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The Watercure Recipe - by Russell Mariani- It's a Buddy Thing - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowAre you stuck in an exercise warp? Are you trying to break down the barrier of boredom with your routine? Do you feel like quitting your current fitness program or are you just getting stick of going it alone? If you answered yes to any of these questions, why not recruit a friend to tour ...
Views: 1168(2 votes) - LACK OF OXYGEN - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2010 from Annukka HuotariOxygen is one of the five basic elements of life. The other four basic elements of life are: hydrogen, carbon, nitrogen and sulphur. Oxygen is the source of life. There is oxygen everywhere around us. Lack of oxygen has many effects on our health. Professor Otto Warbur (Nobel price in ...
Views: 3829(2 votes) - Looking For Less Stress? - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2010 from Esmeralda CooperThere are products out there than can actually help reduce the harmful effects of stress. People wearing and using these products are generally calmer, able to think more clearly, more focused, getting better sleep and having greater energy and stamina. The best part about relieving stress in ...
Views: 758(2 votes) - Medications for Angular Cheilitis - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Cristian StanThere are so many reasons why anyone with Angular Cheilitis would want to have it healed as soon as possible. It is not because the disease is deadly. It is not because it is contagious. Most of all, it is not due to the fact that it is not curable. Rather, it is because Angular Cheilitis ...
Views: 1417(2 votes) - Positive Thinking - Can the Way You Think Affect Your Health Physically? - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2011 from Suzanne GloverPositive thinking sometimes can be perceived as a lot of "fluff," but science has been able to prove that there's more to it than just the "placebo effect." In fact, this article answers the question, "How to be Positive Automatically" because it discusses one of the best benefits of positive ...
Views: 1666(2 votes) - Processed Meats Increase Heart Disease, Diabetes and Cancer Risk - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from John PhillipProcessed meat consumption is surging as Americans gobble up hot dogs, sausage and cold cuts in record numbers. We're paying the ultimate price for this inexpensive, easy preparation food source as the risk of heart disease, cancer and diabetes have been conclusively linked to processed meat ...
Views: 1235(2 votes) - Save Money by Slowing Down! - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWant to save money? I have a lot of ideas about how to save money and you guessed it, they are heavily inspired by living in the DR. I see people every day living on very little, so I thought and thought, and found a commonality... SLOW DOWN!! On general terms, the pace in North America ...
Views: 1111(2 votes) - Solving The Wellness Challenge - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2009 from Jill PrinceDo you know how stress is destroying your life and what to do about it? You’ve all heard of stress but most people think of stress as the emotional kind and are not aware of another kind of stress – oxidative stress. Let's talk about emotional stress first. Hans Selye is known as the ...
Views: 1423(2 votes) - Spiritual Energy: Your Renewable Resource - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2010 from Rena ReeseWhat are you? Ask that question of a thousand people and the vast majority will likely respond with their occupation or job. I am a parent, teacher, lawyer or a whatever-I-do-to-earn-money-and-fill-my-day. Yet this is not who we are. We are not what we do. Think about that for a moment; ...
Views: 2619(12 votes) - Stay Warm in Winter with Qi Gong's Tumo - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2009 from Don CampbellHere's an essay we did wth Heiner Fruehauf, founding professor of the School of Classical Chinese Medicine at the National College of Natural Medicine in Portland, Oregon. Classic Oriental medicine teaches that we are literally somewhere between heaven and earth. All traditional medicine began ...
Views: 9583(2 votes) - Stress and Sleep - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Debi Silber, The Mojo CoachStress and Sleep Are you getting enough sleep? According to the latest survey from the Better Sleep Council , 68% of American women admit to getting less than 8 hours of sleep per night. You can bet that percentage is higher among moms! Sleep eludes some of us because stresses in our lives ...
Views: 1727(2 votes) - Stressed Out? - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Louann HilleslandDid you know that there is both healthy and unhealthy stress? Some stress is good for us. A job gets us up and moving in the morning. A driving test means that we need to know the rules of the road, and the basics of driving. New responsibilities mean that we are still striving rather than ...
Views: 982(2 votes) - Suffer From Back Pain? A Shiatsu Massage Chair Provides Relief - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2008 from Steve EsquireBack pain is a very common ailment. As many as 8 out 10 people suffer from some particular sort of back pain. If you suffer from back pain, you are definately not alone. Back pain can range from a constant, dull ache to sudden sharp pains. Although aches and pains come in a awide variety, ...
