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- How to Avoid Constipation Emergencies and the ER Naturally - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2015 from Victor MarchioneThere are many ailments that can land you in the hospital – broken bones, a high fever that won’t break or blood in your stool. These are serious problems that can result in much more serious health concerns – no matter your age. But did you ever think not being able to go to the bathroom ...
Views: 899 - Health Benefits, Nutrition Facts, Making Kefir at Home - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2015 from Victor MarchioneYou can’t walk into a health food store without seeing promotional signs for probiotics. That’s because probiotics are considered one of the best things you can do for your digestion – right up there with stress relief and getting enough fiber and water to stay regular. Probiotics are found ...
Views: 849 - Natural remedies for seasonal allergies, symptoms of seasonal allergies - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2015 from Victor MarchioneTired of the congestion, itchy eyes and fatigue that plague you? Symptoms of seasonal allergies can really take the joy out of summer. While friends and relatives are attending barbecues and garden parties, you’re staying indoors, grumpy and sniffling. It shouldn’t be this way! You don’t have ...
Views: 833 - Recommended diet & herbs for diabetic neuropathy - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2015 from Dr. Vikram ChauhanDiabetic neuropathy is a group of nerve disorders caused by diabetes. Over the time diabetics may develop nerve damage throughout the body including heart, digestive tract and reproductive system. The risk of diabetic neuropathy increases with age, chronic diabetes, blood pressure, high ...
Views: 2053 - Foods that will Keep you Cool, Healthy Foods for Summer - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2015 from Victor MarchioneIt’s hot, it’s humid and sticky! Sometimes the days of summer can bring on serious heat and so the goal is to stay as cool as a cucumber to get by. There are numerous ways we can stay cool in the summer. From wearing lighter clothing, to dipping our toes in a pool these are just some effective ...
Views: 900 - Easy Ways to Get Rid of Wrinkles - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWrinkles are not only limited to the aged but nowadays the harsh environment in which live have promoted early skin aging leading to wrinkles and other related ailments. There are a few important nutrients which help your skin and maintaining a proper diet will also help. As we age, our skin ...
Views: 974 - Secrets Of The naturally Thin - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2015 from Peter KirwanA Quick Preamble: NATURALLY thin..? …you know the type i mean…those lean people you often see eating and drinking just about anything they like, while they claim they NEVER put on weight, no matter what they eat or drink…you know the ones, right..? The truth is, they’re very probably ...
Views: 996 - How They Created A Monster - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2015 from Peter KirwanA Quick Preamble: Yup, it’s absolutely true, wheat didn’t used to be so dodgy or so bad for your health…as a matter of fact, and because of pressure due to the increasing global population, as recent as the late 1900’s saw the start of the use of new technology and methodology for serious ...
Views: 1157 - Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD): Take back control - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2015 from Victor MarchioneStress is one thing most of us face in our hectic lives. But post-traumatic stress disorder (PSTD) is a disease of intense mental anguish from the kind of life or death trauma faced by soldiers in combat, a car crash, serious injury, sudden death of a loved one, or sexual violence. Trauma to ...
Views: 1181 - Whole Grains Benefits the Heart, Reduces Mortality - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2015 from Victor MarchioneTo live a long healthy life, food plays a main role. We know that fast-food and too much sugar are bad for us, and lean protein and vegetables are ideal. But there’s one food item that can actually reduce mortality – whole grains. Although bleached and white breads are not good for us, ...
Views: 831 - Leafy greens better than kale - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2015 from Victor MarchioneLeafy greens are the mascot for good health. Salads, sautees or smoothies, we should all be eating them in all their varieties to stay healthy. Kale has been getting the most buzz because of its high nutritional content. It’s packed with vitamins such as C, A and B-6, it also contains iron ...
Views: 797 - Signs and symptoms of epilepsy, types of epilepsy - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2015 from Victor MarchioneOne moment you can be completely fine, carrying on with your day, and in a split second it can all change. You convulse, you lose control and you begin to act quite differently. If this scenario only occurred to you once, you've likely experienced a seizure. But if it becomes a reoccurring ...
Views: 1128 - Anger and Heart Disease, Anger Management Tips - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2015 from Victor MarchioneYou burn your tongue on your morning coffee, someone cut you off in traffic – a near collision! – and your wife is late to meet you yet again. You’re upset, irritated and ready to knock someone into next week. OK, curb that anger. Count to 10 and take some deep breaths – for the sake of your ...
Views: 969 - Blood pressure numbers important for diabetics - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2015 from Victor MarchioneIf you’re diabetic, managing blood sugar is a main concern. It’s routine to check this before and after meals, a few times a day. Although monitoring blood sugar numbers is part of living with diabetes, there’s another number that diabetics should consider for their health. The other number ...
Views: 1046 - 5 Irritating Sayings About Meditation - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2015 from Peter KirwanA Quick Preamble: It’s been happening forever, is still happening now and will continue to happen …misinformation, poor education or training, ignorance or even just plain old-fashioned spite means meditation, along with certain foods, beverages and a whole load of other general ...
