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The Watercure Recipe - by Russell Mariani- How To Treat Chickenpox - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2008 from Peter HutchChickenpox is a highly communicable disease caused by the varicella virus, a member of the herpes virus family. In temperate climates, chickenpox occurs most frequently in winter and early spring. Chickenpox is transmitted to others by direct person-to-person contact, by droplet or airborne ...
Views: 1230(1 vote) - How Our Bodies Tell Us Something Is Wrong - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2010 from Alicia CramerWe tend to be ignorant to the infinite intelligence of our bodies. If we get a paper cut we expect it to heal, yet when we have a headache we pop a pill and think nothing more of it. How many times have you ever thought, I wonder why I have this headache? Could it be caused by my current beliefs ...
Views: 3363(1 vote) - Restoring Joy To Giving - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2008 from Alisa LinnPeople with religious tendencies are often profuse givers. Depending on your personality, the desire to give can be so compelling that it easily gets out of balance, causing feelings of resentment when receivers respond with a lack of gratitude. Many of us are easily moved with compassion for ...
Views: 1246(1 vote) - Floatessence - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2008 from Emmanuel KadmonImagine! Floating weightlessly in the sky on a cloud of luxurious soft-ness..or hovering peacefully in outer space, totally free, beyond the constraints and addictive pull of gravity. Here, in this exquisite non-ordinary space of "just being," the brain, body, heart and mind rest ...
Views: 3857(1 vote) - Brain Tumor - Types With Their Treatments - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Peter HutchThe brain and spinal column make up the central nervous system (CNS), where all vital functions of the body are controlled. When tumors arise in the central nervous system, they are especially problematic because a persons thought processes and movements can be affected. These tumors can also be ...
Views: 715(1 vote) - Constipation - Causes Of Constipation - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Peter HutchConstipation means that a person has three or fewer bowel movement in a week. The stool can be hard and dry. Sometimes it is painful to pass. At one time or another, almost everyone gets constipated. In most cases, it lasts a short time and is not serious. Constipation is defined as having a ...
Views: 810(1 vote) - Blood Sugar - Symptoms Of Blood Sugar - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Peter HutchBlood sugar concentration, or glucose level, is tightly regulated in the human body. Normally, the blood glucose level is maintained between about 4 and 6 mmol/L (70 to 100 mg/dL). The total measurement of glucose in the circulating blood is therefore about 3.3 to 7g (assuming an ordinary adult ...
Views: 974(1 vote) - What is Pneumonia? How to Prevent from Pneumonia? - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2008 from Peter HutchPneumococcal is a serious disease that causes much sickness and death. In fact, pneumococcal disease kills more people in the United States each year than all other vaccine-preventable diseases combined. People with infectious pneumonia often have a cough producing greenish or yellow sputum ...
Views: 839(1 vote) - Genital Warts - Signs of Genital Warts - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2008 from Peter HutchGenital warts may be small, flat, flesh-colored bumps or tiny, cauliflower-like bumps. In men, genital warts can grow on the penis, near the anus, or between the penis and the scrotum. In women, genital warts may grow on the vulva and perinea area, in the vagina and on the cervix. Genital warts ...
Views: 906(1 vote) - How To Prevent From Diarrhea - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2008 from Peter HutchAntibiotics may benefit some adults with diarrhea. If selected carefully, antibiotics may decrease the severity of illness and shorten the duration of symptoms. If you have recently traveled out of the country or have been camping (and may have been exposed to contaminated water in the ...
Views: 826(1 vote) - Treatment - High Blood Pressure - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2008 from Peter HutchACE inhibitors stop the production of a hormone called angiotensin II that makes the blood vessels narrow. As a result, the vessels expand, improving blood flow. Tension in the circulation is also lowered by the kidneys filtering more fluid from the blood vessels into urine. This also helps ...
Views: 795(1 vote) - How To Get Rid Of Ear Infections - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2008 from Peter HutchThe surgeon selects a ventilation tube for your child that will remain in place for as long as required for the middle ear infection to improve and for the eustachian tube to return to normal. This may require several weeks or months. During this time, you must keep water out of the ears because ...
Views: 1418(1 vote) - Good Fun Is Necessary For Good Health - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2008 from Milica BarjaktarovicGood fun is a must for healing and good health. Why? Because it is relaxing, which provides tissues with enough circulation and nourishment. It is not taxing on the body but rather lets the body heal. It is a meditative state. Good fun happens when we take ourselves and earthly life with a grain ...
