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We’re regular moms who have found that bipolar disorder in our children is due in a large part to environment – the things around them but in also what they eat. Here are a few things that helped us with our own children. We hope they could be an answer for you too.
1. Get rid of the TV and ... Views: 1371
It is normal to shed hair every day and the truth is we loose between 100 - 125 hairs on any given day. Hair that is shed falls out at the end of growth cycle. At any given time 10% of our hair is in what is called a “resting phase” and after 2- 3 months resting, hair falls out and new hair ... Views: 1296
Most of us never even notice the internal workings of our digestive system. Occasionally, we may have a bit of a tummy rumble or belch but nothing more.
Indigestion is a common disorder and is characterized by pain and a nauseous and full feeling in the stomach. It often occurs after we have ... Views: 4440
Miscarriage is the term given to the loss of a baby before it reaches full term. Often, people regard this as bad luck, particularly if it happens in the early weeks of pregnancy. It is difficult for many to fully comprehend the power of a woman’s grief upon this loss as few can understand that ... Views: 3448
In the past few years, information on childhood obesity seems to be everywhere. The reason for this is because of the frightening rate at which the number of obese children is growing. Society is consequently trying hard to react to a worsening problem that is spreading to almost epidemic ... Views: 894
In the past few years, information on childhood obesity seems to be everywhere. The reason for this is because of the frightening rate at which the number of obese children is growing. Society is consequently trying hard to react to a worsening problem that is spreading to almost epidemic ... Views: 922
The term "arthritis" is used to refer to one or more of a group of over 100 rheumatic diseases. Quite often, arthritis is caused by the deterioration of cartilage in the joints. Tea tree oil is very good for arthritis as it is able to penetrate and desensitize irritated nerve endings.
The ... Views: 955
People tend to think of their skin as a covering to make them more attractive and protect what lies beneath it. Actually, our skin is an organ of the body, the largest organ of the human body. One of its purposes is to deliver an oily substance called sebum to the surface of the skin via fine ... Views: 1002
Most of us would privately agree that hair loss affects our psyche and self esteem intensely. The hair we have on our scalp - our crowning glory - is one of the most important features of our appearance and affects our overall ‘attractiveness quotient’.
It is absolutely devastating to our ego ... Views: 894
Regular cocoa consumption could lower your blood pressure and even cut your risk of dying of a heart attack in half.
In a 15-year long Dutch study, over 450 men aged over 65 were divided into three groups based on their cocoa intake. The high-consumption group consisted of those who ate at ... Views: 903
A recent study found thatone grapefruit a day can significantly lower your blood cholesterol levels, which are a major risk factor for heart disease.
Red, White, or None
The new study showing this adds to the mounting evidence of the heart benefits of citrus fruits. Nearly 60 patients who ... Views: 10741
The world has seen great strides in medical miracles, technology and anti-aging. We see cutting edge conveniences everywhere as we live keep-up-to-date lives that have altered who we are.
We have cell phones that provide us with on-the-go communication as we download movies, music and news. ... Views: 1093
Garlic ( Allium Sativum) belongs to the family Liliaceae. The plant has leaves which are long, narrow and flat like grass. The bulb is of a compound nature, consisting of numerous bulblets, known technically as 'cloves,' grouped together between the membraneous scales and enclosed within a ... Views: 1066
Tobacco is responsible for 1 in 10 adults dying worldwide which equates to 5 million deaths per year. Deaths are mainly due to collapse of the cardiovascular system resulting in heart attacks, respiratory tract disease and cancer. Coronary heart disease is the leading cause of death in the ... Views: 858
Let me start off by saying, that this is not an article about how to stop smoking. In a way, it is quite the opposite. Whether it is a pipe, cigar, or cigarettes, some of us have found that we are smokers. Maybe you have attempted to quit, and maybe you haven’t cared enough to try. Either ... Views: 837
The following list gives some of the popularly sprouted seeds/beans. It is not all inclusive as you can sprout almost any kind of seed. Remember that seeds soak up 2-3 times their dry volume in water and sprouts need at least six times the volume occupied by the seeds. So be sure that your ... Views: 1450
Every year the seasonal flu kills about 36,000 people and sends 200,000 to the hospital, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. During "flu season" (typically starting around Thanksgiving and peaking around Christmas) there's a rush to get flu shots; especially among ... Views: 915
A number of Chinese herbs can be useful for the many different facets of Lyme Disease. Lyme Disease is a bacterial infectious disease caused by the spirochetal organism, Borrelia Burgdorferi. It is usually caused by a tick bite. The prevalence of the disease is greatest in the northeastern ... Views: 2554
Is it difficult for you to "roll out of bed" in the morning? Do you have a hard time concentrating in the morning and feel like you're running around in a fog for most of the day? Are you constantly trying to "snap yourself out of it?" If this sounds like you, then you may not be getting ... Views: 763
When someone is experiencing hypothyroidism the thyroid gland is impaired, producing too little thyroid hormone. Hypothyroidism is due primarily to a dysfunction of the thyroid gland itself. If the thyroid gland is removed, obviously, the body is unable to produce any thyroid hormone. If the ... Views: 1059
I learned about energy healing by receiving healings from a practitioner. When I tried to find my horse's chakras, I took my first steps to becoming a healer myself. Finding the chakras on my horse, Echo, was easy for me. Echo became my first client.
