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- The Social Consequences Of Teenage Pregnancy - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2012 from paul empeyThere are both biological and social consequences of teenage pregnancy but it is probably the latter that have the most serious consequences. Most girls become fertile around the age of fourteen. Traditionally it is considered prudent to delay motherhood until the age of eighteen or later. In ...
Views: 1834 - Fitness Dreams - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2012 from Griff NeilsonFitness Dreams: How To TELL When You Will FAIL! Part #1 Hello, my friends! How the heck are you? I hope you are having a great day. I hope you are enjoying the process of becoming more healthy and vibrant each and every day. First, I want to explain the title of this post. As you ...
Views: 1833 - Blood Pressure Meds are Fat Fertilizer - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2007 from Ken ArmstrongNot all prescription drugs are bad. Some are really bad, like the drugs used to lower your blood pressure. Among the top ten drugs prescribed in the U.S, blood pressure (hypertension) medications ensnare millions into the prescription drug trap. That trap kills 200,000 and injures close to ...
Views: 1829 - How Moderation and Harm Reduction Can Support Abstinence - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Alida SchuylerSeattle Counseling Services, a nonprofit agency dedicated to the lesbian, gay, and transgender community runs a weekly group called “Meth Madness.” Meth Madness is a support group open to users even if high or tweaking. Attendees talk in safe surroundings with current and former meth users. ...
Views: 1829 - The Importance of Dissertation Methodology Section and How to Compose It - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2012 from Donna SantosWhen you begin writing your dissertation, you will understand how research plays a very important role in the finding and collecting of relevant information. Not only the research, but it is also important to keep track of the methodology for dissertation research. In a separate chapter you will ...
Views: 1828(2 votes) - How to Combat Postpartum Depression - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Danica SusanDo you think you have postpartum depression? Don’t worry because there is nothing wrong with you. Postpartum depression affects most mothers, especially new moms. It is also commonly known as “baby blues” and it is caused by the sudden changes in your hormones. Most women experience the symptoms ...
Views: 1825(1 vote) - 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: 1825(3 votes) - You, Too, Can Give The Gift Of Life - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2009 from Patti ArmusYou're in the mall, the supermarket, or heading for the departure gate at the airport when you see someone ahead of you slump to the ground. As you glance around to see if anyone else is aware of what just happened, you notice a sign that says "AED” or “Defibrillator" with an arrow pointing to ...
Views: 1825 - How To Look Younger - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2014 from Jon RhodesAlthough aging is inevitable, you can still significantly reduce the effects of time. We do not have to look old before our time if we do not want to. We can become that well polished vintage car that turns everyone’s head if we so desire. It just takes a few simple lifestyle ...
Views: 1823(3 votes) - Discover How To Get Rid Of Your Indoor Pets Fleas Forever - by Submitted on May 27, 2008 from Shelly Dog ExpertThe need to apply flea medication to indoor animals is a common idea that pet owners question. If my cat or dog is indoors all day, then why does she need flea medication? The truth is that, even when kept inside, your pet can suffer from fleas. It is important that you take care of your pet, ...
Views: 1819 - Is it Severe Acne, or is it Hidradenitis Suppurativa? - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2009 from Lynne CampbellHidradenitis is a term used to describe diseases that are primarily inflammatory infiltrates around the hair follicles and oil and sweat glands. This group of severe acne includes several different types of hidradenitis. One of the most severe is called hidradenitis suppurativa. Hidradenitis ...
Views: 1818 - Endometriosis Part V -Progesterone Agonist- Definition, Types,The Good, Bad, Side Effects and Risks - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2009 from Kyle NortonDuring the last stage of the menstrual cycle normally a layer of endometriosis lining in the inside of the uterus is expelled, known as menstruation blood but instead some of the endometriosis tissues growing somewhere in the body causing endometriosis. Endometriosis also reacts to hormonal ...
Views: 1817 - How to Find Out What’s Working and What Isn’t - by Submitted on May 06, 2009 from John AOVThis article is an excerpt from "Optimal Digestive Health: A Complete Guide" by John Furlong, N.D., edited by Trent W. Nichols, M.D. and Nancy Faass, MSW, MPH, and taken from the website www.innertraditions.com To practice truly preventive medicine, we have to know when to intervene. We need to ...
