| 2942 Views | Living Without A Gallbladder By : Dr. Loretta Lanphier, ND, CN, HHP
Roughly 20 million Americans suffer from gallstones, and 750,000 of them have their gallbladders removed each year. There are 800,000 hospitalizations and 2 billion dollars spent annually on gallbladder disease... |
| 2324 Views | Treating UTI's Naturally By : Nicole Bandes, Natural Health Coach
Not all urinary tract infections require antibiotics. Now that studies are showing we are becoming more and more resistant to antibiotics, it may be wise to start looking at natural alternatives. Read more about how you can naturally treat a UTI and when you really should go to the doctor. |
| 692 Views | Arthritis Pain—How to Avoid Accidental Acetaminophen Poisoning By : Barbara Allan
During cold and flu season, people who take acetaminophen for arthritis are at risk for acetaminophen poisoning. Taking maximum recommended dose of just two acetaminophen-containing products, for instance, a pain reliever and a cold remedy, can cause acute liver failure. |
| 572 Views | Is Nail Fungus Contagious? By : Daniel J.Fox
Nail fungus and toenail fungus is common amongst men and women. A nail fungus can affect the appearance of toenails, making them unsightly. Once the toenail fungus takes hold, the fungus is kept in place by the nail plate, making it very difficult to get rid of. Nail fungus is the most common cause of discolored, thick, and deformed toenails.
Nail fungus is made up of tiny organisms that can infect fingernails and toenails. Despite the commonly used term "fungal toenails",... |
| 499 Views | Elliptical Trainer By : Simon Oldmann
the trend these days is to lose weight fast, a drastic action that brings the numbers down and let you start fresh, but we all know that you need to keep working out and keeping an eye on what you eat if you want to maintain what you have earned during your diet.
The elliptical trainer is an excersice equipment that is an developed and upgraded kind of gym machine, it is built with the purpose to stimulate the muscles involved in aerobic excersice like running or walking b... |
| 492 Views | How Prescription Diet Pills Work By : Frank Mills
Diet Pills come in three different varieties - prescription, over the counter (OTC) and herbal supplements. The only way to purchase prescription diet pills is with a medical doctor’s prescription. Prescription diet pills are tested and continually monitored by the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). You can purchase OTC diet pills at a drugstore, pharmacy, health food or vitamin store. OTC diet pills are still monitored by the F... |
| 428 Views | Cleanse Your Colon For A Boost In Health By : Christopher H. Waters
A variety of health problems exist today which can all be traced back to the colon; abdominal pain, discomfort, constipation, diarrhea and lack of energy. Bowel movements are the basis of our health. If we don't have at least one bowel movement per day, we are already walking our way toward disease. These diseases even may lead to colon cancer. Therefore we require a regular cleanses of our colon, kidney, liver & gall bladder to keep our bodies healthy. A colon cleanse is the... |
| 407 Views | Arm Exercise! By : Jerry Hall Leo
Whether you want to tone and define weak arms so that you can wear something sleeveless with confidence or you want to increase muscle mass, working the muscles in the front and back of the upper arms will help you get there.
Most people new to bodybuilding pay a lot of attention to building big arms, sometimes to the point of overtraining. Don't forget, the arm muscles are brought into play during most exercises aimed at other body parts so care must be taken not to overd... |
| 401 Views | Diet For Aching Joints By : Jason Atilia
Chronic illnesses like arthritis, are often linked to dietary practices. Researches show that certain food can start arthritic pain. But on the positive side, recent studies also show that some food can alleviate pain caused by arthritis. However, it must be clarified that far from being cures, these offer only temporary relief or act as preventive measures.
Teas are known detoxifiers and cleansers. But did you know that they also minimize inflammatory signals that cause a... |
| 389 Views | Depression In Adolescence By : Janie Jonah
Growing up is something we all have to face. This often brings with it the consequences that are not particularly welcome. Our biggest changes occur in our youth and in particularly during adolescence where we undergo, huge changes, not only physical but also emotional and psychological.
