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With the holiday season upon us and the New Year fast approaching, most of us start thinking “New Year’s Resolutions.” We can’t help it. A New Year. A new beginning. A clean slate. It’s like being born all over again. We can start from scratch, be any thing or any body we want. Cast off ... Views: 1766
Did you know that cancer-causing chemicals have been found in the skin care products you use every day? In fact, they’ve even been found in those labeled as natural and organic! Cancer has been the second leading cause of death in the U.S. for many years … and it still is. Even children are ... Views: 1764
These three powerful strategies can help you to achieve your ideal weight and improve your overall health and vitality.
1. Boost the Energy of Your Spleen to Raise Metabolism
In summer, we tend to drink and eat cold foods. Yet, cold foods and drinks can suppress the energy of the spleen to ... Views: 1763
Why is a detox diet plan an important part of cleansing? Everything you consume is incorporated into your cells. Your cells are the building blocks of your organs, blood, bones and skin. Truly, you are what you eat! Many foods, beverages and medications carry heavy toxic loads that weaken your ... Views: 1757
I think I speak for every one of us when I say; we have all experienced negative thoughts during exercise, we question whether we can finish the session, why we are doing it, what are we going to achieve etc. This is a crucial time and it takes a lot to push through and block out the negative ... Views: 1757
The word Chakra ( pronounced Shah Kraw) comes from Sanskrit and means “wheel of spinning energy" In fact our entire bodies are composed of energy, we are energetic beings, vibrating and emitting energy both consciously and unconsciously. In our bodies we have seven main energy centers called ... Views: 1755
When a product is good for your skin, that is wonderful. But when a product is good for your mind, body, and spirit, that is even more special, as you will know it because it will contain the best ingredients. When you apply moisturizing oil to your body, you are setting aside time to nourish ... Views: 1755
When I examine a patient for the first time, I quickly assess their overall health by looking in their mouth. That’s right. The condition of their mouth and teeth can tell me a lot about what other health problems they may have.
You may wonder, isn’t ‘mouth health’ the concern of a dentist? ... Views: 1754
As a volunteer, wouldn’t it be nice to receive a card sometime with a beautifully written volunteer appreciation poem in it?
But, how many of us ever have truly great volunteer experiences? One of my wellness categories is called, “RECIPROCAL WELLNESS – OUR GENEROSITY” and the sad truth is ... Views: 1754
When a man gets to a certain age, he may assume he knows just about everything there is to know about the penis. He has survived high school sex ed., is well-versed about the "birds and the bees" and has a good working knowledge of his overall sexual health. Even still, there tend to be certain ... Views: 1753
Whenever people are overweight, they're taught that restricting calorie consumption is one of the most significant factors behind the proper diet plan. Although this simple fact is most certainly correct, frequently dieters take intense steps of reducing calorie intake by eliminating meals ... Views: 1753
What is the best meal replacement shake out there? If you search the internet you will literally find thousands of meal replacement shakes. Shakeology is one of the best meal replacements that I have been able to find. It provides a good balance of vitamins, minerals, protein and taste. ... Views: 1752
Want a diet that protects against heart disease, some types of cancer, Alzheimer’s disease and a few other serious illnesses? These claims have been made about the Mediterranean diet. It’s one of the best diets you can follow. Some people say it’s more of a lifestyle than a specifically defined ... Views: 1749
There’s a little thing known as pleasure that is highly underestimated in the world of weight loss, and I have to admit, I’m guilty of teaching it but not necessarily practicing what I preach.
For the past two years, I’ve focused primarily on what I should remove from my diet versus how I ... Views: 1748
Acne can be an embarrassing condition and while many think acne is a "teen disease", evidence has show that it affects teenagers and adults. If your skin is acne prone, changing your diet can help to the condition.
There are common myths about what actually causes acne but one of the biggest ... Views: 1748
The comfort Zone!
90% of the population live here. They are satisfied with the way life is. They fit the description of an average American very well.
