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	<title>Boost your health by choosing the perfect treadmill</title>
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	<pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:44:38 -0600</pubDate>
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        Treadmills are very popular methods of exercise. These exercisemachines have been helping people lose weight and get in shapefor many years now. Buying a treadmill is not hard but if youhave ever done it, you know that it can be expensive. It is aninvestment you will greatly benefit from but you need to choosecarefully before you buy. There are many reasons why you wouldchoose a treadmill for yourself. You can improve your fitnessand your health. You can build and maintain your fitness levelall ...	</description>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[Treadmills are very popular methods of exercise. These exercisemachines have been helping people lose weight and get in shapefor many years now. Buying a treadmill is not hard but if youhave ever done it, you know that it can be expensive. It is aninvestment you will greatly benefit from but you need to choosecarefully before you buy. There are many reasons why you wouldchoose a treadmill for yourself. You can improve your fitnessand your health. You can build and maintain your fitness levelall in the comfort of your home. However, you also need to besure that before you buy a treadmill and begin a trainingprogram that you do it in the correct way to remain safe andhealthy.Before you purchase a treadmill you need to know what featuresto look for to be sure you are getting the best one for you andyour needs. Some things to look for are:The Motor: A motorized treadmill has an inbuilt motor that makesthe belt and lift operate. A bonus of motorized treadmills isthat they l...]]></content:encoded>
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	<title>Color Therapy and its effect on health and attitude</title>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 01:12:13 -0600</pubDate>
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        Color is perhaps one of the most wonderful experiences that wetake for granted. Take a look around. Color is everywhere,surrounding and embracing us. We interpret life as much throughcolor as we do through shape, texture and sound. Colors affects our daily life in many ways. For example: - Thered light at the traffic catches our attention and signalsdanger. - We feel refresh when we visit green pastures - We feelrelax when we visit the blue seas - A dark room black colorgives us a feeling of mys...	</description>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[Color is perhaps one of the most wonderful experiences that wetake for granted. Take a look around. Color is everywhere,surrounding and embracing us. We interpret life as much throughcolor as we do through shape, texture and sound. Colors affects our daily life in many ways. For example: - Thered light at the traffic catches our attention and signalsdanger. - We feel refresh when we visit green pastures - We feelrelax when we visit the blue seas - A dark room black colorgives us a feeling of mystery and fear - A painted white roomgives us a feeling of newness and cleanlinessIf color has an effect on our lives, what therapeutic effectwill it have on patients?Color Therapy is a holistic and non-invasive therapy thatinvolves use of colors for treating various physical ailmentsand emotional disturbances. Color Therapy uses a set ofprinciples to create harmonious color and color combinations forhealing. Color Therapists believe that each organ and bodysystem has its own c...]]></content:encoded>
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	<title>Who Said Bananas Are Not Good For You?</title>
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	<pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:59:55 -0600</pubDate>
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        After reading this, you'll never look at a banana in the sameway again. Bananas: Containing three natural sugars - sucrose,fructose and glucose combined with fibre, a banana gives aninstant, sustained and substantial boost of energy. Research hasproven that just two bananas provide enough energy for astrenuous -minute workout. No wonder the banana is the numberone fruit with the world's leading athletes. But energy isn'tthe only way a banana can help us keep fit. It can also helpovercome or prev...	</description>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[After reading this, you'll never look at a banana in the sameway again. Bananas: Containing three natural sugars - sucrose,fructose and glucose combined with fibre, a banana gives aninstant, sustained and substantial boost of energy. Research hasproven that just two bananas provide enough energy for astrenuous -minute workout. No wonder the banana is the numberone fruit with the world's leading athletes. But energy isn'tthe only way a banana can help us keep fit. It can also helpovercome or prevent a substantial number of illnesses andconditions, making it a must to add to our daily diet. A fewpeople have a slight problem with the digestion of bananas, thesimple answer, even though it sounds strange, is to sprinkle alittle Pepper on the banana before eating, it works wonders.Anaemia: High in iron, bananas can stimulate the production ofhaemoglobin in the blood and so helps in cases of anaemia BloodPressure: This unique tropical fruit is extremely high inpotassium yet ...]]></content:encoded>
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	<title>Health Care Costs - Can Your Diet Control Them?</title>
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	<pubDate>Mon, 08 Mar 2010 01:04:23 -0600</pubDate>
