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The Watercure Recipe - by Russell Mariani- Do You Know How Toxic Your Sunscreen Is? - by Submitted on May 22, 2016 from Laura DankofYou have been told to wear sunscreen to protect your skin from the harmful rays of the sun. You have been told that if you don’t where sunscreen you are increasing your risk of sun damage and the most deadly form of skin cancer, melanoma. Did you know that the sunscreen you are using may ...
Views: 1045 - 5 Diet Tips for Menopause - by Submitted on May 22, 2016 from Laura DankofYou know one of the biggest struggles in menopause is trying to figure out what to eat. It seems that just looking at food can make you gain weight. Certainly your hormones have something to do with this, but so does stress, how much sleep you get and environmental toxins. That is what makes ...
Views: 1298 - 4 New Healthy Habits To Drastically Improve Your Life - by Submitted on May 20, 2016 from Evan Borneman(article can be viewed with graphics at https://isolatorfitness.com/blog/healthy-habits-to-improve-your-life/) Have you ever sat back and wondered what made you different than the people you see out running on your morning commute, or those leaving the gym while you’re heading in to your ...
Views: 1491 - Healthy Eating, It’s Easier Than You Think - by Submitted on May 20, 2016 from Evan Borneman(article can be viewed with graphics at https://isolatorfitness.com/blog/healthy-eating-its-easier-than-you-think/) Counting Calories Doesn’t Always Equal Healthy Eating Changing the way in which you’ve been eating for your entire life can be a daunting task. Trying to count calories, and ...
Views: 1459 - Health is Wealth - by Submitted on May 20, 2016 from Evan Borneman(article with graphics can be viewed at https://isolatorfitness.com/blog/health-is-wealth/) The idea “health is wealth” is a fairly recent attitude shift. Today, we are more concerned than ever with our health, fitness, nutrition, and overall wellness. The trend in health consciousness ...
Views: 1057 - Gardening: Healthy Garden, Healthy Self - by Submitted on May 20, 2016 from Evan Borneman(can also be viewed with graphics at https://isolatorfitness.com/blog/gardening-healthy-garden-healthy-self/) Healthy living doesn’t just mean spending a few hours at the gym every week and watching what you eat. Living a healthy lifestyle is about incorporating healthy behaviors into every ...
Views: 1085 - Family Fitness: Stay Active All Spring - by Submitted on May 20, 2016 from Evan Borneman(can also be viewed with graphics at https://isolatorfitness.com/blog/family-fitness-stay-active/) Don’t let the kids have all of the fun out in the sun, hunting for Easter eggs, jumping in puddles, and playing games with their siblings and friends this spring! Get out of the house and enjoy ...
Views: 1147 - 24 Proven Coconut Oil Uses and Benefits - by Submitted on May 20, 2016 from Evan Borneman(can also be viewed at https://isolatorfitness.com/blog/24-proven-coconut-oil-uses-and-benefits/) Unless you live under a rock, it’s likely that you’ve heard some buzz about how using coconut oil in your cooking is a healthy alternative to other types of cooking oils, fats, and butters. But ...
Views: 1328 - Cardio Training: 13 Reasons to Add Cardio Training to Your Workout - by Submitted on May 20, 2016 from Evan Borneman(Article can also be viewed at https://isolatorfitness.com/blog/cardio-training-13-reasons-to-add-cardio-training-to-your-workout/) The alarm buzzes early waking you from a restful night sleep. You dress quickly in your workout gear and head off to the gym to get in some strength training. ...
Views: 1138 - Do it Yourself Womens Beauty and Fashion Tips - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2016 from Brandon LeibowitzEver have trouble zipping up your favorite dress before work in the morning? No roommate to help you fasten a bracelet with a pesky clasp? These problems will be a thing of the past with a few easy tips and tricks. Here are five do it yourself fashion and beauty tips will have you feeling like ...
Views: 1287(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: 1346 - Heart disease kills 1 in 3 Americans: Study - by Submitted on May 17, 2016 from Victor MarchioneHeart disease has always been the number one killer of Americans but now new research suggests it affects more people than ever – one in three. In 2013 heart disease was responsible for claiming the lives of 801,000 Americans which includes heart conditions like heart attack, heart failure, and ...
