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- Write Your Book by Creating the Right Routines - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2016 from Kathleen GageIf you’re thinking of writing a book, one of the most beneficial things you can do (at least for most people) is have a writing routine. I’ve written several books, created countless information products and launched quite a few live trainings. All of this, and more, was accomplished by ...
Views: 1351 - How to treat thyroid with simple strategies - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2016 from Sagar MandanThe thyroid gland is a very important part of the body. It is responsible for secreting the thyroid hormone which regulates vital body functions such as heart rate, body weight, breathing, muscle strength, and lot more. It is a gland that is located at the base of the neck which works by storing ...
Views: 1141(1 vote) - Cancer & Alzheimer's May Be Prevented By Doing This - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2016 from Vinnie StevensThe top killers in America are heart disease, obesity, cancer, and Alzheimer’s disease. Want to know something interesting? All of these diseases are linked to insulin and leptin resistance. To put it more simply: there is an underlying problem that is caused by eating too many carbs and/or ...
Views: 931 - Some Great Diet Tips for Diabetics - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2016 from Harshad JethraHaving a meal together is one of the simple joys of life. On a more serious note, people are passionate about food. This happens to one, irrespective of his age. Younger children have a knack for desserts and are very often known to have a sweet tooth. As kids grow older, some of them ...
Views: 1432 - Virgin Coconut Oil - The Healthiest Dietary Oil On Earth - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2016 from Harshad JethraWe've all heard of coconut oil and its uses for cooking and skin care applications. But Virgin Coconut Oil is a term which might be new to many. Still there is a buzz about the Virgin Coconut Oil. And it's surprising to know that the oil has often been called the healthiest dietary oil on ...
Views: 1158 - Healthy Eating for Healthy Teeth - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2016 from Jane HurstThey say you are what you eat, and this old adage couldn’t be any truer. Not only does your diet affect your overall health, it also affects your oral health. Most of us know which foods to avoid in order to keep our teeth and mouths healthy. But, did you know that there are also certain foods ...
Views: 1386 - What Are The Dangers of Using Microwaves? - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2016 from Vinnie StevensAlmost everyone in the US has a microwave in the kitchen. It is a convenient appliance that seemingly makes our lives easier. You can defrost, reheat, or cook food in microwaves. Are we at all concerned about the dangers of microwaves, though? A lot of people use microwaves without thinking ...
Views: 791 - Different Types of Clinical Research Versus Medical Treatment - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2016 from Mike LeeMany health conditions are treated as a result of clinical research or with medical treatment. Clinical research is a branch of healthcare science that determines the effectiveness and safety of devices, medication, diagnostic products and treatment regimens for people. Such research is used for ...
Views: 1109 - Gymnedine - The Herbal Way to Get Over Diabetes - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2016 from Harshad JethraDiabetes is a condition which causes blood sugar levels in our bodies to be excessively high. And that could cause damage to our kidneys, eyes and heart. In some cases which are relatively rare, diabetes could even lead to a condition like stroke. What Causes diabetes? Insulin is ...
Views: 1364 - Quick fix for your vision problem - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2016 from Victor MarchioneTears give you good vision, protect your eyes from irritants and keep them healthy. Crying your eyes out can actually be good. Dry eyes on the other hand, make it more difficult to perform some activities, can cause damage to your corneas and decrease your vision. While dry eyes may not sound ...
Views: 725 - Hair Loss Prevention Tips and Treatments - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2016 from Jane HurstEven though bald is considered sexy nowadays, most men do not like the idea of losing their hair, especially prematurely. Luckily, there are several things that you can do that will help prevent hair loss, and there are plenty of great organic, home-made treatments you can use that work well and ...
Views: 1634 - Delhi Pain Management Centre: The Best Place to Heal Knee Pain - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2016 from jacklin jotWith regards to treating knee torment, there is a wide range of choices that are accessible. Knee Pain Treatment is critical in helping a large number of individuals either wipe out or adapt to their knee issue. It is urgent to build up a project that objectifies the foundation of their knee. In ...
Views: 1390 - Overactive bladder management using vacations and retreats - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2016 from Victor MarchioneWho doesn’t love to get away? Taking a break from our busy lives for some fun and relaxation can really improve our overall health. Unfortunately, though, an overactive bladder (OAB) may stand in the way of you and your vacation hotspot – up until now at least. Group therapy and meeting with ...
