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- The Best Diet Tips - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from sarah labdarWhether you have dieted in the past, you are on a diet now or you are going to start a diet there are dieting tips that should be followed to get the best results you can from your diet. Every diet is not for everyone so following these diet tips may be the key to successfully completing your ...
Views: 677 - Avoid The Most Common Diet Mistakes That Dieters Make - by Submitted on May 10, 2011 from sarah labdarHundreds of people start and stop diets every year for many reasons. People choose to start diets because they want to lose weight. However, people don’t anticipate how hard it will be. Losing weight takes dedication and motivation. However if you aren’t prepared for the challenge then you may ...
Views: 643 - Get Better Sleep Today - by Submitted on May 08, 2011 from sarah labdarSleeping is a necessary part of life that allows our brains and body to rest and rejuvenate, to keep us functioning at an optimal performance level. When adequate sleep is not achieved then our brain function and body capabilities diminish causing symptoms of fatigue, memory loss, difficulty ...
Views: 564 - Is Your Diet Right For You - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2011 from sarah labdarThe word diet is presumed to mean a specific food constriction to lose weight. However the real meaning of diet in nutritional terms means the sum of food consumed. The meaning of the word diet has been warped over the years giving a misconception. People have been dieting, in the sense of ...
Views: 744 - Home Hair Care Remedies That Won't Break The Bank - by Submitted on May 03, 2011 from sarah labdarHair care is a huge market in today society. Salons, stylists and hairdressers make a bundle off of keeping your hair looking fabulous. However, it’s not without a price. Breathe a little bit easer because now there is a way to get salon-looking hair in the comfort of your own home very ...
Views: 646 - Inflammation, The Body's First Line of Defense - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2011 from sarah labdarHave you ever experienced red, painful, swelling, in a body part? This reaction in the body is called inflammation. Inflammation is a normal response by the body to start the healing process. Inflammation can occur for many reasons and be classified as chronic or acute. Although the body ...
Views: 1269 - Stop a Weight Loss Plateau from Occurring - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from sarah labdarFor anyone who has tried to lose weight they know what it’s like to hit a plateau. A plateau is when you continue to exercise and diet at the same rate but the weight stops declining. It’s a horrible feeling to know that you worked so hard and watched your food intake, and not to see the results ...
Views: 742 - Relieve Your Stress With Mind Body Exercises - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from sarah labdarAlthough most people feel they don’t have time to exercise, or don’t think they need to exercise, what they don’t realize is that exercise is an essential part of a healthy life style. Exercise is key to controlling weight management, protecting against various diseases and stress management. ...
Views: 1829(2 votes) - Strengthen Your Core With Stability Ball Exercises - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2011 from sarah labdarExercise balls have been around for a long time. You may have seen them at the gym, or you may even have one at your house. Fitness balls have been used by physical therapists and personal trainers alike. The reason this exercise equipment is used so frequently and by so many is because it’s ...
Views: 815 - Look No Further For A Natural Asthma Treatment - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2011 from sarah labdarAsthma is an airway condition that has rapidly increased in prevalence over the last couple of decades. This may be due to the increase in pollution, toxins and triggers in our environment. However, with the increase in prevalence there is an increased motivation to find treatments to relieve ...
Views: 1145 - Home Remedies For The Treatment Of Fatigue - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2011 from sarah labdarWhatever is causing your fatigue the number one best way to cure your symptoms is to rest. Physical and mental fatigue can be relieved through physical rest and relaxation. This gives your body and mind time to recuperate from the strain, tiredness, weariness, and exhaustion that it is going ...
Views: 1004 - Foods To Relieve Constipation - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2011 from sarah labdarIf you have ever experienced constipation, which most people have at some point in their life, you know that it can be painful, embarrassing and uncomfortable. What most people don’t realize is that an unhealthy diet that lacks water and fiber can cause the slow, sluggish elimination that causes ...
Views: 826 - Why Are You Fatigued? - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from sarah labdarFatigue is a common symptom that everyone experiences at some point in his or her life. About 20% of Americans experience fatigue daily that interferes with their daily life. More and more people are presenting in the hospitals, at their doctors office and in walk in clinics with fatigue as ...
Views: 994(1 vote) - Are You Battling Fatigue? - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from sarah labdarDo you work too much? Are you stressed out and don’t have any time for yourself? Or maybe you have late nights studying and cramming for exams? Maybe you are bored or depressed by life because you are under stimulated. All of these situations are a normal result of fatigue. Everyone experiences ...
