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September 28, 2008

Heart Disease Is The Leading Cause Of Fatalities In Women

Filed under: Heart Disease, Anxiety Attacks — admin @ 8:48 pm


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Although women are less prone to heart disease as compared with men, it must be known that heart disease is the leading cause of death for women today. The risk is in fact higher for women for certain profile of the population. For example, women smokers are several times more prone to heart disease than male smokers.

Heart diseases are caused by many different factors. For example old age, obesity, smoking, high blood pressure, diabetic and a sedentary lifestyle can cause heart disease to develop. In addition, menopause in women can also causes heart disease.

Understanding the causes of heart disease is the important first step toward prevention of the disease. Prevention of the disease after all is much better than cure. In this regard, people at risk of heart disease should have regular check-ups and also stick to the instructions by their doctors.

Knowing the causes of heart disease will help you in taking preventive measures such as reducing the level of cholesterol, keeping to a healthy body weight, eating healthy foods and exercise regularly. A change in lifestyle and diet will go a long way in removing many of the causes of heart disease. If you feel that you are at risk of develop heart disease, consult a doctor as soon as possible. Early and proper treatment will prevent more serious conditions from developing. Although heart disease is basically unavoidable, there are certain things that you can do to prevent it, for example, maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. By keeping yourself healthy, you will not only prevent heart disease; you will also be better prepared to deal with many other ailments and health conditions.

It is important to understand that heart attack is triggered by two different factors. The first is the pathological buildup of abnormal plaque in the arteries, plaque that gradually hardens through calcification. The other factor involves the blood clotting that blocks blood flow to the heart. One of the latest theories on coronary artery disease is that it is an inflammatory process, which is characterized by repeated cycles of irritation, injury and healing of the blood vessels.

The Problem of Late Diagnosis

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Can The Master Cleanse Increase Fertility And Fix Fertility Problems?

Filed under: Weight Loss &Fertility — admin @ 8:47 pm

Although this article isn’t for or against the cleanse, I will discuss a few concepts that have been widely shared, argued and agreed upon in the way of the Master Cleanse and increased fertility. Can the master cleanse really fix fertility problems? Or is it just fad “hype” and a group of individuals who simply “want” to believe in its achievements. We will look at both sides of the arguement, starting with those against the cleanse.

Common concepts of those “against” using the Master Cleanse to increase fertility:

It has been highly argued between medical proffesionals, dieticians, and a number of others that the master cleanse is nothing more than snake oil. The master cleanse, according to some, is extreme and possibly dangerous with both long-term and short term side effects. In addition, it can also be argued that conventional medicine combined with good general health, diet and exercise are often a cure for many disorders, including infertility.

Common concepts of those “For” using the Master Cleanse to increase fertility:

The master cleanse diet, which many believe can help them flush their body of excess toxins, heavy metal and years of built up waste, can help create a healthier environment within the body to possibly induce fertility. Many believe (much like birth control) that the foods we eat are so highly ridden with hormones from the meat, dairy and other foods we eat, this could definitely cause fertility problems in which the master cleanse is said to cure. The idea is that we use the Master cleanse fast to literally “flush” the overabundance of unhealthy hormones from our bodies and regulate our natural cycles.

The master cleanse benefits are still highly argued to this day as you will find those extremely “for” and “against” the idea of the detox diet. While some believe it to be a master cleanse scam, others find it to make complete sense in the natural health world.

It is important that, whatever you decide, that you make careful considerations on your health both short-term and long-term. While other believe the master cleanse is dangerous, many believe that it is dangerous NOT to consider the master cleanse diet has a way to literally cleanse the body.

By: Gage Killian

For more information on the Master Cleanse Diet Benefits visit Master-Cleanse-Diet.net or to learn more about the Master Cleanse Weight Loss visit MasterCleanseWeightLoss.com

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Pcos And Fatigue

As a stay at home mother of two young, energetic boys I always thought that constantly being tired was just part of the job. By two o’clock each afternoon, all I wanted to do was get them to nap and lay down on the couch to regroup. Often, by the time I fell asleep, they were ready to get up so I was operating on automatic pilot, barely able to play with them outside, get their dinner on the table and do their baths before collapsing myself.

Then finally, after a conversation with my doctor, I realized that my constant and debilitating fatigue was not normal. Neither was my adult acne problem, hair loss and weight problem. My symptoms, I learned, were a result of a condition known as Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome or PCOS.

As it turns out, PCOS and fatigue are both linked to an imbalance of the endocrine system and are characterized by an excess of male hormones. Fatigue, a symptom commonly associated with PCOS, is also closely linked to the thyroid and adrenal glands. At the heart of both of these issues, however, is a disorder known as Insulin Resistance.

Insulin Resistance, a condition that vastly reduces the insulin sensitivity of cells, impairs the processing of glucose through the cell wall for conversion to energy. As a result, glucose remains in the blood stream, causing elevated blood sugar, which is sent to the liver. Once there, the sugar is converted into fat and stored via the blood stream throughout the body. This process can lead to weight gain and obesity, also key factors in women with PCOS.

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How Do You Cure A Vaginal Yeast Infection?

Filed under: Candida, IBS & Stress — admin @ 8:16 pm


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I believe that you’ll be much better served using so-called “natural” methods of controlling and preventing yeast infections. But before you can make an informed decision about what’s right for you, you need to know your options. As it happens, the opposite of “natural” solutions is NOT “un-natural” solutions. The term, rather, is “conventional” solutions.

If nothing else, becoming familiar with all the possibilities makes you more informed when you discuss with your doctor what choices you are making and why you’re making them.

First, the good news:

The good thing about conventional medications is that they’re generally clean, fast, and convenient. With little muss or fuss, you just follow the directions and wait for the intended result.

Now, the downside of conventional medications:

First of all, most conventional medications come with uncomfortable side-effects. So-called “common” side effects happen to more than 1% of the women using the medication — possibly a lot more than 1%. Less common side effects can be seriously debilitating and may call for you to stop taking the medicine and seek immediate medical help.

Second, the medications may be treating the symptom of a problem instead of addressing the underlying cause. As we noted yesterday, your yeast infection may well be a symptom of something else that’s wrong with your body or your life. It may be a symptom of stress, bad diet, diabetes, or cancer.

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September 14, 2008

Aloe Vera: FAQs

Filed under: Aloe Vera, Dealing With IBS, General IBS Info — admin @ 6:42 pm

Aloe has been used for centuries to maintain good health, yet most people are still discovering the benefits even now.

How Much should I DRINK?
This depends on your reasons for drinking Aloe.
As with other nutritional supplements, some people tale a small amount each morning - roughly 60ml - to maintain their general wellbeing. Other people boost their intake for specific reasons - when they might drink upto 180ml or more a day.
The average is 120ml per day. Some people, such as the elderly, need less whereas those who are larger framed need more.

Can I mix it with Anything else?

Yes, if you really dont like the taste, then try mixing it with pure fruit juice, cordial or honey.
My personal favourite is Cranberry or Peach.

When is the best time to drink Aloe?
We would recommend you take the Aloe on an empty stomach to get the maximum benefit.
So, for for example, you could take it first thing in the morning and then again late afternoon.

When should I feel some benefits?
We anticipate that few people will feel notable benefits before 6 weeks. We urge you to take if for a trial of at least 3 months.

How Should I store the Drink?
As with most natural foods, once you’ve opened the bottle, it should be stored i the fridge with the lid tightly closed. Of course, during storage the natural pulp will settle so you should always shake the bottle before use.

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