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Health and Medical Advice on the Internet

Sat, 04 Sep 2010 01:59:32 -0400

Health and medical advice on the Internet: Use it wisely toovercome illness and find more happiness in your life.I've got a bit of a problem with depression and anxiety. I'vebeen tackling these problems for several years without the useof modern medicine. Tai Chi, meditation, martial artsexercise, and positive interaction with other people seem tokeep a lid on my illnesses most of the time. I don't like theidea of medication's side effects, and I don't believe theanswers in life are often found in the easy path E.G. taking apill, but rather on the hard path of effort and determination.This is not to say that I don't feel medicine is not effective,not at all, I just feel all the options should be looked atbefore making big decisions to do with one's health.Health of body and mind has always been one of the mostimportant issues in life for us humans. Seeing a doctor isusually the best option when one comes down with an illness orailment, but people have always tried a...

How can I lose weight ?

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 14:47:41 -0400

Question : I am a -year-old woman. I would like to reduce myweight which is about kg. I'm about cm tall. I always havea busy schedule every day. Can you tell how to go about losingweight? Answer : You have to identify which weight status category youfall into, such as on the Body Mass Index BMI. BMI is thecalculation based on height and weight. It is an accurateindicator of overweight and obesity. BMI is derived by dividinga person's weight in kg by height in metres squared. BMI Bodyweight kgHeight m BMI Weight Status Below . Underweight .-. Normal.-. Overweight . and above Obese Your BMI is . kg M, which means you are in the obesegroup. A successful weight loss programme which includes dietmodification, exercise and taking appropriate nutritionalsupplements will be the best approach for you. You should cut down on fried food, coconut milk, gravy, andhigh-sugar foods such as soft drinks, syrup, refined andprocessed foods. Ch...

What Are The Main Benefits Of Trampoline Exercise ?

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 13:36:28 -0400

Many people might look at someone bouncing on a trampoline andwonder what all the excitement is about. But the truth is,trampolines are great for physical fitness of children andadults, as well as for influencing other things such as balance.Trampolines are used regularly by athletes who skate, dance,dive, or do gymnastics. That's because bouncing on a trampolinetakes more than just the effort of jumping up and down. It takescoordination to achieve consistent height, balanced landings,and the ability to perform complex maneuvers without injury. These athletes learn to hone skills important to their ownsports, by using the mechanics of the trampoline. This caninclude techniques like turns, flips, and splits.Children who learn how to use a trampoline properly, gain a newsense of freedom, and the thrill of soaring into the air. A fewlessons can go a long way towards giving them a sense ofachievement and self-confidence, especially if they have triedother, more difficult sp...

The most Important Things to Know When Choosing a Treadmill

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 15:18:54 -0400

If you ever had the desire to buy a treadmill, you were probablyhit by all sorts of questions: "What treadmill should I buy?","Where will I put it?", "When will I have the time to use it?",'What are the most important things to take into considerationwhen choosing a treadmill?' , "Which treadmills will help melook fit?" and so forth. This article will try to answer thesequestions and give you an insight of the most important factorsthat are to be taken into consideration when choosing atreadmill or jogging machine. First thing you should do before choosing a treadmill is figureout how much free space you have inside your home, becausetreadmills come in different sizes and designs. Once you knowapproximately how much space you can free up, you can go lookfor a treadmill of that exact specific size. Don't put yourselfin the unnecessary, awkward position where you come home withyour newly purchased treadmill and are forced to put it in thecloset because of the lack of roo...

NEWS & TIPS FOR BETTER HEALTH, THE NATURAL WAY.

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 14:57:39 -0400

October , .BROCCOLI Good Healthy Food, for Natural Healing, Good Health andAntiaging. We all know that Broccoli is a plant that is used atthe Dinner Table as a vegetable with the main dish, it is veryhigh in Antioxidants and very healthy for everyone. Did you alsoknow that Broccoli can give you times more antioxidants, allyou have to do is eat Broccoli seedling sprouts in your saladmeals or sandwiches. Just like you would with Alfalfa or anyother sprouts. A half cup of Broccoli seedling sprouts, isequivalent to cups of Broccoli. TUMERIC The yellow spice that can usually be found in yourkitchen, is a powerful Antioxidant and anti inflammatory.Excellent when you would normally take a pain killer, Strainsand Sprains, Bursitis Tendinitis, you can add the spice to food,or purchase capsules. BREAST CANCER In news just released, Breast Cancer hasincreased to its highest levels yet, with one in eleven ladieslikely to develop symptoms. There is Good News though, More...

