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- Myths About Homosexuality - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2008 from Sharon BellTo know what homosexuality really is, let's take a close look at some of the misconceptions surrounding this kind of behavior. Below are some myths and the facts behind these claims: Homosexuality is a disease. False. Since 1974, the American Psychiatric Association has removed homosexuality ...
Views: 1195 - Nasty Physical Changes You Can Expect During Pregnancy - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2008 from Sharon BellBeing pregnant is so common that a lot of people think that it is easy and enjoyable to undergo. In truth, however, women undergo a lot of changes emotionally and physically just to be able to bring a new child to life. If you are pregnant or planning to carry a child in the near future, you ...
Views: 681 - Natural Remedies Are Still The Best For Menopausal Symptoms - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2007 from Sharon BellYou laugh at all the jokes about old women. But when it is your time to be in their shoes, suddenly those jokes are not funny anymore. For many women like you, menopause is just around the corner. And the list of problems that you will encounter is anything but short. Think anxiety, nervousness, ...
Views: 641 - Never Let Up On Nurturing Your Beauty - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2008 from Sharon BellBeing beautiful or simply improving your appearance is always meant to be a fulltime commitment. Sure, a trip to your favorite salon or spa can make you feel good about yourself for a day or two, but what happens after that? Not only will you feel betrayed, your pockets will feel empty as well. ...
Views: 825 - Never Lose Your Marbles: What To Avoid To Prevent Memory Loss - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2007 from Sharon BellWhen you were a kid, losing your marbles can be easily resolved by buying new ones from the nearest hobby or kids' shop. But as you grow older, losing your marbles becomes a little more complicated as it could mean losing your brain power or memory. Memory loss can be a very challenging ...
Views: 1629 - Never Too Late To Stop Smoking - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2008 from Sharon BellSmoking can make some women look sexy but it brings a lot of problems as well. Experts say tobacco can damage a woman's reproductive health. It has been linked to reduced fertility, a higher risk of miscarriage, premature birth, stillbirth and infant death. Other health problems caused by ...
Views: 647 - No Botox For Malaysian Muslims - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2007 from Sharon BellIt’s final: Malaysian Muslims should learn to live with their wrinkles after the National Fatwa Council, the highest Islamic authority, ruled against the use of Botox. Declaring the popular wrinkle remover as “haram” or unlawful, the Council said Botox could not be used for ...
Views: 1169 - Nobody Wants To Have Cellulite - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2007 from Sharon BellResearch shows that cellulite appears on the thighs of more than 85 percent of females past the age of 18 regardless of ancestry, although it is somewhat more common in Caucasian and Asian women. To make matters worse, cellulite represents stored, hard to metabolize fat that is interdependent on ...
Views: 755 - Nutrients That Matter To Your Joints - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2007 from Sharon BellThe human body is composed of more than two hundred fully and partly movable joints. Joints usually exist where bones connect and they are the sole means that allow your body to move efficiently and safely. Imagine if you can not pivot the bones found in your neck; if you need to look back, you ...
Views: 1989 - Obesity A Factor In Gallstones - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2008 from Sharon BellChronic indigestion. Upper abdominal pain. Nausea and vomiting. These are the symptoms of gallstones, a condition that runs in families and is common in women between the ages of 20 and 60, obese individuals, and in those who lose weight suddenly. Gallstones rarely develop in children but this ...
Views: 607 - Obesity kills thousands yearly - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2008 from Sharon BellThe figures are frightening. Obesity is responsible for 300,000 deaths a year and many adults are in danger of suffering from diabetes, heart disease, stroke, gallbladder disease, and cancer because of this. Additionally, obese individuals are 10 to 50 percent more likely to die from the above ...
Views: 609 - Of Werewolves And Excess Hair - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2008 from Sharon BellIn the past, unwanted hair could bring the person a lot of trouble. That’s because hairy people were thought to be werewolves in disguise and they were either tortured or put to death. So great was the fear of werewolves in those days that people devised signs that supposedly identified ...
Views: 651 - Oral Antibiotics For Acne - by Submitted on May 14, 2008 from Sharon BellOral antibiotics like tetracycline do not work quickly against acne as they do against sore throats and earaches. It may take three to six weeks before your face shows any improvement. Eventually, you will have fewer pimples and reduced inflammation. Occasionally, acne bacteria develop a ...
