Tuesday, September 30, 2008

Having a Pet Allergy Is For The Dogs

By Dorothy Medlum

People with allergies should be careful in deciding what type of pet they can safely bring into their home. More than 70 percent of the U.S. households have a dog or a cat. Pets provide comfort, security, and companionship. It is no wonder everyone wants a pet. What they don't want is the allergy that may come with owning one.

Sneezing and wheezing are oftentimes the result of exposure to a pet. Ten percent of the population may be allergic to its animals. Higher rates 20 to 30 percent have asthma and also have pet allergies.

Human Allergies to Dogs

Thousands of people who suffer do so to allergies to dogs. Some of the saddest cases are where the owner develops an allergy and is faced with giving the dog up or keeping the dog and living with the constant allergy symptoms.

The parts of the animal that people are most allergic to are the dander, the saliva, or the urine. Because dogs and cats are the most common pets, they top the list of pets people are also allergic to. In addition to this factor, people may be allergic to certain types of dogs and not to others.

What are the Symptoms?

People who have multiple allergies may be aware when their allergies are responding; they may suffer from runny noses, itchy eyes, asthma symptoms, red itchy skin, or a rash. Those that are not aware of their allergies may think that they simply have a cold.

Are there Hypoallergenic Dogs?

There are no hypoallergenic dogs, nor are there any dogs that do not shed. All dogs shed, though some dogs have a much denser hair coat than others and shed a greater quantity of hair than those with a thinner coat. Since it is the dander and not the hair that is the problem, shedding is not important in allergy control. Some breeds, appear to have less dander and these include: Poodles, Terriers, and Schnauzers. Many people can be allergic to certain types of animals and not to others.

How can a person reduce allergic symptoms to a pet?

There are some things that you can do to help keep your reactions at bay, if you or a family member is part of the population allergic to dogs. You can do some of the following to make your home more comfortable: Bathe your pet weekly, do not allow the pet on the furniture, do not allow your pet in the house, or do not allow the pet in the car.

It is impossible to avoid contact with animals since they are a very integral part of our lives. But, when you adopt some good management techniques, you make your allergies less painful and your dog much happier. Together, you can live happily ever after.

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How To Detox at Home - Eat and be Cleansed

By Lee Dobbins

When most people think of learning how to detox at home, they think about the fasting detox that requires you to give up food and drink glasses full of strange inredients. That is one way of detoxifying your body. But if you have never done a detox or it has been a long time since you have done it, you should be aware that going into it with full gusto can be shocking to your body. The best way to detox at home is to go healthy by cutting out foods and substances that are overworking your liver and add foods that have been shown to have beneficial effects.

Detox at Home - Foods You Need / Foods You Don't

Fruits and vegetables will be the mainstay of your detox plan. You can have up to three servings of fruit in a day and unlimited amounts of most vegetables. Do not eat bananas, potatoes or corn. If you eat peas, add them to your servings of legumes rather than counting them as vegetables. All of these are high in sugars and starch. You should get your starch from whole grains and legumes. Whenever possible, eat your food whole or put the fruit or vegetable in a juicer with skins intact. Remember to always wash your fruits and vegetables before eating them!

Twice daily, include whole grains in your diet. If you purchase bread, make sure the bread you buy is 100% whole grain. There should be no refined ingredients. Brown rice and steel-cut oatmeal are good choices for whole grains.

Learning how to detox at home is about learning how to eat a bit differnetly. Do not eat meat or any animal products such as eggs, cheese or milk while you are on your detox at home plan. There are other sources of protein you can use such as beans, raw almonds and unsalted seeds that provide protein and help to detoxify your liver.

There are only two acceptable fats and these are olive oil and canola oil. It is recommended that you have two servings of these a day. A good way to incorporate them is to add them to vinegar or lemon juice to make a dressing. Do not eat mayonnaise, margarine, bottle dressings, vegetable oil or butter.

Water is the most essential part of a detox at home. One gallon of water a day will cleanse toxins that are set free by your eating plan. It is even better if you can drink more than a gallon. When toxins start to circulate from the initial detox, water helps to cleanse it out of you faster. This can offset some of the worst side effects of detox.

If you are elderly, you should not detox at home. Do not put young children on this kind of plan. If you are fighting an addiction whether it is to alcohol or drugs do not detox without being under the care of professionals. If you are on prescriptions or have a health concern, talk to your doctor about whether or not a detox at home plan is right for you. Because of the nature of detox, your body will likely react with some harsh symptoms. It is always best to see your doctor before you go on a cleansing diet.

Learning how to detox at home involves an eating plan that is low in calories and as such, should not be maintained for longer than ten days. If you like the way you feel at the end of your detox, you can just add protein from salmon, tuna or chicken as well as low-fat plain yogurt with fruit you blend into it. It is inadvisable to eat more than two servings of fish a week. If you are concerned about anything during your detox at home, you should see a specialist or your family doctor.

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Sunday, September 28, 2008

Kidney Stone Causes

By Xergio Rio

Are you or someone from your family suffering from kidney stones? If that is the case, few people are able to see your pain or that of your dear one.

You may be surprised to know that if one of your parents has kidney stone then the chances of acquiring are very high. A lot of medical studies tell us that kidney stones are carried through generations. So then, heredity can be one of the causes of kidney stone. Most of the kidney stones are made of the mineral calcium and hypercalcinuria. There is a predisposition to high level of calcium in the urine that may be carried from family generation to family generation.

Some persons have renal tubular acidosis and have problems metabolizing different chemicals including cystine (an amino acid), oxalate, (that's a type of salt), and uric acid (as in gout). These individuals are likely to developto kidney stone and one of the basic causes is heredity. It is one of the fundamental causes.

What else causes those kidney stones in your system? Geographical location. Medical studies show that some people have kidney stone partly due to geographic location. To give you an example, persons living in Southern United States have this risk increased. These geographical regions are called: regional 'stone belts'. The possibility of getting an infection is higher just for the fact of the warm climate and because of dehydratation, that means the water levels in their bodies are low.

This way, the urine can become highly concentrated. This makes these chemicals to bind together and that's the the beginning of forming nidus of the stone.

Diet is not a direct cause of kidney stone formation. If you are already prone to stone formations, then taking foods with have high calcium contents, just elevates the risk of kidney stone formation. That's why is advisable to stay away from foods with high calcium content. The person with no history of kidney stones does not need to worry much about the diet as the prone person.

But keep in mind that the person with kidney stone should take a proper diet so as not to encourage the stone to develop.

If you take (OTC) over the counter products, this can increase the risk of forming kidney stone. Persons who take water-pills or diuretics regularly and those that consume high quantities of antiacids that contain the calcium mineral, end up elevating the calcium content in their urine and for this reason, may increase the possibility of forming stones. Patients that suffer with HIV who take the medication called indinavir (Crixivan) have the risk of forming these indinavir stones.

To solve the problem you must understand the cause. This can start solving the problem itself. Know what causes kidney stone. It can help one take preventive measures. That way, kidney stones can stop being a problem.

An ounce of prevention is better than a cure. And the presence of kidney stone in the body has a lot to do with your daily eating habits. Strangely enough, healthy foods with lots of calcium content coul potentialy create a problem. The basic cause of kidney stone is the strong build up formation of calcium in our body.

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Overview of Ovarian Cyst Symptoms

By Jay Tyler

Although the existence of ovarian cyst symptoms alone cannot and will not confirm an ovarian cyst, there are certain symptoms that can help point to this diagnosis. Although individually, each symptom may not be a cause for concern, two or more of them in combination should merit prompt medical attention.

One of the symptoms of ovarian cysts is menstrual irregularities which could be painful periods and abnormal bleeding particularly for women with no prior irregularity history. A longer or shorter than normal period, a missing menstruation, or an inconsistent menstruation could also be referred to as menstrual irregularities. Spotting or light bleeding is an apparent symptom of ovarian cyst. Ovarian cyst is also noticed when women experience unexplained weight gain.

Ovarian cyst symptoms can show up as a sort of dull ache in the lower back and pelvic area. Sometimes this pain will flair up either right before or after a period, but it can also be brought on during intercourse or even heavy exercise. When an ovarian cyst bursts or twists, it can cause a number of problems depending on the size of the cyst. There might be pain in the abdomen and the pelvic area, tissue irritation, and perhaps more seriously, blood will not be able to travel freely to the ovaries.

