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- What Are Asthma Causes And Types - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2007 from Evelyn LimYou may be wondering what the various asthma causes are, if you are a sufferer. You find that your asthmatic respiratory condition often leave you terribly weakened with difficulty in breathing, gasping for breath and sometimes coughing. Your symptoms can have a negative impact on the quality ...
Views: 1178 - Naturally Treat High Blood Pressure- Treat Hypertension, Shed Weight and Increase Sex Drive - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2007 from Joe BartonIt seems like the later I stay up at night, the more educational the television shows become. Recently I found a show called "The Truth about Food' on the Discovery Channel. I immediately kept flipping but later returned to the show after feeling a little guilty from a late night snack. It ...
Views: 711 - Knowing Your Massages - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2007 from Kristien WilkinsonA massage is one of the requisite services offered in a typical vacation or day spa. It's relaxing, relieves your body of stress and muscle pain, and will definitely put you on a sound, uninterrupted sleep. A spa's menu of services usually contains a wide selection of massages, from simple ones ...
Views: 1261 - Live Well With Green Foods - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2007 from Jennifer KaysWe have always heard that we need to eat our greens, but we are just now discovering how vital the health benefits of green foods are to our living well. Naturopaths have recommended the use of green foods to enhance the treatment of diseases such asthma, candida, lupus, HIV and many others. ...
Views: 959 - Highly Contagious Skin Parasites - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2007 from Richard KuhnsThere are several highly contagious skin parasites and once you are unfortunate enough to catch them, even your doctor won't know what to do. You can catch these skin parasites by trying on clothing, sitting in a chair, or as one person claims from sitting across from an infected person. ...
Views: 20532 - Naturally Dissolve Gallstones- Cancel Your Gallbladder Surgery Tomorrow - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2007 from Joe BartonGallbladder Surgery! I have had only a couple surgeries in my life but I never get too excited to get sliced open by a doctor. And if you or a loved one suffers from gallstones; chances are you do not have to step foot in the operating room. Why? First, let me explain who I am. My name is ...
Views: 3440 - Complications of Blepharitis - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2007 from Jay StockmanBlepharitis is the inflammation of the lids. It may have several etiologies and can result in many secondary conditions that are detrimental to ocular health. Patients often present with inflammation and redness of either the anterior, posterior or both areas of the lids. In addition, there is ...
Views: 1798 - Erectile Dysfunction (ED) Pills- Is Losing Your Eyesight Worth the Risk? - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2007 from Joe BartonDid you know that there is a specific website to file a claim for losing your eyesight after taking a popular erectile dysfunction (ED) pill? (And for some reason it is getting more traffic than city rush-hour.) If you are over the age of 30 and have been considering treatment for an ...
Views: 1190 - Take Charge Of Your Health: Chemical Well-Being - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2007 from Darrin RobertsonTake Charge of Your Health: Chemical Well-Being Part Three of a Four Part Series By Dr. Darrin Robertson, D.C. www.yourhub.com What is Chemical Well-Being? We began by exploring the meaning of health. My inspiration in taking the time to write these articles is to stimulate conversations ...
Views: 449 - Clear The Skin of Those Who Suffer From Acne - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2007 from infoyogis technologiesThe purpose of the Cellex-C Clear Complexion Complex is to clear the skin of those who suffer from acne. Pros: The idea of Cellex-C Clear Complexion Complex is to create a skin environment that is not acne friendly; that is, an environment that is actually hostile to the bacteria that causes ...
Views: 984 - Differentiating Herpes Simplex Keratitis - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2007 from Jay BHerpes is caused by an Epstein-Barr virus and is often confused with other organisms as the etiology of Keratitis. Most often a patient will present with red, painful eyes that can be caused by many things. Careful examination is required to properly diagnose and then treat these ...
Views: 679 - What's In A Filling? - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2007 from Jeremiah LewisFillings What's in a Filling? Fillings, known clinically as amalgams, are synthetic materials that are used to restore a portion of a tooth damaged by decay or traumatic injury. There are different types of materials used to fill cavities, including gold and metal alloys. Conventional ...