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        pOne of the most talked about topics in any political and socialcircle is the rising costs of health care. Some say the healthinsurance companies are to blame, while others point the fingerat medical malpractice lawsuits. We may or may not ever come upwith the right answers to this query, and we might just betalking in circles.Whether or not we can decide what the problem is with healthcare costs, there are some things that you can do to reduce thechance that you will have to rely on doctors and...	</description>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[p&gt;One of the most talked about topics in any political and socialcircle is the rising costs of health care. Some say the healthinsurance companies are to blame, while others point the fingerat medical malpractice lawsuits. We may or may not ever come upwith the right answers to this query, and we might just betalking in circles.Whether or not we can decide what the problem is with healthcare costs, there are some things that you can do to reduce thechance that you will have to rely on doctors and prescriptiondrugs to get through your daily life. The &lt;ahrefhttp:www.body-mass-index-u.comhealthcare.htm&gt;costs ofhealth care&lt;a&gt; are not the only burden. Relying on prescriptionand non-prescription drugs is not a pleasant way to live. Your &lt;a hrefhttp:www.body-mass-index-u.comdiets.htm&gt;dietand exercise routine&lt;a&gt; will help to keep you healthy and addto the longevity of your body and mind. You don't have to jumpinto a gym membership or become a vegetarian just ye...]]></content:encoded>
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	<title>L-tyrosine and Your Health</title>
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	<pubDate>Sun, 07 Mar 2010 01:01:59 -0600</pubDate>
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        L-tyrosine is a protein that the body produces from phenylamine,thus making it a non-essential amino acid. L-tyrosine isavailable from natural foo sources including: - cottage cheese -yogurt - cheese - milk - bananas - lima beans - turkey - peanuts- avocados - almonds - pumpkin seeds - sesame seedsL-Tyrosine supplementation is especially needed among hardtraining athletes and obese or those significantly overweight.Low levels of l-tyrosine have bee associated with low bodytemperature, low blood ...	</description>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[L-tyrosine is a protein that the body produces from phenylamine,thus making it a non-essential amino acid. L-tyrosine isavailable from natural foo sources including: - cottage cheese -yogurt - cheese - milk - bananas - lima beans - turkey - peanuts- avocados - almonds - pumpkin seeds - sesame seedsL-Tyrosine supplementation is especially needed among hardtraining athletes and obese or those significantly overweight.Low levels of l-tyrosine have bee associated with low bodytemperature, low blood pressure, underactive thyroid, anddepression.L-tyrosine has many important roles in the body. Bodybuildersfavor it because l-tyrosine helps alleviate stress and fatiguethat comes from intense training, retain muscular protein, andincrease energy levels. L-tyrosine helps with stamina enamelingathletes to workout for longer periods of time.L-tyrosine also has been useful for a treatment for cocaineabuse and withdraw. Some using l-tyrosine have also said that ithelps with withdraw ...]]></content:encoded>
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	<title>Ocular Nutrition And Eye Health</title>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 06 Mar 2010 01:09:23 -0600</pubDate>
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        Understanding ocular nutrition and eye health can be one of theways to support your vision. As early as age , our eyes andvision can begin to deteriorate. Wind, dust, chlorine fumes,automobile fumes, smoking, freezing temperatures and physicalinjury are examples of threats to healthy eyes and good vision.Long hours spent at a computer screen and the vibration fromdriving have a cumulative negative impact on eye health overtime.Healthy vision is related to the health of the individual partsof the...	</description>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[Understanding ocular nutrition and eye health can be one of theways to support your vision. As early as age , our eyes andvision can begin to deteriorate. Wind, dust, chlorine fumes,automobile fumes, smoking, freezing temperatures and physicalinjury are examples of threats to healthy eyes and good vision.Long hours spent at a computer screen and the vibration fromdriving have a cumulative negative impact on eye health overtime.Healthy vision is related to the health of the individual partsof the eye ' the cornea, iris, macula, lens, optic nerve, pupil,retina and the vitreous humor. And making good ocular nutritionand eye health food choices are one of the ways that good visioncan be supported. Information provided by the U.S. National EyeInstitute and the results of other ocular nutrition and eyehealth studies have shown that using nutrition to improve andsupport eye health definitely happens.Here are foods that are known to support and improve eye health:Collard gre...]]></content:encoded>
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	<title>Moderate weight loss can earn good health benefits</title>
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	<pubDate>Fri, 05 Mar 2010 01:09:33 -0600</pubDate>
