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- Where You Can Win Over the Aging Process (and How) - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2009 from Lawrence GoldWhat happens in nearly everybody that leads to chronic pain and stiffness as they age? It's not what you think. People experience the chronic pains, stiffness and loss of freedom of movement attributed to aging as early as their thirties. According to popular opinion and medical science, that ...
Views: 2300(7 votes) - Difficulties handling money may indicate the development of Alzheimer's disease - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Steffan AbelI like to give you warning signs to look for not only in the progression of Alzheimer's but also as a useful tool to look out for in other people that may be at risk – and here is another one. For people with mild signs of dementia, problems with managing money may be a clue that memory ...
Views: 2293(2 votes) - Prepared to compete? - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2014 from Kenny McDowellPrepared to compete? 13 August 2014 It was suggested to me by a fellow competitor that it would be a good idea to have a blog article explaining what we have to go through to prepare for a contest. Do you feel that you have the time and dedication to give it a go? Is it something ...
Views: 2289 - Aging Gracefully - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2009 from Christina WatsonWhat exactly does this mean: aging gracefully? Max Erhmann writes in his famous poem, Desiderata: Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth. The definition of counsel in this quote means: “private, guarded thoughts or opinions.” And take kindly, I ...
Views: 2288(2 votes) - 10 Tips for Natural Joint Pain Relief - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2012 from Carisa HolmesFor some people, the occasional and conveniently vague “phantom joint pain” is a good excuse for keeping the sofa warm when they are long overdue for exercise. For others, however, joint pain is a genuine impedance to exercise and general mobility. What causes joint pain? Discomfort in the ...
Views: 2284(1 vote) - 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: 2281(3 votes) - 7 Benefits of Eating Raw Foods - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2010 from B Joy Preston"Raw Foods" is a popular phrase these days that is often misunderstood, yet represents a powerful, grass roots health movement. Some people shun the idea, not knowing what it means. Others embrace the idea, not knowing what it means. And that's no wonder, since there are many different ...
Views: 2264(10 votes) - What Harmful Ingredients Are in Your Anti Aging Products? - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2010 from Barb LulayYour anti aging products could contain harmful ingredients that could cause serious health issues. Your skin is sensitive and should not be subjected to harsh chemicals. What is even more shocking is that your anti aging products could contain chemicals that actually speed up the process of ...
Views: 2263(1 vote) - DANGERS Of FAKE Pearl Powder - It Can RUIN Your Skin & Health - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2019 from Sarah AndersonThere is a lot of Pearl Powder floating around out there, but BEWARE, with contaminants in the form of heavy metals and toxins, it's HIGHLY Risky for your skin, health and body. Fake pearl powder abounds in Asia, it is cleansed with strong corrosive chemicals harmful to humans. Many famous ...
Views: 2260(1 vote) - How Do You Perceive Your Caregiving Role? - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2009 from Sheryl Karas Paul HoodOn the assessment form the social service agency I used to work for used to judge a caregiver's level of stress, there's a section about how the person perceives his or her caregiving role. As that section is written, I found it fairly useless for my purposes as a family consultant but it ...
Views: 2256(2 votes) - Flexibility in Golf as We All Age Gets More And More Important for Club Head Speed, Ball Speed Even Straighter Swing Paths - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2023 from Leon EdwardOne's golf game will be severely affected as club speed will not be as fast if your range of motion is lessened by inflexibility or even stiffness. Stretching workout sessions, which work very well with strengthened muscles are really reliable in assisting to enhance range of motion and ...
Views: 2253 - The Cholesterol Lowering / Heart Improving Effects of Exercise – Part Two - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Steffan AbelIn my last article I mentioned the effects of walking. In this article I want to take that a little further and also cover some other things you can try to keep your heart in perfect condition. If you only need to fit in four 10 minute walks a day to show an improvement in heart function this ...
Views: 2247(2 votes) - Age Related Hearing Loss Does NOT Have to Be a Part of Getting Old - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Kerri KnoxCurrent thinking has us believe that age-related hearing loss is an inevitable consequence of getting older, but is it really? Hundreds of studies from around the world show severe vitamin deficiencies as causes of this loss. Even more importantly replacing the missing vitamins improved the ...
