My business experience has taught me one true thing: That maximizing your productivity, happiness, peace, or impact can best be accomplished if you clearly understand the 12 Rules of Time. 1. Have g... (more)
A lot of people nowadays have heard that green tea benefits overall health, but not a lot know why exactly. (more)
The Importance of Setting a Goal Many of you are coaching clients of mine and have just finished your business planning and goal setting for this year. I wanted to share with you a personal story... (more)
It's possible to learn HOW to better your health in only 4 steps and this article will show you how. Each step is a bite-sized nugget of healthy living information you can actually use. (more)
When you start out with a workout program - whether the purpose is weight loss exercise or another - you have started a training process that hopefully is going to last for a while. It is importan... (more)
Do you remember the day you first joined your gym? Wasn't it a great feeling, knowing that you had finally taken that first step towards living a healthier life? Making a conscious, positive decision to improve is rewarding, and hopefully we've all kept that promise to ourselves. But try as we might, it seems that there's always a handy excuse to not exercise. (more)
Here comes Halloween... and the start of the "season of feasting" for a lot of folks around here. (more)
Cayenne is a constipation home remedy that is effective in producing peristalsis in your colon and aids digestion. It can be used regularly at every meal and when needed for constipation. Cayenne pe... (more)
According to research data published by the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, individuals that include regular daily intake of Omega 3 can reduce the risk of heart attack (coronary thrombosis) ... (more)
Some people have discovered a simple weight loss secret that can help keep you losing pounds even if you have a sweet tooth. (more)
We all want healthy skin. While the main reasons for pursuing healthy skin tend to be purely shallow and cosmetic in nature, healthy skin is beautiful and keeps us looking younger than our years and ... (more)
Most of us know that losing that excess bodyfat for good will bring us a LONG list of benefits. Lower blood pressure, lower cholesterol, decreased risk of some cancers, and so on. Besides just ... (more)
Isn’t it time to put into action all the things you dream about? Have you not spent the first 20 years of your life being trained and conditioned as someone’s child or student? Following all the instructions and rules set forth before you. (more)
During the past thirty years there has been a steadily growing amount of scientific evidence linking vitamins and minerals to having a direct effect in protecting one’s self from aging. Apart from th... (more)
The human body is a vast and amazing phenomenon. Science vastly improves our understanding of the realm of human biology at an ever increasing rate. One such recent advancement has been the studies ... (more)
They say that youth is wasted on the young. I’m only 34 years old so depending on the crowd I’m in I still consider my self to be pretty young. One of the traits of the young and strong is that they rarely think about their health. (more)
Although it is obviously not possible to turn the clock back entirely, we can take many steps now to ensure that not only do we slow down the aging process, but we can also reverse many of the signs ... (more)
Antioxidants are a class of nutrients that protect the body from damage caused by different factors, most importantly oxidative damage caused by substances called free radicals. Free radicals are ... (more)
I’m sure by now you’ve heard all about the amazing health benefits of antioxidant rich foods in your diet. Not only do these free-radical fighting antioxidants help you look and feel younger by slowi... (more)
We often read or hear news reports about antioxidants and how they can improve our health, yet we rarely hear about the role they play in the pleasure we obtain from sex and intimacy. (more)
With age comes many things, one of which is the need to wear reading glasses. People over 40 will often realize that they are holding reading materials out at arms length just so they can read them.... (more)
One question that has popped up a few times in my email in box relates to the issue of hormones in whey protein supplements. Are there hormones in your whey? (more)
Vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals and fiber—the good guys in the food we eat. They make our bodies strong to help us fight disease and slow the natural aging process. So how do you know if you are... (more)
Multi vitamins can provide a convenient way to take a variety of supplemental nutrients from a single product to prevent vitamin or mineral deficiencies, as well as to achieve higher intakes of... (more)
A typical breakfast consists of 3 or 4 strips of bacon, two or more eggs and coffee. A snack would maybe be chunks of cheese and a cup of coffee with cream. Dinner might be a huge steak fried in ... (more)
