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4 Reasons You’re Gaining Weight and Don’t Know Why
It can happen suddenly or slowly over time, but when you put on a few unexpected pounds, you may find yourself scratching your head and wondering...
6 Herbs that Rev Up Your Sex Drive
Have you lost that lovin’ feeling? There are many things that can have a negative effect on your sex drive, including psychological, physical, and...
The Question Weighing on Everyone’s Mind: Why Do People Overeat?
I’m sure you’ve heard the statistics – obesity is on the rise and there’s no sign that it’s slowing down. Moreover, it’s becoming one of the major...
10 Easy Ways to Stick to Your Diet
Starting a weight loss plan is challenging for even the most disciplined dieter, especially when you are eating less than you are used to. How can...
20 Minutes of Exercise Per Week Improves Mental Health
You’ve probably heard all the facts about how getting 30 minutes or more of exercise per day is ideal for your physical health. But did you know...
4 Dietary Changes to Help Beat Acne
If you or someone you know suffers from acne, you know that it can often vary from an occasional annoyance to a debilitating condition. The exact...
5 Easy Ways to Add Years to Your Life
How many times have you heard the phrase, “the only two certainties in life are death and taxes”? Probably more times than you can count! But what...
5 Easy Ways to Boost Your Metabolism
Your body burns calories and fat through metabolism—and the higher your metabolism is, the easier it is to maintain a healthy weight or shed...
5 Foods That Fight Aging
The word that is heard over and over when it comes to living longer is ANTIOXIDANTS . . . and the more the better! But there are other...
5 Healthy Cities with Great Food and Fitness Options
Do you live in a “healthy” city? What really makes one city healthier than another? Well, a commitment to creating recreational activities for...
5 Healthy Reasons to Have More Sex
When your life is governed by deadlines, household chores and a variety of other responsibilities, you may find little time to fit in intimacy....
5 Herbal Remedies for Weight Loss
Weight loss. It seems like it’s on everybody’s mind these days. And who can avoid it when every day we’re bombarded by television commercials and...
5 Tips for Picking the Right Gym or Fitness Center
Do you belong to a gym or fitness center, or are you considering joining one? You may think that one gym or health club really isn’t that...
7 Stategic Tips for Weight Loss
It's been the age-old question for many of us for years - "How do I lose weight, and more importantly, how do I keep it off?" With all the advice...
A Change in Bowel Movements: What it Might Mean
Would you consider yourself “regular”? Or do you suffer from bouts of constipation or diarrhea . . . or maybe both? What determines a regular...
A Look at Sleep Aids
Do you remember how you slept as a kid? Not “how” as in which position (on your back, your side, if you had the top bunk or not) – but the quality...
A Mysterious Disorder: Night Eating
Does it seem as though food is disappearing from your kitchen – and your kids and/or husband aren’t to blame? Are you overwhelmed by a ravenous...
A Natural Approach to Insomnia
Have you ever had a sleepless night? Maybe you had trouble quieting your mind and falling asleep, or perhaps you were able to fall asleep quickly...
A Natural Solution to Low Blood Sugar: Herbal Blends
Have you ever suffered from low blood sugar, or hypoglycemia? If so, you understand the impact it can have on your body, ranging from sweating and...
A Normal Weight May Not Be Good For You: Now What?
Are you happy with your weight? If your scale says your weight is fine, why should there be a problem? Unfortunately, the problem is that...
A Recipe for Sex Success: 7 Ways to Spice It Up
A romantic evening often begins with an intimate meal, but what you eat on a daily basis can help ensure that you are sexually satisfied all the...
Acid Reflux Drugs Increase Bone Fracture Risk
It’s hard to see your friends and family enjoying all your favorite foods when your body denies you the same pleasure. The culprit? Acid reflux....
Acid Reflux Drugs May Increase Bone Fracture Risk
It’s hard to see your friends and family enjoying all your favorite foods when your body denies you the same pleasure. The culprit? Acid reflux....
