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- Fast Relief From Water Retention - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinEvery woman knows that there are some stages in their menstrual cycle when they feel their breasts are a little tender, their stomach a bit bigger, and their legs somewhat thicker because of fluid retention. This condition, which is also known as edema, is pretty normal. More often than not, ...
Views: 1154 - Japanese Scientist Develops Wrinkle-fighting Beer - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinA beer a day may keep wrinkles away if one Japanese scientist is to be believed. Sho Sind, chief scientist at the Akita Research Institute of Food and Brewing in Japan, claims he has invented a beer that works like a facial and will give you smooth, wrinkle-free skin. “I wanted our ...
Views: 1154 - Make Your Body Bikini-Ready For Summer - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinIf you think you can achieve rock-hard abs, skinny arms and to-die-for legs in a matter of days, you are absolutely wrong! If you want to sport a bikini and be stunning on the beach, you have to prepare your skin and body months ahead, especially if you are planning to lose a ton of weight which ...
Views: 1151 - Secrets To Younger Looking Skin - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinNo one can stop old age. It catches up with everyone sooner or later. But old age can be a blessing rather than a curse if you know how to look young. Here are some tips to push back the hands of time and avoid wrinkles. Drink enough liquids. Skin becomes dry and wrinkled if you lack fluids. ...
Views: 1144 - How To Eliminate Corns - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinYour hands and feet work a lot. They’re subjected to great pressure from doing daily tasks and walking. To protect itself from the strain and pressure of everyday life, the skin creates unsightly and painful corns. Corns are caused by wearing poorly-fitting boots or shoes. They usually occur ...
Views: 1143 - Life-threatening Perils Of Being Overweight - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinEven if being overweight and obese seem to be the trend in America, you should not think that having excessive fat in your body or carrying so much extra pounds is healthy. In fact, many of the serious and life-threatening illnesses are linked to being fat and obese. Now is the time to do ...
Views: 1138 - Eat Fish, Lose Weight - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinWhat is one food that can help in maintaining a sharper brain, pain-free joints and a healthy heart? The answer is fish. But sad to say, most people do not like to eat fish. There are more reasons to hate fish than there are reasons to love a juicy prime rib or a spicy fried chicken. People ...
Views: 1111 - Is Vegetarianism Healthy? - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinVegetarianism certainly has its rewards but there are risks involved if you're not careful. It all depends on the kind of diet you follow. There are three types of vegetarian diets, namely, vegan (the rare and true type) where no animal flesh or byproducts like eggs or dairy products are ...
Views: 1108(1 vote) - Nails Reveal Your Character - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinIt may take weeks, months or even years before you can truly know someone but our ancestors had a shorter way of judging people: they simply looked at their fingernails. If you want to discern a person’s character, then the best place to start is by looking at his or her fingernails, ...
Views: 1091 - A Practical Guide To Getting Flatter Abs - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinAs you grow older, you will notice that your stomach or tummy starts to protrude even if you are not pregnant or overweight. You see, as you age, your metabolism starts to slow down. Thus, the food that you eat is easily converted to fat. Unfortunately, if you do not do anything about this as ...
Views: 1086 - Blemish-free Skin For High Definition Videos And Pictures - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinRecent technological breakthroughs in making high definition televisions and digital and video cameras allow pictures and photos to become clearer, more vibrant and lifelike. Although we all appreciate the increasing sharpness and crispness of high definition, many are getting concerned that all ...
Views: 1084 - How Detoxification Can Help You Improve Your Life - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinThe colon is one efficient waste elimination system. In the early times, when the majority of foods that people eat are composed of fruits and vegetables, the colon does not really need outside help to function properly in getting rid of toxins and wastes out of the body. Nowadays, however, the ...
Views: 1074 - How Well Do You Know Your Breasts? - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinYou pamper and spoil them. You take them with you wherever you go. You bathe, shower, and sleep with them. And they're always with you whatever you do. Yet you'll be surprised how little most women know about their breasts. This ignorance has caused a lot of unnecessary heartaches, frustration, ...
Views: 1072 - How To Greatly Improve The Look Of Your Butt - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinApart from full and perky breasts, women are also pining for big and firm buttocks. Many know that an irresistibly round butt is something that a lot of men desire in women. Unfortunately, not everyone is gifted with a behind as beautiful as that of Jennifer Lopez or Jessica Biel. If you are ...
Views: 1071 - Live Healthy By Powering Up Your Immune System - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinYou might find the animated movie Osmosis Jones entertaining. However, transforming the immune system into a plain bacteria-busting police agent is really an understatement. It would be better if antibodies were treated as heroes (or heroines) because they continuously fight bacteria, viruses ...
Views: 1070 - Side Effects of Antifungal Drugs - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinYour doctor says you have a fungal nail infection and you want to get rid of it fast. But that’s easier said than done since the disease is difficult to treat and repeated infections are common. Compounding the problem is the fact that most oral medications are expensive, may not work, and ...
Views: 1070 - Dangers Of Contaminated Water - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinYou can’t see them. Neither can you feel them. But both bottled water and tap water may contain contaminants – like aluminum, chlorine, and lead – that can affect your health. By law, piped water from your faucet and bottled water should have “acceptable” or low ...
