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- Feeling Dizzy? Read This! - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2008 from Sharon BellLove, they say, makes the world go round. But if you feel like you’re spinning around on a merry-go-round even if you aren’t in love, you probably have vertigo. Vertigo is a type of dizziness felt as a sensa¬tion of whirling around in space or as a spinning room. The person ...
Views: 655 - Understanding Retinal Detachment - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2008 from Sharon BellBothered by the sudden appearance of floaters? Troubled by hazy vision? Check with your doctor fast. You could be suffering from a retinal detachment that can make you blind! The retina is a thin membrane attached to the back of the eye. It carries specialized sense receptors that make vision ...
Views: 590 - Moisturizing Body Lotion - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2008 from jitesh aroraIf you want your skin to be soft,silky and glowing then you should use a natural moisturizing lotion.For a beautiful complexion skin should be hydrated.You can give proper hydration and nutrition to your skin by drinking lot of water and eating green vegetables and fruits.If you are having dry ...
Views: 821 - Natural Body Lotion - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2008 from jitesh aroraIn this article we will try to understand that how you can protect your skin from harmful environmental elements.To make your skin healthy you should eat fruits,vegetables and whole grains.Fruits and vegetables should be eaten as they contain vitamins and minerals which make your skin glowing ...
Views: 1026 - Dry Skin Lotion - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2008 from jitesh aroraDry skin is one of the most common skin problems.Most of the people complain of dry skin in winter season.A person can have dry skin if his body is deficient in essential oils.Essential oils help in the production of sebum which makes the skin moist and healthy.Most common parts of the body ...
Views: 826 - Herbal Body Lotion - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2008 from jitesh aroraIf you want to know about the different type of lotions which are good for your skin then it will be interesting to know the function of skin in our body. Skin is the largest organ of our body which gives us protection from harmful environmental factors. Skin also acts as largest excretory ...
Views: 797(1 vote) - Condoms For Women - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from natisha nelThe function of the female condom is pretty much the same as the male condom. The female condom like its male counterpart serves to block the ejaculated semen from coming into direct contact with the body of the sexual partner in addition to being a block to sexually transmitted infections like ...
Views: 927 - How To Use A Condom - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from natisha nelA condom is commonly understood to be a male contraceptive device used during sexual intercourse. It is a protective sheath covering the erect male penis, thereby physically preventing the ejaculated semen from coming into contact with the body of the sexual partner and as a result preventing an ...
Views: 673 - Various Methods Of Contraception - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from natisha nelContraception is basically the method adopted to stop a pregnancy. Sometimes fear of pregnancy comes in the way sexual enjoyment and fulfillment because it is understood that if the fear is lurking at the back of the mind one cannot give oneself completely and totally to the sexual act, a fact ...
Views: 2941 - PRK and Other Treatment For Recurrent Corneal Erosions - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from Jay StockmanAn injury to the outer layer of the cornea, the Epithelium, usually heals with in a few days, and results in no long term damage. However, if the Epithelium does not fully reattach to the underlying layer, Bowman’s Layer, then that focal point may be a source of future problems. This is called a ...
Views: 1391 - TMJ Treatments - Self-care Practices - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from Steven BrazisOften the problem goes away on its own in several weeks to months. If you have recently experienced TMJ pain and/or dysfunction, you may find relief with some or all of the following therapies: Moist Heat: Moist heat from a heat pack or a hot water bottle wrapped in a warm, moist towel can ...
Views: 1351 - Tooth Development In Children - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from Steven BrazisPrimary teeth are the first teeth that appear in a baby. These teeth start appearing in your child at around six months of age and often, all primary teeth appear by the time your child is three years old.Whenever ages are mentioned in this article, remember that these are guidelines only and if ...
Views: 1499 - What Should You Do If Your Child Has A Dental Problem? - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from Steven BrazisDental problems range in their degree of seriousness. The following tips can prove helpful:Dental problems in children could be hereditary. Regular brushing and flossing may not be enough to prevent serious cavities. Consult your dentist to correct the problem while your child is young. Heredity ...