Views: 1278 - 5 Irritating Sayings About Meditation - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2015 from Peter KirwanA Quick Preamble: It’s been happening forever, is still happening now and will continue to happen …misinformation, poor education or training, ignorance or even just plain old-fashioned spite means meditation, along with certain foods, beverages and a whole load of other general ...
Views: 1272 - 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: 707 - 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: 917 - Lung Diseases Caused by Smoking - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2015 from Brett LeeLung illnesses are the absolute most regular medicinal conditions on the planet. A huge number of individuals experience the ill effects of lung malady in the U.S. Smoking, infections, and hereditary qualities are in charge of most lung infections. The lungs are a piece of an unpredictable ...
Views: 661 - The Shocking Lies Of Big Pharma - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2015 from Peter KirwanA Quick Preamble: I’ve said it plenty of times already and i’ll say it again now…drug companies and the medically trained definitely have their place – there are plenty of truly dedicated, super-ethical and ultra-caring medical professionals out there and i personally know several of them – ...
Views: 3196 - 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: 1034 - 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: 770 - The Natural Health Benefits Of Coffee - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2015 from Peter KirwanA Quick Preamble: It’s official and it’s brilliant news… about something i’ve always believed in and about something i’ve never intended giving up… Coffee, it’s a Super-Food…yay…!! OK, i may be a little prejudiced – because i totally adore coffee, always have and always will…so ...
Views: 1240 - 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: 788 - 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: 2603 - 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: 992 - 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: 863 - 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: 908 - 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: 816 - 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: 911 - 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: 956 - 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: 1060 - 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: 945 - 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: 706 - 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: 874 - My 5 Top Immune System Boosters - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2015 from Peter KirwanA Quick Preamble: Your immune system is truly fascinating in its’ complexity…it’s certainly one of the most complicated and hardest working systems of the amazing biological machine that we know as the human body – your body – but it can be quite delicate and is often easily stressed and even ...
Views: 1726 - 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: 932 - 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: 601 - 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: 639 - SWINE FLU - Prevention by Home & Herbal Remedies - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2015 from Dr. Vikram ChauhanSwine Flu is a viral disease caused by Swine influenza virus (which is of various types as H1N1, H1N2, H2N1, H3N1, H3N2, and H2N3). It is common amongst the pigs across the world. Normally it does not transmit humans. But if transmission does cause human flu, it is called zoonotic swine flu. ...
Views: 1406 - 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: 858 - 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: 853 - Health Benefits of Berries, Healthy Berry recipes - by Submitted on May 28, 2015 from Victor MarchioneColorful, bit-size and oh-so sweet, berries are delicious and highly beneficial. They may be small in size, but berries really pack a punch when it comes to improving your health. And there is a berry out there for everyone, with different textures, flavors and dessert possibilities! Some ...
Views: 1046 - 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: 863 - Four Easy Steps to Improve Your Memory - by Submitted on May 24, 2015 from Julie DohertyStudies have shown that not only brain performance but memory improved after completing the four step program daily for three months. Incorporating these four easy steps with aerobic physical activity you will notice a mark able difference in your memory and brain function. By altering your ...
Views: 1697 - Healing Ulcers and Colitis Naturally - by Submitted on May 19, 2015 from Cara NicoleUlcers are painful and debilitating conditions that silently affect thousands. Ulcers can cause pain anytime of the day with no forewarning or trigger. The pain can start as a gnawing feeling and eventually exacerbate to a burning sensation making eating agonizing. The pain may come and go and ...
Views: 1066 - What to do if you have a Cold or Flu! - by Submitted on May 13, 2015 from Julie DohertyWhat is a Cold/Flu? Colds and flu are distinct and separate upper respiratory infections, triggered by different viruses. (Outdoor environment - drafts, wetness, temperature changes, etc. do not cause either of these illnesses.) The flu is more serious, because it can spread to the lungs, and ...
Views: 1699 - Diet and lifestyle changes in chronic kidney disease - by Submitted on May 12, 2015 from Dr. Vikram ChauhanChronic kidney disease refers to the slow and progressive loss of kidney function with time. This may occur in a single or both the kidneys. It is different from acute renal failure in that the changes in the kidney function are not sudden but appear over time, many a times it may remain ...
Views: 2217 - How to Live Healthy Life with Natural Diet? - by Submitted on May 07, 2015 from Dr. Vikram ChauhanEverybody longs for a healthy, toned and long life. The health industry is the most grossing business today. People would do anything to get in shape. Inclination towards a healthy diet has become the need of the hour. Natural living is a new phenomenon that has recently gathered a lot of ...
Views: 1718 - Testing Yourself for Food Sensitivities - by Submitted on May 06, 2015 from Bob HuttingaThere are two kinds of allergic reactions, immediate and delayed. We don’t usually test for immediate reactions, because you know what they are by your immediate reaction. Testing for this can be done with skin testing and with a blood test called RAST (radioallergosorbent test). The RAST is the ...
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