Health Matters, Cleaning House, reducing household pollution

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Health Matters: Cleaning House, reducing household pollution Do you ever wonder what cleaning your house can do to your health, and the health of your children? Those chemicals in your cupboards may be causing your children to get sick and causing you to have long-term side effects, such as respiratory problems and other ailments in the future. More and more people are developing cancer for reasons unknown, and the environment has a definite impact on people's health. Could the two be ...
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Apr 22 2011


Health Matters, Are we headed for a protein crisis?

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Health Matters Are we headed for a protein crisis? North America is suffering with many serious issues related to meat. This includes the mad cow disease that is occurring in Canada, also the salmonella and bacteria problems occurring across the continent. This is indeed a protein crisis. Many cows are thrown together for months at a time in a confined space. If they are infected, they are fed antibodies. More disease forms over a period of time, leaving bacteria and viruses to increase so ...
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Apr 19 2011


Health and Medical Advice on the Internet

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Health and medical advice on the Internet: Use it wisely to overcome illness and find more happiness in your life. I've got a bit of a problem with depression and anxiety. I've been tackling these problems for several years without the use of modern medicine. Tai Chi, meditation, martial arts (exercise), and positive interaction with other people seem to keep a lid on my illnesses most of the time. I don't like the idea of medication's side effects, and I don't believe the answers in life are ...
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Apr 04 2011


NEWS & TIPS FOR BETTER HEALTH, THE NATURAL WAY.

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October 3, 2004. BROCCOLI Good Healthy Food, for Natural Healing, Good Health and Antiaging. We all know that Broccoli is a plant that is used at the Dinner Table as a vegetable with the main dish, it is very high in Antioxidants and very healthy for everyone. Did you also know that Broccoli can give you 30 times more antioxidants, all you have to do is eat Broccoli seedling sprouts in your salad meals or sandwiches. Just like you would with Alfalfa or any other sprouts. A half cup of Broccoli ...
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Mar 31 2011


10 Fun Ways to Get Young Children to Eat Healthier

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Parents and caregivers have the sole responsibility to introduce healthy food choices to young children. Children learn from the meals you offer, the way you serve food, the way you shop, and the examples you set. They develop habits early that, once learned, can last a lifetime, so it's never too early to make a change. It's important to take every opportunity to promote a healthy active lifestyle. Try these ten creative ways to get young children to eat healthier. 1. Prepare Healthy Meals ...
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Mar 28 2011


The Deadliest Sin - Sloth

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Out of the seven, sloth is the deadliest sin of modern man. Humans were meant to move. Bones were meant to handle stress of weight. Joints were meant to provide a range of motion. Muscles were meant to provide motion to our body parts. And our heart was meant to pump blood for the purpose of fueling the continuity of this motion. Our ancestors used to hunt animals, dig roots, gather fruits, build shelter, etc. Staying active was their life. Today, it seems some of us are moving just ...
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Mar 12 2011


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

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This article is going to tell you how you can... * Improve the quality of your life. * Increase your energy levels. * Protect yourself against viruses, flu's and colds. * Reduce the likelihood of getting cancer. * Reduce the possibility of a heart attack or stroke! * Slow down your aging. There are three positive steps that you must take to achieve these things. One is to examine your lifestyle, another is your diet and the third is to implement a professional supplementation regime. I ...
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Mar 09 2011


Thinking about getting Scarification work? You may want to read

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When it comes to scarification, it's a relatively new trend. Mind you, it's been around for centuries, but it's recently been catching on as the new fad in Body Modification. This is going by the fact the recently there's been a lot more people inquiring and getting scar work done and posting it on BodyMod.org (http://www.BodyMod.org). For those of you that are looking to getting some scarification work done on your body, I can help you with a couple tips and bit of info to keep in mind. ...
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Mar 08 2011


Thinking about getting a Tattoo? You may want to read this

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A lot of people decide to get a tattoo (or any other type of Body Modification for that matter) without really doing any type of research (which is bad). I've seen this all too often in the forums of BodyMod.org (http://www.BodyMod.org). For some reason, people feel that a tattoo artist is a tattoo artist. Let me clear this up right now. This is completely false! The key word here is "artist", and not everyone is one. What seems like common sense to most seems to defy most people. A tattoo is ...
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Mar 04 2011


Health News as Source for Laughs

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Google News can be entertaining (http://news.google.com/). Late August 2004 headlines show that at least some USA government experts understand the difference between "good" and "bad" sugars. However, they stopped short of telling us to limit refined sugar intake, in updated dietary guidelines for 2005. Could this reluctance to state the obvious be signs that commercial interests are taken seriously by the Feds? News articles said that 7 of the 13 panel members have financial interests in the ...
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Mar 03 2011


