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- The connection between Endorphins, Serotonin and Dopamine and food cravings - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2012 from Prof. George GrantOur bodies produce thousands of chemicals that control impulses necessary for everyday function and sensory navigation. Endorphins, a multi-functional chemical, are emitted to counteract and deal with sensations by transmitting electrical impulses through the body to the nervous system. One of ...
Views: 7041(1 vote) - Butter Vs Margarine Controversy? - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Prof. George GrantMargarine was originally manufactured to fatten turkeys. When it killed the turkeys, the people who had put all the money into the research wanted a payback so they put their heads together to figure out what to do with this product to get their money back. It was a white substance with no food ...
Views: 5161(1 vote) - Should you eliminate diet soda from your Diet? Absolutely YES! - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Prof. George GrantEliminate Diet Soda From Your Diet If you were to ask 1,000 people why they drink diet soda and other drinks with artificial sweeteners, I expect the vast majority (if not all) would tell you it’s because they are "watching their weight" and these products have no calories. While ...
Views: 4535(4 votes) - The positive effect of Apple Cider Vinegar on Blood Sugar - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Prof. George GrantThe Positive Effect of Apple Cider Vinegar on Blood Sugar Numerous studies have shown that vinegar can help lower your blood sugar, even after a high-carb meal. In one recent example, researchers assembled a small group of subjects. One-third of them had been diagnosed with diabetes, ...
Views: 4449(1 vote) - The Connection between Diabetes, Beta Endorphins and Obesity - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2012 from Prof. George GrantOur bodies produce thousands of chemicals that control impulses necessary for everyday function and sensory navigation. Endorphins, a multi-functional chemical, are emitted to counteract and deal with sensations by transmitting electrical impulses through the body to the nervous system. One of ...
Views: 4447(1 vote) - DHEA Benefits and Side Effects - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2012 from Prof. George GrantDHEA replacement therapy has been studied extensively, and decreased DHEA levels have been implicated in heart disease, high cholesterol, depression, inflammation, immune disorders, schizophrenia, Alzheimer's disease, diabetes, HIV, and osteoporosis. More than 150 hormones are made by the ...
Views: 4329(1 vote) - How to do Istop rigging in the ear? - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2012 from Prof. George GrantRinging in the ear known as Tinnitus can range from mildly distracting to completely debilitating. No matter what others may say, it can prevent you from leading a normal life. And even though millions of people have struggled with it for centuries, modern doctors still resort to telling ...
Views: 4135 - Natural Treatment for HPV - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2012 from Prof. George GrantGenital human papillomavirus (also called HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection. Most people with HPV do not develop symptoms or health problems from it. In 90% of cases, the immune system clears HPV naturally within two years. But, sometimes, HPV infections are not cleared ...
Views: 4022(1 vote) - How Can I achieve alkaline pH[7.3]to avoid Cancer and other chronic diseases? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Prof. George GrantOne of the most common causes of acidity is stress and poor eating habits. Learn to increase the consuption of alkaline foods and minimize or eliminate acisic foods and you will be on your way to homeostasis[balance] or wellness. What are the alkaline foods that I should eat instead of acidic ...
Views: 3855 - Deep Sleep & Wellness - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2010 from Prof. George GrantDeep Sleep is essential for Total Wellness: The process of sleep places a very high demand on our energy reserves. So much work must be accomplished while we sleep: innumerable cells must be replaced or repaired, the immune system must be balanced, hormones must be balanced and emotional ...
Views: 3777(9 votes) - Optimal Ratio of Omega 3 to Omega 6 - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Prof. George GrantOptimal Ratio of Omega 3 to Omega 6: Based on our evolutionary history, the ideal ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 in the diet is 1:1. Our ancestors evolved over millions of years eating that way. However, our modern diet has skewed the ratio significantly. A hundred years ago, the average ...
Views: 3719 - What Causes Fibromyalgia[FMS], Chronic Fatigue Syndrome[CFS], Multiple Chemical Sensitivities[MCS] and the natural solution? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Prof. George GrantWhat causes Fibromyalgia/Chronic Fatigue/Multiple Chemical Sensitivities and what is the natural cure? Cause #1: Toxins Toxins cause inflammation by penetrating healthy tissue in your body and hiding there. Your immune system knows they are there and responds with acute inflammation to ...
