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The Watercure Recipe - by Russell Mariani- Adding Humor to Our Life - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2012 from Maureen Brennan MercierAdding humor to our life is a wonderful way to bring in more balance. Seeing the amusement in even the most challenging aspects of life lifts our spirits. Having a change in perception is the result of adding humor to our life. Instead of seeing the glass as half empty we see the glass as ...
Views: 1586 - How Much Control Do You Have Over Your Sleep Habits? - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2017 from Jessica McMohenMillions of Americans don’t get the recommended amount of sleep each night. It’s recommended that adults get between 7 and 9 hours of sleep every night, but in reality, 40 percent of us get less than that. Lack of sleep impacts our daily performance, our feelings of wellness, and of course, both ...
Views: 1586 - What Are the Causes to Osteoporosis? - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2009 from Steve CaldwellOsteoporosis is the problem related to the bones. As the name of the disease suggests it means porous bones. The bones become porous and cause osteoporosis. Many old people are noted to be suffering with the osteoporosis. But, nowadays even the young people are noted to be suffering with the ...
Views: 1586(2 votes) - Avoid Statins Through Natural Lifestyle Changes - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from John PhillipCholesterol lowering statins have been hailed as miracle drugs and yet medical research has come to the dismal conclusion that they are virtually worthless in preventing heart disease or death from a heart attack, possibly helping 1 out of 100 who take the drug. Those aren’t very good odds when ...
Views: 1585(1 vote) - Beat Fatigue By Taking The Perfect Nap - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2012 from Orson RamseyNapping is awesome and mostly undervalued in American culture. Thankfully, the trend is starting to change. Companies from Proctor and Gamble to Google have sleep pods in their offices for employees to reserve. Dropping out of life can pay back with interest. Harvard researchers found protective ...
Views: 1585 - Stress and Sleep - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Debi Silber, The Mojo CoachStress and Sleep Are you getting enough sleep? According to the latest survey from the Better Sleep Council , 68% of American women admit to getting less than 8 hours of sleep per night. You can bet that percentage is higher among moms! Sleep eludes some of us because stresses in our lives ...
Views: 1585(2 votes) - Wellness and the Galileo Conundrum - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2012 from Jon CanasIt took a lot of courage for Galileo Galilei (1564 – 1642) to publish his findings. His observations of the sky with a new instrument for the time – the telescope – proved the theory of Copernicus (1473 – 1543), mathematician and astronomer. The trouble was that at the time, philosophy and ...
Views: 1585(1 vote) - 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: 1584(1 vote) - Lymph, a Forgotten System That Deserves Your Respect - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2012 from Roberta MittmanEver feel sore, swollen lumps the sides of your neck at the beginning of a cold? Those are lymph nodes. Because we tend to ignore it when we're not ill, many of us don't really know what the lymph system does--or why it is so crucial to human functioning and even survival. Imagine an ...
Views: 1584 - The Antibiotics Crisis: How Did We Get Here And Where Do We Go Next? - by Submitted on May 09, 2012 from Russell AltmanIn recent years there has been a lot of news about the impending antibiotics crisis, brought to a head by renewed awareness that we are running out of drugs to treat evolving superbugs, and with the startling revelation following the NDM-1 discovery, that microorganisms are also capable of ...
Views: 1584 - Meditation Reinvented: How Feedback Alters The Odds Of Success - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2009 from Carol McMahonAppearances can be deceptive. Sitting meditation looks like restfully doing nothing at all. Meditation is, however, a task of extreme difficulty, and chances are the sitter is not performing well. Meditation’s task is paying attention. All forms of meditation involve attention focused on ...
Views: 1583(3 votes) - Take Care to Not Lose Focus - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2012 from Charmaine HammondSelf-care on a daily basis is essential to being able to cope with change, especially in the work place. There are strategies that we can do every day to ensure that we have the energy and the resources to cope with what comes our way. The first one is ensuring that we are eating healthily. ...
Views: 1583 - How to Optimize Your Nutrition to Optimize Your Body and Mind - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Ange AngladeEveryone has heard the expression, "You are what you eat." This very simple saying means more and more each day as we gain a greater understanding about how foods affect us. •The food you put into your body has an effect on your physical appearance, energy levels, bodily processes and how ...
