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Tips on How to Teach Kids How to Eat Healthier

Jul 01, 2009

Children tend to choose candies, sweets, sugary drinks, deep fried foods and junk food over fruits and vegetables. As a parent, you may hear yourself constantly explaining to your children about the benefits of nutritious food, to no avail. At the...

Self-care for Pancreas Health

Jun 30, 2009

The pancreas is both an endocrine and exocrine organ that can be found near your stomach and small intestine. As an endocrine gland, the pancreas is responsible for the production and secretion of two hormones, insulin and glucagon, which work together...

Desk Habits That Can Help You Become More Efficient & Healthy

Jun 26, 2009

Work, for most of us, can mean hours behind a desk, whether at the office or at home. Ideally, you start each day with some things that you need to do and accomplish those tasks by the end of the day. There are days, however, when you may feel that...

Wrinkles and Natural Therapies

Jun 23, 2009

Fine lines and wrinkles on the face have always been regarded as signs of ageing. Most people accept wrinkles as inevitable, just like death and taxes, while a growing number resist the unsightly lines with skin products and invasive surgery. Some skin...

Veggie Weight Gain

Jun 21, 2009

Becoming a vegetarian may not always equate with losing weight. While eliminating beef, pork or chicken from your diet may mean fewer calories from meat sources, you may still put on a few pounds when you consume more vegetables that are loaded with...

Turning Vegetarian

Jun 20, 2009

The health benefits of a vegetarian diet are no longer "news". Studies link meat consumption to increased risks of various types of cancers, heart disease, obesity, diabetes and other illnesses. What makes a regular diet of meat bad for your health is...

Natural Therapies for Skin Scars

Jun 18, 2009

Scarring of your skin is a natural part of the healing process after injury has occurred. It can be caused by a number of sources, most typically via injury, but also from conditions such as acne. Scars go through numerous changes as they heal, but...

Shift Working

Jun 17, 2009

The business demands of some establishments require the presence of workers to perform various tasks at all times of the day, whether for production, customer care or sales. This is usually done by dividing a day into three 8-hour work shifts and assigning...

Eating Food In Season: Why & How

Jun 07, 2009

The nutritional value of fruits and vegetables cannot be stressed enough. These foods are highly recommended because of their high fibre, antioxidant and vitamin content. A diet with sufficient fibre is the foundation of a good digestive system while...

Eating to Improve Memory: What Food You Need to Eat

Jun 05, 2009

Have you noticed how young children remember every promise you make while grandparents often sound like a broken record when they repeat the things they say? Experiencing memory gaps is a sign of old age as the brain cells responsible for storing information...

Tips on Dealing With Lethargic Feeling

Jun 02, 2009

Your body needs nutrients from the right kind of food to keep it going. More often than not, lethargy or low energy levels may be naturally treated by simply making some adjustments in your diet. Food is the primary energy source of your body. Review...

Pre Baby Checklist For You: A Simple Guide for Planning Couples

May 31, 2009

Most women start taking care of themselves only when they discover that they are pregnant. But the best time to be fit and healthy is before you actually conceive. Planning for your pregnancy increases your chances of having a safe delivery and a healthy...

Dry Skin and Cracked Lips: How to Prevent Them

May 26, 2009

Dietary problems and certain weather conditions can bring about changes in your skin's texture. When the air is dry, your skin can also turn dry all over. Your lips, too, may not be spared from dryness and may exhibit extreme symptoms like cracking, flaking...

What You Need to Know When Dealing with Incontinence

May 18, 2009

Incontinence refers to the uncontrolled passing of urine, stools or both. There are several types of incontinence: stress incontinence, urge incontinence, overflow incontinence, mixed incontinence and functional or environmental incontinence. Urinary...

Understanding Toddler Fears

May 14, 2009

Toddlers are classed between one and three years old. This is a time characterised by rapid growth and discovery.  These are the years before school when a child is working out where they fit in the world.  This is also when children learn they are...

Understanding Toddler Behaviour

May 13, 2009

Toddlers are classed between one and three years old.  This is a period characterised by rapid growth and discovery.  These pre-school years are when a child is working out where they fit in the world.  This is also when children learn they are independent...

Dental Care 101: What is the Correct Way of Flossing?

May 07, 2009

Flossing is an important dental care practice that many people forget about or neglect. Regular flossing not only promotes good breath but also improves your overall oral health by preventing tooth decay and gum disease. There are different types of...

Acid and Alkaline Foods

Apr 27, 2009

  Alkaline     Acidic       High alkaline Normal Alkaline Low alkaline High acidic Normal Acidic Low acidic Vegetables Alfalfa grassAsparagusBarley grassCayenne celeryDandelion greenDog grassJicamaKelpKaleKamut...

Best Brain Foods to Boost Brain Function

Apr 22, 2009

For your brain to function at its best, it needs the proper fuel, just like any other machine.  But what are the best brain foods?  Read on for our guide. Glucose Glucose in the bloodstream is a vital source of energy for the brain.  Because it...

Being a Good Listener

Apr 21, 2009

Listening is a skill that is necessary for proper communication, both in business and personal relationships.  Read on for our tips on being a good listener. The Difference between Hearing and Listening Even though they both use the ears, listening...

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