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The Watercure Recipe - by Russell Mariani- Emotional Well-Being Is Key to Healthy You - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2013 from Michelle StewartIn our daily quest for the well-being lifestyle, we often overlook our emotional well-being. In counseling my clients, I often remind them to step back and enjoy the moment. With the techie advantages we enjoy we are always on----Flex hours at work give us the ability to start earlier and work ...
Views: 891 - The Hidden Cause of Nickel Metal Allergy Revealed - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2013 from Junji TakanoMetal allergy or nickel allergy is a type of allergy that causes skin rash or dermatitis by touching some metallic substances, particularly nickel, among predisposed individuals. The condition worsens especially if the person is frequently exposed to various metallic materials like jewelries, ...
Views: 1631(1 vote) - ***Do Not Ignore a Persistent Sore Throat - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2013 from Nancy DanielsIf a persistent sore throat or chronic hoarseness is something you are experiencing, your 1st step is to find out the cause. If left unattended, it will likely get worse and possibly result in permanent damage to your speaking voice. What I am talking about is known as vocal abuse and it is ...
Views: 2016 - Reduce Holiday Stress using Feng Shui - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2013 from Pat HeydlauffPeople often celebrate as many as three or four holidays during this time of the year. Unfortunately, each can be filled with stress wrapped in many shapes, sizes and packages that can far overshadow the potential for joy. The biggest stressor for many is having too much to do in the limited ...
Views: 2067(1 vote) - Blow Those Winter Blues Away! Cure the Common Cold & Handle Your Mood Changes During Shorter Daylight Hours - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2013 from Paul A PhilipsMany folks in the northern hemisphere will no doubt perceive the arrival of winter as a health threat. That's perfectly understandable, when it's well reasoned that ill health occurs due to cold weather and shorter daylight hours. Indeed, both factors are very capable of giving high numbers of ...
Views: 701 - The Secret Power Of Giving Thanks - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2013 from Michael RosenbaumGiving thanks is more than just a simple act . . . in fact it holds enormous power. As you’ll soon discover, by making the word “thank you” have more meaning in your life, you can transform your day, your world . . . your life. But this is nothing new. In fact, to begin explaining what I ...
Views: 1538 - ***What is Really Important to You? - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2013 from Diane LauerI was driving my children home from school and said to my oldest, “Remind me to take out the trash”. She responded, “Well Mom, that isn’t all that important to me”. Well how honest is that statement. With her response, I started to contemplate What is Really Important. Everyone makes choices ...
Views: 1511(1 vote) - How To Fight Your Anxiety And Win - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2013 from Jason StephensonHow To Fight Your Anxiety And Win Anxiety can truly ruin your life, especially if it is keeping you from doing the things you love or being yourself. Anxiety sufferers often cut themselves off from the rest of the world, as this helps them to cope. If you are a sufferer, know that you don't ...
Views: 2553 - The Chimp & The Peanut - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2013 from Richard ClarkeHave you ever heard the story about the chimp and the peanut? It's very interesting and relates to us all in some way. Allow me to share the story… Once upon a time a researcher observed the behaviour of a group of chimps. I’m not sure why, but the researcher provided the chimps with ...
Views: 1747 - Doctor's Secret: Boost Your Immune System Health With These 5 Holiday Foods - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2013 from Michael RosenbaumWith the holidays comes flu season. Because of this, the foods you choose this month can make or break your merrymaking. See, what you eat can impact your immune system health dramatically. As you’ll soon discover, how you feast this holiday may determine whether you spend a week on the ...
Views: 1328(2 votes) - Good Solid Advice About Insomnia That Anyone Can Use - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2013 from Jason StephensonGiven your hectic daily life, you need great sleep at night so get through your busy day. However, insomnia can disrupt even the best laid plans. Read on to find out more about this disorder. An evening massage can often help you drift off to sleep. This is a good relaxation technique and it ...
Views: 2034 - The problem with corporate America and bureaucratic government is that promotions are based on sycophancy not competency. - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2013 from Rick CarterSycophancy is defined as “fawning obsequiousness. Synonyms: grovelling, servility, cringing, fawning, kowtowing, bootlicking, toadyism, slavishness.” Obviously, these ar negative terms. Being a sycophant is a negative thing. Being a sycophant is the worst form of lying to yourself, because a ...
