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The Watercure Recipe - by Russell Mariani- Avoiding The 'Disease Iceberg' - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2008 from Jane AslettDisease can be likened to an iceberg. By the time you notice it, it may be too late to do much about it. We mostly don't think too much about our lifestyle habits until we run into a problem. Avoiding the 'disease iceberg' means thinking about and planning for wellness. The recipe for ...
Views: 2388(1 vote) - Balancing The Hormones - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2008 from Dr. Roni Deluz, RN, NDThere are thousands of hormones in the body. Some of the most commonly known hormones are estrogen, testosterone and insulin, but there are many more that you do not necessarily think about on a regular basis that effect your body in various ways. Hormones are essentially chemicals in the body ...
Views: 1255(1 vote) - Baldness is the Part of Wider Topic of Hair Thinning - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2012 from Anand kumarHair is person’s top most credit that acquires him better part of one’s self-esteem and image in public healthy, shiny and smooth hair add more to one’s personality. Therefore, beautiful, healthy and silky hair is one everyone’s desire. Taking extra care is a must to keep your hair the way you ...
Views: 769(1 vote) - Be Happy- Really! - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2009 from Elizabeth Lombardo, PhDNovember 9th marks the beginning of “Pursuit of Happiness” week. But really, pursuing happiness is something that we all do. In fact, I would say that people today have a lot of practice in the pursuit of happiness. It’s just that they look for that happiness in all the wrong places. ...
Views: 1166(2 votes) - Better ZZZ's: Your Practical Guide To Better Sleep, Part 1 - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2008 from Angelique McTyrePreparations: Determine the time you need to wake up. Give yourself enough time to wake up, take a few deep breaths, contemplate your goals for the day, eat some breakfast, take a shower, stretch a little, make your bed, plan your to do list, get your head together, and get your personal things ...
Views: 799(1 vote) - Bioflavonoids - Vitamins Or Medicine? - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2009 from Edith LingenfelterBioflavonoids, also known as flavonoids, are not true vitamins and they are sometimes referred to as Vitamin P. The body can not produce bioflavonoids, nor can they be stored in the body, they must be supplied in the diet. At first they were considered vitamins, then medicine, then ...
Views: 1037(2 votes) - Break Through Barriers to Better Health - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowBarriers; overcoming the obstacles that you encounter on your journey toward choosing healthy food options can be and is for many of us a challenge on the journey to making our dreams come true. How you react to these hurdles is imperative when searching for the lifestyle of your ...
Views: 1112(2 votes) - Breakfast of Champions - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Young KimEver wonder why breakfast is called breakfast? It's called breakfast because you're breaking a fast. Think about it. Unless you actually eat a fourth meal at midnight, when you wake up each morning, you haven't eaten in almost 12 hours. You've been fasting. Your morning meal is literally ...
Views: 1358(4 votes) - Bursitis and its Natural Treatment - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2009 from justin kenedyChronic Bursitis is an ailment caused by inflammation of the bursa. The bursa is a sac of lubricating fluid used to reduce friction between the tendons and the bones (the joint). It is caused by recurring activity that places too much strain on the joint. Over use of the joint along with bad ...
Views: 2003(1 vote) - Calcium is Required for Energy Production - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2010 from Byron RichardsMost people think about calcium in terms of its vital role in bone building. However, the flow of calcium in and out of all cells is vital to cellular function. A new study shows that if calcium signaling is lacking then cell energy systems break down and the cells start eating ...
Views: 1804(1 vote) - Can You Change the Way You Look At Things? - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2023 from Debra BurdickI am always amazed at how two people can look at the same thing and see completely different things. Maybe it goes back to the glass half empty, glass half full concept. Or maybe it's has to do with how we choose to see things. Wayne Dyer frequently discusses the statement 'If you change the ...
Views: 8197(3 votes) - Can You Separate Wellness from Happiness? - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWhat do these two mean to you and can they be separate in your life? In many ways, I think the mildly recent popularity of wellness is a euphemism for 'happiness' that the public can get behind. There seems to be lingering abashment about being happy, so we've created the concept of wellness, ...
Views: 721(2 votes) - Cardio Kicker - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowWe are fully aware that if you want to lose weight and increase the healthiness of your heart, it requires you to exercise on a regular basis. Cardiovascular exercise is a key component to enhancing your weight loss goals and promoting a healthy heart. Losing weight is no easy task to ...
