A GUIDE TO HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

Healthy Eating Tips for Healthy Living in 2005

Fri, 18 May 2012 02:17:12 -0400

Healthy Eating for Healthy Living in Eating healthy is fast becoming a way of life. American's areliving longer, however, the goal of many is not to simply livelonger, the goal it is to live a longer and healthier life.Simple everyday fruit can help.Recent studies have indicated that the antioxidants in fruitprovide a whole host of health benefits: the anti-aging power ofblueberries and the joint pain relieving properties found incherries to name a few. The multitudes of health components found in fruit are truly agift from Mother Nature. Here are a few everyday fruits forhealthy living in : Cherries ' The Supercharged Fruit:Are cherries truly fruit for a healthy you? Recent studies haverevealed that cherries offer an assortment of health benefitsincluding the ability to offer natural relief from joint paincaused from gout, arthritis and joint inflammation. The wonder of the cherry is the anthocyanins. According toresearch from Michigan State University tart c...

Foods for fighting Cancer

Thu, 17 May 2012 02:12:17 -0400

Fruit is recognised as one of the most powerful foods forhelping the body fight Cancer. Surprisingly, the homely prune isthe fruit with the highest cancer-fighting powers. Previously itwas believed that oranges and spinach were the best anti-cancerfruit and vegetables. The research team, from Tufts Universityin Boston, has released the results of its study on theInternet. Researchers measured fruits and vegetables for theiroxygen radical absorption capacity ORAC which is the capacityof foods to absorb free radicals. Free radicals are destructiveelements which occur in our bodies when healthy oxygen moleculesare transformed into a highly-reactive, unstable form of oxygen.It is believed that they can lead to illnesses such as cancerand heart disease. Anti-oxidants however, can neutralise thesefree radicals. The new study says that the anti-oxidant power ofblood in people who eat prunes increases dramatically. Eatingprunes would cause the anti-oxidant power in the blood t...

What is Thrush?

Wed, 16 May 2012 02:10:09 -0400

Thrush, also known as Candidiasis, is a fungus found in themouth, genitalia areas, digestive tract and skin. In healthypeople, the production of 'friendly' bacteria in the systemprevents the fungus from causing disease. However, weakened ordamaged immune systems may result in the dangerous growth of theailment-causing fungus. In addition, certain prescription drugsmay offset the balance of natural organisms in the body. Suchdrugs include the extended use of: antibiotics, chemotherapy,AIDSHIV treatments, antihistamines, steroids and oralcontraceptives with a high estrogen content. Different parts ofthe body can be afflicted with Thrush: Oral and EsophagealCandidiasis are fungal infections which occur in the mouth andthroat, while Candidiasis found in the genital area it is oftensexually transmitted affects both men and women. Thrush in themouth looks like creamy white patches or small red spots on thetongue, roof of the mouth, gums or throat. This type of Thrushcan be...

Causes of Facial Wrinkles

Tue, 15 May 2012 02:26:46 -0400

Americans spend billions of dollars each year on skin careproducts that promise to erase wrinkles, lighten age spots, andeliminate itching, flaking, or redness. But the simplest andcheapest way to keep your skin healthy and young looking is tostay out of the sun.Sunlight is a major cause of the skin changes we think of asaging changes such as wrinkles, dryness, and age spots. Yourskin does change with age. For example, you sweat less, leadingto increased dryness. As your skin ages, it becomes thinner andloses fat, so it looks less plump and smooth. Underlyingstructures veins and bones in particular become more prominent.Your skin can take longer to heal when injured.You can delay these changes by staying out of the sun. Althoughnothing can completely undo sun damage, the skin sometimes canrepair itself. So, it's never too late to protect yourself fromthe harmful effects of the sun.WrinklesOver time, the sun's ultraviolet UV light damages the fibersin the skin calle...

