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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Each year the media and proponents of ‘fighting against Breast Cancer’ beat the drums that focus on what one wants to avoid instead of focusing on what one wants to create – Healthy Breasts. Furthermore, the headlines are equally diabolically focused on ‘fighting against’ instead of focusing on prevention.

Today, it’s common for senior citizens and retirees to take 5-10 or more different prescription medicines for various health conditions. One pill for high blood pressure, one for arthritis, one for high cholesterol, one for heart health... the list goes on. In fact, you might be one of these people who is burdened by endless medications. Perhaps you spend hundreds of dollars per month, or thousands per year on pills that act largely as a band-aid instead of as a true solution to your health ailments. Well, there’s good news and bad news.

The path to finding happiness is a life-long journey, full of ups and downs and twists in the road that lead many of us astray. But the good news is that happiness can be attained through many sources such as creative expression.

The one, and most likely, only thing we have in common with each other no matter where we are from is the fact that we are someone’s child. Whether we ever have children of our own does not make the gravity of children’s health care any less important or critical to the growth and health of our ...

We begin all things in the name of the most ancient entity many know as God and others call other names. As spiritual warriors our purpose is to seek and spear (get) the truth of our lives, spear-it-you-all, rescuing from the castledom of fear, doubt and anger the feather-light yet protectively ...

Breast cancerr Breast cancer (malignant breast neoplasm) is a cancer that starts in the tissues of the breast either from the inner lining of milk ducts (Ductal carcinoma) or the lobules (Lobular carcinoma) that supply the ducts with milk. there is also rare cases that breast cancer starts in other areas of the breast. In 2010, over 250,000 new cases of breast cancer were expected to be diagnosed in women in the U.S. alone and the risk of getting invasive breast cancer during life time of a women is 1/8. Signs and Symptomr

Jun 2007 @ 21:56 Serious Probems Continue in MH - "Simply understanding 'reasons' for our fears in an attempt to control them only strikes at the symptoms, not the cause. The real source of fear lies in our minds--adding more thoughts and concepts only supports the pattern of fear. We need a ...Jun 2007 @ 21:56 Serious Probems Continue in MH -r

NASW New Mexico State Conference Workshop-Serving Injured Warriors by Gerald Vest National Injured Warrior Alliance (NIWA) - Serving Injured Warriors, Vets & Families with Integrative Health Practices. Feb. 22, 2012, 1:30-5:00pm – “Welcome Home with Daryl Worley – our returning warriors giving the StressOut with elder Vets in Nursing Home.”See, Article - Ft. Bliss Monitor, http://jerryvestinjuredwarrior.com (Video by SSG Paul Jeffers--A true welcome home for new returning Warriors giving StressOuts and visiting with their elder Brother & Sister Warriors.) Presentation Outline

Inspired living, the difference between right and wrong action We all wish to be living and building a purpose filled and inspired life. Making the decision and taking the action to embark upon this journey can be one of the most exciting and most challenging times of your life. There comes a time in your life when you realize that the job you are is keeping you in a rut, or perhaps your life circumstances are not all that you envisioned them to be. This begins to stir the pot of soul searching.

Salt Lampsr By: April Lugo PhDr Salt lamps come in all shapes and sizes. They also come in a variety of styles. They can range from being a hollowed out chunk of salt, chunks of salt added to a bowl or basin where heat will be applied.. They can also be carved out special designs. The salt is mined from such places as the Himalayas, Russia, and central Europe. They lamps come in a variety of colors as well from dark pink, and yellow. How they workr

Diabetes is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States. Americans with prediabetes don’t realize they can prevent diabetes altogether. nnThere are many myths surrounding diabetes and prediabetes. Among them are the following:nn nnMyth: "Too much sugar causes diabetes."nnFact: "Fat, not sugar causes diabetes.nn nnMyth: "Vegetable oil is best for a low-fat diet."nnFact: "Olive oil helps with diabetes prevention.nn nnMyth: "Coffee is bad for your health."nn Fact

The Law of Attraction, as all laws in the universe, is simple to a fault. You attract to yourself that which you think about. Your dominant thoughts are what you manifest. When you expect that something wonderful will transpire, it will. Albeit might be in a different form or time frame than you desired. Many people believe that when one has expectations one is setting oneself up to be disappointed.

