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- Estriol, the Forgotten Estrogen? - by There is a definite need for a safe estrogen supplement for women who are at risk of breast or endometrial carcinoma but who are denied such therapy because of recent evidence that exogenous estrogen can induce carcinoma in susceptible women. The role of supplemental estrogen in the ...
Views: 6507(2 votes) - Fighting Fybromyalgia - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Louise JensenFighting Fibromyalgia Researching this article the first description to appear on the search engine was “Fibromyalgia is a fairly common long-term (chronic) condition that causes widespread muscular pain. It is not inflammatory or degenerative so it won’t cause permanent damage to your ...
Views: 1330(2 votes) - Getting Over the Flu - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Vincent TreacyI'm not too sure whether this is really a Health or a Fitness article but my own recent bout of flu prompted me to write this article. I have kept myself fit all my life and the habit started in my early school days when I joined the school Cross Country team. I was never the best runner but ...
Views: 2428(2 votes) - Gum Diseases - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from dentists finderGum disease or peridontal disease is very common in the US. MedlinePlus, a web service maintained by the US National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health, estimates that more than 80 percent of American adults have some form of gum disease. It could be gingivitis, a mild ...
Views: 500(2 votes) - Gut Instinct! Digesting the Immune System… - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2011 from Ecovitality...Consider.It Health!Testimony to the total-body benefits of a healthy gut immune system... “14 years ago, I was a typical teenager. Hormones & acne included. The treatment of the day: Roaccutane &/or Antibiotics or the Pill. And being a brand new medical student, I accepted this without question or concern. I ...
Views: 991(2 votes) - Health benefits of cycling every day - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2019 from Rasel KhanCycling is a great enjoyment for all time. The bike is for fun riding, for communications, for health purpose. In the market, you can find some best bike who provides some extra feature & more beneficial for your health. So today we are talking about some health benefits or other benefits of ...
Views: 1055(2 votes) - Holiday Wellness - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Dawn PisturinoThe holidays can represent the most joyous and spiritual time of the year. They can also be the most stressful and unhappy. How can we enjoy the holidays and maintain our balance? We all have our own expectations of what the holidays should bring. And as that special day draws closer, the ...
Views: 3652(2 votes) - How to Spot Cancer and Kidney Disease Early through Urine - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2013 from Junji TakanoThe color of your urine can be considered one of the barometers in determining your overall physical condition. For example, a darker urine color can indicate that you are dehydrated. Urine color also tends to be darker (usually dark yellow) after a strenuous exercise. However, did you know ...
Views: 3530(2 votes) - How to Treat Sensory Processing Disorder - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2011 from Wendy LauThe body is designed in a way wherein the different sense organs work with the brain for the interpretation of the different senses so that we can exhibit the appropriate responses, both behavioral and motor. However, there are instances when the responses are not proper because of ...
Views: 4053(2 votes) - Improve Your Cardio in Less Time and Burn Fat More Efficiently - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2010 from Dr. Nathalie BeauchampHow would you like to be more efficient with your cardio exercise while exercising for shorter time and burning more calories? You may not need to exercise as long as you think! A while back I came across the work of Dr. Al Sears who has been in the field of exercise for over 25 years. His PACE™ ...
Views: 2516(2 votes) - Interrupting the Cycle of Chronic Pain - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2009 from Darlene LancerIf you suffer from chronic pain, you are not alone. Millions of Americans seek treatment for chronic pain, pain that continues for more than six months. Chronic pain is no longer viewed as a symptom, but as an illness in itself. Things we take for granted, such as eating, sleeping, dressing, ...
Views: 3728(2 votes) - INTRODUCTION of YOGA by Metaphysical Lifestyle Coach Carol S. Batey - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2011 from Dr. Carol BateyAn Introduction to Yoga by Metaphysical Coach Carol S. Batey Copyright (2010) One may be considering applying the physical and meditation of yoga to improve their overall physical, emotional, spiritual and mental self. But, traditional Christians from the West may be unsure of the truths ...
Views: 2080(2 votes) - Is an addict ever cured? - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Judy HerzanekIS AN ADDICT EVER CURED? ~ by Joe Herzanek In today’s world in which more and more information is readily available, there seems to be more and more confusion regarding the topic of an “Addiction Cure.” Is there a cure for addiction? Some people would argue quite convincingly that there ...
