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Greek and Roman artists have provided the basis and also set the standard by which male beauty in western civilization can be measured.
Accordingly, the ideal Roman male was defined as tall, muscular, long-legged, with a full head of thick hair, a high and wide forehead – a ... Views: 720
FOODS THAT ARE GOOD FOR YOUR LIVER HEALTH
There are a number of foods that nutritional experts consistently
name as "supportive" or "protective" to the liver. These simple dietary tips will help you improve your liver function and help you achieve many health benefits, including weight ... Views: 1791
Was it something you ate - or something you didn't eat?? Or is it a side effect of that new medicine, or maybe your body's way of protesting to stress or travel???
Which ever the case being, constipation can be troublesome and at times even painful. It is usually the result from insufficient ... Views: 5100
Most insect bites are just annoyances that itch like crazy and leave ugly little welts that go away in a few days. However, flies and mosquitoes can spread disease. The first thing you want to do is wash the bite area thoroughly with soap and water and apply an antiseptic.
In the first place, ... Views: 778
Varicose veins are weakened veins that lack the strength they once had to return the blood to the heart. Veins in the legs are the most easily affected, for they are straight down from the heart.
Blood that circulates to the legs must be pumped back up to the heart. But, veins are equipped ... Views: 1146
SEAWEED IS AN EVERYDAY MIRACLE
Seaweed is an everyday miracle. The benefits of including seaweed’s optimum nourishment into your daily diet are extensive: increased longevity, enhanced immune functioning, revitalization of the cardiovascular, endocrine, digestive, and nervous systems, and ... Views: 3186
The Body-for-LIFE Challenge is a 12-week healthy living contest based on proven principles in the best-selling book Body-for-LIFE by Bill Phillips, a former competitive bodybuilder. Participants track their progress and submit before and after photos. They are also asked to record their ... Views: 2500
Web sites for products such as "HeightGrowth" are so unbelievable that the people who wrote them must be laughing as they steal people's money for totally worthless products.
They tell you that if you take HeightGrowth, you will continue to grow until you are as tall as you like, at any age. ... Views: 887
You may have heard that lutein is useful in the prevention of cataracts and the prevention and possibly even reversal of macular degeneration. Now there's even more reason to consume lutein. A Chinese study published in the British Journal of Nutrition revealed that it may also provide vision ... Views: 676
Background
Acne vulgaris, more commonly known simply as acne, is a skin disease caused by the alteration of certain formations called pilosebaceous structures. In simple terms, these relate to skin structures consisting of:
Hair follicles, which are that part of the skin that grows hair ... Views: 800
Dr. Steve Edelson (813) 831-8321, Chiropractor in Tampa, Florida, has over 14 years of experience in helping to eliminate the causes of health problems. He is an expert in helping people who suffer from injuries derived from an auto accident. He does not advise you to cover up your symptoms with ... Views: 1169
Did you know that long term stress reduces serotonin levels? Serotonin is a neurotransmitter in the brain which helps us feel good. To make matters worse stress also releases cortisol, a hormone produced in the adrenal gland which also can lead to depression. This hormone also reduces ... Views: 1327
OVER EASY SCALLION EGGS
6 or so young fresh scallions (green onions) which you have chopped go onto a plate and briefly (maybe 5 minutes?) into the microwave to precook them (wilt them).
Meanwhile, in a nonstick pan on medium heat, grape seed oil (no flavor to clash, high Vitamin E, A, ... Views: 2648
Ginger and Honey have a synergistic action together. Search 'nutritional value of ginger and honey'. And grapefruit seed extract (sold as GSE everywhere, also called Citricidal) kills virus, yeast, mold, fungus, aerobic AND anaerobic bacteria, and parasites. Read up on it, it is a lifesaver ... Views: 5754
Imagine entering a doctor's office and being greeted by a sign saying,"Quiet, Meditation in Progress," and finding a waiting room full of people sitting with eyes closed. The doctor seated amongst them opens one eye and motions to you sit down and join in. Could this vision be the missing ... Views: 1398
Massage offers real health benefits. Although I've heard that some people are not getting massage because of our “recession”, the fact is that I have re-built my business this past year despite that. Recessions are a time of increased anxiety and fear for many people. Some have lost jobs, others ... Views: 1421
Skin care has always been a serious concern with women. And because of their increased concern about skin care, myths and misconceptions don't take long to spread. And often these myths are so deep rooted, that they are believed to be true and handed down from generation to generation.
