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The Watercure Recipe - by Russell Mariani- Breakfast of Champions - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Young KimEver wonder why breakfast is called breakfast? It's called breakfast because you're breaking a fast. Think about it. Unless you actually eat a fourth meal at midnight, when you wake up each morning, you haven't eaten in almost 12 hours. You've been fasting. Your morning meal is literally ...
Views: 1351(4 votes) - Health Is the Fertilizer; Wealth Is the Fruit - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2012 from Roberta MittmanThe most well-adjusted, happiest, healthiest individuals are those who carry good habits through their work and personal lives alike--and the habit of self-care is among the most important. Guess what? Those same individuals are also more likely to be comfortable financially. It wasn't ...
Views: 1350 - You Are What You Eat - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2011 from Joanne JacksonWe’ve all heard the phrase “you are what you eat”. It’s a popular phrase in that it does hold some truth to it. The foods we eat contain a wide variety of essential and nonessential nutrients, as well as other substances that can affect our body functions. There are six classes of ...
Views: 1350 - 7 tips to channel Mr. Sandman - by Submitted on May 16, 2012 from Renee HeigelIt feels so awesome to sleep deeply and wake up in your own little drool puddle on occasion. Do you love waking up, lying in your cozy bed for a bit and taking in the dreams that you have each night? ENTER SANDMAN. Great tune, but not the road we are traveling today. Today, it’s ...
Views: 1349 - Cell Phones - the New Cigarettes? - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2012 from Pat MeansThe Environmental Health Trust, a group that promotes awareness of environmental issues they believe are linked to cancer, recently questioned a study published last year by the Journal of the National Science Institute that concluded that cell phone usage is not harmful to children. The Trust ...
Views: 1349 - Eliminating Sweat-Related Odors - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2010 from Megan WinegarSweating is a normal, healthy part of your body's system for temperature regulation. There are two types of sweat glands in your body - eccrine and apocrine glands. Eccrine glands secrete a fluid when your body temperature rises, and it's mostly water and salt. However, when you experience ...
Views: 1349(1 vote) - Endocrine-Hormone Disrupting Chemicals and Reproductive Health - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Dr. Spence PentlandA large number of widely used substances (pesticides, common household items and chemicals, industrial chemicals, metals) have been shown to have estrogen-mimicking and other endocrine-hormone disrupting effects, including; 2,4-D is applied to grassy crops such as wheat, home and public ...
Views: 1349(1 vote) - Feeling Old and Tired? 3 Ways to Fire Up Your Qi - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2013 from Roberta MittmanAs a licensed, nationally board-certified acupuncturist, I love that 5000-year-old healing practices have an important role in so many modern lives. Another valuable nugget based in ancient Chinese medicine? The idea that everything important begins with one force: qi. Qi (pronounced "chee"), ...
Views: 1349 - This is a Powerful Predictor of Your Well-Being - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2019 from Sheryl PaulWe all have inside of us a well of Self. This is a fluid well that is continuously being drained and refilled by how we spend our time, depleted and nourished by how we move through our inner and outer worlds. When the well is full, we are resourced and regulated, which means we’re more adept at ...
Views: 1349 - 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: 1349(1 vote) - Why Is it Difficult to Change? - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Cheryl HitchcockThis month a lot of changes are on the horizon and I thought it might be interesting to tackle the subject of change and why it is difficult to change. Sometimes we welcome change into our lives, but other times we resist and run the opposite direction. Even if we know we need to make a ...
Views: 1349 - Egg donation and sperm donation - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2019 from kathy mitchellEgg and sperm donation is becoming more common in the sphere of reproductive medicine. Nevertheless, there are still many misunderstandings and social and legal complexities. Egg and sperm donation is becoming more common in the sphere of reproductive medicine. Nevertheless, there are still ...
Views: 1347 - The Health Advantages of Turmeric - by Submitted on May 17, 2012 from Edith MillanAyurvedic medicine is known to use health benefits from herbs and spices to give the body the maximum protection it needs against particular diseases and ailments. One of the advantageous herbs is turmeric, which is also a native spice for many meals. Turmeric is among the most plentiful herbs ...
