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- Panic Attacks Help – Getting to sleep at night - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2009 from Mike HookerMost of us will at some stage or another have trouble getting off to sleep and providing you are not suffering any physical pain the problem will normally stem from worry. If you have searched for panic attacks help in the past, you will no doubt have come across discussions concerning this ...
Views: 1140(2 votes) - Warding off the Flu - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2009 from Dale MillerIn recent months concerns about H1N1 have many people worried about their health. While vaccination programs have begun around the world, there are also some very safe all natural steps that you can take to help protect yourself against the virus and other influenza strains. While of course ...
Views: 2829(4 votes) - Learn Why Can Stress Cause Hives and How You Can Heal Them Naturally - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2009 from M RochellIf you are stressed out (and who isn't these days), can stress cause hives? The answer is an amazing yes! Our skin is the largest and most sensitive organ in the human body. It easily detects hormonal changes and imbalances, and these changes can often be caused by stress. Stress is only ...
Views: 5074(1 vote) - Endometriomas - Chocolate Cysts - In Conventional Medicine Perspective - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2009 from Kyle NortonI. Definition Endometriomas - Chocolate Cysts are definition as a health condition of endometrial cells forming in the outside of the ovaries, leading to endometriosis on the surface of the ovaries. They also react to hormone stimulation during the menstrual cycle, by building up tissue, breaks ...
Views: 6275(2 votes) - Easy 7 Anti-aging Tips - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2009 from Jack BondAre you looking old than what you are? Are the wrinkles showing a lot on your face? Beware this are signs that you are getting old. But, your age is just 27. Oh! then these are the signs of aging that are showing prematurely. Nowadays many people are suffering with this type of the problems ...
Views: 1249(2 votes) - Overcome Infertility - Menstrual Cycle Modification - Yin Phrase / Phrase I Modification For Fertility - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2009 from Kyle NortonA normal menstrual cycle is normally from 28- 35 days, without any symptom that causes discomfort (excluding dull pain) and menstrual discharge is red and last from 3- 5 days without spotting. Not all women with abnormal menstrual cycle are infertile, but if you are diagnosed with the ...
Views: 8307(1 vote) - Surprisingly High Cancer Risk from CT Scans - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2009 from Byron RichardsIsn’t it nice to know that the medical profession caused 29,000 future cases of cancer in 2007 from the CT scans it performed on patients (a great tool for future business). Think twice before falling for a heart scan add you hear on the radio, the risk for a woman getting cancer from it is 1 ...
Views: 1244(2 votes) - Cancer Gene BRCA1 - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2009 from Rita DalianBRCA1 is a gene which belongs in a class or category of genes known as tumor suppressors. The gene BRCA1 can mutate or be damaged and because of this mutation, there is a link with hereditary cancer particularly breast cancer in women. The BRCA1 gene can also mutate in men leading to breast ...
Views: 1171(2 votes) - How much fiber should you eat each day? - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2009 from Jonathan ZideFiber has become a hot topic in recent years. With the changing of the American diet (as well as many other countries in the world) many people consume less fiber then their ancestors did. Our busy, hectic lifestyle has changed the way we eat. For many people, processed "convenience" foods ...
Views: 2060(1 vote) - Effective Home Remedies for Dandruff For All hair types problems. - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2009 from Reeva JacksonThere are many dandruff remedies on the market but some may contain chemical you necessarily might not want on your head. There are a few natural remedies you should give a try before going to the grocery store and picking up a bottle of dandruff treatment. One method used by many is using ...
Views: 955(1 vote) - Gloomy Days Make My Brain Sluggish - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2009 from Neal OwensWinter Storms and Overcast Days Affects Your Spirits According to New Study – SunBoxes Brighten Outlook For Winter SADness Gaithersburg, Maryland, December 14, 2009… If the dreary days and winter weather have you feeling unexplained fatigue, irritability and sadness, you aren't alone, ...
Views: 2439(3 votes) - Treatment of Gallstones - What Options Do You Have - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonThe treatment of gallstones can and will vary depending on the individuals overall health, their personal preferences and the options their medical care provider feels are safe for the patient. Keep in mind, you always have a say in your course of treatment for every medical condition. You have ...
Views: 757(1 vote) - Gum Disease - Make Your Gums Healthy Again - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2009 from David SnapeThere is one thing you really need to know about fighting gum disease: One size does not fit all. The human body is unique to each person. As you may know, in medicine, there is never a single treatment that works 100% of the time. People are different and different treatments or different ...