Ten Quick Tips to Save the Planet and Your Health

Mon, 14 May 2012 05:18:55 -0400

You have permission to publish this article electronically freeof charge, providing the entire byline at the end of the articleis included and the content is left unchanged. If you use it,please notify me with a copy of your publication or a url towhere it can be found. For print publications, please contact meto discuss and to obtain US mailing address to send a courtesycopy. cynthiapfrognet.netTen Quick Tips to Save the Planet and Your Health By CynthiaPerkins, M.Ed.Many of the common everyday chemicals in your home cancontribute to not only harming the environment, but your healthas well. Symptoms such as headaches, gastrointestinaldisturbances, anxiety, depression, nervousness, fatigue,irritability, inability to concentrate, hyperactivity, joint andmuscle pain and many more can be the result of these chemicals.Make every day Earth Day! Protect the environment and yourhealth by making the following changes in your lifestyle.. Eat organic. Pesticides, herbicides, e...

Setting Up Your Office For "Health"

Sun, 13 May 2012 01:57:19 -0400

SETTING UP YOUR OFFICE FOR 'HEALTH' By: Dr. Loretta LanphierND, CCN, HHPIf you work and are spending one third to one half of your dayin an office setting then your surroundings there are asimportant as those in your home. Although we usually have littlecontrol over the buildings we work in, being aware of problemsthat can affect us will enable us to take counter-measures andmay encourage the creation of stimulating and nurturingenvironments. Below are steps that will help to provide anoffice that is balanced and conducive to good health andwell-being, which will ultimately benefit your health and thehealth your company. Ergonomically Correct Chair: Make sure that your chair iscomfortable and has adjustable height and arms. When you aresitting straight with feet flat on the floor your arms should beat a -degree angle when typing on the computer. If you arehaving to strain or stretch to reach your computer then you areputting stress on the back and shoulder area...

Foods for fighting Cancer

Sat, 12 May 2012 02:37:34 -0400

Plan B Contraceptive (Morning After Pill)

Fri, 11 May 2012 00:25:50 -0400

What is Plan B? Plan B is an emergency contraceptive that can beused to prevent pregnancy following unprotected intercourse or aknown or suspected contraceptive failure i.e., a brokencondom. To obtain optimal efficacy, the first tablet should betaken as soon as possible within hours of intercourse. Thesecond tablet must be taken hours later. See orderinginformation below.Is Plan B safe? When used as directed, Plan B is safe for mostwomen. There have been no serious complications associated withPlan B. Common side effects include nausea, abdominal pain,fatigue, headache, and menstrual changes. Women who arepregnant, have undiagnosed vaginal bleeding, or have an allergyto the product should not use Plan B. Plan B cannot terminate anestablished pregnancy.How effective is Plan B? Taken within hours of unprotectedintercourse, Plan B can, when used correctly, reduce the risk ofpregnancy by percent after a single act of unprotected sex.Effectiveness declines as ...

Curing Cancer "The Cure"

Wed, 09 May 2012 02:44:02 -0400

You have my permission to publish this article electronicallyor in print, free of charge, as long as the bylines areincluded. A courtesy copy of your publication would beappreciated.Curing Cancer "The Cure"Before Two Out Of Three Of Us Die From CancerLifting the curse of the Big C. For years cancer has been seenas a death sentence and still brings out the fear of God in mostof us today. We at Gen Cells Cures believe the tide is about toturn. million people will die this year from a disorder that isoften discussed in terms that make it seem less like a diseasethan an implacable enemy. What tuberculosis was to the thcentury, cancer has been to the th: an insidious, malevolentforce that frightens people beyond all reason'far more than, saydiabetes or high blood pressure and with good reason. In theyear , one in thirty developed cancer in their lifetime. Inthe st century, the figure is in - shocking statistics!Unlike other killer dieases, cancer usually cau...

4 Ways to Prevent the Most Common Women's Health Problem

Tue, 08 May 2012 02:20:16 -0400

You have permission to freely publish this articleelectronically or in print as long as the resource box below isincluded. A courtesy copy of your publication would beappreciated.Title: Ways to Prevent the Number One Women's Health ProblemAuthor: Julie Lenz URL: http:www.pcoscoach.com Word: Author's Email: Juliepcoscoach.com Article Category: Health,Women's Health, Heart Ways to Prevent the Number One Women's Health Problem by JulieLenzWhat disease kills more American women than any other?If you answered anything except heart disease then you must readthis article. According to the American Heart Association heartdisease and stroke are the No. and No. killers of women.They are two of the many cardiovascular diseases that killnearly , women each year. That's more than the next sevencauses of death combined, including all forms of cancer. Butthere are steps you can take to protect yourself.. Get your cholesterol tested every year. Many women don't kn...