It may be a cliche but the maxim “Health is wealth” is something that Americans as a nation should live by. If you will see for yourself the figures involved in treating some of the nation’s most expensive medical conditions, you will realize just how important it is to take care of your health. This is especially true for medical conditions which are perfectly preventable. Why would you spend thousands of dollars per year in treating a health condition that you could h

Migraines are debilitating, scary and just downright horrible. So many people have brought to my attention there conce s of not wanting to have to constantly take medication. So in working to overcome this problem these strategies that I am sharing with you have helped tremendously, either totally eliminating the problem but for many decreasing them to where they can't remember the last time they had a migraine. As we know medication is a proven way to treat - and prevent - migraines. But medication is only part of the story, taking care of ourselves is the vitally important.

I returned a few days ago from a trip to Ethiopia that was especially meaningful for me. I had fond memories of Ethiopia because of living and working there forty years ago. When I was invited to go with a team of faculty and students from Taylor University to Project Mercy in Yetebon, Ethiopia ...

You have purchased this beautiful home and want to do everything that you can to protect it. You will go the extra mile, sometimes adding security systems, and making certain you have sound locks etc. The investment into protecting and being aware is priceless, for a 24/ 7 protection plan.

Besides cancer and heart diseases, stroke is the third leading cause of death. Approximate 1/4 of all stroke victims die as a direct result of the stroke or it's complications. Stroke is caused by uncontrolled diet that is high in saturated and trans fats resulting in cholesterol build up in the arteries and high blood pressure. In other words, if cholesterol building up in the arteries is blocking the circulation of blood in any part of the body causing oxygen not to be delivered to the brain, resulting in some cells in the brain to die off and are unable reproduce, then we have stroke.

The beautiful colors of the Fall season will soon be unfolding before our eyes. The Fall Season brings many gifts, but one…the dreaded cold, cough and flu. It starts with a sneeze, a runny nose and watery eyes, then a mild sore throat and soon we are coughing up a storm. Eventually we may be ...

Healing Properties of the Ocean The mer fact of sitting in the sand at the ocean can bring great feelings of well-being and relaxation. The negative ions created by the salt water’s crashing waves, the warm sand below your bare feet connecting you to mother earth (how often do you walk around ...

You can see the YouTube video “Ask the Expert – What is Chi Nei Tsang?” parts 1- 4 which feature another interview with Patty and Francesca. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k7YlXGr2tIk PCN: Thank you Francesca for speaking with me today about Chi Nei Tsang. Can you tell me a little about Chi Nei Tsang and its history? FAF: You’re welcome, Patty. It is a pleasure to discuss Chi Nei Tsang with you. Chi Nei Tsang (CNT) is Taoist in origin. In a nutshell, the Taoist monks of ancient China developed it and Chi Kung Master Mantak Chia later adapted it for modern day society.

During the last stage of the menstrual cycle normally a layer of endometriosis lining in the inside of the uterus is expelled, known as menstruation blood but instead some of the endometriosis tissues growing somewhere in the body causing endometriosis. Endometriosis also reacts to hormonal signals of the monthly menstrual cycle by building up tissue, breaking it, and eliminating it through the menstrual period. Sometime, during menstrual cramps, women may be given prostaglandins inhibitors helping to relief the pains. In this article, we will discuss what is prostaglandins inhibitors ? I.

Bones cancerr Bones cancer is defined as a health condition of abnormal cells growth of the bone, including marrow, endosteum and periosteum, nerves, blood vessels and cartilage due to alte ation of DNA in division and replication the bone malignant bone cells. It can be primary or secondary cancers. Symptoms 1. Anaemia, 2. Lack of power 3. Nutrients deficiency, stabbing 4. Pain in the affect area 5. Lumps 6. Skin is dark red color 7. Broken bone or deformity 8.Weight loss 9. Loss of appetite 10. Fever 11. Numb in the affect area 12. Etc. Causesr

Dr. Gary Holz is an award-winning physicist in the field of high-energy physics. He became founder and CEO of Holz Industries, Inc., in the early 1980's. His company designed high-frequency microwave components used in satellites and other high-technological devices around the world. Dr. Holz holds over 15 patents used in outer space, most of which are still classified as "Top Secret." nnBut career success did not come to Dr. Holz without a price. Gary basically ignored his p

I’ve been on a cancer journey for 3 years and I can honestly say that my life has been enriched by the experience. I’d like to share 5 ways I’ve learned to consciously cope well with cancer. These tips can apply to any kind of life challenge: 1. Face and feel your feelings fully.rnIt’s only natural that when adversity strikes, we’re going to have feelings come up. I’ve learned that trying to rise above my feelings just positions me better for them to bite me in th

Endometriosis which grows somewhere else other than the endometrium, also reacts to hormonal signals of the monthly menstrual cycle by building up tissue, breaking it, and eliminating it through the menstrual period. We have spent much of our time to discuss how conventional and traditional Chinese medicine in treating endometriosis. In this article, we will see how flower plants can help to treat endometriosis. A. Agrimony 1.

