The Healthy Solution

By: Robert MelkonyanOccupational therapists believe that there is a relationship between occupation, health and well-being. Findings from studies over the years indicate that occupation has an important influence on health and well-being. Ranging from physiological to functional outcomes, it is clear that the performance in everyday occupations is an important part of everyday life. Withdrawal or changes in occupation for a person have a significant impact on a person's self-perceived health and well-being.There are many definitions...

By: Brenda WilliamsHigh blood pressure or hypertension damages the coronary artery lining and eventually coronary blockages form. As blood pressure goes up, the blood strikes the side of the arterial wall with greater force. This causes some injury to the lining of the artery and the wall starts to thicken. Then the blood flow is restricted and the heart has to work harder.Blood pressure is measured as systolic over diastolic. Systolic measures the heart at work, or the pumping of blood as the heart contracts. Diastolic measures...

By: Alice DeMontYou have probably experienced a feeling of strain in the eyes after hours of some monotonous activity, prolonged reading or sitting at the computer. Excessive close work can lead to deterioration of vision. Dr. Bates, an American ophthalmologist of the 20th century studied symptoms and causes of defective vision. He discovered that bad vision can be prevented and even reversed. All techniques are safe and beneficial not only for the eyes but for the mind as well.Here are some relaxation techniques to boost the...

By: Stephanie RussellIt has become the norm in today's society to see our flaws instead of our beauty. It seems like anytime anyone looks in the mirror anymore all they see is what they would change. They see love handles, they see flab, they see rolls, moles, and freckles. It seems that finding the good in one's appearance has become an impossibility.It's sad really. We place the other people around us on pedestals, while we try to find a rock to hide behind. Then those of us who have managed to find the beauty within ourselves...

By: Kelly PurdenErectile dysfunction is a big blow to every man who experiences it. If you are under the notion that only men in their 50's and older are the ones susceptible to this problem, you are wrong. You may be in your 20's or 30's, active in school or at work, a fantastic athlete or a regular visitor of the gym, but you may still go through the nightmare of losing your appetite for sex or not having the "ability" to get your penis up and keep it that way during sexual intercourse.The truth is, there are several causes...

By: Gregory ShyneAlmost everywhere you look there are tons of advertisements thrown at you promoting all kinds of supplements that "guarantee" outstanding results in a ridiculously short period of time... and most of the time, they are extremely convincing! Which is why the fitness/bodybuilding industry is a multibillion dollar industry... there are millions on people who are desperate to see "immediate" results and will pay or do almost anything (except actually put in the hard work) to get it. These people are very misinformed...

By: Carla San GasparSinus problems (more known as sinusitis) are experienced by millions of people all around the world. In the United States alone, 40 to 50 million people are being affected each year, making sinusitis one of the most frequently diagnosed chronic conditions.Because of it being a chronic condition, many research and findings have been done to help ease sinusitis.You can turn to home remedies - these are common solutions to sinusitis:• The eucalyptus steam inhalation is one of the most often applied remedies....

By: Alvin HopkinsonMedical scientists continue to research in order to establish the ultimate cure for high blood pressure. Because the disease is potentially life- threatening, it is recommended that you get your blood pressure checked regularly. If hypertension, also referred to as the 'silent killer,' is left untreated, it will increase the risk for heart disease, kidney disease and stroke. An astonishing one 1 of 3 Americans suffer with high blood pressure.Although no specific cure for high blood pressure has been discovered,...

By: Rashon WellsYou have heard all the hype about the best diets to lose weight fast. Here we will compare a couple of the most talked about diets on the market then show you the best of the best.First up we have the South Beach diet, a known cardiologist developed this diet for his patients to address heart issues. A side effect of the diet was extreme weight loss. The diet calls for an all out ban on most carbohydrates in the first stage. Banned foods would include bread, fruit, sugar, milk, potatoes, rice, and alcohol. Basically,...

By: Jennifer JolanHere's how to get smaller boobs NATURALLY and for FREE. If you're overweight and want to firm and reduce the size of your breasts that are too large and flabby, then READ THIS NOW.How to Get Smaller Boobs1. "Dispersion"Before I continue I want to be upfront with you. I don't consider myself "all-knowing" when it comes to boobs. I do a lot of health related research and come across a lot of information. Most of it's boring and useless. But this DISPERSION technique caught my eye and I thought it'd be useful...

By: Gillian ReynoldsGetting rid of vaginal smells in a natural way is something many women want to know more about. When you are experiencing an odor it's disruptive. Not only does it make you self conscious around other people but it can put a very quick halt to your intimate life. If you are suffering with an odor that just isn't pleasant, there are things you can do that will help solve the problem naturally.One approach that many women take for getting rid of vaginal smells is to change the soap they are using. As women...

By: Andrei PetuninOkay, they are not so much eye exercises, but techniques that are, in my personal experience (since I've restored my vision), as well as others, most effective of all. 2 of them are geared towards relaxing our eye muscles, while the third one improves out vision, through stretching it. So, let's get into it.You may have heard of this one, it's been given a name "Sunning" (by Dr. W. H. Bates, a New York (U.S.A.) ophthalmologist), and you may have even done it before, but do you know how to do it in the most...

