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- The Role of Probiotics in Colon Cleansing - by We are always troubled when we hear the word bacteria. But do you know that they are naturally present in our body? Some of these bacteria pose harm to our body that is why we have formulated medicines and devised ways like colon cleansing to eliminate them from our system.
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Views: 933 - Is the Economy Hurting Your Head? - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2008 from Megan OltmanAs you know from my recent posts, the costs of health care and our national tragedy of a broken health insurance system have been hitting me where I live lately. Of course I’m far from alone in this. In the current economic crisis, people are finding it harder than ever to afford the medications ...
Views: 913 - 8 Ways You Can Reclaim Your Life from Multiple Sclerosis - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2008 from Robert Groth#1 "Choose to Get Better" Could this really be any simpler than this? Yes you've heard this before– but yet for some reason you haven't acted upon it. YOU have a choice. A choice to seek out answers, a choice to educate yourself, a choice to exercise, a choice to see your neurologist, a ...
Views: 1220 - What are the Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis or MS? - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2008 from Robert GrothBack when I was diagnosed with MS in 1989 I emerged with some pronounced symptoms that were sure signs of a windy crazy road I was about to travel down. Yes, I was totally freaked out to say the least. Personally, I initially thought I had a brain tumor only because I had a close client that ...
Views: 1258 - Understanding Disease - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2008 from Steve KeyserThe next major advance in health will be determined by what people are willing to do for themselves. However, willingness is only part of the equation—the other is knowing what to do. In my book Never Be Sick Again, I outlined a new model of health based on the revolutionary concept of one ...
Views: 729 - Sensitivity & Allergy Elimination - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2012 from Judy TuckerThe term allergy means an abnormal reaction, antibody response, anaphylactic reaction or simply an intolerance or sensitivity. Since underlying allergies, particularly to foods, play a role in many conditions, this therapy essentially resets the brain and nervous system response to perceived ...
Views: 1167 - Micro-organism Elimination - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2012 from Judy TuckerMICRO-ORGANISM ELIMINATION Our ancestral physiology is built to handle all manner of stresses however we are ill-equipped to fight acute and chronic disease and newer threats such as viruses or pollution. Micro-organisms such as bacteria (listeriosis), viruses (SARS), miasms (inherited ...
Views: 1626 - Lifestyle Design: Celebrate Your Health and Well Being, Part II - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2008 from Melissa GaltSo often we get caught up in our daily routines only to forget the most important element in our lives, our health and well being. We are so busy taking care of everyone and everything else that we ignore ourselves until we either get sick or end up at the doctor with an injury. While none of ...
Views: 952 - Geopathic Stress, The Invisible Danger You Need To Know About - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2008 from Mercedes Oestermann van EssenWhen I first came across geopathic stress almost twenty years ago, after moving house I moved house I experienced sudden unexplainable health problems, which would not go away. I also felt uneasy and depressed in the property, for no obvious reason. There were unexplainable damp spots in the ...
Views: 1995 - Migraine Headaches - Leading Alternative and Traditional Treatments - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2008 from Trevor PriceTo learn about identifying migraines and migraine headache treatment, keep reading. About Migraines and Their Causes Migraines affect approximately one in six people across the country and are defined essentially as a headache that prevents you from carrying on your day-to-day life. In ...
Views: 1267 - Tooth Decay - Causes, Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2008 from Cristian StanWhat is Tooth Decay? Tooth decay also known as dental caries or cavities is a common disease which affects a large percentage of the world population. It is widespread and generally occurs due to poor oral habits. Tooth decay is the demineralization of tooth by the acid releasing bacteria. ...
Views: 1004 - Easy Treatments for Cystic Acne - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2008 from Menno SpijkstraA tiny pink pimple somewhere on your face can give you a lot of hang- ups. Much more so if you are very meticulous about your appearance. But what more if it’s cystic acne? The term itself can make you squirm because it does sound alarming. True, most people think that pimples are ...
Views: 963 - The Top Signs Your Child May Have ADHD - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2008 from Austin AndrewsOne of the most common questions that parents and teachers ask me is, “What are the symptoms of ADHD?” This is a very important question. Parents want to understand if their child has a real learning disability or not. They are also concerned about their child being ADD/ADHD ...
