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- 3 Key Elements to Enjoy Exercise - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2010 from sarah labdarThere are three key elements to any exercise program that should be considered before starting your physical fitness. These elements are safety, effectiveness, and enjoyment. Nine times out of ten people will quit an exercise routine because they do not enjoy what they are doing. Although ...
Views: 1048(2 votes) - 6 Core Exercises to Improve Stability & Balance - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2010 from sarah labdarHere a 6 key core exercises to reduce that flab and tone the stomach, back and pelvis. You should see in improvement in strength, balance, and stability after just one week of core strength training. Most exercises should be held for 15-30 seconds and repeated 5-10 times. Start at the lower ...
Views: 1283(1 vote) - A Daily Acne Routine For A Clear Complexion - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2011 from sarah labdarIt’s pretty devastating when you wake up in the morning, look in the mirror and notice a pimple has sprouted on your face overnight. Acne is the number one skin problem that people are faced with ion a day-to-day basis. According to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) about 40 million ...
Views: 1127(1 vote) - A Natural Heartburn Cure By Strengthening the LES - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2012 from sarah labdarFor the thousands of people who experience heartburn on a daily basis without any relief, its time to try a natural remedy for acid reflux. Heartburn symptoms include pain in the chest, burning in the throat, difficulty swallowing, and in chronic cases a persistent cough, hoarseness, and sore ...
Views: 24431(1 vote) - Arthritis Pain Relief - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from sarah labdarArthritis is a painful and sometimes debilitating disease, that does not have a cure. Many people go through their daily lives receiving little or no relief for their arthritis pain. Even though there are prescription medications on the market to help reduce the inflammation that causes pain, ...
Views: 1267(1 vote) - Ayurveda- Using Ayurvedic Treatments for Acne - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2010 from sarah labdarAcne is the most common problem that affects our skin today. No matter what age you are 15, or 40 acne can affect the appearance of your skin. Acne is caused by sebaceous glands producing excess sebum. Sebum clogs the skin and pores or the hair follicle, which forms acne. Grease, dirt, and harsh ...
Views: 2123(3 votes) - Chiropractic Controversy - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from sarah labdarChiropractic not to long ago had been viewed as controversial, fringe medicine. Traditional medical practitioners thought of chiropractors as hacks and never revered chiropractic as medicine at all. Chiropractors struggled for years to prove their science to the patients and moreover to their ...
Views: 1675(1 vote) - Effective Ways to Whiten Your Teeth - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2010 from sarah labdarSince 2000 BC white teeth have been the mark of beauty and a sign of wealth. Not unlike our ancestors, we share this vain ideology that a sparkling smile will make us more beautiful, more attractive and more valuable. Teeth whitening has only appeared within the main stream about two decades ago ...
Views: 1163(1 vote) - Foods to Detox the Body - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from sarah labdarAs toxicity has become a growing concern within our society the need for detox has grown greater. With newer, stronger chemicals in the air, water, drugs, medications and foods the risk for exposure is much greater than it was in the past. Other factors such as lifestyle also lead to the risk of ...
Views: 1124(1 vote) - Heart Health - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2010 from sarah labdarHeart Disease is one of the leading causes of death in the United States. That makes learning about heart health a number one priority, especially if you are over the age of 40 or have been diagnosed with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or heart disease or someone in your family has been ...
Views: 1023(1 vote) - How to Get Rid of Those Acne Scars at Home - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2010 from sarah labdarAcne scars are unsightly and embarrassing. No matter what your age, acne is an unpleasant skin condition that can pop up out of nowhere or can inhabit your skin on a daily basis. One unfortunate side effect of acne is acne scars. Although, not everyone has noticeable acne scarring, people who ...
Views: 5710(1 vote) - How to Make Time to Exercise - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2010 from sarah labdarThe most popular excuse for people to not start exercising is “I don’t have time”, or “ I don’t know how I’m going to fit it into my schedule!” However, the people who are the most motivated to lose weight are the people who find time, or make time to exercise. Those people who can’t find time ...
