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The Watercure Recipe - by Russell Mariani- Is Your Weight Up Because the Stock Market is Down? - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Caryl EhrlichBy Caryl Ehrlich When the stock market goes down does your weight go up? Do you eat because of stress, tension, anxiety, and pressure? Have financial woes given you additional reasons to eat when you’re not hungry? If you’ve lost your job or your company is downsizing, you may have time ...
Views: 931(4 votes) - Pet Therapy - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Alesia ShutePet Therapy – Why the furry friends help kids during illness and treatment Recently, the New York Times reported that the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, part of the National Institutes of Health, is looking to study whether or not animals can ...
Views: 1052(4 votes) - The Power of Play - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2013 from Andrew SchmarjeWhen was the last time you had a good laugh? The benefits of laughter are too numerous to snicker at. A good belly laugh strengthens the diaphragm and abdominal muscles. stimulates circulation, lowers serum cortisol (stress hormone) levels, and releases endorphins (euphoric hormones) raising ...
Views: 1253(4 votes) - Your Three Brains – tune-up your brain to reduce fear, clear your thinking and achieve your goals - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2009 from Dr. Cynthia MillerDid you know that your skull holds three brains, each built on top of the other serving different purposes and functions? The ancient reptilian brain, which is about 500 million years old, is the oldest and smallest part of the evolving human brain. This brain center is concerned with the ...
Views: 2333(4 votes) - Corporate Wellness Program: Fitness Boot Camp Saves Money and Increases Productivity - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2010 from Bob Weinstein, Lt. Colonel, U.S. Army, RetiredCorporate Wellness Program: Fitness Boot Camp Saves Money and Increases Productivity By Lt. Col. Bob Weinstein, USAR-Ret. Make fitness boot camp a part of your corporate culture and you will build strong teams, increase productivity and change the lives of your employees. Successfully ...
Views: 2157(5 votes) - What is Qigong? - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Rev. Keith HallQigong (Qi Gong, Chi gong, or Chi Kung, ) is a system of Taoist exercise and meditation developed at least 4000 years ago in China. The word "qigong" perhaps can be best translated as "energy mastery." It is a method of balancing mind, body, emotions, and spirit through a series of external and ...
Views: 1855(5 votes) - Deserving Wellness - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Annabel FisherWhen I was severely ill with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), the one constant factor in my somewhat restricted life was the unequivocal support I was given by my parents and my husband. If I hadn't received their love and encouragement on a daily basis, I know the journey would have been far ...
Views: 2254(6 votes) - Are you Living with If or When? - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2013 from Merna Throne, M.S.Here we are again meeting on a beautiful morning sharing our thoughts to loving the life we have, while dreaming of more. Is that the tape that is running in your head? Or is it a more defeating one? I have been using these very questions with many aspects of my life. Let’s look at these ...
Views: 1654(3 votes) - CHILL OUT - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2010 from Mary ClaybonCHILL OUT and Enjoy the Holidays Preparing for the holidays can be mind boggling and stressful, or a time to remember what really matters, chill out, relax and enjoy the season. A couple of years ago, my husband and I were returning from a November vacation and as I was thinking about ...
Views: 1061(1 vote) - "Life is Meant to Be Enjoyed, Not Endured" - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2014 from Michael Mantell“Enjoy when you can, and endure when you must,” counseled Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. But what’s with the “must”, JW? When “must” we “endure”? By the time you finish this column, you’ll realize you don’t need to ever endure life, but rather you can find enjoyment in every moment of it—even ...
Views: 3348(2 votes) - *** Stress and Insomnia - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2009 from Dr. Jim ManganielloDo you have insomnia? If you do, you’re not alone. Did you know that a third of the world’s adult population now has trouble getting to sleep or staying asleep? New research warns us that if our sleep problems persist, then we should do something about them. Here’s why. Studies show that ...
Views: 2492(1 vote) - ***3 Steps for Stopping Vocal Abuse Once and For All - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2010 from Nancy DanielsYou know you have vocal abuse but you don’t know what to do about it. Some may tell you to whisper (truly a no-no!) while others tell you to stop talking. Neither is the answer. Whispering is very hard on your vocal folds (cords) and should never be done. And, most people are not in a ...