Views: 1347 - Magnesium: The Miracle Mineral - by Submitted on May 08, 2014 from Lorraine MaitaMagnesium is a miraculous mineral that is responsible for activating over 300 enzymatic reactions in the body. You need it to make ATP, the energy molecule as well as for proper heart, nerve and muscle function. Magnesium is necessary for protein synthesis, blood sugar control, and blood ...
Views: 1346 - Potassium Offsets Salt-Induced Cardiovascular Distress - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Byron RichardsPotassium is highly concentrated in your cells, whereas sodium (salt) is concentrated between your cells. New science is showing that a lack of potassium is a primary reason why salt can cause high blood pressure and cardiovascular damage. This is especially important in the summer ...
Views: 1346 - Safeguarding Thyroid Health From Nuclear Radiation With Iodine - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2013 from Louise O'ConnorLouise O'Connor, Naturopath + Wellness Coach The magnitude 9.0 earthquake that hit the north eastern coast of the main Japanese island of Honshu near the port city of Sendai on March 11, 2011 and the subsequent tsunami will be go down in history as causing one of the world’s worst nuclear ...
Views: 1346(1 vote) - Most Common Psychological Causes of Erectile Dysfunction - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2019 from Smith WrightIn some cases, men who experience harm or sexual tension in childhood may very well build up erectile problems in the future. If you have had this type of experience, the chances are good that erectile dysfunction is not your only struggles and you should honestly consider seeking professional ...
Views: 1345(3 votes) - Prescribed Natural Medicine Vs Prescription Drug Medication - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2019 from Julie DohertyYour Choice – Your Health Medicines, both natural and pharmaceutical medicines, are a big business, it is overwhelming, confusing and can be totally over the top expensive, ineffective if you don’t know what you are doing or who you can trust. It has been my commitment throughout my career as ...
Views: 1345 - Tips: How to Stay Healthy Even During the Holidays - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2010 from Brendan McCarthy‘Tis the beginning of the most wonderful time of the year. There’s eggnog and pumpkin pie and roast turkey and hams and Christmas cookies. There are office parties and family gatherings to go to, much food and drink to imbibe and enjoy. This is one hellish scenario for any individual ...
Views: 1345 - 3 Ways to Prepare Mentally for the Challenges of Weight Loss - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2017 from Brooke ChaplanEvery year an estimated 45 million Americans embark on a weight loss journey. What not all these dieters realize is that before any real physical change can happen, there must be a plan. Think of it like a family vacation. You wouldn’t wake up one day, decide to go on a two-week European ...
Views: 1344 - Diabetes – Is Your Lifestyle Putting You at Risk? - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2011 from Dr. Nathalie BeauchampWhat would you say if I told you that not only is Type 2 diabetes preventable, it is by and large curable if you are willing to make some simple, inexpensive lifestyle changes? Believe it! Diabetes rates for both adults and children are climbing out of control! Currently, one in four ...
Views: 1344 - Good Housekeeping For Your Body - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2014 from Richard ClarkeThrough life as a personal trainer and health coach people often look up to me and see me as a role model when it comes to exercise and healthy eating. People often ask me questions like what do I have for breakfast, what do I do in the gym every day, why don't I ever fall off the 'health wagon' ...
Views: 1344(1 vote) - How Gardening Can Improve Your Health - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2011 from Noah LockeWhen many people think of gardening, they often picture retired seniors with large sun hats and khaki shorts, plowing rows of tomatoes on warm spring days in Palm Springs. Because of this common misconception, many younger people shy away from gardening because they think of it as an exclusively ...
Views: 1344(1 vote) - Posture and Structural Integration - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2009 from Gilad SchafmanIn our childhood some of us have heard the expression "straiten up", "How are holding your body" and other expressions intended to improve one's posture because it is slouchy. Practically making an effort to straiten up is short term and based on force that is why after a few minutes the posture ...
Views: 1344 - Wake Up Your Inner Spring - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2014 from Lori BurgerThis weekend, as I was driving my car, with the roof down, I almost started crying. It was a most beautiful day… warm and sunny and the trees had just started to bloom. The day felt like a beautiful gift. I started to think of all the good things I had in my life and realized how lucky I was. My ...
Views: 1344(1 vote) - Connecting the Heart, Mind, Body, and Soul - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2019 from Kay FontanaThe key to optimal wellness lies much deeper than eating healthy and exercising. Caring for our body requires attention to the emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual aspects of our being. In other words, optimal wellness is about connecting our heart, mind, body, and soul. The ...
