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The Watercure Recipe - by Russell Mariani- Alcohol Addiction Will Steal Your Youth - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2012 from Marilyn KegleyThe sad truth about alcohol is that it is actually condoned world-wide as an acceptable form of recreation, and is the most abused and addictive legal substance available. Abusing alcohol does not mean that you have an addiction to alcohol, but that you use the substance while in a risky ...
Views: 1321(1 vote) - Communicating Wellness Using the Universal Language and the Whole Brain - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2009 from Marc LernerWhen people focus on their thinking, they communicate in the cultural way they were conditioned to live in. Their language, habits and values were taught to them by the people they grew up with and they tend to believe that is the correct way to think. If they were taught to go beyond thinking ...
Views: 1321(1 vote) - 10 Tips for Deep Sleep - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2016 from Lance BregerSleep is the single greatest and cheapest form of rest, repair and rejuvenation for the human body and mind, but often the very first thing sacrificed by today’s high performing professionals. Our 24/7 access to work, light and carbohydrates has completely deteriorated the quality and quantity ...
Views: 1320 - The Cornerstone of Health and Well-being - by Submitted on May 18, 2009 from Geoffrey GluckmanThere is much advice floating around on the web, in magazines, and from friends and colleagues about how to be the more healthy. Much of it may be useful, however a subtle, key ingredient is missing. Self-responsibility. It may seem like common sense and it is, if one truly understands the ...
Views: 1320(1 vote) - 5 Ways To Keep Your Brain And Memory Sharp - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2018 from Karen SimpsonThe possibility of losing our mental acuity is intimidating, especially if you have watched grandparents and parents struggle with their memory as they age. Unfortunately, maintaining a healthy brain and keen memory isn’t as simple as solving the regular Sudoku puzzle. Instead, there are five ...
Views: 1319 - Cholesterol Level Predicts Heart Disease Risk in Young Adults - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2010 from John PhillipThe results of a 20 year study bring to light the importance of healthy diet and lifestyle from an early age. Elevated cholesterol levels in young adults in their 20's and 30's were predictive of the development of coronary artery calcium and atherosclerosis later in life. Coronary Artery ...
Views: 1319(1 vote) - How to Focus During a Health Challenge - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2011 from Marc LernerOne of our most valuable gifts is our focus. I define focus as how we direct our awareness; for what we give our attention to, is what we become conscious of. Even though our visual focus may seem little more than a glance, our awareness has the ability to transport our consciousness. ...
Views: 1319(1 vote) - How to Treat Hemorrhoids at Home - 3 Steps You Can Do - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonHemorrhoids are irritating and should be avoided if possible. Having them will result to painful, discomforting and embarrassing experience, which can lead to bleeding if not treated immediately. Good thing hemorrhoids can be easily treated at home so now you must learn how to treat hemorrhoids ...
Views: 1319 - Stop Being a Germ Magnet - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2013 from Zen-Jay ChuangThe cold and flu season was off to an early start this year and it has been a nasty one. Whether or not you're one of the victims basically depends on two things: one, whether or not you're exposed to a cold or flu virus and two, how strong your immune system is. We live in a sea of bacteria, ...
Views: 1319 - Symptoms of Stress - Are You Sure? - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2010 from Jill RheaumeThere are many different symptoms of stress. Many of us focus only on the mental symptoms or feelings of being "stressed-out". But there are also many symptoms that are physical as well. This can become confusing because without the help of a doctor, it's difficult to know if the physical ...
Views: 1318(4 votes) - Vitamin D and Sun Exposure: Shedding Some Light on The Issue - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2010 from Dr. Nathalie BeauchampThe media and healthcare professionals have highlighted the harms and consequences of exposure to sunlight, however, there are many important benefits to sun exposure as well, which are often overlooked. Furthermore, sunscreen is often seen as the healthy choice for sun protection, but this ...
Views: 1318(2 votes) - Weight Loss Diets - Why Do People Gain Weight in the First Place? - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2013 from Rick CarpenterGaining weight is a major problem for millions of people and there are many who desperately want to fix their problem. To lose weight, you not only need to find right diet and exercise plan, but also you need to set your mind to being ready and willing to lose weight. The answers to why ...
