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- Quack Cures Psoriasis - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2008 from Sharon BellBecause of his or her appearance, the person with psoriasis may be tempted to try a number of questionable cures. While most of these quack remedies are probably harmless (except to your wallet), some of them are dangerous and should be avoided. A few may appear to work mainly because psoriasis ...
Views: 680 - Smoking Not Only Kills; It Causes Osteoporosis Too! - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2007 from Sharon BellOsteoporosis and other bone-density-related problems affect everyone – men, women, young and old. Although women and the elderly are more susceptible in getting such diseases, men and the younger generations are not immune to them. Figures from the National Institute of Health, ...
Views: 678 - What To Put In Your Asthma Diary - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2008 from Sharon BellHow do you know if you’re about to have an asthma attack? The answer is plain and simple. Simply pay attention to your symptoms. Asthma rarely occurs without warning so it’s best to keep a diary of symptoms to assess your condition. Your asthma diary should be small enough to fit ...
Views: 677 - More Pollen Facts And Fallacies - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2008 from Sharon BellHas news about bee pollen’s magical properties made you buzzing with excitement? Don’t pin your hopes too high or you might be disappointed. Here are more pollen claims and the truth behind them. CLAIM; Pollen contains mysterious ingredients that boost an athlete's ...
Views: 675 - Secrets To Losing Weight: Getting Rid Of Excuses Before Getting Rid Of The Flab - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2007 from Sharon BellLosing weight is a matter of understanding the laws of physics. The amount of weight you lose and the rate at which you will lose all your excess baggage is a function between the amount of energy that your body takes in through food and the amount of this same energy that will be used up by ...
Views: 675 - Stop Migraine Pains Now - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2008 from Sharon BellThe comforts and convenience of the modern world has ironically, transformed the lives of millions of people into a living hell. And it’s all because of migraine – a widespread disorder that currently affects over 120 million people worldwide. As cities become more industrialized, ...
Views: 675 - Cough Medicine Controversy - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2008 from Sharon BellMany doctors have declared war on cough medicines, saying the latter are ineffective and are often used inappropriately. Worse, they are also one of the most abused drugs in the country. A 2006 survey conducted by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration or SAMHSA showed ...
Views: 673 - Home Pollutants That Causes Asthma - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2008 from Sharon BellStaying at home can give you asthma! This is due to indoor pollutants found in homes with fireplaces or in those heated with gas, wood, coal, and kerosene units. Other indoor allergens are household products like paint, paint thinner, and room deodorizers as well as personal hygiene products ...
Views: 672 - Getting Rid Of Excess Hair - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2008 from Sharon BellWhat can be done about harmless, unwanted hairs? Annie Jones, who had hair on her face at the age of nine months, solved the problem by entering the circus of P.T. Barnum. She was not only paid but her new job brought her fame. By the time she was five, she was known as the famous "Bearded ...
Views: 671 - Go easy on your joints - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2007 from Sharon BellArthritis is one of the most prevalent chronic health problems and the nation’s leading cause of disability among Americans over age 15. In 2006, 46 million or nearly 1 in 5 adults were reported to have arthritis or chronic joint disorder. Arthritis isn’t just one disease; it’s a complex ...
Views: 671 - Obesity kills thousands yearly - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2008 from Sharon BellThe figures are frightening. Obesity is responsible for 300,000 deaths a year and many adults are in danger of suffering from diabetes, heart disease, stroke, gallbladder disease, and cancer because of this. Additionally, obese individuals are 10 to 50 percent more likely to die from the above ...
Views: 671 - Ways To Motivate Yourself And Stick To Your Weight Loss Plan - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2008 from Sharon BellIt is quite common for people to begin a weight loss program at the start of the New Year. After days of merrymaking and partying during the holidays, people are often scrambling to lose the bulge that seemed to develop after several cups of eggnog and pieces of gingerbread cookies. However, ...
Views: 670 - Win Back Your Life By Running - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2007 from Sharon BellRunning is one of the most popular exercise programs available. And it can be good for just about anybody. Running, as a way of life, can be enjoyable and a source of good health. If you are wondering how running can contribute to your lifestyle, well, there is just not enough space to list all ...