Views: 2980(1 vote) - Gingivitis is a Funny Topic - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2009 from David Snape"Gingivitis is a funny topic". That is what my friend at work told me when I mentioned my Gingivitis Killer website. "I don't think so", I thought. Gingivitis and gum disease are serious. They can cause a person to lose his teeth. Many, many people have gingivitis and/or gum disease. A lot of ...
Views: 1460(1 vote) - Quick Weight Loss Diet For Women - 321 Baby Bulge Be Gone Diet - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2009 from Nitin SainiIt is not easy for a lady to regain her figure and beauty after delivery without huge strains. However, the 321 Baby Bulge Be Gone Diet has been able to successfully help women to shape up and gain healthy weight after their delivery. It is not easy to be on a quick weight loss diet after ...
Views: 1415(1 vote) - The Safest Quick Weight Loss Diet - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2009 from Nitin SainiUnlike most diet programs, the 1200 Calorie Diet is considered as the safest and healthiest quick weight loss diet. This is because at 1200 calories, you have provided your body with the essential energy to make through the day. In other words, this quick weight loss diet helps you to lose ...
Views: 973(1 vote) - Gingivitis - Did You Know That Some Mouthwash Can Stain Your Teeth? - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2009 from David SnapeWhen I was in Germany recently for three weeks, I was deprived of some of the tools and associated techniques that I use to keep my gums clean and healthy. Unfortunately, because I was a little too worried about it, I turned to a mouthwash that is available over-the-counter in Germany but ...
Views: 1256(1 vote) - Diabetes and Gum Disease - You Need to Understand How They Are Connected - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2009 from David SnapeWhile it is not quite correct to say that there is an officially recognized direct connection between these two diseases, most researchers agree that it is likely that there is. So bear in mind, that the official verdict that diabetes and gingival disease are interrelated has not come yet. ...
Views: 922(1 vote) - Gum Disease and Heart Disease - How Close is the Relationship? - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2009 from David SnapeThe kind of plaque that forms in the arteries that feed the heart have been found to contain the same kind of bacteria that cause gum disease in the mouth. Now, if this isn't an eye opener, I'm not sure what is. This research is not conclusive, I should add. But, it does point to the possible ...
Views: 979(1 vote) - The Four-Quadrant Stress Grid: In Which Quadrant Do You Fit? - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2009 from Jill PrinceMost people who describe stress use four basic terms – acute, chronic, eustress and distress. I found that these terms, alone, fell short of truly being able to help us understand stress. The reason for this is that not all stress is bad and some stress is even desirable. Leaving the ...
Views: 4058(1 vote) - The Dangers of Aspartame (Equal, Nutrasweet) - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2009 from John MericleIt's really hard to believe that something could be worse than the intense sugar loads from high fructose corn syrup and sucrose. But, Aspartame ( Equal, Nutrasweet, Equal Measure, Spoonful, Canderal) is even more dangerous to your health. Aspartame, was first discovered in 1965 when ...
Views: 3291(2 votes) - All About You Time - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowThink back to the last occasion when you actually took a solid amount of time to concentrate on the well-being of you and only you. It shouldn’t be such a difficult task, however, in today’s society where we are sometimes expected to perform at high speed capacities and jobs are accomplished in ...
Views: 1241(2 votes) - Giving back with care: MASSAGE THERAPY FOR THE ELDERLY - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2009 from David Woods''The tiger is ready to go. That was great!'' These were the words spoken by an 82-year-old man who just went through a geriatric massage therapy session- a comforting massage for the elderly! Massage therapists working in hospitals and nursing homes, claim that the feeling after giving a ...
Views: 3230(6 votes) - What to Look for In HGH Supplements - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2009 from Harold EdgerlyHGH Supplements are now available in a variety of forms for people who are looking for the many health benefits of Human Growth Hormone without breaking the bank. In the earliest days of HGH therapy, it was available only by injection and required a prescription. Even then, you would have to ...
Views: 1513(2 votes) - Xylitol - Good For Your Dental Health? - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2009 from David SnapeXylitol and Tooth Decay One of the amazing hidden 'secrets' of this century is xylitol. It is truly astonishing on two points. This five carbon sugar can help to prevent both tooth decay and gum disease because the bacteria that eat it cannot utilize xylitol as they can glucose (six carbon ...