Views: 855 - Women regain fertility loss from polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) by losing weight - by Submitted on May 17, 2016 from Victor MarchionePolycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) can lead to infertility in women, but research suggests exercise and weight loss can help women regain fertility. Polycystic ovarian syndrome is an endocrine system disorder affecting female fertility and reproduction. Ovaries become enlarged and small ...
Views: 829 - Three Reasons to Choose an Urgent Care Center - by Submitted on May 17, 2016 from Lora DavisThere is no doubt that the standard emergency room can provide medical care to cover a wide range of problems; in most cases that are where the convenience actually ends. On any normal day, you can expect of a typical emergency room near me to experience long lines, high prices as well as a ...
Views: 467 - Reducing Joint Pain During Pregnancy With Natural Remedies - by Submitted on May 16, 2016 from Josef BichlerMothers to be have to make sure not only that they remain healthy, but protect the health of their growing child. Many future mothers have to deal with joint pain during pregnancy and they need to find safe ways to control pain without medication and chemicals that might pose risks for the ...
Views: 955 - Should you start on a colon cleanse? - by Submitted on May 15, 2016 from Victor MarchioneA colon cleanse is similar to an enema, but uses more water. By inserting a tube into the rectum, nearly 20 gallons of fluid is used to cleanse the colon. The fluid solution may contain probiotics or herbs to help with the cleansing. The fluid, along with the waste, is then released by a regular ...
Views: 938 - High risk with not swallowing pills correctly - by Submitted on May 15, 2016 from Victor MarchioneGrowing up you might remember your parents and guardians warning you to stay away from substances such as drain cleaners and strong detergents. Swallowing them can cause serious health damage, including esophagitis. Well, it turns out that if pills get caught in our throat, they can also cause ...
Views: 621 - 3 reasons you should love your gut - by Submitted on May 15, 2016 from Lynda EnrightYou probably don’t spend a lot of time thinking about your gut, unless it is causing you discomfort. I certainly wasn’t thinking about my gut when I was eating fast food and drinking sugary pop. But when it started causing me problems, I started to notice. We often focus on the things we see ...
Views: 1189 - Irritable bowel syndrome symptoms, recognizing IBS signs, triggers, and types - by Submitted on May 12, 2016 from Victor MarchioneIrritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms can occur at any time, leaving you bloated, cramping, and overall uncomfortable. Furthermore, symptoms are ever-changing and IBS flare-ups can range in severity as well, so if you don’t know what triggers the symptoms, you could be left with the burden ...
Views: 1408 - 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: 1349 - Side effects of drinking too much diet soda - by Submitted on May 11, 2016 from Victor MarchioneDrinking soda can have negative health effects; more specifically, drinking too much diet soda can have serious health side effects. Just because they added the word “diet,” it doesn’t mean it is any healthier. In fact, the diet variety can be more harmful as it contains aspartame and other ...
Views: 847 - Figuring Out Phytochemicals - by Submitted on May 11, 2016 from Bonnie GillerWhen experts talk about the health benefits of foods, the word “phytochemicals” often appears. Unfortunately, many people don’t know what phytochemicals are or what they do. Phytochemical is a broad term for chemical compounds that naturally occur in nature, specifically, in fruits and ...
Views: 1185 - Use Color to Reduce Chaos and Improve Well-Being - by Submitted on May 10, 2016 from Pat HeydlauffDoes one room in your house make you feel relaxed while another makes you feel jittery? Are there rooms in your home you absolutely hate to go into and others that beckon you all day long? Do you wince when you just open the door to your office or bedroom? It’s all about color. The Pantone ...
Views: 2061 - The Biggest Loser: Reality TV But Not Reality Living - by Submitted on May 05, 2016 from Michael MantellOne of the "hats" I wear now that I'm fully retired from clinical practice as a psychologist for the past couple of years, is Director of Transformational Behavior Coaching for the Premier Fitness Camp, http://www.premierfitnesscamp.com/America's top-rated optimal health, weight management and ...
Views: 1376(1 vote) - Risk of aneurysm in the abdomen higher in psoriasis - by Submitted on May 05, 2016 from Victor MarchioneA new study found that psoriasis patients are more likely to develop ananeurysm in the abdomen, compared to those without the autoimmune disorder. Although the risk is small, it is still important to note. The researchers also found that the risk of an abdominal aneurysm increases with the ...
