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- Internet Pornography IS Addiction - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2014 from Estelle GoldsteinI have seen them. Men, who sit in my office and tell me they are addicts to internet pornography. They describe symptoms that have long been regarded as markers of addiction. Dependence — They start feeling poorly, maybe even depressed, if they don’t get their regular quota of ...
Views: 1428 - How Healthcare Professionals Play A Major Role In Medical And Hospital Industry? - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2014 from Eijasr TauHave you ever wondered who assists you when you are bedridden in a hospital? Of course, at home it would be your loved ones and family, but there are people who get administrated themselves in hospitals and clinics. In such cases, there are individuals who are often found in the hospital bed ...
Views: 1108 - How to Recover from Your Car Accident Physically, Emotionally, and Financially - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2014 from Anica OaksIf you were involved in a motor vehicle collision, it was the fault of another party, and you were injured, you're probably eligible for damage compensation. Since every person is unique, every case is unique too. Of course, under the no-fault provisions of ICBC, your medical expenses should be ...
Views: 1597 - Traumatic Head Injury: Symptoms and Recovery Process - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2017 from Leon EdwardTrauma head injury occurs when the head is subject to a blow or a wound. When a person suffers a trauma head injury, it should be assumed that the brain is also affected. Because of this, it's imperative that any traumatic head injury be evaluated by a medical professional as soon as ...
Views: 2475 - We Can Fix This Vaccination Bit - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2014 from Estelle GoldsteinIf I haven’t convinced everyone yet, I don’t know how. I have written on this before. Vaccination keeps kids alive. Kids who could die dead as door nails from preventable diseases. Vaccination has very few side effects. All kids should get them (except for specific and quite rare ...
Views: 1178 - Internet Pornography IS Addiction - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2014 from Estelle GoldsteinI have seen them. Men, who sit in my office and tell me they are addicts to internet pornography. They describe symptoms that have long been regarded as markers of addiction. Dependence — They start feeling poorly, maybe even depressed, if they don’t get their regular quota of ...
Views: 1567 - The revolutionary new therapy against substance abuse and depression - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2014 from ivan martinezNAD is a cellular coenzyme derived from nicotinic acid (Niacin) . Its main function is the production of energy in all cells. One of the most important aspects of NAD therapy, is the vast amount of ailments which can be used to heal - Cancer , Chronic Fatigue Syndrome , AIDS , Parkinson's ...
Views: 1347(1 vote) - 4 Critical Lifelines If You are Disabled in a Car Accident - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2014 from Anica OaksA car accident can cause serious injuries that lead to short or long term disability. Disabled victims can rely on several critical lifelines in order to recover financially. Government Disability Benefits Individuals who have become disabled after a car accident can qualify for government ...
Views: 1055 - Invasive vs. Non-Invasive Vision Correction Techniques - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2014 from Anica OaksWhen it comes to your ocular health and vision options, you usually have several options for your specific condition. Depending on your needs and specific issue, you may be given the choice of invasive methods or noninvasive. While your optometrist or ophthalmologist can advise you of the ...
Views: 1414 - Meet Dr. Receptacle - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2014 from Estelle GoldsteinI first learned that I was a “receptacle personality” in Baltimore, Maryland. I was serving our fine country in the US Army Medical Corps as psychiatrist to the 82nd Airborne Division in Ft. Bragg. NC There was some sort of a training group there that all of the other active duty ...
Views: 1380 - Breast Cancer and PEMF Therapy - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukSince many anticancer therapies are very general in their action of killing cancer cells and have dramatic side effects, different, effective, yet less toxic, approaches to treating cancers are necessary. I previously reported on a study that looked at the use of pulsed electric fields on ...
Views: 11883 - Dangers of Energy Drinks - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2014 from Estelle GoldsteinPeople are not wired the same. Individual differences are the spice of life and medicine. I love people, their verbal discourses, because they are so delightfully individual. To me, the biggest problem with medicine is something I actually never heard anybody else discuss. I call it ...
Views: 1543 - The Ultimate Gift…Life! - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2014 from Womens Recreation, Inc.From that very first time that I went into a DMV, I knew that I wanted to be an organ donor. There was a little box that you had to mark for it to appear on your license. Reflecting back on it now, that little box seemed to be so trivial at the time, but it is so important. Sure, you’ve waited ...
