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The Watercure Recipe - by Russell Mariani- Nourishing Your Brain-The Link Between Stress And Nutrition (Part 2) - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2008 from Michelle TaylorEating patterns are important to mental performance and a change can affect overall nutrient intake. During periods of stress, some people will eat less, some may eat more, and others may turn to alcohol or subsist on coffee. No two individuals will react the same. Each scenario can cause an ...
Views: 2054(1 vote) - Acupressure for Emotional Health & Beauty - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Dr. Spence PentlandAcupressure is an ancient healing technique using the fingers (vs. needles) to stimulate acupuncture points. It is used for general health preservation and the self-treatment of disease. The 7 key acupressure points explained below effectively stimulate the body's natural self-curative ...
Views: 2045(2 votes) - Benefits of Skipping Rope - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2013 from Project Management CompanionFew exercise methods can compete with the grown-up version of "jump rope", when it comes to improving cardiovascular efficiency. Skipping rope is good for, "endurance" for certain types of exercise, as just a few minutes of jump rope can be as taxing as running or other aerobic or cardiovascular ...
Views: 2045 - 3 Cool Things Dr. Oz Taught Me - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2013 from Roberta MittmanDr. Oz--you know that name! The famous doctor was one of the medical experts who spoke at the recent Integrative Healthcare Symposium. I'd like to share some of his important presentation points with you--and some tips from my files for turning Dr. Oz's advice into a plan that works for you, for ...
Views: 2044(3 votes) - The Way to Put On Pounds for Women - Gaining the Curves without the Flab - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2011 from Simone BrownMany women today worry about their weight, especially on how to put on weight for women who don't have the curves that make men take a second look. If you are one of those who keep on contemplating this, then keep reading as this article will surely help you to get sexy and curvy in no time at ...
Views: 2042 - Minerals - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2011 from Popa WoolseyMinerals are essential to the healthy functioning of the body. They include iron, iodine, chloride, boron, and copper. Minerals are found in a variety of food sources including broccoli, chicken, beets, berries, whole grains, oranges, nuts, cabbage, organic eggs, wild fish, corn on the cob and ...
Views: 2041 - Your Loud Snoring Stigma - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Marie MalacamanDon’t chuckle. There is a secret pity attached to snoring. Sure, we’ve heard everything before, the well-meant, all-in-good-fun ribbing a snorer goes through if the sound of their own nighttime buzzing is really discovered to many people. Many people who snore are able to shrug that away as well ...
Views: 2040(1 vote) - Can You Shave Your Legs After Varicose Vein Treatment? - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2018 from Marina PalMost women who seek varicose vein treatment don't want to walk around with hairy legs after their procedure! So, common questions that vein doctors get asked after varicose vein treatment is, "Can I shave my legs?" or "When can I shave my legs?" The answer to this of course will vary with the ...
Views: 2039 - Ladies Going Bald - Grow Hair With Brainwave Entrainment - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2012 from Wanina PetlockIs your hair thinning? Has it lost it's girth, let alone it's colour? Has something in your biological system shut down and your locks are missing in action? Maybe you don't know why your hair is disappearing. Maybe it's stress. Actually it's a little known fact that as we age, yes even women, ...
Views: 2039 - Pleasure vs. Pain - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Anthony DAlessandroWhen I listen to a speaker, even if I get just one or two things from them, it’s a success. I don’t expect you to do everything I say, just take the things that work for you. Take a few nuggets and apply them to your life and you’ll start seeing dramatic results. Now the name of this article ...
Views: 2039(2 votes) - Ingredients In Your Shampoo – Important! Read This Before You Buy! - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2009 from Christine FarlowShampoo ingredients are most likely the last thing on your mind when choosing your shampoo. You're probably most interested in what the shampoo is going to do for your hair. How soft, silky and shiny will it make your hair look? Does it make it look healthy? What about repairing damaged ends? ...
Views: 2037(1 vote) - Take Care of Yourself to Attract Success and Prosperity - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2013 from Pat HeydlauffWhat did you do for yourself today that helped you be more energetic, productive and prosperous while reducing your stress and anxiety about the future? Do you believe there is something you can do or you need to do to change the status quo or do you feel it is out of your control? The ...
