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The Watercure Recipe - by Russell Mariani- What You Should Do to Prevent and Treat Glaucoma - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2013 from Junji TakanoAre you getting confused with right and left sides when wearing slippers or shoes? Do you frequently spill a cup during meals? Although you may experience these situations inadvertently, sometimes, it may be a cause of a much bigger problem or a sign of some serious disease if they happen ...
Views: 2311(1 vote) - Guard Against Summer Ear Injuries! - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2010 from Stacy WishnerWith summer just around the corner, I know I’m going to start seeing a lot more patients with ear complaints and injuries. Why? Many ear conditions and injuries arise from things associated with warm weather and busier outdoor activity, like water sports, motorcycles, and amusement park rides, ...
Views: 2309(2 votes) - Penis Health Matters - Nine Penis Nutrients a Man Needs Every Day - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2013 from John DuganEveryone knows the keys to long-term health are eating right, exercising, and getting the daily recommended intake of essential vitamins and nutrients. Most men believe that if they follow the basic health rules, the entire body - penis included - will be taken care of. While it’s true that what ...
Views: 2308 - Acute vs Chronic Treatment with Homeopathy - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2009 from Renita HerrmannMost of us have seen those little blue Boiron tubes in the health food store or pharmacy. The side of the tube may give you one characteristic clue to the remedy, but it may or may not match your symptom; as we all should know, the key to the proper remedy is to match not only the symptom, but ...
Views: 2300(9 votes) - Zoloft Enhances the Risk of Stroke Sufferers - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2011 from Michael W. AndersonDepressed women prescribed with antidepressant medication such as Zoloft are prone to greater risk of suffering from stroke, according to a recent clinical study published in the journal Stroke Magazine. Dr. Kathryn Rexrode, an internist of Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston is the senior ...
Views: 2300 - The Controversy between the connection of Vaccination & Autism - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from Prof. George GrantDuring last ten years the incidence of autism has skyrocketed from 1 in 300 to 1 in 600 children. Many in the healthcare field believe that vaccinations may be the culprit that conventional medicine is fearful to scrutinize. Are vaccinations worth the risk of a child becoming autistic for ...
Views: 2299 - Depression symptoms don’t vary between seasons - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2016 from Victor MarchioneResearchers have found that depression symptoms do not vary between the changes of seasons. Senior author, Steven LoBello, said, “In conversations with colleagues, the belief in the association of seasonal changes with depression is more-or-less taken as a given and the same belief is widespread ...
Views: 2298 - My Story - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Ross Craft“Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass. It’s about learning to dance in the rain" Anonymous I was told I had Wegener’s Granulomatoses Vasculitis (WGV), severe cardiomyopathy and at one point the whites of my eyes had started to melt and I was blind. I was too old, too sick, and ...
Views: 2298(1 vote) - Penis Pimples - Tips for Handling Acne on the Manhood - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2013 from John DuganAcne is considered the scourge of adolescence, but even older men may experience the occasional outbreak here and there on their bodies. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for men to see telltale dots spring up even on the skin of the penis, leading to a temptation to take action with pins, ...
Views: 2296 - The Hidden Truth About Ayahuasca/DMT, and Psychedelic Drugs - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2017 from Peter MichaelThere is a new "fad" to go to the Amazon and try the exciting psychedelic Ayahuasca. What people are not understanding about this substance is the dimension it puts you in, and what it does to you spiritually and energetically. First we need to understand the spiritual-chemical-and energetic ...
Views: 2296(1 vote) - Are You Stressed Because of Someone’s Potential Reaction? - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Robert VibertI’ve written about how we can get stressed over what might happen, when we jump to conclusions. Here I’d like to focus on one variant of this situation, the one in which we can almost forecast what is going to happen when someone reacts to what we say or do and, as a result, we stop ourselves ...
Views: 2295(3 votes) - Is Coolsculpting A Good Option to Lose Body Fat? - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2013 from Jam DwadeShedding off unwanted body fat can be tough. Some people turn to cosmetic surgical procedure to get rid of stubborn flabs on their body. Others are resorting to different kinds of fad diets. But there's now a good alternative solution that is fast, non-invasive and seemed to be more ...
