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The Watercure Recipe - by Russell Mariani- The Importance of Detoxing in Disease Prevention and Anti Aging - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2009 from Michael FeulnerDetox is short for “detoxification” which is the process of eliminating dangerous poisons called toxins that have accumulated in your body. When you perform detoxification cleansing, you help your body eliminate these toxins by stimulating your kidneys, lymph glands, colon, liver, and ...
Views: 748(1 vote) - The Importance of Sleep - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsAs the days get longer and we approach the Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year, we may get so excited by the extended hours of daylight that we skimp on our need for sleep. In general, sleep tends to be an area in life that we’ll cut back on in favor of work or play, whether it is ...
Views: 1052(1 vote) - The Most Common Oral Yeast Infection Symptoms - by Submitted on May 24, 2010 from Julie WhiteOral Yeast Infection Symptoms can be very hard to ignore. Babies and children who are of a tender age, as well as adults with immune systems that have been diminished for whatever reason often endure Oral Yeast Infections. One symptom of Oral Yeast Infections is the formation of furry, ...
Views: 921(1 vote) - The Most Important Thing You Need to Know for a Long Healthy Life - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2008 from Dr.Flora StayIn my book, ‘Secret Gateway to Health’, I explain how the mouth is one organ that makes an impact on every other organ. No health guru talks about the importance of the mouth on this level, but it’s true. If you neglect it, it will affect your general health one way or ...
Views: 912(1 vote) - The Naturopathic Way to Combat Insomnia, Stress, Anxiety and More - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2009 from Paul BlakeA total 41% of American workers interviewed reported an increase in work stress on their jobs compared to a year earlier. Another poll taken among Americans showed that more than one half of the respondents (58%) reported having experienced insomnia at least a few nights a week. This is a trend ...
Views: 2391(1 vote) - The Novel H1N1 Swine Flu Vaccine - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from James GeigerThe Novel H1N1 Swine Flu vaccination. Will you get it? Curious me took a poll of my 500 plus friends on Facebook and 1600 plus followers on Twitter. The Poll asked…The Swine Flu vaccination. Will you get it? Preliminary Results of my poll. 75% said they will definitely not get ...
Views: 1313(1 vote) - The Portion Control Diet - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2009 from Tamer ElsafyWeight loss and dieting is a major struggle for millions of people. Being even slightly overweight can lead to some avoidable medical issues including joint pain. Many people suffer from secondary Osteoarthritis and harsh joint pain brought on by obesity. Dieting and avoiding the foods you ...
Views: 1226(2 votes) - The Search for Inner Peace - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2012 from Jo Anne WhiteWhen people were asked to rate what’s most important for them to have in their lives, inner peace scored as one of the highest ranking goals. Yet, for many, it’s difficult to achieve inner peace consistently. There are moments when we feel its presence and the all-inclusive calm it brings. ...
Views: 1987(2 votes) - The Secret to True Love - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2012 from Shiroko SokitchLast year on Valentines Day, I went with three girlfriends to Santa Rosa dressed to the nines. We were headed to a Professional Singles Society event. Within three feet of walking into the Flamingo Resort in Santa Rosa, we saw that there were only ten people there, all over the age of sixty, and ...
Views: 1229(2 votes) - The Standing Ab Workout - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2019 from Grant DonovanIf your ab workout doesn't provide you results or if you are just bored with it, you should try our standing ab workout. This training routine will work the ab muscles from different angles and with various contractions, things which will help you develop the abs size and strength. The standing ...
Views: 938(1 vote) - The State Where You Live Determines Health - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2012 from Alvin ( AJ ) GentryI travel a lot and I get to meet a lot of people along the way. There are old friends and their families, people I have know most of my life and an almost endless flow of new faces and names. I have gotten somewhat used to the schedule over the years. It's difficult for people who have never ...
Views: 1295(1 vote) - The Swine Flu Scare: Reject Negative Thinking and Avoid Panic - by Submitted on May 27, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsNo one can have failed to notice the extensive reporting on the Swine Flu issue. It is presently being given the sort of emphasis rightly reserved for something far more sinister, and our TV reporters are only too happy to whip up the fear. So, let’s have a little perspective. A child has died ...
