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- Wheatgrass - Most Favoured Natural Food In The World! - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2010 from Peter morganWheatgrass is becoming a very popular food supplement for people all around the world. Originally popular in small countries of east and South African regions, wheatgrass is now available on a number of online stores and shops across the globe. These stores can help you get the daily doses of a ...
Views: 785 - Should You Vaccinate Your Child? The Shocking Truth Revealed... - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2010 from Dr. Marvin KunikiyoWhen it comes to the subject of vaccinating your child, there is no quote more appropriate than a line from Stevie Wonder's song, "Superstition"-"When you believe in things that you don't understand, then you suffer. Superstition is a waste." I say this for a couple of reasons: First, ...
Views: 582 - ***“Special K”: The Wonder Drug Hailed to Combat Depression - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2010 from Institute for Vibrant Living – www.ivlproducts.comScientists have recently discovered a new use for a drug commonly used as an anesthetic in veterinary medicine and favored as a nightclub “fix” nicknamed Special K. The drug is ketamine and it is commonly used as an anesthetic for animals. However its short-term hallucogenic side effects have ...
Views: 2653(1 vote) - Understanding Grades of Essential Oils - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2010 from Pamela HeyenThe Essential oils in Young Living's collection are life-enhancing gifts from the plant kingdom, revered for centuries for their restorative properties to body, mind, and spirit. Essential Oil Basics Essential oils are the highly concentrated, volatile, aromatic essences of plants. ...
Views: 1548 - Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils and Cancer Research - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2010 from Pamela HeyenEssential oils are some of the most powerful therapeutic agents with an impressive history of healing throughout the ancient world. The religious texts and records show they were used to treat virtually every ailment known to man. During the last century these healing oils have been overlooked ...
Views: 1435(1 vote) - Rub a Dub Dub...Do you know what's in your tub? - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2010 from Pamela HeyenLike most consumers you probably brush your teeth every day. You also probably use shampoo and conditioner when you shower, and perhaps you frequently apply moisturizing lotion to your face and skin. And it’s likely you use deodorants, cosmetics lotions and other personal care items on a regular ...
Views: 2810(2 votes) - The Number One Thing You MUST Do to Eat Healthfully - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2010 from Ed MayhewIt turns out that what we put into our mouth is not nearly as important as what we believe about what we put into our mouth. It works like this. If we truly believe that a food or food group is good for us (i.e., important to maintaining robust health), but we seldom eat it, for whatever ...
Views: 1008(1 vote) - Kukui Nut Oil - Homemade Skin Care - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2010 from Susan KatchurKukui nut oil is cold pressed from the seeds of the aleurites moluccana or kukui tree, the official state tree of Hawaii. The kukui tree came to Hawaii by early Polynesian settlers. This natural oil was used to anoint babies from weather elements, skin irritations, wounds or burns. It was ...
Views: 4250 - ***Seven Natural Nutrients for Healthy, Bright Eyes! - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Institute for Vibrant Living – www.ivlproducts.comWhen your Mother told you to eat your carrots for better vision, she was absolutely right! Good eye health can be achieved naturally through proper diet. Here are seven nutrients for healthy, bright eyes that can be found in food sources and in the form of dietary supplements. LUTEIN: ...
Views: 4054 - 10 FACTORS THAT CAN WORSEN ACNE - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Miriam KinaiIf your acne has suddenly flared up or if it has refused to clear up despite stringent measures and astringent solutions, it may be that you may be exposed to some aggravating factors, albeit unknowingly. The following is a list of 10 factors that can aggravate or worsen acne. Go through the ...
Views: 1360 - The Dangers of Soy for Women and Infants - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Dianne GreggI recently read an e-How article I found and they too know soy products are found in over 60% of our food supply. It’s a substitute for animal proteins for vegetarian and vegan diets. Soy also found in many beauty products, vitamin supplements, and candles. That’s why someone like myself with a ...
Views: 1242 - The Emerging Trend of Natural Medicine - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Arlene DelmendoMore and more people opt for natural medicine these days because they realize that the cost for conventional medication could be really expensive and the natural medicine could be a lot safer than chemicals. People come back to nature as there are many cases these days that involve people’s ...
Views: 726 - How Women Can Access Healthcare And Housing Grants? - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Aalia DouglasHealthcare and Housing Grants for Women: The market of real estate has been exploding like anything in the last few years. With the prices reaching the sky, majority of people are being left completely out of market, as they are not able to afford even basis-a small home of their ownership. ...
