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- Home Pollutants That Causes Asthma - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2008 from Sharon BellStaying at home can give you asthma! This is due to indoor pollutants found in homes with fireplaces or in those heated with gas, wood, coal, and kerosene units. Other indoor allergens are household products like paint, paint thinner, and room deodorizers as well as personal hygiene products ...
Views: 669 - Hope For Chronic Pain Sufferers - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2008 from Rebecca RengoAs we begin the New Year, those of us who suffer with chronic pain want hope that this year will be better. We want less pain, improved quality of life and the ability to live as “normal” a life as possible. Those of you who care for us, as both professionals and loved ones want that for us ...
Views: 1043 - Cystoid Macular Edema, NSAIDS And Cataracts - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2008 from Jay StockmanCystoid Macular Edema is a swelling in the central most part of the retina creating small cyst like lesions. It may occur for a number of reasons, but I will concentrate on the incidence occurring following cataract surgery. The standard of care has changed greatly over the years with cataract ...
Views: 1210 - Protect Yourself From Asthma Triggers - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2008 from Sharon BellAsthma triggers are physical, chemical and medical substances that trigger an attack in the supersensitive airways of asthmatics. Because the airways are inflamed, they over-react to normally harmless substances like pollen and animal dander. Most cases of asthma are the result of allergic and ...
Views: 586 - Asthma Signs And Symptoms - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2008 from Sharon BellThe symptoms of asthma vary from person to person and range from mild to severe. For some, an asthma attack or flare-up can be life-threatening. Typical symptoms include shortness of breath, chest tightness, coughing and wheezing. But not all people experience these symptoms. In some, the only ...
Views: 690 - A Killer Called Asthma - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2008 from Sharon BellOver 17 million Americans including 5 million children have it. It kills about 5,000 Americans yearly. It is responsible for 5,000 hospitalizations a year. The culprit: asthma. Asthma is a chronic (long-term) inflammatory disease of the airways that makes breathing difficult. The airways are ...
Views: 718 - Radiosurgery: Brain Surgery Without The Surgery - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2008 from Vantage OncologyWhen tumors show up in the brain, and open surgery is not an option, radiosurgery is often the therapy turned to. Tumors that appear in the brain do so without any known cause. Therefore, the best that can be done is to deal with them when they appear because there is no known method of ...
Views: 531 - Erectile Dysfunction Pills- 6 Secrets Every Man Should Know About Treating E.D. - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2008 from Joe BartonYou have an erectile dysfunction problem and you have finally decided to deal with the issue and go see the doctor. But before you make that dreaded appoint, there are 6 things you should know that could save your permanent health (including eyesight and hearing) and could save you hundreds of ...
Views: 808 - Wanna End Your Pain And Suffering? Try Exercising! - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinThe chronic pain that slowly creeps inside your body can make your movements seem like punishment for you. But what if somebody told you that you need to exercise if you want it to go away? Nope, that somebody is not a knucklehead; rather he's doing you a great favor by telling you what pain ...
Views: 607 - Stop Migraine Pains Now - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2008 from Sharon BellThe comforts and convenience of the modern world has ironically, transformed the lives of millions of people into a living hell. And it’s all because of migraine – a widespread disorder that currently affects over 120 million people worldwide. As cities become more industrialized, ...
Views: 671 - Restore Your Confidence With Dental Implants - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2008 from Sharon BellLosing one or more teeth can be a painful experience for most people. One Norwegian survey found that it was so stressful and comparable to having “trouble with relatives.” The toothless patient has every reason to worry. That person looks older because of his or her shrinking ...
Views: 663 - Relief From Menstrual Cramps - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2008 from Sharon BellEvery month it’s the same old story. You feel bloated and sick. Your lower abdomen and back hurt like hell. There is nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, irritability and nervousness. As the day wears on, things get worse. It’s that time of the month again, and you’re ...
