How to Find Spinal Decompression Specialists

By Dr. Randall Pruitt

If you are suffering from chronic back pain, you might need a spinal decompression specialist to treat your existing condition. You have to first assess whether you need this type of medical treatment. Once you're done you can now start your search for a spinal decompression specialist.

To assess whether you need a spinal decompression specialist, it is important to contact your doctor about it. Spinal decompression is a non-invasive procedure that alleviate pain associated with degenerative and herniated discs.

Your doctor or medical health professional will be able to tell you if youre an ideal candidate for spinal decompression. This is the best thing that you can do before jumping right into your search for spinal decompression specialists. This is because there may be less risky alternative methods of non surgical procedures that your doctor or medical health professional recommend before trying spinal decompression.

However, your doctor might tell you that you might be able to benefit from this type of treatment. If so, the best thing to do is get their recommendations for specialists that they know. This is the best way to find a specialist that you will be able to trust. Many people are worried about going to see new medical professionals that they have never met before. However when you allow your family doctor to recommend specialists to you, it will help to ease some of the worry of meeting a new doctor.

The good news is there are ton of great specialists that are available for you to be able to benefit from. One thing that you may want to think about is all of the great resources that are available by the authorities that regulate these medical industries. More often than not the city or town where you live will have resources that specialists will have to register with in order to practice in that area.

Knowing that the specialist is registered and certified makes you more at peace. Schedule an appointment with different specialists for you to find someone that you will be comfortable with. It is best practice to inform your doctor about it. This will allow the two professionals to work together to come up with a plan for your recovery that will be ideal for your specific condition. This is the ideal situation for your treatment process when suffering. - 15995

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Randall Pruitt, DC,DACNB, DAAPM is a board certified chiropractic neurologist and an authority on spinal decompression for back pain. Click here to learn more about Spinal Decompression In Phoenix, Arizona In Phoenix Arizona. You can also Order a copy of his Herniated Disc Guide

Product Review for the Sanyo HEC-DR6700K Massage Chair

By Steve Esquire

We will provide an evaluation of the luxury Sanyo HEC-DR6700 massage chair. The DR 6700 is made by Hitachi Electric Company for Sanyo. This product review will touch on some of the cool electronic features, massage therapy functions and warranty coverage. We present our analysis of the DR-6700 massage chair recliner.

We will start with the warranty coverage. We always advise to go with a recognized massage chair brand. These national brands will have adequate warranty coverage and will be quick and responsive if an issue were to arise. You do not want a no-name brand that then does not stock parts and provides poor service, if at all.

Sanyo provides the warranty coverage for the DR-6700 massage chair. The warranty coverage is as follows: You get three years coverage for the roller mechanism. This is the device that provides the massage for your back, neck and shoulders. Otherwise, the rest of the chair gets 1 year for both parts and labor. One good part of the coverage is the one year of in home technician service.

What kind of massage therapy do you get with the DR6700? The DR-6700 comes with four pre-programmed programs. Sanyo has developed themed massage programs which consist of Fine, Recovery, Stiffness and Relax. These programs are well designed and provide for effective massage therapy depending on the focus selected.

Additionally, the Sanyo chair is armed with manual massage techniques. These can be used to target specific symptoms or areas of the body for relief. One of massage techniques for instance is called Grip. The Grip massage treatment uses a gripping action that can soothe and relieve tired and sore muscles. This type of massage is particularly effective for the shoulder and neck areas.

When in manual mode, you can select many different options to suit your needs at that moment. You can adjust the intensity of the massage to be more or less penetrating. You can adjust the width of the rollers for certain manual massages. This lets you get more around the spine or you can get a wider coverage to get the shoulders.

There are even more options on the area of your back that you would like to target. Choose from neck and shoulders, lower back, lower body and quick course. You can select the massage technique that you wish and then have it focus in these regions. This is very helpful if you have stiffness in a particular area.

One of the interesting electronic features put into the Sanyo Dr-6700 is called the Stiffness Detector. The Stiffness Detector measures your perspiration level and monitors your pulse rate, but it doesn't check if you are lying! The information is then read by the on-board computer and the massage program will target areas of higher tension.

Need a good lower body massage? This Sanyo model comes equipped with an air compression massage system for the lower body. A compression massage uses a squeezing action to relieve tired, aching muscles. The air compression massage targets the legs, calves and feet. They have also integrated a heater to warm the bottoms of your feet.

If you are considering a high end massage chair, then you may want to check out the HEC-DR6700 from Sanyo. It has many advanced electronic features that can automatically identify trouble areas of tension and stiffness. There are many relieving massage programs built into the recliner. You also have many manual options to target exactly where you need the attention the most. The Sanyo DR-6700 is certainly a solid massage chair for your long term needs. - 15995

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3 Easy Tips To Look Or Appear Taller

By Rodney Williams

For some, growing taller through natural means may not be as easily accomplished as it is for others. Depending on your physical condition and/or age, exercises or other procedures used to help gain natural height may not be feasible. Or perhaps you're only looking for a temporary solution to make yourself look taller, without actually gaining any height.

No matter the circumstances, there are three methods in particular that can quickly and easily give the appearance to others that you're taller than you actually are.

1) If anyone was thinking of a simple way to gain height, shoes would probably be their first thought, and it's a good one. Yet while footwear that obviously increases height is of little use, there is footwear that will do the same, without being obvious that it's doing so. Insoles can also help perform this feat.

Shoes can readily be found on the market which will discreetly increase your height a good couple of inches. Insoles can also help to raise your height a good inch or two, but must be compatible with the footwear you plan to use them with.

2) Perhaps not as obvious as footwear, clothes too can be used to make you appear taller. With clothes, it's simply the illusion of being taller rather than with footwear, which does actually make you taller while you're wearing them.

Wearing tighter fitter clothing should be your first priority, as loose or baggy clothes give you a more squat appearance. Vertical lines on shirts are another great way to give off the illusion of being taller. Women should wear compact dresses or skirts, and no-waste pants. Men should also stick to wearing their pants as low as possible (within reason), and wearing cuff-less pants is also advised.

3) Lastly is your hair, which of course is somewhat up to the whim of the Gods, at least as far as whether or not you have any. This shouldn't of course be an issue for women, but balding men may want to consider getting a hair piece, or trying out hair renewal products.

No, we're not advocating you sporting a high rise Mohawk, but even shortly cut hair, slightly spiked at the front does an excellent job of making you look taller. Women should avoid having long hair which hides the neck, instead styling it upward if they do wish to maintain their hair's length.

Adding a few of these tricks into your arsenal should help you become, look, and feel taller, and without any exercise or hard work of any kind necessary. - 15995

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Is Oolong the Secret Behind Youthful Skin?

By Caitlin Ryan

Women in Asia seem to have more beautiful, flawless skin well beyond their youthful years. It seems as though time stood still and allowed them to maintain this gorgeous look for many years. What do you suppose their secret is? Could it be oolong tea?

There are a plethora of reasons behind their youthful appearance. They tend to live more cleanly than we do in the Western world consuming cleaner diets and being exposed to less environmental toxins.

We should all strive for a better diet full of fruits, veggies, whole grains and lean proteins; however, we cannot do much to escape environmental toxins from industrial facilities, car exhaust and chemicals. This is where oolong tea can help fight the damage, prevent premature aging and improve the youthful appearance of your skin!

Tea differs in its preparation, but it all comes from the same plant called camellia Sinensis. Some tea goes through a fermentation process and others do not which is what alters the flavor and color of tea.

Fermenting is the oxidation process that turns the leaves a darker shade. Whether tealeaves are fermented or not and for what length of time lends to the different flavors, aromas and coloring of the tea. Black tea is fermented the most whereas green tea is not fermented at all. Oolong tea is in between and has an interesting background.

Wu Liang was picking tea leaves when a deer interrupted him. He left to hunt the deer and the picked tea leaves were abandoned in the sun. They began to ferment.

The harvested leaves sat in the sun for a few days before Wu Liang returned to find them partially oxidized (fermented). He could not waste the tealeaves, so he prepared them anyway and found them to have a wonderful flavor. The tea was called oolong and is now very popular.

