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disposable contact lenses 2007-07-16 20:55:07
I believe there are many contactlenses
wearers among us. As much as contact lenses offer us certain conveniences and flexibility, it is important to keep them clean by regular care and daily cleaning, depending on the type of contact lenses you are wearing. Due to my negligence and over-wearing, I have developed sensitivities to contact lenses which causes my eyes to tear if I kept them too long in my eyes. At one point, my eyes were dry and often experienced irritations. In the last few years, I have switched to monthly disposable contact lenses. But since I don’t wear much of contact lenses now, buying monthly disposables can be expensive as they have limited shelf life. As such, I may consider daily disposables, which means I can discard it at the end of the day and only wear it when I truly need it. Sometimes, contact lenses are necessary for outdoor sports and adventures and on certain occasions, for beauty and vanity.
my detox ended 2007-07-15 09:12:53 My detox came to an end on Thursday and this had been one of my best so far. This was the first detox that came with serious healing reactions such as fever, bad cough, excessive elimination of mucus and phlegm. But it was also one which didn’t caused any hunger pangs even though I didn’t eat alot, other than 3-4 glasses of carrot+apple juice and some baked and steamed potatoes on occasional dinners.
I was feeling energized despite those healing reactions and I wasn’t bothered about abstaining from my regular diets at all. I lost 3 kg in total and my face is looking brighter and clearer. I am feeling refreshed and truly rejuvenated. Following the end of my detox, the first few days was an easy adjustment onto my normal diet and I have promised myself to eat healthily and wisely from now on. I’m still omitted meats at the moment until I feel that my body is ready to take it so animal proteins. But for now, I’m making a habit to consume more fresh foods than
pursue your health care dreams 2007-07-13 05:05:24
It has always been my desire to pursue a health degree one of these days. Actually, I took a holistic health degree on a correspondence basis few years back but due to my busy schedule, I had not progressed much with the course. Just the other day, I was writing about online distance learning in one of my blogs, then, it was such a coincidence that I was asked to take a look at some online degree programs on health care and health management.
EarnMyDegree.com is a one-stop educational site that offers online and distance learning programs in various disciplines including business, design, culinary, hospitality management, technology and others. Also included in the list of distance learning programs are topics focusing on health care administration, nursing, health management with specialized areas such as medical assisting, nursing, geriatric and long-term care and public health. Upon selecting your topic of interest, you can browse through the various online Universities offering th
for a better night sleep 2007-07-11 15:45:45
I’m on the hunt for some new bedding, pillows and blankets since I am diagnosed with rhinitis, a respiratory condition also known as post nasal drip or hay fever. Allergy sufferers should ensure that bedding should be washed and cleaned on a regular basis, preferably, weekly, and if possible, be covered with anti-dust mites casing.
I can get pretty fussy when it comes to choosing the right pillow. I heard about the raving reviews of the mediflow pillow which is a water-based pillow that promises better
and sounder sleep. Though I have never tried it, the video looks convincing and the research is impressive with credible clinical research and positive testimonies. Being water based, it suits all kinds of sleepers and the pillow adjusts according to your sleeping positions. Besides, the fiber filling is hypoallergenic, which means it is suitable for people like me and any other allergy sufferers. For more information, check out the website or hop into either Target or JC Penney
causes of headaches 2007-07-11 14:15:08 There are many causes
of headaches
. Headaches can be acute, chronic or even migraines. Acute headaches come and go and can be caused by diseases or infections of the eyes, ears, nose, throat, teeth or sinuses. A blow to the head can cause a headache! Exposure to cigarette smoke, allergens or chemical fumes are sometimes triggers too. Certain drugs or use of alcohol, and dehydration may also be at fault.
Chronic headaches may accompany diseases, nerve dysfunctions, worry, brain tumors, and other physical, emotional, or psychosomatic disorders. Fevers and changes in metabolism can be possible causes too. Nerve conditions such as anger, fear, worry, excitement, disappointment, nervous tension, stress can cause headaches as bad or worse than those that have physical causes.
