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- Anxiety - Causes, Symptoms And Treatment - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2008 from Peter samsAnxiety is a feeling of nervousness, apprehension, fear, or worry. Some fears and worries are justified, such as worry about a loved one or in anticipation of taking a quiz, test, or other examination. Problem anxiety interferes with the sufferer's ability to sleep or otherwise function. It is ...
Views: 1075 - Arthritis - Types, Causes, Symptoms And Treatment - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2008 from Peter samsArthritis ('arth' meaning joint, 'itis' meaning inflammation) isn't a one-note story or even a few variations on a single theme; it actually consists of more than 100 different conditions. These can be anything from relatively mild forms of tendinitis (as in 'tennis elbow') and bursitis to ...
Views: 1003 - Arthritis: Types, Symptoms And Cure of Arthritis - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2008 from Peter samsWhat is Arthritis? Arthritis is an illness that can cause pain and swelling in your joints. Joints are places where two bones meet, such as your elbow or knee. Some kinds of arthritis can cause problems in other organs, such as your eyes, or in your chest. It can affect your skin, too. Types ...
Views: 1103 - Back Pain - Causes, Symptoms And Treatment - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2008 from Peter samsMost of us experience back pain at some time in our lives. Back problems are a very common reason for older adults to visit their healthcare provider. However, the back problems of older adults are often very different from those seen in younger people. For example, a slipped disk is a common ...
Views: 837 - Back Pain - Types, Symptoms And Treatment - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2008 from Peter samsBack pain is common and the largest single cause of sickness absence in the UK. Although it can be very painful, it is normally not serious. Lower back pain, also known as lumbago, affects 7 out of 10 people at some time in their lives. Low back pain means a pain, or ache, anywhere on your ...
Views: 742 - Back Pain Treatment - Low Back Pain Treatment - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2008 from Peter samsBack pain is extremely common - about eight in ten people in the UK are affected at some time in their lives. Each year, close to five million working days are lost due to back pain. Back pain is actually very common—about three in four adults will experience back pain during their ...
Views: 964 - Back Pain: Types, Cause And Treatment Of Back Pain - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2008 from Peter samsIntroduction Back pain is one of the most common medical problems, affecting 8 out of 10 people at some point during their lives. Back pain can range from a dull, constant ache to a sudden, sharp pain. Acute back pain comes on suddenly and usually lasts from a few days to a few weeks. Back pain ...
Views: 889 - Baldness - Popular Home Remedies For Baldness - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2008 from Peter samsBaldness, or hair loss, is an unwelcome condition affecting mostly men…but also women. In either case, the identifiable culprits or underlying causes contributing to hair loss or baldness are quite diverse. There are a number of reasons why men start to go bald, but if you are a man ...
Views: 1296 - Beautiful Skin Tips And Diet To Make Skin Beautiful - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2008 from Peter samsGet Beautiful Skin By Eating Right Food Everybody wants to have clear, healthy glowing skin. You can achieve this by gathering the following ingredients, and following the simple steps below. It's simple and takes little time. In order to get the right skin, it is important to look at the part ...
Views: 657 - Beauty Tips - Top 7 Tips To Become Beautiful - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2008 from Peter samsBeauty takes us somewhere -- higher, lower, but most importantly, truer and more whole. It's a vibe, but more; a reality, but also a glimpse of what is beyond. In doing so, beauty is a revealing work of the Holy Spirit. Beauty is a cover for the fake and an expression of the real, the half ...
Views: 1476 - Benefits Of Exercise - Stay Healthy, Do Exercise - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2008 from Peter samsExercise Exercise is also known as physical activity and includes anything that gets you moving, such as walking, dancing, or working in the yard. You can earn the benefits of being physically active without going to a gym, playing sports, or using fancy equipment. When you're physically fit, ...
Views: 6546 - Benefits Of Neuromuscular Massage - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2008 from Peter samsMassage involves acting and manipulating the patient's body with pressure (structured, unstructured, stationary, and/or moving), tension, motion, or vibration done manually or with mechanical aids. Target tissues may include muscles, tendons, ligaments, skin, joints, or other connective tissue, ...
