January 23rd, 2011
Have you ever had a paper cut or scraped your arm on something and torn the skin? Cuts can be serious matters, creating an opening in your body where one shouldn’t be. Bacteria can get into the wound area which will make you ill.
When you get a cut, what do you do? Most people head to their medicine cabinet or the store for something to heal the cut. Before going there, consider a more natural remedy that could be around your house or as close as the neighborhood health store. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: aloe vera, calendula, cuts, herbal remedies, herbs, immortelle, remedies, tea tree oil, wounds
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January 23rd, 2011
The prefix “arth” refers to joints and ‘itis’ refers to inflammation. The term “arthritis” is a generic term meaning painful joints. Are there different types of this condition? – true and false.
Although different types are common in adults who reach that ‘certain age’ it also affects children still in diapers and young people in the prime of their lives. Over 100 different types range from the relatively mild cases of tendonitis or bursitis to crippling systemic forms such as rheumatoid or Lupus. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: arthritis, inflamation, joints, osteoarthritis, pain relief cream
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January 23rd, 2011
Deep tissue massage focuses on specific problems such as chronic pain, fibromyalgia, limited mobility, recovery from injuries, repetitive strain injury, postural problems, osteoarthritis and muscle spasms.
The pressure will generally be more intense and more focused with this type of massage as the therapist works to release chronic muscle tension or knots. Also known as adhesions, these knots can cause chronic tension and pain in the neck, low back and shoulders. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: arthritis, chronic pain, deep tissue massage, fibromyalgia, muscle spasms, pain relief cream, tension
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October 27th, 2010
Varicose veins can be very, very uncomfortable. They often cause muscular cramps as well as feelings of heaviness and weariness in the affected leg. Sluggish circulation is often the cause.
In order to avoid these painful conditions, starchy, hard to digest foods such as peeled white potatoes and white bread should be avoided. They are constipating and they slow down digestion and circulation.
It is best to avoid refined foods, salt, fried foods, alcoholic drinks, coffee, strong tea, white flour products, white sugar and ice cream. All of these foods can be constipating if your system is sluggish. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: keg veins, leg circulation, leg pain, spider veins, varicose vein cream, varicose veins
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October 26th, 2010
Food, stress, and your day to day schedule can all affect your libido and can determine the way you look and feel about sex.
Most of us would rather feel and look good than bad. To feel good we need to bring into balance the two most important hormones that relate to a woman’s body, estrogen and progesterone.
Many doctors prescribe synthetic progesterone, called progestin to balance these hormones. Some side effects of synthetic progestin include: increased the risk of breast cancer, cancer of the uterus and increased risk of osteoporosis. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: breast cream, hormones, libido, progesterone, sex
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September 19th, 2010
Do you remember the Calgon commercial that was on TV a few years ago? It emphasizes soaking your troubles away. Well, you can do that without running away from home. A hot bath will do exactly the same thing.
Hot baths do warrant a word of caution before we continue here. Check the temperature carefully. While we say “hot bath” the water would feel better if it was warm to the touch but not scalding. It is hard to relax when you are sustaining third-degree burns. Read the rest of this entry »
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September 10th, 2010
Exercise is an important part of our lives. Staying in shape is one way to increase your life expectancy. Weight bearing exercises are important also for increasing muscle mass and bone density as you age.
Most of us have learned what to do when it comes to exercising. The problem is where and when to get the job done. With a busy lifestyle, making time for exercise is a challenge.
Weight bearing exercises aren’t just for bodybuilders. As you age, especially once you hit the age of forty, you begin to lose muscle mass. For women especially, bone loss becomes a problem. When the body is in need of calcium it can rob it from your bones. Building muscle not only increases their mass but your strength.
Here are five easy toning exercises that can be done anywhere and whenever you have time. At home, at the office, or on vacation, you can do these easy yet extremely effective exercises. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: exercise, muscle building, toning, Weight Loss
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September 10th, 2010
No matter how saggy your breasts are right now, you can firm them up quickly and naturally. Firm breasts always look better than a saggy bustline. Multiple pregnancies, breast feeding, rapid weight loss and aging can take their toll but these top secrets will give you back that perkiness in only a few weeks. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: breast cream, breast enhancement, breast exercise, breast firmness, breast massage, natural breast enlargement
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September 2nd, 2010
Something that we all know and hear about all the time, exercise can do a body good. It helps you to stay trim, tone muscles, and helps boost energy levels as well. What you’re probably not aware of, is that exercise can actually help you achieve that great complexion you’ve always wanted.
It’s true that regular exercise will nourish the skin all over the body with fresh blood, oxygen, and nutrients. As well, the increased blood flow and circulation that come with working out will help to draw toxins out of the body and improve the condition of all your vital organs, including your skin.
A lot of people think that sweat can trigger acne flare ups. The fact is, sweating is great for any type of congested skin, as it helps promote the flushing of impurities from the epidermal layer and will clean out the pores. As well, vigorous exercise can actually correct the hormonal imbalances that can trigger blemishes, therefore reducing the likelihood of outbreaks. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: acne, anti-aging, collagen, complexion, exercise, pycnogenol
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September 2nd, 2010
It’s a fact that we will all get older, though aging doesn’t have to be the specter looming on the horizon that many fear. You can keep your body healthy through exercise. Combined with diet, exercise is one way to age gracefully. As we age, we lose muscle strength. It is a condition known as sarcopenia. Loss of muscle mass as well as strength can be a fatal combination in the aging population. Strength contributes to one’s balance and flexibility. Without it, a fall can result in a broken hip or arm instead of a possible sprain from catching yourself.
There are no quick fixes to getting into shape. But, you can begin an exercise program at any age and reap the rewards. For seniors, implementing an exercise program may help to reverse the effects of time on your joints, muscles and bones. For women especially, osteoporosis is a threat as you age. So, what types of exercises can you perform? Don’t worry – you won’t be doing any PT training any time soon. You can strive for that but not right away. When choosing your exercise, use these tips. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: age spots, hyper-pigmentation, pycnogenol, scars, sun damage
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