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- Health care don’t: Canola oil! - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2015 from Victor MarchioneCooking. Whether we love it or not, it’s something everyone has to do sooner or later. Microwave meals just aren’t the answer to good eating or good health! And whether you are a chef or just getting by when it comes to food preparation, frying something up in a pan is done by almost ...
Views: 715 - Working the night shift? You may be at risk of type 2 diabetes - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2015 from Victor MarchioneIn America, odds are you’re at risk of diabetes. That’s a fact. And what if your job was putting you at even higher risk for the disease? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that 29.1 million Americans have diabetes. Of those, 8.1 million of them are undiagnosed, just ...
Views: 924 - Rheumatoid arthritis affects the heart, natural remedies for rheumatoid arthritis - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2015 from Victor MarchioneIf you’re over the age of 40, you’re at an increased risk of rheumatoid arthritis. An autoimmune disease, rheumatoid arthritis affects small joints like the ones found in your fingers and toes. Inflammation occurs between the joints often causing pain and swelling. Because rheumatoid arthritis ...
Views: 1042 - How to Improve Digestion Naturally - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2015 from Victor MarchioneFeeling a little nauseous because you’re nervous about seeing your doctor? Really, who wants to be probed or prodded while wearing an ill-fitting gown? It doesn't rate high on our list of favorite things, either, although we know it’s important. But how we feel about things can be revealed by ...
Views: 776 - 6 factors to help you live to 100, the secret to living to 100 - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2015 from Victor MarchioneThe life expectancy rate in the United States sits just below 79-years-old. This is nowhere near the small state of Monaco, which has the highest life expectancy – 89.73 years. For years, people have been trying to unravel the secrets to living a long life. Thanks to new research, more light has ...
Views: 1074 - Get healthier, fuller eyelashes naturally - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2015 from Victor MarchioneLadies, when you bat your eyelashes don’t you wish they fluttered like a butterfly? (Just admit it, there’s no shame in a little vanity!) Long, thick, healthy eyelashes are definitely something to be desired. And useful, too. Eyelashes help to protect your eyes from particles in the air, like ...
Views: 794 - 6 Best cell regeneration foods - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWe are living, breathing creatures capable of self-healing in so many ways. Nothing brings this notion home more than human cell regeneration and a field of medicine exploring stem cells and the cell regeneration impact factor. What is regenerative medicine all about, anyhow? Every single one ...
Views: 2613 - Aspartame vs. Sugar – Is One Any Better? - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2015 from Victor MarchioneIf you’re focused on weight loss, counting calories may be something that you’re familiar with. In an effort to limit calories, most people cut out fast food and junk food. Many people turn to artificial sweeteners such as aspartame instead of sugar as another way to reduce calories. Which is ...
Views: 1000 - Feeling stressed? 3 techniques for quick relief - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2015 from Victor MarchioneYou forgot to pick up the dry cleaning. You left the stove on when you left the house. You completely forgot about a coming occasion and now triple-booked yourself! What do all of these things have in common? They all produce stress. These are just some examples, among a slew of others, which ...
Views: 871 - Are E-Cigarettes Safe? - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2015 from Victor MarchioneSmoking leads to one thing and one thing only: Poor health. Smoking cigarettes has been shown to impact all the body’s major systems – cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive – and lead to many forms of cancer. Smoking causes one in five deaths in America, according to the Centers for Disease ...
Views: 1299 - Constipated? Diarrhea? Try these 4 foods - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWhat’s really behind your bathroom troubles? When it comes to our digestive system, we like to focus on the stomach. But the stomach is only the beginning of the digestive system. An often overlooked part of the digestive system is the colon, the final part of the process. But the colon ...
Views: 834 - Potential cause of Alzheimer’s Disease, Alzheimer’s Research - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2015 from Victor MarchioneUp until now, causes of Alzheimer’s have only been speculated. Current ideas surround genetic, environmental and lifestyle factors. One thing is for certain, though, Alzheimer’s disease has a huge impact on the brain – killing brain cells which leads to memory loss and impaired ability to ...
Views: 1312 - Why you may not be as healthy as you think - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2015 from Victor MarchioneIf I were to ask you if you were healthy, you would answer based on how you’re currently feeling. So if you weren’t coughing, sneezing, dizzy or have a headache, you would probably say you were quite healthy. But having symptoms to an illness isn’t necessarily the only way to measure your ...