Views: 2294(1 vote) - The Myriad Benefits Of Baobab Fruit - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2012 from James SmithPeople want to be healthy. In fact, most of them are in dire need to be healthy, but unfortunately, they do not eat what they need to eat. In this global economy which has highly advanced logistics, we are pretty much get any fruit from anywhere in the world. Working class consider themselves to ...
Views: 2294 - Five Ways to Prevent Uncontrollable Blushing - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Jenna JamesBlushing is when your face turns redder than usual because of an embarrassing or humiliating experience or event. This is a natural phenomenon especially during the teenage years. But as people get older, they acquire more confidence and thus have lesser tendencies to blush. However, those of ...
Views: 2292 - How the Subconscious Mind Works - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2011 from Loretta Peters MartinHave you ever daydreamed? Have you ever missed an exit off the freeway or taken a wrong turn because your mind wandered somewhere else? Daydreaming is a form of hypnosis. When we chop vegetables for dinner, we can become hypnotized. When I go through my workout routine, I can become ...
Views: 2287(1 vote) - The Naturopathic Way to Combat Insomnia, Stress, Anxiety and More - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2009 from Paul BlakeA total 41% of American workers interviewed reported an increase in work stress on their jobs compared to a year earlier. Another poll taken among Americans showed that more than one half of the respondents (58%) reported having experienced insomnia at least a few nights a week. This is a trend ...
Views: 2285(1 vote) - Protect Your Health with Safe Waste Disposal - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2012 from alapati amarendraWastes are unwanted materials that emit toxins that are detrimental to the body. Throwing out wastes is not enough in preventing health implications. Proper waste disposal should be practiced not only to protect you from the harsh effects of wastes, but to protect other people and the ...
Views: 2284 - Child Injury: How To Take Care Of Your Kid After The Injury - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyMost kids are prone to suffering from an injury at some point in their life as they grow and develop. For parents, it can be difficult to know what to do when caring for the child as they heal. To learn how you can prepare for the worst and care for their injury, there are a few important steps ...
Views: 2282 - How to grow taller naturally simply and safely - by Submitted on May 02, 2012 from Walter ConnorDo you recognize it is still possible to grow taller naturally, even once attaining puberty? Are you awake to the fact that you'll be able to increase your height simply by implementing a few changes in your diet and way of life? Well, if you don't, the nice news is; now you can learn it. One ...
Views: 2282 - Don't kiss your baby on the mouth - by Submitted on May 21, 2010 from James EvansIt happens every day. A young mother tenderly kisses her baby on the mouth or gently wipes her baby’s face with a cloth moistened with her own saliva. She caringly tests the temperature of the baby food by tasting it first before serving it to her baby on the same spoon or lets her baby ...
Views: 2281(1 vote) - New Study Links Migraines and Impotence - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2012 from Natalie BonanskiDo you have migraine headaches? If so, you’re more than 60% likely to suffer from impotence at some point in your life. The connection between migraines suffered by men to impotence has been made by a new study, and while not all physicians agree there is a link between migraines and impotence ...
Views: 2279(1 vote) - The Electronic Cigarette A Smokers Miracle - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2009 from Richard HopeThe electronic cigarette is straightforwardly an alternative for the habitual tobacco cigarette, without the repulsive chemicals that are part of smoking. You will be a winner and own the power to cease smoking together with the electronic cigarette. Individuals that smoke understand how ...
Views: 2277(2 votes) - Flourishing: The Greeks Got It, And So Can You - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2010 from Rita SchianoHuman flourishing involves the rational use of one’s individual human potentialities, including talents, abilities, and virtues in the pursuit of his freely and rationally chosen values and goals. ~ Edward W. Younkins The notion of living the good life can be traced back to the ancient Greek ...
Views: 2276(1 vote) - Avoiding The 'Disease Iceberg' - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2008 from Jane AslettDisease can be likened to an iceberg. By the time you notice it, it may be too late to do much about it. We mostly don't think too much about our lifestyle habits until we run into a problem. Avoiding the 'disease iceberg' means thinking about and planning for wellness. The recipe for ...
Views: 2275(1 vote) - Penis Odor - Clearing up a Less-Than-Alluring Aroma - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2013 from John DuganThere is something to be said for an earthy, manly smell, and many women will admit that they find a subtle male odor to be exciting. But when it comes to penis odor, there can certainly be too much of a good thing. An accumulation of dead skin cells, body oils, and sweat, as well as residue ...