Premenstrual syndrome effects over 70% to 90% of women before menopause in US and less for women in Southeast Asia because of their diet. Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) occurrence have more than double over past 50 years and it is defined as faulty function of ovaries related to women menstrual cycle, it effects the women physical and emotional state and sometimes interference with daily activities as resulting of hormone fluctuation. The syndrome happens in one or two weeks before menstruation and then declining when the period starts.

Itchiness, watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, and redness are some of the common symptoms that majority of the people experiences as allergy symptoms. The most effective way to fight against particular allergen is immunotherapy or allergy shot, but some people will get frightened to get allergy shot. Allergy shots hold a little amount of substance that fights against the particular allergen. For example, if the person is allergic to pollen, a small amount of substance called

I recently discussed the modern preoccupation with penis size, and how exaggerated stereotypes cause millions of men to feel embarrassed, ashamed and overly anxious about their sexual performance. In this article, we will look at the influence of modern media on this stereotype and how men are exploited by shrewd marketers to buy products to enhance their manhood. The Blitz on Penis Size by Marketing and Media

As a FDN (Functional Diagnostic Nutritionist) I hear these statements all the time. I have no energy. I have no will or desire to get up in the morning. I have trouble with my energy level in the morning. I am not feeling right any more. When I tell them that it may be a hormonal imbalance, they ask, “What do Hormones have to do with being tired?”

GERD, sometimes referred to as heartburn, the hallmark symptom, that affects about 100 million people in the United States. The intense pain called heartbu has nothing to do with the heart, but with digestion. What is GERD? It stands for Gastro-esophageal Reflux Disease. It is when the stomach acid that is for digesting food backs-up. The acid backs-up into the esophagus, the tube that carries food from your mouth to your stomach. What can cause GERD?

Have you ever had your keys in your hand one minute and then 2 seconds later, have no idea where you put them? If it happens more often than you think is “typical old age” you might wonder if you are losing your mind. Most people accept forgetfulness as just a part of getting old and hope that it will not turn into dementia or Alzheimer’s later in life. Often we light heartedly chalk it up to “having a senior moment”, but there is also that nagging thought that we may be declining in our brain health and there is nothing we can do about it.

Have you had your carbohydrates today? nn Since it has only been in the last 100 years that discoveries have led to the realization of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants…experts agree that there is much more to be learned about the body and it's nutrient requirements. While there have been studies on carbohydrates for the past 40 years, only recently have scientists and physiology experts found new significance to carbohydrates (saccharides).nn Why do some modern diet

The Law of Attraction does not always work. This is an unfortunate reality for many who attempt to apply this principle to their lives. Of course, the pain of failing again and again at applying the Law of Attraction is frustrating and can cause even the most determined people to abandon this philosophy in favor of another. But, the tenacious few who stick to this principle quickly learn the secret that is embedded at the heart of the Law of Attraction. How To Make The Law of Attraction Work For You

I. Introduction American diet contain high in saturated fat, trans fat, and other harmful substances such as sugar, caffeine, pesticides, addictive substances, etc. and less in fruits and vegetables. These types of harmful substances is toxin. Our body detoxified functions try to get rid of them everyday, when they fails causing disruption of hormone production, damaging our body detoxification organs and weaken our immune system resulting in hormone imbalance and many chronic illness consequently. II. Causes A. Internal Causes 1.

The trees are budding, the temperature is rising (at least in the East), and-- Ahh-choo! Seasonal allergies have arrived. But I'm here today to tell you it is entirely possible to tackle spring's irritants head-on--and feel much more comfortable this season. You really can put severe congestion, fatigue, sneezing, and itchy, watery eyes in the past if you take it one baby step at a time. The key to managing a significant change is to adopt just one new idea each day. Ready to pick one? Here are my top 5 quick fixes for navigating allergies. Fix 1: Your Indoor Air

Finally, the truth is revealed about antidepressants. Lead researcher, Professor Irving Kirsch from the Psychology department at the University of Hull, said, "The difference in improvement between patients taking placebos and patients taking antidepressants is not very great. This means that ...

