May 30, 2008
Our Articles: The Best of May
In case you’ve missed these articles this month, here’s a quick review of the top ones: 1. Man-made chemicals are not foods! We are so far removed from what is natural that most people wouldn’t even know what to eat if they were told to remove all chemicals from their diet. What’s left? 2. Fat [...]
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Archive: May 2008
May 27, 2008
Pregnancy Awareness Month
Pregnancy Awareness Month (PAM) is winding down. Founded by holistic lifestyle expert Anna Getty, May 2008 and in it’s inaugural year, Pregnancy Awareness Month (PAM) aims to empower pregnant women with information, “how to” ideas and inspiration to incorporate PAM’s four key initiatives – education, exercise, nutrition & wellness and nurture – into their life [...]
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Pregnancy Awareness Month
Pregnancy Awareness Month (PAM) is winding down. Founded by holistic lifestyle expert Anna Getty, May 2008 and in it’s inaugural year, Pregnancy Awareness Month (PAM) aims to empower pregnant women with information, “how to” ideas and inspiration to incorporate PAM’s four key initiatives – education, exercise, nutrition & wellness and nurture – into their life [...]
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May 26, 2008
Health Tip #10: Roll Your Eyes
As modern-day people, we’re quite aware that exercise is good for our bodies. But a few eye doctors involved with a science called vision therapy, tell us that our eyes need exercise too. Close-up work such as sewing, working on the computer, reading and fixing small parts all lead to eye strain. Vision therapists say [...]
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Health Tip #10: Roll Your Eyes
As modern-day people, we’re quite aware that exercise is good for our bodies. But a few eye doctors involved with a science called vision therapy, tell us that our eyes need exercise too. Close-up work such as sewing, working on the computer, reading and fixing small parts all lead to eye strain. Vision therapists say [...]
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May 22, 2008
Some Vegetables Benefit From Minimal Cooking
Is raw food always recommended? Some researchers say no. Over the last decade there has been a big Raw Food movement. The idea behind this raw food diet is that cooked foods are bad for us, as they contribute to disease. There is some merit to this way of thinking, especially considering that heat, from [...]
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Some Vegetables Benefit From Minimal Cooking
Is raw food always recommended? Some researchers say no. Over the last decade there has been a big Raw Food movement. The idea behind this raw food diet is that cooked foods are bad for us, as they contribute to disease. There is some merit to this way of thinking, especially considering that heat, from [...]
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May 22, 2008
Super Salad Recipe for Your Family
Vic Shayne, PhD When I used to consult people on their nutrition in my office, one of the most common statements was, “I do eat healthy. I eat salads.” But a few minutes later it became clear that there’s a big misunderstanding about what makes a salad healthful. If you eat iceberg lettuce and dressing [...]
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Super Salad Recipe for Your Family
Vic Shayne, PhD When I used to consult people on their nutrition in my office, one of the most common statements was, “I do eat healthy. I eat salads.” But a few minutes later it became clear that there’s a big misunderstanding about what makes a salad healthful. If you eat iceberg lettuce and dressing [...]
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May 20, 2008
Think Happy Thoughts
by Vic Shayne, PhD There’s an emerging way of looking at health and healing that, ironically, is thousands of years old. But I suppose it takes that long for some people to catch on. I’m speaking about the approach that considers the mind an integral part not only of the healing process, but the cause [...]
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Think Happy Thoughts
by Vic Shayne, PhD There’s an emerging way of looking at health and healing that, ironically, is thousands of years old. But I suppose it takes that long for some people to catch on. I’m speaking about the approach that considers the mind an integral part not only of the healing process, but the cause [...]
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May 20, 2008
Can The Earth Run Out of Fish??
Is there a real danger that the earth can run out of fish? Scientists say yes. Overfishing, destruction of habitat, man-made polution, global warming and unbalancing ecosystems of the oceans and waterways are destroying fish populations faster than they can be replenished. The Guardian reports Is anyone not aware that wild fish are in deep [...]
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Can The Earth Run Out of Fish??
Is there a real danger that the earth can run out of fish? Scientists say yes. Overfishing, destruction of habitat, man-made polution, global warming and unbalancing ecosystems of the oceans and waterways are destroying fish populations faster than they can be replenished. The Guardian reports Is anyone not aware that wild fish are in deep [...]
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May 20, 2008
Green Tea Extract for Sleep Apnea
The American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine reports that green tea extract shows promise in addressing sleep apnea. Rat studies at the University of Louisville, in conjunction with Soroka University Medical Center, showed that inflammation and oxidative stress was greatly relieved by administering green tea extract. Oxidative stress (losing and lacking oxygen) is [...]
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Green Tea Extract for Sleep Apnea
The American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine reports that green tea extract shows promise in addressing sleep apnea. Rat studies at the University of Louisville, in conjunction with Soroka University Medical Center, showed that inflammation and oxidative stress was greatly relieved by administering green tea extract. Oxidative stress (losing and lacking oxygen) is [...]
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May 19, 2008
Healing Power of Broccoli
Maybe you’ve heard that broccoli is a healthful food, but do you remember why this is? Here’s a quick review. A recent CNN article reported: When it comes to basic nutrients, broccoli is a mother lode. Ounce for ounce, boiled broccoli has more vitamin C than an orange and as much calcium as a glass [...]
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Healing Power of Broccoli
Maybe you’ve heard that broccoli is a healthful food, but do you remember why this is? Here’s a quick review. A recent CNN article reported: When it comes to basic nutrients, broccoli is a mother lode. Ounce for ounce, boiled broccoli has more vitamin C than an orange and as much calcium as a glass [...]
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May 19, 2008
Health Tip #9: Massage Your Toes
When you think of a massage, rarely do your toes come to mind first. But the fact is that our feet are among the most stressed-out parts of our bodies. Being far away from the rest of the action going on inside your head and stomach, the toes are apt to be neglected, which just [...]
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Health Tip #9: Massage Your Toes
When you think of a massage, rarely do your toes come to mind first. But the fact is that our feet are among the most stressed-out parts of our bodies. Being far away from the rest of the action going on inside your head and stomach, the toes are apt to be neglected, which just [...]
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