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- Stop Being Tired: How to End Your Tiredness in 3 Simple Steps - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Michael LeeI was once a victim of extreme tiredness. Even though my job wasn’t overly taxing, I would still come home feeling like a ton of bricks fell on me. I wanted to stop being tired for once because it was taking a toll, not only on my health, but also on my work and personal life. If you’re ...
Views: 672 - Yoga helps you grow taller - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2009 from Cristian StanIf you use the Internet to search for information on how to grow in height, more than likely you will notice the benefits that yoga registered in this area. Everyone understands this growing taller process differently and thus the information received may have either a positive or a negative ...
Views: 767 - Bodymind: Love Your Immune System - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsSpring is a time when we can easily catch a cold. Your immune system is one of the most complex and important systems in your body as it recognizes foreign substances, such as viruses or bacteria, and prevents them from doing you any harm. But it is also highly subject to being influenced by ...
Views: 570 - Survival With Vitamin B - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2009 from Jay StockmanProper diets have long been known to be beneficial to our overall good health. New research has demonstrated more specifics as to just how important and what we need to eat in order to stay healthy and fit. Vitamin B is actually a family of 8 water soluble Vitamins each with specific ...
Views: 1304 - Spring Has Sprung! - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsAh, Spring has Sprung! It’s a time of change, renewal, and… allergies! Something is in the air that has me sniffling like crazy. Spring is Kapha season, so I’m doing some dosha balancing rituals to help keep my Kapha from getting out of control. Just something more for the “to do” list these ...
Views: 973 - To Grow or Not to Grow - that is the Question! - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThe existential "alphabet" of Being begins not with the letter A, but with the verb "to Be," which in its turn takes root from the so-called "B-root," the Proto-Indo-European language base of the verb "to be." The "B-root" (bheu or bhu) - from which all this language of Being grows - means just ...
Views: 531 - High Energy Foods: Eating Your Way To Unlimited Energy - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2009 from Michael LeeSince we live in such a fast-paced world, it’s not surprising that we rely on high energy foods to help us get through the day. Unfortunately, a lot of us unwittingly fall for misleading advertisements and end up making the wrong food purchases. Energy bars and drinks are not exactly the ...
Views: 718 - What You Need To Know About High-Risk HPV - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2009 from Judith ShervenWhat is HPV? Human papillomavirus has a strain of more than 100 viruses and it can affect several parts of the human body. HPV types could be distinguished as low-risk and high-risk, while a common HPV infection is genital HPV. If you are concerned about it you should read on. Physicians ...
Views: 579 - Diabetes Mellitus – Causes and Treatment Options - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2009 from Dana MortensonDiabetes mellitus - who hasn't heard of it? Indeed, diabetes mellitus (DM) seems to be a universal language for high blood sugar. Millions of people are diagnosed with diabetes mellitus, a fact that is indeed getting a lot of attention from health care experts all over the world. The ...
Views: 1066 - What You Didn’t Know About Tanning - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2009 from Julian SaganTanning as become popular after the famous Coco Chanel introduced darker skin color and made it the stylish thing to do. Ever since then women have been trying to get the cherished dusk skin color and dermatologist have been trying to figure out a way to bring paleness back into fashion. Is ...
Views: 982 - Health Secrets - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2009 from Edward Block IVHealth Secrets http://daimondhead.net/p20.htm Introduction There are two major described ways of dealing with the acquisition of data and for putting that data in some sort of order. These two modes have been described to me as splitting and lumping. Thus there are two major groups of ...
Views: 1325 - The Wonders of Swimming - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowSwimming; what a wonderful way to treat your body! Ah, the wonders of the water flowing across your skin, allowing you to move with grace and dignity as you receive buoyancy from the fluid that surrounds your every pound. Such a fantastic way to challenge your body, ease your impact and ...
Views: 928 - Can beliefs influence Cancer on The Cellular Level? - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from David ElliotTo explore this question I would like to tell you the story of Mr Wright. This is from an article by Dr. Bruno Klopfer in Journal of Projective Techniques Volume 21 Mr. Wright was a patient of psychologist Bruno Klopfer in 1957. Mr. Wright had far-advanced lymphosarcoma with tumours the size of ...