Pregnancy-like symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting, or breast-tenderness is a common ovarian cyst symptom. It is important to note other symptoms in other to make the distinction between a pregnancy and ovarian cyst symptoms. Infertility, itself is a common symptom of ovarian cysts.

There are a good number of signs that point towards the possibility of having ovarian cysts. There might be sudden and random onsets of sharp abdominal pain and a sensation of abdominal heaviness. The woman might also experience abdominal bloating, have difficulty urinating, and sense a feeling of pressure on her bladder or rectum.

All that most ovarian cysts need is time in order to go away. Some ovarian cyst symptoms, however, can be more urgent and need immediate treatment at a medical facility. These would be severe abdominal or pelvic pain that flares suddenly, shortness of breath, pain or fever with vomiting, and weakness or faintness that appears quickly.

As a whole, the nature of ovarian cyst symptoms makes it difficult for a general practice doctor to pick up on them. Cysts can certainly be detected in the absence of any symptoms, but most ovarian cyst cases are diagnosed not as a result of the presence of any ovarian cyst symptoms but rather during an individual's annual Pap smear.

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Treating Allergy Symptoms

By Dorothy Medlum

Allergies can be in found in a variety of items in today's world such as: chemicals, foods, flowers, grasses, and environmental products. You very seldom meet anyone who hasn't had at least one allergy.

Understanding your allergy symptoms and treating the causes that create them are the key aspects of finding an effective solution to increased health and wellness.

There are many ways that people treat allergy symptoms, but most are short-lived and only supply a band-aid to the real problem. Patience and knowledge help provide a key to living with otherwise debilitating allergies.

What Are The Common Allergy Symptoms?

Common allergy symptoms are daily seen by doctors throughout the world. The nasal passages being continually clogged and/or draining and headaches are usually symptoms of chronic sinusitis, the most frequent sign of an allergy.

A variety of over-the-counter and prescription medications are available to help stop these reactions and inflammation. Eye drops are often used to take the redness and irritation away from the eyes.

Natural approaches can also be used as an option to allergy symptoms. When dealing with allergies, a variety of herbs can be most affective. An example of a helpful herb is milk thistle which is used to cleanse the liver and help it function more properly.

More delayed-type of reactions occur with other allergy symptoms. With these types of symptoms, it can be weeks before a reaction occurs. These types of allergies are most difficult to diagnose and can create problems for the sufferer for years to come. These symptoms can include: irritable bowel syndrome, constipation, or diarrhea. These are often caused by certain foods that the body is reacting against and need eliminated from the diet.

Allergy symptoms to certain chemicals or food additives can be equated to mental problems such as attention deficit and depression. By using dietary intervention or acupuncture, the root causes of these allergy symptoms may be found. This is helpful in providing long-term relief. There is not always a "quick-fix" answer to allergy symptoms, the underlying cause has to be discovered and then dealt with no matter how long. This eventually leads to better health for a longer period of time, at last!

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Saturday, September 27, 2008

Making a Choice of Wrinkle Cream

By Julie Samtsonn

So what choices do you have when it comes to a wrinkle cream that will be effective against those fine lines of old age? It is important to know that not every wrinkle cream is the same and not to be confused by all the different recommendations you will encounter. Ingredients vary with each type of cream. The main ingredients are Aloe Vera, collagen and elastin, and anti toxins.

You will find that the best wrinkle creams will contain substances that will lessen wrinkles but be aware that they will work differently for various skin types. For instance you will see that different types of skin will be less susceptible to wrinkles than others. This can be due to genetics. Have you noticed your parents? One of them may look younger than their age. You can always hope that you will inherit these genes.

The initial wrinkles pose the greatest problems. These are the beginning small signs of old age. Of course people try to ignore them as nobody wants to look old. Then they start to experience panic and rush to find the best wrinkle cream.

One way to find out a wrinkle cream that is effective is to listen to what actual users have to say about it. Customer recommendations are the best promotions for a product. Another good method of finding out if a product is as good as it claims is to read reviews. These are written by actual customers and will let you know if a product does not live up to its claims.

Once you have learnt from the reviews you no longer have to be dependent on whatever the company is claiming. After all you are the one that has to look at yourself in the mirror each day, so you want a wrinkle cream that works. With the right choice of an anti wrinkle cream you will see a reduction in those tell tale lines and wrinkles.

However do not expect instant results. Even the most effective anti wrinkle cream will take at least 2 weeks. In fact some can take as long as 6 weeks to take effect. So do not abandon a cream because you are not seeing speedy results. Give it time to work and do not lose hope.

A common fallacy is that the more you pay the better the anti wrinkle cream will be. This is a myth. There is no evidence that you need to pay a large amount to get a reliable product. Using the product is the only way to really know whether it will work well for you.

One of the best ways to cut through the confusion is to take your dermatologist's advice. He will be able to advise you as to which product matches your skin type.

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Friday, September 26, 2008

Information on Ovarian Cyst Types

By Jay Tyler

Functional ovarian cysts are a fairly common problem among women and should usually not be a cause for concern. Most ovarian cysts do not lead to or indicate cancer. Though some cysts may cause discomfort and others may require some treatment, the majority of functional ovarian cysts are asymptomatic and do not require treatment.

When ovulation does not happen, or when a mature follicle breaks down, a simple form of ovarian cyst may form, called a follicular cyst. This cyst can become as large as 2 or more inches in diameter, but will usually disappear by itself after only a few months, and will usually show no symptoms.

A corpus luteum cyst can result when the ovarian gland produces progesterone during ovulation and a egg is released as the menstrual cycle progresses. A round gland called the corpus luteum is filled with fluid and about a inch in diameter when healthy and functioning properly. Generally they appear in the early months or pregnancy or even just at the end of the menstrual cycle and are asymptomatic, healing on their own without symptoms and may never even be noticed.

A functional cyst on the ovaries that releases or contains blood is referred to as a hemorrhagic ovarian cyst. This type of cyst won't always burst, however when they do, it will cause a burning feeling in the pelvic area from leaking blood. Hemorrhagic cysts are common, however, and most of the time nothing needs to be done to treat them. If a doctor thinks the cyst is an indicator of endometriosis, they may perform surgery to remove it.

Women are most at risk of developing a dermoid cyst during their prime childbearing years. However, women of any age can develop dermoid cysts. A dermoid cyst is a type of ovarian cyst that grows from a germ cell in the ovaries known as the totipotential germ cell. From this cell grows such tissues as hair, teeth, and bone. Consequently, dermoid cysts can contain various types of solid physical tissue. It is common for a doctor to find hair and teeth formation, for instance, in dermoid cysts. Doctors surgically remove dermoid cysts because they can cut off the blood supply of the ovaries.

Endometriosis and tumors are covered under pathological ovarian cysts. While rare, this type of ovarian cyst can only be properly diagnosed after a thorough exam by a doctor. Pathological ovarian cysts can be found in both their benign, non-cancerous form and malignant, cancerous forms. Quick treatment is the best solution once a tumor has been found being that they can be rather persistent, swollen and have a thick exterior's. The other end of the spectrum is the endometrioid cyst caused by endometriosis. Endometriosis is when a small piece of endometrial tissue bleeds, falls off and moves to the inside of the ovaries where it reattaches itself. The prime reproductive years in a womans life is when this generally happens, but pathological cysts are still much less common then functional cysts.

The different types of ovarian cysts must be diagnosed and treated appropriately. However, all women should speak to their doctors about ovarian cysts in order to be properly informed and guard their health.

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What Causes Ovarian Cysts?

By Jay Tyler


Ovarian cysts can develop for many reasons. Every month during a typical menstrual cycle, the ovaries produce follicles which resemble cysts in structure. The follicles produce the estrogen and progesterone hormones. Common causes of ovarian cysts occur when a follicle keeps growing beyond its normal time period and becomes an ovarian cyst.

Among ovarian cysts, follicular cysts are the most prevalent. They hardly ever produce any symptoms and usually resolve by themselves. They are usually harmless. Follicular ovarian cysts are usually caused when the pituitary gland hormones that stimulate egg release by the ovaries cause the follicle to swell instead. The enlarged follicle develops into a cyst.

