Coping with DiabetesRead MoreEvery day, in the United States, more than 2000 new cases of diabetes are diagnosed. Type II diabetes, the most prevalent form of diabetes worldwide, often shows few or even no symptoms!After eating, food is broken down into what is known as gluco..
Get Heartburn, Indigestion and Ulcer Relief Using DGLRead MoreIn the 1940's licorice was discovered to be useful in treating peptic ulcers. Unfortunately it had side effects that lead to high blood pressure, potassium loss, and fluid retention. Researchers discovered that the ingredient in licorice that cau..
What You Should Know About ArthritisRead MoreShould the person experience some muscle pain which lasts more than 2 or 3 days, there is a strong chance that one has arthritis.Arthritis is a common disease that affects millions of people worldwide. This can be felt in the persons joints, skin a..
Use It or Lose It - A Plan for a Successful Exercise ProgramRead MoreYou've heard the expression a thousand times "use it or lose it". As we get older it is important that we stay active and get our bodies moving. If you are over forty and are not very active, I'm sure you have noticed your muscl..
Vitamin B-2Read MoreRiboflavin is a common name for vitamin B-2 and was once known as Vitamin G. You will see Vitamin B-2 described as Riboflavin on the back of vitamin bottles and in other food packaging.An interesting and curious fact about Riboflavin is that it is ..
Best Beds and Mattresses for Back PainRead MoreBeds and mattresses play a very important role in the keeping your back in good shape. After a day full of twists and turns, and bending and straightening, your back requires good rest. Beds and mattresses that do not support the back properly can ..
Pro-Biotics - Good Bugs to Treat Harmful BacteriaRead MoreParasites132 different types of parasites and worms can survive in the human body. Most do so inside your colon and small intestine. A few get into your internal organs too (lungs, liver, thyroid, stomach, gallbladder, kidneys, pancreas, etc) and y..
Ginseng and Its Many UsesRead MoreGinseng is the most famous Chinese herb. It is the most widely recognized plant used in traditional medicine. Various forms of ginseng have been used in medicine for more than 7000 years. Several species grow around the world, and though some are p..
Pamper Your Body Through PilatesRead MoreSo many of Hollywood's hottest stars rave about its benefits. You can't walk into a gym without seeing classes. But what is pilates, anyway?Pilates is actually named for a man named Joseph Pilates. Around 1914, Pilates was a performer and a boxe..
Snoring and YouRead MoreIt's midnight. You're being kept awake by a loved one's snoring. Do you ever worry about their health? Everyone knows that snoring is a nuisance at night, but did you know that there are health risks associated with it? Snoring is much more than an..
Fast Food and Vitamins Take Up Some Healthy HabitsRead MoreIf you ask most adults why they dont get the vitamins they need as part of their daily food intake, theyll likely tell you that they just dont have the time to eat like they should. Its true that eating right does take some time and effort, but its..
The Pharmacist Says...Understand Cough and CongestionRead MoreToday, there are numerous oral cough and congestion medications available at the neighborhood drug store. The list of medications can be overwhelming to patients. Organizing these medications into 4 categories simplifies the process of choosing a medication and preventing drug interactions and reactions. The categories are 1. Antihistamines
Pillow Buying GuideRead MoreSize Most pillows come in 2 sizes Standard and King. King size pillows can be too long and unyielding, so you may want to consider using 3 standard pillows instead of 2 King Size for a King Size mattress. Some companies offer a Queen Size pillow ..
The Back Massage - How Sweet It Is!Read MoreAll across the planet, the back massage is the ultimate method of relaxation. Why? Because the spine, including the neck, is where most people accumulate tension. Even a light massage, when performed with a good intent, in a good atmosphere, can he..
An Air Purifier for a Breathe of Fresh AirRead MoreOne of the most important elements for the survival of human beings is air. Air is a vital component of a very complex set of respiratory functions. This air must be free of contaminants that could cause a potential health risk. Air that contains..
How To (Not!) Get Fat In Five Easy StepsRead MoreYou may think it's strange to find a "How-To" article focusing on five easy steps for adding fat to your body. You might say that we already know how to do that two thirds of the people in the United States are overweight, and one third are conside..
Irritable Bowel Syndrome Read MoreIrritable bowel syndrome is a chronic functional disorder of the intestines which causes abdominal pain, often accompanied by cramping, bloating, diarrhea and constipation. It is also referred to as spastic colon or mucous colitis. Irritable bowel ..
Common Skin Conditions: Dermatitis and MolesRead MoreTwo of the most common skin conditions are the presence of moles and dermatitis. Moles can have more serious consequences than the irritation of dermatitis.Moles occur when the cells in the skin that give it its pigment, called melanocytes, grow i..
Exploring the Physical Aspect of FitnessRead MorePhysical fitness; I am sure this term means different things to different people. It conjers up memories of junior high gym class and specific tests or drills we did to determine our fitness level.Many years later, I am still amazed at how many dif..