Views: 1274(2 votes) - Taking Back Power Back Tips For Restoring Balance and Focus - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Kathy CaprinoSince my book published this Fall, I've been inundated by activity around launching it, publicizing it, and speaking about it. I enjoy much of this activity, as it involves marketing and promotion, which I'm comfortable with (it was my professional specialization in my corporate life, and ...
Views: 1174 - Tips For Insomnia During Pregnancy - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2009 from Josh WestExpecting a new baby can be one of the happiest times in a young woman’s life. However, happiness in this situation can come intertwined with insomnia during pregnancy regardless. Physical pains and discomfort can result from the woman’s stomach growing to make room for the new baby. Can you be ...
Views: 756 - Take Charge of Your Health – Keep Track of Everything - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Megan OltmanOne of the simplest and most powerful ways to take charge of your health is to keep track of everything related to your Migraines. A good headache specialist will want to see a Migraine diary, which should include dates and duration of your Migraines, severity of pain, other symptoms, triggers ...
Views: 1079 - 7 Tips: Have Good Karma with Your Caffeine - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsSince we’re on the topic of energy this week, I thought I would dedicate at least one blog entry to caffeine. Commonly found in coffee and tea, caffeine can also be found in chocolate, energy drinks and soda. According to Wikipedia, 90% of North American adults consume caffeine on a daily ...
Views: 1032 - Boost Your Thyroid and Your Energy! - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsSo you´re not feeling well, you have low energy and a host of other symptoms of thyroid deficiency. Perhaps you even visit your doctor who tests you and verifies that your thyroid hormone levels are low. You and your doctor might automatically decide you need to be on a synthetic thyroid, when ...
Views: 667 - 9 Tips: How to Drink More Water - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsMany health experts will agree that drinking more water will help give you more energy. (Read here from Michelle Schoffro Cook on why you should drink more water.) In celebration of this week's theme on keeping up your energy, here are my personal tricks on drinking more water. * Make it a ...
Views: 948 - A Young Warrior You Should Know - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsKairol Rosenthal is a quintessential warrior, fighting not only for her own life, but for all of us who’ve been kicked by cancer. She entered my life through a mutual acquaintance when I was writing Help Me Live…, and the then-29 year-old Kairol penned an incisive and beautifully written piece ...
Views: 506 - CAN VITAMIN D SERIOUSLY IMPACT YOUR HEALTH? - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2009 from Lori Shemek, PhD, CLC, NCHave you ever questioned whether there was just one nutrient that may help prevent Heart Disease, Cancer (especially breast, prostate and colon), Osteoporosis, Alzheimer's Disease, Depression, Diabetes, Obesity, Renal Issues, High Blood Pressure, Metabolic Syndrome and much more? Well, there ...
Views: 1228(4 votes) - Cholesterol and Triglycerides - What You Should Know - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonThe medical term lipid disorder refers to high blood cholesterol and triglycerides. It means that there are plenty of fatty substances in the blood such as cholesterol and triglycerides. Cholesterol is used in the building of cell membranes and other hormones while triglycerides are chains ...
Views: 662 - How to Find Relief for Your Flat Feet or Overpronation - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2009 from Fred SalomonA poll conducted by the American Podiatric Medical Association revealed that a surprising 73% of people polled revealed that they are dealing with foot pain. Why are more patients complaining of foot pain in the examination room? Most patients have issues with their feet because of: the kind of ...
Views: 1594 - A Concise Guide to Detoxifying Your Body the Most Effective Way - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsAh, spring time! One of the most beautiful times of the year. After a dormant winter, plants, flowers and animals breathe new life in the world around us: budding, sprouting, growing. Rain showers wash the earth and make everything new. Wouldn’t it be nice if it were that easy to refresh and ...
Views: 692 - All You Ever Wanted to Know About Healing - by Submitted on May 26, 2013 from Lisa RaphaelIt is truly inspiring to witness, through this and similar magazines and expos around the globe, how many diverse and exciting approaches there are to healing. Yet beyond the differences, the specialties, the variety of emphases on physical, emotional spiritual or general healing, there are ...