When you body is having luteinizing hormone surges during your monthly cycle, this is when an egg is released. The follicle that developed ruptures and an egg is released, producing estrogen and progesterone preparing your body for the possible conception. At this stage the follicle is known as a Corpus Luteum. If the Corpus luteum seals off and starts collecting fluid inside a cyst is formed.

Treatment is normally not needed for a corpus luteum cyst as it typically disappears. Before it does disappear it can grow to almost 4 inches in diameter. Hemorrhaging and twisting of the ovary can also potentially occur. Severe pelvic and abdominal pain can result. Corpus luteum cysts may rupture if filled with blood, this can cause sharp pain and internal bleeding.

Clomiphene citrate, a commonly prescribed fertility drug to induce ovulation, might be a cause of ovarian cysts. Usage of this drug may result in an increased risk that a corpus luteum cyst might develop. Corpus luteum cysts by themselves do not pose a risk to pregnancy.

Ovarian cysts containing blood, known as hemorrhagic or endometrioid cysts form in the same way. The presence of blood might have been the result of an injury or from leakage of surrounding blood vessels through to the egg sac. When causes of ovarian cysts from bleeding and shedding of endometrial tissue occurs in the ovaries, painful cysts may form. If left to continue, the pooling blood may rupture causing pelvic pain.

Though it is not possible to completely prevent the causes of ovarian cysts, increasing exercise, controlling stress, improving the quality of your diet, and improving your health can help minimize the probability of the development of an ovarian cyst.

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Conquer your Headaches using Homeopathy

By Amy Cantwell


Countless numbers of people are bombarded with headaches on a daily basis. Any type of headache, whether it is caused by stress, migraines, or even dental problems, can affect your quality of life and make it very difficult to get through the day. Conventional medicines only serve to mask the symptoms and are short lived in their effectiveness. Over the counter pain relievers can cause a tolerance to build up in your body after a while so that they no longer relieve your headaches as well as they once did.

It's not surprising that millions of headache sufferers are choosing homeopathic headache remedies. Homeopathic treatments are effective, natural ways of getting your body to heal itself and encourage optimum health. Homeopathy for headaches can include homeopathic medicines and remedies such as stress relief, dietary changes, exercise, rest, and increased hydration.

Treating headaches with homeopathy teaches the body how to treat its own problems. Some medicines actually cause the very symptoms that the sufferer is trying to clear up, calling the body's defenses to action. Besides bringing instant relief, this can also lessen the appearance of general symptoms over an extended period of time.

Using homeopathic treatments or medications for homeopathy for headaches can be found from a homeopathic health practitioner, health food and supplement stores, and from some homeopathic supply dealers. In most health food or supplement stores, you will find bottles of supplements labeled "headache relief," or "migraine support", among others. These capsules often contain the same type of homeopathic medicines that are given individually or in specific combinations by homeopathic health practitioners.

Just to make sure that the product you are using is right for you and your specific headache, getting a homeopathic health care practitioner to double-check the ingredients list is always a good idea. You may personalize your treatment by educating yourself on the basics of homeopathy for headaches. You will find solutions to chronic headaches in most books on homeopathy.

With homeopathic remedies for a headache, just like with all homeopathic treatment, what works for one person may not work for the next. You may have to experiment with treatments and medicines to see what works best for you. When you do, you will be amazed at how great it feels to get through entire days without worrying about headaches.

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Benefits Of Acupuncture Treatment

By Bi Kun tan


Acupuncture, ayurveda, homeopathy and other Chinese and Indian medicines are very successful in treating a number of conditions and ailments. Many people often resort to acupuncture in the end, when they can find no other cure. However, acupuncture can treat many ailments single handedly; this is even recognized by the world health organization (WHO)

There are over 40 ailments for which the WHO recommends acupuncture treatment. Many people think of acupuncture only as a cure for pain. While acupuncture has proven effective in this area, as a successful treatment for back pain, shingles pain, carpal tunnel, migraines, etc., its applications are much more extensive.

Among the ailments that acupuncture is recommended for are a variety of digestive problems such as irritable bowel syndrome and acid reflux. Acupuncture offers help for everyone from asthmatics to people with kidney stones. Women especially may benefit from acupuncture in cases of morning sickness and PMS.

Those suffering from brain disorders, depression, anxiety, or insomnia can benefit from acupuncture. In fact, properly administered, acupuncture can be used to treat almost any disease. People have begun to realize its many benefits and acupuncture institutes are springing up everywhere to train practitioners.

The answer to aWhat can Acupuncture Treat?a cannot be summed up into a small article as the treatment which acupuncture can offer is endless. One can logon to the internet to find out the various cures which acupuncture offers. It can be used to cure almost all digestive, Neurological Upper Respiratory, Urinary and Reproductive, Immune Function, Musculoskeletal Emotional and Psychological Circulatory Disorders Eye and Ear Disorders and other addictions

In addition to the benefits acupuncture offers those suffering from major illnesses, acupuncture treatment can also help people who have just a small, nagging concern, or those who have no disease at all and are just interested in preventing illness.

A big reason that acupuncture seems to be taking hold in the west is that more and more people are looking for solutions to their reproductive problems. Many couples have turned to acupuncture to address sexual dysfunction and both male and female infertility.

With such an exhaustive list of treatments offered by acupuncture, I donat think so that anyone can challenge acupuncture by asking \"what can acupuncture treat?aTherefore we can see that traditional Chinese forms of cure are valid and beneficial even today

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Thursday, September 25, 2008

Allergic to Down Comforters?

By Dorothy Medlum


Sneezing and Coughing from sundown to sunup? You could be allergic to Down Comforters.

Many people who have allergies don't have a clue to why they have them. They may feel badly and have signs of discomfort, but they really don't know what is causing there allergy attacks.

Unless you get tested by your allergist, you could be like many of them. However, if you have a down comforter and you find that your allergy attacks are happening at night, it may be that your comforter is the exact source of your allergy.

Get Tested by a Certified Allergist

While lying in your bed at night, you begin coughing, sneezing, and worse symptoms also come, it could be literally any number of things causing you such discomfort.

Pets may have gotten some hair on your pillow or bed covers. If you have plants in your home, it may have been them that have caused this. Only by getting treated by the allergist can you be sure of your allergies and be assured that you indeed have an allergy to down comforters.

If you can't afford to see an allergist at this time, there is still some help for you. The first thing you should do is start by switching your bed covers for a few nights. If you replace your comforter with a bed spread, and you awake to feeling great without any symptoms, chances are; you are allergic to your comforter.

The allergy to down comforters is from the down feathers that make the down so soft. This down isn't only found in comforters, it is also found in pillows and other things made for the bed to be designed to be soft as possible.

All is Not Lost You can Still be Comfortable at Night

If you have now replaced your down comforter with a substitute, and you are no longer experiencing those awful attacks, then you were allergic to your comforter. You don't have to suffer or be uncomfortable, they make imitation down comforters, and they are filled with fiberfill that is non-allergenic. You can get one, and it is comfortable too.

Imitation down comforters are available that help you sleep well at night without the irritation of an allergy. These comforters are made of materials that don't cause you reactions but that are still soft enough to have a comfortable bed and not to miss the real thing. Making a few changes will help you to still have a comfortable bed without having to suffer with your allergy to down comforters.

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Wednesday, September 24, 2008

Revealed! - Superfoods

By Jane McQuigan


Superfoods by their very nature are foods that have the ability to heighten our energy, and general wellness more than regular foods. Superfoods are natural foods that are rich in vitamins, minerals and enzymes, with high levels of antioxidants that help the body fight free radicals and prevent cell damage.

Superfoods help to strengthen blood, nourish our essential organs and revitalise and rebuild damaged cells. Particular superfoods have the power to detox our whole system.

While a rich diverseness of whole foods such as many green leaf veges should be the lynchpin of any wholesome diet, science indicates that it is sometimes difficult for most of us to eat decent amounts of these foods on a frequent basis.

Alas, with today's fast paced work hard life-style, many people oftentimes acquire nutritional deficiencies, which can also be induced by diet because the intake of vital nutrients is severely lacking. If you can incorporate just one or two of these superfoods in your diet, daily, they can literally improve your life. Many people discover vigour levels are massively elevated, brain function is stronger and overall health and welfare is greatly improved.