Views: 1080 - Prince Made Us Dance & It's Healthy - by Submitted on May 04, 2016 from Michelle StewartThere has been a lot of dancing in the streets and reflections on music as a backdrop to life experiences. In musing over the changes that occur when the music from a legendary artist stops, we don't think about the importance of music in helping us stay healthy. Moving more and eating less ...
Views: 815 - Certain benefits of hiring massage services in the abode - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2016 from Robin joMassage is the only way to get a good relaxation. It soothes the nerves of the body and helps us to relieve our tension and stress. A good massage therapist knows the real techniques. Today, several massage centers provide services at home. We are living in an era which requires our time and ...
Views: 924 - Five Tips to Help You Boost Self-Confidence - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2016 from Anita GinsburgThere are very few things in life that trump the importance of how you feel about yourself. Self-confidence and self-love are often things that people miss or do not have enough of in today's competitive world. Life becomes simpler when you are able to love yourself. You will no longer beat ...
Views: 827 - New and Know Co Q10 Benefits - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2016 from Lorraine MaitaCo Q 10, also known as ubiquinol or ubiquinone, is essential for the mitochondria to produce energy. The mitochondria are in every cell of your body. They generate energy to keep cells alive. If mitochondria are not functioning properly illness and cell death occurs. Co Q10 benefits the ...
Views: 1247(1 vote) - Halt Illness Before it Arrives with Preventive Medicine - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2016 from Lorraine MaitaWe think of screening exams such as pap, mammography, PSA and other tests as preventive medicine, however, these as well as many others are really early detection. To truly prevent an illness, you must seek early signs of its development and/or take precautions to prevent it. What is ...
Views: 1136 - Top 5 Natural Thyroid Treatments - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2016 from Lorraine MaitaThe American thyroid Association states, “An estimated 20 million Americans have some form of thyroid disease. Up to 60 percent of those with thyroid disease are unaware of their condition. Women are five to eight times more likely than men to have thyroid problems. One woman in eight will ...
Views: 1064 - Health tips to protect your heart and kidneys - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2016 from Victor MarchioneA new study suggests taking the necessary steps to care for your heart can positively affect for your kidneys as well. The researchers looked at over 14,800 adults aged 45 to 64 who were grouped based on how closely they followed the guidelines set out by the American Heart Association. The ...
Views: 1006 - Prolonged sitting shortens lifespan: Study - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2016 from Victor MarchioneIt may not be new to you, but the studies that suggest prolonged sitting shortens your life continue to pile up. The solution? Either reduce your amount of sitting time or begin exercising much more – ideally, you should be doing both regardless. The latest findings come from Brazilian ...
Views: 816 - Be a Rainbow Blessing - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2016 from Eleyne-Mari Austen SharpCan you imagine if the world was completely void of color? A world where you never saw a garden filled with flowers of every hue, where you never read an adventure from a colorfully illustrated children’s book? What if you had never been introduced to color television and had to settle for ...
Views: 1316 - How to Spot "Sigh-ence" Headlines - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2016 from Michael MantellIf you are like most folks who read websites, magazines, and newspapers today, you may be totally confused by the sensational headlines that deal with wellbeing, health, obesity, exercise, nutrition, stress and a whole host of other related topics. It seems that on Monday, obesity is caused by ...
Views: 1604 - A Quick Guide on Learning to be Thankful Every Single Day of the Year - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2016 from Kacey BradleyMany reserve the act of thankfulness for religious practice and holidays, like Thanksgiving or Christmas. Being thankful is not just for certain times of the year or on certain days. That’s not to say that you are never thankful for what you have, but think about thankfulness in your everyday ...
Views: 2736 - Michael Mantell's 3 Rules for Summer Fitness - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2016 from Michael MantellIt’s that time of the year again when we begin to think of warmer weather, and that means trips to the beach. And that means, bathing suits. And that means others seeing our bodies. And that means, uh oh. For some, it also means. “twice-a-days.” You know, working out twice daily. For others, ...
Views: 1285 - ***How To Get What You Want In Health And Life - by Submitted on May 18, 2016 from Luis RiveraWho are you living for? I don't think I'm the only one who has asked this question. At some point in your life you stop and think… am I really making decisions based on what I really want in my life? The following steps will get you on your way to having what you do want… living your life out ...