Views: 3530 - Benefits Of Oxygen Facial - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2008 from Peter sams1) Like all living things, our skin needs oxygen to survive, reproduce and regenerate. In younger skin, this process is very efficient, but as we age, the micro capillaries degenerate and skin does not receive the nourishment it needs. As a result, the metabolism of our skin cells slows collagen ...
Views: 10560 - Binge Eating Disorder - Causes, Symptoms And Treatment - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2008 from Peter samsBinge eating involves more than just eating a lot. With binge eating, a person feels out of control and powerless to stop eating while he or she is doing it. That's why binge eating is also called compulsive overeating. People with a binge eating problem may overeat when they feel stressed, ...
Views: 590 - Causes Of Acne And Acne Treatment - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2008 from Peter samsAcne is a common skin condition that affects the hair follicles and the sebaceous glands in the skin, which secrete an oily substance called sebum. Acne commonly on occurs on the face, arms, back and chest. Most adolescents and young adults show evidence of acne. It is most prevalent between 15 ...
Views: 752 - Childhood Diseases - Alternative Treatment And Causes - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Peter samsDiseases can be devastating for anyone, but it seems particularly unfair when they attack children. Unfortunately, many diseases seem to take a special interest in the young, infecting them more frequently and vigorously than they do adults. Common childhood diseases Chickenpox: Chickenpox is ...
Views: 739 - Classification Of Brain Tumor - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from Peter samsA brain tumor — primary or secondary — can cause a variety of signs and symptoms because it can directly press on or invade brain tissue. This can damage or destroy areas responsible for sight, movement, balance, speech, hearing, memory or behavior. Brain tumor symptoms vary from ...
Views: 1187 - Daily Natural Skin Care - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2008 from Peter samsThe skin is the body's protective barrier against the environment. We often take our skin for granted. Most people fail to realize that the skin needs daily care just like brushing one's teeth. If the skin is not taken care of properly it can become dry, flaky, cracked and inflamed. This can ...
Views: 1097 - Dangers Of Alcohol - Save Your Life - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2008 from Peter samsDrunk driving is the leading cause of death for young adults, aged 15 to 24 years. In one study, an estimated 6% to 14% of drivers under 21 years of age who were stopped at roadside checkpoints had been drinking. This age-group makes up only one fifth of the licensed drivers in the United ...
Views: 1130 - Depression - Causes, Symptoms And Treatment - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2008 from Peter samsIntroduction Depression is a "whole-body" illness, involving your body, mood, and thoughts. It affects the way you eat and sleep, the way you feel about yourself, and the way you think about things. A depressive disorder is not the same as a passing blue mood. It is not a sign of personal ...
Views: 1250 - Depression - Causes, Symptoms And Treatment - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2008 from Peter samsWhy Did the Great Depression Occur? Economists still cannot agree on what caused the Great Depression. Most however have agreed that it was a combination of events and decisions that came into play that caused the Great Depression. It has been suggested that people who tend to get depressed ...
Views: 737 - Depression Treatment And Types Of Depression - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2008 from Peter samsDepression is a mental health disorder that can affect the way you eat and sleep, the way you feel about yourself, and the way you think about things. A depressive disorder is more than a passing mood. Depression is medical condition that affects people of all genders, races, ages, and income ...
Views: 834 - Diabetes - Types And Symptoms - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Peter samsDiabetes mellitus is a chronic condition caused by too much glucose (sugar) in your blood. Your blood sugar level can be too high if your body does not make enough of the hormone insulin. Insulin is produced by the pancreas (a gland behind the stomach) and moves glucose out of the blood and into ...
Views: 649 - Diabetes - Types Of Diabetes And Causes - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2008 from Peter samsIntroduction Diabetes is a chronic, incurable disease that occurs when the body doesn’t produce any or enough insulin, leading to an excess of sugar in the blood. Insulin, which is produced by the pancreas, is a hormone that helps the cells of the body use the glucose (sugar) in food. ...
Views: 919 - Diabetes: Causes, Symptoms And Treatment - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2008 from Peter samsWhat is diabetes? Diabetes mellitus is a condition in which the amount of glucose (sugar) in the blood is too high because the body cannot use it properly. Glucose comes from the digestion of starchy foods such as bread, rice, potatoes, chapatis, yams and plantain, from sugar and other sweet ...
