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- Spirulina - Natural Skin Care - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2010 from Peter morganSkin care has become one of the most diluted consumer goods that is available today. As beauty seems to be more important than health in today’s world, many companies have being trying to develop products to cash in on this market. As with all big markets, this soon becomes diluted with poor ...
Views: 3861(1 vote) - How to Treat the Different Types of Skin - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2010 from sarah labdarIt is every woman’s dream to have perfect skin that is clear, smooth, and healthy. However, it is rare that this dream is a reality unless you are a celebrity or model. Skin care is a multi billion dollar industry with thousands of products coming out yearly, new skin care techniques and salons ...
Views: 2339(2 votes) - Vital Vitamins for Protecting yourself from Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia - Part 1 - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2010 from Steffan AbelVital Vitamins for Protecting yourself from Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia (Part 1). The Vitamin C and E Combination An article published in the International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry showed that all Alzheimer's sufferers had low blood plasma concentrations of vitamin C no ...
Views: 2321(2 votes) - Three Drinks Known to Improve Brain Power - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2010 from Steffan AbelI would like to get your brain working better and decrease your risk of Alzheimer’s disease with very little effort on your part. To do that here are three suggestions as to drinks that can make a positive difference to your mental well being. Green tea has a unique antioxidant called EGCG ...
Views: 4744(4 votes) - Human Growth Hormone Can Control The Aging Process - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2010 from Paul RodgersAging is a natural process that everyone is subjected to. Despite this, knowing what triggers the unwanted effects of aging and being aware of the right products can actually help you easily slow down or give the illusion that you control the aging process... In our contemporary setting, this ...
Views: 1412(2 votes) - You Probably Don't Know jack, Either. - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2010 from PD RiversI just saw “you don’t know Jack” which is the televised biography of Dr Jack Kervorkian., sometimes called Dr. Death. It is a difficult movie to watch but the subject matter, the right to die, is very important. Why is it that a family can be allowed to decide to “pull the plug” on a comatose ...
Views: 1332 - Baby Boomers and Aging - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2010 from Shirley PriceHow many times have you heard the phrase old age doesn’t come alone! It’s so true and many over 50s can attest to this. Hair starts to thin or disappear altogether, wearing glasses or contact lenses are a given, and a lot of people find that they are having to turn the volume up a bit more on ...
Views: 1447 - Alzheimer’s Disease Prevention with Natural Lifestyle - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from John PhillipNo other disease stirs more fear than Alzheimer’s disease. This mind robbing affliction is presently the sixth leading cause of death in the US and rising at an alarming rate. Estimates are that by the year 2030 nearly 1 in 4 adults will be affected by this cruel form of dementia. At present ...
Views: 1617(1 vote) - Lemon A Natural Remedy for your Skin - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2010 from sarah labdarHaving fresh, clean, younger looking skin is a goal that everyone especially women aspire to. With an unlimited amount of beauty products on the market it is hard to determine which product will work best for different types of skin. But what if you could get clearer looking skin through all ...
Views: 4522(2 votes) - The Little-Known Secret to Staying Fit After 50 - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2010 from Ed MayhewEveryone knows the importance of exercise, good nutrition and sufficient sleep/rest to stay in shape as we age. Few, however, know the little-known, but critically important real secret to staying fit after age 50. This missing link, which keeps so many from robust well being in the second half ...
Views: 1421 - Discover Ways to Keeping Your Skin Heathy and Age Free! - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2010 from Tara GibsonThere are many reasons for aging skin and how to prevent it. There are several factors that can cause our skin to age faster: First, we will have to change our attitude and way of thinking. We must get plenty of rest and eat properly. I know that this can be a challenge for many of us but ...
Views: 1238(1 vote) - Anti Aging Treatment With DNA Repair System - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2010 from Naomi AndrewsAging is a process where certain changes occur and manifest in all the organs of the body. The only organ where these signs of aging remain visible is on the outer surface is the skin. The appearance of freckles, fine lines, dark spots, wrinkles all mark the onset of the aging. These signs not ...
Views: 1387(2 votes) - Memory and Nutrition - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2010 from Shiroko SokitchMemory and Nutrition Have you walked into a room clear that you had a purpose and then suddenly can’t remember why? Did you put that ring down somewhere and can’t find it now? Are you worried that you’re not going to remember your name next week? Not all memory issues mean that you’re ...