Views: 733 - Herbal Laxatives to Treat Constipation - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from sarah labdarConstipation is a gastrointestinal problem that affects almost everyone at some point in his or her life. Constipation causes painful or difficult bowel movements. When you experience constipation, initially reducing pain and eliminating hardened or dried stool from the bowels is the first ...
Views: 937 - What is Constipation? - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2011 from sarah labdarConstipation is one of those problems that most people experience at some point in their life but rarely talk about. It is most common gastrointestinal complaint in the United States. Most often than not constipation affects women and the elderly, however everyone is susceptible to have ...
Views: 835 - Relieve Neck Pain - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2011 from sarah labdarNeck and back pain can have a debilitating effect on someone’s life. No one likes to experience pain however when it occurs the main goal is to make it stop as soon as possible. According to the National Institute of Health Sciences (NIHS) neck pain is the 3rd most common type of pain ...
Views: 893 - 10 Acne Free Skin Tips For Everyday Life - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from sarah labdarAcne is one of those pesky little problems that shows up especially when you don’t want it to. Most people spend a lot of time and money to keep pimples from popping up but it doesn’t always stop them. Because acne has several causes and not everyone experiences the same type of acne, it makes ...
Views: 896 - Spices to Cleanse & Detoxify the Body - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from sarah labdarSpices were originally developed in the Middle East and herbs later on in East Asia. Early uses of spices and herbs included magic, medicine, religion, tradition, and preservation. Spices were originally used by the upper class and nobles, however, it wasn’t long before spices became part of the ...
Views: 1556 - The True Benefits of Pilates - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2011 from sarah labdarPilates is a form of physical fitness that has had a resurgence over the past decade. Joseph Pilates of Germany originally developed Pilates in the early 20th century. Described as ‘contrology’, Pilates is similar to corrective exercise or medical gymnastics where the mind controls muscle ...
Views: 1607(1 vote) - Botox, the Temporary Quick Fix for Wrinkles - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2011 from sarah labdarBotox is one of the newer forms of cosmetic surgery, which is practiced in today’s society. Cosmetic botox is relatively new compared to other facial cosmetic surgeries such as a facelift, eyelid surgery, chin surgery, nasal reconstruction and lip enhancement. Unlike these procedures, botox is ...
Views: 815(1 vote) - Herbs to Reduce Asthma Symptoms - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2011 from sarah labdarAsthma causes symptoms of wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath. Due to the fact that asthma is incurable, treatment will be needed throughout life. Modern treatment includes long-term control medication as well as rescue treatments such as inhalers. However, for thousands ...
Views: 1292 - What You Should Know About the Medications For Asthma - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2011 from sarah labdarWhen someone is diagnosed with asthma it is customary for the doctor and patient to put an action plan into place to eliminate triggers, prescribe treatment and ultimately control asthma symptoms. Being able to control asthma will prevent chronic symptoms of asthma such as coughing and wheezing, ...
Views: 840 - The Difference Between Herbs and Spices For Detoxing - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from sarah labdarNaturopathic medicine has been using detoxification for over 3000 years. Ayurvedic medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Native Americans, and folk medicine all use herbs and spices for medicinal and detoxification purposes. Herbs and spices are the primary detox supplements used to cleanse ...
Views: 1050(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: 1100(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: 1146(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: 855(2 votes) - The Signs & Symptoms of An Asthma Attack - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2011 from sarah labdarAsthma is an incurable disease that affects the lungs and makes it difficult to breath. The muscles within the bronchi spasm, causing tightening around the airways. As the airway narrows it makes it difficult to breathe especially breathe out. Asthma can affect all ages, from kids all the way to ...
Views: 937 - Fill Your Diet With Fat Burning Foods - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from sarah labdarDieting and weight loss go hand in hand. Everyone wants to lose weight, however conventional diet and weight loss can be difficult and time consuming. Most people become bored or lose the motivation to stick with their weight loss plans. However, there are ways to augment your weight loss. The ...
Views: 592 - Do You Have Weak Ankles? - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from sarah labdarThe ankle is the part of the body that is normally completed neglected when it comes to exercise. Although there are no major muscle groups associated with the ankle, the ligaments and tendons that hold ankle in place need to be kept strong and flexible. The foot and the ankle form the ...
Views: 1437 - The Best Calf Exercises For Strength & Balance - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2011 from sarah labdarThe calf makes up the lower half of the leg below the knee and above the ankle. The calf is made up of two large muscles in the back of the leg called the gastrocnemius and the soleus. The front of the lower leg encompasses the tibialis anterior muscle. Without knowledge of the calf anatomy it ...
