Self Improvement Site
On The Internet! Take the Self Improvement Tour
On The Internet! Take the Self Improvement Tour
Health Education Articles
We are currently looking for an Official SelfGrowth.com Guide to "Health Education". If you have expertise in Health Education and your own website and/or product for this topic, please review this form for complete details. The Official Guide Position is part of our Premium Placement Package
- How Running can Affect Your Teeth - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2018 from Shashi DasRunning is no doubt good for your health. It helps you lose weight, fights against various diseases and also helps in relieving you from stress. People who like exercising, think that running is the best form of exercising as it focuses on the entire body at the same time, unlike other exercises ...
Views: 1163 - How to cure your incurable nasal allergy - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2004 from alexander chongImmunoglobulin E is an antibody, which is secreted from the white blood cell as a defense agent in our body. It helps us defending bacteria, viruses and other microorganisms, which attack our body. Once the immunoglobulin E attaches to the mast cell, histamine chemical will be secreted from this ...
Views: 1163 - How to Prevent the Silent Disease - Osteoporosis - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2011 from Sylvia BrowningOsteoporosis is known as a silent disease because you will never know or suspect that you already have it until you have a fracture. Although this disease is likely to strike you in your later years, prevention for this disease is still the best weapon. In order to avoid the occurrence of ...
Views: 1163 - Knowledge to Help Cope with a Health Disaster - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Rachel MadorskyKnowledge of the anatomical and physiological structure of one’s own body leads to the discovery of ways to deliverance through nontraditional healing. Who, besides you, must love yourself and your own body most of all? Your body demands knowledge to help it cope with disaster, and you are ...
Views: 1163(2 votes) - Patients Discuss Psoriasis Treatments On Social Networking Sites - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2012 from Michael DornanPsoriasis is a common skin condition, which appears as pink or red plaques on the skin. A great deal is known about psoriasis, however no cure is yet to be found. Patients suffering from psoriasis have discussed their experience with psoriasis on social networking sites, forums and blogs. They ...
Views: 1163 - Recovery After Knee Replacement Surrgery - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2017 from Dr. Bakul AroraRecovery after knee replacement surgery is the step by step procedure and can be gradually recovered in the appropriate time. It is more supporting when the patient has the encouragement of their family and friends. The first stage of recovery is just after the surgery. Early days after the ...
Views: 1163 - The Hidden Agenda Behind the Bird Flu Hoax - by Submitted on May 15, 2006 from Joseph MercolaA plan to quarantine sick airline and ship passengers in order to combat a potential bird flu outbreak has outraged health experts, airlines, and civil libertarians. Three-Day Quarantine Sick passengers would be identified by flight attendants, pilots and cruise ship crews. Passengers ...
Views: 1163 - Unbeleivably Easy Weight Loss Technique - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2008 from Jo MarkThe human body is mostly water. In fact, your body is composed of 80% water. It’s vital for life and serves us in a number of different ways. We drink water to maintain the optimum level of hydration in our bodies, to flush toxins out and cleanse the body, to cool off, to keep the joints ...
Views: 1163 - What Is Peptic Ulcers, Causes, Symptoms and How to Prevent It? - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2017 from Emma KalmanWhat are Peptic Ulcers, Causes, Symptoms and How to Prevent It? Peptic ulcers are sores that form in your stomach’s lining or on the duodenum, which is the 1st part of the small intestines. They generally develop because of acids that need to digest foods which may damage the duodenum or the ...
Views: 1163 - Fighting sleep paralysis - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2016 from pousali DeySleep paralysis is a typical phenomenon in which a person is temporarily incapable of moving or responding to anything; while falling asleep or just before waking up from deep sleep. People who suffer from this, define sleep paralysis as a temporary condition of partial paralysis, where they ...
Views: 1162 - How to Treat Dementia - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2008 from Sharon BellHow is dementia treated? What can be done for those suffering from this dreaded disease? While a cure remains to be seen, experts said the key is to keep the brain as active as possible. "Within reasonable limits, patients with impaired cerebral function should keep mentally active. It is ...
Views: 1162 - Three Surefire Ways To Come Up With Compelling Literature Dissertation Topics - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2011 from Donna SantosThere is almost a non ending debate when one wants to come up with an interesting title for dissertation writing. As you know it is a high level academic paper, therefore, the topic should be something that is unique and intriguing but that is not commonly observed because students seems to be ...
