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- How to Get Taller Naturally and Fast – Grow Taller At Any Age! - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from Phillip TomA lot of people believe that how tall you are going to be when you become adult is entirely tied to the genetic factors. A lot of people believe that tallness is a factor that is hereditary and you are going to grow to be tall if the members of your family are tall. Despite the fact that these ...
Views: 2083(1 vote) - The Problem of Nutrition, The Praise of Raw Food - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Kytka Hilmar-JezekEhrenfried Pfeiffer’s asked Rudolf Steiner why people today appear unable to develop and act according to all they learn and seem to know. Steiner replied: “This is a problem of nutrition.” In Waldorf schools worldwide, there is a conscious effort to keep school snacks and meals as natural as ...
Views: 2081(20 votes) - Weight Loss: Can I Eat Less Without Feeling Hungry? - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2012 from Khandee AhnaimuganWhat if I told you that there was a way to lose weight that didn't require pain, deprivation or suffering? You would think that in this world of quick fixes and easy options that people would embrace a solution that doesn't involve deprivation and suffering? But they don't. Why? Because we ...
Views: 2081 - One of the best pizza sauce in the world Recipes - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Lisa BeverleyWhen you're in the mood for a great tasting pizza, you really want something that tastes good. If it's the crust, toppings, or pizza sauce, you want a great taste. In fact, you may want to eat the best pizza sauce in the world in their pizzas. This is very good, because here's a recipe for ...
Views: 2077 - Delicious Cat Cookie Recipes - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2010 from Alice pizaeBaking cat cookies is a fun and easy way to spoil your cat using healthy and tasty ingredients. Most cats enjoy an occasional extra morsel and with a few basic cat cookie recipes, turning out your next batch is just around the corner! And why buy treats when you have easy cat cookie recipes ...
Views: 2075(3 votes) - Diet During Typhoid And Menopause - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2012 from book mydoctorTyphoid is a bacterial disease caused by ingestion of food or water infected by salmonella enterica. Typhoid is also known as typhoid fever. Few symptoms of typhoid are: • Fever as high as 103° to 104° F (39° to 40° C) • Weakness • Stomach pains • Headache • Loss of appetite ...
Views: 2075 - The Importance Of Keeping Your Body Well Hydrated - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Will YapIt is very important that people of all age group from babies to teens to adults to old people to stay hydrated. Infants and babies are more prone to dehydration because of their smaller body weights and higher turnover of water content in the body. Also elders and people who are sick are ...
Views: 2071 - Vitamin B Functions, Sources And Deficiencies - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2008 from Dr John AnneVitamin B refers to a group of 8 vitamins. They are vitamin B1 (Thiamine), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid), vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine), vitamin B7 (Biotin), vitamin B8 (myo-inositol), vitamin B9 (Folic acid) and vitamin B12 (Cobalamin). Vitamin B plays a ...
Views: 2070(1 vote) - Is It Possible? Nutritious, Low-Calorie, Filling Foods to Satisfy Hunger! - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2010 from Andrew HunterWhen folks decide to lose weight by going on a diet, they often find that they're constantly dealing with hunger, threatening to force them off the diet. It's a generally accepted maxim that you must use more calories during the day than you consume through eating. You don't want to struggle ...
Views: 2069(1 vote) - Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Eating - Carrot - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Eric SmithThe Carrot is from the family Apiaceae with the botanical name of Daucus carota. Carrots are a common Root vegetable with a traditional orange colour. Though the orange variety is the typical favourite, there are white, purple and red varieties available. The vegetable of the carrot plant is a ...
Views: 2068(1 vote) - Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Eating - Bok Choy - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2011 from Eric SmithBok Choy (pak choi) or Chinese Cabbage as it is commonly known is a member of the Brassicaceae family. Botanically classified as Brassica rapa with sub species “chinensis” or “pekinensis”. The common form grown around the world is “chinensis” which is also commonly referred to as “White cabbage” ...
Views: 2067 - Yes, Your Stomach Actually Shrinks When You Diet! - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from William AndersonA reader and client has written in asking, “Does my stomach actually shrink after a few weeks of eating less, or is it all in my imagination?” Years ago, it was thought that your stomach doesn't really shrink, it only feels like it. With the current research, much to my surprise, the answer is ...
Views: 2067 - Learn How to Increase Height Easily without Adopting Artificial Means - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2012 from Lance WardThe growth enthusiasts at How to Grow Taller provides an in-depth idea about the natural growth enhancers that are usually missed out in the daily routine life of individuals. The plan takes care of your entire how to increase height concerns with positive results. Short heighted individuals ...
