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Tips to Healthier Living By : Shannon Kadlec Here are tips on diet and exercise that will help you to avoid illness and enjoy your life. You Only Get One Body, Take Care of It! By : Dada Vedaprajinananda This article reveals the secrets to a long,healthy and happy life. 5000 Year-Old Medical Secret Unearthed! By : jamie When you get sick, you go to the doctor. And the doctor will, of course, prescribe medicines. You will go and buy medicines. You take them, and hopefully, you get well. This is how the health profession goes on nowadays – a cycle of diagnosis and prescription. INDUSTRIAL HEMP (Cannabis sativa) Part 2 By : Coffee Man Canadian Regulations How to Make Healthy Food Choices! By : Hans Hasselfors It’s Thursday afternoon, you have thirty minutes to get from work, go by the house and pickup Heath, Jamie’s already at basketball practice, oh, and what about dinner? Does this scenario seem familiar? If you’re a working Mom, I can promise that it is a familiar scene. Acne: Fact and Fiction By : Jack Smith Myths about acne die hard. Old wives’ tales about its causes continue to persist, in spite of scientific condition to the contrary. This article aims to shed light on some common myths about acne and attempts to separate fact from fiction. Tips for Keeping Acne at Bay By : Jack Smith The severity of acne varies from person to person. Some may experience only a mild outbreak during adolescence while many people have to deal with a severe outbreak in their later years, when one thought acne was least likely to occur. These skin care tips are common for all skin types and all forms of acne. What is Acne? By : Jack Smith Acne is an eruptive skin disease. It is essentially a disorder of the sebaceous glands around hair follicles. Sebaceous glands secrete sebum, a substance made up of fat and fragments of dead fat producing cells. Who Gets Acne? By : Jack Smith All of us are prone to getting acne at some stage of our lives, especially during puberty. Acne is usually a result of over stimulated hormonal activity which cases the oil producing glands, or the sebaceous glands to produce more oil than necessary. INDUSTRIAL HEMP (Cannabis sativa) Part 1 By : Coffee Man A OLD/NEW CROP WITH A NEW INDUSTRY FOR ONTARIO by Gordon Scheifele, MSc President, Ontario Hemp Alliance Drug Rehab - The Basics By : Bart Samuri Drug and alcohol addiction is a disease where the individual suffering will need to detox or enter into rehab to recover. Addiction cannot be cured, so the individual might have craving’s their whole lives, but the addict can still live a happy, healthy life if they abstain from the substance. A Brief History of Heroin in America By : Jack Smith In the late 1800’s, opium was a popular, commonly available drug. Drug users frequented opium dens which dotted the ‘Wild West’ region of America. It was smuggled in and sold by Chinese immigrants who came here to work on the railroads. Coping With An Addiction By : Jack Smith It is most important to stay motivated during the process of recovery. It helps to make a list of benefits, or advantages of quitting the addictive behavior. These should be benefits that are very valuable to you – valuable enough to turn your back on the addiction. Setbacks will occur and should be viewed as opportunities to learn. Effects of Cocaine By : Jack Smith Cocaine has enormously devastating side effects which can eventually be fatal. It acts extremely rapidly and its short term side effects can even be experienced by a person who has used it just once. Heroin Addiction - The Basics By : Jack Smith Heroin is a highly addictive, illegal drug. It among the most abused and fastest acting of the opiates (opiates, also called narcotics, are a family of drugs which are used in the medical profession to relieve pain, but are also highly abused due to this very property). History of Cocaine By : Jack Smith Extraction of pure cocaine was first done from the leaf of the Erythroxylon coca bush, which is found mainly in the high mountain ranges of Peru and Bolivia, in the mid nineteenth century. The natives of this region used the coca leaves as a stimulant. Hydrocodone Addiction – A Rising Crisis By : Jack Smith Commonly prescribed for its effectiveness as an analgesic or pain reliever, addiction to hydrocodone is today being viewed as a mounting crisis. While addiction to illicit drugs, like cocaine, marijuana and heroin that claim national headlines ever so often, is widely talked about, we scarcely know about hydrocodone abuse and addiction. Hydrocodone Addiction By : Jack Smith Do you feel anxious about getting your prescription filled before it runs out? Do you need to take more pills than before to achieve the effect you desire? Do you get your prescriptions from many doctors? Perhaps you are, like many others, a sufferer of a drug addiction. Physical Effects of Withdrawal From Tobacco By : Jack Smith The