Acne Be Gone!
Have you ever suffered from acne? Even if you’re an adult, you may be struggling with keeping a soft, clear complexion. Whether you are dealing...
Acupuncture for Weight Loss: Does it Really Work?
Acupuncture --the practice of using very thin needles to pierce specific sites on the body in an attempt to relieve pain-- has been in practice...
Add Red Wine to Your Anti-Aging Approach and See Results
What tactics do you use to fight aging? Eating right? Exercise? Plastic surgery? While it’s impossible to stop the aging process completely (even...
Adult Immunizations: Do You Need One?
If you haven’t been to the doctor in years, you may be in for a surprise: it may be time to get a “booster” shot, a dose of a vaccine that you may...
Air Pollution Increases Blood Clot Risk
You know that air pollution and smog is bad for the environment and partly responsible for the disappearing ozone layer, but did you also know...
All About Nosebleeds
Have you ever had a nosebleed? If you never have, you’re extremely fortunate! Nosebleeds can be unnerving and messy, especially when they come on...
All About Vitamin A
Does Vitamin A make you’re “A-List” on a daily basis? Or are you lacking in this “Grade-A” vitamin? You know that vitamins and minerals are...
All About Vitamin E
Do you get enough Vitamin E in your diet? Are you “E-ting” enough of the foods containing this “E-essential” vitamin? Or are you unintentionally...
Allergies Are On the Rise in the U.S.A.
Do you suffer from allergies? Perhaps you sneeze incessantly whenever you so much as look at a cat or maybe you swell up like a balloon at even...
Allergy 101
Have you ever experienced a runny nose, congestion and itchy eyes? Maybe you’ve developed a sudden rash, or dry sensitive skin. These symptoms can...
Alligator Blood: The New Treatment Option
If you have kids or grandkids, you’ve probably heard about how certain infections are becoming resistant to traditional treatments, including...
Alternative Treatments for Autism
Have you ever met someone who is autistic? Perhaps someone in your family – a child or grandchild – suffers from the disorder? If you’ve never...
Antioxidant in Red Wine Found to Destroy Pancreatic Cancer Cells
Do you love a glass of really good wine? In addition to its pleasing taste and relaxation factor, you may have heard that red wine (in moderation,...
Are You at Risk for Arthritis?
Have you noticed pain, swelling, and/or stiffness in your joints? Those symptoms could be signs of arthritis, an inflammation of the joints. So,...
Are You Getting Enough or Too Much Vitamin C?
You know that vitamins and minerals are essential to your overall health and well-being, but which vitamins and how much of each should you be...
Are Your Favorite Drinks Eroding Your Teeth?
Is soda your beverage of choice? Or do you prefer fruit juices or teas? Or, perhaps you’re an athlete and you regularly chug sports drinks after...
Arthritis on the Rise: How to Reduce Your Risk
Do you suffer from the pain and stiffness of arthritis? If so, then you know that arthritis can keep you from performing even the simplest task ....
Asthma Drug Proven to Make Patients Worse than if taking Placebo
If you suffer from asthma, you may rely on prescription medication to lessen your symptoms. But there’s one particular drug out there that may...
Avoid Medication Mistakes
Have you ever acted as your own personal pharmacist and mixed medications for a more powerful punch? Perhaps you didn’t get enough relief from...
Beat Jet Lag to the Punch
Are you planning to get on a plane anytime soon? Perhaps you’re headed to see family or friends across the country – or even across the globe –...
Best Treatments for Diarrhea
At some point in your life, you may have had the unfortunate experience of having diarrhea. Whether it’s due to a stomach bug, a sensitive tummy,...
Better Than DNA Profiling: New Test Could Aid in Investigations
Have you ever watched any of the “CSI” television shows? It seems to be a very popular series! The premise of these shows involves just what...
Beware of Lyme Disease
Are you planning a camping trip or a hike through the woods soon? Or, do you live in a wooded area where a “hike through the woods” involves...
