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The Watercure Recipe - by Russell Mariani- Walking is better than running - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2012 from Prof. George GrantSimply put, both running and walking while trying to cut the excess pounds are a good choice, however, running does burn far more calories and can have a greater effect on overall health. That being said, it’s important to understand the difference between “burning fat” and “losing fat,” as well ...
Views: 1723(1 vote) - ***Vocal Abuse: Unless You Change How You Place Your Voice, It Will Never Go Away - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2013 from Nancy DanielsI recently received an email from a man who runs a museum in Australia inquiring whether he could include my blog posts in his newsletters for his museum guides. Why would a museum guide need information on the voice? Because his employees often speak non-stop throughout their day. Anyone ...
Views: 1722 - 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: 1721(1 vote) - Phentermine without prescription: Non-prescription appetite suppressant - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2012 from Michael BretzmanOne thing that should be clear to all is that you can’t get Phentermine without prescription as it is a serious medicine and available only with licensed chemists that ask for a doctor’s prescription when one places an order for this appetite suppressant. But there are no worries, if you can’t ...
Views: 1720 - Benefits Of Mouthwash For Dental Health - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2012 from Marielaina PerroneWho would not want to use a good mouthwash before meeting that special someone for a kiss? Or just to feel minty fresh as you go about your day? For years there has been a discussion regarding mouthwash use. This is because people are worried about the health risks associated with the alcohol ...
Views: 1717(1 vote) - Help me sleep - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2013 from Ethan ChongDo you know that prevention is better than cure? In fact, if you prevent insomnia from happening on you, you can lead a better life! Today in this article, I will provide you some tips and tricks that can help you sleep in no time! (I used these methods to help me sleep before, so have no ...
Views: 1717(1 vote) - How to Prevent Stomach Cancer or Peptic Ulcer in Just 1 Week - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2013 from Junji TakanoLoss of appetite is usually a part of the normal aging process. Our digestive system tends to worsen with age especially when it comes to our stomach. However, some stomach or digestive problems don't necessarily relate to normal aging. Rather, the stomach may actually be aging prematurely or ...
Views: 1717(3 votes) - Sacred Basics - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2011 from Vivienne BaileySomeone asked me recently what I held to be sacred. “Sacred” is defined as being reverently dedicated to a person, service or thing. That is how I view reflexology, the sacred art of acupressure on the sole of each foot to bring about balance and stress relief. Not only is this a part of the ...
Views: 1717(3 votes) - The Seasonal Detox Diet: Remedies from the Ancient Cookfire - by Submitted on May 06, 2009 from John AOVThis article is an excerpt from " The Seasonal Detox Diet: Remedies from the Ancient Cookfire" and taken from the website www.innertraditions.com The beauty of eating seasonal foods and using cleansing diets is their simplicity and their ability to help balance the systems of the human body. ...
Views: 1716(1 vote) - How to Repair your Liver after Long-Term Alcohol Abuse? - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2018 from Vivek VijHave you been a heavy drinker? While alcoholism takes a troll over your body, the organ that is worst affected by binge drinking is your liver. Long-term alcohol abuse is the primary cause for severe liver damage, illness and death from end-stage liver diseases. The earlier you stop ...
Views: 1714 - What is Qigong? - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Rev. Keith HallQigong (Qi Gong, Chi gong, or Chi Kung, ) is a system of Taoist exercise and meditation developed at least 4000 years ago in China. The word "qigong" perhaps can be best translated as "energy mastery." It is a method of balancing mind, body, emotions, and spirit through a series of external and ...
Views: 1713(5 votes) - Definition: Wellness - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2009 from Douglas PakWellness is generally used to mean a healthy balance of the mind, body and spirit that results in an overall feeling of well-being. It has been used in the context of alternative medicine since Halbert L. Dunn, M.D. began using the phrase high level wellness in the 1950s. The modern concept of ...
Views: 1712(1 vote) - Are Cell Phones Damaging Brains? - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2012 from Cory CouillardA new study in the United Kingdom found that 66 percent of cell phone users have developed a technologically advanced medical condition called Nomophobia. (1) Nomophobia is an intense fear of losing or becoming disconnected from being able to use one’s cell phone. Unfortunately this cultural ...