Views: 982 - Pulsatile tinnitus: Coping with ear ringing similar to heartbeat in ear - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2016 from Victor MarchioneUnlike regular tinnitus, which is ear ringing, pulsatile tinnitus can feel like a heartbeat in the ear. Pulsatile tinnitus is a rhythmic noise in the heart, which sounds similar to a heartbeat. If you were to check your heartbeat while experiencing pulsatile tinnitus, you would uncover that both ...
Views: 1281 - Cancer and Liars When “Talking All the Health Benefits” of Coffee - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2016 from Richard RuhlingA World Health Organization International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) report has reversed a 25-year-old categorization of coffee from a “possible carcinogen” to “inadequate evidence” that it causes cancer. (Mercola.com) They should have looked back 35 years to the New England Journal ...
Views: 1303 - New Color Blindness and Frequently Asked Questions - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2016 from Mike LeeColor blindness is the inability for one to see and identify colors when they come across items with multiple colors. If you’re suffering from color blindness, chances are you are not going to be able to different or distinguish when you’re handed a material having two or more colors. Seeing ...
Views: 1031 - Foods to avoid if you suffer from bladder leaks - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2016 from Victor MarchioneRoughly 25 million American adults suffer from some form of urinary incontinence, with up to 80 percent of them being women. Specifically, one in four women over the age of 18 experience involuntary bladder leaks. If you suffer from a leaky bladder, did you know that what you eat could be ...
Views: 693 - Defense Soap All Set To Blow Infant Skincare Market Of The Asia - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2016 from Evie DawsonAfter US, Defensesoap is now eying the markets of the east with its infant skincare products. It promises high quality skincare products for its youngest consumers. They say that the products are made with antimicrobial essential oils. It has collaborated with Greenville Converting LLD for ...
Views: 785 - The best way to eat to lower cholesterol - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2016 from Victor MarchioneDid you know that 28 percent of Americans over the age of 40 are taking cholesterol-lowering medication (statins)? With numbers so high, it’s clear that cholesterol is indeed a pressing issue. Although statins can go a long way to reduce cholesterol, they could perform way better if patients ...
Views: 732 - Yummy foods that won’t increase your cholesterol - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2016 from Victor MarchioneAre you avoiding eggs, cheese, and butter because your doctor said you have high cholesterol? Well, we have some good news for you, which may allow you to go back to eating your favorite foods once again. The new findings carefully analyzed the original study from the 1970s and found valuable ...
Views: 652 - Mucus in throat causes, symptoms, and natural home remedies - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2016 from Victor MarchioneThroat mucus, or phlegm, can be a result of allergies or a sore throat, but there are numerous reasons for throat mucus, revealing what is going on inside your body. Even when you are healthy, your body is constantly producing mucus – in fact, up to 1.5 liters a day. Most of the time, this mucus ...
Views: 1061 - Stomach pain after eating – causes and home remedies - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2016 from Victor MarchioneNothing is worse than enjoying a meal that is immediately followed up by stomach pains. Stomach pains after eating can be a nuisance, especially if you don’t know the underlying cause. There are numerous causes for stomach pains after eating, and many of them require a simple solution. It’s ...
Views: 943 - Best Oil Remedies for Acne Protection - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2016 from Cynthia WitsonMillions of people all over the world have to suffer issues of acne and pimples. There is a almost a ratio of 80 to 90 % young girls and boys suffering from acne and pigmentation issues in different patterns having different skin tones. Besides current studies, illustrate that the commonness of ...
Views: 984 - Eat Well, and You'd Be Healthy and Live Well! - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2016 from Harshad Jethra"We must have a pie. Stress cannot exist in the presence of a pie." - David Mamet, Boston Marriage At a very basic perspective, food is a must for life, but in essence, eating may be seen as one of the greatest joys of our existence. Eat well, and you'd be healthy and live well! But one ...
Views: 1054 - Nausea after eating: Causes and treatment - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2016 from Victor MarchioneNausea after eating and stomach pain can occur for numerous reasons. Identifying those causes can help you minimize the discomfort you experience after a meal. Nausea after eating can range from mild and temporary to severe and even chronic. In some cases, nausea after a meal can signal a ...
Views: 876 - Some Basic Lifestyle Changes That Let One Keep a Check on Hypertension - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2016 from Harshad JethraA large percentage of us are afflicted by hypertension, and it is a condition which calls for attention. Even while one has no symptom of hypertension, if one is ailing from the condition, it can lead to or aggravate secondary disorders, like heart attack and stroke. Some other health conditions ...
