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The Watercure Recipe - by Russell Mariani- Wellness and the Galileo Conundrum - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2012 from Jon CanasIt took a lot of courage for Galileo Galilei (1564 – 1642) to publish his findings. His observations of the sky with a new instrument for the time – the telescope – proved the theory of Copernicus (1473 – 1543), mathematician and astronomer. The trouble was that at the time, philosophy and ...
Views: 1705(1 vote) - Stress Management and Exercise - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2013 from Grahak CunninghamStress Management and Exercise We have all come home from a run or the gym and felt the benefits, both physical and mental. Sweating out the problems of the day, we can feel pleased with ourselves and leave the worries and problems of everyday life behind. Something about it invokes a ...
Views: 1703(2 votes) - 5 Questions Moms Should Ask When Choosing Skin Care Products - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2009 from Christine FarlowDid you know that cancer-causing chemicals have been found in the skin care products you buy for yourself and your children? Maybe you've heard about it in the news. But if you didn't, you're not alone. Many people, just like you, have been using body care products containing harmful ingredients ...
Views: 1702 - How to Know if Statin Drugs Are Right for You - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2009 from Michelle BurnsStatin drugs are among the most commonly prescribed pharmaceuticals in this country and include: Lipitor (atorvastatin), Zocor (simvastatin), Mevacor (lovastatin), Pravachol (pravastatin), Crestor (rosuvastatin) and Lescol (fluvastatin). According to medical studies, pharmaceutical studies, ...
Views: 1702(1 vote) - Meditation Reinvented: How Feedback Alters The Odds Of Success - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2009 from Carol McMahonAppearances can be deceptive. Sitting meditation looks like restfully doing nothing at all. Meditation is, however, a task of extreme difficulty, and chances are the sitter is not performing well. Meditation’s task is paying attention. All forms of meditation involve attention focused on ...
Views: 1702(3 votes) - Rest for the Weary - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2023 from Debra BurdickIf you are like most people these days, your life is full of things that need to be done. No matter how much you do, there is always more to be done. There are chores around the house and yard, cooking and cleaning, chauffeuring the kids to their activities, helping them get their homework ...
Views: 1701(1 vote) - Emotional Hunger Calls for Emotional Nourishment - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Pamela LevinEmotional hungers you may not even be aware of can drive you to make choices and behave based on emotional need instead of what’s actually best for you. This kind of emotionally-driven behavior has natural consequences, most of them unwanted. To turn this around, there are some constructive ...
Views: 1700(1 vote) - Warning - Are You Eating Toxic Waste Disposal? Part I - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2012 from Dr. Chrys GhiraldiniThe most common ways to get toxic during the Summer are by eating or ingesting toxic products unknowingly. On this first article, Part I, I'll discuss one of the most hidden ways to ingest toxicity. Part II of this series will discuss the other 2 Summer substances that are highly toxic and ...
Views: 1698 - Guaranteed Techniques on How to Get Pregnant with a Boy - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2011 from Bryan Joseph KingAre you and your partner dreaming of having your very own baby boy but it is still not getting the result you want? Let your worries come to rest because there are now numerous tips that are rest-assured to give you the desired gender of your baby. Unlike before, these techniques are easily ...
Views: 1697(1 vote) - The Long Road Back From Toxic Poisoning - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2011 from Caroline NettleMy journey with toxins probably started around the same time as yours. I wanted to talk about my relationship with toxins because I do not think I am very different from most other people. Although the details are most likely to be different, we drank from the same tap, ate the same food and ...
Views: 1697 - Bioenergy, Energy Meridians and Aura in Traditional Medicine - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2011 from Codrut TutuThe concept of bioenergy is a subject widely debated upon by scientists. The Western sciences have often found themselves helpless before nature and its phenomena, in their attempt of explaining natural manifestations and human existence. Trying to fight and deny the concept of bioenergy, ...
Views: 1696(2 votes) - Avoid Statins Through Natural Lifestyle Changes - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from John PhillipCholesterol lowering statins have been hailed as miracle drugs and yet medical research has come to the dismal conclusion that they are virtually worthless in preventing heart disease or death from a heart attack, possibly helping 1 out of 100 who take the drug. Those aren’t very good odds when ...