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         Moderate weight loss can earn good health benefits It is not compulsory to shed enormous weight for a good healthgain. Moderate weight loss brings healthy news to your body.Even before you achieve the set goal, you begin to reap thebenefits. If you are obese, try to lose the first  kg and see how itpositively affects your body and mind. Mortality fall in total mortality fall in diabetes related deaths fall in obesity related cancer deathsBlood PressureFall of mm Hg systolic B.P. Fall of mm Hg d...	</description>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Moderate weight loss can earn good health benefits It is not compulsory to shed enormous weight for a good healthgain. Moderate weight loss brings healthy news to your body.Even before you achieve the set goal, you begin to reap thebenefits. If you are obese, try to lose the first  kg and see how itpositively affects your body and mind. Mortality' fall in total mortality 'fall in diabetes related deaths' fall in obesity related cancer deathsBlood Pressure'Fall of mm Hg systolic B.P. 'Fall of mm Hg diastolic B.P.Diabetes Mellitus'Fall of  in tasting glucoseLipids'Fall of  in total cholesterol 'Fall of  in low densitylipoproteins cholesterol 'Increase in  of high densitydipoproteins cholesterolTips to lose the kg 'Regular exercise 'Say no to junk food 'Change your life style'Eat moderately 'More salads and carbohydrates in food 'Take &lt;ahref&quot;http:www.pillslim.com&quot;&gt;weight loss diet pills&lt;a&gt;Once you begin to feel good about your weight ...]]></content:encoded>
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	<title>Natural Health Secrets</title>
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	<pubDate>Thu, 04 Mar 2010 01:03:04 -0600</pubDate>
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        I don't like to take off-the-counter drugs for common illnesseslike colds, headaches or stomach upsets. I have always relied onnatural remedies like honey for stomach upsets or lemon tea forcolds and good old sleep for headaches.I think that natural remedies are not only safe but also healthyfor the body in the long-term. Though antibiotics and drugs arehighly effective in the short-term, they can take its toll onthe body if taken year after year. After many years of drugadministration, the dosa...	</description>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[I don't like to take off-the-counter drugs for common illnesseslike colds, headaches or stomach upsets. I have always relied onnatural remedies like honey for stomach upsets or lemon tea forcolds and good old sleep for headaches.I think that natural remedies are not only safe but also healthyfor the body in the long-term. Though antibiotics and drugs arehighly effective in the short-term, they can take its toll onthe body if taken year after year. After many years of drugadministration, the dosage loses potent and has to be increasedin order to be effective.Whereas natural medicine has no long-term side affects at all.Natural medicine only focuses on balancing the elements in ourbodies. The theory behind most natural medicine is that it actsas a facilitator for the body to cure itself. The body itselfhas the cure for the disease.There are various disciplines of natural medicines. Every raceand region has its own variation of natural medicines but theprinciple is the sa...]]></content:encoded>
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	<title>Common Health Disorders and their Dietary Solutions</title>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:53:29 -0600</pubDate>
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         Depending upon individual health concerns and issues, foodchoices can affect body and mental health. To focus on improvingand strengthening your overall health and well being, here arecommon health concerns for both genders listed in alphabeticalorder and the foods that would work best in individual perfectdietary planning. For more details, check with your ownhealthcare providers and refer to, Doctor, What Should I Eat?by Isadore Rosenfeld, M.D. Warner Books, Inc., . ACNE  To help fight acne p...	</description>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Depending upon individual health concerns and issues, foodchoices can affect body and mental health. To focus on improvingand strengthening your overall health and well being, here arecommon health concerns for both genders listed in alphabeticalorder and the foods that would work best in individual perfectdietary planning. For more details, check with your ownhealthcare providers and refer to, 'Doctor, What Should I Eat?'by Isadore Rosenfeld, M.D. Warner Books, Inc., . ACNE ' To help fight acne problems, eat plenty of fruits,vegetables and cereals. Lay low on sweets especiallychocolate, fried foods, fats, carbonated beverages, nuts peanut butter and dairy products. AGING ' Watch intake of foodshigh in caloric content. Focus on complex carbohydrates, calciumto fight off osteoporosis and minimize fat and proteinconsumption. Men on average over age  only need around grams of protein a day; women need  grams. Calorie-wise, menneed to decrease overall daily ...]]></content:encoded>
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	<title>Honeybee Propolis</title>
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	<pubDate>Tue, 02 Mar 2010 01:02:27 -0600</pubDate>