Views: 2036(1 vote) - Brain Training Can Nurture The Genius In All Of Us. - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2014 from Brian ConnellBrain training can nurture the genius in all of us as the idea that our Intelligence Quotient (IQ) is an inherited trait is fixed for life is a common but mistaken one. Decades of research have now shown that intelligence levels are relatively malleable. More importantly, research carried out by ...
Views: 2035 - What is the best liver Detox? - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2012 from Prof. George GrantUse one Tablespoon of [Olive Oil + Apple cider Vinegar + Lemon Juice] + a dash of Cayaane Pepper on your salads daily. Add Lemon to your water daily. You can also use Milk Thistle to detox your liver every quarter. Avoiding food additives, medications, pesticides is the best way to protect ...
Views: 2035 - B Immune All Natural Immune System Boost - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Jon WisemanBoost the Immune System & Maintain Optimal Health with a B. Immune Boost! Why B Immune System BoostSystem Boost is the World’s Best Daily Health Supplement! How the All-Natural Antivirals in B Immune System BoostProtect Your Body When you think about how quickly pathogens evolve ...
Views: 2033(1 vote) - Morning walk -a fitness mantra - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2012 from Anand kumarIn today’s scenario, it has been seen that you generally tends to construct up more busy scheduled therefore as an outcome you inevitably caught into a turmoil of many health issues …therefore, when question arises regarding fitness “morning walk” is one such solution comes in handy, As you all ...
Views: 2033 - Anger Management Groups – the Benefits and What to Expect - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2013 from Elisa IemmolaLearning how to control anger is a difficult challenge. Once you’ve overcome the first test, which is recognizing that you need help with your anger issues, you still have a long way to go. And it helps if you’ve got some folks to help you out. If you’re trying to decide between individual ...
Views: 2032(2 votes) - Forgetfulness vs. Alzheimer's - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2012 from Roberta MittmanSometimes I find myself saying "Did I forget to tell you about this?" And I know it's entirely possible that I might have." But I also know I have a lot of company. Maybe you, too, sometimes forget where you put the cell phone, whom you were going to email, or what your waiter's name is. Have ...
Views: 2031 - The Purpose of Illness - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Donna GershmanMany years ago, I worked with a woman who had cancer throughout her entire body and was preparing to die. She told me how she had been fighting the disease for years, had done every treatment, and now she was at the end. I listened to her story carefully and when she was done, I asked her one ...
Views: 2031(2 votes) - Create a Successful Wellness Plan - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2012 from Barbara AppelbaumWhen a New Year takes hold, it is always beneficial to reflect upon where you have been as well as look ahead to where you want to go. I was raised to always have a strategy for my life whether it be in the form of a one-year, five-year or ten-year plan. So as not to flounder, it’s always ...
Views: 2026(1 vote) - One of my areolas is bigger, Can it be fixed? - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2018 from Pankaj TiwariJust like the women they belong to, breasts come in different shapes and sizes. Some may be round and full, while others are slender and thinner. Often, breasts may be asymmetrical – one breast larger than the other. And like breasts, the areola or the darker area of skin that surrounds the ...
Views: 2025 - Law of Attraction Health and Wellness Guide: 5 Simple Steps to Overcome Illness and Manifest Health - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Nea Joy Justice1) Focus less on healing Because Universal Law of Attraction responds to the vibration of your thoughts, it is more beneficial to focus on health and wellness than it is to think of healing. Thoughts of healing are an improvement over thoughts of sickness, so they are indeed a step in the ...
Views: 2024(7 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: 2024(1 vote) - Curing Stress Related Sleep Disorders - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2011 from Dale MillerSleep disorders are fast becoming one of the most common problems faced by people today. One of the reasons no doubt for their frequency is the high levels of stress and anxiety present in today’s world. Most people find it very difficult to tune out and turn off at the end of the day. ...
Views: 2023(1 vote) - Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation for Sleep Apnea - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2009 from Steven ParkHere's a radically new approach to treating obstructive sleep apnea: hypoglossal nerve stimulation. I read about initial successful pilot studies many years ago out of Johns Hopkins, but thought the concept never took off since I didn't hear anything more. I was wrong. ImThera recently announced ...
Views: 2021(3 votes) - A 'Magic Bullet' For Treating Stroke - It's t-PA - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2013 from Junji TakanoIschemic stroke (cerebral infarction) is the most common type of stroke. It is a deadly condition caused by blockage or rupture of blood vessels in the brain. Paralysis on one side of the body is one of the sequelae of stroke. According to the World Health Organization, ...
