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The Watercure Recipe - by Russell Mariani- Why Do We Need Clean Water? - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2011 from Jeffrey RileyIt is a simple question, “Why do we need clean water?” The answers may or may not be as simple, but they are compelling. First of all, biologists have told us for years that the human body is 90% water. We need clean water to maintain that 90%. As with any topic, do a quick search on the ...
Views: 5939 - Faster Healing of Muscle Tears, Sprains or Strains - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2009 from Douglas HusbandsRecently, while performing a chiropractic adjustment on a patient, I felt an immediate pain in my elbow. From my body building background and many years in health care, I knew exactly what had happened. I had a significant strain of the long head of the triceps tendon where it inserts at the ...
Views: 5908(3 votes) - Penis Shrinkage Concerns – What Men Need to Know about Penile Atrophy - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2013 from John DuganFor men who are concerned about penile performance, it seems unfair that there is one more potential problem to add to the list, but unfortunately, it’s true. As men age, there is a possibility that the penis can get smaller, not to mention a drop in sex drive and function. Fortunately, ...
Views: 5891 - Key Nutrients for Bone Health - by Submitted on May 14, 2009 from New Harbinger Publications• Calcium. This mineral is vital for skeletal mineralization, blood clotting, conduction of nerve impulses, buffering of acidic blood, enzyme activity, and muscle contractions. • Phosphorus. This mineral is important for energy, enzyme activity, muscle contraction, and nerve ...
Views: 5890(1 vote) - Diet in Peptic Ulcer - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2012 from Anand kumarEating spicy food daily or on regular basis causes ulcer on the inner lining of stomach and esophagus. These ulcers are known as peptic ulcers. People with peptic ulcer or who previously had peptic ulcer should keep the following things in mind: • Restrict or avoid those foods that cause ...
Views: 5886 - Cranial Sacral Therapy in Applied Kinesiology - by Submitted on May 19, 2010 from Dr. Vittoria RepettoCranial Sacral Therapy is a technique taught in Applied Kinesiology based on Cranial Osteopathy which was discovered by osteopath Dr. William Sutherland after he had a remarkable insight while examining the specialized articulations of cranial bones. Contrary to popular belief Dr Sutherland ...
Views: 5867(4 votes) - 2 Powerful Techniques to Kick Stress to the Curb - by Submitted on May 03, 2015 from Peggy Sealfon2 simple techniques you can do anywhere to release stress and fears fast. When your world crashes in and you can't manage the irritations, arguments and aggravations another minute, take a break. Withdrawing from everyday annoyances for just a few minutes can dramatically reduce the feeling ...
Views: 5849 - Chamomile Tea Benefits - Homemade Skin Care and More! - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2011 from Susan KatchurChamomile tea benefits have been recognized for centuries. Chamomile looks similar to a daisy with its white petals and yellow disc florets. The flowers have a strong aroma and bloom in the early to mid summer months. It's found in populated ares of Europe, Asia, North America and ...
Views: 5783(1 vote) - How To Get Fatter Belly - by Submitted on May 15, 2012 from R JenkinsIf you are one of those people who more often than not, struggle on gaining weight and gaining fats on their belly, then you might be in need of helpful information on how you can easily achieve such goal in no time. While some people are actually more concerned on losing weight and building ...
Views: 5755 - Filaria Symptoms and Treatment - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2011 from Heena MehtaFilaria is a kind of Parasitic Disease. It is considered to be an infections tropical countries disease. This is a real threat to all. You need to be conscious about the filaria symptoms so that you can go for proper filaria treatment. Filaria Symptoms: 1. The most striking among filaria ...
Views: 5700(1 vote) - Weighted Abdominal Exercises Vs. Non-Weighted Abdominal Exercises - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2012 from Jason CamachoI've noticed numerous individuals asking this question, "Are exercises involving weights or non-weighing exercises better for your abs?" So, I decided to write a brief article explaining the benefits of both and my standpoint on this topic. In my honest opinion, I think weighted exercises are ...
Views: 5680 - ***How Do You Know If You Are Making the Right Decision? - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2009 from Janet WilliamsHave you ever faced a big decision and felt paralyzed with fear and torn about what to do? l have worked with many clients who have been faced with wonderful new opportunities and yet they felt overwhelmed by the task of determining how to make the best decision. Big decisions are ...