Views: 1110(3 votes) - Gum Disease Treatment - Is There Anything You Can Do at Home to Save Your Gums and Teeth? - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2009 from David SnapeFirst of all, before getting started, I do recommend that you team with your periodontist when it comes to tackling this problem. However, I will also state that periodontists, dentists and other professionals often do not tell you about the major things you can do at home to solve this ...
Views: 1165(2 votes) - Treatment for Gallstones - 5 Symptoms that Tell if Gallstones Treatment is Necessary - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonBased on medical records, gallstones sufferers do not experience any signs or symptoms that indicate the presence of gallbladder disorders. Often, it will only be detected as a result of examination procedures related to some other diseases. If not, it is said that it can go undetected for ...
Views: 739(2 votes) - Cavities and Cancer - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2009 from Rita DalianCancer can appear in so many parts of the human body and take a whole range of forms. But whatever the position of the cancerous growth and whatever its size and speed of growth, there is a common link throughout. Our body has cells which contain genes. These genes do different things ...
Views: 1207(2 votes) - The Basics of Senior In Home Care - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2009 from Will HauseAs we live longer and healthier lives than ever before, the need for senior in home care his growing sharply. Each year, more than 22,000 agencies throughout the United States offer senior in home care to more than 2 million people with physical disabilities, chronic health problems, dementia, ...
Views: 1208(2 votes) - Who is at Risk For Developing Periodontal Disease? - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2009 from David SnapeWhile there are certainly risk factors for periodontal disease such as smoking, chewing tobacco and pregnancy, it is important to realize that gum disease can strike anyone. Our lives as human beings are often riddled with stress which can also be a factor. I think it is important to point ...
Views: 1050(1 vote) - Did You Know That Colon Cleansing Also Has Side Effects? - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2009 from Emile JarreauYes, the colon cleansing process may have ample side effects if not followed with apt knowledge and a systematic manner. So before getting into any colon cleansing process, you must know and understand the process and its effects. For many, a colon program works well during a weekday evening and ...
Views: 1215(1 vote) - 8 Common Signs Of Child Leukemia - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2009 from Neelima ReddyThe biggest cause of cancer deaths in children, leukemia cancer, which is a cancer of tissues that leads to blood cell abnormality, can damage the chromosomes or genes. Leukemia affects white children whole lot more than black children. There are various types of leukemia, two of which are ...
Views: 1174(1 vote) - Move and Live Now! - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2009 from Dr Howard CameronMove to, and Live in, the place in your mind where you have always been healthy and happy! “Simple” I hear you say! Our Neuronet or Brain Network has an unlimited ability to form new connections or networks. These neurochemical networks or thoughts, along with our environment, determine our ...
Views: 1612(4 votes) - Carbohydrates Definition - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2009 from Julie BarrosCarbohydrates, as defined by Saint Joseph’s Health Library, are one of the three main classes of food and a source of energy. The other 2 main sources are fats and protein. However, carbs for some people on a low carb diet is more like a bad word. Although counting carbohydrates for weight loss ...
Views: 2740(2 votes) - Nutritional Immunology A Healthy Immune System is Essential to a Long, Healthy Life - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2009 from Rachael ZelinskiAccording to most longevity experts, the human body can easily remain vital for as long as 100 years, or longer, if given the proper balance of nutrients, exercise, and restful, regenerative sleep. For the first time, in June of 2000, the World Health Organization (WHO) calculated the "healthy ...
Views: 1004(1 vote) - Maintaining the Mature Body- Part II: Inflammation – Quelling the Internal Fire - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2009 from Jia GottliebMaintaining the Mature Body Part II: Inflammation – Quelling the Internal Fire In Part I of Maintaining the Mature Body, The Curse of the Paunch, we discussed the effects central obesity (also known as a paunch) has on insulin signaling and its relationship to Type 2 Diabetes, heart disease, ...
Views: 2033(3 votes) - Maintaining the Mature Body - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2009 from Jia GottliebMaintaining the Mature Body Part 1: The Curse of the Paunch As Baby Boomers (born 1946 – 64), who grew up in the sixties, many of us are now entering our sixties and facing the unique challenges of inhabiting a mature body. What we discover is that the lifestyle choices that served us well ...