Views: 1695(1 vote) - Cadaveric Liver Transplant v/s Living Liver Donation: Which is better? - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2019 from Masuma LinjaviLiver transplant is an option in end-stage liver disease. There are two types of liver donors. Living liver donors and cadaver donors. Living liver donors involve grafting a part of liver to patients liver from a living donor. Cadavers or the deceased donors are those donors which are brain ...
Views: 1695 - Staying Pain Free During the Holidays - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2013 from Leon ReyfmanMost people think of the Holidays as a time to relax and unwind. But for those of us that have had to get out the Christmas lights, the decorations, or get the tree up, we know that there can be quite a few headaches during the holiday season. More than that, with all that unpacking and heavy ...
Views: 1695 - The impact of creating a "Kaizen Culture" within young adults and teenage groups - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2017 from Scott CoulterEvery year I am faced with new challenges that push my personal and professional development further into research, training, and application. Over the years, I’ve learned to embrace change and adapt to my current environment--seeking a better way to achieve success. For me, this “self-seeking” ...
Views: 1695(1 vote) - What Does Guava Taste Like? - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2017 from Victor MarchioneBefore we address the question, let’s talk about the benefits of consuming guava. Guava is said to have many health benefits. The fruit is rich in essential vitamins and minerals. It is high in vitamin C and also contains vitamins A, B, and E. It has a good amount of fiber and a relatively low ...
Views: 1695 - Surviving The Holidays (Your Guide to Fighting Holiday Weight Gain) - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2012 from Wendy StollCakes, cookies, pies…oh my! It’s that time of year when your willpower will be tested to extremes at parties and family get-togethers. The average person will gain 5-15 pounds during this food-filled season of eating. You can conquer the battle of holiday weight gain by following these simple ...
Views: 1694 - Treating Infertility With Yoga - Yoga to Help Conceive - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2011 from Jasmine KaloudisIt is possible to increase fertility with yoga poses: restorative fertility yoga postures encourage human body to be more open to conception. It is not about being more flexible and being able to curl your left leg over your right shoulder: this will not boost your fertility: yoga is about ...
Views: 1694 - Change Your Frequency Change Your Body - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2012 from Angela MinelliIn my last blog post, Sleep Time is Realignment -of- Energies Time, I talked about one of my most effective strategies I use to keep my energy aligned so that I am able to stay consistent with what I want to attract to me. Another strategy I use that I again borrow from Abraham-Hicks is the ...
Views: 1692 - 4 Steps to Experiencing Spiritual Wellness - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Kip MazuyIf you want to attain deep peace and spiritual wellness, follow these 4 easy steps. The first step in spiritual wellness is to address what you put into your body. Whatever food you eat becomes a part of your experience. And so if you are eating a lot of junk food then your body will be ...
Views: 1692(1 vote) - Talking About Aging and Disease - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2009 from Bette DowdellPeople in the health biz throw around the lingo as if everybody has a clue. Well, some do, but some don’t. And even those that do may recognize the word without understanding its meaning. So, lets talk some terminology. Especially about things that drag us down–including body parts that ...
Views: 1690(2 votes) - How to Optimize Your Nutrition to Optimize Your Body and Mind - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Ange AngladeEveryone has heard the expression, "You are what you eat." This very simple saying means more and more each day as we gain a greater understanding about how foods affect us. •The food you put into your body has an effect on your physical appearance, energy levels, bodily processes and how ...
Views: 1688 - I Feel a Sigh Coming On - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Bette DowdellWe moved a lot, so I went to ten schools in twelve years. I was always the new kid. Take it from me, most teachers are a whole lot less than delighted when the new kid turns out to be a loud, energetic tomboy who doesn’t pay attention, but still scores the highest test grades. As if that ...
Views: 1688 - To Each Their Own: 3 Healthy Foods that Don’t Work the Same for Everyone - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2018 from Brooke ChaplanWhen it comes to establishing and maintaining a healthy diet, it would be ideal if everyone could follow the same diet. After all, everything from maintaining a healthy weight to preventing disease and more are affected by the foods that you eat. Unfortunately, there is not a catch-all meal plan ...
Views: 1688 - Top 5 Essential Oils for the Body - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2017 from Harper HarmonHere are five highly used essential oils that can improve your life and give you a pleasant scent, too. Melaleuca or Tea Tree Oil Melaleuca oil remains one of the best essential oils you can use for your skin. Dr. Axe recommends tea tree oil as the perfect skin treatment. Some of the ...