Views: 3505 - Obesity & Biofeedback - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2012 from Prof. George GrantKey facts •Worldwide obesity has more than doubled since 1980. •In 2008, 1.5 billion adults, 20 and older, were overweight. Of these over 200 million men and nearly 300 million women were obese. •Nearly 43 million children under the age of five were overweight in 2010. •a BMI greater than or ...
Views: 3448(1 vote) - Coping with COPD [Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease] Naturally - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2012 from Prof. George GrantChronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic disease characterized by shortness of breath, cough and sputum production. While symptoms of the disease do not usually appear in people younger than age 55 years, changes to the lung begin many years earlier. COPD is an umbrella term for ...
Views: 3349(1 vote) - Diet Drinks and weight loss - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Prof. George GrantIf you were to ask 1,000 people why they drink diet soda and other drinks with artificial sweeteners, I expect the vast majority (if not all) would tell you it’s because they are "watching their weight" and these products have no calories. While it is true that diet sodas have no calories, it ...
Views: 3343(1 vote) - What is Tea Tree Oil? What are their uses? - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Prof. George GrantTea tree oil is a great all purpose essential oil. The Tea Tree Oil Bible gives you and your doctor or health care practitioner as much information as possible in a clear, simple and concise manner. What got us interested in tea tree oil were the many successful personal health and hygiene ...
Views: 3338(4 votes) - How to achieve Peace & Happiness? - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2010 from Prof. George Grant"Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction and faithful in prayer." Romans 12:12 "Start by doing what's necessary; then do what's possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible." You become what you think about most of the time. And the most important part of each day is what you ...
Views: 3220(7 votes) - Natural Methods to prevent any Bateria/Virus/ H1N1 Swine Flue - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2010 from Prof. George Grant1. Frequent hand-washing (well highlighted in all official communications) using Tea Tree Oil. 2. "Hands-off-the-face" approach. Resist all temptations to touch any part of face (unless you want to eat, bathe or slap). 3. *Gargle twice a day with warm salt water or Tea ...
Views: 3144(2 votes) - Do Supplements have different absorption & bioavailability? YES! - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Prof. George GrantAbsorption & Bioavailability of Supplements: Not all Supplements are made the same!! their absorption or Bioavailability range from 5% up to 90%. Use supplements that are Natural, standardized and most importantly Patented, Proven Clinically,Published, Predictable and Priced resonable. We ...
Views: 3096(2 votes) - Stress Reduction for 12 Subjects after using the Infra Red Negative Ions Amethyst Bio Mat over 3 months - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Prof. George GrantAbstract: 12 subjects were tested before and after using the Bio Mat for one hour daily over 3 months period using 3 different biofeedback devices and blood cortisol levels to measure stress reduction. Far Infra Red/Negative Ions Amethyst Bio Mat reduces Stress by 78% as validated by Pre ...
Views: 3011(2 votes) - How to manage stress in your life? - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2010 from Prof. George GrantDo you ever find yourself lying awake at night, unable to fall asleep, because you're worrying about one of the zillions of things you have to do the next day? Do you ever wake up bone-tired on a cold, dark morning... not wanting to get out of bed and face the day ahead of you? Do you wake ...
Views: 3000(6 votes) - Integrative Approach for BPH Benign Prostate Hyperplasia - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2012 from Prof. George GrantThe prostate is a male reproductive gland that produces the fluid that carries sperm during ejaculation. It surrounds the urethra, the tube through which urine passes out of the body. An enlarged prostate means the gland has grown bigger. Prostate enlargement happens to almost all men as they ...
Views: 2977 - What is the best Natural Sweetner - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Prof. George GrantWhat is the best Natural Sweetener? Stevia.. I've written a number of times about my favorite sweetener, stevia. It has no calories, it tastes great, and it doesn't raise your blood sugar. Nor does it come with the potential side effects (like cancer and neurological disorders) of ...
Views: 2974(1 vote) - How to minimize the dependency on Blood Pressure Medications? - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from Prof. George GrantPreferred treatment methods for blood pressure include lifestyle modifications and medications. First, the doctor will prescribe a diet and exercise regimen. If these attempts to control symptoms are unsuccessful, the doctor will prescribe medications. The doctor will need to monitor blood ...