Views: 5674(11 votes) - Move a Muscle, Change a Thought - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Megan OltmanMove a Muscle, Change a Thought. I first heard that in a self-help program many years ago. It's easy to stay stuck in a certain way of thinking, to stay down and confused and immobilized when we stay in the same place, looking at the same things. Get up, move, do something different, move a ...
Views: 5620(3 votes) - Electromagnetic Pollution Solutions - Part Five - Research - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2010 from Glen SwartwoutElectromagnetism-Stress: Research: If your entire house is subject to high magnetic field levels, it may be wise to move soon. Not only will this reduce your family's long term health risks, but you could also save some of your investment in the property. “With regard to buying a house…It ...
Views: 5609 - ASMR To Treat Anxiety - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Jimmy SpiritIf you have social anxiety issues you know that life can get very tense and stressful sometimes, you might have panic attacks even and just need some way of escaping. If this sounds like you, you should consider ASMR. It stands for autonomous sensory meridian response, and it refers to the ...
Views: 5572(2 votes) - Trigger Points, hot spots, Pain Centers & Fibro - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2008 from Allan BurkeIn the first article we talked about various circumstances that can bring on and set pain in different parts of our body. We identified two categories being sudden and ongoing. A third category we could put under Medical or musculoskeletal disorders. The pain may be mild or severe, local ...
Views: 5513(1 vote) - Food Phobias and Picky Eating Habits in Adults - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2012 from Debbie WilliamsAdult food phobias are exactly that - adults who are either terrified of eating certain types of food or who are fussy and picky around food. This prevents a balanced diet and therefore has enormous future health implications. Selective eating is common in children and adolescents who are ...
Views: 5498 - Does Colloidal Silver Really Cure Antibiotic-Resistant MRSA Infections? - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2008 from Steve BarwickFour recent clinical studies have demonstrated that silver in a variety of forms -- including colloidal silver -- is able to cure the deadly antibiotic-resistant MRSA infections that now kill more Americans each year than AIDS infections. Here is a brief synopsis of the recently revealed good ...
Views: 5463(1 vote) - The 7 Secrets of Energy Medicine: How the Healing Code Works - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Jed DiamondA friend knew I was working on a book about Energy Medicine and gave me a copy of The Healing Code: 6 Minutes to Heal the Source of Your Health, Success, or Relationship Issue. I have to admit, I was skeptical with all the hype surrounding the book. The health program known as The Healing ...
Views: 5392 - Human Growth Hormone (HGH) - The Miracle Anti-Aging Supplement - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2009 from Dale MillerIn recent years it seems that the Human Growth Hormone has become of increasing interest to those in the health community and beyond. However, despite its recent notoriety as a fat-burning and anti-aging miracle supplement, most people do not know exactly what it is or what it does. While ...
Views: 5358(5 votes) - Fiber: Are You Better Off Eating a Cardboard Box? - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2010 from Dr. Nathalie BeauchampNot all fiber is created equally; however, many people are unaware of this fact. By eating whole wheat toast or a bowl of cereal in the morning, many of my patients believe that they are getting the right kind of fiber for their diet. Unfortunately, this isn’t the case. There are different ...
Views: 5354(1 vote) - Improve Your Outlook with Cycling and Glowing Skin - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2012 from Anand kumarEveryone has a desire to look perfect and attractive. You need to adopt a healthy lifestyle in order to have a perfect body and skin. In a tight working schedule, you don’t get enough time to exercise and even sleep. This is a cause for dark circles and other health disorders. If you don’t like ...
Views: 5327(1 vote) - 7 Aromatherapy Solutions for Weight Loss and Fitness - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2010 from Cristina Proano-CarrionNatural essential oils can help shape up your body in many ways but they can do so only when coupled with an appropriate diet and exercise plan. Essential oils accelerate the weight loss process by eliminating toxins and toning up the body so that you see faster and better results. Weight loss ...
Views: 5317(4 votes) - Electromagetic Pollution Solutions: Types of Electromagnetic Stress - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2010 from Glen Swartwout:Types of the Electromagnetic-Stress: This section presents the most common sources of both natural and man-made electromagnetic interference. The emphasis is placed on those sources of stress most likely to be affecting you. Hazard Ratings given in this section are based upon clinical ...
