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The Watercure Recipe - by Russell Mariani- Staying Safe and Healthy on New Year’s Eve - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2012 from Donna CardilloOn New Year’s Eve: Stay off the roads if possible – even if you’re sober. To some folks New Year’s Eve – day and night – is an excuse to imbibe starting at daytime office parties, with neighbors, at home and so on. When I worked in the ER, we would start treating victims of auto accidents ...
Views: 852(1 vote) - How I Lost Weight Using Nature Valley Granola Bars - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2013 from Aleon SonomaKey Fact: More than 1.9 billion people worldwide were overweight in 2010, a 25 percent increase since 2002. Also, the United States (Mexico is not far behind) leads all industrialized countries, 78.6 percent of their adult population is overweight. I want to share my simple/straightforward ...
Views: 11322(1 vote) - The Male Perspective: Lip Enhancement Injections, Laser Hair Removal, and Facials - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2012 from Pamela CobbRecent marketing trends led to the creation of the metrosexual persona to identify a new breed of male consumers who frequently purchase hair and body care products. Although straight men aren't lumped in the same category as gay men, these two demographic profiles probably have the same tastes ...
Views: 1037 - Comments of Stem Cell Therapy for Autism - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2012 from vikas guptaAutism affects information processing in the brain by altering how nerve cells and their synapses connect and organize; how this occurs is not well understood. It is one of three recognized disorders in the autism spectrum, the other two being Asperger syndrome which lacks delays in cognitive ...
Views: 993 - The Necessity of Dental Checkups - by Submitted on Dec 25, 2012 from Peter RosebergWe don't fix what's not broken. However, we need to check on something every now and then to know if something can potentially go wrong so we can prevent it from happening. The same goes with our teeth. We don't have to wait for a tormenting toothache to happen or for a tooth to become too ...
Views: 933 - Bad Food is a Myth - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2012 from Shannon LagasseI’ve talked before about the idea that there is no such thing as a “good” or “bad” food. That “good” and “bad” imply moral reasoning, of which inanimate objects such as food have none. That “good” and “bad” is a judgment we impose upon food. That “good” and “bad” are subjective: I may consider ...
Views: 1514 - Stress-Free Weight Loss - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2012 from Lorraine Matthews-AntosiewiczLife is stressful. No matter what you do, there will always be deadlines, inconveniences, time crunches, and negative interactions with others. This is especially true during the holiday season. This is the time of year when stress can be overwhelming. And it can easily lead to overeating and ...
Views: 1056 - Feeling Thin: Visualization as a Weight Loss Tool - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2012 from Shannon LagasseHere’s something I found really interesting in my weight-loss journey: the times when I lost the most weight was when I thought of myself as a thin person. I literally found myself jogging or walking and felt like I was this thin person with an extra layer of padding, as if I was wearing a fat ...
Views: 2064(1 vote) - 5 Tips for Breaking the Breakup Binge Habit - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2012 from Shannon LagasseIt would seem that the hardest time to control ourselves around food is when we’re in the middle of a breakup. Does that sound about right? Your boyfriend dumps you (or maybe you dump him) and you’re wallowing around in your misery. Every song on the radio reminds you of some moment in time that ...
Views: 1459 - The Breakup Binge: 3 Thoughts for My Heartbroken Self - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2012 from Shannon LagasseYou may or you may not know that I’m in the after-effect processing stage of a breakup right now. And if you’ve seen any chick flick since the history of ever, you know that this is usually a pretty emotional time – one that’s also usually accompanied by enough sugar to make even my sweet tooth ...
Views: 1558 - Get Relief from the Trouble of Pain Instantly - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2012 from nabanita deyIn this epoch of extreme pressure and competitiveness, everybody is running short of time. This is mainly due to the desire to attain success in shortest possible time frame, in professional career. Other than this, it might also help an individual to create a specific image and position in the ...
Views: 745 - The Best Testosterone Therapy Can Prevent Ugly Signs of Aging - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2012 from Jimray NorI am Nick Carter, a 38 year old business executive and father of three from Charlotte NC. I never imagined that I would be running low on the masculine hormone, testosterone. I was sure that I was much too young. However, my doctor proved me wrong. After seeing the results of my blood tests, I ...