Views: 2955(1 vote) - The positive effect of Apple Cider Vinegar in your health - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Prof. George GrantThe Positive Effect of Vinegar on Blood Sugar Numerous studies have shown that vinegar can help lower your blood sugar, even after a high-carb meal. In one recent example, researchers assembled a small group of subjects. One-third of them had been diagnosed with diabetes, one-third were ...
Views: 2905 - Natural prevention for Low Thyroid Function - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2015 from Prof. George GrantThe thyroid, a butterfly-shaped gland in the neck, can have a dramatic impact on a huge variety of bodily functions, and if you’re a woman over 35 your odds of a thyroid disorder are highmore than 30%, by some estimates. At least 30 million Americans have a thyroid disorder and half15 ...
Views: 2824 - Magnesium Supplement can prevent stroke and enhance Brain function - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from Prof. George GrantPeople who eat more foods rich in the mineral magnesium appear to reduce their odds of having a stroke, a new study shows. The link between magnesium in the diet and stroke risk was strongest for ischemic stroke, which is when a clot blocks a blood vessel in the brain. Researchers found ...
Views: 2818(1 vote) - Natural ways to reverse Diabetes - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2012 from Prof. George GrantLifestyle changes like reducing the intake of flour,sugar[particularly high fructose corn syrup], dairy[ice cream], junk foods and increasing fibre, vegetables[yams], cinnamon, chromium/vanadium, Stevia, Vit B1 & B12, Vit D, CoQ10, exercise to increase circulation and enhance circulation and ...
Views: 2794 - Is ADD a gift or a curse? - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2013 from Prof. George GrantAttention Deficit Disorder (also known as ADD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are terms used to describe patterns of behavior that appear most often in school-aged children. Children with these disorders are inattentive, overly impulsive and, in the case of ADHD, ...
Views: 2789(1 vote) - 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: 2771(2 votes) - Health Benefits of Spirulina - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2012 from Prof. George GrantSpirulina just may be nature's most perfect food. These tiny blue green spiral coils harvest the energy of the sun and turn it into a treasure chest of bio-available nutrients. Designed by nature 3.6 billion years ago, these blue green algae were the generators of the oxygen found in our ...
Views: 2752(1 vote) - Use Meditation instead of Medications - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2012 from Prof. George GrantThe term meditation refers to a broad variety of practices which range from techniques designed to promote relaxation, contacting spiritual guides, building internal energy (chi, ki, prana, etc.), receiving psychic visions, getting closer to a god, seeing past lives, taking astral journeys, and ...
Views: 2741(1 vote) - Turmeric [ Curcumin] a Natural Immune Booster – Add a Spice to Your Life - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2012 from Prof. George GrantThe active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin. Tumeric has been used for over 2500 years in India, where it was most likely first used as a dye. Curcumin is also a powerful antioxidant. Antioxidants scavenge molecules in the body known as free radicals, which damage cell membranes, tamper with ...
Views: 2739(1 vote) - Magnesium & Brain Health - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Prof. George GrantWhat is the connection between magnesium and Brain Health? Studies have confirmed that better magnesium levels help protect brain tissue from the damage that can be caused by any head trauma. Magnesium acts as a natural calcium channel blocker, which makes it a principle nutrient for helping to ...
Views: 2661 - Natural Solution to Obesity - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2012 from Prof. George GrantNatural Solutions to Obesity Obesity has become a major health problem in developed countries across the world, but particularly in the United States. Being clinically obese brings with it the risk of suffering from a wide range of other health complications, and can also trigger a number of ...
Views: 2659 - Accuracy of PSA screening for Prostate Cancer - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2013 from Prof. George GrantProstate-specific antigen (PSA) is an enzyme produced in the prostate. For decades, men over age 50 have been recommended to have their blood level of PSA tested annually. If it’s higher than 4 ng/mL, they’re usually urged to have a biopsy or other evaluation. Recent research published at the ...
Views: 2642(1 vote) - What is the best natural treatment for arthritis? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Prof. George GrantWhat is the best naural relief for arthritis & Pain? I recommend using a natural supplement containing glucosamine hydrochloride, chondroiton, ginger and green tea which helps your body achieve an alkaline pH of 7.35 to reduce inflammation instead of using Cox II inhibitor medications with ...