This can be very overwhelming and difficult for teens to cope with. Particularly within the family setting the teen can feel isolated as he may very well feel he is going through these cha... |
| 382 Views | How Over-The-Counter Diet Pills Work By : Frank Mills
We have all seen the diet pill ads that claim they can “melt away the pounds” and “give you more energy”. Over the counter (OTC) diet pills promise a quick fix but can they really deliver? OTC diet pills are regulated by the Food and Drug Administration which classifies them as dietary supplements. This is why you can purchase them without a prescrption at any local drugstore health food store, or supermarket
Xenedrine, Dexatrim and Zantrex-3 are examples of over-the-coun... |
| 370 Views | What is Keratoconus? By : Heather Colman
Keratoconus is a degenerative non-inflammatory disorder of the eye in which structural changes within the cornea cause it to thin and change to a more conical shape than its normal, even curve. |
| 367 Views | Foreplay - How To Meet Women, Attract Women, And Relate To Women Sexually By : MR. L. RX
Discusses foreplay and its role in meeting women, attracting women, and relating to women. |
| 366 Views | Bodyweight Exercises and Amazing Lunges By : joe driscoll
Discover how to maximize your bodyweight and weighted exercises by applying a little know secret shown here using amazing lunges, the lunge evolution. When you learn how to apply the evolution to your bodyweight exercises you'll maximize strength, speed and athleticism. |
| 365 Views | Managing Stress - How to Effectively Deal with Pressure By : Cathy Warschaw
How to learn to effectively manage and prevent stress |
| 359 Views | Why Low Glycemic Foods? By : Jean Bowler
Some currently popular eating plans like The Perricone Prescription, A Week in the Zone and The Protein Power Lifeplan recommend low glycemic foods.
The theory is that sugar and high glycemic carbs that rapidly convert to sugar trigger a release of insulin to control the level of sugar in the bloodstream. Excess sugar in the bloodstream is inflammatory and causes a cascade of free radical damage.
To explain how dangerous this is, Dr, Perricone points out that diabetic... |
| 350 Views | Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Your Health By : Cheryl Winter, MS, RD, RN
While you know “omega” as the last letter of the Greek alphabet, and meaning, “the end,” it is doubtful that you have heard the end about “omega-3 fatty acids.” In fact, you’ll be hearing more and more about this long-chain fatty acid and how important it is to your health, and how American diets should be increased in this nutrient. |
| 347 Views | Gastroenteritis Causes And Epidemiology By : Ken Donald
Gastroenteritis, also described as inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract, is a sickness of fever, diarrhea and vomiting caused by an infectious virus, bacterium or parasite. It typically is of acute onset, usually lasting less than 10 days and self-limiting. Every so often it is referred to just as 'gastro'. It is often named the stomach flu or gastric flu even though it is not related to influenza.
If only the inflammation is found in the stomach, the term gastritis ... |
| 343 Views | 6 Steps to Ending Bad Eating Habits By : Kathryn Martyn, M.NLP
Whether quitting your addiction to snacking, too much sugar, or quitting smoking it starts with knowing what you want, checking obstacles then handling them in advance. Follow these six steps and you'll more easily reach your goals. |
| 332 Views | Five Types of Affirmations for Empowerment By : Jeanie Marshall
defines five different types of affirmations to progress to greater empowerment, including examples. |
| 328 Views | Top Six Natural Energy Boosters By : Marty Meshek
Today, everyone is looking for that magic energy supplement or pill that will turn their energy back on. What can you do if processed foods, low mineral content foods and toxins have robbed your energy levels? Look to superfoods to re-capture some of those trace minerals you are missing. Cleanse on a regular basis to remove toxins, and add a few herbs and natural enzyme to your diet to rebuild your energy system. |
| 327 Views | Whole Grains By : Jodi Reichenberger
It's easy to add inexpensive, fiber-rich whole grains to meals and sneak them
into your favorite recipes. |
| 308 Views | Meditation 101 By : Mark McCoid
Meditation refers to a state where your body and mind are consciously relaxed and focused. Practitioners of this art report increased awareness, focus, and concentration, as well as a more positive outlook in life. |
| 307 Views | About Hypothyroidism – a Common Health Problem By : Knut Holt
Hypothyroidism or sluggish thyroid give Mental and physical fatigue, weakness, over-weight, depression and many other symptoms. Her are the causes and treatment options of this wellness problem explained. |
| 306 Views | Infant Eczema - Disease And Disorder Of The Skin By : Scott Michaels
The word ‘eczema’ is derived from the Greek meaning to ‘boil over’, describing the bubbly and hot appearance of active eczema. The words eczema and dermatitis mean the same, referring to a particular type of skin inflammation, which has potentially multiple different causes.
