Health Articles

Health | By Corbin Newlyn @ Saturday, 10th May 2008 @ 3:19 PM

One of the most beneficial parts of going to get a massage is the extraordinary aromas coming from the massage oils that you therapist uses during your session. But are you aware that some massage oils can trigger reactions in the brain or arouse certain moods that make your experience particularly gratifying. Here are some tips that you can use when selecting your massage oils. Relaxing First, you must determine if you are using your therapy sessions to better sleep patterns, to r... more...

Health | By Daniel Millions @ Friday, 9th May 2008 @ 8:13 AM

It is the ideal of every living creature to maintain itself in a healthy condition. Primary to this function is the quality of the foods they eat to achieve this top level of physical necessity. The old adage that "you are what you eat" is very true as there is no other way to absorb the necessary nutrients than through consumption of the proper foodstuffs. The first basic step to good health is with a proper diet. This often-misunderstood word refers to the foods we eat, not to s... more...

Health | By Albert Alexander @ Friday, 9th May 2008 @ 7:31 AM

Adopting the pH miracle diet way of life means changing your approach to eating and cooking. Many people make the transition easily, but for others the pH miracle diet makes them enter the foreign territory of fresh vegetables and vegetarian protein sources. There is an endless supply of alkalizing recipes in the pH miracle diet books and online. You will never be out of meal ideas if you take the time to look for new recipes each week. Although at first the meals and methods may be unfa... more...

Health | By Daniel Millions @ Friday, 9th May 2008 @ 5:22 AM

Staying fit isn't all about pumping iron, or running a marathon. There are many ways for men to stay in shape, and feel good about themselves without having to live at the gym. As long as you're dedicated to staying healthy, you'll be sure to succeed. The most important thing about staying in shape is to eat healthy. Splurging once in a while on a Big Mac is okay, but fast food isn't the direction you want to go. Eat your meals in regular proportions, not super sized, ... more...

Health | By Jack Bowles @ Friday, 9th May 2008 @ 2:46 AM

The National Skin Care Institute brings you information and advice on natural skin care from some of the nation's leading dermatologists. You will find information about dry skin, other skin types, allergies, dermatitis, eczema and psoriasis at their website. Keep your pH balanced inside and out. A body that is too acidic tries to eliminate toxins through the skin. Skin that is too acidic becomes dry and cracked. Eczema flares can result from both. How do you keep your pH balanced? T... more...

Health | By Eddy Kong @ Thursday, 8th May 2008 @ 8:18 PM

There are lots of people taking up the smoking. Some are doing it for leisure or social or simply using cigarettes to suppress anxiety, stress or even anger. The sooner you quit smoking, the better it is. Smokers from around the world probably know that smoking can harm their health but still for some reason, they just refuse to get rid of those cigarettes and start living a cigarette free lifestyle. The high cost of anti-smoking aids is one of the reason, many smokers are not will... more...

Health | By Cindy Heller @ Thursday, 8th May 2008 @ 5:21 AM

Reactions to medication are extremely common. In fact, 15-30% of all hospitalized patients will experience an unintended reaction as a result of medications. However, true allergic reactions to medications only occur in about 1 of 10 of all adverse drug reactions. Classification of Reactions to Medications Before we can discuss the huge topical of medication allergy, we need to group reactions to drugs into one of 2 categories: - Reactions which are common and predictable i... more...

Health | By Cindy Heller @ Thursday, 8th May 2008 @ 5:05 AM

When medications fail to adequately control allergy symptoms and avoidance of the trigger is not easy or possible, an allergist may recommend immunotherapy or "allergy shots". This treatment consists of a series of injections containing small amounts of the substances to which a person is allergic. After a course of allergy shots, 80 to 90 percent of patients have less allergy symptoms, and in many cases their allergies have completely resolved. Allergy shots can be given for allergic rh... more...

Health | By Cindy Heller @ Wednesday, 7th May 2008 @ 10:22 PM

Most everyone has an idea of what an allergy is. Allergies are so common, in fact, that it seems acceptable to discuss allergy symptoms at a cocktail party with perfect strangers. An allergy is an abnormal reaction by a person's immune system to a normally harmless substance. A person without allergies would have no reaction to this substance, but when a person who is allergic encounters the trigger, the body reacts by releasing chemicals which cause allergy symptoms. In child... more...

Health | By Cindy Heller @ Wednesday, 7th May 2008 @ 9:32 PM

Rhinitis during pregnancy can be due to allergic rhinitis, sinusitis, or non-allergic rhinitis. If the woman has had allergic rhinitis prior to pregnancy, this could worsen, stay the same, or even improve. This change in symptoms may be dependent upon many factors, including the presence of seasonal allergens and increase in pregnancy hormones. Non-allergic rhinitis in pregnancy may also be due to an increase in pregnancy hormones, leading to nasal congestion, runny nose and post nasal d... more...