Views: 2239(2 votes) - Five Ways To Live a Longer and Healthier Life - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2012 from Marcus DuranLife is very beautiful and should not be wasted at any cost. Multiple aspects of life are childhood, career, success, family, love, friends, fun etc. and it will not possible to live and accomplish these various aspects without the support of a sound health. Though, there are various ways to ...
Views: 2237 - "Follow-the-Bouncing-Ball!" - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2013 from Hal Wechsler“Follow-The-Bouncing-Ball!” • 1. “Pop, in plain English, tell me why using a Pacer or pointer to underline or overline the words of each sentence is worth the bother?” • 2. “Fifty years of reading research show that students from 5th grade through high school, college & grad school, and all ...
Views: 2225(1 vote) - Home Adaptations can Help Elderly People Remain at Home - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2012 from Oliver StirkWhen elderly people require additional support with the tasks of daily living it is typically considered that remaining at home with the help of a carer or a professional home care provider is preferable to residential care. It should also be recognised that basic adaptations to the home can ...
Views: 2223 - How Does Skin Whitening Pills Works? - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2017 from Surya KumarSkin whitening pills are very effective if you want to achieve fairer skin with reduced hyper pigmentation, dark spots and other skin related problems. Many people who have tried skin whitening pills containing glutathione and other anti-oxidants have attested that after continuous use of Skin ...
Views: 2221 - I Don't Mind Growing Old; I Just Don't Want To Be There When It Happens. - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2016 from Bruce Mulkey"Don't trust anyone over thirty," I arrogantly proclaimed during the Sixties, when I was twenty-something and imagined I was bulletproof and would remain forever young. I'm now more than four decades beyond that imaginary line of demarcation. When I look in the mirror it's clear that I am ...
Views: 2217 - Stopping and reversing aging at its ultimate source - the GENES - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Ela CorcoranHave you heard about the greatest scientific discovery in Anti-aging, yet? Yes, we can now stop and reverse the process of aging at its ultimate source, our GENES! Throughout history, stories have abounded in virtually all cultures and civilizations describing the desire to find a source of ...
Views: 2208(1 vote) - Biotech, Not Cosmetics, Will Lead Anti-Aging Breakthroughs - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2016 from Kevin XuSince man first found his first wrinkle, people have been searching for the fountain of youth — or at least the appearance of eternal vigor and vitality. Makeup artists have perfected the technique of masking wrinkles and fine lines, and Botox will freeze your face in place. The anti-aging skin ...
Views: 2204 - 3 Surprising Reasons You Should Make Chlorella A Daily Supplement - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumEvery time I see my patient, Eddie*, I always tell him, “Eddie, when I grow up, I want to be like you.” Eddie buzzes with energy. At 88 years old he’s full of life – more healthy and active than many 20-year-olds I know. Eddie says the secret to his vitality is coffee. In my opinion the ...
Views: 2202(1 vote) - Alzheimers Symptoms with At Home Examination for Early Signs of Alzheimers Disease - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2017 from Leon EdwardAny retired person and loved ones of elderly should have an idea what the warning signs are for Alzheimer's Disease. The health issue itself is ravaging to the sufferer and his/her loved ones and the sooner the condition is identified, the faster that drugs can be prescribed to slow the ...
Views: 2200(1 vote) - How to Look Good; Feel Great, Stay Beautiful at 50and beyond - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2011 from Nina BagnallWhat has age got to do with it anyway? It is all to do with mind set. Too many people think themselves into growing old, hence the hairstyle and the clothes they wear. Even more disturbing, they listen to others telling them. “You shouldn’t do that dear, not at your age. Poppycock total ...
Views: 2199(2 votes) - How To Enjoy Life And Stay Young In Face Of The Aging Years - by Submitted on May 21, 2011 from Sarah AndersonAre you afraid of your age and dread the oncoming years, or are you enjoying life to the fullest. Discover why your aging years are fearful, and how to overcome. A friend posed to me a question a week ago "Age doesn't bother you, does it?" Did I have to think about it? Absolutely not. Age is ...
Views: 2196(1 vote) - Live Well Age Well - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2009 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: 2196(5 votes) - How to sleep when you’re pregnant? - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2020 from eric leaderAt any stage of life getting regular and good sleep is very important. It is, in fact, just as important as a healthy diet and exercise. Getting a good night’s sleep improves your overall health and mood. It is a time that your body needs to consolidate memories, rejuvenate the body, repair ...
