Migraine is a French word derived from the Latin word hemicrania, which means “pain in half of the head.” Ayurveda have unique dosha principles to understand migraines. Unlike a tension headache this type of headache does usually affect only one side of the head, bringing severe throbbing pain. Migraines consist of two phases. In phase…
Isometrics – super fast way to increase muscle size & strength without using weights. Isometrics is perhaps the most under utilized and under rated method of exercise. It is perhaps the best method of strength training to be used in rehabilitation and can produce increases in strength and size where traditional, weight bearing, exercise regimes…
There are three types of Omega 3 Essential Fatty Acids. Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA’s) is found primarily in Perilla and Flaxseed Oils. DHA’s docosahexaenoic acid and EPA’s eicosapentaenoic acids are found in oils that are extracted from cold water fish. Omega 6 fatty acids are known as Linoleic acid and Arachodonic acids. They are excessively present…
This is true because men with diabetes have an increased risk of developing erectile dysfunction compared with men without diabetes. Erectile dysfunction in diabetes has many potential causes, including the specific diabetes complications of neuropathy and vascular disease, as well as conditions commonly associated with diabetes, such as hypertension, use of various medications or psychogenic…
One motive for losing weight that is often sited, is a special occasion. I have a wedding to go to, I’m going on vacation in a month, usually something along these lines. Then it’s followed by an urgency to lose 5, 10 or 20 pounds in a short time period. This is not only impossible…
Are you looking for ways to get your girlfriend back because you're still in love with her and miss her terribly or is it because of your buddies as another trophy that you have? If it's the former, here are some tips that will help you to get an ex girlfriend back. 1. Always remember…
Pregnancy brings with it many changes, emotionally, physically, and mentally. From a mental and emotional standpoint, you’re preparing to adopt a new role of parent, with all its accompanying responsibilities. Physically, of course, you’re dealing with changes in the shape, function, and movement of your body. While we have a society-wide belief that pregnant women…
Getting a good quality night's sleep is essential for a person's overall health and well being according to the National Sleep Foundation (NSF). But we do not need an expert organization to tell us this as we all know how much better we feel when we have gotten a good night's sleep. When we have…
General anxiety disorder is a reasonably common variety of anxiety that affects a huge number of people. This disorder gets you worried over small things in every day life which actually is not needed. Many of the people with this type of disorder are not being able to control their depression and find it difficult…
In a nutshell, we love good smells. Many adults respond so positively to certain smells because it helps to trigger an old memory that we may reflect fondly upon. The feelings and images that it conjures up create such a pleasant mood within us and we develop this natural high, because the brain has released…
There are so many options open to individuals who are looking for something a little special and even boring this Halloween. Costumes are better than ever nowdays and many are made to fit in all the right places in order to make the most of your body and looks. If you have an invitation to…
Everyone knows that many wines get better with age. Their flavor becomes more complex, more balanced, and more refined. If only we could all be like a fine wine. Unfortunately, we are not, which means body parts will break down, reactions will slow, and health issues will pop up. There are things we can do…
Oregano tea is known for its effects for a better menstruation, this for its multiple medicinal properties. It is an infusion that can be cold or hot and can be consumed every day without problems. Oregano has anti-inflammatory, soothing, expectorant and digestive properties so it can contribute to the natural treatment of different health problems.…
Alcohol is a highly addictive mind-altering substance, although it is widely accepted around most of the world. Its abuse is the number one drug problem in the US; Over 50% of adult population in the US, are regular drinkers. There are over 25,000 alcohol induced deaths per year, excluding accidents and homicides. Chronic or overuse…
I remember my first day teaching at the community college. I wondered how I would get my students to succeed, while feeling confident in their math skills and having the tools to succeed in their later math classes. There was some hits and misses, and overall I did OK for my first class. There’s something…