Views: 1069 - Does The Grapefruit Diet Work? - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinWill the "grapefruit diet" help you lose weight? Contrary to what its promoters say, this particular diet won’t burn fat. This is actually an old gimmick which made pink grapefruit popular in Britain in the early '70s. Because many people were fooled into thinking that they could become ...
Views: 1067 - Foods That Are Friendly On The Waistline, Or So You Thought! - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinEverybody wants to be healthy. Who in their right minds would like to suffer from cancer or battle with obesity or diabetes for the rest of their lives? The reason why the health industry is booming despite the rising oil prices and slowing down of economy is due to most people's desire to be ...
Views: 1065 - How To Avoid The Hidden Hazards Of Stress And Physical Burnout - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinMany believe that the feeling of helplessness or burnout is caused by psychological rather than physical problems. Losing a job or a loved one, having a chaotic schedule, or maintaining an abusive or unhappy relationship are the usual reasons behind being stressed and burned out. However, ...
Views: 1064 - Winning the War aAgainst Cellulite - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinDimples are nice to look at. But if they occur on the back of the hips, thighs and buttocks, they can lower your confidence and affect your social life. These misplaced dimples are called cellulite, a type of fat that often occurs in women. “Cellulite looks like dimpled or bumpy skin. ...
Views: 1062 - Obscure Factors You Didn't Know Can Ruin Your Weight - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinEverybody knows that obesity and unwanted pounds are fast swallowing the American society. About forty percent of people living in the United States are way above their ideal body weight. And with that comes all sorts of diseases that crop out from having weight problems. No wonder then that ...
Views: 1061 - Helpful Tips You Need To Know Before You Do Self-tanning - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinSummer is almost out, but a tanned and bronzed look is still in. If you do not have time to head to the beach and bathe in the sun, you can just rely on self-tanning sprays to help you get that rich bronze skin color. Otherwise, you will badly stand out in a crowd if you are still pale and white ...
Views: 1057 - Practical Solutions To Top 6 Beauty Mishaps - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinResourcefulness and a little bit of creativity are what you need in order to get out of a tight fix, especially when it comes to fashion and beauty faux pas. But sometimes, no matter how creative you are, you need the help of experts to get out of a potentially embarrassing situation. Here are ...
Views: 1048 - Risks And Rewards Of A Manicure - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinGetting a manicure or a pedicure these days is easy considering the thousands of nail salons and beauty parlors that offer these services. But did you know that these procedures can be dangerous at the wrong hands? Dr. Richard Scher of the American Academy of Dermatology said that you can ...
Views: 1041 - Prepare For The Difficulties Of Menopause By Knowing Its Symptoms - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinThe mere mention of menopause can bring images of hot flashes or mood changes in a lot of women. Most women, even men, think that menopause is just that – the manifestation of several irritating symptoms. However, menopause is actually a process in which the ovaries start to lessen the ...
Views: 1040 - Five Tips For You To Sleep Like A Baby - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinSince you are not a zombie who doesn't have a brain, you need to make sure that you have ample sleep everyday. You need some snooze time in order to ensure that your mind functions at its peak and your body has the energy to do the things that you ought to do. Unfortunately, most people in the ...
Views: 1032 - Do You Need A Bra? - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinEver since the male species became obsessed with female breasts, things were never the same. Women suddenly became conscious of them - whether they were big enough and looked right. Fashion found a way of exploiting them and pop star Madonna gave new meaning to them with her outrageous ...Ever ...
Views: 1026 - Thin People Can Also Be Obese - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinThin is “in” but just because you're skinny doesn't mean you're healthy. Researchers found that thin persons may also be obese due to hidden fat that may affect vital organs like the heart, liver or pancreas. This puts them at risk for deadly ailments like diabetes and heart disease. ...
Views: 1024 - How To Avoid Having Painful And Damaged Joints - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinRunners, athletes, overweight, obese and old people know that the knees are joints in the body susceptible to wear and tear. Overexertion or excess body weight can really cause knee problems in the future. What's more, knee pain is one of the most excruciating pains one could ever ...Runners, ...
Views: 1023 - The Right Stuff To Excellent Oral Health - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinBrushing and flossing daily are good habits that can help improve the health of your teeth, gums and mouth. However, these are not the only things that you need for your teeth to become stronger and your breath to smell fresher. The things that you eat and don't eat can actually have a strong ...
Views: 1022 - How To Look Dazzling On The Beach Without Really Trying - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinIt's summer once again and you know that it is the perfect time for you to show off your new buff body. After looking at your body in front of the mirror, you feel pleased that the long hours you spent working out in the gym and the countless weight loss programs you endured have finally paid ...
Views: 1016 - Ugly Nails A Sign of Infection - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinDo you have thick, discolored or deformed nails? Is the surrounding skin inflamed and painful? Do your nails smell bad? If you said “yes” to these questions, perhaps you have onychomycosis, a fungal infection of the nails that affects 25 to 40 percent of people over the age of 60. ...