The umpteen health gains of superfoods which include chlorella are undeniable and these superfoods are also valuable at preventing a number of diseases and therefore should form the basis of any disease prevention programme.

Superfoods are really important and are lush with potent nutrients and enzymes needed for optimal health and wellbeing and are far more than just "supplements". Superfoods really are Mother Earth's gifts to us.

For the best results we would invariably recommend eating these superfoods at least 4-6 weeks although nearly all people will begin to discover differences in vitality levels, appetite etc within a few days to a week although this does depend entirely upon the person, general diet, life-style and health product.

Superfoods are also an outstanding way to make up for dietary inadequacies. So having spirulina powder for example would help people missing in B vitamins. Remember, superfoods are living foods and will feed the body with lost or deficient mineral vitamins and other important nutrients. I almost forgot to mention that superfoods like maca are also tasty and make really delicious, nutritious low fat snacks!

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Tuesday, September 23, 2008

Got Anxiety? Massage Chairs are Your Relief

By James Knolan


If you suffer from bouts of anxiety, then you may find relief with massage chair therapy. Anxiety can arise from various causes. Whatever the events driving your anxiety, your body responds to it in known ways. For instance, you may feel chest pain, palpitations, shortness of breath or even sweating. Your body has been programmed biologically to react and respond in certain ways. One effective relief of anxiety is massage chair therapy.

Massage has been cited in many studies to provide an effective method to reduce anxiety and also stress hormones in the body. These studies are generally for non-chronic forms of anxiety. Chronic anxiety requires a greater variety and intensity of treatments. However, even low levels of anxiety can prove to be debilitating to those suffering from that condition.

If you think about it, a soothing massage helps you to relax and unwind. But that is just the beginning. There are many health benefits of massage therapy. Massage can provide much needed relief for sufferers of anxiety. If you have a more chronic, intense or prolonged periods of anxiety, then it is always best to consult you health care professional before deciding on a course of action.

What is massage therapy? It is the manipulation of your muscles and other soft tissues to relieve tension and tightness. You may be familiar with many of the more universal massage treatments. Perhaps you know about Swedish massage or shiatsu massage. There are a wide variety of techniques which target specific areas and benefits.

Massage chairs bring affordability and a way to receive continuous and periodic treatment. Access is a big problem with massage therapy. Massage chairs bring you unprecedented access to effective treatment on a continuous basis. You can find a few minutes everyday to let a massage chair relieve your trouble spots.

While massage therapy targets the soft tissue areas and massage chairs have very effective massage therapy. They also have many other elements that compliment massage therapy. If you want to reduce anxiety, how about music? Massage chairs have built in MP3 players that help take your mind off things while your body is being treated. You can drift off to your favorite music, and get your body back in balance at the same time.

Massage chairs have full body massage capabilities. They provide effective massage therapy to your back, neck and shoulder areas. They have air massage systems that provide compression massage therapy to your extremities and lower body. These massage therapies are very soothing. You can target specific areas and concentrate on them for longer periods until you get the relief you want.

How would you like a good stretch? Some of the best massage chairs have lower body traction systems and some even can stretch your arms and shoulders. This helps to increase your flexibility. There are even massage chair recliners that have integrated heating elements. You can select to apply heat to different parts of body to suit your needs.

Looking for a massage chair can be a daunting challenge. You find too many manufacturers or really importers. You want to be careful and buy a massage chair from a reputable company. You can trust massage chairs from Panasonic, Omega or Sanyo. These are built to last and come with excellent warranty coverage. Be careful of massage chair prices that seem too good to be true.

Anxiety may be a more common symptom in our new economy. Everything is much harder now then just a few short years ago. You need to find more effective tools to cope with this new economy. Do not let anxiety and stress get the better of you! Fight back with treatments that provide an effective counter balance to anxiety--like massage. Massage chair therapy is an excellent method to relieve that anxiety and get you focused on more productive pursuits.

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Prevent Colon Cancer By Colon Cleaning

By Elaine Petin


Cleansing your colon aids to rid the body of all of the bad elements and parasites that can actually do a number on the human body. A good cleaned colon is a step in the appropriate way in avoiding colon cancer. Now there is education readily available about the mortalities with colon cancer and the importance of early detection.

Colon cancer by and large starts in the big bowel and begins from an amount of dead cells that have been lying dormant for a long time period. An individual is at an even greater risk if there is a family chronicle of colon cancer. Colon purifying is a really positive preventative step in the battle against colon cancer. There are so many factors that lead to colon cancer and many people truly do need to become enlightened about them.

Negative diets that are low in fiber, limited of physical exercise, negative slumber habits, and smoking are all sparks for the colon to go unbalanced. After long time of maltreatment to the colon it is presumptive that a blockage will happen and could really likely go untreated or unheeded. When this occurs you have just created a breeding base for colon cancer to produce and spread.

By prevention of getting a natural colon cleansing and of course watching your diet and making sure that it is high in fiber are definitely means to avoid colon cancer. Colon cancer is a slow growth cancer and it usually makes no sense to delay until there are signs of cancer to start prevention. A big contribution of the threat comes into play when fat accumulates in the walls of the bowels and the rectum. They just hang out there and become big clumps of nothing more than a hazard to your health.

Regular physical exercise is also very beneficial because what it does is allows your physical structure to flush out damaging toxins that actually can contribute to cancer. As mentioned before, smoking provides another danger of getting colon cancer as well as extreme radiation which can come from needless X-rays, CAT scans, and mammograms. Symptoms like eczema, frequent flu, allergies, weak immune system, poor intestine movements, low vitality levels, and bloating can be revealing of too many toxins in the human body. Therefore colon cleansing can greatly reduce your chances of having colon cancer.

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Is There A Need To See A Chiropractor For Your Back Pain?

By Dr Tony AP Joseph


Modern medicine cannot fix everything and a back pain chiropractor is good for treating backpain.

These back pain professionals know everything starts with the spine, and any type of back injury is somehow connected to the spine.

A good chiropractor will use his spine knowledge to figure out that a chain reaction could be taking place in your body.

It will cause all other muscles to react in such a way that it compensates for the injured part, thus causing strain on the body.

It's a vicious cycle that a back pain chiropractor can help with as long as you go to them early for the help.

A good chiropractor will focus on minimising the pain and help achieve balance for your spine, and thereafter continue to maintain the balance.

This can be achieved through various methods and often can be combined with other methods to enhance their business.

These methods can include acupuncture or acupressure, and you can really tune up the body if you find a back pain chiropractor that has these abilities to treat as well.

Chiropractor And Insurance Information

The chiropractor will be able to help if they are specialised in accident treatment.

They can help treat your back and also with your insurance.

It is an industry practise that about 30% can be used to see a back pain chiropractor.

Back pain chiropractor can help minimised the pain and also the pills.

Healthcare may not cover such a case and and painkillers can be very expensive.

Some of the benefits is getting your life back on track.

The vicious cycle will be broken if the spine gets back in alignment.

Back pain chiropractor is licensed therapeutic professional, and they can go beyond the standard chiropractor medicine.

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The History of Hypnosis

By Robert J Micheals


Hypnosis is defined as "a trancelike state that resembles sleep but is induced by a person whose suggestions are readily accepted by the subject." Every kind of hypnotism involves the element of suggestibility, and this concept of controlling the behavior of another is one of those things that gives hypnosis its allure and its colorful history.

Early History Of Hypnosis

Prehistoric Indian and Egyptian societies treated their sick by taking the patient to a sleep temple, where hypnotic incantations were used to put the patient in a sleep-like state. Between 1400 and 1700, many early hypnotic healers used suggestibility and the power of magnets to heal individuals afflicted by a variety of ailments.

Western Medicine Pays Attention

Western doctors began paying attention to the field of hypnosis in about 1770, although it was called "mesmerism" at the time. Austrian physician Dr. Franz Mesmer conducted experiments that showed patients' blood clotted as quickly when a magnet passed over the wound as when the patient was told that a magnet was passing over the wound but the mesmerist actually passed a stick over the wound. Of course, Mesmer's theory relies on the perhaps flawed assumption that passing a magnet over a wound causes the blood to clot.