Views: 669 - Understanding Premature Ejaculation - by Submitted on May 08, 2008 from Sharon BellPremature ejaculation is like having a gun and using it at the wrong time. It's like having your target on sight - and firing at the inappropriate moment. For the man, that's a waste of ammunition. For the woman, it's a frustrating experience. For both of them, it's a no win ...
Views: 668 - Beware Of The Terrible Sleep Snatchers - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2008 from Sharon BellGetting enough sleep is important for everybody, regardless of age, race and gender. People all over the world can benefit from obtaining the right amount of shuteye; especially in the development and regeneration of cells and the prevention of certain diseases and conditions, such as Type II ...
Views: 667 - Reduce Fibromyalgia Pain - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2007 from Sharon BellDo you experience morning stiffness, trouble sleeping, headaches, poor memory and concentration? Check with your doctor because you may have fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia affects as many as 6 million people in the United States. Most cases occur in women of childbearing age, but children, the ...
Views: 667 - Restore Your Confidence With Dental Implants - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2008 from Sharon BellLosing one or more teeth can be a painful experience for most people. One Norwegian survey found that it was so stressful and comparable to having “trouble with relatives.” The toothless patient has every reason to worry. That person looks older because of his or her shrinking ...
Views: 666 - Obesity A Factor In Gallstones - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2008 from Sharon BellChronic indigestion. Upper abdominal pain. Nausea and vomiting. These are the symptoms of gallstones, a condition that runs in families and is common in women between the ages of 20 and 60, obese individuals, and in those who lose weight suddenly. Gallstones rarely develop in children but this ...
Views: 664 - Fatty Foods And Body Odor - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2008 from Sharon BellAt what age does body odor (BO) begin? Will an intestinal problem or eating too much fatty foods and meat cause BO? The apocrine glands (which are responsible for BO) normally become active at puberty or somewhere between the ages of 12 and 18. The same hormones that change a boy into a man and ...
Views: 661 - Relief From Menstrual Cramps - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2008 from Sharon BellEvery month it’s the same old story. You feel bloated and sick. Your lower abdomen and back hurt like hell. There is nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, irritability and nervousness. As the day wears on, things get worse. It’s that time of the month again, and you’re ...
Views: 659 - Painful Urination - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2008 from Sharon BellDo you urinate often? Is it a painful experience? Perhaps you have cystitis, a common problem in women. Cystitis is the inflammation of the urinary bladder, the organ which holds urine before it leaves the body. It is caused by bacteria which have entered the bladder via the urethra, the tube ...
Views: 657 - Feeling Dizzy? Read This! - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2008 from Sharon BellLove, they say, makes the world go round. But if you feel like you’re spinning around on a merry-go-round even if you aren’t in love, you probably have vertigo. Vertigo is a type of dizziness felt as a sensa¬tion of whirling around in space or as a spinning room. The person ...
Views: 656 - How To Prepare Yourself For A Game And Avoid Injuries - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2007 from Sharon BellPhysical sports have become the modern stage on which man can showcase the best of his characteristics; his determination to win, and the grace of his movement. But participating in this kind of sports can never be a walk in the park. The amount of preparation and focus that any athlete has to ...
Views: 656 - Mind Your Mole - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2008 from Sharon BellMoles are round or oval pigmented protruding birthmarks on the skin which usually appear in early childhood. A typical adult has about 15 to 50 moles on the body. Normally, these don't cause any trouble and are best left alone. But moles that become large, change color and shape, and bleed may ...
Views: 656 - Bad News For Drinkers - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2008 from Sharon BellHere’s bad news for heavy drinkers. Alcoholism and mental illness often go together and this deadly combination can spell disaster for patients and their loved ones. This was revealed by Mayo Clinic psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Hall-Flavin who said that alcoholism and bipolar disorder usually ...