Views: 704 - Dealing With an Ailment for Life - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2012 from Greg WhitfordRestless leg syndrome (RLS) is an ailment that is based within the nervous system and causes your legs to move involuntarily. It primary effects the quality of your sleep and is often considered therefore to be a sleep based ailment as well. This is a sickness that as of yet, has no known cures. ...
Views: 403 - How to Determine That You Have Brain Cancer - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2012 from Allen MartinBrain is a sensory organ of our body that is used to control the movements of our body. If there is any problem in your brain, then it will cause problem to other parts of the body as well. Cancer is one of the most dangerous and aggressive disease that if caused in brain can be life ...
Views: 497(2 votes) - 5 Attitudes that Can Make You an Old, Fat Failure - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2012 from Roberta MittmanMore often than you may realize, a negative mindset makes the difference between achieving a goal--whether related to health, career, personal relationships, or any other area--and failing to reach it. What is mindset? It's your pattern of thought. Think of mindset as that little voice in ...
Views: 1312 - Want to Look and Feel Younger? Bust These 4 Myths - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2012 from Roberta MittmanGetting older? It's inevitable (but it sure beats the alternative). Looking and feeling older? Now that's optional. You can choose to be energetic, trim, and vital--at any age. There's a lot of misinformation out there, though. Let's explore some common myths about aging and its relationship ...
Views: 1284 - Dental Implants and Stabilizing of Removable Dentures - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2012 from Marielaina PerroneDental Implants have changed the way we look at dentistry. Dental implants are not just for single tooth or multiple teeth replacement. They can also be used in support and stabilization of removable dentures. Long time denture wearers will tell you that over time the bone remodels and resorbs ...
Views: 1628(1 vote) - Lose Stomach Fat In Your 50s – How I Lost Some Stubborn Fat - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2013 from Tony BurnellLike many people who are over 50, I have a pocket of fat that will not go away without a lot of effort on my part. My stubborn fat is stomach fat in my lower abdomen. This is a common place for men to store fat. Other places are the waist and lower back – so called "love handles". Women tend to ...
Views: 2774 - APPETITE SUPPRESSANTS VERSUS ANTI-SUPPRESSANTS: WHICH ONE'S BETTER? - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2012 from Angela MinelliA recent post on Facebook got me thinking. A “friend” who sells a popular MLM product that promotes weight loss listed “appetite suppressant” as one of the benefits of using the product, which prompted me to ask, “Why would you want to suppress your appetite?” Interestingly, she never ...
Views: 1160 - Small Changes Can Have a Big Impact - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2012 from Simply Gorgeous IntlDo you r e a l l y want to get healthy? When we take the time to have a serious look at what stops us from doing the right things to insure a healthier lifestyle, we can truly begin a serious journey. Write down a description of how you perceive your image. You can do this in front of ...
Views: 448 - ***The Medicine Wheel of Plant Uses - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2012 from Susun WeedThe Medicine Wheel of Plant Usesby Susun Weed ©2003 There is so much to learn about herbs and healing. How can we assure ourselves of our own competence? How can we feel safe in our recommendations? How can we know which herb is best to use for a particular person? Do we need a system of ...
Views: 2431 - How the Affordable Health Care Act Gave Women Access to Preventive Health Care - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2012 from Ileana BravoEarlier in 2012, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) passed providing American women with free access to preventive health services —no co-pay, no premium increases and no deductible to worry about. Truly free healthcare. The victory was hard won and can be vastly contributed to the voice and hard ...
Views: 564 - How You Can Lose Weight Eating Foods That Contain The Proper Nutrients, Vitamins, and Minerals - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2012 from Childs Etta2012 was a big year for the weight-loss industry and 2013 is expected to be even bigger. Recently, several discoveries have been made for effective weight loss involving nutrients, vitamins, and minerals that have come to the surface and are said to provide great results for those who are ...
Views: 682 - Natural ways to increase your energy, tips gathered along the way - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2012 from Carl Tuchy PalmieriEnergy Beat fatigue • An eight-minute spurt of vigorous exercise everyday can make you feel happier and more energized in 16 weeks. • Pairing your coffee with a good carbohydrate such as popcorn can give you a healthy caffeine jolt without a crash at the end. Here’s your energy ...
Views: 1412 - theta healing and how it can profoundly heal you - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2012 from Adrian Kowallwhat is theta healing and why is it important? Theta Healing can be most easily described as an attainable miracle for your life. Theta Healing is a healing technique designed to promote empowering change on all levels: mentally, physically, spiritually and emotionally. Theta Healing is best ...