Views: 799 - Drug Abuse: Causes, Symptoms And Types - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Peter samsIntroduction Drug abuse harp on the matter of misuse or overuse of certain specified substances. To elaborate, these substances are psychological stimulants and performance-enhancing drugs that have been used for non-healing purposes. Alcohol, amphetamines, barbiturates, cocaine, methaqualone, ...
Views: 769 - Eating Disorder - Types, Symptoms, Causes And Treatment - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Peter samsEating disorders are a common problem, yet they often go unnoticed, undiagnosed or untreated. Many myths surround eating disorders, the most popular being that they only affect young women and can be easily dealt with. Types Of Eating Disorders Anorexia Nervosa The sufferer shows a ...
Views: 796 - Exercise Benefits - Why Exercise Is Important - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2008 from Peter samsIntroduction Exercise is any type of physical exertion we perform in an effort to improve our health, shape our bodies and boost performance. Obviously that covers a broad range of activities and, luckily, there are plenty to go around whether you want to lose weight, get healthy or train for a ...
Views: 4089 - Genital Problems - Alternative Treatment And Symptoms - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2008 from Peter samsAround 80% of people with genital herpes never know that they are carrying the virus because there are often no symptoms (or very mild symptoms which are almost unnoticeable, such as a slight itchiness or red patch of skin in the genital area). This means that many cases of herpes go ...
Views: 1137 - Get Rid Of Wrinkles - Look Marvelous - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2008 from Peter samsMost of the time age doesn't matter when you first begin to see those unwanted wrinkles. Your first instinct is to wonder what can be done so you reduce them or get rid of them. Most often when you are talking about preventing wrinkles, the first part of your life before wrinkles is very ...
Views: 1413 - Get Techniques Of Oil Massage - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from Peter sams• Massage oil decreases the friction created on the skin and prevents the pulling of hairs. Don't use too much: The less oil, the greater the friction and the deeper the pressure. Allow about 15 minutes, in the morning. The massage can be done either standing up or sitting down, in a ...
Views: 882 - Hair Loss - Causes, Symptoms And Treatment - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2008 from Peter samsHair loss is not a problem unless it is excessive. Although it is normal to shed some hair daily as part of hair growth cycle, some people may experience abnormal hair loss. Hair is important to everyone's appearance and self-image, so losing your hair can be distressing experience. Some ...
Views: 1226 - Hair Loss : Causes And Symptoms Of Hair Loss - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2008 from Peter samsIntroduction Hair grows everywhere on the human body except on the palms of our hands and the soles of our feet, but many hairs are so fine they're virtually invisible. Hair is made up of a protein called keratin (the same protein in nails) produced in hair follicles in the outer layer of skin; ...
Views: 682 - Hair Loss During Pregnancy - Is Hair Loss Normal - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2008 from Peter samsPregnancy affects the entire body, including hair, skin and nails. So Hair loss during and after pregnancy can be due to hormonal problems. An overactive or under active thyroid can cause hair to fall out. If this is the case, your physician can treat the hair loss by treating the thyroid ...
Views: 666 - Hair Loss In Children - Causes And Treatment - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Peter samsHair loss in children is more common than most people realize. When a child is diagnosed with medically related hair loss, many times one parent must stop working in order to stay home and care for the child or to be available to accompany the child on medical trips for treatment. Discretionary ...
Views: 894 - Hair Loss: Causes And Treatment Of Hair Loss - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Peter samsIntroduction Alopecia, commonly known as baldness, is a set of disorders which involves the state of lacking hair where it would normally grow, especially on the head. The most common form of baldness is a progressive hair-thinning condition that occurs in adult humans and other primate ...
Views: 1074 - Health Benefits Of Exercise - Proper Fitness - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2008 from Peter samsRegular exercise can help protect you from heart disease and stroke, high blood pressure, noninsulin-dependent diabetes, obesity, back pain, osteoporosis, and can improve your mood and help you to better manage stress. For the greatest overall health benefits, experts recommend that you do 20 ...