The most beneficial teas to fight premature aging and restore a more youthful appearance are oolong, green and white teas. Oolong tea has the nicest flavor; so many people enjoy it over other tea varietals. Tea contains phytochemicals (antioxidants) that are highly beneficial to your overall health because they can fight aging and repair damage.

This is because of the role antioxidants play in fighting free radicals. At the root of premature aging, free radicals affect our health and appearance at the cellular level. Chemicals, pollutants, UV rays and a host of other environmental factors produce free radicals in our bodies.

They destroy cellular membranes and alter genetic material. As we age, it becomes more and more difficult to fight free radicals and repair the damage. As well, we stop regenerating cells as much as we did when we were younger.

Not only does this process affect our overall health, but it also damages our skin. We wind up with wrinkles and sagging skin. Our skin becomes more fragile.

The antioxidants in oolong tea can fight free radicals by stopping the oxidation process that takes place when free radicals steal the electron from healthy molecules in our bodies. Antioxidants are also imperative for repairing the damage already incurred and regenerating cells. Drinking oolong tea on a daily basis can improve you skin health. Healthy skin is beautiful skin!

Available in many varietals, oolong tea has a wonderful taste and is moderately priced. - 15995

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How to Curl Straight Hair

By Rita S. Snow

Do you have straight hair? Are you jealous of all those gorgeous curls on your friends and on celebrities? Curls are in right now. If you have straight hair, you are in luck because it's not that hard to get curls as well. It will take a little bit more work, but it is possible.

Start by cleaning your hair. Shampoo and condition as you normally would. You will be using a curling iron, so use a little extra moisture if you can. If you have oily hair and are afraid of moisture, only put the conditioner on the ends to keep them from getting fried.

Let your hair air dry or use a blow dryer. You can use a defrizzing serum before drying to keep away the frizz. You will need to start with it straight, so blow dry it straight. A great way to start is by washing it the night before and letting it dry overnight so that it is completely dry.

Next, gather all your supplies. You will need a comb, a medium sized barrel curling iron, hair gel, and hair spray. Use a smaller barrel curling iron if you have very straight hair that may have trouble curling. The hair gel and spray will hold your curls in place.

To start, gather together a small one inch section of hair. Comb it straight and put a dab of hair gel in between your fingers. Gently rub it together and then run it over your hair from root to tip completely covering the hair.

Don't use too much gel, just a enough to hold the curls in place. If it is a little stiff at first, that is okay, it just shouldn't be soaked with gel. Use a strong gel, not a curling gel. Curling gel is meant to hold naturally curly hair in place and is not a good hold.

Next, take your curling iron, make sure it's hot, clip it around the top of your section of hair, and pull it down until it's just covering the end. Then, twist the barrel until you have the entire section of hair wrapped around the iron. Hold it for 3 to 5 seconds. Don't hold it too long because you will burn your hair. Quickly unravel your hair and release the curl. Right away, spray it with a spritz of hair spray. Don't touch it just yet. If it looks too curly for your liking, that's a good thing. Just leave it for now.

Finish your entire head of hair in this manner. Once it is all done, turn your head upside down and spray all over with hair spray. After a couple seconds to let it dry, shake your hair to loosen the curls slightly. Flip your hair back and arrange it in place. Any curls that are too tight, gently tug them. Remember that they might fall out a little throughout the day, so you might not want to do this yet. - 15995

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Do you have unruly short curly hair and need more information about caring for unruly curly hair? Even straight hair can be curled and needs to be cared for.

Healthy Outlooks For Health Care Saving

By Alexandra Vrugt

Taking care of your family's health is one of the hardest and most expensive parts of managing a household. With the cost of doctor's visits skyrocketing and fewer employers offering health care benefits, how can a family have their health care needs met? It can happen! Many of your family's health care expenses can be decreased using the same cost saving techniques that you use for daily household budgeting. Here are a few money saving strategies for getting a more positive outlook for your family's health care expenses:

Taking advantage of referral bonuses! Many practitioners offer referral bonuses or reduced pricing on health care services when their clients bring in new business. It makes sense for everyone involved. You get a discount, the doctor gets the business, and the person that you are referring gets to have peace of mind knowing that their health care professional has been proven to be good.

Generic drugs work! Studies show that you don't always need those high priced designer drugs. In fact, filling your prescriptions with the generic version of the drug may not only reduce your co-pay, it may eliminate it all together. Many insurance companies will not charge patients additional fees for using generic drugs when they are available. Even if the copay is only reduced for using the generic drug as opposed to the high end version, just think of all of the things that you can do with the money that you saved! Plus, isn't it better to pay $1 or $2 for a 30-day supply than $200 for a designer original? Truth is, the drugs are manufactured to do the exact same thing and they go through rigorous testing before they end up on the shelves of your local pharmacy. So, there is nothing to fear. Get the off-brand and save your cash for more exciting things.

Watching for eyeglasses deals! You will see them throughout the year, but especially around back to school time. These eyeglasses deals usually can range from as high as discounts of 50-75% to actually free specs for certain family members. Additionally, there are always loads of coupons in the Sunday newspaper that can be used for reduced pricing or buy-one-get-one deals on glasses. If your family is low to moderate income, check your child's school or the local hospital which usually knows or offers children free eyeglasses to ensure that they are able to perform properly in school.

Make sure to get your gift cards! Drug stores are now offering one of the best incentives ever for transferring your prescription...FREE MONEY! Usually given as a gift card or in actual dollars, you could get enough to do something special for yourself or your family just by switching from one pharmacy to another. You are not limited to just one switch, do it whenever you get a new prescription for the maximum payout.

Use those coupons! Sunday newspapers and circulars are full of coupons for discounts on medicines and health care services. You can always find ways of saving, cost cutting, or getting freebies if you just stay on the look out.

These are a just a few simple ways of saving money while doing your best to provide your family with great health care services. Take advantage of what's out there. Do it as if your family is counting on it. - 15995

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Alexandra Vrugt, who is a well-known connoisseur on saving money in all aspects of daily life, has writwritten many articles on spending less money and still enjoying life to the full during a crisis. For a limited period you can claim your free copy of her Ebook on getting organized - which is the beginning of saving money - by visiting her Make Ends Meet Online website.

Having Fun with Free Online Dress Up Games

By Vlad Stivenson

If you have a small girl, then chances are you know who the Bratz is and maybe even their individual names. If your girl likes them and has talked to you about them, then you can tell Cloe from Yasmin, know whos nicknamed Bunny Boo, and of course, know they are the girls with a passion for fashion. The Bratz have been so successful that all sorts of products with their image and name have been produced, including free online games. Its no wonder that Mattel, the company that produces Barbie, has tried to legally stop the Bratz mania.

We know you love your child, and you would like to buy her whatever her heart desires, but as you know, there are things that take priority, like school materials and doctor bills. Have you considered getting them to play Bratz dress up games? I suggest you give it a try. There are hundreds of sites with dress up games featuring the Bratz characters, where your daughter can pretend to be one of the Bratz girls or her fashion designer. In addition, your child will practice eye-hand coordination as she visualizes, compares, clicks, and moves things around.

Not only online dress up games are friendly to your wallet, they also avoid cleaning and sorting after play. No tripping and falling due to dolls forgotten on the floor, or tears from your girl because some minuscule shoe got lost or broke. All you need is a computer and internet access, and if youre reading this article, you have them already.

Just what kind of games do these sites have? Well, theres actually quite some variety on the activities that these games propose.

Aside from the dress up games, which are basically a virtual version of the paper dolls you used to play with, there is a theme party game. Your child has to help one of the Bratz girls sort out the most appropriate outfit for a given party theme. There is a time limit, so the child has to make quick decisions.

There are also makeover games. Some versions will also feature arranging the Bratz dolls hair and surroundings. You will even find some that let your daughter give the Bratz characters a facial. Just like the Bratz themselves, its all about passion for fashion.

Then, there are other games that have a more arcade feeling to them. For example, youll have to send Sasha through a mall that looks like a labyrinth and get that one special pair of shoes under a certain amount of time. Or you might have to help Jade organize a fashion show with a limited budget. Some of these games let you carry a scenario from one game to the next, so, for example your character will have a slightly bigger budget each game.

