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- A Natural Heartburn Cure By Strengthening the LES - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2012 from sarah labdarFor the thousands of people who experience heartburn on a daily basis without any relief, its time to try a natural remedy for acid reflux. Heartburn symptoms include pain in the chest, burning in the throat, difficulty swallowing, and in chronic cases a persistent cough, hoarseness, and sore ...
Views: 24429(1 vote) - Breakfast- The Most Important Meal of The Day - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from sarah labdarYou have heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But if this is true then why do most people skip breakfast? There are many reasons why people choose to skip breakfast, some think by skipping breakfast it will help to lose weight, others just feel they don’t have time for ...
Views: 9665 - Spices Boost Metabolism By Heating Up The Body Temperature - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2012 from sarah labdarThe body’s metabolism converts nutrients from the food we eat into energy the body needs to function. Every bodily function right down to the cellular level requires energy. Energy ensures that our body repairs and heals itself, fights disease and eliminates toxins. Our metabolic rate, changes ...
Views: 8449 - Models For Stress Management - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from sarah labdarStress management is a coping technique to deal with the stresses of daily life. Most stress management methods intend to equip a person with effective coping mechanisms to deal with stress. For many people they are unable to deal with stress and ignore it, bottle it up, or don’t deal with it at ...
Views: 5955 - How to Get Rid of Those Acne Scars at Home - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2010 from sarah labdarAcne scars are unsightly and embarrassing. No matter what your age, acne is an unpleasant skin condition that can pop up out of nowhere or can inhabit your skin on a daily basis. One unfortunate side effect of acne is acne scars. Although, not everyone has noticeable acne scarring, people who ...
Views: 5707(1 vote) - Steps to Reduce Frizz in Your Daily Hair Care Routine - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2012 from sarah labdarFrizzy hair can ruin your hairstyle or even cause you to have a bad hair day. Now a days there are even more ways than ever to keep frizz at an arms length, whether you wear your hair straight or curly, or go outside or stay indoors. Frizz occurs when moisture enters the hair cuticle causing it ...
Views: 5567 - Top 10 Essential Oils Used In Aromatherapy - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2011 from sarah labdarAromatherapy has been used for thousands of years as medicines with healing properties. However, now a days we know a lot more about the different types of essential oils and how they can be used to improve physical and emotional health and restore balance to the whole body. Aromatherapy is an ...
Views: 4702(4 votes) - Lemon A Natural Remedy for your Skin - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2010 from sarah labdarHaving fresh, clean, younger looking skin is a goal that everyone especially women aspire to. With an unlimited amount of beauty products on the market it is hard to determine which product will work best for different types of skin. But what if you could get clearer looking skin through all ...
Views: 4505(2 votes) - The Best Calf Exercises For Strength & Balance - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2011 from sarah labdarThe calf makes up the lower half of the leg below the knee and above the ankle. The calf is made up of two large muscles in the back of the leg called the gastrocnemius and the soleus. The front of the lower leg encompasses the tibialis anterior muscle. Without knowledge of the calf anatomy it ...
Views: 4292 - Ways to Stay Young & Beautiful - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from sarah labdarIs beauty only skin deep, this the age-old question? Beauty should come from the inside out. But now a days everyone is looking for a formula or product to keep them looking beautiful and young. What they don’t realize is that if they took care of their body, they wouldn’t need the fountain of ...
Views: 4189(2 votes) - Vitamins & Minerals That Reduce The Symptoms of Tinnitus - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from sarah labdarWhat’s causing that ringing in your ears? It may be a condition called tinnitus. Tinnitus causes you to hear noise that other people cannot hear. Unfortunately, determining both the cause and correct treatment are quite difficult in many cases. Although there are many causes of tinnitus it is ...
Views: 3905(1 vote) - Stretching for Anti Aging - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from sarah labdarDo you stretch regularly? Why not? Most people don’t stretch. They either forget about stretching or don’t think it has any benefit for them. Well they are completely wrong. Stretching is an important part of exercising and is beneficial for everyday life. The benefits range from increased ...