The Atkins diet Plan breakfast can usually composed of eggs strips of bacon and coffee. A snack might include coffee with cream, and chunks of cheese. A huge steak fried in butter could be dinner. ... (more)
Do you know the health and fitness industry is plagued by an over abundance of workout myths? A myth is a fiction or half truth, especially one that forms part of an ideology. (more)
A 2002 study reported, funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation reported that a six-month regiment of taking folic acid, vitamin b12, and vitamin b6 can be instrumental in the prevention of recurring blocked arteries in coronary angioplasty patients. (more)
Are you fed up with taking all the treatments for your back pain which you feel do not work? Are you a constant patient of physical therapists, chiropractors? Is your back pain causing you distress a... (more)
It happens to all of us, even though we do not want to admit it. The reality is we all get older. Some of you may already know what I am talking about, and others may have yet to experience the pheno... (more)
There are as many varied opinions on what “plan” one should follow to build muscle, as there are people who have those opinions. On one thing they do agree, however. You must have a regimen. · You ca... (more)
Alzheimer’s disease is a condition affecting up to 4.5 million Americans. While there is no known cure, studies have been conducted that indicate there may be ways of preventing the onset of ... (more)
Many people these days take antioxidants to counter the detrimental effect of free radicals. Antioxidants mopped up free radicals and convert them into harmless substances. Free radicals are known to... (more)
Many people these days take antioxidants to counter the detrimental effect of free radicals. Antioxidants mopped up free radicals and convert them into harmless substances. Free radicals are known to... (more)
There is growing interest to exercise your brain using something called cognitive fitness. It's a known fact that exercise and meditation reduce anxiety, ease depression, and give you a general ... (more)
What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? There are 8 bones in our wrists called carpals. They form a tunnel like structure. That is how carpal tunnel got its name. Finger movements are controlled by flexor t... (more)
Cholera is a disease which affects the small intestine and is caused by bacterium vibrio cholera. It is an acute diarrhea illness which causes lots of problem to your entire system. Sometimes the sym... (more)
I am Dr Patrick Flanagan, and this is the latest edition of my Dr Health Secrets newsletter. Lately I have written about toxins in our water and food supply. This installment is about a toxin that ... (more)
Origin: Southeast Asia, South America, New Zealand and India Description: Known as Sanskrit “the tree which provides all the necessities of life”, the Coconut Palm yields 50-75 coconuts per year... (more)
You’ll be pleased to learn that many of the foods and drinks you love are not just “okay- as an occasional indulgence—they’re good for you! Let’s begin with coffee and tea…and I invite you to read my... (more)
Comfort food. It even sounds warm and welcoming - like cuddling up by the fire on a cold winter day. Comfort food trends have seen a real resurgence in recent years and our desire for comfort food ... (more)
Stress comes in many forms, workplace stress, family stress, grief over loss of a loved one, etc... Some can be avoided, but as we know, many cannot. Some people handle stress better than others, and... (more)
Copper is a trace element mineral that serves a wide variety of purposes within the body, both on its own and as a cofactor, meaning it is an essential part of chemical processes that involve other v... (more)
Correct your acid / alkaline balance by the water you drink: What the experts say (more)
We’re all looking for that magic pill. You know - the one that we can take and lose weight without really trying! What would you give up to be skinny? How about your health? (more)
It is not easy to deal with your fears, anxieties, or depression in the business world. If you have such a problem, the first step is that you should talk to a professional who can get you started in... (more)
Detoxification programs have been promoted as the remedy to today’s unhealthy lifestyles for years. (more)
\"You cannot always control circumstances, but you can control your own thoughts.\" Discussed in this article: 1) The Sleep-Diabetes Connection. 2) Sleep and Depression--A Brief Overview 3) How A Hypn... (more)
Time is valuable and there are a number of successful methods for goal realization. Yoga will cross train your mind and body for maximum potential. Imagine being able to optimize your attitude in one... (more)
There are those who eat because they are hungry. However, there are those who eat because, to them, food is like a pacifier. They eat when they are frustrated, angry, sad, depressed or bored. This is... (more)
You've seen the name everywhere. Hoodia Gordonii has taken the weight loss world by storm. Being touted as the next miracle weight loss pill, Hoodia is now being put into everything from multivitamin... (more)