Views: 1688 - Vitamin b - these water soluble vitamins why are they good? - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2011 from Jim RosenauWe need to talk about what vitamin b actually does for us. We also need to know how to take them and the side affects. Is it better taken by the pill form or are water soluble vitamins the best? Let us first find out what they do for our bodies. Most of the B-vitamins play a critical role ...
Views: 1688 - 4 Healthy Lifestyle Tips You Can Celebrate Spring With - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2015 from Michael RosenbaumWant to tap into the benefits of healthy living? There’s no better time to do so than spring . . . Spring is a time of new beginnings . . . the time to plant seeds for growth, both figuratively and literally. As the sun starts to warm the earth, energizing the world around you, it’s easier to ...
Views: 1687(1 vote) - Adding Humor to Our Life - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2012 from Maureen Brennan MercierAdding humor to our life is a wonderful way to bring in more balance. Seeing the amusement in even the most challenging aspects of life lifts our spirits. Having a change in perception is the result of adding humor to our life. Instead of seeing the glass as half empty we see the glass as ...
Views: 1687 - Does The Best Nail Fungus Treatment Really Exist? - by Submitted on May 29, 2013 from Ewen ChiaDoes the best nail fungus treatment really exist? Well, to answer your question, yes and no. You will be able to find all sorts of remedies that get rid of fungus. Some may work better than others. Let me share with you my experiences with you, and hopefully, it will help you decide on how you ...
Views: 1687 - Health Benefits of Bananas - Inside and Out - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Susan KatchurThe health benefits of bananas are numerous. They're healthy for the body, inside and out! They can improve body functions plus skin, hair and scalp. conditions. The edible inside portion and outer peel both provide healthful benefits. The banana plant is a large herbaceous flowering plant ...
Views: 1687 - More Fake Diet Methods On The Market - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2013 from Estelle GoldsteinI thought that everyone knew by now that if something is a supplement that is supposed to help you lose weight by gulping down a pill, it is going to turn out to be a lie. One of the first things they teach you in debating is that your weakest argument is an appeal to authority. Everyone who ...
Views: 1687 - Pain Management For Exercise-Related Injuries - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2012 from Wendy StollPain Management For Exercise Related Injuries It can happen to the best of us. Unexpectedly, during your workout or sporting event… BAM…an injury occurs! Do you ice it or use moist heat? Do you elevate it, wrap it, or tape it? Here are some tips to help you manage your pain and get you back ...
Views: 1686 - Answers to Reduce Redness on the Face - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2016 from Jennifer SmithThose embarrassing flare ups or ongoing problems where red spots, blotches, or skin irritation can leave you feeling like there is no hope for improvement. New products are now available to help reduce redness on the face and keep it from coming back. Signs of Redness Some people have ...
Views: 1685 - Help Heal Your Stomach With Diet & Exercise! - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2011 from Wendy StollConstipation, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), reflux, GERD…these are not pretty words, but in todays busy world doctors are seeing more patients with these stomach ailments. Stress, unhealthy eating habits, dehydration, and lack of exercise all affect our body’s ability to digest food. Try some ...
Views: 1685(1 vote) - How Biotech Can Help Pharma Better Tackle Rare Diseases - by Submitted on May 15, 2017 from Kevin XuRecent outbreaks in the United States, such as Zika and dengue fever in the South, have made it clear that rare infectious diseases know no bounds. Yet, as the threat of infectious diseases rises, government funding for research and development of cures has hit an all-time low, forcing ...
Views: 1685 - Cell Phone, Good , Bad or Ugly? - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2016 from Prof. George GrantCell Phones George Grant | September 7, 2016 | Blogs | No Comments We love our smartphones, but it turns out there are dangers associated with using cell phones. Thousands of studies link cell phone radiation to a long list of serious illnesses including cancer. Cell phone radiation exposure ...
Views: 1682(1 vote) - Vitamin C – Sunshine in a Bottle - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2013 from Sonny JuliusIf you live in a state where sunshine does not shine too frequently and you can’t go to Florida or Arizona to get more of it, you can find it in a bottle. Vitamin C in a bottle can replace the lack of sunshine you can’t get naturally. Now lying in the sun has been getting more approval then ...
Views: 1682 - ***STRENGTHEN YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM! - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2012 from Susun WeedSTRENGTHEN YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM!Herbal Allies to Help you Avoid Catching the Flu! by Susun S. Weed Winter is when we are most likely to catch a cold or the flu. With Susun Weed’s help, you can prepare yourself with herbs and home remedies to avoid infection and to build a strong immune ...