Views: 654 - Emotional Eating Can Make You Grow Bulges - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2008 from Sharon BellProper nutrition has been the subject of countless important researches and a trip to your favorite bookstore will tell you that books on dieting sell faster than hotcakes. Today, everybody is expected to know what to eat or not to eat in order to avoid becoming overweight or laden with ...
Views: 653 - What To Do During An Earthquake - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2008 from Sharon BellIn most major earthquakes, the worst is over after the first minute. So don't panic. Maintain presence of mind and be calm. When inside a building, seek cover under furniture you think is strong enough to protect you from falling debris. Don't run out of the building and into the street. You ...
Views: 652 - Causes Of Severe Dandruff - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2008 from Sharon BellDo you have stubborn dandruff? Are your itchy flakes driving you crazy? If so, you have seborrheic dermatitis, a common skin disorder that affects the scalp, face, upper chest, and other oily parts of the body. This skin problem is neither harmful nor contagious but it can definitely turn off ...
Views: 651 - Contact Lenses Linked To Eye Disease - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2008 from Sharon BellContact lenses have helped many people see. But their improper use can lead to a serious eye disease called keratitis. Keratitis is the inflammation of the comea (the clear central portion of the eye). It affects both sexes and can occur in all ages. Causes include a bacterial, viral or fungal ...
Views: 650 - Tretinoin for acne - by Submitted on May 07, 2008 from Sharon BellVitamin A acid or tretinoin, available in cream, gel or liquid form, can help acne patients but it may be difficult to tolerate because of its irritating effect. "Like benzoyl peroxide, vitamin A acid is an aggressive irritant the benefits of which are not readily noticeable. In fact, during ...
Views: 648 - You Don't Have To Be Santa's Size During The Holidays! - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2007 from Sharon BellStatistics show that many people add weight at an average of two pounds during the holiday season, probably starting from Thanksgiving to New Year's Day. It seems that dieting and healthy eating also takes a vacation during the holidays! Maybe the reason behind the increase in one's weight ...
Views: 647 - The Ways Of Warts - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2008 from Sharon BellWarts have a very colorful history. The early Greeks and Romans thought this skin disease came from frogs, probably because the latter's rough and somewhat horny skin looked like it was covered with warts. In reality, even if you kiss a frog, it's unlikely you'll get warts unless the amphibian ...
Views: 646 - Eating Habits That Can Undermine Your Weight-Loss Diet - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2007 from Sharon BellSo, all those scrimping and self-control were useless. For weeks, you have watched yourself transform into a madman, doing things much like what hungry werewolves or vampires do; but still your weighing scale pointer doesn't go below 250. What is happening with you? Well, the truth is that ...
Views: 645 - How Flies Terrorize Us - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2008 from Sharon BellWhat insect caused the fall of Ancient Greece, the destruction of the Roman Empire, and the decline of other civilizations? Believe it or not, all that was accomplished by the fly. There are numerous reasons why we loathe the fly. This lowly insect is a harbinger of death because of the many ...
Views: 645 - Increase Your Metabolic Rate To Lose Your Weight - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2007 from Sharon BellLosing weight is never easy; especially if you do not have a clue about what to do. But to help you jump start your weight loss efforts, you should begin by improving your metabolism or your body's ability to burn off calories. The following are easy ways to improve your metabolic rate. Add ...
Views: 642 - Don't Fall For Quacks - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Sharon BellDespite great advances in science and medicine, many Americans continue to be victimized by quacks. Millions of dollars are spent by consumers on useless and sometimes dangerous products. To protect yourself, here are some practical tips from Paul Insel and Walton Roth taken from their book ...
Views: 641 - Preventing Memory Loss - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2008 from Sharon BellWhat’s the best way to improve your memory? The answer can be summarized in two words – use it! As with building muscles, the key to improving one's memory is simply to continue using it. There is no need to rely on vitamins or magic pills as none of these have any beneficial ...
Views: 639 - Other Unproven Acne Remedies - by Submitted on May 06, 2008 from Sharon BellZinc was once touted as effective against acne but Dr. Peter W. Gould, former president of the New Zealand Dermatological Society, said it only "helped a little; there was nothing dramatic." The US recommended dietary allowance (RDA) for zinc is 15 milligrams and taking much can lead to ...