most commonly felt effects of physical withdrawal from tobacco smoking are feelings of anger, depression, anxiety and restlessness. A chain smoker’s body experiences sharply rising and falling levels of nicotine on a daily basis. Reasons to Quit Smoking By : Jack Smith Reduced risk of cancer - Increased risk of lung disease - Heart disease - Makes you look bad! - Risks for women - Shorter Life - It’s expensive! - Concern for others What is an Addiction? By : Jack Smith We are addicted to a substance or an activity when we repeatedly crave for it and would go to great lengths (often even detrimental to our well being) to obtain or experience it. Addictions can be to substances such as alcohol and drugs or even to activities such as gambling and sex. Air Pollution – A Distressing Reality By : Jack Smith Today, air pollution has become a distressing reality in most parts of the world. Ecologists never tire to remind us about the need to maintain the delicate environmental balance between humans and plants to ensure the healthy survival of the human species. Air Purifiers and Asthma By : Jack Smith If you are a sufferer of asthma or any serious allergies, at some point you must have considered or been approached by a salesman to buy an air purifier. These gadgets are meant to alleviate the problems of air pollution faced by asthma patients. What are Allergies? By : Jack Smith Considered as one of the major disabling illnesses, allergies afflict more than 40 million people in the in United States alone. As you know, our immune system protects our body from all types of foreign substances and dangerous microorganisms, called antigens, like viruses, bacteria etc. Allergy Relief - 101 By : Jack Smith An article outlining the types of allergens and then effective ways to deal with them. Allergens such as mold and mildew, cat and dog hair, pollen, and dust mite are revealed. What Anesthesia’s Are Used in Dental Surgery? By : Bart Samuri When undergoing dental surgery, one is usually placed under anesthesia. Going under such drugs can cause fear in some people, however, they are usually quite safe as long as you let you’re dentist know of any medications or health problems you have. Being a Blood Donor By : Bart Samuri Before you can give blood, you will be given a screening test. The screening test will help indicate if you are healthy, and include measurements of your pulse, temperature blood pressure and iron levels. Does Your Body Need Vitamins? By : Hans Hasselfors Why bother taking vitamins at all? Our forefathers survived just fine without multi vitamin packs, why can't we? The answer to that question is easy, go look in your cupboards. Our forefathers ate a lot better than we do. High processed, homogenized, pasteurized, canned and prepackaged fast food means less chance of natural occurring vitamins surviving for any length of time. What Is Anxiety And How To Treat It By : Frank Hague There are several subgroups of Anxiety Disorders, with different causes and treatement. Anxiety disorders are a serious social and financial concern to American business, since they cost the country more than $42 billion a year in healthcare costs and lost productivity, according to "The Economic Burden of Anxiety Disorders," a study published in the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry. More than $22.84 billion is spent on healthcare services, as those with anxiety disorders... Health Benefits Of Foot Massage By : Caroline Colby Massage of any kind is relaxing and promotes a feeling of calmness. To many health practitioners, in fact, foot massage has been known to be good for health and well-being. Foot massage is common throughout the east as a healing method. In the east, foot massage is not only practiced on adults but on children as well. Foot massage or reflexology works in the same manner as acupuncture. Each area of the foot corresponds with another area of the body and by massaging each p... Diagnosing Crohn's Disease - How To Get A Diagnosis By : Sarah K. Jenkins Diagnosing Crohn’s Disease is often a difficult process. Because it mimics other diseases, Crohn’s may appear to be a myriad of other ailments. Likewise, the symptoms experienced vary from patient to patient, so there are no set guidelines to follow or sings that intrinsically point to Crohn’s. There is not a single to test to establish the existence of Crohn’s Disease definitively. However, there are several procedures that are done to ascertain if Crohn’s, as well as oth... Types Of Crohn's Disease By : Sarah K. Jenkins Crohn’s Disease, unlike ulcerative colitis, may affect any region of the digestive system. From the mouth to the anus, depending on which area of the body is affected, there are different types of Crohn’s Disease. Each encompasses slightly different symptoms and varies in intensity. You should be familiar with the various forms as your doctor may refer to your condition as one of the following