Bird flu or avian flu is an influenza virus type that normally infects birds. However, it can also infect other animals including pigs. Wild birds are natural hosts to the virus and normally don't get sick from it. But domestic animals such as chickens and turkeys could be severely affected. Humans, on the other hand, can be infected with influenza types A, B, and C. Genetic changes and sharing can occur under certain circumstances. This could...more
When I was in high school, one of our friend's parents invested in a spa. They were a popular family anyway, but after they bought their spa, everyone found reasons to visit their home. We would even go there when the children we were friends with weren't home just for a chance to sit in their spa. After a game or a workout at the gym, the spa felt like heaven to our sore muscles. There's was an enclosed model, so it didn't matter what type...more
This past month, in the United States the spotlight has been on "buying pink" to fund breast cancer research.Even with all this funding, breast cancer in women in the United States has quadrupled in the last 40 years,causing physical and emotional pain for women and their families.Donna Eden, a medical intuitive, explains how she can "see" the energetic influence of a bra on our bodies.Especially an underwire bra stops the natural flow of energy and fluids through the lymphatic systems in our breasts.Scientific evidence supports the connection between bras and breast disease.The theory is that bras can inhibit the proper functioning of the lymphatic system, which is an internal network of vessels and nodes that flushes wastes from the body.Accumulated wastes and toxins from the breast can result in fibrocystic changes (benign lumps, cysts, and pain) and create a breeding ground for various problems, including cancer.Studies show that women who breastfeed and/or exercise regularly have a lower incidence of breast disease - but not as low as bra-free women.Lymphatic circulation is highly dependent on movement.Each subtle bounce of the breast gently massages the breast and increases...more
Food poisoning is the result of eating food or drinking water contaminated with bacteria (usually the salmonella strain). Depending on the severity of the case, the symptoms may include diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal discomfort, fever or dehydration. In most cases, food poisoning is not a life-threatening condition. Poisoning may occur a number of...more
Many people keep asking whether sex can really help to prevent prostate cancer. This article looks into it and examines how and why sex can help in the prevention of prostate cancer or not. But of course - before you take any advice in this article, ensure that you consult with your doctor.Conventional treatments include surgery to remove the...more
There's not anything more empowering than using natural home remedies effectively. But the real WOW factor comes when you do well! It can be so exciting, that you can do so much good, in the comfort of your own home, without knowing much. There are a selection of natural home remedies that you can safely use yourself, without knowing very much.There are some herbs although many need more in depth information, there are flower essences, there's aromatherapy, there's good nutrition, there's kitchen home remedies and then there's homeopathy. Perhaps, out of all of them, homeopathy has the potential for doing the most good. All of the commonly available homeopathic remedies have a wide scope of use. For instance, the homeopathic remedy Arnica, the king of injury remedies can resolve the following conditions:* any ailment which stems from an injury, however far back including concussion, surgery, dental extractions, sprains, strains* Arthritis, rheumatism* Sepsis, infections* Colds, flues* Skin eruptions* Malaria* Whooping cough* Pneumonia* Gout* MeningitisWhilst I'm not proposing that you, as a home prescriber, attempt to treat such serious ailments as meningitis or pneumonia, I am...more
Shopping for furniture should not be a chore, but something we enjoy. Looking for new pieces of furniture to place in our home or office is exciting. It is important to remember, however, that although some furniture may look attractive, it may not...more
Sugar has many positive and negative aspects. Desserts taste good, this would be positive. Those of you with young children know that kids who eat a lot of sugar often then run through the house like the bulls of Pamplona. This would be less...more
Those who have tried to quit smoking know that the biggest addiction is the physical and tactile experience of smoking, which is as habitual as the nicotine fix. We get used to the hit that the cigarette gives in the throat when we inhale cigarette...more
The fact is that drug addiction can disturb any person, and even though you may be pious in your religious beliefs with a great moral standing, you can become uncomfortable with a severe drug addiction and need the support of a christian drug rehab...more
What is social anxiety? It is a term used to illustrate an experience of anxiety related to social situations, interactions with other individuals and being evaluated or scrutinized by other persons. In it's basic terms, it is a fear of human beings:...more
Competitive bodybuilding is a sport in which athletes attempt to develop and maintain the perfect muscular body. As bodybuilding competitors show off their physique and perform with a number of poses, they are judged by a qualified panel of experts...more