Energy work, energy healing, pranic ... Views: 1079
Ever since Eve took that first bite of the apple, the human race has been obessed with beauty.
The truth is we begin the aging process just as soon as we pop out of the womb. Every day of our lives our bodies slough off and regenerate new cells. The speed at which that process takes place when ... Views: 688
In a recent Woman's World Magazine entitled "Hollywood's hot new FAT-MELTING BODY WRAP! Try it at home!", three natural ingredients to create an in-home body wrap were listed. The articled explained that you can do your own Spa body wrap in the comfort of your own home inexpensively.
Body ... Views: 4916
Most illness is caused by stress, making most absenteeism due to stress. In fact, aging is accelerated by stress. Studies show that change is stressful, even "good" change. So as we computer jockeys settle into the saddle of a new age of rapidly changing information, we need an edge that can ... Views: 1439
Excerpted from the book “Your Right to Be Beautiful: How to Halt the Train of Aging and Meet the Most Beautiful You” by Tonya Zavasta. The book is available at: http://www.beautifulonraw.com
All of my life, I wanted to be beautiful. In today’s society, it is more acceptable to insist that you ... Views: 1658
How to Give Your Pet a Quick Checkup
Your animal might be in poor health without your realizing it. Perform this brief exam to get a much better idea of your pet's actual state. If any of the exam symptoms are apparent, then resolve any concerns that arise by consulting your vet.
1. Does the ... Views: 1398
I receive many emails from concerned relatives, partners and friends who are trying to help a loved one suffering the torment of a stressful or depressive episode. Sometimes, it's easy to forget that people who love us are also affected by these illnesses and may find it difficult to understand ... Views: 1020
“If you let that fiery wise blood just sit there in your belly, great granddaughter,” admonishes Grandmother Growth, “you'll get the urge to quench that heat. You'll get a tickle, a twinge, an urgent call. But you won't have the moisture you need. It's boiled away. It's gone up in steam.
“So ... Views: 1011
If you desire truly natural products, you will need to seek them out. It begins with learning to read and understand labels. Manufacturers and sellers of cosmetics are required to list ingredients on the label of their products in the order of their concentration, commonly referred to as the ... Views: 671
Excerpted from the book "Your Right to Be Beautiful: How to Halt the Train of Aging and Meet the Most Beautiful You" by Tonya Zavasta. The book is available at: http://www.beautifulonraw.com
Jean Kerr, American author and playwright wrote: “I’m tired of all this nonsense about beauty being only ... Views: 1249
Annoying, uncomfortable and many time embarrassing, hemorrhoids are a common and fortunately not serious health concern. A hemorrhoid is identified as any abnormally swollen veins in the anus or rectum. There are two different types of hemorrhoids: internal and external. Internal hemorrhoids ... Views: 1070
When warmed up by fire or a light bulb, Natural Salt Lamps made from 250 million year old crystal salt emit negative ions, which have an energizing effect, such as the one we feel when we are on a mountaintop, by the seaside, or after a thunderstorm.
Negative ions are considered the Vitamins ... Views: 1671
Although the idea of magnetic therapy has been around for centuries, the use of magnetic bracelets to ease pain is a hot topic in medical news today.
According to the December 2004 issue of the British Medical Journal, one study concluded that wearing magnetic bracelets can significantly reduce ... Views: 793
Metabolic And Neuromuscular Functioning Require A Proper Balance Of Potassium . . . Also An Essential Nutrient For Weight Control!