Views: 1711(1 vote) - Dental Implants: Are They Right For You? - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2012 from Marielaina PerroneDental Implants have become one of the most popular, and stable dental procedures for tooth replacement offered in dentistry today. Dental implants have been proven to be safe and extremely successful for long term replacement of missing teeth. Dental implants are an artificial tooth root ...
Views: 1710(1 vote) - Cosmetic Dental Bonding And Other Common Cosmetic Dental Processes - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2019 from Marina PalFor many people wanting to improve their general appearance, the process starts with their smile. Crooked or chipped teeth can spoil a beaming smile, and because our teeth are one of the first things people notice about us, having bad teeth can make us very self-conscious. This is ...
Views: 1709 - Online Dating emails | Tips on what to write - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2011 from sean kingMost people have no clue when it comes to writing online dating emails. Making a good first impression on an online chat before date is equally important as a first impression on first date. We have compiled our best methods and techniques for you to get started and succeed with online ...
Views: 1709 - HEALTH Care Providers plagued by <Compassion Fatigue> - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Elizabeth McNallyIt is said that Health Care Providers are prone to Compassion Fatigue at one point or another. The best of us are more likely to burn-out when extending our willingness to provide healing support beyond our capacity or in so trying circumstances that we fail to refuel rapidly enough to face the ...
Views: 1708(2 votes) - Will Acupuncture Truly Work? - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2011 from Fort Lauderdale AcupunctureWill Acupuncture Truly Work? Typically times people today ponder If Acupuncture works, or If it is even real. I will tell them to display me their hand. I'll put my thumb and forefinger at a historical point referred to as He gu and push down with as little bit of force. "OW, that hurts", ...
Views: 1708(1 vote) - 53 Easy Ways to Torch 100 Calories and Other Hot Health Stories for the Week - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2011 from Sam EtkinHere are the top 5 health news stories for the week. * 53 Easy Ways to Torch 100 Calories * Take advantage of these fun ways to sneak in a burn and shed pounds effortlessly! Go here for the complete news story: http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/43497684/ns/today-today_health/ ...
Views: 1706(1 vote) - Allergic Reactions to Mold - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2008 from Connie LimonMold is a common cause of allergy. There are thousands of types of molds and yeasts, however, only a small number of molds are widely recognized to cause allergic reactions. Allergic rhinitis can result when tiny fungal spores, or sometimes pieces of fungi is inhaled. These small, mold spores ...
Views: 1706 - Scent Pollution – Do you have sensitivity to scents? - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2013 from Dr. Diane SpindlerHave you ever heard “One person’s perfume is another person’s poison.” Well, it’s true enough, especially when you consider the immune reactions that can be triggered by artificial scents. We find them in our detergents, air fresheners, soaps, deodorants, lotions, nail polish, candles, ...
Views: 1706 - An Indian Vegetarian Diet For Weight Loss and Good Health: Does It Work? - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2012 from Ram GuptaIf you are vegetarian, India is no less than a paradise. There are several hundred vegetarian recipes out here, and it is one of those few cultural zones in the world where meats and cheese are not essential components of a main meal. With Indian cooking, you will have an opportunity to explore ...
Views: 1705 - HOW TEACHERS CAN HELP TO RAISE STUDENTS’ SELF ESTEEM - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2015 from Jennifer McLeodTeachers and schools can play a major role in helping to raise a student’s self esteem as this helps to bolster the self worth and resilience of students. Self esteem is an aspect of how we value ourselves; and can affect our trust in other people, in our abilities, and affects relationships. ...
Views: 1705 - Live From The Inside Out - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2010 from Lori FieldsLive From The Inside Out It’s difficult to feel beautiful when our society bombards us with messages that beauty means "looking" like a model. The standards of beauty have shifted so far that we no longer feel beautiful unless we are a size 0, inject ourselves with botox, wear $400 shoes, ...
Views: 1705(1 vote) - Banish the Winter Blues - 6 Ways to Stay Positive in January and February - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2017 from Roz AndrewsAfter the warm glow of Christmas, January and February can appear to be cold, somber and miserable months. The gloomy days of winter are mirrored in many people’s lives as they feel slightly depressed, and low on energy and motivation. Here are six ways to banish the “winter blues” by ...
