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- Vitamin B6 For PMS? - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2008 from Sharon BellSome women experience a variety of symptoms a week or 10 days before menstruation. These include bloating, weight gain due to water retention, tender or swollen breasts, headaches, backaches, irritability, depression, joint pains and a craving for sweets. These short-lived symptoms are part of ...
Views: 613 - More Folk Remedies For Warts - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2008 from Sharon BellHow did our forefathers deal with warts? The answer may surprise you. Here are more folk remedies taken from Edward F. Dolan's “Folk Medicine Cures & Curiosities”: “There are several tricks that your family might have had you play on the dead. One calls for you to touch a dead ...
Views: 612 - 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 ...
Views: 612 - Are You Safe From Termites? - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2008 from Sharon BellWhat insects cause as much property damage as fire? Believe it or not, the answer is termites and you could be their next victim! Termites - which are incorrectly referred to as “white ants” - have plagued man for centuries. Fossilized termite nests have been found in rocks dating ...
Views: 610 - Acne Myths - by Submitted on May 03, 2008 from Sharon BellAcne is an inflammatory skin condition that haunts teenagers at the time they are most concerned about their appearance. Almost all people have their own theories on how acne begins, but most of these have no scientific basis. For instance, it's a common belief that certain foods cause acne. ...
Views: 609 - 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, ...
Views: 609 - Getting Rid Of Excess Hair - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2008 from Sharon BellWhat can be done about harmless, unwanted hairs? Annie Jones, who had hair on her face at the age of nine months, solved the problem by entering the circus of P.T. Barnum. She was not only paid but her new job brought her fame. By the time she was five, she was known as the famous "Bearded ...
Views: 606 - Understanding Premature Ejaculation - by Submitted on May 08, 2008 from Sharon BellPremature ejaculation is like having a gun and using it at the wrong time. It's like having your target on sight - and firing at the inappropriate moment. For the man, that's a waste of ammunition. For the woman, it's a frustrating experience. For both of them, it's a no win ...
Views: 606 - 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 ...
Views: 605 - 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 - Using A Peak Flow Meter - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2008 from Sharon BellIf you have asthma, a peak flow meter can tell you how well your lungs are functioning. This small, inexpensive device is easy to use and can warn you of a coming asthma attack. How do you use one? Follow these steps: Fit the mouthpiece in the peak flow meter. Move the sliding indicator to ...
Views: 603 - 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: 602 - 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 - Fatty Foods And Body Odor - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2008 from Sharon BellAt what age does body odor (BO) begin? Will an intestinal problem or eating too much fatty foods and meat cause BO? The apocrine glands (which are responsible for BO) normally become active at puberty or somewhere between the ages of 12 and 18. The same hormones that change a boy into a man and ...
Views: 599 - What To Do During An Earthquake - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2008 from Sharon BellIn most major earthquakes, the worst is over after the first minute. So don't panic. Maintain presence of mind and be calm. When inside a building, seek cover under furniture you think is strong enough to protect you from falling debris. Don't run out of the building and into the street. You ...
Views: 598 - 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: 597 - 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: 597 - 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: 596 - Feeling Dizzy? Read This! - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2008 from Sharon BellLove, they say, makes the world go round. But if you feel like you’re spinning around on a merry-go-round even if you aren’t in love, you probably have vertigo. Vertigo is a type of dizziness felt as a sensa¬tion of whirling around in space or as a spinning room. The person ...
Views: 593 - 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 - Go easy on your joints - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2007 from Sharon BellArthritis is one of the most prevalent chronic health problems and the nation’s leading cause of disability among Americans over age 15. In 2006, 46 million or nearly 1 in 5 adults were reported to have arthritis or chronic joint disorder. Arthritis isn’t just one disease; it’s a complex ...
Views: 591 - Mind Your Mole - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2008 from Sharon BellMoles are round or oval pigmented protruding birthmarks on the skin which usually appear in early childhood. A typical adult has about 15 to 50 moles on the body. Normally, these don't cause any trouble and are best left alone. But moles that become large, change color and shape, and bleed may ...
Views: 591 - Emotional Eating Can Make You Grow Bulges - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2008 from Sharon BellProper nutrition has been the subject of countless important researches and a trip to your favorite bookstore will tell you that books on dieting sell faster than hotcakes. Today, everybody is expected to know what to eat or not to eat in order to avoid becoming overweight or laden with ...
Views: 590 - Win Back Your Life By Running - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2007 from Sharon BellRunning is one of the most popular exercise programs available. And it can be good for just about anybody. Running, as a way of life, can be enjoyable and a source of good health. If you are wondering how running can contribute to your lifestyle, well, there is just not enough space to list all ...
Views: 589 - 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: 587 - 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: 586 - Eating Habits That Can Undermine Your Weight-Loss Diet - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2007 from Sharon BellSo, all those scrimping and self-control were useless. For weeks, you have watched yourself transform into a madman, doing things much like what hungry werewolves or vampires do; but still your weighing scale pointer doesn't go below 250. What is happening with you? Well, the truth is that ...