Views: 656 - Natural Urinary Tract Infection Cures- 5 Secrets Your Doctor Isn’t Telling You - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2008 from Joe BartonLet's be honest! Sometime money does make the world turn. Unfortunately, this expression holds true to the medical industry and pharmaceutical industry. Did you know that both of these industries are some of the most lucrative (richest) businesses of the 21st century? That is a reason why ...
Views: 738 - Water As A Healing Agent - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2008 from Patricia LalondeSimply stated, hydrotherapy refers to the use of water, in its various forms and temperatures, to help relieve pain and musculoskeletal disorders. Here I will show you how your bath water, at the correct temperature, can heal or speed up the healing process. I’m confident you will find the ...
Views: 1418 - Side Effects Of Varicose Veins Treatments - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2008 from Sharon BellDo varicose vein treatments like radiosurgery and sclerotherapy have any side effects? Of course they have but these can be minimized at the hands of a skilled doctor. With sclerotherapy that uses injections to shrink swollen veins, a few may suffer from allergic reactions, infection, ...
Views: 940 - Weapons Against Varicose Veins - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2008 from Sharon BellIgnoring varicose veins isn’t wise. In fact, it can be dangerous. "Left untreated for several years the faulty vessels may allow fluid to collect in the ankles, making legs swell, burn, and itch. Rashes and sores may develop. About five percent of these unlucky people also develop small ...
Views: 830 - Winning The War Against Varicose Veins - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2008 from Sharon BellDrs. Rolando T. Corpuz and Larry Roy C. Tojino have a common enemy. Both are vain about varicose veins. And the two have been waging a silent war against this problem for years now. Their position is understandable. Varicose veins affect over 25 million American men and women - a big jump from ...
Views: 1036 - Dental Implants: Key To Winning Smile - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2008 from Sharon BellFor “dental cripples” who are bothered by missing teeth, dentures or bridges may sound like a favorable option. However, these devices don’t look or feel like natural teeth and they can irritate the gums. Healthy adjacent teeth also have to be destroyed to accommodate these ...
Views: 685 - 5 Billion People Have Cavities - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2008 from Sharon BellThe figures are frightening: An estimated five billion people worldwide have dental caries or tooth decay and most children have signs of gingivitis (bleeding gums). Periodontal disease, the major cause of tooth loss, is found in five to 15 percent of most populations. This grim scenario ...
Views: 920 - Natural Remedy For Kidney Stones- 5 Kidney Stone Secrets Doctors Will Not Tell You - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2008 from Joe BartonAre you suffering from kidney stones and the pain is almost pure misery? The pain associated with this disease has been compared to childbirth by some women. And to cap it all off, the medical industry is preying on you and millions of others who suffer from this problem. Have you seen a ...
Views: 1181 - Natural Hypertension Remedy- 8 Tips To Naturally Lower High Blood Pressure - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2008 from Joe BartonWhy should you be concerned about your hypertension (also called high blood pressure) problem? Read these alarming facts about the 'silent killer' of hypertension? About 73 million people in the U.S. have high blood pressure. That means about one and three adults have this deadly disease. ...
Views: 666 - Remedy For Gallstones-Keep Your Gallbladder And Avoid Colon Cancer With 7 Tips - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2008 from Joe BartonDid you know that approximately 500,000 persons will undergo surgery to remove their gallbladder this year simply because of gallstones? And this is considerably low, considering that between 10-15 percent of Americans have been diagnosed with gallstones sometime in their lifetime. But ...
Views: 593 - Herbal Hair Loss Treatment Out In The Market - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2008 from Andrew StrattonPeople across the world suffer from different types of hair loss, for some it start I patches and spreads to other places on the head, and for others it starts with receding hairline. The most common is called alopecea, which is common in both men and women. After visiting a hair expert or ...
Views: 743 - Hair Growth Products - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2008 from Andrew StrattonFor a person suffering from hair loss, the biggest hurdle in their life is promoting hair growth. They might have tried using various products, lotions and creams to vain and almost ready to give you. But there are some products available in the market that have been researched and found to ...