Western-style diets are rich in processed foods, loaded with sodium and relatively poor in potassium. Consequently, many people now consume diets deficient in ... Views: 3506
THE ABC’S OF INSURANCE “ Complementary Health Series” hosted by Lester J. Robinson FICF.
TOPICS: Show 17: Natural Eating with Carolyn Cole
The interview with Carolyn Cole will go over how eating organic and natural grown food, and putting together a healthy life style helps you stay ... Views: 902
As Neil Diamond sang in his song Song Sung Blue “ Me and you are subject to the blues now and then...” Awe the blues!! Those feelings of joylessness, hopelessness, and blahness. They usually occur after a happy event, on the occurrence of something sad or simply for no other reason than it’s ... Views: 1474
Sometimes living that wonderful and beneficial holistic life can sometimes seem daunting. However! The moment you resign yourself to it, you wonder why you were even thinking about the sometimes nuisance it causes. These weak moments are normal experiences and very healthy to have. Periodic ... Views: 4258
Want some simple ways to stay healthy this winter? Here are a few key ideas: 1) let go of what’s not healthy 2) take in what is healthy 3) develop a healthy attitude and 4) make use of specific immune boosters.
What do I mean by letting go of what’s not healthy? How about sugar, dyes, ... Views: 933
Imagine never having to have a headache the rest of your life! Well, it's true. Millions are living headache free. As hard as it seems to believe in today's high stressed times, you too can learn how to eliminate headaches forever.
Approximately 90% of all headaches are stress related and can ... Views: 866
I am embarrassed to admit how many different commercial weightloss programs I’ve tried. I don’t know about you, but after a while I grow tired of talking heads touting empty promises.None of them helped me look the way I think I should and mostof them left me agonizing over eating the same foods ... Views: 1106
Most of us are familiar with the many things we’re told to have checked—our cholesterol, our weight, our blood pressure, our hearts, and so on—and we know that if something comes up “wrong”, we’ll be told something we need to take or do. But how many of us know how to avoid something going ... Views: 932
The Shaman and Intent
Intent + Emotion + Knowledge = Shaman
There are 3 elements to being a Shaman: intent, emotional control and impeccable skills. Here we will look at intent.
"Intent is not a thought, or an object, or a wish. Intent is what can make a man succeed when his thoughts tell him ... Views: 1040
I've been known to be somewhat opinionated. Oops. My wife just caught that typo. I am told I have been known to be VERY opinionated. I have at least two opinions on just about every topic. I am sure there are times when people have felt like rearranging my face. Unfortunately (for them!) ... Views: 2141
When Anderson wrote “The Ugly Duckling”, he was imagining a natural transformation from awkward youth to mature beauty. His vision did not include a meat cleaver. The new network show, “The Swan” is a travesty on so many levels that it is difficult to know where to begin. There is nothing ... Views: 1038
When Anderson wrote “The Ugly Duckling”, he was imagining a natural transformation from awkward youth to mature beauty. His vision did not include a meat cleaver. The new network show, “The Swan” is a travesty on so many levels that it is difficult to know where to begin. There is nothing ... Views: 889
When Anderson wrote “The Ugly Duckling”, he was imagining a natural transformation from awkward youth to mature beauty. His vision did not include a meat cleaver. The new network show, “The Swan” is a travesty on so many levels that it is difficult to know where to begin. There is nothing ... Views: 1120
When Anderson wrote “The Ugly Duckling”, he was imagining a natural transformation from awkward youth to mature beauty. His vision did not include a meat cleaver. The new network show, “The Swan” is a travesty on so many levels that it is difficult to know where to begin. There is nothing ... Views: 1075
Excerpted from the book "Your Right to Be Beautiful: How to Halt the Train of Aging and Meet the Most Beautiful You" by Tonya Zavasta. The book is available at: http://www.beautifulonraw.com
Aging would not be so bad if it did not tell on us at every encounter. As we hug one another, we ... Views: 1768
Excerpted from the book "Your Right to Be Beautiful: How to Halt the Train of Aging and Meet the Most Beautiful You" by Tonya Zavasta. The book is available at: http://www.beautifulonraw.com
Aging would not be so bad if it did not tell on us at every encounter. As we hug one another, we ... Views: 1084