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        What's propolis? In recent years, much scientific research hasgone into the amazing health-enhancing benefits of honeybeepropolis, a completely natural substance which benefits thehuman immune system and even helps to fight cancer.The major benefit of propolis is that it is strongly antisepticand antiviral; bees make it to seal their hives and protect themfrom disease. It works. Scientists claim that bees keep theirhives more sterile than hospital operating theatres, because ofpropolis. Bees are...	</description>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[What's propolis? In recent years, much scientific research hasgone into the amazing health-enhancing benefits of honeybeepropolis, a completely natural substance which benefits thehuman immune system and even helps to fight cancer.The major benefit of propolis is that it is strongly antisepticand antiviral; bees make it to seal their hives and protect themfrom disease. It works. Scientists claim that bees keep theirhives more sterile than hospital operating theatres, because ofpropolis. Bees are doing something right to ensure theirsurvival, because the energetic little creatures have been foundfossilized in amber millions of years old.To make propolis, bees harvest resinous sap from selected trees,then mix the resin with other plant substances and beeswax. Theyline their hives with this blend, ensuring that no microbes,bacteria or viruses can infect the hive. Propolis contains a bonanza of some  natural compounds. Theseinclude terpenes, widely used for medicinal pur...]]></content:encoded>
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	<title>Health And The Economy</title>
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	<pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2010 01:19:57 -0600</pubDate>
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        We normally do not think that health is related to economicsother than with regard to the costs of medical care. But thereis another more fundamental way money impacts our wellbeing. Ifyou could not pay your bills or had to worry about where thenext meal would come from, would you be thinking about health,or survival? When we are trying to stay alive moment-to-momentwe don't think about food choices, supplements, organic farming,animal welfare or environmental issues. Those considerations area l...	</description>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[We normally do not think that health is related to economicsother than with regard to the costs of medical care. But thereis another more fundamental way money impacts our wellbeing. Ifyou could not pay your bills or had to worry about where thenext meal would come from, would you be thinking about health,or survival? When we are trying to stay alive moment-to-momentwe don't think about food choices, supplements, organic farming,animal welfare or environmental issues. Those considerations area &quot;luxury&quot; dependent upon economic capability. But they are aluxury we must have if we are to live a reflective life andsurvive on planet Earth. Without a robust economy, you canpretty much forget about people being environmental, healthconscious, or even civil to one another. In starving nations,war is endemic, disease rampant and the environment is only araw material to be ravaged to hopefully live to the next day.The emerging world economy will ultimately place great economicstre...]]></content:encoded>
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	<title>The Secret Ingredient for Good Health</title>
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	<pubDate>Sun, 28 Feb 2010 01:01:56 -0600</pubDate>
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        What if I told you that you could add something to your lifethat would decrease your blood pressure and cholesterol,increase energy, muscle mass, bone density, metabolism,longevity and last but not least, sexual performance? What if Itold you that it would also improve sleep, flexibility, strengthand digestion? If you knew it would help in preventing certaindiseases such as cancer, heart disease, diabetes and depression,would that interest you? What about strengthening the immunesystem, improvin...	</description>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[What if I told you that you could add something to your lifethat would decrease your blood pressure and cholesterol,increase energy, muscle mass, bone density, metabolism,longevity and last but not least, sexual performance? What if Itold you that it would also improve sleep, flexibility, strengthand digestion? If you knew it would help in preventing certaindiseases such as cancer, heart disease, diabetes and depression,would that interest you? What about strengthening the immunesystem, improving circulation and delaying or preventingosteoporosis? The benefits to what I am referring to doesn'tstop there either. The mental and emotional benefits includereduced anxiety and stress, improvement of your self worth andself image plus an overall increase in your sense of well-being.Are you asking what this thing is and how much does it cost? Howmany people would be rushing to their doctor to get aprescription for this life changing and life saving addition youcan add to your d...]]></content:encoded>
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	<title>New foot in the sand technology can solve many health problems</title>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 27 Feb 2010 02:26:20 -0600</pubDate>
