1. Microbes in Household Products- Micro-organisms such as Lactobacillus and others commonly called lactic acid bacteria (LAB) grow in milk and convert it to curd. LAB produce acids that coagulate and partially digest the milk proteins. It also improves its nutritional quality by increasing vitamin B12. In our stomach too, the LAB play very beneficial…
Most people want to be fit but that raises a question. What does it mean to be fit? The answer is fairly simple. To be fit, one must have physical capability in four areas: aerobic capacity, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility and body composition. 1. Aerobic Capacity. Aerobic capacity, which is also known as cardiorespiratory…
Drink your milk, it’s good for you. At least that is what the dairy industry would have you believe. Milk contains casein which is a glue-like substance that is actually used by some glue industry manufacturers to make powerful adhesives. Guess what it does to your body? And, in the presence of chlorine, the effect…
Hormones control every system of the body. Knowledge of how hormones interact gives practitioners an important tool towards achieving wellness in their patients. Those people involved with bio-identical hormones, namely, compound pharmacists, physicians, and nurse practitioners, are already much aware of the importance of progesterone with regards to a woman’s gynecological well-being. However, there seems…
We all know that using cloth nappies is best for the environment and for our baby's health (not to mention our pockets) but just how easy are they to use? Here are answers to some common questions to help get you started. Are cloth nappies easy to use? The short answer, is YES. The more…
Most people have used an ointment for one reason or another. Due to their basic combination of ingredients – an oil, a wax, and added essential oils – they are surprisingly easy to produce. So what is an ointment? An ointment is a homogeneous, viscous, semi-solid preparation – typically a thick, greasy oil with a…
You may be wondering what the cause of asthma is, especially if you are keen to reduce the severity and frequency of your attacks. Asthma is a respiratory condition that can have an impact on the quality of your life. With an asthma attack, you feel weakened considering and may not be able to function…
Celiac disease is when the body absorbs undigested proteins that could damage the intestinal lining by gluten proteins. "Gluten is the protein in wheat, rye, and barley." A celiac patient needs to have a gluten free diet ; gluten needs to be eliminated to avoid creating holes in the intestinal walls so that food allergies,…
Is your child afraid or anxious? Parenting children who are anxious often makes the parent anxious too. Parents can help their anxious child develop the skills and confidence to overcome fears so that they do not evolve into phobic reactions. The following techniques may be used by parents to assist the child in coping with…
It may not be too obvious, but you could be snoring while you are sleeping. Snoring is one of the most annoying sound any person could hear during the night and it could be a life-long problem if this person is your partner. If you have been a victim long enough to the nightly snoring…
The Brain-Gut Connection Have you ever wondered why people get butterflies in the stomach before a job interview or big performance? Or even why people vomit at the thought of something incompetent or while under some stress? The reason for these common experiences is that your digestive tract and stomach in particular acts as a…
Bird watching is one of the fastest growing hobbies in the country. To obtain sightings, you can either go to the birds or try to bring them to you. Bird Watching – Food to Attract Birds First off, birds want nothing from you with one exception. Food is that exception. Just like any animal, the…
The treatment and the medication applied to a prostate cancer patient are highly dependent on the prostate cancer's stage. At some point, the amount, dosage, and nature of its medication are highly correlated to the level of the cancer cells. A cancer stage refers to the amount to which the cancers are being spread through…
No doubt you've heard of Green Tea and the health benefits you can experience from drinking it. Are you giving your family this powerful antioxidant daily? Here is a refreshing on some of the benefits you can experience with Green Tea. Historically, Green Tea has been one of the world's most popular beverages. The Chinese…
Quick effective upper body circuit workout that is done for you. This workout can be performed at the gym or the comfort of your own home, all you need are a pair of dumbbells and a multi-angle bench. This circuit style workout consists of Tri-sets, which means you move from one exercise to the next,…