Views: 1318 - The Stink About Deodorant - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsSome coworkers recently went looking for some alternative deodorants after hearing that the levels of aluminum in common products can cause complications with lymph nodes. There are several other concerns related to health when it comes to ingredients in beauty products used on the skin around ...
Views: 1892 - What is Vitality and How Do We Build it? - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsBefore I get into a description of what vitality is, and then how we can improve and build this in our lives, I want to pique your interest first: To achieve any goal in your life - weight loss, improved health, lowered blood pressure, ideal cholesterol (ANY-goal) - you must have abundant ...
Views: 562 - ***Stop Alzheimer's and Dementia by Eating Curcumin? - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2009 from Vijaya NairFirst, what is curcumin? Curcumin is a component of the spice tumeric, and can be found in typical Indian foods known as curries, or can be taken as a dietary supplement. Second, how does curcumin prevent the onset of Alzheimer's disease and dementia? Research has shown that curcumin prevents ...
Views: 2275 - New Vaccine for Superbug is Entirely Unnecessary and Potentially Dangerous - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2009 from Kerri KnoxClostridium difficile, more commonly called "C-difficile" or "C-diff" is the "new superbug". It is a highly contagious disease that causes abdominal pain and diarrhea and is a HUGE problem in hospitals. Most people acquire C difficile as a 'side effect' of antibiotic use and often acquire it ...
Views: 1021 - Are Cholesterol Lowing Medications Simply the Newest Gateway Drugs? - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2009 from Kerri KnoxSo, you go to your doctor’s office and get your cholesterol checked. Standard operating procedure, right? We have been taught since grade school that low cholesterol levels are the best way to lower your heart disease risk. So, if you DO happen to have “high ...
Views: 1234 - Faster Healing of Muscle Tears, Sprains or Strains - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2009 from Douglas HusbandsRecently, while performing a chiropractic adjustment on a patient, I felt an immediate pain in my elbow. From my body building background and many years in health care, I knew exactly what had happened. I had a significant strain of the long head of the triceps tendon where it inserts at the ...
Views: 6044(3 votes) - What We Didn’t Expect from the Human Genome Project - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2009 from Julie LakehomerThe history of DNA research is a tale of patient researchers laboring day after day on myriad tiny problems. It is a tale of myriad answers gathering at last into profound insights. This is what happened with the Human Genome Project. The question the HGP set out to answer was: What are all ...
Views: 785 - The Self Against the Self: Deal with Seasonal Allergies Naturally and Cheaply - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIf you are experiencing itchy eyes, a dry, raspy throat, sneezing, sinus headaches and tiredness, and it’s spring, chances are you have seasonal allergies. What happens in the spring? The earth comes alive, bursting with new growth and the wind is spreading the news. Commercials bombard us with ...
Views: 654 - The "Cancer Card" - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIn the past, when I’ve talked about “The Cancer Card,” I’ve done so jokingly, as in “pulling the Cancer Card” when you’re pulled over for a traffic infraction. “Oh, Officer, I’m sorry, I didn’t notice that stop sign! I have [sniff] cancer.” “Oh, I’m so sorry,” coos the officer, “You just go on ...
Views: 779 - Why Are We Suffering from cancer? A Metaphysical View - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2009 from David ElliotThere are many theories about why we get cancer individually, they range from genetic mutations through to environmental carcinogens, improper diet and the use of cell phones and other electromagnetic equipment. I intend to look at the question from a more metaphysical perspective. First of ...
Views: 1442(2 votes) - The TSH Gotcha - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2009 from Bette DowdellWe have before us multiple scenarios, all of which start and end in the same place. (This is going to be a tad long, so grab a cup of coffee to see you through to the end.) The adventure starts when you drag into the doctor’s office complaining about weight gain, extreme fatigue, thinning ...
Views: 2199 - A Support System for Health - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWhen most people think about losing weight they envision the ugly act of dieting. They imagine all of their favorite foods being taken away from them. No fun! No fair! Most people find that dieting is not sustainable. They can do it for a month or two and lose a few pounds, but after a month ...