Views: 1681(1 vote) - Why Is Yoga Clothing Important For A Women - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Fushi Wellbeing LtdIf you are already practise yoga and know enough about the attire one needs then perhaps you do not need these tips and already have your yoga wardrobe organised. However if you are thinking of taking up yoga then you might want to consider some handy tips on what would be the best sort of ...
Views: 1681 - 10 signs of dementia you need to know about - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2017 from Victor MarchioneMemory loss is a growing concern worldwide as populations continue to age. Rates of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia are climbing and are expected to double. As we age, there is some normal memory loss that we experience that is harmless. But how can you tell the difference between normal ...
Views: 1680(1 vote) - Are your Anti-Depressant Pills ruining your Sexual life? - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2011 from Austin ScottAn antidepressant is a psychiatric medication used to mitigate mood disorders such as depression and dysthymia and various anxiety disorders. Antidepressants which are more commonly used are referred as SSRIs(Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors), SNRIs(Serotonin norepinephrine reuptake ...
Views: 1680 - How to lose weight with Feminy X - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2018 from Nancy LeeKnowing where to start to achieve weight loss is one of the most important steps that can guarantee the success of what you are looking for. Why, here you will know the power of FENINY X, both for exercise that you lose weight, and for using in fitness recipes, as it is one of the best ...
Views: 1680(1 vote) - What Our Athletes Can Teach Us About Recovery! - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2016 from Dr. Anne BrownThis summer in particular, we had some pretty spectacular athletic competitions in England, France, and more recently, Rio. Whether you follow cycling, tennis or any of the competitions that took place in Rio, it is hard not to be inspired and learn from some of the stories. Stories and ...
Views: 1680(1 vote) - Why are medical Alert ID Bracelets, Necklaces & Wallet Cards Important? - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2011 from Alex SmithMedical alert ID Bracelets, Necklaces along with ID wallet cards and medical tags are custom engraved with personal medical Identification information. The information has your conditions, allergies, medications & emergency contacts. Some times they can be called Emergency IDs, ICE ID, Alert ...
Views: 1680 - Are You Tired of the Diet Lies? - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2010 from Julie WilcoxsonI’m talking about all the infomercials about weight loss pills and special dumbbells, a certain piece of equipment that will make all the fat go away. Three minutes of this will give you a body as tight as a stretched rubber band with visible abs that would make any fitness pro jealous. Here’s ...
Views: 1679 - Beat Fatigue By Taking The Perfect Nap - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2012 from Orson RamseyNapping is awesome and mostly undervalued in American culture. Thankfully, the trend is starting to change. Companies from Proctor and Gamble to Google have sleep pods in their offices for employees to reserve. Dropping out of life can pay back with interest. Harvard researchers found protective ...
Views: 1679 - Book Review: Quantum Wellness - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2009 from Douglas PakThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Wellness. Wellness can refer to the maintenance of bodily health, mental acuity, overall fitness, or even spiritual happiness. Perhaps most importantly, many see true wellness as a balance between all of the above. Carol Merlo is the ...
Views: 1678(1 vote) - How Imbalanced Digestive Bacteria Cause Obesity & Heart Disease - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2010 from Byron RichardsScience now reveals that the foreign contents within your digestive tract play a dramatic role in your energy level, metabolic function, body weight, and cardiovascular health. While it is not the only causative factor involved in obesity and the metabolic syndrome it is a significant ...
Views: 1676(2 votes) - The Effects of Stress On The Person With Arthritis - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2009 from Angie CarterArthritis by itself can be very stressful and very taxing on your body. The source of the stress can be from the pain that no one but you, can understand, or it can be having enough energy to get you through one day and being totally exhausted and having to stay in bed the next day. Or looking ...
Views: 1675(5 votes) - The Big "SEE": Ten Eye-Opening Life Lessons Learned From Cancer - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2012 from Janbreathe@aol.com Janbreathe@aol.comMy diagnosis of uterine cancer over 3 years ago created an ‘emerge and see’ situation, forcing me to emerge to a higher perspective and see clearly what I needed to do to save and enrich my life. Cancer, like any life calamity, is a wake-up call. It opened my eyes in many profound ways -- that’s ...
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