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- Bооѕt Health and Prоduсtіvіtу Wіth a Wеllnеѕѕ a Prоgrаm - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2020 from Wajahat AliOvеr thе lаѕt 20 уеаrѕ, wе hаvе seen thе еmеrgеnсе оf a mаjоr trеnd in Nоrth Amеrіса: еmрlоуее hеаlth аnd wellness are ѕuffеrіng. In Cаnаdа аnd thе Unіtеd Stаtеѕ, there hаvе been аlаrmіng іnсrеаѕеѕ of hуреrtеnѕіоn, dіаbеtеѕ аnd оbеѕіtу. Bеtwееn 1994 and 2005, thе rаtеѕ оf аrtеrіаl hypertension ...
Views: 450(1 vote) - CAFFEINE-FREE FOR OPTIMUM HEALTH - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2011 from Jeffrey RoseAnyone in recovery desires several things. You want to remain free of the drug you had been using and you want to alleviate the negative physical and emotional conditions that were created by that addiction. Hopefully, you also want to lead a healthier life in general. In order to move along a ...
Views: 1880(2 votes) - CAN A LUNG SCAN SCREENING BE A ‘LIFE OR DEATH’ DECISION? - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2010 from Paul JensenAccording to the American Cancer Society most people with lung cancer have NO symptoms. Therefore, American’s traditional habit of seeking a doctor’s help only when they are feeling ill is failing patients with lung cancer. Currently only 15% of lung cancers in the U.S. are caught in the ...
Views: 954(1 vote) - Can Acai Juice Benefit Arthritis? - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2010 from Dorota AntosikCan Acai juice have a positive effect on arthritis? Anyone who has experienced Arthritis knows how devistating it can be. Almost everyone knows someone who has grappled with this dire condition. Just watching someone with this disease can be painful. Unfortnuately, there is no cure for ...
Views: 3261(1 vote) - Can music really reduce STRESS? - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2006 from Paul ShearstoneOne need not know how to read or write music to understand and appreciate it or comprehend its unmistakable beauty and therapeutic benefits… Paul Shearstone 2002 ………………… In my research to find more ways to promote better health by relieving tension and stress, I happened on to a tape that spoke ...
Views: 1176(1 vote) - Can Raspberries Save You From Oral Cancer? - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2012 from Marielaina PerroneOral cancer affects approximately 40,000 people in the United States each year. Oral Cancer kills one person every hour, every day totaling about 8,000 deaths per year. Only a little Can Black Raspberries Stop Oral Cancer? more than half of those 40,000 diagnosed, will be alive in 5 years. ...
Views: 1144(1 vote) - Can talk therapy treat your mental health? - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWhen issues and problems in our lives arise, we all have that go-to person or group of people we reach out to. It could be our family, our friends or even our co-workers. We reach out to these individuals for support and feedback and sometimes just for a listening ear. Even though these ...
Views: 827(1 vote) - Can Tickling Dramatically Improve Your Health? - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2010 from Hal WechslerCan Tickling Dramatically Improve Your Health? Is Nature wasteful or thrifty? Evolution uses the same structures by Adaptation for human survival over the millennia. You read that fish gills evolved into the human face and neck, while dinosaurs with tiny feathers evolved into present day ...
Views: 12177(5 votes) - Candida: Why You Need to Know If You Have It and What To Do - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2011 from Pamela LevinCandida: What Is It? Candida is a yeast infection and can occur anywhere in your body - in local tissues such as eyes, mouth, ears, vaginal tract, urethra, prostate, breast - and also throughout your entire system. If it is systemic, it can cause a variety of symptoms, some of them merely ...
Views: 1297(1 vote) - CAN’T HAVE A COMFORT SLEEP? MAYBE IT’S YOUR MATTRESS. - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2019 from Kylie JenIt is really important to know the type of mattress you are sleeping on, it answers all the uneasiness and wrenching pain you feel while you sleep or when you wake up. Now when going to shop for a perfect mattress, it seems like a task of a few minutes as there is no worry about the patterns and ...
Views: 723(1 vote) - Cardiac Arrest: How you can help - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2022 from John CarterWitnessing a heart attack in your immediate vicinity or among your family members can be daunting, leaving you stunned and helpless. Heart attacks have become extremely common — One in five cardiac episodes occur silently — especially among young people, with several possible causes. However, ...
Views: 364(1 vote) - Cardiovascular system facts - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Jacky SmithHuman body consists of many organs that are useful to carry out the functions of the body properly. All organs in the body are very much essential for normal functioning of the human body. In the similar manner, cardiovascular system is the most essential part of the body. It comprises of three ...
