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- Attain Healthy Eyes Through Your Mouth - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2007 from Sharon BellMany people are unaware that one major reason why they eat is to provide the body with vitamins and minerals that are needed to maintain optimum health. It seems that, nowadays, people are not too conscious about the quality of food that they put inside their mouths. As a result, many are ...
Views: 727 - Avoid An Ugly Face By Knowing Your Skin Type - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2007 from Sharon BellBy figuring out the type of your facial skin, you can plan out your cleansing regimen more effectively and without the effects of irritation. Doing so will surely bring out the best in your face even if you do not apply makeup. Learn the four basic types of skin and maintain a fresh revitalized ...
Views: 1311 - Avoid Dry Skin Woes: Big Secrets To Rejuvenating Your Skin - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2007 from Sharon BellWinter is fast approaching. And sure enough your skin will be among the casualties of the coldness and dryness brought about by this season. In winter, outdoor humidity is in the lowest levels. Meanwhile, as you use the heater more often inside your home or office, the level of skin moisture is ...
Views: 670 - Avoid Swollen Veins With These Three Important Steps - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2008 from Sharon BellDid you ever wonder why your veins are susceptible to swelling? Why do some veins on your legs develop into ugly varicose and spider veins? Well, it all begins with the heart and the whole blood circulation process in the body. You see, the heart is responsible for pumping blood that is rich ...
Views: 707 - Bad Breath Q & A - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2008 from Sharon BellWhat causes bad breath? Bad breath or halitosis has many causes. In 80 to 90 percent of cases, it’s due to something in the mouth. Poor oral hygiene or problems with the teeth, gums, and mouth are the most common causes. Check your mouth first for signs of problems. Be on the lookout for ...
Views: 747 - Bad News For Drinkers - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2008 from Sharon BellHere’s bad news for heavy drinkers. Alcoholism and mental illness often go together and this deadly combination can spell disaster for patients and their loved ones. This was revealed by Mayo Clinic psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Hall-Flavin who said that alcoholism and bipolar disorder usually ...
Views: 589 - Banish Your Blues Away The Natural Way - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2007 from Sharon BellDepression is a widespread psychological problem that is often ignored by many. Based on figures from the 2003 National Healthcare Quality Report, about 80% of people who are suffering from depression are not taking any treatment. The main causes of this problem include stressors, history of ...
Views: 733 - Battling BO - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2008 from Sharon BellBothered by body odor or BO? You’re not alone. Millions of people have this problem and like you, they can’t stand it. To understand the nature of the problem, let's examine how sweat is produced. Perspiration is the product of sweat glands which are situated in the deepest of ...
Views: 880 - Battling Bone Cancer - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2008 from Sharon BellMyeloma is a type of cancer in which abnormal cells destroy normal tissue. This results in extremely fragile bones and intense pain. This condition, which is also known as Kahler's disease, is common in adults between the ages of 50 and 70. More men than women suffer from the ...
Views: 706 - Be a menopause myth buster - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2007 from Sharon BellA person’s sex life changes over time. But aging or the menopause doesn't always mean we lose interest in sex or the ability to enjoy those pleasures that are personally fulfilling. "A lot of women worry that they're past their prime,” said Dr. Mary Marnach of the Mayo Clinic. She ...
Views: 624 - Belly Dancing And Erasing Cellulite: The Perfect Combination! - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2007 from Sharon BellWith all the noise about cellulite, many women wonder if these fatty lumps can ever be eliminated after they have developed on different areas of the body. And to add to the confusion, a number of fitness gurus and medical professionals proclaim that it is impossible for anyone to be free of ...
Views: 923 - Benefits Of Inhaled Asthma Medicines - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2008 from Sharon BellHow can inhaled medicines help asthmatics? One important benefit is that they help you save money in the long run and keep you away from the hospital. This is good news for asthmatics considering that the health-related costs of asthma are great. The disease results in less income due to less ...
Views: 551 - Beware Of The Terrible Sleep Snatchers - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2008 from Sharon BellGetting enough sleep is important for everybody, regardless of age, race and gender. People all over the world can benefit from obtaining the right amount of shuteye; especially in the development and regeneration of cells and the prevention of certain diseases and conditions, such as Type II ...
