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- Make a Place for Your Illness and Put It in Its Place - by "A place for everything, and everything in its place."
That may be a fine idea if you're eyeing the clutter on the living room floor, or a pile or two of old magazines and catalogues collecting dust in a corner. But what has it got to do with coping with illness? Plenty.
Illness is never a ...
Views: 580 - You and Your Doctor--It Takes Two to Tango - by You may not think of your relationship with your doctor as a dance, but it is. When you and your physician are in step with one another good things happen. Your doctor listens to you, makes a diagnosis and offers information about your condition and its treatment. You feel free to ask questions, ...
Views: 667 - Treatment for Gout! 5 Tips to Help You Cope with the Pain of Gout! - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2007 from Joe BartonRemember when you could sleep the whole night without a flare-up of gout? Do you remember what it was like to not have to wince with pain when you walk? Fortunately, gout is treatable and curable and these 6 suggestions will get you on the right path to treat your gout symptoms. How Gout ...
Views: 924 - Tennis Elbow Home Treatment - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2007 from Geoff HuntTreating Tennis Elbow at Home Tennis elbow as such, does not always require direct surgical or drug intervention, not all cases of tennis elbow, warrant extensive physiotherapy, surgery or pain killers. If detected early, physiotherapy can be treated at home under supervision of a orthopaedic ...
Views: 514 - The Importance of Vitamins - by Vitamins are organic compounds in food that are needed in your body in very small amounts for growth and to maintain good health. Vitamins and minerals are essential in regulating various body activities. Vitamins are required in our diets in only small amounts. Taking more than a recommended ...
Views: 541 - Exercise - by Do you want to feel better, have more energy and live longer? All you have to do is exercise. Just by introducing a moderate amount of exercise into your daily life, you can significantly improve your health and your quality of life.
Benefits of exercise:
* Reduces the risk of premature ...
Views: 652 - Breast Augmentation: Saline or Silicone? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2007 from Jeremiah LewisBreast augmentation is the third most popular cosmetic procedure performed in the United States with over 400,000 performed in 2006 alone. This number is expected to increase dramaticallly, as 34% of women surveyed would like to improve the size and/or shape of their breasts. Breast augmentation ...
Views: 806 - Side Effects of Antifungal Drugs - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinYour doctor says you have a fungal nail infection and you want to get rid of it fast. But that’s easier said than done since the disease is difficult to treat and repeated infections are common. Compounding the problem is the fact that most oral medications are expensive, may not work, and ...
Views: 1065 - The Alexander Technique - Taking the Pressure off Your Body - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2007 from Robert Rickover“Stand up straight!” “Pull your shoulders back!” As children, we were told to have good posture. Yet we were seldom taught effective ways to accomplish this. Indeed, we were often not even told just what “good posture” is. The consequences of this ...
Views: 447 - Gifts For A Cancer Patient: It's the Thought That Counts - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2007 from Natalie WilliamsWhen someone you know is diagnosed with cancer, you usually feel shocked and powerless. However, that should not stop us from giving them some moral support. One of the greatest ways to let a cancer patient know that we are there for them is by stopping by to visit and presenting them with a ...
Views: 2088 - Freedom from Poor Health - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2007 from Dr. Kirk LamanFreedom is a great blessing. Most Americans believe deeply in the concept of freedom, and while to Bill of Rights guarantees certain freedoms- the vast majority of American’s still find themselves imprisoned. What do I mean by this? What I mean is that although a great many people assume they ...
Views: 662 - Can Exercise Cure Your Depression? What Studies Show Might Surprise You? - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2007 from Joe BartonCan you cure depression by simply going to the gym? The answer to that question might have you finally buying that club membership. According to a report published in Psychosomatic Medicine, regular (3-4 times per week) exercise may fight depression just as effectively as prescription ...
Views: 767 - Tips for Healthier Gums - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2007 from David SnapeProtecting our gum tissue is not only critical to the appearance of our smile and keeping our natural teeth, it may also be imperative to our overall health. Studies keep popping up indicating the contribution of gum disease to other diseases of the body such as heart disease. Researchers have ...