In the early 19th century, Indo-Portuguese priest Abbe Faria introduced a form of hypnosis that he said "generated from within the mind" by the intense expectations and suggestibility of the patient. In 1821, Recamier used hypnosis as a form of anesthesia and operated on patients under a "mesmeric coma."

The term hypnosis was coined by the eminent Scottish neurosurgeon Dr. James Braid in 1842, who also helped to develop the hypnotic procedure as we know it today. It was Dr. Braid who introduced the idea of a spinning watch into hypnosis culture, believing that watching a bright moving object over a prolonged period creates a physiological, trance-like response.

Modern Hypnosis

It was Russian medicine that developed the field of obstetric hypnosis, culminating in the Lamaze method of childbirth, where hypnotic suggestion is used to manage pain during childbirth. Lamaze claimed his method was more reflex-driven than hypnotic, but it remains popular with expectant parents today.

After World War II, psychology merged with hypnosis, and this blend was used to treat patients for post traumatic stress disorder. Another blended treatment involved Pavlov's classical conditioning, in which Pavlov had induced pigeons into an altered psychological state. Besides easing pain in childbirth, hypnosis today is used to help patients stop smoking, lose weight, treat drug addiction, and also change other destructive behaviors that are subject to suggestibility during hypnosis.

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Save Money When Buying an Anti Wrinkle Cream

By Julie Samtsonn


Where do you look for a wrinkle cream for the average person? Many people are bothered by wrinkles but they do not have the money to pay for expensive treatments. Not everyone can afford to go have botox treatments and pay for expensive face peels. That does not mean they want to put up with looking older than they are.

Of course there are cheaper wrinkle creams that will be effective. You will need to search for the right one that will be suitable for you. Finding a wrinkle cream that specifically helps your particular problem will be best.

The most effective wrinkle creams are found once you know what type of anti wrinkle cream you need and you can purchase the product that is right for you. It will be worth your while for you to check out your local drug store. They offer a nice variety of products and you will very likely find what you need. You can get great savings by buying from your local discount drug store as opposed to TV ads.

You can get good products online; there is no dearth of websites offering anti wrinkle creams. The good thing is that there are product reviews on these sites. They also have testimonials and customer feedback. These customers are keen to tell anyone and everyone about their positive and negative experiences with products.

The one thing you will want to be aware of when you start searching for the best anti-wrinkle cream for your needs is you have to be careful who you buy something from if it is not a company that you are familiar with. The best company will offer a 100% money back guarantee if you are not satisfied that they have performed the way they said they would.

Any company that is serious about their business will encourage reviews and customer feedback on their site. Both good and bad comments are encouraged to give the potential customer a complete picture of the product. Potential customers appreciate honesty and will be more inclined to buy from a site that is up front about its products.

A company that only has good reviews about a product is not entirely trustworthy. No mater what you do, there will always be customers who are not entirely satisfied with a product. Their comments provide a different aspect on the product and are welcomed by buyers. Never underestimate your potential customers.

When you look for a product that will help to rid your face of those premature aging signs, find one that is the best value for your money. If the product you choose has the right ingredients, it will work no matter if it costs $20 or $100. The ingredients are what counts.

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Reduce Wrinkles with Anti Wrinkle Cream

By Julie Samtsonn


Anti wrinkle creams will not unleash the fountain of youth but can hide the signs of old age. There are many people trying to hide their age and look more youthful. This is the reason that there are new products being introduced everyday. Most of them have essential ingredients that works very well to hide those tell tale signs of aging.

Whether or not you're a fan of plastic surgery, you can look and feel fresher and more youthful with the simple application of a good antiwrinkle cream. The newest antiwrinkle creams have a few basic ingredients in them to help your skin look fresh and young. Let's take a look at them.

Exfoliants:

The best anti wrinkle creams increase new skin regeneration, this process slows down as we age. When you are 20 your skin will manage to regenerate in about 28 days, but this process will take at least 40 days by the time you are 40.

New skin emerges when the old top layer is exfoliated. This stimulates your skin to make new skin cells. Topical scrubs can be harmful to your skin, but anti wrinkle creams are gentle. These creams just slough away the top layer of your skin, but scrubs will literally scratch it off. This can result in skin irritation.

Hydroxy acids are common ingredients in anti wrinkle creams. Retinol, a derivative of vitamin A is also used. These substances stimulate new skin cells.

When new skin growth is stimulated collagen is increased. This will help your skin look more youthful.

Effective sunscreen:

A good sunscreen is an important ingredient for many anti wrinkle creams. Alternatively you can put on separate sunscreen but it is more convenient to have it as part of your anti wrinkle cream. Because new skin is more sensitive to the sun you will need some extra protection in the shape of sunscreen.

Anti toxins:

Good antiwrinkle creams also contain antioxidants that topically help destroy free radicals within skin layers. Free radicals encourage skin damage, wrinkling, age spots, and other unwanted signs of aging. By neutralizing these free radicals, antioxidants such as vitamins C and E or coenzyme Q 10 help protect your skin from damage deep within its layers.

Another point is that you should make sure that you do some research online to find out what others say about a particular antiwrinkle cream. You should be able to get some good reviews from unbiased customers so that you get the best value for your money. A note about price is that you should NOT have to spend a lot to get a good antiwrinkle cream. In fact, some of the more moderately priced "department store" brands do a better job staving off wrinkles than pricier brands do.

Finally, even a very good antiwrinkle cream may not be the one for you if you get it and you find out that you are allergic to a certain ingredient or that it's otherwise irritating. Therefore, make sure that the product you buy has a money back guarantee. This way, you can be sure that the money you spend will be spent on a product you can actually use.

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Monday, September 22, 2008

The Benefits Of Using Acomplia To Lose Weight

By Chris Channing


With several million people in the world being overweight or obese, weight loss is a prime concern amongst medical professionals and individuals alike. Weight loss is hard, and controlling your appetite can be even harder. Diet pills prescribed by a medical doctor can aide in weight loss and make getting to a healthy weight easier. Acomplia is a weight loss drug of choice in the European nations because of its versatile uses. Acomplia's other name is Rimonabant.

Acomplia has been approve for use in many countries worldwide, because it is a generally safe and effective drug. It works by simply blocking appetite sensors in your brain, so that you are not inclined to binge or eat unnecessarily. Those who are overweight are generally tricked by their appetites into believe that they are really hungry when they are not.

This medicine works best if you have a BMI over 27, and are able to exercise and change your eating habits. While exercise and eating right can play a role in weight loss, the medicine Acomplia, plays an even bigger role. Some people spend years trying to lose weight through exercise and a healthy diet, but it is difficult due to underlying issues.

Acomplia will help ease those problems, because your appetite will be suppressed. Suppression does not mean starving, but instead, your appetite is reduce to what it should be normally. Instead of dieting and exercising and suffering through your cravings; Acomplia will allow you to diet worry free by controlling your appetite as well. Appetite suppression is one of the most effective methods of weight loss, and Acomplia has aided in weight loss for thousands of overweight individuals.

The FDA has not approved Acomplia for use in the United States. The FDA feels that Acomplia poses too many risks for its consumers, despite obvious evidence of its success rate in other users. Acomplia is a fairly new drug, so expect it to be approved eventually in the USA. Acomplia has many more benefits than downsides, including greatly lowering the risk of diabetes and heart disease.

While Acomplia is primarily a weight loss drug, it has also been shown to prevent smokers from smoking. That simply adds to the benefits of this medicine; especially since weight loss after quitting smoking is often a concern. Many smokers use this to quit smoking, and then go on to lose weight with it as well.

Closing Comments

Acomplia is a versatile drug and can help manage weight loss as well as other things.

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Get Rid of Toenail Fungus: The Causes, Prevention & Treatment

By Rashel Dan


Nail fungus is treatable. Though it may take some time, it can be stopped with the application of proper treatment and a few changes in lifestyle.

What causes the fungus? Toenail fungus or Onychomycosis is a fungal infection of the nails. This happens when fungus lives around and under the nails and feeds on the keratin that makes up the hard surface of the nails. Toenail fungus are harder to treat than fingernail fungus since it is more exposed to the dark, warm and damp environment caused by wearing socks and closed shoes.