Views: 604 - Bone Mineral Density: How To Detect Osteoporosis Accurately - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2007 from Sharon BellFew diseases can be considered as silent assassins; meaning, conditions that can slowly take your life without you knowing it. Osteoporosis is one such condition. Although this condition does not instantly lead to death like cardiac arrest, it can surely take away your lifestyle as you know it. ...
Views: 2061 - Boost Your Brain With Physical And Mind Exercises - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2007 from Sharon BellDecades ago, people believe that senility or frequently forgetting a lot of things is a fact of life for old people. For them, there is nothing that one can do but gracefully accept that at a certain age, probably 70 or 80, one will start to show signs of cognitive function decline. In recent ...
Views: 1015 - Boosting Strength And Stability Of Your Joints And Cartilages - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2007 from Sharon BellIf you want to ensure that your joints are healthy and pain-free for the rest of your life, then you better focus on the wellness of the two most important components of your joints; your cartilage and your synovial membrane. The cartilage is basically responsible for providing protection to ...
Views: 1165 - Bottled Water Causes Cavities In Kids - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2008 from Sharon BellChildren who drink bottled water are more likely to develop cavities. This startling revelation comes from British researchers who said that the fluoride levels in bottled water are too low to protect kids’ teeth. At the World Dental Congress in Montreal, Canada, researchers said ...
Views: 815 - Brain Disorder Common In Summer - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2008 from Sharon BellSummer is a good time to enjoy the great outdoors. But the warm, sunny weather is also the time that mosquitoes mate and spread numerous diseases like encephalitis. Encephalitis is the inflammation of the brain that is often caused by a viral infection. It is a life-threatening disease, ...
Views: 566 - Brain-Boosting Herbs For Age-Related Memory Problems - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2008 from Sharon BellPeople often accept that memory problems starting at the age of 40 are inevitable and are part of the normal aging process. Although it is true that the neurons in the brain mature and age much like the other parts of the body, you should not take age-related memory lapses and cognitive problems ...
Views: 1201 - Breast Is Best - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2008 from Sharon BellShould you breastfeed or bottle feed your baby? The American Academy of Pediatrics' Committee on Nutrition said both are acceptable during the infant's first year. This fact was echoed by Dr. Susan Baker of the Boston Children's Hospital, the world's largest pediatric research center, who said ...
Views: 551 - Breastfeeding Helps Women Loss Weight - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2008 from Sharon BellDid you know that breastfeeding enhances the contraction of the uterus and helps it return to its normal prepregnancy state more rapidly? This is another benefit mothers will enjoy from this healthy habit. Experts say there is less blood loss after delivery and nursing mothers lose weight more ...
Views: 550 - Britney's cellulite problem - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2007 from Sharon BellWe often envy celebrities for their flawless skin. But no one is perfect and some celebrities do have skin problems, especially cellulite. One good example is Britney Spears who has made headlines again for this embarrassing problem. Tabloids have devoted pages to Britney’s skin problem ...
Views: 1150 - Bug-Eyed Monsters - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2008 from Sharon BellOur innate fear of insects and things that crawl in the night was exploited by the early science fiction (SF) writers in the 1940s. These creepy creatures were often portrayed as alien invaders who menaced scantily-clad females - a scene that dominated the garish covers of the SF pulps for a ...
Views: 1042 - Caffeine Secret That's Worth More Than A Cup Of Coffee - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2007 from Sharon BellCellulite means big business. In recent years, Americans alone spend close to $100 million annually on products and services that fight off cellulite. And this figure does not even include money spent on exercise equipment and membership fees in gyms. But if only people with cellulite looked for ...
Views: 889 - Can Facial Exercises Save The Skin On Your Face? - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2008 from Sharon BellYou may have heard of facial exercises or perhaps you are doing one right now. These exercises are designed to zero in on the muscles on your face. The routines may include squeezing the lips for several seconds, raising eyebrows for a prolonged period, flexing the cheeks and opening and closing ...