Views: 5317(1 vote) - All About Bergamot Oil! - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2011 from Susan KatchurBergamot oil is a pale emerald green oil, cold pressed, from the fruit peel of the Citrus Bergamia tree. This tree blooms colorful flowers of red, pink, purple or white. It grows a fragrant fruit called the Bergamot Orange. This fruit is the size of an orange, with a green-yellowish color. ...
Views: 5314(1 vote) - Aloe Vera aids Burn Treatment, Wound Healing and Scars - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2010 from Fiona McCollAloe Vera speeds up the healing process of burns and skin wounds, stimulates the growth of new healthy skin cells, and limits the body’s production of scar tissue.The species Aloe Barbadensis is recommended extensively by naturopaths, Doctors & Specialists throughout the world. Aloe Vera is able ...
Views: 5313(4 votes) - The Importance of Self-Defense - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2011 from Chris SuttonLet’s talk about the importance of self-defense training. From our early years, we are taught everything. You name it and we have a class on it. It could be art, home economics, math, or English. And while all these things are great – they’re an absolute must – there is no requirement for ...
Views: 5279 - 7 Reasons Why Worry is Bad for Your Health - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2010 from Valencia RayStaying healthy is the goal of most people. As I look at our healthcare system, it has never been as important as it is today to be proactive in staying healthy. Between the expense healthcare and medication, the threat to your financial stability and the questionable "scientific" data that ...
Views: 5273 - Emotional Hunger Calls for Emotional Nourishment - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Pamela LevinEmotional hungers you may not even be aware of can drive you to make choices and behave based on emotional need instead of what’s actually best for you. This kind of emotionally-driven behavior has natural consequences, most of them unwanted. To turn this around, there are some constructive ...
Views: 5268(1 vote) - Women Get Better With Age – and So Does the Sex! - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2010 from Allura JoyJust like fine wine, women get better with age – and so does the sex. During our younger years, social time is spent either in excessive party-mode or completely focused on academic and personal development. Curiosity about sex is generally fulfilled by amateur experimentation, books, films, ...
Views: 5255(4 votes) - How can i grow taller? Discover the natural and proven methods - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2012 from Walter ConnorIf you heard somebody asking you - how can I grow taller? Initially it could sound a small amount strange, especially if you're of normal height. Since you never had to consider growing taller, a matter like which will surprise you. However there are thousands of people the world who are ...
Views: 5247 - The Truth On Saccharin Side Effects - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2012 from Edith MillanSaccharin - in particular saccharin sodium - is a widely used artificial sweetener. Saccharin is utilized to sweeten goods including carbonated drinks, drugs and also toothpaste and several other mass produced items. Manufacturers, in the past, were required by the FDA to visibly label items ...
Views: 5222 - ***Troubled by Hoarseness or a Persistent Sore Throat? - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2010 from Nancy DanielsYou have been to a specialist and been told that there is nothing medically wrong but you still suffer from hoarseness and/or a persistent sore throat. You may even lose your voice by the end of the day. Yet the doctor sees nothing wrong with your throat or vocal cords aside from some redness. ...
Views: 5197(1 vote) - What Happens When You Take Drugs - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2008 from Peter samsDrug Abuse Drugs are chemicals that have a profound impact on the neurochemical balance in the brain which directly affects how you feel and act. People who are suffering emotionally use drugs, not so much for the rush, but to escape from their problems. They are trying to self-medicate ...
Views: 5179(1 vote) - Glaucoma Remission - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Glen Swartwout:Remission & Glaucoma A nerve cell may alive but not fully functional. Such a cell may be able to be brought back to a level of effective visual function, whether it be by improved circulation, enhanced cellular metabolism, etc. If such physiological cellular changes occur in a large enough ...
Views: 5116(1 vote) - Two-Fisted Masturbation Techniques – Double the Pleasure, Double the Fun - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2013 from John DuganNext to kicking back and watching sports on TV, masturbation is probably the activity that men most like to do when alone; overindulgence can occasionally lead to a sore penis, but it's a small price to pay for the pleasure one derives from the activity. Surprisingly, most men tend to engage in ...
Views: 5116 - Red Penis Protection – Smart Solutions for Preventing Penis Sunburn - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2013 from John DuganIt is common wisdom that all men, including those with darker skin, need sunscreen to protect themselves from sunburn during the summer months; but even guys who are conscientious about applying sun protection products on the rest of their body tend to neglect one important issue - the penis. ...