Views: 1460 - How to Stay Healthy this Autumn - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2010 from Sarah Shupeby Sarah Shupe L.Ac. www.acupuncturealexandria.com Autumn is a wonderful time of year. The air becomes crisp and cool and the leaves change from green to red, orange, and gold. How can we keep ourselves healthy so we can enjoy this time of year? Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) can help ...
Views: 1504(2 votes) - How to Overcome Anxiety without Drugs - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2010 from Mazliza OthmanThough not a medical condition per se, anxiety is a problem that affects 97% of the world’s population, with the degrees ranging from mild to severe. It is a mood condition characterized by emotional, cognitive and behavioral changes that result in an overall unpleasant feeling. Symptoms of ...
Views: 735 - Quit smoking tips – How to get rid of smoking - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2013 from Samantha nicoleThe quit smoking tips are helpful to smokers as it reveals way for getting rid off from smoking habits. However, it is very hard for any smoker to take this decision it’s probably the most tedious work for anyone who has a habit of smoking. Every smoker knows this fact that smoking is injurious ...
Views: 1001 - ***Lutein Can Help Prevent The Heartbreak Of Macular Degeneration - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2010 from Institute for Vibrant Living – www.ivlproducts.comMacular degeneration, which is the leading cause of blindness in older adults, turns the golden years into a period of heartbreak and debilitation for the more than 10 million Americans who are diagnosed each year. As the baby boomers age we are likely to see a major increase in the incidence of ...
Views: 1791(3 votes) - How to Beat Anxiety and Panic Attacks Naturally - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2010 from Gerry RestriveraHaving a panic disorder is a very disabling condition because it interferes with your daily life. It occurs without a warning and no apparent reasons. It is usually accompanied with symptoms like shortness of breath, trembling, sweating, dizziness and extreme fear. It is important to know how to ...
Views: 1070(2 votes) - Internet Sources Deception About Best Sleep Positions - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Dr Artour RakhimovEach time we seek for a recommendation in relation to something, many of us use cyberspace sources (articles and websites) to consider our ideal solutions. Consider individual sleeping positions. If you perform a search using a popular search engine using keywords “optimal sleeping postures” or ...
Views: 2855(1 vote) - Let the Tooth Be Known - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2010 from Brad CaseI’d like to talk to you about a toxin that you’re probably exposed to every day. In fact, because we’ve all been completely brainwashed, most people think this toxin is actually good for them. This toxin is more poisonous than lead and only slightly less toxic than arsenic, and yet, chances are, ...
Views: 1822 - ***Enhance Your Life With The Healing Power Of Touch - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2010 from Institute for Vibrant Living – www.ivlproducts.comWe come into the world with a burning need to be touched and that need travels with us from the cradle to the grave. Of all the five senses, the most important one is touch. A simple touch can soothe a child, comfort a loved one or calm an anxious infant. As babies, it was through touch that ...
Views: 1850(2 votes) - Boost your Immune System with Massage Therapy - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2010 from rachel mccleanThere are so many benefits to massage therapy that it is hard to know where to start. There are benefits to one’s mind and body. It can help a person deal with stress, by helping them relax and help one achieve a more positive frame of mind. It can also be beneficial in easing a person’s ...
Views: 2172(3 votes) - Harvest Your Medicine - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2010 from Nanci SimariFinding your medicine in your own backyard is easy and FUN, whether you’re a city dweller, a suburbanite, or plain country folk. Nearly anywhere I’ve been in the past 15 years, I could look down and around from practically the same spot (including right at this moment- from precisely where I am ...
Views: 1530(1 vote) - Social Anxiety Disorder Treatment – A Natural Cure - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2010 from Scott SprichAre you becoming or have you always been a homebody? Do you stray away from social situations where you may meet new people? Do you feel as though people are looking at you or judging you when out in public? Does the prospect of asking someone out or going on a date terrify you? These are ...
Views: 1428(1 vote) - Insure Your Health with Laughter - by Submitted on May 09, 2011 from Frank OzIt is seldom indeed that someone "dies of laughter." On the contrary, we are now finding that laughing just might be a key element to living longer. The old saying "Laughter is the best medicine" is timeless. Even back in the 1700's Voltaire observed, "The art of medicine consists of keeping ...