Beware of Spider Bites!
Have you ever awoken to find a small, red, itchy bump somewhere on your body? You may have been at a loss as to what it was or how it got there,...
Blister Basics: The Safe Way to Get Relief
Do you remember the last time you had a blister? Maybe you were trying out a new pair of tennis shoes for the first time, or you spent the weekend...
Blood Purification and Detoxification: Herbal Blends
You probably know the importance of a healthy heart, a healthy digestive system, healthy kidneys, liver, and pretty much all your internal organs....
Breast Feeding vs. Bottle Feeding: What's the Right Choice?
You just had a baby and you couldn't be more elated, but now comes the choice that people near and far will loudly voice their opinion on . . . no...
Busted! 5 Weight-Loss Myths Debunked
Are you really serious about losing weight and keeping it off? Well then, it is time to separate fact from fiction. You may have heard of the...
Calcium: What You Need to Know
When you think about calcium, what’s the first thing that comes to your mind? You might say “healthy bones”—and you’d be right! But that’s not the...
Can Acupuncture Cure What Ails You?
Are you dissatisfied with the results you’ve been seeing from modern medicine? If so, you’re definitely not alone. Many people (including myself)...
Can Red Wine Really Help You Live Longer?
Were you watching the ABC network the other night? On Tuesday, April 1, ABC aired a special which featured the issue of aging. The question was...
Chronic Pain Relief NOT from a Bottle
When was the last time you took a pain reliever? A few days ago? Yesterday? Maybe only a few hours ago? If you suffer from chronic pain – whether...
Could Being a Sports Fan be Hazardous to Your Health?
Are you a die-hard sports fan? If you spend hours watching sporting events on television, spend hundreds of dollars investing in season tickets,...
Could Your Bad Breath Be Caused by a Bug?
Have you ever been self-conscious about your breath? Perhaps you had some zippy Chinese takeout the night before an important meeting (or worse...
Could Your Child Have Russell Silver Syndrome?
Have you ever heard of Russell Silver Syndrome? Perhaps its abbreviation, RSS, is more familiar? And, no – not as in an “RSS feed” like you can...
Dealing with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
When bad things happen in your life, you may at times have a hard time coping, grieving, and continuing to live a “normal” life. However, many of...
Detoxifying from Gulf War Illness
Have you ever heard of “Gulf War Illness”? If you served in the Gulf War, or know someone who did, you may know this illness and its effects all...
Diet Profiler: The 5-Factor Diet
With all the diet plans and weight-loss methods out there today, it’s hard to know which one is right for you. Seriously, how many diets have you...
Diet Profiler: The Abs Diet
Are you looking to shed some weight, and tone up at the same time? Perhaps you’ve always yearned for a flat stomach or six-pack abs. Well, the Abs...
Diet Profiler: The Atkins Diet
How many diets do you think you’ve been on in your lifetime? One? Five? Twenty? Shedding unwanted weight is never easy, and many people turn to...
Diet Profiler: The Fat Flush Diet
Want to detoxify your body, eliminate that bloated feeling and lose some weight at the same time? Well . . . ever heard of The Fat Flush Diet?...
Diet Profiler: The Fit for Life Diet
The Fit for Life Diet, originally formulated by Harvey and Marilyn Diamond in the 1980s, is based on the concept of “Food Combining.” Food...
Diet Profiler: The Pritikin and Ornish Diets
Have you ever tried the “low-fat” diet approach? Perhaps you’ve wanted to shed some extra weight, or you’ve been advised by your doctor to slim...
Diet Profiler: The South Beach Diet
The South Beach Diet redefines the concept of “diet.” Unlike most traditional diets, it involves no calorie-counting or down-sizing of portions....
Diet Profiler: The Zone Diet
When was the last time you were on a diet? Last year? Last month? Yesterday? Shedding unwanted weight is never easy, and many people turn to...