Views: 1582 - The Wordallogic Oct 19, 2011 - How Do You Answer Cancer? - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2011 from Aleasa Word*Commentary is not meant to substitute for professional advice. Any attempt to reprint, duplicate or use text used herein without expressed written permission is a violation of the law. How Do You Answer Cancer? - October 19, 2011 -Author, Aleasa M. Word Walking into the room, ...
Views: 1581(1 vote) - Top Best Natural PCOS Treatments - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from Cherri BurdiPolycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that Typically assaults women who are on their reproductive age. The condition is characterized by enlarged ovaries that contain a variety of fluid-filled small cysts along its edge. For young women, absence of menstrual periods is the ...
Views: 1581 - What Does Guava Taste Like? - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2017 from Victor MarchioneBefore we address the question, let’s talk about the benefits of consuming guava. Guava is said to have many health benefits. The fruit is rich in essential vitamins and minerals. It is high in vitamin C and also contains vitamins A, B, and E. It has a good amount of fiber and a relatively low ...
Views: 1581 - Stress Management and Exercise - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2013 from Grahak CunninghamStress Management and Exercise We have all come home from a run or the gym and felt the benefits, both physical and mental. Sweating out the problems of the day, we can feel pleased with ourselves and leave the worries and problems of everyday life behind. Something about it invokes a ...
Views: 1580(2 votes) - Change Your Frequency Change Your Body - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2012 from Angela MinelliIn my last blog post, Sleep Time is Realignment -of- Energies Time, I talked about one of my most effective strategies I use to keep my energy aligned so that I am able to stay consistent with what I want to attract to me. Another strategy I use that I again borrow from Abraham-Hicks is the ...
Views: 1579 - Perk up Penis Function with 9 Essential Nutrients - by Submitted on May 17, 2013 from John DuganThese days, many men are beginning to take charge of their health, and what better place to start than down below. Penis health is an often-overlooked area of men’s health; but unfortunately, the well-being of the little guy is not guaranteed. Most men are unsure how to best care for the penis; ...
Views: 1579 - 6 Ways to Restore Your Energy for the Rest of Your Life - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from Paul KayeYou may be the type of person who tells yourself that you need to get away in order to rest or that you will rest when you have time. Perhaps you say that when the job or project is done, then you'll rest. Maybe you are even waiting for "the kids to be grown up" before you'll rest. This way of ...
Views: 1578(1 vote) - Bioenergy, Energy Meridians and Aura in Traditional Medicine - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2011 from Codrut TutuThe concept of bioenergy is a subject widely debated upon by scientists. The Western sciences have often found themselves helpless before nature and its phenomena, in their attempt of explaining natural manifestations and human existence. Trying to fight and deny the concept of bioenergy, ...
Views: 1578(2 votes) - Characteristics Of Resilient People - Part One - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Rita SchianoIt is the very nature of life to strive to continue in being.Since this continuance can be secured only by constant renewals,life is a self-renewing process. ~ John Dewey The ability to bounce back: How quickly we bounce back from crises and tragedy is dependent on how resilient we are. ...
Views: 1578 - Digestive Health Checklist: Learn what Risks to your Brain are Associated with Stomach Upset - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2015 from Lana ThomasDigestive Health Checklist What is the most important system in your body? Of course all eleven systems are important as a whole, but if you cannot absorb nutrients then your entire body will begin operating like a city in a brown out. Since your health depends so largely on your ability to ...
Views: 1578 - Glycemic Index - Why You Should Pay Attention to It - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2010 from Dr. Nathalie BeauchampThe Glycemic Index (GI) of a carbohydrate source is an important factor to take into consideration. Entire books have been written on the subject and I will not attempt to go into great detail, but here is the “gist” of it. The Glycemic Index shows the various rates at which a carbohydrate ...
Views: 1576(3 votes) - How to lose weight with Feminy X - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2018 from Nancy LeeKnowing where to start to achieve weight loss is one of the most important steps that can guarantee the success of what you are looking for. Why, here you will know the power of FENINY X, both for exercise that you lose weight, and for using in fitness recipes, as it is one of the best ...
Views: 1576(1 vote) - Why Is Yoga Clothing Important For A Women - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Fushi Wellbeing LtdIf you are already practise yoga and know enough about the attire one needs then perhaps you do not need these tips and already have your yoga wardrobe organised. However if you are thinking of taking up yoga then you might want to consider some handy tips on what would be the best sort of ...