Views: 726(1 vote) - The Top 10 Benefits Of Home Filtration Of Tap Water - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2008 from John SernEssentially, you have no excuse for not having a home water filter. Drinking and bathing in tap water can cause a variety of health problems that can easily be alleviated with the use of a home water filter. Here are the top 10 benefits of using home water filters and why you should consider ...
Views: 717(1 vote) - Therapeutic Effects of Dead Sea Products - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Deep Sea CosmeticsThe world we live in today has become demanding as ever. People often forget how to take a break anymore because of so many things that have to be prioritized. Oftentimes we are required to juggle several things at a time and have to always rush things to get them done before the deadline comes. ...
Views: 1455(2 votes) - There are a Number of Cancer Treatments Available in Pittsburgh - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2009 from Abby ReidIf you've been diagnosed with cancer, you want to find the best treatments, irrespective of what you are suffering from. If you are a woman, suffering from cervical cancer, it is very important that you find the best cervical cancer treatment in Pittsburgh. Cervical cancer can affect women of ...
Views: 763(1 vote) - Things You Need to Know about Contacts and Eye Health - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Stockton MarkIf you are one of the 26 million people in the United States who wear contact lenses, then you can thank Leonardo da Vinci for coming up with the idea. But it was 500 years after da Vinci conceived the idea that a contact lens was designed and developed that the average person could ...
Views: 680(1 vote) - Thinking the Unthinkable: Six (Uncomfortable) Questions about the Swine Flu Outbreak - by Submitted on May 27, 2009 from Intent.com Authors1. Is History Repeating Itself? The word pandemic comes from Greek roots meaning "all the people." Not surprisingly, the first known medical reporter to file a story about a flu epidemic was Hippocrates around 412 BC. For centuries, flu disasters have struck just as naturally and inevitably as ...
Views: 698(1 vote) - Thoughts First, Last and Always - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2009 from Kelley KremerYou’re unique just like everyone else. There has never been, nor ever be, anyone quite like us. It is you, and the character you create, that determines how your life goes. Not everyone is the same; neither are their thoughts and it is thinking, and how you feel about what you think, that makes ...
Views: 1298(1 vote) - Thoughts On Resilience - Part One - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2013 from Rita SchianoResilience is that quality, that ability that enables some people to be knocked down by life and come back stronger than before. Rather than allowing crises or failure to drain their resolve, they tapped a reservoir of determination that allows them to rise up strong and resolute. There are ...
Views: 997(2 votes) - Time To Lose The Fat - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2008 from Mo SimpsonNow, rather than later, when quite frankly it will be too late, we have to face facts. As our bodies age, for most of us, that means more work and thought to keep ourselves in shape. Without that extra time and effort, fat grows, parts of our bodies begin to sag and what we could get away with ...
Views: 872(1 vote) - Timeless Wisdom on Health and Anger Management - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2010 from William F SmithI recently read a book first published in 1796, entitled “The Immortal Mentor.” The preface was written by George Washington, praising the author’s work. The first section was about health, and the premise that our extremes of lifestyle shorten our lives by many years, while moderation in all ...
Views: 1778(1 vote) - Tips to Manage Adult Incontinence! - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Amy StephensIncontinence in adults is a common effect for those who suffering from diabetes. Incontinence is a frustrating condition for many in which a sufferer has a difficult time controlling his or her urinary bladder. In such cases, individuals suffering from adult incontinence will lose control of his ...
Views: 987(1 vote) - To Breathe or Not to Breathe: Sleep Apnea - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraSleep apnea is a major sleep disorder wherein a person abruptly wakes up in the middle of sleep due to a blockage in the airway. At some point in their lives, a lot of people might have experienced this condition. But a sleep disorder should not be regarded as something trivial at all. Sleep is ...
Views: 751(1 vote) - Today’s Workplace: How Your Health May Affect Your Job - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Bridgette CollinsToday’s employers are doing everything they can to help their employees make healthier lifestyle choices through various disease management and wellness programs. On the one hand, they are taking heed to what research continues to reveal. That is, by helping employees adopt a healthier ...
Views: 718(1 vote) - Tommy Timmy Spot Eraser Pro Review - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2019 from daniel MIf you have any blemishes or spots on your face, arms, hands, legs or any other part of the body, you must not worry now. Tommy Timmy Spots Blaster is the safest and most trusted solution to your skin problems. It is very normal to get dark, red and brown spots on your sensitive skin due to ...