Views: 4919(1 vote) - ***Do You Suffer From Chronic Hoarseness or Persistent Sore Throats and You're Not Sick? - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2011 from Nancy DanielsSome people can yell or talk non-stop all day and never experience hoarseness or sore throats; others cannot. Your voice is as individual to you as are your fingerprints: no two are alike. They may be similar but not exact. In that sense, your vocal apparatus is also unique. For 60 years, ...
Views: 3567(3 votes) - ***The Spirit of Simples - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2011 from Susun WeedThe Spirit of Simples by Susun S Weed What is a Simple? A "simple" is one herb used at a time. A "simpler" is an herbalist who generally uses herbs one at a time, rather than in combinations. Why Use Simples? Most herbalists I have met -- whether ...
Views: 1303(1 vote) - 13 Ways To Take Better Care of Yourself - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2009 from Charrise McCroreyWe sleep, but we don’t sleep enough. We eat, but not the right foods. We relax, but in front of the mind numbing television. We take great care of everyone else in our life, and we don’t take great care of ourselves. We allow ourselves to come dead last in the scheme of things. What is ...
Views: 9454(3 votes) - 3 Tips To Relieve Stress In Your Day - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2013 from Jennifer MarksWhen I made the commitment to do whatever it took to get healthy and regain my energy I realized that dealing with stress was an essential part of it. I practiced many natural therapies like yoga, meditation, reflexology, and energy therapy which helped me cope with daily activities. But it ...
Views: 1747(1 vote) - 3 Useful Tips to Maintain a Healthy Lifestyle - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2009 from Michael LeeContrary to popular belief, learning how to live a healthy life doesn’t require you to sacrifice most things you’re accustomed to. Sure, there are those who like taking their healthy lifestyle to a whole new level, but that doesn’t mean you have to do the same. Everyone has their own way of ...
Views: 1273(1 vote) - 53 Easy Ways to Torch 100 Calories and Other Hot Health Stories for the Week - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2011 from Sam EtkinHere are the top 5 health news stories for the week. * 53 Easy Ways to Torch 100 Calories * Take advantage of these fun ways to sneak in a burn and shed pounds effortlessly! Go here for the complete news story: http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/43497684/ns/today-today_health/ ...
Views: 1844(1 vote) - 6 Factors That Separate Great Kids From Good Ones - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2014 from Anna RodriguezWhat makes a good parent? What does it take to be successful in the noblest task of raising children? This job is daunting because there are no rules, no formula, no one to tell you exactly how to do it. Science can sometimes do the trick in helping a parent raise an achiever. For example, ...
Views: 1741(2 votes) - 6 Ways to Restore Your Energy for the Rest of Your Life - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from Paul KayeYou may be the type of person who tells yourself that you need to get away in order to rest or that you will rest when you have time. Perhaps you say that when the job or project is done, then you'll rest. Maybe you are even waiting for "the kids to be grown up" before you'll rest. This way of ...
Views: 1656(1 vote) - 7 Steps to Stop Worrying and Start Living - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2010 from Kimberley CohenMost of my life I was a worrier. I worried about everything. I was anxious about my appearance, work, doing well, the future, making mistakes and how they would affect my life, being a mom and then a single mom, what others might think or say about me, flying, etc. Whew, that was a lot ...
Views: 1554(1 vote) - 7 Tips To Help You Live A Healthier Lifestyle - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2015 from Anita GinsburgThere are many things you can do each day to boost your metabolism, reduce vitamin deficiency and more. Developing healthy habits doesn't have to be a daunting task. Below are simple tips you can follow to live a healthier lifestyle. Get Your Omega-3 Fatty Acids Even if you aren't a big fan ...
Views: 871(1 vote) - 7 Ways to Live Longer and Healthier - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsMy boyfriend went to the dentist yesterday. The one thing amiss? He doesn’t floss enough. Got me thinking – what are all the things you SHOULD be doing for your health, but aren’t? 1.) Flossing daily -- for your heart health. 2.) Sleeping 7+ hours a night (So many pros to sleeping ...
Views: 884(1 vote) - 8 Easy Habits for a Longer Life - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2009 from Lynn Baer, M.A.We all want to live longer, healthier lives. The good news is that some small precautions and habits can have a huge impact on your wellness and longevity. You might be pleasantly surprised that you are already doing some of these health-boosting activities every day! 8 Surprising Habits That ...
Views: 2665(4 votes) - 8 Facts That Proves Cannabis is Healthy For You - by Submitted on May 18, 2020 from Emily WatsonCannabis features various forms, and its list of benefits is growing. It contains CBD, which is a type of chemical that affects the brain, allowing it to function better without giving it high. It also has THC, which can relieve different kinds of pain. Both substances are extracted and enhanced ...
