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The Watercure Recipe - by Russell Mariani- Making Play a Priority - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2015 from Maria KhalifeHave you ever wondered why we crave the downtime a weekend away affords us? Consider the fact that our brains actually need leisure and fun to function. Just as exercise releases endorphins, so does laughter. Positivity and pleasurable activities give the brain a chance to “cool-down” from the ...
Views: 870 - Help Your Adrenals Help YOU - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2015 from Lisa BakerThere is a lot in the media, especially social media, about ‘adrenal fatigue’ these days. Adrenal Fatigue is not a recognized illness, not an actual diagnosis, but there is such a thing as Adrenal Insufficiency, and there are adrenal deficiencies. Likewise, there are also hyperadrenal ...
Views: 1377 - Alcohol Allergies and Anaphylaxis - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2015 from Brian WuWhen an individual is allergic to alcohol, he or she may experience life-threatening reactions. Anaphylaxis is the term used to describe a severe allergic reaction, which requires immediate medical attention. However, not everyone is aware of the potential for alcohol allergies. There are ...
Views: 1015 - Foods That Are Anti Inflammatory To Add To Your Plate - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2015 from Josef BichlerInflammation is a localized physical condition that results as a reaction to an injury or infection causing part of the body to become swollen, reddened, painful and hot. Internal inflammation can happen due to eating of processed foods, trans fats and sugars. A high level of inflammation can ...
Views: 564 - Muscle Testing: Science or Pseudo-Science? - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2015 from Jini CiceroI meet two types of people at conferences. One includes those hard-boiled guys (and occasionally gals) who demand empirical evidence to support something. “Show me the science,” is their mantra. If I say blueberries are brain food, they want to see three studies to support that claim. If I ...
Views: 1686 - Tried and Tested Activities on How to Lose Thigh Fat and Look Amazing - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2015 from Daniel WhiteA lot of people are looking for effective ways on how to lose thigh fat. Having beautifully shaped legs impact the way you look and feel about yourself. With sexy legs and thighs, there is nothing to be embarrassed about, and you can even wear short skirts and shorts without any ...
Views: 971 - Delectable and Easy-To-Make Healthy Snacks for Weight Loss - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2015 from Daniel WhiteAre you in search of healthy snacks for weight loss? Keep in mind that just because you want to lose weight, this does not mean you have to skip on snacks. There are still plenty of foods to eat that support your weight loss goals, and it is only a matter of knowing what these are. Just ...
Views: 924 - Practical Tips on How to Lose Belly Fat Naturally - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2015 from Daniel WhiteHaving a svelte body can boost one's confidence, so it is not surprising that many people are looking for ways on how to lose belly fat to slim down and achieve an amazing physique. After all, no one wants to wear a really chic dress and deal with a bunch of flabs sticking out. Moreover, ...
Views: 955 - Get to know the reasons causing severe knee pain: Part I - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2015 from Robin joKnee pain is the most common problem with the people of Melbourne. Thousands of people, irrespective of age, are suffering from it. Severe knee ache can be caused for various reasons. To get a proper a treatment, you need to know which one is causing yours. Are you suffering from knee pain ...
Views: 537 - Natural Foods That Are Anti Inflammatory - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2015 from Josef BichlerA simplest form of movement can make your day to day life difficult if you are suffering from arthritis or any other forms of joint pain. You may feel an urge to have a pain pill to get a quick relief from the inflammations but these anti inflammatory pills have side effects that can lead to ...
Views: 506 - Digestive Health Checklist: Learn what Risks to your Brain are Associated with Stomach Upset - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2015 from Lana ThomasDigestive Health Checklist What is the most important system in your body? Of course all eleven systems are important as a whole, but if you cannot absorb nutrients then your entire body will begin operating like a city in a brown out. Since your health depends so largely on your ability to ...
Views: 1578 - Severe neck pain: Causes and reasons behind it - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2015 from Robin joNeck joint takes a lot of pressure on the body. As the consequence, neck ache is increasing quickly among the people of all ages. It is a matter of discomfort that can be caused by an injury, any medical condition or mistreatment of your body. With the progress of the world, life has become ...
Views: 506 - Fishing in the Riviera Maya, Mexico - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2015 from Kat HartAre you looking to escape from your everyday routine? Do you want to spend some time in a tropical heavenly getaway? Look no further – we’ve found the perfect spot. Karisma Hotels and Resorts has a number of amazing locations right along the Riviera Maya coastline. These hotels are absolutely ...