Views: 1330(3 votes) - Cardio Necessary For Effective Fat Loss? - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2008 from Zack FairThere is a common belief in the mainstream, that for maximum (or even effective fat loss) you need to do some form of regular cardio to lose fat. This is simply wrong of course because many people have just dieted to lose fat, without any form of excercise. Of course this is a bodybuilding site, ...
Views: 981(1 vote) - Cardiovascular fitness benefits - by Submitted on May 26, 2010 from Jacky SmithAlso known as cardio- respiratory exercise and aerobic exercise, cardiovascular exercises possess number of health benefits. Regular practice of these exercises helps us to cope with daily stress and tensions. The benefits of cardiovascular exercise can be experienced by the individuals ...
Views: 1147(2 votes) - Caring For Your Adrenal Glands - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2008 from Dr. Roni Deluz, RN, NDYour adrenal glands may be something you don’t think about on a regular basis, but having healthy adrenal glands is vital to your good health. The adrenal glands are small walnut-sized glands that are located on top of your kidney. These glands are important because they are essentially the ...
Views: 1369(1 vote) - Celebrating 3 Years Of Vegetarian, Organic, Delicious Food And Enlightenment - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2008 from eric huangSince first opening their doors in Chicago Rogers Park, Lake Side Cafe and the Inner Metamorphosis University (I.M.U.) have attracted an enthusiastic crowd. Will their 3rd Anniversary celebrations on October 14th 2008 live up to a reputation for healthy, delicious food and inspiring ...
Views: 853(1 vote) - Chakra Balancing: Creating Harmony For Your Body, Mind, & Soul - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2008 from Cathy BrennanThe Chakra System is the core of the subtle energy body. The flow of chi, prana, or life force moves through the many chakras and nadis to connect the subtle energy body with the physical body. Chakras are energy vortexes that process our energy. They filter, focus, receive, and disperse ...
Views: 734(1 vote) - Chakra's Understanding The Energy Within! - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2008 from Elizabeth ManuelThe word Chakra ( pronounced Shah Kraw) comes from Sanskrit and means “wheel of spinning energy" In fact our entire bodies are composed of energy, we are energetic beings, vibrating and emitting energy both consciously and unconsciously. In our bodies we have seven main energy centers called ...
Views: 1879(1 vote) - Change a Life in a Heartbeat - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI sat in on a class this week that discussed the amount of time it takes to beat stress in our lives. Turns out, as you probably already know, a single heartbeat. Literally though. It takes just a single heartbeat to begin to bring us more into what is termed as a coherent heart rhythm. ...
Views: 773(1 vote) - Children and Obesity - by Submitted on May 26, 2010 from Gary S. GrossmanParents create life, they shape life. They are the most influential people in the lives of their children. The preceding two sentences are true for many parents. Are they true for you? This article is written for you, the parents that are truly committed to help your children ...
Views: 1201(2 votes) - Choose the Right Diet For Weight Loss - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2009 from Sanjana SharmaLoosing weight with or without diet pills is a topic that always remains in controversy. Lots of attractive advertisements regarding weight loss pills can be seen in many newspapers, Televisions and magazines with great and amazing instances of their assured results. But such pills really show ...
Views: 820(1 vote) - Chronic Disease…. Will you Die Before Your Time? - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2009 from Rico ConnorChronic Disease…. Will you Die Before Your Time? Chronic diseases—such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes—are the leading causes of death and disability in the United States. Chronic diseases account for 70% of all deaths in the U.S., which is 1.7 million each year. Think about this—7 ...
Views: 2342(2 votes) - Chronic Pain: Energetic Healing is an Alternative Treatment - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Kyle LucasChronic pain is difficult to treat because there are so many underlying causes that doctors have a hard time pinpointing the problem. Modern medicine has yet to fully understand what underlying causes bring about chronic pain. Traditional pain treatments usually don't cure underlying problems. ...
Views: 970(2 votes) - Claiming Your Happiness - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2008 from Karen KlassenMany of us have realized by now that money does not make us happy. So how do we bring more happiness into our life? Well, the answer is simple. Not easy, but it is simple. Wise people know true happiness cannot be found in the material world. Happiness is a state of being that comes from ...