Views: 2015(1 vote) - Does Milk Give You Acne? 10 Milk and Acne Tips - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2011 from James MillerIn the past it has been proven through observational studies that milk and other dairy causes acne. I have personally experienced severe acne when drinking excess 2% and whole milk. This article is to give you ten quick tips how to avoid acne by moderating various dairy consumption. Try these ...
Views: 2013 - How to Stay Healthy By Overcoming Stress - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2017 from Hafiz AkindeLeading a healthy life today is not an easy feat. There has been a huge shift from normal eating to horrible eating lifestyles, where people fail to exercise even after consuming lots of fast foods. This has led to a rise in health illness such as depression, high blood pressure, diabetes ...
Views: 2013(1 vote) - Corporate Wellness Program: Fitness Boot Camp Saves Money and Increases Productivity - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2010 from Bob Weinstein, Lt. Colonel, U.S. Army, RetiredCorporate Wellness Program: Fitness Boot Camp Saves Money and Increases Productivity By Lt. Col. Bob Weinstein, USAR-Ret. Make fitness boot camp a part of your corporate culture and you will build strong teams, increase productivity and change the lives of your employees. Successfully ...
Views: 2011(5 votes) - Health Diet - Quit Smoking and Eat Booster Foods to Limit Your Cravings - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2010 from Candice McInnesI am sure at least 99.9% of all smokers regret ever starting. Not only does it affect a person's health but it also causes tooth decay and can cause a person to smell like a full ashtray. Most smokers have tried to give up this nasty habit at least once, only to find that the self control ...
Views: 2010 - Discussing top three weight loss pills – Acomplia, Reductil and Xenical - by Submitted on Dec 31, 1969 from Harry WatsonAcomplia (Rimonabant) Indicated in the treatment of obesity and for the reduction of weight. And 'an antagonist drug action of cannabinoids, substances produced naturally by our bodies that cause the sensation of hunger, then by acting on cannabinoids receptors reduces appetite. It's ...
Views: 2006 - No Job is Worth Losing Your Health Over - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2011 from Young KimI once had as an account manager for a dotcom company, back when dotcoms were still new, and just before the bubble burst. I was single at the time, and I worked close to 12-hour days, seven days a week, by choice. I was on a steady diet caffeine, and fast food. I had no time to exercise, and ...
Views: 2006(3 votes) - When Does Tooth Extraction Hurt? - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2012 from Charles BergerTooth extraction is perceived by many people as very painful experience. This is the reasons why, there are some people who are hesitant to have their tooth extracted because they fear of the pain and the infection. By But does tooth extraction hurt? When does tooth extraction hurt? Why does ...
Views: 2005 - Lower Your High Blood Pressure Naturally Using Towel - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2014 from Junji TakanoMost people resort to the use of medicinal herbs or a strict low-salt diet as natural ways to lower high blood pressure. However, did you know that a towel can also be used to lower your hypertension? ## Here's what you need to do: 1. Bring out a towel and roll it up ...
Views: 2002(1 vote) - Get rid of Cold Sores, Prevent Fever Blisters - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2009 from Louis RichardTreating cold sores naturally is the route more and more people are taking. The reasons are varied as to why some of us seek out natural treatment options for fever blisters but for many of us, frustration is the root cause. It’s disappointing to go see your doctor to be prescribed an expensive ...
Views: 1998(1 vote) - The Dangers Of Using Plastic Containers And What To Do About It - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinMany raved about the many uses of plastic containers when it was introduced a few decades ago. Suddenly, almost all food products and beverages were sold in plastic bottles or in containers that were coated with plastic resins. In an effort to save precious time, people also started to heat and ...
Views: 1998(1 vote) - What style yoga for you? - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2010 from Daya Devi-DoolinIf you are desiring to begin learning about yoga and want to know what style might be best for you, you can find Yoga centers in your community through directory or online search for your locale. See if they offer a free class so you can get an idea if you like that style or not. Many schools ...
Views: 1998(6 votes) - Should I Use Boric Acid Vaginal Suppositories? - by Submitted on May 14, 2012 from Edith MillanIt cannot be helped, but a majority of ladies will suffer from a case of thrush at some point during their lives. The vaginal area is really a melting pot of bacteria and germs, changes in our bodies can lead to these germs getting out of whack and a yeast infection. This particular illness can ...