Views: 1704 - Misdiagnosing Narcissism: Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD) - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2014 from Sam VakninBy Sam Vaknin Author of "Malignant Self-love: Narcissism Revisited" Anxiety Disorders – and especially Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD) – are often misdiagnosed as Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD). Anxiety is uncontrollable and excessive apprehension. Anxiety disorders usually ...
Views: 1704 - Vagina Tightening Creams - How To Keep It Tight Down There - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2017 from Patrick UadialeOne health condition which is impossible to avoid for every woman alive in this world is the loose vagina problem which further gives birth to other complications like low sexual desire, lack of self-confidence, higher chances of bad vaginal odor as well as urinary incontinence. In this article ...
Views: 1702 - Healthy Eating Plan to Help an Obese Child Lose Weight - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Isabel De Los RiosBeing obese as an adult is hard, imagine what it feels like for a child. Overweight kids are at risk for heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, strokes and joint problems. A healthy eating plan can help your child lose weight and reduce his chances of developing any of ...
Views: 1700 - HERBAL REMEDIES AND AYURVEDIC SUPPLEMENTS IN USA - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2016 from Dr. Vikram ChauhanPeople all over the world are looking for the herbal medicines to treat the various ailments. Many times people who are suffering from the health complications have reported that with the use of certain medicines, they end up with the severe side effects. So due to these issues people are moving ...
Views: 1698 - Detox: Friend or Foe? - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2010 from Bette DowdellThe short answer is, for people with endocrine problems, detoxing is a foe. Let’s talk about it. Our endocrine system and our gastrointestinal system–that part of us we’re thinking of detoxing–are joined, in a manner of speaking, at the hip. You can’t affect one without affecting the ...
Views: 1696(1 vote) - Natural Ayurvedic Home Remedies for Asthma - Ayurveda - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2016 from Dr. Vikram ChauhanIntroduction Pronounced as Az-ma originated from Greek word which means panting, is a chronic respiratory autoimmune disease, causing inflammation and constriction in the airways resulting discomfort and difficulty in breathing. It is a repetition of wheezing sound breath, shortness of ...
Views: 1696 - What Shower Chairs Can Do for the Elderly and Disabled - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2011 from Ed DelaneyPeople with physical disabilities often don’t consider the bathroom as a very friendly place. That’s because they’re afraid of slipping and falling in the bathroom, especially since they no longer have complete control of their motor functions. The shower area is especially challenging to these ...
Views: 1696 - Mind Over Matter - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from Corey Sondrup"You never know what you can do until you do it.” —Betty Ford No part of healing would be complete without first addressing the phenomenon of the “Placebo Effect.” Many scientists and health care providers are mystified by the Placebo Effect. For others, ...
Views: 1695(2 votes) - Dove Pharmacy; The Place to Buy Adderall Online - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2020 from mike komoLiving a healthy life free of disorders is all we want. Some disorders like ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) can make your life miserable and less productive. For that reason, you should look for a perfect treatment for the disorder to put your life back in order. The condition ...
Views: 1693 - 3 Souvenirs from My Trip to Oz - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2013 from Roberta MittmanI am crazy about Dr. Mehmet Oz! A handsome heart surgeon, author, speaker, and the star of his own TV show, he has become the gold standard for accurate, trustworthy advice from the medical world. Dr. Oz was one of the medical experts who spoke at the Integrative Health Symposium earlier this ...
Views: 1692(1 vote) - Book Resource: “Mental Stress Management 2.0: 40 Tips For De-Cluttering Your Inner Closet” - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2016 from Stephanie EissingerI’m very happy to announce that my first book in my Stress Management series is finally revised and re-published. It’s a great resource filled with quick tips on how to de-stress and de-clutter your mind. Mental and emotional clutter can be detrimental to living a happy, productive life. The ...
Views: 1692 - How to Find Out What’s Working and What Isn’t - by Submitted on May 06, 2009 from John AOVThis article is an excerpt from "Optimal Digestive Health: A Complete Guide" by John Furlong, N.D., edited by Trent W. Nichols, M.D. and Nancy Faass, MSW, MPH, and taken from the website www.innertraditions.com To practice truly preventive medicine, we have to know when to intervene. We need to ...