Of course, you can always play one of these games yourself. Just to supervise what your little girl is doing, of course. Just dont forget that you have to work the next day. - 15995

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Vlad Stivenson, author of girls games

Top Swimsuit Guide!

By Dennis Durrel

Swimming is a summertime activity that children and adults look forward to alike. To get into the pool you need to have a swimsuit.

A Swimsuit is the part of clothes that is specifically fabricated with fabrics that are made to stand up to chlorinated water.

Typically, a ladies swimsuit is formfitting and designed to cover the body in some of the more private areas.

There are many diverse modes of swimsuits which females are able to choose from. possibly the most common is the one- slice swimsuit.

This is a costume that is all in one piece so that it covers the women midsection as well . A further style of women swimsuit is the bikini. This is the two-part costume which has a bottom as well as an upper that are not sticked in any way.

The new advancement in the swimsuit is the tankini. The tankini is a two-piece costume, but the upper is a tank top so that it covers up more of the ladies midsection.

A men's swimsuit is also obtainable in a pair of models. The speedo or thong swimsuit is more form decent outfit that coats only the guy's lower place .

Another style is the trunk style. This swimsuit basically looks like a pair of shorts. This silhouette is far less formfitting, but it is just as comfortable. - 15995

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Diamond Jewely for Men Can Be a Good Choice

By Ernst Ralborg

The ladies have it easy when it comes to choosing diamond pendants and necklaces. There are very few designs that are out the window when it comes to jewelry for women, and there are tons of designers out there that are lined up, waiting to cater to women.

But what about the men who want to get in on the diamond action? What designs options do they have? There are some men's jewelry stereotypical pendants, like crosses and nuggets, but when a man wants to step out of that territory, what kind of options do they have? Where can they find operational men's jewelry?

Custom Jewelry Designs for Men

The answer that men may be looking for to solve their jewelry dilemma may be custom jewelry design. By going to a custom jewelry designer, men can get exactly what they want, exactly how they want it. Designs are limited only by the man's imagination, from a simple bezel cut setting that holds his mother's diamond to something else entirely - they can be as unique and as wild (or not) as the man wants them to be.

Another great thing a specialist jewelry designer can do is to take a pre-existing symbol that has some meaning for the man, like a symbol of the company for which he works or some organization to which he belongs and then incorporate that into a jewelry design. From geometric shapes and freeform shapes to pre-drawn designs, custom made jewelry has very few limits. Maybe he would like something to match his betrothal's vintage engagement rings. If you are a little short on ideas, get some input from the jewelry designer, who should be able to give you some great inspiration for putting the piece together.

Picking the Right Stone

Diamonds may be a girl's best friend, but there is no reason men can't enjoy keeping the company of a nice looking diamond. If the traditional white diamond feels a little too girly for a guy, go for a colored diamond. Although these colored diamonds are called browns and blacks, you can find them in any color under the sun. A non white diamond may be just the ticket for adding a little bit of masculinity to your jewelry design.

More and more men are wearing jewelry these days, and there is no reason why you can't be one of them. There is lots of jewelry that is created with men in mind, and if you can't find exactly what you want, you can always use one of your own custom designs. Why should the girls have all the fun? - 15995

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Ernst Ralborg regularly pens long articles on information relating to diamond promise ring and vintage engagement ring. You can see his abstracts on vintage engagement rings and vintage engagement ring here.

Stifling the Affects of Age on Your Skin

By Wendy Jackson

Reducing the visible signs of aging is the goal of many beauty companies and this is why the use of anti-aging skin care products continues to rise each year. It makes up about a quarter of the total protein content of structural protein found in skin. Most anti-aging products (collagen included) fall into the category of anti-oxidants which are the body's method of slowing down the aging process.

Probably the best known of these anti-oxidants is vitamin C although no-one really knows just how much we should have each day. Vitamin C formulated skin care treatments suffer with a particular problem of oxidizing on contact with the air which causes a problem for users and manufacturers.

To get around this some skin care treatments are based on derivatives of vitamin C, which are more stable and less expensive. These new anti-oxidant products are not quite as good as vitamin C although other naturally occurring compounds, vitamin E and lipoic acid can achieve the same effect.

The body uses vitamin E as an anti-oxidant and is also used to increase the natural defense we have against disease, including many types of cancer, it is a fat soluble vitamin in people's blood. Another, lipoic acid is in every cell of our body and is used to generate energy for us to live but also helps reduce and reverse the skin's aging process.

Another group of products used to reduce the visible signs of aging are phytochemicals which are compounds extracted from various plants and used in many anti-aging skin care products. Phytochemicals prevent occurrence of certain types of cancer.

Some B-vitamins like B5, B6 and B12 are also in use for anti-aging skin care products. The field of anti-aging skin care products is vast and needs a great deal more research.

Although current regimes are effective, there are still many challenges to finding better and more efficient ways to combat the effects of time. Hopefully, these challenges will get resolved in due course and better and cheaper anti-ageing skin care products will be produced.

However, man-made skin care regimes should be used only as a supplement. So, drinking plenty of water, getting a good night's sleep, exercising regularly, maintaining healthy eating habits and keeping stress at bay are essential means of delaying the ageing process. - 15995

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Hoodia For A Weight Loss Program

By Jason Carlson

Many of you have probably heard about the product called Hoodia gordonii. This product has been used extensively in South Africa by bushmen to help ward off hunger during hunting trips. Hoodia has bee used for many years by south african bushmen to stave off the effects of hunger. Recently a 60 minutes special gave mass exposure to hoodia as a diet supplement and found it to be very effective without any side effects.

As obesity continues to grow all around the globe, people are all looking for ways to fight the epidemic. For many people were Hoodia is the solution for them. It is all natural and has no side effects.

Drug companies have tried to re-create the Hoodia compound synthetically but they have not found one yet. Until a synthetic version is available, the only real Hoodia available is the South African.

Even though, the upside is that natural Hoodia is available. It is rather expensive because it is a rare and limited supplied item, but it works and it doesn't take a whole lot to be effective.

While more tests are being done, reports of people using Hoodia for weight loss has been very positive. Again, there are no reported side effects and what Hoodia really does is work to curb a person's appetite.

Many companies are fighting to capture their piece of the market share of the Hoodia product. In addition, Hoodia is being used as an active ingredient in many weight loss supplements. Even though, it is the recommended to use pure Hoodia to get the maximum effect.

When you take hoodia it is still important to eat a sensible diet and exercise regularly. Exercising at least 30 minutes per day is very important. If you are serious about weight loss, try to exercise daily and add hoodia diet pills to your diet regimen.

Before you start any diet regimen, make sure you speak to your doctor. Only your doctor and you can determine if any diet or product makes sense for you and your specific health situation. - 15995

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6 Ways Nutrition Plays An Important Role In Growing Taller

By Rodney Williams

Nutrition plays a very prominent role in our health, and has become a very well known issue of late, as many developed countries struggle with populations becoming obese from poor diets. While the importance of nutrition is undeniable, the constant battle of taste vs. health is one were losing. If gaining height is on your list of to-do's though, youll have one more reason to revert to a healthy diet, and six of the major reasons why are detailed below.

1) Vitamins - From the time we're young and given our first Flintstones chewable vitamin, we have some notion of the importance of vitamins, and while one should always strive to get their vitamin intake through food, this can be extremely difficult without eating large quantities of food, so those vitamin capsules could prove to be very useful again in later life. Nearly every vitamin can help promote growth, in addition to many other useful benefits.

2) Water - Yes, we all know how important water is for flushing out toxins and keeping us hydrated, but seriously, how many of us can manage or even have the time to chug eight glasses of water a day? It is a daunting task, but the benefits are undeniable if you can pull it off.

3) Minerals - Minerals function in much the same way as vitamins, but finding a good source for most minerals can be difficult, meaning supplements may be necessary. Consult with your doctor first before embarking on any drastic changes in your mineral intake.

4) Protein - Protein is vital for strengthening tissue, making it more easily pliable during stretching routines that target height gain, and limiting any possible side effects of height gain.

5) Fats - With poor dieting often comes an excess of fat consumption, and this can have negative effects on height gain. Too much fat in the tissues can limit the release and effectiveness of growth hormones, and increased weight will also have the effect of making you look shorter than you are.