Views: 2846 - Health Benefits Of Raw Milk - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2008 from Peter samsRaw milk is milk in its natural (unpasteurized) state. Public health authorities advocate pasteurization to destroy any disease-producing bacteria that may be present. Health faddists claim that it destroys essential nutrients. Although about 10% to 30% of the heat-sensitive vitamins (vitamin C ...
Views: 1834 - Health Benefits Of Vitamin E - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2008 from Peter samsVitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that works to protect cells in the body from damage caused by free radicals. Free radicals are highly reactive substances that result from normal metabolism as well as from exposure to factors in the environment like cigarette smoke and ultraviolet light. They ...
Views: 1030 - Healthy And Balanced Diet To Live A Healthy Life - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2008 from Peter samsProper Diet Why do we eat? Because we enjoy it. And we enjoy it enough that very few would want to give up the habit if they could. Thank God He created us with the ability to taste and smell and that He put such delightful flavors and aromas into the food He has appointed for us to eat. But ...
Views: 686 - Healthy Diet Tips - Nutrition Tips - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2008 from Peter samsWhat is a healthy diet? Is it what we have been lead to believe – milk for strong bones and teeth, protein in the form of lean beef or chicken and maybe a “healthy” microwave dinner if we are “on the go.” A healthy diet contains lots of fruit and vegetables; is ...
Views: 718 - Home Health Care - Types And Services - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2008 from Peter samsThe Home Health Care professionals encourage patients to actively participate in their recovery goals and provide teaching materials to help manage medical conditions. Home Health Care is a concise, reader-friendly, introductory healthcare management book that covers a wide variety of ...
Views: 1039 - Home Remedies For Hair Loss - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2008 from Peter samsHealthy hair care habit will keep you happy, stress free and help you in maintaining shiny hair, which every one desires to have. Beautiful hair emphasizes your style and personality. This article will provide valuable tips for hair care. Add 6-8 drops of lemon juice to an egg. Beat well and ...
Views: 5962 - Home Remedies For Insomnia - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2008 from Peter samsInsomnia is when a person cannot sleep properly, which results in daytime fatigue and poor performance caused by insufficient sleep. Insomnia can be Transient, where it lasts for few days, Short-term where it lasts for two or three weeks or Chronic where insomnia last for more than a month or ...
Views: 746 - How To Lose Weight - Healthy Diet For Weight Lose - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2008 from Peter samsLosing weight is simply a matter of expending more calories than you take in, through exercise and your daily activities. Exercise alone won't make you lose weight if you're still taking in more calories than you burn. However, eating less and exercising more will only decrease your resting ...
Views: 1017 - How To Put Off Bedsores - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2008 from Peter samsBedsores are skin ulcers that appear in areas constantly subjected to pressure. Bedridden patients, those with paralysis and/or spinal cord injuries who can't change their position often develop bedsores at pressure points in the lower back, buttocks, elbows, knees, shoulders, heels and ankles. ...
Views: 1122 - How To Quit A Bad Eating Habits - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2008 from Peter samsThe first step is to brace yourself for the challenge; it goes without saying that bad habits are hard go break. When you’re trying to eliminate something that has become a part of your life, you’re bound to encounter resistance, and see your willpower seriously tested. You’re ...
Views: 1145 - How To Quit Drinking - Alcohol - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2008 from Peter samsCommit yourself to permanent abstinence from alcohol. You do not need alcohol to survive. The human brain is much smarter than the booze brain, which doesn't understand that you can live without alcohol. You can outsmart your booze brain by learning to think of it as something other than ...
Views: 5638 - How To Quit Smoking For Better Health? - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2008 from Peter samsEffects of smoking Numerous studies have evaluated the adverse health effects smoking has on the body and the economy. The most serious facts on smoking related health and economic risks are listed below. • Tobacco is the only product, that when used as intended, damages the body and ...
Views: 964 - How To Treat With Arthritis? - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2008 from Peter samsArthritis is a disease that causes pain and loss of movement of the joints. The word arthritis literally means joint inflammation (arth=joint, ritis=inflammation), and refers to more than 100 different diseases. One sign of many rheumatic conditions is fatigue. People who have a rheumatic ...
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