Views: 1669(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: I have a traumatic brain injury - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: A lot has happened in recent weeks that has wreaked havoc on my life. A friend of twenty years, Told me he did not consider me a real friend, although I've been spending many hours helping him with gaming for years. My sweetie pet hamster died. It was his time, ...
Views: 1957 - You Have More Courage Than You Realize - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2013 from Ronald RossThere are a large variety of spiders in Africa and all of them are quite scary. One weekend my wife had a close encounter with one of those large spiders – it was at least as large as a saucer. She was home alone with our two toddler children in our tiny house located about 11 miles into the ...
Views: 707 - Avoiding Penis Bumps - The Secret to a Firm, Smooth, Sexy Rod - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2013 from John Dugan"It's not what you have; it's the way you use what you have." Supportive lovers have whispered these words to their partners for decades, and often, these willing mates aren't simply being kind. Human bodies often nestle together in surprising ways, so what one might consider a defect could be ...
Views: 1770 - Pesky Penis Pimples – Keeping the Pecker Acne-Free - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2013 from John DuganFew people are lucky enough to mature through adolescence without enduring a pimple or two….or twenty. Unfortunately, acne can leave equally prominent physical, as well as emotional scars - in terms of loss of self-esteem or self-confidence - on those who struggled with it. Most people believe ...
Views: 3291 - Two-Fisted Masturbation Techniques – Double the Pleasure, Double the Fun - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2013 from John DuganNext to kicking back and watching sports on TV, masturbation is probably the activity that men most like to do when alone; overindulgence can occasionally lead to a sore penis, but it's a small price to pay for the pleasure one derives from the activity. Surprisingly, most men tend to engage in ...
Views: 5245 - Painful Urination in Men – Is Penis Infection to Blame? - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2013 from John DuganFor most men, a pain-free tinkle is something that is taken for granted. That is, of course, until a painful urination episode occurs. This condition can leave a man wondering, what are the causes of pain during urination? Is it common in men, or is it something to worry about? When is it cause ...
Views: 1556 - Don't Believe The Hype: Not All Stress Is Bad For You - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2013 from Michael RosenbaumYour eyes are glued to the screen . . . Your heart starts pounding and you get that giddy, alert, excited feeling. As you watch the thriller movie unfold, your body is actually responding like it does to any threat. It’s called your stress response. And despite what you may hear, this ...
Views: 1278(2 votes) - A Healthy Penis is a Happy Penis – High-performance Nutrient Boost for the Manhood - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2013 from John DuganMaintaining a healthy penis is vital for men who want to enjoy all of the pleasure that their prize possession can provide, but surprisingly few men really know what their power tool needs to stay healthy. Adequate penis care is needed to keep the manhood in top form, with all of the following ...
Views: 2085 - 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: 1686 - Is your Roof Leaking? - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2013 from Merna Throne, M.S.It is a gorgeous July day here in Northern Iowa and I plan to be outside working on my acreage. It does not really seem like work (Just like my Online Company) since I will be outside enjoying the summer. I have 5.5 acres to mow and tend to, but when I am finished ‘I’ think it is breathtaking ...
Views: 1583(4 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) - Penis Power -- Unlocking the Secrets to Male Sexual Function - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2013 from John DuganThe male sexual response is a powerful force that, in one way or another, drives almost everything a man does. It also happens automatically, without requiring any deliberate thought or action on the part of the individual - although, of course, a man can work himself into an excited state if he ...
Views: 2716 - Five Ways To Make Calorie Counting Easier - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2013 from Shannon ClarkIf you’re on a fat loss diet at the moment, one of the top things that you must be doing if you want to see optimal success is making sure that you are keeping tabs on how many calories you’re eating throughout the day. Whether you like it or not, your calorie intake is going to be one of ...