Views: 838(1 vote) - How to Treat the Different Types of Skin - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2010 from sarah labdarIt is every woman’s dream to have perfect skin that is clear, smooth, and healthy. However, it is rare that this dream is a reality unless you are a celebrity or model. Skin care is a multi billion dollar industry with thousands of products coming out yearly, new skin care techniques and salons ...
Views: 2325(2 votes) - Human Growth Hormone-Do the Benefits Outweigh the Risks? - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2010 from sarah labdarThrough technology and medicine we are continually researching and developing techniques to increase the human lifespan. Even though we have come a long way, we still are searching for that one product that will reverse the affects of aging and keep us young and beautiful throughout the years of ...
Views: 1013(1 vote) - Know When to Stretch - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2010 from sarah labdarStretching is probably one of the most important activities that should be done throughout the day, however most people don’t do it for whatever reason. The importance of stretching is lost on these people, which can lead to unfavorable body mechanics and injuries down the road. With so many ...
Views: 1347(1 vote) - Reduce Premature Aging Through Foods That Fight Wrinkles - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from sarah labdarAs we age the collagen which keeps our skin taunt and firm begins to breakdown, which causes the appearance of wrinkles and sagging skin. These signs of aging normally don’t start to occur until after age 35. However premature aging and wrinkles can still occur. This is due to stress, toxins, ...
Views: 1377(1 vote) - Sore Throat is the First Sign of Cold & Flu Season - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2010 from sarah labdarDuring the months of September through February when the temperatures are particularly cold in most parts of the world, colds and the flu run rampant. Although you can catch a cold or flu at any time throughout the year, it is more prevalent when the temperature seems to dip. Unfortunately, ...
Views: 1360(1 vote) - The Best Lower Body Exercises - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2010 from sarah labdarLower body exercise is necessary to balance and stabilize the body. Our legs and the muscles of the lower body support the upper body and initiate body movement. Without proper strength in the lower body, the body would be immobile, unable to support the rest of itself. Therefore it is essential ...
Views: 1310(1 vote) - The Health Benefts of Honey - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2010 from sarah labdarHoney has long been used as food, a sweetener, in skin care, for medicinal purposes and in several other facets of everyday living. Honey has been in use for over 10,000 years, with several different cultures using it in different aspects of life. For some honey is part of a religious belief ...
Views: 915(1 vote) - The Importance of Lower Body Fitness - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2010 from sarah labdarAre you looking to tone your legs? Does your lower body pail in comparison to your upper body? Are you off balanced due to an unstable lower body? Then it’s time that you start a lower body workout routine. Toning the lower body is vital to supporting the rest of your torso, upper body and head. ...
Views: 1640(1 vote) - The Most Popular Types of Massage Therapy - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2010 from sarah labdarThere are over 100 different types of massage practiced in today’s society. Each one uses different techniques, strokes and instruments throughout the massage to accomplish the ultimate goal of healing. For each different type of massage there is a specific training, hands on hours and state ...
Views: 1669(1 vote) - The Myths & Facts About ADHD - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2011 from sarah labdarAttention deficit hyperactivity disorder has been widely debated over for the last couple of decades as more and more children are being diagnosed. Some people think that people with ADHD are lazy, stupid and lack will power, however ADHD has been recognized by the National Institute of Health ...
Views: 2269(1 vote) - Top 10 Natural Detox Methods - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from sarah labdarDetoxification is the elimination of toxic substances from the body. Alternative medicines such as Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese Medicine have used herbs, diet, exercise and supplements for detoxification for over 3,000 years. Although, there are several detox programs, diets and products ...
Views: 1174(2 votes) - Traditional Acne Treatments - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2011 from sarah labdarAcne is a skin condition that appears as pimples, zits or pustules that show up out nowhere and can ruin your day, night or self-confidence. Almost everyone experiences acne at some point in his or her life. Acne occurs most often during adolescence, however it is not uncommon to have acne ...
Views: 922(1 vote) - What are the Health Benefits of the Pomegranate Fruit? - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2010 from sarah labdarIf you have never eaten a pomegranate, you don’t know what you’re missing! Pomegranates are not just a fruit; pomegranates are a super food filled with healthy vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients. With more and more research being done on the health benefits of pomegranates we are learning ...