6) Carbohydrates - We look at carbs the same way as fat. Keeping your carbs, and thus your Glycemic Index under control will let your growth hormone function to its fullest. A favourite food of many, which has one of the lowest GI ratings, is pasta.

Maintaining a healthy and balanced 'grow taller' diet is never easy, and many of us struggle with doing so for various reasons. Knowing as you now do that proper nutrition will help you gain and maintain height will hopefully be the extra incentive you need to work harder at giving your body the fuel it needs to reach its full potential. - 15995

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Low Fat Diet Holds Great Promise For Reducing Heart Disease

By Haiyan Lai-Heskin

300 million people worldwide are obese. Studies have shown that obesity and heart disease are inevitably linked. And more than half of all deaths occurring each year in the United States are heart attacks and strokes.

Losing weight can do wonders for your general health and well-being. It may even save you or your loved ones from heart attacks, strokes, and other illnesses in which the role of the "killer" fat is unmistakable.

The worst thing about heart disease is that people can go decades without any sign or symptoms and suddenly have a massive heart attack and drop dead.

If you are currently overweight than finding ways to control this will greatly reduce your risk of a severe heart attack. You may diet to lose weight, by eliminating certain foods from your diet, by including others in the right amounts, and by the use of nutritional supplements, you can achieve at least a 50 per cent protection against heart attack.

The outstanding fats are being eaten daily in the United States and Europe are butter, eggs, whole milk, cream, meat, fish and poultry fats, and cheese in various combinations.

As protein or carbohydrate contain four calories each per gram, that is less half of the amount of calories than these fats which at 9 calories per gram.

Researchs show that the reduction of fat content in the national diet have many effect on the number of deaths from heart attack. The low fat diet proved to be effective in reducing weight and promoting general good health.

Pathologists, doctors, and medical researchers, have since produced overwhelming evidence to show that when blood cholesterol and fats are high, the arteries were correspondingly high in the degree of damage or destruction by atherosclerosis. And when the blood levels of fat were low, the damage to heart and brain was also low.

To follow a correct nutritional program, and to follow it consistently, one might almost say religiously is the only one safe and effective way to achieve the correct poundage and to keep it at that figure.

Don't let too much weight rob you of a strong heart and the vibrant energy that you need to enjoy a full, healthy life. Learn to count your calories and you can count on more years of healthy, happy living. Let us "eat to live, not live to eat", and get the great benefits of low fat diet. - 15995

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Free Weight Loss programs

By Aiza Mccaya

The race to fitness is on and a lot of people are getting into the band wagon. Some people do it to achieve a sexy body, some people just do it because they are embarrassed with the body they have now, while others do it simply to remain fit and heatlthy. As such, many fitness programs are out in the internet, in gyms, spas and fitness centers all over. Some are too expensive to afford that one may even lose weight just by trying to work out the money needed to pursue these fitness programs.

One may not have to go to the gym or the spa or any fitness center and spend much just to slim down to obtain that longed for sexy body. There are many books available in the bookstore which offer weight loss programs which are convenient and for free, of course the books are not though. These weight loss programs, or diet plans are gaining immense popularity with so much publicity, testimonials and reviews that one may be confused which exactly to follow. So before choosing which weight loss plan to follow, try reading these summaries about the most popular diet programs out today.

New Diet Revolution created by Dr. Atkins. The program is based on a diet that trims down carbohydrates and promotes high protein. It encourages dieters to take in as much meat and vegetables they want, but avoid pasta and bread. Fat is not prohibited, so the dieter can use as much salad dressing they need and liberally spread on their butter. Fruits and grains are allowed, but in limited amount. The dieter may be found lacking on the needed fibers and calcium after the diet while having more fat than necessary.

Carbohydrate Addict's Diet by Drs. Heller. This weight loss/diet program also encourages dieters to avoid foods rich in carbohydrates while eating a lot of meat, vegetables, fruits, and dairy products. Disadvantages of this program though includes limiting people with their carb and fiber intake with "reward" meals containing too much saturated fats.

Choose to Lose made by Dr. Goor. Fat is the culprit and it has to be restrained. In this diet plan, a person is provided with a fat budget that he has to consume as he chooses. No pressure is given to him regarding his carbohydrate intake. It is alright to eat meat, poultry, seafood and low-fat dairy. There is no prohibition too with regards to eating bread and pasta, fruits and vegetables and cereals. We can consider this weight loss program healthy because there's an ample amount of saturated fats and fruits and vegetables as well. Triglyceride levels should be watched though. If it gets high, cut the carbohydrates and take in more unsaturated fats.

The DASH Diet. This weight loss plan is primarily designed for dieters with low blood pressure, advocating moderate amounts of fat and protein in the diet as well as high carbohydrate intake. All though it encourages people to eat healthy foods like fruits, vegetables, low-fat dairy, and whole wheat grains, some think it promotes too much eating.

Eat More, Weigh Less by Dr. Ornish. This is a vegetarian and low-fat weight loss plan. It encourages dieters to eat foods that fall under the "glow" category, however it warns people to watch out for non-fat fairy or other similar foods. The downside is that it is poor in calcium and restricts the consumption of other health foods like poultry and seafood.

Eat Right for Your Type. The diet plan is interesting as it is based on a person's blood type. People with type O blood can eat plenty of meat for. Some blood types have nutritionally imbalanced diet plans and are too low in calories. This is a little controversial because of lack of substantial proof on the effects of blood type to a person's dietary needs.

The Pritkin Principle. The goal of the diet plan is to trim down calorie density by eating watery foods, which is said to make one feel full. Fruits, vegetables, pasta, oatmeal, salads, soups and low-fat dairy can be eaten. Protein sources are limited to lean meat, poultry and seafood. It can be considered healthy because it has low saturated fats amount and rich in fruits and vegetables but it is too low on calcium and the sources of lean meat are limited.

Volumetrics. This is designed as a low calorie diet. It recommends the same kind of foods as Pritkin but it strictly limits fatty or dry foods such as crackers, pretzels, and even popcorn. According to the reviews, this diet plan is reasonably healthy for dieters.

The Zone. This weight loss program is moderately low on carbohydrates yet high on protein. It promotes low-fat protein food such as chicken, fish, veggies, fruits, and grains. Though it is essentially healthy, this plan lacks in calcium.

Weight Watchers. This weight loss plan promotes high intake of carbohydrates while being moderate on protein and fat-rich foods. This is a very healthy and very flexible diet for most people since it allows the dieter to plan his or her own meals. - 15995

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Facts On Heart Rate

By Viliam Kanis

What is heart rate? Heart rate (HR) is an indicator of heart's work and is calculated as number of heart contractions (beats) in one minute (beats per minute - bpm). Individual heart rate is very much influenced by physical fitness of the person, genetics, age and environment.

What is the heart rate reserve? Heart rate reserve is the difference between the maximum heart rate and so called resting heart rate. If your maximum heart rate is 200 beats per minute (bpm) and your resting heart rate is 60 bpm, then your heart rate reserve is 140 beats per minute (200 - 60). Trained people usually have larger heart rate reserve than those who do no sports.

What is recovery heart rate? Recovery heart rate is the decreased heart rate measured after period of time after the training. For example if your heart rate immediately after the training was 185 beats per minute (bpm) and after 2 minutes your heart rate decreased to 110 bpm, then the 110 bpm represents your recovery heart rate. Together with maximum heart rate, recovery heart rate also helps to determine the intensity of your training.

How does the heart rate decrease after training? The time that the heart needs to decrease its rate to resting rate is individual. Typically, trained people do have higher maximum heart rates, their heart can work longer with higher heart rates, their resting heart rate is lower then the heart rate of an untrained individual and they need less time to reach resting heart rate. With semitrained person, the heart rate drops at least 20 beats per minute (e.g. 180 bpm during the training, 140 bpm or less after 2 minutes).

What is resting heart rate? Resting heart rate represents number of heart beats in one minute while you are at rest. The resting heart rate is best measured if you did not perform any activity for at least 10 minutes (standing up from the chair is considered an activity!), ideally after waking up the natural way, without an alarm (an alarm signal causes stress in organism and results in an increased heart rate) still resting on the bed.

