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- ***Cholesterol Myths - 2 - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2010 from Helena EderveenFor generations we have been told that cholesterol was bad for us. This concept is based on a theory that came into being in the 1850’s when a researcher called Rudolph Virchow formulated a theory connecting cholesterol to atherosclerosis. From there is has gone from strength to strength, based ...
Views: 3009(4 votes) - ***Cholesterol Myths -1 - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2010 from Helena EderveenFor many decades a great fraud has been perpetrated on the people of this country. It’s not a political, industrial or military one. It involves no secrets and is not related to national security. Rather it is a fraud that is being done by the continuance of a medical myth. What is worse is that ...
Views: 3152(4 votes) - Remove Gallstones - Know What Works and Get Rid of Your Gallstones - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonDepending on the individual you speak to, you might have options to remove gallstones. On the other hand, there are probably the same number of individuals that will tell you that your only option is having your gallbladder removed. Here is the information we found, you can weigh the pros and ...
Views: 894(1 vote) - Essential Elements - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowThere are certain steps that you can put into action that will continue to promote your forward motion and successful endeavors on your lifelong strive to better health and fitness. They are not out of your range and you have to believe in yourself and persevere toward their endowment and ...
Views: 1000(1 vote) - Chinese herbal medicine - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from mildredstockel pg00At present chinese herbal medicine is not carrying the concept of controversial western method of diagnosing and treating the patients. Chinese herbal medicine treatment finds the root of the cause of the disease instead of going blindly for treating the patients. Trained practitioners tries ...
Views: 579 - Are You Parched? You Could Be. - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2009 from Monica ShahYou've heard it a million times, drink your water! You know you should do it, but you don't always get around to it. And frankly, you don't understand why you need to drink the stuff. I mean is it really worth all those extra trips to the bathroom? Yes. Without water your body simply cannot ...
Views: 1026 - Everyday Movement Options - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowMixing movement into your days is exactly what needs to happen to increase your measure of health and amplify your ability to lose weight. Mixing up your genre of movement is imperative to continue successfully on your journey, however, taking advantage of all the various ways to combine ...
Views: 1237 - Added Testosterone the Secret in Treating Erectile Dysfunction. - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2009 from Andrew RynneIn older men the addition of testosterone replacement therapy can revolutionise the management of Erectile Dysfunction. Testosterone replacement therapy has changed quite significantly in the last ten years. Ten years ago, before a man was considered suitable for TRT, he was required to ...
Views: 1956 - ***Dangers of Mercury in your Mouth - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2010 from Helena EderveenNamed after the Greek mythological fleet-footed messenger of gods, Mercury is an element of nature, but behaves just the opposite. It is rather slow- a slow poison. Despite the fact that mercury is not at all required by the body, it has been found in alarming proportion in human beings. This is ...
Views: 3547(6 votes) - ***Beyond 60- The Best Time to Enjoy Sex! - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2010 from Helena EderveenMost people are brought up with an unhealthy attitude towards sex. The very thought of sex beyond 60 raises eyebrows. Enjoying a healthy sexual relationship beyond the age of 60, takes more than a physical desire. One has to undo all the taboos placed by traditional thinking and realize that sex ...
Views: 8209(2 votes) - Health Care Reform & Chiropractic - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from Dr. Steve EdelsonDr. Steve Edelson (813) 831-8321, a chiropractor in South Tampa, has been helping people who suffer with pain for over 14 years. He helps to eliminate the cause of the pain. Dr. Edelson treats children, and people of all ages. He is also an expert at helping people who have injuries from an ...
Views: 1618(1 vote) - Cabbage ears - a dubious distinction - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from James EvansYou see them most often on wrestlers, boxers, and mixed martial artists (and sometimes rugby players) – those swollen, puffy-looking ears that look like cauliflowers (a variety of cabbage). Hence the name: cauliflower ear. Also known as perichondrial hematoma, the cauliflower ear is a ...
Views: 5091 - Rid yourself of migraines forever and look good at the same time - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from James EvansRenowned plastic surgeon Leonard W. Glass, MD, was a guest on the popular radio talk show “Forever Young” on San Diego’s KCBQ 1170 AM several years ago when he stated how he and other plastic surgeons had observed that many of their patients had found relief from migraine headaches as an outcome ...