Views: 1189(1 vote) - Caring for Aging Parents in Today's Busy World: How to Make it Work - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2018 from Catherine PalmerOur parents spent their adulthood raising us. When we're young, it never occurs to us that one day our parents may need us the same way we needed their guidance and support as a child or teenager. As people age, they face new challenges in life, challenges related to their health, mobility, ...
Views: 1414(1 vote) - Carpet Steam Cleaning And Allergies - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2023 from mani duttaCarpet steam or vapor cleaning is the newest addition to the various techniques that are being used to clean surfaces, carpets, upholstery, and mattresses. This method is preferred by one and all as it is easy to process and handle and it helps to clean the surfaces with leaving and long-lasting ...
Views: 771(1 vote) - Causes of Erectile dysfunction and natural solutions - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2013 from Prof. George GrantCauses of erectile Dysfunction [ED] problems: Erection problems are not always related to erectile dysfunction per se. Other factors related to his physical and emotional health can lead to temporary issues in the bedroom, including: 1. Alcohol use – While a drink or two can help to break the ...
Views: 1989(1 vote) - CBD Oil: Uses and Benefits - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2019 from Shishir Del RioWhat is CBD oil? CBD is one of the more than 60 cannabinoids that can be extracted from cannabis. CBD oil can be obtained in various forms, liquid, cream and even as chewable. Its best-known compound of cannabis and its main psychoactive ingredient is tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). CBD is not a ...
Views: 8081(1 vote) - CBD Tinctures – your guide to “tinctures” and how to effectively use them - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2019 from Jaclyn TengIndividuals who suffer from pain and symptoms of disease and disability are finding hemp-based therapeutic products to be effective in treating the symptoms of their ailments. But before we dig into that, let’s first be clear: the FDA doesn’t allow us to claim that CBD can treat, prevent or ...
Views: 1803(1 vote) - Chemist Discovers Rheumatoid Arthritis Is All In Your Head! - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2011 from Kurt Prach“Fillings” in your mouth may be causing Disease. There are many contributing factors that influence rheumatoid arthritis. One is Amalgam Mercury “Fillings” and other is preservatives. Sometimes we overlook preservatives in our foods because were too busy or just believe it must be ...
Views: 2283(1 vote) - Chest Infections, Asthma & Allergy - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2010 from John LaurusonisChest Infections, Asthma & Allergy Bronchitis is an infection/inflammation that can be caused by viral, bacterial, mycoplasmic, rickettsiae, parasitic or allergic reaction in origin. This affects the big, main air transportation tube systems of the lung all the way to the smallest tubal at ...
Views: 2311(1 vote) - Chlamydia and Sexually Transmitted Infections - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2010 from John LaurusonisChlamydia and Sexually Transmitted Infections All physicians want every sexually active patient to know and understand that one of the most prevalent Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD) is Chlamydia. It occurs in about an estimated 4 million patients per year. The second most common is ...
Views: 750(1 vote) - Choose Between Death Or Change - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2014 from Richard ClarkeMost people actually choose to die than to change their behaviour - fact. I know that is a strong statement but after reading this short article hopefully you will be able to see where I am coming from. So what about you? Are you UNABLE to stop eating or drinking booze? If so, don’t ...
Views: 1369(1 vote) - Cinnamon: Spice or Medicine? - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2012 from Cheryl Felder-BrannonEver look to your spice cabinet as your medicine cabinet? Ever have a doctor tell you to take some cinnamon and call him in the morning? I’m sure the first question got a couple of positive nods but none, nada, zip for the second question right. Today I’d like to discuss cinnamon’s health ...
Views: 1822(1 vote) - Cleansing Foot Bath: Is It as Impressive as It Said? - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Regina SetzlertThrough the rise to recognition of the so-called ionic and detoxifying foot baths, producers themselves give their distributors charts that are color coded to supposedly compare the color of the water after a session to a corresponding ailment the participant has. Sellers market these ...
Views: 506(1 vote) - CO-ENZYME Q10 the miracle in every human cell - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Daniel ClementineWHAT A DOCTOR HAS TO SAY ABOUT CO-ENZYME Q10 (Co-Q10) Co-enzyme Q10: Miracle Nutrient of the New Millennium Arthur M. Echana, MD, ND, MACNEM (Member of Australasian College of Nutritional & Environmental Medicine) What is Co-enzyme Q10? CoQ10 (Ubidecaronene, Ubiquinone, Ubiquinone-50) is a ...