Views: 2756(1 vote) - Natural Treatment For Kidney Stones - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2008 from Peter HutchKidney stones are solid accumulations of material that form in the tubal system of the kidney. Kidney stones cause problems when they block the flow of urine through or out of the kidney. When the stones move along the ureter, they cause severe pain. Kidney stones probably aren’t caused ...
Views: 1404(1 vote) - Healthy Tips For Eye Care - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from Peter HutchPrevention is better than cure .This is applicable for eye health too. Eye care is better than eye cure. So do take good care of your eyes. This can be done by taking in lot of vitamins especially vitamin A into your diet. Other diets that are rich in minerals are also good to eyes .Some of the ...
Views: 996(1 vote) - AIDS - How To Prevent Aids - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from Peter HutchAIDS stands for Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. AIDS is the result of damage to the immune system. A damaged immune system is unable to protect the body against certain specific 'opportunistic' infections and tumours. These are called opportunistic because they are caused by organisms ...
Views: 1785(1 vote) - The Usefulness Of Light Therapy In The Treatment Of Fibromyalgia - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2008 from Ellis ChenFibromyalgia (FM) is a chronic illness, which causes immense physical pain and unbearable fatigue. The word ‘fibromyalgia’ actually means “pain in the fibrous tissues in the body” and as such does not involve the joints, as rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. It is not classified as a ...
Views: 1785(1 vote) - Indoor Air Quality: How Important Is It? - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2008 from Ellis ChenFor many people, the importance of indoor air quality does not become apparent until they discover that they or someone close to them has one form of allergy or the other. The link between a wide range of allergies and the quality of the air we breathe is continually being made as reported cases ...
Views: 1569(1 vote) - Urinary Tract Infection - Natural Cure For Urinary Tract Infection - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2008 from Peter HutchA urinary tract infection (UTI) is a bacterial infection that affects any part of the urinary tract. Although urine contains a variety of fluids, salts, and waste products, it usually does not have bacteria in it. When bacteria get into the bladder or kidney and multiply in the urine, they cause ...
Views: 1097(1 vote) - Foot Care - Herbal Remedies For Foot Care - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2008 from Peter HutchThe way your feet look gives the observer an idea of the way in which you take care of yourself. Everyone wants to have beautiful and healthy feet. To have beautiful skin you have to take care of the skin on your feet. You have to regularly take care of your feet. You will have to soak your feet ...
Views: 1050(1 vote) - Healthy Diet Will Improve Intellect (10 Super Brain Foods) - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2008 from Robert RilesThere are many foods that help improve the memory power. Consuming these foods not only greatly enhances the memory power of an individual, but assists all round growth of the individual. It is recommended that people consume a healthy diet to maintain a level of intelligence. There are natural ...
Views: 1072(1 vote) - Make The Most Of The Vegetarian Food (Vegetarian Diet: How To Get The Best Nutrition?) - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2008 from Robert RilesThere is a lot of attention being given to vegetarian food these days on the grounds that it is healthy heating habit. However, there is no particular study to indicate whether vegetarian diet alone constitutes healthy food. No doubt, the vegetarian food provides the necessary vitamins, ...
Views: 774(1 vote) - How To Make Eyes More Attractive? - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2008 from Peter samsThe most expressive features of your face are eyes! So make them more beautiful and sparkling to get all that special attention you are desperate of. Our vision is one of those wonderful gifts most of us take for granted. The only time we even have cause to think about our vision as such is when ...
Views: 1586(1 vote) - Burn Calorie To Lead A Healthy Life (Increase Your Metabolism: 10 Hot Tips To Get Your Furnace Burning) - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2008 from Robert RilesAn issue facing the developing nations these days is obesity. In many countries, obesity has taken the form of a disease. People are adding on unnecessary weight by indulging in over eating. Eating plenty of junk food adds to the weight of the individual. These junk foods are rich in ...
Views: 675(1 vote) - The Effects Of Stress On Your Body - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2008 from Peter samsThe human body is designed to experience stress and react to it. Stress can be positive, keeping us alert and ready to avoid danger. Stress becomes negative when a person faces continuous challenges without relief or relaxation between challenges. As a result, the person becomes overworked, and ...