Views: 1692(1 vote) - Scanty Urination (Oliguria): Causes, Symptoms, and How to Treat It - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2017 from Victor MarchioneThere are some things that we can all relate to regardless of where we live, how we were raised, or what our paycheck says. And one of those things is peeing. We all have to pee every day. Given the state of technology, there’s a good chance you are peeing while you reading this. But what ...
Views: 1692 - Ear Candling - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2021 from Wendy MackaySince we began stocking ear candles last year, I have had many visitors to our showroom ask what they are and how you use them. So here is a rundown on the process known as ear candling - Ear candling, sometimes referred to as ear coning, is an ancient practice with references being made ...
Views: 1691(1 vote) - How Do You React to Failure? - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Avtar ZouaregWhen failure arises, how do you react to it? Do you blame yourself or others for your failure? Do you swallow the deal and learn from it, adapt to it and keep moving forward or do you give up and look for an easier way? Most people love to blame others when things don’t go their way and deny ...
Views: 1691 - The Toxin in Your Pantry - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2014 from Bette DowdellGather round and hear the story of how we’re losing a war to an enemy most people don’t know about. The whole thing started in the 1930s when chemical poobahs decided to create a synthetic form of estrogen and make boodles of money with it. And so it was that they created Bisphenol A ...
Views: 1691(1 vote) - What Is Hypochondria And Its Causes - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2019 from Mike MedsenCauses The accurate causes are not known, however certain variables are presumably included: Conviction - a misconception of physical sensations, connected with a misconception of how the body functions. Family - individuals who have a nearby relative with neurosis are bound to ...
Views: 1691 - 6 Amazing Health Benefits of Watching Funny Videos - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2018 from Calida JenkinsIn the last few decades, funny videos have become extremely popular all over the world. Perhaps this is because of the hectic schedule of people in today’s life as they always look for some ways to keep themselves happy in the minimum free time they get. Also, the great enjoyment that funny ...
Views: 1690 - srcmabled eggs: what's in your egg carton? - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2011 from Tanya HartCage Free, Omega-3, Barn Raised, Free Range, Grain Fed, Heart Healthy, All Natural, Farm Fresh, Vegetarian Fed, Enriched with Vitamin E, Lower in Saturated Fat, Naturally Preferred, Raised on a Farm-Not a Factory, No Drugs or Hormones, Nature’s Farm, Farmer’s Hen House, Family Farm … exhausted ...
Views: 1690 - Training Days - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2009 from Dr. Rob BellI thoroughly enjoy watching the movie Training Day. To quickly summarize the film, Agent Alonzo Mosley (Denzel Washington, Academy Award Winner) takes Jake Hoyt (Ethan Hawk) out in force and shows him the corrupt side of narcotics detective work. Although it was supposed to be a day of ...
Views: 1690(1 vote) - Waiting to Get Your Ducks in a Row? - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Richard ClarkeQuite a strange name for an article title a few of you may be thinking? For those of you that don’t know ‘Getting your ducks in a row’ basically means when someone wants to get all of the small details right – before proceeding with a new project, such as losing some weight. I think this ...
Views: 1688 - 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 - Natural Ways to avoid Osteoporosis - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2012 from Prof. George GrantOsteoporosis is a condition of decreased bone density. It affects one in six women and one in eight men over the age of fifty and is most common among post-menopausal women. Osteoporosis is often the cause of many health complications, as it progresses silently and unnoticed for years. Only ...
Views: 1686 - You Can Beat Premature Ejaculation in 4 Easy Steps - A Must Read! - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2012 from Damian UadialePremature ejaculation is considered to be the most common sexual dysfunction among males below 40 years old. It affects not just a man’s sexual life, but more so his self confidence, and if the condition is not given any attention, it can lead to other more serious disorders such as anxiety or ...
Views: 1686 - 5 Best Essential Oils That Combat Allergies - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2017 from Catherine MarquesesDo not worry. You are not alone in your fight against allergies. Out of the billions of people on this planet, many are also suffering from allergies. While the symptoms vary like itchy skin, sneezing, and frequent coughing, the remedy could be the same and easy to find – essential ...
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