Views: 3138(1 vote) - Coconut Oil Bliss - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2017 from Pixie ForestHow Many Uses Can One Unassuming Oil Have?! As I sit here and write, my mouth feels FRESH from having just brushed my teeth with coconut oil. Yep, I start the oil pulling process by brushing. Its really quite weird that an oil can freshen the mouth, but it does. It also seems odd to get ...
Views: 1282(1 vote) - Colon Cancer Survival Rate- Only the Fittest Survives - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2011 from you haiColon cancer is actually a severe illness. Usually, individuals who have colon cancer take a really challenging road because they live in uncertainty and in that path, recovery just isn't usually a possibility. A great deal of us have heard about colon cancer but you will find really couple of ...
Views: 843(1 vote) - Combating Today’s Gonorrhea: From Diagnosis to Treatment - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2012 from slava fuzayloffIt seems as if new sicknesses and diseases pop up overnight—especially sexually transmitted diseases. There always seems to be a scare in the media about something new and dangerous. While this may be daunting and true, let’s not forget the old faithful, the ODs—or original diseases. These too, ...
Views: 764(1 vote) - Comfortable Dental Care: Pain-Free Dentistry by the Best Dentist in India - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2023 from Vipin NirwalIntroduction: Dental anxiety or fear of pain is a common concern that prevents many individuals from seeking the dental care they need. At Dentally.in, we understand the importance of providing a comfortable and pain-free dental experience to ensure our patients' well-being and promote ...
Views: 342(1 vote) - Common Anxiety Medications - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Danica SusanEveryone knows what anxiety is like – the feeling when you are about to have a difficult test, when you are going to have a presentation in for your big boss, when you are having family problems that are quite hard to solve and other similar situations. Anxiety is but a normal feeling but when ...
Views: 1541(1 vote) - Common Complications With Hernia Mesh - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2018 from Lora YoungThere are very few medical conditions that can leave you breathless with pain like a hernia can. Thousands of patients require surgery each year for their hernia issues. The most common type of surgery involves the use of medical mesh that helps to support the tissue where the hernia has ...
Views: 890(1 vote) - Common Monsoon Diseases: Symptoms and Prevention - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2020 from Rea SetiaThe monsoon season is often referred to as the season joy as it provides relief to people from the scorching heat of the sun. However, it is also the season of dampness and humidity that can aggravate the risk of various infectious diseases. Health experts assert that the monsoon season ...
Views: 445(1 vote) - Common side effects of sedation medications - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from drhawary ddsSedatives are often used in the field of dentistry to make the patient sleepy so that he or she doesn't experience any pain during the procedure. Sedatives are a good choice if the patient has severe dental phobia or anxiety problems. Some of the common sedatives used in the field of dentistry ...
Views: 1229(1 vote) - Compare Traditional Colonoscopy with Virtual Colonoscopy - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Paul JensenA traditional colonoscopy is an unpleasant procedure for any patient. Medical guidelines recommend that everyone should be screened annually beginning at age fifty. Unfortunately, many chose to postpone this vital test until symptoms force them to seek medical aid. Only 37% of current ...
Views: 1012(1 vote) - Compound or Isolation Exercises for Overall Muscle Building? - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2010 from Rafi Bar-LevLike most teenagers who know nothing about putting on muscle, when I first started working out at the gym I didn't do one compound exercises. Unsurprisingly - I also didn't see any real results besides being able to "curl well". Why? Because isolation exercises just don't cut it if you want to ...
Views: 2108(1 vote) - Comprehensive Cavity Checklist: How to Tell If You Have One - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2022 from John CarterThe word "Cavity" is well known to everyone. Probably nine out of ten people will be acquainted with this word or may already be dealing with it. Even though learning about cavities isn't your favorite subject, becoming more knowledgeable about them might encourage you to maintain proper oral ...
Views: 346(1 vote) - Comprehensive Employee Wellness Programming To Control Your Rising Health Care Costs - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2010 from Ken KaufmanEmployer sponsored health insurance premiums have risen 131% in the past ten years. What plans do you have in place to control the projected increases in the future? While decreasing overall benefits may be a short-term solution, it is clear that this strategy could severely undermine the ...
Views: 1549(1 vote) - Conditions Treated with Oral Surgery: - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2012 from Said Mangui AdumWhat is oral surgery? Oral surgery is extremely important when functional dental concerns such as keeping your natural teeth, correcting congenital growth issues, controlling serious oral disease and treating significant trauma-related injuries that supersede esthetics require the immediate ...