Views: 4266 - Firm & Tone Your Legs for Strength, Stability & Balance - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2011 from sarah labdarEvery woman wants to have firm, tone sexy legs, while every man wants to have muscular, strong legs. Our legs are the base support, which hold up the rest of the body. They provide stability, balance, strength, and functionality. Strong leg muscles allow for daily activity such as walking, ...
Views: 2258 - 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: 906(1 vote) - Organic Skin Care, The Best Type of Skin Care - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2011 from sarah labdarDesiring beauty can be as simple as having clear, clean, healthy looking skin. Skin is the largest organ that covers the entire outer surface of the body. Having great looking skin is not only for women anymore, men and women of all ages are searching for the best way to keep their skin youthful ...
Views: 1044(2 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: 4673(4 votes) - What is Aromatherapy and Does it Work? - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from sarah labdarSmell is the ability for us to perceive odors within our environment. An odor can revive a memory, give us a feeling, remind us of a person, place or thing, or even enhance our mood. This is why aromatherapy has been introduced as an alternative medicine to be used with or without other ...
Views: 1237(2 votes) - Nutritional Supplementation Can Improve Your Mood & Relieve Your Stress - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from sarah labdarNutritional supplementation or dietary supplements are intended to supplement the diet to provide nutrients to the body. Examples include vitamins, minerals, herbs, fiber, fatty acids and amino acids. The use of medicinal supplementation dates back to the origins of civilization when herbs and ...
Views: 1440(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 ...
Views: 1047(1 vote) - Do You Need Medication for Your Stress? - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from sarah labdarStress is a relatively new psychological and biological term to describe the failure of an organism to respond appropriately to a threat. Previous to this description stress was used in mechanics to mean a strain. Both definitions are accurate to describe how stress affects a human being. Stress ...
Views: 980 - Stress Management Techniques to Use In Your Daily Life - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from sarah labdarPeople develop ways to cope with stress over their lifetime from past experiences, expectations and environment. Coping mechanisms are triggered once we assess a situation to be stressful. However, not everyone copes with stress in an effective way. Therefore stress management can help to ...
Views: 1029 - Models For Stress Management - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from sarah labdarStress management is a coping technique to deal with the stresses of daily life. Most stress management methods intend to equip a person with effective coping mechanisms to deal with stress. For many people they are unable to deal with stress and ignore it, bottle it up, or don’t deal with it at ...
Views: 5926 - Why Stress Is So Bad For Your Health - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from sarah labdarStress is a natural part of life. These days there are very few who don’t get stressed over money, the economy, the housing market, jobs or even family. Our bodies naturally react to stress through blood pressure, heart rate, respiration, body temperature and muscle contractions. Everyone deals ...
Views: 698 - Resveratrol As an Anti - Cancer Agent - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from sarah labdarHave you heard of the “French Paradox”? Well, its based on a theory that the French people have less incidence of heart disease and coronary heart disease because of the fact that they drink red wine which contains resveratrol. Since this discovery was made public back in 1991 resveratrol has ...
Views: 825(1 vote) - What Are Antioxidants & Why They Are So Important - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from sarah labdarAntioxidants are all the rage now a days. With the increased amount of knowledge, information and data available about antioxidants, the public is becoming more aware of why we need to include antioxidants in our diets. Our bodies are made up of thousands of unique combinations of substances and ...
Views: 662 - Vitamins & Minerals That Reduce The Symptoms of Tinnitus - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from sarah labdarWhat’s causing that ringing in your ears? It may be a condition called tinnitus. Tinnitus causes you to hear noise that other people cannot hear. Unfortunately, determining both the cause and correct treatment are quite difficult in many cases. Although there are many causes of tinnitus it is ...
Views: 3886(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: 1348(1 vote) - Alternative Medicine for Treatment of Tinnitus - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from sarah labdarAlternative medicine is becoming more readily accessed by patients and chosen more frequently than traditional medicine. This is due to the holistic look at the patient, their family and their life rather than just the symptom. Additionally, alternative treatments look at preventing disease and ...
Views: 1037 - Traditional Treatments for Tinnitus - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2010 from sarah labdarTinnitus can be a persistent, annoying sound in your ear that no one else can hear. There is no discernable cure for tinnitus. Most treatments lessen or mask the symptoms of tinnitus. However, most physicians recommend preventing tinnitus by protecting the body, ears and brain. In some cases ...
Views: 1841(3 votes) - Prevent Tinnitus By Protecting Your Ears, Brain, & Body - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2010 from sarah labdarTinnitus is a condition defined by abnormal noise in the ear that is only heard by the person and not by other people surrounding them. Currently there are several reasons why tinnitus may occur but no active cure for it. Approximately 36 million Americans suffer with symptoms of tinnitus. ...
Views: 721 - 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 ...
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