Migraines are the most extreme headaches and may begin in childhood or any time during adulthood. They may start with mood changes, fatigue, depression, thirst, hunger, nervousness or even lack of sleep. Twice as many w
resource and tips on acne 2007-07-11 12:26:03 Any chocolate lover out there? Hands up! Well, I used to think that eating chocolates can lead to acne problems but how true is this common assumption? Many of us women will spend great extents and money to keep our skin looking young, supple, smooth, silky and acne-free. How many times do we feel down when we notice a blemish or zit on the face? Aren’t you tempted to zap it out or wish that there is a miracle cream to make it disappear before that special dinner function?
Well, I always believe that a healthy diet of fruits and vegetables, essential oils and whole grains are helpful to keep skin healthy. Don’t forget to drink at least 8 glasses of water to flush out the toxins build up in the body. Acne skin problems can be telltales signs of toxicity internally. For some people, especially teenagers, having acne skin can trigger negative emotional effects and cause other psychological problems. Here is a resource site that focuses on anything to do with acne tips, informa
cautionary herbs 2007-07-11 12:16:49
Though I have never traveled to Switzerland and probably know the country for its swiss army watches and fine chocolates, I was told that the Swiss enjoy growing herbs in window boxes. These are then used for flavoring salads, soups and various other foods used in their daily meals. How nice it is to grow your own parsley, chives, rosemary, anise…etc.
Some herbs should be used with caution and wisdom and it must not be thought that larger dosage will help much more, same with dietary supplements. Here are some to be used with supervision or caution:
Borage, Broom, Chaparral, Coltsfoot, Comfrey (when taken internally), Foxglove, Juniper, Licorice Root, Pennyroyal, Pokeweed, Rue and Yohimbe.
colon toxicity 2007-07-11 12:01:10 Would I scare you if I tell you that two million Americans suffer colon-related diseases including colitis and diverticulitis. Colon cancer is the second leading cancer killer in the US, second only to lung cancer in men, and breast cancer in women. A telltale sign of a toxic colon is the “famous” potbelly. Most people are so used to feeling tired, bloated, constipated, irritated, overweight, bad breath…etc that they don’t suspect that their health may be in danger!
Colon toxicity can contribute to many commonly reported health problems or ailments such as backaches, headaches, arthritis, asthma, insomnia, hypertension, allergies, body odor, chronic fatigue, frequent colds, bad breath, hemorrhoids, depressions, diarrhea and more.
To ensure an healthy colon, try one of the natural colon cleanser such as the Dual-Action Cleanse which contains natural and herbal ingredients: Psyllium, Alfalfa, Pau D’Arco, Oat Bran, and Lactobacillus Acidophilus. T
the eyes are the window to the soul 2007-07-11 01:53:30
As the saying goes, “the eyes are the window to the soul”. The eyes have the power to spell all sorts of emotions - happiness, sadness, fear, anger, doubt, curiosity or even thoughts of betrayal. I’ve been short-sighted for the last 25 years and looking back, wearing contact lenses was rare and viewed as a symbol of luxury. I couldn’t wait to grow up to own my first pair of contact lenses. I needed that for convenience due to my active outdoor lifestyle and of course, I liked to flaunt my eyes and long eyelashes!
Contact lenses are no longer marketed or purchased for pure functionality these days. They have emerged to suit various lifestyles and trends. You may be familiar with some of these big brands in the market if you are a contact lens user - Acuvue, Focus, Bausch and Lomb, Ciba Vision and Freshlook. In fact, contact lenses can even be purchased and ordered online now at VisionDirect.com. How convenient can that be! You don’t even need to spend hour
blog on alcohol rehab 2007-07-10 17:34:38 I believe most of us are aware of the dangers of alcoholism or alcohol abuse but because alcohol has socially acceptable in our modern lifestyles, we may not know how the tell tales if someone we know may be suffering from this problem.