Views: 2275 - Adult Ear Infection, Particularly - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraEar infection manifests in adults but not as frequently compared to children. Once the Eustachian tube which is located near the inner ear becomes infected, then adult ear infection can occur. The Eustachian tube functions to equalize pressure between outside and inside the body as well as to ...
Views: 2273(4 votes) - 5 Ways To Use Sound Therapy To Relieve Your Stress Now - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2010 from Eva A-BrightWe live in a world which is getting more and more chaotic and full of problems. Nowadays we don’t have any time for our families and our loved ones because we are too busy with our work. Our work schedules are so rigid that we are forever fighting deadlines and trying to finish our projects in ...
Views: 2272(4 votes) - 7 Secrets to Better Workouts - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Sean BarkerIf your workouts seem to be getting you nowhere, read on to get the 7 Secrets To Better Workouts. 1. Start your engines. As your old high school gym teacher might have led you to believe, stretching before weight training is not the best way to warm-up. 1. Start your engines As your old high ...
Views: 2270(1 vote) - Guided Meditation - Instant Benefits for Busy People - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Nigel CoatesWe live in a busy world. There is never enough time! Our priority lists start with the necessities such as family, work, cleaning and eating, and only when we juggle or sacrifice do we find the time for hobbies, personal development and dare I say it, Relaxation. And by relaxation I don't mean ...
Views: 2270(2 votes) - Bottle gourd- traditional way to cure a variety of illness - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2012 from Anand kumarBottle gourd is the most common Indian vegetable which is consumed in almost all the households. It is a yellowish green colored vegetable with a bottle like shape. Bottle gourd has white pulp with white seeds embedded in the spongy flesh. Bottle gourd is becoming very popular these days ...
Views: 2267 - Cosmetic Dentistry Alternative - Snap-on Smile - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2012 from Marielaina PerroneThere is a new weapon in the arsenal of the cosmetic dentist. That weapon is the Snap-On Smile. This a quick and easy way to get that Hollywood smile makeover you always dreamed of but were afraid or unable to have the work done. Snap-on Smile is a great cosmetic solution without the typical ...
Views: 2267(1 vote) - A Curved Penis – When to Be Concerned - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2013 from John DuganMost men think their equipment should be straight as an arrow, but the fact of the matter is that the majority of men have a slightly curved penis - both while flaccid and erect. It is normal for men to get anxious about something they feel is abnormal - particularly when it is below the belt - ...
Views: 2265 - Healthy eating, diet and exercise advice for teenagers - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Ed StephensGive them just half an opportunity and teenagers will eat junk food! While you cannot control what they eat while away from you outside the house, you should and you can induce them to eat healthy at least while they are in the house. Teenagers often suffer from tiredness, acne, and low ...
Views: 2265 - Cold and Flu Season; Bump up your immunity with massage - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2010 from Andrew WolfeHarvest is upon us again. It is a time to gather and take in the bounty of our labors. It is also a time of reflection, a time to look within and assess our needs; to take inventory and appreciate what we have. In the medical community and with the reminders in the media, we realize it is also ...
Views: 2262(3 votes) - Ten Habits for More Brain Power - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2010 from Alvah ParkerA recent issue of a magazine includes a list of 10 activities to boost your brain health. The list includes many activities I would call important for overall wellness. In this competitive environment there is a tendency to forget health and focus intensely on a job search. It is important to ...
Views: 2262(2 votes) - Getting Outside: Seasonal Practice and the Martial Arts - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2009 from Bruce HutchinsonMany times this is the slow time of the year for regular martial arts classes, people are on vacation or attending summertime events, but it is also a really good time to change up your training and get outside. While there are certain things that can be only practiced inside under controlled ...
Views: 2255(3 votes) - Take Control of Your Health in 2020 by Watching for These Key Indicators of an Unbalanced Immune System - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2020 from Chad LarsonIt’s no surprise a vast majority of Americans make health and fitness their number one New Year’s resolution year after year. By the time we survive the gluttony filled, sleep deprived holiday season, we are ready to give up food all together and hop on a treadmill. The aftermath of the holidays ...
Views: 2255 - Seven Steps to Emotional Mastery - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2011 from Kwinten KempOver several years we have worked with many people that have struggled with eating disorders, body image problems, and weight challenges. Most of the time we find that these challenges are linked to unhealthy coping patterns, unhealthy beliefs about our bodies, and becoming stuck in dieting ...