Views: 1162 - What Causes Abscess behind the Ear? - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2017 from Victor MarchioneAn abscess behind the ear is a common side effect of an internal infection. This bump filled with pus may vary in size and can present an array of symptoms, dependent upon severity and cause. Most abscesses behind the ear can be treated at home over several days. A large or deeply infected ...
Views: 1162 - 5 Great Tips on Fighting Bad Breath - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Jonathan EdwardsGiving out tips on fighting bad breath is a risky proposition, especially if the person suffering from it is a close friend or family member. They might resent the intrusion, or worse, avoid you because of the embarrassment. Of course, this doesn't mean that you can't give them tips in ...
Views: 1161 - 5 Natural Yet Effective Ways to Get Rid of Acne Scars - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2018 from Cynthia WitsonFor those of you who wish to live a blemish-free life, we have good news. You need not fill your medicine cabinets with expensive creams and medications. There are easy solutions that are effective and yield powerful results. Here you go. 1. Aloe Vera Yes, that is correct. Fresh aloe vera ...
Views: 1161 - Hodgkin’s Lymphoma – Symptoms, Causes and Treatment - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2017 from Gaurav GautamHodgkin’s lymphoma, also known Hodgkin’s disease, is a cancer of the lymphatic system, which is a part of the immune system. It is a type of lymphoma, a disease of a type ofwhite blood cells called lymphocytes. As the disease progresses, it makes it difficult for the body to fight infections. It ...
Views: 1161 - The Secret Ecology of Lasting Weight Loss - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2011 from Jena la Flamme"If I really put my mind to it, I can do it this time," I told myself. Here I was, having yet another talk with myself about my resolve to exert more discipline, more willpower, and more commitment to my elusive weight loss goal. I was psyching myself up to grit my teeth to temptation, to say ...
Views: 1161(1 vote) - Understanding Bipolar Disorder – Its Symptoms and Causes - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2017 from Gaurav GautamBipolar disorder, also known as manic depression, is a mental health condition that causes extreme mood swings that include emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression), hence the name. The affected person, when depressed, feels sad and hopeless and loses interest or pleasure in ...
Views: 1161 - Are You Finding it Hard To Choose A Dissertation Topic? - by Submitted on May 08, 2012 from Rose TylerCollege students might take a number of methods for selecting a dissertation topic. While a crude strategy may speed up the degree process, but creating a high quality dissertation will allow you to progress in your area of study as well as will let you marvel in your profession. Following are ...
Views: 1160 - How this Dallas Mesothelioma Attorney Helps Protect the Rights of Mesothelioma Victims - by Submitted on May 29, 2012 from Daniel MoveroBaron and Budd, P.C. has represented clients for three decades. Most of the firm’s clients are people from different backgrounds, businesses, communities and other entities from across the nation. Since the law firm has been in the business of legal representation for thirty years, it is one of ...
Views: 1160 - The Processes of Behavior Change - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2009 from ravi vermaOnce Prochaska and DiClemente identified the stages of change and their characteristics, the next challenge was to understand how one could move from one stage to the next. To explain this complex movement, they identified ten different processes and the stages where they seem most ...
Views: 1160 - Turn that Frown Upside Down with Hilarious Laughter Therapy - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2012 from jenifer smithIf you are a gloomy sort and feel like the ever-cheerful Mark Lawrenson on a bad day most of the time then you have to inject a bit of happiness into your life. Blur once sang, “I’m a professional cynic but my heart’s not in it/ I’m paying the price for living life at the limit” on their classic ...
Views: 1160 - Why should I replace missing teeth? - by Submitted on May 13, 2019 from Mark HenryTeeth that have been knocked out or fallen out due to tooth decay or gum disease need to be replaced, regardless if they are visible in the mouth or not. Choosing not to replace missing teeth can cause a lot of issues with oral health and even cause problems with one’s self-preservation. Visit ...
Views: 1160 - 5 Easy Ways To Maintain Healthy Hearing - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2018 from Karen SimpsonThere was a fascinating study done a couple of years ago that hypothesized that dementia and hearing loss could be related. It found the connect could be true and that lack of audio function may be contributing to the decline in adults with dementia symptoms. If there was anything that could ...
Views: 1159 - Book Excerpt: Medical Tests That Can Save Your Life - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2004 from Yolanda CardenPSA Tests For Prostate Cancer Prostate specific antigen (PSA) was discovered in 1979. It is a protein produced by the cells that line the inside of the prostate. Prostate cancer changes the cellular barriers that normally keep PSA within the ductal system of the prostate, causing PSA to be ...
