Monthly Archives: February 2012

Treatment to Ease Diabetes Symptoms

Type-1 diabetes, which is also referred to as insulin-dependent diabetes, is a condition where the pancreas no longer produces insulin, which consequently results in chronic high blood sugar levels. Unfortunately no one has found a way to cure diabetes of the type-1 variety; however multiple case studies suggest that chiropractic care, in combination with a ...click here to read more

Raw Foods for Breast Cancer Prevention

Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death amongst American woman and a female’s odds of developing it is a whopping 1 in 8. Although there is likely no single answer to what causes breast cancer, natural cancer prevention steps such as increasing exercise and maintaining a healthy body weight can help to ...click here to read more

Hidden Ways Wheat is Making You Gain Weight

Wheat is the primary source of carbohydrates in many of our diets, and the average American consumes a whopping 55 pounds of wheat flour per year! Many of us our well aware that a diet full of refined wheat products such as croissants and bagels is not exactly conductive to good health. However, recent research ...click here to read more

Seven Reasons to Eat More Dark Chocolate

Are you are currently counting calories, dieting to lose weight or trying to obtain good health? If so, eliminating unhealthy foods such as candy, refined carbohydrates, fried food and junk food can help you to achieve these goals. If you are like most, the thought of giving up so many of your favourite comfort foods ...click here to read more

How to Build Better Bones

Aging is commonly associated with the development of various medical conditions, some of which can influence our quality of life. One of the most frequent ailments reported among older adults involves joint pain. The occurrence of joint pain is often coupled with joint stiffness and sharp pain, making it difficult to walk, stand, and bend. ...click here to read more

Stem Cells to Heal Heart Attack Damage

During a heart attack, what exactly happens inside your body? Patients who have suffered a heart attack, also known as a myocardial infarction, would describe this as a sudden pain in the chest, coupled with a difficulty in breathing. This condition is very serious because the heart does not receive enough blood and as a ...click here to read more

Air Quality Tied to Risk of Stroke

Stepping out of the house in the morning can be quite refreshing when a fresh morning breeze hits your face. Unfortunately, this fresh morning breeze can only be observed in limited places around the planet. Extensive industrialization has resulted in poor quality of air, which has accumulated tiny particles that could affect heart health and ...click here to read more

Video Home Exercise Helps Joint Pain

Do you suffer from joint pain or joint stiffness? Have you been diagnosed with osteoporosis or osteoarthritis? According to Osteoporosis Canada, osteoporosis is a disease characterized by low bone mass and the deterioration of bone tissue, which leads to increased bone fragility and the risk of broken bones, especially bones of the hip, spine and ...click here to read more

Heart Disease a Risk Factor for Prostate Cancer

Coronary heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, while stroke is the leading cause of disability. Approximately one million Americans have a heart attack every year, and 400,000 of them die as a result of it. Interestingly, more heart attacks occur between 4:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. because higher blood ...click here to read more

Boost Your Immunity the Natural Way

Whether you’re looking to fight off the seasonal flu, common cold or just want to be healthier, there are natural ways to boost your immune system. An immune system that is functioning properly has all the tools needed to fight off illnesses such as the seasonal flu and common cold. Additionally, a healthy immune system ...click here to read more

Unhealthy “Healthy” Foods

In today’s society it is so important to consume healthy foods which will help to prevent and fight disease. What you eat has a direct impact on how your body performs and feels. Your body requires a diet that contains carbohydrates, proteins, fats, nutrients and minerals. What may surprise you is that not everything that ...click here to read more

A Headache or Something More Serious

Headaches are a real pain, literally. But how bad or frequent should the pain be before it is cause for alarm. Headaches result in discomfort, and in extreme cases, an inability to perform routine tasks. Every person can experience different types of headaches, ranging from a sharp pain to a tightening of the entire head. ...click here to read more

Maximize Your Workout

You’ve taken the first step to a healthier lifestyle….you’ve started working out. Good for you! Use some of the tips mentioned here to burn more calories, lose more weight and build more muscle while you’re working out! 1. Start your day off right – with a nutritious breakfast low in calories Eat a calorie-rich breakfast ...click here to read more

5 Pains You Shouldn’t Ignore

Pain presents itself in a variety of forms ranging from inflammation and joint pain to pins and needles. Although some types of pain, such as those caused by a paper cut, are benign and will heal on their own, others may be a sign that something is very wrong with your body, and should not ...click here to read more