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- Tophi Gout Treatment Will Improve - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2008 from John MephamThe general public doesn't know it but some gout sufferers do. At long last we are in a good period for new gout treatments. In fact gout treatment looks rosier now than ever before in the history of the disease. And that's over 2,000 years. Febuxostat has been approved by the European ...
Views: 5538 - Treating Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) Of The Brain - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2008 from Marina LevinaCharacterized by headaches and seizures, an arteriovenous malformation (AVM) of the brain is a derivative of arteriovenous malformation, a disorder of the body’s circulatory system. An AVM of the brain, also known as a cerebral AVM, is a malformed group of blood vessels composed of an intricate ...
Views: 1274 - The 3 Biggest Obstacles To Succeeding On The Raw Food Diet, and How to Overcome Them - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2008 from Tera WarnerThe First Obstacle: Fear & Overwhelm Anytime we start something new, it can be overwhelming. When this “something” is related to food habits, then it’s a whole other level of overwhelm altogether. The problem is, we have years and years of history tied to our eating habits. Therefore, when you ...
Views: 708 - Feature Article: 8 Food Combining Rules For Raw Foodists - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2008 from Tera WarnerThough the subject itself has only really come under investigation in the last 100 years, it has been covered in so many ways by some many different people that there are entire shelves in bookstores devoted to this very subject. Unfortunately, this makes for a whole lot of confusion for the ...
Views: 615 - Top 5 Reasons To Be A Raw Foodist - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2008 from Tera WarnerIt’s true that raw food is making the news and every day more and more people jump on onboard to learn about the benefits of this still rather unusual lifestyle. While it may not always be easy to put into action, the benefits are hard to ignore. Before we dive into the Top 5 Reasons to Be A Raw ...
Views: 513 - Side Effects Of Tetracycline - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2008 from Liza StevenTetracycline is an antibiotic treatment that dermatologist use to treat acne and other other skin disorders such as rosacea and perioral dermatitis etc. Tetracycline is said to be effective against a variety of bacteria which include. Hemophilus influenzae Streptococcus pneumoniae Mycoplasma ...
Views: 694 - We Have Two Kidneys But Only Need One Kidney To Live - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2008 from Paul RodgersOrgan donation is a gift and it should come from the heart, not by emotional coercion. Kidney transplants are the most common organ transplant that happens. Kidney transplants paved the way for surgical teams to develop successful transplantation of other organs including heart, lung, pancreas ...
Views: 618 - Should You Follow This Diet Tip From The Bible? - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2008 from Dr. James ChappellPatients point out to me from time to time that some of my advice appears to be at variance with the Bible. They say the Bible endorses and encourages a habit that I am advising them to quit. Not even the American Medical Association has said that its members are smarter than God -- even if ...
Views: 904 - Genital Warts – 4 Simple Home Remedies for Self-Treatment - by For health problems that are not yet that severe, home remedies are usually the first solution that a lot of people take. These home remedies are fine to use as long as you are completely knowledgeable regarding their proper application.
Aside from the financial considerations and ease of use, ...
Views: 996 - Myths About Homosexuality - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2008 from Sharon BellTo know what homosexuality really is, let's take a close look at some of the misconceptions surrounding this kind of behavior. Below are some myths and the facts behind these claims: Homosexuality is a disease. False. Since 1974, the American Psychiatric Association has removed homosexuality ...
Views: 1286 - Famous Homosexual - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2008 from Sharon BellHomosexuals are in good company. Among the many famous homosexuals in history are the Greek philosophers Socrates and Aristotle, the Macedonian ruler Alexander the Great, the British King Richard the Lion-Hearted, the Italian painter-scientist Leonardo da Vinci and the Italian pope Julius III. ...
Views: 2040 - Do Mouthwashes Cause Oral Cancer? - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2008 from Sharon BellAside from being ineffective, there are other problems associated with mouthwashes. One of these is an allergic reaction. The colorings and flavorings used in most commercial mouthwashes are potential allergens. One common ingredient is alcohol which has been linked to mouth and throat ...
Views: 1293 - Are Mouthwash Effective? - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2008 from Sharon BellHow does one deal with bad breath? For most people, the easiest way would be to grab the biggest bottle of the most popular mouthwash. Others rely on candy mints and breath sprays for relief. Although some of these products carry unsupported medicinal claims, they are purchased by many people ...