Lack of knowledge and proper understanding of the topic may also cause ignorance in the seriousness of alcoholism. As such, some have failed to seek guided help and even consider going to an alcohol rehab to overcome alcohol addiction. Being seen more as a social problem, many lack the courage to step out to receive help and there are those who fear social discrimination or criticism on their condition.
We all know that families and lives are destroyed by this drinking problem and as I read the blog on Alcohol Rehab, it brings to my understanding that treatment should be sought for anyone suffering from alcohol addiction. Though the road of recovery may not always be easy and smooth sailing, a decision to be sober brings long term happiness and fulfillm
beware of the sun 2007-07-19 02:42:38
How is summer going with everyone? While you enjoy your fun under the sun, I hope you are covered with a good sunscreen or sunblock to protect your skin from excessive exposures to the strong sun rays. I’m not only speaking to those who sunbathe at the beach or those hitting golf balls on the golf course, but it could be just walking and playing under the sun without any protection.
Excessive exposure of the sun can lead to dark skin spots often called aging spots or liver spots. In order to understand the problem of sunbaths, it must be remembered that sunlight not only acts on the parts of the skin that are directly exposed but it also produces substances in the irradiated skin, which pass with the blood into the internal body. For instance, if your feet is exposed to the sun’s rays, the blood pressure may be elevated and cholerterol is transformed into vitamin D, which acts to deposit calcium in bones or teeth.
For the average person, 10 mins of sunbathing a day is all
searching for organic holidays 2007-07-18 21:35:13 It’s been my desire to plan a stay in an organic farm one of these days. While I was in New Zealand, I came close to that but due to time factor, I couldn’t make that dream come true. It is however interesting to read about how other like-minded travelers who have stayed in organic farms or in places serving organic produce to share their experiences. If you need a travel guide that presents the stories and tales of real travelers, RealTravel.com is a great community site that focuses on that. The site is not an ordinary travel guide as all the contribution are by real travelers so you can search for any destination eg. relaxing holiday, holiday in Spain, family holiday, organic holiday, organic resort, and the results will take you to related stories. It’s a great travel guide with nice photos taken by travelers and you can even contribute your opinions by rating the posts. I’ll be searching
for some organic holiday stories for our upcoming holiday in Hawaii&he
7 reasons to avoid processed foods 2007-07-18 11:41:09 We have heard much about why processed foods are not good for us. Here are 7 reasons why you should do your best to avoid processed foods:
1. They ruin your taste buds. Processed foods contain refined sugar, extra salt and other flavour enhancers. These foods are not only unhealthy but they also dull the taste buds to natural flavours - true! This leads to more consumption of processed foods to get the taste you are used to and you can no longer appreciate the taste of natural foods.
2. Harmful additives. Harmful chemical additives are added to foods to keep them “fresh” longer (longer shelf life) and to enhance taste and colour.
3. Hidden ingredients. Processed foods contain hidden sugar, salt and harmful fats. All these lead to serious health problems.
4. No nutritional value. Processing takes out most of the nutrients out of nutrient rich foods. Thus, you get almost nothing of what your body needs.
5. Fortified with synthetics. To make up for the loss of nutrients during
Quit Smoking Now 2007-07-20 20:56:09 We have heard much about the harmful effects of smoking and how it can cause lung and respiratory related diseases. What is more harmful is the second hand smoke that affects the people around you including your children. There is an interesting and meaningful campaign going on in line with the recent UK smoking ban that starts this month. If you are a smoker who resides in the UK, you should start booking your Leicester Quit Smoking
Session by simply filling up the form at the website. You may also have the free Quit Smoking Pack sent to you and start your quest for healthy living, for yourself and the good of those around you.