Views: 1143(1 vote) - 5 Helpful Tips to Prevent Nail Polish Chipping - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2016 from shrikrishna sawantHow often perhaps you have gotten a manicure only to own it chip a day later?! Want to discover how you possibly can make your manicure stay longer? Look no longer! Used to do only a little research and picked the brains of my local nail technicians to create you the 5 best ways to produce your ...
Views: 729 - Peptic ulcer (stomach ulcer) causes, symptoms, diet, and treatment - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2016 from Victor MarchionePeptic ulcer (stomach ulcer) is an open sore in the lining of the stomach, lower esophagus, or small intestine, typically resulting from inflammation caused by bacteria or erosion caused by stomach acid. There are three types of peptic ulcers: gastric, esophageal, and duodenal. The different ...
Views: 815 - AYURVEDA - HEALTHY LIVING ALONG WITH NATURE - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2016 from Dr. Vikram ChauhanAyurveda - Healthy living along with nature. We all are well aware of modern science. The symptoms of almost every health problems can be well managed with modern treatment. At the same time, there is a risk of side effects. Now what comes into mind? Is there any treatment that can handle the ...
Views: 940 - Is acute bronchitis contagious? - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2016 from Victor MarchioneAcute bronchitis is a temporary form of bronchitis caused by a virus – which means it cannot be treated with antibiotics. If you’re wondering if acute bronchitis is contagious, the answer is yes. Similar to influenza, acute bronchitis is transmitted person-to-person by droplets that are ...
Views: 837 - Clonus in involuntary muscle spasms, causes, tests, and treatment - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2016 from Victor MarchioneClonus is a condition that results in involuntary muscle spasms and most commonly affects the muscles at the end of a limb. Clonus can be a condition in itself, or it can be a symptom of another condition. Clonus mainly affects the knees, ankles, upper and lower arm muscles, and the jaw. ...
Views: 957 - Amazing Ways To Keep A Healthy Blood Pressure In Your Body. - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2016 from Evie DawsonHave you checked your blood pressure from last year? Do you know what your blood pressure ( hypertension) reading is? If you are a man over age 45 or a woman over age 55, high blood pressure is a condition you can't ignore. High blood pressure can lead to heart attack and strokes. Your blood ...
Views: 747(1 vote) - Severe psoriasis can be completely cleared with a new drug: Studies - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2016 from Victor MarchionePsoriasis, a relatively common skin condition that causes patches of thick, red skin with silvery scales, can be found on various parts of the body. For many people it can be mild, but others experience severe psoriasis, which can cause a great deal of stress and self-confidence problems. Now, ...
Views: 738 - Psoriatic arthritis vs. rheumatoid arthritis, differences in symptoms, causes, and treatments - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2016 from Victor MarchioneWhich is worse: Rheumatoid arthritis or psoriatic arthritis? Psoriatic arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are inflammatory conditions that cause joint pain and stiffness. The primary difference is the presence of a rash in psoriatic arthritis. The many similarities between the conditions make ...
Views: 861 - Common cold vs. flu (influenza), differences in symptoms, transmission, and treatment - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2016 from Victor MarchioneDistinguishing between the common cold and the flu (influenza) may be quite different as they do share many similar traits. Furthermore, a person can experience both a cold and the flu simultaneously, which can make diagnosis even more difficult. The best way to decipher between the common cold ...
Views: 951(1 vote) - Autism, schizophrenia, ADHD, and bipolar disorder risk in kids may be linked to older dads: Study - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2016 from Victor MarchioneAutism, schizophrenia, ADHD, and bipolar disorder risk in kids may be linked to older dads, according to research. American and Swedish researchers analyzed data from over 2.6 million Swedes. Men who fathered children after the age of 24 faced higher risks of having children with psychiatric ...
Views: 1342 - Ulcerative colitis and colon cancer risk linked to certain proteins and sugars produced by the body: Studies - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2016 from Victor MarchioneUlcerative colitis and colon cancer risk has been found to be linked to certain proteins and sugars produced by the body. Hepatocyte nuclear factor 4-alpha (HNF4-alpha) plays a role in both inflammatory bowel disease like ulcerative colitis and colon cancer. Transcription factors like HNF4-alpha ...