Views: 787 - Can Sports Drinks Effectively Replace Sweat? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2008 from Sharon BellManufacturers claim sports drinks effectively replace lost sweat. Perspiration, as you know, is the body’s way of cooling itself. In hot weather, you could lose as much as a quart or two of water in an hour. As you sweat, the heart works harder, your body temperature drops, and your ...
Views: 772 - Can Vitamins Purify Water? - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2008 from Sharon BellCan vitamins purify water? That’s what some people say. In “But Not a Drop to Drink! The Lifesaving Guide to Good Water”, Steve Coffel said a balanced diet containing foods rich in vitamins A, C, and E may prevent the buildup of toxic substances in the body due to contaminated ...
Views: 964 - Can Yogurt Make You Live Longer? - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2008 from Sharon BellDuring my college days, very few people took yogurt seriously. It had a funny taste and not everyone was willing to make the sacrifice of eating it. That trend changed when yogurt was marketed as a health food. New flavors like vanilla and strawberry were introduced and sugar-free and low-fat ...
Views: 1349 - Cancer Risk Factors - by Submitted on May 21, 2008 from Sharon BellWith the knowledge we have about oncogenes, it is possible to tell exactly who will get cancer? That question is difficult to answer, especially since many factors are involved in the development of the disease. But there are certain risk factors that can increase your chances of getting ...
Views: 954 - Causes Of Bedwetting - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2008 from Sharon BellDoes your child always wet the bed every night? Is there any way to prevent this from happening? Nocturnal enuresis is the medical term for bed-wetting. This is common in young children who have yet to gain control of their bladder. Most bedwetters are boys and the condition may even persist ...
Views: 532 - Causes Of Low Sex Drive - by Submitted on May 02, 2008 from Sharon BellIn some cases, a couple’s failure to enjoy sex can result from a woman’s ignorance and upbringing. "Sometimes a woman fails to discuss her potential in sexual relationships because of inadequate knowledge of her anatomy, of the importance of timing during the sex act, or of the need ...
Views: 578 - Causes Of Male Infertility - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2008 from Sharon BellOne of the painful realities that occasionally confront married couples is their inability to bear children. This may come as a shock to couples who have long postponed child-bearing and have worked hard to realize their dreams - only to find later that one of them is infertile. While ...
Views: 498 - Causes Of Severe Dandruff - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2008 from Sharon BellDo you have stubborn dandruff? Are your itchy flakes driving you crazy? If so, you have seborrheic dermatitis, a common skin disorder that affects the scalp, face, upper chest, and other oily parts of the body. This skin problem is neither harmful nor contagious but it can definitely turn off ...
Views: 593 - Celebrities Not Immune To Stretch Marks - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2008 from Sharon BellWhen it comes to stretch marks no one is immune. They can affect anyone - rich or poor, young and old and yes, even men! Glamorous celebrities also have them. Take Cindy Crawford for instance. From the pictures taken by the Daily Mail during a Hawaiian holiday, it’s obvious that ...
Views: 1100 - Certified Stretch Mark Busters - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2007 from Sharon BellYou can consider stretch marks as regular spots on your skin. Most women have them in many parts of the body; and the truth is, before cosmetologists were able to define how a flawless skin should look like, stretch marks have already been growing in almost everyone's body. Think about your ...
Views: 1620 - Chocolate Facials For Healthy Skin - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2007 from Sharon BellParis salons are offering chocolate facials, wraps, and scrubs to people who want healthy-looking and wrinkle-free skin. The services aim to dispel once and for all the age-old myth that chocolate causes acne and other skin problems. The chocolate-based beauty treatments have been lauded by ...
Views: 797 - Cholera Makes a Comeback - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2008 from Sharon BellLike the dinosaurs, cholera is close to extinction in developed countries. There are very few cases there and one can hardly find the subject in most medical manuals. But in Africa, South America and Asia, the case is quite different. Cholera remains a significant health hazard in these parts ...