Views: 1250 - Diving, Surviving, or Thriving - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2013 from Merna Throne, M.S.Are you Diving down in life, simply Surviving, or striving for THRIVING? Each are all great questions to ask ourselves about the life we are living. The topic that I wanted to talk about was surviving vs. thriving. What are you living? Surviving is living a day-to-day ‘OK’ existence. Thriving = ...
Views: 2220(1 vote) - 5 Natural And Effective Stress Relief Techniques - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2013 from Michael RosenbaumStressed? You’re dealing with a real physical threat to your health. Stress clogs your arteries and shrinks your brain. Unfortunately, when we’re stressed many of us just make things worse. We overeat. We spend money we don’t have on vacations or lavish treats. We turn to drugs and alcohol. ...
Views: 1103(2 votes) - Penis Sensitivity Loss – Yet another Reason to Kick the Smoking Habit - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2013 from John DuganA ring of smoke, curling and swirling around a man's head, can look incredibly sexy on the big screen. In real life, however, that smoke may smell terrible, and without the aid of a makeup artist, a smoker might have sallow skin stained yellow with tar. In short, real-life smokers are not ...
Views: 4043 - Dry Orgasm –Potential Health Hazard or Easy Cleanup? - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2013 from John DuganLet’s be honest. Sex can get messy, real messy. Most couples establish a sort of post-sex routine to deal with the orgasmic aftermath, which may include a trip to the bathroom, a quick rinse in the shower, a towel for clean up stashed under the bed and so on and so forth. Bonus points for those ...
Views: 2255 - Ejaculation Pain - 10 Reasons to See a Doctor Now - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2013 from John DuganThere may be few things in life more frustrating or unwelcome for a man than ejaculation pain; after all, sex is supposed to be fun and feel good. Unfortunately, the condition is not entirely uncommon and is one that many men deal with at some point or another in their lifetime. While a man may ...
Views: 1427 - What You Should Do to Prevent and Treat Glaucoma - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2013 from Junji TakanoAre you getting confused with right and left sides when wearing slippers or shoes? Do you frequently spill a cup during meals? Although you may experience these situations inadvertently, sometimes, it may be a cause of a much bigger problem or a sign of some serious disease if they happen ...
Views: 2443(1 vote) - 5 Signs that Your Self-Esteem has Silently Shifted from “Drive” to “Reverse” - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2013 from Merna Throne, M.S.The words self-esteem and self-worth fly around our daily world with many of us completely avoiding this topic. Why? Often, it is fear of the unknown of what having low self-esteem REALLY means and how it impacts them. Another reason is the exhaustive thoughts of fixing it. There are many people ...
Views: 1442(2 votes) - Preventing Penis Warts - Understanding and Protecting against HPV - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2013 from John DuganGenital warts are by far the most common type of sexually transmitted disease, affecting men and women alike. This widespread disease is caused by certain strains of the human papillomavirus, or HPV - an infectious agent that can be found in every part of the world. While penis warts are not ...
Views: 916 - Penis Hair Growth - What's Normal and What's Not - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2013 from John DuganAll humans, male and female, have hair all over their bodies, with the exception of the palms of the hands and the soles of their feet. Aside from the hair on the head and the pubic region, most of this hair is relatively light and downy, and in many cases, it is barely visible unless viewed in ...
Views: 50093 - Itchy Penis Solutions - When to Get Help for Recurring Genital Itching - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2013 from John DuganAn itchy penis is a common problem. After a sweaty day on the job, or after using a new lubricant or shampoo on the old Johnson, a man can find himself furtively pulling at his shorts and trying to sneak in a good scratch to relieve the nagging trouser itch. A good shower and a soothing ...
Views: 2950 - The Great Red Penis – Fun Facts about Erectile Health - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2013 from John DuganEvery red-blooded male is proud of his erect red penis, but not every man thinks about just how his member gets so red. The fact is the healthy glow of a healthy penis is all a result of a thunderous flow of blood to the organ. Comprehensive knowledge of good erectile health includes ...
Views: 3287 - We All Need Inspiration — Here Is Today’s Dose - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2013 from Estelle GoldsteinWe are in an era when all reporting — wire services, networks, whatever — looks the way tabloid reporting did when I was small. Aggressive, emotional, mostly verbal renderings of disasters that are meant to strike terror into the heart of the reader. Sometimes, something miraculous or near ...
