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- 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: 1275 - Need to Stop Sciatica – 3 things you need to know! - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2007 from Graeme TeagueSciatica can be helped, it can at times be helped by you and other times you need help. There are 3 things you need to know so you can understand what you can do or whether you need help. Sciatica is often confused. It can be a serious condition or it may be an irritation that is easily ...
Views: 699 - There is no doubt that Dance Promotes Good Health - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2007 from Dzagbe CudjoeModern popular dance the world over now centers solidly on sexual attraction. Even the slow numbers which thirty years ago were used to try and induce an element of romance are gone. Everything about popular dance is earthier and more direct. This, however, is only one aspect of dance and ...
Views: 1016 - I Promose to Keep Myself Healthy - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2007 from Michelle MorovatyDear Loved Ones, Welcome to Spirituality Inside and Out and the Daily Universal Insights. We honor all countries into this Oneness taking place in the Now. Let us let our Light shine. I love you. I love you. I love you. FOR WE ARE ALL ONE. Bless you. I Promose to Keep Myself Healthy ...
Views: 710 - How You Can Avoid Summertime Injuries - by Most sports-related injuries occur in the summer months as we begin to involve ourselves in a variety of outdoor activities. Unfortunately, many of us did not keep our bodies in shape over the winter and thus are susceptible to a variety of injuries during the summer. Activities such as ...
Views: 808 - A Mother with Iron Will - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2007 from André LeeTHE TRUE STORY: Crystalline, the mother has a 1½ years’ old daughter who is living with a very serious disease. She wants to share her story because she feels that she needs to help people know about the disease and help them face it if ever they are in the same boat. First, she has a message ...
Views: 792 - Gene Variation Slowing Metabolism of Caffeine May Play a Role for Increase Risk of Heart Attack in Some Individuals - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2007 from Connie LimonDrinking coffee and the increase risk of having a heart attack has been under debate for a long time. Some researchers say the risk lies within your genes, and one particular variation in a gene can slow metabolism of caffeine and increase the risk of heart attack. Coffee is the most commonly ...
Views: 772 - Take Charge of Your Health - by The Human Energy Field
Everything that is alive pulsates with energy and all of this energy contains information. Your physical body projects an energy field that extends as far as your outstretched arms and the full length of your body. It is both an information center and a highly sensitive ...
Views: 611 - A Prescription for Wellness - by The vast majority of the workshops I am asked to conduct throughout Canada and the U.S.A.have to do with humor and wellness. It is quite obvious to me that a huge number of people in business, the professions and in private life are unwell.and want to do something to improve the situation. ...
Views: 729 - Herbal Supplements the Scepticism - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2007 from Holmed MarketIntroduction: Most of the manufactured medicines we now have once came from animals and plants. Through the years, chemists isolated the life-saving or life-curing components and separated them from the harmful ones. This lead to the further drug research and drug development that lead to the ...
Views: 631 - Balancing Our Heart - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2007 from Dr. Kirk LamanEveryone knows about the circus-balancing act. A wire is stretched taught between two poles high above the ground. A circus performer makes their way across the wire, often precariously. The trick is not to fall, to maintain balance throughout the journey. Finding balance for our heart is a ...
Views: 955 - What is Aromatherapy? - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2007 from Jennifer KaysWhat is Aromatherapy? Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils (EOs) and other natural aromatic compounds from plants to affect one’s mental or physical health. Essential oils, sometimes known as ethereal or volatile oils, are defined as hydrophobic (non-water mixing) volatile (air ...
Views: 1109 - Fibromyalgia Resource - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2007 from sharon ostalecki, PhDFibromyalgia (FM) is a chronic pain illness characterized by widespread musculoskeletal aches, pain, and stiffness, soft tissue tenderness, general fatigue, and sleep disturbances. The most common sites of pain include the neck, back, shoulders, pelvic girdle, and hands, but any body part can be ...
Views: 773 - 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: 1112 - Weight Loss -- It's in Your Head - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2007 from Helene HaberWhen you truly consider the weight-loss process, the battle waged is mostly in your mind. “Should I eat the corn muffin with butter or would it be better for me to have margarine or better yet, have jelly? What am I doing eating this muffin anyway? It’s so caloric and filled with saturated ...
Views: 1146 - Beef Recall: Fear when you hear these words? - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2007 from Angela EdwardsYou get home from an exhausting day at work, feed the family, then settle down for a little bit of relaxation time. You open the newspaper, click on the television, or fire up the computer. What are the first words you see? Beef recall. Your first thoughts are “I hope I haven’t just fed that ...
Views: 752 - Conquering Diabetes - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2007 from Mike MartinezOne of the biggest and most common threats to living a long healthy life, diabetes, may have come up against it's match. Ironically, the answer to fend off this disease is abundantly found within the human body. World-wide medical studies using adult stem cells derived from human bone ...
Views: 1009 - Backpack Safety - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2007 from Jessica Heller, DC, CSCSA recent study by the American Chiropractic Association indicates that school children are overloading their backs with backpacks, and some are suffering permanent problems as a result. Heavy loads can cause painful neck and back problems and injuries for students who don’t pack or carry their ...