Skin Deep Cosmetic Beauty

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The importance of eyebrows as a powerful beauty asset is often overlooked. Eyebrows can be shaped to pull together all of the elements of the face into balance, giving your best features glory and the flaws respectful supporting roles. People with thin, partial or no eyebrows often choose to use pencil or powder to create their eyebrows daily and even multiple times daily since this makeup tends to smudge or disappear. Many of these people are ending that daily ritual with permanent ...
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Mar 02 2011


DIVINE FOOD FOR DIVINE BEAUTY

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Excerpted from the book "Your Right to Be Beautiful: How to Halt the Train of Aging and Meet the Most Beautiful You" by Tonya Zavasta. The book is available at: http://www.beautifulonraw.com The phrase "natural beauty" has been abused and misused beyond restoration. The modern use is almost never associated with its true meaning. Someone said there should be a portrait of a healthy person in a museum so people would know what they are talking about. If we don't know what a healthy person ...
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Mar 01 2011


Professional Tips For An Instant Makeover

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If you want to improve and enhance your appearance but don't want to wait till you lose weight, go through and recover from plastic surgery, or have enough money to buy a complete new wardrobe then try these five simple quick techniques that are used by the top professionals in the beauty and image industries to perform amazing makeovers. 1. Change your hair color - One of the most effective ways to change and improve your personal appearance is to change your hair color. You don't even have ...
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Feb 27 2011


Skincare From Your Fridge

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Beauty awaits you. Not at the make-up counter. Not at the day spa. Not at the plastic surgeon. It awaits you... in your kitchen. Your best skin care secrets can come from your diet secrets. After all, you are what you eat. So, in the words of Italian mothers everywhere... Mangia! When it comes to eating for beauty, the rule is: the fresher, the better. Avoid processed foods whenever possible. The fresher your foods, the more nutrient packed. Keep that in mind when planning and preparing meals. ...
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Feb 21 2011


Journaling for Health

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1. Write about how you feel about everyday events; writing about the events is fine, but be sure to include the feelings. The goal is to get the intense emotions on paper and out of your body/mind. 2. Write about the issues that are most impacting your life today, particularly any health concerns. 3. Make a list of everything causing you stress'which can lead to ill-health, then note what you can (or cannot) do about each item. 4. If you can't get an event out of your mind'like an ...
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Feb 20 2011


How Journaling Can Positively Impact Your Physical Health

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According to the Journal of the American Medical Association, writing about stressful life events helped reduce symptoms of asthma and rheumatoid arthritis in patients with these chronic illnesses. The effects of the writing exercise were still evident four months later and resulted in clinically meaningful improvements in patient symptoms. Interestingly, studies showed that asthma patients who wrote about their most stressful life events showed a 19-percent improvement in lung function; ...
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Feb 19 2011


The Why, When, Where & How of Cosmetic Shopping

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A cosmetic case that won't zip closed, that basketful of make-up on your bathroom counter, the vanity drawer crammed with products and colors you're saving just in case. We all have a stockpile of make-up that is either impractical, a little too glitzy or just plain old. You don't need to stockpile your cosmetics. In fact, you really shouldn't for a few very good reasons. WHY? Your beauty supplies may not be marked with a specified shelf life, but they have one. Write purchase or throw away ...
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Feb 15 2011


Some Straight Talk About Low-Carbohydrates and Your Health

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There have been many diets and weight loss plans that have come and gone over the years. Low-carbohydrate, high-protein diets were popular decades ago. And today are making a comeback. These diets do promote weight loss. Low-carbohydrate, high- protein diets are more effective. Than low-fat, low-cholesterol, low-calorie diets. Also your cholesterol levels often improve more on a low-carb diet. A low-carb diet plan structures your eating choices around the selection of lean protein sources. ...
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Feb 11 2011


Poor Dental Hygiene May Account for Poor Health

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Bright white teeth and fresh breath does not necessarily mean you have a healthy mouth! General health is directly related to gum health. Gum disease has been linked to several medical conditions such as stroke, diabetes, heart attack and worsening lung disease. Healthy gums can reduce a person's biological age by up to 6.4 years. Why? Because studies show that the presence of periodontal diseases, most common in people with tooth loss, actually affects longevity. The best of these studies, ...
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Jan 29 2011


Natures Cosmetic Bounty

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Not all skin treatments require a trip to the local health and beauty outlet, department store or pricey salon. Look right in your fridge or pantry and you'll find quite a few items which you can use to beautify your pretty self. Consider your kitchen your own natural day spa. Do you have Oatmeal? Then you have a great calming mask. Just mix it with warm water and slather it on. When it tightens up, rinse face with warm water and be amazed with the results. Do you have Honey? Then you have a ...
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Jan 24 2011


