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Is Laughter the Best Medicine?
2007-07-15 07:54:00
We all know that laughter feels good. Nothing will relieve stress and loosen tension like a good old-fashioned, side-splitting belly laugh. Laugh ing can form a bond between people and besides, it is just plain fun to do. But is laughter really the best medicine? Apparently, some research shows that a good guffaw is indeed ...
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The Stages of Breast Cancer
2007-07-13 08:16:00
A breast cancer diagnosis is one of the most frightening things that a woman can hear. Not only do you realize that you have a potentially life threatening illness, but you are faced with many decisions regarding treatment. It helps if you can arm yourself with some basic information that will help you to make ...
More About: Cancer , Breast Cancer , Breast , Brea , Ages

How to Reduce your Risk of Breast Cancer
2007-07-08 09:09:00
Most women worry about their risk of contracting certain diseases and illnesses, particularly as the years begin to creep up on them. One of the greatest fears that a woman can have is the possibility of breast cancer. The good news is that there are a number of steps that you can take, even early ...
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Omega 3 May Be The Buzz Word But All Fish Are Not Created Equal!
2007-07-01 18:33:00
Europe and all our neighbors on the other side of the pond have been well aware for decades, perhaps centuries, making fish an every day staple was keeping them a lot healthier. As American researchers began to catch up about five years ago, and doctors began telling their patients to take Omega 3, fish ...
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Getting a Handle on Candida Yeast Infections
2007-06-30 18:36:00
For some of us, a Candida yeast infection is something that comes and goes once in a blue moon. For others, a Candida yeast infection can become a frequent problem. Why do some women seem more prone to these conditions than others? The reasons can include poor diet, a weak immune system or taking too ...
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The Basics of Candida Infections
2007-06-24 06:19:00
Candida infections seem to be on the rise today, and there are a number of factors that might be contributing to that growth. First, the fact that people are living longer means that there are more folks with compromised immune systems, since this is more common in people as they age. Another factor in the ...
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Say Goodbye to Wrinkles
2007-06-20 21:37:00
When that mid-life crisis begins to rear its ugly little head, do wrinkles begin to make an appearance as well? The answer can be that it depends on how well you have cared for your skin up to this point. While most of us are not concerned about aging when we are living it up ...
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Natural Skin Care at Home
2007-06-15 23:18:00
It has been said that beauty is skin deep, and most women agree that true beauty does indeed begin with healthy skin. Many women will spend a small fortune on skin care products over the course of a lifetime. However, you really don?t have to look any farther than your kitchen for the best skin ...
More About: Skin , Skin Care , Natural , Home , Care

What are the Side Effects of Hoodia Gordonii?
2007-06-15 17:44:00
You may have heard of Hoodia Gordonii recently, especially if you have been trying to lose a few extra pounds. This new diet pill is receiving plenty of attention these days, which may be the reason that you are considering a trial on yourself. If you have an inkling of how hard it can be ...
More About: Weight Loss , Side , Side Effects , Effects

Interested in Memory Improvement? Try a Healthy Lifestyle
2007-05-22 09:41:00
Memory is something that seems to get rusty for many of us as we age. The synapses that are responsible for transmitting information from the brain to the rest of the body just don?t seem to fire as effectively as they did in our younger years. This makes it more challenging to remember simple things ...
More About: Lifestyle , Memory , Improvement , Rest , Improve

Could the Beginning of a Yeast Infection Cause an Abnormal Pap Smear Result
2007-05-11 10:32:00
If you are like most women, an abnormal test result is a nerve-wracking experience, particularly in the case of your Pap smear. It is important to keep in mind that an abnormal Pap smear could be the result of a number of different factors, and most of them are not terribly serious. However, if you ...
More About: Infection , Nutrition , Cause , Result , Normal

Living Healthy: How to Reverse and Prevent Heart Disease
2007-05-02 17:16:00
The key in understanding how to reverse and prevent heart disease will also unlock the healthy lifestyle that you have always desired but never been completely sure of how to achieve. The decisions that you must make and the habits that you need to form to live a healthier life for your heart are easier ...
More About: Living , Nutrition , Heart , Disease , Ever

Discovering a Home Cure for a Yeast Infection That?s just Right for You
2007-04-20 20:39:00
If you have ever suffered from the signs of a yeast infection, you know how uncomfortable and even painful the symptoms can be. It?s enough to make you run to your doctor and beg for antibiotics, right? Wrong, most of the time, especially when home cures for yeast infections are so easy to find. The ...
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How to Maintain a Healthy Vagina Diet for a Healthier You
2007-04-13 08:26:00
Everyone wants to be healthy. That is why diet books and fitness equipment are such hot sellers, particularly at the beginning of the year when resolutions run rampant. You know that good health includes regular workouts, nutritious eating and a healthy weight. This is good for your heart and your lungs. But what about your ...
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Tips for a Healthy Bladder
2007-04-10 07:31:00
There are many reasons why it is important to keep your bladder healthy, but the primary reason is because a healthy bladder will lead to a normal, healthy lifestyle as you get older. There are a number of problems that can occur with the bladder as the body ages, but by following the tips for ...
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How To Make Your Own Wrinkle Defying Recipes For Your Face
2007-03-19 17:32:00
In one of the last articles I wrote about the importance of a good moisturizer in the prevention and reduction of wrinkles, today I would like to share with you the following recipes that you can try at home to make your own all natural solution for wrinkle prevention and reduction: Apple- pear nighttime wrinkle lotion 1 ...
More About: Recipes , Skin Care , Face , Make , Reci

How To Naturally Turn The Clock Back On Wrinkles
2007-03-17 17:30:00
Wrinkles are caused by aging skin and the elements that our skin is exposed to day after day. Wrinkles are a natural part of aging as our skin becomes thinner. Sun exposure is another major cause of wrinkles and can cause premature aging not only to the face, but also to other exposed parts of ...
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Learning How To Make Your Own Recipes For Shampoo And Conditioner At Home
2007-03-17 17:30:00
One of the best things that you can do for your hair is to use products that are natural and are not harmful which will cause it to break or fall. It makes sense then, that learning to make your own shampoos and conditioners is one of the fist steps that you can take to ...
More About: Recipes , Skin Care , Home , Learning , Make

What You Should Know Before Buying The Next Bottle Of Shampoo Or Condition
2007-03-15 17:29:00
When choosing a shampoo for yourself, you should try to let your scalp dictate what type of shampoo you use. If you have dandruff, for example, you would need something specific to that condition. Be careful, however, to avoid shampoos that have any type of alcohol in the ingredients. Alcohol can dry out your hair. If ...
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How To Make Your Own Homemade Lotions
2007-03-13 17:28:00
In the last article I discussed the importance of choosing the right lotion for your skin, Today, I want to give you a few homemade lotion recipes for you to try: Body Lotion 2 cups 1 cup aloe vera gel 1 teaspoon lanolin 1 teaspoon pure Vit E oil 1/3 cup coconut oil 1/2 to 3/4 ounce beeswax 3/4 cup almond oil up to ...
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How To Choose The Best Lotion For Your Skin
2007-03-13 17:27:00
A lotion is defined as, ?a fluid with healing, antiseptic properties that is used on the skin.? Lotion s, in the form of moisturizing agents, are applied to the surface of the skin and go to work on dry skin to hydrate the skin, relieve flaking and itching. Lotions however, contrary to popular belief, cannot ...
More About: Skin , Skin Care , Choose