Views: 1236 - Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy - A Look under the Hood - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2014 from Chimerenka DonaldThe human body we know is the most complex piece of machinery known to man. Try as he may, man has not been able to fully explain every aspect of this complex machine. There are many different components that make the human body function with precision and accuracy. One of these components are ...
Views: 1061 - Prostate Hyperplasia or Enlarged Prostate (BPH) - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukProstate hyperplasia, also known as benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH), is a fairly common problem for men. It can lead to urinary obstruction, often considered a medical emergency, if severe enough. Biopsy proven BPH increases from 8 percent in men aged 31-40, to 40-50 percent in men aged 51 to ...
Views: 10718(1 vote) - Celebrate Freedom from Rx Drugs; You Can Be Your Own Doctor If You Know the Cause; Most MDs Don’t - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2014 from Richard RuhlingSummary: Medical textbooks are filled with diseases of “unknown etiology,” and if they don’t know the cause, how can the drug be the cure? Hippocrates was right–”Let your food be your medicine.” For 40 years the drug industry has made trillions calling medical care ‘healthcare,’ creating the ...
Views: 1519 - “Listening to Prozac” and What People Really Want - by Submitted on May 24, 2014 from Estelle GoldsteinI was in my specialty training when I read Peter D.Kramer’s “Listening to Prozac.” I remember thinking he was articulate and observant and all kinds of wonderful things, riding the cusp of a great change in psychiatry, doubting him to be a “real” scientist who would hang out at a meeting of ...
Views: 1342 - EMF Effects on Melatonin Production - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukHealthy young and middle-aged adults generally secrete about 5 to 25 micrograms of melatonin each night. This amount tends to decline with age, and this decline is possibly linked with an age-related rise in sleep difficulties. What is Melatonin, Really? Melatonin is sometimes described as ...
Views: 12012(1 vote) - Acetaminophen Safety and Toxicity - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukAcetaminophen (like Tylenol) reduces fever and relieves pain. It doesn’t reduce swelling like nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) do, but it is gentler on the stomach and is less likely to cause other side-effects that NSAIDs can cause. When taken correctly and carefully, they can be ...
Views: 11268 - How Holistic Doctors Are Making Healthcare More Affordable And Better - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumHere’s a little secret when it comes to the medical field . . . While conventional doctors can talk to you about drugs and surgery, few are equipped to talk about health and wellness. For this reason, a growing number of people consult with holistic doctors as well. Holistic medical ...
Views: 1145 - Doctor Says There Is Way Too Much Focus On The Fat Content Of Foods - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2013 from Richard ClarkeThere was an interesting article I read recently online titled: Saturated Fat Heart Disease ‘Myth’. It is great to see the truth about saturated fat finally making the news. If you have read some of my previous articles you might know that I am a big advocate of eating all types of natural ...
Views: 1734 - How to Spot Cancer and Kidney Disease Early through Urine - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2013 from Junji TakanoThe color of your urine can be considered one of the barometers in determining your overall physical condition. For example, a darker urine color can indicate that you are dehydrated. Urine color also tends to be darker (usually dark yellow) after a strenuous exercise. However, did you know ...
Views: 3670(2 votes) - The Billions of Dollars Surgery Hoax - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2013 from Sonny JuliusToday the billions of dollars spent on surgery is a real hoax. Many times a person’s illness can be solved without surgery. So many unnecessary surgeries have even been called an epidemic. Many surgeries have even maimed or killed patients. There have been stories of doctors even mistakenly ...
Views: 1479 - New “Tests” for ADHD - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2013 from Laurie Dupar“I think I have ADHD,” a client told me. “I seem to have all the symptoms! But, is there a test? How can I know for sure?” Wanting and expecting their to be a physical “test” for ADHD is something that seems to come at a time in our medical history when many of the scientific advancements ...
Views: 3532 - The Speech That Made An Unwilling Addict Go To Rehab - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2013 from Estelle GoldsteinI found myself facing a person who had lost themselves in drug abuse. Not so unusual — when dealing with public health clinics. The prognosis is usually poor. An addict won’t cooperate with treatment unless forced by the courts in most cases. Here is what I said to one mental health ...