The Tibetan and Chinese health Secret

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It seems as if the health of America is failing. One million Americans will die of circulatory disease this year. Six hundred thousand lives will be cut short by cancer as well. How did we get in such a mess? I'm not sure. But there is a way out that is starting to generate a real buzz! Since CNN and the gang won't talk about it I decided to write is article. Dear readers, I want to introduce you to the most nutrient dense food on the earth; wolfberries, or more specifically ...
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Jan 22 2011


Discover The Missing Key to Improving Your Health

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Do you know the top ten causes for death? You will recognize them all. Here they are' 1. Heart disease 2. Cancer 3. Stroke 4. Lower-respiratory diseases 5. Injury (mostly car accidents) 6. Diabetes 7. Flu and pneumonia 8. Alzheimer's disease 9. Kidney disease 10. Infection Source: 1999-2001 mortality statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Most of us want to live long, productive, pain free lives. So, then, why are so many people dying from heart disease, cancer and ...
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Jan 16 2011


Ho To Make Your Eyes Irrisistible

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The Eyes Have It Remember the dreamy eyes of your first love? Who can resist a beautiful set of eyes? Your eyes are one of your most important features. Do you treat them like the treasures they are? Even if your eyes are not 'to die for', you can make them truly memorable. Eye Care. Do you care for them the way you should? Sunscreen on your lids? Sunglasses? Carefully cleaned and stored contact lenses? Makeup remover made expressly for eyes? Adequate sleep? These aren't merely suggestions. ...
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Dec 26 2010


Nail Care Secrets

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Manicures, pedicures, artificial tips, paraffin treatments, nail jewelry - the nail care industry is booming, with nail salons seemingly on every corner. Why is this, do you suppose? There was a time when only the wealthy had regular manicures, but now it's commonplace. Whether you go to a salon weekly, or choose to buff and polish your nails at home, it's important to take care of your fingertips. Take a look at your hands. What do they say about you? Think about what they say to others. Are ...
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Dec 25 2010


Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Your Health

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Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Your Health by Cheryl Winter, M.S., R.D., R.N. Overview: While you know 'omega' as the last letter of the Greek alphabet, and meaning, 'the end,' it is doubtful that you have heard the end about 'omega-3 fatty acids.' In fact, you'll be hearing more and more about this long-chain fatty acid and how important it is to your health, and how American diets should be increased in this nutrient. Isn't FAT a Four-Letter Word?' No! Fat is not a bad word! It's understandable that ...
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Dec 22 2010


Argue with Yourself and Improve Your Health

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Even as a child, James was described by teachers and his parents as a happy optimist. As the story goes, one day his parents decided to play a joke on him and test his attitude by requiring him to spend an afternoon cleaning deserted stables at what had been a local racetrack. Returning after two hours, James' parents observed him singing while happily shoveling manure. Astounded, they walked closer, only to hear him saying to himself over and over, 'There has to be a pony in here ...
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Dec 20 2010


Six "Sexy Lips" Tips

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Full, soft, inviting lips. Want them? We all do, and now we all can have them. Here's the kiss and tell on luscious lips. #1 Hands off. Let's start simple, with a line you may have heard in your youth. Mom always told you and so will we - stop biting and licking your lips. It smears your color and irritates your lips. Keep utensils and pens away from your lips. It'll keep your pucker pretty and keep lipstick off your teeth. #2 Hydrate yourself inside and out. Water, water, everywhere. Be sure ...
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Dec 05 2010


How To Highlight Your Best Features

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Accentuate the Positive: Beautiful features come in all shapes and sizes. Gorgeous eyes, pouty lips, sculpted cheekbones, artfully arched brows, a flawless complexion. You may not have them all - hardly anyone has them ALL. But chances are, you've got at least one... one really gorgeous facial asset that's the envy of your friends. So, are you making the most of what you've got? Lips... full, pouty, inviting lips. If you've got them, you're blessed. Make them as kissable as possible. Lip balm ...
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Nov 30 2010


What's the truth about cell phones and your health?

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eems that with every new advance in technology a question arises about its long term health effects. The cellular phone has not escaped the question. Indeed there are those that firmly believe that using cellular phones causes brain damage. Linking cell phones with cancer has been a hot topic for some time, said Rob Denell, director of Kansas State University's Terry C. Johnson Center for Basic Cancer Research. "This has been a very controversial area for some years now and a number of ...
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Nov 28 2010


Correct Cosmetics For Your Coloring

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How confident are you about right make-up? Choosing the correct colors for your face isn't an easy task. Should your lipstick match your blouse? Should your eye shadow correspond to your nail polish? What colors really work best? The cold, hard truth is that many women have no clue what colors complement their faces best. Making the wrong color selection can make even the prettiest face look, well, pretty awful. The first and most important step in choosing your optimum color is to determine ...
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Nov 21 2010


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