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ARTArticleCreativity Opens Doorways to Your Self-Healing IntuitionCreativity is a stimulant to intuition. Creative people often describe the source of their creativity as inspiration. Highly intuitive individuals will often describe their source of insight as inspiration. Stimulating your creativity is one way to develop your inspiration and intuitive abilities; therefore, receiving more messages about your healing from your inner well of wisdom.ARTArticleCure Any Disease With an Alkaline DietOne of the best natural health cures for any disease is the pH miracle diet. The human body needs to be slightly alkaline to remain healthy, so a diet of mainly alkaline foods will keep your body at a proper pH balance.
Your system will become unbalanced if you eat too many acid foods, leading to numerous problems, such as weight gain, lack of energy, and depressed immunity. When your immune system becomes weakened, there are many diseases that your body could contract.ARTArticleDepression As An Evolutionary Adaptation: Unknown Facts About Depression Revealed By The ExpertsRecent research suggests that depression may not be a disorder, but an evolutionary adaptation which brings certain mental and emotional advantages. Depressed people often report persistent rumination, which allows them to analyze complex social dilemmas more effectively, according to the Virginia Commonwealth University. Depressed people also tend to report social isolation, and reduced pleasure in sex and other activities, suggesting that depression helps people to avoid distraction so they can focus on their problems more intensely.ARTArticleDepression Costs America as Much as the War in AfghanistanDepression is a worldwide epidemic. According to the World Health Organization, it affects about 121 million people worldwide, and those numbers are increasing. Depressive disorders affect as many as 18.8 millio
American adults or about 9.5 percent of the U.S. population age 18 and older in a given year, according to the National Institute of Mental Health.ARTArticleDetoxify and Immunify your Diet - Top Medicinal Foods to Boost your Health and CuisineOK, I realize immunify isn’t technically a word, but you get the idea – this is about foods with serious immune boosting and detoxifying action. How does a single food do all of this, you might ask? The secret to the double-action health benefits lies in the interconnection between these crucial body functions. In a past article, I discuss the link between immune function and digestion and explore therARTArticleDiabetes – The Link Between Periodontal Disease and DiabetesDiabetes affects about 24 millio
Americans or about 8% of the population. It is a disease that is characterized by high levels of blood sugar caused by malfunctioning insulin production. An insulin resistant individual becomes diabetic when the pancreas can no longer put out sufficient insulin to lower the blood sugar and the organ becomes exhausted.ARTArticleDiabetes and NutritionDiabetes Mellitus, or Diabetes, is a metabolism disorder. Metabolism is the way the body uses digested food for growth and energy. Glucose is the main form of sugar in the blood and is used as fuel for the body. Most of the food people eat is broken down into glucose. Diabetes Mellitus is a very serious disease. It is one of the top 5 causes of death.
GLUCOSE AND INSULIN
Glucose passes into the bloodstream after digestion. There it is used by cells for growth and energy. Insulin must be present for glucose to get into the cells. Insulin is a hormone that is produced by the pancreas.ARTArticleDiabetes and Self-HealingOne of my readers asked about how to heal from diabetes. I love questions. They challenge me to dive in deeply into the spiritual and emotional roots behind illnesses.ARTArticleDiet Myths To AvoidIn today's world it seems everyone is on some type of weight loss diet. Today I will discuss some diet myths that some may believe will help them but may actually be hurting their weight loss goals.
Diet Myth 1:
Certain Food Groups Should Be Eliminated
Many fad diets emphasize the elimination of certain food groups or eating primarily only one or two food groups. Your body needs a balanced diet that supplies you with the diverse nutrients that will keep you healthy.ARTArticleDo You Actually Need Whey Protein For Body BuildingWith the growing popularity of protein supplements, it is becoming more and more tempting to buy a bunch of big label products that claim to let you surge in size because of their special blend of ingredients.ARTArticleDo You Have Gym Etiquette? My Top Five Gym Pet PeevesDo You Have Gym Etiquette?
If you have been following my blog you know I have worked in the field of fitness for some time now. Well over the years I have seen many things that that just make you wonder what some people are thinking. It is about having gym etiquette and realizing that there are other people who are also working out in the gym where you are.
Gym etiquette is when you obey the rules of a health club or gym and you present yourself in a respectful manner and are respectful to others and also of the equipment. Also, be aware of your surroundings and those around you.ARTArticleDo You Think Your Food Is Making You Sick?There are many diseases that people have had to cope with. Throughout history there have been many different ways of treating these illnesses, and a lot of money is being spent to find new treatments. What is the best way to heal your body? Should you use the medicine of today, or find one of a number of natural health cures?ARTArticleDon't Delay Caring for Your Health by Searching for a Medical Diagnosis“Sticks and stones might break my bones but names will never hurt me.” An old saying.
