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- Which Antidepressant Is Best For Me - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2007 from Jeffrey WilsonYou are diagnosed with depression and your doctor is suggesting medication, now what? The decision to take antidepressants may seem simple ... you take them and they make you feel better, right? Not necessarily. There is so much more you need to consider before taking that first pill. ...
Views: 899 - TMJ Pain: Is Your Posture to Blame? - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2007 from S. L. SimmonsTMJ stands for temporomandibular joint. Disorders of this joint are often referred to simply as TMJ. It is a simple acronym for a complex, hard to treat health problem. If you have a TMJ disorder you know just how agonizing it can be. The TMJ joint is a ball and socket joint on each side of a ...
Views: 6547 - How to take good care of your nose? - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2007 from alexander chongA patient once had asked to a doctor about what did he need to do to take good care of his nose. The doctor simply and straightforwardly replied to the patient that what was more important was what not to do to your nose. Bad habits such as nose-picking, sniffing, rubbing, blowing the noses hard ...
Views: 3019 - Advantages and disadvantages of Online Counseling - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2007 from mike dionneThis kind of professional assistance is meant to cover some gaps that the traditional counseling might have. First of all, as any online service, it can go with you anywhere you go. Many times, people postpone their asking for help due to lack of time. Either because they have to drive far to ...
Views: 1257 - Panic Attack Treatments Revealed for You - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2007 from aron walladPanic attacks can be alarming. They can happen by chance or after someone is exposed to various events that may prompt a panic attack. They max out in force quickly and leave with or without medical help. For others a panic attack treatment is essential to getting by. What are panic attacks? ...
Views: 923 - How To Prevent And Control Gum Disease - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2007 from Dean CaporellaGum disease has a two-fold effect on your life. Firstly, unchecked, it can cause plenty of pain and discomfort and eventual tooth loss and secondly, it can hurt your hip pocket and cost you thousands of dollars in treatment and maintenance costs. The irony is gum disease doesn't have to be a ...
Views: 800 - Heartburn/Reflux Prevention Tips For Mild Sufferers - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2007 from Dean CaporellaWhy do some people, no matter what they eat, never suffer the pain and discomfort of heartburn and reflux? I marvel and wonder at friends of mine who eat spicy food like it's going out of fashion, consume coffee as if it's about to run out worldwide, and "smoke like trains!" Maybe I'm jealous, ...
Views: 831 - New Drug Rehab Model Used in Second Chance Program in Albuquerque - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2007 from Dalia BraunsteinA new drug rehabilitation program that uses long-term nutritional and sauna-based detoxification – with no alternative drugs – is achieving high success statistics in a prison setting. Run by Rick Pendery, the national executive director of the Second Chance Centers, and Joy Westrum, the ...
Views: 1154 - Have You Been Told That One Leg is Longer Than The Other? - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2007 from Dr. Robert DuvallI remember back in physical therapy school the importance of evaluating and treating people with various problems that were often directly related to poor posture. We remember as children hearing from our mothers and grandmothers to “sit up straight”, or “don’t slouch”. Little did they know that ...
Views: 1207 - Diagnosed With a Herniated Disc? What To Do Next… - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2007 from Dr. Robert DuvallYou’ve probably heard people say they have a "slipped" or "ruptured" disc in the back. Sometimes they complain that their back “went out”. What they’re most likely describing is a herniated disc. This condition is a common source of back and leg pain. Discs are soft cushions found between the ...
Views: 709 - Practical Spirituality--Surviving Prostrate Cancer - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2007 from John GilmorePractical Spirituality--Surviving Prostrate Cancer There’s nothing like discovering that you have cancer, especially if no one in your family ever had it. Cancer is a very dangerous disease, as anyone knows. It is only dangerous on the physical lever, but probably even more devastating on the ...
Views: 1318 - Simple Tips For Preventing Heartburn - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2006 from Dean CaporellaHeartburn affects millions of people worldwide. An interesting debate recently suggested that in many cases, the incidence heartburn could have been lessened if people only took some commonsense precautions. Preventing Heartburn Okay, preventative heartburn measures may not apply so much to ...