Views: 758 - Oral Cancer Deaths On The Rise - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2008 from Sharon BellOral cancer is a killer. In the United States alone, there are over 22,000 cases every year and over 5,000 deaths yearly, according to the US National Cancer Institute. The emergence of oral cancer does not happen overnight. The slow but sure process is common in people between the ages of 60 ...
Views: 945 - Oral Implants For Healthy Smile - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2008 from Sharon BellMrs. Manolita S. Silvestre, a businesswoman from Manila, has a lot to smile about nowadays. Her speech has improved, she looks a lot better than before, and her confidence is up by a hundred percent. "I'm having a good time. I'm not ashamed to face people anymore and my self-esteem is high," ...
Views: 957 - Osteoporosis And Diabetes: A Match Made From Hell - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2008 from Sharon BellMore than forty million Americans risk having a disease called osteoporosis; and more than half of this number is composed of women. This condition is mainly characterized by weak and thinning bone structures. People who are suffering from osteoporosis are more susceptible to having fractures ...
Views: 642 - Other Benefits Of Breastfeeding - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2008 from Sharon BellBreastfed babies are less likely to suffer from eczema or allergic reactions to mother's milk than those taking cow's milk or formulas. Breast milk is also a rich source of fat, particularly unsaturated or vegetable-like fat, which meets 50 percent of the energy requirements of the infant ...
Views: 522 - Other Causes Of Bad Breath - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2008 from Sharon BellBad breath gets worse with poor dental hygiene, a common problem in spite of the presence of several brands of toothpastes and mouthwashes. Millions of people around the world have bad teeth due to a poor diet and bad dental practices. Bad breath that emanates from the mouth may be caused by ...
Views: 925 - Other Risk Factors For Cataracts - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2008 from Sharon BellWhile constant exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light is harmful, experts consider this as merely one of the factors in the development of cataracts along with heredity, malnutrition, injury, certain diseases, and the use of steroids. Two other groups at risk for UV damage are those who've had ...
Views: 1084 - Other Unproven Acne Remedies - by Submitted on May 06, 2008 from Sharon BellZinc was once touted as effective against acne but Dr. Peter W. Gould, former president of the New Zealand Dermatological Society, said it only "helped a little; there was nothing dramatic." The US recommended dietary allowance (RDA) for zinc is 15 milligrams and taking much can lead to ...
Views: 574 - Oyster Can Give You Hepatitis A - by Submitted on May 16, 2008 from Sharon BellFrom 1983 to 1989, the incidence of hepatitis A in the United States reached 58 percent. Some 35,800 cases were reported in the latter year. Many were foodborne-related outbreaks that occurred in Alaska, Florida, North Carolina, and Washington. The contaminants included, among others, an ...
Views: 707 - Painful Sex Caused By Sex - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2008 from Sharon BellA cyst is a sac filled with fluid or a semi fluid sub¬stance. One that develops in the ovary is called an ovarian cyst. Ovarian cysts are common in women between the ages of 20 and 50. It can grow alone or in groups in one ovary or both. Such cysts can be less than an inch in diameter or ...
Views: 584 - Painful Urination - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2008 from Sharon BellDo you urinate often? Is it a painful experience? Perhaps you have cystitis, a common problem in women. Cystitis is the inflammation of the urinary bladder, the organ which holds urine before it leaves the body. It is caused by bacteria which have entered the bladder via the urethra, the tube ...
Views: 596 - Parasomnia: The Truth About Bedwetting, Teeth Grinding, And Other Sleep Problems - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2007 from Sharon BellAt first mention of the phrase sleeping disorder, the thing that would probably pop out of your mind is insomnia, or a condition whereby a person is experiencing difficulty in maintaining or initiating sleep. However, the more common sleeping disorder, which affects the very young to the very ...
Views: 4206 - Paris Hilton Has Cellulite - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2007 from Sharon BellAlmost 90 percent of women in America and Europe suffer from the dreaded “cottage cheese” syndrome or “orange peel” skin known as cellulite. Cellulite is the lumpy substance resembling cottage cheese that is commonly found on the thighs, stomach, and butt. It is the ...