Views: 1468 - Managing Your Personal Health Record - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2009 from Diane KeefeThe importance of managing your personal health record cannot be emphasized enough. If there is a health crisis and a patient goes to an emergency room, the doctors do not have access to your personal health information. They could administer drugs to which a person is allergic or refuse to ...
Views: 1485 - Raw Food Diet - Can it Be Another Unexplained Cause of Infertility - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2009 from Kyle NortonI. What is raw food diet? The raw food diet is defined as a type of diet of which at least 75% of the daily diet must be unprocessed and uncooked foods or foods can not be heating above 115 degree of Fahrenheit or 40 °C , including fresh fruit and vegetables and raw meats. It believes that the ...
Views: 7708(3 votes) - Are You a Carb Addict - Yes or No? - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from Mark PatrickWould you like to find out what those-in-the-know have to say about carbohydrates? The information in the article below comes straight from well-informed experts with special knowledge about carbohydrates. Now that we've covered those aspects of carbohydrates, let's turn to some of the other ...
Views: 2351(1 vote) - Bedwetting Can Be Very Troublesome For Both Parents And Children - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from Paul RodgersBedwetting is more common than most parents think: According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, approximately ten percent of all children over the age of five still wet their bed occasionally. It is more common in boys and in families in which one or both parents wet the bed as a child. ...
Views: 1178(1 vote) - Identify Diabetes Symptoms As If You Were A Doctor - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Jose TalaveraTYPE 1 AND TYPE 2 DIABETES SYMPTOMS ARE VERY SIMILAR Many of the diabetes symptoms are similar, whether you are talking about type 1 or type 2 diabetes. Even as the causes of these two sorts of diabetes are dissimilar, they can have various equivalent effects upon the body. When you are ...
Views: 804(1 vote) - To Vaccinate or Not To Vaccinate: That Is the Question - by Submitted on May 23, 2010 from Brad CaseIn previous articles, I’ve tried to educate you on what bacteria and viruses really are and what they do so that you’re not so scared of them. I’ve done this because antibiotics, antiviral medications and vaccinations all have major downsides and side effects that you’ll want to avoid if you ...
Views: 1701(3 votes) - Be Your Potential - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2009 from Intent.com Authors(continued... "Why a Pine Tree is a Perfect Metaphor for Life") 2. This pine tree is not trying to be anything other than what it is. How many times have you wanted to be different from how you are? Maybe it is physical: do you want to be taller, thinner, younger, stronger? Maybe it is ...
Views: 1427(1 vote) - Yet Another Reason To Consider Buying Local Instead of Paying For "Organic" - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsSince my very recent "healthy eating awakening", I have chosen to buy local fruits and vegetables instead of paying more money for the organic label at the store. Why? Well, I'm obviously cynical and don't quite trust the government to construct a system that actually protects what I eat. So ...
Views: 1342(1 vote) - Puffy, Itchy Allergy Eyes - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Jay StockmanSeasonal allergies are a constant companion for many individuals and represent a major health factor for millions of Americans. Symptoms include sneezing, coughing, red itchy eyes, sore throat and even dark circles under the eyes. Hay fever is often caused by pollens which are at the highest ...
Views: 1312(1 vote) - Feeling Famished - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowHow you feel about a certain food item that you choose to include in your lifestyle and the role that it plays in regard to your thoughts and feelings for this particular food item goes much deeper than just the item and label itself. Stamping a particular food in your life with a tag ...
Views: 1251(1 vote) - Nighttime, Fright Time - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowThe bewitching evening hours have a tendency for some Lovely Ladies to be the opportune time to give in to all their shortcomings. It is as though under the cover of darkness their aspirations and goals seem to be eluded and they are given a free pass to delve into their pleasures. It doesn’t ...
Views: 1279(1 vote) - The Importance of a Good Night's Sleep - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2009 from Dr. Nathalie BeauchampDo you have trouble sleeping? You’re not alone. An estimated 3.3 million Canadians aged 15 and older, or about one in every seven people, have problems getting to sleep or staying asleep – contributing to insomnia. Part of the problem is 80 percent of North Americans say they believe it’s not ...
