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You Only Have Thirty Days To Live
doing what we really want to do The other day I was working at my desk and had a nice big stretch. Arms in the air, back arched I scratched under my arm. That’s weird… that feels like a lump. I felt under my other arm and guess what. No lump. I felt under the [...]
Health At Home – Where The Heart Is
five healthy at home tips to keep you tip top Have you heard the saying, health is in your own hands? Or did you just trust your doctors to know what’s right for your body? Doctors are first and foremost a teacher to you. To educate, empower, and enhance your bodies function and response to [...]
To Screen or Not To Screen
A Prostate “PSA” Statistically speaking men often don’t go to the doctor unless there is something really wrong. Cancer is one of those things that can go really wrong, but no one goes to the doctor, with the suspicion of cancer, it is often symptoms that deviate from the norm that cause one’s alarm to [...]
Five Steps to Celebrate Healthy Aging Month
Each month there are approximately half a dozen to a dozen health awarenesses to observe. September is a special month in that it generally represents a starting over. This is the ending of summer and the start of fall, a season that is about letting go. Further it is the start of school for many [...]
Calcium
mooove over milk here’s five nondairy sources This magnificent mineral is the the most abundant in our human body. Calcium is used for more than just helping make strong bones, it helps with the function of muscles and nerves, keeps the heart pumping (a big muscle), helps with the production of hormones, blood clotting, and [...]
GMO-Just say NO!
compelling reasons to stay away from franken foods Have you heard the term GMO: Genetically Modified Organism? It refers to a technique of infusing different species genes into another species. An example of this, is taking genes from the white flounder fish and adding them to a tomato, in attempts to make the plant resistant [...]
Summer Fun
three things to do while on vacation The sun is shinning and the heat is on. Summer is here and to be celebrated. With celebrations come occasions which puts us out of our usual routine: trips to the beach, weddings, bbq’s, and other travel. By usual routine, this means healthy eating, workouts, taking supplements and [...]
Is it Hot in Here? Or is it my hormones?
five balancing tips you can do at home Hot flashes can occur in both men and women who have an imbalance in sex hormones. These hormones are not only for reproductive benefit, but total body: brain and cognitive function, skeletal and heart health. When we speak of hormones, most often it is related to progesterone, [...]
A Body In Motion Stays In Motion… Now Get Moving
tips getting and keeping a quick energy boost Walking, cycling, stair climbing – any activity that makes your heart pump hard qualifies as cardiovascular or aerobic exercise. It’s one of the cornerstones of a good fitness program and it’s the best way to burn calories, strengthen bones, and build up healthy heart and lungs. Below, [...]
The Single Most Important Thing for Your Health
the breathe of life Inhale, exhale, yes BREATHING, is the most important thing! Without oxygen, your system collapses with unconsciousness in 10 seconds, and brain cells are destroyed in 4-6 minutes. While most of us our breathing, since it is part of our autonomic nervous system, we don’t have to be concerned about becoming brain [...]
Love Life
how’s your life love? It has been said by several wise men and sages particularly of which is Wayne Dyer, that a human life is simply the sum of all of our experiences and choices. Good, bad, happy or sad our lives are filled with rich vibrant experiences that make us… well, us. How you [...]
Good Carb Bad Carb
how to tell which carbs to eat and which to avoid Most carbs are the same in calories the only difference being at what rate does your body burn the calories in that carb. Good carbs contain fiber which slows absorption of the sugar content and other nutrients. This is the case with leafy greens [...]
Prevention
the correlation between your car and body When do people most often go to the doctor? Often when you’re sick or broken down right? When do we take our cars in? Usually, it is a few times a year for oil changes and maintenance. Perhaps you have already heard the saying, “An ounce of prevention [...]
Slow The Flow and Decrease The Roll
eating slower may lead to a smaller waist line If your body has one major flaw, this is it: It takes 20 minutes for your stomach to tell your brain that it’s had enough. A study in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association found that slow eaters took in 66 fewer calories per meal, [...]
Homeopathy Explained
what the law of attraction have to do with it Homeopathy is a type of medicine that originated in Germany over 200 years ago and founded by a physician, Samuel Hahnemann. We know that both physicians and physicists discover the laws of the universe that science is based on. For example Sir Isaac Newton developed [...]