Views: 1576 - Rest for the Weary - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2023 from Debra BurdickIf you are like most people these days, your life is full of things that need to be done. No matter how much you do, there is always more to be done. There are chores around the house and yard, cooking and cleaning, chauffeuring the kids to their activities, helping them get their homework ...
Views: 1575(1 vote) - Warning - Are You Eating Toxic Waste Disposal? Part I - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2012 from Dr. Chrys GhiraldiniThe most common ways to get toxic during the Summer are by eating or ingesting toxic products unknowingly. On this first article, Part I, I'll discuss one of the most hidden ways to ingest toxicity. Part II of this series will discuss the other 2 Summer substances that are highly toxic and ...
Views: 1573 - Cadaveric Liver Transplant v/s Living Liver Donation: Which is better? - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2019 from Masuma LinjaviLiver transplant is an option in end-stage liver disease. There are two types of liver donors. Living liver donors and cadaver donors. Living liver donors involve grafting a part of liver to patients liver from a living donor. Cadavers or the deceased donors are those donors which are brain ...
Views: 1571 - Surviving The Holidays (Your Guide to Fighting Holiday Weight Gain) - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2012 from Wendy StollCakes, cookies, pies…oh my! It’s that time of year when your willpower will be tested to extremes at parties and family get-togethers. The average person will gain 5-15 pounds during this food-filled season of eating. You can conquer the battle of holiday weight gain by following these simple ...
Views: 1571 - Why Choose CBD Pre Rolls & Other Cannabis Options - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2020 from M Nasir AzizCannabis has been one of the most discussed topics of the present century. It has a history of use with many tribes and cultures all over the world. However, it also has a negative reputation, especially with most countries. It has been banned all over the world, and even its use and possession ...
Views: 1571(1 vote) - How Biotech Can Help Pharma Better Tackle Rare Diseases - by Submitted on May 15, 2017 from Kevin XuRecent outbreaks in the United States, such as Zika and dengue fever in the South, have made it clear that rare infectious diseases know no bounds. Yet, as the threat of infectious diseases rises, government funding for research and development of cures has hit an all-time low, forcing ...
Views: 1570 - Men: Sex, Trauma, and Embodiment - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2011 from Ken Stofft, MA, CSBOver the past 20 years plus I've work with thousands of men. Over these years men have confided in me about the traumas they experienced, the addictive behaviors they engaged in to numb these traumatic experiences, and the sex they dived into to escape their fears around intimacy and trust. Many ...
Views: 1570(1 vote) - The Big "SEE": Ten Eye-Opening Life Lessons Learned From Cancer - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2012 from Janbreathe@aol.com Janbreathe@aol.comMy diagnosis of uterine cancer over 3 years ago created an ‘emerge and see’ situation, forcing me to emerge to a higher perspective and see clearly what I needed to do to save and enrich my life. Cancer, like any life calamity, is a wake-up call. It opened my eyes in many profound ways -- that’s ...
Views: 1570(2 votes) - Is Water Fluoridation Safe and Helpful? - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2012 from Jim O'DonnellIs Fluoride in Water Beneficial? The CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) considers putting fluoride in the nation's water supply one of their "10 greatest public health achievements of the 20th century." Water in many communities across America has been undergoing fluoridation for ...
Views: 1569 - Nine Fast and Easy Ideas To Prevent Boating Accidents - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2011 from David JensenIn 2008, in excess of two-thirds of those who died in recreational boating accidents drowned. And 90 percent of those who drowned were not wearing a life jacket. The U.S. Coast Guard claims that in 2008, virtually 15% of the boating incidents caused a loss of life. Practically all boating ...
Views: 1567(1 vote) - Your Sick Child Wants to Feel Normal - by Submitted on May 07, 2010 from Alesia ShuteYour Sick Child Wants to Feel Normal – Here’s How to Help Them At age seven, I was diagnosed with colon cancer. A scary reality hit my parents like a ton of bricks. How are we going to protect our baby girl? What types of walls or shelter do we need to create so that she can survive this ...
Views: 1567(1 vote) - How To Grow Taller Fast - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2013 from Mike AndrewHave you been eager to raise your height? Worry not. It is possible you can discover how to grow taller fast today. Many consider that they’re destined to live on with the height their genetics gave them. You don’t need to! There are hundreds ways to make yourself look as well as be ...