Views: 2908(2 votes) - Ten Guaranteed Ways to Stop Pain from Stopping You - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2011 from Maggie PhillipsIn spite of all our efforts to get out of pain, when it persists, with it comes with feelings of despair, helplessness and hopelessness. Why try anymore when nothing seems to work? But there is hope. These ten proven ways can stop pain before it stops you. Those who have used these skills, ...
Views: 2259(4 votes) - The Atkins Diet Summarized - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2009 from Chester Ku-LeaWhat is the Atkins Diet all about? The diet was created by Dr. Robert Atkins as he worked to resolve his own overweight condition following medical school and graduate medical training. He started writing the popular series of books after successfully treating thousands of patients. The diet ...
Views: 2864(2 votes) - The Women's Guide to Thyroid Health: Understanding Symptoms of Hypothyroidism - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2009 from New Harbinger PublicationsThe things that can go wrong with your body when your thyroid function is low are so pervasive and extensive it’s startling. So many of the difficulties and indignities we learn to live with, thinking they’re an inevitable part of aging, are actually the result of low thyroid function and are ...
Views: 26975(4 votes) - Top 5 Nutritional Supplement Recommendations - by Submitted on May 11, 2009 from Douglas HusbandsDo nutritional supplements just give you “expensive urine”? No, according to a study commissioned by the Dietary Supplement Education Alliance as reported in May 2007. The study focused on calcium-vitamin D combinations, folic acid, omega-3 fatty acids, and lutein-zeaxanthin combinations. The ...
Views: 5081(2 votes) - Waking from the Dream & Reclaiming Our Spiritual Identity - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2009 from David Ott“Yet the Bible says that a deep sleep fell upon Adam, And nowhere is there reference to his waking up.” (ACIM T.C2.I.3.6) Older Souls An older soul, who understands the real purpose of our time here is to awaken or reclaim our Spiritual Identity as soon as possible, will often choose ...
Views: 2529(2 votes) - Water...Just Do It! - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2011 from Vivienne BaileyWater…Just Do It! Sharing reflexology puts me in a unique position to see the visible and tell-tale effects of dehydration on a pair of feet. When I ask people how much water they drink every day, the typical answer is almost always, “Not enough.” We all instinctively know we don’t drink ...
Views: 2248(2 votes) - What Do Hot Flashes Have To Do With Anxiety? - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2009 from Kris CallowayHot flashes triggered by anxious feelings are characterized by extra blood flow to the skin and perception of heat. Anxious hot flashes have a variety of extra minor side effects such as sweaty palms of your hands. Anxiety hot flashes are analogous to the hot flashes experienced by menopausal ...
Views: 6871(2 votes) - Why Are We Suffering from cancer? A Metaphysical View - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2009 from David ElliotThere are many theories about why we get cancer individually, they range from genetic mutations through to environmental carcinogens, improper diet and the use of cell phones and other electromagnetic equipment. I intend to look at the question from a more metaphysical perspective. First of ...
Views: 1442(2 votes) - Women Get Better With Age – and So Does the Sex! - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2010 from Allura JoyJust like fine wine, women get better with age – and so does the sex. During our younger years, social time is spent either in excessive party-mode or completely focused on academic and personal development. Curiosity about sex is generally fulfilled by amateur experimentation, books, films, ...
Views: 5400(4 votes) - “A Healthy Spirit in a Healthy Body” - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2010 from hagit dayanTake care of yourselves, your body and your family and friends, with much love Both the vitality level and the energy level of our bodies are affected from the way we live our lives and from the way we treat our bodies. We are influenced by the food we eat, the drinks we sip and consume into ...
Views: 4474(2 votes) - “I live to laugh and laugh to live.” (Milton Berle, 1908~2002) - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2011 from Chuck GallozziA reader writes, “I read your article, The Benefits of Laughter, and while finding it most informative I also felt as though it were rubbing salt in a wound. You see, unfortunately I cannot laugh, and have been looking for all sorts of medical help with this problem. Of course you didn’t know ...