This is called the comfort zone because like an old worn pair of jammies; it is comfortable. And people have gotten so comfortable in ... Views: 1748
Vaser Shape is a new, revolutionary treatment for losing weight and body shaping, it is the most popular treatment among Hollywood stars. They fill they need to do several treatments before they step on a red carpet so they could show off their beautiful bodies.
VASER Shape can reduce the ... Views: 1746
Outdoor allergies are often debilitating for a lot of people in the spring and summer. The environments we subject ourselves to on a daily basis does have a great impact on our health. Believe it or not, poor air quality exposure may be having a negative affect on your health. North ... Views: 1745
When the sun crosses the equator, the hours of daylight equal the hours of night. This occurs only two times each year – during the spring and the fall equinoxes.
These equinoxes are special times of year. At these moments, we are poised on the brink of extremes: Cold winter and scorching ... Views: 1745
If trying to maintain balance in your life makes you feel like a tightrope walker, you are not alone. Most of us have so many demands on our time and energy that life can feel like a circus sometimes. How well do you manage career, family, fun, money, romance, social life, spirituality, service, ... Views: 1744
I am pretty sure that we all know what a avocado is, and have consumed some in a salad or on a slice of toast [my favorite way] at some time or other. Most people love this food and eat it as often as possible but it is a acquired taste [or so I am told] and some think it is just awful and these ... Views: 1741
As a big advocate of fish and fish oils I was surprised to see a research study all over the media recently saying – that omega 3 fatty acids (like the oil found in fish) can cause prostate cancer in men.
I feel the need to respond and clear up any confusion.
Today we will look a little ... Views: 1741
Smoking 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
So, another foot of snow just fell on my home in South Ontario and I could not be happier. I was up at three in the morning, watched my favourite show then bundled up to start moving some snow. Normally I absolutely hate freezing my butt of in the sub zero temperatures but today was the ... Views: 1740
(Part 1 of a 5 part series discussing the delicate issue of asking an elderly parent to retire from their driving career)
Remember that day way-back-when that you finally mustered up the strength to sit your adolescent son or daughter down on the living room’s couch, and begin the dreadful ... Views: 1740
Growing up in New York City and living in Boston for a while, I couldn't help but notice how many office buildings were lit up like Christmas trees all night long. Even as a kid, this seemed extremely wasteful. Who needed all of those lights at night after the cleaning staff was gone, the mice? ... Views: 1739
Secrets to Get Pregnant Quickly and Naturally: Pregnancy Miracle Method
Are you embarrassed by how long you have waited to get pregnant? Do you have concerns about your ovulation? Are you afraid your fallopian tube may be blocked? Is delayed pregnancy making you feel less of a real woman and ... Views: 1738
It can be challenging to maintain a positive outlook when you are in the midst of negative situations and/or people.
With the increasing costs of living, natural disasters, wars, company closures, lay-offs, divorces, illnesses, addictions and adultery, to name just a few, it can put a real ... Views: 1738
Some clinical studies show very beneficial information but it takes years, even decades, for doctors to educate their patients. I was reminded of this recently when a patient shared with me his frustration with a doctor he was seeing prior to seeing me. He felt he was the one that was ... Views: 1736
There are many things in life we can do to improve ourselves, one way we can improve is to watch our health. Several years ago I learned of a way to monitor my diet; it was from an unexpected source, an old doctor who was 105 years old. He told me of tailored juices, and how they’ve been ... Views: 1736
The term Zero Point Field was first pointed at the beginning of last century. There were number of quantum physicists looking at the Zero Point Field, and one of them was Albert Einstein. The hypothesis was, if you took the high power of microscope and you look down deep enough - through atoms, ... Views: 1736
Here are the top 5 health news stories for the week.
* 12 Ways you Risk Killing Yourself this Summer *
With greater freedom comes greater responsibility, and many typical summertime activities come with their share of - often fatal - risks.