Views: 1566(1 vote) - Talking About Aging and Disease - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2009 from Bette DowdellPeople in the health biz throw around the lingo as if everybody has a clue. Well, some do, but some don’t. And even those that do may recognize the word without understanding its meaning. So, lets talk some terminology. Especially about things that drag us down–including body parts that ...
Views: 1566(2 votes) - To Each Their Own: 3 Healthy Foods that Don’t Work the Same for Everyone - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2018 from Brooke ChaplanWhen it comes to establishing and maintaining a healthy diet, it would be ideal if everyone could follow the same diet. After all, everything from maintaining a healthy weight to preventing disease and more are affected by the foods that you eat. Unfortunately, there is not a catch-all meal plan ...
Views: 1566 - Help Heal Your Stomach With Diet & Exercise! - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2011 from Wendy StollConstipation, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), reflux, GERD…these are not pretty words, but in todays busy world doctors are seeing more patients with these stomach ailments. Stress, unhealthy eating habits, dehydration, and lack of exercise all affect our body’s ability to digest food. Try some ...
Views: 1565(1 vote) - 4 Steps to Experiencing Spiritual Wellness - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Kip MazuyIf you want to attain deep peace and spiritual wellness, follow these 4 easy steps. The first step in spiritual wellness is to address what you put into your body. Whatever food you eat becomes a part of your experience. And so if you are eating a lot of junk food then your body will be ...
Views: 1564(1 vote) - Detox Preparation Plan & Free Detox Diet - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Richard ClarkeI have been personal training clients from Swansea for over 15 years and have never seen such good results as I have on my latest detox diet plan. Detox can create a number of symptoms in your body as your body goes through the process of purifying itself and eliminating toxins. Some common ...
Views: 1564 - Remaining Healthy, Happy and Positive During Testing Times - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2009 from Robert NajemyWhat do we mean by the phrase “testing times”? There are periods in the life of every person, when certain events and situations demand greater inner strength, courage, faith, stamina, energy, understanding, optimism, inner security and self-confidence. These times may be personal, familial, ...
Views: 1564(1 vote) - What changes in the brain to people with Alzheimer's disease? - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2012 from mijlo cirejcAlzheimer’s disease affects the brain of a person. It incapacitates a person and makes them totally dependent gradually. The cerebral cortex reduces in size. The cerebral cortex is the external covering of the brain and it is responsible for scholarly performance. The brain undergoes many ...
Views: 1563 - NOURISHMENT OF SUPER DIVINE ENERGIES PRINCIPLES VIA YAJNAS - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2012 from Yuga Rishi Shriram SharmaIn the Paanini Sootras the word Yajna comes from: Yajayaachayatavicha uprakcharaksho nad. It means worship of God, association with saints and charity. Thus according to Paanini Yajna means worship of demigods and worship of demigods via Hari. Just as each country elects its government for ...
Views: 1562 - Does The Best Nail Fungus Treatment Really Exist? - by Submitted on May 29, 2013 from Ewen ChiaDoes the best nail fungus treatment really exist? Well, to answer your question, yes and no. You will be able to find all sorts of remedies that get rid of fungus. Some may work better than others. Let me share with you my experiences with you, and hopefully, it will help you decide on how you ...
Views: 1561 - Step Up to Step Aerobics - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2008 from Menno SpijkstraPerhaps you have heard of the term “step aerobics”. It was popular some time back. To some people, step aerobics is a refined substitute for aerobic dancing. Are you still in for the groove of step aerobics? It may be quite some time since you have last done it. Step arobics is a ...
Views: 1561(1 vote) - What Our Athletes Can Teach Us About Recovery! - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2016 from Dr. Anne BrownThis summer in particular, we had some pretty spectacular athletic competitions in England, France, and more recently, Rio. Whether you follow cycling, tennis or any of the competitions that took place in Rio, it is hard not to be inspired and learn from some of the stories. Stories and ...
Views: 1561(1 vote) - 5 Questions Moms Should Ask When Choosing Skin Care Products - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2009 from Christine FarlowDid you know that cancer-causing chemicals have been found in the skin care products you buy for yourself and your children? Maybe you've heard about it in the news. But if you didn't, you're not alone. Many people, just like you, have been using body care products containing harmful ingredients ...
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