More specifically, atopic eczema refers to a very characteristic itchy skin rash, which typically starts in infancy or childhood. It tends to affect different parts of the skin at different stages of ... |
| 303 Views | The Benefits When You Quit Smoking By : Grace Palce -
If you’re a smoker, we know that it’s very difficult to convince yourself of the need to quit smoking. But we assure you, there are just so many reasons why you have to quit smoking. So before we proceed with helpful tips to quit smoking, let’s enumerate the benefits that you’ll enjoy once you quit smoking.
Why don’t we concentrate on the lighter side first? People who smoke tend to have bad breath and yellow teeth. Once you quit smoking however, you’ll never have to restr... |
| 291 Views | Exercise as a Power Source By : Anne Baugh
These days it is so hard to make it the gym. Life is very busy which creates a serious challenge for being consistent with exercise each week. However, exercise is exactly what we need in order to reduce stress, increase longevity, and give the body extra energy for daily living.
These days it is so hard to make it the gym. Life is very busy which creates a serious challenge for being consistent with exercise each week. However, exercise is exactly what we need in order to reduce stress, |
| 289 Views | Menopause Symptoms - Whats the Hype About? By : Dr. Loretta Lanphier, ND, CN, HHP
Everywhere you turn these days—TV, magazines, newspapers, radio, junk mail, Internet—menopause and aging are turned into a disease to get rid of quickly! That is, if they are talked about at all. Advertising and media play a very powerful role in American life. So much so, most of us will not take the time to educate ourselves about particular issues, especially health issues. And why should we, when someone else will do it for us? |
| 286 Views | What is Rosacea - Symptoms and Treatment Options By : Knut Holt
By rosacea there are dilated blood vessels and inflammation in the skin, often accomplished by infection. Here are symptoms, causes and treatment options explained. |
| 286 Views | 5 Steps To Staying Mentally Sharp And Preventing Alzheimer's Disease By : Frank Mangano
If you want to stay sharp and in control of your life well into your golden years, there are proactive methods to achieving the mental alertness you need. More and more research is pointing to the fact that physical activity and lifestyle choices have more to do with preventing Alzheimer s disease (AD) and other forms of dementia - once thought to be a normal part of aging - than pure genetics. So if you had a parent, grandparent or sibling with AD it doesn't mean you have to... |
| 285 Views | Hoodia Gordonii Plus - Can It Help You Lose Weight By : Ken Black
Hoodia Gordonii Plus is an appetite suppressant and metabolism booster and may help you lose weight. It does not contain any known harmful ingredients, as far as scientific research is aware of to date.
The "plus" in the name means it is 100% pure South African Hoodia from the Kalahari Desert and certified as such. It is licensed by the Western Cape Conservation Authority of South Africa and is certified to be authentic. There are two certified documents required are the C... |
| 277 Views | Ending Poverty Consciousness By : Jeanie Marshall
"Ending Poverty Consciousness" distinguishes between poverty and poverty consciousness and gives you practical suggestions for ending these limitations. |
| 276 Views | Mesothelioma: Questions and Answers... By : Thom Reece
Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer in which malignant (cancerous) cells are found in the mesothelium, a protective sac that covers most of the body's internal organs. Most people who develop mesothelioma have worked on jobs where they inhaled asbestos particles. |
| 276 Views | Health Food Supplements - Consumer Guide By : Kwan Lo
Health food supplements are one of the hottest selling products in the market these days. Their total consumption values billions of dollars in the U.S. alone. Recent surveys show that more than half of the adults in the U.S. consume health food supplements in different forms, such as tablets, capsules, powders, soft gels, gel caps and liquids.
The increased consumption of health food supplements can be attributed to public awareness of health issues and improved standard ... |
| 276 Views | How Does Alcohol Affect Exercise? By :
It's finally Friday and you just got off work. Now you're thinking about going out later and having a few drinks with your friends and relaxing. After all, you worked hard all week and you certainly deserve a little enjoyment and fun now that the weekend's here so there's nothing wrong with going out and having a few drinks with your friends, right?
Anyway, like always, tomorrow is a workout day and since you exercise regularly and take care of yourself a little alcohol wo... |
| 276 Views | What You Should Know Before Taking Supplements By :
These days there is plenty of controversy and debate over whether it is beneficial to take various supplements. There are many kinds of supplements out there all with different intentions. There are food or meal supplements, weight loss supplements, strength enhancing supplements, and performance enhancing supplements, just to name a few.