Views: 690(1 vote) - What is Ayurvedic Medicine? - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2010 from sarah labdarAyurveda is one of the oldest systems of medicine in the world. Ayurvedic medicine is an up and coming practice in the United States. In Western medicine it is regarded as a complementary or alternative medicine however, Ayurvedic medicine is the traditional medicine in Eastern cultures of the ...
Views: 1114(3 votes) - What is Sugaring? - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2010 from sarah labdarWomen, unlike men have to deal with unwanted hair in and on parts of their body that is unappealing, embarrassing and a pain in the butt to remove. Although, shaving is the traditional form of removing unwanted hair, waxing has offered a quick alternative to shaving. Even more sugaring is the ...
Views: 1389(1 vote) - What is your Prominent Ayurvedic Dosha? - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2010 from sarah labdarAyurvedic medicine has been around for thousands of years. With the increased popularity in complementary and alternative medicines, Ayurveda has been steadily increasing in the number of followers in America. Although, Ayuravedic medicine is still used as the traditional medicine in India. The ...
Views: 1151(2 votes) - What Triggers Your Asthma? - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2010 from sarah labdarAsthma is an incurable inflammatory disease that affects the airways in the body. When an asthma attack is triggered the airways constrict, become inflamed which causes narrowing and mucus fills the airways. The symptoms are noticed immediately such as shortness of breath, wheezing, chest ...
Views: 781(1 vote) - What You Want In An Anti Aging Skin Care Treatment - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2010 from sarah labdarIt’s a natural part of the aging process, sagging skin, wrinkles, and age spots, although no body wants to get old. Regardless of the signs of aging, the physical and mental signs can take a toll as well. For most women avoiding those signs of aging are a day to day struggle. With thousands of ...
Views: 1006(1 vote) - What's Causing The Ringing In My Ears? - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2010 from sarah labdarTinnitus is a condition that causes a person to hear sounds and noises that no one else can hear. Tinnitus is a fairly common condition that occurs in about 10% of the population. Tinnitus is normally found in the elderly however more recent studies have shown an increase in tinnitus occurrence ...
Views: 1420(1 vote) - When To Use A Detox Tea - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from sarah labdarThe human body was created with its own excretory system to cleanse and remove toxins, chemicals and metabolic waste. The liver, lungs, kidney, and blood remove all toxins, that are unusable, that harm the body or are not necessary for the body to function. Over thousands of years, humans have ...
Views: 964(1 vote) - Yoga an Alternative Exercise - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2010 from sarah labdarYoga was first experimented with in the US in the 1960’s and has steadily grown in popularity since. Approximately 30 million Americans practice Hatha yoga. Like many of the other alternative medicines, yoga promotes a whole-body approach to health and exercise. Unlike traditional medical ...
Views: 1062(3 votes) - Improve your Asthma - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from sarah labdarAsthma is common condition that affects thousands of people all over the world. There is no cure for asthma but there are definite ways to improve your quality of life. Living with asthma can be easy as long as you can figure out what triggers your asthma attacks and how to avoid these triggers. ...
Views: 1248(3 votes) - Learn the Rules of Good Nutrition - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2012 from sarah labdarNutrition has evolved over the years just like many other aspects of our lives. Through technology we have been able to discover how nutrition can prevent and even alleviate common health conditions. With all the advancements in technology, the competition to differentiate ones nutritional ...
Views: 876(2 votes) - Stretching for Anti Aging - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from sarah labdarDo you stretch regularly? Why not? Most people don’t stretch. They either forget about stretching or don’t think it has any benefit for them. Well they are completely wrong. Stretching is an important part of exercising and is beneficial for everyday life. The benefits range from increased ...
Views: 2855(2 votes) - What is Detoxification & When Should You Detox - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from sarah labdarThere has been a lot of talk about detoxification, detox diets and whether they are necessary, healthy, or appropriate for the body. Doctors are split over the controversial issue. Alternative medical professionals recommend a detoxification at least once a year especially with the increased ...
Views: 868(2 votes) - 4 Essential Steps for Your Skin Care Routine - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2010 from sarah labdarThe face and the facial skin is the first thing that people see. So when we leave our homes you want to present a clean, clear, beautiful looking face. The facial skin unlike other areas of skin on our body is always exposed to the environment and therefore is easily damaged through sun ...