Views: 1317 - Different ways to straighten teeth crooked or misaligned teeth - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2012 from nabanita deyIt is often seen in movies and serials that a particular character is made to wear braces to make him look different from the others. These braces are used to provide proper shape to teeth that are crooked or crowded. With the use of the supports and with time, gradually the teeth get back to ...
Views: 1021 - Get the best dental correction through advanced cosmetic dentistry - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2012 from nabanita deyThe introduction of cosmetic surgeries created a revolutionised impact over all the nations of the globe. As a result, most of the beauty conscious individuals became more fascinated to undergo varied types of treatments, in order to make them more elegant and beautiful. This is because; it is ...
Views: 727 - How Does a Plano Sedation Dentist Calm Patient Fears? - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2012 from Mark MillsIt can be extremely difficult to actually make that call to set up a dental appointment when you have dental anxiety. Even when patients know they need dental care, anxiety can cause them to put it off, even when they know the dental problem is worsening. Dentists have to take patient concerns ...
Views: 617 - Cosmetic Dentistry Alternative - Snap-on Smile - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2012 from Marielaina PerroneThere is a new weapon in the arsenal of the cosmetic dentist. That weapon is the Snap-On Smile. This a quick and easy way to get that Hollywood smile makeover you always dreamed of but were afraid or unable to have the work done. Snap-on Smile is a great cosmetic solution without the typical ...
Views: 2342(1 vote) - Bleeding Gums and Periodontal Disease....Are They Linked? - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2012 from Marielaina PerroneThe presence of bleeding gums usually when brushing or flossing is usually a sign that you have some form of periodontal disease but it can also mean a greater risk is present. Persistent gingival bleeding can be due to something far more serious. This type of bleeding has been linked to ...
Views: 1325(1 vote) - The Importance of Annual Physical Examination - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2012 from slava fuzayloffI don’t know about you, but every time I receive a general physical examination I walk out of the doctor’s office feeling a heck of a lot better than when I walked in. This may be because I have been lucky enough to receive clean bills of health after all my physical examinations. Or maybe it’s ...
Views: 828 - What to Know - Tuberculosis and TB screening - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2012 from slava fuzayloffTuberculosis (TB) is a contagious, bacterial disease caused by bacteria known as mycobacterium tuberculosis. TB usually causes infections in the lungs but can also infect other parts of the body like the kidneys, bones, joints or lymph nodes. Many believe the disease isn’t something that ...
Views: 625 - Facial Contouring Procedures: Cheek and Lip Enhancement - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2012 from Jeovanna DavisMany years ago, if you wished to look like your favorite celebrity or at least have the same nose, cheeks or figure, you’d have to content yourself with daydreams because that’s impossible to come true. Now though, with all the developments in technology and the breakthroughs in cosmetic ...
Views: 793 - Professional Answering Service Customized To Meet Your Special Needs - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2012 from Adam BaneUsing a professional answering service to manage your calls is a great way to give your business an edge over competitors. It is now being acknowledged as the best way to provide exceptional customer support and minimize the cost of hiring skilled staff. Experienced and user-friendly services ...
Views: 714 - Different Types of Treatments in Cosmetic Dentistry - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2012 from Peter RosebergCosmetic dentistry changed the way teeth problems are treated. We are used to dental procedures that correct oral diseases under various branches of dentistry. However, we know have cosmetic solutions that are geared towards enhancing the look of our teeth even without diseases or infections. ...
Views: 956 - Rapid HIV Test: The Essentials - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2012 from slava fuzayloffOne need only glance at the numbers associated with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) to realize the necessity of HIV testing. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimate that 1.2 million Americans currently host HIV and 50,000 Americans become infected per year. Of these, ...
Views: 681(1 vote) - Food Gifts for a Healthy Lifestyle - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2012 from Michelle StewartWhen selecting gifts savvy shoppers have mastered the art of choosing the perfect gift-that's the one the recipients will feel were chosen expressly for them. Anyone can upgrade their gifting skills---it is simply a matter of tapping into our senses, and using your eyes and ears to learn what ...
Views: 1063 - Healthy and Natural Teas - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2012 from harpreet buharThe market for nutraceutical tea is growing at a rapid rate in India and more and more people are looking forward to buying this new form of health teas. Nutraceutical tea is very good for health and people are opting for this instead of a normal cup of herbal tea or chai so they can infuse good ...