What would you do with increased stamina, decreased anxiety, and solid peace of mind? You would probably get more done in less time--at the very least, each day would be more enjoyable. In the long ... (more)
Natural shea butter is extracted from the pit of a fruit that grows only on the magnifolia tree in Central and Western Africa. The pits are taken from the fruit, boiled, and then sun dried for 3 – 5 ... (more)
The 2 types of diabetes are type I and type II. Type I diabetes is characterized by the pancreas making too little or no insulin. An individual with diabetes type I will have to inject insulin ... (more)
Did you know that the average life span of men and women is around 80 years? Unfortunately a lot of us feel that age before we get to 50. Some of us, men especially, will go out and buy a fancy car a... (more)
Do you have a problem area on your face that you would like to change? Double chin, droopy eyes, jowls, pouches, crows feet or marionette lines? Aging is as sneaky as sun damage and it seems that ... (more)
A secret has been revealed in the news over the past few weeks. I was a part of that secret. What was the secret you ask? Men are now using skin care products as a part of their daily activities! I ... (more)
It is said that the brain is 40-60 % fat. So when we take fats out of our diet, our brain along with other parts of our body suffers. What we need to do is change the bad fats that we eat to good fat... (more)
Would you like to move your life ahead in spite of worry and fear? Everyone has fears and worries, what sets us apart is our ability to deal with them and move on. This article will show you how to m... (more)
Are you having trouble finding effective ways to overcome your fears and anxieties? As an author of a managing fear book, I found it difficult to find all of the answers in managing my anxieties. (more)
The research in support of dietary omega-3 fatty acids (such as in fish oils) continues to flood the scientific literature. This is perfectly predictable given our genetic roots. In the wild, eatin... (more)
Today's technological advancement often raises a lot of questions. While we find that we have a lot more convenience at our disposal, there are many issues surrounding our present fast life. Most peo... (more)
I grew up as a sickly child and I was a sickly young adult. I hated being sick and never having energy to do all the things I wanted to do. So I decided to learn about what creates great health. (more)
I was having tea with a friend last week, and we were discussing our extensive skin care regimens. As we were exchanging tips and advice, I realized that I have amassed a virtual recipe box of... (more)
Many parents strive to ensure that their children eat vegetables. Some meet with complete success, others with very little success. Veggies contain many vitamins, minerals and other essential ... (more)
Glucosamine sulphate has been around a long time now and as each year goes by more and more claims are made telling us about this miracle joint lubricant. Are all the claims true? Will it cure ... (more)
Almond is a highly nutritious, effective health-building food both for the body and mind and a valuable food remedy for common ailments. The thin-skinned among the sweet variety is best for use. It i... (more)
Golf exercise benefits are many. Golfers have struggled for years with their games and have become very frustrated. I can’t tell you how many times I play with golfers who are about to quit the gam... (more)
What are Polyphenols? Polyphenols are compounds found in nature. More specifically they are found in plants and provide coloring for some. Their purpose appears to be a potent, natural antioxidant.... (more)
Massage of any kind is relaxing and promotes a feeling of calmness. To many health practitioners, in fact, foot massage has been known to be good for health and well-being. Foot massage is common thr... (more)
Did you know that spending long hours at your computer can put your health at serious risk? Most people does not even consider that possibility, but t does, Working at a desk is extremely hard on you... (more)
Most people do not appreciate the importance of their health until it is failing. Cookies, candy, chips, ice cream, french fries, alcohol we run to them for comfort and solace. (more)
Youth is transient and aging is a natural process. However, it is also true that we all wish to remain youthful and healthy forever. All of us dislike the sufferings and miseries of illnesses of... (more)
It is always surrounded by silly excuse of lack of time. And still no one denies that fact that \"breakfast\" is the most important meal of the day. Why such a hullabaloo about this early morning meal... (more)
In a world filled with increasing hustle and bustle, many people have turned to fast food to help necessitate the needs of their busy day. However, in doing this, many people are sacrificing the heal... (more)
Hearing loss is prevalent in modern societies as a result of the combined effects of noise, aging, disease, and heredity. Hearing loss is the number one disability in the world; approximately 28 mil... (more)