Views: 777 - Throw Away Your Pizza Delivery Refrigerator Magnet - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2006 from Karen GatesLast time you opened your door to find food waiting for you what was it? Pizza, brownies from the neighbors, your sweetheart with a box of chocolates? Instead imagine opening the door to a cooler packed with fresh, gourmet food. You might not notice until after you’ve enjoyed every bite of the ...
Views: 888 - 6 Questions and Answers To Help Prepare You to Go through Menopause - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2006 from Patricia WagnerAre you or a loved one approaching the time of life many women fear -- menopause? If so, you probably have questions about this sensitive subject. Here are 6 answers to help you go through menopause as comfortably as possible: 1. Why is menopause a puzzling time of life? Before reaching ...
Views: 981 - Acid Reflux. Will lifestyle change make a difference? - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2006 from Dr. Phil HariramWith major improvement in the understanding, diagnosis and management of acid reflux, family doctors and gastro-enterologists have a greater variety of options for treatment of acid reflux. The acid suppressant drugs available today are extremely effective. Drugs such as omeprazole and other ...
Views: 731 - How to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2006 from Bill SchuchmanHow to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes Great news, Type 2 diabetes is preventable! Studies have shown that people who are overweight and at risk for getting Type 2 diabetes can delay and even prevent getting the disease simply by losing 5 to 10 percent of body weight. A person weighing 200 pounds ...
Views: 770 - Why Omega 3 Fats Are In The News - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2006 from Marcus RyanOmega 3 fatty acids have made it into the medical news headlines many times over the past couple of decades. Why? This is because omega 3 oils have been shown to have some very impressive effects on prevention of heart disease, as well as being linked to lower incidences of depression and ...
Views: 778 - 10 Tips for Weight Loss - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2006 from Scott LarsonLosing weight can be looked at as a series of lifestyle traits that are supported by specific behavioral techniques. Below are 10 traits and techniques that will aid in your weight loss attempt. 1. Track your food intake. Be aware of the nutrients and the energy in the foods you eat. ...
Views: 728(1 vote) - Health & Your Heart - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2006 from Corey TillotsonThe Reactive Society We have automobile insurance to react to the accident, but not ongoing classes and testing to make sure there are safe drivers. We have jail as a reaction to crime, instead of crime prevention. We have doctors who are there after we get sick, after we get cancer, after ...
Views: 572 - The Benefits of Sunlight - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2010 from Darlene TablerDespite what we have been led to believe about sunlight, the right amount of responsible sun bathing can make you happier and healthier. Considering the sun as a friend by using it responsibly can be very beneficial as long as we avoid the damaging effects of chronic exposure. Make sure you ...
Views: 1199 - Knowing the right weight loss program for you - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2006 from Nathalie FisetMost experts in the field of health and nutrition would agree that the last 20 years have been one of the worst times in the history of health and well being because more and more people suffer from world’s largest ‘epidemic’— obesity. Studies also show that the risk factors of obesity also ...
Views: 775 - Knowing Your 5 Primary Senses - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2006 from Luther BurrellHow well do you know your senses? Do you know which of the five primary senses; visual, auditory, tactile, olfactory, taste, is your strongest? Do you maximize this chosen sense to your best advantage in your recreational pastimes? How about in your choice of vocation? Do you choose your ...
Views: 3641 - Weight loss without going under the knife - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2006 from Nathalie FisetLosing those fats can be so easy for people who have the money to spare and the courage to go under the knife. Procedures like liposuction and mesotherapy have gained popularity in recent years because of its really fast results. In no time, one can lose those fats. What people don’t know ...
Views: 904 - Exercise Stops the Need for Plastic Surgery and Injections - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2006 from Cynthia RowlandAlmost every day there is an article written and published about the industry of beauty; the topics vary but you can be assured that Botox and fillers via injections, surgery and procedures will be discussed ad nauseam. These invasive, perilous undertakings entice those who want to look younger ...
Views: 816 - How to avoid losing weight the unhealthy way - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2006 from Nathalie FisetNow, more than ever, people are quite conscious over weight issues because it affects not only a person’s physical appearance but his or her overall outlook in life as well. Seeing how obesity alters health and their social lives, obese or morbidly obese people are now becoming more determined ...
