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- 14 Types of Dogs Prone to Cancer - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2009 from brian spilnerCancer is awful for the patient as well as everyone else involved. Unfortunately, our four-legged canine friends are very susceptible to this deadly disease. This article includes the dogs that are most likely to get cancer, the types of cancer that are common with the breeds and methods to ...
Views: 14329 - ***Lutein to Prevent or Reduce the Effects of Macular Degeneration: What Research Shows - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2009 from Vijaya NairImagine if, just by taking a little lutein pill each day, you could prevent macular degeneration - the leading cause of blindness among adults over 55 in the United States and other developed countries. That's exactly what the research on lutein is showing. Numerous studies have concluded that ...
Views: 1375 - Learn How to Lose Love Handles - Facts and Tips - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2009 from Glenn PrescotIf you want to learn how to lose love handles, you need to be willing to commit to a consistent diet and exercise routine. The best way to lose love handles is to avoid taking in excess calories and make sure that you get aerobic exercise as well as build muscle with weight training. For some ...
Views: 2664(2 votes) - Swine Flu Survival: The Science of a Single Sneeze (and Three Simple Ways to Protect Yourself) - by Submitted on May 31, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsA single sneeze propels 100,000 droplets into the air at around 90 mph, landing on door knobs, ATM keypads, elevator buttons, escalator railings, and grocery cart handles. In a subway station at rush hour, according to British researchers, as many as 10 percent of all commuters can come in ...
Views: 610 - The Benefits of Colon Cleansing - by Submitted on May 30, 2009 from Anthony CappelloMany of us do not realize the amount of toxins we put in our bodies from pesticides, processed foods, sugars, nutrisweet, etc. These toxins can cause all sorts of medical problems such as constipation, bloating, irritable bowel syndrome, diarrhea, and even cancer of the colon as well as other ...
Views: 1469 - Simple Ways to Reverse Type 2 Diabetes - by Submitted on May 29, 2009 from Emily SaarIf you are a type 2 diabetic and currently using prescription drugs to manage your blood sugars, you may be surprised to know that you may not really need them. How many times have you been to your doctor for various things and felt like you spent more time in the waiting room than you did ...
Views: 3091 - What You Need to Know About Osteoporosis - by Submitted on May 29, 2009 from Edith LingenfelterOsteoporosis literally means "porous bones". A lack of calcium is the major cause of osteoporosis; a silent disease in which bones lose some of their calcium and other minerals making them brittle and fragile. It does not give an advanced warning. Usually, the first sign is severe low back or ...
Views: 922 - Top 5 Tips to Create Optimum Health - by Submitted on May 28, 2009 from Lori Shemek, PhD, CLC, NCWe all desire good health, yet the majority of us take for granted our health and assume we are healthy due to the absence of disease. The human body is an amazing machine, that despite the abuses incurred upon it, still functions. But optimum health is more than just the absence of disease, ...
Views: 1231(2 votes) - The Swine Flu Scare: Reject Negative Thinking and Avoid Panic - by Submitted on May 27, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsNo one can have failed to notice the extensive reporting on the Swine Flu issue. It is presently being given the sort of emphasis rightly reserved for something far more sinister, and our TV reporters are only too happy to whip up the fear. So, let’s have a little perspective. A child has died ...
Views: 727(1 vote) - Beer and Kidney Stones - Is it Safe? - by Submitted on May 27, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonMany men and woman have had the misfortune of dealing with the agonizing pain of passing a kidney stone. If you have not had to deal with the excruciating pain, you are one of the lucky ones! To make matters much worse for those that have had kidney stones, there is an 80% chance that they ...
Views: 3908 - Thinking the Unthinkable: Six (Uncomfortable) Questions about the Swine Flu Outbreak - by Submitted on May 27, 2009 from Intent.com Authors1. Is History Repeating Itself? The word pandemic comes from Greek roots meaning "all the people." Not surprisingly, the first known medical reporter to file a story about a flu epidemic was Hippocrates around 412 BC. For centuries, flu disasters have struck just as naturally and inevitably as ...
Views: 698(1 vote) - Swine Flu Crib Sheet: The Five Things You Need to Know - by Submitted on May 26, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIn this 76th hour of the swine flu emergency, President Obama urges that we take "the utmost precautions." And the World Health Organization (WHO) has raised the pandemic flu alert level to 5 out of 6, warning that this international outbreak will pose a prolonged threat. What do "utmost ...