Views: 1618(2 votes) - Use It or Lose It - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2010 from Alvaro FernandezFrom "Use It or Lose It" to "Exercise It and Improve It": The Latest Science on Brain Training You probably have read many times by now that a brain-healthy lifestyle requires a balanced nutrition, stress management, physical exercise and mental stimulation. Now, what exactly does "mental ...
Views: 1301 - Cut Down Carbs to Ward Off Cataracts - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Sara RobertsLink Found Between Carbs and Cataracts “Eat your carrots” is coined as the modern cataract treatment. It’s trite, but true—reducing the intake of high-glycemic carbohydrates and consuming more antioxidants that are necessary for good eye health does in fact reduce the risk of cataracts. Read ...
Views: 1113(1 vote) - Stretching for Anti Aging - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from sarah labdarDo you stretch regularly? Why not? Most people don’t stretch. They either forget about stretching or don’t think it has any benefit for them. Well they are completely wrong. Stretching is an important part of exercising and is beneficial for everyday life. The benefits range from increased ...
Views: 2872(2 votes) - Ways to Stay Young & Beautiful - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from sarah labdarIs beauty only skin deep, this the age-old question? Beauty should come from the inside out. But now a days everyone is looking for a formula or product to keep them looking beautiful and young. What they don’t realize is that if they took care of their body, they wouldn’t need the fountain of ...
Views: 4207(2 votes) - Antioxidants for the Skin - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from sarah labdarWant a younger, fresher, glowing complexion? Isn’t that what every girl wants. Well now there is an all-natural way to get it, and stay healthy at that. The key is antioxidants. Antioxidants inhibit oxidation. Oxidation is a chemical reaction that produces free radicals. Free radicals damage ...
Views: 896(1 vote) - Signs of a Stroke - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2010 from Ellen WoodFirst, cut this out and put it on your refrigerator with some magnets: SIGNS OF A STROKE – SAVE A LIFE! Tell the person: S “Smile.” T “Talk to me. Say, ‘Mary had a little lamb.’” R “Raise both arms.” O “Open your mouth and stick out your tongue.” Then you: K Kall 911 if ...
Views: 1547(1 vote) - Water/ Hydration - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2010 from Sheila KennedySome time ago I posted an article on Water/ Hydration on a site called Qondio, and this is an updated version of that article. How often are we told how important water is to us, and how often do we tell ourselves that we really should drink more water!! And yet in most instances we simply do ...
Views: 1883(2 votes) - Is Aging's Physical Decline Between 20 and 40 Really Inevitable? - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2010 from Ed MayhewIt is commonly accepted as an indisputable fact that the human body deteriorates significantly between the ages of 20 and 40 due to the natural aging process, and one cannot expect to have the energy, stamina and durability of a twenty-year-old when in his forties. Just look at how few ...
Views: 2705(1 vote) - Are You Rusting Away? Stop It With Antioxidants! - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2010 from Stacy WishnerOf all the things we have to concern ourselves with, preventing “internal rust” is not likely to be on your list. However, it should be as it’s one of the most important things you can do for your health not only to stay looking and feeling younger but to avoid serious disease. But what do I ...
Views: 1251(1 vote) - Keep Sex Over The Top, Not Over The Hill - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2010 from Stacy WishnerThe movie Something’s Gotta Give with Jack Nicholson and Diane Keaton, both in their 60s may have done more for ‘mature lovers’ egos and sex lives than Viagra, Cialis, or Levitra! The scene where they have sex for the first time is both hilarious and touching and speaks of the issues over-50 ...
Views: 3102(1 vote) - Super Foods for Antiaging & Total Wellness - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2010 from Prof. George GrantWhat makes a "superfood"? When it comes to healthy eating, there are foods that are so exceptionally nutrient dense and the benefits of eating them so amazing, that they are often referred to as “super foods”. What’s more, they have more nutrients per calorie than most other foods and ...
Views: 2173(3 votes) - Resveratol a new Antiaging & antiinflammatory Natural Substance - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2010 from Prof. George GrantThe plant extract resveratrol, found in the skin of red grapes, appears to suppress inflammation and may fight aging in humans, according to a new study. Common food sources of resveratrol include grapes, wine, peanuts, blueberries, and cranberries. Study author Husam Ghanim, PhD, of the ...