building an organic bedroom in 10 steps 2007-07-20 13:20:56 I came across a good article on 10 Steps to Building An Organic Bedroom and thought it would be good to share them here. Here is a summary of the 10 Steps:
First of all, it’s time to look into removing airborne allergens like dust mites, pollen, mold, mildew, bacteria, viruses, and anything else that disrupt sleep and present a risk to our health. Step 1 Get rid of your old mattress, no matter how new it is or costly you think it might be to replace. Flame-retardant and stain-resistant chemicals were sprayed on it at the factory. Foam cushioning could contain PBDEs or petrochemicals that give off gas (chemical off-gassing). Since you spend nearly one-third of your life on your mattress, this important item should be replaced as quickly as possible.Choose a natural cotton mattress or organic cotton mattress. While cotton mattresses tend to be very firm and hard, you can add a wool topper to soften the top and relieve pressure points. A topper will also reduce body indentations t Read more:steps
a social platform for doctors and patients 2007-07-19 19:06:55 Finally, there is a social network site that brings doctors and consumers together in an independent way. There are times we are faced with medical concerns and dilemmas which can’t be solved or answered so readily but with the introduction of this new social network, you can now find your answers and hear directly from doctors themselves. This is also the first of its kind for doctors to come together to exchange ideas, information and knowledge in a free platform with the objective to help people with their profession. Doctors need a place to ’socialize’ too so med3q, a beta testing site provides a platform for these healthcare professionals to learn about better business practices, share new medical discoveries and updates, get to know other specialists and medical professionals and most importantly, help consumers make better and more informed choices about their health conditions.
What consumers need is a safe and reliable platform to learn and see answers to th Read more:patients
stay away from body acidity 2007-07-19 18:54:43 Is your body acidic? Over-acidity is a common problem due to our poor lifestyle and diet habits. It weakens our body systems thus leading to problems like:
minerals lost from our body especially bones which leads to osteoporosis.
free radicals chain reaction and rapid aging; creating a perfect ground for cancer cells growth because cancer cells thrive in acidic environment.
Here are the signals that your body is acidic and indicates that you should do something about it:
Weakened immune system: frequent colds, infections and headaches
Lower physical and mental energy
Unable to absorb vitamins and minerals well
Pre mature aging, hair and skin began to lose its healthy tone and texture
Insomnia or sleeping problems
To reverse this acidic condition, you should:
Reduce intake of high acid-formng foords. Reduce meats, poultry, seafood, dairy products, eggs, highly refined and processed foods. Increase consumption of fresh vegetables and fruits.
Reduce exposure to synthetic chemical
my daily veggies 2007-07-19 18:45:19
My personal opinion is that this may be a good ‘pick me up’ for busy people who fail to consume enough whole fruits and veggies in the busy and hectic schedule though I do believe that you should continue to include these the whole foods in your diet. In other words, it serves well as a ’supplement’ but not a food replacement.The company is running a promotion of - order 2 boxes of My Daily veggies in the next 60 days and you get the third box absolutely FREE. Alternative, go to the website and request for your My Daily Veggies Free Sample for the next 7 days, value at $10 with another $1 for shipping. So now, you have no excuse not to take enough veggies and fruits
importance of friendly bacteria and probiotics 2007-07-19 17:22:55 One of the essentials to health and wellbeing is the presence of friendly bacteria or probiotics that live and work within the body in the gastrointestinal tract. They are the body’s first defense against the potentially harmful microorganisms that you inhale or indest. The idea ratio of good and bad bacteria in the body is 85% probiotic and 15% pathegenic (disease causing) bacteria. Yes, most of us have the reversed ratio thus compromised the immune system.
The friendly bacteria in our body are sensitive to:
• Over the counter and prescription drugs especially antibiotics, birth control pills and anti acides and laxatives.
• Radiation and chemotherapy treatments
• Environment pollutants, food additives and alcohol
• Stress
Here are some of the tell-tale signs of low probiotics in your body:
• Constipation
• Indigestion or bloated stomach
• Skin allergies (eczema, itchiness, rashes)
• high cholesterol levels
• bad breath
• frequent food poisoning
Friendly bact
build an organic home 2007-07-19 12:36:54
My excitement grows each time I come across organic websites for apparel, clothing, household, kitchen and bedding. After all, this is the heart of this blog - to encourage an organic lifestyle and living. So here’s a great site for all your organic living needs. Find everything you need to promote organic lifestyle including bedding, pillow cases, baby bedding and furniture, educational toys, indoor and outdoor furniture, towels, linens and sheets. What a great place to build an organic home!
