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- How To Keep Your Brain Young For Years To Come - Brain Health Part 1 - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2009 from Michael ColemanWhat if you could take control of brain aging… slow it down so you could protect your earning power and enjoy the lifestyle you want for as long as you want… wouldn’t that be great? Well, you can! So if you really care about what happens to your brain this could be the most important article ...
Views: 1388(1 vote) - How Much Sleep is Healthy? - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2009 from Cindy ClearyMost studies show that adults require 7-8 hours of healthy sleep per night for optimal health. But anecdotal evidence shows us that some people are healthy and very productive averaging only 6 hours per night and other people, especially during times of healing, may require 9 hours per ...
Views: 1070(2 votes) - Cellulite Treatment and Reduction Plan. - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2009 from Fiona McCollAre you serious about cellulite treatment and cellulite reduction with lasting results? Yes? Then we offer a seven point plan of attack: Most people with a cellulite problem understand that there are no quick fixes when it comes to cellulite treatment. Discipline and daily cellulite ...
Views: 1853(3 votes) - Acne Treatment and Acne Products with Aloe Vera - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2009 from Fiona McCollAttention all Acne sufferers: Acne can be treated and Acne Scars significantly reduced with Aloe Vera Skin Care Products. The benefits of Acne Treatment and Acne Products with Aloe Vera are explained here: Studies have shown that the astringent properties of the Aloe Vera plant’s gel ...
Views: 1740(1 vote) - Stretch Marks and Pregnancy Skin Care - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2010 from Fiona McCollStretch Marks and Pregnancy Skin Care are of concern to most women. More and more, particularly expectant mothers are looking for a natural Stretch Mark treatment and prevention products and natural pregnancy skin care products. Stretch marks can be red, purple, brown or silver lines. ...
Views: 1419(1 vote) - ***Cherry Juice – Natural Remedy for Maintaining Healthy Joint Function and Soothing Sore Muscles - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2009 from Andy LaPointeFor those seeking a natural remedy for maintaining healthy joint function and soothing sore muscles the tart cherry is fast becoming the remedy of choice. Thanks to modern food technology, we are now able to understand what makes this ruby red fruit so effective in fighting muscle soreness and ...
Views: 3249(8 votes) - MSG is the New Nicotine: What the Food Industry Does Not Want You to Know - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2009 from Allison BiggarMonosodium glutamate, also known as MSG, is a common food additive. It`s toxic and physically addictive. Fast food companies and other food manufacturers use MSG as a "flavor enhancer," so consumers will become "hooked" on their products and keep dishing out money for more. When people consume ...
Views: 1238(2 votes) - Anxiety Busted - a Prisoner No More! - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2009 from Verina StavenAnxiety, depression, panic attacks, OCD, chronic fatigue, insomnia, fibromyalgia, phobias - what stealers of life these are. And so often, several of these conditions are present at the same time. When anxiety rules your world, you are a prisoner with no quality of life. Believe me. I've ...
Views: 1062(2 votes) - Lowering Cholesterol Naturally On A Consistent Basis - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2009 from Paul RodgersLowering cholesterol naturally is becoming an increasingly popular alternative to prescription drugs and their unwanted side effects. Lowering cholesterol naturally is still the best all around approach to cholesterol management. The choices we make have a bigger impact than you may ...
Views: 1420 - Aging & Skin Greasiness Have to Go Hand in Hand? - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2009 from Valerie RosenbaumIf you are a woman or a man with questions about aging and skin greasiness, you have finally arrived at the right place. What you will learn about here are the things that contribute to oily or greasy skin. It may surprise you to know that getting older is not among them As we age, our ...
Views: 1072(2 votes) - Alternatives for Swine Flu - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2011 from Lilly ParthaYes, folks, here's yet another article on swine flu! What can I say? This is still the most asked about topic on my website, holistichealthchicago.com. It's no wonder, with all the hype about it. It seems like you can't turn the tv on without immediately getting scared of catching this ...
Views: 1621(5 votes) - Top 3 Natural Homemade Face Scrubs For Oily Skin - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2009 from Vicky LewyWhen it comes to your face, skin care is very important especially when it comes to problematic skin. When your skin is oily your face can look and feel greasy. It can make you more susceptible to pimples and blackheads that can keep your true beauty from showing through. I know you want to have ...
