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ARTArticleWhat To Do If Your Weight Loss Is StagnatingDo you recognize this situation: Your weight loss was going great, but after a while it looked as if you couldn't lose any more weight? This might go on for weeks and weeks… It’s named a “plateau” and is not very enjoyable. So, what can you do to get yourself back on track to losing weight using ...ARTArticleWhat’s in your pantry that can stop the itch?Are you feeling fatigued or irritable? Do you suffer from PMS or digestive disorders? An over growth of yeast has been associated with these disorders along with muscle pain, short attention span, headache, memory loss, vaginitis, skin problems, urinary and respiratory issues and even learning ...ARTArticleWhen Worrying Can Be A Sign Of Something More SeriousEveryone worries from time to time, but if your worrying starts to interrupt your daily life and causes debilitating anxiety, you may have Generalized Anxiety Disorder, or GAD. While people with GAD may begin by worrying about simple things, GAD can easily take over a person's life and cause ...ARTArticleWhere's Choice Amid the Recession?For many people, we are living in frightening times. Doom and gloom pervade our news, our conversations and maybe even our dreams when we are sleeping.
Even those relatively unaffected by current economic trends are succumbing to the "F" word, F E A R. Just yesterday I overheard a woman in a ...ARTArticleWho Needs Vitamins?Are you like many of my patients? Do you find it difficult to eat the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables daily? Is the thought of eating 2-3 servings a day unrealistic with your lifestyle, let alone attempting to eat 8-9 servings daily? Do you wonder what's wrong with "Wonder ...ARTArticleWhy Conventional Cat Urinary Tract Health Medications May Be Harming Your PetAre you frustrated with your cat's urinary tract health? I know I was until I did a little research.
Common causes of urinary tract infection in cats
Although cats of any age can be affected by Urinary Tract Infection it most often happens in overweight or older cats do not exercise, use a ...ARTArticleWhy Do People Drink Decaffeinated Coffee?Recent medical studies show that a moderate coffee consumption has more health benefits than drinking decaffeinated coffee: the positive effects of caffeine are added to those of other coffee components such as antioxidants. So when people drink a cup of decaffeinated coffee instead of this good old Joe, is it due to a personal preference or to a limited and outdated medical knowledge?ARTArticleWhy Integrative Medicine will be The medicine of the future!Integrative medicine got a boost of greater public awareness -- and funding -- after a landmark 1993 study. That study showed that one in three Americans had used an alte
ative therapy, often under the medical radar.
Proponents prefer the term Integrative Medicine or complementary to emphasize that such treatments are used with mainstream medicine, not as replacements or alte
atives.rARTArticleWhy Women Lose Weight Slower tha
Men and What To Do About ItWhen it comes to weight-loss, men normally have significantly less difficulty dropping weight than females. Understanding why this comes about can make weight loss for women and men less difficult. There are a number of good reasons to explain this difference in rate and ease of weight loss among men and women, even of the same age and body weight.
Women of All Ages Less Able to Control Food Cravings tha
Adult Males.ARTArticleWill CranioSacral Therapy Work for Me?As a Diplomate Certified CranioSacral Therapist, the two most commonly asked questions I get are, "What is that?" and, "Can it help my (fill in the blank)?"
The answer to that second question is, "Most likely."
CranioSacral Therapy (or CST), like any modality, can't "fix" everything, but by helping to release restrictions in the central nervous system, CST helps the body to function at its best.
But how, exactly, does this work? One way is through the fascial system in the body.ARTArticleWomen Over 40: How Much Workout Leads to Weight Loss?After menopause losing weight is becoming harder and harder. Especially if a sedentary life style contributes to a lack of exercise and physical activity.
Regular exercise is an crucial element to lose weight permanently- however, do you know how much exercise is actually essential to lose ...ARTArticleWomen Over 40: Relax Yourself Into Losing Weight PermanentlyStress and a hectic schedule is normal for many women over 40. Having stress is closely linked to your inability to lose weight permanently.
In our twenties, our bodies can deal with living a lifestyle that is less than healthy. Our bodies could deal with that easily. But it’s a other game for ...ARTArticleYoga in this WorldThe way through this world is more difficult to find than the way beyond it nn-Wallace Stevens from Answer to Papini.
Yoga was born in India, its chronological origins lost in the mists of time, given the popularity that Yoga enjoys these days most of us know that much. What we don’t know is ...ARTArticleYour Mind Has Total Dominion Over Your BodyHow many of us have had a severe cold, or headache, or backache, but regardless of how bad you felt, you still managed to go to work. In middle of the hustle and bustle of your job you totally forgot about your physical problem and it simply disappeared. Mind over matter, right? n
In a great ...ARTArticleYOUR SUCCESS DEPENDS ON YOUR DIETI was at the Farmers Market with a friend the other day. We were having a great time, laughing, talking, hanging out, when she suddenly began to look as though a cloud had come over her face. She looked like she was angry and sad. I thought she might cry at any moment. I asked her what was wrong and she couldn't tell me. Then I realized that although we'd been there for a while, she hadn't eaten anything yet. I asked her when she last had any food. Her breakfast was plain toast, 4 hours before.ARTArticle“Just Stay Away From Those Health Food Stores” His MD Said: How This One Statement Changed a Man’s LifeThe sinus infections were becoming unbearable. It was a cycle: infection-antibiotic-a couple of days of relief-infection-antibiotic…. This is all Joshua knew. His whole life centered around the suffering of his sinuses, the doctor’s visits, and the antibiotics. Occasionally, things changed: he had sinus surgery. But for the most part, there was no end to the sinus infections—or was it just one infection that never healed?ARTArticle*** Wellness 2008Wellness is a popular term these days and a variety of wellness centers are springing up through out America. This is a good thing even if many are limited in scope. I say this because America is not well.