Views: 815 - Healthy Weight Loss Program - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2007 from Michael MalegaThe present article has been read by many of our visitors and greatly appreciated. Hopefully you will enjoy it likewise. For anyone who wishing to lose weight, a healthy weight loss programme is a must. Settling for anything less than a healthy weight loss program can lead you down the wrong ...
Views: 1011 - Natural Urinary Tract Infection Cure- Is Natural Health The New Starbucks - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2007 from Joe BartonI read an interesting article today about how Starbucks continues to dominate every corner in almost every city. The writer goes on to talk about how Starbucks has created a monopoly because of their cutting edge creativity, quality and satisfied customers. And that makes sense! I love ...
Views: 814 - Evaluating Your Options and Choosing Integrative Treatment - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2007 from FSB AuthorsIt may seem that we have a long way to go before most people have access to truly integrative cancer treatment. Academic medical centers have not yet sufficiently integrated CAM services into their conventional care models. According to research by Dr. David Eisenberg and his colleagues at the ...
Views: 759 - Omega 3 & 6 Essential Fatty Acids: The Good Fat - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2007 from Jennifer KaysWe have gotten a great deal of information warning us about our intake of fat. We have been told for a long time that fats are bad. Food store shelves are full of “fat-free” foods. We have not gotten enough information about good fats. The good fats that are essential for us to ...
Views: 1880 - The Weight Loss and Exercise Success Mindset - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2007 from Larina KaseI went to a particularly challenging Pilates class which got me thinking about exercise and success. I've been going to Pilates once or twice weekly for about six months now, and wow, is it tough. But I'm actually starting to feel stronger (and less sore the next day), which is exciting. And ...
Views: 1068 - Natural Gout Cure: Cure Gout, Lose Weight and Decrease Heart Disease - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2007 from Joe BartonA few years ago, my friend Greg approached me about his arthritic problem of gout! He told me about his daily battle with the pain associated with gout! He also mentioned how going to bed (typically when a gout attack occurs) was more like a chore than a pleasure! Can you relate with Greg? ...
Views: 680 - Naturally Treat Acid Reflux- Cure Heartburn, Lose Weight, Heighten Sex Drive - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2007 from Joe BartonIn the last few months, I have been reading hundreds of testimonials from my acid reflux customers. And one thing stuck out to me, the link between curing acid reflux and losing weight. I have never even considered this! And after reviewing some hundred + testimonials, I noticed how so many ...
Views: 1181 - Shingles Treatment Information and Education - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2007 from Jen CarterThe chicken pox disease is not so innocent after all, at least the virus that is behind this disease. Though modern science, particularly medical science has progressed rapidly in the last couple of decades, but even today, a virus once it makes the human body its host, cannot be permanently ...
Views: 991 - Increase Your Weight Loss Success - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2007 from Ashton TimmonsObesity is rising at a rapid rate that has turned into a global problem. There are more than one billion people overweight and 300 million obese worldwide. Over the past 25 years obesity has increased dramatically. It was very unusual to see a 300lb person 25 years ago. Today it is very common ...
Views: 489 - Diabetes Research And Information. - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2007 from Ivan HinceFor years now countless billions have been spent on Diabetes research, and everyone who has been involved in this research hoped to be able to find the magical cure that would help all those that suffer with the dreaded diabetes disease. Doctors have known for years about Diabetes and they know ...
Views: 968 - What Is Health? - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2012 from Brandon RaynorWhat is Health? Health is a very ill defined term. In the Western World many people see health as a black and white concept. You are healthy unless you have a disease. Many people even go to a doctor with some conditions that the doctor can’t identify as a disease and the doctor will send ...
Views: 926 - Glaucoma Evaluation And Treatment - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2007 from Jay StockmanGlaucoma is a disease that damages the optic nerve inside the eye resulting in blindness if untreated. There is a genetic predisposition for the disorder, but there are other factors that contribute to the type of Glaucoma and severity of the disease. Routine eye exams should always include a ...
Views: 1011 - Can't Lower Your Blood Sugar? - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2007 from Bob HeldLearn why and what you can do about it! Diabetics are often given contrary information on what is the correct diet or even what types of food are best for the diabetic condition. Here is an article that clearly shows the reason and need for a low carbohydrate diet: "All carbohydrates are ...