Views: 5082 - Joshua Rosenthal's Integrative Nutrition - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2009 from Lilia MarquezJoshua Rosenthal's book "Integrative Nutrition" is an excellent resource for anyone who wants to explore and discover the truth about giant food corporations and pharmaceutical companies and how they affect the American diet; the strengths and weaknesses of the popular diets in the market; the ...
Views: 5070(3 votes) - Alpha Lipoic Acid Side Effects - Do They Exist - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2012 from Edith MillanTo be in good physical shape, the body must receive many essential vitamins. You can find a variety of sources of important nutrients and several of them are also present in health supplements so that you can have your fill without having to eat foods that you are not comfortable with. The alpha ...
Views: 5058 - Penis Self-Exam – A How-To Guide for Men - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2013 from John DuganIt’s safe to say that by the time a man reaches adulthood, he is quite familiar with the topography of his penis, not to mention alert to any signs of an abnormality. This intimate knowledge of the penis is healthy, since early treatment is important to resolving many different types of ...
Views: 5044 - 3 Simple Ways to Glowing Skin - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2010 from Christine EstersWhen it comes to detoxing your body, your skin plays an important role. After all, your skin is your largest organ. According to Medline Plus, a health information website, the skin protects you from bacteria and viruses, regulates your body temperature and also helps you eliminate toxins via ...
Views: 5021(1 vote) - A Complete Upper Body Dumbbell Workout Program - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2011 from Greg ReynoldsWhether your objective is general health and fitness, developing muscle mass, endurance or enhanced athletic performance, resistance training with dumbbells can help you achieve it. Everyone desires to experience the most significant improvements in the quickest time, and research shows that the ...
Views: 5005(1 vote) - Got That Lumpy, Bumpy Stuff? - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2011 from Stacy WishnerOne of the most frequent complaints that I hear from my female patients concerns that cottage cheese-like, lumpy, bumpy fat that loves to collect on their thighs, upper arms and stomach area. It causes them to become very self-conscious, and even depressed to put on a pair of shorts or a bathing ...
Views: 4962 - Top 5 Nutritional Supplement Recommendations - by Submitted on May 11, 2009 from Douglas HusbandsDo nutritional supplements just give you “expensive urine”? No, according to a study commissioned by the Dietary Supplement Education Alliance as reported in May 2007. The study focused on calcium-vitamin D combinations, folic acid, omega-3 fatty acids, and lutein-zeaxanthin combinations. The ...
Views: 4956(2 votes) - ***Folks – We have a Children’s Health Crisis Going On Here! - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Janet WilliamsHow Things Used to Be – Only a Few Short Decades Ago (Only 4 Short Decades Ago!) When I was young, my father used to joke around with us children and say “When your mother was pregnant, she must have been startled by a kangaroo because you children never stop bouncing around!” All the ...
Views: 4938(3 votes) - Magnetism and Your Health - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2010 from Dr. Nathalie BeauchampWhat Is Magnetism? Magnetism is a force of attraction (or repulsion) that acts at a distance. Any time a charged particle moves, it creates a magnetic field around its path of travel. The term magnetism refers to the phenomenon associated with a magnetic field, and the magnetic force that it ...
Views: 4934(1 vote) - Benefits of Carrot Juice - Homemade Skin Care - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from Susan KatchurThere are many benefits of carrot juice for the body, including the skin. Carrots contain essential vitamins, minerals and nutrients for overall health. The juice is not only used for consumption, it's made for making homemade soap! It's found in many commercial and homemade skin care ...
Views: 4906 - Cold Sore Home Remedies - Quick Relief Of Cold Sores - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2008 from Denny BodohCold sore home remedies? Look no further. Right now, in this article, you will discover some of the very best cold sore home remedies. Cold sore home remedies, quite often, work better than commercial treatments purchased at the store. Thousands of everyday people, just like you and I, have ...
Views: 4888(1 vote) - Regularity of Exercise - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowIncluding physical activity into your everyday patterns and weaving movement into your lifestyle on a regular basis is one massive attribute to staying fit and living at a weight that you are happy with. It’s not about working out two hours a day seven days a week, it’s about taking each day as ...
Views: 4883 - Brain Exercises May Help Reduce The Effects of Some Types of Mental Illness - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2021 from Leon EdwardThere are a lot of different types of mental illness, and each type affects those who suffer from it differently. That's why it's so hard to diagnose the condition and then to find the right treatment for it. With treatment, the goal is to help those who suffer from mental illness have the ...
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