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1. Cancer is an energy

By Simon Mitchell Posted: 07/05/2005 Einstein, a genius scientist of the 20th century, and central to the new energy physics, stated that 'a problem cannot be solved by the same mind set that created it'. Cancer is a case in point. Cancer is a dis-ease that stems partly from the products of the mechanistic, anthropomorphic and exploitative philosophy at the heart of our culture, which we tend to ignore. Its effect... read more

2. Top 3 Reasons Why You Suffer From Pain In The Back Of The Knee

By Marc David Posted: 07/25/2004 Pain behind the knee is something many of us have or might experience if we play sports that involve bending at the knees, running, tennis, or any activity that puts strain on the area. Here are some things you need to keep in mind if you ever experience such pain behind the knee: 1. Possible Arthritis This is one of the most common caus... read more

3. Herbs and Natural Supplements for Breast Cancer

By Brian B. Carter, MS, LAc Posted: 10/27/2004 A returning patient called me yesterday. She was a breast cancer survivor when I saw her as a student intern in Chinese medical school. If I had been more confident at the time, I would have suggested she be diligent in preventing a recurrence of breast cancer, and explained how she might attempt that with Chinese medicine. Even if I had, however, she might not have followe... read more

4. Exercise for Immunity

By Dr. Donald A. Miller Posted: 09/30/2004 Recent publications and news items show that moderate exercise works with good diet to enhance immune systems. It does not take much. Just walking a few miles per week can help prevent cancers in various parts of the body, as an example. I'm not a body builder, although I respect people who are. My ideal is to keep a slender, wiry body, such as a runner or swimmer. Typically... read more

5. Your Choice: Aging Boomer or Ageless Bloomer

By Barbara Morris Posted: 07/25/2005 The American way of aging, steeped in stultifying tradition and flawed conventional wisdom of a bygone era, is slowly changing. But for now, tradition and custom still dominate. You know the routine: Around age 50 an accelerating number of sound bites, events and dire warnings about inescapable problems and pitfalls of aging are relentless reminders life... read more

6. Andropause and Erectile Dysfunction

By Cathy Taylor Posted: 05/19/2005 One of the signature symptoms of Andropause is erectile dysfunction (ED). An embarrassing, nerve-wrecking experience, ED is when a male cannot perform for his female partner. In laymans terms, it is the inability to have an erect penis during sexual activity. It is the primary issue amongst men in regards to their sex lives. Lets become acquainted with how a full erection w... read more

7. Surrounding Yourself With Positive Energy

By S A Baker Posted: 05/22/2005 Our lives are busy. We rush here only to remember we were supposed to rush there. It seems like there is never enough time to be had. We all wish for longer days only so we can pack them even fuller with the things we think are important. But, what we really need is to surround ourselves with positive energy. Instead of worrying and fretting over one thing or another, you can i... read more

8. Glutathione - Your Brain's Master Antioxidant Defense

By Priya Shah Posted: 07/31/2004 Copyright 2004 Priya Shah Free radicals and oxyradicals play an important role in the development and progression of many brain disorders such as brain injury, neurodegenerative disease, schizophrenia and Down syndrome. Glutathione is the brain's master antioxidant and plays an important protective role in the brain. According to Dr. Jimmy Gutman, "The brain... read more

9. Weight Loss: Finding Time to Exercise

By Kathryn Martyn, M.NLP Posted: 10/17/2004 Exercising During Commercials I'm getting up an hour earlier these days. At first I said I'd never be able to do it: I was already sleep deprived rising at 6 AM how would I ever get up at 5 AM? I'd never be able to get to sleep earlier (this is still true), and a hundred other reasons why it wouldn't work. And then I tried it, and it does work. I'm still sleep... read more

10. Why Should I Take Nutritional Supplements?

By Adam J Thompson Posted: 06/04/2005 Do you ever wonder why the experts keep saying that you need to take supplements? Why won't a healthy, balanced diet work? There are 3 main reasons that you need to take quality nutritional supplements each & every day. In this article, I want to go over these 3 reasons we need to supplement our diets. Reason #1: Food Production Methods In... read more

11. The DXA Bone Mineral Density Scan.

By Adrian Rawlinson MD Posted: 04/10/2005 The Bone Density test comes in many forms. You may have seen the small machines at Health Fairs or at your local pharmacy. These devices measure bone density by ultrasound technology. It is inexpensive, portable and there is no radiation exposure. Several studies have shown it to be a good predictor of fracture risk. It is sometimes called Quantitative U... read more

12. Dealing with Tennis Elbow

By Craig LePage, CSCS, NASM-CPT Posted: 06/16/2005 In addition to effecting tennis players, tennis elbow effects a great number of people who are involved in activities outside of the sport of tennis. Tennis elbow also known as lateral Epicondylitis is caused by damaging the tendon of the extensor muscles in the forearm. The tendon of these extensor muscles connects to the lateral epicondyle of the upper arm bone called the hum... read more