Views: 1469 - Do You Breathe Correctly? - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2007 from Ben WIlsonBreathing technique overview and breathing exercises When we breathe naturally and efficiently we use only the diaphragm to draw air into the lungs (belly breathing). Inefficient breathing is characterised by expanding the ribs to draw the air in and therefore leaving the lower third of the ...
Views: 863 - Naturally Lower High Blood Pressure- Lower HBP, Increase Sex Drive, and Lose Weight - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2007 from Joe BartonIsn't there some cliché that states, "All good things come in threes'? I never really thought of this until one late-night channel surf brought me to a show called 'The Truth about Food' on the Discovery Channel. The six part series discusses how food can help improve your overall health. And ...
Views: 1138 - Natural Gallstones Cures- What You Should Know Before Gallbladder Surgery - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2007 from Joe BartonYou have gallstones and you are scheduled for a gallbladder surgery. Though a little nervous you are ready to be done with gallstones. But wait; there is something you should know. Gallbladder surgery increases your risk of bowel cancer! Why? After removing your gallbladder, acidic bile ...
Views: 2101 - Natural Ways of Addressing Celiac Disease and Gluten Sensitivity - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2007 from Rita LouiseCeliac Disease, celiac sprue or gluten sensitive enteropathy is an autoimmune disorder of the small intestines. In our bodies, the small intestine is responsible for the absorption of the foods we eat. When someone with Celiac Disease ingests foods that contain gluten, the body produces ...
Views: 1478 - Anthocyanins Found In Purple Corn May Protect Against Colon Cancer - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2007 from Augusto EllacuriagaOn August 19, 2007 the Ohio State University released an article titled “Compounds that color fruits and veggies may protect against colon cancer”. Monica Giusti, the lead author of the study and an assistant professor of food science at Ohio State University, wrote “a new ...
Views: 655 - Use Braces NYC and Always Have A Grin On Your Face - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2007 from Erzana JonesYour smile is the reflection of your personality and it says so much about you. It is the common way to communicate your feelings no matter what language you speak or which place you belong to. Many people have low confidence just because they feel that their smile is not impressive enough. As ...
Views: 664 - Natural Kidney Stones Treatment- How Phosphoric Acid Could Eliminate Kidney Surgery - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2007 from Joe BartonDiscomfort! Pain! Torture! Imagine a world where kidney stone surgery does not exist! Imagine being able to eliminate the almost one-half million hospital visits for kidney stones each year. Imagine saving thousands of dollars and not having to worry about kidney stone surgery ever again. ...
Views: 2051 - A Letter To My New Doctors - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2007 from Zelle NelsonA Letter to My New Doctors by Maureen K. McCarthy featured in WNC Woman Magazine - October 2005 I was a member of a women's group many years ago where our first couple of meetings included telling "the story" of our life in order to better understand where each woman was coming from. When I ...
Views: 466 - Caffeine Comfort--Making the Switch to Green Tea Work - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2007 from Stan DiCarloCaffeine. America’s most popular drug. It helps keep us going. But taken form strong sources such as coffee and caffeinated soft drinks, we also experience the downside—irritability, stomach upset followed by tiredness and eventually the desire to have more caffeine. Like most Americans I love ...
Views: 784 - How To Use Water For Natural Stress and Pain Relief - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2007 from Jennifer KaysWe all experience some form of stress in our lives. Clinically, stress is a negative element that can threaten our physical and emotional health. One form of stress can diminish our resistance to other forms of stress. Therefore, stress seems to take on a momentum or it’s own i.e. stress ...
Views: 974 - The Best Exercises for Joint Pain Patients - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2007 from Paula SandersJust because you are plagued with joint pain doesn’t mean you have to leave exercise behind – there are plenty of ways to improve your health and fitness without causing extra discomfort. Exercise can strengthen the muscles around joints and help maintain bone strength. Throughout the day, a ...
Views: 937 - 17 Reasons Why Men Should Keep Low Body Fat - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2007 from Donald Mckenzie JrMen around the world are just as self conscious about their body image as women. However, keeping low body fat is not just for looks, it is also important for health. Here are the 17 reasons why men need to keep low body fat: 1) As you age your metabolism slows down drastically. This ultimately ...