Views: 1684 - Why Soldiers Commit Suicide These Days - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2013 from Estelle GoldsteinThe current rate of suicide among soldiers should make us angry, maybe enough to destroy our computers or, heaven forbid, write to congress or even try to stop war. I checked out this institution¸ the National Center for Veterans Studies, the best I could. I am not sure why the Department of ...
Views: 1368 - How to Distinguish Between PMS and PMDD - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2013 from Tali Shenfieldby Dr. Tali Shenfield, Clinical Psychologist Premenstrual syndrome or PMS is widely known, but often misunderstood by the general public. In spite of medical evidence to support the validity of both the physical and psychological changes that occur as a result of PMS, the effects of this ...
Views: 13189(2 votes) - Negative Reaction to Good News... How Can That Be? - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2013 from Laurie MillerYou would think that when dealing with a medical crisis that good news about your health would alleviate stress and anxiety. Personally, I was very surprised that after the initial elation of good news, a "down" feeling set in. It was almost like the good news was too much. It seemed like an odd ...
Views: 1204 - Environmental Pollution and Pain Medications - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukI was struck by a recent article in Integrative Medicine regarding the incredible environmental risks we are creating with the huge volume of pharmaceuticals being used to manage pain. Consider that, according to the Institute of Medicine, there are probably close to 110 million Americans with ...
Views: 11138(1 vote) - Any Exercise Is Better Than No Exercise - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2013 from Dr. Michael L. HallExercise is any physical activity that gets your body moving, and when it comes to exercise any exercise is better than no exercise. The latest publication on this topic from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans that states ...
Views: 2005 - Focusing on Low Penis Sensitivity – How it May Make the Problem Worse - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2013 from John DuganMen with low penis sensitivity rates may awaken each morning with the same question thrumming in their minds: "Is it better today?" As the day goes on, they may sneak away from business meetings, family gatherings and other social opportunities in order to drop trou and check out their ...
Views: 1234(1 vote) - Why I Have Not and Will Not Take Tamiflu - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2013 from Estelle GoldsteinThis story does not start with “I was minding my own business, surfing the internet.” I was seeing a deeply suffering patient with terminal cancer and I was sneezing. I have a bunch of seasonal allergies and I treat them naturally with Quercetin and related compounds, a bioflavonoid, ...
Views: 1595 - Goiter is Caused Mainly Due to Iodine Deficiency - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2013 from Oindrila DasGoiter is a thyroid disease which mainly occurs due to deficiency of iodine and also hormonal imbalance in the body. There are no symptoms as such. Goiter is a type of disease in which the thyroid gland of the individual swells and as a result, it also causes the swelling in the neck and the ...
Views: 1248(1 vote) - Is The Link Between Fish Oil & Cancer Genuine? - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2013 from Richard ClarkeAs a big advocate of fish and fish oils I was surprised to see a research study all over the media recently saying – that omega 3 fatty acids (like the oil found in fish) can cause prostate cancer in men. I feel the need to respond and clear up any confusion. Today we will look a little ...
Views: 1867 - The 3 Most Surprising Facts that Cause Food Poisoning - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2013 from Junji TakanoDuring times of hot humid climate, everyone is worried about food poisoning. Simple and common-sense preventive measures like hand washing and proper preparation of foods will help prevent food poisoning. Another common measure to prevent food poisoning is by heating or cooking ...
Views: 1662(1 vote) - Top Body Parts That Plastic Surgery Can Totally Revamp - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2013 from Mark SchwartzIf you have plans for reconstructive or cosmetic plastic surgery, it is very important that your doctor is a skilled, qualified and experienced plastic surgeon. A minimum of five years of experience of performing various plastic surgeries make a surgeon uniquely accomplished to perform the ...
Views: 950 - Causes of Toenail Fungus And How To Get Rid Of It - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2013 from Ewen ChiaAre you aware of the causes of toenail fungus? Knowing the causes can certainly help you with getting rid of it. You can treat the symptom from the surface, but I personally believe that it is more effective to treat them from the root. Keep reading what I have to share with you today to get the ...
