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Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome May Benefit From Acupuncture

Written by Charlie on August 24, 2011
acupuncturePolycystic ovary syndrome is a relatively common condition in women, although it is not often diagnosed. With advancement in technology and more awareness, more women are able to determine if they are suffering from this syndrome, also known as PCOS. The condition is characterized by numerous small cysts in the ovaries, which interfere with the production of hormones. As a result, the male hormone testosterone is produced in higher quantities. The effects are manifested in various ways, some of which include fertility problems, irregular menstruation, obesity, and even increased risk for type 2 diabetes and heart problems. The exact cause of PCOS remains a mystery to doctors and researchers. However, the symptoms are clear and some researchers believe that it is closely linked to an over active sympathetic nervous system. This system is what controls ...

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Shoo Stress, Don’t Bother Me

Written by Charlie on December 22, 2010
stressStress is very much part of my life. I thought I realized the full extent of what it did to me. I thought that it was just normal and that it will not do anything “bad” to me. In fact, I used to take pride in the fact that I worked better under duress. Then suddenly, everything just seemed to fall apart. I would get all sorts of illnesses. I would feel bad in general. I would even get depressed and too distracted. Bottom line: stress is NOT good. Too much of it can mess up your life so bad you’d wish you were never born! The good news is that stress can be managed – for real. Even the busiest and richest person in this world can keep his stress levels down. ...

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Health benfits of raw honey

Written by Charlie on September 24, 2010
When people hear the words Raw Honey, they usually associate it with uncooked meat or vegetables. What come to mind are kinds of food that are better when they are cooked and not edible when they are raw. With raw honey, the product is unpasteurized, unheated and it’s basically straight from the bee hive. The fact is that raw Honey is the best kind around. Royal jelly and other types of honey may be promoted as being very healthy but nothing beats the nutritional value that you might get from the former. For one, it is alkaline forming which means that when its ingredients are broken down in your stomach, they become alkaline. This is good because it counteracts acidity and that will keep you healthy and safe from sickness and bacterial infections. Another reason why it is healthy is because it is packed with anti oxidants that boost ...

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Bad Times Equals Good Health

Written by Charlie on September 30, 2009
home-cooking-365-703552They say that without hard times, we cannot become better people. If you think about it, there are a lot of sayings from way back that run along a similar vein. No pain, no gain. You have to go through the fire to reap the benefits. You have to be polished and sanded to become a shiny gem. The list could go on and on. But what about the economic crisis that we have been experiencing all over the world? Could it bring about something good as well? According to researchers, life expectancy increased during the time of the Great Depression – by 1.9 years to be exact. On the other hand, a 5 percent rise in the GDP lowered life expectancy by one or two months. Other studies have yielded similar ...

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Of Paws and Fur

Written by JW18 on February 24, 2009
bestHealth begins from within and studies have shown extensively that pets can and do make the difference when it comes to a healthy lifestyle. Put aside the fears of allergies and other downsides, they're just plain good for your inner peace. They know when your down and show when they're happy cheering you up in ways you can only imagine. Dogs have been known to express their loyalty in many ways, from saving lives to plain simple love they show and express with their emotions. best1 Pets, especially dogs or "Man's Best Friend", have evolved into a species that cannot survive well without us, repaying us with unfaltering love and affection when we need it most. Medical studies have shown that children who have pets as well as their parents have better emotional health. ...

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Heads that Ache…….. Really!

Written by Charlie on February 4, 2009
headacheEveryday, millions of people suffer from the dreaded headache sending you to grab that pill you oh so love to take away the pain. The fast paced lifestyle we all engage in doesn't help and the stresses of the day just keep piling up leaving us weak and fatigued. Readily available OTC drugs may offer relief but that may not be the best solution for the dreaded headache. Your lifestyle may be the primary cause adding the stress you go through each and everyday, might be the culprit. Men are less likely to suffer from chronic pain due to extreme activities than men due to the hormone testosterone which has been shown to help lessen the damage to muscles and tissue, thus leaving women to suffer more. Statistically, women suffer an average of 15 episodes that can ...

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