Views: 1343 - Do Vitamin Users Get More Cancer? - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2010 from Wendy Montes de ocaIs Your Multivitamin Dangerous? By Suzanne Dixon, MPH, MS, RD The latest study on vitamins and health is out. It isn’t pretty. This research adds to other studies suggesting that multivitamins don’t improve health. They may, in fact, increase risk of chronic diseases, such as heart disease, ...
Views: 1343(6 votes) - Why you’re still at risk for the flu even if you’re vaccinated - by Submitted on May 12, 2016 from Victor MarchioneFlu season is right around the corner, and those over the age of 65 have a higher chance of catching it than other age groups. For this reason, many seniors opt to get the flu shot, but if you’re like the many older adults who are on cholesterol-lowering statins, it may be ineffective. Two ...
Views: 1343 - 2 Top Dangers of Being "Normal" - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2010 from Roberta MittmanMy washing machine always gets a chuckle out of me (good thing when you're doing lots of laundry, right?). Take a look at the dial. There's a setting for "normal." Apparently the manufacturer assumes that we, as intelligent consumers, identify, understand, and collectively agree that a certain ...
Views: 1342 - Adopt a New Strategy for Success - by Submitted on May 15, 2012 from Roberta MittmanWe've heard often that fear of failure is why many plans--business, lifestyle, wellness, personal relationships--fall through. Fear of failure is a significant problem. But fear of failure is not always what lies at the heart of disappointment and lack of results. The more deeply hidden hurdle ...
Views: 1342 - Break These 7 Workplace Eating Habits - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2016 from Lance BregerAt least 1/3 of a 24-hour workday is spent at work and for the vast majority of professionals their job is still performed at an office. It is estimated that we make over 200 food-based decisions per day! This suggests that a large % of our eating and drinking decisions happen at work and at the ...
Views: 1342 - Enjoy a New Twist on Water to Meet Your Fluid Needs - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2013 from Bonnie GillerWater is an important essential nutrient that is often overlooked. The average amount of fluid recommended for the adult male (non-active) is approximately 12 cups per day, and for the adult female (non-active) is approximately 9 cups per day. This fluid requirement can technically be met ...
Views: 1342 - Planning for Successful Weight Loss - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2010 from John PhillipThe best way to achieve your weight loss goal is to establish a realistic plan that you can incorporate into a new healthy lifestyle. It must be realistic and sustainable after you reach your target weight so you can maintain your results with minimal effort. Most people have a very hectic ...
Views: 1342(1 vote) - Reverse Fatty Liver - Can I Change My Diagnosis? - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonFatty liver is a condition that many people worldwide have been diagnosed with. On the same hand, the vast majority of those individuals have been able to successfully, reverse fatty liver progression by only making a few very important lifestyle and dietary modifications. Keep in mind, the ...
Views: 1342 - SUMMER, SUN AND VITAMIN D—THE SUNSHINE HORMONE - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2011 from Iris Rosenfeld, DCHave you heard about the benefits of Vitamin D? Are you curious about what it is and how it works? How do you know if you are Vitamin D deficient? Is being outside important for Vitamin D levels? Summer is here and it’s the time for fun in the sun and heading outdoors to soak up its warm ...
Views: 1342 - Change, You Can! - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2009 from Pam MurphyRemember when you were 20? You thought you'd live forever. Have you ever said to yourself "gee it seems like yesterday I was dying to be 21" and now here I am in my 40's (50's etc)". Wow. How does that happen? Time flies. It's a blink of an eye from "gee I need to lose 10 lbs" to "gee I need ...
Views: 1341(1 vote) - How To Reclaim Your Brain from the Walking Dead - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2017 from Michele MolitorAre you going out as a Zombie for Halloween? As a busy woman, executive or business owner –you’re probably a pretty good plate spinner or whirling dervish, as you get pulled in multiple directions on any given day to fulfill your duties as boss, manager, mom, cat herder, taxi driver, friend, ...
Views: 1341(1 vote) - Is pneumonia contagious? Types and symptoms of pneumonia - by Submitted on May 19, 2016 from Victor MarchioneIf you ever wondered whether pneumonia is contagious, we are here to address your concerns. First of all, pneumonia is inflammation of the lung tissue, caused by a virus, bacteria, or fungus. In pneumonia, the air sacs become filled with pus. What part of the lung is affected and whether it is a ...