Go here for the complete news story: ... Views: 1735
Days at the office or home with the kids can be challenging. De-stressing and getting a good night's sleep are important in order to recharge for the next day. Sleeping is essential to function in everyday life. In addition to the many health benefits of sleep, there are other factors that make ... Views: 1735
Trust is the foundation of all meaningful, healthy relationships in our lives, whether these relationships are formed with partners, friends, family members or colleagues. With trust, relationships develop and thrive, with each person learning from the other and growing from the experience. ... Views: 1735
The proper functioning of our body is very much important in completing a certain task. Life can turn out to be miserable if one of its parts does not work well. Diseases may be one of the reasons why certain changes happen in our lives.
Gout is a certain illness and considered one of the ... Views: 1734
Most people hate the idea of having to exercise. They don’t like sweating, taking the time out of their day to do it, the motivation it takes to get started, the intense burning in their muscles during exercise, and the soreness they experience the days following their workout. And you know ... Views: 1734
How many times have you waited for something to change so that you could finally start feeling beautiful?
If you are like most women, the answer is “all the time.”
Here is the problem: Most of us tend to live with the delusional belief that we somehow need to change in order to be beautiful. ... Views: 1733
Essential oils have been used in perfumes for thousands of years.
Historically some of the most exclusive and indulgent perfumes have contained the most precious and delicate natural essential oils. These days however, despite the marketing of perfumes including images of nature and flowers, ... Views: 1733
Fibromyalgia (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: 1733
Oregano is a member of the mint family. The whole herb extract has over 30 active compounds; the most active compounds being carvacrol and thymol. I consider Oregano Oil to be the king of essential oils because of its many beneficial healing properties.
Oregano oil is a potent and effective ... Views: 1732
If You're Already Feeling Anxiety or Stress Because You're About to Learn How to Perform a Relaxation Technique, You're in the Right Place!
The Progressive Muscle Relaxation exercise is great to help anyone suffering from stress and anxiety. I often tell clients it is a wonderful exercise ... Views: 1732
When your fasting blood sugar rises above 90 your body enters into a state of stress trying to deal with extra sugar. This is true long before blood sugar rises to the level of type 2 diabetes. The extra sugar in your circulation is a challenge for the health of your arteries, heart, ... Views: 1730
A quick online search of the men’s health forums will show that one of the biggest concerns men express relates to penis warts and herpes. This concern is understandable, since sexually-transmitted infections, or STIs, are highly contagious, increasingly prevalent, and in some cases incurable. ... Views: 1729
The Chinese New Year 2011 Tips and Advice from Feng Shui Manhattan New York consultant
There is an intensity of Energy in the Chinese New Year that is almost unmatched in other Celebrations! Many cultures around the world consider this date as New Beginnings and they want to start off with ... Views: 1729
Are you or a friend having difficulty conceiving? Starting to wonder if something may be wrong? Do not want to go to the doctor 'just yet', or have already taken some of those first medical steps? If you answered 'yes' to any of these questions, the information in this article will prove to be a ... Views: 1728
Would you like to be able to easily fit more healthy practices into your day? Would you like to use practices which make your body feel better and ‘lift your spirits’? You can do this with your own subtle energy. Your energy is more subtle than your physical energy. You use some form of subtle ... Views: 1728
AIDS 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: 1727
Working in an office or at a computer for prolonged periods of time can put strain on the neck, shoulder & back muscles which can in turn lead to tension & stiffness. This tension may cause headaches, as well as back, neck & shoulder pain. If left unattended, it could also impact your ability to ... Views: 1727
There have been numerous challenges to studying drugs in children involving ethical, scientific, and commercial considerations. Medication monitoring in children is a great challenge.
There are extra protections for children enrolled in clinical trials because they cannot give consent and ... Views: 1723
Betty, a working mother, says, “I have so much stuff cluttering the countertops, I can’t squeeze one more thing onto that space and can’t stand the thought of preparing another meal.” Bill, a busy entrepreneur, says, “I can’t find the top of my desk now, how can I find time for all the extras ... Views: 1723