Views: 1594 - Tuesday Tip - Exercise For Energy over 50 - Sally Thibault - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2015 from Sally ThibaultIn this video today I share with you the ABSOLUTELY best exercise you can do to MASSIVELY increase your ENERGY, your METABOLISM, your BONE STRENGTH and your POSTURE… and it can all be done in the living room at home… Here are my 5 top exercises 1. Pushups – My favourite all round exercise. ...
Views: 726 - #Tuesday Tip - My Awesome Protein Smoothie Recipe - Sally Thibault - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2015 from Sally ThibaultI am often asked about what I eat to keep my energy levels high. There are a number of things – but most specifically my husband and I are ‘vege-quarians’… we don’t eat meat, but we do eat wild caught fish. We are also sugar, dairy and wheat free. Through trial error and ‘intuitive’ ...
Views: 721 - Spice Up Your Life And Manage Your Arthritis, Joint Pain And Inflammation With Anti Inflammatory Spices - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2015 from Josef BichlerIt has been medically proven that our diet directly affects our health. In case of arthritis, a healthy diet comprising of among other food groups fruits, vegetables, and anti inflammatory spices have been used to successfully manage the condition and all the discomfort it is associated with. ...
Views: 549 - Some home remedies to get relieved from knee pain - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2015 from Robin joThe increasing competition and today’s rat-race has made our life, such fast and busy, that we have a less time to think and take care of our body. This negligence sometimes can end up to a terrible consequence. Knee pain is one of them. The knee is the largest joint in the body. The upper ...
Views: 531 - Is Your Food Your Medicine or Your Poison? - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2015 from Lynda EnrightI taught a class this morning where a gentleman asked me a question about a pre-Diabetes program that he is involved in. He was wondering my opinion on the eating plan that is being recommended. I won't go into detail on the description, but I told him I didn't agree that what was being promoted ...
Views: 839 - A Soldier's Story - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2015 from Dr. Sonara Carter-Barber“Music is therapy for the soul.” My love for music began, during my military career. I started listening to music in the early 1980’s for enjoyment, but as I expanded my taste in music, I discovered certain types of music relaxed me and other types gave me energy. My favorite genre of music is ...
Views: 1392(1 vote) - It Doesn’t Have To Be That Way - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2015 from Jennifer McLeodMental health challenges in children and young people are on the increase and are posing huge problems for them, adults and the society as a whole. Families and schools alike, are now feeling the impact of this surge of mental health crisis. Something needs to give and changes must be made in ...
Views: 1268 - Lifestyle and Wellness: How Daily Habits Become Health Problems - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2015 from Maria LawsonIt is hard for most people to imagine developing a chronic health condition. As we go through our daily lives, we do so with a presumption of perfect health. And what is interesting is that that we assume our good health is given right, not a combination of healthy habits and good luck. ...
Views: 1592 - Energy Clearing from the Inside Out – Five Benefits & Five Easy Tools for Staying Positive through Harshly Challenging Times - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2015 from T. Renee RichardsonAloha! In light of the increased media focus on strife between humans, with little emphasis placed on how to shift out of that constant struggle and evolve as a species, I feel compelled to offer this foundational perspective. These brief, easy to use tools empower individuals to hold more ...
Views: 1300(1 vote) - Brief Thoughts on Depression, 5 Basic Tools for Prevention & FREE Self-Care Guide Offer - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2015 from T. Renee RichardsonAloha! It has been just over a year now since the wake of Robin Williams's suicide resulted in a variety of questions and open forums for exploring & sharing information on the subjects of mental health & well-being, especially depression. I thought it a potent time to re-share the following ...
Views: 1232(1 vote) - Four Simple, Specific Techniques to Enjoy Your Transitions PLUS: FREE Self-Care Guide Offer! - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2015 from T. Renee RichardsonAloha! The phrases, "Focus on the positive," and, "What you focus on is what expands," have become as cliche as gluten issues. What do these phrases need in order to evolve from merely truthful to potently useful in helping you enjoy your transitions, such as retirement, career change, ...