Views: 1816(1 vote) - Diet alone is not the solution to obesity - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2013 from Prof. George GrantInstead of dieting start eating breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a pauper. Avoid eating late meals & snacks. Consume 6 raw or steamed vegetables daily, 3 fruits, whole grains, beans, legumes and high fibre foods. Reduce Carbohydrates, white flour, white rice, white ...
Views: 1815(1 vote) - Periodontal Diseaes And Diabetes. What You Need To Know - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2008 from Dr Yasmin AkrumThe relationship between diabetes and gum disease (periodontitis) is bi-directional. This means that not only are diabetic patients more prone to periodontitis, but periodontitis can also make it more difficult for diabetics to control their blood sugar level. In the the United States, it has ...
Views: 1815 - Why are Our Joints Wearing Out So Fast - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2010 from Butch PhelpsAccording to the Food and Drug Administration, since the year 2000, the number of joint replacement surgeries performed each year has been on the rise. In 2001, 165,000 hip joints and 326,000 knees were replaced in the United States alone. Renaissance Orthopedics reports: Between the years ...
Views: 1815(6 votes) - Adult Eating Disorders: How to Deal if the Person Doesn’t Admit Having One? - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2009 from Dr. Irina WebsterIf you are dealing with an adult who suffers from an eating disorder, then you should adjust your talk to a relevant format. Remember, an adult may use stronger language than a child would use. Do not get angry. It will not do any good, and will probably make things worse. Plus, the sufferer ...
Views: 1814 - Treatment of bacterial vaginosis - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2012 from Etham HuntOver the last several years, there has been an increase in the spread of sexually transmitted infection (STI), which can be viral, bacterial or parasitic in nature. Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is not considered a traditional STI as it is not passed from one partner to another during sexual act. ...
Views: 1814 - Arthritis (OA) and Health Choices - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2010 from Dr Howard CameronOsteoarthritis (OA) is the body’s adaptive response to mechanical imbalance. Poor alignment of the Axial and Appendicular Skeleton (spine and extremities respectively) place uneven mechanical forces on the bones and joints. When a car’s tyres are out of alignment the rubber becomes worn both ...
Views: 1813(2 votes) - Negative Effects Of Obesity - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Eliza HaywoodWhy Obesity Should Matter More Obesity might be a common weight problem in the United States but this is not an excuse to be complacent about it. One-third of adults in the U.S. are obese while two-thirds of the populations are overweight. Obesity shortens life span due to the high risk of ...
Views: 1812 - Treating Genital Warts Using Cryotherapy - by Cryotherapy is a medical procedure that involves the utilization of extreme cold to destroy any abnormal growth on the skin. It is used to alleviate skin disease such as warts, moles, skin tags, and solar keratoses. Cryotherapy is considered one of the most effective treatments for genital ...
Views: 1812 - natural remedies to prevent or shorten the length of a cold - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2012 from Carl Tuchy PalmieriColds/flu 4 ways to prevent cold and flu • Use garlic to rev up your immunity and be 50% less likely to catch a cold! • Clear your throat by gargling water during cold season. • Keep warm to keep your antibodies active. • Boost your levels of vitamin C and vitamin D Nutrition ...
Views: 1810 - The Root Cause of All Cancer - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesMy childhood memories are filled with feelings of desperation as I listened to my mother’s screams, emergency doctors coming and going from our house. In fact, every day, the first thing I did when I came home from school was run to my mother’s room to check that she was still alive. She had ...
Views: 1810 - Vision Mythology & Fun Facts - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2013 from Orlin SorensenMost of us take the ability to look around and see our world for granted. Vision is all but a birthright for most of us and we don’t often stop to think of just how intricate and magical the process of eyesight can be! Our eyes are actually muscles and boy, do they work hard: the eyes are the ...
Views: 1810 - Protecting Elderly People During Hot Weather Conditions - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2013 from Oliver StirkIt is great news when the sunshine and good weather arrives, however it is important to remember that high temperatures can be dangerous for vulnerable groups such as the elderly and they should be protected from the possible health effects of hot weather where possible. A specialist home ...
