Chinese herbs are in a separate category of medicines altogether, and rightfully so. They can strengthen the immune system, inhibit the growth of tumors, manage blood pressure and increase sexuality – indeed, the range is very wide. There are numerous … Continue reading →
Home remedies and homeopathic medicine have gained in popularity over the years as an alternative to prescription drugs. Many people are not aware that there are also home remedies available to lower your blood pressure. What is nice about a … Continue reading →
Let’s start with this very important rule: NEVER OVERDO THE FIRST FEW SESSIONS. Many beginners to exercising fall for this trap, especially when they do not have qualified trainers with them. They get overly excited and lose patience. They try … Continue reading →
Depression is an illness and needs to be acknowledged as such. It is not a reason to be ashamed. The reason so many people fail to seek help for their depression is that they are ashamed. Unfortunately, this is one … Continue reading →
Bad breath, also known as Halitosis in medical terminology, is an unpleasant odor that exits the mouth while breathing. This occurrence can be both embarrassing and troubling to many who suffer from the airborne nuisance. There are different types of … Continue reading →
Eczema is an inflammation of the skin frequently seen in association with allergic conditions such as asthma and hay fever. The parts affected by eczema, develop lesions which will often appear as patches, blisters and/or scratches. The areas affected by … Continue reading →
Green Tea has long been valued in China for its contribution to good health. Popularity of green tea in the United States continues to grow, showing that green tea is a natural source of antioxidants. These antioxidants help protect the … Continue reading →
People have been collecting herbs to use as medicine for centuries. Many doctors claim, however, that taking herbs in place of your prescribed medication is not recommended. There has been a vast amount of information and testing with regard to … Continue reading →
Exercise balls are one of the most innovative ways to exercise. These little balls will catch every one’s fancy due to their shape and very attractive colors. The real benefit of these balls, which were introduced by a group of … Continue reading →
Vitamins and minerals can be absorbed by the body in a number of ways. They first enter our body through the food we eat. Secondly, we can take vitamin supplements to increase the amount of pertinent vitamins and minerals. There … Continue reading →
Physical fitness is the ability to function effectively throughout your workday, perform your usual other activities and still have enough energy left over to handle any extra stresses or emergencies which may arise. The components of physical fitness are: Cardiorespiratory … Continue reading →
Our body is like a machine. A machine needs fuel to run and greasing and maintenance to be in proper shape and perform. Just like any other mechanical device, our body needs food to work. At the same time it … Continue reading →
The process of aging is a natural one but the skin’s process of aging can be significantly reduced with the proper prevention methods and relevant natural skin care techniques. The major factor in our skin prematurely aging can be attributed … Continue reading →
Apart from the North American’s, allergies also affect a large number of the rest of the world’s population – close to 40%, will suffer the annoying and sometimes debilitating results of this ailment. Allergic symptoms range from the mild to … Continue reading →
Ginger Healing Detox Tea with Turmeric There has been a lot in the news lately about the amazing healing properties of turmeric, a free-radical-fighting antioxidant-rich curry spice that has been hailed as a defense against both cancer and Alzheimer’s. INGREDIENTS … Continue reading →
Whether you want to tone and define weak arms so that you can wear something sleeveless with confidence or you want to increase muscle mass, working the muscles in the front and back of the upper arms will help you … Continue reading →
We have officially accepted stress as an everyday, an unavoidable black cloud that follows us wherever we go. It’s in the car. It’s in the office. It’s at home. Stress is waiting around every corner with it’s sharp edges ready … Continue reading →
Candles are commonly used for lightening a dark room when your home’s power is gone or more often in a candle light dinner. But, the usage of candles is not confined to this only. The introduction of aromatherapy candles has … Continue reading →
Amla also know as amalaki, dhatriphala and in Sanskrit and Emblica officinalis scientifically, is the most widely used herb in the ayurvedic system of medicine. it maintains balance amongst three Doshas of wind, bile and phelgm (Vayu, Pitta and Cough) … Continue reading →
There are a number of different ways you can treat your back pain naturally: vitamins, minerals, herbs, nutrition and homeopathic medicine. Some will help heal your back pain and others are dangerous, so it’s best to consult with a physician … Continue reading →
More and more, medical advances are cutting down on cutting people open. Improved imaging procedures make diagnostic and even surgical procedures less invasive. Medical imaging enables a wide range of less-invasive, highly targeted medical therapies that translate into better and … Continue reading →
The “best” flu remedy seems to vary by who you talk to. Some people think that certain over the counter medications are the best way to get relief. Others feel homeopathic remedies work the best. Still others feel that only … Continue reading →
Organic is wonderful! It is a way to get back to the Earth and the simple nutrients of life that have fueled the human body for millennia. One way to get those life-giving nutrients is through raw foods. Have you … Continue reading →
In an ideal world, our children would never be exposed to any sugary “fruit drinks” or packaged juices. But if yours have already developed a taste for sweet drinks, the easiest way to get them to begin drinking raw, fresh … Continue reading →
What is Kelp? Kelp is a type of seaweed or algae, sort of like the salad of the sea. It’s a mainstay in many East Asian diets and the health benefits cannot be overstated. We most commonly see kelp used … Continue reading →