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        A vast array of after-market insoles has been merchandisedthrough the years. Most of these consist of a bed of cushioningfoam with only hints of accommodation for foot anatomy. Otherthan extremely expensive orthotic insoles, commercial varietiesdo little to solve the far-reaching problems of feet restrictedin a quite unnatural device, the shoe. A new ergonomically designed insole, based uponfoot-in-the-sand technology, has been developed. It is theresult of several years of research in comparati...	</description>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[A vast array of after-market insoles has been merchandisedthrough the years. Most of these consist of a bed of cushioningfoam with only hints of accommodation for foot anatomy. Otherthan extremely expensive orthotic insoles, commercial varietiesdo little to solve the far-reaching problems of feet restrictedin a quite unnatural device, the shoe. A new ergonomically designed insole, based upon&quot;foot-in-the-sand&quot; technology, has been developed. It is theresult of several years of research in comparative anatomy,kinesiology mechanics and anatomy of movement, ergonomicshuman engineering for efficient and safe use and testing inthe most rigorous and demanding of sports and vocations. Seehttp:www.wysong.netimagesinsolesand.jpg A Personal Note Myinterest in functional footwear was forced upon me by many yearsof training in competitive badminton not the recreational typeplayed in backyards, an exceptionally rigorous sport includingmuch jumping and rapid lateral and b...]]></content:encoded>
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	<title>Health Benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acids</title>
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	<pubDate>Fri, 26 Feb 2010 12:01:16 -0600</pubDate>
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        When people hear the word fat they immediately want to run forthe door. But did you know that some types of fats are actuallygood for you? These fats are called Omega- fatty acids and canbe most predominately found in fish oil. Omega- fatty acids are super good for your heart and help tokeep it healthy. Whether you already have a healthy heart orwish to make a lifestyle change, the Omega- fatty acids foundin fish oil are a great way to stay in your prime. Even more beneficial of the Omega- fatty...	</description>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[When people hear the word 'fat' they immediately want to run forthe door. But did you know that some types of fats are actuallygood for you? These fats are called Omega- fatty acids and canbe most predominately found in fish oil. Omega- fatty acids are super good for your heart and help tokeep it healthy. Whether you already have a healthy heart orwish to make a lifestyle change, the Omega- fatty acids foundin fish oil are a great way to stay in your prime. Even more beneficial of the Omega- fatty acids found in fishoil is the fact that it helps reduce the instance of heartdisease, helps to prevent cancer, Alzheimer's disease and manyother conditions. Omega-s also have a substantial effect onreducing the effects of diabetes and other conditions. Andrecent studies have shown that Omega- fatty acids found in fishoil have been effective in treating bipolar disorder. Where are Omega- Fatty Acids found?So what types of fish contain these medical wonders calledOmega-...]]></content:encoded>
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	<title>Is DIY dangerous for your health?</title>
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	<pubDate>Thu, 25 Feb 2010 05:57:17 -0600</pubDate>
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        Planning on redecorating the bathroom this weekend? or finallygetting round to fitting those new kitchen units? If so, you maybe using Medium Density Fibre Board  commonly known as MDF. MDF is cheap and versatile, which has made it a material thathas been embraced by a huge number of people in the DIY epidemicof the last few years. This hunger was fuelled by programmessuch BBCs Changing Rooms which incorporated MDF into most ofits designs. Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen and Handy Andy demonstratedhow t...	</description>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[Planning on redecorating the bathroom this weekend? or finallygetting round to fitting those new kitchen units? If so, you maybe using Medium Density Fibre Board ' commonly known as 'MDF'. MDF is cheap and versatile, which has made it a material thathas been embraced by a huge number of people in the DIY epidemicof the last few years. This hunger was fuelled by programmessuch BBC's Changing Rooms which incorporated MDF into most ofits designs. Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen and Handy Andy demonstratedhow the flexible material could be cut into just about anyshape, and curved into unique contemporary furniture andfittings ' often challenging the very idea of good taste! So, isMDF the perfect DIY material? Or are there hidden dangers?Recently, there has been considerable publicity about the healthhazards of using MDF. There have been reports of how the dustproduced when working with MDF can cause health problems suchasthma and even cancer. One trade union stated that 'MDF is the...]]></content:encoded>
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	<title>Secrets to Longevity</title>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 24 Feb 2010 04:16:00 -0600</pubDate>
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        Secrets to LongevityWhats the secret to living a long life? Millions of people areconstantly searching for an answer to this question. Many havelived well past the average age expectancy. These people arelooked upon with great admiration and envy, for having beatenthe odds, having defied death for so long. When asked what theyattribute their longevity to, their replies often differ. Some say that its one key ingredient in their diet thats thesecret. Cod liver oilthat made the difference one olde...	</description>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[Secrets to LongevityWhat's the secret to living a long life? Millions of people areconstantly searching for an answer to this question. Many havelived well past the average age expectancy. These people arelooked upon with great admiration and envy, for having beatenthe odds, having defied death for so long. When asked what theyattribute their longevity to, their replies often differ. Some say that it's one key ingredient in their diet that's thesecret. 'Cod liver oil'that made the difference' one olderperson claimed. One man for example believes that having drinks of brandy every day has carried him past the centurymark. While a woman who has reached one hundred years of lifesaid the key to her longevity is due to avoiding alcohol.Certain scientists believe that a person's life span isdetermined by their genetic make-up. Other scientists howeverclaim that people, who have higher risks in developing chronicdiseases from heredity, may be able to avoid them by takingcert...]]></content:encoded>