Views: 2253(1 vote) - Symptoms Of Dehydration, Treatment Of Dehydration And Causes - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2008 from Peter HutchDehydration occurs when the amount of water leaving the body is greater than the amount being taken in. The body is very dynamic and always changing. This is especially true with water in the body. Dehydration can be defined as "the excessive loss of water from the body." Dehydration isn't as ...
Views: 2252(1 vote) - The One Nutrient I Take Everyday...Accel | CoQ10 - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Dr. Al SearsDiscover How to Look and Feel Like a Teenager... No Matter What Your Age Breakthrough Anti-Aging Study Reveals the Possibility of Staying Young, Playful and Enthusiastic – Even as You Hit 80 and Beyond... Dear Health Conscious Reader, When I was in med school 25 years ago, a small group ...
Views: 2252(2 votes) - How to Ensure a Clean Hotel Room - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2011 from Linda AvilesStaying at a hotel for some can seem like a dream come true. It can be the perfect place to relax and unwind. Unfortunately many hotel rooms aren't properly cleaned and sanitized. It has been proven over and over again. Price has nothing to do with the cleanliness of the hotel room. I have seen ...
Views: 2247 - ***Mind to Mind - Integrity and Wellness - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2017 from Shannon PanzoThe Healing Power of Truth! I was just viewing a provocative video on the front page of SelfGrowth.com. It was interesting and flabbergasting just what percentage of Americans are unwell in some way, shape, or form (most likely super-sized as well). Well, Mind To Mind is here to help! I suggest ...
Views: 2246(2 votes) - 3 Myths That Keep You Overeating - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2011 from Nancy Anderson Dolan3 Myths That Keep You Overeating. Everybody knows you just have to eat right and exercise to lose weight. Right? WRONG! That is the very strategy that is fuelling the obesity and overeating epidemic. Even if you could make out what foods are good and which are not in our confusing and ...
Views: 2245(1 vote) - 10 Micro-Steps for Creating the Well-living Workplace - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from Stephen (Steve) HobbsTake these actions to heart … one a week for 10 weeks to create the well-living workplace. Eliminate ‘but’ from your conversations. Listen for the word and clarify what the person is saying when they use ‘but’. Have your meetings ‘but free’. Declare your office a ‘but free’ zone! Ask ...
Views: 2244(1 vote) - Chronic Disease…. Will you Die Before Your Time? - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2009 from Rico ConnorChronic Disease…. Will you Die Before Your Time? Chronic diseases—such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes—are the leading causes of death and disability in the United States. Chronic diseases account for 70% of all deaths in the U.S., which is 1.7 million each year. Think about this—7 ...
Views: 2244(2 votes) - How to Kick Stress and Anxiety to the Curb - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2010 from Nea Joy JusticeStress is a natural and unavoidable part of everyday life. In fact, our body’s stress response is actually a benefit. It equips us to respond effectively to situations that may pose a threat to our mental or emotional health. So why do people complain about stress? When we have poor coping ...
Views: 2241 - Why To Hire A Wellness Coach - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2008 from Doug NauYou may or may not have heard of wellness coaching - its a field of health and wellness that is new, exciting, and rapidly evolving. While not everyone knows what a wellness coach is today (similar to the what I suspect people knew of personal trainers 30 years ago), I envision that in another ...
Views: 2238(1 vote) - PCAT – Pharmacy College Admission Test and PCAT Preparation - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2012 from Ashfaq RahmanIf you have a vision then you need a plan and if your aim is to get past the PCAT test then your plan needs to include the right tools for task including the most important – the PCAT software. Studying to become a pharmacologist is getting more difficult as admission into pharmacy schools is ...
Views: 2234(1 vote) - Why Choose a Personal Trainer? - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2013 from Joe HopkinsPeople turn to assistance from a personal trainer for various reasons. Among these is generally the need to develop into the healthy and fit person you've always aspired to be. Or maybe you have something particular that you want to accomplish, like eliminating that belly or that bloated ...
Views: 2234 - Are Low T-Levels And Poor Sleep Related? - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2010 from Stacy WishnerAre you one of those guys who are burning the candle at both ends and maybe only getting 4 or 5 hours of sleep a night? Are you also one of those guys having problems with his sex drive and feeling out of sorts? Well, recent studies done in the last 3 years show that these symptoms could all be ...
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