Views: 594(1 vote) - A Diet to Fight the Common Cold - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2009 from Tamra Hammett RD, LDNThe common cold is caused by any of a number of viruses that can involve the upper respiratory tract. As your body fights the attacking virus, you get the symptoms of a cold, including nasal congestion, sneezing and sniffles. How well protected are you against the common cold? Colds are a fact ...
Views: 908(1 vote) - A Dozen People Died In Long Weekend Crashes, What About Those with Injuries and Other Symptoms? - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Heather CarusoAt least a dozen people died in car crashes over the Victoria Day long weekend on Canadian Highways. It makes one wonder how many people were in accidents and sustained injuries that went unreported. Many people who intended to enjoy the great outdoors showed up at their local pharmacy or ...
Views: 1242(2 votes) - A Good Cry - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2014 from Tina TessinaAt the end of a client-packed day, the trash can in my office is often overflowing with used tissues. Richard, seeing this, usually comments; “Good day, huh?” and we both laugh. He knows that, when clients cry, they’re usually breaking through and healing something. I’ve ...
Views: 1598(1 vote) - A Healthy Beach Trip - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowBeach time; as we begin to settle into the balmy temperatures and sunny days, summer just wouldn’t be summer without our trips to the beach or favorite watering spot. There’s nothing like floating around on an airbed, eating watermelon in the warm sun or feeling the sand between our toes. ...
Views: 1152(1 vote) - A Laugh A Day May Keep The Doctor Away - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2008 from Marilyn GalfinA Prescription for Good Health with No Bad Side Effects Many of you may have heard the saying "laughter is the best medicine". . According to recent scientific evidence this may true. Experts such as Dr. Lee Berk of the Loma Linda University in California says ...
Views: 902(1 vote) - A New Year… A New Decade… A New Strategy… A New You! - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2010 from Bridgette CollinsIf you’re like most people, each year, you lay out your strategic plan for living healthier. Once the year starts, the plan starts to change. Despite the best intentions, you can't always anticipate how life’s challenges, demands, obligations and relationships will change what you’ve outlined ...
Views: 587(1 vote) - A Woman’s Guide to Keeping Your Man Healthy - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2019 from Julie DohertyIt is no secret than statistics show that men in general do not pay as much attention to their health as women. Even when presented with a health crisis. It appears that men are more focused on fitting in and being one of the guys in preference to making changes with their diet or lifestyle ...
Views: 1004(1 vote) - Acne Scars Can Be Cleared Up With Simple Methods - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2013 from Rick CarpenterOne of the concerns of most teenagers is to have a bad skin complexion. Acne scars are not only a huge inconvenience, but also not good for the self confidence of anyone. Today, treating and clearing up skin conditions is big business, so if you are hoping to get rid of your unsightly problem, ...
Views: 1175(1 vote) - Acupuncture Weight Loss Study. How does it work? - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2009 from Marina KimAcupuncture weight loss is one of the more effective methods that help individuals with excess weight to reduce their body fat successfully. This growing interest in acupuncture as weight loss therapy has come to the attention of researchers with the result that some of these studies have been ...
Views: 607(1 vote) - Afternoon Hunger - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowDo you ever find yourself during some post-morning time periods wondering why you feel like consuming unnecessary amounts of food when you have already had your fair share of tummy filling delights throughout your morning time zones? Do you ever feel like there is a devious little tape worm ...
Views: 1501(1 vote) - All About Liposuction - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from jannah smithLiposuction is probably the most well known cosmetic operation among people when it comes to shaving off unwanted fats and losing weight. While that may indeed be true, liposuction should not be seen as a replacement for good old exercise and a healthy diet. However, it should instead be ...
Views: 828(2 votes) - All You Have To Lose Is Your Excess Weight - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2008 from Paul RodgersIf you want to lose weight and maintain good health, it's beneficial to understand why body fat is an important factor for weight loss and health. Learning all about body fat is the first step to being successful at losing weight and toning up. Essential fat should account for at least 10 to 12 ...
Views: 847(1 vote) - Aloe Vera aids Burn Treatment, Wound Healing and Scars - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2010 from Fiona McCollAloe Vera speeds up the healing process of burns and skin wounds, stimulates the growth of new healthy skin cells, and limits the body’s production of scar tissue.The species Aloe Barbadensis is recommended extensively by naturopaths, Doctors & Specialists throughout the world. Aloe Vera is able ...