While I do believe that certain supplements can provide some benefits for weight loss and increased fitness, taking the wrong ones or ta... |
| 274 Views | Obesity and the Metabolic Syndrome By : Cheryl Winter, MS, RD, RN
In recent years, scientists have found that some of the complications of obesity, which include diabetes, hypertension, insulin resistance, and heart disease, were more clearly related to the central distribution of fat (excessive fat tissue in the abdominal region), than to overall level of obesity. This central location of fat and the release of fatty acids and cytokines (powerful chemical substances secreted by cells) from the enlarged fat cells in this area, provide the major agents that define the Metabolic Syndrome. |
| 273 Views | Laughter, Play, Fun, Joy, Happiness By : Jeanie Marshall
"Laughter, Play, Fun, Joy, Happiness" discusses the value of these dynamics in our lives as a reminder to laugh and play in a spirit of fun and joy. |
| 273 Views | The Many Voices of Menopause By : Celeste
Each woman experiences menopause differently. This article urges women to listen to their own unique symptoms and be responsible for finding personal solutions through reading and research. They are also encouraged to consider natural alternatives to conventional prescriptions for synthetic hormones and anti-depressants. |
| 273 Views | Tea Tree Oil and a Whole Foods Diet: A Complete Cure By : Kathryn Beach
In order to effectively treat chronic conditions, we have to treat the root of the imbalance. In many cases this can be accomplished through the use of tea tree oil and dietary changes. |
| 272 Views | Learning About Hatha Yoga By : Sheila Easton
Yoga has become one of the most popular types of alternative medical treatments and its popularity is growing rapidly every year.
Hatha yoga is only one of many "types" of yoga that exists today.
Yoga was originally meant to be a spiritual treatment of the mind and the soul.
It has, in today’s world, become more of a physical treatment than anything else.
Hatha yoga is the type of yoga that prepares your body for its spiritual journey. This is mainly done with... |
| 271 Views | Low Carb Priciples For Dieters By : Sarah Williams
So you are fresh to a low carb way of dieting are you? If so, there is no doubt that you have many queries about how the low carb plan works, what to eat and not to eat, and about the low carb rules. Well, the best recommendation that I can give you to read on and note every significant thing about the low carb in your head.
The low carb in general is often mistaken as a short term diet fad. The truth holds that low carb is not a short term and a quick fad diet, where you... |
| 268 Views | Guided Meditation for Empowered Consciousness By : Jeanie Marshall
"Guided Meditations for Empowered Consciousness" presents an overview to approaching meditation as a practice for greater empowerment. This article includes some principles for more enriching meditative experiences. |
| 268 Views | Increase Sperm Count by Ayurveda By : Dr John Anne
Sex is the requirement of any living organism to make his species grow. It is one of the basic instincts of human being. The worlds most ancient medicinal therapy system i.e. ayurveda, strictly mentions in its texts that sperm quality should be increased to achieve a better and superior progeny. |
| 262 Views | Hiccups - What causes Hiccups and How to Get Rid of Hiccups By : alien
A hiccup is also called a hiccough which occurs when the diaphragm (the sheet of muscle separating the lungs from the abdomen) suddenly contracts, and the epiglottis (the flap of tissue at the back of the throat that closes the entrance to the voicebox and windpipe during swallowing) closes. |
| 259 Views | Is Saturated Fat In Coconut Good For Your Heart Health? By : Chris Chew
You probably know that saturated fats are bad fats that can cause all kinds of heart related diseases. Did you know that and the humble coconut oil has 92% saturated fats? Then why is it that there are many advocates of taking coconut oil as a health supplement? Isn't that contradictory?
Supporters of virgin coconut oil argue that coconut oil helps them to improve skin condition, have more energy and even to lose weight. Huh? consuming saturated fats to lose weight? How is... |
| 257 Views | Create a Positive Attitude - How to be Optimistic By : Cathy Warschaw
Suggestions to help you identify what will motivate you to improve your outlook. |
| 257 Views | Teen Rap: Hormone Facts Adults Don't Always Know By : Dr. Loretta Lanphier, ND, CN, HHP
Are you wondering how to handle your body’s changes, acne, mood swings, anger, or just plain stress? Here’s the scoop—there’s a possible solution to these symptoms of hormonal problems that is simple to determine and inexpensive, too. |
| 252 Views | Fitting Walking Into Your Day By : Jonathon Hardcastle
Walking is one of the best methods of exercise you can do. It requires no special equipment and has muscular and cardiovascular benefits. Walking on a regular basis should be part of every person's fitness routine. Best of all, walking can be fit in to a busy day very easily.
