Diet for the Treatment of Arthritis

Written on March 31, 2010 – 4:28 am | by admin |

Detoxification Diet and General Dietary Guidelines According to naturopathic philosophy a major cause of osteoarthritis is accumulation of toxins in the joints. This is largely related to a lifetime of an inadequate or inappropriate diet and/or digestive insufficiency. In order to reverse this process a fasting or detox diet program may be undertaken. At the very least it is important to increase intake of fruit and vegetables and pure water, while reducing intake of acid forming foods such as Read more [...]

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Carbs Or Protein

Written on March 30, 2010 – 4:46 am | by admin |

I get this question a lot! The answer is yes. You actually need both, but it needs to be in the right proportions. There is a balance between the types of calories that must exist for everything to work correctly. As an MMA athlete, you need a diet that allows you to train for long periods of time, facilitates muscle recovery and repair, and keeps you lean. This can only happen when there are enough carbs and enough protein. Too much of one, means not enough of the other and that’s not good enough Read more [...]

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What Are The Long Term Effects Of Smoking Tobacco?

Written on March 28, 2010 – 5:43 am | by admin |

It is now well known that smoking tobacco such as cigarettes can seriously damage your health and be the cause of multiple chronic conditions and killer diseases. In America and the UK smoking is related to many causes of death. Smoking increases the risk of heart disease and stroke because it constricts and hardens the arteries. Smoking is also the main cause of lung cancer and other diseases related to the lung and cardiovascular systems such as emphysema. Smoking can also affect the bones by Read more [...]

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The Silent Killer

Written on March 27, 2010 – 2:39 am | by admin |

High blood pressure can affect anyone at any age, even young children. It was once known as an age related disease at one point in time. You may also know it as hypertension or the silent killer. In order to avoid developing hypertension as you get older, you will need to start making some lifestyle changes today. #1 Start getting exercise. Every day it may not be possible to get an intense workout in, but some exercise is better than none. Do something you can enjoy while exercising- ride your Read more [...]

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5 Sure Shot Fitness Tips For Teens

Written on March 24, 2010 – 6:10 pm | by admin |

Teenage is the phase where one’s body undergoes development both physically as well as mentally. So, it is very important to take care of health and stay fit in this stage. Having a regular exercise into day-to-day activities is quite essential because if not only makes you feel better but rather increases your immune system as well. It drives away your boredom at the same time burns out those extra calories out. So, Read along, to know some fitness tips that may make you pass through this segment Read more [...]

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Has Hyperthyroidism Affected Your Lifestyle?

Written on March 19, 2010 – 6:21 am | by admin |

Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with hyperthyroidism? This common medical condition is one in which the thyroid gland, situated close to the Adam’s apple in the neck, is responsible for producing hormones T3 and T4. Essentially, an increase in the production of thyroid hormones affects the body’s cells and there are many symptoms that people suffering from hyperthyroidism may exhibit. However, the underlying cause of hyperthyroidism can differ from person to person. Since thyroid hormones Read more [...]

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Squeeze Blackhead And Damage Skin

Written on March 17, 2010 – 2:58 am | by admin |

Zits, blackheads, whiteheads and pimples. Should you not squeeze any of them, squeeze all of them or only some of them some of the time. It can be confusing but to the person who wants nice skin, these are questions that need answers. To squeeze or not to squeeze blackheads, that is the question. In all earnestness, to squeeze blackheads or not has been a point of contention for decades. Is a blackhead like a whitehead or a zit or is it different because it is true that you should never squeeze Read more [...]

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Bone Health: What Is Osteoporosis?

Written on March 13, 2010 – 11:27 pm | by admin |

Osteoporosis (also called as "porous bones") is a bone disorder characterized by the decrease in bone density and strength resulting to skeletal fracture. This disease are commonly seen in elderly women but may also develop to anyone with particular hormonal disorders and some chronic diseases. An individual with osteoporosis has a reduced bone mineral density, microarchitecture is disrupted and has altered amount of bone proteins. The World Health Organization or WHO has characterized Read more [...]

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Nail Salons and Healthy Feet

Written on March 12, 2010 – 1:40 am | by admin |

Pedicures have become a normal part of life for many women. Women generally visit a nail salon every 2-3 weeks. As the numbers of salons grow, the cleanliness and sterility become questionable. Some problems from visiting nail salons are fungal nails, athletes foot or even infection. Women or men should evaluate the facility they commonly visit for cleanliness and sterility. Questions to ask? Are the tubs clean and do they clean it before or after your treatment? Are gloves or instruments being re-used Read more [...]

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The Four Aspects of the Relationship Between Yin and Yang

Written on March 10, 2010 – 6:05 am | by admin |

Yin and yang are intimately related, both in the human body and in the universe at large. In Chinese Medicine there are four basic laws regarding this relationship. These are laws that apply to everything, from enormous galaxies to the smallest cells. First, yin and yang are opposite but relative. An example of this would be summer and winter, where by comparison one seems so hot and the other so cold. But you can also think about the seasons as two extremes of the same thing that gradually change Read more [...]

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