Views: 5473(4 votes) - Always Tired? Burnout & Adrenal Fatigue Solutions - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Richard ClarkeIt seems many people in the western world are tired & stressed out. Are You Burnt Out? I’m going to ask you a few questions and I want you to answer honestly: Do you struggle to get up in the mornings? Still feeling tired even though you have been sleeping all night? Do you often ...
Views: 2058(1 vote) - Amazing Health Benefits - The Magic of Sleeping on the Left Side - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2016 from Julie DohertyAs I am sure that you are aware both sides of your body are quite different. Your blood flow is quite different as is where your major organs are situated. Getting a Good night's sleep can never be underestimated when it comes to your health. But interesting here is how does the position ...
Views: 1273(1 vote) - Appendicitis - Natural Cures and Home Remedies - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2011 from Candice McInnesThe appendix - this is a small sac-like protuberance from the lower end of the large intestine. Half the abdominal emergencies are attributed to this small sac-like organ and it generally happens between the ages of 10 to 30 years. Appendicitis can be acute or chronic and it affects both male ...
Views: 1304(1 vote) - Are All Synthetic Cosmetic Ingredients Harmful? - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2010 from Teri DourmashkinAre All Synthetic Cosmetic Ingredients Harmful? While many synthetic ingredients used in commercial skin and body products are toxic or potentially toxic, there are some synthetic ingredients that are considered to be safe and non-toxic. As natural ...
Views: 2542(3 votes) - Are We Safe In Our Homes? - by Submitted on May 21, 2010 from Leah FriedmanAfter battling the freeways on the way home from work we breathe a sigh of relief when we step into our homes. Most of us know that outdoor air pollution can damage our health, but what we don’t know is that indoor air may be even more harmful. Levels of indoor air pollution can be from two ...
Views: 1241(1 vote) - Are Weight and Food Struggles Interfering With Your Professional Success? - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2009 from Melissa McCreeryStruggles with emotional eating, overeating, and weight take a tremendous amount of energy. For women business owners and professionals, these struggles can also take a major toll on their success. * A prospective client (and business owner) tells me she is avoiding public speaking ...
Views: 1308(1 vote) - Are You Really Well? - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2008 from Michelle Hazlewood"Only about 30% of the characteristics of aging are genetically determined. The other 70% are linked to lifestyle. People who lead active lives and eat healthy diets age better than those who are sedentary and unconcerned about diet." John Rowe MD Do your everyday actions lead to wellness ...
Views: 740(1 vote) - Are You Slowly Committing Suicide - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Phyllis WardI was listening to a broadcast by Adrian Rogers this morning. His message was on marriage but he made reference to our health that really struck a chord with me. His scripture reference was from Ephesians 5:29. The following scripture is from the NIV Bible: Ephesians 5:29 After all, no ...
Views: 858(1 vote) - Are You Working Yourself To Death? - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2008 from Lorraine PirihiA few years ago one of my clients felt a tingling in his finger. Being a workaholic he didn't have time to pay too much attention to it. After all he had meetings booked all day and they were more important than a tingle in his finger. He was about to leave home, then collapsed. Luckily for ...
Views: 1184(1 vote) - Arise Gently -- Holistic Tips to Begin Your Day - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2009 from Elizabeth EckertArise gently. Imagine the possibilities! Your body, mind, and spirit are all aligned to bring ever-increasing health and prosperity into your life. Your body is energized and filled with vitality. Your mind is open to fresh possibilities. Your spirit is alive. Let's create it! Perhaps, like me, ...
Views: 1140(1 vote) - Attending a Healthy Happy Hour - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowHappy Hour: TGIF-thank goodness it’s Friday! We all work hard for a living and occasionally it is time to let down our golden locks and release some steam on a Friday afternoon. We have our paycheck in hand; cash deposited in the account and when the crew decides to have a little celebration ...
Views: 1060(1 vote) - Author Interview: Body Image Expert Sarah Maria on Love Your Body, Love Your Life - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2009 from Sarah MariaPart I: Excerpts from an interview with Sarah Maria on her new book "Love Your Body, Love Your Life: 5 Steps to End Negative Body Obsession and Start Living Happily and Confidently." Question: I’ve heard many people say that disliking your body is just a normal part of being a woman [or a ...
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