Have exercise misconceptions prevented you from starting an exercise program? Clear up any confusion and let these exercise tips improve your workout routine. Hopefully none of these common exercise myths, mistakes and misconceptions have prevented you from working out. 1. … Continue reading →
The art of aromatherapy had been practiced since the earliest times. Strong evidence was found to link aromatherapy to ancient traditions. Though aromatic oils had been used to treat and cure various ailments and conditions for who knows how long, … Continue reading →
There are many new migraine headache treatments available that can be both safe and effective. Natural treatments for migraine headaches are usually safer and cheaper than traditional pain medications. And in many instances they can relieve pain just as well … Continue reading →
One of the best ways to put more balance in your life is to get rid of clutter. A cluttered house or office just creates disorder in your mind, not to mention the guilt you feel about how you should … Continue reading →
Staying calm, composed and maintaining strong self esteem in today’s tough environment can be difficult but is not impossible if you follow a few simple guidelines. Here are six tips you can use as a starter guide to self improvement. … Continue reading →
Many people equate switching to a low carbohydrate (aka carb) diet with having to give up many of the foods that they love. That is hardly the case, often it just means having to be more creative when you cook. … Continue reading →
Ever heard someone say, “…so-in-so is great, but I’m just not happy?” Or have you ever wondered why you just couldn’t seem to find happiness? Read on to learn how you can choose to be happy. Happiness is something you … Continue reading →
Every year, thousands of chemicals are poured into the environment and millions of gallons of water are needlessly wasted. How? By growing plants. Sure, most of this is done by large agricultural producers, but some of it is still done … Continue reading →
Salmon is one of the healthiest fish you can eat. There are many benefits to eating salmon, particularly wild salmon, although farmed salmon is what is usually available. Here are some great benefits to eating salmon: Salmon eating can help … Continue reading →
Are you swamped at work? Do you always feel one step behind trying to catch up on all the chores on your “to-do” list each day? Do you toss and turn in bed at night thinking about all the things … Continue reading →
Moms are notorious for spending all of their energy and attention on the care of others. Add a full- or part time-job into the equation and it’s easy to get completely exhausted. Yet when you neglect yourself, you’re unable to … Continue reading →
Juicing provides us with so many wonderful nutrients from fruits and vegetables. Ironically though, because of the heavy use of pesticides in our conventional food supply, we need to remove peels and skins that harbor the most exciting, concentrated micro-nutrients. … Continue reading →
Dry cleaning uses a harmful chemical called Perchloroethylene or PERC, for short. This chemical is petroleum based and has shown to cause severe health problems. It’s been labeled a probable carcinogen” by the International Association for Research on Cancer. While … Continue reading →
Although juicing requires equipment and large volumes of pricey fruits, vegetables, and leafy greens, there are sensible things that you can do to save time and money. Equipment The biggest and most obvious expense for most people is the juice … Continue reading →
Many experts attribute the large scale epidemic or obesity in the United States, where one-third of all adults are obese in large part to a steady increase over a prolonged period of time in the intake of unhealthy carbohydrates, which … Continue reading →
A number of Americans have put their hearts into lowering their cholesterol. Yet a recent American Heart Association survey found that many adults with high cholesterol still don’t realize that they have an increased risk of developing heart disease. According … Continue reading →
With each New Year comes the determination to begin exercising. Perhaps you even made a promise to add more exercise into your day. If your efforts at exercising are not going as well as you had planned, take a look … Continue reading →
Almost every woman is blessed with the capacity to bear a child at least once in her lifetime. It is considered to be one of the greatest gifts that a woman can give her husband. Bearing a child would make … Continue reading →
Cancer has a fearsome reputation. Not without reason, either. It is a disease that has not yet fully yielded to the skills and intelligence of medical scientists and doctors. And, as if the pain from the disease is not enough, … Continue reading →
In this article we’re going to focus on one of the most annoying types of allergies, especially to people who love to eat. You go out to the local pizza parlor, order two slices with extra cheese, sit down at … Continue reading →
How many times have we brought food and then forgotten about it only to remember it because it begins to stink? At this point, you can’t do anything about it, but you can ensure that your food lasts longer and … Continue reading →
What is Fibromyalgia? Sometimes referred to as “fibro” and “the invisible disease,” fibromyalgia is very debilitating that can strike anyone. Approximately three to six percent of the U.S. population suffers from this condition, which causes sufferers chronic aches and pains. … Continue reading →
Celebrities always look fabulous. Whether appearing in television or films or strutting down the red carpet during movie premiers and awards, they never cease to fascinate us with their larger than life presence. The truth is, it takes a lot … Continue reading →
1. Honey, please roll over. Sound familiar? If you snore, it probably does. The next time your husband or wife wakes you in the night and asks you to roll over, he/she may just be onto something. Experts believe that … Continue reading →
Heart attacks come in all sizes, from minor to major, and the symptoms of a pending heart attack can be deceiving in many cases. Some symptoms of a pending heart attack may have been showing up for quite awhile and … Continue reading →