Views: 1588(1 vote) - Instantly Identify Diabetes Symptoms and Prevent Complications - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2009 from Jose TalaveraDIABETES DEFINITION IN SIX WORDS Diabetes is a state where insulin is not created by the body (or insulin is not accepted by the cells) and the body is not capable of processing the glucose in the blood appropriately. The reaction of the body to excess sugar in the blood is to get rid of ...
Views: 761(1 vote) - Children's Health - Autism - Important Diet For Autistic Children - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Kyle NortonAlthough medication and physical therapies are important for autistic children, without carefully chosen intake of foods with vital nutrients, they will be lessened their effectiveness. In some cases, it may contribute to severity of the symptoms if wrong kinds of food are taken as we mentioned ...
Views: 5978(3 votes) - InterNACHI's Guide to Lead Danger in Homes - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Rob LondonLead is a poisonous metal that was once commonly used in the manufacture of paint, gasoline, and plumbing. While U.S. law has banned the use of lead in new construction, existing lead-based paint and plumbing in homes may present a significant health hazard, especially for children. Inspectors ...
Views: 958(2 votes) - Children's Health - Autism - What to Avoid - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Kyle NortonChildren diagnosed with autism with impairments of speech, social and communication skill, limited interest, repetitive behaviour, etc. depending on severity of the symptoms may exhibit low tolerance or allergies to certain foods or chemicals, such as gluten and casein, impairment of digestion ...
Views: 3376(1 vote) - Child Health - How to Treat Autism With a Nutritional Perspective - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Kyle NortonI. Definition A nutritional supplement is also known as a food supplement, it is defined as a form of food supplement which is prepared with the intention of providing nutrients for people who for what ever reason are found to have a nutritional supplement deficiency, such as vitamins, ...
Views: 2981(2 votes) - Children's Health - Autism - Definition and Causes - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Kyle NortonI. Definition Autism is one of the most common forms of brain development disorder and one in 166 child is diagnosed with some forms of autism. Children who are diagnosed with autism tend to have weak immune system and auto immune problems. Autism is defined as medical condition in which a ...
Views: 3949(3 votes) - Children's Health - How to Treat Autism in a Conventional Perspective - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Kyle NortonI. Definition Conventional medicine is also known as Western medicine. It is a system of medical approach in which medical doctor and other health professionals such as nurses, medical technician and specialists and therapists, etc. use medication, radiation, medical equipments or surgery to ...
Views: 2696(1 vote) - InterNACHI's guide to Bat Infestation and Disease - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Rob LondonBats are nocturnal mammals found in most inhabited places throughout the world. Bat infestation in homes, especially in attics, can be a health hazard, as well as a nuisance, for homeowners. Interesting facts about bats: * Due to its high levels of phosphorous and nitrogen, guano (bat ...
Views: 1866(2 votes) - Stress Hypnosis--How to Achieve Stress Relief with Hypnosis Now - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2011 from Nancy PhilpottIf you feel that you have been overwhelmed with stress, hypnosis would be the perfect thing for you. Hypnosis is an amazing tool for stress relief, calming your mind and body by offering you control over your emotional states. Maintaining stress relief with hypnosis is as simple, accessible, ...
Views: 4678(2 votes) - What You Must Know About the Pneumococcal Vaccine - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Kerri KnoxThe CDC, hospitals and doctor's offices around the country are intent on pushing the pneumococcal vaccine as a safe and effective way to reduce the burden of pneumonia on society. It's touted as being especially important for the elderly population to get this vaccine, as they are not only more ...
Views: 1456(2 votes) - Simple Eating Changes for Optimal Body Performance - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsSo many views are available today on "healthy eating". You should research them all and implement the ones that speak to you. I hope these simple common sense tips help you on your journey! Eat Sea Salt, Celtic Salt, Kosher Salt or No Salt instead of table salt. Your body can use the ...
Views: 968(1 vote) - Good Fats are STILL Fat... - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThe other day, a group of friends and I were chowing down at our favorite Mexican restaurant, Ole in Cambridge, Massachusetts. They make Guacamole - to die for - fresh at your table. One of my friends who felt we porked out on too much of it claimed, "Well, at least it is the good kind of ...