Views: 2851(2 votes) - Good Foods to Reduce Acid Reflux - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2012 from sarah labdarThere is quite a list of foods to avoid when trying to minimize acid reflux. After learning what foods trigger your acid reflux it make sit easier to limit the occurrence of your acid reflux. Then you can create an acid reflux diet plan. This will focus on avoiding acid reflux trigger foods and ...
Views: 2770 - The Best Snack Foods to Help Lose Weight - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2011 from sarah labdarSnacking is a way to keep your appetite under control in between meals. When you go without food for long periods of time your metabolism slows down, your body craves carbohydrates to use for a much needed energy boost. When it comes time to finally eat it’s hard to consciously choose healthy ...
Views: 2562 - 4 Safe & Effective Standing Ab Exercises - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2012 from sarah labdarOne of people’s major problem areas on the body is the stomach. That’s because for many, fat accumulates around the midsection. Once this starts to happen, it is hard for people to lose weight around the core. Most of abdominal exercises require people to lie on their back on the floor, which ...
Views: 2433 - Herbs That Boost Metabolism to Lose Weight - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2012 from sarah labdarPeople most often want to increase their metabolism to burn more calories, lose weight, and boost their energy. But more importantly is how to increase your metabolism. Herbs are a natural way to increase your metabolism because herbs are made from the leaves of herbaceous (non-woody) plants. ...
Views: 2419 - How to Treat the Different Types of Skin - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2010 from sarah labdarIt is every woman’s dream to have perfect skin that is clear, smooth, and healthy. However, it is rare that this dream is a reality unless you are a celebrity or model. Skin care is a multi billion dollar industry with thousands of products coming out yearly, new skin care techniques and salons ...
Views: 2321(2 votes) - Acid Reflux Foods to Avoid - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2012 from sarah labdarMany things cause acid reflux, but most of the time it’s the foods we eat. Certain foods aggravate acid reflux symptoms, making them the cause of your acid reflux. Its best to limit these foods, some foods that are responsible for a higher occurrence of heartburn should be avoided completely. ...
Views: 2304 - Firm & Tone Your Legs for Strength, Stability & Balance - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2011 from sarah labdarEvery woman wants to have firm, tone sexy legs, while every man wants to have muscular, strong legs. Our legs are the base support, which hold up the rest of the body. They provide stability, balance, strength, and functionality. Strong leg muscles allow for daily activity such as walking, ...
Views: 2279 - The Myths & Facts About ADHD - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2011 from sarah labdarAttention deficit hyperactivity disorder has been widely debated over for the last couple of decades as more and more children are being diagnosed. Some people think that people with ADHD are lazy, stupid and lack will power, however ADHD has been recognized by the National Institute of Health ...
Views: 2265(1 vote) - Natural Ways to Relieve Migraine Headaches - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2012 from sarah labdarIt’s estimated that only 1% of the population escapes having a headache throughout their entire life. About 90% of the population get at least one headache each year. And of that 16-17% of the population gets a migraine headache at some point in their lifetime. Migraines affect 30 million ...
Views: 2226 - The Importance of Vitamin C - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2012 from sarah labdarVitamin C plays a vital role in how the body functions, even though it is only considered a micronutrient. Vitamin C is essential to immune function, iron absorption, bone building, wound healing, healthy skin, blood pressure and eyesight. Because vitamin C is vital to so many of the bodies ...
Views: 2194 - Ayurveda- Using Ayurvedic Treatments for Acne - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2010 from sarah labdarAcne is the most common problem that affects our skin today. No matter what age you are 15, or 40 acne can affect the appearance of your skin. Acne is caused by sebaceous glands producing excess sebum. Sebum clogs the skin and pores or the hair follicle, which forms acne. Grease, dirt, and harsh ...
Views: 2119(3 votes) - Foods to Reduce & Eliminate Stress - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from sarah labdarStress is all around us, at work, at home and on our minds. Stress affects everyone differently, however stress weakens the bodies immune system and depletes the body of essential nutrients. For some stress causes uncontrollable eating. Others go without eating altogether. Neither option is good ...