Views: 1159(1 vote) - Dry Eyes And Their Treatments - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2007 from Jay StockmanDry Eyes and Their Treatments Dry eyes are enormously common in the US, and it is believed to be the source of most complaints in eye doctor’s offices. While there are very few studies that have been conducted on this condition, many eye symptoms are thought to actually be based on a dry eye ...
Views: 1159 - 22 Habits to Maintaining Good Dental Care - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2015 from Cynthia WitsonIt’s said that it takes three weeks to form a new habit. However, to make that habit permanent requires dedication and continued practice. There are a number of reasons why we should maintain our oral health. Everyone’s mouth naturally contains bacteria, kind of like having your own private ...
Views: 1158 - About Baby Yeast Infections - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2011 from Jay RoysterA baby yeast infection is also referred to as baby thrush. It is a kind of yeast infection caused by bacteria building up in the child’s mouth and private areas. Newborns and children can be affected. Though yeast infection in babies is not considered life threatening, it is known to cause ...
Views: 1158(1 vote) - Arthritis Exercises - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from sarah labdarOne recommended way to reduce and relieve your painful arthritis symptoms is through exercise. Doctors recommend it and patients sometimes decide to do it on their own. Either way it is an integral part of slowing down the progression of arthritis symptoms. Thirty minutes of daily activity is ...
Views: 1158 - Excellent Guide on How to Get a Better Night Sleep - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2016 from Cynthia WitsonLack of sleep or Insomnia can have big effect on your memory, hand to eye coordination and judgment. People, who get only three to four hours of sleep at night, take small naps during daytime. Effects of Sleep Deprivation • Angry and Irritable Behavior If you are deprived of proper ...
Views: 1158 - How To Write A Worthwhile Literature Review In Dissertation In Four Simple Steps? - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2011 from Rose TylerLiterature review is an integral part of writing a thesis so if its faulty then the whole thesis would be sent down the drain. Thus, you cannot ignore the fact that it is a literature review in dissertation which holds every component in one hand. There is nothing out of this world in ...
Views: 1158 - What's Better For You is Also Better For The Environment-9 Things You Can Do About Climate Change - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2017 from Taryn DeCiccoThis article was originally posted at: http://www.apple-a-day-clinic.com/Health_and_Nutrition_Blog?m8:post=what-s-better-for-you-is-also-better-for-the-environment-9-things-you-can-do-about-climate-change Author, Jeff McMahon recently published this topic in Forbes. I agree with his ...
Views: 1158 - A Healthy Beach Trip - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowBeach time; as we begin to settle into the balmy temperatures and sunny days, summer just wouldn’t be summer without our trips to the beach or favorite watering spot. There’s nothing like floating around on an airbed, eating watermelon in the warm sun or feeling the sand between our toes. ...
Views: 1157(1 vote) - Advanced Training Concepts of the Lumbar Spine - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Sasha SibreeWe recently interviewed an acclaimed expert on training the lumbar spine. We asked him about some of the advanced training techniques. Here are some excerpts from the interview. Interviewer: I’ve heard you speak several times more recently on the concepts of super stiffness and pulsing. ...
Views: 1157 - All Doctors of Physical Therapy in California - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2012 from Todd MaxtedCalifornia State Universities (CSU) are this year offering a Doctor of Physical Therapy program (DPT) as the Masters of Physical Therapy program (MPT) is fast becoming a thing of the past. This article will outline those universities making the switch and which State Universities in California ...
Views: 1157 - Benefits of CBD Oil - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2018 from Usama MalikNature has granted us with lots of things which we can use to improve our health. And CBD Oil is one of them. CBD is the short form of Cannabidiol. In this article, I am going to discuss the 6 benefits of CBD Oil. 6 Benefits of CBD Oil Epilepsy Many studies have shown that this oil ...
Views: 1157 - Do you Need Help in Writing Your Psychology Dissertation - by Submitted on May 15, 2012 from Rose TylerLooking for ideas for a rocking theme for thesis? Want a topic that is better than all your colleagues? I have conjured up the best topics you could easily choose from and start you work… Here you go! Selecting the correct topic is the most important first step of writing a thesis. ...