Health | By Kelvin Ho @ Wednesday, 7th May 2008 @ 7:45 PM

To some the phrase "bad breath clinic" might evoke visions of a remote hospital where you check in for two weeks and do strange exercises during the day while meeting with your support group at night, something like rehab for your halitosis! In reality, a bad breath clinic simply refers to a regular program of treatment for your halitosis, whether at your doctor's office or out of a nearby hospital. It's not as embarrassing as you might think, and many have benefited greatly ... more...

Health | By Scott Meyers @ Wednesday, 7th May 2008 @ 7:32 PM

There are many causes of stress in our lives from having to multi-task, procrastinating, forgetfulness, being late, not preparing, lack of organization, and the inability to get a good nights sleep. We are all susceptible to the above triggers, but learning how to deal with these issues can help you to reduce the stress you feel so that you can be healthier and happier. Let's examine each trigger one at a time: Multi-tasking can seem like a good thing because we can accomplish... more...

Health | By Scott Meyers @ Wednesday, 7th May 2008 @ 7:19 PM

As a health conscious consumer, you know that colon cleanses are a must for ensuring your body's overall wellbeing and ensuring that your digestive tract is in good working order. While you may also be well versed in the different kinds of cleanses available, you may not be aware of the fact that some of the bacteria which are flushed out with fecal matter and toxins are considered beneficial to the workings of the gastrointestinal health, and will therefore need to be replenished. W... more...

Health | By Scott Meyers @ Wednesday, 7th May 2008 @ 7:10 PM

For those of you who have ever had a little too much to drink and have paid the price the next morning, you know there is no magic pill that can miraculously cure your hangover. There are some things, however, that may get you back on the road to a quick recovery. There are several things that have been shown to help ease the pain of a hangover. Some are more effective than others, of course. Here is a look at some of the things that have proven most successful. You can actually s... more...

Health | By Scott Meyers @ Wednesday, 7th May 2008 @ 6:57 PM

There are two tired and true ways to avoid a hangover. The first is don't drink and the second is know your limits if you are going to drink. Your limit being the amount of alcohol that you know you can safely drink and be in control of yourself (meaning not getting drunk). Since are generally not the same age, height and weight, alcohol affects them differently and what one person should not do in order to avoid hangovers, another person might be able to do and be fine. Knowing the ... more...

Health | By India Cooper @ Wednesday, 7th May 2008 @ 9:53 AM

Spring is in the air and its time to add a little sparkle to your home. Kitchens and bathrooms can always do with a thorough clean, but wouldn't it be nice not to use all those harsh chemicals? Well our grandmothers didn't and they were sticklers for a pristine house, so here are some good old fashioned ways to clean your kitchen and bathroom that won't harm the planet and will save you money. Many commercially produced cleaners contain chemicals that can irritate your skin... more...

Health | By Anna Stenning @ Wednesday, 7th May 2008 @ 8:39 AM

Purchasing mobility scooters is beneficial for people who suffer from arthritis, muscle conditions or circulation problems. This help people manoeuvre around more easily and enable the individual to lead a more independent life. When buying a new mobility scooter there are different things to consider, such as the kind of scooter you need, how big it will be and will you have enough space in your house to store it away. Different models of mobility scooters will affect the way you manoeuv... more...

Health | By Erin Elster @ Tuesday, 6th May 2008 @ 11:29 PM

Because most people love the taste of sugary foods, it is tempting to ignore the health consequences from chronic use of refined sugar. In fact, regular consumption of the refined sweetener can cause serious damage to your body. While weaning yourself off of a sugar addiction can be challenging, it is important to comprehend the dangers of continued sugar consumption versus the health benefits of switching to a natural sugar substitute. 20 Reasons to Avoid Refined Sugar 1. Addictio... more...

Health | By MIKE SELVON @ Tuesday, 6th May 2008 @ 4:30 PM

The main goal of any multiple sclerosis support group is to enhance the quality of life of MS patients and provide support to their families. Living with a diagnosis of MS can be a terrifying experience that leaves the patient feeling depressed and alone. Multiple sclerosis support can help the patient come to terms with their illness and teach them life skills that will help them deal with their symptoms safely. In this article, we'll tell you how these support groups can help you ... more...

Health | By Musa Aykac @ Tuesday, 6th May 2008 @ 5:42 AM

Back pain has been one of the longest illnesses around without a cure or any form of treatment that can really help, the only alternative would be to have an operation. There are creams and lotions you can get for a bad back which will help cut the pain down slightly but not completely cure it. The facts given below are tips you should use to prevent a bad back. There are some underlying conditions such as pulled muscles which are commonly a complained reason as the cause of back pain... more...