Views: 657 - Perfume Pollution as Harmful as Cigarette Smoke - by Submitted on May 26, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsMany workplaces, health clubs, yoga studios, and other public settings are going scent-free, banning perfumes and scented products and the “perfume pollution” they leave in their wake. Currently, many people suffering from asthma, other respiratory disorders, environmental illness, chronic ...
Views: 2161 - Journal Your Way to Better Health - by Submitted on May 26, 2009 from Angela ShippKeeping a personal health journal helps users take charge of their health. You have been experiencing severe headaches for weeks. But when did it start? You know you had a complete physical, but can’t remember where or when. How many of us can remember when our symptoms started, and what else ...
Views: 1444(2 votes) - Phthalate: The Hidden Poison - by Submitted on May 26, 2009 from Bette DowdellHave you been reading about phthalate? (Phthal as in thal, rhymes with Hal.) Yikes! Talk about your basic poison! This stuff is murder! Phthalate is a “softener” added to plastics, cosmetics and everything else they can lay their hands on. It goes without saying that it knocks the ...
Views: 1659 - Melanoma: The Warning Signs - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2011 from mai brooksMelanoma, the deadly skin cancer, is on the rise. In the United States in 2008, there were estimated 62,480 new cases. In the same year, 8,420 people were predicted to die from this cancer. Melanoma is the #6 most common malignancy in men and #7 most common in women. The ethnicity of ...
Views: 1030(1 vote) - Should You Go to Work if You're Feeling Sick? - by Submitted on May 25, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIn regular times, many argue they can’t “afford” to get sick. More so in a recession, many will rather go to work sick than miss their pay even if this means that they may get sicker at the job or that they may get other people sick at work. Sometimes, parents send their sick children to ...
Views: 635 - Home Remedy for Acid Reflux - 5 Natural Tips - by Submitted on May 25, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonIt is not unlikely that you may develop the disease called Gastroesphogeal Reflux Disease or acid reflux. As a matter-of-fact, one out of every 10 adults may develop the condition in a lifetime. GERD is a chronic digestive disorder that damages the lining of the esophagus. The symptoms of acid ...
Views: 4132 - Sexual Education Should Begin at Home to Prevent AIDS - by Submitted on May 24, 2009 from James BeayohAIDS is one of the most serious, deadly diseases in human history. We lived in dangerous time today. More than 25 years ago, doctors in the United States identified the first cases of AIDS in San Francisco and New York. Now there are an estimated about 50 million people living with HIV or AIDS ...
Views: 752 - Could it Be Lyme Disease? - by Submitted on May 24, 2009 from Bette DowdellA dismayed grandmother said her precious grandson was diagnosed and treated as autistic–when, in fact, he has lyme disease. She reports that a recent study said 90% of California kids diagnosed with autism actually had lyme. Then she asked the jackpot question: How come doctors don’t know ...
Views: 1601 - Striving and Arriving - by Submitted on May 21, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI have a personal story to share: As you know, I recently moved to San Diego. It is sunny and beautiful and I am excited for this next chapter in my life and career to unfold. One of my favorite hobbies is physical exercise (it helps keep me sane with long hours in front of the computer - I am ...
Views: 810(1 vote) - Moos, News, and Reviews - by Submitted on May 21, 2009 from Thomas BMoos: In the year 1950, the average dairy cow produced about 5,000 pounds of milk each year. Today, the average cow now produces 18,000 pounds of milk per year. How is this possible? The answer is: Hormones! Over 66% of American cattle are administered anabolic steroids and growth hormones, ...
Views: 1145 - Hogwash Alert: How to Survive the Pandemic of Swine Flu Scams and Swindles - by Submitted on May 21, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsLong before you'll ever come down with swine flu, you'll be exposed to another kind of virus sweeping the world: A global outbreak of online scams and swindles preying on your fears of the so-called aporkalypse. In coming days when you receive emails offering a variety of ways to ward off swine ...
Views: 873 - The Relation Between Gout and Kidney Stones - by Submitted on May 21, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonGout occurrences in certain individuals may be attributed to their kidney conditions. Uric acids found in purines are generally excreted out of the system and are not expected to be totally absorbed by the body. Uric acid levels are not wholly dependent in the amounts of purine rich food that ...
Views: 1021 - Foods to Avoid for Acid Reflux - Safe and Effective Tips - by Submitted on May 20, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonIn order to successfully manage or even cure this condition, you must first know the foods to avoid for acid reflux. Because making the wrong food choice is the major ingredient for developing acid reflux, eating a healthy diet is critical. Research indicates that 1 out of every 10 adults will ...