Views: 538 - Is LASIK Right for Me? - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2007 from John GeorgeLASIK is one of the oldest forms of eye surgery available. It has been around for well over 25 years now and has undergone some major developments. Like any surgery, there still are risks involved, but compared to other forms of surgery, the LASIK procedure is a relatively simple and ...
Views: 648 - Get Organized For the Health of It - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2007 from Colette RobicheauDid you know that your chaotic routine and cluttered physical and mental environments may be making you sick or keeping you sick? Everyone can benefit from a more organized lifestyle which will help your days run more smoothly. Taking care of ourselves, our careers and our relationships can ...
Views: 705 - Acne – It’s causes and treatment - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2007 from Damian MurphyOverview Acne is a common skin conditions that affects people of all ages however it mostly affects people between the ages of 12 and 25. The affect of acne is that one or more of the following appear on the surface of the skin: Blackheads Whiteheads Red/Yellow Spots Greasy Skin Scars Causes ...
Views: 703 - Non-Migraine Headaches - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2007 from Jessica Heller, DC, CSCSOne of the most common types of pain is a headache. Many people resort to over-the counter medications to relieve their headache, instead of trying to eliminate the cause of it. Twenty-seven percent of patients with headaches seek alternative forms of therapy, with the most common being ...
Views: 907 - Depression Medications: What You Should Know About the “Magic Pills” and Their Side-Effects! - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2007 from Joe BartonMillions of people suffer from the misery of depression and simply want to be happy again! Unfortunately, Prescription Depression Medications are not always a sure bet for treating the depression symptoms. In fact, many professionals call these 'magic pills' simply a band-aid or a cover-up for ...
Views: 760 - How to Complete a Juice Fast - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2007 from Amy BassJuice fasting is a type of fasting diet in which individuals only consume juice created from both fruits and or vegetables. This method is also used as a Detox diet, which is done to cleanse organs in the body that have built up contaminants and toxins. I personally enjoy juice fasting because ...
Views: 1078 - Why Does My Skin Itch - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2007 from Evelyn LimThis is a common question posed by many people over several online forums: why do we itch and scratch? Those of us who have eczema are probably very familiar with the rashes, dry skin and especially uncontrollable urges to scratch ourselves. However, you are probably well aware that the more ...
Views: 14103(1 vote) - Hypertension Prescription Medication: What the Prescription Drug Companies Do NOT Want You To Know! - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2007 from Joe BartonYou or a loved one suffers from the 'silent killer' of High Blood Pressure or Hypertension. Unfortunately, you are dealing with a very deadly disease that kills almost 60,000 Americans every year. Fortunately, you know that you (or a loved one) have High Blood Pressure and you are doing ...
Views: 625 - Menopause Management - by As little as fifty years ago, this title would have been useless. Nobody needed menopause management! The "why" is crucial for today's women to understand.
As an example: My grandmother died in her sleep the month before I was born, in 1945. She was forty-three years old! Now, I can look at ...
Views: 1219 - Managing Menopause - by As little as fifty years ago, this title would have been useless. Nobody needed menopause management!
The "why" is crucial for today's women to understand.
As an example:
My grandmother died in her sleep the month before I was born, in 1945. She was forty-three years old! Now, I can look at ...
Views: 784 - Early Stage and Late Stage Lyme Disease. Know the Symptoms of Lyme Disease! - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2007 from Joe BartonThe weather is nice and you are outdoors in Mother Nature. Unfortunately, you are not alone… ticks infected with Borrelia burgdorferi (lyme disease) are also out! If you have been in any wooded area or an area with longer grass then there is a chance that you have possibly been bitten by a ...
Views: 685 - Staying On Course With Your Health - by Staying healthy is the key to staying on course. Without good health, it is impossible to accomplishing your goals. That is why it is so important to take care of your body. Your body is God’s temple and you should treat is as such.
If you are not feeling well, don’t just keep on going on and ...
Views: 783 - Three Principal Carbohydrates and the Foods in which they are Present - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2007 from Daria PerseCarbohydrates are organic molecules (contain carbon and come from living sources) and are our main source of energy. Three principal carbohydrates according to their structure) are: sugars, starches and fiber. 1. SUGARS Monosaccharides: • Glucose is found in fruits or can be hydrolyzed from ...