Views: 1157 - Fibromyalgia Causes - The Causes Of Fibromyalgia - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2008 from JD DeanThere are a number of possible causes for fibromyalgia but the reality is, an absolute concrete cause is yet to be determined. In many respects, fibromyalia cause is still very much a mystery. It's one of the reasons a cure hasn't been established. After all, how can you cure something when you ...
Views: 1157 - HEART ATTACK: MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2011 from John LaurusonisHEART ATTACK: MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION No one wants to think about heart attack. It’s the boogey man that causes more deaths worldwide than any other medical condition. In the U.S. alone there are 1.2 million heart attacks every year: somewhere around 25% to 30% end in fatality. Around 20% of ...
Views: 1157(1 vote) - How Do You Know When You Have Bronchitis? - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2012 from Lauba SaraBronchitis can be a manageable but agonizing as well as uneasy medical problem that could be best held back at any cost! It's a good idea to recognize one of the most popular breathing illness signs or symptoms, specifically throughout cold and also winter flu time in order that when you get ...
Views: 1157 - Is this popular medication causing your joint pain? - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2016 from Victor MarchioneMedications are intended to make us better. We go to see our doctor, we explain our symptoms, and they offer a diagnosis and a medication in hopes of fixing the problem. Some of us take medications temporarily, but many of us take medications for a chronic condition like diabetes. Recently, a ...
Views: 1157 - The Science of Hands-On Healing - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2008 from Seymour KoblinModern research in the field of Quantum Physics is shedding light on how Hands-On Healing works. Frequencies and vibrations originating in the brain may hold the answer to this age-old question. Brain Waves are vibrations that communicate to cellular receptors throughout the human body, which ...
Views: 1157 - 12 Natural Ways to Keep Teeth Strong - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2015 from Mark HenryHave you ever wondered what you would look like when you have no more teeth? If you don’t take proper care of those pearly whites, you won’t have to wait long to see what you would look like as an edentulous adult. Luckily, these 12 ways can help keep your teeth strong even without the expensive ...
Views: 1156 - Body mass index (BMI) inaccurate for determining health: Study - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2016 from Victor MarchioneBody mass index (BMI) is a measurement designed to determine if a person is healthy or not, but a UCLA-led study has found that relying on BMI is inaccurate. Some employers use BMI to determine how much an employee will cost them medical-wise, and some insurers will begin to charge individuals ...
Views: 1156 - Diagnosis And Treatment Of Sensorineural Deafness - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2012 from Jonathan EdwardsSensorineural deafness is also known as nerve deafness. This condition often results from various health conditions. This condition also accounts to about 99% of hearing problems. Although this condition is considered as idiopathic, researchers believe that there are certain conditions that can ...
Views: 1155 - How to Tell if a "Green" Cleaning Product is Actually Green - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Daniel RothschildWhile I wrote an article describing how to tell which green cleaning solutions are the best (How to Know Which Green Cleaning Products Are Best?) That article mentioned things to look for on a non-technical level (such as making sure that cleaning products that advertise themselves as being ...
Views: 1155(1 vote) - Menopausal Women - and Lepidium Meyenii (Macca) - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2007 from Ivan HinceIt’s a fact of life that women suffer with the menopause at that certain time of life. Some are as young as 30 years old, while others are considerably older. The hot flashes, the mood swings, the depression are just a few of the side affects. Until the last few decades the only alternative ...
Views: 1155 - Qualities Of Good Dental Fillings - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2008 from Sharon BellYou have a cavity that needs to be repaired. To do this, your dentist will clean the area and cover it up with a dental filling. But the choices are numerous: teeth can be filled with gold, porcelain or silver amalgam among others. Which one is best for you? Choosing the right dental filling ...
Views: 1155 - Weight loss and healthy fat diet improve cholesterol - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2016 from Victor MarchioneWeight loss and consumption of healthy fats as seen in theMediterranean diet – olive oil, fish, etc. – have been found to help improve cholesterol numbers. Moreover, the results were found to be high in women, specifically women who are insulin-resistant. In the U.S., 28 percent of American ...
Views: 1155 - 7 SCINTILLATING BENEFITS OF HIRING IN-HOUSE MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONISTS - by Submitted on May 02, 2012 from Jason GayaMedical Transcriptionist is one of the most demanding jobs present in the market. With the help of Medical Transcription services, medical practitioners can lessen their burden of electronic documentation for all patient records. But the major question that the medical practitioners face ...
Views: 1154