Strengthen the Immune System Naturally

Mon, 07 May 2012 05:16:31 -0400

"Among the most exciting applications of herbal medicine lie intreating abnormalities of the immune system. Clinical studieshave shown that various herbal products are effective intreating allergies, asthma, lupus, and rheumatoid arthritis.Herbal medicine also has a unique potential usefulness inbalancing the immune system in cases of chronic infection,preventing the immune system from turning on the body andcausing destruction." Phyllis A. Balch, CNC Prescription for Herbal Healing A healthy, properly functioning immune system is absolutelyvital to good health. It is the key to the healing process fromthe tiniest scratch - to the most complex virus. Even the agingprocess is intimately linked with the immune system. Compromised immunity leaves us vulnerable to disease and impairsour ability to heal properly and age well. SIGNS OF IMPAIRED IMMUNE FUNCTION CANDIDIASIS YEAST INFECTIONS RECURRING INFECTIONS CHRONIC FATIGUE LISTLESSNESS CHRONIC DIARRHEA SLOW WOUND HEA...

ASTRAGALUS, THE ANCIENT CHINESE WONDER HERB.

Sun, 06 May 2012 01:38:51 -0400

Astragalus membranaceus, is the root of a plant member of thePea family and is native to Northeast China, it is now alsocultivated in the United States. In China, the root is known bythe name Huang-qi. The name means "Yellow Leader" because it isone of the superior tonic roots used in traditional Chinesemedicine. It was first mentioned in the year old classic"Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing". It has been used to stimulate energyand general weakness, lack of appetite, treatment of colds, flu,abdominal ulcers and Diabetes. It is still widely used today inChinese medicine and the importance of this herb is becomingknown more to our traditional and natural medicinepractitioners. It is known to be a immunostimulant,antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory agent. It hasbeen said, that no single compound has such wide ranging effectsin the treatment or enhancement of cellular communication andPolysaccharides from Astragalus are used in the enhancement ofthe Immune System b...

Herbs and Natural Supplements for Breast Cancer

Sat, 05 May 2012 02:37:57 -0400

A returning patient called me yesterday. She was a breast cancersurvivor when I saw her as a student intern in Chinese medicalschool. If I had been more confident at the time, I would havesuggested she be diligent in preventing a recurrence of breastcancer, and explained how she might attempt that with Chinesemedicine. Even if I had, however, she might not have followed my advice,because Chinese medicine's credibility has yet to catch up withits sophistication, efficacy, and research.It's well known that acupuncture can help with palliativestrategies in cancer- for pain relief, itching relief, andnausea. The topic examined less often is: can Chinese medicinefight cancer directly? Many acupuncture teachers andpractitioners warn us not to claim that it can - they suggestthere's some law against us treating cancer, and you can see howreactive conservative doctors might be to the idea. They areaccustomed to having control of the treatment of all cancer,regardless of whethe...

Why Modern Medicine is the Greatest Threat to Health

Fri, 04 May 2012 02:49:34 -0400

There is the underlying assumption that modernity translatesinto better health. A corollary of this logic is that we canlive our lives pretty much as we want because we can always buya repair. You know, the car won't start, the TV is broken, thetelephone is dead - no problem. Just call in an expert, spendsome money and all is well. People carry this over to their thinking about health. Ourticker falters, joints creak or an unwanted growth pops up - noproblem. Buy some modern medical care. If that doesn't work,it's a problem of money, better insurance, more hospitalfunding, more research for the "cure," more doctors, betterequipment and more technology. Right? Wrong.Don't take my word for it. Listen to the perpetratorsthemselves. The following is taken right from the pages of theJournal of the American Medical Association July , : "Of countries in a recent health comparison, the United Statesthe most modern and advanced in the world ranks an average of...

