Health And The Economy

We normally do not think that health is related to economics other than with regard to the costs of medical care. But there is another more fundamental way money impacts our wellbeing. If you could not pay your bills or had to worry about where the next meal would come from, would you be thinking about health, or survival? When we are trying to stay alive moment-to-moment we don't think about food choices, supplements, organic farming, animal welfare or environmental issues. Those ...
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March 1, 2010 Posted in: Health

The Secret Ingredient for Good Health

What if I told you that you could add something to your life that would decrease your blood pressure and cholesterol, increase energy, muscle mass, bone density, metabolism, longevity and last but not least, sexual performance? What if I told you that it would also improve sleep, flexibility, strength and digestion? If you knew it would help in preventing certain diseases such as cancer, heart disease, diabetes and depression, would that interest you? What about strengthening the immune system, ...
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February 28, 2010 Posted in: Health

New foot in the sand technology can solve many health problems

A vast array of after-market insoles has been merchandised through the years. Most of these consist of a bed of cushioning foam with only hints of accommodation for foot anatomy. Other than extremely expensive orthotic insoles, commercial varieties do little to solve the far-reaching problems of feet restricted in a quite unnatural device, the shoe. A new ergonomically designed insole, based upon "foot-in-the-sand" technology©, has been developed. It is the result of several years of research ...
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February 27, 2010 Posted in: Health

Health Benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acids

When people hear the word 'fat' they immediately want to run for the door. But did you know that some types of fats are actually good for you? These fats are called Omega-3 fatty acids and can be most predominately found in fish oil. Omega-3 fatty acids are super good for your heart and help to keep it healthy. Whether you already have a healthy heart or wish to make a lifestyle change, the Omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil are a great way to stay in your prime. Even more beneficial of ...
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February 26, 2010 Posted in: Health

Is DIY dangerous for your health?

Planning on redecorating the bathroom this weekend? or finally getting round to fitting those new kitchen units? If so, you may be using Medium Density Fibre Board ' commonly known as 'MDF'. MDF is cheap and versatile, which has made it a material that has been embraced by a huge number of people in the DIY epidemic of the last few years. This hunger was fuelled by programmes such BBC's Changing Rooms which incorporated MDF into most of its designs. Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen and Handy Andy ...
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February 25, 2010 Posted in: Health

Secrets to Longevity

Secrets to Longevity What's the secret to living a long life? Millions of people are constantly searching for an answer to this question. Many have lived well past the average age expectancy. These people are looked upon with great admiration and envy, for having beaten the odds, having defied death for so long. When asked what they attribute their longevity to, their replies often differ. Some say that it's one key ingredient in their diet that's the secret. 'Cod liver oil'that made the ...
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February 24, 2010 Posted in: Health

What Would You Think if I said that You could Overdose on Water?

You would probably think that I was writing a lot of old rubbish, but please stay with me, as I can assure you that it is very possible and there are many cases reported worldwide to back up my statement. A number of medical experts recommend that everyone should drink eight glasses of water per day, which is about two litres. This old chestnut has been pulled out of the fire, so many times over the years, that no one really knows where the recommendation came from in the first place, or what ...
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February 23, 2010 Posted in: Health

4 Days to Better Health- Let me Show you How

It's possible to learn HOW to better your health in only 4 days and this article will show you how. Each day is a bite-sized nugget of healthy living information you can actually use. Let's get started... Day 1: Nutritional Supplements In my opinion, they are very necessary and very beneficial- especially when combined with healthy eating habits. It's very difficult to get all the nutrients your body needs through food alone, but combining proper nutrition with nutritional supplements is ...
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February 22, 2010 Posted in: Health

Arthritis & Joint Health

Arthritis & Joint Health : Many millions of people are affected by pain and suffering from Arthritis and research has shown that Glucosamine and Chondroitin sulphates combined have given these people new hope and relief from their painful ailments. Arthritis it causes pain, stiffness and sometimes swelling in or around joints. This can make it hard to complete simple movements you rely on every day for work or taking care of your family. But you can take steps now to avoid arthritis or to ...
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February 21, 2010 Posted in: Health

Medical Billing PDA

/p> Medical Billing PDA One of the first things I notice about a medical office, whether it be with my dentist, my family doctor, or my optometrist, is the walls full of color-coded files containing medical histories, billing information, and tracking information for prescriptions check ups and various other things. As a patient, it is fun to trace the colored tags across the files and wonder what they mean. Doctors know exactly what they mean, and they see those color-coded files in a totally ...
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February 20, 2010 Posted in: Health