Views: 2286(3 votes) - Lebron James, Lindsay Lohan and Mary Harada - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2010 from Ed MayhewIf you watch the news, you may be as sick of hearing about Lebron James and Lindsay Lohan as I am. Mary Harada, on the other hand, is another story -- one worth hearing about. Her story is actually inspiring; it will lift your spirits. Mary is one of four septuagenarian athletes who have put in ...
Views: 2855(1 vote) - Boomer to Bloomer - A New Life Phase for Baby Boomers - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Peter NichollsField hockey was for many years my sport. I played at the top level, trained hard and enjoyed the battle of mind and body. As I got older I started to feel the pressures, the harsh training and the fitness demands. I didn’t want to quit though, so I moved to playing in the Veteran Grades. I ...
Views: 1325(1 vote) - ***Activities That Alzheimer's Sufferers Should / Could Be Involved With. (Part 2) - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2010 from Steffan AbelOne of the major problems faced by those suffering from Alzheimer's disease or any of the dementias is the periods of loneliness, boredom and frustration. The following few articles will give you some ideas of the things that you can do to actively do – a starting point as it were to occupy ...
Views: 2980(1 vote) - ***Activities That Alzheimer's Sufferers Should / Could Be Involved With - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2010 from Steffan AbelOne of the major problems faced by those suffering from Alzheimer's disease or any of the dementias is the periods of loneliness, boredom and frustration. It is therefore important for both the sufferer and the carer that these “empty times” are as few and far between as possible. This not ...
Views: 2669(1 vote) - ***The 6 Risk Factors Associated With The Development Of Alzheimer's Disease - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2010 from Steffan AbelAs with the many theories behind the cause of Alzheimer's disease no one is certain as to why some people are more prone to the condition. Because of this there have been several key risk factors identified that may lead to it development and progression. These are again listed in no ...
Views: 2514(2 votes) - ***The 10 Theories Behind Alzheimer's Disease - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2010 from Steffan AbelAlthough I personally believe that Alzheimer's is multi-factorial (i.e. there is not one sole cause that leads to its development or progression) below I have tried to link together the possible causes of Alzheimer's into categories. These are listed in no particular order as, I believe, in ...
Views: 7632(1 vote) - ***Seven Signs That May Indicate The Onset Of Alzheimer's Disease - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2010 from Steffan AbelWith any disease or illness the earlier it is recognised or diagnosed the sooner interventions can be made to start to improve the condition and delay its progression. With that in mind I would like to list some of the important signs to look out for (whilst making a note on any normal ...
Views: 2498(2 votes) - Making an Amazing Athletic Feat All the More Astounding - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2010 from Ed MayhewLast October, 74-year-old Californian, Harriet Anderson, was the oldest female to complete the ultra-endurance-demanding Ford Ironman Championships in Kona, Hawaii. Making this amazing athletic feat (in which this septuagenarian had to swim 2.4 miles in the ocean, bike 112 miles and THEN ...
Views: 2462(1 vote) - Discover the Healing Powers of 6 Amazing Superfruits - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Bill CoverAcai, Mangosteen, Goji. It seems like we can’t get enough of all those juices that are promising us to lose weight and have healthy skin. While the Acai berry is most noted for its power to lose weight, it’s not the only superfruit on the block that holds a lot of weight. There are other ...
Views: 2498(3 votes) - If My Doctor Says My Thyroid is Normal…Why Do I Feel So Bad? - The Importance of A Complete Thyroid Panel - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2010 from Robert KressThis is a question that I hear a lot, and due to what I consider faulty teaching through medical facilities as well as insurance company anemic reimbursement policies, many people are walking around with undiagnosed hypo-thyroidism. Do you have lack of energy, maybe you are depressed, have ...
Views: 2999(2 votes) - Macular Degeneration; Macular Regeneration - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2010 from Glen SwartwoutMacular Degeneration; Macular Regeneration Preventing Blindness John is a well-known radio personality and film producer with a wealth of knowledge and experience in the nutritional field. To his frustration, and despite a healthy diet and nutritional supplementation, he had progressed ...
Views: 11101 - What the Bleep We Know About Cataract & Nutrition! - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Glen SwartwoutThe clarity of the crystalline lens in the eye is one of the most important predictors of longevity. The average person suffering cataract formation only lives 5 years after cataract surgery, the most common surgical procedure in Medicare. What the bleep do we know about nutrition and ...