Views: 872(1 vote) - Is eating dairy products a healthy option for adults? - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2009 from mable everetteIs Eating Dairy Products a Healthy Option for Adults? Mable Everette, DrPH, Registered Dietitian Dairy products are a major contributor of calcium and vitamin D to one’s meal plan. Although various foods contain calcium, milk and dairy products are considered the best sources because of ...
Views: 1078(2 votes) - Using At Home Cures to Shrink Hemorrhoids - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2009 from John ColeHemorrhoid is a predicament that is characterized solely by the uncomfortable circumstances it induces. It won't be an issue that poses danger to your life. However it can make daily activities to be very unpleasant, making you wish that they'd just disappear. Hemorrhoids are caused by veins ...
Views: 942(1 vote) - Help for Multiple Sclerosis - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from Robert SopiasThe National Multiple Sclerosis Society notes that about 400,000 people in the United States are diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis and worldwide, the disease affects about 2.5 million people. The majority of people experience the disease as a series of attacks where they'll have some ...
Views: 4372(2 votes) - ***Diabetes and Its Relationship to Erectile Dysfunction in Men - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2010 from Helena EderveenOur society today has advanced so far that we now find ourselves with an excess of wealth, in relative terms, that means we generally can indulge our appetites for the finest foods or even tons of fast food that grandparents or even our parents were not able to access. Additionally, new ...
Views: 3913(3 votes) - The Dangers of High Fructose Corn Syrup - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from John MericleThe Dangers of High Fructose Corn Syrup Before we get to high fructose corn syrup (HFCS), we will take a brief look at two other frequently used sweeteners, dextrose and maltodextrin. Dextrose Dextrose is more or less an industry term for glucose. Glucose is the most prevalent ...
Views: 1403(2 votes) - Inflammation - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from Denise RolenEncyclopedia definition: Inflammation is the first response of the immune system to infection or irritation and may be referred to as the Innate immune system and as "healthy" nor "unhealthy" on its own: Inflammation helps fight disease, but it comes at the cost of suspending the body's normal ...
Views: 1447(3 votes) - Cells: An Evolutionary Tale - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2009 from Julie LakehomerSince the 1960’s, we have discovered a lot about the evolution of cells. Fossil evidence indicated that bacteria had not only been the first living creatures, but they had had the earth to themselves for two billion years. Bacteria are single-celled organisms. Each one carries its genes, ...
Views: 851(2 votes) - Moobs, PMS And Other Disasters - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2009 from Bette DowdellIf you’ve read much of my stuff, you know that I do go on–and on–about the evils of soy. Why is soy bad? Besides stealing all your minerals, giving you kidney stones and depressing your thyroid function something fierce, soy is, among other things, estrogenic. That is, it adds bogus estrogen ...
Views: 1835(3 votes) - ***Thyroid Disease: How to Understand - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2010 from Helena EderveenMany men and women at some point during the course of their lives begin to experience signs and symptoms that reveal to medical professionals the possibility they are suffering from one of two different forms of thyroid disease. These forms are known in medical terms as hyperthyroidism and ...
Views: 3269(4 votes) - Considering Denture as Your Option in Teeth Replacement - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2009 from Darian Kaar KaarConsidering Denture as Your Option in Teeth Replacement If you are afraid of having some foreign objects embedded in your jawbone and you know for a fact you will never be able to withstand the pain it can cause you during operation, then consider using dentures as an alternative for your ...
Views: 1208(2 votes) - 100 People Will Die of an Overdose in The U. S. Today! - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2009 from Regina MurphyFor generations now we have been told to take a pill for everything. It's really beginning to take it's toll on the population. The fasting growing population in America is those who have buried someone they love due to a drug overdose. You would think that we are talking about teens and young ...
Views: 2973(4 votes) - A different appraoch to weight loss - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2009 from Gayle EversoleThis is the first of three reports that we are releasing on our 90 Day Weight Loss Project here at The Oake Centre for natural health education, http://simply4health.org/toc.htm. Please feel free to contact us for more information and with any questions you may have. Many people know that ...
Views: 2107(2 votes) - 14 Simple Things You Can Do to Reduce Your Risk for Breast Cancer - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2009 from John Mericle14 Simple Things To Reduce Your Risk of Breast Cancer 1. Increase your consumption of fresh, organic fruits and vegetables. 2. Avoid using any pesticides or chemical sprays in your home. Try to avoid new carpet. 3. Avoid drinking tap water. 4. Decrease alcohol consumption. 5. ...
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