Views: 1601 - Flat Tummy Exercises - Where to Find Resources for Flatening Your Tummy - by Submitted on May 20, 2009 from Glenn PrescotWhen summer is around the corner, people start thinking about flat tummy exercises that will help them achieve a flatter stomach. Most people want to look as good as possible so this is normal. The question that comes to people’s mind is not whether they want a flat tummy but rather what tummy ...
Views: 1239(2 votes) - Type 2 Diabetes is Preventable - by Submitted on May 19, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsMore than 90 percent of adult onset cases of diabetes are preventable and if caught early enough, are curable (Archives of Internal Medicine, May 2009). Usually, you can tell if you are pre-diabetic or diabetic because you store fat primarily in your belly, rather than in your hips. This is a ...
Views: 676 - How Exercise Boosts Your Psychological Health - by Submitted on May 19, 2009 from Michael LeeWe all know that exercise is good for the body. However, did you know that there are also psychological benefits of exercise? These benefits can really have an impact on your health and performance in the long run. Unfortunately, not everybody takes note of them. These psychological benefits of ...
Views: 680 - Treatment Options for Pets Suffering from Cancer - by Submitted on May 19, 2009 from brian spilnerCancer is a devastating disease to humans and canines alike and presents in similar ways among both species. Some of the most common canine cancers include osteosarcoma or bone cancer, lymphoma, head and neck cancers, bladder cancer, mammary carcinoma, testicular cancer and malignant brain ...
Views: 1523 - The Cornerstone of Health and Well-being - by Submitted on May 18, 2009 from Geoffrey GluckmanThere is much advice floating around on the web, in magazines, and from friends and colleagues about how to be the more healthy. Much of it may be useful, however a subtle, key ingredient is missing. Self-responsibility. It may seem like common sense and it is, if one truly understands the ...
Views: 1430(1 vote) - Fructose More Likely Than Glucose to Cause Diabetes - by Submitted on May 17, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsSugared drinks are fattening because the human brain does not recognize liquid sugar as calories to make you eat less food. We get our sugar in drinks in three forms: glucose, fructose and sucrose (glucose and fructose bound together in a single molecule). Now a report from the University of ...
Views: 730 - Type 1 Diabetes Treatment - Knowing the Traditional and Latest Methods - by Submitted on May 17, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonType 1 diabetes is also known as "juvenile diabetes" because it typically appears during childhood or adolescence.Typical in the treatment of all diabetic patients, the initial concern in the type 1 diabetes treatment is to maintain blood sugar near the normal level to delay or prevent any ...
Views: 827 - If You Drink Bottled Water, You're a Loser - by Submitted on May 16, 2009 from Salvator GiustraGot your attention, now? Very good, because the naked bottled water facts should make you feel a bit foolish if you frequently buy bottled water. I know I'm being a bit provocative but if you pick up bottled water and do a comparison of bottled water vs. tap water vs. filtered water you're ...
Views: 1681 - Removal of Kidney Stones - 5 Tips for Relief - by Submitted on May 15, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonAnyone that is suffering from a kidney stone or knows someone that is, needs to read this article. Through trial and error we have found the best tips available for the removal of kidney stones. One of these tips are meant to redirect you from medical attention. You should always seek the advice ...
Views: 1039 - Taking Control of Your Blood Sugar - by Submitted on May 15, 2009 from Denise McKinleyMost people feel they don’t need to worry about diabetes. A vast majority of people think you have to have a familial tendency toward diabetes or they are too young to worry about diabetes. If you or a loved one thinks this way then you definitely need to keep reading. Hopefully by reading this ...
Views: 1424(2 votes) - National Skin Cancer Month - by Submitted on May 14, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsAh, spring has sprung! And like every year with the melting of the snow means the shedding of those winter clothes. But before you bare it all doll, I want to give you the skinny on that skin of yours. Did you know that the skin is the largest organ of the body? As we recognize May as ...
Views: 898(1 vote) - Your Body's Best Kept Secret to Great Health - by Submitted on May 14, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsDo you suffer from cellulite or fatty deposits? Do you experience aches and pains? Are you overweight? Do you experience abdominal bloating? Do you feel bloated or have areas on your body that seem pudgy? Have you been diagnosed with fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrom, multiple ...
Views: 1251(1 vote) - Chemotherapy Survival Guide: Dealing with Nausea - by Submitted on May 14, 2009 from New Harbinger PublicationsHere are some suggestions to help you get through your chemotherapy treatment. By preventing nausea you can be comfortable, stay well nourished, and feel better sooner. BEFORE TREATMENT It’s not necessary to have an empty stomach before getting chemotherapy. Staying well nourished and well ...