A common tip on fitting walking into your day is to park your car at the back of the parking lot when you shop or go to work. To take that idea one step farther, why not consider parking in an adjacen... |
| 250 Views | What Is Temporal Arthritis... and How Do You Treat It... By : Thom Reece
Many people are not familiar with temporal arthritis. Temporal arthritis is an inflammation of the medium and large arteries which run along the head. These arteries bring the blood supply to the scalp. Young people are not usually diagnosed with temporal arthritis and it is usually found in individuals who are over 50. As with other forms of arthritis, the cause of temporal arthritis is unknown. However, it is thought to be brought about by a disorder in the body's immune system. |
| 250 Views | Do I Have to Cleanse My Colon? By : Nicole Bandes, Natural Health Coach
The effects of our daily diets, pollution and other factors may influence whether we need to be cleaning out our insides. There are many indicators that will tell you if you need to cleanse your colon. Read this article to find out if you do. |
| 249 Views | Learning The Power of Intention By : Jeanie Marshall
Intention is the basis for all action. Here is an incident that helped to form my interest in helping others to be aware of intention. |
| 248 Views | Myths of Hormone Replacement Therapy By : Dr. Loretta Lanphier, ND, CN, HHP
You’ve heard about HRT and maybe even natural HRT, but you’re not sure what the difference is, or why you are not told more about the differences. You are not alone. Women have been made to believe that hot flashes are the worse thing a woman can experience during her life. Let's realize that a woman can get through hot flashes. What she may not get through are the side effects of conventional HRT... |
| 248 Views | Are Allergies and Asthma Related? By : Amanda Baker
Are allergies and asthma related? If so, to what degree? Explore the the possible answers. |
| 246 Views | What Are You Doing to Fight Sarcopenia? By : Cheryl Winter, MS, RD, RN
Sarcopenia generally starts to set in around age 45, when muscle mass begins to decline at a rate of about 1 percent per year. As muscle mass begins to decline, so does muscle strength. Studies have revealed that muscle strength declines by approximately 15 percent per decade in the sixties and seventies and about 30 percent thereafter. As strength goes, so does physical functioning---the ability to do chores, take walks, climb stairs, or the accomplishment of other activities. |
| 246 Views | Create Your Own Metabolism By : Linda Geyer
Slow metabolism is frequently blamed for excess weight. You can actually be the creator of your own metabolism. Knowing how your body works to achieve your health and fitness goals will get you results sooner. My goal is to help you get the most from your efforts and see results. |
| 246 Views | Lifestyle Changes For Coping With Diabetes By : Michael Singer
Diabetes information is essential in patients who have either type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes. When diagnosed with diabetes, the health implications can be devastating but understanding what the disease is and what changes you can implement to assist in leading a healthy life is important in controlling any ill effects. Making a few lifestyle changes and ensuring you have regular doctor checkups to monitor your progress is important in maintaining a healthy life. With a fe... |
| 245 Views | Fitness Can Save Your Life By : Linda Geyer
Being physically active can literally save your life! Being fit can affect every aspect of your life – your physical health, emotional and mental well being, too. Moderate-intensity physical activity for 30 minutes, 5 days per week... |
| 242 Views | What You Got To Know About Teeth Whitening By : Grace Palce -
When it comes to teeth whitening treatments, you have to know the options available to you – actually, it’s just a choice between the blue and the red pill. I’m very fond of Matrix lines so simply bear with me, okay? Anyway, going back to teeth whitening treatments, there are presently two types of teeth whitening treatments that are open to you.