OSTEOPOROSIS

Sun, 29 Aug 2010 14:50:04 -0400

Osteoporosis is the disease of brittle bones. As we age, bonemass loses density. Menopause can accelerate this process due tothe loss in oestrogen levels. Oestrogen plays two importantroles in bone metabolism: it facilitates the absorption ofcalcium from the blood into the bone and inhibits the loss ofcalcium from bone. Lack of oestrogen will slow down calciumabsorption into bone and, instead, speed up calcium loss. It is estimated that the average woman loses up to per centof her bone mass in the first five years of menopause. Researchsuggests that about half of all women over the age of willhave at least one fracture due to osteoporosis. Dubbed the "silent disease", osteoporosis reveals no physicalsymptoms. That is because bone loss causes neither visible signsnor pain. Osteoporosis can go undetected for years, untilweakened bones cause painful fractures in the back or hips. But does that mean every postmenopausal woman should sit backand wait for osteoporosis t...

Anabolic Hormones - A Two-Edged Sword

Sat, 28 Aug 2010 14:19:08 -0400

When I was a young boy, emerging muscles were the coolest thing.If a vein popped out a little, that was even more awesome. Therewere no fitness centers or body building gyms to amount toanything back then Stone Age. If you aspired to brawn, CharlesAtlas paraphernalia advertised in comic books was guaranteed tohelp you turn the cards on the guy who kicked sand in your faceon the beach last summer. Back then, muscles seemed morelegitimate if you earned them from work on the farm or fromother labor. Muscles from exercise were thought of as sort of"artificial". So I did lots of farm work and construction in thesummers. But leaving nothing to chance, I also cheated bybuilding my own weight set with a pipe that I would insert intothe holes of cement blocks. My dad was of the school that I hadbetter be careful or I could get all "muscle bound" if Iexercised too much. I guess he must have worried as he saw me inthe back yard hoisting my pipe with blocks dangling from eachend....

Take Heart on Cholesterol

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 01:36:57 -0400

Take Heart on Cholesterol.Cholesterol can be both good & bad, so it's important to learnwhat cholesterol is, how it affects your health and how tomanage your blood cholesterol levels. Understanding cholesterolwill help you take better care of your heart, so you can lead ahealthier life and reduce your risks of heart attack and stroke.What is cholesterol?Cholesterol is a soft, white, waxy substance found in thebloodstream and in all the body's cells. Despite its reputation,cholesterol is essential to life! The body needs cholesterol fordigesting dietary fats, making hormones, building cell walls,and other important processes.However, our liver makes all the cholesterol our body needs.Consuming fatty foods can lead to a high level of cholesterol inthe blood which is easily deposited in the arteries andnarrowing the diameter and impeding blood flow to the heart andother organs, creating a major risk factor for coronary heartdisease. Cardiovascular disease is still Austra...

How to Improve Your Vision Without Surgery - Simple Eye

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 13:10:29 -0400

We all know how important it is to keep our bodies fit. Going tothe gym, jogging, and swimming are all on the "good for you"list of activities. But did you know that you can exercise youreyes as well? Exercising your eyes keeps them healthy, takesaway eyestrain, helps you to focus and even improves your visionwithout surgery. Exercise . MassageFirst close your eyes tightly for - seconds, then openthem for - seconds. Repeat this or times. Thenclose your eyes and massage with circular movements of yourfingers for - minutes. Make sure you press very lightly;otherwise you could hurt your eyes. Press three fingersof each hand against your upper eyelids, hold for - seconds,then release. Repeat times. Exercise . MovementSit and relax. Roll your eyes clockwise, then anticlockwise.Repeat times, and blink in between each.Exercise . Mark on the glassSit about cm from the window. Make a mark on the glass atyour eye level a small sticker, black or red, would...

New foot in the sand technology can solve many health problems

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 01:16:37 -0400

A vast array of after-market insoles has been merchandisedthrough the years. Most of these consist of a bed of cushioningfoam with only hints of accommodation for foot anatomy. Otherthan extremely expensive orthotic insoles, commercial varietiesdo little to solve the far-reaching problems of feet restrictedin a quite unnatural device, the shoe. A new ergonomically designed insole, based upon"foot-in-the-sand" technology, has been developed. It is theresult of several years of research in comparative anatomy,kinesiology mechanics and anatomy of movement, ergonomicshuman engineering for efficient and safe use and testing inthe most rigorous and demanding of sports and vocations. Seehttp:www.wysong.netimagesinsolesand.jpg A Personal Note Myinterest in functional footwear was forced upon me by many yearsof training in competitive badminton not the recreational typeplayed in backyards, an exceptionally rigorous sport includingmuch jumping and rapid lateral and b...