Views: 570 - 5 Ways to Make Exercise Fun - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2008 from Jacob FaerrellAre you bored and weary of your current exercise routines? Do you have to drag yourself to exercise? In this article, you’ll learn the 5 ways to make exercise fun and interesting. If you don’t feel exercising is fun, you totally have missed out a few things in your routines. One way ...
Views: 518 - Celebrate Your Health and Well Being - Part I - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2008 from Melissa GaltSo often we get caught up in our daily routines only to forget the most important element in our lives, our health and well being. We are so busy taking care of everyone and everything else that we ignore ourselves until we either get sick or end up at the doctor with an injury. While none of ...
Views: 1048 - Secret Fast Weight Loss - The 3 Secrets for Fast Weight Loss - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2008 from Jacob FaerrellDo you really want to uncover the secrets for fast weight loss? You may have heard these secrets. But if you haven’t, I highly suggest you follow them religiously. I’ve tried them and they really work. Neglect these secrets, fast weight loss may become impossible. The first secret ...
Views: 762 - 5 Top Secrets to Lose Tummy Fat: Secrets to Lose Tummy Fat Exposed! - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2008 from Jacob FaerrellAre you seeking for the secrets to lose tummy fat? In this article, I’m going to share the 5 top secrets to lose tummy fat. You might have already known some of the secrets, but some of the secrets are still sold with quite decent prices throughout the web. The first secret to lose tummy ...
Views: 935 - Drop Weight Quick- The 3 Quickest Ways to Drop 10 Pounds Now - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2008 from Jacob FaerrellDo you really need to drop 10 pounds now? There are lots of ways if you really want to achieve that. Here are the 3 quickest ways. Although you may experience weight loss almost instantly, there are also drawbacks attached to each method. Think wisely before you act. You can drop 10 pounds now ...
Views: 1197 - Holidays don't have to Hurt your Head - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2008 from Megan OltmanI am very thankful at Thanksgiving time, for the loving and accepting, funny, intelligent and interesting family I have, the fun times and wonderful food we share. I have many blessings to count. I have never managed to travel to this particular fest, however, without at least a little pang of ...
Views: 842 - Top 10 Ways to Lose 10 Pounds - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2008 from Jo Mark1. Cut down on the amount of carbs that you eat. Eat less bread and pasta and you WILL lose weight. A single slice of white bread has 100 calories. One four and a half ounce serving of plain pasta (without sauce) can have as many as 369 calories. 2. Write down your goals and look at them ...
Views: 1320 - Reversing Osteoporosis - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2008 from Sheevaun MoranOsteoporosis is a disease in which bones become fragile and more likely to break. This particular ailment is often undetected and more likely is thought to affect the elderly. In fact, more women and men are affected by osteoporosis than you can imagine. There is another alternative and one ...
Views: 1426 - Tips To Shed A Few Extra Pounds! - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2008 from Davinder KumarThe Christmas season is a time when most people tend to let go, throwing caution to the wind. Overspending on credit cards, overindulging on alcohol and just eating a bit too much are some of the outcomes. Come January/February and we get a huge shock when we see the credit card bill, or step on ...
Views: 469 - 3 Quickest Ways on How to Get Trim Fast - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2008 from Jacob FaerrellHow to get trim fast? In this article, you’ll learn the 3 quickest ways on how you can get trim fast. To be fair, I’ve also discussed their drawbacks as well. Even though you can get trim fast using these methods, the results may not be enduring. In my opinion, I feel it is ...
Views: 545 - Obesity And Diabetes: Obesity Hampers The Treatment Of Obesity! - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2008 from Jim AndrewsPeople do not realize that obesity is becoming major reason behind many fatal diseases. Diabetes is one of these diseases. Obesity and diabetes both are common problems in youth as well as in old age. People are eating more and eating unhealthy and it is leading us to diabetes. Research has ...
Views: 798 - Early Symptoms of Alzheimer's disease - 5 Main Symptoms to Watch Out For - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2008 from Susan NickersonThere are 5 early symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease you should watch out for. Most of us know about Alzheimer’s disease, but few of us know what these early or initial symptoms are. So why is it important to understand more about this disorder? Currently, it is estimated that 10% of ...