Views: 1318(1 vote) - Are You Taking Control of Your Hormones? - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2011 from Dr. Nathalie BeauchampIn my 15 years in practice, I have encountered my fair share of patients having hot flashes right there on my table while getting adjusted. They are usually embarrassed and apologize profusely for being so damp. I smile and tell them that a little sweat never made me nervous as I have been going ...
Views: 1317 - [Video]How Do I Tell Him I Have Herpes? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Bobbi PalmerIf you are over 40 and dating, it is extremely likely that you have something about your past or your present you’re afraid to share when you meet new men. As I talked about in my last Grownup Girls’ Night Out, there is a good time AND a good way to talk about your ...
Views: 1317 - Dry And Wet forms Of Age-related Macular Degeneration Overview - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2008 from Connie LimonWe use our central vision every day for seeing objects clearly and for reading and driving. The eye disease that gradually destroys sharp, central vision associated with aging is age-related macular degeneration or AMD. AMD affects the macula. This is the part of the eye that allows you to ...
Views: 1316 - Getting That Good Feeling - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2009 from Alice GreeneHave you ever read fitness or weight loss success stories in a magazine and noticed that what each person is most thrilled about is how great they feel? They are happy to lose the weight of course, yet they discover it isn’t how much they lost that makes them feel so good. What is most ...
Views: 1316 - How to Become a Counselor - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2012 from Rosemary PriceHow to become a counselor - How to become a therapist. Firstly let us look at why you wish to. Is it to understand yourself better? Or your partner? Or potential lovers and partners? Or are you actually thinking of this as a tool that you can use career wise and sell to clients to earn a ...
Views: 1316(1 vote) - Infertility Can Be Resolved Naturally - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2008 from Dr. Pamela FrankDefinition of Infertility Infertility is defined as the inability to conceive after one year of unprotected trying or to carry a pregnancy to a live birth. Causes of Infertility The most common causes of infertility are hormone imbalances, PCOS, fibroids, endometriosis, male factor, age and ...
Views: 1316(1 vote) - Self-Love: 5 Ways to Put You First - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from Charly EmeryPutting you first is more than a seductive, self-help catch phrase. When I started making my “big picture for life” a priority and backed up my desires through my choices and actions, I started experiencing unbelievable developments. It completely changed my life. This is precisely why I teach ...
Views: 1316(1 vote) - The Meta-Learning Series: Is This Your Style? (Part 1) - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2015 from Lucas Thomas#2: Learn-to-Learn (Part 1 – Active and Reflective Learning Techniques) After figuring out your learning-style last week, it’s time to learn the different techniques that work best for you. *Note – Techniques used by each style can work and be useful to the other styles. Just because one ...
Views: 1316 - Have A Heart - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from Joanne JacksonFebruary is Heart Month, so you’re probably hearing a great deal about what to do to keep your heart healthy. Eat this and not that, exercise more, get more sleep and reduce your stress level. This amazing organ works hard to keep us alive, so let’s take a brief look at what the heart and the ...
Views: 1315(1 vote) - Honor Your Body - by Submitted on May 06, 2011 from Maureen Brennan MercierHonor your body especially now that we are celebrating Spring. After the usual excesses of the winter season it is time to get back to our routine and daily practices to bring more balance in our body and in our lives. Moderation in all things is key here. There are many ways to honor your ...
Views: 1315(1 vote) - Top 10 Foods to Lower Cholesterol - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2013 from Jeff CastmanSome foods are known to raise cholesterol. Some are known to lower cholesterol. If you replace the bad foods with good foods you double your benefit. Most of us know unhealthy food when we see it. But it's not so obvious which foods are really good, especially when it comes to reducing ...
Views: 1315(2 votes) - Rebuilding Value in Our Lives - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2010 from Halley GrahamIt was Christmas Eve when award-winning author and documentarian Douglas Rushkoff was mugged in front of his “hip” Park Slope neighborhood apartment in Brooklyn while taking out his trash. He immediately did what any responsible neighbor would do: Warn his fellow residents as to the location and ...
Views: 1314(1 vote) - Solving The Wellness Challenge - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2009 from Jill PrinceDo you know how stress is destroying your life and what to do about it? You’ve all heard of stress but most people think of stress as the emotional kind and are not aware of another kind of stress – oxidative stress. Let's talk about emotional stress first. Hans Selye is known as the ...
