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- Qualities Of Good Dental Fillings - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2008 from Sharon BellYou have a cavity that needs to be repaired. To do this, your dentist will clean the area and cover it up with a dental filling. But the choices are numerous: teeth can be filled with gold, porcelain or silver amalgam among others. Which one is best for you? Choosing the right dental filling ...
Views: 1038 - Rats Less Likely To Give You Rabies - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2008 from Sharon BellYou're less likely to get rabies from a rat but the chances of acquiring the disease become greater with cats and other carnivorous animals like dogs and even bats. These animals may be infected with the disease and transmit it among themselves or to humans by biting them. Not all animals ...
Views: 529 - Reach Your Fat Burning Goal - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2007 from Sharon BellEven though certain foods can help you burn calories and lose weight, consume a variety of foods and burn calories through movement and exercise. For those who are interested anyway, some of these “fat burners” include foods that are rich in vitamin C. Limes, lemons, oranges, ...
Views: 617 - Recommended Remedies For Menopausal Memory Gaps - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2007 from Sharon BellIt is not uncommon for women to complain about having difficulty to concentrate or remember things. Many whine about misplacing keys or eyeglasses, forgetting names or places, or missing dates or appointments. This absentmindedness or poor memory sometimes starts when a woman is approaching ...
Views: 768 - Reduce Fibromyalgia Pain - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2007 from Sharon BellDo you experience morning stiffness, trouble sleeping, headaches, poor memory and concentration? Check with your doctor because you may have fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia affects as many as 6 million people in the United States. Most cases occur in women of childbearing age, but children, the ...
Views: 600 - Relief From Menstrual Cramps - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2008 from Sharon BellEvery month it’s the same old story. You feel bloated and sick. Your lower abdomen and back hurt like hell. There is nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, irritability and nervousness. As the day wears on, things get worse. It’s that time of the month again, and you’re ...
Views: 600 - Relieve Stress With Relaxation Therapy - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2007 from Sharon BellThe twenty-first century can be defined as the age of stress. It seems ironic that with all the modern amenities and technologies that science has come up with, life for most people still revolves around a rat race. Stress has taken its toll on the emotional and physical aspects of so many ...
Views: 882 - Relieve The Pains Of Tendonitis Naturally - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2007 from Sharon BellLong hours of typing or working, hauling of furniture, extra rounds of golf, cleaning the garage or attic all day and other sudden performance of strenuous activities make you look like a hard hitter in life; a super homo sapiens so to speak. But all the vigorous exertions that you do will ...
Views: 656 - Restore Your Confidence With Dental Implants - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2008 from Sharon BellLosing one or more teeth can be a painful experience for most people. One Norwegian survey found that it was so stressful and comparable to having “trouble with relatives.” The toothless patient has every reason to worry. That person looks older because of his or her shrinking ...
Views: 603 - Safe Sex Can Prevent Cervicitis - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2008 from Sharon BellIf you’re not into safe sex, maybe it’s time you started. This will help prevent diseases like cervicitis. Cervicitis refers to the inflammation or infection of the cervix. It affects females of all ages, particularly those with diabetes and recurrent vaginitis (inflammation of the ...
Views: 700 - Save Your Relationship With These Amazing Secrets - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2007 from Sharon BellMany relationships become strained once problems on lovemaking arise. During the first few months or even years in a romantic relationship, when and where to have sex may not be a problem for the couple. Because of passion, lust and love, both partners are all too willing to give in to each ...
Views: 662 - Save Yourself From Freckles - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2007 from Sharon BellIf you have freckles, you’re not alone. Millions of people around the world have them. Removing or reducing their appearance can be painful not to mention the fact that it’s expensive too. Freckles are marks that appear on the skin as a consequence of sun exposure. They are usually ...
Views: 681 - Say 'Hi' To Hives - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from Sharon BellThey’re red and itchy. They may last for a few hours or days. They can appear anywhere in the body. They’re hives and they can make your life miserable. Hives are raised, red, itchy areas on the skin brought about by the release of histamines and other chemicals in the body during ...