Most ... Views: 706
The following are three "magic" minerals shown to play significant roles in controlling and preventing hypertension (high blood pressure).
With all of the stresses in everyday life as well as the added pressures on everyday life due to the current economic environment, now more than ever, ... Views: 1946
68-year-old Ginger Williams wakes up each morning and jogs five miles near her Memphis, Tenn., residence. To her, jogging each morning is a way to start the day clearing her mind, body and soul.
Growing up she was never fond of running but over the last several years she’s realized the ... Views: 1050
Overview
The concept of Beauty can refer to a particular person, a special place, an object of interest or even the concept of an idea, all of which can provide a perceptual experience related to pleasure, meaning or satisfaction.
The study of beauty is intrinsically a part of aesthetics, ... Views: 1121
Background
The human body is covered in hair which grows through minute “holes” in the skin, called pores. The sebaceous glands produce oils which lubricate the skin. However, when these glands become overactive, which is quite common in adolescence, they can cause blockages in the pores due ... Views: 1325
Women's health expert Dr. Daemon Jones, ND talks about how you can treat menstrual cramps that result from female hormonal imbalances in a natural, painless way
and live a happier, healthier life.
Whenever one of my patients is in pain, I always create a short-term approach and a long-term ... Views: 1241
Bariatric Surgery - Lap Band then RNY Gastric Bypass
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Adrenal Fatigue: Recover and Rejoice!
Christian, the world's cutest kitten, helps his Mama
come back to life just by being his cute kitten self!
Christian (aka Baron Deepus von ... Views: 1333
Western medicine has names for thousands of different diseases and more are being discovered, named or invented all the time. But in my lifetime of studying what causes those diseases, I’ve found that there are only seven stress factors that affect your health. Those stressors are:
1. Poor ... Views: 2417
Many people understand the soothing effects that Passion Flower can have. However there are many things that the average person does not know about Passion Flower. For instance Passion Flower is not actually a specific flower, but instead is a genus (technically called Passiflora) that include ... Views: 3458
What is this big craze over the pH level in the water we drink? The water bottled industry is currently a multi-billion dollar industry. It has not been to long ago we experienced a paradigm shift from tap to bottled water. Drinking tap water has become somewhat taboo with all the chemical ... Views: 810
Have you ever read fitness or weight loss success stories in a magazine and noticed that what each person is most thrilled about is how great they feel? They are happy to lose the weight of course, yet they discover it isn’t how much they lost that makes them feel so good. What is most ... Views: 1167
Did you know that the number one role of your skin is to act as a barrier? Even so, everything we put on our skin is absorbed and goes into our bloodstream. As a result, we shouldn’t put anything on our skin that we wouldn’t eat! According to research, the average person absorbs about ?ve ... Views: 3218
We all sweat, so it’s not surprising that 90 percent of us regularly use antiperspirants and deodorants. In fact, only one other bathroom staple – toothpaste, exceeds sales of these products!
You likely use deodorant to mask underarm odor or use antiperspirants to reduce sweating. ... Views: 1743
There is a new study showing that the majority of people with type 2 Diabetes are not changing their diet. They are not regulating their blood sugar with their diet. They are eating too many of the wrong foods and not enough fruits and vegetable. What was astonishing to the researcher was ... Views: 1412
People of all ages can suffer from acne but the causes for their problem could be different. If you are a teenager, it could be because of hormonal imbalance and adult acne can have a lot of different causes. All kinds of acne can be treated with the right method but the treatment should be ... Views: 6208
There are five foods to eat for rosacea that will not only help you to clear the redness and skin eruptions of rosacea, but they also have antiaging benefits and will help to reduce aches and pains in your joints! Learn more about foods that cause rosacea and how you can have clear and ... Views: 12176
Honeymark launches a Bath Salt with genuine Himalayan salt crystals and Manuka Honey from New Zealand, both of which are well known for their rejuvenating properties.