Views: 2065 - Can You Stop Sugar Cravings Permanently? - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2009 from Natalie DiromaCan we control our sugar cravings permanently? The answer is an absolute YES! The most important aspect of our health is determined by the foods we choose to eat. We are in the midst of the greatest health care crisis to hit the modern western world – obesity. What is even more concerning is ...
Views: 2062(2 votes) - Is The Sun Really Bad For You? - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Angie LewisIs the sun really bad for you? In a nutshell, if you abuse it, it is bad for you, but what isn’t bad for you when you abuse it? The truth is in moderation the sun “on your skin” is VERY good for your health. Even fair skinned individuals can bask in the sun in moderate doses. There is too much ...
Views: 2062 - Nitrates in Baby Food- What Every Parent Needs to Know! - by Submitted on May 26, 2008 from Dr.Chetali SamantThe concern over various toxins contaminating the vegetable produce and the water that we consume is growing day by day. Not only toxins but certain naturally occurring substances in plants when present in excess can also act like toxins and one of them is nitrates. Well water in certain areas ...
Views: 2062 - Karela (Momordica Charantia) herb is very useful in Diabetes Mellitus - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2009 from Hamneet MadanBitter Melon, also known as Karela, Momordica Charantia or Bitter Gourd is a herb that helps regulate blood sugar levels and keeps body functions operating normally. It contains Gurmarin, a polypeptide considered to be similar to bovine insulin, which has been shown in experimental studies to ...
Views: 2060(2 votes) - Kiwi Fruit Benefits: Kids΄ Health in Focus - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2012 from Nicos StylianouThere are numerous kiwi fruit benefits. Kids, older people and regular adults all benefit from this magical fruit. In here, we will focus on the main health and nutritional benefits that kiwis can provide children. Children with respiratory problems In a study conducted in Italy, ...
Views: 2059(1 vote) - The time-tested natural remedies to cure asthma permanently - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2011 from Lisa BeverleySo well, the increasing number of patients with asthma is becoming quite scary. But what can be done, when the number of factors in air and water, that asthma is increasing in proportion fear itself? So to all those who suffer from asthma and can not leave the house without his inhaler, here are ...
Views: 2055 - Treatment of OPLL (Ossification of the Posterior Longitudinal Ligament) in Ayurveda - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2018 from Dr. Vikram ChauhanOssification of the posterior longitudinal ligament (OPLL) is a peculiar condition where your flexible posterior longitudinal ligament has a reduction in its flexibility due to thickening. The posterior longitudinal ligament originates from the second cervical vertebrae spine and it travels ...
Views: 2055 - How to Choose the Best Digestive Enzymes? - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2012 from Xylene BelitaChoosing the best digestive enzyme supplement may take some hard work. There are many aspects you will need to consider. Always remember that looks aren't everything; "don't judge a book by its cover", so they say. Supplements that come in attractive packaging may not necessarily mean they are ...
Views: 2054(1 vote) - ***How Many Calories Per Day Should I Consume to Lose Weight? - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2014 from Mike CaldwellI am frequently asked “how many calories per day should I consume to lose weight?” This is a loaded question for so many different reasons. The first problem is that so many people think that it is primarily the balance of calories in versus calories out that determine weight loss or ...
Views: 2052(1 vote) - Eat To Beat The Flu: 7 Tips to Prevent Seasonal Viruses with Simple Food Choices - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2009 from Jill FlemingCold and flu viruses need an acidic environment that lacks oxygen to live. When your diet consists of a lot of processed, refined and sweet foods you are creating this ideal environment. No wonder so many kids get sick right after Halloween! Do you read the ingredient list on all of your food ...
Views: 2052(2 votes) - 7 Useful Tips to Help Reduce the Fat Contents in Your Favorite Meals - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2011 from Saeed SikiruIt's easier to keep track of the amount of fats you eat; if you understand which foods are naturally high in fat. It's also easier to figure out pleasant and acceptable changes in your eating habits when you know something about how fats function in your favorite foods. Below are some ...
Views: 2051(1 vote) - 7-Minute Sweet Potatoes - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2012 from George MateljanAdd this easy-to-prepare, great tasting recipe to your Healthiest Way of Eating, and you will also be provided with 681% of the Daily Value for health-promoting vitamin A! Prep and Cook Time: 7 minutes Serves 2 Ingredients: • 1 lb sweet potatoes, diced (if organic, do not peel) • 2 ...