Views: 1403 - Shopping Healthy - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from Sharon GreenspanThere are a few considerations, or things to be aware of, as a healthy food consumer. Foods are labeled per USDA or FDA requirements. These requirements set minimums and standards. They do not always reflect true ingredients. And some labels have no standardization. For example, “Natural” or ...
Views: 913 - Organic: What Does It Mean? - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from Sharon GreenspanYears ago organic farms had to cease using pesticides or artificial fertilizers for seven years or more to call themselves organic. In 2002 the laws were changed and now the USDA has several classes of organic. Some are entitled to use the official seal, which means that food is grown or raised ...
Views: 2584(1 vote) - Good Health The Feng Shui Way - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from Chriss BarrWhat in the world does feng shui have to do with good health? Isn’t feng shui about interior design? Most people have this impression because feng shui hasn’t been around the United States very long. In fact, Feng shui is realtively new to the United States. It was introduced to us in the ...
Views: 2079 - Preventing Bedsores - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from Sharon BellBedsores are skin ulcers that appear in areas constantly subjected to pressure. Bedridden pa¬tients, those with paralysis and/or spinal cord injuries who can’t change their posi¬tion often develop bedsores at pressure points in the lower back, buttocks, elbows, knees, shoulders, ...
Views: 741 - Shake Off The Shakes - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from Sharon BellYou don't have to be Michael Jackson to experi¬ence tremors or shaking hands. Most people have them at one time or another and their causes are as varied as the moves Jackson can make. If your hands tremble, it could be the result of fatigue or tension. Mine usually does after long hours ...
Views: 915 - Say 'Hi' To Hives - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from Sharon BellThey’re red and itchy. They may last for a few hours or days. They can appear anywhere in the body. They’re hives and they can make your life miserable. Hives are raised, red, itchy areas on the skin brought about by the release of histamines and other chemicals in the body during ...
Views: 788 - Get Rid Of Kidney Stones- Dissolving Kidney Stones With Natural Phosphoric Acid - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2008 from Joe BartonYou have wondered this for weeks, "How can I get rid of kidney stones?" And you are finally at the front gate of discovering the most simple, most effective and most affordable way for dissolving kidney stones naturally. No expensive surgery or treatment required! Can you believe that over 20 ...
Views: 1274 - Preventing Crib Deaths - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2008 from Sharon BellEvery year, in the United States alone, over 8,000 to 10,000 infants die - not because of accidents or infec¬tious diseases; they simply don't wake up from sleep. "This condition is called sudden infant death syn¬drome (SIDS) and it is the most common cause of death during infancy. ...
Views: 607 - What's Best For Goiter - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2008 from Sharon BellGoiter is the swelling of the thyroid gland which commonly occurs in women. It may follow the development of benign nodules or in rare cases may be triggered by benign or malignant tumors or an iodine deficiency. Some people develop goiter as a result of taking certain drugs, especially those ...
Views: 1061 - Do Your Eyes Twitch? - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2008 from Sharon BellIf your eyes twitch in the absence of a pretty woman, you probably have a tic or habit spasm. No, I'm not referring to the bloodsucking insects you'll find in dogs. In medical par¬lance, a tic is the repeated contraction of a group of muscles, especially of the face. This habit is common ...
Views: 898 - Let Go of Guilt - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2008 from Rebecca RengoMany people with chronic pain feel guilty. I did. I must have done something. If I were really a good person this would not be happening to me. Is God punishing me for a past sin? Am I just weak? If I tried harder, did more, would this pain exist? Or is it that I am being selfish? Others ...
Views: 807 - Back Pain, Acupuncture And The Kidney-Intestine Connection - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2008 from Dr. Brett SaksIf you have consistent back pain, then getting the structural alignment checked by a chiropractic physician would be the first thing to do. The initial evaluation would likely include x-rays to see if there is any degeneration or other concerns with the bones and joints of the spine. Next, ...
Views: 857 - Wheat Intolerant? Give Us Our Daily Bread (Or Maybe Not!) - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2008 from Dr. Brett SaksI have found wheat to be one of the most abundant and problematic foods. I believe it to be the single largest contributor to intestinal dysbiosis, parasitic infections, and universal food allergies. Over-consumption and genetically-modified grains are the greatest causes of wheat intolerance ...