There is a significant difference between table salt and Himalayan salt. Ordinary table salt predominantly consists of sodium ... Views: 1181
How can you speed up your metabolism and lose weight? When you deprive yourself of food, your body reacts protectively against an ancient threat: famine. Your resting metabolic rate the calories you burn just to keep your body going drops to a lower level to conserve energy. Your body works ... Views: 1240
Well, did you know that green tea as well as black, white and oolong teas are all derived from the same plant – Camellia sinensis. The only difference is the way of processing. Green tea, as opposed to black and oolong, is the one that’s processed the least – the process of oxidation is skipped ... Views: 666
So, you've learned a lot about the dangerous chemicals lurking in your personal care products. You now know that even the "organic" "all-natural" products you were buying are not chemical-free after all! You want to stop purchasing products with chemicals that make you sick, but you feel ... Views: 1338
Honeymark launches a Mud Mask combining genuine mud from the Dead Sea and a premium honey from New Zealand, known as Manuka Honey, both of which are well known for their amazing ability to heal and maintain healthy skin.
It is easy to wonder if Dead Sea mud is nothing more than an expensive ... Views: 1919
The tip of each hair is weaker then the root, making it more vulnerable to breakage and split ends. Having the tips trimmed every 6 weeks helps to maintain the condition of your hair and its style.
You don't schedule a trial run with a professional stylist, or even try to do you hair on your ... Views: 800
Natural Remedy for Acne
Can we find a natural remedy for acne or are acne sufferers forever committed to looking for the next wonder drug, lotion or cream, only to be disappointed yet again? Are they to be forever doing the rounds of doctors and dermatologists trying prescriptions that often ... Views: 1138
...as a matter of fact, it took centuries. Natural health like anything intricate, beautiful and complex, takes time. It took nine months for you to be handmade in your mother's womb by an omnipotent artisan.
You have an unseen creator's stamp that says "Made by God." Handle with care ... Views: 753
When you choose foods that take you longer to eat and are low in calorie density , it will help you consume less calories and you will feel full. The good news is that " you don't have to give up foods that taste great " Feeling full after a meal results in a complex signal to ... Views: 1100
Do you want to rev up your calorie burn and have fun at the same time? Well exercise is one of the best natural metabolism boosters. But when you think of working out, you usually don't think of fun. Well time to think outside the box and the gym and start having fun sweating off calories and ... Views: 1603
WHAT IS MANUKA HONEY?
Manuka Honey is produced from the flowers of two New Zealand plants. These are the Manuka and Kanuka trees but are generally referred to as 'Manuka Trees'. These are the New Zealand version of the Tea Tree.
Both the Manuka and Kanuka plants have historically been used ... Views: 746
Most people are on their feet, busily moving throughout the day or night, and may not stop to consider the stress and anxiety their feet bear, until it’s too late. When the feet begin to ache, have pain, swell, feel tired or sore, look scaly or dried out, show signs of cracked heels and ... Views: 945
I am writing a book on “Spring Cleaning for Your Body: How to gently detox while continuing to live your life”. In doing research for my book, I am re-reading a book called Your body's Many Cries for Water by F. Batmanghelidj, MD. His message is simple and profound. DRINK WATER! Apparently ... Views: 1312
Sore teeth are just one of many TMD symptoms; although many people often confuse the sore teeth with other conditions such as sinus infections, tooth cavities or infection, or a bad bite. Many times sore teeth are caused by excessive pressure in the jaw joint, resulting in teeth grinding and ... Views: 689
Do you know what’s in your sunscreen? Most people think that commercial sunscreens protect against skin cancer. Chemical sunscreens do protect against sunburn but there is no scientific proof they protect against skin cancer. Is Zinc Oxide a safe, mineral alternative?
Why use Zinc oxide as a ... Views: 2177
While we thought we were protecting ourselves we may have actually been creating more harm than good. According to new research, toxic chemicals used as flame retardants (PBDE’s or polybrominated diphenyl ethers) are rapidly building up in the bodies of people and wildlife around the world ... Views: 788
According to all the medical information about Farmer's Lung out there, the answer is no. Medical treatments DO NOT "cure" Farmer's Lung disease. Medical treatments at best manage the severity of the symptoms but offer no hope of reversing the effects of mold on the lungs and body. BUT, the ... Views: 3865
Your physical makeup is unique, like a fingerprint – it’s the first rule of self health! “Know thyself” can make all the difference to your ongoing wellness.
Sure, you can do this all on your own – and you will. But here are some pointers for developing your own self health philosophy. Many ... Views: 635