Views: 2049 - Do you have "Orthorexia?" Why wanting a healthy diet is now a disease - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2011 from William CoursonYou may think that you’re doing yourself and your family a wonderful service by only keeping healthy foods in the house, explaining all things flax seed to them and talking about colon cleansing, but all your hard work and healthily zealous behavior may actually have a negative impact on ...
Views: 2046(2 votes) - Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Eating - String Beans - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2011 from Eric SmithString Beans are one of the most nutritious vegetables grown commercially for food. String Beans are high in B Group vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, and a rich source of vitamin C. String beans are also exceptionally high in Amino acids Phenylalanine, Isoleucine, Leucine, Valine, Methionine, ...
Views: 2046 - Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Eating - Watermelon - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2011 from Eric SmithThe Watermelon is a hard skinned Berry known as a pepo. Botanically recognised as Citrullus lanatus, it is a member of the Cucurbitaceae family, which also included Pumpkins, Zucchini and Gourds. Though officially a berry, watermelon is rarely recognised as such in the general ...
Views: 2046 - Behavior and Nutrition - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Grace AllisonThe link between nutrition and behavior is profound and dramatic. Hair analysis can help identify and guide the correction of many cognitive, emotional and behavioral imbalances. Here are some of the most well researched links between nutrition and behavior. Toxic Metals Extensive medical ...
Views: 2041(2 votes) - Tired of those protein shakes? 5 ways to bring new life to your protein powder! - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2012 from Mark TomlinsonProtein powder is a crucial part of your workout. Truth be told however, by now you're bored with those shakes. Shakes are a fantastic option for those just beginning because they offer a good taste and enough interest to help keep you going. They're easy to make, too. After a while, though, you ...
Views: 2040 - Prunes in Orange Sauce - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2012 from George MateljanWho would think you could get omega-3 fatty acids from a prune recipe? This recipe not only provides a very good source of health-promoting vitamin C but 19% of your Daily Value for omega-3s. It is a great breakfast dish served alone or over oatmeal or polenta. It also makes a great dessert; ...
Views: 2038(2 votes) - 5-Minute Kale with Sea Vegetables - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2012 from George MateljanTry this unusual combination of two great World's Healthiest Foods - kale and sea vegetables! And it only takes a matter of minutes to prepare. Prep and Cook Time: 15 minutes Serves 4 Ingredients: - 1 pound kale Mediterranean Dressing: - 2 tsp lemon juice - 1 medium clove ...
Views: 2031(3 votes) - ***Garlic Honey with Susun Weed - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2013 from Susun WeedGarlic Honeyc. 2012, Susun WeedOne of my favorite remedies to have on hand for the winter is garlic honey. It is super easy to make and ready almost immediately to counter sore throats, colds, the flu, lung congestion, and sinus problems. I use a smallish jar (4-8 ounces/125-250ml) with a ...
Views: 2030(1 vote) - Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Eating - Pumpkin (Winter Squash) - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2011 from Eric SmithPumpkin is from the plant family Cucurbitaceae of the genus Cucurbita pepo. It is a common genus and species with many cultivars including; Acorn squash, Delicata squash, Gem squash, Heart of gold squash, Pattypan squash, Pumpkin, Zucchini and many others. Some Pumpkins belong to other species’ ...
Views: 2030(1 vote) - The Need to Eat Organic Produce - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2010 from Dr. Alicia ArmitsteadA common question I get from my patients ‘is it worth the money to buy organic?’ It is a very good question and let me explain to you why the answer is yes. Eating organic produce is not just about avoiding pesticides and fungicides but about eating food that is more nutrient dense. Organic ...
Views: 2030(1 vote) - Bee Healthier - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2008 from Case Adams NaturopathThe honeybee might sting, but it sure has a sweet bite. The lowly bee goes from flower to flower collecting their pollens and plant proteins, only to return to the hive to manufacture some of the most complex and healthy superfoods known to humans. Local Raw Honey This sweet nectar is loved by ...
Views: 2028 - 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: 2027(1 vote) - 9 Alkaline Foods which cleanse toxic acids from your body - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2017 from Dr. Vikram ChauhanThe 8th chapter of Ashtanga Hrudayam Sutrasthana of Ayurveda includes right quantity of food intake, right time to take food, types of indigestion and their treatment, right method of food intake etc. What are Acidic foods? The foods that contain ingredients in not in their natural ...