Amazing revelations
Did you know that the World Health Organization doesn’t even ...ARTArticle***7 Keto DHEA Supplement7 Keto DHEA is a hormone derivative produced during the metabolism of dehydroepiandrosterone, or DHEA. Although naturally produced from DHEA, 7 Keto is not a hormone and has not been found to impact hormone levels in any way that could compromise a person’s health. Instead, this compound has been clinically proven to help adults lose weight, prevent disease and improve their general health.ARTArticle***Are There 7 Keto Side Effects?7 Keto is a natural DHEA metabolite produced primarily in the adrenal glands. This substance is responsible for regulating and enhancing several of the body’s most important functions.
7 Keto accelerates metabolic function, boosts certain fat-bu
ing enzymes, enhances immune function, improves cognitive function and counteracts the negative effects of cortisol, also known as the stress hormone.ARTArticle***The Science Behind a 7 Keto Supplement7 Keto, also known as 7 Keto DHEA, is a compound produced during the metabolism of dihydroepiandrosterone, or DHEA. Unlike DHEA, 7 Keto is not a steroidal hormone and cannot be converted into estrogen, testosterone or other androgens. Instead of elevating estrogen and androgen levels, 7 Keto has an immediate effect on metabolic function, body composition, immune system function and aging.ARTArticle***The Wonders of 7 Keto DHEA7 Keto DHEA has been thrown in the limelight recently a safe, healthy means to lose weight.
7 Keto DHEA is a natural derivative of dehydroepiandrosterone, or DHEA. DHEA is a hormone produced by the adrenal gland that is converted into estrogen and various androgens, or male sex hormones. While 7 Keto DHEA is a metabolite of DHEA, it is not a hormone nor does it serve as a precursor to any steroidal hormones. Instead, 7 Keto is a hormonal byproduct that impacts the metabolism, immune system and other important internal processes.
The Metabolic and Thermogenic Benefits of 7 Keto DHEAARTArticle***What are the 7 Keto DHEA Benefits?Dehydroepiandrosterone, or DHEA, is an important steroid hormone secreted by the adrenal gland. This hormone acts as a precursor to estrogen and testosterone, inhibits aging and supports fertility. During DHEA metabolism, approximately 150 metabolites are created. The most important of these metabolites is one called 7 Keto DHEA. In fact, the benefits of 7 Keto might even be greater than those produced by its parent hormone.
7 Keto DHEA Benefits for DietersARTArticle10 Digestive Diseases Having Constipation And Other Bowel Related SymptomsYou can expect to experience constipation or uncomfortable bowel related symptoms when your digestive system is upset and not working properly. Your many symptoms can include bloating, gas, loose stools, nausea, weakness, dizziness and sweatiness. Serious life threatening complications can also arise.
Your digestive system helps to break down the food that you eat for absorption and the remaining to be removed as waste.ARTArticle10 Essentials For A Successful LifeWhether you are planning a trip or packing the kids for camp, there are certain items that need to be considered. Here is a twist on the traditional backpacking pack-list.
10 Essentials for a Successful Life
1. Navigation: map, compass, possibly a GPS (goal progress system)
2. Hydration: ...ARTArticle10 Essentials For A Successful LifeWhether you are planning a trip or packing the kids for camp, there are certain items that need to be considered. Here is a twist on the traditional backpacking pack-list.
10 Essentials for a Successful Life
1. Navigation: map, compass, possibly a GPS (goal progress system)
2. Hydration: ...ARTArticle10 Reasons Diets FailFor every 100 dieters, one will maintain their weight loss after 5 years, which is the marker determining permanent weight loss to the medical community. Research indicates diets actually add pounds in the long run.
Why are diets so destructive to our weight and health? Here are some of the ...ARTArticle15 Strategies for Holiday Eating Without Weight GainAre you one of those people who anticipate and dread the holidays at the same time? Not just the presents, decorations, travel and company, but all of the food? This time of year can really be a challenge so here are 15 tips that will help you enjoy the season more while eating less.
• It is ...ARTArticle2 Natural Remedies For Dry SkinFinding the right natural remedy for your dry skin is very important. The following items are two of the most effective, all-natural, dry skin care ingredients available for sale at most health stores.
Oatmeal: The Miracle Skin Care Ingredient
Take full advantage of the healing benefits of oatmeal when it comes to treating your dry or damaged skin. Oatmeal offers amazingly soothing skin care benefits that were first discovered more than 4,000 years ago.ARTArticle4 Common Myths About Digestive DisordersIf you have a digestive disorder, you may be inclined to keep it a secret from others. You feel embarrassed over having it. You may not realize is that having a digestive disorder is in fact a very common problem. Not finding out more about the truths of digestive disorders can be detrimental as there can be plenty of myths surrounding them. To cope with the condition and improve on the quality of life, it is important that you dispel some of these common myths.
The first myth about digestive disorders is that having bowel movements just 3 times weekly or less is okay.ARTArticle4 Surprisingly Pleasant Steps to Prevent Adrenal FatigueThe problem: Constant high-level stress and worry can trigger too much cortisol production, making us age faster, gain unwanted stomach fat, and feel too fatigued to enjoy life.
The goal: Prevent adrenal burnout and all of these emotional and physical repercussions by reducing stress.
You've probably heard tips about reducing stress before. Today, let's address some of the more unusual or surprising steps you can take to ease stress. As you'll see, good self-care is more than just another task to check off your endless to-do list--it can even be enjoyable.
A nose for calm