People don’t like the unknown. People don’t like unanswered questions. And many people don’t like mysteries that have no end.ARTArticleEight Essential Mediterranean Diet FoodsMajor scientific organizations all over the world, including the Mayo Clinic and the World Health Organization, endorse the Mediterranean diet lifestyle as a primary way of preventing chronic diseases. It has been proven effective in helping you to lose weight, lowering your risk of heart attack, stroke, and diabetes.ARTArticleEmotional Abuse and Brain Structural DamageEmotional abuse results in damage to the hippocampus, a brain area involved in learning and memory ability. This damage results in associated memory deficits, according to studies from Yale University School of Medicine, Yale Psychiatric Institute and the Department of Biological Sciences at Stanford University. Intense stress from emotional abuse floods the brain with hormones such as cortisol, adrenaline, noradrenaline, and opiates, which results in eventual shrinkage of the hippocampus, according to Pierce J. Howard, PhD in his book, The Owner's Manual for the Brain.ARTArticleEnjoy Adventure Trips and Adventure Sports during India ToursIndia is too vast and beautiful to capture in just a few words. It is full of historical destinations like Taj Mahal, Khajuraho Temples, thrilling caves of Ajanta and Ellora, wonderful forts and palaces that fascinates everyone to this land of incredible diversity. India also presents many exciting opportunities for those who love adventure sports. You can also try your hand at zip lining here it is an above the world experience. Indian forts are best to fulfill your zipline ride dream, which attracts a large number of adrenaline junkies.ARTArticleEnjoy These Healthy Foods for the Skin!ARTArticleExercise and Depression Recovery are Linked - Routine Exercise Shows Results Comparable to AntidepressantsPeople who engage in regular exercise, including walking, show improvement in their depression, comparable to people treated with antidepressant medication, demonstrating that exercise and depression recovery are linked. Exercise has none of the harmful and potentially deadly side effects of antidepressants. Exercise and stress reduction not only relieves depression symptoms, it may prevent them from recurring.ARTArticleExercise and Elbow PainHello my friends!
If you have been in a gym for some time the chances are really good you will run into somebody who is having some issues with their elbow or maybe you are having some yourself.
First, I am not at all a doctor so I am not diagnosing you here. Consult your physician. What I will do is give you an example of what could be causing some discomfort.ARTArticleExercise Tips To Build MuscleThis time of year weight loss is the hot topic but what if you are one of the few that would like to gain muscle mass. I have put together five tips for helping you build muscle. If you cand follow these faithfully, you should be able gain muscle mass.
Exercise Tip #1: Eat at least one gram of protein per pound of bodyweight each dayARTArticleExperience The Benefits Of A Healthy Lifestyle!"He who has health has hope, and he who has hope has everything" - Arabian Proverb
A new and healthy pattern.ARTArticleExperience the Spirit of AdventureDon’t you all love to do something new that pushes you out of your comfort zones? There are so many exciting activities like the adventure sports and adventure trips, which you can try to have the real fun of life.
Test Your Limits
If you think you can take the challenges then you should look for an Adventure trip now. This trip will offer you the occasion of facing extreme dangers and weather conditions. To take the full fun of your adventure trip, test your limits and try an extreme sport. You should try adding some adrenaline to your Adventure trip for more thrills.
Zipline RidesrARTArticleFeeling Week and Tired?
7 Tips On How To Get Energy Back!ARTArticleFinding true success: 2 more tips to motivate you to moveWe all have a hard time getting ourselves into the exercise mindset sometimes. (Yes, I admit, there are days I'm so busy I'm tempted to skip it, too.) And when life gets complicated, it's even easier to think of reasons we just "can't" afford to take time out for exercise.
If you're in a high-pressure job, an entrepreneur, or someone who works long or unusual hours, you might find it especially hard to take time out regularly for healthful activity. How do you justify carving out time and effort for exercise when your to-do list is longer than your day?ARTArticleFive Secret Sugar Foods To AvoidWe all know that in order to succeed in the battle of weight loss we need to eat healthy and avoid unhealthy fats and sugars. Unfortunately you may not realize that some of the foods you eat are setting you back with high amounts of added sugars.ARTArticleFrom Emotionally Hungry to Emotionally Nourished: The Power of Emotional Nutrition™Are emotional hungers – ones you may not even be aware of – driving you to make choices based on emotional need instead of what’s actually best for you? If so, what kind of consequences might you expect, and what constructive steps can you take?
Emotional HungerARTArticleGastric Bypass Surgery-Is It Best For You?Have you ever thought about gastric surgery Losing weight is not that hard to figure out. Simply eat smaller portions of the food you eat, make sure the food is healthy for you, and get some form of exercise regularly. For some people, though, no matter what they do to lose weight, the weight just will not come off.ARTArticleGearing Up For My First Adventure TripI came to home from my first adventure trip last night and got a chance to share my experience from all of you. This adventure trip was like a dream come true for me. I enjoyed the every single moment of this 1 day trip. I and my friends had planned to move to an adventurous place, Neemrana Fort Palace near Delhi. We were very excited and thrilled because we never went before on any adventure tour. From the first step onto beautifully constructed fortes until I zip between the battlements, hill forts and ridge tops, everything was full of adventure.ARTArticleGenetically Modified FoodsDid You Know That You Have Been Eating Genetically Modified Food, Since 1996?
What is Genetically Modified Organism’s (GMO), anyhow? It sounds like some sci-fi movie….or invader of the body snatchers.ARTArticleGet to the Root of your Joint Pain: Making Joint Health Products Work for YouJoint pain is a tough condition to battle and if you are in this boat, you are certainly not alone. As a Nutritionist, I often encounter patients with joint pain who feel like they have exhausted their treatment options. Many of them have tried the common drugs such as NSAIDs and natural remedies such as glucosamine, but have been turned off because of potential side effects or lack of effectiveness. So, the same question keeps arising; are there any safe and effective joint pain remedies?