Views: 987 - Osteoporosis And Diabetes: A Match Made From Hell - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2008 from Sharon BellMore than forty million Americans risk having a disease called osteoporosis; and more than half of this number is composed of women. This condition is mainly characterized by weak and thinning bone structures. People who are suffering from osteoporosis are more susceptible to having fractures ...
Views: 704 - The Sleep Tracks Insomnia Natural Treatment - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2010 from Josh WestThe so called “perfect insomnia natural treatment” can be a dime a dozen and cost you quite a bit of your hard earned money through trial and error. I know because I was one of those hopeless people for almost 5 years until I finally found something that worked without the recurring expense. If ...
Views: 1309 - Want To Have Healthy Bones? Then Start Shedding Off Excess Fat - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2008 from Sharon BellMany know that diabetes, cancer, heart disease, and stroke are just some of the conditions that you can suffer from if you are overweight or obese. However, a study has shown that people, especially women, who have a lot of extra body fat have weaker bones than those with normal body fat levels. ...
Views: 580 - Family Road Trips Should Be Fun And Healthy Too - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2008 from Sharon BellNow that Christmas is over, everyone in your family is looking forward to a fun and exciting summer vacation. So as early as now, you should start planning for your summer vacation. And a trip across the country can be the most thrilling summer experience your family can ever have. There has ...
Views: 600 - Lower And Reduce Cholesterol Levels Naturally - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2008 from Jennifer KaysCholesterol is an essential substance that our bodies produce. Cholesterol is a waxy, soft material that is found around the lipids of our bloodstream and in our cells. Good cholesterol is important for our cell membrane formation, our hormones and other functions. However, when our cholesterol ...
Views: 1027 - Asthma Deaths On The Rise - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinThe number of people dying from asthma is growing and hospital admissions are increasing, especially in children. This was revealed by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention which said that the number of people with asthma has increased 75 percent while the death rate has increased ...
Views: 736 - Stroke Affects 15 Million People Worldwide - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinThis year, 15 million people will suffer a stroke. Five million will die and another five million will be permanently disabled. This grim forecast comes from the World Health Organization which said that high blood pressure is responsible for over 12 million strokes worldwide. Other risk ...
Views: 733 - Are You Getting Enough Energy? - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinDo you take vitamins? Is the brand you’re using complete? Does it meet the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) to prevent deficiency diseases and maintain good health? Or are you being short-changed by your vitamin brand that provides only energy? In this day and age where people ...Do ...
Views: 702 - Zombie 101 - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2008 from Mary ErnsbergerIt seems you can't turn on your television without being inundated with commercials for new pharmaceutical drugs. The actor spends about 10 seconds touting the benefits of taking one little pill and the last 20 seconds telling you about the severe and sometimes deadly side effects that may ...
Views: 1516 - Diabetes And The Drugs To Control It Could Shorten Your Life - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2008 from Alexis TrbovichI'm often asked, "How can I live to be 100 years old?" My answer is simple, "Just say no to prescription drugs and learn how to control insulin and blood sugar." Why? Because the populations that live the longest are naturally highly sensitive to insulin. Conversely, those who die the ...
Views: 833 - Dengue Facts And Figures - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinIf there’s one insect that can truly be called a pest, it’s the mosquito. Incredible as it sounds, this tiny insect can cause a host of diseases ranging from malaria, filariasis, yellow fever, and encephalitis (the inflammation of the brain). One of the most common diseases ...If ...
Views: 834 - For Kids, Dengue Can Be Fatal The Second Time Around - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinChildren who get dengue the second time are most likely to suffer from its fatal form - dengue hemorrhagic shock syndrome. This was revealed by Dr. Lilibeth David of the Communicable Disease Control Service of the Department of Health in Manila. “The second bite of the ...
Views: 942 - Beware Of Fake Hemorrhoids Creams - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinSuffering from hemorrhoids? If you think those herbal hemorrhoid creams and lotions will end your misery, forget it! Health authorities said most of these products are useless and some may actually make your problem worse. Questionable ingredients include astringents, lanolin, vitamins, ...