Views: 1012 - All About Arthritis - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinOld age brings about a number of diseases. One of them is rheumatoid arthritis (RA) that affects millions of people worldwide. In RA, the body's connective tissue reacts sensitively to invading bacteria, changes in temperature or secretions made by the endocrine glands. Physical and emotional ...
Views: 1008 - Sensible Tips About Staying Young - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinSince time immemorial, man has always been in a quest to find the fountain of youth because almost everybody wants to be eternally youthful, strong and beautiful. However, until now, scientists are yet to uncover a miracle cure or pill that will make these desires come true. You really do not ...
Views: 1007 - The Many Wonders Of Goji Berries - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinMore and more people these days are becoming conscious about their health and body. With a little inspiration from their Hollywood idols, many men and women in the US and around the globe are leaving no stones unturned just to find foods, products or supplements that will help maintain a healthy ...
Views: 1006 - Proven Strategies That Take Off Numbers On The Weighing Scale - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinWith the increasing clamor to fight obesity and the diseases that come with it, there have been a lot of diet programs cropping up everywhere. Just surf the Web and you will get confused on what program to follow. It seems that everyone wants to get a share of the billion-dollar weight loss ...
Views: 1001 - The bad side of eyelid surgery - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinIn 2005, blepharoplasty or cosmetic eyelid surgery was listed as the third most popular surgical procedure among men and women by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). Over 230,000 operations were performed in the United States alone. In the United Kingdom, the same ...
Views: 1001 - Are Herbs ?Good For Asthma? - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinLong before there were inhalers or tablets, doctors relied on herbal medicine to help asthmatics. This is not surprising since many asthma drugs originated from medicinal plants. Theophylline, for instance, comes from the herb Datura stramonium while Amni visnana is the source of cromolyn ...
Views: 997 - The Hidden Causes Of Your Inability To Lose Weight - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinA lot of people, both men and women alike, are exasperated because no matter how much they give their best efforts to losing weight, they still find themselves not satisfied about the results of their diets and hours of exercising and strength training. If you are one of those people who find it ...
Views: 989 - Avoid Common Health Conditions By Knowing What To Eat - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinEverything that you put inside your mouth can either nourish or harm you. Food can be vital in making you feel better or worsening your condition. Thus, it is very important for us to be careful with the things that we eat. For conditions like stress or depression, you actually do not need to ...
Views: 976 - Why The Ugly Stepsisters Hate Cinderella - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinIt is not really surprising why the ugly stepsisters are so jealous of Cinderella. Aside from being stunningly beautiful, she is vibrant and full of life. Moreover, if you look closely at her skin, you will realize that it is so soft and cellulite free even if she may have calluses from ...It is ...
Views: 972 - The Health Wonders Of Dandelions - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinPeople love flowers because they are beautiful and fragrant. Many of us buy flowers to make our homes more attractive and sweet smelling. In fact, it is not surprising to see extracts of these pretty blossoms in perfumes, lotions and other beauty products. However, not many are aware that most ...
Views: 971 - Smokers Have More Wrinkles - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinHere's another good reason to quit smoking. Researchers at the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor's dermatology clinic found that smoking may increase wrinkles at parts of the body other than the face – even on areas that are covered with clothes! Yolanda Helfrich and her team who ...
Views: 967 - How To Enjoy Eating In Restaurants Without Giving Up On Your Diet - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinBeing on a diet does not mean you have to say no to every lunch and dinner date with friends. There is really nothing wrong with eating out every once in a while. In fact, this may even help you feel less restricted and less bored with whatever your diet program requires you to eat. However, ...
Views: 965 - Don't Be Bullied By Bursitis - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinAre you being bullied by bursitis? Terrorized by tendonitis? Fear no more. It’s time to fight back! Bursitis is the inflammation of the bursa, the saclike fluid filled structure that lubricates, cushions, and protects the joint. The bursae of the elbow, shoulder, hip, knee or heel ...
Views: 964 - Dangers Of Water Filters - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinWorried about the safety of your drinking water? Concerned about the harmful bacteria that may be present whenever you turn on the tap? If you think buying a drinking water treatment unit (DWTU) will solve that problem, think again. According to the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), water ...
Views: 960 - How to Prevent Cellulite - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinCellulite. The very word strikes fear in the hearts of most women and for a very good reason. Not only is cellulite embarrassing, it can be annoying and unsightly as well. This condition, where fat appears as dimpled skin around the hips, thighs, and buttocks, can prevent you from wearing shorts ...
Views: 960 - Give Your Feet A Treat - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinA lot of people put their focus on making their face, hair, hands and skin beautiful. More often than not, they forget to give even the slightest attention to their feet. This has got to change. It is important to note that your feet deserves all the rest and respect it needs because they are ...
Views: 959(1 vote) - Tips On How You Can Stick To Your Weight Loss Plan - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinThere is no easy way to lose weight permanently and safely. Even liposuction carries some risks and may prove to be painful. Thus, if you are planning to shed some pounds, you might as well accept the fact that there will be obstacles along the way and it would never be a walk in the ...
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