Seeds for Health
how do they help your hormones Did you known that both men and women have hormones that circulate throughout the month [1] and can correlate with nature’s cycles, such as the moon? A woman’s 28 day menstrual cycle, often syncs with the 28 day moon cycle. What happens during the month for women is that [...]
Taking A Big Bite Out Of Weight Loss
smaller bites may lead to a smaller waist line The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that people who took large bites of food consumed 52 percent more calories in one sitting than those who took small bites and chewed longer. By cutting food into smaller pieces, you can increase satiety and enjoy your food [...]
What Thermography Can Tell You About Your Body
how digital infrared imaging can help you make changes for the better Pictures are thought to say a thousand words, more often we think of them in regards to family and friends, but they are often used in health care settings. Most often these medically derived pictures are obtained by the use of imaging techniques [...]
Skipping Meals Will Make You Fatter
getting skinny on six meals a day A 2011 national survey from the Calorie Control Council revealed, 17 percent of Americans admitted to skipping meals to lose weight. The problem is, skipping meals actually increases your odds of obesity, especially when it comes to breakfast. A study from the American Journal of Epidemiology found that [...]
Candida
the cause and effect Candida is most commonly known to be associated with “yeast infections” in women, thrush when in a baby’s mouth, or athlete’s foot. Yet, it is a fungus that can cause many more conditions in the human body. It is part of our normal terrain, however, when it overgrows is when problems [...]
Chart a New Course For Your Life
ten easy steps to change the direction of your life and find your higher calling In a past life I was an executive at a Fortune 100 company. While the pay was excellent and the stock options and benefits were outstanding, there was still something missing. I was completely thankful for the opportunity and to [...]
Paula Deen Comes Clean About Diabetes
Food Network star Paula Deen opened up to ET’s Nancy O’Dell at her Savannah, Georgia home about keeping her controversially-revealed diabetes under control. “It’s probably around 30 pounds,” Deen says about the weight she’s lost, by making small changes like eating extra servings of salad and veggies and smaller portions of carbs, she says. She’s [...]
What is Gluten?
three associated conditions to be cautious of Gluten is a protein that is found in wheat and other grain products, with the exception of a few “gluten free grains” . Many people may be familiar with Celiac Disease, an autoimmune disorder, which is associated with positive antibodies in the blood, intestinal villous atrophy as shown [...]
Winning The Battle Against Stress
three powerful tools in stress management Stress is becoming a major problem in the U. S. and will likely get worse before (or if) it gets better. That’s the bad news. The really bad news, however, is that we don’t take stress seriously as a threat to our health. Mindfulness The first step in reducing [...]
The Case For Exercise
three reasons for it to not be all or nothing Many people all know that diet and exercise are the pillars of good health. However, that doesn’t help us any when trying to fit it into busy lives, or knowing how much or what we should be doing. One hour can seem intimidating or unrealistic [...]
Letting Go of the Past and Embrace Your Bright Future
honest self-analysis to gain clarity In order to embrace the new, we must release the old. A trapeze artist can not swing from one bar to another without letting go. An important part of moving forward in is to review the past year, release it and to learn from it. To go where we wish [...]
Your Weight Problem Could Be Caused By Insulin Resistance
You Must Increase Insulin Sensitivity Five Simple Steps in Combating Insulin Resistance Insulin resistance is a common problem that leads to health complications such as diabetes and heart disease. Here are some simple steps to take to increase insulin sensitivity and reduce your risk of health problems. Examine Your Eating Habits One of the best [...]
Blood Sugar Balancing Act
four tips to cut the sugars In America alone, there is a shocking 87 percent of Americans who are in the age group of 40 and above and are at risk of diabetes. Most people do not know the seriousness and veracity of this dangerous condition. However, there are solutions to lessen your chances of [...]
Hormones and Health
three chemicals to avoid to cut your cancer risk Statistically speaking, cancer is the number two cause of death, just after heart disease. Do you know what contributes to cancer that is found in your body and environment? Our hormones, for both men and women. Women have a 1 in 8 lifetime chance of getting [...]
Generosity and Blessings
giving your hope and approval I was listening to Jack Kornfield’s lecture on Generosity this morning. It is really beautiful and a great way to spend the morning. Hear it at http://diydharma.org/audio/by/artist/jack_kornfield What struck me is his intimation that giving ones blessing to another is an act of generosity. All religions from Judaism to Islam, [...]