The Ab Wars

Sat, 21 Aug 2010 12:56:43 -0400

One of the hottest debates that still lingers in thefitnessrehab and sports performance industries is that over thecorrect use of the abdominal wall during movement and exercise.On one side, you've got the drawing-in camp that believes thatthe only way to safely protect your spine during exercise andmovement is by drawing or "sucking" in your abdominal wall. Thissupposedly recruits what is known as the "inner-unit"musculature and primarily the infamous "transversus abdominusmuscle." On the other side, a different camp preaches theimportance of using all of the abdominal layers to perform whatis called "bracing." By bracing one doesn't suck in or push outthe abdominal wall. Instead, one just "stiffens" the muscles toa slight degree depending on the load or perturbation beingencountered. The purpose of this article is to take a closerlook at either side of this heated debate and come up with somelogical conclusions based on current scientific and anecdotalresearch. Strap...

Easy Body Makeover for Busy Women

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 13:52:45 -0400

p>We all know how busy our lives get with work, kids, cooking,cleaning and the daily buzz of activities that are required ofus. I have compiled a list of exercises that are quick and easyand can all be done while watching a little T.V.! Arms: There is just no way of getting around this if your armsare a problem area. Get some small weights. Try your weights outin the store to decide which will be the best for you. Don't buyanything you are not going to be able to lift for reps.Remember, you can always go up in weight later. Next, work onyour trouble areas in reps of - in the beginning andincrease your repetitions as you are able to tolerate. Legs: Have an exercise bike? This has got to be one of theeasiest ways to work your legs. Check your second hand sportinggood stores. Turn on Oprah or open a good book and go to town!Abdominal: Lay on your back with your knees bent. Crossing yourleft ankle over your right knee, hands behind your head, touchyour right...

Migraine - the ins and outs

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 01:28:58 -0400

Migraine is a complex condition which is triggered by differentthings in different people. Additionally, the actual symptomssuffered by different people are usually fairly unique to themtoo.Migraine is commonly described by people as a special kind ofrecurring headache where the headache is severe and usuallylinked to other symptoms such as feeling sick nausea, beingsick vomiting, eyesight changes such as blank spots, colouredsport, sparkles, stars or blurred patches in their vision,dizziness, sensitivity to light and noise, lethargy and fatigue.The changes in vision usually come before the headache itselfand are referred to as the "aura". Two generalisedclassifications of migraine are "with aura" and "without aura".Other classifications are "basilar migraine" and "familialhemiplegic migraine" where reversible paralysis occurs.Susceptibility to migraine is thought to be genetic, with thepredisposition being inherited through particular genes.However, any person of ...

Hair Loss Myths Debunked!

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 14:28:09 -0400

Think you know what causes hair loss? Don't believe everythingyou hear. You may be falling for some old wives' tales that haveonly grown thanks to the internet. Make sure your facts arestraight before trying to take hair loss on.Myth - Hat's That! Since the days of old, men have believedthat their hair loss is influenced by how often they wear hats.The standard believe is that a hat stops air from getting toyour hair. This results in hairs that suffocate. Other versionsblame hair loss on the oil that gets trapped on your scalp byhats. This is simply not true. Unless you hat is so tight it isstopping blood from getting to your scalp, feel free to wear oneas often as you like. A hat is even beneficial when your hairstarts to thin since it stops the sun from damaging your scalp.Myth - Mommy Made Me Do It! As fun as it is to blame your malepattern baldness on your mother, it's just not accurate. The ageold myth is that your mother carries the genes that caused yourhair ...

"The Biggest Boost for Overall Health and Wellbeing ... Ever!"

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 15:56:15 -0400

This article is going to tell you how you can... Improve thequality of your life. Increase your energy levels. Protectyourself against viruses, flu's and colds. Reduce thelikelihood of getting cancer. Reduce the possibility of aheart attack or stroke! Slow down your aging. There are threepositive steps that you must take to achieve these things. Oneis to examine your lifestyle, another is your diet and the thirdis to implement a professional supplementation regime. I won'taddress lifestyle and diet at the moment as I have alreadytouched on this in our special report on weight loss. I would suggest you read it even if you are not overweight. Youcan get it for free from the special reports page on our websiteat ... http:www.InstantEnergyBoost.com. What I will do isexamine the issue of supplementation! This is a much moreimportant subject than most people realize. If you do notsupplement, then you can almost guarantee that your body isdeficient in certain nut...