Views: 482 - 10 steps to better health and weight loss - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2013 from Scott Warner1. First thing you have to do is get all the bad foods out of your house. Get rid of the: sweets, candy, cakes, chips, soda etc. If you don’t have the temptations all over the house when you’re in a good mood, bad mood or bored to eat, it will make it a lot easier. If you have ...
Views: 836 - Holidays Don't Have to Hurt Your Head - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2008 from Megan OltmanI am very thankful at Thanksgiving time, for the loving and accepting, funny, intelligent and interesting family I have, the fun times and wonderful food we share. I have many blessings to count. I have never managed to travel to this particular fest, however, without at least a little pang of ...
Views: 855 - Emotional Eating: What Is It, Why Does It Work? - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2008 from Marc CarlinThe Driving Force Behind Your Unwanted Behavior I get all kinds of people calling me and asking for help to lose weight and get them back on track with their health and fitness. It's what I do, so it's not uncommon to have people seek advice and information from me. I'm used to it. One of the ...
Views: 1432 - Are Soy Products Poisoning You? - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2008 from Sheevaun MoranWhen people make a shift from eating more meat they often choose soy. The reason they choose soy is because they are told that they need protein and the only way to get protein is via meat products and soy. The truth about soy is that is has been in our processed food products since the 1960’s ...
Views: 1732 - Living Healthy to End the Brain Drain - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2008 from Megan OltmanI did all the things I should this morning, stretched, meditated, ate a light healthy breakfast, took my supplements and meds, stayed calm. Planned my day, did some work, took a walk. A morning of living healthy. (Go ahead, give me a gold star!) I’ll do that a few times and then I’ll think I ...
Views: 996 - Easy Ways to Renew Your Body - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2008 from Claudine StruckThe body has been likened to a temple – you must care for your own body with the same reverence and devotion that worshippers do when they care for their temples and churches. This devotion to yourself may feel strange and selfish, but it is just the opposite: only when you are healthy ...
Views: 1191 - Tips on Finding Out What Causes Food Allergies - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2008 from Trevor PriceIt's hard to pinpoint exactly what causes allergies, especially if you have a delayed allergic response. Typically people who have an immediate reaction can pinpoint their allergy down to one or two foods. However, those who experience delayed allergic reactions may be allergic to as many as ...
Views: 879 - 5 Myths and Misconceptions about Genital Warts - by Genital warts are one of the most widely spread sexually transmitted diseases, but a lot of people still lack the knowledge regarding the nature of the said condition, how it is spread, and how to prevent or treat it. Clear, reliable, and updated information about the human papillomavirus (HPV) ...
Views: 1086 - What You Should Know About Losing a Gallbladder - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2008 from Joe BartonOver half a million people will get their gallbladder removed this year in America alone. And you are one of the hundreds of thousands who are asking about gallbladder after surgery complications. I applaud your courage to question if removing an organ is the right thing for you. ...
Views: 1098 - Fitness Exercises And Fitness Diets Go Hand In Hand - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2008 from Paul RodgersFitness weight loss is likely choice to keep your health, muscles and lose that weight. Continued movement will give you the health benefits that include fitness, weight loss, increased energy, decreased cholesterol and blood pressure as well as improving your core muscle strength. In order to ...
Views: 661 - 10 Ways to Improve the Cabbage Soup Diet - by People who want to lose weight will do anything to get rid of those unwanted flab. You may have tried several diet plans and know what works for your lifestyle. A lot of people have tried the cabbage soup diet which is known to drop people¡¯s weights by as much as ten pounds in seven days. ...
Views: 983 - Natural Soap...Or is it? - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Courtney FindlayIt says ‘natural’ soap, but is it really? I owned a natural soap making business, made the soap right on the store’s premises. Often customers would come in and ask if the soap was natural like the Body Shop and Lush. We knew that the Body Shop and Lush soap was not natural, so I looked at ...