Dietary Supplement Safety and the FDA
Do you take any dietary supplements? It seems everywhere you look these days, dietary supplements are being sold. You can find them at your local...
Do Anti-Depressants Really Work?
Have you noticed that you’re less interested in your favorite activities lately? Do you feel sad a lot of the time, and don’t know exactly why? Is...
Don't Be SAD: The Lowdown on Seasonal Affective Disorder
When I moved to Southern California I thought it would be bright and sunny every day, but instead I'm experiencing somthing called June gloom (it...
Don't Let the Bed Bugs Bite!
You’ve heard the old saying – “Good night, sleep tight, don’t let the bed bugs bite!” . . . haven’t you? But have you ever stopped to think about...
Don't Be SAD: The Lowdown on Seasonal Affective Disorder
Seasonal Affective Disorder is an increasingly common problem, particularly during the winter months. If you or someone you know automatically...
Double-Arm Transplant: Medical Miracle or Wave of the Future?
Transplants have been around for many years. However, it is not too often that you hear about a “limb” transplant, much less a double-limb...
Ease Arthritis Pain with Nature: Herbal Blends
Do you suffer from painful arthritis, despite prescription or over-the-counter pain medicines?
Effects of Laser Eye Surgery to be Studied by the FDA
Do you suffer from impaired vision? Perhaps you’ve had glasses or contacts since you were a child, or just recently developed less-than-perfect...
Even Second-Hand Smoke May Cause Low Birth Weight in Babies
Are you pregnant, or do you know someone who is? While it may seem obvious to refrain from smoking while you’re pregnant, do you really know just...
Everything You Need to Know About Alzheimer’s
Do you know someone who developed Alzheimer’s disease? Perhaps it was a family member, a friend, or even a neighbor. If you’ve been witness to...
Everything You Need to Know About Chicken Pox
Have you ever had the dreaded Chicken Pox? If so, you may remember the awful itching and red sores very clearly. Or, if you’re one of the lucky...
Everything You Need to Know About Molluscum Contagiosum
Have you ever heard of molluscum contagiosum? Wait – what? What in the world is molluscum contagiosum? That’s the exact question I asked when I...
Everything You Need to Know about Shingles
Have you ever had shingles? No, no . . . not the things you put on your rooftop! Maybe you’ve heard of shingles, but don’t really know what the...
Excess Baggage: 4 Tips to Prevent Bags under Your Eyes
Do you have some “excess baggage” under your eyes? Whether you’re a guy or a girl, having bags under your eyes can have an unsightly effect on...
Fight Bloating with These Natural Remedies
Ugh . . . you know the feeling, right? That full, gassy, uncomfortable (and sometimes painful) feeling of being bloated? Well, you’re certainly...
Fight Colds and Flu the Natural Way: Herbal Blends
Have you had the flu yet this winter? Or even just a really nasty cold? Even though it seems flu and cold season hits worst in the winter months,...
Fight Stroke with Natural Weight Loss
Do you struggle with your weight? You are not alone in your ongoing battle of the bulge. A new study reported by the American Stroke Association...
Finally! Relief from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Do you spend a lot of time typing on a computer? Maybe your job requires you to spend hours glued to your computer keyboard. If this sounds...
Flu Vaccines Not As Effective This Year According to the CDC
Did you get a flu shot this year? And if so, did it truly protect you against the flu? I didn’t get the flu shot this year, and so far I haven’t...
Food Allergies Increase while Food Industry Intends to Profit
Are you allergic to any foods? If so, you’re definitely not alone. According to a recent study, food allergies are a common problem for more and...
Food Coloring and Preservatives Linked to ADHD
It seems like attention hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is getting a lot of notice these days as an increasing number of children are being...
Freshen Your Breath the Natural Way
Have you ever been on an airplane, or standing next to someone in line at the grocery store, and been overcome by your neighbor’s bad breath? Or...
Get Over Workout Excuses
You know that exercise is good for you—it gives you energy, boosts your immune system, and keeps you healthy and strong. But you may have a...