13. Muscle Building Tips: Do's and Dont's

By Jasdeep Singh Posted: 06/07/2005 Packing on Muscle mass involves a lot of dedication and care. At times, trying too hard can have its negative effects too. Right guidance and proper techniques make the perfect recipe to MUSCLE BUILDING. Muscle Building is no joke, but at the same time, very much possible. The bottomline is to workout in the right direction and not to harm your body. Here are some Do's and Dont... read more

14. Discover This Fascinating Wellspring of Health and Energy

By David Snape Posted: 10/26/2004 Does this sound familiar to you? After getting through a long day of work, engaging in obligatory social activities and then doing the upkeep on your house or apartment you may feel as if every last second of your time and every last drop of your energy have been spent. By that point, you just want to collapse on the floor, exhausted. Then you wake up and hav... read more

15. Food Supplements and Glyconutritionals?

By Theryssa Posted: 12/13/2004 Why Do We Need Food Supplements and Glyconutritionals? Food is one of our most basic needs. However, in our modern society fresh food is a thing of the past. The so called fresh fruits and vegetables we buy today have little nutritional value because they are grown in nutrient-deficient soil, picked before they ripen naturally, gassed, irradiated, artificially... read more

16. Our Shoulders Do Plenty and That is the Problem

By JR Rogers Posted: 06/07/2005 It's funny, but before I got involved in the arthritis business after my own injuries, I used to think that our knees were the easiest joint to injure. Of course, I now know that our knees carry about four times our body weight so certainly they are at risk. However, think about the role your shoulders play in your life. Greater Motion Capabilitie... read more

17. A Closer Look at Neck Pain Relief

By Dave Lavinsky Posted: 08/01/2005 Neck pain afflicts many people at some point in their life - two-thirds of American adults report having experienced at least one incidence of neck pain in their lives.  You can strain your neck during exercise, at work, or even something as simple as turning over in your sleep. Its an ailment so common that it has even earned its own colloquialism. But wh... read more

18. What can Muscle Milk do for me?

By K. Perry Posted: 06/08/2005 As the name suggests, muscle milk is a supplement that is rich in the proteins necessary for ultimate muscle growth and fitness. Essentially having its beginnings in the composition of human mothers milk after much research muscle milk emerges as a much-improved version. There are many protein sources available besides muscle milk. Extensive research co... read more

19. Curing Insomnia - 7 Steps To Better Sleep

By Donald Saunders Posted: 07/11/2005 Problems sleeping?  Can't get to sleep?  Wake during the night and can't get back to sleep?  Wake before the birds in the morning?  Here are 7 simple steps to curing insomnia and setting you on the road to better sleep. Do you sit up at night not bothering to go to bed because you know you wont sleep?  Or, do you climb into bed and then... read more

20. Psoriasis and Immune System Disorder

By Jerry G. Scott Posted: 08/15/2004 Medical science is on the verge of declaring psoriasis to be strictly the result of an immune system malfunction. This is information that has been known for some time, actually, but the conservative nature of medical science has kept it out of the mainstream until recently. While the news is exciting because the cause is being uncovered, the direction this is all taking is not. Th... read more

21. Creatine Monohydrate

By Stephen Taddei Posted: 05/19/2005 Creatine Monohydrate is an amino acid which occurs naturally in our bodies. Creatine can be found occurring naturally in many meats and is also created by the liver, pancreas, and kidneys from glycine and arginine. In addition to this one can supplement their diet with creatine. Scientific studies have shows that creatine effects high intensity athletic performance, s... read more

22. Longevity - Can Fat Cells Dictate How Long a Human Survives?

By C. Bailey-Lloyd/LadyCamelot Posted: 07/29/2005 According to the September Issue of Popular Mechanics, a report written by Jim Wilson explains how human beings may some day have the capability to survive to be 180 (one hundred eighty) years old! According to the September Issue of read more

23. How to Supercharge your Energy Levels

By Paul Reeve Posted: 09/04/2004 Your energy levels will depend on several factors, including genetics, nutrition, sleep habits, and emotional stress. Some of these you have no control over But there is one VERY important factor that you do have control over and that is your ability to take part in physical exercise. Need a source of vast power and energy? Look no further than your gym. The li... read more

24. Do You Have Creaky Joints?

By Jane Kriese Posted: 12/16/2004 Regardless of your age, you could have Arthritis. In North America over Fifty five million people suffer from this debilitating disease. Arthritis is an inflammation of one or more joints. It is characterized by pain, swelling, stiffness, deformity, or a diminished range of motion. The most common types of Arthritis and their symptoms are; Osteoarthritis; the sympt... read more