Views: 746 - Choosing A Dermatologist - by Submitted on May 03, 2008 from Sharon BellThe physical and psychological trauma of acne can be unbearable at times. Some people not only need a doctor but a shoulder to lean on. This is where a good dermatologist comes in. "Whether your case is moderate or severe, nothing will determine how fast or completely your condition improves as ...
Views: 501 - Circumcision And Cervical Cancer - by Submitted on May 24, 2008 from Sharon BellThe bad news about cervical cancer is that it is one of the most common cancers affecting the female reproductive organs. But cheer up! It's a slow-growing cancer and 100 percent curable if detected early. Cervical cancer usually affects women between 30 and 55 years old. The National Cancer ...
Views: 1093 - Coffee Can Make You Prone To Stretch Marks - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2008 from Sharon BellNothing beats a hot cup of coffee to jumpstart your day. But don’t overdo it. Experts say that drinking too much coffee and other caffeine-laced beverages can increase your chances of getting stretch marks. Caffeine is a stimulant that is consumed by 80 percent of the world’s ...
Views: 780 - Cold Hard Facts About Men And Osteoporosis - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2008 from Sharon BellMen often think that osteoporosis is a woman's disease. So, they go on about their lives believing that they have one less disease to worry about. But the truth about osteoporosis is that it can also strike men, particularly in their forties or fifties. And having osteoporosis can be very ...
Views: 866 - Complete Weight Loss Program: The Truth About The 5-Factor Diet - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2007 from Sharon BellThe 5-factor diet is a weight loss program that basically goes around with concepts that are linked to the number 5. This program was developed by Harley Pasternak and has been proven to bring about effective weight loss results within five weeks. Nevertheless, many users of this diet program ...
Views: 1359 - Complications Of Diabetes - by Submitted on May 08, 2008 from Sharon BellThanks to the efforts of two Canadian doctors, Frederick Banting and Charles Best, insulin was discovered and this dramatically changed the lives of millions diabetics, especially those suffering from insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM), the more severe form of the disease. No longer was ...
Views: 557 - Complications Of Hepatitis A - by Submitted on May 17, 2008 from Sharon BellThe good news is that most people who get hepatitis A recover completely in a matter of weeks. The disappearance of jaundice usually marks the beginning of recovery. Within one or two months, the liver, which is the target of the hepatitis A virus (HAV), is healed. And one bout of hepatitis A ...
Views: 1324 - Contact Lenses Linked To Eye Disease - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2008 from Sharon BellContact lenses have helped many people see. But their improper use can lead to a serious eye disease called keratitis. Keratitis is the inflammation of the comea (the clear central portion of the eye). It affects both sexes and can occur in all ages. Causes include a bacterial, viral or fungal ...
Views: 585 - Controlling Cough - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2008 from Sharon BellExpectorants or mucolytics are usually given for productive cough in the belief that they will help liquefy and loosen phlegm, making it easier to expel it from the body. Unfortunately, there is little evidence that these drugs work. The only exception to this rule is guaifenesin which the US ...
Views: 807 - Controlling Hypertension - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2008 from Sharon BellDrugs that treat high blood pressure are either short-acting or long-acting. The former won’t control blood pressure throughout the day. To do this, you have to increase the dosage or take it several times a day. In contrast, long-acting drugs can control your blood pressure much longer ...
Views: 1044 - Coping with Dementia - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2008 from Sharon BellNext to Alzheimer's disease, the second most common form of primary dementia is multi-infarct dementia (MID) or vascular-type dementia. This is usually found in Asians with an estimated incidence of 15 to 20 percent of all dementia cases. MID is triggered by a series of multiple strokes that ...
Views: 697 - Coping With Male Infertility - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2008 from Sharon BellEven if a man has a normal sperm count (which is 90 mil¬lion per cubic centimeter), he may still find it difficult to father children. How can this happen when it takes only one sperm to fertilize the egg? First of all, you have to consider the motility or speed of the sperm. By the time ...
Views: 436 - Cough Medicine Controversy - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2008 from Sharon BellMany doctors have declared war on cough medicines, saying the latter are ineffective and are often used inappropriately. Worse, they are also one of the most abused drugs in the country. A 2006 survey conducted by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration or SAMHSA showed ...
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