Get Rid of Your Hangover - Quickly and Naturally
Have you ever been out for a night on the town and had just one too many drinks? Or, maybe you had a house party and the wine and other drinks...
Ginseng May Relieve Symptoms of Schizophrenia
According to a recent CBS News article a small study was conducted where schizophrenia symptoms were reduced when the patients took Panax ginseng...
Good News for Chocoholics
In a perfect world, we’d all be healthy, happy and chocolate would be good for us. Well, guess what? At least one of those things is a reality...
Great American Smokeout Day: 6 Serious Reasons to Butt Out
Are you thinking about quitting smoking but not sure you're ready to take the plunge? Do you know someone who wants to quit but can't quite seem...
Green Tea Can Help Retain Memory of Sleep Apnea Sufferers
Do you suffer from sleep apnea and its resulting health issues? You may be surprised to learn that 12 million people in the United States alone...
Has your guy lost his libido? 10 Possible Reasons Why
In an earlier article we brought you six top reasons women are just not “in the mood.” But that was women – what about when it comes to your guy’s...
Have You Had Your Tetanus Shot?
When was the last time you had a tetanus shot? I’m trying to remember the last time I had a booster . . . I’m thinking it was that time when I...
Healthy Habits Gone Bad
Exercise, a low-fat diet, plenty of fiber, lots of sleep . . . you can’t get too much of healthy habits like these, right? Wrong! Read on to learn...
Help for Hiccups
Have you ever had such a bad case of the hiccups that you physically hurt? Hiccups are never fun, but in addition to the social discomfort hiccups...
Help for Seasonal Allergies
When the seasons start to change – particularly from winter to spring – do you notice that you’re easily congested, with itchy, watery eyes? If...
Helpful Hangover Tips - Or Not?
We’ve all been there. Well, most of us have anyway - the morning after an office Christmas party, night out on the town, or beers with the boys....
Hemorrhoid Relief is Within Reach: Herbal Blends
Have you ever suffered from hemorrhoids? From what I’ve heard, hemorrhoids can be excruciating . . . so much so that just the mention of the word...
Here Comes the Sun
What’s your favorite season? Summer is one of the most popular answers to that question – and for good reason! What better time to enjoy the warm...
Hospital-Acquired Infections: Unacceptable and On the Rise
Have you ever had to go to the hospital? Perhaps you had some sort of surgery, or maybe your hospital trip involved being admitted as a pregnant...
How Antioxidants Fight Aging
Did you know that you are literally rusting as you grow older? That's right – many of the physical and even mental changes associated with aging...
How the Glycemic Index Can Help You Lose Weight
Have you ever heard of the Glycemic Index? It kind of sounds important – doesn’t it? Like maybe something you should be aware of! Well, if you’re...
How to Achieve Whole Health: Herbal Blends
When you think about being healthy, you might put a lot of importance on eating right, taking care of your heart and preventing cancers and other...
How to Avoid and Treat Kidney Stones
Have you ever had a kidney stone? If not, consider yourself very lucky! I have been one of the unfortunate who has suffered from these nasty...
How to Avoid and Treat Pneumonia
Have you ever had pneumonia? If so, you probably remember all too well the symptoms - coughing, fever, chills and problems breathing. So how can...
How to Avoid Common Medical Mistakes
Have you ever heard a medical horror story? Perhaps it was about how a patient went into surgery to have one kidney removed and the doctor took...
How to Be Safe with Your Nutritional Supplements
Any alternative or nutritional supplement, whether recommended by a medical professional or purchased over the counter, can be of great benefit to...
How to Beat Movie Motion Sickness
Have you ever been watching a movie – whether in the theater or in the comfort of your own home – and suddenly your tummy felt a bit queasy? Or...
How to Blast Belly Fat
Spare tire. Muffin top. Potbelly. Middle age spread. Shall I go on? We’ve all heard these terms to describe that area of the mid-section where...