Views: 2054 - 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: 2036 - Ayurvedic Herbs Boost Immunity - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2012 from sarah labdarThe body’s immune system is the first line of defense when threatened by microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, parasites, and pathogens. Increased levels of pollution, stress, tension, depression, low quality food, consumption of drugs and alcohol, smoking, and chronic disorders all can ...
Views: 2000 - Over the Counter & Prescription Allergy Medications - by Submitted on May 20, 2012 from sarah labdarMillions of people are affected by allergies a year. Everyone who has allergies experiences different symptoms congestion, runny nose, sneezing, sniffling, coughing, red, itchy eyes, and swelling. Depending upon your symptoms will determine your treatment plan. There are several types of ...
Views: 1988 - Smoothie Ingredients To Build Muscle & Boost Weight Loss - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2012 from sarah labdarSmoothies are a great way to start your day or even as a snack through at your day. Additionally, smoothies can be used as a meal replacement for busy people who are on the go. The great thing about smoothies is that they are loaded with nutritious ingredients that boost brainpower, increase ...
Views: 1983 - 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: 1973(3 votes) - 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: 1967 - Facial Exercises Reduce the Signs of Aging - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2010 from sarah labdarThe face is the first thing that people see when you come into contact with them. Our face and skin are our biggest assets that produce our first impression. As we age, signs of deterioration show on our face and skin. Wrinkles, dryness, fine lines, sagging skin, and age spots are all signs that ...
Views: 1965(1 vote) - Natural Homemade Fruit Skin Care - by Submitted on May 31, 2011 from sarah labdarOur skin is the largest organ on our body. It protects us from toxins, chemicals and poisons on a daily basis. Therefore proper skin care is essential to maintaining healthy, soft, beautiful looking skin. Skin care products today contain chemicals and preservatives that can irritate the skin. ...
Views: 1905 - Stretch to Improve Your Flexibility - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2012 from sarah labdarMost people whom workout today don’t think about flexibility and range of motion when they exercise. Especially for men it’s more about strength, how much weight they can lift and how big their muscles are. For most women, it’s about burning calories through aerobics and cardio. Regardless of ...
Views: 1902 - Natural Herbal Treatments for ADHD - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2010 from sarah labdarAttention Deficit Hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can affect both children and adults alike. Normal ADHD appears in early childhood as hyperactivity, distraction, restlessness, impulsiveness and poor concentration. Although it is becoming more commonly diagnosed, there are some circumstances where ...
Views: 1901 - Traditional Treatments for Tinnitus - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2010 from sarah labdarTinnitus can be a persistent, annoying sound in your ear that no one else can hear. There is no discernable cure for tinnitus. Most treatments lessen or mask the symptoms of tinnitus. However, most physicians recommend preventing tinnitus by protecting the body, ears and brain. In some cases ...
Views: 1862(3 votes) - Quick Ways To Add Volume & Shine Back Into Your Hair - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2011 from sarah labdarEveryday we see men and women in advertisements with perfect, beautiful, shiny, voluminous hair. So is it so bad to want our hair to look just like that? Unlike these models, singers, and movie stars we don’t have a team of stylists working on our hair day in and day out to make it look ...
Views: 1850 - Relieve Your Stress With Mind Body Exercises - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from sarah labdarAlthough most people feel they don’t have time to exercise, or don’t think they need to exercise, what they don’t realize is that exercise is an essential part of a healthy life style. Exercise is key to controlling weight management, protecting against various diseases and stress management. ...
Views: 1848(2 votes) - How Acupuncture Can Benefit Your Health - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2012 from sarah labdarAcupuncture was first used in China over 2000 years ago. It is one of the oldest medical procedures in the world. Acupuncture is the basic foundation for Traditional Chinese Medicine. It is based on the belief that there are two opposing and inseparable forces within the body known as the Yin ...