Views: 2046(1 vote) - Too busy for housework? How & why to get some breathing space in your life... - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2009 from Danielle RaineKeeping our homes and feeding our families are innate human habits. And, thanks to today’s mod cons, this domestic stuff has never been easier. Why, then, do we still struggle to find the time for it? One answer lies in the position of housework on our to-do lists, (ie not very high.) But ...
Views: 2686(1 vote) - Top 5 General Health Benefits of Meditation - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2008 from Katherine C. H. E.We’ve all heard about the health benefits of meditation. Scientists have been busily cataloging them for many years now. Each study brings more “proof,” but anyone who meditates experiences the good results right away. These are the five core health benefits of ...
Views: 1176(1 vote) - Total Transformation - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2008 from David RobinsonMost people desire a fit, trim body. Most people are also willing to try any “magic” drug, rub, lotion or potion that is pitched to them to get that contoured body. The proof is the billions that are spent each year by consumers on products that promise to achieve accelerated weight loss. The ...
Views: 1167(1 vote) - Tummy Trimming Tips - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2010 from Deborah McIncrowAs the holiday time of the year is hanging around a few more corners and we prepare to celebrate with family and friends, what to wear to special events and celebrations that you feel confident and sexy in is sure to cross your intelligent, savvy mind at one point or another. No need to worry ...
Views: 1255(1 vote) - Types Of Laser Eye Surgery - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2008 from Peter samsLaser eye surgery is the most commonly practiced procedure to correct vision problems caused by refractive errors, including myopia (near-sightedness), hyperopia (far-sightedness) and astigmatism (distorted vision when looking at objects at any distance). There are different types of laser eye ...
Views: 1339(1 vote) - Understanding How to Lose Weight Permanently - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2009 from Lou RyanMany weight loss programs emphasize a so-called ‘cold turkey’ approach to food, or a restrictive diet. Both of these approaches fail to factor in long-term goals. You may have tried weight loss programs like these, but had little or no success staying fit. Simply put, it is exceptionally ...
Views: 709(1 vote) - Various Causes for Buttocks Pain - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2010 from Anne WestThere are many causes of buttocks or butt pain, depending on the location in your body. Pain in the Buttock/Butt muscle - Do you have pain in the big muscle of your butt while sitting, standing, walking, or during sex or other physical exercise? If you push on the center of your butt muscle ...
Views: 17846(1 vote) - Vegan Alternatives To Gelatin - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from Nicholas TanGelatin serves both nutritional and culinary roles in nonvegetarian diets; however, a lot of vegetarians and all vegans do not consume gelatin in its many forms because it is often created out of boiled pig skins and dissolved veal cartilage and bones. This leaves vegetarians with a gap in ...
Views: 1250(1 vote) - Vitamins and Minerals For Unique Bodies - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2008 from Jeannie CrabtreeIt is obvious that each of our bodies is unique – there are not two human beings that are exactly the same. That is why I encourage every one to eat the best that they can and get plenty of vegetables as the first source of vitamins and minerals. That way your diet gives you the variety ...
Views: 868(1 vote) - Warning signs diabetes type 2 - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Jacky SmithIn the case of diabetes type 2, our body will gradually decrease the production of insulin. The insulin released by our pancreas is either is not sufficient or our body is unable to utilize insulin properly. As our body is unable to receive sufficient amount insulin or use the insulin properly, ...
Views: 922(3 votes) - Was Your Doctor Responsible For The Delay Letting Your Colon Cancer Metastasize? - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2010 from Joseph HernandezIt is not uncommon for a medical malpractice lawyer to be approached by a potential client who starts by saying something like, “A doctor kept telling me I only had hemorrhoids yet I have now been diagnosed with colon cancer metastasis.” What makes this happen and what options does the ...
Views: 660(1 vote) - Water - The Crisis - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2008 from Rayna GangiImagine a world without water. Imagine a world where the only water available for drinking or for bathing is polluted, contaminated and deadly. Imagine a world where people die every day from dehydration – a condition that causes heart disease, kidney failure, cancer. Our bodies are 70 – 80% ...
Views: 1392(1 vote) - Weight Loss and Diabetes - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2009 from Mark PhelpsIn the United States there are 23.6 million children and adults who have diabetes about 7.8% of the population. Here is a fact about diabetes, if a person has a two hour blood glucose level between 140 and 199 they are classified as pre-diabetic, if their levels are higher than 200 they are ...