Views: 850 - Resolving issues on fast weight loss - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2006 from Nathalie FisetIn a world where almost everything moves in a fast-paced environment, people no longer pay attention to “slowly-but-surely” strategies. Everybody wants everything in express, fast, easy, hassle-free, and convenient manner. Even in losing weight, people who are suffering from obesity or those who ...
Views: 923 - Five Tips to Help Prevent Back Pain in Office Workers - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2006 from S. L. SimmonsHealth experts estimate that up to 80% of the population in the U.S. will be affected by back pain at some point in their lives. Listed below are some tips to help keep you in the 20% of people with healthy backs. 1. Watch your posture, especially at work. When at your desk, do you keep your ...
Views: 1047 - 7 Surprising Acne Solutions to Try at Home - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2006 from Patricia WagnerIf your appearance is being marred by ugly pimples popping out all over your face, then you are highly motivated to get help and to get it now! Happily, there are a number of acne remedies that are natural that you can use at home. Here is a partial list of simple acne solutions that you might ...
Views: 980 - Real Health is Scientifically Proven - by We often spend so much time coping with problems along our path that we only have a dim or even inaccurate view of what's really important to us.
- Peter Senge
Reality Check #3 The World is Changing so Rapidly, We’re Leaving Our Good Health Behind
Everything has changed.
Our routine way of life ...
Views: 756 - Anxiety and Panic Attacks -- What Has Worked For Me - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2006 from Kathy LoveAnxiety is very wide spread today because of our busy lifestyles and poor eating habits. I myself have struggled with anxiety and panic attacks for about 14 years. I have tried lots of different ways to cope or possibly cure my anxiety and thought I should share a few things that have worked for ...
Views: 791 - How To Cure Your Boils Naturally - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2006 from Kathy LoveBoils are not a pleasant topic, but it is something that most of us will experience at some point in our lives. This article will show how you can cure your boils naturally by using inexpensive natural remedies. What is a boil? Another name used to describe a boil is a skin abscess, but ...
Views: 852 - Are You Getting Enough to Eat? - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2006 from Alice GreeneHas it ever occurred to you that you may not be eating enough food? The average American is under eating, which is a result of frequent dieting, fear of overeating, and busy schedules. This seems a bit bizarre, considering the average American is also overweight. Is there a correlation? I ...
Views: 1328 - What Causes Insomnia and Who Suffers From It? - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2006 from Helene MalmsioIt is commonplace for several people to suffer at least an occasional night of almost non-existent sleep. The causes of insomnia differ from person to person. What made a student insomniac varies from what caused a shift worker or a traveler or an employee to acquire such sleeping disorder. ...
Views: 1442 - Digesting The Often Unpalatable History Of Dieting - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2006 from Malcolm EvansWhen it comes to selling diets, it's always “new”, always “revolutionary” and it is always “the diet to end all diets.” But let's take a close look at the history of dieting because, as that great American man of letters George Santayana said, “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned ...
Views: 939 - You Can Have a Green Ally! - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2006 from Lyn Prowse-BishopHerbal medicine is people's medicine. So why don't more people use it? Because it can seem complicated and scary, for starters. That's the reason I urge you to use herbal medicine simply -- one herb at a time. And that's a good reason to have a green ally: one plant that teaches you the ...
Views: 1144(2 votes) - How Does Being Fit Change Your Life? - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2006 from Alice GreeneWho doesn’t want to be fit and healthy? Probably everyone wants this, but most people I talk to feel it is too hard to achieve or something they just don’t have time to do. They think they have to start out exercising five to six days a week for an hour or more and maintain a rigid diet that ...
Views: 4216 - Six Tips for Quitting Smoking, Once and for All - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2006 from Dada VedaprajinanandaIf you are currently a smoker, quitting the habit could be one of the most important things you will ever do in the next part of your life. In fact, if you quit now, you will most likely be adding seven years to your life. While many people try to quit and fail, it is not an impossible task. ...
Views: 1028 - Learn to Love and Accept Yourself - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2012 from Kristin GerstleyHow many people can actually say that they love and accept themselves just as they are? Learning to love yourself is quite possibly one of the hardest things to accomplish in your life. And that is when there is nothing wrong with you. Imagine having an eating disorder. It is even harder ...