Did you know you could lie down, breath deep and burn 900+ calories? Neither did I… And it sounded too good to be true so I did some research on my own to find out about this seemingly wonderful ... (more)
The other day I had a female customer bring in her bag of supplements. It was a rather large bag and we started to go through each bottle and what she was using it for. (more)
It is one of those situations where, after examining the facts, you almost feel like you are caught between a rock and a hard spot. Or perhaps better yet between the shade and the sun. (more)
Yes, as much as we'd like the road to fitness to be straight, smooth, and uninterrupted, it's a fact of like that you're going to bump into a few obstacles along the way. (more)
How do you take care of your body’s biggest organ ? Let’s think about this question for a moment. We eat low fat foods for our heart; lower sodium intake for out blood pressure; dental check up twice... (more)
Most Tummy Tuck Surgery Cost anywhere between $5000.00 and $10,000.00 according to research done on the internet. (more)
In the 21st Century, it is predicted that stress and stress related illnesses such as depression and anxiety will become the biggest killers. Despite significant advances in housing, standards of living, quality of food, and medical science, the pressures all of us have to face in today’s world are as demanding as any pressures experienced by our predecessors. (more)
Let’s face it: We mostly judge people on how they look. This is a fact that cannot be denied and the reason why almost everyone is obsessed with their appearance. This is also why if anyone suffers f... (more)
So you want to get big huge muscular arms. Do not ignore your triceps exercises. In gyms everywhere, you will see people doing bicep curls after bicep curls. If someone were to ask them to show their... (more)
It has been 8 weeks since I started Bill Harris’ Holosync Awakening Prologue. And I must say that I have been pleasantly surprised by the results. I was not looking for gut-wrenching changes in my pe... (more)
If you are trying to lose weight, the holidays literally are the heaviest time of the year. So how do you eat, drink and be merry while you’re counting every single calorie? By getting a buddy who ... (more)
Human body is very sensitive and vulnerable. It is and has always been an easy target for an arrow, a sword or a bullet. In all the times people tried to protect their bodies as well as possible: ... (more)
A survey of the lifestyle components necessary to prevent disease and to stay young as long as possible. The aging process is for the greater part no mystery anymore. It consists for a great part of ... (more)
Mankind has always had the query of how to look younger. Looking and feeling younger and living longer has been a perpetual longing of man. (more)
For overweight and obese persons, losing weight is very hard. There are a lot of weight loss programs being offered in gyms nowadays but still, it’s so tiresome to go on and on to the gym just for... (more)
Anti aging has become the latest craze. Wherever we look at, we can see a product or two that promotes anti aging. Anti aging now has a number of quite different common meanings and connotations. (more)
The aging process is for the greater part no mystery anymore. It consists for a great part of daily damages done on the macroscopic, tissue, cellular and genetic levels. These add up as the years ... (more)
Do you know the ways of winning the inner game with your mind? Timothy Gallwey developed this concept in his bestselling book Inner Game of Tennis. You're about to find out more ways of winning the ... (more)
Vitamins are an essential part of the function and health of the body. While many vitamins serve individual purposes, the more common way for vitamins to function is as cofactors to, or in partnershi... (more)
Improving ones self-confidence is one of the important personal objectives that almost every person tries to achieve. This article will help you find a few of so many factors that can help you achiev... (more)
Just like the young, older people can gain many benefits from exercising. Life can be made a lot easier through improvements in strength, balance, coordination, and mobility. If the person has not ... (more)
Incontinence refers to the inability of a person to control excretory functions such as urination or defecation. Urinary Incontinence (UI) is the state when unwanted loss of urine takes place in a pe... (more)
Deficiencies in CoQ10 (also known as Coenzyme Q10) can cause or aggravate many conditions such as heart disease, diabetes and periodontal disease. (more)
To help with weight issues and for overall improved health, many people turn to diets. In fact, government statistics show that while about 65 percent of Americans are overweight, 38 percent are actu... (more)
The truth about pesticides, nutrition, antibiotics, and hormones in organic produce, organic meat, and organic dairy foods. (more)
Your body and golf go hand-in-hand. You can work on your golf, but if you don’t address your body’s limitations, your game will not improve. I say this very strongly! The exact opposite will give ... (more)