Views: 1314(2 votes) - Why you're not skinny (yet) - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Sukie BaxterDo you ever hang out in coffee shops, sipping your double Americano – no cream or sugar – nibbling on air, and staring around you at the local color, silently tallying up the calories in their triple vanilla lattes, hand forged donuts, scones, and delectable baked treats, marveling at their slim ...
Views: 1314(2 votes) - The Speaking Body- Information Based Healing - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2013 from Joan JacobsInformation based healing is a new and unique type of energy work based on accessing energetic information from the body and activating it for the purpose of healing. The Science of Information Science reporter Mark Buchman wrote in New Science Magazine that “an increasing number of ...
Views: 1313 - 2012's Best Men's Health Products Are Here! - by Submitted on May 21, 2012 from rome hyperWhat are the first things that come to your mind when you hear the words 'men's health?' Are your first thoughts of workout plans, nutrition tips, and muscle building techniques? Or do you tend to focus on topics that center on sex tips and advice? After all, men's health is not all about peak ...
Views: 1312 - Healer's Best Friend - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Karen KleinwortAre you a dog lover or a cat friend? If you are, then you have first-hand knowledge of the benefits of having animals in our home and lives. But what if you aren’t? What might you be missing out on? How about lower overall stress levels, reduced risk of heart attacks, improved memory function, ...
Views: 1312 - Healthy Diet and Nutrition Tips for Women - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2017 from Dr. Vikram ChauhanWhat is healthy diet- A variety of food that give nutrients to our body to keep body healthy, feel good and have proper amount of energy. Healthy diet contains proper amount of nutrients that include proteins, carbohydrates, fats, water, vitamins and minerals.What is nutrition-The process ...
Views: 1312 - Situational and Clinical Depression - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2012 from Graham CookBy Patrick Day www.triumphoverdepression.org There are two quite different types of depression one should understand to receive proper help for depression. The two are situational and clinical depression. A simple explanation of the differences can be found in two parables. A person loses her ...
Views: 1312(1 vote) - 3 Foods Seniors with Diabetes Should Avoid - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2017 from Aaron DyerDiabetes is a chronic condition, which has reached epidemic proportions among people of all ages, especially older adults. It involves many critical consequences such as heart and kidney disease, loss of vision and several other complications. These conditions are also associated with ...
Views: 1311 - A Surprise Finding: Endothelial Cells Rejuvenate Your Liver - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Byron RichardsYour liver is the “brain of your body” and its healthy function is required for your ongoing well being. Your liver is potentially damaged by pollution, excess alcohol, medications, street drugs, internal “plumbing” problems, and excess food. For the first time, a process by which your liver ...
Views: 1311 - Are You All In? - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2012 from Renee HeigelWhen it comes to your spirituality, relationships, career, family, fitness, health, children… are you putting all of your cards on the table and going big or going home? So often we are driven to “give it our all” through guilt, fear and anxiety, and what happens is that we actually get ...
Views: 1311 - Diabetes Type 2 – Natural Approaches To Diabetes Treatment - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2009 from Dana MortensonDiabetes type 2 is perhaps one of the most researched topics anywhere in the world. Thus with all the wealth of information you must have stumbled upon, you may think you already know everything there is to know about diabetes type 2. For instance, you must know by now that diabetes type 2 ...
Views: 1311(1 vote) - Heartburn Relief - Tips To Set Off Heartburn Symptoms - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2008 from Dr John AnneA bitter taste in the mouth, a constant cough, sore throat, tiredness ... if you are waking every morning with these conditions of nighttime heartburn, you should do something. A large number of people experience heartburn and the more serious condition gastro esophageal reflux disease (GERD) ...
Views: 1310(1 vote) - How Important Is It to Tell the Truth? - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Troy Rampy“All of us contain Music & Truth, but most of us can’t get it out.” —- Mark Twain Okay. Here’s one of my favorite topics. And one I struggle with as much as the next guy. When I was growing up, I had a natural tendency to tell the truth, always. I was brought up with that ethic and it ...
Views: 1310(2 votes) - Losing Weight - Is It a Never Ending Battle? - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2013 from Rick CarpenterAre you fighting a never ending battle trying to lose weight? Gaining weight seems to be inevitable after people reach a certain age. Does it always have to be that way? Unless you are one of those people who happen to have a metabolism that remains high, your metabolism will become lower as you ...