Views: 2304(1 vote) - Congregational Care Begins With Small Group Leader's Prayer Life - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Lisa CopenAs you begin to make plans for starting an illness support group in your church or community, it can be easy to forget to pray, even about the simple things that have to do with your group. Although you may have the best of plans, it will all be pointless if you do not first have a daily walk ...
Views: 1514(1 vote) - Considering Dental Implants? - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Yani McConnellImportant Facts to Help Make Your Decision Many people are unaware of the consequences of losing their teeth or the effects of wearing partial or full dentures upon their jaws and bones. When teeth are lost, the surrounding bone immediately begins to shrink [atrophy]. Implant treatment, for ...
Views: 1009(1 vote) - Contact lenses for children? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2011 from Sheila MorganThe last part of the "contact lenses series" is about children. Because some of you have them and me... I just love them. Ar first I thought "contact lenses for children? Perfect!". You can never get them to wear glasses because other kids laugh at them, they will eventually break any kind of ...
Views: 718(1 vote) - Corpses And Daydreams - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2008 from Stacy Kamala WaltmanDepending upon one’s dexterity, there are many yoga postures which are considered to be beyond our current physical capacity like the sitting position of Full Lotus or the flexibility and strength required in the yogic posture of Pincha Mayurasana - Forearm Stand. Aside from yoga, if I asked ...
Views: 958(1 vote) - Cosmetic Dentistry Alternative - Snap-on Smile - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2012 from Marielaina PerroneThere is a new weapon in the arsenal of the cosmetic dentist. That weapon is the Snap-On Smile. This a quick and easy way to get that Hollywood smile makeover you always dreamed of but were afraid or unable to have the work done. Snap-on Smile is a great cosmetic solution without the typical ...
Views: 2250(1 vote) - Cracking the Biologic Code of Cancer - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Charlie Schwengel, DO, DO(H)Cancer Does Not "Strike" at Random. The Appearance of Cancer Always Has a Reason and a Cause. We live in natural bodies. The development, growth and appearance of the tumors that become diagnosed as “cancer” is a natural process; it is not random or malicious act of Nature. In reality, in ...
Views: 834(1 vote) - Cultivating a Healthy Relationship With Your Body - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2011 from Gerrianne ClareWhat is your relationship like with your body? Do you love it? Do you hate it? When you think of your body, do you think of the physical appearance or the entirety of what your body does for you? In today’s society, when people talk about their body the conversation usually revolves around ...
Views: 1177(1 vote) - Cure Yeast Infections - The most common causes of yeast infection - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2011 from Oana TrofinAntibiotics and their overuse is the most common cause of yeast infection. In 1979,Dr. John Pitt, stated on Penicillum: . If we put it as simply as we can, antibiotics are dangerous mycotoxins, fungal metabolites to kill the bacteria, the good bacteria in our intestines and are essential ...
Views: 1086(1 vote) - Dance Hard and Stay Fit with THE SAM STUDIO - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2019 from Dr Shivani GourDance is the ultimate solution for staying fit enjoyably. Today dance has been a great career option. Multiple organizations are arranging dance reality shows and competitions. Dance can bring you great fame as well as success; it is a big platform to highlight your talent and it has become the ...
Views: 637(1 vote) - Deep Breathing for Stress Reduction - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2012 from Prof. George GrantDeep breathing can be an important coping skill to learn. It may sound silly, but many people do not breathe properly. Natural breathing involves your diaphragm, a large muscle in your abdomen. When you breathe in, your belly should expand. When you breathe out, your belly should fall. Overtime, ...
Views: 2132(1 vote) - Dental Braces: Know The Significance And Expectations From The Treatment - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2019 from Vipin NirwalDental braces are essentially wired appliances that orthodontists, for the most part, make use of to bring about a correction of crowded or uneven teeth or jaws. A number of people who are in need of dental braces start wearing them in the course of their early teens. However, adults too can ...
Views: 846(1 vote) - Dental Care for Seniors: Ensuring Optimal Oral Health in Your Golden Years - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2023 from Vipin NirwalIntroduction: As we age, taking care of our oral health becomes even more critical. Dental care for seniors is vital to maintain healthy teeth and gums, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable lifestyle. This comprehensive guide will delve into the unique dental needs of seniors, offering valuable ...
Views: 334(1 vote) - Dental hygiene: Is There An Alternative To Flossing? - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2012 from Marielaina PerroneFlossing is one of those tasks in life that we know we should do, we know the benefits of it, and we know how little time it takes but most of us, just do not do it regularly. Flossing your teeth every night can be a hard habit to develop and maintain, but it’s one that comes with great ...
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