Views: 1302 - Medical Schools: How To Choose Which Medical Schools Are Right For You - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2008 from Terje EllingsenSo you have decided that you want to be a doctor. This is one of the most esteemed professions in the world today, as so many people vie for the respect being given to people whose name is preceded with the word Doctor. Medical schools are nothing like other schools out there; it takes a ...
Views: 951 - Proven Health, Fitness And Longevity Solutions For The Body And Mind - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2008 from Sam RobbinsOne the main causes of Cancer is having too much acid in your blood (imbalance of blood PH). In recent years science has discovered that one of the biggest "global" causes of cancer is having too much acid in your blood - an imbalance of blood PH. Your goal should be to "alkalinize" your body ...
Views: 683 - Male Breast Augmentation - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2008 from jitesh aroraTranssexuals who want to enhance the shape and size of their breast most commonly rely on dangerous drugs and steroids. Most of the drugs such as steroids have lot of adverse effects. Visiting doctors and telling them medical history again and again is very embarrassing. Males who are ...
Views: 650 - Breast Augmentation Surgery - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2008 from jitesh aroraIn this article I want to give answers to common questions which are asked commonly by women who want to go under breast augmentation surgery. Keep reading this article if you want to discover answers to common questions about breast augmentation. One of the most common questions which is asked ...
Views: 612 - Texas Breast Augmentation Surgeon - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2008 from jitesh aroraThe first step which should be taken after the decicion to go under breast augmentation surgery is to find a good plastic surgeon. You can visit the site of American Society of Plastic Surgeons and go through the names of plastic surgeons listed there. Be sure that surgeon you are choosing is a ...
Views: 571 - Houston Texas Breast Augmentation - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2008 from jitesh aroraBreast augmentation which is also known as mammoplasty is a surgical procedure which is performed to change the size and shape of the breasts. Women go under mammoplasty due to various reasons. Some women opt for breast augmentation for enhancing the beauty of their breasts and others opt for ...
Views: 632 - Dallas Breast Augmentation Stories - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2008 from jitesh aroraIn this article you will discover the step by step procedure of breast augmentation surgery. The surgery starts with an incision. The incisions are made at some specific places to make them practically invisible after the surgery. The complexity of the surgery depends on the expectations of the ...
Views: 648 - Breast Augmentation Costs - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2008 from jitesh aroraThe cost of the breast augmentation depends on many factors. The cost of the surgery may vary from $3000 to $9000. Person who is going under mammoplasty have to pay additional for anesthesia and other hospital facilities. The cost also depends on the surgeon who is going to perform the surgery. ...
Views: 650 - Another Reason Not To Drink - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2008 from Sharon BellAre you a heavy drinker? Do you love to drown yourself in beer and other hard liquor? If so, prepare to be hit by pancreatitis. Pancreatitis is the inflammation of the pancreas, the large yellow gland behind the stomach which secretes digestive juices and hormones necessary for good health. It ...
Views: 736 - Painful Urination - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2008 from Sharon BellDo you urinate often? Is it a painful experience? Perhaps you have cystitis, a common problem in women. Cystitis is the inflammation of the urinary bladder, the organ which holds urine before it leaves the body. It is caused by bacteria which have entered the bladder via the urethra, the tube ...
Views: 656 - Contact Lenses Linked To Eye Disease - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2008 from Sharon BellContact lenses have helped many people see. But their improper use can lead to a serious eye disease called keratitis. Keratitis is the inflammation of the comea (the clear central portion of the eye). It affects both sexes and can occur in all ages. Causes include a bacterial, viral or fungal ...
Views: 645 - Make The Healthy Lifestyle Commitment! - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2008 from Cliff EgginkYou have taken the important first step on the path to a healthy lifestyle by seeking fundamental health and fitness information from this blog. As the Government Council on Fitness recommends, the next step is to decide that you are going to be physically fit and live a healthier lifestyle. ...