Views: 1518 - Perspiration And Body Odor - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2008 from Sharon BellIs lack of perspiration a problem? While others hate sweat and the corresponding body odor (BO) that it brings, people who have been blessed with little perspiration have a lot to be thankful for. Actually without realizing it, these people probably have more than enough perspiration. We lose ...
Views: 744 - Phytoestrogen: The Sensational Substance Against Menopausal Symptoms - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Sharon BellMenopause is something that almost every woman is dreading. Women know that at the onset of menopause, the aging process starts to accelerate. Aside from this, multitudes of symptoms also go with this undesirable phase in a woman's life. No woman in her right mind will welcome hot flashes, ...
Views: 1221 - Play It Safe To Avoid Back Pain - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2007 from Sharon BellBack muscles get strained, disks degenerate, and nerves are pinched. That’s what happens when you have back pain, a common complaint among athletes. Causes range from a strain, muscle overuse or a more ominous condition such as a herniated disc. "What has emerged in much greater numbers ...
Views: 556 - Playing Tricks On Your Mind Can Make You Lose Weight - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2007 from Sharon BellThere are countless of people who have waged battle against the bulge but have failed. The reason behind this is probably due to negative feelings many people have against the word diet. Just the mere thought of dieting and giving up sweets and carbohydrates give a number of people the ...
Views: 2034 - Poor Concentration Linked To Chemical Deficiency - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2008 from Sharon BellDo you find it hard to concentrate? Is your memory poor? Are you always groping in the dark when it comes to remembering important details? Scientists believe lack of concentration can be blamed to the body's deficiency of ACTH/MSH chemical proteins. ACTH, which is short for ...
Views: 679 - Popular Foodstuff For A Sharper Mind - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2007 from Sharon BellEverybody knows that food is important for strong and healthy growth. Eating the right type of food will help in boosting the immune system and enabling the body to perform at its peak. However, not many people are aware that eating the right type of food is also essential in keeping the mind ...
Views: 755 - Positive Outlook Is Best Anti-Aging Remedy - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2007 from Sharon BellWho doesn’t want to postpone their grey days? Most people talk about getting old as if it were some sort of disease or the end of the road as soon as your first grey hair arrives. The reality is, whether we like it or not we will reach old age. So how do you stay young despite old age? ...
Views: 875 - Pot Belly Is Not Just About Your Tummy - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2007 from Sharon BellHaving a big abdomen that is not due to pregnancy is something that can really put down anybody's self-confidence. Not only is beer gut unsightly, it is also an indication that you may be suffering from serious diseases, including heart problems or diabetes. A study conducted in 1993 has ...
Views: 2593 - Power Up Your Mind And Body To Ride Out Menopause - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2007 from Sharon BellEverybody knows the story of Rip Van Winkle, the guy who had slept for twenty years. He went away from home to escape his wife who nagged at him on a daily basis. It is basically a good story about laziness and the hate for profitable labor; it could even be the best vacation story ever! But how ...
Views: 738 - Power Up Your System Against Cold Sores - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2007 from Sharon BellIf you see white blisters forming on the outer part of your lips or the corners of your mouth, you probably have what is known as cold sores. Although these pesky lesions are not really painful, you wouldn't want a colony of blisters around your mouth because it is not a beautiful sight to ...
Views: 1037 - Powerful Skin Minerals That Can Wipe Off Stretch Marks - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2008 from Sharon BellNobody wants to have stretch marks on their skin. These marks make your skin look ugly whether they are half an inch or totally spread around your thighs, tummy and other areas. While you can hide them under your clothes, you can not cover them up forever; so you might as well deal with stretch ...
Views: 793 - Preeclampsia Threatens Mother And Child - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2008 from Sharon BellPreeclampsia or pregnancy-induced hypertension is one of the risks of pregnancy. It is common during the first pregnancy and its incidence increases with multiple births. In most cases, preeclampsia causes a slightly elevated blood pressure. But if blood pressure continues to rise, preeclampsia ...