Views: 965 - Facts About Insomnia – Powerful Tips to Cure Insomnia Revealed! - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2007 from Michael LeeIf you’re always having trouble sleeping and end up being unproductive during the day, these facts about insomnia can give you a clearer awareness of the condition and direct you to the right insomnia treatment. If you already know some basic facts about insomnia, you may unravel some goldmine ...
Views: 791 - Disadvantages of Using Tap Water for a Drinking and Cooking Supply - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2007 from Daria PerseWater is the most abundant and the most important medium on Earth as well as in the human body. Because water is universal solvent, all the other substances are found in it, dissolved to different degrees and that is why pure water can not be found in nature. Mineral content of natural waters ...
Views: 6053 - Nighttime Heartburn: Naturally Cure your heartburn while you sleep! - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2007 from Joe BartonHi, my name is Bob Barton and I was in the same heartburn situation you are in years ago. In fact, I could NOT get more than a continuous 4 hours of sleep without my nighttime heartburn flaring up! Are you suffering from the same heartburn symptoms (caused by acid reflux) I had? Nighttime ...
Views: 647 - Insomnia in Teenagers – How to Help Your Teens Conquer Insomnia - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2007 from Michael LeeIf you’re not aware of the impact of insomnia in teenagers, you might want to take a second look. No wonder why you can’t keep your teens from watching the late night show, or why they still looked tired in the morning after going to bed early. Sleeplessness or problems sleeping among teenagers ...
Views: 864 - The Pregnancy Body Pillow for Better Rest - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2007 from Josh WestIf you’re pregnant and happen to be looking for ways to get a better night’s sleep then keep reading. A pregnancy body pillow can be just the solution you’re looking for and it just so happens that this makes a great gift for anyone expecting a baby. If you were pregnant, you’d want to be able ...
Views: 795 - Suffering from Acid Reflux? Foods You Should Avoid! - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2007 from Joe BartonDid you know that certain foods can intensify your heart burn symptoms? If you suffer from acid reflux and are tired of the discomfort, it is important to know what foods will improve your symptoms and what foods create havoc with your indigestion. Here are a couple rules of thumb to follow if ...
Views: 1108 - 5 Secrets That Eliminate Upper Back Pain Headaches - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2007 from Graeme TeagueUpper back pain headaches are one of the most common types of headaches. The pain can be debilitating and even affect your concentration, enthusiasm and moods. Just ask those nearest to you what you become like when you have an upper back pain headache. Upper back pain headaches are due to 5 ...
Views: 1054 - Acid Reflux 101. A Quick Overview on Acid Reflux, Esophagus and LES - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2007 from Joe BartonYoung or old, everybody will experience acid reflux (heartburn) during some part or their life. Therefore, it is important you understand what is occurring in your body so you can make the best possible decision in treating acid reflux. The following is a quick lesson in acid reflux, your ...
Views: 947 - Nourish Your Soul - by Nourish- to feed or sustain with substances necessary for life or growth; to promote growth; to maintain or support; to nurture.
Soul- the immaterial essence, animating principle or actuating cause of an individual; the spiritual principle embodied in human beings, all rational and spiritual ...
Views: 776 - The Stammers Have their Social Encounters - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2007 from André LeeStill a taboo in Mauritius, stammering affects approximately 1% of the population, more precisely some 12,000 Mauritians. Second language pathology after death, stammering is a disorder related to the individual as well as his environment. Stammering Blues However, if diagnosed early enough ...
Views: 702 - Ten Things You Should Know to Avoid Osteoporosis - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2007 from Ivan HinceOsteoporosis is a crippling disease, which will make your bones brittle, causing fractures to occur. Each year thousands of people all over the world are likely to suffer this painful disease. It is estimated that 1 in 3 women and 1 in 12 men over the age of 50 worldwide have osteoporosis. It ...
Views: 766 - IRON - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2007 from G V S KUMARIRON IRON is a trace element which is needed by the Body for the formation of Blood. The Human Body normally contains 3-4 g of Iron, more than half of which in the form of Hemoglobin, the red pigment in Blood, Hemoglobin transports Oxygen from the Lungs to the Tissues. Iron is a constituent ...