Views: 1309(1 vote) - 10 Ways To Open Your Heart - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2015 from Lewisa G10 Ways To Open Your Heart Why would someone even want to open their heart? An open heart offers us so many possibilities and a connection to the Creator that is our birthright. It is actually a more natural state of being. Life is simply more full when your heart is open and you are most ...
Views: 1147 - Midlife obesity increases Alzheimer’s disease risk - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2015 from Victor MarchioneJust in case you need another reason to watch your waistline, researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), provide you with a compelling one; new research says midlife obesity may influence not only the chances of developing Alzheimer’s disease, but how early it will develop as ...
Views: 1126 - Rheumatoid arthritis breakthrough: Gene regulating severity of tissue damage identified - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2015 from Victor MarchioneRecently, there was a scientific breakthrough on the diagnosis ofrheumatoid arthritis (RA); a team of researches uncovered a protein that helps regulate the severity of tissue damage caused by RA. This discovery is going to provide a quicker and earlier diagnosis for patients who would ...
Views: 981 - Earbuds can cause hearing loss in the long run - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2015 from Victor MarchioneThe great musician Bob Marley once said, “One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain.” While Bob is right, if you let music hit you too hard, it can lead to a lot more than pain. Doctors worry that the steady onslaught of booming music, especially through earbuds, can ...
Views: 774 - A daily nap could reduce blood pressure, prevent heart attack - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2015 from Victor MarchioneIt’s a warm Sunday afternoon and you’ve just had a big lunch and a long walk. Now what? Recent research suggests that you should probably head over to the hammock or sofa and take a nap; it could help reduce blood pressure and prevent heart attack. Although most people don’t need a reason to ...
Views: 1008 - Concerned about cholesterol? You may not have to be… - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2015 from Victor MarchioneCholesterol is a fatty substance produced by the liver. It performs and assists in all sorts of bodily functions, including building cell membranes, nerve protectors and brain activity. It is also important for hormone production and the metabolizing ofvitamins like A, D, E and K. Without it we ...
Views: 962 - High protein foods boost cardiovascular health - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2015 from Victor MarchioneProtein is an essential part of our diet as it aids in muscle and tissue repair, provides specific immune defense and keeps us energized. Furthermore, a new study has revealed that high protein foods can also boost cardiovascular health. The research was done by the University of East Anglia ...
Views: 911 - A Look At Incorporating Anti Inflammatory Spices Into Your Diet - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2015 from Josef BichlerMany underlying conditions can cause inflammation in your body. Arthritis is a major source of inflammation as are other autoimmune diseases. Inflammation is a product of your body's immune system releasing white blood cells and other chemicals that can actually cause more harm than good. In ...
Views: 512 - Smiling and It's Many Benefits - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2015 from amanda hadleyThe Benefits of Smiling Recently I've been trying to smile more. I've noticed that whenever I smile I feel so much better. It's not that I don't smile because I'm unhappy, I just seem to have lost the smiling habit, or if I do smile, it's quick and fleeting. I'm practising smiling more, ...
Views: 1175 - Regular Exercise & Natural Diet is the key of healthy lifestyle - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2015 from Dr. Vikram ChauhanIt is said that Nature is man’s best friend. In spite of the advancement in science and technology, natural products have never failed to lose their importance. With progressive rise in the occurrence of lifestyle disorders like Hypertension, Obesity and Diabetes etc. it becomes very important ...
Views: 1075 - Health Benefits of Emerald (Panna) Gemstone - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2015 from Sanjeev KumarEmerald is a gemstone revered in Vedic astrology because of its immense healing powers. This precious gemstone, which is a derivative of a mineral called beryl, comes in an appealing green hue and has a wide array of health benefits. Popularly known as panna, emerald gemstone is associated with ...
Views: 1191 - Effects of Yoga on the Human Body - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2015 from Gunjan sharmaYoga teaches us to cure what need not be endured and endure what cannot be cured. As we start to walk out on the way, the way appears. As a single footstep will not make a path on the earth, so a single thought will not make a pathway in the mind. To make a deep physical path, we walk again and ...
Views: 1053 - Size doesn’t matter when it comes to the brain and IQ - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2015 from Victor MarchioneYou might think that a larger brain equals a larger IQ, but findings from the University of Vienna suggest that brain size doesn’t matter when it comes to IQ. Early findings from the 18th century had researchers believing that a large brain meant a smart individual, but thanks to the use of ...