Views: 890 - What Can Lumineers Do For Your Smile? - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2012 from Marielaina PerroneLumineers are a very popular option for the cosmetic dentist. It gives the cosmetic dentist the ability to modify a patient’s smile with minimal preparation of the teeth. This cosmetic dentistry technique is best used for patients who have spacing between their teeth and only minor tooth ...
Views: 1368(1 vote) - Ways to protect your family from cancer - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2012 from Carl Tuchy PalmieriCancer Ways to protect your family from cancer • Eating one half of a cup of garlic and onion a day will cut your risk of colon, breast, ovarian, kidney, mouth, esophageal and throat cancers by 88%. • Eating just two Brazil nuts a day will load you up with selenium, which triggers cancer ...
Views: 1545 - Fight Back Against Bad Breath - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2012 from Marielaina PerroneHalitosis is the medical term used to define bad breath. The word halitosis was first introduced to the world in the 1870′s but made popular in the 1920′s by the Listerine company. The correct scientific term for bad breath is oral malodor. Halitosis can be a very embarrassing problem to have. ...
Views: 1361(1 vote) - Dental hygiene: Is There An Alternative To Flossing? - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2012 from Marielaina PerroneFlossing is one of those tasks in life that we know we should do, we know the benefits of it, and we know how little time it takes but most of us, just do not do it regularly. Flossing your teeth every night can be a hard habit to develop and maintain, but it’s one that comes with great ...
Views: 1384(1 vote) - Sleeping Plays A Big Part In Weight Loss! - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2013 from Alvin ChuaNumerous studies have showed that people who get sufficient sleep at night lose more weight than those who sleep less. The tests indicated that insufficient sleep causes some hormonal imbalances in the body which causes people to gain more weight even if they perform some form of physical ...
Views: 760(1 vote) - Plastic Surgery for Rejuvenation or Reconstruction - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2012 from Alex AndersonThe decision to undergo cosmetic surgery is a big one, and it is important to speak to a skilled physician about your requirements and a realistic outcome. Find a physician that takes time during his consultation to listen and who explains the procedure in a way that you can understand. If you ...
Views: 696 - Traits to Look for in an Idaho Dermatologist - Don't make the Wrong Choice - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2012 from Childs EttaWhen searching for an Idaho Dermatologist, there are many things to consider. This is a big decision in your life, no matter if you are visiting for something minor or a more advanced procedure. As you search for a dermatologist Idaho, there is a good chance you will start online. This is one ...
Views: 646 - Tooth Enamel Erosion - What Is It? - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2012 from Marielaina PerroneTooth enamel erosion is a wearing and breakdown of the thin outer layer covering the teeth. This strong outer layer (enamel) is the hardest tissue in the human body. The main part of your tooth is the layer under the tooth enamel and that is called dentin. Tooth enamel helps protect your ...
Views: 1461(1 vote) - Know Your Children - Tooth Eruption Schedules - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2012 from Marielaina PerroneTooth eruption is a process in tooth development in which the teeth erupt into the mouth and becomes visible. The arrival of a new tooth, or tooth eruption is a big event for most of us! As a baby, tooth eruption allows for introduction of new foods with more substance. Later on, many parents ...
Views: 1544(1 vote) - How HCG Diet Clinics help you lose weight fast! - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2012 from Jimray NorDo you want to lose weight fast? Nowadays, every local doctor’s office is ringing with the proclamations of miraculous weight loss claims, but many times, even though you do lose the weight you wanted to, it comes back with a vengeance later. Often, you balloon back up to the weight you were, or ...
Views: 882 - Periodontal Disease Test: MyPerioPath - What Is It? - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2012 from Marielaina PerronePeriodontal disease is an infection of the gums, attachments and bone that surround and support the teeth. In its early stage, called gingivitis, the gums can become swollen and red, and they may bleed. In its more serious form(called periodontitis) the gums can pull away from the tooth and bone ...
Views: 1901(1 vote) - Benefits Of Mouthwash For Dental Health - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2012 from Marielaina PerroneWho would not want to use a good mouthwash before meeting that special someone for a kiss? Or just to feel minty fresh as you go about your day? For years there has been a discussion regarding mouthwash use. This is because people are worried about the health risks associated with the alcohol ...
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