Views: 1976(3 votes) - Top 10 Essential Oils Used In Aromatherapy - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2011 from sarah labdarAromatherapy has been used for thousands of years as medicines with healing properties. However, now a days we know a lot more about the different types of essential oils and how they can be used to improve physical and emotional health and restore balance to the whole body. Aromatherapy is an ...
Views: 4707(4 votes) - Add These Foods To Your Diet For Weight Loss - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2012 from sarah labdarWhy do we eat? The most basic reason is hunger, however with the growing rate of obesity this shows us that people eat for more reasons than just hunger. People eat out of boredom, loneliness, hunger, or deprivation. All of which can lead to excessive overeating and added weight gain. By ...
Views: 1381(1 vote) - Antioxidants for the Skin - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from sarah labdarWant a younger, fresher, glowing complexion? Isn’t that what every girl wants. Well now there is an all-natural way to get it, and stay healthy at that. The key is antioxidants. Antioxidants inhibit oxidation. Oxidation is a chemical reaction that produces free radicals. Free radicals damage ...
Views: 884(1 vote) - Benefits to Become Fitter & Healthier - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2010 from sarah labdarMost people want to lose weight but feel they don’t have the time, money or effort to put into a regular exercise routine. The fact of the matter is that exercise should be included in everyone’s daily routine. Becoming healthier and more fit has so many benefits on the body that there should be ...
Views: 1278(1 vote) - Facial Exercises Reduce the Signs of Aging - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2010 from sarah labdarThe face is the first thing that people see when you come into contact with them. Our face and skin are our biggest assets that produce our first impression. As we age, signs of deterioration show on our face and skin. Wrinkles, dryness, fine lines, sagging skin, and age spots are all signs that ...
Views: 1967(1 vote) - Facial Exercises Rejuvenate the Skin - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2010 from sarah labdarFacial exercising is an alternative, holistic, non-traditional way to reduce and prevent the signs of aging through minimal efforts done once a day. Although results are not immediate, the early in life that facial exercises are begun, the less likely you are to show signs of aging throughout ...
Views: 830(1 vote) - Feed Your Skin to Nourish From the Inside Out - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2012 from sarah labdarWant fabulous looking skin? Of course you do, who doesn’t. The best way to do it is to nourish the skin from the inside out. The beauty industry has told us to apply skin products onto the skin, nourishing from the outside in. Although some nutrients soak into the skin, with different ...
Views: 1425(1 vote) - Get Natural Glowing Skin Through These Easy Techniques - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2012 from sarah labdarWho doesn’t want natural glowing skin? Overtime cellular build up on the surface of the skin can cause skin to look dull and dry. Every woman wants to have flawless, flowing skin just like the celebrities we see on TV, on the cover of magazines and in movies. But who has the money and staff to ...
Views: 870(1 vote) - Health Benefits of Green Tea, Why You Should Drink More - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2012 from sarah labdarGreen tea has been around for thousands of years but we are just starting to realize the miracle health benefits that it possesses. The Chinese have been using green tea to treat illnesses ranging from headaches to cancer for longer than we know. Its abilities stem from its organic compounds ...
Views: 1029(1 vote) - Herbal Remedies for Acid Reflux & Heartburn - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2012 from sarah labdarIt’s estimated that 20% of the population suffer from heartburn, indigestion or acid reflux at least once a week. Acid reflux and heartburn occur when the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) allows acid from the stomach to flow back up into the esophagus. This causes pain, burning and discomfort in ...
Views: 1700(1 vote) - Herbs To Treat Tinnitus - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from sarah labdarTinnitus is a condition that causes ringing in the ears. Normal causes of tinnitus include loud environments, head or neck injury, genetic abnormalities, drugs or stress. Unfortunately, tinnitus can be quite an annoyance especially since there is no cure. Most treatments are intended to lessen ...
Views: 1372(1 vote) - How Can Herbs Treat Stress - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from sarah labdarStress can have an unbalancing effect upon the body, which can cause moderate to severe changes in our normal bodily function. Whether stress is acute or chronic we experience several symptoms, which affect not only our mind but our body as well. Acute stress causes symptoms of increased heart ...
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