You can pick fungus up while walking barefoot in public wet areas. Such places include public showers, saunas, spas and swimming pools. Having a manicure or pedicure in professional nail salons may also be one cause of toenail fungus, especially if they do not sterilize their tools regularly. Wearing enclosed shoes and nonabsorbent socks made of synthetic materials could also be another reason.

People are more susceptible to infection if they have weak immune system. Other health risk factors include a history of medical conditions like diabetes or poor circulation. Genetic vulnerability may also be another factor.

Nail trauma is also another cause. Activities like running or playing sports can easily rupture a nail plate. The moisture that is trapped in shoes and socks can then make its way into the nail cracks, inviting the nail fungus in and making it even harder to treat.

Poor hygiene can cause toenail fungus. Thoroughly drying your feet and toes is very important to prevent fungal growth in your toenails.

Prevention

Don't go barefoot in communal wet areas. As much as possible, wear your own protective footwear such as sandals when using public showers, pools and other wet areas.

Always keep a dry feet. After swimming, showering, or washing your feet, thoroughly dry your feet using a clean towel (your own, don't share). The spaces between your toes are where moisture is likely to be trapped so pay close attention to it.

Regularly trim your nails. Trim your nails straight across and refrain from digging too deep in the corners. Avoid wearing nail polish as it can seal in the fungus. Also, nail polish can prevent sunlight from penetrating under the nail, which makes the dark environment even more preferable to the fungus.

Use clean tools. If possible, do manicures and pedicures by yourself. If it can't be helped, at least use your own tools which you disinfect on a regular basis.

Treatment

You have many options but only a few works. Forgo the home remedies. They are generally ineffective. Oral prescription medication is a no-no since it produces negative side effects that could even lead to death in extreme cases. Topical solutions are safer and more effective to use. It is made of natural essential oils such as tea tree, almond, clove, and lavender, which are known to promote healthier looking nails. They are less expensive, easier to use, and has no known side effects. This is the choice for you if you want to get rid of toenail fungus faster and safer.

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Sunday, September 21, 2008

Get amazing relief from a pinched nerve on your neck

By Zack Beartoes


Nowadays many people are turning to home remedies for a cure to their ailments considering that other types of medicines have adverse side effects. Easily prepared and used, people using home remedies can be assured of its hygiene and quality. By far the best remedy when compared to other remedial measures is the home remedy for pinched nerve on neck. First, let's look first of what this ailment (pinched nerve) is all about, what triggers it and home remedies for this ailment.

When researching anything, going online is the best way to start as it's an instant information bank for anything. The internet provides information at your fingertips giving you not only details of the disease but also remedies. Detailed information about alternate therapies like homeopathy, holistic, alternate herbal treatments etc are in great detail. Alternate medicine is preferred by people as a safe option and holistic treatments are even safer.

When you have pinch in the nerve on you neck the pain is unbearable. All medical treatments only try to suppress pain and fail to find a natural cure. Depression, stress and lack of good posture might result in pinched nerve on neck. Sometimes overall physical weakness due to lack of vitamins and minerals or persistence of arthritis, nutritional food and balance in the body posture are also known factors which result in this ailment.

When you contract a muscle pain or a pinched nerve it is best to take a hot bath or applying a hot water bottle in the affected area. Hot oil massages can also be given smoothly. Pressing the pinched nerve lightly with warm oil can relive pain immediately as well. Sometimes calcium deficiency might cause this health condition and muscle pain. So taking an extra calcium dosage either as medication or food supplement can cure this ailment slowly.

Acidity is the worst culprit who can cause the physical body to suffer with all sorts of pains. Thus keep acidic foods away or consume less. Likewise inadequate potassium can cause pain and thus under the doctors advice you can add potassium to your diet. Foods that are rich in potassium are avocadoes, apricots, beets, bananas, dates, figs, melons, skimmed milk, roasted peanuts, almonds, orange juice, prunes, etc. eating in time, eating food rich in minerals and vitamins are some of the home remedies for pinched nerve on neck. Eating foods like papaya, cucumber, water melon, apple, bananas and taking breakfast without fail and eating 2-3 hours before sleep can help in eliminating acidity.

Generally people prefer only home remedies for pinched nerve as it is easy and it gives quick relief from pain. Whatever the remedy home, holistic or otherwise whatever brings pain relief is what people prefer at all times.

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Can Anyone Hypnothize With The Power of Conversational Hypnosis?

By Frank Bates


There's something new and hot in the field of psychology, and it's called conversational hypnosis. Maybe you've heard how effective these semi-secret techniques can be in persuading other people to do what you want. The question on many peoples' minds is can anyone hypnothize using just these skills and everyday language?

And did you know that the secrets of conversational hypnosis can assist you in changing your life for the better? You can enhance the quality of your life as well as increase your worth at work by applying certain conversational hypnosis techniques. These secrets are easy to master and can have a profound affect on your life.

Even without you being aware of it, the secrets of conversational hypnosis have been in action in your life already. In reality, they are used on you with greater frequency than you know. When you listen to an advertisement, a sales pitch or even watch an ad on TV, they are making use of the same techniques and secrets of conversational hypnosis.

The most important principle to realize when trying to master the secrets of conversational hypnosis, is to remember that everyone has the same brain. Everyone's brain has the same makeup, so everyone is capable of experiencing positive and negative sensations and emotions. It is also possible to influence certain things through the brain, as well. The brain is primarily influenced through vocal stimulation, which means that behavior is, too. This is one of the leading secrets of conversational hypnosis, and the reason why it is successful.

Once you have started practicing the secrets of conversational hypnosis, you won't have to seek others out in order to make sales, develop business relationships or make new friends. People will gravitate toward you instead. And, in contrast to numerous old-fashioned behavior control strategies, conversational hypnosis will be so inconspicuous that no one will ever realize what is happening.

In some cases, the techniques on how to influence people as taught in some motivational sales-type seminars will actually drive people away. These are focused on using "strong-arm" tactics to make the sale rather than guiding a customer to reach that decision naturally. One of the major secrets of conversational hypnosis is to how to draw people to you, not to pursue them.

A major principle of conversational hypnosis is using a combination of the proper tone of voice with key terms and phrases. What you say is often less important than how you say it, this is true of any human communication. There exist certain words of power and confidence that can sway anyone to concur with your view or do what you ask of them, so long as they are spoken in the right tone.

The secrets of conversational hypnosis are not difficult to learn. Contrary to what you may think, there is no magic like Harry Potter involved. Rather, conversational hypnosis is premised on persuading and influencing others by utilizing specific techniques and secrets that anyone an master. Can anyone hypnothize using these techniques? The proof is in the pudding and thousands of people would say Yes!

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You Need To Give Alternative Medicine A Second Look

By Grover J. Edison


There are healing processes that span the world rooted in religion, spirituality, possible metaphysics or rooted to nothing at all they just don't belong to Western medical traditions. These types of healing processes are what is known as alternative medicine.

Sometimes these are newly developed methods, whether they work or not is to be found out. If, however, a previously untested and therefore 'alternative' medicine is tried, tested and found to be good at healing then it can be adopted by 'conventional' medicine practitioners and enter the mainstream.

Herbal drugs and herbal supplements have flooded the market. It is hard to distinguish what works among the many, many claims being made by manufacturers of these supplements. Doctors have a hard time figuring out which ones are fraudulent and which ones actually serve any purpose. Many manufacturers succeed in reaching into your pockets anyway. Thankfully now there are ways to protect yourself from such frauds.

There are a few steps you can follow to protect yourself. One such step is to read the labels of the herbal supplement that you are considering taking. On that label there should be a stamp from either the United States Pharmacopoeia or the NSF International. These two agencies try to help regulate herbal supplements. The second step, don't take the herbal supplement if one of those validating agencies did not give it a stamp of approval. The reason for this is that if an herbal supplement has a stamp from the USP or NSF then it passed the strict guidelines these agencies have to prevent you from being scammed. Know that there are still many that are currently on the market that are in the waiting line for these agencies approval. We have a huge "thank you" to give to Duke, Stanford and Harvard universities for all the research they are doing in this area.

The research of alternative medicine that these three universities have done is aimed at finding herbal remedies that actually work and then figuring out how they work. This research has already helped prove scientifically the benefits of acupuncture and the use of glucosamine to relieve pain as well the use of calcium, magnesium and guided imagery to relieve certain PMS symptoms. The disadvantage is that it takes time for these supplements to work; some times it can take 6 to 8 weeks.

