ...
Views: 1234 - Cool Tricks On De-Puffing Your Eye Bags - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinAfter crying a river of tears, having too much booze the night before, or spending little time for sleep, you may find yourself with red puffy eyes. Although you can cover your eye bags with a cool pair of sunglasses, you still have to deal with your eye problem when you have to remove your ...
Views: 2660 - Lose Weight Without Really Trying - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinHave you noticed that the more complicated a diet program is, the harder it is for you to stick to it? Diet schemes that make you forget your favorite foods or restrain your food choices are most likely to fail because they can be unnatural and, besides, people will always been drawn to the ...
Views: 602 - Flush Out Your Bladder Woes Naturally - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinThe first thing that people with bladder infection do is pop an antibiotic pill to get rid of the infection. Although such drugs are really effective in eliminating infections, including cystitis (the medical term for bladder infection), getting too dependent on antibiotics can make some ...The ...
Views: 1513 - Easy Tips To Cure Athlete's Foot - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinFungi love to take residence in nooks and crannies that are cramped, damp and stuffy, like the areas between your toes. Once these microorganisms have taken territory over a patch of skin on your foot, they would really try their best to stay and take root. Sometimes, when you think that you ...
Views: 2938(2 votes) - Breast Cancer 101: Risk Factors And Alternative Cure - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinBreast cancer is one of the most dreaded diseases among women. It plays second fiddle only to lung cancer as the top killer of women in the United States and the rest of the world. And since the 1970s, recorded cases of the disease have continuously increased at an alarming rate. Breast cancer ...
Views: 615 - Don't Quit On Your Exercise Regimen, Read This! - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinOne roadblock to continuing any fitness and exercise regimen is having injury, strain or a flare of arthritis. In spite of good intentions to lose weight, build muscles, or improve your general well-being through physical activities and exercise routines, experiencing muscle strain and other ...
Views: 601 - Guide To Choosing The Best Health Club - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinThere is really no shortcut to becoming healthy and fit. If you want to live longer, you have to pay attention to what you eat and drink, and do exercise and workout regularly. There may be products that can help you achieve your weight loss goals or rejuvenate your sexuality, but in order to ...
Views: 564 - Effective Ways To Deal With Asthma Permanently - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinHaving a bout with asthma can be a very difficult experience. This health condition is characterized by having inflamed and tightened airways, add to that the increased amounts of mucus in the respiratory passages. You can always tell a person who is having an asthma attack because he or she ...
Views: 616 - Clever Ways To Help You Lose Weight More Effectively - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinIt is truly hard to lose weight in a place surrounded by advertisements of food, sweets and goodies. No matter how strong your resolve is to start eating healthy, you cannot help but fall prey to the glossy advertisements, smart promotional deals and sometimes devious marketing packaging of food ...
Views: 585 - How To Deal With Chronic Knee Pains For Good - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinAnybody who has experienced chronic pain in the knee will tell you that they are willing to do absolutely anything just to ease the excruciating pain. This condition, which is commonly known as chronic patellofemoral syndrome, is actually caused by the deterioration of the cartilage just beneath ...
Views: 917 - Increased Brain Power Is Easy If You Know How - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinStress, fatigue, emotional problems and even old age can make your memory rusty. When it does, you tend to forget where you placed your keys, miss appointments with the dentist or even forget the names of friends. These lapses in your memory are actually normal and understandable but can be ...
Views: 835 - How To Get Rid Of Yeast Infections For Good - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinMost women cringe at the mere mention of yeast infection. They know that this nasty problem down there can bring annoying symptoms, such as itchiness, burning sensation and even pain while peeing and having sex. Vaginal yeast infection is very common, affecting over 75% of women at least once ...
Views: 1715 - 7 Commandments To Beautiful Eyes - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinIf you want to look younger and more vibrant, you should not focus all your efforts only in maintaining soft skin. You also need to pay more attention to your eyes and the sensitive area surrounding it. No matter how slim your body is and how supple your skin is, if you have puffy or dark ...If ...
Views: 755 - No-fuss Tips To Healthy And Younger-looking Skin - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinNowadays, women have to juggle many things all at once. They need to focus on their career, take care of the house, and have quality time with their children and family. Aside from all of these, women are also expected to look beautiful and maintain their youth, or else their partners or ...
Views: 1198 - Interesting Facts About Your Breasts - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinAside from being born with them, a lot of women are actually not keen about the primary role of breasts in their lives. These appendages, which may give women pleasure at times, have actually become sexual symbols in many parts of the world, including the US. If you want to know more about your ...
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