How to Break Your Nicotine Habit for Good!
If you smoke or chew tobacco, then you probably already know how difficult it can be to stop. Perhaps you’ve tried quitting in the past, only to...
How to Deal with a Diet-Detractor
Have you ever started a diet, only to be distracted by a diet-detractor? Committing and sticking to a diet is hard enough without having to worry...
How to Overcome Laryngitis
“Help! I’ve lost my voice!” How many times have you struggled to get these words to come out of your mouth? You can do your best to prevent losing...
How to Pick the Best Weight Loss Program
Are you one of the one-third of American adults who are overweight, or are you just trying to shed a few excess pounds? It's no wonder weight loss...
How to Pick the Best Weight Loss Program
Are you one of the one-third of American adults who are overweight, or are you just trying to shed a few excess pounds? It's no wonder weight loss...
How to Prevent and Treat Nausea
Do you remember the last time you had the stomach flu? If the exact time or date isn’t precise in your mind, the feeling you had in the pit of...
How to Reverse the Signs of Aging the Natural Way
You’ve probably seen the television commercials and magazine advertisements promoting anti-aging products and tactics, from magic skin creams and...
How to Snack and Lose Weight
Snacking in between meals wasn’t always a part of the modern diet, but as pre-packaged foods become more convenient and our busy schedules make us...
How to Spot and Treat Pleurisy
You probably have heard that chest pain is one of the major signs or symptoms indicating a heart attack. While it’s often a very good indication...
Ibuprofen Linked to a Rare Condition
When you get an ache or a pain, what do you reach for in your medicine cabinet? Aspirin? Ibuprofen? Acetaminophen? Well, one of those options has...
Important First Step: Pre-Screen Children Before Prescribing Ritalin
If you have kids or grandkids, you’ve probably heard about or know about the drug Ritalin. Ritalin is a popular prescription drug used to treat...
Introduction to Stress Management
Have you ever been so overwhelmed by the things going on in your life that you felt almost helpless? Perhaps you have a project at work that’s...
Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Suffer No More!
Are you forever plagued by tummy troubles? I suffered with an angry tum for years, and finally after a decade of discomfort and pain I was...
Is Fasting For You?
Have you been feeling a bit run-down lately, or just a bit out of sorts? Maybe you haven’t been eating as healthfully as you should, or you’ve put...
Is Your Artificial Sweetener Making You Fat?
What you need to know about substitute sugars. Do you use an artificial sweetener in your morning coffee? Perhaps you use it to top off a bowl of...
Kick-Start Your Summer Weight Loss
The warm weather is here, and it’s time to bare more of your skin as bikini season is set in motion. Are you ready? If you’ve procrastinated on...
Ladies, not in the mood? 6 Possible Reasons Why
Have you ever used these words – “Sorry honey, I’m just not in the mood”? If you’re of the female gender, you’ve probably uttered that sentence a...
Living with Lupus
Do you live with constant aches and pains? Do you often run a fever, even though you don’t have a cold? Are you tired most of the time? If any of...
Loud Snoring Linked to Several Health Problems
Are you a snorer? Perhaps you’ve snored most of your life and have now become accustomed to getting an elbow-jab in the side numerous times a...
Lung Cancer: Hope for Recovery
If you suffer from lung cancer, or know someone who does, you’re well aware what a painful and life-changing disease it is. And you’re not alone....
Magical Plant from Mexico could be the New Goldenseal
Is it possible that a “magical new plant” has been discovered? According to a news report, this “magical plant” has actually been known in the...
Make Sure You Are Choosing the Right Sunglasses
Sunglasses are all the rage in the fashion industry—and they’ve replaced handbag as the must-have designer fashion accessory. However, sunglasses...
Meditation Tips: Two Simple Ways to Get a Healthier Heart and Reduce Stress
Have you ever felt so overwhelmed by the stress in your life that you wanted to just throw your arms up in the air and give up? With the pace of...