Views: 1997 - Sugar: The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2010 from Dr. Nathalie BeauchampIn 2009, it was estimated that more than 50% of North Americans consumed nearly half a pound of sugar PER DAY! Sugar is in almost everything we consume – from pretzels to soda, yet consuming it has proven to be very detrimental to our health. Several years ago we all went on low fat diet: low ...
Views: 1997(1 vote) - Common side effects of Oral Contraceptives - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from Prof. George GrantThe most common side effects of the birth control pills include nausea, headache, breast tenderness, weight gain, irregular bleeding, and mood changes. These side effects often subside after a few months' use. Scanty menstrual periods or breakthrough bleeding may occur but are often temporary, ...
Views: 1996(1 vote) - All you Need to Know About Sesamoiditis - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2012 from Steve RobertsDefinition of the Condition Put simply, sesamoiditis is an inflammation of the sesamoid bones. These tiny bones are embedded within a tendon, and are not joined to other bones by joints, making them somewhat unique. They are to be found in the knee, wrists, elbows and the feet. The foot ...
Views: 1993 - Tuning Into Your Body and Body-Mind Connections - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2010 from Stephanie AltHow in-tune are you with your body and overall health? The body-mind connection is truly phenomenal and for those of us blessed with good health this automatic signaling system is often taken for granted until our health becomes compromised. As we learn to pay closer attention we become more ...
Views: 1993 - Phentramin-d: A strong appetite suppressant - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2012 from Michael BretzmanPhentramin-d is a non-prescription appetite suppressant that anyone can buy from leading pharmacies. This diet pill is effective in quick weight loss and it is said that one could lose up to 25 pounds with this medicine within a month. The good thing about this diet pill is that it is relatively ...
Views: 1992 - Cure My Anxiety? - Meditation is the Gateway to Inner Peace - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2009 from Jonathan RoachHow can I cure my annxiety? Anxiety is very much an individual experience, and can be caused by a wide variety of physical complaints and life situations. It is of course quite normal and even necessary for our survival to be anxious in a frightening situation, but when continual and excessive ...
Views: 1990(2 votes) - Miracle Macro Greens - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2009 from i-Supplements comIn an over populated world filled with an endless number of illnesses, now more then ever its important to have a superior immune system. Each year Americans are bombarded with Influenza. This is commonly called the flu. This virus infects the respiratory tract (nose, throat, lungs). Unlike the ...
Views: 1990(2 votes) - The Scar Solution -a Thorough Review - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2012 from Arthur DepardieOne of the latest ebooks on the market is The Scar Solution. The subject of this ebook is ways to make scars less evident or maybe even eliminate them absolutely. Some scars are beyond the hope of any sort of treatment. One should keep the faith that there could be something to be done at some ...
Views: 1990 - Tips to Take Care of Tendons and Ligaments - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2014 from Lorraine MaitaTendons are bands of tissue that connect muscle to bone and ligaments connect bone to bone. Without them you can’t move. Collagen provides structure and strength while mucopolysaccharides hold them together to allow them to stretch, flex, bend and retain resilience against injury. Both tendons ...
Views: 1988 - What’s Behind The Thinning Hair And The Hair Loss? - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2010 from Robert KressProblems with thinning hair and actual hair loss are questions which I receive often. And where men are affected more often with total balding, many women are affected as they go through peri-menopause and menopause due to hormonal fluctuations. Alopecia Areata made news this week when Kayla ...
Views: 1988(1 vote) - Eating More Fruits and Vegetables Can Help You With Weight Loss - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2011 from April KocherFruits and vegetables can be very beneficial to you if you are trying to lose weight. Why? Because they are high in volume and low in calories and they fill you up. They also contain lots of nutrients your body needs, and when your body is getting the nutrients it needs you won't crave the ...
Views: 1984 - An Essential Component to Optimal Health: Supporting Nervous System Function Through Chiropractic Adjustments - by Submitted on May 18, 2009 from Douglas HusbandsAccording to an article published in the journal of the American Family Physician, there are at least 106,000 deaths each year in the United States from the side effects of properly prescribed medications[1], and that 10 percent of hospital admissions may be attributable to drug-induced ...
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