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	<title>What Would You Think if I said that You could Overdose on Water?</title>
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	<pubDate>Tue, 23 Feb 2010 04:30:13 -0600</pubDate>
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        You would probably think that I was writing a lot of oldrubbish, but please stay with me, as I can assure you that it isvery possible and there are many cases reported worldwide toback up my statement.A number of medical experts recommend that everyone should drinkeight glasses of water per day, which is about two litres. Thisold chestnut has been pulled out of the fire, so many times overthe years, that no one really knows where the recommendationcame from in the first place, or what the benefi...	</description>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[You would probably think that I was writing a lot of oldrubbish, but please stay with me, as I can assure you that it isvery possible and there are many cases reported worldwide toback up my statement.A number of medical experts recommend that everyone should drinkeight glasses of water per day, which is about two litres. Thisold chestnut has been pulled out of the fire, so many times overthe years, that no one really knows where the recommendationcame from in the first place, or what the benefits to yourhealth would be, if you followed this regime.A survey that was sponsored by large companies that sell bottledwater, state that everyone should consume between one and ahalf, to two litres per day, of Natural Mineral Water, ofcourse, makes you think, when they paid for the survey.There is a lot of confusion about how much water should be takendaily, and when you look around, you will see numerous peoplecarrying their water bottles of natural mineral watereverywhere, pro...]]></content:encoded>
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	<title>4 Days to Better Health- Let me Show you How</title>
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	<pubDate>Mon, 22 Feb 2010 05:17:28 -0600</pubDate>
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         It's possible to learn HOW to better your health in only  daysand this article will show you how. Each day is a bite-sizednugget of healthy living information you can actually use. Let's get started... Day : Nutritional Supplements In my opinion, they are very necessary and very beneficial-especially when combined with healthy eating habits. It's verydifficult to get all the nutrients your body needs through foodalone, but combining proper nutrition with nutritionalsupplements is very powerful....	</description>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It's possible to learn HOW to better your health in only  daysand this article will show you how. Each day is a bite-sizednugget of healthy living information you can actually use. Let's get started... Day : Nutritional Supplements In my opinion, they are very necessary and very beneficial-especially when combined with healthy eating habits. It's verydifficult to get all the nutrients your body needs through foodalone, but combining proper nutrition with nutritionalsupplements is very powerful. That being said, the one supplement everyone should be taking isa good multi vitaminmineral. Look at it as added insurance-eating well is crucial, but now that you're also taking a multi,you can rest assured you're getting the nutrients your bodyneeds. Day : Nutrition Good nutrition is SO important. You are what you eat...rememberthat. Make a conscious effort to gradually improve your eatinghabits, eating more of the good foods nuts, berries, peanutbutter, olive oil, gre...]]></content:encoded>
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	<title>Arthritis &amp; Joint Health</title>
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	<pubDate>Sun, 21 Feb 2010 03:45:20 -0600</pubDate>
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        Arthritis &amp; Joint Health :Many millions of people are affected by pain and suffering fromArthritis and research has shown that Glucosamine andChondroitin sulphates combined have given these people new hopeand relief from their painful ailments. Arthritis it causespain, stiffness and sometimes swelling in or around joints. Thiscan make it hard to complete simple movements you rely on everyday for work or taking care of your family. But you can takesteps now to avoid arthritis or to reduce pain an...	</description>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[Arthritis &amp; Joint Health :Many millions of people are affected by pain and suffering fromArthritis and research has shown that Glucosamine andChondroitin sulphates combined have given these people new hopeand relief from their painful ailments. Arthritis it causespain, stiffness and sometimes swelling in or around joints. Thiscan make it hard to complete simple movements you rely on everyday for work or taking care of your family. But you can takesteps now to avoid arthritis or to reduce pain and resume normaldaily activities.There are more than  different types of arthritis and thecause of most types is unknown. Scientists are currentlystudying what roles three major factors play in certain types ofarthritis. These include the genetic factors you inherit fromyour parents, events which occur during your life and how youlive on a day-to-day basis. The importance of these factorsvaries by type of arthritis.Even though there is a lot of mystery surrounding arthriticjo...]]></content:encoded>