Actually, the difference lies more on the procedure rather than the treatment itself. And I’ll let you find out for yourself as ... |
| 242 Views | The Basics of Pilates Exercise By : Heather Colman
The purpose of Pilates Exercises is to stretch and to strengthen your body. That is why Pilates is so popular with most contortionists and ballet dancers. |
| 240 Views | The Process of Becoming Healthy, Make the Decision to Start the Journey By : John D Zelem MD
The author shows in a unique way that becoming healthy is not an overnight miracle but a process, just like learning how to walk was a process. The author personalizes the book with his own challenges and experiences and has done everything that is recommended in the book so he knows anyone can do it. He helps the reader develop thier reasons for becoming healthy, forming commitments to do so and how to get started, including goal setting and finding a mentor. Included-The Metabolic Syndrome. |
| 240 Views | In Slow Motion: The Benefits Of Moderate Exercise By : Jason Flintstone
We all "want" to stay in shape and we all NEED to stay in shape. After all, exercise has proven to be good for our jeans and our genes. But, not all of us have the same stamina or endurance, and for some, excessive or strenuous exercise can be downright dangerous.
But, experts assert that no matter what your mental, physical, or medical condition is, moving your body has the same positive effects on everyone. However, they "do" note that some necessary adjustments should a... |
| 239 Views | Are You Getting Enough Vitamin B? By : Scott Michaels
Vitamins are chemical compounds the body cannot make itself and that must therefore be supplied. Besides fat, carbohydrates, proteins (amino acids), minerals and trace elements, we must ingest these with our foods or with supplements.
Vitamin B complex comprises a number of vitamins that exist as a family. They should not be taken individually. In this modern era, millions of people suffer from a deficiency of vitamin B for several reasons, chief among which are: stress, ... |
| 238 Views | Are these five exercises the fountain of youth? By : Marty Meshek
In 1985 a book called The Ancient Secret of the Fountain of Youth written by Peter Kelder was published which for the first time fully described an exercise program for "youthing". This is an exercise program used by Tibetan monks to live long, vibrant and healthy lives. In fact, this book states that many have lived longer than most can imagine by following the program often called the "Five Tibetan Rites." |
| 238 Views | Organic Food For A Better Environment And Health By : Adwina Jackson
You must have heard about organic food, haven't you? What do you know about it?
Imagine if your spinach, broccoli, carrots, celery, apples, oranges, pears, and other fruits and vegetables on your table do not contain chemical substances. A healthier body will be yours ever.
According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), organic food is produced by farmers to emphasize renewable resources and the conservation of soil and water to enhance environmental... |
| 237 Views | Natural Whole Food Liquids VS Synthetic Vitamins & Minerals By : Thom Reece
When deciding upon the multiple liquid nutritional products that are on the market it's important to remember your best nutrition comes from 100% natural organic liquid products. |
| 237 Views | Foods That Fight Health Problems – Part I By : Sharon Hopkins
Research shows that most people who eat the widest variety of foods are more likely to meet their nutrients requirements and remain healthy than those who get stuck in the food rut. Nutrients work together to keep your heart healthy, your blood pressure normal, your bones strong and your memory sharp. Many of the foods hold key to longer lives, cancer cures or smoother skins. Join me in exploring foods and their benefits that fight host of diseases and health problems.
- A... |
| 237 Views | What is Bipolar Disorder and How do You Treat it? By : Heather Colman
A brief introduction to bipolar disorder, treatment and manic relapses. |
| 232 Views | Benefits of Weight Training for Female Baby Boomers By : Linda Geyer
With peri- and post- menopause, women will experience changes in their body shape, size and overall energy level. We can’t avoid menopause, but with the right exercise program, they can avoid some of the physical changes that go along with it. |
| 232 Views | Stop Drinking: its the best option for your health By : David Peters..
The addiction is always stronger than the desire to quit. But, it can be done. I did it. I have been sober for thirteen years. I got tired of blackouts and hangovers and acting like someone I'm not when I'm without alcohol. I knew I wanted to stop, but I had no clue how. I went to a twelve step meeting in my church, and kept going everynight to different meetings, for four and a half years. If you let the seriously sober men and women help you, you can beat this addiction. You don't have to be a |
| 229 Views | Bad Breath, It Happens To The Best Of Us By : Trenton Martkes
So why do we get bad breath and how the heck can we get rid of it? These are two very common and very important questions that we have all had to ask ourselves at some time or another. The reason it is such an important thing to figure out is that it is so much a part of who we are. It affects our confidence with people and our reputation around people. Talking is such a part of our daily life and if we have bad breath we are either not talking for fear that someone will find... |
| 228 Views | Forex scalping basics By : Thomas H. Lindblom
Forex scalping is considered as the art of using high leverage and a large number of short term trades to steadily increase an account. |
| 227 Views | Are You Struggling With Weight Loss Management? By : Lana Hampton
It doesn’t matter whether you are trying to lose five pounds or more than 50 pounds; all of the same simple laws of physics determine whether or not you will lose weight and how fast your weight loss will occur. While everyone is different, if everyone remembered these simple guidelines and put them into practice, then they would find that these guidelines would generally lead to weight loss without the aid of any special diet plans, books, or medications.
