The law of diminishing returns is a concept borrowed from the field of economics, but equally applicable to personal productivity as well. The law of diminishing returns states that the more unbroken time you put into any optimization attempt, the lower your net return will be. Having been a competitive gymnast at the international level…
It is no secret that there are a lot of high-quality guns to choose from in the world of pneumatic power tools. It is also well known that Bosch is a really cool manufacturer that builds tools with a concrete and unwavering standard of superiority. When these two worlds merge, those of Bosch coolness and…
It is no secret that there are a lot of high-quality guns to choose from in the world of pneumatic power tools. It is also well known that Bosch is a really cool manufacturer that builds tools with a concrete and unwavering standard of superiority. When these two worlds merge, those of Bosch coolness and…
Do you have a sweet tooth? Mums frequently do after having a baby and often feel the need to have sugar at lunch or mid afternoon as a pick-me-up. Many Mums feel good immediately they have eaten sugar, but then dazed and a little shaky a short time afterwards. Galanin is involved in the regulation…
Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus) is a large genus of over 2500 perennial flowering species of herbs and small shrubs, belonging to the subfamily Faboideae of the legume family Fabaceae (the pea family). The genus, commonly known as milk-vetch root, is primarily native to the Northern Hemisphere and South America, although many species are also found in…
Alternate medicine and radiotherapy are a combination that is growing in popularity. Radiotherapy treatment is normally used in cancer patients, with the most common type known as external beam therapy. This name evolved because the treatment consists of a beam of radiation that comes from a very sophisticated machine. The beam is focused on the…
With no symptoms of high blood pressure, the only way to find out if you have it, is to take a simple test. A quick check with the doctor or by visiting your local pharmacy or pharmacist will let you know straight away as to whether you need to keep your blood pressure under control,…
Even a woman who routinely aces her medical tests may earn less-than-perfect scores at cutting-edge preventive health centers. At some health centers the goal is to get women to lower risk factors beyond standard recommendations. Here are some answers to your questions on the numbers that translate into maximum protection. What cholesterol levels do you…
With no symptoms of high blood pressure, the only way to find out if you have it, is to take a simple test. A quick check with the doctor or by visiting your local pharmacy or pharmacist will let you know straight away as to whether you need to keep your blood pressure under control,…
Gardening by the signs of the zodiac The first farmers were probably the first practical astrologers. Their crops seemed to respond to the signs in the heavens and this became a convenient method of ensuring good harvests and provided a functional approach to husbandry. Modern agriculture echoes many of these ancient principles. Certain seasons brought…
Carcinomas of the lungs are divided into non small-cell (NSCLC) and small-cell (SCLC) types. A form of NSCLC, squamous lung cancer begins in the squamous cells found in the tissue lining of the airways. The location of the malignancy presents particular obstacles to treatment. Signs and Symptoms Squamous cell is closely associated with cigarette smoking,…
Spring is in the air and along with it are the thousands of men and women, girls and boys who have waited through the long, cold winter to get back on their bikes. They are ready to say good-by to those long months of too much television viewing and too little exercising. No doubt extra…
Osteoporosis is a term that describes bones which are less than "normal". It is a disease that affects both men and women and it causes about 1.5 million bone fractures each year. We are now being warned that 1 out of 2 women over the age of 50 will be affected by osteoporosis sometimes during…
The call I hosted earlier this week was a success! I feel so lucky that I get to work with and help such amazing people! I've noticed something though, it's so interesting to me to see that some people will take action and do the things that will move them forward and others will not.…
We are frequently presented with opportunities across many areas of our life: some good, some bad. In regards to our health, this could not be more evident. Every day we have choices to make, and while most of them may be minor, they can and do make a difference. We must remember small steps are…