Views: 839 - Manage Insulin Levels And Live Longer - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2009 from Brian MManaging insulin levels closely is one of the most important tasks a diabetic or pre-diabetic person has. Insulin levels that get too high can pose a serious threat to one’s health and life. As anyone who deals with insulin issues on a daily basis knows medical attention is necessary for ...
Views: 2952(3 votes) - ***The Flu and Your Debit or Credit Card - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2009 from Margaret GoodYes, the flu season is upon us and those pesky germs are in the air. So what does this have to do with your credit card? Credit cards are usually stored in purses, trousers or jacket pockets. These places are warm and contain moisture which is a perfect environment in which germs thrive and ...
Views: 1678(1 vote) - Enjoy Your Life to Its Full Spectrum - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2009 from Yves VerheyenGiven that we are all concerned about our health and our getting old, each of us should gain insight into his or hers own health, and learn about sound balanced solutions for self-improvement. Wellness from a wholistic perspective goes beyond just your physical self because it considers the ...
Views: 840 - Treat The Signs Of Aging You Just Can't Put Your Finger On - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2009 from Mark DanielsWhen we think of anti aging, we often think of wrinkle creams and eye gels. But believe it or not wrinkles, dark circles, puffiness and sun spots are not the only effects that aging has on your skin. The process of aging does a number of things to our skin that do not necessarily fall into any ...
Views: 1312(2 votes) - Cause Of Heart Palpitations May Not Be What You Think - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2009 from Stacy WishnerI occasionally see patients complaining of a fluttering heart, a sense of fullness in the chest, a pounding heart or skipped heartbeats. These sensations, also called heart palpitations, occur when the electrical system in the heart malfunctions. This malfunction disrupts the natural rhythm of ...
Views: 9532 - Quercetin: A Rising Star for Nerves, Immunity, and Metabolism - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2009 from Byron RichardsQuercetin is a common flavonoid found in many fresh fruits and vegetables. It has been in widespread use in the dietary supplement industry for the past two decades due to its natural anti-histamine properties. New research is dramatically expanding our understanding of this nutrient, ...
Views: 3495(2 votes) - Awareness of Movement - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Waller McInnesAwareness changes how we physically move. As we become more fluid and resilient so do the mental, emotional and spiritual movements of our lives. - Emilie Conrad Movement is relative. If you are where you are, and you are seeking well-being, then you are on a path of radiant health, which ...
Views: 699(1 vote) - 4 Green Beauty Tips - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2009 from Stephanie TreasureOne of the three ways that toxic chemicals enter our bodies is absorption through the skin. This applies to products like bleach, ammonia and other obvious cleaning products. However, it applies to beauty products too. Some beauty products are even more harmful than some cleaning ...
Views: 1064(1 vote) - Preventing Flu and Colds, Without Shots - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2009 from Eileen SilvaAnnual Flu Shots For a number of years now, many people have rushed down to the doctor's office or a clinic, and gotten a flu shot annually to prevent the onset of the flu. While that tactic was not without some risk of exposure to illness or contamination, most people felt that the positive ...
Views: 1188(3 votes) - The Right Nutrients are Critical for Healthy Skin - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Valerie RosenbaumYou may be familiar with some of the nutrients for healthy skin. They include the common antioxidants, the vitamins A, C and E. Others may come as a surprise. Here’s what you need to include in your daily diet to support your skin’s health. Let’s start with protein. Proteins are the ...
Views: 1313(7 votes) - Collagen Stimulation Using All Natural Skin Care Products - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Valerie RosenbaumCollagen stimulation is one of the goals of anti-aging treatments of all kinds. There are some good techniques that actually work and, of course, there are some bad ones. Surprisingly, or maybe not, one of the worst ones is only available through a cosmetic surgeon or spa. It is one of the ...
Views: 3156(3 votes) - Can Vitamin D Help Prevent H1N1 Swine Flu from Spreading? - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Byron RichardsIt seems simple enough to understand. A well person contracts swine flu from a sick person, who, once sick, passes it along to another. In the case of H1N1 swine flu, most of the population is not familiar with the virus, thus it has the potential to readily spread from sick to well. Sick ...
Views: 1306(3 votes) - Asthma and Homeopathy - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Will HauseI never cease to be amazed when doing research for a new article. I wanted to write about asthma, which I do know a lot about, as my husband suffers from it, but since he uses natural remedies for asthma, I had no idea what some people go through, just to breathe. Asthma is the inflammation ...