Anyone who has been in a grocery store recently knows that food companies are tripping over themselves in the rush to introduce “low carb” versions of everything from bread to candy to soda to cereal. (more)
Defend You Brain Against The Ravages Of Time There are many inconveniences associated with an aging brain. Indeed, it is one of the greatest fears many of us have. When our brains age, we run the ri... (more)
Antioxidant vitamins perform many important tasks that our bodies benefits from. In recent years, a great deal of research has been done concerning the abilities of the antioxidant vitamins to ... (more)
There is greater challenge in keeping a healthy looking fairway and green for the whole golf course. Because more than forty thousand golf players come and enjoy the whole fairway, damage to the... (more)
“Eat your brussel sprouts!” Mom really did have a great reason for forcing us to eat those horrible vegetables but I bet she didn’t even know the full benefits. It turns out that cruciferous... (more)
Many people don't realize the importance of lifting objects properly in order to avoid hurting their backs. One of the leading causes of back injuries are due to people lifting heavy objects improperly. (more)
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If you have asthma, managing it is an important part of your life. Controlling your asthma means staying away from things that bother your airways and taking medicines as directed by your doctor. (more)
Avoiding substance abuse, diet and exercise, and using supplements like Phosoplex and Rejuvinol for ache joints and wrinkled skin respectively can help us look and feel much younger - healthy and ... (more)
Health and nutrition experts continually advise us that the more we exercise the healthier we will be. (more)
Lose weight cycling is a fun and enjoyable way to improve your health and to make you feel better. Pedaling down a rural road or through a city park rouses your spirit and awakens your senses. A r... (more)
If you're not making sushi at home you're missing out on a delicious and extremely diet-friendly meal. It's easy to make, fast, nutritious, and the raw fish you're afraid of is completely optional. (more)
My mother told me a little story the other night. When she first started working in sales, she said, her goal was to 'write a string of pearls' - in her parlance, five weeks in a row of 100 sales or more. (more)
Mental Muscle: As with all your organs in the body,your brain is subject to age-related fatigue. Levels of nutrients and vital oxygen slowly decline. Conditions such as Diabetes and hypertension can ... (more)
The onset of menopause can often lead to hair loss and has long been a part of aging that many women fear the most. These days many more women are also experiencing thinning and bald spots as they ... (more)
Qigong is a general name for the systems of hardening and improvement of body and mind, treatment and health enhancement created in China. They primarily based on the ability to control your own cons... (more)
Magnetic therapy is a form of therapy that has been used for many years for a variety of different purposes, including pain relief, prevention of aging and the relief of a range of symptoms from a ra... (more)
Natural herbal skin care has been the choice of beautiful women the world over for thousands of years. It has only been recently that cosmetic companies have formulated makeup and skin care products ... (more)
As we age, we experience major deterioration in our body structure which affects our way of living. One of the most important factors that deteriorate in function as we age is growth hormone (HGH). ... (more)
Natural skin care products are chemical free and it is suitable for most skin types. As we know already, skin is the important sensitive organ of all human beings, which requires constant care for... (more)
Pregnancy is a wonderful time in a woman’s life. One aspect of child-bearing, however, may not be so welcomed. (more)
In November 2003, the American Cancer Society stated that breast cancer is the leading cause of death in women between the ages of 40 and 44. In the United States, there are approximately 200,000 ne... (more)
Facts about nutrition are becoming important to a greater number of people and that is terrific news for your health. There is an old saying that states: “You are what you eat.” – This holds true ... (more)
Nutritional vitamin supplements and vitamin nutritional supplements are among the most important things you can do for the overall health of your mind and body. (more)
What is Obesity? Obesity means an excessively high proportion of body fat. Overweight refers to an excess of body weight, but not necessarily body fat. Health professionals use a measurement called... (more)
Newsflash: there is a world beyond olive oil. Look, I like olive oil as much as the next person and I use it extensively in my cooking. However there are alternatives and there are very good reasons ... (more)
Olive oil, Virgin, Extra Virgin, Light, Pure - Is there a difference? If so, does it matter? Which is better? Are all olive oils -extra virgin-? What is -extra virgin olive oil-? Are all... (more)