Views: 678 - Remedy For Acid Reflux- Toss The Antacids And Medication And Go Natural - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2008 from Joe BartonDoes this describe you? Popping antacid after antacid! Taking doctor-prescribed medications to end the heartburn! Propping your head up with 5 pillows when you go to bed! And that uncomfortable burning sensation in your throat that returns regularly. Checking to see if your breath smells ...
Views: 1106 - What If Your Immune System Stops Working? - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2008 from Sharon BellImmunodeficiency disorders happen when one or more components of your immune system are missing or when the system is not working as supposed to be. Defects in one's immune system can be congenital or acquired. Either way, having problems with the immune system permits harmful microorganisms to ...
Views: 951 - Soldiers Get Their Job Done By Sacrificing Their Sleep - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2008 from Sharon BellThere is one very important issue in the ongoing war against terror that does not get into the headlines. It is all about the quality of sleep that US soldiers are getting in the frontlines. Reports say that American military personnel serving in Iraq and Afghanistan are staying wide awake ...
Views: 715 - Protect Yourself From Meningococcemia - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinIt occurs suddenly and spreads rapidly. It can affect anyone. It’s called meningococcemia and you could be its next victim! Meningococcemia - also known as mmeningococcal septicemia, meningococcal blood poisoning or meningococcal bacteremia - is a rare disease caused by the presence of ...
Views: 1268 - Are You Ready For SARS? - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinSARS can strike anyone. It can kill in a matter of days. And there’s no cure for it. When Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) first made headlines in 2002, the world wasn’t prepared for it. Within weeks, the infection had spread worldwide thanks to unsuspecting travelers who ...
Views: 692 - Getting The Energy You Need - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinEnergy. It propels the basketball player to endure the game, score points, and win. It helps the busy executive reach his or her desired goals and cope with hectic schedules almost effortlessly. It turns the plain homemaker into a Super Mom to take care of her home and family. It enables the ...
Views: 606 - Manufacturing Sickness Through The Food Supply! - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2010 from Darlene TablerHave you ever considered just how much our diets have changes over the last 50 to 100 years, or how much our health is connected to the types of food we consume. With the majority of us eating on the run and looking for a quick way to produce a meal for our families, we thought it would be ...
Views: 1719 - When Baldness Is Permanent - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinIf you’ve waited long enough and your hair doesn’t grow back, chances are your baldness is permanent. Permanent baldness is classified into two types: scarring and non-scarring baldness. Scarring baldness occurs after a severe bacterial or fungal infection, tuberculosis, or an ...
Views: 2812 - Baldness: A Hair-raising Problem - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinBothered by baldness? There’s an organization for you! It’s called the Bald Headed Men of America and it’s open to “qualified” persons who have lost their hair. Founded in 1974 by John T. Capps III, this special club is based in North Carolina and boasts of over ...
Views: 805 - Why People Become Bald - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinAre you becoming bald? Don’t panic. It’s not the end of the world yet. Before you blame your barber or hairdresser, try to find the cause of your problem. Baldness can either be temporary or permanent. Temporary hair loss can occur one to three months after a high fever or severe ...
Views: 756 - How To Improve Your Eyesight With Vision-Enhancing Foods - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2008 from Michael LeeImproving your eyesight can be as simple as any other healthy habit. And you don’t have to pay expensive fees to your doctor to know how to improve your eyesight naturally. Following a healthy diet can do a lot in improving your eyesight. But you must learn about the different nutrients ...
Views: 854 - Green Tea For Weight Loss, Anti Aging And Health - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2008 from Jennifer KaysWe have all heard others talking about the great health benefits of green tea. Few of us, until recently, have known that green tea has been used as a medicine in China for at lest 4,000 years to treat everything from pain to depression. Recent scientific research in Japan and other Asian ...
Views: 1041 - Flu, Flu Go Away And Never Come Back! - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2008 from Sharon BellOne common illness that can really knock you off your feet is influenza, or what is known as flu. The symptoms of this highly infectious disease include nasal congestion, severe headache, fatigue, coughing, sore throat, fever, and aches all around the body. Flu, which not only affects human but ...
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