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What if you didn’t have to take pain medication to manage your pain? Life isn’t meant to be lived in pain, or to suffer though… Prescription pain medication, or even over the counter, can have unwanted side effects. Here are a few ideas that I have personally tried and that have worked wonders for me.
Mention “couscous” to diabetics and the first thought may be that it’s an absolute no-no, a carbohydrate-laden food not worth giving a thought to, let alone one that should be eaten due to the blood sugar spikes that would ensue. But is the hesitation valid? The food, which is both a grain and a pasta
Humans, just the same as other animals, have always had parasites, both inside and outside of our bodies. Its easy to see inside of animals when you dissect a fish, frog or pig in a college biology lab. The perfect environment for parasites to grow and live within our bodies is promoted by a diet
Lycopene, a powerful carotenoid found mostly in many red and orange hued fruits and vegetables, is a great way to ward off cancers and boost overall health.(1,2) An increasing amount of studies have noted its ability to help slow cancer growth, particular when it comes to prostate cancer, many times leading to cell apoptosis (cell
Like any gardener, you probably have noticed that flowers and vegetables are not the only things that like to grow in your garden. The weeds love it, too – and why wouldn’t they, with all the free fertilizer and water they could wish for? Weeds are a frustrating and, pardon the pun perennial problem, but
The amazing Burdock root was considered to be an important herb in Chinese medicine and is highly regarded by modern herbal practitioners. It offers a wide variety of health benefits, both topically and as a edible aid,and is well known for it’s healing properties. This herb has been used for centuries to treat numerous illnesses
All the dieting and exercise in the world won’t help very much if your metabolism is sluggish! Avoid foods that slow down the metabolism is just as important for long-term fitness as eating foods that help you burn the calories you need to. The foods below are some of the worst culprits when it comes
Every year on October 16th people from around the world join together to raise awareness on World Spine Day as part of the Bone and Joint Decade’s Action Week. The@World_Spine_Day (WSD) theme for 2014 is “Straighten Up and Move”, focusing on the importance of proper posture and movement in maintaining good spinal health. Spinal disorders,
Many people are a little wary when they see the label “sugar free” nowadays – and with good reason. People have been spooked by aspartame and other artificial sweeteners which have been markets as dieting aids but cause people to gain weight and can lead to other serious health problems as well. Below are eight
When it comes to maintaining your oral hygiene, most people make it a point to brush and floss each day to have healthy gums and teeth. For those with dentures, there are often extra steps and different techniques to practice to keep them clean and maintain their appearance. When it comes to caring for dentures