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	<title>Medical Billing PDA</title>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 20 Feb 2010 04:27:26 -0600</pubDate>
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        pMedical Billing PDAOne of the first things I notice about a medical office, whetherit be with my dentist, my family doctor, or my optometrist, isthe walls full of color-coded files containing medicalhistories, billing information, and tracking information forprescriptions check ups and various other things. As a patient,it is fun to trace the colored tags across the files and wonderwhat they mean.Doctors know exactly what they mean, and they see thosecolor-coded files in a totally different lig...	</description>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[p&gt;Medical Billing PDAOne of the first things I notice about a medical office, whetherit be with my dentist, my family doctor, or my optometrist, isthe walls full of color-coded files containing medicalhistories, billing information, and tracking information forprescriptions check ups and various other things. As a patient,it is fun to trace the colored tags across the files and wonderwhat they mean.Doctors know exactly what they mean, and they see thosecolor-coded files in a totally different light. That wall offolders is vital and almost overwhelming information to help thepractice care adequately for its patients. One of the challengesof that wall is that it represents limited access to patientrecords, especially billing record, when away from the office.It reminds me of Pinocchio singing 'I got no strings,' whilestill getting tangled up in all of the strings around him.Medical Billing PDA is an example of how a practice can actwithout strings. At anytime while tra...]]></content:encoded>
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	<title>Americans Share Their Lives Through Organ Donation</title>
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	<pubDate>Fri, 19 Feb 2010 04:11:14 -0600</pubDate>
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        Each year Americans who live with a terminal illness receive aprecious gift, a second chance at life they would not haveotherwise. This gift comes from those who have made a criticaldecision, to donate their organs to save another life.Potential organ donors can be of any age or race. They may bepeople we know like our loved ones and friends. Sharing thisimportant decision to donate their organs or tissue with familymembers insures that arrangements can be made if needed. Beassured that the medi...	</description>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[Each year Americans who live with a terminal illness receive aprecious gift, a second chance at life they would not haveotherwise. This gift comes from those who have made a criticaldecision, to donate their organs to save another life.Potential organ donors can be of any age or race. They may bepeople we know like our loved ones and friends. Sharing thisimportant decision to donate their organs or tissue with familymembers insures that arrangements can be made if needed. Beassured that the medical community is committed to saving thelives of their patients admitted to the hospital in anemergency. The Indiana Donor Choice Law allows a medicalprofessional to carry out your wishes without family consent.Every attempt is made before hand to inform your family of yourdecision upon your death. Donating organs or tissue will notaffect funeral arrangements either. Your appearance will remainintake for traditional services. Those under  who want to become donors will need the...]]></content:encoded>
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	<title>HIV/AIDS</title>
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	<pubDate>Thu, 18 Feb 2010 03:42:25 -0600</pubDate>
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        Contrary to popular belief not only is HIVAIDS still around,but it is actually on the increase. According to figurespublished by the United Nations AIDS program, there are now million people living with HIV world wide, and . million arechildren.In Britain, around , people are thought to be infected withHIV, and a third of them do not know. The highest rate of newcases ever was recorded as recently as . The number ofpeople infected in the UK is expected to rise by  over thenext five years. Fiftee...	</description>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[Contrary to popular belief not only is HIVAIDS still around,but it is actually on the increase. According to figurespublished by the United Nations AIDS program, there are now million people living with HIV world wide, and . million arechildren.In Britain, around , people are thought to be infected withHIV, and a third of them do not know. The highest rate of newcases ever was recorded as recently as . The number ofpeople infected in the UK is expected to rise by  over thenext five years. Fifteen thousand people have died ofHIV-related diseases so far.HIV HIV stands for &quot;Human Immunodeficiency Virus&quot;. This virusgets inside our body and then stops our immune system fromworking properly. This happens over a period of time and thelength of time taken is different for each person. When theimmune system is disrupted, we are more prone to infections.Normally when infections get inside us, our own immune systemknows about it. There are a lot of different &quot;cel...]]></content:encoded>