Views: 1809 - Kidney Stones Removal Procedures - Your 4 Treatment Options - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonNormally, doctors will talk about a number of medical measures often practiced for removing kidney stones especially to patients with severe cases. Each method differs a bit from the other, and a few can be performed at home. Healthcare providers, however, will recommend the suitable kidney ...
Views: 1808 - Rejected By A Doctor - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2009 from Bette DowdellMy doctor no longer practices medicine, so I had to find another. Like most long-time thyroid patients, I’ve been through the proverbial mill. I knew for sure I didn’t want to be bullied into taking Synthroid, which most doctors prefer–even though it doesn’t work. I found a listing for ...
Views: 1805 - Vitamin Water - For Health or For Money? - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2010 from Dr. Nathalie BeauchampVitamin Water Is Vitamin Water worth your money? Glaceau Vitaminwater with added vitamins and electrolytes has become one of the most popular water beverages on the market. Oh, and its hip-packaging and quirky product names don’t seem to hurt sales either. But is paying the extra two or three ...
Views: 1804 - Ablutional confessional - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2008 from Cliff EgginkRemember the movie, As Good As It Gets? Remember the obsessive-compulsive (OCD, in psychology speak) character, portrayed by Jack Nicholson, who washes his hands over and over with fresh soap ? Remember Howard Hughes, an over-the-top compulsive, who also began as frequent hand washer? Well, I am ...
Views: 1802 - Complications of Blepharitis - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2007 from Jay StockmanBlepharitis is the inflammation of the lids. It may have several etiologies and can result in many secondary conditions that are detrimental to ocular health. Patients often present with inflammation and redness of either the anterior, posterior or both areas of the lids. In addition, there is ...
Views: 1802 - Difference between Arthralgia vs. arthritis joint pain - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2016 from Victor MarchioneArthralgia and arthritis are two conditions that lead to joint pain. Arthralgia actually stems from the Greek term meaning joint pain. The main difference between arthralgia and arthritis is the presence of inflammation. Although arthralgia and arthritis may share many symptoms, if there’s no ...
Views: 1802 - Is Your Hand Numbness Due to Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2012 from Winifred BraggHow can you tell if that nagging numbness or pain in your wrist is really Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? The wrist is surrounded by a band of fibrous tissue that serves as a support for the joint. The space between this fibrous tissue and the wrist bone is called the carpal tunnel. The median nerve ...
Views: 1802(2 votes) - To Eat or Not to Eat! - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2011 from Joanna SherwellTo Eat or Not to Eat! We’re constantly surprised at how many people seem oblivious to smart food hygiene practices, simply out of ignorance- unless you’ve been taught these things or learnt through painful food poisoning experiences… most people simply guess what to do with food! Here are ...
Views: 1801 - Binge Eating is Not Black and White - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2012 from Kristin GerstleyIt’s the little things that you will need to notice and congratulate yourself on when beginning the recovery process from a binge eating disorder. These little things will be the stepping stones to gaining full control over yourself when food is involved. These tiny stepping stones will prove ...
Views: 1800(1 vote) - A New Health Tool for Diabetes: Hypnosis - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2011 from Devin Hastings“If we did all the things we are capable of, we would literally astound ourselves.” - Thomas A. Edison This article is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Before making any changes to your current health care program, consult with your doctor. The ...
Views: 1799 - What Exactly Is Fibromyalgia? - by Submitted on May 02, 2007 from Paula WozniakWhat exactly is this condition called "Fibromyalgia"? It's actually classified as a "syndrome" rather than "disease". A "syndrome" is defined as a group of symptoms that together are characteristic of a specific disorder, disease or the like. In contract, the word "disease" is a term which ...
Views: 1799 - Simultaneously Treating Cardiovascular Disease and Erectile Dysfunction - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2012 from Helena EderveenIf ever there were two issues that were high up on a man's list of the medical problems that he never wants to experience, probably the two uppermost in his mind are diseases related to the heart and its blood vessels and the inability to attain and then maintain an erection. That is why looking ...