five types of Crohn’s Disease. The most common type of Crohn’s is Ileocolitis, w... Why do you need fibers in your diet plan? By : Galia Ivanova In this article you will find some interesting facts about the magic weight loss fibers and the fiber-rich foods. You will learn about the beneficial effects they have over your body, and how fibers are related to weight loss. Stress – The Silent Killer. Part 1 By : Ron Goodwsen - Imagine Me Media Learn to recognise the signs before you end up in a crumpled heap! Stress - it’s part of life isn’t it? Stress is good! We subject ourselves to stress all the time, we need some stress, at work and in our daily lives. Without pressure and stress we would simply get nothing done, we wouldn’t achieve anything! Stress is a positive force when it invigorates your life and enables you to realise your dreams. So, the more, the better then? Well, think about it for a moment... Complications That Can Arise From Crohn's Disease By : Sarah K. Jenkins Crohn’s Disease is a painful and arduous disorder in itself; however, when you also take into consideration the complications that may arise as a result, the full effect of Crohn’s may be overwhelming. The most common complication that arises from Crohn’s is, due to excessive inflammation, swelling, and scar tissue, blockages or obstructions that occur throughout the digestive tract. As the walls of the bowel thicken, the intestinal passages become significantly narrower a... An Overview of Dietary Supplements By : Jack Smith How many times have you almost clicked on that pop-up Internet ad to buy a supplement that promises to give you relief from your agonizing asthma symptoms or one that will endow your skin with a healthy glow? The Newbie’s guide to Minerals By : Jack Smith Without minerals, vitamins are literally worthless. Our body is unable to process vitamins without the help of minerals. Minerals are inorganic compounds which are essential for the structural composition of hard and soft tissue, like our teeth, bones, muscles and even blood and nerve cells. Types of Vitamins and Their Purpose By : Jack Smith There are 13 different types of vitamins that have been identified, that are necessary for our body’s well being and health. Each of them has a specific function, and a deficiency in any one can cause a health problem or a dysfunction of a body part or organ. Causes of GERD By : Jack Smith A number of conditions are believed to cause GERD. Different conditions may be active in different individuals, or even the same individual at different times. Chief among these are: Skin Whitening Zeal - The Fight Against Black Enzyme By : Debra In recent years, skin whitening has grown to become one of the most crucial segment in daily grooming. Instead of blindly following the hype in the pursuit of fair skin, it is perhaps time for consumers to take a step back and educate themselves on the essentials of a suitable skin lightening regimen. Living with GERD By : Jack Smith Although GERD is a life-long condition, it is possible to live comfortably in spite of it. It only requires a little effort and persistence on the part of the patient. It is very important not to ignore it. Symptoms of GERD By : Jack Smith Nerve fibers in the esophagus get stimulated when there is a backward movement of acid from the stomach to the esophagus, popularly known as acid reflux. The most common result of this phenomenon is heartburn, a pain that most patients of GERD have experienced. Treatment of GERD By : Jack Smith As mentioned before, reflux is more troublesome at night when the individual is lying down. Relief can be provided by elevating the patient’s upper body at night. This can be done by putting blocks under the bed’s feet on the head side. Also, reflux has been observed to occur less frequently when the patient lies on his left side rather than on the right. What is GERD? By : Jack Smith Gastroesophageal (pronounced: gas-tro-ih-sah-fuh-jee-ul) reflux disease is a condition in which acid from the stomach regurgitates or refluxes into the esophagus. Understanding Acid And Alkaline PH By : Dee Cohen The notion of acid and alkaline is one of the most misunderstood concepts in nutrition. It is commonly referred to as terrain medicine, a reference to treating the whole individual. It has been established that PH in the blood, saliva, urine, and other areas is a critical factor for building health. How can you determine an acid or alkaline condition? Blood work, saliva tests, hair analysis, muscle resistance and urine are just some of the tests being recommended by c... Stress – The Silent Killer … Part 2 By : Ron Goodwsen - Imagine Me Media The 10 point plan for Stress Reduction Ok … So we’ve recognized the signs and it’s official, we’re stressed! Stress affects the whole person - body, mind, feelings, and behavior, and just as symptoms can take many forms, so there are many simple actions that you can take to relieve these symptoms. Learn to Relax Imagine… having relief on tap - something you could experience whenever you need it, something that would remove all the stress from your body and return... Condoms - Lubricated, flavored, ribbed are all a big improvement on sheepskin or pigs bladders By : Feckel 3 Why are condoms so popular amongst young lovers? When was the condom invented? How DO you use a condom for maximum effectiveness? 