Views: 918 - Seniors, the one thing to be mindful of this summer - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWho doesn’t enjoy warmer weather? You can get outside and play with the grandkids, or tend to your garden and watch your flowers bloom. Whatever your pleasure, there’s no doubt that warm days mean more time outdoors. But as the temperatures begin to rise and the days get longer, you still ...
Views: 824 - Natural remedies to cure sore throat - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2015 from Victor MarchioneDid you ever wake up in the middle of the night with the feeling that someone dumped a load of hot coals down your throat? Or do you get that stinging sensation when you try to swallow – you know, the signal that another cold is on the way? A sore throat is no picnic. A sore throat and cough ...
Views: 921 - Computer vision syndrome: Smart tips to beat smartphone stress - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2015 from Victor MarchioneYou get up in the morning and check your email, the latest news and the weather forecast. Then you spend your day on and off your smartphone and computer, and make time to relax in front of the TV. Well, all that screen time is taking a toll on your eyes. The new epidemic in America? Computer ...
Views: 968 - Can mouthwash give you a heart attack? - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWake up, roll out of bed and head to the bathroom. Brush your teeth, floss and finish with some mouthwash. Stop right there! That last part in that sequence could be increasing your risk of heart attack, according to research. But before we uncover possible harmful effects of mouthwash, let’s ...
Views: 1069 - Diabetic neuropathy: Natural remedies and TLC - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2015 from Victor MarchioneNumbness or tingling in your legs or feet? Are you more sensitive to touch these days? If you’re diabetic, these are symptoms of diabetic neuropathy. The condition is a type of nerve damage caused by high blood sugar. It can injure nerves throughout the body, but it’s most common in your ...
Views: 953 - 10 Tips and natural remedies to beat the bloat - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2015 from Victor MarchioneYour pants won’t button, your stomach has grown in size and you just feel so sluggish you barely want to leave the house. What are we talking about? Bloating. Maybe you ate too much or maybe something you ate just isn’t sitting right, whatever the cause, one thing is for sure – bloating is ...
Views: 711 - The simple beverage swap to reduce risk of diabetes - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWe all know we should be drinking water throughout our day, but a lot of us are still grabbing a can or bottle of soda. It’s no secret that Americans like their soda. But sugary beverages – top-selling sodas included – have come under a lot of scrutiny in the last while because they’ve been ...
Views: 882 - Unusual signs of stroke in women - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2015 from Victor MarchioneLet’s set the record straight: Stroke isn’t just a health risk for men. According to the National Stroke Association, annually 55,000 more women are dying of stroke than men, making it the third leading cause of death for women. This may seem alarming – men generally partake in unhealthy ...
Views: 766 - Mushrooms to help you look and feel younger - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2015 from Victor MarchioneMagic mushrooms can do some amazing things. No, not just those kind of things! Some do contain natural psychedelic chemicals, but there are many mushrooms whose botanical magic lies in the amazing things they can do for your health. Even celebrities are using mushrooms as an anti-aging secret ...
Views: 939 - 7 Health benefits of quinoa - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2015 from Victor MarchioneThe buzz surrounding quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wah) doesn’t seem to be slowing down. Quinoa has been hailed a superfood and for good reason, too. Its high protein and fiber content, along with being gluten-free, has given it quite the star power. What is quinoa? Quinoa, botanically speaking, ...
Views: 912 - Key to healthy heart? You need this one crucial thing - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2015 from Victor MarchioneThere’s more to the necessities of life than food and water… Oxygen is the most important gas our bodies require to function and for us to live. We breathe it in and oxygen is carried throughout the body through our cells so that we can keep breathing, keep our heart beating and carry on ...
Views: 605 - Right remedy for the right bug: 7 types of cough - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWe all do it, and often we do it at some of the most inappropriate times, like when everyone else is quiet at weddings – you know just when the bride is about to say “I do” – out comes that loud bark of a cough from our mouth. But why do we cough and what can we do about coughing? Taking a ...