Views: 1933(2 votes) - Kick Stress to the Curb (Part Two) - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2010 from Jonathan ZideIn Part One of this article we talked about several ways to combat stress. We discussed the fact that stress is actually created in your mind...not by "stressful" events themselves...as most people think. In this article we are going to dig even deeper into the topic of stress. I'm also ...
Views: 565(2 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: 879(2 votes) - Natural Approach to Sleep Apnea - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2013 from Prof. George GrantAccording to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), 50 to 70 million adults suffer from chronic sleep disorders including sleep apnea. Sleep is essential to our ability to function on a regular basis. It is when our bodies repair, rest and rejuvenate. We all have a pre determined amount of ...
Views: 1829(2 votes) - Natural Solution to Migraines - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2012 from Prof. George GrantA migraine headache is characterized as an intense throbbing or pulsing headache, typically in one area or side of your temple or occipital areas, and is commonly accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and extreme sensitivity to light and sound. Avoid Main Causes: 1. Shallow breathing: Try instead ...
Views: 2392(2 votes) - Poor Posture can create number of problems - by Submitted on May 27, 2011 from simran mundraOne thing that could lead to number of problems is our posture as how we sit, sleep and work.. Wrong body posture can lead to number of problems such as back pain, it can also effect’s our height as it can make physically shorter. Therefore go through most common posture problems given ...
Views: 783(2 votes) - Poor Response to Exercise in Young Type 2 Diabetics - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Byron RichardsType 2 diabetes is a difficult health problem because multiple aspects of calorie utilization simply don’t work properly. A study with young adults (ages 18 - 25) shows the cellular problem is worse than thought. Normally exercise conditions cells to make more energy by facilitating the ...
Views: 1100(2 votes) - Probiotics: Promote Immune System, Digestive System and Weight Loss - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from Kim RobersonThe role of probiotics is increasing in popularity and supplemental use as we become more aware of their profound impact on our overall health and wellness. Well known for their beneficial use in the digestive system, recent studies are now linking probiotics with a healthier immune ...
Views: 984(2 votes) - Signs of Depression - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2012 from Nancy PhilpottSigns of Depression When searching for specific signs of depression, it is important to understand that it cannot be defined as "one-size-fits-all." It has long been known that women are much more prone to be depressed than men, and that the specific causes of female depression and the ...
Views: 3911(2 votes) - Stress Hypnosis--How to Achieve Stress Relief with Hypnosis Now - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2011 from Nancy PhilpottIf you feel that you have been overwhelmed with stress, hypnosis would be the perfect thing for you. Hypnosis is an amazing tool for stress relief, calming your mind and body by offering you control over your emotional states. Maintaining stress relief with hypnosis is as simple, accessible, ...
Views: 4540(2 votes) - Technology-Out of the Closet and Into Hygiene - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2010 from Rachel WallSo, you’ve invested thousands of dollars on various technology breakthroughs in dentistry. Whether you are a technology geek or just beginning to dabble, the key to getting a healthy return on your investment is to get your team on board. Achieving this starts with you, Doctor. Being excited and ...
Views: 550(2 votes) - The Curse of Obesogens: Are Your Body Products Making You Fat? - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2011 from Donya FahmyThere's no escaping it. Everywhere you turn you can see the evidence, and even if you haven't noticed lately, the media is more than happy to remind you, we are a nation of lazy super-size me gluttons threatening to undermine the future of our health care system with the litany of health ...
Views: 1432(2 votes) - The Male Menopause or Andropause - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2010 from Dr Malcolm CarruthersWhat's in a name? Well, in the case of the Male Menopause, a lot. It is probably one of the main reasons why the condition has failed to achieve the recognition it deserves. It is the joke disorder that is no joke. When any middle-aged male character in a sit-com behaves in an unexpected or ...
Views: 1077(2 votes) - The Poorly Developing ADHD Brain - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2010 from Byron RichardsA study done at the National Institute of Mental Health has used neuroanatomical magnetic resonance image technology to document developmental changes in brain structure in normal children and those with ADHD. It is already known that asymmetrical development is associated with healthy motor ...