Views: 718 - Scalp Reduction For Hair Loss? - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2008 from Sharon BellAnother way to treat baldness is scalp reduction. In this technique, the surgeon cuts a strip of skin from the bald area and sews the edge of the scalp together. The stretched skin moves hair on the sides of the head closer to the top, thereby reducing the bald areas to be covered by a hair ...
Views: 1124 - Schizophrenia Difficult To Treat - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2008 from Sharon BellSchizophrenia is the most common and severe form of psychosis or thought disorder. It affects both men and women and appears to run in families. Because the exact cause of this condition is unknown, it may be diffi¬cult to treat and is usually permanent. "About one percent of the ...
Views: 792 - Screening Procedure For Colon Cancer - by Submitted on May 27, 2008 from Sharon BellAnother helpful technique in diagnosing colon cancer is the stool-guaiac test or occult stool blood test which helps the doctor detect blood in your stool that is invisible to the naked eye. You should have one annually after the age of 50. The results of this test will determine whether you ...
Views: 907 - Seal Out Tooth Decay - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2008 from Sharon BellProper brushing and flossing together with the use of fluoride can greatly reduce the incidence of cavities in children as well as adults. However, fluoride cannot reach the chewing surfaces of back teeth. This is most evident in young people. But there is a simple way to solve that problem and ...
Views: 875 - Secrets To Looking And Feeling Young - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2007 from Sharon BellDon't lose sleep over your age and about getting older. Age is nothing but a bunch of numbers added together, while getting old is just all in the mind. The only reason why you need to remember your age is when you need to fill up government or medical forms. Otherwise, you can forget about it ...
Views: 715 - Secrets To Losing Weight: Getting Rid Of Excuses Before Getting Rid Of The Flab - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2007 from Sharon BellLosing weight is a matter of understanding the laws of physics. The amount of weight you lose and the rate at which you will lose all your excess baggage is a function between the amount of energy that your body takes in through food and the amount of this same energy that will be used up by ...
Views: 593 - Selecting The Right Sunglasses - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2008 from Sharon BellTo protect yourself from cataracts and other vision problems associated with ultraviolet (UV) light radiation, what should you do? Wearing sunglasses immediately comes to mind but do they really protect your eyes from the sun? To compare how well sunglasses block UV rays, Consumer Reports ...
Views: 1488 - Seven Fun And Easy Activities That Can Help Boost Your Mind Power - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2008 from Sharon BellStress, unhealthy diet, lack of exercise, sleep deprivation, mentally undemanding work, smoking, and many other factors are responsible for the faster rate of aging in the brain. It is not really surprising that people in their late 30s are already experiencing memory gaps and poor ...
Views: 1774 - Seven Secrets To A More Beautiful And Fairer Skin - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2007 from Sharon BellIf you want a rosy, soft, and young-looking skin, you have to work hard for it. You need to pay attention to what you eat, and what you put on your face to help ensure that your skin becomes as beautiful and soft as that of a baby. People with lots of money to spend can always go under the ...
Views: 793 - Sex And Old Age - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2008 from Sharon BellA Biblical passage that seeks to explain man's sinful nature reads, "For the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak." That same passage may well apply to the elderly who wish to remain sexually active during their advanced years but who now have to curb that and the other pleasures of life ...
Views: 985 - Sex At Forty Allows You To Rediscover Yourself - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2008 from Sharon BellMany women are surprised whenever they are asked about their sexual appetite. There are those who think that sex issues are a personal matter, while there are some who think that talking about one's sexual interest is embarrassing or immoral, even downright gross. But talking about a woman's sex ...
Views: 2715 - Sex In Old Age - by Submitted on May 02, 2008 from Sharon BellWhat about old age? Are we doomed to suffer in silence at the onslaught of the aging process which many believe is responsible for sexual decline in the later years? Or can we still enjoy sex regardless of our age? Although changes in sexual drive are common as one ages and the desire for ...