Views: 717 - DNA Testing in India - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2015 from Rajesh AryaGone are the days when DNA testing was considered a dream in India. With the upcoming of new laboratories, so many people are relieved. Inside every living being, even microbes, there is a unique DNA structure. DNA is becoming the most popular method for identifying individuals. DNA profiling is ...
Views: 775 - Anti Inflammatory Vegetables To Incorporate Into Your Diet - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2015 from Josef BichlerInflammation is a normal part of the body's immune response but when it goes out of control like in the case of rheumatoid arthritis, it can actually damage the body. Surprisingly, foods have a great role to play when it comes to inflammation control. Foods that are high in unsaturated fats ...
Views: 477 - Are You Stressed? - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2015 from Womens Recreation, Inc.What is it that is stressing you? What do you do to reduce your stress level? There are two types of levels that can stress you, world issues and personal issues. The world issues are things that happen all over the world, they can be war, devastation brought on by Mother Nature or economic ...
Views: 1401 - Maintaining your diet when you are suffering from knee Osteoarthritis: Part 2 - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2015 from Robin joA lot of people of various ages are facing knee problems in this increasingly active world. One of the most common reasons being the issue of Osteoarthritis. But people can ease their problem of osteoarthritis by maintaining a proper diet and some routine exercises. In the last part (Part ...
Views: 469 - Stop calorie counting, start promoting nutrition for heart health - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2015 from Victor MarchioneA popular method for dieting is to count calories. Recommended daily calories for a sedentary senior male is around 2,000 and 1,600 for females. Of course, this would increase if a person is active. Counting calories seems like a universal way to lose or maintain weight, but it’s important to ...
Views: 886 - Goth teens can be more vulnerable to depression - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2015 from Victor MarchioneDepression goes beyond the normal ups and downs of life. Sufferers of depression experience days, months and years of extreme lows that include a disinterest in life. Although the exact cause of depression is unknown, genetic and environmental factors are thought to play a role in the ...
Views: 839 - Is There Really Any Connection Between Smoking And Hot Flashes? - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2015 from Margaux DiazSmoking is a bad habit that has negative effects on your health and there are countless reasons why you should quit. Here’s one more – women who smoke experience more hot flashes as they transition through menopause. Scientists have conducted several studies which observed the effects of smoking ...
Views: 1741 - The Beauty and Beast of Being Unattractive - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2015 from Anna RodriguezW’ve been told countless times that beauty is only skin deep and that inner beauty is what really counts. Although this is true, we can’t deny the influence of physical appearance in our daily lives. After all, this is what people see first and this is how first impressions are usually based on. ...
Views: 1112 - Indian Diet Plan For Healthy Weight Loss - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2015 from Gaurang ChandaranaIt will dependably be best on the off chance that you help to roll out little improvements. A diet doesn't imply that you have to essentially roll out positive improvements to dietary patterns overnight. Doing this can be immensely testing thus it is normally a great deal more viable to make a ...
Views: 1043(1 vote) - Effective And Natural Foods That Are Anti Inflammatory - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2015 from Josef BichlerInflammation can cause swelling, significant pain and discomforts in affected body parts. Worse still, uncontrolled inflammation is closely linked to painful joint conditions, such as arthritis. The good thing is that there are natural ways to reduce inflammation, such as eating foods that are ...
Views: 507 - Lost Libido? 6 Possible Causes You Should Know About - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2015 from Rachelle WilberLibido is the desire to engage in sexual activity, sometimes referred to as sex drive. Throughout life, it is normal for libido levels to vary. However, in around 5% of men, low or absent libido becomes chronic. Although the incidence of low libido increases with age, age itself is not a cause ...
Views: 1014 - Release Worry and Gain Creativity! - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2015 from Nancy Gentle BoudrieDo you find yourself waking up in the morning and immediately starting to worry or ruminate on areas of your life? If you answered yes, no judgement it’s human nature! Awareness is power! Change this process and you change your outlook on life and what you attract. You hold the power to ...
Views: 1157(1 vote) - Slow Down! Enjoy Your Food and Enjoy Your Life - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2015 from Lynda EnrightHow long does it take you to eat a meal? 5 minutes, 10, 20? You may have learned that it takes at least 20 minutes for your brain to get the message that you are full. Many of us don't spend enough time eating to wait for that message. In addition to preventing overeating, eating more slowly can ...
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