By: Dr. Eswararamanan VRColon cleansing naturally is not a difficult task to try. Our colon is a part of the digestive system, and its primary function is the storing of solid waste. As food passes through the digestive system, water and nutrients are absorbed. By the time it reaches the colon most of the water has been removed and what is left is mixed with bacteria and mucus rendering it feces. The feces is then broken down even more providing certain nutrients to the colon lining before being pushed along and out of the body....

By: Steff LimProstate cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the prostate. Prostate cancer is the condition in which cells of the prostate reproduce more rapidly than in normal prostate, creating swelling or a tumour. It is not the same thing as Benign Prostate Hyperplasia (BPH) or Prostatitis and having one of these disease won't lead to prostate cancer.Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in men after lung cancer and is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among American...

By: Jay FrancoMeditation has been proven to have significant benefits. Regular meditation can help you reduce stress, sleep better, and be more spiritually aware. Some people find it hard to start a regular meditation practice though because most people are running around busily all day long and don't usually take time to sit down and relax. But if you really want to improve your health and manage your stress you need to make it a priority to start meditating regularly. These tips can help you make meditation a regular part...

By: Vijay KananLadies: That size 3 body is still inside you, and you can get it back again.Guys: Get down to your old 34-inch waist again, and have trim abs like you used to.Getting started...It doesn't take a genius to figure out that if you don't have the body you want, then whatever you are doing isn't working for you. Even if you are looking for the right strategies, you almost have to be a scientist to wade through mountains of information on diets, exercise, supplements, machines, etc., to find out what works based on...

By: Denise Mcken1. In order to flush your kidneys, squeeze some lemon juice into a glass of warm water in the morning and drink. To get the most nutrients from the lemon, try buying organic.2. If you don't already, drink around 2 litres of water per day to help flush out any toxins being released even quicker.3. Increase your fruit and veg intake. Make sure you eat different types of fruit and veg each day as eating 3 apples or 2 oranges, for example, still only counts as one fruit.4. Cut down on the amount of fat and salt in...

By: Sean SaundersSearching for tips to fall asleep faster? Well, you're not alone there. The truth is that millions upon millions of people suffer from sleeping problems, all of whom want nothing more than to just get a good nights rest. Luckily, by following these few insomnia tips, any insomnia sufferer can do just that!Tips To Fall Asleep...1. Avoid Caffeine: Caffeine is a stimulant that keeps your body going, even if you want it to slow down so that you can get some sleep. Be sure to ingest NO caffeine before going to bed.2....

By: Austin OdeonObesity and overweight can be a major problem in kids if not dealt with in time. It imposes both physical and psychological stress on little kids, they do not feel comfortable in the mist of their peers or mates. Obese kids usually dread the company of their mates especially at schools with all the teasing and funny names calling ,probing eyes focusing on them, it can sometimes be so embarrassing to kids, and as a result they may feel inferior and lose their self esteem with social stigmatization, occasionally...

By: Ann RicksIf you are struggling to overcome depression, know that you are not alone in your struggle. In fact, at any moment there are millions of others living with this mood disorder. Thousands of researchers have spent millions of dollars conducting studies that have shown what does and doesn't work to alleviate depression.Some of these studies have supported the traditional therapy regimen consisting of prescription antidepressants and psychological counseling. Other more recent studies have shown that a large number...

By Brad ChaseEvery diabetes patient is different and because of this no change to diet should be made without consulting your doctor. Before making any changes to what you eat, talk to your doctor and take their advice on how you should regulate your diet. Diabetes is a serious disease and you should be very aware of everything you can do to keep it in check. Certain foods will help you to control your blood sugar levels and fruits are one of these food groups. Through careful planning, monitoring, and utilizing you can take...

By Aakash ShahToday in the technological advanced times everybody is working on computers. Even if you are not in IT business you tend to hamper your eye sight to various environmental and other odd reasons. Children working on computers at home or school as well as the working people in different field need to protect their eyes from any possible problem. Sight is the most important of all the senses as per a recent survey which concludes that a huge percentage of what we perceive through all our senses come from our vision.There...

By H. Les BrownYesterday I went for my biennial eye exam. I had all the drops and the blinding equipment scanning my cornea and retina. I read the charts so often that I had the bottom line memorized by the time I was finished: O V T C Z 2. Naturally, my eyes were a little worse than they were two years ago, a quarter diopter on the right side, a half on the left. It's part of growing older; it started when I was a teen (my distance vision got all fuzzy), shifted when I was in midlife (I could see fine at a distance but needed...

By Jared RotheDo you have saggy skin beneath your jaw? Is the skin there fatty as well, thereby giving the impression of multiple chins? And are all these the cause of depression of your aging life? Well, you don't have to worry anymore because in this age of science and technology every problem has a scientific solution. And in this case the name of the solution is double chin plastic surgery. The precise and technical term of this blessing is Tumescent Liposuction. This is a procedure whereby fat is extracted from the skin...

By: Charlie FrankelWhen you are wondering whether you have Obsessive Compulsive disorder one way to find out is to have someone skilled at diagnosing OCD talk to you and get a history of your behavior. The challenge with this is it will put you into the mental health system where you may not want to go.Therapists have been diagnosing OCD for a very long time and they rely mostly on the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual edition 4 which most people affectionately call, the DSM-IV. This manual is geared towards making a diagnosis...