Views: 2062(3 votes) - Natural Remedies - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from sarah labdarHave you ever tried a natural or herbal remedy to cure a condition or possibly for everyday usage? Some people think of herbal remedies are a ruse to lure people in and buy products. However now a days even medical doctors are realizing the benefits of natural herbal remedies. Herbs have been ...
Views: 1339(1 vote) - Food Affects on Acne - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from sarah labdarIs acne affecting your life to the point where you are about to give up? Ever think that maybe what you are eating is affecting how your skin looks. Stop a minute and think about what you eat on a daily basis. Is it filled with high fat, high sugar, greasy unhealthy food? This could be causing ...
Views: 1305(2 votes) - Healthy Foot Care - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Dale MillerOk so now that summer is coming to an end it may be time to actually take some time to pamper those little puppies walking around in flip-flops and going bare in the sand. Not only are your feet much more visible than they are in other seasons during the hot summer months, but they can also ...
Views: 2135 - How to Unblock Nose Naturally in 1-2 min (Breathing Exercise) - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2010 from Dr Artour RakhimovTo unblock the nose in 1-2 minutes, as about 200 Russian medical doctors have proven, is possible for up to 90% of patients suffering from chronic nose problem, sinusitis, rhinitis, asthma, and other respiratory conditions. These doctors have been teaching the Buteyko breathing therapy so that ...
Views: 5998(1 vote) - Major Rewards of Mastering Buteyko Breathing Method - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2010 from Dr Artour RakhimovGenerally, many people believe know that mouth breathing is not for health and we should breathe using the diaphragm. As about the rest, it is not so important. Whatever the way you breathe, you still get oxygen in cells. This is not correct since the sick never have normal cell oxygenation ...
Views: 4321(1 vote) - Antioxidants for the Skin - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from sarah labdarWant a younger, fresher, glowing complexion? Isn’t that what every girl wants. Well now there is an all-natural way to get it, and stay healthy at that. The key is antioxidants. Antioxidants inhibit oxidation. Oxidation is a chemical reaction that produces free radicals. Free radicals damage ...
Views: 884(1 vote) - ***Many Heart Disease Risk Factors Are Within Your Control - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2010 from Institute for Vibrant Living – www.ivlproducts.comHeart disease is the number one killer of both men and women and Americans experience 54 percent more heart attacks in winter than in summer. Winter heart attacks tend to be more serious, with a 9 percent fatality rate. Some experts believe the seasonal fluctuations may be due to the added ...
Views: 1371(2 votes) - ***Chocoholics Rejoice! Dark Chocolate Is Delicious And Healthy - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2010 from Institute for Vibrant Living – www.ivlproducts.comRecent studies have shown that you can satisfy your sweetheart’s chocolate cravings in a healthy way, provided you give dark chocolate. We crave chocolate for its aroma, creaminess and comforting flavor. In recent years health conscious consumers have been delighted to discover that dark ...
Views: 1448(2 votes) - Depression - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2010 from Popa WoolseyIt is not unusual to hear people in the midst of conversation state that they are feeling "depressed", "a little depressed," or "depressed about.........." There is quite a difference between a "case of the blues," (feeling sad once in awhile, or sad about something) and Major Depressive ...
Views: 2134(2 votes) - Exercise for Stress - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2010 from sarah labdarEveryone gets stressed out. In today’s economy if you aren’t stressed then there is probably something wrong with you. Everyday holds new stressors that can affect the way we live, think and act. Although stress, most of the time is bad, it is a good motivational tool that gets us to act, become ...
Views: 714 - Organic Diet Plans That Can Work for You - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2010 from Derek HollandHealthy eating is about feeling healthy, possessing more energy, and keeping yourself as strong as feasible. To do so, all you need to do is learn some basic nutrition facts, and put them to use. The first step to healthy and organic dining is finding ways to dine smart. An fundamental rule ...
Views: 996 - ***Vitamin C: Tried And True Immune System Booster - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2010 from Institute for Vibrant Living – www.ivlproducts.comSometimes we become so focused on the “latest and greatest” health trends that we lose sight of some of the basic health practices that can help us stay well during cold and flu season. Vitamin C is a prime example of that. For decades, vitamin C has been considered one of the best defenses ...