Views: 1343(1 vote) - Weight Loss: Why Hypnosis Really Does Help - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2008 from Simon de LidesIf you are one of the many millions of people who struggle to maintain the proper weight, you are probably aware of the generally accepted groundrules of weight management. The rules say that you need just two things to keep to the correct weight: proper diet and exercise. These two factors ...
Views: 838(1 vote) - Schizophrenia Disease - Treatment Of Schizophrenia - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2008 from Peter samsSchizophrenia is a debilitating mental illness that affects 1% of the population. Despite intensive study, its molecular etiology remains enigmatic. Like many common diseases, schizophrenia is multifactor in origin, with both genetic and environmental contributions likely playing an important ...
Views: 1078(1 vote) - Types Of Laser Eye Surgery - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2008 from Peter samsLaser eye surgery is the most commonly practiced procedure to correct vision problems caused by refractive errors, including myopia (near-sightedness), hyperopia (far-sightedness) and astigmatism (distorted vision when looking at objects at any distance). There are different types of laser eye ...
Views: 1293(1 vote) - Burns - Signs And Symptoms Of burns - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2008 from Peter samsBurns aims to foster the exchange of information among all engaged in preventing and treating the effects of thermal injury. The journal focuses on clinical, scientific and social aspects of these injuries and covers the prevention of thermal injury, the epidemiology of such injuries and all ...
Views: 7768(2 votes) - How To Get Rid Of Goiter - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2008 from Peter samsGoiter is an enlargement of the thyroid gland that often produces a noticeable swelling in the front of the neck. This enlargement can be caused by iodine deficiency, inability of the body to use iodine correctly, or a variety of thyroid disorders, including infection tumors, and autoimmune ...
Views: 4397(1 vote) - Nourishing Your Brain - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2008 from Michelle TaylorNo one knows exactly how much of which dietary components are needed for optimal mental functioning. However, it has been established that nutrition plays a vital role in intellect, memory, thinking, and personality. Stress Most of the research linking nutrition with stress has focused on ...
Views: 1608(1 vote) - Bulimia - Symptoms, Causes And Treatment - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2008 from Peter samsBulimia – Bulimia involves a destructive cycle of bingeing and purging. Following an episode of out-of-control binge eating, people with bulimia take drastic steps to purge themselves of the extra calories. In order to avoid weight gain they vomit, exercise, fast, or take ...
Views: 1012(1 vote) - Bad Breath - Home Remedies For Bad Breath - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2008 from Peter samsMost adults suffer from bad breath occasionally, although it may affect up to a quarter of adults on a regular basis Bad breath is a problem that is shared by millions of people across the country. Until recently, there really has not been an effective scientific approach to diagnosing and ...
Views: 1023(1 vote) - Cold Sores Symptoms And Facts About Cold Sores - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2008 from Peter samsCold sores are a very common illness caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). The disorder is characterized by groups of fluid-filled blisters, which appear on red swollen areas of the skin or on the mucous membranes. The areas can be tender and painful. The blisters heal without scarring but ...
Views: 1240(1 vote) - Eyestrain - Causes, Symptoms And Relief - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2008 from Peter samsEyestrain causes a dull, aching sensation around and behind the eyes that can progress into a generalized headache. It may feel painful or fatiguing to focus the eyes. Eyestrain is commonly a result of overuse of the eyes for activities requiring close and precise focus, such as reading, ...
Views: 1269(1 vote) - Childhood Diseases - Alternative Treatment For Childhood Diseases - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2008 from Peter samsThere are childhood immunisations for 12 infectious diseases in all. The BCG (which protects against tuberculosis) and hepatitis B immunisations are offered to babies considered at high-risk of catching these diseases. The other ten are offered routinely to every baby as part of the pre-school ...
Views: 1039(1 vote) - Workplace Wellness: Start A Walking Wellness Program In Your Company Now - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2008 from Dr. Bud HarrisOne of the simplest ways to increase physical activity is with walking. Walking is easy to start, it can be done just about anywhere, and it’s very inexpensive. All that is needed is a pair of sturdy shoes with good heel and arch supports. Using property site plans and facility drawings, ...