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	<title>Chlamydia (Kla-Mid-Dee-Ah)</title>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2010 04:13:21 -0600</pubDate>
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        Chlamydia Kla-Mid-Dee-Ah is the commonest and curable sexuallytransmitted infection STI in the UK.The most important thing to know about Chlamydia is that any onewho is having sex is vulnerable. You only need to haveunprotected sex with one person who has the infection to catchit; but of course, the more partners you have, the more likelyyou are to be infected. During , there were more than ,new reported cases, the highest level ever and a   rise from.According to Public Health laboratory Servic...	</description>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[Chlamydia Kla-Mid-Dee-Ah is the commonest and curable sexuallytransmitted infection STI in the UK.The most important thing to know about Chlamydia is that any onewho is having sex is vulnerable. You only need to haveunprotected sex with one person who has the infection to catchit; but of course, the more partners you have, the more likelyyou are to be infected. During , there were more than ,new reported cases, the highest level ever and a   rise from.According to Public Health laboratory Service figures it isestimated that one in ten under  year olds now have theinfection.If you are over  and have had two partners within a year, orrecently changed partners your risk increases.One of the most alarming problems with Chlamydia is that it isasymptomatic; that is to say most people don't know that theyhave it in the early stages. This means that it is very easilypassed on without people knowing. Some warning signs could be: Discharge  Pain or bur...]]></content:encoded>
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	<title>Obesity - The Number 1 Health Issue in the US</title>
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	<pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2010 04:27:13 -0600</pubDate>
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        Obesity is quickly becoming the number one health issueconfronting America today, and it's not just America, othercountries are affected also. Obesity leads to a multitude ofhealth problems including, but certianly not limited too:Heart disease Diabetes High Blood PressureThese  alone are rapidly becoming the leading causes ofpremature death in both men and women, in our society.While it is easy to blame our sedentary lifestyles, our eatinghabits and the fast food industry. It really boils down ...	</description>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[Obesity is quickly becoming the number one health issueconfronting America today, and it's not just America, othercountries are affected also. Obesity leads to a multitude ofhealth problems including, but certianly not limited too:Heart disease Diabetes High Blood PressureThese  alone are rapidly becoming the leading causes ofpremature death in both men and women, in our society.While it is easy to blame our sedentary lifestyles, our eatinghabits and the fast food industry. It really boils down tochoice, in most cases we either choose to be overweight, or wechoose not to be. Yes there are some people with medicalconditions that are beyond their control, however for most of usit is really a matter of eating less or eating the right foodsand moving more exercise. For some, those with a very goodsense of personal discipline, it is very easy to lose weight.Most of us need some kind of guidance. That guidance can be inthe form of a simple diet plan and exercise program,...]]></content:encoded>
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	<title>Picking your nose - Good for your health?</title>
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	<pubDate>Mon, 15 Feb 2010 04:52:22 -0600</pubDate>
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        Picking your nose - Good for your health?Why is it that when people are driving they think that otherdrivers can't see them through the clear glass windows of theircar?On numerous occasions I have been happily driving along in myhome town of Burton on Trent, Staffordshire, UK when I've seenanother driver picking his or her nose, oblivious to the factthat every other driver is watching them do it?To an extent I can understand someone thinking they can't beseen when they're driving along at mph bu...	</description>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[Picking your nose - Good for your health?Why is it that when people are driving they think that otherdrivers can't see them through the clear glass windows of theircar?On numerous occasions I have been happily driving along in myhome town of Burton on Trent, Staffordshire, UK when I've seenanother driver picking his or her nose, oblivious to the factthat every other driver is watching them do it?To an extent I can understand someone thinking they can't beseen when they're driving along at mph but when they're sat attraffic lights it's another matter entirely!I've just been sat at the lights at the Burton end of the TrentBridge and some chap in a red Volvo was sat behind me merrilypicking away. I thought he was going to lose his hand at onepoint. He only stopped when I turned round and gave him a thumbsup sign and in fact he looked quite shocked that somehow I'dbeen able to see him through his Harry Potter invisibility cloakie car windscreen.You may ask why I gav...]]></content:encoded>
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