What is maximum heart rate? Maximum heart rate represents the highest number of heart contractions a person can bear. As maximum heart rate can be truly measured only during a moderated stress test under physician's supervision, you can estimate your maximum heart rate using the following formula: Maximum heart rate = 220 - age (in years); That means that if your actual age is 34 years, your maximum heart rate would be 186 bpm (220 - 34). The maximum heart rate of a trained person is higher than the maximum heart rate of the less fit person~Trained people usually have higher maximum heart rate than those who are less fit.

What is normal heart rate? There is nothing like average normal heart rate. A typical resting heart rate of a medium conditioned man is approximately 70 bpm. Genetics and mostly the physical fitness play a significant role. The resting heart rate of a well conditioned sportsman can be as low as 40 bpm as a trained heart Works more effectively.

What is a safe heart rate during the training? If your heart is healthy (means you never suffered from a heart disease or a heart attack) the safe range would be 70-80% of your maximum heart rate. This doesnt apply to people who are in cardiac rehabilitation, their exercise heart rate is limited at maximum 50-60% of their maximum heart rate.

What is the difference between Heart Rate and Heart Rate Variability? While heart rate refers to the number of times a heart contracts in one minute, heart rate variability refers to the beat-to-beat alterations in heart rate. - 15995

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Is Hoodia Gordonii a Good Appetite Suppressant?

By Caitlin Ryan

Do you know how to lose weight and have a slender, beach ready body? Are you able to avoid temptation long enough to stick with a healthy eating plan? What if you knew about a completely natural supplement that would help you control your appetite without the side effects?

Hoodia gordonii has become a very popular weight loss aid. It is helping hundreds of people like you find the willpower they need to succeed at weight loss. There are other appetite suppressants on the market. Some are stronger, some are less expensive, but how do they measure up against hoodia gordonii liquid supplements?

You need to contemplate a few different aspects before you make a choice. If you understand the basics behind different types and a few things about hoodia, you will be able to make a wise decision regarding your weight loss needs.

Strong appetite suppressants often contain stimulants such as caffeine or ginseng. If you are at all sensitive to caffeine, you may not feel very well if you take these types of weight loss aids. Many people feel jittery effects. If you have any heart problems, stimulant appetite suppressants may not be the best choice.

Though diabetics should not take hoodia gordonii, there have not been any other side effects. Hoodia works as an appetite suppressant because it contains p57. This component allows hoodia to behave like glucose in the body. It blocks the hunger signal because the brain believes that there is plenty of energy (glucose) in the body. This could have a negative effect for diabetics but not for you.

This is partially why hoodia makes such a great choice in boosting your weight loss efforts. It does so in a more natural way then strong stimulant suppressants.

Cost is yet another consideration. Because of the popularity, there are plenty of choices when it comes to the cost of hoodia gordonii. Expensive hoodia products are a bit much, but worse is to spend too little on cheap hoodia.

Hoodia is a cactus that grows in South Africa. Due to its popularity, restrictions had to be placed on the sale of hoodia and it is now only legally sold to companies who have obtained a CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora) certification. This guarantees that the hoodia you are using is pure hoodia and that it was not purchased on the black market.

If the company is not CITES certified, there is a possibility that the hoodia they are using is fake. You will be wasting money on a weight loss aid that does not work. Another reason hoodia gordonii supplements might be cheap is if the manufacturer used too little of this hard to obtain cactus in their product. Again, it will not be effective and your dreams of having a beautiful body will be more difficult to achieve.

Many types of weight loss aids are sold in diet pill form, including hoodia. However, hoodia is also available in liquid form making it more efficient because it hits your system that much faster. You can expect appetite control much faster this way and see the end results (the gorgeous, slender body) that much faster. - 15995

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Myths About Cellulite Skin Condition

By Patricia Hammond

Cellulite skin conditions are actually more common than people think they are. This is probably why more and more myths about cellulite skin condition are popping up. Among the abundant myths, the following are the most common:

Only Fat Women Get Cellulite

A cellulite skin condition is not a condition reserved for fat people and definitely not just among fat women. It is true that 95% of women generally suffer from cellulite. There are however also thousands of men who also have the same condition.

It is also not necessary that people with cellulite conditions are obese. Even thin people can have cellulite. This is because there is some evidence that cellulite may be caused by genetic predispositions or increased estrogen hormone levels.

All I Need is Exercise

This is the most common misconception of people about cellulite. Exercise alone cannot eliminate cellulite that is already present. Some say this is because cellulite is a form of fat that is trapped and cannot be properly burned by exercise. Exercise however can effectively reduce your total body fat even before cellulite appears. Trim and fit people may have cellulite but the cellulite skin condition may be less visible in them and may be seen only by pinching cellulite areas.

The right training exercise program, as well as an active lifestyle can improve the blood flow necessary for toxic waste elimination. Having an active lifestyle therefore almost always beats a sedentary one.

All I Need is a Good Diet

This is another common cellulite skin condition myth that has received several arguments. It is true that eating the right kinds of foods cannot erase cellulite. If you eat less fats and more grains, fruits and vegetables however, you will be able to reduce your body fat and clean up your system. Eating the proper diet can help you get more antioxidants that can fight free radicals that can make your cellulite skin condition worse.

Liposuction is the Only Solution For Me

Another wrong belief is that liposuction is the best cellulite solution. This is no longer the case. Cellulite can actually get worse because of liposuction. Liposuction is also not for everyone. It is a surgical procedure that works best only among young patients. Liposuction is generally a shaping method and can only be used by people who are already more or less close to fit and would just like a little muscular or body definition.

There is No Solution for Cellulite

You don't have to suffer with your cellulite condition all your life. Eating right and exercising can help prevent your condition from worsening. The right lifestyle however needs to be supplemented by other treatments. Some topical cellulite creams for example have been proven to be effective. It is true though that there are really topical rip off products that cannot really bring about any results. Some natural products however have shown great promise as cellulite treatments. Product with caffeine, green tea extract, algae extract and retinol A may be good products to use as cellulite treatment. - 15995

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The Dangers Of Using Weight Loss Pills

By Kurt Naulaerts

Being overweight is no laughing matter because it affects your health plus your self esteem and the longer you stay overweight the more damage is done to your body. Enormous strain is placed on the heart and circulatory system in addition to the other problems cause by the amount of fat and sugar in diets today which usually result in type 2 diabetes.

While weight loss pills at first seem the ideal way to lose weight easily, there are some hidden dangers that need discussing. One of the constituents of some diet pills is amphetamines which can pose a danger if there are already health issues to consider.

Some of the more serious side effects can be fatal as the diet pills increase the blood pressure and may cause heart beat irregularity and it is not uncommon for the person to become moody and irritable as well. These pills are also designed to have a diuretic effect making the user go to the lavatory more frequently and combined with a laxative means that a person taking these could become extremely dehydrated and even end up with a dangerously reduced electrolyte level.

The human electrolyte level is made up of certain chemicals like sodium, potassium, calcium, glucose and chloride which are all needed to maintain a healthy body but when they are lost through the laxative effect of the diet pills it can lead to heart problems among others. Like any type of drug, weight loss pills are addictive and this means like any drug, over time, increased doses will be required to achieve the same effect that a smaller dose did in the beginning, eventually leading to a dependency where a person cannot live without them.

So as you can see, taking weight loss pills is not always the best solution to your weight problem and the best way to lose weight is to follow a diet program but not just any program, but one that will give you the option to choose a variety of healthy foods. It is far better to re-teach someone how to eat healthily and to adjust their eating habits to have smaller more regular meals to increase their metabolic rate and burn off excess calories. - 15995

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Find Out What Causes Acne And How To Get Rid of It

By Dan da Silva

Many people find it hard to believe that you can suffer with acne at any age and do not have to be a teenager. While it is true that acne will often become apparent during the formative years, many people do in fact find it a temporary condition although as many as nine in every ten people will suffer with at some point in their lives.

Our bodies produce oil called sebum which is quite normal but sometimes we produce too much and this clogs the hair follicles which can be one of the causes of acne but excess oil is not the only cause nor does it mean that someone who has excess oil in their hair follicles will develop acne. It appears that acne is not an age old problem but a recent development and one caused by too much oil in the pore itself which results in the pimple we are all very conscious of.