Views: 2751(1 vote) - Priority Re-balancing: 5 Steps To Regaining Lost Focus - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2008 from Denise JelinekAre you experiencing a lull in one priority of your life that you once found very focused, energized, and productive? May be it is your marriage, your fitness program, or a hobby. No matter what area of your life, following these five steps to reignite your flame. 1. Identify the priority you ...
Views: 1297(1 vote) - Hair Loss Treatment And Natural Remedies - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2008 from Peter samsHair loss is always a big concern. It is loss of a component of your body and an essential ingredient of our identity. The concern may be exaggerated in special patients groups like people in sales and young individuals seeking partners. Types of hair loss: Hair loss in men is a common ...
Views: 1440(1 vote) - Sun Protection - How Does Sunscreen Work - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2008 from Peter samsOverexposure to sunlight can result in painful, red, sunburned skin. A bad burn can also cause serious consequences like skin cancer later in life. Long-term overexposure can cause wrinkles, freckles, age spots, dilated blood vessels; changes in the texture of the skin that make skin look older, ...
Views: 1989(1 vote) - Diabetes - Treatment For Every Type Of Diabetes - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2008 from Peter samsConventional Medical Treatment Insulin was the first, and remains the primary means of treatment for Type 1 diabetes and is administered by subcutaneous injection. This method is necessary since insulin is destroyed by gastric stomach secretions when it is taken by mouth. Insulin injections ...
Views: 1122(1 vote) - How To Choose A Water Purifier: Water, Water Everywhere...But Not A Drop To Drink? - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2008 from Stan HowardLearn the simple but crucial keys to choosing a water purifier water, water purifier, choose, re-hydrate, hydrate, alkaline, antioxidant,best water, compare water (free to publish) You’re thirsty after working in the sun on a hot Saturday afternoon. You head to the kitchen and pour yourself ...
Views: 702(1 vote) - The Best Way To Talk About Breast Cancer - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2008 from Raining Deer HarjoWhile I was busy jet-setting around Miami with Philip Michael Thomas as his publicist during the days of Miami Vice, or flying over the French Alps in a 4-seater plane, having breast cancer was the furthest thing away from my mind. But in 2003, it crashed my party and became my new reality. ...
Views: 1322(1 vote) - Weight Loss Tips - Makes You Fit - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2008 from Peter samsCalories per Hour offers the following tips to help you lose weight to look better, feel better, and live a healthier life. These tips are short and sweet and are intended as a starting point or quick reference for individuals seeking to lose weight by using the resources offered on Calories per ...
Views: 1051(1 vote) - Eczema - Causes And Symptoms - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2008 from Peter samsThe term eczema refers to a number of different skin conditions in which the skin is red and irritated and occasionally results in small, fluid-filled bumps that become moist and ooze. The most common cause of eczema is atopic dermatitis, sometimes called infantile eczema although it occurs in ...
Views: 1128(1 vote) - Types Of Physical Therapy And Techniques - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2008 from Peter samsThe modern practice of physical therapy was developed in London in 1896, believing hospital patients needed to be mobilized on a regular basis in order to maintain adequate muscle function and mobility. This special interest group grew rapidly and in 1920 the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy ...
Views: 1249 - Claiming Your Happiness - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2008 from Karen KlassenMany of us have realized by now that money does not make us happy. So how do we bring more happiness into our life? Well, the answer is simple. Not easy, but it is simple. Wise people know true happiness cannot be found in the material world. Happiness is a state of being that comes from ...
Views: 1792(1 vote) - Essential Tips For A Healthy Life - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2008 from Pat BaroneYou can have a positive effect on your health with some simple, straightforward guidelines. These are health tips, not necessarily weight loss tips. But making sure your body has the nutrients, vitamins and minerals it needs is the first step to losing weight. A body lacking these essential ...
Views: 1090(1 vote) - How To Remove Your Moles - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2008 from Peter samsMoles can be both ugly and dangerous (due to higher risk of cancer), and so sometimes it is best to remove them. But there are many ways removing moles can be done unsafely, and some of the most common methods of mole removal can leave scars that are worse than the mole in the first ...
Views: 7944(1 vote) - Foods To Keep Your Skin Healthy - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2008 from Peter samsHealthy skin can be obtained by using appropriate skin care products such as good quality cleansers and moisturizing lotions and creams. These products are external treatments. However, the internal aspect of skin care is often ignored. What we eat daily plays a significant role in the health of ...
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