Views: 1531 - Sexual Fantasies In Women Changed The Way They Make Love - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2008 from Sharon BellIn many parts of the world, America included, talking about women's sexual fantasies can still be considered as taboo. It is always a given that the issue of sexual fantasies should be confined within men's world. No wonder then that many women are left with uptight, if not totally inhibited ...
Views: 721 - Sexual Orgasms Are More Than Just The Oohs And Aahs - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2007 from Sharon BellIt does not take much of an imagination to know why many people love to make love. The stimulation produced by engaging in sexual activities is unique and totally feels good. While achieving your orgasm is the pinnacle of your sexual adventure, did you know that it also has some health benefits ...
Views: 1198 - Shake Off The Shakes - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from Sharon BellYou don't have to be Michael Jackson to experi¬ence tremors or shaking hands. Most people have them at one time or another and their causes are as varied as the moves Jackson can make. If your hands tremble, it could be the result of fatigue or tension. Mine usually does after long hours ...
Views: 846 - Shedding light on lupus - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2008 from Sharon BellLupus is a disease that attacks thousands of Americans yearly. Most of its victims are women of childbearing age. “Lupus occurs more frequently in women than it does in men, though it isn't clear why. Four types of lupus exist - systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), discoid lupus ...
Views: 694 - Shocking Solutions For Kidney Stones - by Submitted on May 13, 2008 from Sharon BellNot all attacks of kidney stones are painful. Some people have them for years without feeling anything. In fact, it's not uncommon for stones to be discovered accidentally during a routine X-ray examination for another problem. But it's hard to forget the pain that kidney stones bring. This ...
Views: 784 - Should You Buy Bottled Water? - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2008 from Sharon BellDoctor’s have been telling us to drink six to eight glasses of water everyday for a very good reason. As solid as appears to be, the human body is actually a vast sea. Two-thirds of it is made up of water which comprises 83 percent of the blood, 75 percent of muscle, 74 percent of the ...
Views: 927 - Should You See A Vision Therapist? - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2008 from Sharon BellIs your child having difficulty at school? Does he or she find it hard to copy what’s written on the blackboard? Does your child have trouble concentrating? If so, he or she may have a vision problem and vision therapists claim they can solve that easily. Through a series of eye ...
Views: 843 - Side Effects of Acne Drugs - by Submitted on May 06, 2008 from Sharon BellBenzoyl peroxide is another safe and effective topical agent for the early treatment of acne. Available in varying strengths, this chemical works by penetrating into the oil glands of the skin and killing bacteria responsible for acne inflammation. By peeling the skin, benzoyl peroxide also ...
Views: 513 - Side Effects Of Varicose Veins Treatments - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2008 from Sharon BellDo varicose vein treatments like radiosurgery and sclerotherapy have any side effects? Of course they have but these can be minimized at the hands of a skilled doctor. With sclerotherapy that uses injections to shrink swollen veins, a few may suffer from allergic reactions, infection, ...
Views: 860 - Signs of roach infestation - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2008 from Sharon BellCockroaches have been around for 400 million years. There are 57 known species in the United States but the most common type - Blatella germanica - lives in kitchens and bathrooms. You'll seldom find roaches in the day; most species are nocturnal. But you can be sure your home is infested if ...
Views: 952 - Sitting On The Job A Sure Way To Get Hemorrhoids - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2008 from Sharon BellSitting may be a relaxing way to do one's job. But too much time on the chair may also encourage the growth of hemorrhoids which are not only annoying but painful as well. Those who suffer from this occupational disease include bus drivers, judges and writers. Sedentary occupations, however, ...
Views: 493 - Six Reasons Why You Should Sleep - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2007 from Sharon BellA lot of people feel that 24 hours is not enough to accomplish everything that is needed to be done within the day. Because of very busy work and social schedules, many end up sleeping less and less in order to prolong their working hours. Without really meaning to, many of us end up being ...
Views: 703 - Sleep Or Die: Sleeping Disorders That Can Cost Your Life - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2007 from Sharon BellMillions of Americans are suffering from many forms of sleep disorder. And often, sleep problems at night become more than just tossing and turning on your bed and having dark circles or eye bags the following morning. The implications linked to sleep disorders can seriously affect your mental ...