Views: 647 - Pesticides harm men’s health, Unhealthy health foods - by Submitted on May 31, 2015 from Victor MarchioneDark chocolate, avocados, bananas, hot chilies…What you eat plays a large role in your sexual health. A healthy diet, along with certain food aphrodisiacs like the ones I mentioned here, can increase libido, promote blood flow and provide us with energy to get down to business. However, diet ...
Views: 819 - Choosing an Energy Bar, Facts and Myths of Energy Bars - by Submitted on May 31, 2015 from Victor MarchioneOur busy lives take energy! We need energy to work, we need energy to perform activities, heck we even need energy for socializing. As you can seem a lot of our energy becomes depleted by outside sources. Sometimes, we don’t have the time to sit down and have a nutritious meal and so we reach ...
Views: 2664 - 7 Reasons you should eat more raisins - by Submitted on May 29, 2015 from Victor MarchioneBest part of your trail mix? Is it the nuts, seeds, shredded coconut (unsweetened, please!) or those plump juicy raisins? We know the unsalted nuts, seeds and coconut are great for our health, but those delicious bites of chewy goodness – raisins – pack quite a nutritional punch as well. So ...
Views: 889 - MIND diet to prevent Alzheimer’s disease - by Submitted on May 29, 2015 from Victor MarchioneMIND diet to reduce Alzheimer’s diseaseAs we age, the threat of developing Alzheimer’s disease increases. Although the cause of Alzheimer’s disease is still unknown, researchers are working diligently to uncover more information to combat this life-changing illness. What we do know is there ...
Views: 863 - Detox your liver with these 6 foods - by Submitted on May 29, 2015 from Victor Marchionefoods to detox your liverWhat performs 500 different functions, weighs about three pounds, can regenerate itself and ensure the body is toxic-free? Your liver! This highly important, but often overlooked organ is a powerhouse when it comes to the human body. With such a vital role, making sure ...
Views: 863 - Boost your Libido Naturally and Improve Sex with Sleep - by Submitted on May 28, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWhen you consider activities preformed in the bedroom, two come to mind: Sleeping and sex. They may not seem like they have much in common, besides the use of a bed, but the amount of sleep you get may actually determine how much sex you’re having. There are many benefits of sleep, from ...
Views: 875 - Deep Breathing Exercises for Asthma, Anxiety and Stress - by Submitted on May 27, 2015 from Victor MarchioneTake it one breath at a time. Modern life is full of stress and there’s no escaping it. Some experts say stress is the root of all illness – our rapid-pace, high-expectation lifestyle takes a running toll on our immune system. Sooner or later, we’re bound to get sick. We try to eat right, ...
Views: 1312 - Benefits of Potassium, How to Increase Potassium - by Submitted on May 27, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWhen it comes to good health, there are some essentials we can’t live without. For example, for out body to perform all it needs to do, it requires these essential minerals: Potassium, sodium, calcium, magnesium, sulfur, chlorine and phosphorus. When balanced, these seven essential minerals keep ...
Views: 2487 - Are you unknowingly rubbing these toxins into your body? - by Submitted on May 25, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWhat does your daily routine consist of? If you’re a woman, you may wake up, shower with some scented soap, apply a few layers of makeup and finish off with perfume. As a man, routines may be a bit simpler but still involve deodorant, body wash and other products. Routine is routine, and you ...
Views: 892 - Papaya: Why you should be eating this superfruit - by Submitted on May 25, 2015 from Victor MarchioneLooking for a fresh exotic fruit to add to your diet and take your salad bowl to the next level? Go tropical with the versatile papaya, the tender orange fruit with a soft, buttery consistency and a sweet, almost musky taste. Inside, you’ll also find the black, round seeds. They’re edible too, ...
Views: 868 - Plum health benefits: Naturally sweet nutrition - by Submitted on May 22, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWarmer weather brings in-season fruits and vegetables – and trips to your local farmer’s market are a must. Fruits, in particular, are an integral part of a healthy diet and when they are in season they are that much easier to enjoy. One fruit you should be eating more of is the humble and ...
Views: 2583 - Cashews: Handful (or two) a day keeps the doctor away - by Submitted on May 22, 2015 from Victor MarchioneNuts are certainly having a moment! All the enthusiasm comes from an onslaught of studies over the past decade showing nuts are no longer just snacks for baseball games – nuts are bona fide health food. Their most salient effect is heart attack prevention, and some studies suggest they help ...