Views: 1975 - The Athletes Deadly Mistake - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2008 from Shane Ellison M.Sc.Most athletes have ignored the warning not to eat sugar. They usually pay more attention to fat and carbohydrates. This mind-set is courtesy of the self-appointed nutrition gurus who promote low fat, high carbohydrate eating plans. This is a deadly mistake. Most low fat, high carbohydrate foods ...
Views: 969 - Hidden Danger Of Cholesterol Lowering Drugs - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2008 from Shane Ellison M.Sc.As an ex-drug chemist, I witnessed how drug side-effects are hidden from patients and doctors by “big Pharma.” Cholesterol-lowering drugs such as Lipitor, Crestor, Pravachol, Zocor and Mevacor serve as poignant examples. Cholesterol-lowering drugs decrease CoQ10 levels within the ...
Views: 989 - 4 Ways To Avoid A Heart Attack - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2008 from Shane Ellison M.Sc.One minute you are enjoying a stroll in the park and the next you feel as if an elephant just stepped on you. Clutching your chest and violently gasping for air, you suffer the eventual outcome of heart disease: a premature heart attack. This can be stopped. The underlying cause of a heart ...
Views: 1029 - World's Largest Meth Lab Guilty For False Advertising To Kids - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2008 from Shane Ellison M.Sc.Methamphetamine (and its chemical cousin amphetamine) is a highly addictive and dangerous Schedule II drug in the United States. Street thugs sell it as meth, poor man’s cocaine, crystal, ice, glass, and speed. They go to jail when caught. Pharmaceutical companies sell it as the ...
Views: 1526 - How To Protect Yourself From The Perfect Poison - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2008 from Shane Ellison M.Sc.If it tastes sweet spit it out, it might be DEG – a deadly ingredient commonly found in cough syrup, toothpaste and even vaccines. So deadly, it single handedly gave rise to the FDA in 1938. But the self appointed watch-dog has failed miserably at protecting the public from this perfect ...
Views: 910 - Leprosy: Rare But Frightening Disease - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2008 from Sharon BellIt has been with us since ancient times. Its very name strikes fear in the hearts of men and women everywhere. That disease is leprosy – a mutilating and incurable illness. Hansen's disease is the polite term for leprosy which is caused by mycobacterium leprae, bacteria closely related to ...
Views: 618 - Multiple Sclerosis: An Unpredictable Disease - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2008 from Sharon BellIn some people, it is a mild illness. In others, it can lead to permanent disability. This is the nature of multiple sclerosis, an unpredictable disease that affects 300,000 people in the United States alone. Myelin is a fatlike substance that covers the nerve fiber found in the brain and ...
Views: 571 - Deadly Skin Disease - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2008 from Sharon BellIt’s neither contagious nor cancerous. But this disturbing skin condition can greatly affect your self-esteem and make it difficult for you to perform your daily activities. In case you’re wondering what I’m talking about, it’s scleroderma – a rare disease that can ...
Views: 718 - Kids Fitness - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2008 from Adam GbsWe all know the benefits of fitness and its importance in living a good life. You need to be fit in order to enjoy everything you do. A person who is healthy and fit both physically and mentally is more efficient and focused on what ever he chooses to do. A fit body is more resistant to diseases ...
Views: 456 - Common Fungal Infections To Avoid - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinIt is not uncommon to find germs, bacteria or fungi growths on your skin and even inside your body. These microbes are harmless residents for as long as their population is kept in check. However, due to several factors, the population of some types of fungi can grow into dangerous proportions ...
Views: 669 - Major Body Organs That Succumb To The Aging Process - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinWith the latest medical and technological breakthroughs, scientists are expecting that there will be an increase in the number of people who will reach the age of 100. In fact, the number of centenarians in the US is estimated to increase fourfold, according to the Census Bureau. This is really ...
Views: 734 - The Wonders Of Fiber - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinMany diseases, especially the serious ones, can actually be prevented if you increase your intake of fiber, that's according to many alternative medicine practitioners. However, the average American diet, which is rich in processed foods, contain little or no fiber at all. In fact, many of us ...
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