Views: 1650(2 votes) - Changing Your Habits Leads to Changes on the Scale - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2008 from Jim MackeyLearning to drive; your first kiss; high school prom and saying your wedding vows. These are all milestones in life that most of us never forget. And as positive as all these experiences are, there are some things that can have just as big an effect on us that we’ll never forget. Perhaps ...
Views: 608 - What Every Family Should Know Before Entering the ER - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2008 from Susan FlowersEvery year, millions of people become ill and find themselves headed for a hospital. Many of us live in towns where there are no “Urgent Care” facilities and the lack of affordable health insurance for some precludes them from walking into a doctor’s office. Depending on the city you live in, ...
Views: 1741 - The Concerns and Treatments of Genital Warts during Pregnancy - by Having genital warts during pregnancy is definitely a source of worry and frustration for a lot of expectant mothers. This is because it puts the baby at a huge risk of contracting the infection. Moreover, there is a chance that genital warts can be spread from the mother to the newborn baby ...
Views: 1258 - Nail Fungus - Background and Treatments - by Onychomycosis, more commonly referred to as nail fungus, is an infection that results to discolored and disfigured nails. There are two types of fungus that cause nail infections. Dermatophytes more commonly cause toenail fungus while yeast, particularly Candida, more often infect fingernails. ...
Views: 1168 - Insomnia Cures: Fighting with the Monster - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2008 from Mick ThandiMissing those precious moments of sleep? Me too, and we are not the only ones. Insomnia is a monster that lurks around shadows and jumps out to rattle our day. The search to slay the monster is the search for Insomnia Cures. Since the dawn of time people have suffered from Insomnia and ...
Views: 835 - The Top Ten Energy Enhancers - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2008 from Susan SchenckWant more energy? People who maximize their EQ (energy quotient) using these 10 energy enhancers* will have more energy than they know what to do with. 1. RAW FOODS. Eat a diet high in raw foods, especially vegetables, sprouts, green leafy vegetables and superfoods high in minerals (such as ...
Views: 1416 - Symptoms of Candida and Yeast Infections - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2008 from Greg McKenziwIt is the signs and symptoms of a yeast infection or candida that are going to be what alert you that you may in fact have something wrong with you, and so it is thus very important to know not only about the more common symptoms of yeast infections but as well the less common, so that you will ...
Views: 724 - Diabetes Nutritional Supplement - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2008 from quinlan murrayDiabetics must follow a balanced and healthy diet to combat the ill-effects of diabetes. For this they must include the special diabetes nutritional supplements along with their food. The best forms of such supplements are low calorie fruits and vegetables are preferred as diabetes nutritional ...
Views: 982 - Understanding Hair Growth Products, Understand Hair loss - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2008 from Kevan SihotaBefore any of us start looking into hair growth products, or hair loss remedies let's take a look at our problem first. There have been many throughout the time of man who has come across the most popular hair-do of all time. Why do I say most popular of all time? Because it has stood the test ...
Views: 569 - Hair Growth Products: What's The Story with Propecia? - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2008 from Kevan SihotaHello again my congregation of beautiful balding men. So we meet again. Well to all those that read my last (and my first!) article, thank-you. For you new readers, sit back enjoy and hopefully learn something. Well we’re back talking about hair growth products, and today we are going ...
Views: 2966 - The Role Of Stem Cells In Exercise And Recovery - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2008 from Maria Nadal-CabralAsk any physician and they will tell you that exercise is essential to optimal health. What many physicians won’t mention though - especially to non-athletes - is that the key to sustaining optimal health is to balance the breakdown of the body with its renewal. Thanks to years of research, ...
Views: 747 - 3 Types Of Natural Treatment For Nail Fungus - by Nail fungal infection is a disorder that afflicts about 11 million Americans. It is prevalent especially in the older population because of their greater chance of exposure to fungus over the years and because of poor blood circulation.
Doctors claim that the quickest and surefire way to treat ...
Views: 909 - Excessive Sweating on Teens and Children - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2008 from Cristian StanAdults are not the only ones who may suffer from excessive sweating or hyperhidrosis. Even small kids and teens are prone to developing it. In fact, when kids and teens are struck with this disease, they tend to suffer its consequences the most. Children aged seven years old and below ...
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