10 Steps To Look Younger By : Riana Lance The secret of the youth has been searched since long time ago. Many researchers have done some experiments to find ways to slow down the aging process. There are some techniques which have been implemented, but the most important things for us to do are being consistent in implementing healthy lifestyle and eating habits. We can’t stop the natural change, but we can still look younger if we want to work hard to slow down the aging process. Therefore, I’m going to he... Concert Tickets By : Feckel 3 How to buy concert tickets. Where to buy concert tickets. Grey market tickets. Contact Lenses - Once tried, no going back By : Feckel 3 Different kinds of contacts, including 24/7 lenses you can sleep in (Better dreams?!) Cosmetic and special effects contacts for those special occasions when you want to be catty maybe. Tips For Finding Professionals Who Understand Adult ADD By : Tara McGillicuddy One of the biggest concerns that I hear from adults with ADD is that they can't find a professional who really understands adult ADD. Many people begin with their primary care physician or go through their insurance company to try to get evaluated and/or treated for adult ADD. Some very lucky people do find great professionals on their first try but the majority of people sadly do not. Instead they become even more frustrated which often leads to them not getting any help for... Taking Care Of Inner Health By : David McCarthy Taking Care of Inner Health 1. Inner health is a very important subject because 95% of life threatening diseases starts inside our bodies where we can’t see what is happening. By ignoring symptoms we often allow the problem to increase until treatment becomes difficult or, in the worst cases, impossible. It is also true that one hour of prevention is far better than one year of treatment. In this article we will look at the main source of “body fuel” – the food that we eat... What are the Best Hair Loss Products Available Today? By : Nowadays hair loss is a very common problem not only among males but among females too. Hair loss is a source of great anxiety for many, directly affecting their self-confidence and causing feelings of mental and emotional humiliation. With such a high level of anxiety among hair loss sufferers, it is only natural that the hair loss market be filled with a wide selection of effective and not so effective hair loss products. Tips For Finding Professionals Who Understand Adult ADD By : Tara McGillicuddy One of the biggest concerns that I hear from adults with ADD is that they can't find a professional who really understands adult ADD. Many people begin with their primary care physician or go through their insurance company to try to get evaluated and/or treated for adult ADD. Some very lucky people do find great professionals on their first try but the majority of people sadly do not. Instead they become even more frustrated which often leads to them not getting any help for... An African Bush Doctor's Prescription For Better Health By : Christopher Ricardo Scipio Bush Medicine is traditional herbal medicine- the oldest system of healing in the world. Bush medicine started in Africa about 30,000 years ago. In the African-Caribbean culture plants are referred to as “Bush” such as “fever bush” or “toothache bush and are revered for their healing and spiritual properties”. Every culture in world practiced and still practices bush medicine to treat the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual problems of the people. Today 70% of the world... Essential Oils For Home Care By : Misty Rae Cech, ND Essential oils provide a fantastic natural alternative to common ailments we see at home. The actions of essential oils are broad, ranging from topical antiseptics and anti-inflammatories to analgesics, digestive system tonics, and anti-depressants. While essential oils should not be a substitute for professional medical care, they can be successfully employed for many minor complaints, and as adjuncts to other therapies. Here we will have a brief look at ten essential oil... Taking Care Of Inner Health 2. By : David McCarthy Taking Care of Your Inner Health 2. The first of these two Inner Health articles dealt with diet, healthy eating and exercise habits. This article deals with hygiene and avoiding the dreaded “tummy bugs.” Poor hygiene can lead to food poisoning and gastro-enteritis. The biggest cause of food poisoning is transmitted from the hands of people who do not thoroughly