"Why Exercise Equipment Can Be A Boon For The Working

Sun, 15 Aug 2010 13:02:00 -0400

Exercise equipment manufacturing companies have researched thatmaintaining health is the one of the foremost goals of everyworkingman or woman. They feel that without fitness it would bedifficult for them to enjoy the life or become successful. The employers look for employees that are fit and active. Eventhe children feel happy with fit and sturdy parents. Thisenhanced quest for fitness has motivated the exercise equipmentmanufacturers to produce long lasting, cheap and affordablefitness equipment.Exercise Is Necessary For Social And Professional Success Youneed high level of energy of achieve success in professional aswell as social life. This is more so in the case of parentsbecause they need extra energy to cope-up with their busyprofessional schedules and responsibility towards the kids. This energy can be obtained only through regular exercise andworkouts. Regular exercise increases your stamina and enhancesyour concentration, productivity and confidence. However...

Brain Concussions in Sports

Sat, 14 Aug 2010 13:29:25 -0400

If you're having difficulty understanding what a brainconcussion is, and how your son or daughter's head-injuryaffects their further participation in sports, then you're ingood company. The nature and effects of concussions are stillpoorly understood by many athletes, parents, coaches, newsreporters and, to a certain extent, even the medical community.But because the brain is a treasured organ'one that athletesshould want to keep in good working order for the rest of theirlives'a good understanding of concussions is crucial.Neurologists and neurosurgeons cringe when they hearsports-reporters make comments like, "Johnny had a CAT scan andit showed that he didn't have a concussion." The truth is thatCAT scans don't show concussions. They do show otherserious consequences of head injuries, like bleeding within thebrain, or hemorrhages that compress the brain. Butconcussions'while no less real'are invisible to brain-imagingtests like CAT scans and MRIs.So what is a concus...

Health News as Source for Laughs

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 13:55:12 -0400

Google News can be entertaining http:news.google.com. LateAugust headlines show that at least some USA governmentexperts understand the difference between "good" and "bad"sugars. However, they stopped short of telling us to limitrefined sugar intake, in updated dietary guidelines for .Could this reluctance to state the obvious be signs thatcommercial interests are taken seriously by the Feds? Newsarticles said that of the panel members have financialinterests in the food industry.Duh!The full " Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee Report",released August , , is available athttp:www.health.govdietaryguidelinesdgareport Most of the panel's recommendations are consistent with those inmy two health books. Restrict salt, meat, dairy, alcoholicbeverages, trans fats. Eat whole grains and fruits andvegetables. Eat foods with omega- fatty acids. Get at least minutes of exercise daily, such as brisk walks. And don't gethung up on "low ...

"Why Fitness Equipment Must Be A Vital Part Of Your Health

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 14:43:05 -0400

Fitness equipment is playing a vital role in the National HealthCampaign. A successful nation needs healthy citizens. It is nosecret that the sedentary lifestyle has taken a heavy toll onthe health of citizens. Many citizens who could not manage daily walking or joggingschedules have found secret of health in exercise machines andfitness equipment. Thousands of companies are contributing to the National HealthCampaign by producing affordable fitness equipment that thepeople can use to stay healthy and keep fit. Necessity of Fitness EquipmentSome good reasons for maintaining a healthy body are to avoiddoctors and medical bills, be active on the work, looking smartand achieving success in life. Fitness equipment can help inyour drive to remain healthy. Gone are the days when you had togo to the gym or buy expensive equipment for different workouts. The fitness equipment industry has underwent a tremendous changeand now you can have a handy exerciser that can let you exer...

Dealing with Tennis Elbow

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 14:07:32 -0400

In addition to effecting tennis players, tennis elbow effect'sa great number of people who are involved in activities outsideof the sport of tennis. Tennis elbow also known as lateralEpicondylitis is caused by damaging the tendon of the extensormuscles in the forearm. The tendon of these extensor musclesconnects to the lateral epicondyle of the upper arm bone calledthe humerus. See diagram When the muscles are overused or exposed to a force they can notwithstand the tendon will become damaged. The damaged tendonwill then become inflamed and cause soreness andor pain in thelateral elbow area.Common causes for Tennis Elbow when playing tennis: &; lackof forearm strength &; lack of flexibility &; poorbackhand technique &; racquet is too heavy for the player&; racquet grip is too large for the player &;improper warm up andor stretchingOther activities that have been linked to Tennis Elbow outsideof the sport of tennis: &; sports that...