Views: 1686 - Your Fat Cells Are Listening - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2006 from Joseph MercolaBy Carol Tuttle Carol Tuttle is a Master Energy Therapist and the author of the best-selling book, Remembering Wholeness: A Personal Handbook for Thriving in the 21st Century. At a quantum level, we are all just big bundles of energy. Our thoughts are energy, our words are energy, and our ...
Views: 1498 - Everything You've Been Told About Exercise Might be Wrong - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2006 from Joseph MercolaBy Ryan Lee Ok, you've probably heard by now exercise is good for you. I'm not going to spend time going over all of the benefits-- I want to cut to the chase. (Update! Dr. Mercola recently mentioned exercise can slash your risk of cancer.) So if exercise is so good for you, why isn't everyone ...
Views: 1662 - Don't Worry Be Tired - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2006 from Ron McCluskeyAs an emergency room physician, I've had my share of sleepless nights. Trying to get to sleep knowing you will have to get up in thirty minutes to read x-rays and interpret laboratory resorts makes it hard to relax and get to sleep. So, how do you get to sleep when you just get more and more ...
Views: 660 - Is Splenda in Your Drug? - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2006 from Joseph MercolaEightpercent of the artificial sweetener Splenda is currently sold to pharmaceutical companies for over-the-counter cold remedies, lozenges and vitamins sold in America. Tate & Lyle, Splenda's manufacturers, hopes to replicate their success in this product area in Europe. Increased ...
Views: 1121 - Can music really reduce STRESS? - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2006 from Paul ShearstoneOne need not know how to read or write music to understand and appreciate it or comprehend its unmistakable beauty and therapeutic benefits… Paul Shearstone 2002 ………………… In my research to find more ways to promote better health by relieving tension and stress, I happened on to a tape that spoke ...
Views: 1173(1 vote) - The Science Behind Losing Weight on a High-Protein Diet - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2006 from Joseph MercolaA brain signal system that controls appetite responds to specific amino acids found in meat. This discovery could lead to new weight-loss techniques. Leucine Animals injected with the amino acid leucine ate 20 percent less food the following day, and only gained a third of the weight of their ...
Views: 1185 - Quit Smoking the Easy Way - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2006 from Roger LeBlancSmoking can and does kill many people every year. Why do people still smoke? Besides being the cause of lung cancer - a killer disease, smoking is also becoming more and more cost prohibitive! At $4.00 + per pack, a two pack a day habit amounts to 4 x 2 x 365 = $2,920.00 per year! Yet, the money ...
Views: 780 - Personal Hygiene - by Submitted on May 31, 2006 from Samuel LarteyIn March 2006, I had the opportunity of changing job. On arrival at the new job, and on the usual welcome rounds I met a colleague from my previous organisation who has also been taken on. He was been introduced as the Managing Director. My first question was what a small world. I shook ...
Views: 767 - With Warmer Weather Comes The Sun Debate - by Submitted on May 31, 2006 from Joseph MercolaThis USA Today article covers both sides in the ongoing debate over whether sun exposure is healthy or harmful. Contradictory Messages At the same time as new studies suggest that vitamin D can reduce the risk of diabetes and cancer, a class-action lawsuit has been filed against sunscreen ...
Views: 1140 - Another Antibiotic Exits the Consumer Marketplace - by Submitted on May 31, 2006 from Joseph MercolaTequin, an antibiotic which can cause serious blood sugar complications, is being pulled from the market by manufacturer Bristol-Myers Squibb. Increased Warnings In February of this year, the U.S. FDA required increased warnings on the label of the drug. It is most dangerous to diabetics, the ...
Views: 1125 - Atkins Wasn't Right About Carb Restriction - by Submitted on May 30, 2006 from Joseph MercolaA study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition demonstrates that the complete, ketone-producing carb restrictions popularized by Dr. Robert Atkins in his weight-loss program are not necessary for weight loss. Other Diets Just as Effective Severe carb restrictions cause the formation of ...
Views: 1125 - Tea Tree Oil and a Whole Foods Diet: A Complete Cure for Chronic Conditions - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2012 from Kathryn BeachTea tree oil has various uses in first aid treatments because of its triple antibiotic features: it's an antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-fungal agent. The oil's first aid uses are fairly straightforward because we all know what to expect from a first aid treatment: we know we can use a first ...
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