Views: 7779(2 votes) - Cataracts and Homeopathic Medicines - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Glen SwartwoutHomeopathic Medicines used in the treatment of Cataract: Note that not all listed symptoms need be present for a remedy to work on the other symptoms. It is best to consult a homeopathic practitioner or a homeopathic repertory and materia medica to more fully repertorize your symptoms before ...
Views: 8752(2 votes) - Cataracts and Botanical Remedies - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Glen SwartwoutThere are many traditional botanical remedies that have been suggested for people forming Cataracts: Aloe-socotrina: Aloe vera (Aloe socotrina) juice has been recommended in eye drop form, taken twice a day. Bee-products: Royal jelly, taken 1 tsp/ twice a day, has been suggested. ...
Views: 9546(1 vote) - Glaucoma Remission - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Glen Swartwout:Remission & Glaucoma A nerve cell may alive but not fully functional. Such a cell may be able to be brought back to a level of effective visual function, whether it be by improved circulation, enhanced cellular metabolism, etc. If such physiological cellular changes occur in a large enough ...
Views: 5131(1 vote) - Glaucoma: Natural Medicine Factors - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Glen SwartwoutNutrition in Glaucoma The first step in developing a good balanced foundation for your nutritional program is to begin with a broad spectrum multi-vitamin and mineral supplement. A multiple to be used by someone with glaucoma should have both vitamin A and beta carotene according to some ...
Views: 14196(1 vote) - Glaucoma: Prevention and Reversal - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Glen SwartwoutGlaucoma actually represents many different diseases, affecting all age groups from newborns to the elderly. It can be very painful, or can progress without any symptoms. Glaucoma is a major cause of irreversible blindness. Glaucoma is often associated with high pressure in the eyes, however a ...
Views: 10700(2 votes) - Dry Eye: Prevention & Reversal - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Glen SwartwoutDry eye syndrome is one of the most common eye conditions. In 1990, about 33 million Americans experienced varying degrees of dry eye symptoms. By 1997 that figure increased to an alarming 59 million. The symptoms may include dryness, grittiness, irritation, burning and even excessive tearing or ...
Views: 13950(1 vote) - Light on Longevity - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Glen Swartwout:Longevity: Scientists can create fruit flies that live a 250% longer life span. We are also finding many ways to get old human cells to behave like young ones do. "Unless ye be as little children, you cannot enter the Kingdom of Heaven," so lets get started on our second childhood, right ...
Views: 3936(1 vote) - Live Well, Age Well - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Anita SelbyLive Well, Age Well You can spread expensive crèmes on your face, dye your hair and even get plastic surgery. However, there’s a much more cost-effective and natural way to get an age ‘lift’; it’s called living well. Our physical, mental and emotional habits all contribute to how gracefully ...
Views: 1494(3 votes) - The Benefit Of Nutrients In Anti Aging Skin Care - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Veyron LucianaYou'll need to make certain that the anti aging skincare items include a wealth of all natural elements that will provide you with nutrients that can tighten skin. You may not realize it, but most of the wrinkle reducing formulas available hardly provide you with anything at all that would be of ...
Views: 678 - Qigong and Tai Chi Exercises for Senior Health Improvement and Maintenance - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2010 from Randy McLaughlinAs one ages and becomes challenged with a medical disorder, exercise still is important aspect of daily life. Some exercise is needed to help retain the function and flexibility of the body. The exercise that we do may not be at the levels earlier in our lives, so the effort and the length of ...
Views: 1814(2 votes) - 10 Trillion Best Reasons to be Appreciative - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2010 from Ed MayhewDo you appreciate the fact that there are currently 10 trillion working for you -- doing their level best 24/7 to keep you alive and well? Have you taken the time recently to thank them or do you, like most, take them for granted? We are talking, of course, about the estimated 10 trillion ...
Views: 1317(1 vote) - How to Overcome Tragedy and Loss - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2010 from Pat HeydlauffHas the loss of a loved one, a major physical or financial tragedy or a global disaster brought your world to a screeching halt? Are you finding it hard to deal with the emotional rollercoaster, blaming yourself and feeling anger and helplessness all at the same time? Loss from a major ...
Views: 8232 - How To Get Your Life Back Through Detoxing - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2010 from Barbara FrankHOW TO GET YOUR LIFE BACK THROUGH DETOXING by Barbara Frank Does it feel like something is slowly stealing away your energy and vitality? Are you exhausted when you come home from work or after minor activities? Do you have minor or major aches and pains, skin problems, thinning ...
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