Olive oil is a healthy choice over other fats such as butter, palm and coconut oils because olive oil is a monounsaturated fat that does not increase levels of cholesterol and triglycerides. Dr. Sear... (more)
Since Dr Malcolm Peet, a consultant psychiatrist at Sheffield swallow court hospital released his findings about the effects of Ethyl Epa and its effects on people suffering from depression and low moods, many other studies have been performed using Ethyl Epa to help treat depression and related disorders. (more)
We are wise to be wary of oversimplification. There is nothing that can cure everything. For example, if everyone on the face of the planet stopped smoking it would not wipe out the existence of lung... (more)
With all exercise programs mentioned in this section, and part one, you should exercise smart, not hard, and you should never push any joint to lock out. (more)
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common of all the arthritic conditions today. OA is a joint disease related to aging and overuse causing a breakdown and eventually a loss of the cartilage in a joint.... (more)
Let’s face it, we all get depressed at times, it is only being human. However, as with all things, when it becomes excessive, depression, characterized by erratic mood swings, loss of interest in hob... (more)
Americans by the millions are going on diets, running, stepping and crunching to work off those excess pounds. Unfortunately, there are many young to middle-aged adults whose health is being jeopard... (more)
If you have Parkinson's Disease, you may have heard whispers about the results people with PD are experiencing by raising their glutathione levels. (more)
Many people try to hold a raging fire within themselves, but it restlessly and relentlessly gnaws at their core. Some have tried to cover it up with alcohol, numb it with drugs, hide it with shopping... (more)
There was a time when five-year plans were all the rage. But that was when workers can still count on signing up with a company for life. In the warp-speed world of technology, five years is an etern... (more)
I personally get many questions about Rooibos and the various properties and benefits it delivers. (more)
Rooibos (pronounced "Roy-boss"), botanical name Aspalathus linearis, is clearly gaining popularity in the US due in part to all the hype surrounding the South African herb. (more)
How much weight do you want to lose? Are you being realistic about how long it will take to achieve your weight loss goal? When someone has decided to lose weight, one of the first things that perso... (more)
Aging Ageing or even aging is the process of getting older. Aging is affected per social, cultural, and economic environment. Biological changes take place in the process of aging. (more)
In my quest for the "supplemental" truth it seems necessary to explore the qualities of the latest hot supplement topic: Coenzyme Q10. Everywhere I turn these days, I'm reading about the benefits ... (more)
You don’t need to engage in long, lengthy beautifying procedures or spend lots of money on expensive facial treatments in a beauty salon or spa in order to have good skin. To have bright, clear and h... (more)
Current statistics reveal that 75% of Americans are overweight and 40% are obese. (more)
Skin care problems, like sagging skin, wrinkles, brown spots, acne, rosacea, dry skin, or aging skin can affect your appearance and how others think about you. More importantly, it can affect how you... (more)
As the old saying goes, "you are what you eat." However, in terms of natural skin care diet is a great place to start, but by no means does good skin care stop there. When it comes to natural skin ... (more)
It is pretty well known that different people get different results with the same skin care products. This can be caused by variations in body chemistry, but more often than not it’s because everyone... (more)
Many people feel that sleep is a waste of time. They have busy lives with work and families so they try to squeeze every minute out of every day. They finally surrender to sleep when they are absolut... (more)
The healthiest diet, of course, is to eat a wide variety of foods including as many whole grains and fresh fruits and vegetables as possible. But, there are some foods that, through their chemical ... (more)
Much has been written about the benefits of cardiovascular training. Until recently, however, little attention has been given to strength training, an important component of a balanced fitness... (more)
How to keep chronic stress from undermining your health. (more)
Did you know that spending long hours at your computer can put your health at serious risk? Most people does not even consider that possibility, but t does, Working at a desk is extremely hard on you... (more)
The marks of pregnancy. Call them what you will. But they are the one thing that all women dread will occur as soon as they get pregnant. (more)
As anyone who has ever been on diet knows, trying to lose weight is hard enough without any added pressures. While having your own personal weight loss coach would certainly help matters, for many people that is simply an unfordable daydream. (more)