Among the many causes of clogged pores are the use of makeup, everyday air particles and often a simple case of hormonal changes but while acne is a part of life for many individuals, it can be effectively treated. Many other factors contribute to the formation of acne and some debate that diet impacts the formation of acne, caused by reprocessed foods, junk foods, and sugars this contemporary society eats every day.

More persistent cases of acne will probably need stronger medication which can be prescribed by a dermatologist. Having a dermatologist treat the condition is not such a bad idea as he or she will be able to better check on how well the treatment is he prescribed. It is very important to avoid aggravating, or disrupting, any and all acne blemishes otherwise, the sufferer will face a possible bacterial infection from dirt or germs that may reside underneath the fingernails.

Many believe for example that just because their fingernails appear clean, there is nothing to worry about but that's simply not true as there are many germs and bacteria, which are not visible to the naked eye. It is for this very reason that anyone who suffers with acne should not touch their acne with their bare hands.

Unfortunately, acne does seem to have a hereditary link so if you mother and father had acne ten you will also probably suffer as well, bearing in mind that the number of individuals with perfect skin in the world is very low. By far the biggest reason for acne is when a youth child enters into puberty and the change in hormone levels associated with that period.

While opinions vary on the subject, it cannot hurt to contact a dermatologist if you are having a problem with acne or other skin complaint. This article is based on information readily available but should be used as a guide only, so if you are unsure, contact a medical professional about your condition. - 15995

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Girl Tattoo Pics: What They Can Tell You

By Reese Lanter

You should look at girl tattoo pics if you want a tattoo. Truly, pictures do tell stories. A picture of a real tattoo can tell you a lot of things about a design that you like.

What Pictures Tell You

There are many reasons why you should look for tattoo pics. A picture of a design can tell you if it looks good at all. Some designs only look great in flash or in their inking pattern. It can be an entirely different story though when they get etched on skin. Looking at a picture of a tattoo on someone else's skin will help convince you if it is any good at all.

Skin Tone and Tattoo Color - Some tattoos are also meant for certain skin colors. People aren't really just black and white. There are various degrees of skin color in between dark and light. A tattoo that doesn't match your skin color will only make you look untidy. Pictures of tattoos are a good way to help you pick one that will complement your skin color.

Spot For Tattoo - Pictures are also invaluable when picking a spot. Not every body part will look good with designs that seem cool. Actual pictures will provide some idea if a design is too big for your foot, too small for your lower back or just downright misplaced.

Possible Disadvantages in Design - Finally, tattoo pictures help tell you how things can go wrong. Yes, some tattoo clients opt to have pictures taken and displayed of botched tattoo jobs. You can at least avoid similar difficult designs or the artists that did them.

Deciding Through Pictures

Girl tattoo pics also help you decide on such practical considerations as tattoo location and ink color, pics also help you decide on how tattoos look in general. It is true that a lot of people accept and appreciate the art of tattooing. Tattoo artists have become so in demand that shops have sprouted in great numbers in various locations. It is also true however that tattoos on women are viewed a little differently.

Tattoos on women are indeed sexy. They can complement a person who already looks great and has a great personality. Even so, some people still consider tattoos as warning signs. They immediately label tattooed women as wild, sexually promiscuous and rebellious. This may not be true. You need to be absolutely sure though that you are able to bear such kinds of criticisms.

You can be guaranteed of a unique design. Looking at tattoo pictures can help you find tattoos that look refined or that suite your particular tastes. By reviewing a lot of pictures, you can avoid those designs that can put you in a group you don't really belong to.

Where to Find Pictures

Online Sources - There are online and offline design pictures. The local tattoo parlor or any of the online tattoo sites have numerous designs to show. Once you find a design that you like, consider asking the artists or website for pictures of the design worn by real models. - 15995

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Laser Surgery, Treatment of the Future

By Susan Snailcomb

How would it sound for you that instead of getting hospitalized for one or two weeks after a surgery, to spend in the hospital up to one night then go home? Modern surgery techniques such as laser and laparoscopy made it possible.

There are many myths in this files, so we are going to stick with what we know. I've been thinking about some of the important lessons I learned in the very early days of eye surgery. Classic surgery methods were painful and dangerous. Laser is much different, if handled correctly.

If you like the idea of laser eye treatment you'll like the idea of laser hair removal too. It surely feels good to have the unwanted hair on your body removed once for ever. There is no question about it, both men and women love laser hair removal.

Scientists never stop researching. Their goal is to increase the number of laser treatments available. Unfortunately, prices are not so small, so not all people afford laser treatments. However, if you make decent money, you can save for medical purposes.

Laser treatments are covered by medical insurance policies in only one case: vision correction. When eyes are sick, this is a medical emergency. When you have hair on your legs, that's not an emergency. You can live very well with that. At least doctors think so.

The most popular method of hair regeneration is the laser comb, which many patients claimed to get good results with. Being bald is a tough one for almost all men, so they strive to keep the hair on their heads for as long as possible.

Laser treatment clinics have been opened in many countries. Even poor countries have their rich people who can afford and want to have laser surgery instead of the classical one. They surely love their body and want to offer it the best treatment possible.

Laser technology will become cheaper in the years to come. It is expected that a bigger part of the population to have access to such modern, painless treatments. We are all humans and hate pain. - 15995

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Radiesse & Your Local Medical Spa

By Jai Johnson

Radiesse filler injections are composed of very small and smooth calcium hydroxylapitite microspheres which are suspended in a water-based gel carrier. Calcium Hydroxylapitite is a biocompatible, biodegradable material identical in composition to the mineral portion of teeth and bone. Radiesse is used to fill moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds such as nasolabial folds. Radiesse is generally not used to enhance the lips or lip line.

The Radiesse gel and microspheres form a "scaffold" that stimulates natural collagen production and encourages tissue growth in and around the injection area. The body absorbs the gel carrier as collagen has begun to infiltrate the area thus replacing the gel with natural tissue. The microspheres continue to provide support while the body completes this process. Eventually, the microspheres are safely absorbed by the body. This entire reconstruction process can take anywhere up to 3 years providing additional injections are administered to maintain even results.

The injection is similar to that of other Hyaluronic Acid fillers.

After the Radiesse is injected, the plastic surgeon, dermatologist, or medical spa provider should provide the patient with specific post-care instructions which may include:

Avoiding rubbing, movement or massaging of the area that could cause the Radiesse to migrate.

Don't apply makeup for the next 24 hours.

No sun and heat exposure.

Injections for Radiesse can typically last from 6 to 18 months with an average of 11 months for nasolabial folds.

Physicians use a variety of pain management techniques during treatment to ensure patient comfort. Ask your physician about which techniques are right for you.

Few side effects reported in clinical trials and actual usage. You may experience some common injection-related reactions, such as mild irritation, edema, swelling, itching, discoloration, or tenderness at the injection site. These conditions typically resolve themselves within one to two days. - 15995

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Self hypnosis for weight loss

By jackson young

Are you getting limited success with your dieting and exercise? Your ability to lose weight is affected by stress from work and your every day life. Hypnosis can help you eliminate the limited success you are getting by acessing your subconscious mind to create an easy approach to a healthy new diet and exercise program.

Hypnosis is extremely effective for accessing the power of your subconscious mind to accomplish your goals. Under hypnosis you are in a temporary, altered state of consciousness. It's like being so absorbed in what you are doing that the outside world disappears and fades away. Meaningful long-term changes can be made with hypnosis or hypnotherapy as a form of psychotherapy.

Boredom, loneliness, anger and other emotions including unhealthy attitudes towards food are unwanted eating habits that can be changed with hypnosis. These emotions cause you to eat when you're not hungry. Hypnosis can change your basic thoughts about food including:

Certain foods that cause cravings Eating too fast and knowing when you are full Family or cultural eating Super-sized portions that are unnecessary

Change in your eating patterns becomes natural with suggestions of better food choices and exercise which can increase your metabolism.

Your eating patterns, including cravings and attitudes are caused by the subconscious mind. During hypnosis your subconscious mind is altered so you can gain control over your eating and exercise habits, leading to long-term loss of weight.