Views: 746 - Gluten-free diet is good for Celiac disease, but not necessarily healthy otherwise: Study - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2016 from Victor MarchioneToday, it’s difficult not to notice all the gluten-free products available in health food and grocery stores. There’s been an influx of books, magazine articles, and news segments, too – all of which have characterized gluten as a dietary villain. Yet, there is no evidence to support ...
Views: 706 - Is rheumatoid arthritis considered a disability? - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2016 from Victor MarchioneIs rheumatoid arthritis considered a disability? Well, if you ask someone with this condition, they would probably reply with “yes.” Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder and not a result of just normal wear and tear like in osteoarthritis. Patients with rheumatoid arthritis experience ...
Views: 999 - 7 Weeks to Mastering a Healthy Lifestyle - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2016 from Julie DohertyOptimal Health isn't just an absence of Disease But having a Body that is able to function efficiently in order for you to be able to Live the Life you are designed for and want to Live. Don't Let Optimal Health Escape YOU>>> Get on top of your Health & Vitality TODAY!!!! I have for you a ...
Views: 1340 - 5 Thing You Can Do To Keep Your Thyroid Healthy - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2016 from Vinnie StevensWhether you know it or not, your thyroid is one of the most important components of your body. Just like anything in the body, it functions better if it is healthy. What happens if it doesn't work like it should? Believe it or not, this is more common than you think. Roughly 20 million ...
Views: 737 - Sunscreen Benefits – Which One to Pick and Which Not to - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2016 from Sara BistonThere has been an increase in skin cancer cases during the recent years – coming at a time when the use of sunscreen has also rocketed. Sunscreen is usually applied as a form of protection against the harmful rays of the sun – I never send my daughter for outdoor activities without sunscreen. ...
Views: 1089 - Are these common habits harming your digestion? - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2016 from Victor MarchioneBloating, gas, cramps – these can all make your day highly uncomfortable. Worse yet, if you don’t know what’s causing your stomach distress, it can become that much more frustrating. It could be allergies or ulcers, but there are many other reasons why your stomach is crying out for help that ...
Views: 827 - Back pain getting worse? Could be depression - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2016 from Victor MarchionePain makes it difficult to enjoy your life. It makes it challenging to move, sleep and interact with friends, family and your neighbors. Beyond the actual pain itself, there may be gastrointestinal issues brought on by anti-inflammatory medication, too. In general, depression is the most ...
Views: 832 - 7 Brainiac Foods to Enhance Writing and Cognition - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2016 from Jane CoplandWe are all at risk of experiencing a drop in brain function and statistics have shown that as we get older, we are likely to face a reduction in our creative thinking process. And for writers, a reduction of one's cognitive powers could lead to creative stagnation—also known as a writer's ...
Views: 1337 - Pagophagia (addiction to ice) associated with iron deficiency anemia - by Submitted on May 29, 2016 from Victor MarchionePagophagia is an addiction to ice generally caused by an iron deficiency or anemia. Ice can be used to chill drinks. Its cold, crunchy texture is particularly refreshing on the hottest of days. Usually, we add some ice to a beverage, allow the beverage to cool and watch the ice melt. For some ...
Views: 1453 - Schizophrenia risk may be revealed by face reading, finger length - by Submitted on May 29, 2016 from Victor MarchioneSchizophrenia risk may be revealed by face reading and finger length according to research. The findings uncovered that deficits in emotional recognition may be a precursor to schizophrenia symptoms and may help identify those at highest risk to develop the mental disorder. There are criteria ...
Views: 1107 - Shocking: 73 percent of stroke patients are unaware of symptoms - by Submitted on May 25, 2016 from Victor MarchioneAccording to David Liebeskind, MD, professor of neurology, Director of Outpatient Stroke and Neurovascular Programs and Director of the Neurovascular Imaging Research Core at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, in no other medical condition (probably) is timely treatment as important as it is for ...
Views: 837 - Do this one thing for healthy blood pressure - by Submitted on May 25, 2016 from Victor MarchioneWhen it comes to lowering blood pressure naturally there are many lifestyle changes that can be made. For example, changing your diet, exercising regularly and reducing stress are all effective ways to lower your blood pressure. And now new research suggests another tactic that can help improve ...
Views: 931 - 5 home remedies to manage hypotension (low blood pressure) - by Submitted on May 25, 2016 from Victor MarchioneWe often talk about high blood pressure and hypertension, as that is a common ailment as we get older. Of course, rising blood pressure is a real health concern as it can contribute to many health complications. But low blood pressure, albeit discussed far less often, is also an important health ...
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