Views: 1608(4 votes) - Holiday Stress - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2009 from Tim DamgaardAs the holidays are upon us, it seems that stress levels tend to continue rising and end the year at an all time high. Are you one of those people who enjoy the holidays and all the activity and pace or are you someone who just makes it through and is glad when it’s over? As much as we all have ...
Views: 1459(7 votes) - Healthy Eating on a Shoestring Budget - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2012 from Kathryn BeachIf you only had $300 a month to spend on groceries for a family of four, could you do it? Maybe you would need more than $300, but this guide to eating on $300 a month will show you the basics so you will know how to add on if necessary. Whatever your reason for having a tight budget, the ...
Views: 7163(5 votes) - Ten Top Ways to Have More Positive Energy - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from karen Hood-CaddyWith our environment consciousness these days, we are all being careful to ensure we use energy wisely. But what about our personal energy? Just as we want to make sure the heat doesn't leak out the windows and doors of our houses, we need to have the same awareness of the energy leaks in ...
Views: 1304(5 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: 1683(5 votes) - Creative Problem Solving For Increasing Workplace Productivity - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2011 from Rick CarterIncreasing workplace productivity is a major source of stress in the workplace. Management is under pressure to get more done in less time at less cost. Workers are under pressure to learn new technologies, or new procedures with out-dated technologies. The resulting stress can be crippling, ...
Views: 2505(8 votes) - ***The Only Way to Successfully 'Treat' Vocal Abuse - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2009 from Nancy DanielsI receive emails on a daily basis regarding vocal abuse – not just from those who are experiencing difficulty in talking but from singers as well. The only piece of advice I give them is to take the pressure off of the throat and vocal folds (cords) and allow their chest to become their ...
Views: 3173(3 votes) - A Life Changing Diagnosis - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2013 from Joanne DufaultTwo years ago, my life changed dramatically. Although I was diagnosed with a life-long neurological disorder for which there is no cure and no hope for a cure during my lifetime, my life is better than it was before the diagnosis. Of course, you are wondering HOW my life could be ...
Views: 1188(3 votes) - Acne: Fight Acne with Diet Changes - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2009 from Michelle Howard SmithAcne can be an embarrassing condition and while many think acne is a "teen disease", evidence has show that it affects teenagers and adults. If your skin is acne prone, changing your diet can help to the condition. There are common myths about what actually causes acne but one of the biggest ...
Views: 1899(3 votes) - Consider Your Own Mortality in the Wake of Michael Jackson's Death - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2009 from James LeGrandThe deaths of Michael Jackson, Farrah Fawcett, and pitchman Billy Mayes has many of us seriously thinking about our own mortality. Most of us never consider our own mortality. Our own death is never thought about or discussed. In fact, the American culture is extremely afraid of death – so ...
Views: 1803(3 votes) - Fit Tips for this Holiday Season - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2009 from Jennifer Ettinger1. Schedule your workouts! Book them in your day planner or phone just like you would for a doctor's appointment or Hair appointment. 2. Make your workouts shorter in length (20-25 minutes in length) so you stay consistent and committed to your weekly routine. 3. We all have heard this ...
Views: 1583(3 votes) - How to Listen to Your Heart - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2010 from Sarah MariaFor me, 2010 will be the year of the heart. In the West, most people think of the mind as being the source of insight, wisdom, knowledge and guidance. People think that the mind is where they will find the answers to life’s most important questions; it is where they think they will discover ...
Views: 8247(3 votes) - How to practice after you buy a fly fishing rod? - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2011 from Bryan CañonFly fishing used to be a way of life but now is a popular sport enjoyed by many. Those who have a hectic and busy life find fly fishing a relaxing and rewarding sport. Enjoying a catch for relaxation or for a fresh dinner is a treat when you go fly fishing. The growing popularity of the sport ...
Views: 1098(3 votes) - Managing Stress - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2009 from Cheryl HitchcockStress is something that comes with everyday life, and there are ways to manage stress so that it doesn't consume you. I am going to share with you some tips that can help you cope with stress and gain back your control. Stress comes from the mind. It's based on our own perceptions and ...
Views: 1291(6 votes) - New Year New You - by Submitted on Dec 24, 2009 from Patti ArmusWith the holiday season upon us and the New Year fast approaching, most of us start thinking “New Year’s Resolutions.” We can’t help it. A New Year. A new beginning. A clean slate. It’s like being born all over again. We can start from scratch, be any thing or any body we want. Cast off ...