Vying for Those Desirable Cosmetics Patients

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 14:36:10 -0400

Dentists going for the 'gold ring' of cosmetic dentistry practicemight find the reach may exceed their grasp.Just about any dental practitioner answers to the title,'Cosmetic Dentist.' But placing the C-word on a shingle may notautomatically impress today's patients. A barrage of mediaaccounts of vanity healthcare adventures has created a newconsumer in dental care that is also well informed via theInternet. And now that a young, healthy smile is a 'must-have' amongpatients of all ages, this savvy public can more easily detectthe 'wannabe' from the real thing. So, dentists aiming toattract patients with 'smilemakeovers ' in their eyes better make sure they measure up:Training, training, training. Dentists operating at the top ofthe cosmetic heap continually attend seminars and workshops toremain at the forefront of research, materials and techniques. 'Dentistry has changed more in the last five years...

yellow bands ?

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 16:03:02 -0400

This question intrigued me enough to find out what they wereall about. This was a couple of months ago and I'm quiteattached to mine now although I have had some interestingcomments. 'Have you been to wet and wild today, is that yourwaterslide entry band? And''Are you collecting the seals offvegemite lids?' Unique hobby but no I'm not. The yellow bandsare engraved with Lance's mantra, Live Strong and all proceedsgo to the 'Lance Armstrong Foundation' which helps people withcancer live strong. For those of you who are not familiar withLance Armstrong you may recognise this scene from Dodgeball,which features the legend himself. Lance Armstrong: Hey, aren't you Peter La Fleur? Peter LaFleur: Lance Armstrong! Lance Armstrong: Ya, that's me. But I'ma big fan of yours. Peter La Fleur: Really? Lance Armstrong: Ya,I've been watching the dodgeball tournament on the Ocho. ESPN .I just can't get enough of it. Good luck in the tournament. I'mreally pulling for you against those ...

Zma Fuel

Sun, 08 Aug 2010 13:42:27 -0400

Zma is a unique combination of vitamins and minerals that impactpositively on athletic performance. Zma is available insupplement form, and zma is readily absorbed by the system. Zma fuel utilizes zinc monomethionine, magnesium aspartate andB combined. Zma is an anabolic mineral formula scientificallydesigned, and zma contains only natural products. Thesynergistic combination of zinc and magnesium in zma is provento enhance healthy hormone production, resulting in increasedstrength and muscle power. Clinical tests reveal that the ingredients in zma fuel canincrease endurance and testosterone levels, as well as promote arestful sleep which is important for athletes. Zma can be taken before bedtime, resulting in a deeper and morepeaceful sleep. With zma intake the muscle cramping usuallyassociated with sport is reduced considerably, whensupplementing the diet with zma fuel.Zma enhances and improves the body's healing ability, a benefitfound in zma fuel supplements. Zma ...

Play It Safe This Month and Beyond

Sat, 07 Aug 2010 13:40:30 -0400

Seems like there's a month for everything these days. Januarywas National Mentoring Month. February was Children's DentalHealth Month and National Novel Writing Month started on Marchst. Some might think it is a bit much. But there is one monthlyobservance that employers should take a particular interest in:National Safety Month, which begins in June. This year's themewill be "Safety: Where We Live, Work and Play." Consider some examples of what can happen when safety awarenessis compromised: An employee tripped over a group of boxes stored in the officewalkways, causing her to fall and hit her head on the edge of adesk. The employee was left with a severe concussion. Obviously,if the boxes had simply been moved out of harm's way, theemployee probably would have never fallen and been seriouslyinjured. While trying to make electrical repairs to a courthouse, anengineer was suddenly electrocuted. If he had only been carefulenough to lock out a circuit before performi...

Fitness & Muscle Building Know How for Hard Gainers

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 14:35:39 -0400

Hard gainers are individuals who train equally hard as otherpeople but somehow fail to make any gains comparable to others.They need a lot more than hard training. Hard gainers need toincorporate many different principles in order to achieve theirmuscle building ambitions and goals. Many bodybuilders get todiscover this through the hard way of personal experience, whichresults in wasted time, energy and money.Majority of bodybuilding aspirants go to the gym with a well setbelief that there is no such thing as training too often, toomuch nor too long. They do not bother to spend respectableamount of time in constructing an effective training regimen forthemselves. Then there is this myth that if some is good, morewould definitely be better. This misconception is the drivingforce behind most youngsters and hard gainers who weight trainfor stamina, strength and size.Training on these principles ultimately, results in lack ofmuscle growth and to counter this problem they pu...