Views: 5500 - Smell And Rub Your Way To Cellulite Reduction - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2007 from Sharon BellYou keep yourself off from junk food. And you negotiate the treadmill for an average of two hours a day. You don't even count the number of trips you make to the nearby coffee shop everyday, walking. You're thin, alright; but still, you have saddlebags on your thighs and whenever you raise your ...
Views: 707 - Smoking And Emphysema - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2008 from Sharon BellYears of smoking can take its toll on the body. One disease you’re likely to get is emphysema. Emphysema is a condition wherein the air sacs (alveoli) and small airways of the lungs are overstretched and damaged, making breathing difficult. Aside from smoking, other risk factors are age, ...
Views: 522 - Smoking Not Only Kills; It Causes Osteoporosis Too! - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2007 from Sharon BellOsteoporosis and other bone-density-related problems affect everyone – men, women, young and old. Although women and the elderly are more susceptible in getting such diseases, men and the younger generations are not immune to them. Figures from the National Institute of Health, ...
Views: 613 - Smoking Pot Can Lead To Schizophrenia - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2008 from Sharon BellSmoking pot can increase your risk of getting schizophrenia. The risk becomes higher when the drug is used by people under the age of 21. While those with a biological predisposition towards schizophrenia (e.g. a family history of the disease) are at the highest risk, heavy cannabis users ...
Views: 747 - Soldiers Get Their Job Done By Sacrificing Their Sleep - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2008 from Sharon BellThere is one very important issue in the ongoing war against terror that does not get into the headlines. It is all about the quality of sleep that US soldiers are getting in the frontlines. Reports say that American military personnel serving in Iraq and Afghanistan are staying wide awake ...
Views: 658 - Spare Your Child From Unhealthy Weight Gain - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2007 from Sharon BellKids are more and more preoccupied with playing computer games, surfing the Internet, and hours and hours of watching television. As a result, children are spending less time playing outdoors with friends and enjoying other physical activities that make them fit. Now, it is quite common to see ...
Views: 575 - Special Candy Helps Fight Tooth Decay - by Submitted on May 14, 2008 from Sharon BellWhen it comes to dental health, candies are often a no-no. Dentists are quick to tell patients to avoid sticky sweets since they greatly contribute to tooth decay and other dental problems. But researchers have recently found a new way for candy lovers to have their way. They’re developed ...
Views: 543 - Sports Drinks And Tooth Decay - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2008 from Sharon BellOne problem associated with sports drinks is that they contribute to tooth decay. Dr. Alex Milosevic of the University of Liverpool in England said most products contain high acid levels that can destroy teeth. In the British Journal of Sports Medicine, he reported the case of a 23-year-old ...
Views: 559 - Stay Alive With Smoke Detectors - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2008 from Sharon BellNo one wants to have a fire. But when it happens, your chances of controlling the blaze and escaping death are greater if you have a smoke detector and fire extinguisher. These two important gadgets should be in every home. "As simple as it sounds, installing smoke detectors is one of the most ...
Views: 954 - Stay Sexy And Sizzling At Sixty - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2007 from Sharon BellA lot of women believe that when they reach the age of sixty, their skin will be more wrinkly and sagging, their body will double in size, and the natural rosy glow that used to color their cheeks will now be replaced with brown spots and freckles. This may be true for many, but for some, 60 is ...
Views: 907 - Stop Looking Like A Mafia Boss - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2007 from Sharon BellMobsters. You gotta love ‘em! We all love those trench coat wearing, machinegun toting, gangsters from Brooklyn and Chicago that have captured our minds in many of the biggest grossing movies of all time like “Scarface” and “The Godfather” series. These people ...
Views: 4391 - Stop Migraine Pains Now - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2008 from Sharon BellThe comforts and convenience of the modern world has ironically, transformed the lives of millions of people into a living hell. And it’s all because of migraine – a widespread disorder that currently affects over 120 million people worldwide. As cities become more industrialized, ...
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