Views: 1887(3 votes) - Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain Relief - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2010 from Tamer ElsafyAccording to the Arthritis Foundation, Rheumatoid Arthritis affects 1.3 million Americans. Although there are several theories, so far, the cause of RA is still unknown. In addition, there is no cure to date, but it is getting easier to control RA through the use of remedies, exercise, and joint ...
Views: 1466(3 votes) - Slow Down, You Move Too Fast - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2009 from Karen SchachterDo you ever feel like you resemble a hamster on a wheel - running and running and running, with no time off and no chance to catch your breath? This is a common theme among many of my clients, and as a mom of two young children as well as a business owner, it is one I can certainly relate to. ...
Views: 975(3 votes) - The Motivation Mind Game: Tapping Out the Issues of Motivation - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2009 from Karen BurtonDo you ever FEEL like it is an uphill battle just to get your butt out of bed and out the door in the morning? Does the word “workout” bring on a feeling of dread and emotional trauma? Do you ever feel like you have no energy—and it’s only noon? Do you feel POWERLESS in your life on how to ...
Views: 1792(3 votes) - Two Types of Stress - by Submitted on May 08, 2010 from Jill PrinceMany people don’t know there are actually two major stress categories that affect us everyday of our lives. Most have already heard of the term “emotional stress”, but it seems that few people have heard of the term “oxidative stress.” We understand emotional stress to be that fight or ...
Views: 2797(3 votes) - We Are Not Our Bodies - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2010 from Mike RobbinsI shaved my head again last week. This is the fourth time in the past five years I've done this. As has been the case for me before - it feels both liberating and vulnerable. My hair has been thinning for about ten years (most significantly in the past two or three) and, as I've written ...
Views: 1647(3 votes) - What is good health and how do we get it - by Submitted on May 23, 2013 from Peter RoseWhat is good health and how do we get it. By Peter Rose FSI Most people wish to have or to remain in, good health, but what is that? To some it is the simple absence of pain; to others it is the ability to perform a specified physical activity with ease. My personal definition of good health ...
Views: 1020(3 votes) - Wing Therapy™ with B.B. Berg - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from BB BergWing Therapy™ with B.B. Berg A few months ago, being out of work, out of money and feeling lost and without a purpose, I started a prayer campaign to find a job. I prayed with this in mind: Work that would have 3 factors:* 1. Beauty (that I would love this work) 2. Benefit (that it would ...
Views: 1922(3 votes) - 100 People Will Die of an Overdose in The U. S. Today! - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2009 from Regina MurphyFor generations now we have been told to take a pill for everything. It's really beginning to take it's toll on the population. The fasting growing population in America is those who have buried someone they love due to a drug overdose. You would think that we are talking about teens and young ...
Views: 2972(4 votes) - 8 Natural Healing Remedies For Varicose Veins - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2009 from Edith LingenfelterVaricose veins are weakened veins that lack the strength they once had to return the blood to the heart. Veins in the legs are the most easily affected, for they are straight down from the heart. Blood that circulates to the legs must be pumped back up to the heart. But, veins are equipped ...
Views: 1388(4 votes) - Attention Crohn’s and IBD Sufferers – Harvard Researchers Discover the Obvious About How Genetically Modified Foods Lead to Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Crohn’s and Ulcerative Colitis - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Emanuel Barling, Jr.A September 16, 2010 conducted by Cell Host & Microbe, Harvard School of Public Health (“HSPH”) researchers found that “certain bacteria that inhabit the intestines provides the environmental trigger that initiates and perpetuates chronic intestinal inflammation in individuals who are ...
Views: 3818(4 votes) - How to Achieve a Mindful Moment - by Submitted on May 13, 2010 from Robin EschlerA pot of beautiful, blooming tea, a relaxing moment and time away from the stresses of the day, a comfortable place to sit and observe the simple beauties unfolding before you, everyone needs such a moment in every day of our lives. “Impossible!” you say? “How can I possibly make a habit of ...
Views: 1327(4 votes) - How to Cure Panic attacks - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2009 from Alex TravisPanic attack cures aren’t just a bunch of hype, they really do work. I know because I have been able to use them to overcome what I once thought was the most desperate situation of my entire life. The fear of feeling like I couldn’t breathe as well as that the room was closing in on my was ...
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