Views: 871 - Prevent Osteoporosis From Ruining Your Life - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2007 from Sharon BellOsteoporosis is a bone disease that affects millions of women around the world. Women who suffer from this condition usually have bone mineral density (BMD) levels that are way below than the normal BMD levels; making them more prone to getting fractures. You will also notice that the elderly ...
Views: 603 - Preventing Bedsores - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from Sharon BellBedsores are skin ulcers that appear in areas constantly subjected to pressure. Bedridden pa¬tients, those with paralysis and/or spinal cord injuries who can’t change their posi¬tion often develop bedsores at pressure points in the lower back, buttocks, elbows, knees, shoulders, ...
Views: 693 - Preventing Crib Deaths - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2008 from Sharon BellEvery year, in the United States alone, over 8,000 to 10,000 infants die - not because of accidents or infec¬tious diseases; they simply don't wake up from sleep. "This condition is called sudden infant death syn¬drome (SIDS) and it is the most common cause of death during infancy. ...
Views: 543 - Preventing Memory Loss - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2008 from Sharon BellWhat’s the best way to improve your memory? The answer can be summarized in two words – use it! As with building muscles, the key to improving one's memory is simply to continue using it. There is no need to rely on vitamins or magic pills as none of these have any beneficial ...
Views: 569 - Pros And Cons Of Gold Fillings - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2008 from Sharon BellWant to feel like a million bucks? Why not get a gold filling? Dental records taken from the US Civil War-era in the 1800s show that gold was the most popular and most preferred filling material owing to its strength and durability. Although other filling materials like tin and amalgam were ...
Views: 1504 - Pros And Cons Of Hair Straightening - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2008 from Sharon BellThinking about straightening your long curly hair? Before you do anything, read this. It could save a lot of trouble. Bear in mind that no hair straightening method is safe nor will any of them give satisfactory results. Pomades or resinous fixatives are the easiest to apply and produce no ...
Views: 7317 - Protect Yourself From Asthma Triggers - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2008 from Sharon BellAsthma triggers are physical, chemical and medical substances that trigger an attack in the supersensitive airways of asthmatics. Because the airways are inflamed, they over-react to normally harmless substances like pollen and animal dander. Most cases of asthma are the result of allergic and ...
Views: 535 - Pssst...Your Hands Need Proper Skin Care Too! - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2008 from Sharon BellWhenever you think about skincare, your mind immediately focuses on your face. Well, you are not alone in this; the truth is many people concentrate their beauty regimen solely on their faces while they fail to take care of the other areas of their skin. It is as if the skin located on the back, ...
Views: 655 - Q & A On Dental Implant Surgery - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2008 from Sharon BellWHO CAN AVAIL OF DENTAL IMPLANTS? Although dental implants are currently used by over a million people worldwide, not everyone can avail of them. Only a professional implantologist can decide whether you’re an ideal candidate for dental implants after a thorough evaluation of your physical ...
Views: 1001 - Quack Cures For Baldness - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2008 from Sharon BellAmerican humorist Will Rogers once said that “the only thing that can stop falling hair is the floor." In spite of his advice, many people with falling hair continue to be misled by products that claim to grow hair. Americans spend more than $100 million yearly on phony baldness remedies. ...
Views: 2828 - Quack cures for diabetes - by Submitted on May 09, 2008 from Sharon BellSince many diabetics are ignorant about the disease, they may turn to quacks and their "miracle" cures without knowing that these could harm - if not kill - them. In the 1930s, a popular remedy for diabetes promoted by the Kaadt Diabetic Institute turned out to be a worthless mixture of vinegar ...
Views: 900 - Quack Cures For Psoriasis - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2008 from Sharon BellBecause of his or her appearance, the person with psoriasis may be tempted to try a number of questionable cures. While most of these quack remedies are probably harmless (except to your wallet), some of them are dangerous and should be avoided. A few may appear to work mainly because psoriasis ...
Views: 1357 - Quack Cures Psoriasis - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2008 from Sharon BellBecause of his or her appearance, the person with psoriasis may be tempted to try a number of questionable cures. While most of these quack remedies are probably harmless (except to your wallet), some of them are dangerous and should be avoided. A few may appear to work mainly because psoriasis ...
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