Views: 1415(1 vote) - ***Give Your Body A Fresh Start With A Colon Cleanse - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2010 from Institute for Vibrant Living – www.ivlproducts.comIn recent years, the importance of colon health has taken the spotlight as an increasing body of research has confirmed that the bowel plays a key role in proper immune function and overall health. More than 50 percent of the immune system is located in or around the digestive system, ...
Views: 1663(1 vote) - Everyone needs omega three in their diet plan, here's an important source that is not fish! - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2010 from Alex TremFlax seed plant has been well-known for a long time in background, dating back in the direction of the romans, and does not need to prove its usefulness when it comes to well being benefits. There might be an improve of interest in flax seed in current many years simply because of numerous ...
Views: 1108(1 vote) - Improve Your Health With Natural Kidney Cleansing - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Jade SchulerThe kidneys are largely responsible for the elimination of body waste that comes from the metabolism of food and harmful chemicals that enter the body. To keep the kidneys functioning efficiently and to sustain your overall health it is imperative to cleanse your kidneys. Renavive advanced ...
Views: 872(2 votes) - Lose the Weight Back to Basics Part II - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Francis DavidHow do you stay thin, healthy and gorgeous? It’s actually very simple- Eat organic! Eat and drink organic everything. Just about every non-organic food or drink has an organic alternative. Get your freedom back and stop starving yourself! The reason why I called this approach a “diet” is so you ...
Views: 716 - Embrace Yoga Principles when Using Ergonomic Sitting - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Gail McGonigalYoga principles encourage relaxation in the muscles of your body, along with deep breathing that calms the mind for optimum concentration towards the task at hand when sitting. Sitting on your pelvic bones in an ergonomic chair, with your stocking feet wrapped around the chair base, is like ...
Views: 1539 - Tips on How to Deal With That Nasty Acne - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2010 from Adams RichAcne affects an estimated 99% of people - mostly teenagers and young adults - at some point in their lives. Although acne is temporary, lasting from a few months to a few years, early therapy is necessary to prevent scarring and dyspigmentation, which, untreated, can persist for life. Here are a ...
Views: 1599 - Trying To Find A Safe, Natural Body Lotion? - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2010 from Lynne and Chad EribourneFinding a safe, natural body lotion that I actually like has been a project, to say the least. Regardless of whether it's food or skin care products, I read pretty much any and all labels. My reason for that is whatever I put on my body is eventually going to end up in my body. The last ...
Views: 1255 - How To Treat Irritable Bowel When IBS Foods Don’t Work - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Karen AlisonAre you still looking for the right combination of foods to soothe your Irritable Bowel? A dietary approach is often recommended as the best treatment for IBS, yet many people find that IBS foods don’t work for them. Some even find that they can eat an “approved” food safely on one day but react ...
Views: 1387(2 votes) - Building Muscles by Lifting Heavy - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2010 from Brandon CookIf you are looking to try and figure out how to build muscle, you must lift heavy weights for lower reps. The results you will get is depending on it, specially if you're a hardgainer. Besides receiving dense muscles, properly lifting heavy weights will also build a cornerstone of strength, ...
Views: 2790(1 vote) - Menopause Symptoms, Supplements And Natural Remedies - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Edith LingenfelterMenopause is a natural, and unfortunately, an unavoidable part of aging. As an important stage of a woman’s reproductive cycle, the symptoms of menopause need not interfere with your quality of life. When a woman reaches menopause, (also known as “going through the change of life”) the ...
Views: 1456 - Benefits of Sea Salt – Homemade Bath Salts - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Susan KatchurThere are many benefits of sea salt and Dead Sea salt. Sea salt contains more than one hundred minerals. Just about every mineral on Earth is found in sea salt! The Dead Sea contains highly concentrated minerals, more than found anywhere else on Earth! HEALTH BENEFITS OF SEA SALT: Helps ...
Views: 2538(1 vote) - Tanning Skin Cancer - Symptoms And Treatment - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2010 from Neelima ReddyAlthough most women love to be under the sun and work on that golden tan, they often don’t realize that in the long term this is the biggest contributing factor to skin cancer. Even if you use tanning beds for an artificial tan, the ultraviolet radiation produced by these lamps also contributes ...
Views: 2948(2 votes) - Natural Treatment For Prostate Cancer - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2010 from Neelima ReddyProstate cancer is considered one of the deadliest ailments that affect millions of men worldwide. This killer disease causes severe pain and discomfort especially when not treated immediately. This led medical experts to find treatment for prostate cancer. Most patients prefer to go under the ...
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