Views: 1830(1 vote) - Clear Up Acne With Home Remedies - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2013 from Rick CarpenterIf you are looking for a way to clear up acne then this article will give you some ways to get rid of acne at home. As you know, acne is a very common skin condition that occurs mainly in young adults, but if it is ignored can cause serious problems later in life. There are many different ...
Views: 1322(1 vote) - Commitment - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowCommitment; we have wonderful intentions at the beginning of a new and exciting venture in our life that entails our hopes and dreams coming to fruition. We make a promise to ourselves that we will follow through in all areas to ensure our obligation is met. We vow that we will take all the ...
Views: 1167(1 vote) - Common Allergies and Symptoms - My Airline Experience - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2009 from M Rochell"But, more than 50 million people in America suffer from common allergies and symptoms," I explained. It did no good, I was not going to get on the flight and all I could think of was, "Why didn't I wear a long sleeved shirt?" Let me take you back in time and explain how I was forced off the ...
Views: 1050(2 votes) - Communicating Wellness Using the Universal Language and the Whole Brain - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2009 from Marc LernerWhen people focus on their thinking, they communicate in the cultural way they were conditioned to live in. Their language, habits and values were taught to them by the people they grew up with and they tend to believe that is the correct way to think. If they were taught to go beyond thinking ...
Views: 1446(1 vote) - Conquer Toxic Holiday Stress - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2010 from Laura Bonetzky-JosephWhen we think of the holidays we smile with nostalgic visions of celebrations, roasting chestnuts, caroling, crackling fires, happy Cleaver-like families, and everything we asked for under the 'ol Christmas tree. As much as the holidays bring love, holiday cheer, & family gatherings so do the ...
Views: 2061(1 vote) - Core Fitness Exercises For The Abs And The Back - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2008 from Menno SpijkstraPerhaps there was an instance when you did some vigorous housework and attempted to lift something heavy. And suddenly, you felt a stabbing back pain. A fair diagnosis could be that you may have a weak core. What is your “core”? Actually, it is the seat of power for your whole body. ...
Views: 694(1 vote) - Creating A Healing Garden - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2010 from Sue HeldenbrandWhenever we are in a relaxed state, our bodies are in a better position to heal. The beauty and tranquility of a beautiful natural setting of a garden can provide a wonderful sense of relaxation. It been shown throughout history that gardens have been useful in the healing process. ...
Views: 2997(2 votes) - Crohn's Disease - A High Level Synopsis Of This Debilitating Affliction - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2008 from Trevor PriceOver half a million people in the United States have been diagnosed with the debilitating autoimmune malady, known as Crohn's disease (sometimes referred to as CD). Crohn's affects the function of the intestinal tract and can cause painful abdominal cramping, frequent diarrhea and sometimes ...
Views: 1413(1 vote) - Daily Resourcefulness: Your Healthful and Productive Day - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2009 from Elizabeth EckertHaving started your day gently, let's move into the "business" part of things -- the time when you get things done. Is it possible to not only be productive, but to conduct yourself in a balanced and healthful way? Oh yes! Let's consider some strategies to support resourcefulness for the "whole" ...
Views: 1287(1 vote) - Dangers Of dehydration - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2009 from Sue HeldenbrandDuring this time of rising outside temperatures, it is important when working outside to be sure to stay hydrated. The human body is about 60%-70% water. Our brains are 70% water, while our blood is 80% and our lungs 90% water. Yet, 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated. This can lead ...
Views: 2282(2 votes) - Deep Breathing Facts - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2008 from Dennis LewisIn general, the human organism was not designed to breathe deeply at all times and in all situations. The depth of our breath, whether it is shallow, medium, or deep depends in large part on what it is we are doing. If we are sitting quietly reading, for example, we do not need to be breathing ...
Views: 1335(1 vote) - Deodorant: Sometimes the Facts Stink - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2009 from Dr. Nathalie BeauchampWe all sweat, so it’s not surprising that 90 percent of us regularly use antiperspirants and deodorants. In fact, only one other bathroom staple – toothpaste, exceeds sales of these products! You likely use deodorant to mask underarm odor or use antiperspirants to reduce sweating. ...
Views: 2057(1 vote) - Detox Your Body, Detox Your Life - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2010 from Allison BiggarWe are ringing in the New Year with a widely broadcast wake-up call. Obesity is now the largest health threat to Americans. Over the last 15 years, the percentage of obese adults has increased by 85 percent. In order to lose weight and toxic baggage, we need to purge our body, mind and ...
