31st January
2012
Quick quiz: Would you rather run 75 miles or have sex three
times per week for a year? Research shows that both activities
burn the same number of calories. (7,500, to be exact.)
We often think that something that feels good can't possibly be
good for us. Now it's time to think again.
Sex in a loving, intimate relationship has numerous health
benefits. In women, for example, the sexual act triggers the
release of oxytocin. Oxytocin promotes feelings of affection and
triggers that nurturing ...Read the rest of this entry »
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30th January
2012
I suppose it was only a matter of time before the mass marketing
about diet and fitness and weight loss caught up with Yoga.
After all, Yoga is certainly going through a period of
resurgance - not the first, as these things typically move in
cycles as does most of the market.
Typically though, when you read about Yoga, the topic is peace
of mind, spirituality, relaxation, meditation, perhaps physical
conditioning and strength (both physical and mental).
This time though, the debate rests ...Read the rest of this entry »
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29th January
2012
Achieving Optimum Health
"Optimum health is not just the absence of disease but the
presence of wellness in mental, emotional, physical, spiritual
and social areas. Some would also include financial health."
Introduction
Optimum health is essential at all levels, from the individual
to the society we live in to the environment around us. We have
to start thinking of wealth not just in terms of possession of
money and properties but also the possession of mental,
emotional, physical, social ...Read the rest of this entry »
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28th January
2012
Yoga is becoming a more and more popular activity in the
Western world today. The number of places holding Yoga classes
is on the increase and there is a plethora of different types of
Yoga. With a choice of Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Power Yoga,
Iyengar Yoga, Bikram Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga and many more it can be
easy to get confused
The article will help you to understand the difference between
the most popular types of Yoga so you can choose which type is
right for you.
Hatha Yoga - in Sanskrit ...Read the rest of this entry »
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27th January
2012
Balance Your Way To Health! © By Lena Sanchez
Some very wise people once made the statement, "We are a nation
of impending BIG BELLIES." Those very same wise people also
stated that;
"It is bad news to learn from our leading authorities that 99
percent of the American people are deficient in minerals, and
that a marked deficiency in any one of the more important
minerals actually results in DISEASE. Any upset of the balance,
any considerable lack of one or another element, however
microscopic ...Read the rest of this entry »
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26th January
2012
Every year about this time doctors around the world are
recommending that people go in and get their annual flu shot.
What most people don't know or understand is just how dangerous
this could be, especially for children under the age of 12. When
people call and say 'My doctor is telling the family to go in
and get a flu shot. Should I do it?''I tell them they should
learn about the side effects and decide for themselves'as a
chiropractor and naturopathic physician I don't' have the time
or ...Read the rest of this entry »
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25th January
2012
The purpose of this article is to provide information on
methods and techniques on how to cope with pain, or in some
instances, possibly even overcoming pain with the use of
techniques derived from Yoga meditation.
Chronic pain sufferers spend millions of dollars to find ways
of relieving their pain. This article hopes to share a process
that is natural, and free.
Meditation: The Most Popular Alternative Pain Relief
Therapy
According to a study in the Journal of the American ...Read the rest of this entry »
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24th January
2012
a href=http://www.sanacosmeticdental.com>Edmonton, Alberta
Cosmetic Dentist, Alex Pavlenko, DDS recently released a new
website located at http://www.sanacosmeticden
tal.com. It is comprised of each of the procedures that he
performs in the Edmonton area. These procedures include smile
makeover, instant orthodontics, porcelain veneers, tooth
whitening, crowns and bridges, white fillings, dental bonding,
dental implants, full mouth reconstruction, Invisalign, inlays /
onlays, laser dentistry ...Read the rest of this entry »
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23rd January
2012
What you are about to read applies to teaching, in general. In
fact, we are all teachers, to some degree. You teach your
friends, co-workers, strangers and family members on a daily
basis.
The example you set teaches someone in some way. Whether you are
a positive role model, or not, people, and the world, react to
you. Sorry to say, you have more responsibility than you thought
possible.
Do you realize that when you hurt one person, it will set a
chain of events into motion? Even worse is ...Read the rest of this entry »
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22nd January
2012
Every challenging occupation yields some sort of satisfaction,
but the fitness professionals industry had an amazing 85% job
satisfaction rate according to an Idea Health & Fitness survey.
Job Satisfaction
In the same survey, 98% of those interviewed felt that "My work
gives me a feeling of personal accomplishment." Lack of personal
satisfaction is the most frequent reason why people leave a job.
These statistics make it obvious that this is an extremely
harmonious atmosphere to work in.