Views: 1798 - What Will Your Health Insurance Look Like In 2050? - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2012 from Ed HarrisHealth insurance in 2050. Major changes will certainly occur in the next 40 years. But I bet you didn’t realize how much health insurance will change for individuals and families. Here’s a tongue and cheek peek into the future of our health care system. Obamacare is a distant memory. ...
Views: 1797(1 vote) - Are Statins the New Gateway Drugs? - by Submitted on Feb 24, 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 cholesterol”, and the definition of ...
Views: 1796(1 vote) - Erase the Urge to Smoke - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2011 from Genie LabordeERASE THE URGE TO SMOKE Changing a habit is hard work—unless you know how. Your Right Brain can supply short-cuts that most people do not know. The change work is hard because we are designed to conserve energy, and it takes more energy to start a new brain pattern than to run an old ...
Views: 1796(3 votes) - Safe Cycling Saves Brains and Lives - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2009 from Lisa SiegleBicycling is a great way to get around; it’s good exercise, it’s fun, and it allows kids to be independent. But biking causes more traumatic brain injuries than any other sport and each day a child in the United States dies of bicycle-related injuries. Education is the key to safety. Kids ...
Views: 1796(2 votes) - Blood Pressure Medication Brought Into Question - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Richard ClarkeHealth markers such as high cholesterol, being overweight, having diabetes, smoking, being stressed out, being inactive or having high blood pressure(BP) are all signs (indicators) that you’re at risk of developing problems with your heart and brain later on in life. It seems obvious, but the ...
Views: 1795 - Menopause And Frigidity - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2008 from Sharon BellIs menopause to be blamed for female sexual dysfunction or frigidity? What role does it play in this common problem? First of all, it’s important to understand that frigidity is caused by a lot of things that both the woman and the man may not be aware of. To improve their sex lives, the ...
Views: 1794 - The Water We Drink - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Diana Garber“Don’t drink the water,” was a suggestion someone made before our trip to Mexico. I’m happy to report that hotels took several measures to ensure the water we consumed was clean and safe. Being surrounded by water, it was natural to reflect on its beauty and importance. Our bodies are mostly ...
Views: 1794 - Causes Of Extreme Fatigue: How To Stop Extreme Fatigue At Its Roots - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2009 from Michael LeeExtreme fatigue can sometimes be called chronic fatigue due to its persistence. It’s not the kind of condition that can easily be remedied by getting a good night’s sleep or by taking a break from work, and is actually a constant reminder that there is something wrong with your body. If you ...
Views: 1793(2 votes) - How History Shapes Dental Technology’s Future? - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2016 from Cynthia WitsonMany people in school wonder why they have learn about history. They are often bored listening to dates, places and names of the past. They don’t see how it relates. Philosophers quipped that those who don’t study history are doomed to repeat the mistakes of the past. While this is true, it also ...
Views: 1791 - Happiness Helper: Six Simple Ways to Boost Your Mood - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2016 from Caitlyn BellIn the hustle and bustle of everyday life, we can often get dragged down by demands and stressors that leave us in bad moods and negative mindsets. Though these emotional states can seem small and temporary, they can often have lasting effects in whatever environment you happen to be in at the ...
Views: 1790 - The Ultimate Strategy For Grow Taller Naturally - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2012 from Mike AndrewAre you tired of being short? Do you feel such as you've tried everything to appear taller? Don’t grow discouraged. Here are some useful recommendations on growing taller naturally that can not only improve your look however drastically boost your health still. First, so as to understand how ...
Views: 1790(1 vote) - Scanty Urination (Oliguria): Causes, Symptoms, and How to Treat It - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2017 from Victor MarchioneThere are some things that we can all relate to regardless of where we live, how we were raised, or what our paycheck says. And one of those things is peeing. We all have to pee every day. Given the state of technology, there’s a good chance you are peeing while you reading this. But what ...
Views: 1789 - Tips to Prevent Swine Flu - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2009 from Steve CaldwellSwine flu is making its roots firm worldwide. Till now more than 450 deaths have been reported worldwide. Recently, the spread of Swine flu is being reported in the India. Swine flu is basically a disease caused by the H1N1 virus that infects pigs. This disease has been spread from the pigs to ...
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