wash them after visiting the toilet. A few weeks ago, when I first started planning these articles I decided... Living With A Food Allergy By : Joe Goertz Living with a food allergy can be a daunting experience. Many people have a food allergy which ranges from mild to severe. There are people who experience a light red rash after eating something they are allergic to while others can face death if they even touch the food that causes their allergy. A very common type of food allergy is to eggs. Many children develop this food allergy when they are infants. The parents have to be conscious of each and everything the child c... The Signs Of Multiple Sclerosis By : Paolo Basauri Multiple Sclerosis is an inflammatory disease of the Central Nervous System which consist of the brain and spinal cord. It is also called the disease of the “white matter” tissue. White matter consists of nerve fibers which are responsible for transmitting communication signals both internally within the CNS and between the CNS and the nerves supplying the rest of the body. Multiple Sclerosis can be very slow in destroying your CNS, which is why it makes it hard to characteri... How Stress Effects Your Body And Brain And What To Do About It. By : Maria Llorente Which of these is stress? • You receive a promotion at work. • Your car has a flat tire. • You go to a fun party that lasts till 6:00 a.m. • Your dog gets sick. • Your new bedroom set is being delivered. • Your best friend and his wife come to stay at your house for a week. • You get a bad case of hay fever. • All of the above. ALL OF THESE ARE STRESS. If you are used to thinking that stress is something that makes you worry, you have the wrong idea of stress.... A Look at Health! By : Jack Smith Its true many illnesses are unavoidable, yet it is clear that each person has the power to improve his or her own health and well being. Vitamins Nutrition Supplements - Are They Really Needed? By : Olinda Rola Are vitamins nutrition supplements really needed? Vitamins nutrition supplements should be considered nutritional substances that provide health benefits. Ideally, these benefits will have been proven by clinical studies. What we consume each day is important, and eating a balanced diet makes sense. Assuming that happens on a regular basis, one problem today is that nutrient values of foods have been declining for decades due to soil depletion. And as for what we eat, for ... Teeth Whitening Products – A True Love Story By : Paton Jackson There were so many teeth whitening products found in the dental aisle at the local grocery store, that Jonathan could not decide which one was best for him. All he wanted was to finally have white teeth, but after looking around he could not decide exactly how much should a bright smile cost. There was a diverse amount of teeth whitening products on both sides of him, and the shelves were absolutely packed with gels, toothpastes and creams that all touted themselves as the ab... Teeth Whitening Products Origins - Beverly Hills Teeth Whitening By : Paton Jackson Beverly Hills teeth whitening has become the nation’s way of dealing with the horrible consequence of yellow teeth. Teeth whitening products have arisen that use many different methods to achieve a brilliant and bright smile. Intelligent and science driven teeth whitening products and services have been created to alleviate the stress and low-esteem that can be caused from an unattractive or unhealthy looking smile. The professional teeth whitening systems of Beverly Hills... Ten Tips For A Natural Immune System Boost By : Michael Brooks Cold and flu season is upon us. The first line of defense is to wash your hands often, and keep your work area clean by wiping it down with an alcohol solution. In addition, now is a great time to start boosting your immune system. A weakened immune system leaves your body susceptible to every cold and flu virus, especially during the holiday season when you are in close contact with others, often moving between time zones and changing climates. So, how exactly do you g... Making a living - Working at home By : Hans Hasselfors Working at home has been a dream of many that goes back many years. Staying at home and enjoying watching the kids grow up is a goal worth fighting for. Hemp and Marijuana - ELIMINATING THE CONFUSION By : Coffee Man ELIMINATING THE CONFUSION Health Benefits Of Carrot Juice By : Kevin Pederson Carrot juice has a number of health benefits. The carrot provides what is certainly the most important basic juice. The yellow color is due to carotene. Another name for this form of carotene, the transform, is pro vitamin A. Many authors write that carrots contain a lot of vitamin A. This is not actually true; what the carrot does contain is the pro vitamin. That means a substance that is converted by the body into the vitamin itself. Carrot juice plays the most importan... Emotional Stress And Crohn's Disease - How They Relate By : Sarah K. Jenkins For years, many people have argued that forms of Inflammatory Bowel Disease, including Crohn’s Disease, is caused by emotional stress, tension, and anxiety; this, however, is completely inaccurate. While there may be links to emotional stress and Crohn’s Disease, it is not a cause of the disorder. A common misconception is that Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is the same thing as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). However, these differ considerably. IBD causes inflammation o... The Ethics Of A Life-Long Herpes Infection By : Christopher Scipio The Ethics of a Life-long Herpes Infection From day one my own personal life-long herpes infection has presented me with several ethical challenges. It has challenged me on the question of who to tell and when. It has challenged me on the issue of what to say and how to others with herpes. It has challenged me on the question of "Do I have any responsibilities towards trying to prevent the people in the community who do not herpes from getting it, and if so what are they"?... Why Everyone Needs A Blood Test For Herpes By : Christopher Scipio I have herpes, don’t you? You don’t? Are you sure? I wouldn’t be so sure if I were you. Unless you have had a recent type-specific blood test to test for the presence of herpes simplex antibodies you cannot say with any certainty that you don’t have herpes. You think that only 20% of the population has herpes? Think again. You may have heard that one out of every five people has herpes, but that number is untrue and a distortion of the facts. The truth is... The Demonization Of Genital Herpes By : Christopher Scipio Those of us who have so-called “genital herpes” are caught between a rock and a hard place. On one hand we are ostracized by the minority of the population (about 40%) who don’t currently have herpes simplex in their body, which is bad enough, but more cruelly we are often isolated by our fellow members of the herpes community who have so-called cold sores (heroes simplex 1 of the mouth and face). Frankly the lack of support form the majority of population who has cold sores ... Teeth - Your options with dentists and orthodontists. By : Ventura An overview of dental care options including braces and other orthodontal work. Drug Rehabilitation - No easy options By : Ventura The addict has to be the person who decides to have treatment. If relatives put their loved one in a rehab center without the addict's cooperation he or she will go back to drugs within weeks of coming out. It is an expensive option, but really the only one. The money is going to be wasted though, unless the addict is a willing patient. Healthy Eating And Good Nutrition In 4 Easy Steps By : Ryan Cote Good nutrition is critical to a healthy lifestyle, yet there is so much information out there, most people do not have a clear understanding as to what they should and should not be eating. This article will simplify things. Step 1: No more will you eat three big meals during the course of the day. To optimize your metabolism and your digestive system, break the day down with five to six small and nutritious meals. We will cover what these meals should be in a second. W... Health Benefits Of Nettle By : Kevin Pederson The stinging nettle (which is called ortie in France and Brennessel in Germany) was said to be introduced into Britain by Caesar's soldiers. They sowed it along the sides of the great straight roads; both the roads and the nettles survive. At the end of a day's march the cooler climate of England and the weary miles made their legs ache. They would gather the nettles and beat each other with them so warming the affected parts. Really an embrocate for the strong. Culpeper s... Nitrous oxide - Laughing gas uses in modern society By : Ventura Laughing gas, nitrous oxide used to be routinely given as a dental anaesthetic. This is no longer the case. Why not? What else is nitrous oxide used for? Low Testosterone And Headaches/ Migraines? By : Pieternel Van Giersbergen As a registered nurse I attend many classes, and recently had a small revelation about the relationship between age and the incidence of migraines headaches. Our teacher said that migraines headaches hardly ever appear after the age of 55, and that migraines headaches are related to hormones and hormone change. I found this remarkable, since in my many years in the ER I had in fact seen lots of younger men and women with migraines headacnes, but never older men or women. But ... Why Should You Have Blue Cross? By : J Schipper About The Blue Cross Blue Cross was started in 1929 by Justin Ford Kimball, at Baylor University in Dallas, Texas. It was developed to guarantee teachers 21 days of hospital care for $6 a year. Later on the plan was enlarged to other people in the Dallas area and then throughout the country. In 1939 the term Blue Cross was used to include other plans