Our weight is de... |
| 226 Views | Surgery Options For Snoring By : Eric Hartwell
If you wake up with bruises all over your body from your sleeping partner using you as a punching bag during the night due to your incessant snoring, it might be time to consider surgery to correct this problem. If you have tried behavioral techniques and conservative therapies such as CPAP for eliminating snoring and everything has failed, see your doctor for advice on surgery options. Your insurance company may consider this an elective or cosmetic surgery. Surgery is a las... |
| 225 Views | Youthing, Not Aging By : Jeanie Marshall
"Youthing, not Aging" challenges us to consider how our thoughts can make us feel older or younger. |
| 224 Views | Pregnancy Naturally By : Nicole Bandes, Natural Health Coach
This time is very precious. We not only have our own health to think about but the health of our little one growing inside of us. Consider these natural remedies that are safe for pregnant women first. |
| 222 Views | Simple Rules For Personal Health And Hygiene By : Karen Peralta
Have you been following a plan for your own personal hygiene, or do you get up in the morning, take a bath, brush and blow dry your hair, use the bathroom through the day, and go to bed at night? If you only do the latter, you need to put more planning and preparation into your personal care and grooming.
Cleanliness is seen nowadays as next to Godliness, and neglect of your own personal hygiene may cause health and social problems of which you are not even aware. Bad brea... |
| 222 Views | Symptoms Of A Kidney Stone By : Sarah Miles
If you are having some health troubles, you might want to consider if you are suffering from symptoms of kidney stones. Developing kidney stones is a very common occurrence these days. A kidney stone is a stone-like, hard mass that could form in either or both of your kidneys. Most times a person will have the stones without experiencing any symptoms of kidney stones. However, as they begin to travel to the bladder from the kidneys, one will likely begin to experience some se... |
| 219 Views | Phentermine – An Easy Weight Loss Aid for Obesity By : Stuart William
Overweight or putting on excess body weight is the result an unhealthy eating habit, zero exercise schedules and a sedentary lifestyle which has severe life-long effects on our health. |
| 217 Views | Bird Flu: Be Prepared--Not Scared By : Dr. Loretta Lanphier, ND, CN, HHP
Seemingly every day we hear about the deadly Bird Flu that will supposedly cause the next world-wide epidemic. This kind of hype causes anxiety and fear among the people about a particular infectious organism (H5N1 virus) and usually precedes the announcement that a new vaccine is being developed to wipe out the organism. Unfortunately vaccines don’t always perform in the manner of which intended and in many cases cause future health concerns... |
| 216 Views | Emergency Childbirth: Why You Need To Know What To Do By : Anne Childs
When it comes to childbirth, a large number of women are able to make it to the emergency room or their prearranged birthing centers; however, not all are. While there is a good chance that you will make it to your intended destination, before your baby arrives, what would you do if you couldn’t make it? Unfortunately, a large number of expectant parents have no idea. That is why it is important that you take the time to familiarize yourself with emergency childbirths, just i... |
| 214 Views | Growing Old Gracefully By : Christine Boccio
Today the average duration of human life in the United States is just about 70 years for women and a little less for men. Conservative experts believe that man is really build to last about 100 years; and that medial advances and more healthful living habits could bring this about within a generation or two.
What good is it to add years to life if we do not also add life to years? In fact, unless people learn to enjoy life and to grow old gracefully, the extra years may be... |
| 208 Views | Acai Palm Berry – Just The Faqs By : Dr. Paul Gross
One of the newly discovered berry “stars” of antioxidant plants is the acai (“ah-sigh-ee”) palm berry (Euterpe oleracea Mart.) that comes from the tropical regions of Central and South America.
The genus is named after the muse Euterpe of Greek mythology and the major plant family is Arecaceae. The vernacular name is sometimes called Assai Palm.