Views: 1669 - How to Get Rid of Mites, Mold, and Athlete's Foot during Rainy Season - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2013 from Junji TakanoMold, athlete's foot, and mite are the three most common problems during wet season. In fact, you can call them the "villainous trio" of the rainy season. In this article, we'll feature you great tips on how you can counteract all of these problems easily. ## How to Get Rid of Grain ...
Views: 2018(1 vote) - How To Treat Cold Sores And Fever Blisters - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2013 from Brad NearIf you see or feel small blisters on your lip and/or around your mouth you could very well have a fever blister or cold sore. Examine the reddened area. You may find small blisters that are cracked or leaking a clear fluid and then, hopefully, scab over in just a few days. Medically, they are ...
Views: 1556 - Finding Treatment For Your Diabetes - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2013 from Ruth JacksonThese days there are more people struggling to find the right diabetes treatment that won't only better their health but also fight the disease itself. Many times, the best options for treatment are a combination of choices that individually address different causes for that disease. If you ...
Views: 1247 - How Traditional Herbal Remedies Might be able to Help Your Health - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2013 from Lynn HarriettHerbal remedies have been around for literally thousands of years. Very common for generations in the Far East, many of the most successful Herbal remedies have begun to become more and more accepted in the West. Now, many of these herbs are commonly used for treatments, whereas in the past, ...
Views: 717 - Gout Treatment? What Are the Common Medications Associated With It? - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2013 from Ray T KnudgetWhen you go to the doctor and get treatment for your gout symptoms, they will normally prescribe you the usual medications. These usual medications will be to relieve your gout pain, reduce the inflammation and swelling, and reduce the uric acid levels in the blood. This is to prevent further ...
Views: 1588 - Diagnostic Testing in New Heaven Is Very Necessary in Physiotherapy - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2013 from Alysha SandraDiagnostic testing is very important and inexplicable parameter which helps in evaluating the significance of diagnostic testing which may make clear the essence of proper medical analysis to inhibit the probability of complete biological health and conditioning. These test help physicians ...
Views: 871 - Physiotherapy sports injury: Treatment that builds strength and relieves pain - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2013 from Rollin SableExercising like moving the body in a specific way also brings relief to the affected area. Physiotherapy sports injury might take some time but it brings lasting relief from pain and suffering. Physiotherapy sports injury treatment works on four fronts that are prevention, recovery, pain ...
Views: 766 - How To Remove Nail Fungus The Natural Way - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2013 from Ewen ChiaAre you tormented by how ugly your nails look? I bet you probably hate to see how yellow your nails look. That could be a case of having fungus on your nails. Well today, I will be sharing with you how you can remove nail fungus the natural way. You see, I used to suffer from that in the past, ...
Views: 1822 - The Dangers of Being an Uninformed Consumer - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2013 from Zen-Jay ChuangDo you pay attention to the medications you take? Do you know when to take them, how much to take and other foods or medications with which they may interact? Do you know a medication that is easily obtained over-the-counter can be even more dangerous than one that requires a prescription from ...
Views: 2583 - ADHD Medication Vacation? - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2013 from Laurie DuparSummertime is just around the corner, and Lynn is wondering what to do about her son’s ADHD meds. “He really needs them for school, and the medication has calmed him down a lot, but some people have told me they take their kids off medication in the summer. I‘m not sure what to do!” Lynn is ...
Views: 4036 - Periodontal Disease Influencing Psoriasis - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2013 from Piero PolicicchioFrom time to time, we may wonder if one disease in the body may cause another disease to crop up. It may seem strange how some seemingly unrelated diseases are linked, but as more and more research is done, we find those links do exist. Take psoriasis, an autoimmune disease (as is rheumatoid ...
Views: 1252 - Hair loss pattern in man and woman - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2013 from devendra rathoreWhile the male receding hairline has been mostly in style, there area unit few WHO will acknowledge feminine phalacrosis too. There has been an explicit rise, in range of ladies full of hair loss of this type; nearly ninety five per cent of the entire range of cases registered. type} of hair ...
Views: 1430(1 vote) - Muscle weakness in legs or lower extremities - by Submitted on May 30, 2013 from devendra rathoreOur legs area unit the supporting pillars of our body. They not solely facilitate in locomotion, however additionally support the complete weight of the body. just like the remainder of the body elements, the legs also are richly furnished blood vessels and muscles, that provide the leg its ...
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