It is always advised that before you take an alternative supplement or use an alternative remedy you consult a specialist in the field. Alternative medicine practitioners should belong to the Consortium for Academic Health Centers for Integrative Medicine. Much like a manufacturer can rip you off, so can a "practitioner" if they have not had the education that is needed to be considered a practitioner. The importance of consulting a valid practitioner is that they can help you use the correct remedy in the correct manner to actually help you. If you do not want to use a validated practitioner then at least make sure the herbal supplement that you are using has the stamp of the USP or NSF.

Proponents of alternative medicine are also known to be opponents of regulating agencies such as the FDA, these agencies are seen as restrictive and controlling moguls. The reason is that the advocates feel that agencies such as the FDA, NSF or USP delay the potential to help people with their strict guidelines. However they also feel that if these agencies do find fraud then these agencies should punish the individual manufacturers.

This is not the case world over. In India which happens to be the birthplace of several different alternative practices such as Aurveda, Unani, Homeopathy and Siddha. It is here in India that these alternative medicine practices are actually licensed by the government, though there is not any scientific data to support their uses. The next on the list to get licensed from the government is Naturopathy.The credibility of Naturopathy is on the rise, with universities offering bachelor degrees in it. India is doing it's own research into the alternative practices that are used in AYUSH, the Department of Ayurveda, Yoga, Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy. While these investigations continue it is wise that you do not succumb to treatments that do not have any validating basis.

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Saturday, September 20, 2008

Thyroidism Is Nothing To Joke About

By Jay Allen


Within recent times, there has existing a great deal direction on the issue of fast natural medications In addressing ailments generally. Many could even establish lays claim that orthodox medicine cannot construct. This has all of course extended to virtually all individuals seeking fast alternative medications as well answers to their illnesses.

Fortunately, many who have employed these natural alternative medication and have took in gratifying success with it. Hypothyroidism which is an shape coming from the improper function of the thyroid gland going to the deficient output of the thyroid gland's hormone addressed as thyroxine.

The thyroid gland is found at the smaller end of the neck precisely beneath the "Adam's apple". The thyroid gland as with any well operative organ does not just all of a sudden cease to function. Its malfunction is a product of particular bad conditions. So, if particular measures are taken earlier, there won't be any need within the beginning place to Start treating hypothyroidism.

There are a few paths to in efffect hold the thyroid gland Within regular healthy state.The very basic move anyone can induce is to be aware of his food intake. A persons diet is likely capable of either prolonging their existence on the surface of the planet, or letting him travel swifter to the grave than he ought to be proceeding.

Watching what you eat is not only principle within keeping back hypothyroidism, it's an competent way of keeping just about all illnesses away. The food you throw inside your belly is partially contributory for your all around well being. Indeed if one should ingest all that comes In your way with no consideration for your insides, then you might as well understand that your inner organs will be adversely affected rendering them unproductive. There are particular foods that will suppress the yield of thyroxine. several of those are mustard greens, broccoli, soybeans, cauliflowers, cabbage etcetera Foods such as sugar, refined foods, dairy products should always be avoided Within unnecessary amounts.

Should one detect that you have got hypothyroidism, stay away from caffeine, wheat and as well alcohol. Start including fatty acids In your diet. Taking in around 1000-15000mg of these key fatty acids thrice a day every week helps the thyroidal glands within its output of thyroxine.

Studies have likewise shown that vitamins A, B complex, C and E are important In thyroxine yield and also Within mostly improving the thyroid's health. Ahead consuming them however, look at the instructions Within what measures you should take them as well for what amount of time. Supplements like calcium, iodine L-tyrosine and selenium are also urged by dieticians.

Test every last one of those, simply see that you attempt a natural medication first at any cost.

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The best exercise to relieve the pain of a bulging disc

By Evan Beartoes


Back pain and influenza are probably one of the most common illnesses affecting most Americas and individuals globally. Daily exercise keeps us healthy. But only visit as doctor or chiropractor when there is a problem with us performing our daily routines. A common condition (Bulging disc) affecting both the young and old population alike of this country.

Neuro physicians recommend stretching exercises to ease Bulging disc. We first need to go over the anatomy of the back to comprehend how herniated discs affect the back and cause chronic pain. The backbone is a curved bone 'S' shaped structure. Vertebrae are stacked one on top of the other starting with the S1 to Lumbar L1 discs and concluding at the sacchrum and coccyx. The vertebrae are lined as building blocks of the back cushioned by soft-jelly like material that enables the back to absorb shock and injury to the back. The jelly like mass is in-between each vertebrae, it covers the circumference of each vertebrae.

Bulging disc occurs when the jelly like material protrudes out of the vertebrae. Known to affect individuals of all ages it causes chronic pain on the left or right region of the back. When occurring over a good length of time it affects the lower back also known as the lumbar region. When the nerve surrounding the spinal column is pinched by the bulging disc it causes pain or sciatica. Modern imaging techniques such as MRI are used when diagnosing a bulging disc.

Cortisone injections along with hot and cold temperature therapy, is prescribed by physicians to treat bulging discs. Physical therapy, yoga, and stretching exercises can be used for treating Bulging disc. Affecting the parathyroid glands pseudo gout is considered to be inherited. Misdiagnosed sometimes pseudo-gout is mistaken for Rheumatoid arthritis. Bulging disc is caused when the soft jelly like material moves away from the nucleus and protrudes into the nerve area of the spiral column, causing pain and later results in sciatica affecting both left and right side of the back.

Gout is a condition resulting in deposits of uric acid between the joints. Pseudo gout and gout can also affect the spine resulting in severe back pain. Although, rheumatoid arthritis rarely affects the back it may affect the spine resulting in a condition called myelopathy. It results in inflammation and severe weakening of the ligaments and tendons that connect the vertebrae and leads to instability of the neck and the back. This condition is serious and life threatening.

Bulging disc condition can be alleviated by stretching exercises and yoga. People have known to be relived from chronic back pain due to bulging disc with simple stretching exercises. Yoga 'asana' (forms) are i.e. knee rolls, knee lifts, pelvic twists, and sit ups can help low back pain. Stomach muscles are strengthened when yoga or any back exercises is done which compensates for loss of function to the vertebrae. Common yogasanas are recommended which help in stretching the back to improve circulation to the vertebrae. Before taking up such bending and stretching exercises one should be cautious and should it should be done in the presence of a therapeutic and trained yoga exert.

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Curing Toenail Fungus Naturally

By Rashel Dan


Curing toenail fungus can be difficult and can take some time. This is because the fungus grows under the nails. Also, since the feet are more exposed to the warm, dark and damp environment caused by wearing socks and shoes, they are more susceptible to the infection compared to fingernails. Toenail fungus rarely goes away on its own and proper treatment is needed for its cure.

What are the symptoms of toenail fungus?

Signs and symptoms of toenail fungus can be easily spotted. You can see, smell or feel the infection once it takes hold. The most observable sign is discoloration. The infected nails turn yellow, brown and may have white patches and streaks.

Nail infection can also turn into a black color. There is irregularity in shape, growth and texture of the nail. It could get flaky, chipped and brittle. Also, it could become so thick that it causes pain when wearing shoes. Debris may collect under the nails and infected nails could emit a foul odor. The nails could also become separated from the nail bed.

If you notice any of these symptoms on your nails, see your doctor immediately. It is important that you seek professional help right away so that you can proceed with the proper treatment. The earlier you start treatment, the easier toenail fungus will be to treat.

Oral Medication - Your doctor may recommend oral prescription medication. These are effective in treating toenail fungus. However, such anti-fungal prescription medication is unsafe. In fact, the FDA or Food and Drug Administration issued out a public health advisory during May 2001 regarding two of the most popular prescription medications for the treatment of nail fungus. The FDA concluded that side effects such as congestive heart failure and hepatic complications occur with these therapies. Because of such high risks, it is wise to turn to safer and more natural methods in curing toenail fungus.