Acai is well-known in the exotic functional food industry as a rich tasting, darkly pigmented (deep blue-purple) fruit whose del... |
| 207 Views | Top Ten Things Not to Do By : Cheryl Winter, MS, RD, RN
If you are like most people, you could use a lot more TIME! Is “time” your biggest obstacle to fitting in a healthy lifestyle? If so, let’s figure out how to squeeze in a little more of this valuable commodity into your day so that you can improve your diet and activity pattern and begin to reap the rewards of a healthy lifestyle. |
| 205 Views | About Acne - What can you do to cure or alleviate acne? By : Knut Holt
The processes going on in the skin of a person suffering from acne are explained here. You also find a survey of the factors causing acne and measures you can apply yourself to prevent, cure or alleviate acne. |
| 204 Views | Top Ten Reasons Natural Hormone Replacement Therapy Works By : Dr. Loretta Lanphier, ND, CN, HHP
Studies and research show natural HRT really works. By using natural progesterone cream you can reap the benefits in the following ways... |
| 204 Views | High Blood Pressure; What you really need to know. By :
A brief summary of the symptoms, causes & treatment of high blood pressure |
| 203 Views | How to keep yourself Young and Healthy By : Knut Holt
A survey of the lifestyle components necessary to prevent disease and to stay young as long as possible. |
| 203 Views | What Is Macrobiotic Diet? By : Rachel Gillespe
What is a macrobiotic diet? It is a diet designed with a view to improve our health and well-being because it is believed that what we eat has a great impact on our lives. Following a macrobiotic diet means eating food that is not processed and thus conventional methods of cooking are used. Eating a simple and a well balanced diet is what a macrobiotic diet is all about. In the 1920s, George Ohsawa, the founder of modern day macrobiotics asserted that he was cured of a grave ... |
| 202 Views | Can Alternative Remedies Benefit Arthritis Sufferers? By : Thom Reece
Many are looking into the natural health group for an arthritis remedy. One area that is getting much attention from researchers is glucosamine chondroitin supplements. They are being studied extensively by many who are interested in finding new treatments and an arthritis remedy. |
| 202 Views | Fire Free Bird By : Jeanie Marshall
recounts a true story about a bird who flew into my fireplace to teach a powerful lesson. |
| 202 Views | 9 Best-Kept Secrets for Getting Children to Eat Foods that are Healthy By : Cheryl Winter, MS, RD, RN
Is mealtime often a nightmare when trying to get your child to eat healthy? Relax, it doesn’t have to be this way. Find out the best-kept secrets for getting your child to eat foods that are healthy. |
| 200 Views | Age-Old Remedy for the Newest Flu By : Kathryn Beach
While concern over flu and other viruses is well-founded, we need not panic when there are simple, safe, and effective herbal remedies at hand. |
| 199 Views | Setting Up Your Office For Health By : Dr. Loretta Lanphier, ND, CN, HHP
If you work and are spending one third to one half of your day in an office setting then your surroundings there are as important as those in your home. Although we usually have little control over the buildings we work in, being aware of problems that can affect us will enable us to take counter-measures and may encourage the creation of stimulating and nurturing environments... |
| 198 Views | Some Simple Tantric Yoga Exercises to Improve the General Health and Sexual Abilities By : Knut Holt
Here are some exercises for men and women for the pelvic region and for the breathing apparatus - two body zones of great importance for the general health, but that are generally disregarded in standard training regimes. |
| 198 Views | Success for You - Habits of Successful People By : Cathy Warschaw
A few simple rules on how attitude brings success. |
| 198 Views | Energy Drinks vs. Natural Energy Boosters By : Marty Meshek
Did you ever wonder why you feel so drained the day after you had those three energy drinks? Could it be possible that you went to the energy bank too often? When the bank is empty, there is not much else the body can do. You need to rebuild your reserves. |
| 197 Views | No More Quick Fixes or Fad Diets By : Nicole Bandes, Natural Health Coach
When you are tired of the fad diets that don't work and the quick fixes that never last, seek out the real reasons you are struggling to lose weight and make a lasting change in your health. |
| 195 Views | Asking Empowering Questions By : Jeanie Marshall
"Asking Empowering Questions" assists you to ask -- yourself and others -- questions that uplift and enhance life. This popular article includes a list of empowering questions that you can apply to a wide variety of real-life situations. |
| 192 Views | Freedom From Bondage By : Jeanie Marshall
"Freedom from Bondage" discusses releasing bonds of limitation, including a brief case study of energetic release. |