Views: 1241(1 vote) - Diabetes and Nutrition - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2011 from Patti DavisDiabetes Mellitus, or Diabetes, is a metabolism disorder. Metabolism is the way the body uses digested food for growth and energy. Glucose is the main form of sugar in the blood and is used as fuel for the body. Most of the food people eat is broken down into glucose. Diabetes Mellitus is a very ...
Views: 995(1 vote) - Diabetes Type 2 – Natural Approaches To Diabetes Treatment - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2009 from Dana MortensonDiabetes type 2 is perhaps one of the most researched topics anywhere in the world. Thus with all the wealth of information you must have stumbled upon, you may think you already know everything there is to know about diabetes type 2. For instance, you must know by now that diabetes type 2 ...
Views: 1387(1 vote) - Diabetic Complications - Minimize Complications With Diet - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2008 from Dr John AnneDiabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder that occurs when the beta cells of the pancreas i.e. islets of langerhans are not able to produce a sufficient amount of insulin to avert hyperglycemia. Type 1 diabetes i.e. IDDM (insulin dependent diabetes mellitus) is generally caused by auto-immune ...
Views: 1229(1 vote) - Do You Actually Know What's Inside Our Tap Water? - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2008 from Alvyn KhooIt seem to be so normal when we turn on the tap, fill the glass with tap water, drink it or just use it for cooking purposes. Besides consuming the tab water, take shower in it, water the plants with it, wash our clothes and basically our life can not live without tap water. It is so important ...
Views: 1259(1 vote) - Do You Feel Guilty Taking Time for Yourself? - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2008 from Annette GonzalezThere are so many things to take care of in our lives. There are so many things on the list. There are so many people to take care of. How do we prioritize? Are you on the list of priorities? It is important for us to listen to the voice inside us when it says, “I need some ...
Views: 1656(1 vote) - Do You Really Want To Be Well? - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2011 from Robert FritchieDo you feel that no one cares what happens to you? Are you stuck in your job or relationships? Are you repeating old mistakes and would like to change but do not know how? Have you resorted to drugs or have other addictions that you want to release? Do you have an illness or ...
Views: 2175(1 vote) - Do You Want To Lose Weight Without A Lot Of Effort? - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2012 from amanpreet singhThere are women out there who find it difficult to get through a diet. These women have tried for most of their lives to lose weight and they have tried in vain because we all know that it is difficult to lose weight without diet and exercise. Also, a diet can be difficult to follow because it ...
Views: 660(1 vote) - Does Repressed Anger Plague You In Your Adult Life? - by Submitted on May 22, 2010 from Jill PrinceDo you suffer from serious repressed anger and other repressed emotions? Most people don't remember the first three years of life and so are not aware if those years were spent building up a store of repressed anger and other repressed emotions. Dr. Gabor Mate is a medical doctor who works ...
Views: 4558(2 votes) - Don't Delay...Get That Mole Checked Out Today! - by Submitted on May 24, 2010 from Stacy WishnerOf all the skin conditions I treat on a daily basis, moles and skin tags are by far the most common. As a matter of fact it is normal for adults to have between 10-40 moles by adulthood with the majority appearing during the first 20 years of a person’s life. Although they are a nuisance and ...
Views: 1630(2 votes) - Don't kiss your baby on the mouth - by Submitted on May 21, 2010 from James EvansIt happens every day. A young mother tenderly kisses her baby on the mouth or gently wipes her baby’s face with a cloth moistened with her own saliva. She caringly tests the temperature of the baby food by tasting it first before serving it to her baby on the same spoon or lets her baby ...
Views: 2388(1 vote) - Drinking Bottled Water Is Not As Safe As You Think - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2008 from Alvyn KhooAmericans drink an estimated 3.4 billion gallons of bottled water annually, and that work out to be about 12.7 gallons per person. It has become a convenient lifestyle of most people in the other parts of the world as well due to the convenience and it easily available anywhere. The numbers ...
Views: 915(1 vote) - Eat Right, Exercise, and Laugh Your Head Off Once a Day - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Mack DrydenI’m a comedian and a two-time cancer survivor, and I make people laugh about my experiences with the disease until their faces hurt. Unusual job, true; but my mission is to convince people that laughter is as important to physical and mental health as eating right and exercising. And if you or ...
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