Home Treatment - A safer method is by using home remedies. Soaking the infected nails in a fifty-fifty solution of apple cider and hydrogen peroxide for 45 minutes everyday may help cure toenail fungus. Another home remedy is by using a bleach and water mix, where you soak the infected nails into the solution for about a minute for several days. However, keep in mind that these home remedies rarely work and is generally ineffective. The bleach could even irritate your skin. Relying solely on home remedies is a waste of time, making the fungus even harder to treat.

Topical Creams - The best option would be to use topical solutions. In looking for a topical solution, make sure that you choose one that is made of natural ingredients such as essential oils found in plants. Because it is all natural, you are guaranteed that it is safe to use. And, don't rely on topical creams and lotions that don't get to the source of the nail fungus. There is a topical solution that actually penetrates and protects the nail so that it reaches the underlying cause of nail fungus.

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Friday, September 19, 2008

Review of The Omega OM-510 Prestigio Massage Chair Recliner

By James Knolan


The Prestigio massage chair is the subject of this product review. The OM-510 is made by the prestigious Omega Massage Corporation. We will submit this massage chair to a test of 5 separate categories. Each category can get between 0 and 20 points. We will look at the following areas for evaluation: Warranty & Customer Service, Comfort/Ergonomics, Ease of Use, Features and Massage Therapy. A maximum score of 100 points is possible in this review process. We now take a look at the OM-510 Prestigio massage chair recliner.

Warranty & Customer Service: You need to take the warranty serious with massage chairs. There are complex moving parts and you can avoid costly future issues. Look at it like an insurance policy. The Prestigio comes with 5 years on the frame, 3 years covered on parts, 90 days of in home service and also 1 year of parts shipping. This is very comprehensive for the mid-tier level. Customer service is competent and responsive. We score it a 19.

Comfort & Ergonomics: The comfort of a massage recliner is important, since you may want to use it just to sit. The OM-510 has a soft padded back pad and comes with a shoulder pillow and a head support pillow. Both of these are detachable. The seat is comfortable and supports the body well. Omega also includes an extra removable back pad. This is used to soften the massage if you are more sensitive. This is important as some users want a massage to be lighter than others. The chair is very well designed ergonomically. The footrest cradles the lower body well. The remote control holder is flexible and can be adjusted easily. Overall Rating for comfort and ergonomics is 17.

Ease of Use: Design of items with technical or complicated interfaces can frustrate users. We hear complaints about ease of use and this why it is an important category. We like the Prestigio with its color coded, large format buttons. The remote is laid out in a simple way with clear descriptions. The change from automatic and manual is a two button process which could be simplified. We give it a 16 for ease of use.

Key Features: Here is what we really like about the Prestigio OM-510 massage chair. It has a soothing reflexology foot massage and an invigorating shiatsu massage. The shiatsu massage gives great and thorough penetration to the back. The rollers reach down the lower lumbar for an excellent lower back massage. The reflexology foot massage takes the days tension right out of your feet. Place those tired, aching feet in the leg rest and let the soothing begin. The reflexology points are stimulated on the bottom of your feet while a firm compression massage takes place on the top of your feet. These key features rate an 18 on our evaluation of the OM 510.

Massage Therapy: This category is what the culmination of the massage chair is all about--The Massage. The OM-510 comes with 3 excellent automatic massages. This chair hits the lower lumbar better than most luxury level massagers even though it has a shorter stroke length. The shiatsu and kneading massages provide soothing relief to the neck and shoulders. The lower body is invigorated with the air massage system. This uses compression style massage to gently squeeze, hold and release the buttocks, thighs, calves and feet. This is one massage therapy arsenal. We rate the massage therapy a 19 for the OM-510 Prestigio massage chair.

Overall Rating: Let us present the total score for the OM-510 Prestigio from Omega Massage. We score this striking recliner an 89/100. This is perhaps the best mid tier massage chair. It combines elegant looks with soothing massage therapy. You get the best warranty protection and years of solid relief. The Omega OM-510 Prestigio massage chair recliner is the best mid tier model.

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How to Get the Best Results From Your Anti Wrinkle Cream

By Julie Samtsonn


Aging brings on signs of aging for everyone, it is just part of life, however as with many things in life, some of us do our very best to create the best situation for ourselves, it is no different when choosing an anti wrinkle cream. When you are searching for the best anti wrinkle cream you get what you pay for, this is why it is a good idea to do a bit of research into the subject of anti aging creams.

Luckily there is a huge assortment of these products to choose from. There are in fact many good anti wrinkle products out there and all we have to do is to find which one suits our needs and skin type.

There is a dual purpose for every anti wrinkle cream. One is to restore and repair your skin; the other is to reduce wrinkles and fine lines etc. The stimulation of elastin and collagen will help to accomplish this.

Always look for the active ingredients, when selecting a good anti wrinkle cream. They are often listed first on the label. Important ones to search for are vitamins A, C and E. elastin and collagen are stimulated by these and wrinkles are reduced.

Your skin will look suppler and younger with the help of Alpha-Hydroxy acids. This ingredient removes old dead skin and lets new skin emerge. Other good ingredients are olive oil, hyaluronic acid, fruit extracts grape seed oil and keratin. Look fro anti toxins as these get rid of the effects of free radicals that inhibit new cell growth.

Since there are so very many anti wrinkle creams to choose from, sometimes it is not easy to make a decision as to which product to use. You can do a bit of research into the various products you are interested in by reading the online reviews of such products. Especially interesting and informative are reviews written by skin care specialists or dermatologists. On the other hand, you can also consult with your dermatologist to find out what they recommend for your use, for your particular skin type.

Budget is also important when you are looking for a good anti wrinkle cream. Try to find something that will fit your budget, because when you find the right one you will need to continue using it. Free samples are also available and are useful for trial purposes. When you do this you will be able to know which of these anti wrinkle creams are suitable to you and detect any allergic reactions you may have.

Remember not every wrinkle cream product will work for everyone, you need to find one that is compatible with your skin type and works well for you and is affordable to you. Take your time finding the best anti wrinkle cream, it will be time well spent.

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Curing Nail Fungus with Self-Care and Natural Methods

By Rashel Dan


Curing nail fungus can be tough. Nail fungus happens when tiny organisms such as Tinea unguium infects your nails, either the fingernails or toenails. The fungus lives underneath the nail and feeds on the keratin that makes up the hard surface of the toe nail.

Because the fungus grows underneath the nail, the nail actually serves as a barrier that protects the fungus and allows it to grow. Nail fungus rarely goes away on its own, so it is important to get it treated as soon as it is detected.

Treatment Options - Fortunately, there are some steps you can take to cure nail fungus. A particular type of treatment that is very effective is using topical solutions that can be bought without a prescription. These antifungal topical solutions treat the underlying cause of nail fungus by using the power of all natural essential oils found in plants such as jojoba, lavender, lemongrass, clove, almond and tea tree oil, which all work to fight the infection and provide smoother skin. And because it is made of natural ingredients, you are sure that it is safe and that it does not have any adverse side effects that usually go with prescription medication. Also, it is very easy to apply. Just continue treatment for some time, pair it with self-care, and your nails will surely have a clearer and healthier appearance.

Self-Care

Hygiene and Self-Care - Self-care is also very important in treating nail fungus. To help prevent fungal infections, you should keep these tips in mind. Always keep your feet dry, especially the space between your toes where moisture is more likely to be retained. After showering or swimming, dry your feet thoroughly using a clean towel.

Always keep a dry feet. If you have sweaty feet, then use foot powder. Wear absorbent socks made of 100 percent pure materials like cotton or wool. Avoid closed and nonporous shoes made of synthetic materials. When using communal showers, swimming pools, saunas and spas, wear footwear like sandals. Don't go barefoot in these public areas.

Choose your nail salons carefully. When having a manicure or pedicure in a salon, make sure that they sterilize their instruments. Don't lend or borrow emery boards, nail clippers, nail files and etc.

Trim your nails regularly. Avoid using artificial nails and nail polish since they could have a negative impact on nails.

Recommended Diet

Your food diet plays an important part in curing nail fungus. People with nail fungus should take in more probiotics (good bacteria) such as yogurt and kefir. Good bacteria will help your body eliminate the fungus. Olive leaf extract is also a very good internal antifungal agent. Cut down on refined carbohydrates and if possible, reduce intake of sugar, white bread, beer, whine, vinegar, tea, melons, mushrooms, dried fruits, and berries.

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