Menthol Cigarettes Attracting Teens, Tobacco Industry to Profit
It’s no secret that smoking cigarettes is a dangerous health habit. Even the tobacco industry has owned up to the claim that cigarettes are...
Missing Memories: Understanding Alzheimer's
Do you know someone who developed Alzheimer’s disease? If so, you know the heartache it can cause – both for those diagnosed and those close to...
Natural Cures for Nail Fungus
You may have seen the commercials on television for a prescription drug that promises to cure nail fungus, but you may have no idea what nail...
Natural Solutions for Hair Loss
Do you feel as though your hair isn’t as thick as it used to be? Perhaps you’ve noticed your forehead is suddenly becoming larger with the...
Natural Sore Throat Remedies
Have you ever had a sore throat so painful that it was difficult to speak, or swallow? Perhaps you were so miserable that even the excuse for an...
Natural Treatment Options for Fibromyalgia
Are you plagued by constant pain throughout your body? Do you feel like you constantly have the flu? Or are you not sleeping well, waking...
Natural Treatment Options for Graves' Disease
Have you ever heard of Graves’ disease? I have to admit, I had heard of it but, before I started looking into this condition I had no idea what it...
New Factors Found in Determining Survival Rate in Preemies
If you’re a female, you’ve probably had the experience of being “shown-up” by a male. Perhaps it was in your high school math class, or on the...
New Gene Discovery Could Have a Link to Alzheimer's
According to a recent report, an international group of scientists have discovered a new gene which has been linked to the late onset of...
New Studies Could Lead to Better Treatments for Psoriasis
Do you suffer from the pain, itch and inflammation of psoriasis? If so, you’re certainly not alone. Up to seven million people in the U.S. have...
New Study Links Psoriasis to Severe Health Conditions
Do you suffer from Psoriasis? If so, you know the pain and embarrassment it can cause in your every day life. And now, unfortunately, you may have...
Oh, My Aching Head!
Have you ever uttered that exact phrase? Maybe you woke up with a terrible headache from one too many cocktails the night before, or you somehow...
Old Way vs. New Age Relief
Are you plagued by irritable bowel syndrome, inconvenienced by insomnia, or undone by unrelenting back pain? If so, then you’ve undoubtedly tried...
Optimize your Eye Health
March is Save You Vision month: Are you worried that your eyesight isn’t as sharp as it used to be? Maybe you have a few pairs of non-prescription...
Overcoming Infertility
When you were young, did you dream of meeting the love of your life, getting married and taking the next step of having children? Perhaps you...
Overcoming Joint Pain
Do you experience pain in your knees that worsens during exercise or long walks? Are you finding it more and more difficult to write with a pen or...
Parkinson's Disease: An In-Depth Look
Do you know anyone who suffers from Parkinson’s disease? I did. From the day my grandpa was diagnosed, I witnessed him slowly being taken prisoner...
Pink Eye: What You Need to Know
Have you ever woken up to find your eyes red and swollen? It could be a simple irritation, but if your eyes don’t return to normal within a couple...
Plantar Warts: Relief is on the Way
Are you familiar with plantar warts? Since it’s not likely a subject that often comes up at the dinner table or among friends (and thank goodness...
Poison Ivy: What You Need to Know
Is camping a summer ritual for you and your family? Perhaps you’ll be heading to the local state park for the weekend, or have a longer, more...
Quercetin Can Help Protect Against Macular Degeneration
As you get older, you may worry about a decline in your vision. Perhaps you’ve even started buying reading glasses at the drugstore to help make...
Quit Drinking Coffee . . . and Start Smelling It
Wouldn’t it be a great if just the mere smell of coffee could benefit you and help you to “wake up”? It would certainly be a welcome option for...
Red Yeast Rice: What is it and What Does it Do?
As you may well know, in the fight to improve cardiovascular health, there are several beneficial changes that you can make to your diet. One...