Views: 2025 - Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Eating - Acai Berry - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Eric SmithA Berry similar in size and colour of the Blueberry, the acai berry contains a large single seed in the middle of a fleshy pulp. Acai Berry is a Native to the Amazon Rainforest. A member of the Arecaceae family, the Acai Berry is Botanically recognised as Euterpe oleracea. The berry is born ...
Views: 2025 - How to Manage & Heal Ulcerative Colitis - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2015 from Julie DohertyOn Rising: Have a warm glass of water with a half of a lemon squeezed into it. Then clean your teeth. Breakfast: - Mixed Berry Smoothie ½ - 1 cup of Frozen Berries The rind of one lemon (full of bioflavonoids antioxidant properties) ½ - 1 cup of Paris Creek or Greek yoghurt You can also ...
Views: 2025 - Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Eating - Garlic - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Eric SmithNot a root vegetable, but grown underground just the same, Garlic is a nutritious vegetable of the Alliaceae family. Botanically recognised as Allium sativum, Garlic is closely related to Shallots, Onions, Leek and Chives. Garlic has been used for centuries for both Medicinal and edible ...
Views: 2024(1 vote) - What Are the Recommended Daily Vitamins for Women? - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2012 from Xylene BelitaIn order to stay healthy and keep away from certain diseases and illnesses, you should do what you can to know what the different recommended daily vitamins for women are. Vitamins are important for every person, to men, women and the children. Why are vitamins emphasized to be important to a ...
Views: 2023(1 vote) - Health Diet - Controlling Bipolar Mood Disorders by Modifying Your Diet - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2010 from Candice McInnesBy changing to the bipolar diet [designed for people with a Bipolar disorder] you can stabilize your mood and prevent mood swings, another bonus of this diet is weight loss and increased energy levels. What is Bipolar disorder? This is a condition involving cycles of depression, elation ...
Views: 2022(1 vote) - Do Vigorous Exercise Enthusiasts Need to Ingest Salt Tablets - by Submitted on May 10, 2007 from Connie LimonSweat does have salt in it; however, you do not need to ingest salt tablets after working out vigorously. Even sweating 1 to 3 quarts per hour of exercise would not require extra salt. In addition, if you train hard on a regular basis, you are not likely to develop a salt deficiency even with ...
Views: 2021 - Health Benefits of Organic Lifestyle - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2017 from James BurbankThere’s an increasing number of people switching from their usual, not-so-healthy lifestyle to healthier, organic alternatives. The reasons behind this are fairly simple: the soil we use to grow our crops is filled with pesticides that seep into our food and water sources, while ...
Views: 2014 - A Solution To The Obesity Epidemic In America? - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2012 from Tom Corson-KnowlesThe United States is the richest country in the world, yet it's state of health is shameful, especially when it comes to our children. Childhood obesity in America is skyrocketing at an alarming rate. The rate of childhood obesity in preschool age children in America has risen from 5% in 1980 ...
Views: 2012 - Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Eating - Olive Oil - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2011 from Eric SmithOlive Oil is obtained from the fruit of Olea europaea of the Oleaceae family. Commonly known as The Olive Tree. One of the healthiest oils available it is perhaps the world’s most popular oil used commonly in cooking. In addition it is also used in Cosmetics and Soaps as well as in ...
Views: 2012 - How to Build Bigger Biceps - Exercises & Weight Gain Fundamentals - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from James McLainIf you want to know how to build bigger biceps then you need to know more than just a few good exercises to do down at the gym. You also need to know the weight gain fundamentals that will aid you in your bodybuilding efforts for all parts of your body not just your arms! The biceps however ...
Views: 2012(3 votes) - Is Microwave Popcorn Healthy or Dangerous? - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsLately, my friends and I have been on a total microwave popcorn kick. Trader Joe's sells 130 calorie packages that pop up nice and tastey. It's easy, flavorful, low-cal -- and fiber rich. But more and more, just the thought of the popcorn has been making me feel a little ill. And today, despite ...
Views: 2012(2 votes) - Advice and Benefits of Organic Health Supplements and Vitamins - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2019 from Veronica SmithA body requires various nutrients such as Fats, Carbohydrates, Minerals, Water, and vitamins. All these components are very much essential for the human body for proper flourishing and functioning. For this, an appropriate intake of minerals and vitamins, a proper diet should be followed. ...
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