Views: 2194 - For Beautiful Healthy Skin Exfoliating Sugar Scrub with Essential Oils by KG Stiles, Certified Clinical Aromatherapist - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2014 from KG StilesYour skin will love this exfoliating sugar scrub! Restores and renews your skin Makes your skin feel silky smooth Gives your skin a radiant youthful appearance and healthy glow Suitable for a variety of skin types and conditions. Preparation – what you will need: Recommend you use ...
Views: 2193 - Detoxify and Immunify your Diet - Top Medicinal Foods to Boost your Health and Cuisine - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2011 from Sarah HolvikOK, I realize immunify isn’t technically a word, but you get the idea – this is about foods with serious immune boosting and detoxifying action. How does a single food do all of this, you might ask? The secret to the double-action health benefits lies in the interconnection between these crucial ...
Views: 2184(3 votes) - Did I Just Forget My Keys or Am I Losing My Mind Too? - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2009 from Deb KittHave you ever had your keys in your hand one minute and then 2 seconds later, have no idea where you put them? If it happens more often than you think is “typical old age” you might wonder if you are losing your mind. Most people accept forgetfulness as just a part of getting old and hope that ...
Views: 2177(2 votes) - 16 Most Ignored Cancer Symptoms in Women and Men - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2020 from Knowell LadnerOctober is the month of National Breast Cancer Awareness. Take into consideration these cancer symptoms that you are most likely to ignore, and get yourself to a medical practitioner if they persevere, according Health Practitioner. Problems in Swallowing Swallowing difficulties are most ...
Views: 2172(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: 2169(3 votes) - Alzheimer's Disease: A Global Issue - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2012 from Oliver StirkAlzheimer’s Disease International has marked September 2012 as the first global World Alzheimer’s Month - an international campaign to raise awareness and challenge the stigma of dementia. The theme of this year’s Alzheimer’s Month is Dementia: Living Together, when Alzheimer’s associations ...
Views: 2168 - What is Successful Aging And What Does it Take to Age Successfully? - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Raphael WeissIn 2003, researchers asked an elderly population in Manitoba Canada what they define as aging successfully. The response was that the senior citizens said that to them successful aging is staying physically fit, being healthy in the body and the brain, and remaining socially active. It turns out ...
Views: 2167 - Discover your true self with a keynote motivational speaker - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2012 from Mr yogalaffIt is often that life comes to us as a surprise, specially at times for which we are completely not prepared .At such times, the more one tries to comprehend his fate and thrive out for figuring out possible solutions, the more entangled things appear to him. Listening to a good keynote ...
Views: 2166 - Welcome to the Future of Anti-Aging Technology - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2016 from Kevin XuThe shift in the medical industry experienced in the past five to 10 years is sizable. When it comes to medical-related technology — such as the ones developed to combat aging — the pivot is even more noticeable. Technology is influencing the anti-aging industry in a couple of ways. First, it ...
Views: 2164 - What Hormones Have to Do with your Energy Levels - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Marti AngelAs a FDN (Functional Diagnostic Nutritionist) I hear these statements all the time. I have no energy. I have no will or desire to get up in the morning. I have trouble with my energy level in the morning. I am not feeling right any more. When I tell them that it may be a hormonal imbalance, ...
Views: 2160 - ***Longevity Hotspots and Blue Zones: Secrets to Living a Long, Healthy, Happy Life - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2013 from Janis Pulliam“If I had known I was going to live so long, I’d have taken better care of myself”. (Eubie Blake, celebrated ragtime pianist, 1883-1983) Are you interested in living a longer, healthier, happier life? Would you like to avoid chronic diseases, feel better and stay younger for longer? ...
Views: 2159(2 votes) - ***Supplements for Optimal Aging Part 2 - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2011 from Frank WilhelmiIn Part 1 of this Supplements article I explained strategies for maintaining healthy digestive function as we age by taking supplemental stomach acid (Betaine HCl), Digestive enzymes and Probiotics. When we are young to middle aged, we can take these as need arises, but the older we get, the ...