Views: 728 - Gastric Bypass Surgery – What Can It Do For You? - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2007 from Mumtaz PachisaSome people have gastric bypass surgery and shed 100 pounds or more. What can this surgery do for you? To answer this question, you will first need to know what gastric bypass surgery is and how it helps you lose weight. A gastric bypass surgery also known as Roux en-Y surgery is a medical ...
Views: 797 - Clear Braces: Say Goodbye To All Your Dental Embarrassment - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2007 from Erzana JonesOne of my favorite quotes has always been, “You haven’t lost your smile at all, it’s right under your nose. You just forgot it was there.” The saying reflects our attitude most of the time when we are too busy concentrating on the imperfections of life. So much are we ...
Views: 797 - Naturally Treat Urinary Tract Infection- How Berries Beat the UTI Bacteria - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2007 from Joe BartonI read this short inquisitive e-mail the other day, "You're telling me that I can cure my urinary tract infection in just 12 hours… guaranteed?" That's it… one question and a name. I immediately wrote Rachel back and responded with a "YES!" and gave her a short science lesson on how ...
Views: 876 - 5 Benefits of Exercise for Diabetics - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2007 from Donald Mckenzie JrType 1 and 2 diabetes is a major deal in the United States. Statistics show that more than 14.6 million people are diagnosed with diabetes each year. There are many ways to fight this disease, however, many people simply give up. Exercise has been proven to treat diabetes along with proper diet. ...
Views: 747 - Clearing Your Vagina: The Candida Cure - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2007 from Dina BartonOne of the more unpleasant experiences that a woman can have is a Candida yeast infection. If you have found yourself facing a Candida yeast infection, you may be wondering what Candida cure is most effective. Through this article you are provided with an overview of the most effective Candida ...
Views: 838 - Finding Balance With The 7 Aspects of Wellness - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2007 from Mark HolyFinding Balance With The 7 Aspects of Wellness There is a simple road map that can guide you on the journey toward more balanced living. The 7 Aspects of Wellness are your key to harmonizing all the major life areas that work together to create a whole and complete life. Balance is based in ...
Views: 13345(4 votes) - Osteoporosis Symptoms - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2007 from Ivan HinceIn this article I would like to cover the subject of Osteoporosis symptoms, and what to look out for and at what age. With most people you’re never too young to think about what causes Osteoporosis as it can affect young people as well as the old. In most cases it tends to affect women ...
Views: 963 - Play It Safe To Avoid Back Pain - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2007 from Sharon BellBack muscles get strained, disks degenerate, and nerves are pinched. That’s what happens when you have back pain, a common complaint among athletes. Causes range from a strain, muscle overuse or a more ominous condition such as a herniated disc. "What has emerged in much greater numbers ...
Views: 618 - Kick Off Misaligned Teeth With Braces New York - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2007 from Erzana JonesWith the cosmetic industry growing enormously, it has become essential to look good and feel beautiful. And with so many options available then how is it possible that one does not look great! Well, we all take good care our body and mind, but at times neglect our smile because of various dental ...
Views: 791 - 3 Step Guide To Treat Yeast Infection - Battling the Burn - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2007 from Dina BartonIf you are like many, many women the world over, you may have found yourself confronting an uncomfortable yeast infection. In this regard, you likely find yourself experiencing discomfort and a burning sensation in and around your vagina. In addition, chances are you also have to experience an ...
Views: 727 - Keywords to Lose Weight - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2007 from Sharon BellThere is no fast way to lose weight but certain keywords can do wonders for your body. These are replace, swap, less, smaller, stop, avoid, and cut. These words sound better than do’s and don’ts. The healthiest way to lose weight is not by crash dieting or extreme bursts of ...
Views: 715 - Eczema Herpeticum Dangers And Risks - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2007 from Evelyn LimAs an eczema sufferer or if you are prone to getting itchy, dry and sensitive skin, then it is important that you also learn about eczema herpeticum dangers. I have had eczema all my life and only know of this condition being non life threatening mostly. So I am pretty surprised to also find ...
Views: 4004 - Enhanced Classroom Learning with Brain Exercises & Brain Gym - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2007 from Diana EnnenAn innovative program designed to teach students to activate their brains through specific body movements is helping children throughout the world be better prepared to learn. With back to school in full swing now, this is welcomed news for both educators and students alike. The program, ...
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