Views: 1278 - How to Live With Acne - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2012 from Ricky ChangIndividuals with acne face a number of challenges that impact their day-to-day lives. Acne care demands careful steps to improve, rather than worsen acne symptoms as well as avoiding activities that can harm the skin. At the same time, people with acne must cope with emotional issues that acne ...
Views: 1215 - The Healing Powers of Massage - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2007 from Jason StormMany people are involved everyday in activities with unnatural postures for extended periods of time. With aging one looses the agility and quickness of youth. Physical and mental strain cause weakness in the nerves and improper circulation of vital life fluids. Anxiety, tension, constant ...
Views: 467 - Using the Internet to Find Health Information - by The Internet has opened many doors for people with a multitude of information swirling around, waiting to be accessed & downloaded. While a sizable amount may be deemed junk by those unfamiliar with the net, anyone must agree that there is a ton of good as well out there. A key area of good net ...
Views: 942 - Put A Smile Inside - by I want you to think about something. Smiling! What is it? What does it do? Do you really know about the power of a smile? You are walking down the street on a balmy afternoon, and a complete stranger smiles at you ... how do you feel? Someone you haven't seen in years walks up to you, ...
Views: 756 - It's Not a Diet ~ It's Not Exercise ~ It's a Lifestyle Change - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2007 from Lori RadunThis morning I drove down a suburban street on the way home from dropping off my teenager at school. On this one street alone, there were about a half dozen people out walking. Some had dogs with them; some had a partner; some were alone. These people were different sizes, shapes and ages. I ...
Views: 1043 - What is Aromatherapy? - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2007 from Jennifer KaysWhat is Aromatherapy? Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils (EOs) and other natural aromatic compounds from plants to affect one’s mental or physical health. Essential oils, sometimes known as ethereal or volatile oils, are defined as hydrophobic (non-water mixing) volatile (air ...
Views: 762 - The Top Three Reasons People Fail To Cure Acne Naturally - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2007 from Seppo PuusaGetting rid of acne naturally is difficult. And you can make it downright impossible, if you commit any of the cardinal sins. When it comes to getting rid of acne naturally the cardinal sins are: going to acne forums for advice, not thinking holistically and instant gratification. GOING TO ...
Views: 720 - Stop Excessive Underarm Perspiration – Effective Underarm Sweating Treatments - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2007 from Michael LeeIf you want to stop excessive underarm perspiration, then this article may just give you the solution you’re looking for. Underarm perspiration can intensify during hot weather or physical activities; however, excessive underarm sweating in a cool environment may send your self-esteem plummeting ...
Views: 853 - Cleaning with Salt - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2007 from Rona SharpSalt is easy to use, safe for your health and really cheap! It's also environmentally friendly. The salt we are talking about here is table salt, common salt, or sodium chloride (NaCl). Any ordinary table salt from the supermarket or grocery store works fine. This is how to use salt in your ...
Views: 1442 - Can Eyesight Improve Naturally? - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2007 from Esther van der Werf- A report issued on April 18 2007 by Prevent Blindness America estimates the costs associated with adult vision problems in the United States at a staggering $51.4 billion. - According to Richard Wallingford, OD, president of the American Optometric Association (AOA), approximately 25 percent ...
Views: 5081 - Cancer, Is It Something You Can Heal? - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2007 from Jan TincherCopyright © Jan Tincher - All Rights reserved Can you imagine what a cancer cell looks like? What a cancer cell is, is blockage. A bunch of cells getting together to block up your system. If you can imagine a cell, then imagine a bunch of cells all getting together to block up your ...
Views: 1137 - Balancing Calorie Intake and Expenditure - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2007 from Andrew SmithBALANCING CALORIE INTAKE AND EXPENDITURE Daily Calorie Expenditure An individual’s daily calorie expenditure is dependent on a number of factors: Firstly it will depend on an individual’s basal metabolic rate (BMR), which represents the number of calories burned at rest due to metabolic ...
Views: 5627 - Top 10 Tips for Health & Wellbeing - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2007 from Linda AndersonTip 1: Drink 2 Litres of Water per day • The cells in your body are made predominantly of water and they need to stay hydrated in order to function well. • 2 Litres = approx 8 glasses • If this is a lot more than you currently drink increase your intake by an extra glass every 2 days until you ...
Views: 2036 - Breast Cancer Reconstruction - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2007 from rajan uppalSurgery to make a new breast is an important part of the treatment following a diagnosis of breast cancer or DCIS. The exact technique can vary depending on the wishes of the woman concerned and the advice of the plastic surgeon. Dr Rajan Uppal will discuss the best option for you having taken ...
Views: 638 - 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: 1310 - The 3 Biggest Causes of Lower Back Pain - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2007 from Graeme TeagueLower back pain is both a common and debilitating condition. Statistics say that over 80% of the adult population will suffer from back pain at some stage. Medical data states that back pain is only second to the common cold for doctor’s visits. Lower back pain is now a very common occurrence ...