The start of a triathlon can be nerve-wracking, tiring, intimidating, frustrating, and even discouraging (why do we do this sport??). But don't let all this get to you! (more)
According to a twenty-year study by Kaiser Permanente, between seventy and eighty-five percent of illness is caused by stress, meaning that in the U.S. alone stress is costing us about one-trillion dollars per year in healthcare costs. (more)
Your fears, anxieties, and other business related problems have the best of you and you don’t know what to do. You try to manage your anxieties, but are not able to do so. At this point, what you nee... (more)
Decaffeination and tea is a subject that has long been misunderstood not only by consumers but also by industry professionals. I was taken by surprise when I recently read an excerpt from a newly rel... (more)
A brief discussion of how hormonal levels decline with ageing and how deficiencies of some hormones (testosterone) may be linked with diseases such as Alzheimer's. (more)
There are 12 foods that, if eaten on a regular basis, do wonders for your health. Do you know what they are? (more)
There are a lot of different types of yoga today, so if you are starting out and feeling confused, you are normal. It is best to start with a type of yoga that is appropriate for your own level of fi... (more)
Generally it can be said that most of us do not get a good balance of essential fatty acids in our diet. Perhaps this does not sound like late breaking news. However most of what we consider news doe... (more)
The very first question most people have when exploring the realm of anti-aging skin care is, “What skin rejuvenation products have been proven to be effective-? Accurate information regarding the m... (more)
Many people ask me if I can recommend where they should study yoga on their travels to the birthplace of this ancient Indian philosophy. I humbly admit to them that I have never been to India. My ... (more)
From day one my own personal life-long herpes infection has presented me with several ethical challenges. It has challenged me on the question of who to tell and when. It has challenged me on the ... (more)
In this article, virtually every facet of Growth Hormone (GH) is discussed including: GH regulation, GH secretion, GH's effects on body composition and muscle mass, GH deficiencies, GH replacement, GH and athletic performance, and the future of GH manipulation. (more)
Everyone has heard of the mythical "Fountain of Youth", but very few realize that it actually does exist. And even fewer realize that it exists inside every one of us. Yes, it's there right within ... (more)
The chemical compound known as a phenol is characterized by an aromatic benzene ring with a hydroxyl group (OH) attached. This makes sense that poly-phenols refer to a chemical substance with more ... (more)
'Most people are about as happy as they make up their mind to be.' - Abraham Lincoln (more)
Mangosteen, or Garcina mangostana, is a tropical fruit of the size of an apple. It has a thick rind and hard seeds and is grown in countries such as Thailand, Malaysia, and the Philippines. The fruit... (more)
Is there a connection between Fast food and obesity? The answer to the above question is a big yes! (more)
I am Dr Patrick Flanagan, and this is the latest edition of my Dr Health Secrets newsletter. I am a scientist with over 300 inventions related to health, longevity and medicine. This newsletter ins... (more)
The Invisible Disease: Depression Introduction Depression is a serious medical condition. In contrast to the normal emotional experiences of sadness, loss, or passing mood states, clinical ... (more)
Ah, the poor, maligned potato! Beaten up by dieters (especially the low-carb variety), nutritionists and other experts as being \"ok in moderation\", the potato may at long last be gaining some respect... (more)
Chances are almost every family will deal with either a stroke or other catastrophic muscle debilitating illness, trauma or injury – usually, this produces an inability to adequately formulate and ... (more)
Just what is the New Biology of Health?- And who’s the snake oil salesperson promoting certain products as the cure-all for cancer, diabetes, and heart disease? Does it work? Simply put ... (more)
There are many books and internet articles written about weight control. However, if you already know the stuff you should be doing, you might want to skip past the next section of this article. For ... (more)
Eating a bowl of oatmeal each morning is the perfect way to start your day off right. This article will explain the six benefits of eating oatmeal and ways to make it taste delicious. First off, the ... (more)
Do you need Omega 3 fatty acid in your diet? The simple answer is yes. The question of the importance of Omega 3 fatty acids can be clarified by examining the medical evidence regarding the benefits ... (more)
It is normal to shed hair every day and the truth is we loose between 100-125 hairs on any given day. Hair that is shed falls out at the end of growth cycle. At any given time 10% of our hair is in... (more)