For ...Read the rest of this entry »
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21st January
2012
It is hard to give precise advice about what can be considered a
good dentist that gives high quality results. The reason for
this is that each one of us is unique in the type of service we
need for our care, making it hard to compare. One thing you do
want to look for is a dentist who is genuinely interested in
your family's health and welfare in general. This way you know
you will be receiving the best possible care available. To
locate a dentist with the credentials you are looking for ...Read the rest of this entry »
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20th January
2012
One of the many subsets of the 5000 year old system used to
increase the well being of the mind, body and spirit, is known
as Hatha Yoga.
In Hatha Yoga participants combine a series of stretching
exercises referred to as asanas, specialized breathing
techniques and mental concentration. In fact, the famous Lotus
position is one of the many asanas used in Hatha Yoga.
The goal of the using Hatha Yoga, and most certainly the other
forms of Yoga as well, is to fuse and blend the human spirit
with ...Read the rest of this entry »
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19th January
2012
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18th January
2012
QID - QOD: What's The Difference?
To Frank(not his real name), and thousands of others like him,
the difference is a matter of life and death. Our story begins
when Frank was admitted to a hospital with breathing
difficulties. His physician ordered the usual breathing
treatments, tests and medication.
After a few days in the hospital, Frank's recovery had
progressed steadily, but he still wasn't strong enough to return
home. Arrangements were made to admit him to a skilled nursing
facility for ...Read the rest of this entry »
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17th January
2012
THE "FRIENDLY" BACTERIA Necessary To Health! © By Lena Sanchez
Yes, there is a friendly and necessary bacterium required to
stay health. Let me tell you a true story.
17 years ago, my 2 year-old grandson had been having diarrhea
for weeks and nothing seemed to stop it. The doctor had given
prescriptions and a diet that wasn't touching it. After two
weeks of diarrhea it had became watery and blood tinged making
my grandson one tired and cranky little boy as his system was
unable to absorb ...Read the rest of this entry »
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16th January
2012
Holistic Health
Health is defined by the WHO as 'a state of physical, mental and
social well-being, not merely an absence of diseases or
infirmity'. Flexible adjustment to the changing demands of
environment is health and it is not a state.
Genuine health is the perfect functioning of the tripod of Body,
Mind & Soul.
Holistic healthcare recognizes the effect of sociological,
psychological, economic, ecological and even political
influences on health.
Before 1960, only Allopathic medicine was ...Read the rest of this entry »
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15th January
2012
A smile freshens up the face better than any make-up can do. A
killer smile will make everyone look and stare. You do not have
to have a perfect set of teeth but keeping your pearly whites
clean and your breath smelling fresh will definitely be life
changing.
Brushing your teeth twice a day is an essential dental care.
This helps prevent tooth decay and gum disease. The size and
shape of your toothbrush should fit the mouth to enable the
brush to reach all areas easily. Using a toothpaste ...Read the rest of this entry »
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14th January
2012
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13th January
2012
In most forms of Yoga there are three components to the
practice; breathing, concentration and physical poses also known
as asanas. The two poses below are the most common asanas used
in Western Yoga practice today.
Padma-Asana: Probably the most famous and well-known pose; the
Padma-asana is referred to as the Lotus Position. The root of
the words to this pose mean to "bend", and "snake". Think of it
as the maneuvering of the body into a position that requires the
flexibility and smoothness of ...Read the rest of this entry »
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12th January
2012
The more overweight you are, the more likely you are to have
health problems. Studies show that you can improve your health
by losing as little as 10 to 20 pounds (5-9kg). The longer you
delay taking action, the more damage you may inflict upon your
health.
Obesity Epidemic:
·Heart Disease, Diabetes, Strokes, Cancer, Depression
·Medications ·Over 100,000 people a year die from properly
prescribed medications
Nutrition is necessary, and leads to everything else.
Cellular Nutrition: ·Delivers ...Read the rest of this entry »
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11th January
2012
Yoga mats are a basic part of every practice. What you might not
realize is that there are several types of yoga mats that you
can choose from.
Sticky Mats - These yoga mats offer a covering for your practice
area, as well as some stability for you when doing poses. They
are thin, lightweight, and come in a variety of colors. Some of
them have guide marks on them to illustrate proper hand and foot
placements. In order for these mats to be sticky and prevent you
from slipping and sliding, you ...Read the rest of this entry »
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10th January
2012
Article: Lower Cholesterol Levels Are Critical To Good Health By
Phil Beckett Copyright © Physique Concepts Inc.