I am impressed with the huge selection of organic bedding at daxstores.com. With so many selections and designs, I am spoilt for choices. The silk and satin ones are truly attractive and look absolutely gorgeous for the bedroom. This comes just at the right time when I am looking to change all my bedding and pillow to organic cotton ones. Looks like I have found the perfect stop to create that organic bedroom for the family.
What is important is the quality of the bedding which ensures max
a harmonious balance of mind/body 2007-07-19 12:25:48 Some issues seem to a taboo when discussed on the dinner table such as death or funeral insurance, or anything that is associated with sickness or death. Yet, these are realities of life that we must face one day. What is most important is our efforts to work towards achieving optimum health and overall wellness for our body, mind and spirit.
Our minds have to have a harmonious balance for the body to be healthy. We need to be surrounded by and immersed in freedom, peace and joy. We find that some people interfere with that joy. We run into people with financial problems, marital problems, children problems and many other disturbances. But we don’t have to let them affect us. Emotional balance and a good mental philosophy help keep the body repairing and rebuilding itself as fast as you break it down. A proper food program, including appropriate brain foods, is essential. Without that, the brain can go down, resulting in a nervous breakdown or mental depression.
free drug rehab referral site 2007-07-22 11:37:52 The topic of drug rehab remains close to my heart for the simple fact that I have a close cousin who has gone through this tough journey in the last 10 years or more. Things would be better for him or should I say, the road to recovery would be more hopeful if there was a good drug rehab resource to guide the family at that time.
So I am more than happy to review the resources and services found at 1-800-Nodrugs.com, a free referral site that seeks to help drug addicts, alcoholics, relapse individuals and families of the suffering victims. With many drug rehabs in and around the country, it is hard to find the right drug treatment which can provide the best method of recovery for the patients. What this site does is that the counselor can direct the individual to the suitable drug rehab center and addiction treatment as not all drug recovery methods are suitable for every drug addict.
The site provides many links and information related to drug addiction, alcoholism, drug rehab, prescr
help for teen depression 2007-07-26 11:19:31 Parenting in the 21st century is exciting and packed with lots of new surprises, challenges and fresh experiences. While some may cruise through parenthood, others face difficulties in coping with rebellious children and willful teens. The truth is, it is not easy being teens in the internet and fast technology age too. Teens these days are surrounded by academic work pressures, self esteem issues, eating disorders, peer pressures, anxieties, drug and alcohol abuse and some serious problems including suicide and teen depression
.
As parents, it is our responsibility to pay careful attention to the needs of our growing children and be sensitive to extend our love and care in their growing pains. If you have teens in the home who are facing one or more of the above challenges, Kick-Out-Stress program is designed to combat teen stress while treating teenage depression which includes a PC and Mac computer program, an audio CD and a fully illustrated workbook. The common mistake made by mo
how we breathe 2007-07-25 07:57:30 Regular exercise on a daily basis helps to assure abundant oxygen to all body organs and efficient elimination of carbon dioxide. When the breathing function is not efficiently developed, the carbon dioxide in the tissues and blood is not carried away rapidly enough. This results in an overacid blood and reduction of oxygen supply to the heart and brain. Some people use a pulse oximeter to measure the oxygen in the blood. Blood also carries carbon dioxide from the tissues to the lungs, where it is released to be exhaled from the body.