Views: 638 - Mdicines That Cause Impotence - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2008 from Sharon BellMore than half of all cases of impotence are due to psychological problems. Stress, anxiety, and depression can make one lose interest in sex and eventually trigger episodes of impotence. "Psychological causes of impotence usually develop as a result of some specific anxiety-producing event, ...
Views: 637 - Painful Sex Caused By Sex - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2008 from Sharon BellA cyst is a sac filled with fluid or a semi fluid sub¬stance. One that develops in the ovary is called an ovarian cyst. Ovarian cysts are common in women between the ages of 20 and 50. It can grow alone or in groups in one ovary or both. Such cysts can be less than an inch in diameter or ...
Views: 637 - Spare Your Child From Unhealthy Weight Gain - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2007 from Sharon BellKids are more and more preoccupied with playing computer games, surfing the Internet, and hours and hours of watching television. As a result, children are spending less time playing outdoors with friends and enjoying other physical activities that make them fit. Now, it is quite common to see ...
Views: 637 - The Bad Side Of Tea - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Sharon BellMany believe that a nice hot cup of tea is a good alternative to coffee or those sugar-laced soft drinks. Unfortunately, what most people don’t know is that tea also has a dark side. Although an ordinary cup of tea may have less caffeine than coffee, it has enough stimulants to keep you ...
Views: 637 - Watch your lower back - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2007 from Sharon BellIf you have lower back pain, you are not alone. Nearly everyone at some point has back pain that interferes with work, routine daily activities or recreation. Americans spend at least $50 billion each year on low back pain, the most common cause of job-related disability and a leading ...
Views: 637 - Trouble-free Driving - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2008 from Sharon BellEvery 1.6 minutes, an American driver backs into trouble. And when he or she does, it usually means costly vehicle repairs or even worse, fatal accidents involving children. This grim scenario comes from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) which said that backover accidents are ...
Views: 636 - A Passion for Peanut Butter - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2008 from Sharon BellI have always loved peanut butter. Nothing excites me more than sinking my teeth into the gooey stuff. And a peanut butter and jelly sandwich is enough to chase my blues away. Many people share my passion for peanut butter. I'm not the only one nuts about it. In fact, it's a perennial favorite ...
Views: 635 - Sweeten Your Life Without The Guilt - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2007 from Sharon BellAlmost a century ago, medical and nutrition experts began searching for substances that can duplicate the sweetness of sugar but without the consequential amounts of calories. And so today, amid the cheers from lovers of soft drinks, candies, and pastries, substitutes for sugar have been in ...
Views: 631 - Diabetes Affects Millions - by Submitted on May 08, 2008 from Sharon BellOver 15 million Americans have diabetes but half of them don’t know it. Most live in the city and the disease is prevalent among white collar workers. Of the diabetics surveyed, only about one-fourth consulted a doctor and were being treated. "Worldwide, more than 50 million people ...
Views: 629 - How To Use Insulin - by Submitted on May 10, 2008 from Sharon BellPreviously, insulin was injected in the thighs, arms, or buttocks. Current medical opinion says the abdomen is a much better site since insulin is absorbed more consistently than when injected in other areas. To avoid the scarring of fatty tissue that occurs with multiple injections, use ...
Views: 628 - What If Your Body Is At War With Common Colds? - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2007 from Sharon BellThere is a party going on right up your respiratory tract. Millions of common cold viruses are having the time of their lives while you are down on your bed, teary-eyed, feverish and coughing. You also have runny nose and you wonder if you can make a fortune out of the empty boxes of Kleenex ...
Views: 628 - Causes Of Low Sex Drive - by Submitted on May 02, 2008 from Sharon BellIn some cases, a couple’s failure to enjoy sex can result from a woman’s ignorance and upbringing. "Sometimes a woman fails to discuss her potential in sexual relationships because of inadequate knowledge of her anatomy, of the importance of timing during the sex act, or of the need ...
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