Views: 1026 - Other Causes Of Bad Breath - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2008 from Sharon BellBad breath gets worse with poor dental hygiene, a common problem in spite of the presence of several brands of toothpastes and mouthwashes. Millions of people around the world have bad teeth due to a poor diet and bad dental practices. Bad breath that emanates from the mouth may be caused by ...
Views: 1026 - Diet Does Not Work - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2010 from M.Farouk RadwanWhy doesn't diet always work? Why do people start diets yet fail to lose weight? And why do people give up before having the ideal body shape they are after? There are lots of reasons behind the failure of any diet, below are some of them: * People reach a state where they cant take it ...
Views: 1103 - From High Blood Pressure To Heart Attack, And Kidney Problems - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2008 from Paul RodgersWe’ve all seen them - the cholesterol commercials that implant vivid images into our minds. They play on human emotion regarding the many dangers associated with elevated cholesterol. They tell you that drugs can effectively help you lower your LDL, or “bad” cholesterol ...
Views: 676 - Psyllium Husk - A Component Of Colon Cleansing - by Psyllium husk is a white powdery substance taken as part of a daily colon cleansing program. It is obtained from the Psyllium plant, more specifically, the coating around the seed of the plant itself. Though these seeds can be used for other purposes, it is more commonly associated with colon ...
Views: 805 - Healing IBS With Hypnosis - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2008 from Georgina CannonHypnosis and self-hypnosis have been repeatedly proven to be highly effective means of alleviating all of the various symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS, or "spastic colon"), including pain, diarrhea, constipation, bloating, nausea, and gas. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) also known as ...
Views: 1005 - 6 Ways To Detoxify Your Home - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinDuring the past few decades, gene-altering diseases have been steadily on the rise. Cancers and tumor growths are now as common as colds and influenza. It is not surprising to hear that someone you know or spent time with at school is suffering from some type of cancer. In fact, even members of ...
Views: 687 - Very Strong Body - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2008 from different manOne of the most impressive parts of a bodybuilder's physique is the six-pack abs. This area of the body is not talked about as much as some others, when it comes to bodybuilding. The fact of the matter is, though, that the abs are usually the first thing you notice when looking at a bodybuilder ...
Views: 681 - New Lens Implants Can Correct Astigmatism after Cataract Surgery - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2008 from Jay StockmanCataracts are a clouding of the natural lens in the eye. The lens becomes yellow or opaque preventing light and images from reaching the retina. They most frequently affect older patients, but may appear in younger individuals as well. While the most common type of cataract is age related ...
Views: 1374 - Onychomycosis Infection, Treatments And 5 Prevention Tips - by Caring for our skin is good but, please, pay attention to your nails, too. Even though they are hard and look lifeless does not mean that they are secure from any harmful germs. In fact, there is one particular bacterium that finds finger and toenails the best place to inhabit. The bacterium is ...
Views: 631 - Colon Cancer Affects Men And Women Equally - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2008 from Paul RodgersWomen who have had cancer of the ovary, uterus, or breast are at higher risk of developing colorectal cancer. Women who are postmenopausal and who have never used hormone replacement therapy have a higher risk of colon, but not rectal, cancer than do women who are premenopausal and of the same ...
Views: 1105 - Spironolactone For Hormonal Acne - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2008 from Jeremy AdamsSevere hormonal acne cannot be treated by over the counter products. It is treated by hormonal base treatments. Most common prescription medications do not work on hormonal base acne. Some women are intolerant to those medicines or they do not react to them. Normally hormonal acne is treated ...
Views: 850 - ***Natural Steps To Put Out The Fire Of Acid Reflux And Heart Burn - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHNatural Steps to Put out the Fire of Acid Reflux and Heart Burn What causes Acid Reflux & Heart Burn? Acid reflux and heart burn symptoms trouble an alarming number of Americans today and are the most common symptoms of GERD (gastro esophageal reflux disease). It has been assumed ...