as well. Blue Cross is a name used by an association of health insurance plans throughout the United States. It was de... How To Find Out If Your Diet Is Healthy Enough By : Rene Graeber Everyone wants to eat a healthier diet, but it can sometimes be difficult to know if your diet is healthy enough. There are a number of factors that go into creating a healthy diet, and it is important to evaluate the current state of your diet before embarking on a plan for healthier eating. There are several questions you should ask yourself when evaluating the healthiness (or lack thereof) of your current eating plan! Do I eat a wide variety of foods? Variety i... What Causes Osteoporosis? By : Gray Rollins According to the U.S. News & World Report Health Center, “Osteoporosis is a disease in which bones become fragile and more likely to break. Literally meaning ‘porous bone,’ it results in an increased loss of bone mass and strength.” Osteoporosis debilitates millions of people every year, but there is good news – prevention is possible! The skeletal structure of the body provides support for our muscles and protection for our vital organs; our bones are also a storehouse of... Contact Lenses And Why We Wear Them By : J Schipper We wear contact lenses mainly because we are vain. But, they come in handy for any kind of sports, people even wear them while swimming although you have to watch they don't float out. The Inventor of the contact lens concept was Leonardo da Vinci in 1508,who sketched and described several forms of contact lenses. Hard contact lenses Hard contact lenses are manufactured from a rigid material, PolyMethylMethacrylate (PMMA). This substance is also combined with othe... Are There Safe Cigarettes? By : J Schipper Tobacco was initially used by pre-Columbian Native Americans, who smoked it in pipes and even used it for hallucinogenic purposes in shamanic rituals. Christopher Columbus was given tobacco by natives and introduced it Europe when he returned from North America. However, tobacco did not become widely used in Europe until the middle of the 16th century, when explorers and diplomats such as France's Jean Nicot (for whom nicotine was named) popularized its use. Tobacco wa... Dental Treatment By : Joseph Kenny There are not many people who would admit to enjoying a visit to the dentist. The trip often leads to considerable pain or at least discomfort. You are never really sure what is going to be involved and how much treatment you will need. You don’t know how much it is going to cost, unless you have dental insurance, in which case you don’t need to worry about this. But generally speaking, most people do not enjoy visiting their dentist. In many ways we’re much like children.... Alcohol Abuse Effects - 5 Physical Effects Of Alcohol Abuse By : Olinda Rola Alcohol abuse effects can be far-reaching and devastating. The effects of alcohol abuse not only have consequences for the drinker but those around her or him as well. Alcohol abuse effects can be both psychological and physical. Alcohol consumption causes changes in behavior. The physical effects of alcohol abuse can be experienced with as little as one or two drinks. Impaired judgment and coordination needed to operate a car safely may result in the drinker having an accide... Canine Hydrotherapy: Choosing The Right Therapist By : Peter Goldberg Dogs are like people in so many ways: they need to be touched, loved, and appreciated; they need exercise, proper nutrition, and good care; and sometimes they get the same diseases, like arthritis. It's been found that one of the best treatments for humans suffering from arthritis is hydrotherapy. Getting Started With Aromatherapy - Easy Ways To Enjoy Essential Oils By : Misty Rae Cech, ND Getting Started with Aromatherapy Beginning 'bona fide' aromatherapy, beyond burning a scented candle or soaking with a pleasing pre-packaged bath salt blend, can be a little daunting to many people. All those little bottles of pricey liquids, electric contraptions, and fancy-sounding blends - how does one actually use essential oils to improve their health, happiness and well-being? It's easier than one might think - getting started can open a whole new world of fun and e... Symptoms of Mesothelioma By : Hans Hasselfors The term “Mesothelioma” in medical terms is defined as form of cancer that proliferates at a very fast rate after it has been diagnosed, which affects the mesothelial cells in the body. Treatment of Diabetes By : Hans Hasselfors Now a day’s diabetes treatment has become a common disease among people. It is caused due to mismanagement of carbohydrate metabolism inside the body. 7 Reasons Why Your Muscles Stop Growing. How To Get Muscle To Grow Again By : Chris Chew Have ever wondered why your muscles stopped growing after a few months of training even though you are training very hard? Here are 7 reasons why your muscles stopped growing and how to get your muscle