Views: 2389 - Lonely And Depressed? 10 Steps To Beat Seasonal Affective Disorder - by Submitted on May 21, 2015 from Victor MarchioneFeeling a little blue? Lonely, listless and in your pajamas until noon? I can’t blame you. In some parts of North America, we’re in a record-breaking deep freeze. The days are short, dark and pretty darn cold and I feel as though I need to take up ice fishing to make the most of the season – if ...
Views: 897 - Lonely? How to make it work in your favor… - by Submitted on May 21, 2015 from Victor MarchioneI’ve often said that life is better shared. The things you do with family and friends can be the most memorable moments in your life. But there’s something to be said for carving out “alone time” or “me-time” to do something just for yourself. And as it turns out, alone time is good for your ...
Views: 821 - 5 Practical Tips For Developing a Healthy Body Image - by Submitted on May 21, 2015 from Ricky O' SheaDeveloping a healthy body image is one of the most important things you can do to maintain a healthy mindset. It all starts from how you think of yourself, and when it comes down to it, you must accept yourself for the person that you are. It can surely be tough though. You're constantly ...
Views: 858 - Detoxification and drainage - by Submitted on May 19, 2015 from Max CorradiAny agent, whether physical, chemical or microbial that adversely modifies or damages a balanced biological system is considered a ‘toxin’. Toxins may enter the body from the external environment (microbes, viruses, fungi, environmental, chemicals etc) through the gastrointestinal system by ...
Views: 1037 - The Five Stages of Teething and Symptoms - by Submitted on May 18, 2015 from Stella BrianKnowing the five stages of teething is very important if you are a dentist, especially a pediatric dentist in Vienna, VA. As long as all dentists and parents know what’s around the corner, this difficult process can be that much easier for everyone. It’s also important to know the symptoms ...
Views: 797 - How Effective Is an Amalgam Filling? - by Submitted on May 15, 2015 from Stella BrianCavity fillings are typically routine procedures for most patients and dentists alike. After all, the process is relatively simple. The patient walks in, the dentist’s assistant administers a local anesthesia, then the dentist fills the tooth, after which the patient can leave as usual. Most ...
Views: 714 - Best Protection for the Biting Surfaces of Teeth - by Submitted on May 15, 2015 from Stella BrianMany of us have had the unpleasant experience at one time or another of experiencing dental problems. Often, that generally means tooth decay leading to cavities that must be filled. However accidents are part of life as well. Teeth can get chipped or broken and need repair. Foods and drinks ...
Views: 845 - How to Find a Good Invisalign Provider - by Submitted on May 13, 2015 from Stella BrianAs braces become more popular, straight teeth are becoming more of a norm rather than a rarity especially among the younger generation. Every year, many children and adults alike visit an orthodontist to install metal braces that slowly shift their teeth into a more esthetically pleasing ...
Views: 875 - What Are Solutions to Tooth Decay? - by Submitted on May 13, 2015 from Stella BrianAs just about everyone knows, brushing and flossing are essential to maintaining a person’s oral hygiene. But not everyone may understand the true ramifications of poor oral hygiene. Learning not only the result of poor hygiene but also potential treatments (like fillings or inlays and onlays ...
Views: 858 - When is a Tooth Extraction Necessary? - by Submitted on May 13, 2015 from Stella BrianDentists take out teeth for many reasons. You could be in severe pain in a tooth because of an abscess. The tooth itself might be so decayed that it isn’t fixable. Pulling a tooth is never an easy decision, but sometimes, it’s necessary to protect your remaining teeth, gums and the bone in your ...
Views: 803 - When Do You Need Implants Instead of Fillings? - by Submitted on May 13, 2015 from Stella BrianTooth decay is a progressive dental problem that may lead to periodontal disease and tooth loss. However, many people are unable to detect tooth decay because of poor dental care and missed dental appointments. If the tooth decay has gotten severe, your dentist may recommend a number of ...
Views: 768 - What is Periodontology? - by Submitted on May 13, 2015 from Stella BrianPeriodontology is the study of a specialized system of the soft and hard tissues, which support your teeth. These tissues help to maintain the natural position of your teeth in your jaw. The periodontium, also known as the apparatus, functions by securely attaching your teeth to your jaw, acts ...
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