Views: 3864(1 vote) - Chemotherapy Survival Guide: Getting Your Questions Answered - by Submitted on May 14, 2009 from New Harbinger PublicationsWhen you’re first diagnosed, you may not even know what questions to ask. And the answer to one question often leads to many more questions about things you may not have considered before. It’s hard to take in a lot of new information when you feel anxious. It’s normal to need information to be ...
Views: 1580 - Chemotherapy Survival Guide: Questions to Ask About Your Treatment Plan - by Submitted on May 14, 2009 from New Harbinger PublicationsDECIDING ON THE TREATMENT PLAN During your next visit, your doctor may recommend chemotherapy alone or in combination with radiation therapy, hormonal therapy, targeted therapy, or surgery. Your doctor will explain treatment options and why a certain one is recommended. Your doctor may be able ...
Views: 1672(1 vote) - Are You Inflamed? - by Submitted on May 14, 2009 from Lori Shemek, PhD, CLC, NCIf you have Acid Reflux, Candidiasis (Yeast Infection), High Blood Pressure, Bacterial or Viral Infections, Arthritis, Acne or Osteoporosis, then you could also have chronic low-grade inflammation. Systemic Inflammation is the body's response to a stressor whether it is caused by our diet or ...
Views: 1242(2 votes) - Why Workout Calendars Work - by Submitted on May 13, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsLike everything in life, studies show developing a game plan significantly improves your chance to succeed. Seeing progress is a powerfully positive reinforcement for you, both emotionally and spiritually. That’s why as part of my two-part “How To Create Your Best Ever Home Workout”, at Make ...
Views: 841 - Cancer Survival Tips - by Submitted on May 13, 2009 from Raphaelo SteffSurviving cancer is the fact that you continue to live after being diagnosed and treated with the disease. Survival can lead to remission for some years or complete healing. The chance of surviving cancer differs depending on the type of cancer, your lifestyle (diet, environment, etc.), and most ...
Views: 1142 - The Standard of Care Catastrophe - by Submitted on May 12, 2009 from Bette DowdellThe latest Big Thing in medicine is “Standard of Care.” It has a nice ring to it, don’t you think? The name alone makes you believe that no matter what doctor you go to, there’s a Standard of Care ensuring a quality outcome. What a comforting thought. Clever name, that. The sad truth is ...
Views: 1459 - The Good News About Herpes: Sustained Emotional Reactions - by Submitted on May 12, 2009 from New Harbinger PublicationsAfter you’ve had herpes for a few weeks or months, the emotions surrounding it sometimes change. You might still have some of the initial ones we talked about, but they’ll tend to fade a bit as you get more information about herpes, in general, and your case, in particular. But now, some new ...
Views: 8583 - The Good News About Herpes: Early Emotional Responses - by Submitted on May 12, 2009 from New Harbinger PublicationsPeople seem to go through two separate periods in their reactions to having herpes. The first obviously comes right away; it starts as you sit in your clinician’s office and hear the words, “I think you may have herpes,” and continues until you get your test results that confirm those ...
Views: 8858 - The Top Ten Questions About Genital Herpes: Everything You Always Wanted to Know but Were Afraid to Ask - by Submitted on May 12, 2009 from New Harbinger PublicationsOne late-night talk-show host is famous for his top-ten lists. I hope he won’t mind, but I’m going to borrow his idea. Here’s my top-ten list of questions asked most often about genital herpes. They come from patients at my clinic and from the WebMD message board. And if your question isn’t in ...
Views: 25672(1 vote) - Diet for Acid Reflux Disease - 7 Solutions To a Healthier You - by Submitted on May 12, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonResearch indicates that 1 out of every 10 adults will suffer from a disease called acid reflux in their lifetime. Also known as Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD); the condition occurs when the acidic liquid content of the stomach travels back into the esophagus. The symptoms can become ...
Views: 713 - Acid Reflux Natural Cure - 7 Effective Remedies for Acid Reflux - by Submitted on May 12, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonAcid reflux disease is a common condition that causes damage to the esophagus. The effects of the disease (also referred to as GERD) have great potential to be painful and ongoing. Although most healthcare professionals initially prescribe drugs to slow down the progression of the effects, acid ...
Views: 833 - ***9 Ways to Avoid Getting the Swine Flu - by Submitted on May 12, 2009 from Vijaya NairIt is often hard to stay calm, when the news reports contain such words as Swine Flu: Impending Pandemic. Moreover, just the seasonal flu kills an estimated 36,000 people here in the U.S. every year. However, anxiety works against your immunity and other important body functions. You need to ...
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