to grow again. • You are training too hard – Every time when you train your muscles intensely, you are actually breaking down your muscles. So your muscles need to recover from the damages you inflicted on them. So train each muscle group only once or at most twice a week. ... The Politics Of Massage: Alternative Treatment Or Mainstream Therapy? By : Terry McDermott I tend to view massage therapy independently of broader categories of therapy, healing or other restorative practices or systems. I am inclined to do this because I am cautious about allowing massage to be classified as a traditional therapy versus an alternative therapy. There are many practitioners who cringe when they see massage therapy lumped in with “alternative” practices such as acupuncture, chiropractic or naturopathic health. To some these smack of quackery, fake... Maintaining An Allergy Free Environment Using Air Filters By : Kathryn Whittaker If you have allergies caused by substances and microorganisms in the air, air filters are the solution to your needs. Allergy sufferers will want to grab the product which will improve their suffering. If you are allergic to airborne substances and microorganisms like dust mites or pollen, using an air purifier or an air filter can help you. But, the degree of relief depends upon many other factors that are under your control. One type of air filter is the ionic air purif... What Are The Symptoms Of ADD? By : Sarah K. Jenkins Many people assume a child with ADD will run screaming like a wild banshee through the supermarket, school, or any other inappropriate place they happen to be in; however, that is rarely the case. The term “hyperactive” and ADD are sometimes used interchangeably, but this is not accurate. The true symptoms of ADD may be less obvious than that of the tantrum-thrower in the mall. Attention Deficit Disorder most often makes itself apparent as extreme inattentiveness. While mo... What Is ADD? By : Sarah K. Jenkins Attention Deficit Disorder, commonly referred to as ADD, is sometimes thought to be an epidemic among today’s children. Actually only occurring in 3% to 5% of children, ADD can be a difficult disorder for children and parents to deal with. For years, physicians and specialists have been unable to supply an exact cause of ADD – only that it is a disorder that is represented by symptoms of inattention, impulsive behavior, and sometimes hyperactivity. However, in the last few... Arthritis Diet - Relieve Your Pain By : Hans Hasselfors People who suffer from arthritis are always looking for ways to relieve their pain. One way to ease or even prevent it is through an arthritis diet. There are some arthritis diets that some people will swear by, but have never been proven to make a difference. There are some diets that make a definite difference according to health experts. Health & Safety - An overview By : Ventura Workplace fatalities and other accidents are falling, largely through the introduction of Health & Safety laws. The article gives a brief resume of management and employee responsibilities under these laws and looks at areas that are still contentious. Ways To Deal With Hair Loss By : Charles Mohaney A great many people suffer from hair loss problems during their lives, and suffering from thinning hair – particularly at an earlier age – can prove very stressful and traumatic. We often associate hair loss with old age, but the truth is that there are many causes of this problem and it can affect anyone and at any age. From small bald spots to high level loss of hair, different people can be affected in different ways, often depending on the cause of the problem. Thankfully... Super Healthy Diet Plan! By : Hans Hasselfors Get ready to lose 10 pounds! By paying attention to the amount of food you eat, eliminating unnecessary sugar and fat from your foods and making sure you include absolutely delicious meals and snacks to keep your taste buds happy. Four Creative Steps To Healing By : Laura Turner Ever have the feeling that dis-ease was controlling your life? Perhaps it's not even a chronic illness. Do you harbor anger? Resentment? Frustration? Maybe it's just me and I'm talking to myself, but I've let all of these rule my life at some point. Therefore, in this short article, I thought we'd take a look at "Four Creative Steps To Healing." From it, I hope you'll gain insight into yourself, your behaviors and perhaps the way you deposit or withdraw from your own heal... Water Filters and Purifiers – What are the health benefits? By : Paul MacIver A water filter or water purifier is very beneficial for healthy living. Ordinary water contains numerous contaminants including bacteria, algae, viruses, fungi, minerals, and man-made chemical pollutants that cannot be seen with the naked eye. These contaminants not only cause the water to taste bad, but are also very harmful to your health.
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