You’ve heard about all of the marvelous effects of bee pollen on the body, but have you ever wondered what is bee pollen made of? Once it is collected, is there a bee pollen expiration date; a limit to how long it can be used for? The Making of Bee Pollen The creation of bee pollen is a process that in spite of man’s high technological prowess cannot be duplicated by … [Read more...]
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Stay Active and Warm This Autumn with Fall Sports
Just because the weather has turned doesn't mean that you have to go into hibernation like a bear because of a little rain. While it might be time to pack away the men's sports sandals and pull out the cleats and basketball shoes, that isn't an excuse for not being able to stay active during this fall season. There are several fall sports that you can still participate in to … [Read more...]
Don’t Let The Wintery Months Effect You
Nowadays, most of us have hectic lifestyles and can find it hard to make time to look after ourselves which can make our bodies feel and look tired. When we are on the go, it’s easier, quicker and a more tempting choice to snack on chocolate instead of fruit, eat a ready meal instead of a home cooked one, or even manage to fall asleep without removing all of our makeup off … [Read more...]
What is Snoring and its Relevant Symptoms?
The term ‘snoring’ refers to the rattling noise people make while they are asleep. The noise, which is often compared to snorting or very heavy breathing, is made by the reverberation of the soft tissue at the back of the throat. Snoring is a very common problem but most people only snore on an occasional basis. However, if you snore on a regular basis, it may start to cause … [Read more...]
Cane Handle Types
Ask any doctor, physical therapist, orthopedic surgeon or any medical professional for that matter, and they will tell you: choosing the right cane handle is an exceedingly important decision. There are many popular options that have existed for a long period of time, and there are several newer designs that have come along with growing research into human anatomy. At the … [Read more...]
Omega 3 Linked to Helping Rheumatoid Arthritis
New research is showing that saturated fats may increase inflammation in the body, especially for rheumatoid arthritis patients. This research also shows that Omega 3 oils are linked to helping relieve rheumatoid arthritis patient's symptoms. Omega 6 fatty acids found in vegetable oils could possible be linked to be a cause of inflammatory and joint pain. An Oxford study shows … [Read more...]
Top 5 Methods to Ensure a Sound Night’s Sleep This Winter
As we head into the final few months of 2011, the nights will be drawing in and the days will be getting considerably shorter. Whilst this brings mild depression for most, there are some that can be severely affected in various ways throughout the winter months. One of the areas most affected is sleep, however there are ways that you can ensure as good a night’s sleep is … [Read more...]
Sleep Faster, Better with Herbal Tea
If you are one of those people who continually experience difficulties sleeping, yet cannot or will not take sleeping pills, your best option is to use herbal teas. Synthetic sleeping drugs sometimes induce addiction and other undesirable results, especially for individuals with allergies or other body disorders - Herbal teas very seldom do. Quite often the simple cessation of … [Read more...]
Do You Really Know What Diabetes Is?
Have you ever been told to slow down on sweets because you might become diabetic? If you answered “yes” to this question, then let me guess: you on the heavy side – maybe not too heavy, but getting there. Also, you have members in your family who are diabetic. Have you ever asked yourself what diabetes really is and what the relationship is between eating too much … [Read more...]
Sharpen All Your Senses with Eggs
Although eggs were always considered healthy, their reputation has risen in recent years as a whole food that does wonders for the health. Here are a few of benefits of eggs and how you can get them: 1. Lightning fast recall One egg yolk provides up to 300 mcg. of choline, making the egg a very good source of this brain-boosting nutrient. Choline is a key … [Read more...]