Ayurvedic Medicine For Type 2 Diabetes

Thu, 03 May 2012 04:21:14 -0400

For Salacia Oblonga herb Capsules and Extract Write to Botanikaherbalpowdersoperamail.com treeseedsoperamail.comtreeseedsrediffmail.com : : : : WWW.SALACIAOBLONGACAPSULES.COMTraditional Indian medicine, herb Salacia oblonga may help treatdiabetes Posted By: News-Medical in Medical Study NewsPublished: Tuesday, -Feb- Printer Friendly Email to aFriend : : : : Herbs used in traditional Indian medicine totreat diabetes seems to lower blood sugar and insulin levels ina manner similar to prescription drugs, a new study reports.Researchers gave extracts of the herb Salacia oblonga to healthy adults, and the results were promising. The largest doseof the herb extract - , milligrams - decreased insulin andblood glucose levels by and percent, respectively. : :"These kinds of reductions are similar to what we might see withprescription oral medications for people with diabetes," saidSteve Hertzler, a study co-author and an assistant professor ofnutrition at Ohi...

Ayurvedic Medicine For Type two diabetes

Wed, 02 May 2012 04:42:09 -0400

Excessive Fat kills.

Tue, 01 May 2012 05:00:48 -0400

In this new century, news media are finally aware that America'smajor health problem is obesity. Excess weight not onlycontributes to almost every health risk, it can actuallymultiply the risk factors, including those from tobacco. It hasalready been reported that tobacco causes more deaths than AIDS HIV, maternal mortality, automobile accidents, homicide andsuicide combined, yet obesity makes the risks even higher. You don't have to be pounds overweight for fat to beharmful. Being "pleasingly plump" or even leaner can be enoughto increase your risks of various ailments, such as cancers,diabetes, heart disease, memory loss, menopause, osteoporosis,PMS, stroke. Just substituting margarine for butter is not enough, especiallyif the spread is made with hydrogenated oils or "trans fattyacids".Good fats, the "essential fatty acids" that the body can notmake, can be found in fish, nuts, soy and other foods. For mostfats, if you have none in your diet, your body will mak...

Enjoy healthy eating!

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 01:03:27 -0400

b>Can you enjoy healthy eating? Some people seem to think thathealthy eating is some kind of punishment. On the contrary, it'sa pleasure! There are so many delicious dishes that can bemade with less fat and sugar. It's a new world to discover. WhenI go out for dinner or cook in my own kitchen I often choose avegetarian meal. There are lots of different ingredients tochoose from and the combination possibilities are almostendless. Sometimes I just pick a few products in the storewithout having any idea of what to do with them and then Isurprise myself with a new tasty dish. It's fun! Use yourimagination. Eat what you enjoy and enjoy what you eat! Youdon't have to exclude meat in your food, but we all need muchmore vegetables. We should try to see the vegetables not just asaccompaniments, but as a meal in itself, with its own value.Relax! Try to give yourself time in the kitchen. You needto slow down and be free from stress to be able to enjoy eating.Think of your time in...

Ayurvedic medicine for diabetes

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 04:48:17 -0400

The Aromatherapy Home Medicine Chest - Part I

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 04:21:30 -0400

Here we will have a brief look at ten essential oils consideredby some to comprise the 'basic home care kit'. While by no meansexhaustive, this list will go a long way to providing effectiveand often pleasant! treatments for you and your family forthings like cuts and scrapes, sunburn, digestive troubles,stress related conditions and more. In the second article, wewill cover specific applications and uses of each oil.Oil : Lavender Lavender has often been called the 'medicinechest in a bottle' for its broad range of applications. Everyhome should keep Lavender on hand, even if no other oil is used,as it is so very effective on burns. It's anti-inflammatoryaction is responsible for the beginnings of modern aromatherapy,as Dr. Jean Valnet discovered Lavender's healing propertiesafter being burned in a laboratory accident. Lavender isconsidered to speed wound healing and reduce scarring. The oilis also pleasantly calming, and can be used to reduce stress ina variety of...