Views: 1434 - Exercise and Fat Loss – Amazing Ways to Proven Fat Loss - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2007 from Michael LeeExercise and fat loss may take a lot of effort and oftentimes, the rewards aren’t always that evident immediately. But no matter how long or how tough it is to lose that stubborn fat, bear in mind that these small steps could equal any giant leap when taken together. Follow these simple steps ...
Views: 686 - Work On Your Wasteline - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2007 from Derrick HayesWork on Your Waste Line Encouragement Speaker Derrick Hayes I walked in the building to clock in for work one day and I overheard two women talking about me. I don’t think I was supposed to hear their conversation. The first lady said, “He’s cute, but just a little bigger then I like them”. ...
Views: 1284 - Antioxidants - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2007 from John StevensANTIOXIDANTS - Dr Hoover Healthy Coffee Newsletter Vol. 3 Antioxidants protect the cells in our bodies. Studies have shown that they play a key role in living a longer and healthier life. Antioxidants protect our bodies from free radicals that can damage DNA and therefore cause our cells to ...
Views: 513 - How to Nurture Our Bodies with the Right Foods - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2007 from Richard HaighHow to nurture our bodies with the right foods : There is a very important connection between how we nurture our bodies and how we heal, recuperate from injury and even what diseases we contract over our lifetime. There are certain foods that can prevent disease, and there are other foods that ...
Views: 815 - Diets and Cancer: New Discoveries That Reveal The Dangers Of Our Food - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2007 from Natalie WilliamsCancers don't just happen. Cancers develop if you follow an unhealthy diet full of cancer causing food over a long period of time. Some of the food we eat have large amounts of cancer promoters (carcinogens) that cause cancers. In this article, we will discover the 3 common types of carcinogens ...
Views: 698 - Let's Do A Whole Body Smile! - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2007 from Jan TincherHere is an technique that will help you feel better any time of the day. Get ready to relax and use your imagination. Keep your back straight, but relaxed. Close your eyes and press your tongue against the top of your mouth gently. Put your hands together on your lap. Now, remember a time ...
Views: 2572 - Have You Ever Run Energy To Help You Feel Better? - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2007 from Jan TincherHave you ever run energy? Do you know what "running energy" means? (I know that this may be something foreign to many of you at first, but then that's how you learn, right?) If you haven't run energy before, you probably have questions. Your questions might be: What is "energy" specifically? ...
Views: 1457 - Dos and Don’ts for Treating Bad Breath: A Natural Treatment for Halitosis - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2007 from Joe BartonHave you ever been plagued with fear by simply just opening your mouth? Have you been a situation where you needed to say something BUT… You know it and they will know it… BAD BREATH! The truth is, you are not alone with the disease of bad breath… Halitosis. In fact, Halitosis or bad breath ...
Views: 832 - Impotence! The Cause and Natural Cure for Male Erectile Impotence. - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2007 from Joe BartonAre you tired of wanting to please your sex partner, but every time you try, you come up short of your expectations? Are you tired of the disappointment and embarrassment after not being able to perform when the time comes? Do you get anxious or nervous whenever it is time to have sex, because ...
Views: 774 - Choosing a Mattress - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2007 from Jessica Heller, DC, CSCSThe right mattress can significantly contribute to decreased back and neck pain, and increase the ability to feel rested after a good night’s sleep. Using the wrong mattress can cause general aches and pains, aggravate any pre-existing pain, and lead to sleeplessness. Many patients ask us, ...
Views: 1758 - How does fitness affect productivity? - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2010 from Lucy-Ann PrideauxLet’s firstly define the meaning of “fitness” as having a healthy functioning body and mind. “You are what you eat” is a commonly used term nowadays, and has possibly lost some of its impact? However, no truer words could be spoken, when referring to “fitness” of body and mind. Nutrition has ...
Views: 2147 - Osteoporosis: Ten things you should know. - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2007 from Ivan HinceTen things you should know to avoid Osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is a crippling disease, which will make your bones brittle, causing fractures to occur. Each year thousands of people all over the world are likely to suffer this painful disease. It is estimated that 1 in 3 women and 1 in 12 men ...
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