Views: 1832 - Choose the Best Exercises to Lose Weight - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2013 from sarah labdarPeople exercise for many reasons but one of the main reasons is to lose weight. There are so many ways to exercise its hard to know what's right for you. Any form of exercise is good however the best exercises to lose weight are the most effective exercises. To see weight loss results you need ...
Views: 1807 - 10 Of The Best Summer Produce To Eat - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2012 from sarah labdarSummer is a time for sun in the fun, picnics, and days at the beach, barbecues and lots of fresh produce like strawberries, watermelon, corn on the cob, tomatoes, etc. Summer is the best time to head to the farmers market; roadside fruit stands, and produce markets. Locally grown produce is sold ...
Views: 1739 - Herbal Remedies for Acid Reflux & Heartburn - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2012 from sarah labdarIt’s estimated that 20% of the population suffer from heartburn, indigestion or acid reflux at least once a week. Acid reflux and heartburn occur when the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) allows acid from the stomach to flow back up into the esophagus. This causes pain, burning and discomfort in ...
Views: 1696(1 vote) - Chiropractic Controversy - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from sarah labdarChiropractic not to long ago had been viewed as controversial, fringe medicine. Traditional medical practitioners thought of chiropractors as hacks and never revered chiropractic as medicine at all. Chiropractors struggled for years to prove their science to the patients and moreover to their ...
Views: 1672(1 vote) - The Most Popular Types of Massage Therapy - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2010 from sarah labdarThere are over 100 different types of massage practiced in today’s society. Each one uses different techniques, strokes and instruments throughout the massage to accomplish the ultimate goal of healing. For each different type of massage there is a specific training, hands on hours and state ...
Views: 1666(1 vote) - Prevent & Heal Split Ends - by Submitted on May 07, 2012 from sarah labdarSplit ends can be a girl’s worst nightmare. Split ends can be caused by a normal everyday hair care routine that includes blow drying, flat ironing, or curling ironing hair, but coloring, perming, or professionally treating your hair can also cause them. Even the weather can cause hair to frizz ...
Views: 1642 - Thicken Your Hair With These Products - by Submitted on May 01, 2012 from sarah labdarThinning hair doesn’t just occur as we age or because of disease. Chemical treatments, coloring, and heated styling tools can cause breakage. When hair strands break and die they fall out leaving hair thin and sparse. No one likes the look of thinning hair. Avoid dying, chemical treatments and ...
Views: 1639 - The Difference Between Adult & Childhood ADHD - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2010 from sarah labdarThere are very few diseases or disorders that are diagnosed in children and don’t carry over into adulthood. ADHD or Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is one of those disorders that is usually diagnosed early on in childhood and persists throughout the persons life. It is a myth that as ...
Views: 1636 - The Importance of Lower Body Fitness - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2010 from sarah labdarAre you looking to tone your legs? Does your lower body pail in comparison to your upper body? Are you off balanced due to an unstable lower body? Then it’s time that you start a lower body workout routine. Toning the lower body is vital to supporting the rest of your torso, upper body and head. ...
Views: 1635(1 vote) - The True Benefits of Pilates - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2011 from sarah labdarPilates is a form of physical fitness that has had a resurgence over the past decade. Joseph Pilates of Germany originally developed Pilates in the early 20th century. Described as ‘contrology’, Pilates is similar to corrective exercise or medical gymnastics where the mind controls muscle ...
Views: 1632(1 vote) - Eat These Foods To Boost Immunity - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2011 from sarah labdarPeople eat and do things they know aren’t good for their bodies. Unfortunately we don’t know how unhealthy habits can affect our body on the inside. Unhealthy eating, smoking, and drinking habits all weaken the immune system, our body’s defenses against pollutants, pathogens and toxins. A ...
Views: 1576(1 vote) - Spices to Cleanse & Detoxify the Body - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from sarah labdarSpices were originally developed in the Middle East and herbs later on in East Asia. Early uses of spices and herbs included magic, medicine, religion, tradition, and preservation. Spices were originally used by the upper class and nobles, however, it wasn’t long before spices became part of the ...
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