Low self-esteem is an underlying problem resulting in overeating and becomes a vicious cycle. As you feel unhappy with your weight you eat for comfort, leading to more unhappy feelings and weight gain. Hypnosis can help you gain control to build higher self-esteem and confidence as you lose weight.

Hypnosis can make weight control possible where other approaches have failed. This is because it does not depend upon willpower (trying to dominate the subconscious by the conscious mind). Instead the subconscious mind has to be in agreement with your conscious desires. With Hypnosis you are subconsciously motivated to make better choices leading to the permanent loss of weight.

You can become healthy and slim by utilizing the power of the subconscious mind. As you shed the pounds you become more and more self-confident in your ability to adopt healthy eating habits. Hypnosis will help you utilize the power within to put you on the path to a healthy lifestyle. - 15995

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Are You Using Safe Cosmetics?

By Peter Albertonach

It would be reasonable to assume that we don't need to ask the question, are our cosmetics safe? Safe cosmetics should be taken for granted shouldn't they? After all, we have a government and corporations that look after our interests?

If you use big brand cosmetics you aren't using safe cosmetics. Neither the government or the cosmetics companies protect you from dangerous ingredients, and so your cosmetics may well be laced with dangerous ingredients. Dangerous ingredients like dioxane, lead and parabens.

The FDA doesn't test the ingredients found in mainstream cosmetics, and so the big brand companies can, and do, put anything that they want in their products. The government doesn't protect the women of America against corporations that are prepared to use unsafe ingredients to sell their products.

The situation is so bad that there are now entire organizations set up to raise public awareness of this problem. Primary amongst them is one called the Campaign For Safe Cosmetics.

Sadly though the government isn't listening to the Campaign For Safe Cosmetics, and the cosmetics companies aren't listening either. There is nothing being done to protect US women from dangerous ingredients found in mascaras, bronzers, eye shadows, lipsticks, blushes and more that women here are using daily not realizing they are taking a risk with their health.

Here's just 2 examples but there's lots.

The Campaign For Safe Cosmetics initiated laboratory testing of major brand name lipsticks in 2007. The report was astonishing. More than 50% of big brand name lipsticks, including some of the biggest names that you may well use now, contained lead. And you're not even immune if you buy the most expensive brands, they were represented amongst the lipsticks that contained lead as well.

And in 2002 more tests found Phthalates in the majority of 72 major big brand beauty and personal and body care products and cosmetics, including products from Christian Dior, Revlon and Calvin Klein. Phathalates are a family of industrial chemicals that are linked to defects in male reproductive organs and birth defects.

And this includes such common and everyday products like shampoos and toothpastes.

Despite the fact that Phthalates weren't listed on the labels they were found in 52 of 72 products tested.

Scary isn't it?

Can you get safe cosmetics? Certainly you can, in fact the Campaign For Safe Cosmetics has a register of companies who sign it and commit themselves to producing cosmetics and skincare and beauty products using only safe ingredients. There are plenty of high quality safe cosmetics available, but they aren't generally found on the shelves of your local department store.

But it's unlikely you've ever heard of these small niche cosmetics companies, because they don't advertise on TV. But their products are top quality, and safe.

Want to know more about safe cosmetics? Visit my website. - 15995

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The Diseases of the Obese

By Ben Hartsuff

Almost 108 million Americans were overweight or obese in 1999. Until now, obesity continues to be a serious problem and is predicted to reach epidemic levels by the year 2020.

One way to prevent this scenario is to make people aware of the risks of being overweight or obese.

Here are some diseases that you are putting yourself in risk of if you are carrying a lot of extra pounds:

1. heart disease

2. stroke

3. diabetes

4. cancer

5. arthritis

6. hypertension

Losing weight helps to prevent and control these diseases.

The quick weight loss methods which have spread like fire these days do not provide lasting results. More often than not, dieting methods which involve dietary drinks, foods and supplement or pills do not work. If they do, the results are just temporary.

It is better to rely on a healthy weight loss option which will provide lifetime results. You have to set realistic goals and not expect to lose a lot of pounds in a short span of time.

Here are some tips on how you can lose those unwanted pounds the healthy way:

1. Do not starve your self.

The key to a healthier way of losing weight is: Do not diet. Eat right.

You may seem happy and feel that you are losing those unwanted flabs on your belly and thighs by skipping meals. But remember that this would not last long. Your body cannot tolerate having insufficient food to fuel the energy that you use up everyday.

If you get used to skipping one or two meals a day, your stored calories will be used up instead of the energy that should have been provided by your meals. So if you just eat one huge sandwich in one day, it will end up straight to your problem area (i.e. highs, buttocks, hips). It is best to eat 6 small meals per day.

2. Start your day right.

Mothers always say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Have a healthy meal in the morning to jump-start your metabolism.

Your food intake after you wake up will be used to burn fat all day long.

3. Eat small, healthy meals frequently. (About 6)

Five small-serving snacks per day are better than three hearty meals. Eating more frequently, and in small servings, can prevent over-eating. This will also increase your metabolism and make calories burn faster. You don't get hungry you are consistently eating,

4. Decide on how much weight you want to lose.

Keep your goals realistic. In the long run, it is virtually impossible for you to lose 40 pounds in 2 weeks. Have a mindset that you want to eat healthy to stay healthy for the rest of your life.

Once you have decided on a weight loss plan or program, stick to it and make sure that you follow your own set of dieting rules.

5. Drink lots of water. (12 oz. every meal 6)

Your body needs sufficient water to burn fat and keep your cells hydrated and healthy.

6. Avoid too much sugar.

Plan your meals around lots of fruits and vegetables, some bread, rice or pasta for that carbo fix that you need, plus lean meat and protein rich-foods. Sweets, sodas and pastries should be once-in-a-while indulgences only.

7. Watch your fat intake.

Fat is not the culprit to being overweight. You need this to keep your weight at the proper level.

There is such a thing as healthy fats. Olive, peanuts and canola oil have them. Tuna, salmon and mackerel have omega-3 fats which is good for the heart.

8. Exercise.

Leave your car if you are only going a few blocks from home; take the stairs instead of the elevator, jog, cycle or skate. Use these activities and other home chores if you are too lazy to go to the gym and take exercise classes. Make sure that you do this regularly and you will not even notice that you are already shedding pounds with these mundane activities.

It does not matter how much weight you plan or need to lose. What is important is that you set realistic goals for yourself.

Go slow. If you have already lost 5 or 6 pounds, give yourself a break then try to lose the next 5 pounds.

Eat healthy, drink lots of water, have enough sleep and exercise. This will give you a higher chance of losing weight and improving your health, which would result to a new, healthier you. - 15995

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Understanding the basis of probiotics

By Collin James

Probiotics have many benefits, but if you don't know what they are then how can you take advantage of the free sample pack of probiotics complete?

The bases of a probiotics diet.

Lactic acid bacteria is the largest group of bacteria that is found in the intestine which has many harmful side effects. Taking probiotics on a regular basis helps to restore natural balance in the intestine. Here are just a few of the benefits behind probiotics.

* Removes the bloating feeling and cases of diarrhea

* helps to eliminate symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome

A decrease in beneficial bacteria can lead to diarrhea, urinary tract infections, yeast infections, and other infections.

Did you know youre carrying around upwards of 20 extra pounds of un-eliminated waste in your intestines? When you use Probiotics Complete, your body begins IMMEDIATELY eliminating that waste! You will LOSE WEIGHT & FEEL GREAT! - 15995

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Using Probiotics as part of your daily diet has been proven to has some very strong and positive effects of the body. Probiotics Complete has been voted the best Probiotics Supplement

Advance Wellness Research Free Trial Offers

By Linda Kemp

Imagine never missing taking a dose of your favorite health supplement because you ran out and forgot to get some more. Advance Wellness Research knows how frustrating that can be, which is why they offer a convenient auto-ship program. With auto-shipping, you choose what product you want and when you want to receive it.

Then, Advance Wellness Research delivers it to your door according to your schedule. Advance Wellness Research offers a variety of products designed for your health and wellbeing. Products like: Acai Berry and the Bright Teeth Whitening are just a few.