Views: 2626 - How to reverse Osteoporosis Naturally? - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2012 from Prof. George GrantSeveral of our clients who were suffering from Osteopenia and Osteoporosis were able to reverse their condition naturally within 6-9 months. Taking high bio available calcium, magnesium and vitamin D3 and avoiding flour, sugar, soft drinks, coffee, alcohol as well as all acid foods are ...
Views: 2602 - Stress Reduction & Biofeedback - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2012 from Prof. George GrantStress Reduction & Biofeedback: Stress affects us all. The deleterious effects of excess stress have been well documented in a wide range of medical publications. Thousands of research articles, studies and books prove beyond a shadow of doubt, that stress can be a factor in any disease, as it ...
Views: 2594(1 vote) - Endorphins & Integrative Medicine - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2012 from Prof. George GrantBeta Endorphins, the endogenous opiates, have been the subject of many recent publications. Beta Endorphin levels have positive effects, particularly on mood and behaviour. Endorphins increased after aerobic exercise, massage, and sex. Beta-endorphin is composed of the 31 amino acids and ...
Views: 2561(1 vote) - Water & Wellness - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Prof. George GrantHere's how to figure out the right amount of water you need to drink daily to stay completely hydrated. You need to drink half of your body weight in ounces daily. Let's say you weight 200 lbs. You will need 100 oz. of water. Divide 100 oz. by 8 oz (a size of a glass) you get 12. You need to ...
Views: 2546(1 vote) - Stress Management & Wellness - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Prof. George GrantA lecturer, when explaining stress management to an audience, raised a glass of water and asked, "how heavy is this glass of water? " Answers called out ranged from 20g to 500g. The lecturer replied, "The absolute weight doesn't matter. It depends on how long you try to hold it. "If ...
Views: 2545(6 votes) - Natural Solution to Diabetes - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2012 from Prof. George GrantDiabetes is characterized by elevated glucose (sugars) in the blood and resistance of cell membranes to insulin, the hormone that helps metabolize sugar. It is estimated that 350 million people worldwide have either Type one or two diabetes. Type two diabetes is an epidemic that is bulging ...
Views: 2535(1 vote) - Type 3 Diabetes The Next Global Epidemic - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2012 from Prof. George GrantType 3 Diabetes is when the brain stops or reduces the acceptance of the brain's secreted insulin within the brain's cell receptors. Diabetes type 1 and type 2 derive from the decline of insulin produced within the pancreas to the point where there is no insulin produced. Yet, in recent years, ...
Views: 2512(1 vote) - Spirulina the Super Food - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Prof. George GrantSpirulina is a natural alga which has richest natural ingredients: Vitamin B-Complex, Vitamin A ,Vitamin E, Beta-Carotene, zeaxanthin, easy-to-absorb Iron ; Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA), Phycocyanin ; Chlorophyll ,Glycolipids , SOD (Super Oxide Dismutase) a potent antioxidant. Spirulina is a ...
Views: 2481(2 votes) - Pheromones Fact or fiction? - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2012 from Prof. George GrantPheromones are chemicals capable of acting outside the body of the secreting individual to impact the behavior of the receiving individual. There are alarm pheromones, food trail pheromones, sex pheromones, and many others that affect behavior or physiology. Their use among insects has been ...
Views: 2464(1 vote) - How to minimize the side effects of blood pressure medications/diuretics? - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2012 from Prof. George GrantSixty-five million Americans have high blood pressure according to the American Heart Association. If all of them were to take some of the most common drugs to treat hypertension, they’d also be deficient in vitamin B6 and CoQ10. Diuretics There are two kinds of diuretics: thiazides and loop ...
Views: 2446 - Seven key Antiaging Hormones - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Prof. George Grant6 Key Hormones You Need in Optimal Levels for Optimal Health & Antiaging: I rarely see a patient with low testosterone levels who does not also have a serious imbalance in some or all of the other major hormones regulating metabolism, body chemistry, and disease progression. Here are 6 of the ...
Views: 2432 - 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: 2379(2 votes) - Thermotherapy - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2019 from Prof. George GrantThermotherapy George Grant | September 26, 2013 | Blogs | No Comments inShare This research was presented at the largest International Pain Conference in the world in Chicago June 7-10, 2015. http://painmedicine.conferenceseries.com/organizing-committee.php Evaluating thermotherapy ...
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