Views: 860 - Distant Healing and Out of Body Experience - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2007 from George LockettI was asked to give distant healing to a person in another country. My experience of connecting with his energies was very vivid, so I thought I would describe the feelings and emotions for you to understand the process. Following a conference call with a colleague I was asked to give distant ...
Views: 1293 - Neurobics - A Workout For Your Brain - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2007 from Steve GillmanNeurobics is a term invented by Lawrence Katz and Manning Rubin to describe exercises that help the brain stay fit. Specific types of sensory stimuli and activities, especially those that involve non-routine actions and thoughts, produce more of the chemicals that encourage growth of new ...
Views: 1119 - POSITION STATEMENT FOR THE TREATMENT OF ADD/ADHD WITH NEUROFEEDBACK - by Previous and current results of the treatment of ADD/ADHD with Neurofeedback are promising for those individuals demonstrating certain Quantitative EEG and behavioral characteristics. Practitioners utilizing this treatment modality recognize that the disorders of ADD or ADHD are complex and ...
Views: 2812 - Coping with Fibromyalgia - by On top of managing the pain and fatigue caused by fibromyalgia, you might have to also deal with depression and the frustration of living with a widely misunderstood condition. The best way to overcome this frustration is with education. Providing your family, friends and co-workers with ...
Views: 715 - 10 Lifestyle Habits That Acid Reflux Sufferers Should Make - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2007 from Evelyn LimIf you suffer from acid reflux and have not been paying attention to how you are living, then it is time to make some important changes. Acid reflux sufferers generally find it useful to adopt specific lifestyle habits to help alleviate the symptoms that they face. Here is a brief summary of 10 ...
Views: 1105 - Candida– It’s Not Just a Yeast Infection - by Candida Albicans or a yeast infection, both digestive and systemic, is a health problem of which answers to its elimination are far and few between. Literally millions of men and women have a potential yeast infection that is causing, directly or indirectly, a significant number of health ...
Views: 730 - The Key To Optimal Health - by During the past 20 years, we have heard a lot about controlling disease through diet, exercise and food supplements, but not much is being said as to how to prevent disease before it occurs. We are all are born with both inherent strengths and weaknesses as part of our genetic inheritance. All ...
Views: 600 - Are Nutritional Supplements Necessary? - by ~~~ ~~~ ~~~ ~~~ ~~~
I wonder how many times you have heard this objection:
"Oh, we don't need to take extra vitamins and minerals, we eat good nutritious food all the time."
Or:
"My doctor says we get all the vitamins and minerals we need from our diet and supplements are a waste of money."
~~~ ...
Views: 912 - Old Shoe Revived - by In 1996 I was feeling like an old worn out shoe. I had no spring in my step and just didn’t shine anymore. What was I going to do? I was not real thrilled about conventional medicine and decided I would investigate alternative medicine.
Stress was one of the big factors corrupting my health. I ...
Views: 726 - BREAST CANCER PREVENTION AND TREATMENT WITH NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE - by Providing prevention education and information about your illness
Providing non-toxic,complimentary treatment
Promoting optimal healing before and after breast surgery
Limiting the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation
Providing hormone replacement strategies proven protective and ...
Views: 899 - Breast Cancer Risk Assessment - by STATISTICAL FACTORS
1. AGE - 75% occurs in women over 50
2. LIFETIME EXPOSURE TO ESTROGEN - risk increases with early menarche, no pregnancies, late menopause, birth control pills, estrogen therapy.
3. FAMILY HISTORY - two close relatives with premenopausal breast cancer increases risk.
4. ...
Views: 1410 - Bowel Transit Time - by Instructions for Self-testing:
Name: Date:
The purpose of this test is to measure how long food remains in your digestive tract. Charcoal powder is used as a harmless
marker which can be seen in the stool once it has completed its journey.
If you alreasy use charcoal as a medication, do not ...
Views: 774 - Morning Sickness Options - by Some Options for Morning Sickness
1. Kelp tablets - one a day in the morning
2. 1 Tbs. Apple cider vinegar and 1 Tbs. honey in hot water
3. White flower balm on Pericardium 6
4. Small frequent meals
5. Soda water- ?tsp in small glass every ?hr as needed
6. If bad late in the day, eat your ...
Views: 666 - The Care and Feeding of the Masculine - by Why should you settle for Viagra? Better tools are here to understand and treat the sad epidemic of sexual dysfunction facing many American families. Media reports have described this epidemic from different perspectives, but the 'male menopause' or 'andropause' condition is a story yet to be ...
Views: 779 - LIPOTROPICS - by WHAT DOES LIPOTROPIC MEAN?
Lipotropic means fat-loving. Basically they are substances which can liquefy or homogenize fats. (Americans eat 100 lbs. of saturated fats per person per year) - 42% of our caloric intake in fat.
WHAT ARE THE MAIN FUNCTIONS OF LIPOTROPICS?
I. They increase the ...
Views: 5037 - Vitamin and Mineral Sources from Herbs - by Tip: These herbs are the highest and most common sources, certainly not the only ones. Do a word search in a major search engine on the nutrient and the herb to find more specific information, or follow links from Naturodoc to more nutritional sites!
Vitamin K: Alfalfa, Plantain, Shepherd's ...
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