Views: 1751(4 votes) - This Is Your Endocrine System - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2010 from Bette DowdellGather round as I tell you about something so important that it controls almost everything that goes on inside your body, but so secret that almost nobody knows about it. Oh, a few may know the name of it, but they couldn’t explain it to you–even if you offered them a million dollars. What is ...
Views: 1800(2 votes) - This Is Your Endocrine System - Hypothalamus - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2010 from Bette DowdellThe hypothalamus controls both our nervous system and our endocrine system. Which adds up to pretty much everything that goes on. It’s the tiny king of a vast realm. About the size of an almond and the shape of a little, lumpy pancake, the hypothalamus tucks up under the base of the brain, ...
Views: 3415(2 votes) - This Is Your Endocrine System: Adrenals - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2010 from Bette DowdellWe have two adrenal glands, each perched atop a kidney. With your spine dividing your back in two, you can locate a kidney in the middle of each half, with the bottom of the kidney right around the bottom of your rib cage. A few inches above that sits an adrenal gland, topping the kidney like a ...
Views: 1604(2 votes) - This Is Your Endocrine System: Pancreas - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2010 from Bette DowdellThe pancreas is below our stomach, front and center, near the bottom of the rib cage. It may be the busiest twelve inches going. First off, just to make things more complicated (and who in the world thought that was necessary?), the pancreas is both an exocrine and an endocrine organ. The ...
Views: 1649(2 votes) - Tinnitus Hearing Aid - Help and Benefits - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonThe cure for tinnitus to date has not been known and seems to be illusive for medical researchers, similar as to its idiopathic nature – its cause is also unknown. Many sufferers described this symptom as the “phantom” head or ear noise because only the perceiver can hear the buzzing, ringing, ...
Views: 3391(2 votes) - Tonsil Stones - Prevention, Removal, and Remedies - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2010 from Josh KathermanTo begin, a tonsil stone is a yellow or white (usually) small glob on material that builds up in the crypts, or little holes, of your tonsils. The bacteria and gases released from these spread down the back and front of the tongue causing bad breath. Many people are concerned with methods ...
Views: 5605(2 votes) - Understanding Why Pornography Addiction is a Brain Disease - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2011 from Gordon Bruin“One ring to rule them all, One Ring to find them. One Ring to bring them all, and in the darkness bind them. In the Land of Mordor where the shadows lie.” -J.R.R. Tolkien Pornographers are acutely aware of the information that I am going to give you. They will do whatever they can to keep ...
Views: 16897(4 votes) - What Depression and Diabetes Have in Common? - by Submitted on May 27, 2019 from Jaclyn TengGoing through depression suppresses a person’s overall health and leads to a major impact on his social life. Depression is not at all good for health because it’s a mental state where a person becomes introvert, doesn’t like going out and become more of a disconnected person from the outer ...
Views: 622(2 votes) - Who is Responsible for the Health Crisis in America? - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2010 from Bob Weinstein, Lt. Colonel, U.S. Army, RetiredWho is Responsible for the Health Crisis in America? A baby born in the U.S. in 2004 will live an average of 77.9 years. That life expectancy ranks 42d in the world, down from 11th twenty years earlier. - Source: Census Bureau and National Center for Health Statistics BLAME-STORMING THE ...
Views: 1415(4 votes) - Why Does Toothpaste Carry a Warning But Fluoridated Water Does Not? - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2010 from Prof. George GrantA tube of toothpaste, which clearly carries the warning: “Do not swallow,” and “in case of accidental ingestion, contact the poison control center.” The amount of fluoride they’re talking about is a quarter milligram of fluoride, contained in a pea size amount of toothpaste. But here is ...
Views: 2779(2 votes) - Why The Heart Is Called Such An Important Organ? - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2019 from Gaurav GautamIt’s a well-known fact that human’s brain and heart are two of the most important organs in the human body, no matter which website or blog you open you’ll find that these two organs are repeatedly used inevitably without fail as per the views of cardiologist in Darbhanga. The main reason for ...
Views: 880(2 votes) - Your Feet – The Root Cause of Your Back Pain? - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2012 from Cornelia MerkWhen you see some cracks in the walls you immediately check if the house lacks foundation. If your car is difficult to handle, especially after you hit a large pothole or the curb, you immediately check the alignment settings in your car. In both cases you make sure that there is a proper ...