Views: 737 - Homeopathy & Bio Terrorism (no new thing under the sun) - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Will HauseWhat is our best defense against a bio terrorist attack? The key is having a homeopathic kit with the proper remedies, specifically targeting things such as deadly flu viruses, anthrax, small pox, botulism, and even nuclear attack. Once an assault or epidemic is in affect, you loose the ...
Views: 1023 - Olive Leaf Complex from Fresh Olive Leaves – The New Echinacea - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Bryan JonesWhat is so good about olive leaf extract? Well, lets first make it clear that fresh is best. Extract produced from very fresh olive leaves that is. As leaves are left for a few days, or dried before being processed then they naturally lose much of their efficacy (goodness) during that ...
Views: 4042(3 votes) - Aging Skin Care Products to Heal the Skin Naturally - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2009 from Valerie RosenbaumIt is truly difficult to find aging skin care products that will satisfactorily alleviate the lines and wrinkles from which you are currently suffering. If you have been making the rounds so far as the cosmetics formulas that you have been using to solve this problem, then you undoubtedly ...
Views: 1142(3 votes) - Discover How To Use Yogurt For Treating Acne - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2009 from Luka MalgajAcne is an embarrassing onerous problem. It’s a skin disorder that results from the action of hormones on one’s sebaceous glands leading to clogged pores, (whiteheads and blackheads) and cysts outbreaks known as pimples. Acne can occur on your chest, back, neck, shoulders and worse of all on ...
Views: 1898 - Eliminate Nummular Eczema Without the Need of Any Medication - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2009 from Paul RodgersNummular eczema is a condition that usually is constant and which will recur and it can be caused because of being exposed to environmental irritants and also because of changes in temperature, while stress can also cause the condition to worsen. Eczema is a skin disease that often runs in ...
Views: 13918(2 votes) - Tap Water Contamination - Chlorine, Fluoride and Toxins, Oh My! - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Scott SmithThree decades after the passage of the Clean Water Act, new chemicals continue to pollute our water. And now hormone disrupting chemicals are feminizing male fish and frogs, causing them to produce eggs in their testes. Sounds a bit like a sci-fi story, huh? Unfortunately, this is ...
Views: 2578(1 vote) - The Swine Flu Epidemic: How Worried Should We Be? - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2009 from Lynn Baer, M.A.I posed this question in early October to the Mayo Clinic, Center for Disease Control, World Health Organization, and a few medical practitioners on the front lines in Chicago, Baltimore and Dallas. I was looking for the real truth behind the wildly conflicting information emerging from media ...
Views: 1317 - Herbal Skin Care Products May Not be What They Seem - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from Valerie RosenbaumBefore you buy herbal skin care products, be sure to read the label of ingredients. If the product is manufactured in the US, manufacturers are not required to use herbs or plant-based oils. In fact, they can use the term on their labels and still include any ingredients that they want. ...
Views: 1307(7 votes) - Acne Treatments That Over-Dry And Why To Avoid Them - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from Mark DanielsThere are many things to think about when choosing an acne product. Many people focus on ingredients, which is a smart thing to do, and others tend to measure whether the ingredients are all natural or chemical based. One thing that many consumers overlook, however, is the fact that many of ...
Views: 1706(1 vote) - It Is Easier to Change Your Interpretations of Stress Than the Cause of Your Stress - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from Marc LernerWhen you face a challenge you cannot control (like a chronic illness, losing your job or the decision of another person); you can always control the way you interpret your perception of what happens. Victims are people that accept what happens as the only reality they deal with. The empowered ...
Views: 1239(3 votes) - How does Chiropractic help Pregnancy? - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Dr. Steve EdelsonDr. Steve Edelson (813) 831-8321 of Tampa, Florida has been practicing chiropractic for over 14 years. As a south Tampa chiropractor, he has had the opportunity to help people with a variety of issues. He is an expert at helping people to eliminate the cause of most pain. He is also an expert at ...
Views: 1268 - Which Clay Mask is right for you? - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2010 from Fiona McCollA Clay Mask will detoxify and moisturise your skin at the same time. A Clay Facial Mask draws out toxins from the skin and stimulates blood circulation, invigorating and renewing your skin. If your skin looks dull then a clay mask is the best natural DIY skin care treatment to add to your skin ...
Views: 3807 - Adult Acne - a Natural Remedy - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2012 from Tony BurnellAdult acne affects literally millions of people. We tend to think of acne as a teenage problem but, according to the American Academy of Dermatology, it is the most common skin disorder in the United States. Consider this: · Over 50 percent of women of all ages suffer from acne at some stage ...