Views: 1444(1 vote) - Weight Loss: Why Hypnosis Really Does Help - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2008 from Simon de LidesIf you are one of the many millions of people who struggle to maintain the proper weight, you are probably aware of the generally accepted groundrules of weight management. The rules say that you need just two things to keep to the correct weight: proper diet and exercise. These two factors ...
Views: 873(1 vote) - Wellness & Chiropractic Revisited - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2009 from Dr. Steve EdelsonDr. Steve Edelson (813) 831-8321 of Tampa, Florida has been practicing chiropractic for over 14 years. As a south Tampa chiropractor, he has had the opportunity to help people with a variety of issues. He is an expert at helping people to eliminate the cause of most pain. He is also an expert at ...
Views: 1663(2 votes) - Wellness Coaching - How Wellness Coaching Can Make your Diet Success Last for a Lifetime - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2008 from Celia WestberryWhen approaching a whole food diet, what do you hope for? Rapid results in 30 days or are you seeking prolonged results to last for a lifetime? And, what is the untold secret between lasting results and temporary results. And why is permanent success so elusive? Why are manufactures of diet ...
Views: 1432(1 vote) - Wellness Means Turn On Your Inner Light - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsRemember when you woke up filled with enthusiasm, eager to begin your day, savoring each vibrant moment? How long has it been since you felt vital in that way? If a photo were taken of you at this moment, would you smile for the camera or look nervous and serious, uncomfortable that the picture ...
Views: 578(1 vote) - What Are Autoimmune Diseases? - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2009 from Jack BondWhen the immune system in the body becomes overactive, then the person suffers with the autoimmune disease. The immune system of the body reacts against the substances and tissues normally present in the body causing autoimmune disorder. The phenomenon of autoimmune disease is being mentioned in ...
Views: 1276(1 vote) - What Are the Causes to Osteoporosis? - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2009 from Steve CaldwellOsteoporosis is the problem related to the bones. As the name of the disease suggests it means porous bones. The bones become porous and cause osteoporosis. Many old people are noted to be suffering with the osteoporosis. But, nowadays even the young people are noted to be suffering with the ...
Views: 1734(2 votes) - What Can a Hair Analysis Reveal? - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2009 from Tim DamgaardWhat Can A Hair Analysis Reveal? Do you have? • Headaches • Depression/Anxiety • Digestive Disturbances • Thyroid Imbalance • Allergies First of all, what is a hair analysis and why would you want one? Hair analysis is an invaluable screening tool which allows a correct program of ...
Views: 2781(4 votes) - What Causes Cold Sores - Which Trigger Causes Your Cold Sore? - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2008 from Denny BodohWhat causes colds sores and fever blisters (oral herpes) in most - but not in everyone? Let me show you, right now, what causes cold sores in 99% of these cases. What causes cold sores, basically, is the herpes simplex virus. It comes in two varieties - type 1 and type 2. Both create ...
Views: 8387(1 vote) - What Do Hives Look Like and How You Can Treat Them Naturally - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2010 from M RochellYou may be looking unhappily in the mirror at those red, itchy rashes on your skin and wondering, “what do hives look like?” We've all heard of hives and at some point, about twenty percent of us will find ourselves breaking out at some point in our lives. Hives appear when a chemical, ...
Views: 1354(1 vote) - What is A Root Canal? - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Dental ChicagoA root canal has two meanings. The first one is basically the space within the root of the tooth which holds the dental nerve as well as connective tissues called the dental pulp. The other one reflects the dental operation wherein the dental pulp is cleaned out and disinfected in order to ...
Views: 3321(1 vote) - What is a Worksite Wellness Program? - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2009 from John BatesA Corporate Wellness Program is an organized program to help employees in establishing healthier lifestyles. This can include increasing staff member awareness on health topics, providing behavior change programs, and/or establishing business policies that support health-related goals and ...
Views: 2276(1 vote) - What is EFT Therapy and How It Can Help Your Overall Wellness - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2009 from Mark FooNo matter what end of the therapy spectrum you are, it might do you well to learn about EFT. EFT refers to a new way to release repressed feelings known as Emotional Freedom Technique, and can revolutionize your therapy techniques. EFT Creation and Development EFT Therapy was created by Gary ...
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