Amongst the various medical problems on a rise, thyroid sure is amongst the top few. (more)
With the hectic life that most people lead in today's world, reducing stress has become a vital skill. (more)
Bouts of depression is a common phenomenon. Even very happy persons and great saints have to pass through the tides of depression. Static state of anything thing or emotion can be very boring in li... (more)
Among all the nutrients, vitamin E is one of the most important for ensuring that your skin is healthy. It can be added to the diet by eating more seeds and nuts, healthful oils, and certain ... (more)
Vitamin supplements have been increasing in popularity and availability over the past 30 years. In North America it has become a multi – billion dollar industry. Vitamin supplements have been hailed ... (more)
Taking a megadose of vitamins for preventive health is still being researched. There are hopes that certain vitamins will be proven to prevent certain diseases and disorders from developing. Yet, th... (more)
One thing I really must say at the outset of this article is, that if you were to ask the majority of men to define cellulite they would most probably be completely baffled. Then after you explained... (more)
Acupuncture Weight Loss Solutions I remember the first time I took Chinese herbs. (more)
Once a diagnosis of lung cancer has been made, the doctor will attempt to determine the stage the lung cancer is at. The staging system is somewhat like a measurement system, with the numbers ... (more)
According to the U.S. News and World Report Health Center, Osteoporosis is a disease in which bones become fragile and more likely to break. (more)
Is there a way to extend life, reverse aging, and live forever? Since old age is simply a state of hormonal deficiency, a state in which you lack the previously bountiful hormones of youth. (more)
The fondest of summertime memories for most children, are those of long hot and sunny days at the beach. Those memories conjure mental pictures of playing in the surf, burying Dad alive and eating pe... (more)
If you are experiencing the following symptoms, then maybe you are suffering from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: do you experience tingling of your thumb? How about your index, middle, and ring fingers? (more)
In order to understand why it is important to lower cholesterol, it is necessary to first understand what cholesterol is. Cholesterol is a fat like waxy substance and is produced by the liver. Althoug... (more)
What is Eczema? Eczema or as some people call it dermatitis, is a skin condition that can strike males or females of all ages. The disease varies greatly in both the area affected and in severity. ... (more)
If you are considering engaging in a great career in massage therapy, let me compliment you on your selection. Massage is one of the few careers which aids individuals in need, allows flexible hrs, a... (more)
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a disease that occurs in the wrist and it is affecting more and more individuals each year. As a result of unwarranted pressure occurring on the median nerve, a nerve locate... (more)
It is recommended that if you want to grow and build muscle mass, the rule is to eat one gram of protein per pound of your body weight per day. That is a lot of protein which many people cannot get in their normal dietary meals and protein supplementation is often necessary. (more)
The most common complaint of mothers today is that they are tired. Being a mom is hard work. I love Dr. Phil. He always says, "Being a stay at home mom is like having two full time jobs." Following... (more)
Do you eat tomatoes? Of course you have known that tomatoes are now eaten easily around the world. You can find tomatoes everywhere as part of fruits and vegetables. Some experts said that tomato is... (more)
The answer is simple...fad diets are not natural. Fad diet is the term that describes an array of diet approaches used to temporarily lose weight through unsafe and unrealistic methods. (more)
Vitamin C, also called ascorbic acid, maintains the ligaments, tendons, and other supportive tissue. It is found in fruits and in potatoes. Because it’s an antioxidant it helps regulate your blood ... (more)
What you put on your skin is absorbed through your skin. To be more precise, the skin absorbs approximately 60% of any substance applied to it. Hence the success of trans-dermal skin patches prescribed by physicians to deliver medications. (more)
Jennifer, a middle-aged single mother with one six-year-old daughter, has been skipping sweets for a few weeks now. She’s also become a stickler for portion control. (more)
Enzymes are intriguing in their ability to help elevate the level of human health and wellbeing. (more)
When you practice yoga, it is, of course, not necessary to have a full understanding of yoga history in order to fully benefit from your practice. A brief understanding of the history behind yoga, ho... (more)
Billions are spent each year on cosmetic products that promise to delete wrinkles, lighten age spots, and eliminate itching, flaking, or redness. But the simplest and cheapest way to keep your skin ... (more)
