Health is more than the absence of disease; it encompasses all aspects of life that are good and uplifting to you and those around you. Health philosophies around the world have various aspects that all life is part of and derives vitality from elements in our physical universe. In traditional Asian philosophy there are […]
Read More connecting emotions to symptoms, how do emotions manifest in the body, Six emotions that damage health, Tips on keeping emotionally healthySurveys show American consumers are actively looking for products that contain fiber. Over the past five years, the number of consumers increasing their use of fiber has risen steadily. A Health Focus Trend Report showed that in 2006, more than 42 percent of consumers reported they were actively increasing their fiber intake, while 9 percent […]
Read More Body Creates Allergies, Fiber and your health, improve your diegestive health, Nutrition, Tips for a healthier youWilliam Shakespeare isn’t the only one to espouse the benefits of adequate sleep. The question remains, however: How much is enough? Certainly, not enough sleep can be detrimental to your health, but can you also suffer health risks from catching too many zzz’s? Daniel Kripke, co-director of research at the Scripps Clinic Sleep Center in […]
Read More Get plenty of rest, How much sleep is enough?, Stress, Tips on keeping emotionally healthyDoes your child seem to spend the entire day in front of the TV, on the computer or playing video games? Here’s an important reason why you should encourage them to get up and get moving. An article in the March 2008 issue of the Archives of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine found that turning […]
Read More Activity important for healthy kids, Computers, Obesity and kids, Sedintary activities not healthy for children, TV and video gamesAccording to Dr. Joe McCord of the University of Colorado’s Denver school of Medicine research shows not all antioxidants are equal. Conventional antioxidant supplements (such as vitamins A, C and E) are known as consumable or direct antioxidants because they are used up as they neutralize free radicals on a one-to-one basis. Dr. McCord said, […]
Read More Anti-aging and Oxidants, anti-oxidants are not all equal, How does the body create oxidants?, Oxidative stress and disease, ProtandimStress affects nearly everyone, but some people handle it better than others. And the simple truth is the people who are good at dealing with stress live healthier and happier lives compared to people who struggle with stress. The good news is if you are one of the many people who get caught up in […]
Read More connecting emotions to symptoms, Get plenty of rest, Stress, Tips for a healthier you, Tips on keeping emotionally healthyScan the grocery store shelves and you’ll find a variety of juices on display. The old favorites still remain – apple, orange and grape – but you’ll also see some new flavors these days, such as blueberry-pomegranate, cranberry-raspberry, guava and even “lychee” (an edible fruit native to the Kwangtung and Fukein provinces of China). […]
Read More Diet, energy boosters, Junk Food, Tasting good can be good for you, Tips for a healthier youRecent studies suggest there are a few key ingredients that should be avoided when shopping for cosmetics and personal care products as they are proving to be hazardous to your health. * Preservatives: They are added to kill bacteria and other organisms from contaminating the product and to give it a longer shelf life. […]
Read More Allergies, Anti-aging and Oxidants, Know what is harmful on the label, read the labels, Womens HealthMemory is the ability to store, retain and recall information. With so much of health care concerns looking at aging issues, dementia and Alzheimer’s is high on most peoples list. Exercising your brain is just as important as exercising your muscles so here are a few simple suggestions to keep your memory sharp: 1. […]
Read More Avoid loss of memory, The aging process, Things to remember, what you think about isn't always what you remember, Your memory healthEat your vegetables has been a command at the dinner table from parents to their children for many years. Well it seems that science is now able to back up Mom’s threats with research based findings. Over the years, various studies have suggested that people who regularly consume cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, cauliflower, brussels sprouts, […]
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