Can any man really lower his cholesterol?
Lower cholesterol levels should be a health concern of every
man.
Heart disease is the number one killer among so-called healthy
men in Western world today. More than 40% of men will die from
it.
What is particularly disturbing is that strokes and heart
attacks are becoming much more common in younger men.
It seems that younger men, even ...Read the rest of this entry »
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9th January
2012
I absolutely love using yoga DVDs and yoga videos during my
practices. As a matter of fact, I use one of them almost every
time I do yoga. Why do I love using them so much?
They Provide Variety - I don't know about you, but I get bored
pretty easily. Doing exactly the same practice over and over
again would drive me crazy. Instead of enjoying the relaxation
that comes from yoga, I would probably be irritated by having to
do the same program every time I practiced. To deal with my need
for ...Read the rest of this entry »
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8th January
2012
Yoga clothes should be comfortable and functional. They should
allow you to move freely and not distract you from your
practice. They should feel good against your skin so they don't
cause any irritation.
Ideally, the clothing should be absorbent so that it wicks sweat
away from your body. There are few things that feel as
uncomfortable as a sticky, clammy body that is moist from
perspiration.
I also think they should be attractive and fun to wear. When I
do yoga alone in my home, I am ...Read the rest of this entry »
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7th January
2012
In the United States most companies offer their employees dental
insurance, but yet many do not. They slip through the holes of
the system ' the in-betweeners ' that have to pay, but struggle
to pay the out-of-pocket expenses.
The in-betweeners have two choices, go without any insurance, go
to the dentist and take the full attack on their pocketbook, or
don't go to a dentist at all and just wait till the ax to fall.
And it will ' there is a 50-50 chance that a toothache will hit
you, or if ...Read the rest of this entry »
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6th January
2012
Quite simply, natural health means maintaining good health
naturally through the air we breathe, the water we drink, the
foods and fluids we consume, and also through our daily physical
movement and activities, rest and sleep, and interactions with
other people. In summary, it is how we live in our bodies on a
daily basis.
Natural healing involves moving from a state of non-health into
health using only natural means. If we fast to cleanse the body
of mucous, seek massage therapy to ease aching ...Read the rest of this entry »
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5th January
2012
Dental complications such as broken or lost fillings can happen
at any time. Fortunately, there are temporary solutions to
relieve any discomfort until you can visit a dentist, which
experts say you should do as quickly as possible. Here's a quick
tip if you find yourself with a broken or lost filling.
This is an easy home remedy to keep the tooth clean and to
alleviate any discomfort. Add a quarter to half-teaspoon of
table salt to warm water. Gently rinse the area a few times to
remove any ...Read the rest of this entry »
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4th January
2012
You finally made the decision to practice yoga, but which style
of yoga is the best one for you? There are many types of yoga,
and while they usually have common elements, their focus is
often quite different. If you have not been physically active in
a long time, then one of the more gentle, slower moving styles
may be right for you. If you are an athlete or are very
physically fit, you might want to check out some of the more
strenuous forms.
The following is a list of the more common yoga ...Read the rest of this entry »
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3rd January
2012
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FOUR MOUNTAINS, INC. ANNOUNCES HEALTH NEWS BREAKTHROUGH ILLNESS
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Calabasas, CA --- Stress. Aging. Illness. Life would be perfect
without it. Many doctors, health gurus and even authors have
claimed to have all the answers but no one has been able to
effectively heal anyone 100% and then help them STAY well'.
until now! Four Mountains, Inc., a privately held Clinical &
Research Laboratory announces ...Read the rest of this entry »
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2nd January
2012
LIFESTYLE WELLNESS = An Adventure of Health + Vitality
"Not a strong wind, nor a surge of pressure, nor a fit of
passion, nor anything, can throw you off when your body, mind
and spirit are in perfect balance." - Unknown
' Wellness '....what does word mean to you? What are the images,
thoughts that come to mind? Perhaps you relate it to one or
several of the following dimensions:
physical dimension:
a state of being free from illness, being in good health ,
feeling '' well '', practicing ...Read the rest of this entry »
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1st January
2012
Many adults have taken up yoga, but yoga has not gained as the
same popularity with children. Child yoga can offer many of the
same benefits to kids as it does to adults.
What can yoga offer your child?
A healthier body ' Childhood obesity is on the rise and one of
the main reasons for it is that kids today do not move enough.
Yoga is a powerful technique for children to begin moving their
bodies in ways that feel good and help them look good. Even if
your child is of normal weight, yoga can ...Read the rest of this entry »
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