Regenerative Medicine to Become a Reality for Wounded Soldiers
Do you know someone who is currently serving, or has served, in the war in Iraq or the conflict in Afghanistan? If so, hopefully they will be...
Relief for Dry Eyes
Are your eyes frequently irritated? Do they constantly burn and feel as though you’ve got something in them, but you can’t seem to get it out? If...
Relief from Bone Spurs
When you hear the word “spur” – what comes to mind? You probably picture a shiny, silvery, extremely sharp metal contraption – one that looks...
Relieve Arthritis Pain with these 3 Natural Solutions
Arthritis, an inflammation of the joints, can strike anyone at any age. If you suffer from arthritis or joint pain, you’ve undoubtedly tried a...
Relieve Arthritis Pain with these 3 Natural Solutions
Arthritis, an inflammation of the joints, can strike anyone at any age. If you suffer from arthritis or joint pain, you’ve undoubtedly tried a...
Relieve Stress the All-Natural Way
What stresses you out the most? Could it be getting stuck in traffic during your daily commute? How about managing a busy household and keeping...
Relieving Indigestion the Natural Way
Have you ever had just one too many helpings at the dinner table and regretted it later? It’s certainly understandable - sometimes mom’s cooking...
REMTyme and Sleep Aids
What if you could get that kind of child-like sleep back? Wouldn’t that be the cat’s pajamas? Well, maybe you can. There are a number of sleep...
Say Cheese! How to Maintain a Healthy Smile
Teeth whitening options have become increasingly popular lately, with procedures offered at places anywhere from the mall to cruise ships. Not to...
Simple Ways to Treat and Heal Dry Skin
Do you have dry skin? When I lived in Minnesota, it seemed like I was always moisturizing my face, arms, legs . . . well pretty much everything!...
Sleeping Pills: More Harm than Good?
If you are having trouble falling and staying asleep, you’re not alone: 70 million Americans are affected by some sort of sleep problem,...
Snack Well This Summer
Trying to shed a few extra pounds in time for summer vacation, a.k.a. “bikini season”? You may want to give snacking a try. When you eat modest,...
Special and Modified Diets Series: Hyperthyroidism
You’ve probably heard that your thyroid gland plays an essential role in your overall health. So, when it’s not performing as it should, such as...
Stop Diverticulitis from Putting a Damper on Your Digestion
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Surprising Ways to Boost Your Libido
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The 10 Most Popular Alternative Supplements
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The 5 Biggest No-No’s of Dieting
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The Dangerous New Trend: Prescribing Statins to Children
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The Eyes Have It! A Healthy Eye Tonic
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The Facts About Bird Flu: Should You Be Concerned?
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The Healing Power of Magnets
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The Hidden Threat in Your Drinking Water: Health Scare or Health Hoax?
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The Link between Infertility and Endometriosis
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The Many Benefits of the B-Complex Vitamins
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The Oral Hygiene-Heart Health Connection
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The Relationship between Insomnia and Stress
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The Truth About LASIK Surgery: The FDA Investigates
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The Wii Fit Exercise Game and its Surprising Health Benefits
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Toenail Fungus: Natural Remedies to the Rescue
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Too Much Sleep Linked To Obesity
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Top 5 Natural Solutions to Improve Men's Sexual Health
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Tummy Troubles? Maybe It's Time for a New Approach: Herbal Blends
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Understanding Binge Eating Disorder
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Understanding Thyroid Disease
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Unlocking the Mystery of Nighttime Leg Cramps
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Warning: Popular Botox Treatment May Be Fatal
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Warning: Prenatal Portraits Can Be Hazardous to Your Baby’s Health
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Weight Gain at Work: 5 Tips to Avoid Packing on Pounds on the Job
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West Nile Virus: Should You Be Concerned?
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What You Need to Know About Meningitis
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What You Need to Know about MRSA
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What You Need to Know About Varicose Veins
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Why Common Medications May Be Slowing You Down
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Why Women May Need to Think Twice About Calcium
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