Views: 1359 - Teenagers' Acne – Take Control in Two Steps - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2012 from Tony BurnellThere are two steps you can take to reduce acne breakouts in teenagers: 1. Cut back on milk and milk products 2. Cut back on highly refined carbohydrates The Problem with Milk Dr. Jerome Fisher made a study of teenagers coming through his medical practice and he was convinced milk and ...
Views: 1222 - Do you need a parasite cleanse? - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from Gregory E WhiteThe World Health Organisation estimates over 3.5 billion people are currently suffering from a parasite infection and it’s not just a problem in the third world. Up to 80% of people living in developed countries have parasites living inside them, feeding on the vital nutrients from the food they ...
Views: 1297(1 vote) - Health Care Reform & Chiropractic - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from Dr. Steve EdelsonDr. Steve Edelson (813) 831-8321, a chiropractor in South Tampa, has been helping people who suffer with pain for over 14 years. He helps to eliminate the cause of the pain. Dr. Edelson treats children, and people of all ages. He is also an expert at helping people who have injuries from an ...
Views: 1525(1 vote) - What Do Hot Flashes Have To Do With Anxiety? - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2009 from Kris CallowayHot flashes triggered by anxious feelings are characterized by extra blood flow to the skin and perception of heat. Anxious hot flashes have a variety of extra minor side effects such as sweaty palms of your hands. Anxiety hot flashes are analogous to the hot flashes experienced by menopausal ...
Views: 6749(2 votes) - The Seven Stages to Recovery - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2009 from Peter RoseThe path from ill health to good health takes 7 stages; odd how often 7 comes up. Shakespeare claimed there were 7 ages of human existence, it was said there were 7 wonders of the world, 7 deadly sins and we could go on. The ancient belief systems claimed that a Sharman had to go through 7 ...
Views: 3089 - What is the Future of Organic Foods? - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2009 from Chef Marty RichardsonThe organic food craze has gotten a solid footing and has spread across the world like an errant wildfire. While more people are switching to healthier, organic versions of their favorite fruits, vegetables, meats and other products, does this mean that traditional food and farming will become a ...
Views: 1710(2 votes) - Time for an Acupuncture Tune-Up? - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from Christina WolfUsually, people come in for acupuncture when they have a specific health problem they want to tackle. Only rarely does someone come in just to see how acupuncture can help them stay well, but the truth is that acupuncture is at its best when used as a tool to prevent illness and maintain ...
Views: 2349(3 votes) - To Vaccinate or Not To Vaccinate: That Is the Question - by Submitted on May 23, 2010 from Brad CaseIn previous articles, I’ve tried to educate you on what bacteria and viruses really are and what they do so that you’re not so scared of them. I’ve done this because antibiotics, antiviral medications and vaccinations all have major downsides and side effects that you’ll want to avoid if you ...
Views: 1569(3 votes) - Omega-3 and Omega-6: Striking the Right Balance - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2009 from Dr. Nathalie BeauchampDo you remember when you were young and your parents forced you to take ?sh oil by the teaspoon, saying that it was good for you? Guess what? They were right! Omega-3 and Omega-6 are called essential fatty acids (EFAs) and are poly-unsaturated fats. Since your body cannot manufacture EFAs, ...
Views: 2029(1 vote) - Vitamin D and Sun Exposure: Shedding Some Light on The Issue - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2009 from Dr. Nathalie BeauchampThe media and healthcare professionals have highlighted the harms and consequences of exposure to sunlight, however, there are many important benefits to sun exposure as well, which are often overlooked. Furthermore, sunscreen is often seen as the healthy choice for sun protection, but this ...
Views: 1036(1 vote) - Natural Homemade Lip Balm That Love Your Lips - by Submitted on May 17, 2010 from Susan KatchurDuring the Fall and Winter seasons, especially, some people suffer with dried out, chapped and cracked lips. The severity of dry, chapped and cracked lips varies with each individual. Some people have a mild case of dryness and cracks while others suffer with severe cases. Some over the counter ...
Views: 1131(3 votes) - Vitamin D Deficiency... A Personal Story - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Nancy MooreWe didn't have a clue that Lin, my husband, had vitamin D deficiency. At first, it seemed like bad luck. Lin was always hurting somewhere. An aching joint here, a muscle pain there, back pain, and wrist pain. He was often tired. He just didn’t seem to have his usual energy reserves. We ...
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