What about safety? Advance Wellness Research puts every product they offer through a strict screening process to ensure their high quality and safety. They promise never to sell anything that they wouldn't give to their own families. If you're still not sure,

Advance Wellness Research offers all of their products on a risk-free trial basis. This ensures that you're getting only the products that benefit you the most.

Your Health - Your Schedule - If you're using health supplements to lose weight, feel better, look better or have more energy, then you know how frustrating it is when you get off schedule because you're supply is out.

Getting to the store can be tough with a hectic lifestyle, and ordering online can take weeks for delivery. Advance Wellness Research, Inc. wants to be sure that you get your health products when you need and according to your schedule.

You can choose to receive your products once a month, once every other month, or whatever suits you best. And, you can cancel the shipments any time you want.

Most health experts agree that whatever you do for good health, it's best to stick to a schedule. Advance Wellness Research will make sure that you do. Start now. Find out what you have been missing. - 15995

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Toe Nail Fungus Cure Options

By Rashel Dan

Around 35 million people of the US population are suffering from toe nail fungus. It is very important to start treatment at the soonest possible time since nail fungus can become quite painful as well as ugly to look at. Once it reaches under the nail, it can be very hard to contain, and if left untreated, it will lead to more complications. Fortunately, there are many toe nail fungus cure options out there. One has to identify that he has toe nail fungus and begin to look for treatment options.

Onychomyscosis usually infect an individual's fingernails and toenails. These fungi are parasitic and they do not need sunlight in order to survive. They thrive in places where it is moist, such as showers, bathrooms or locker rooms where people usually walk barefoot. It can be also transmitted through sharing nail clippers and files. Susceptibility to nail fungus can be increased through wound on the nail, wearing tight footwear, or a weakened immune system.

It is easy to detect the signs and symptoms of nail fungus. Symptoms include:

1. The toenail may change into a brown, or yellowish color. It may also turn black or have little white patches all over.

2. The nails can smell bad.

3. Discomfort on the toenail, causing pain when walking.

4. Infected toenails can chip off or flake easily.

Once you have these symptoms, consult a medical professional immediately so that he/she can recommend a toe nail fungus cure. There are quite a lot of good options out there, but there are only a few that work well and fast. Most people often try to do their treatment at home. Using vinegar, rubbing alcohol, or bleach are the most common do-it-yourself treatments that don't work in most cases. The time wasted in trying these remedies will buy some time for the nail fungus to grow and worsen the infection. These are the best treatment options available:

1. Sporanox and Lamisil are possible prescriptions. But there are very adverse side effects that come with these medications. The FDA has issued a public health advisory warning that there is evidence that these medicines can cause congestive heart failure, liver failure, or worse, death.

2. Vicks, Listerine, Epsom salts, and hydrogen peroxide are also other options for a toe nail fungus cure although these have been met with mixed results. You do put yourself at a risk of worsening it if doesn't work.

3. There are also natural treatments for the problem. They don't have these adverse side effects since they contain natural ingredients. One of the best of these treatments is Zetaclear. It contains Jojoba oil, tea tree oil, lavender oil and clove oil, which are proven to be very effective anti-fungal and soothing remedies for fungal infections. They are giving an unconditional 30 day guarantee, which means a lot about their confidence in their product. Whichever toe nail fungus cure option you choose, please consult a doctor immediately when you discover you have toe nail fungus. The sooner it is treated, the sooner it will be gone. - 15995

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Hoodia For A Weight Loss Program

By Jason Carlson

Many of you have probably heard about the product called Hoodia gordonii. This product has been used extensively in South Africa by bushmen to help ward off hunger during hunting trips. Hoodia has bee used for many years by south african bushmen to stave off the effects of hunger. Recently a 60 minutes special gave mass exposure to hoodia as a diet supplement and found it to be very effective without any side effects.

As obesity continues to grow all around the globe, people are aggressively searching for ways to fight the growing global problem. For many people were Hoodia is the solution for them. It is all natural and has shown to have no negative side effects.

The fortunate thing for dieters that may want to take advantage of hoodia's appetite reducing effects is that pills made from ground up hoodia have the same effect as the drug.

Hoodia has yet to undergo a double blind study to determine its effectiveness as a weight loss supplement, but reports from users paint a positive picture. There are no reported side effects from hoodia and it can really keep a dieter from getting hungry.

While more tests are being done, reports of people using Hoodia for weight loss has been very positive. Again, there are no reported side effects and what Hoodia really does is work to curb a person's appetite.

The supplements combined with hoodia are very powerful for weight loss, but hoodia even by itself is very powerful as an appetite suppressant. If you are interested in using Hoodia, it is the recommended to seek out the pure form.

When you take hoodia it is still important to eat a sensible diet and exercise regularly. Exercising at least 30 minutes per day is very important. If you are serious about weight loss, try to exercise daily and add hoodia diet pills to your diet regimen.

Before you start any diet regimen, make sure you speak to your doctor. Only your doctor and you can determine if any diet or product makes sense for you and your specific health situation. - 15995

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Advance Wellness Research Acai Berry Offers Information

By Linda Kemp

Imagine never missing taking a dose of your favorite health supplement because you ran out and forgot to get some more. Advance Wellness Research knows how frustrating that can be, which is why they offer a convenient auto-ship program. With auto-shipping, you choose what product you want and when you want to receive it.

Then, Advance Wellness Research delivers it to your door according to your schedule. AdvanceWellness Research offers a variety of products designed for your health and wellbeing. Products like: Acai Berry and the Bright Teeth Whitening are just a few.

What about safety? Advance Wellness Research puts every product they offer through a strict screening process to ensure their high quality and safety. They promise never to sell anything that they wouldn't give to their own families. If you're still not sure,

Advance Wellness Research offers all of their products on a risk-free trial basis. This ensures that you're getting only the products that benefit you the most.

Your Health - Your Schedule - If you're using health supplements to lose weight, feel better, look better or have more energy, then you know how frustrating it is when you get off schedule because you're supply is out.

Getting to the store can be tough with a hectic lifestyle, and ordering online can take weeks for delivery. Advance Wellness Research, Inc. wants to be sure that you get your health products when you need and according to your schedule.

You can choose to receive your products once a month, once every other month, or whatever suits you best. And, you can cancel the shipments any time you want.

Most health experts agree that whatever you do for good health, it's best to stick to a schedule. Advance Wellness Research will make sure that you do. Start now. Find out what you have been missing. - 15995

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This article is for consumers looking for information on Advance Wellness Research . It provides a resource for finding Pure Acai Berry , and any great Advance Wellness Research Offers that are currently available.

Kid's Pedal Cars - An Alternative Toy that is Healthy

By Loring Peters

Parents today are looking for an alternative toy that will provide their child with hours of fun when they are alone. Pedal Cars will give your child hours of fun on days when team sports are not available and friends are not around. Pedal Cars also provide the exercise that your child requires. You will enjoy watching your child having a blast pedaling his or her Pedal Car.

Pedal Cars provides an easy way to pull your child away from the television and or video game and get them outside for fun and exercise. Your child will love that they don't have a time limit on their playing, while you will enjoy knowing that they are getting the exercise they need. You will have peace of mind knowing that these Pedal Cars are made with durable materials and your child will be safe.

Pedal Cars provide so much fun for your child and they won't even realize that they are exercising. It becomes such a hassle for some children to exercise. They would rather be watching television or playing video games instead. With Pedal Cars exercise will come back into style again. You will smile every time your child wants to play with their Pedal Car.

Pedal Cars should have the following qualities: 1. Made from durable materials. 2. Authentic classic design. 3. Solid rubber tires. 4. Lead free powder coat paint with decals. 5. adjustable tires. 6. Are made in the United States.

Pedal Cars at pedalcarsgarage.com will provide you with the best selection of alternative toys for your child. They have 20 different Pedal Cars to choose from, providing your child with plenty of fun and exercise. By purchasing one of their Classic Pedal Cars, your child will fun and you will have fond memories of the Classic Pedal Cars that you played with as a child. - 15995

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If you are like many parents today, you are searching for an Alternative Toy that will give your child the exercise he or she needs. You've tried team sports, but the problem is getting your child to play them when they're alone. The answer to your problem lies in a toy that's been around for decades " Children"s Pedal Cars. " Children can have a blast pedaling with their pals, or by themselves.