Most Frequently Asked Questions About Neti Pot Use The most frequently asked question to us here at Baraka is: how often should I use my neti pot to do nasal rinsing? The answer, although simple, may not be easy for most people: Listen to your body. In a culture that trusts science over the wisdom of the body, we have not developed an ability to listen to our bodies. Nasal rinsing may be a simple way to begin doing this. Listening to your body – my aunt’s story I have a

Finding the best hypnotherapist can be tricky. There are many unaccredited programs that give people a ‘Certificate of Completion’ without adequate training. Add to that the confusion about a Certificate of Completion’ and a ‘Certified Hypnosis Practitioner,’ it is daunting. Many hypnosis practitioners wrongly believe their ‘Certificate of Completion’ is the same as a ‘Certified Hypnosis Practitioner.’

The pious and maybe even self-righteous perspective that one cannot obtain enlightenment and have abundance simultaneously continues to entangle spiritual seekers world wide. It is perplexing when one considers this toxic idea that if a person is spiritual they cannot also be prosperous. How exactly does one obtain spiritual enlightenment without overcoming limited thinking that binds and diminishes? The belief that enlightenment and abundance are polar opposites binds and diminishes.

What if there was a part of you that was in charge of your Immunity? What if there was a 'department', like an internal post office, whose sole purpose was sorting out what belongs to you and is part of your Self, and what does not belong there? The Immune System's primary job is to sort what belongs in the body and eliminate what does not belong there. Energetically speaking, it separates information that supports and nurtures you and eliminates or lets go what does not. Who tells the Immune Department what to keep and what is spam or junk mail?

The dark months can create challenges for getting enough sun and Vitamin D. Some issues associated with limited sunlight and Vitamin D3 deficiencies are associated with rheumatoid arthritis, thyroid issues, Seasonal Affective Disorder, depression, fatigue and other disorders. That’s why full spectrum light and energizing your body for greater absorption of light is essential. Whether it’s winter or just feeling dark, this article will give you some natural modalities to absorb more light!

Conventional medicine plays an important role in treating all kinds of disease and most of the time is the first treatment for a couple who for what ever reason cam not conceive after 1 year of unprotected sexual intercourse or can not carry the pregnancy to full term. With the advance of medical technology, Some infertility are caused by structure problem and can be corrected through surgery. In this article, we will discuss types of female reproductive structure problem in conventional perspective. I.

According to life expectancy statistics, we're living longer than any time in history. In fact, in less than a century, approximately 30 years seem to have been added to our collective life spans. This creation of old age is said to be the most important adaptive change the human species has ever witnessed. By itself, this information is enough to make the head spin. But now experts also state that we may be nearing the time when science will double the lifespan of humans. A breathtaking scenario, were it not couched solidly in fantasy.

Would it be OK if I told you there is a better way to eliminate cancer than cancer-fighting therapies and surgery medical research has developed? 'Fighting' cancer with chemotherapy, surgery, or radiation is counter to the body's natural self-healing process.

Intuition – we’ve heard the word, and know that it something that is a part of us. Most of us have had the experience of ‘knowing’ something was about to happen, or that something, someone, or some situation didn’t feel right or felt good. But, how do we listen to it? What exactly is it?

Rolling blue lavender fields, the scent of flowers and herbs, a feeling of warmth and comfort. No, I’m not in the South of France at all but lying comfortably on a massage couch having an Aromatherapy treatment. The subtle aroma of the lavender massage evokes memories of relaxation and past holidays.

When it comes to healthcare, where do you turn? People tend to go to their family doctor, which typically results in some sort of medication. Medication isn’t necessarily bad; however, there are safer solutions to many common ailments that enable your body to heal itself without causing side ...

Words we use to sabotage ourselves How we use certain words in our daily vocabulary or in effect the order in which we use these words harm and hinder us in the ability to attain our goals and create a positive loving and happy life. Words that we use can sabotage everything we work so hard to attain. We must master to knowledge of the power of words. This is one of the main emphases of Neuro-linguistic Programming as well as the yoga sutras.

Do you ever have one of those days, maybe weeks, and months even a year: Where nothing is going according to plan, even if you seem to have had a plan? There are interruptions, just what you don’t need, things going wrong. But you are determined that you are going to achieve something for the day. Even after you have achieved that you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious and unsure how you are going to get back on track.