Views: 585 - Don't Fall For Quacks - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Sharon BellDespite great advances in science and medicine, many Americans continue to be victimized by quacks. Millions of dollars are spent by consumers on useless and sometimes dangerous products. To protect yourself, here are some practical tips from Paul Insel and Walton Roth taken from their book ...
Views: 584 - The Ways Of Warts - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2008 from Sharon BellWarts have a very colorful history. The early Greeks and Romans thought this skin disease came from frogs, probably because the latter's rough and somewhat horny skin looked like it was covered with warts. In reality, even if you kiss a frog, it's unlikely you'll get warts unless the amphibian ...
Views: 583 - Tretinoin for acne - by Submitted on May 07, 2008 from Sharon BellVitamin A acid or tretinoin, available in cream, gel or liquid form, can help acne patients but it may be difficult to tolerate because of its irritating effect. "Like benzoyl peroxide, vitamin A acid is an aggressive irritant the benefits of which are not readily noticeable. In fact, during ...
Views: 583 - 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: 582 - How Flies Terrorize Us - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2008 from Sharon BellWhat insect caused the fall of Ancient Greece, the destruction of the Roman Empire, and the decline of other civilizations? Believe it or not, all that was accomplished by the fly. There are numerous reasons why we loathe the fly. This lowly insect is a harbinger of death because of the many ...
Views: 579 - 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: 579 - You Don't Have To Be Santa's Size During The Holidays! - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2007 from Sharon BellStatistics show that many people add weight at an average of two pounds during the holiday season, probably starting from Thanksgiving to New Year's Day. It seems that dieting and healthy eating also takes a vacation during the holidays! Maybe the reason behind the increase in one's weight ...
Views: 579 - 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: 576 - 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 - Trouble-free Driving - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2008 from Sharon BellEvery 1.6 minutes, an American driver backs into trouble. And when he or she does, it usually means costly vehicle repairs or even worse, fatal accidents involving children. This grim scenario comes from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) which said that backover accidents are ...
Views: 575 - Increase Your Metabolic Rate To Lose Your Weight - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2007 from Sharon BellLosing weight is never easy; especially if you do not have a clue about what to do. But to help you jump start your weight loss efforts, you should begin by improving your metabolism or your body's ability to burn off calories. The following are easy ways to improve your metabolic rate. Add ...
Views: 574 - Mdicines That Cause Impotence - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2008 from Sharon BellMore than half of all cases of impotence are due to psychological problems. Stress, anxiety, and depression can make one lose interest in sex and eventually trigger episodes of impotence. "Psychological causes of impotence usually develop as a result of some specific anxiety-producing event, ...
Views: 574 - The Bad Side Of Tea - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Sharon BellMany believe that a nice hot cup of tea is a good alternative to coffee or those sugar-laced soft drinks. Unfortunately, what most people don’t know is that tea also has a dark side. Although an ordinary cup of tea may have less caffeine than coffee, it has enough stimulants to keep you ...
Views: 574 - Drugless Ways In Controlling Diabetes - by Submitted on May 10, 2008 from Sharon BellThe treatment of diabetes depends on three things: diet, exercise, and medication. To prevent fluctuations in blood sugar levels, the diabetic patient must know how to balance these three in order to live a normal life and reduce the risk of complications. What should a diabetic eat? Young ...
Views: 573 - 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: 572 - 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: 568 - Watch your lower back - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2007 from Sharon BellIf you have lower back pain, you are not alone. Nearly everyone at some point has back pain that interferes with work, routine daily activities or recreation. Americans spend at least $50 billion each year on low back pain, the most common cause of job-related disability and a leading ...
Views: 568 - Drugs For Excess Hair - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2008 from Sharon BellWaxing can be used to remove hair from the face, arms, or legs. Unlike other temporary methods of hair removal, the effects of waxing are long lasting. It may take some three to six weeks before unwanted hairs start growing again. Repeated waxing, however, can damage the hair bulb and cause ...
Views: 566 - Don't Ignore School Safety - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2008 from Sharon BellA few months from now, classes will start and millions of children will troop to school. By then, everything should be ready - books, bags, uniforms, and other school necessities. However, there is one important thing parents might not be ready for: school safety. Sadly, this is often ignored ...
Views: 563 - 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: 563 - Don't Think You're A Zombie If You Don't Have A Pulse - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2008 from Sharon BellA person without a pulse is either dead or a zombie. But a rare disease can leave you without a pulse and a give you many problems. This is Takayasu’s arteritis – a disease characterized by the inflammation of the blood vessels. As its name implies, pulseless disease or Takayasu's ...
Views: 562 - Many Suffer Due To Uncontrolled Asthma - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2008 from Sharon BellOwing to the high cost of medicines, complicated treatments or plain neglect, many asthma patients don’t follow their prescribed treatment and suffer greatly because of this. This was revealed by Dr. Jan Lotvall associate professor of the Department of Respiratory Medicine and ...
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