Views: 600 - Chest Pain: Stress Could Be the Culprit! - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2009 from Michael LeeAre you often experiencing chest pain? Stress could be the main cause, and you might not even know it! Many people find themselves panicking after experiencing chest pain. However, a sudden stab to the heart or burning sensation doesn’t always mean that you’re having a heart attack (although ...
Views: 765 - Can Stress Really Cause Cherry Angiomas? - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2009 from Michael LeeCherry angiomas are small red-purple splotches on your skin that usually manifest after you’ve turned 40 years old. They are quite harmless actually and do not have to be removed at all. Nobody really knows what causes these small spots to appear, but there are people who think that there is a ...
Views: 6652 - Vitamin D Deficiency: Get Your Daily Dose of Sun, it Does a Body Good! - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsMost people do not know the benefits of Vitamin D let alone its impact on the health and vitality of the human body. The term “Vitamin D” specifically refers to a group of fat soluble pro-hormones that, amongst other things, help maintain organ systems, promote anti-tumor activity in the body, ...
Views: 867 - Snoring Remedy: Best and Practical Tips for a Restful Sleep - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2009 from Dana MortensonLet’s admit it, you are not the only one looking for a snoring remedy. After all, your spouse could suffer more than you do with your snoring. Snoring could result to poor sleep, daytime fatigue and irritability. Soliciting your partner’s help in dealing with this problem could greatly help ...
Views: 1295(1 vote) - Shower Your Spirit - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI love the power of water. It’s cleansing for the body and soul. Just as the power of a heavy spring rain washes the earth, water can cleanse, stimulate and invigorate your whole being, adding new life to your day. Use your morning shower to awaken you from the dormancy of sleep into the rhythms ...
Views: 548 - Would You Like Some Birth Control with Your Glass of Water, or Maybe a Dose or Two of Antidepressants? - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsEvery spring since 2007, we've been reminded that not only do we have to worry about removing lead, copper, excess chlorine and arsenic from our drinking water -- we probably also want to forego our tap water's pharmaceutical fortification. This month, the AP has conducted another ...
Views: 848 - Liver and Gallbladder Flush= - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2009 from Annie OLLIVIERFor several months, I had felt a pain (a kind of sharp penetrating pain that would get worse when I would bend forward) on my right side under the ribs, where the liver is located. I kind of guessed that some stones had again accumulated in my liver and my gallbladder since I had done this first ...
Views: 2708(2 votes) - Prostaglandins - How They Promote Better Blood Circulation - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonProstaglandins are technically hormones but are seldom classified as such. They belong to a group of lipid compounds that are obtained from fatty acids with important functions in the body. Prostaglandins are not stored by the body but the cells can produce them on demand when there are ...
Views: 1226 - The Most Important Thing for Mental Health - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWhen considering the most important elements for mental health, a really basic one is often overlooked. It's not stress reduction, a healthy diet, exercise, healthy relationships, or taking your medications. What is it? When I worked at the state hospital, patients would be brought in by the ...
Views: 578 - World Malaria Day 2009 - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsOne year after UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon issued a call to provide all malaria endemic countries with universal coverage of malaria control tools by the end of 2010, an unprecedented effort to combat malaria is under way. Impressive gains have recently been realized, as 40 percent of the ...
Views: 622 - The Benefits of Online Communities for Post-Operative Hip Replacement Patients - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2009 from Jeremy ReitherOnline patient communities and patient forums have sprouted up all across the web, focusing on diseases and conditions ranging from total hip surgery, to insomnia, to epilepsy and cancer. For the most part, these forums serve as a reliable source of medical information and the benefits of them ...
Views: 1341 - The Most Effective Cure for Hemorrhoids - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2009 from Ewen ChiaHemorrhoids are extremely irritating medical problems commonly affecting most adults. They normally occur in or around the anal and rectal areas. Hemorrhoids are veins in the anal cushion that have become swollen or inflamed and they are sometimes called piles as well. When you experience the ...
Views: 526 - Nasal Neti Pots and Your Health - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsAre you one of the 37 million adults with chronic sinusitis?1 Or perhaps you are one of the 50 million people in the United States routinely affected by allergies?2 If your upper respiratory health is important to you, then a not-so-new technique can be one of your front lines of defense this ...
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