Views: 2158 - The benefits of Yoga for the Elderly - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2011 from Michele BaynoStudies have shown, as we age, we tend to be less active. We become more prone to illness, which can lead to inactivity. It can become a vicious cycle. This article is a guideline only, and not intended to replace your doctor’s recommendations. Always consult with your doctor before engaging in ...
Views: 2154(1 vote) - Scientists Prove Learning To Play Music Is Good For Your Brain - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from niraj naikLearning to play a musical instrument may not just be good fun and entertaining, but it can actually change your brain. A recent paper published by Nature Reviews Neuroscience, is a compilation of research findings from scientists all over the world who used all kinds of research methods to ...
Views: 2150(1 vote) - Taking your 50’s in their stride. - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2010 from Shirley PriceTaking your 50’s in their stride. Most people have a fear of aging so by the time they reach 50 many are quite paranoid when they need not be. As a matter of fact if you have the right attitude and desire your fifties could be some of the best years of your life. By this time you don’t ...
Views: 2147 - The Connection Between Inflammation and Alzheimer's Disease - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2011 from Jennifer HillAlzheimer's is a progressive disorder that results in the degeneration of the brain. It is often a paradoxical disorder, affecting the minds of individuals whose physical bodies are perfectly healthy otherwise. Alzheimer's slowly and insidiously produces dementia that leaves aging individuals ...
Views: 2142 - School Your Brain: How To Plan Your Own Brain Health Curriculum - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2012 from Cynthia GreenAs we move into the fall, our thoughts turn to getting back into the routine of the year. Remember when that routine included school? It still should. Why? Chances are getting schooled is just the kind of workout your brain can use. Numerous studies have shown that staying intellectually ...
Views: 2139 - Understanding the causes of a Heart Attack - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2011 from Popa WoolseyHearing the words, "you have had a Heart Attack" will strike fear in the any normal human being. Understanding the causes of a Heart Attack may help you understand what has happened. Coronary artery disease or CAD is one of the most frequent causes. The plaque buildup over a period of time, ...
Views: 2137(3 votes) - Ayurveda- Using Ayurvedic Treatments for Acne - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2010 from sarah labdarAcne is the most common problem that affects our skin today. No matter what age you are 15, or 40 acne can affect the appearance of your skin. Acne is caused by sebaceous glands producing excess sebum. Sebum clogs the skin and pores or the hair follicle, which forms acne. Grease, dirt, and harsh ...
Views: 2135(3 votes) - Sulit.Com.Ph - Paving the Way for Pinoy Business Advertising - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2012 from Richelle LaurelSharing the Success Last April 18, Sulit.com.ph launched to the members of the media two of their new television commercials for their Ano Ba Hanap Mo? Campaign. Aside from the television commercials, The Philippines’ #1 Classified Ads Website also made public their new billboard, as well as ...
Views: 2135(1 vote) - ***Supplements for Optimal Aging – Part 3 - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2012 from Frank WilhelmiMore Antioxidants for Optimal Aging Here are some other antioxidants that should be a part of your strategy to minimize the effects of aging. Alpha-Lipoic Acid is an antioxidant that is both fat-soluble and water-soluble, and crosses the blood-brain barrier to work in all tissues. It can ...
Views: 2127(1 vote) - Transforming Sob Stories Into Wabi Sabi Stories: The Art of Being Perfectly Imperfect - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Janbreathe@aol.com Janbreathe@aol.comWabi Sabi (wah-bee sah-bee) is a Japanese concept of life and art in which beauty is found in things that are weathered, asymmetrical, incomplete, imperfect and impermanent. As I age, my body is becoming all of the above and, therefore, Wabi Sabi has become my new kemo sahbee (faithful friend). ...
Views: 2123(1 vote) - Avoiding Clogged Pores - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from George PrugarThe trick to healthy glowing skin is clean pores. That’s why there are so many pore cleansing products on the market right now. What are pores? What do they do? How do you keep them clean? Do any of those pore cleaning products actually work? Purifying Pores Pores help our skin to breathe. ...
Views: 2117(1 vote) - Understanding Your Sciatica - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2010 from David StevensWhen you think you are suffering from the pain of sciatica; learning about sciatica will allow you to decide when you need to see the doctor. Understanding your condition will help you understand the evaluation and possible treatment options. True sciatica is caused by irritation of the ...
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