Thus, we need to learn to breathe
properly. Oxygen, when inhaled into the lungs, is attracted to the iron in the hemoglobin of red blood corpuscles and is carried by the blood into every organ, tissue and cell of the body for purposes of oxidation and energy production.
on hoodia 2007-07-25 04:17:11 Lately I have come across many articles and websites on hoodia patch. Honestly, I have not put in much efforts to find out the facts of the product other than knowing about its popularity with weight loss individuals. So I thought I would state them here for your info:
• Hoodia is a succulent that grows in the Kalahari Desert region of South Africa, as well as the countries of Botswana, Namibia and Angola and it resembles the looks of a cactus. It has been described as a somewhat bitter-tasting cucumber that thrives in extremely hot, dry weather and takes 5-7 years to reach maturity.
One of the world’s oldest and most primitive tribes, the San Bushmen of the Kalahari, has been eating the Hoodia for thousands of years to stave off hunger during nomadic hunting trips.
How does Hoodia work?
As reported by BBC News, when the first human clinical trial was conducted, using a morbidly obese group of people of which half were given Hoodia and half given a placebo… Fifteen days later, th
natural treatment for herpes cure 2007-07-28 21:52:42 This is a sensitive for some individuals suffering from the disease yet it is important to highlight some known facts about it. Herpes is a STD disease and viral infection that is evident with the symptoms of cold sores, blisters and genital herpes that lead to itching, throbbing and rashes. It can be an unpleasant, frustrating and emotional experience. Research shows that 1 in 5 adults in the US is affected with herpes. As there is no known permanent cure for herpes, those affected need to take hygiene seriously by keeping the affected skin area clean and dry at all times during an outbreak. Keep your health in optimum condition and limit stress levels in your life.
But here is website that promises guaranteed results for herpes treatment that offers a 120 days money back guarantee. I have heard about 30 days guarantee from alot of health products site but not 120 days. Thus, there must be something unique about the treatment methods outlined on the website. Presenting its ‘Neve
all about sugar 2007-07-27 22:17:52
Sugar hinders the body’s immune system and predisposes people to allergies and infections. Some of the health conditions associated with the overconsumption of sugar: allergies, obesity eating disorders, eczema, cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure and kidney stones, learning disabilities, irritable bowel syndrome, depression candida, anxiety, hyperactivity in children, dental cavities, diabetes and countless others.
Many people struggling with serious health conditions and weight loss make an attempt to reduce the sugar in their diets. This is often easily done in theory than in practice. They may think that by not adding sugar in their coffee or tea, they are doing all the right things but the truth is they may be consuming sugar without even realizing it. This is why we should be more aware of the hidden sources of sugar in our foods. Due to this, I must discipline myself not to indulge in any sugary treats during those late nights of doing blog advertising.
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on macrobiotics 2007-07-31 09:16:55 Anyone familiar with macrobiotics? Macrobiotic is a way of eating and living that is in harmony with nature. The food is based primarily on whole cereal grains such as wheat, brown rice, barley, corn, fresh organically grown seasonal fruits and vegetables, tofu, miso, legumes, pulses, sea vegetables, nuts and seeds.
The term ‘macrobiotics’ comes from Greece which means “long” and bio means “life”. Thus macrobiotics is a long life diet. It is helpful in slimming, anti-aging, radiant complexion, sparkling eyes, balancing blood pressure, keeping bad cholesterols in check, maintain heart health, keep diseases away and cancer prevention.
is vacation good for your health? 2007-07-31 07:27:06
Do you think a well chosen destination and well planned itinerary can do good to our health? I think so. Some people may prefer to relax by the beach while others may enjoy a vacation in an urban city. If you are heading to some top cities like Amsterdam, New York, Paris, London, Barcelona, Rome, Prague or Dublin, here is an online hotel booking site for these popular destinations. Easytobook.com allows you to book your hotels with no reservation fee upfront and you don’t need to make any advanced payments too. Book and cancel as in when you like without having to wait so it’s convenient, instant and fast!
You can find all sorts of hotels from 1 star to 5 star ones, depending on your budget, preference and itinerary. Easytobook.com also provides information and resources including tourists’ attractions for all the above destinations. So if you are thinking of a break from the hustle and bustle of life, keep this online hotel booking site in mind.
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