Views: 8571(9 votes) - Avoid Dry Skin - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2008 from Howard SadowskyAVOID DRY SKIN: 1. Don't take long or hot showers or baths (that washes away your natural body oils). 2. LIMIT time to 7-10 minutes. 3. SKIP antibacterial, deodorant, and perfumed soaps (they tend to dry your skin). Try a mild, moisturizing soap instead: Dove, Oil of Olay fragrance-free ...
Views: 1167 - Thyroid Hair Loss, One Of The Worst Effects - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2008 from Romie RaukWhenever people have problems with their thyroids, a lot of people say the worst part about it is the hair loss. Well, that could be just their idea, but either way you look at it, thyroid hair loss is not a good thing. Of course, just because you are having hair loss treatment does not man that ...
Views: 464 - What Can Cause Sudden Hair Loss - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2008 from Romie RaukIn this world, there are a lot of things that can cause sudden hair loss. The truth of the matter is that hair falls out everyday. So to have some hair loss is normal. However, if you feel your hair is falling out too fast, then you may be suffering from excessive hair loss. So today we are ...
Views: 426 - 3 Things To Do If You Are Constipated - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2008 from Janice WeeAre you constipated? Sitting on the toilet bowl, pushing so hard that piles come out is no joke. Feeling bloated yet unable to move your bowels isn't pleasant either. So what can you do about constipation? 1. Flush your bowels Drink plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated and ensure your ...
Views: 2795 - Genital Warts – 7 Established Facts About Genital Warts - by Here are seven established facts about genital warts.
1. Genital warts are highly contagious.
Genital warts spread easily from one person to another through sexual intercourse. Human papillomavirus (HPV), the virus responsible for genital warts, is able to penetrate one’s skin and mucosal ...
Views: 684 - ANTI-AGING: Top Ten Herbal Supplements That Naturally Manage Your Blood Sugar - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2008 from Rod MacTaggartCenturies before anyone knew what blood sugar even was, herbal remedies were used to control the symptoms associated with high blood sugar and diabetes. Today, pharmaceutical-grade anti-aging supplements containing the same specific herbs are still being used, and are still remarkably effective. ...
Views: 501 - Kundalini Yoga and Shaktipat - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2008 from different manKundalini yoga is the divine energy within each person. Kundalini yoga is the energy that gives us life the same energy that gives life to the universe. Kundalini yoga is represented as a "coiled serpent" in the chakra at the base of the spine in each human the serpentine divinity who sleeps ...
Views: 1256 - 100 Weight Loss Tips - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2008 from Aaron CentalaSubject: Don’t be scared about your weight but… - It's true, Now you can learn how to drop the weight, keep it off and live a healthier, sexier and more vibrant lifestyle. If you've ever followed any new diet, lost weight only to gain it and more, or you're having trouble ...
Views: 533 - Orthodontic Education: Functional Treatment Is The Missing Link In Dentistry - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2008 from Brock RondeauMost dentists agree that the curriculum in the majority of dental schools does not adequately cover the subjects of orthopedics and orthodontics. I believe that the knowledge and understanding of orthopedics (functional orthodontics) is the missing link in the education of general ...
Views: 575 - A Tough Pill To Swallow - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2008 from Estelle GoldsteinEvery once in a while I run into someone who has trouble swallowing pills. Sometimes people “bite the bullet” and gulp the pills down with a struggle, just because they are anxious to get rid of whatever ails them. However, it doesn’t have to be a struggle. There are a few ...
Views: 1541 - How Much Iron Do You Need? - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2008 from Audrey & Dick FrederickBet that thought has never really surfaced in your mind very much, if at all. In this world of vitamins and minerals, organic or not, we, as women usually think of iron as something we have do, reluctantly. In years past, Geritol and iron poor blood was a “catch phrase” we used to tease our ...
Views: 2954 - How To Live Well With Chronic Pain: Steps You Can Take Today - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2008 from Rebecca RengoIt’s easy to feel overwhelmed when you live with chronic pain. Every day life can be a struggle, seemingly impossible to overcome. You push yourself with every ounce of energy right down to your soul, and it feels like nothing’s there. Simple activities that others take for granted can be a ...
Views: 1108 - Cancer: where the rubber meets the road - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2008 from Barbara EllingsonThis article is by a person with cancer who has vital information to share, based on very unexpected successes with a raw food diet. Hello! I am Barbara Ellingson, alive and kicking, on planet earth, 2008! BRIEF BACKGROUND OF MY CANCER STORY: ***In 1999 my husband Jim and I both contacted the ...