Views: 1341 - Parachute Jump or Create a New Company at 90? The choice is yours… - by Submitted on May 01, 2011 from James "Mac" McPartlandSome say that life is too short when in fact most of us take too long to begin living it. Many of us have grand travel plans to that infamous place called “someday”; the place we’ll go to enjoy ourselves and try something we have always wanted to. Of course, not until our obligations and ...
Views: 1341 - Home Remedies To Last Longer In Bed: Steps To Last Longer In Bed - Premature Ejakulation - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2018 from Melvin SheltonHome Remedies To Last Longer In Bed: Steps To Last Longer In Bed - Premature Ejakulation When, during intercourse, a man ejaculates quite early than he would have wanted to, the condition is termed as premature ejaculation. You take it as a problem when ejaculation occurs in men only within ...
Views: 1340 - Prevent Yourself From Getting the Flu - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2012 from sarah labdarFeeling rundown, sneezing, coughing, or fatigued? All are symptoms of the flu, a contagious virus that usually spreads throughout the population during the late fall through early spring. The US experiences annual outbreaks of the seasonal flu however other variations include H1N1, bird flu and ...
Views: 1340 - September Is the Urology Awareness Month - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2017 from Harshad JethraSeptember is the Urology Awareness Month. Let's know more about the same. Urology conditions are often associated with a stigma. There are cases wherein one suffers from a urology issue, and still, one might choose to suffer silently instead of trying to find the suitable treatment. It is ...
Views: 1340 - Weight Loss: Can You Lose Weight AND Snack? - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2010 from Lisa NelsonThere is a general perception that snacking is bad and you need to cut out snacking if you want to lose weight. Well, the opposite is actually true. It is important to eat regularly, every three to four hours to maintain your metabolic rate (the rate your burn calories throughout the day), ...
Views: 1340(1 vote) - Can You Identify Gymnema Sylvestre Side Effects? - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2012 from Edith MillanBoth diabetes and obesity instances are rising in number at an alarming rate. Excessive sugar intake is the main reason for this. The proper diet along with exercise can help combat these common medical problems. Adhering to a diet plan, nevertheless, can be difficult for most people. Exercising ...
Views: 1339 - Dealing with Cometing Anxiety - Faceyour Demons - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2011 from Emma JamesSo there you are, faced with a weight you are either not sure about, got squashed by before, never tried or were told by your Great Aunt Maud that you would never amount to much therefore you probably wont get it. Or everyone is watching you which means if you don’t get it you will look like a ...
Views: 1339(1 vote) - Sleep…It’s Overrated! Or Is It? - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2017 from Mike LoganSleep is one of the most important (and easy) things that we can do to keep our bodies healthy, yet in this ever increasingly busy, crazy world that we are a part of, we seldom get enough. Sleep is so central to our health and well-being that an inadequate amount can put us at greater risk ...
Views: 1339 - Activities That Will Help Relieve Stress - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2012 from Wolf MatejekSome people think that it’s almost impossible to find an outlet while under stress. Most stressed individuals think that doing fun activities will not reduce the effect of problems that they tackle under career, social or personal pressure – which is a very poor way to get cope or rid them of ...
Views: 1338 - Learn to Meditate - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Lisa HepnerOne of the most common questions people ask about meditation is, “how do I get rid of thoughts during meditation?” The short answer is, “you don’t.” Now, you might think that may sound harsh, but it’s the truth. And it’s complete freedom! In the past, when I tried meditating, I was ...
Views: 1338(1 vote) - Natural Detox Solutions For Living La Vida Toxic - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumToxins are everywhere robbing people of vitality and energy. Discover simple yet effective steps to finally get toxins out of your body and life. Toxins are perhaps the greatest threat to people’s health. Modern living has introduced toxins into the food chain, the air and water. Even ...
Views: 1338 - The Nature of a Colon Cleanse Procedure - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2011 from Calanthe MossKeeping the external parts of the body is a simple task and can be achieved with some water and soap. Why is there a need to clean the internal body? Removing any pollutants and toxins from the body can be a good thing for the body. The purpose is to remove toxins from the colon so as to ...
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