Views: 730(1 vote) - Body Exercises to Dispel Stress - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Joyce & Kevin O'BrienHave you experienced aches and pains while you work? Have you felt tired even before you start working? This may be the effect of stress on your body. Most medical experts agree that stress can have a profound influence in the decline of your normal bodily functions resulting in tight muscles, ...
Views: 683(1 vote) - Eating Habits and Your Health - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Joyce & Kevin O'BrienMost of us are aware that overeating is one of the most common and dangerous dietary habits. The other side of the coin of course is under eating. For instance, many of us may skip breakfast. Skipping breakfast creates acid in the stomach and even causes bad breath according to WebMD. Both of ...
Views: 2500(1 vote) - Raw is Better - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Joyce & Kevin O'BrienOne of the newest trends in diets is a raw food diet. There are many different reasons why people are switching to this type of diet as there are so many benefits in doing so. Some of the benefits include: increased energy, improved health and skin, no more colds and flu, preventing or reversing ...
Views: 827(1 vote) - Foods That Prevent Cancer - 3 Green Giants of the Food World - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Joyce & Kevin O'BrienThe foods that we put into our bodies on a daily basis, whether it is fast food, raw foods or organic foods, have an effect on us. For instance, did you know there are foods that prevent cancer? You read right, these same foods can also help prevent other chronic diseases as well. In this ...
Views: 777(1 vote) - Relapse - It Happens (But it Doesn't Have to Be the End of the Road) - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Judy HerzanekWhat do you do if your loved one relapses? "It's the same old story, the same old song and dance." -Steven Tyler/Aerosmith The above bit of lyrics, from a song by Aerosmith is a good analogy for an addict that chooses to try some more "controlled using" (better known as ...
Views: 4488(4 votes) - Four Cancer Fighting Foods - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2009 from Joyce & Kevin O'BrienThe National Cancer Society has estimated that nearly one in three cancer deaths are actually diet related. Those are astonishing statistics considering that means we may actually be able to prevent cancer with our diet choices, or cause it. Research has shown that certain foods actually ...
Views: 657(1 vote) - Eating Healthy Simply by Replacing X with Y - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsContrary to what you may believe, eating healthy does not have to require a drastic lifestyle change. You can eat the same things you always eat--just start buying a healthier version of it. Have gustatory substitution ideas not covered in the list? Feel free to share them in the comments below! ...
Views: 740(1 vote) - Eating to Avoid An Afternoon Slump - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsMost of us experience an afternoon slump. You know, where you just want to curl up on your desk and take a nap. While it is a natural function of the human body, employers tend to frown on outright sleeping on the job. So how can you avoid an afternoon slump? By eating right. Here are easy ways ...
Views: 743(1 vote) - Healthy School Lunches: Yes, We Can! - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsAt 39 years of age Dr. Yvonne Sanders-Butler thought she had pink eye, but it was way worse than that. As her symptoms worsened she was rushed to the hospital on the verge of a massive stroke. She was morbidly obese, had high blood pressure, was pre-diabetic and could have died. While lying ...
Views: 1713(1 vote) - Persistence - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowThey say that patience is a virtue, a desirable quality, a good feature and it is certainly a mainstay when traveling on your weight loss journey toward a healthier, lighter you. Taking advantage of this feature and using it to your advantage is a very important element for your continued ...
Views: 1052(4 votes) - Clear Skin At Any Age - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsHigh school is a memory. You have a career, or you're raising a family. Bad skin, you assume, is a thing of the past. But just when you think that you're out of the woods, acne hits you right in the face. Dermatologists regularly hear the lament, "Acne, at my age?!", expressed by women who ...
Views: 931(3 votes) - Vigorous Exercise Protects Your Heart - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThis week, Norwegian researchers reported their findings that high intensity interval training maximally improves every conceivable measure of heart function and heart strength. It also helps to prevent both the pre-diabetic metabolic syndrome and the heart damage it causes (Exercise and Sports ...
Views: 846(1 vote) - Listening to Our Bodies - Illness Lessons - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWhen our body, mind, and spirit are in balance, we experience good health. But sometimes we get caught up in life’s parade of change and movement, and things get out of balance. Just as there are seasons in nature, our bodies go through times of cleansing and times of activity. Illness is one ...
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