Views: 639 - Guidelines For Proper Health Care- Cancer Screening - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2008 from Gina ClarkCaring for yourself is important for a long, healthy life. This includes proper health care and medical screenings. Use these guidelines as a basis to ensure you receive proper health care. Monthly, you need to check your body for changes that could be caused by skin cancer. You should look for ...
Views: 709 - The Impact Of Sleep Apnea - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2008 from Marcus WhiteIf you find yourself waking up in the wee hours of the night, or tired and sleepy in the morning, chances are you could be suffering from sleep apnea. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), sleep apnea is a common problem in the U.S. and it affects more than twelve million ...
Views: 604 - Vitamin ABCs: Is Coral Calcium Better Than Other Forms? - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2008 from Gloria MacTaggartCalcium is thought of primarily as the mineral that builds and maintains healthy teeth and bones and prevents osteoporosis. In fact, it does much more than that: The body uses calcium to generate a heartbeat and nerve and muscle function and to perform a host of other urgent biological processes ...
Views: 688 - Detoxification Can Cause a" Healing Crisis" - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2008 from Betty HartA Healing Crisis is also known as the "Herxheimer Reaction". This happens when the body is trying to eliminate toxins at a faster rate than the body can dispose of. If a person's organs ,tissues and cells are very toxic the more severe would be the detoxification, and a healing crisis may ...
Views: 5723 - The Truth About Aloe Vera For Acne - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2008 from Ali MulyadiAcne is a skin problem that very annoying especially for teens. Meanwhile, Aloe Vera has been known and used widely to reduce acne, improve health and skin care. But, does Aloe Vera effective for acne? With so many Aloe Vera products available, how do you choose which one is suitable for you? In ...
Views: 891 - Breast Examination Wedges, Circles and Zig Zag - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2008 from Suzanne EarlyRegular breast examination can save your life, and I firmly believe it helps to know, what is normal for you. Understand your breasts better by doing wedges, circles or zigzag. How do they feel? What do they look like? By knowing that, it means you will notice possible breast changes earlier, ...
Views: 1896 - Nail Fungus - 5 Nail Fungus Myths and Facts - by We are constantly being exposed to misleading information on different subjects, including health-related issues. What is dangerous about this is that if we are convinced and if we take the wrong information as the truth, we would not know the right thing to do. At times, we would choose to do ...
Views: 531 - TMJ: Answers to Your Headaches, Jaw and Facial Pain - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2008 from Dawne SlabachWhat is TMJ? The Temporomandibular Joint connects the lower jaw to the skull and is responsible for the opening and closing of the mouth. The way your teeth fit together can affect the health of the TMJ (jaw joint). If the TMJ is dislocated, this can lead to many unpleasant symptoms as ...
Views: 877 - When to Self Breast Exam? Stick it on My To-do List! - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2008 from Suzanne EarlySelf breast exam, it isn't necessary is it? Oh yes it is. Absolutely. Regular BSE can help you find changes early, and need not be a long, drawn out, dreaded process. So, do you know when to do yours? First, let me briefly recap with the "how to" question. For detailed information and ...
Views: 1009 - Diseases From Flies - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2008 from Sharon BellThe common housefly - Musca domestica - lives for only a few weeks. But in that short time, the adult female can lay as many as 2,000 eggs. In warm weather, those eggs hatch in eight to 10 hours, creating new flies that continue breeding. Flies thrive in moist places where there is garbage and ...
Views: 1472 - Bug-Eyed Monsters - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2008 from Sharon BellOur innate fear of insects and things that crawl in the night was exploited by the early science fiction (SF) writers in the 1940s. These creepy creatures were often portrayed as alien invaders who menaced scantily-clad females - a scene that dominated the garish covers of the SF pulps for a ...
Views: 1140 - The Bugs In Barton's Home - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2008 from Sharon BellWhen John Barton's son moved into his new home in Kent in 1555, he was not alone. Barton's End - as the house was called - had 1,092 tenants; only seven were human. Families of mosquitoes, ants, flies, worms and other insects shared Barton's roof. By 1660, their population rose to 3,000. In ...
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