Start Growing Healthy Children Before Getting Pregnant

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 04:39:26 -0400

The following article is offered for free use in your ezine,print publication or on your web site, so long as the authorresource box at the end is included, with hyperlinks.Notification of publication would be appreciated.For other articles which you are free to use, seehttp:www.innerbonding.com Title: Start Growing Healthy Children Before Getting PregnantAuthor: Margaret Paul, Ph.D. E-mail:mailto:margaretinnerbonding.com Copyright: by MargaretPaul URL: http:www.innerbonding.com Word Count: Category:Pregnancy, ParentingStart Growing Healthy Children Before Getting Pregnant By Dr.Margaret PaulWhen I was in my early 's, I read Adele Davis's book, 'Let'sEat Right To Keep fit.' I learned from her that 'you are whatyou eat.' I also learned that our babies are what we eat whilewe are pregnant, and then are what they eat once they are born.If you nurse your babies, then they continue to be what you eatas long as you are nursing them. My bible during my fi...

Herbal Medicine

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 04:49:35 -0400

ahref"http:www.holisticjunction.comcategoriesHADherbal-medicine.html">Herbal Medicine, also referred to as Herbalism orBotanical Medicine, is the oldest healthcare known to mankind.Herbal medicine is the utilization of herbs for therapy ormedicinal purposes. Derived from plants, herbs are used fortheir medicine, aroma and spice. Herb plants produce andcomprise a mariyad of chemical substances that interact with ourbodies. From food, to clothing, to medicine and even shelter;plants have proven invaluable throughout the history of mankind.Through trial and error and based on observations of wildlife,plants have been developed for medicinal use. Over thecenturies, mankind has documented the medicinal value of herbs.Most of our medicines used today are derived from nativecultures. Approximately of prescription drugs in the UScontain at least one active plant material ingredient.Currently, over billion people or of the world populationuse herbal medicine...

Iron and Your Heart Health

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 02:57:54 -0400

A ranch house, a zip lock bag and some ordinary flourTwo experiments: Some ordinary wheat flour such as can be found in mosthomes placed with some water in a zip-lock plastic bag. A magnetis passed over the bag and an extraordinary thing happens - Ironparticles start popping out and attaching themselves to the sideof the bag, forming clusters of what looked like iron filings. The next experiment involves placing a well-knownbrand of cereal into a bowl of water. The magnet is again passedover the bowl this time and the flakes literally line up andfollow the magnet round the bowl. This is the first time I realized that there is so much addediron in the food that we eat and the effect it can have on ourhealth. We've all been told that heart attacks and heart bypass surgeryare as a direct result of clogging or furring of our arteries by'bad cholesterol'. The arteries become so narrowed as to makethe blood flow through the arteries very difficult thus placingenormous ...

Super Healthy Caribbean Rice and Beans

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 06:00:04 -0400

This recipe is a tasty twist on a healthy classic. Do you knowthat brown rice and beans provides all nine essential aminoacids? This recipe adds a little Caribbean flavor to thesouthwestern favorite. As always it is super healthy and has nosaturated fats or preservatives. Another great thing is the easyclean up; it only takes one pot to make. can pineapple chunks or fresh pineapple. Pineapple is anexcellent source of vitamin C, a powerful immune system booster. Can Red Kidney Beans. Good source of fiber and iron. Cups Brown Rice- do not use white rice it clogs you up. Tosave time I use the -minute kindOnion- good for your heart I use a bout half a small red onionchoppedOlive oil- also good for your heartSpices: Basil, Red Pepper, Allspice this gives it thatCaribbean flavor, Cumin, Garlic powder, salt and pepper.Optional: Mexican cheese, your favorite lean meat, or forauthentic Caribbean flavor; use seafood like shrimp of muscles.In a large saucepan, heat olive o...

A possible HIV herbal cure

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 05:12:08 -0400

More and more people worldwide are contracting HIV and the medical researchers and the doctors that have been working overtime to find a possible cure for this disease is in a race against time. While there are a lot of different medical research facilities worldwide that have been working endlessly to come up with something that will stop HIV in its tracks, somewhere in the Peruvian jungles lies the possible cure to such a deadly disease. Used to cure snakebites by the Indian tribes who can be found in the lush tropical forests of the Amazon is the plant called Jergon Sacha. This tuber plant known as Jergon Sacha is found to possess a certain enzyme that helps in the treatment of HIV and even full blown AIDS. When used in combination with another herb called Cat's claw, there have been cases of patients with HIV and AIDS showing improved health after such a treatment.After using the combined powers of these two herbs to help treat AIDS and HIV in some patients for a span of six month...