Views: 1310(1 vote) - The Facts On Flax - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2012 from Joanne JacksonFlax seed oil is the richest source of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), a member of the omega -3 essential fatty acid family. Because our body is unable to manufacture essential fatty acids (EFAs), they must be consumed through our diet. Here are just a few of the health benefits of omega -3 ...
Views: 1310 - What is a Herniated Disc or a Slipped Disc - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2013 from Vaibhav AggarwalLumbar disc herniation is (generally) lower vertebrae of the spine between the structural damage to the washer, where in the washer content of the soft bulges into the spinal canal, causing pain symptoms. People in the mouth trouble passing as sciatica, sciatica but often is called as back ...
Views: 1310 - Zen Health and Wellness - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2015 from Peter KirwanA Quick Preamble: A brief explanation of Zen is probably the way to go here, before we get into the "meat-and-potatoes" of what "Zen Health & Wellness" is all about - so here goes: ZEN: a word that (to a born-and-bred westerner like me anyhow) seems very eastern, very mystical and ...
Views: 1310 - 7 Ways to Beat Stress - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2010 from Nwenna KaiMy articles are always inspired by my clients, friends, and the community I serve when they email me their questions about their health and their diets. I always feel so inspired to help and write and serve and so I wanted to write this blog post about conquering stress since a good friend of ...
Views: 1309(2 votes) - An Overview Of Amenorrhea - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2008 from Connie LimonThe absence of a menstrual period is called “amenorrhea.” There are two kinds: • Primary: When a young girl has not yet had a period by age 16 • Secondary: A woman who used to have a regular period but then stopped for at least three months (this can include pregnancy) Signs of amenorrhea ...
Views: 1309 - Four Simple, Specific Techniques to Enjoy Your Transitions PLUS: FREE Self-Care Guide Offer! - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2015 from T. Renee RichardsonAloha! The phrases, "Focus on the positive," and, "What you focus on is what expands," have become as cliche as gluten issues. What do these phrases need in order to evolve from merely truthful to potently useful in helping you enjoy your transitions, such as retirement, career change, ...
Views: 1309(1 vote) - Herbal Tea Can Be a Delicious Way to Feel Better - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from Zuri EberhartThere’s something so relaxing about drinking a cup of herbal tea. It’s flavorful and soothing, but did you know that there are health benefits to drinking herbal tea? Whether you have an upset stomach or a tension headache, or are having trouble sleeping, there is a delicious herbal tea that ...
Views: 1309 - You Can Stop Anxiety Attacks and Panic Disorder - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Lianda LudwigAnxiety attacks, also known as panic attacks and panic disorder are different from "normal" stress. Stress and stressful events seem to happen to some people more than others. If you are a calm person, or someone who has learned to manage stress, life is easier for you. But sometimes an event ...
Views: 1309 - Royal Spa & Salon Services in South Delhi - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2012 from Anju AroraAccording to Greek Mythology, Three Graces is referred to as Joy, Charm & Beauty. Counted amongst the top Luxury Spa in Delhi, Three Graces has become an essential appendage for Delhi’s health and beauty conscious citizens. Thus, every time you enter a neighboring Spa, the menu is loaded with ...
Views: 1308 - Weight Loss and Diabetes - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2009 from Mark PhelpsIn the United States there are 23.6 million children and adults who have diabetes about 7.8% of the population. Here is a fact about diabetes, if a person has a two hour blood glucose level between 140 and 199 they are classified as pre-diabetic, if their levels are higher than 200 they are ...
Views: 1308(1 vote) - Why Detoxify? - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2010 from craig jacobsPut simply, detoxification is cleansing the body on the inside. As important as bathing or brushing your teeth, it is one of the most important health related functions we can perform during our lives, and is surprisingly easy for us to undertake. Toxicity is a problem that virtually every ...
Views: 1308(2 votes) - A Sleep Sanctuary for Sweet Dreams - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2018 from Leah Ann BolenTake a cue from history & create the ultimate sleep retreat. Sleep and dreams were the foundation for healing thousands of years ago. In ancient Egypt and Greece, if you were feeling out of sorts or sick, you'd head over to the nearest dream temple. These sleep sanctuaries were the ...
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