Views: 3217 - The Perfect Food to End the Post-Vacation Bloat - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2016 from Lynda EnrightPost-Vacation Bloat We took a short vacation this spring and with travel comes lots of eating out. It is a pleasure - not having to cook or clean it up, finding restaurant gems in an unfamiliar city. In many ways it is simpler than at home – meal planning, shopping and cooking. I do enjoy ...
Views: 950 - The Road to Relief from IBS - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2016 from Bonnie GillerDid you know that irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, is the most common functional gastrointestinal (GI) disorder worldwide? Roughly 9-23% of the world’s population is affected by IBS and it affects roughly 10-15% of the American population. Many people are unaware that they have IBS until ...
Views: 1118 - Asthma risk in women linked to obesity - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2016 from Victor MarchioneA new study has found that women’s risk of asthma increases with obesity. Almost nine percent of Americans have asthma. Normal-weight individuals have a seven percent incidence of asthma, compared to eight percent rates among those who are overweight. Among obese Americans, 11 percent were found ...
Views: 1332 - Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) linked to diversity of viruses and gut bacteria - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2016 from Victor MarchioneInflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is linked to diversity of viruses and gut bacteria. The findings come from researchers at the Washington University School of Medicine. The researchers found that patients with inflammatory bowel disease had a greater variety of viruses in their digestive system ...
Views: 905 - Osteopenia natural treatment, prevent low bone density with diet and exercise - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2016 from Victor MarchioneMany people are familiar with the term osteoporosis, but fewer have heard the term osteopenia, which means lower bone density than normal. If you have osteopenia, your bone density may be lower than normal peak level, but it isn’t low enough to be considered osteoporosis. Bone density is ...
Views: 1055 - Hypothyroidism symptoms can lead to impaired driving, similar to DUI from alcohol - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2016 from Victor MarchioneHypothyroidism symptoms can lead to impaired driving similar to alcohol-induced DUI (driving under the influence). Hypothyroidism results from the insufficient hormone production by the thyroid gland, which can slow down many bodily processes including brain function. Until now, little research ...
Views: 1512 - Your Guide To Choosing The Right Orthotics - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2016 from Lora DavisPerhaps you are one of those people who flip the channel whenever there is an advert showing up on TV; this is the reason many people have always missed adverts on different types of insoles, the best-known type of orthotics Houston. There are many people whose feet hurt and they don’t really ...
Views: 543 - Pleurisy (pleuritis) lung inflammation causes sharp chest pain with breathing - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2016 from Victor MarchionePleurisy (pleuritis) is a type of lung inflammation that causes sharp chest pains when breathing. The pleura is a membrane made up of layers of tissues that line the inner chest cavity and a layer of tissues around the lungs. When this membrane becomes inflamed it leads to ...
Views: 1225 - Pityriasis rosea (Christmas tree rash) skin disease causes and treatment - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2016 from Victor MarchionePityriasis rosea is a skin disease that is common in the general population and over the last several years has become known as the Christmas tree rash. A lot of people are familiar with rosacea, a chronic, incurable skin condition characterized by red blotches on the face, but pityriasis ...
Views: 1641 - Thrombophlebitis (phlebitis) can cause superficial thrombophlebitis or deep vein thrombosis - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2016 from Victor MarchioneThrombophlebitis (phlebitis) can cause superficial thrombophlebitis or deep vein thrombosis. Thrombophlebitis is when a blood clot occurs in one or more veins within the legs. Although rare, thrombophlebitis can occur in the arms or neck as well. Veins affected by thrombophlebitis are ...
Views: 1051 - Michael Mantell on Emotional Eating - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2016 from Michael MantellEver notice how many diet books there are? That’s because DIEts don’t commonly work. Think about it. How many people do you know who have DIEted and actually maintained their weight loss? Only 3% to 5% of DIEters who lose weight maintain significant weight loss. Doesn’t sound too good to me, ...
Views: 1391(1 vote) - Extreme neck pain: motives and factors behind it - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2016 from Robin joNeck joint takes plenty of strain on the body. Due to the fact that the final result, neck soreness is increasing quickly among the contributors of all a while. It's a matter of discomfort that could be induced by using partner damage, any medical condition or follow of your body. With the ...
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