Views: 1218 - Penis Health Creme Do’s and Don’ts - Correct Usage of a Penis Vitamin Formula - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2013 from John DuganWith all the attention on healthy living and taking steps to prevent chronic health problems, more and more men are turning to a penis health creme to provide extra protection for their most prized possession. A penis vitamin formula is an excellent way to provide the penis nutrients needed to ...
Views: 3783 - Burning Penis Diagnosis – Signs and Symptoms of a Male UTI - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2013 from John DuganUrinary tract infections are one of those diseases that seem to affect women more often than men, but guys are certainly not immune. Having a male UTI is a nasty business that can result in a burning penis and pain on urination. While there is no fool-proof prevention for this unpleasant ...
Views: 3853 - Which foods cure chronic fatigue syndrome - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2013 from camili smithExperiencing physical weakness or getting exhausted physically after adding something extra in your normal routine is considered to be normal. But if this experience gets prolonged, whereas there are no signs of improvement with continual worsening of the same condition, this can be represented ...
Views: 856 - 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) - Therapy That Utilizes Whole Body Vibration - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2013 from Jaleesa AdairWhole body vibration consists of standing or sitting on a platform that transmits vibrations throughout the body. It may seem to be too easy or way too simple to do much for the different systems in your body, but using this type of vibration therapy can actually boost your health and enhance ...
Views: 539 - Precisely what Whole Body Vibration Is - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2013 from Laura LarsonA type of therapy many people may not be aware of is what is known as whole body vibration, that involves sitting or standing on a platform where vibrations are passed on throughout the body. It might seem to be too easy or far too simple to do much for the many systems in your body, but using ...
Views: 933 - How to Reduce the Result Stress? - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2013 from Allen P WatsonStress or anxiety can be an individual’s respond to a new stressor like a environmental condition or perhaps a stimulus. Stress can be a body's way to react to a challenge. According to the demanding event, the human body's way to interact to pressure will be by means of sympathetic nervous ...
Views: 1634(1 vote) - Nipping Penis Pain in the Bud – 4 Important Steps for Cyclists - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2013 from John DuganSerious cyclists enjoy the adrenaline rush from a great ride or race, but they may not be so fond of the penis pain that often accompanies long-term biking. When one's manhood is distressed, it's hard to keep one's mind on cycling. The following tips on wardrobe considerations are offered in the ...
Views: 1151 - Farmers Market Grows Well-Being - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2013 from Michelle StewartWe are hanging on to the last days of summer and those of us who live in regions with distinct seasons are trying to max out on outdoor activities and fresh local produce. Some folks may grow their own, but most of us (yours truly included) rely on the seasonal stock that we find at the local ...
Views: 942 - How to Prevent Stomach Cancer or Peptic Ulcer in Just 1 Week - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2013 from Junji TakanoLoss of appetite is usually a part of the normal aging process. Our digestive system tends to worsen with age especially when it comes to our stomach. However, some stomach or digestive problems don't necessarily relate to normal aging. Rather, the stomach may actually be aging prematurely or ...
Views: 1854(3 votes) - Don't Let Stress Run Your Life - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2013 from Michael BroderStress protects you when you're in danger, helps you rise to challenges, and sharpens your concentration when it's time to focus. Does this sound like you when you're stressed out? For many, the answer is no! When working the way it's meant to, stress can be very productive. But when stress is ...
Views: 1460(1 vote) - Ten Creative Steps To Less Stress - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2013 from Jude Treder-WolffCreative thinking is a skill we can learn and practice in the course of daily life and here is the best reason to try: simply "changing set" or shifting attention can mitigate stress. Taking every opportunity to experiment with a new approach or attitude in familiar, predictable or routine ...
Views: 1424(2 votes) - What I’ve learned from being diagnosed with a chronic disease - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2013 from Barbara AppelbaumI always planned out my life. I knew where I wanted to be and who I wanted to be. And if I didn't, I made it up according to what was expected of me by others. I always had a 1-year, 5-year and 10-year plan which included goals to achieve and careers to pursue. My life was basically on ...
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