Views: 5027(2 votes) - “Expert” Claims Cure For Thyroid Disease! - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Bette DowdellSo there I was, standing in line at Walmart, waiting to pay for my hair spray. As I checked out the scenery, such as it was, a Woman’s World magazine leapt to my attention. Oh, it wasn’t the cover picture of Oprah. I mean, the magazine rack looked like an Oprah retrospective, or family album ...
Views: 1820(2 votes) - Interview with Tim Ferriss on the 4 Hour Work Week and 4 Hour Body - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from David RiklanI recently had the chance to interview Tim Ferriss - author, entrepreneur, public speaker, kickboxing champion, world record holder, and well, a bunch of other things. He also serves as an advisor to some of the biggest web 2.0 resources. His first book, The 4-Hour Work Week, was a New ...
Views: 6442(21 votes) - ***Natural Steps To Put Out The Fire Of Acid Reflux And Heart Burn - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHNatural Steps to Put out the Fire of Acid Reflux and Heart Burn What causes Acid Reflux & Heart Burn? Acid reflux and heart burn symptoms trouble an alarming number of Americans today and are the most common symptoms of GERD (gastro esophageal reflux disease). It has been assumed ...
Views: 8442(9 votes) - 5 Myths of Stretching - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2009 from Butch Phelps#1 The Longer you hold the stretch, the better- Traditionally most people who stretch will hold a stretch for 20-30 seconds. Why do they do this? They were taught by a professional, or friend, who said by holding this stretch for 20-30 seconds you will thoroughly stretch the muscle. I used to ...
Views: 6085(5 votes) - Are You Fit or Delusional? - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2010 from Israel SanchezThe importance of physical fitness as a marker of good health is more important than ever. Many individuals are truly fit, others simply claim to be. Which one are you? Are you fit or delusional? Fitness does not happen randomly. It requires planning and strategy. Those who enjoy the benefits ...
Views: 1469(5 votes) - We Are What We Eat - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2011 from Hope AndersonThat saying, “You are what you eat”, provides keen insight into our health and wellbeing. Choosing whole plant based foods over refined processed foods has unequalled value as one of the components of a healthy lifestyle. Are you concerned about your health and how you can live a ...
Views: 8329(5 votes) - ***What Is In Your Drinking Water? - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHThe quality of our drinking water is extremely important to our health because our body is made up of more than 70% water. If our body is forced to filter out chlorine and other toxic chemicals then not only will our body's ability to carry out toxins be compromised but we also put unnecessary ...
Views: 5989(6 votes) - 21 Ways to Live a Healthy and Joyful Life - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Dr. Kelly SennholzI was asked to write a list of my favorite health habits. Below is the list I created to assist you with living your healthiest and most joyful life. I began with 21 and there is a bonus 2! Enjoy. Eat high fiber: I could write a book about the benefits of fiber. I may sometime. But for ...
Views: 4468(9 votes) - Adults Must Set Example Against Childhood Obesity - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2010 from David PaulsonWith so many of our children overweight and many already diabetic, I think every one in America will be in favor of Michelle Obama’s campaign against childhood obesity. Taking on such a huge problem is going to require a lot more than praise. It will require more than healthy choices, limited ...
Views: 1129(3 votes) - Alternative Medicine Science- Emerging Career Opportunities - by Submitted on May 05, 2010 from Indian Board of Alternative MedicineIf we look at the current scenario, the method of treating different disease by making the best use of alternative medicine science has been increased. In recent times, many people have started using alternative medicine for curing their disease. In this article learn about the various fields of ...
Views: 2802(3 votes) - Are You Eating Right for Your Metabolic Type? - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2010 from Dr. Nathalie BeauchampAre you putting the right type of fuel into your body? Regular or diesel? Do you know what happens to a diesel car if you put regular octane gas into it? The result depends upon how much of the wrong fuel you put into the gas tank. If you filled the tank with the wrong fuel, the car may run ...
Views: 1621(3 votes) - Bipolar 101 What to do after diagnosis - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2010 from Marcy RubinYou hear it all the time, a person is given a diagnosis of bipolar disorder, the doctor writes a prescription, tells them to book a follow up appointment and that person leaves the doctors office with a lot of unanswered questions. Often their first reaction is denial, confusion, frustration and ...
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