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ILLNESS OR NATURAL REACTION?

If you inadvertently swallow something toxic and you call the poison control center they

will most likely tell you to induce vomiting right away.

If you have ever experienced food poisoning you are well acquainted with the marathon of

diarrhea and vomiting that often accompanies it.

Breathe in noxious vapors and you will undoubtedly begin coughing or sneezing.… Read the rest

Alternative Treatment for IBS

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common disease suffered by an estimated 25-45 million people in the United States. Symptoms include chronic abdominal pain, bloating, excess gas and irregular bowel movements. Symptoms can be brought on by a number of triggers including anxiety, insomnia and stress. Although there is no known cure to IBS, there are numerous alternative treatments to prescription medication that can help relieve symptoms.… Read the rest

GREAT, OR JUST GOOD ENOUGH?

In his best selling business book Good to Great, Jim Collins says, “Good is the enemy of

great.” The point is that if something or someone is judged as good, there is little

incentive to improve. On the other hand, an obviously horrible situation is more likely to

incite action.

When it comes to health the tendency is to settle for “pretty good”.… Read the rest

ADAPTING TO A HEALTHIER LIFE

Imagine you are working at your desk and suddenly one of the fluorescent lights

overhead starts buzzing. You take notice of it since it is a new stimulus, but don’t think

much of it. The longer it persists, however, the more annoying it becomes. But,

eventually you are able to ignore it and continue with your work, until finally you don’t

even realize that the buzzing noise still continues.… Read the rest

GOING GREEN ON THE INSIDE

Wind generators, solar power, geothermal heat, natural cleaning products, organic

clothing. There are seemingly endless means by which to shrink your carbon footprint

and lessen your impact on the environment.

But while our precious planet manages to garner heavy doses of TLC, there continues to

exist a large dumping ground for dangerous toxins, chemicals, and man­made impurities.… Read the rest

Financial Stress

If you feel stressed just living your life, you’re not alone.

Americans lead stressful lives. Jobs, relationships, health, family obligations, community responsibilities —they all take their toll.

In “Stress in America 2012,” an annual survey by the American Psychology Association, 1in 5 respondents reported an extreme stress level of 8, 9 or 10 on a 10­point scale.… Read the rest

TEN STEPS FOR SPRING CLEANING

Spring is a season of awakening and of new beginnings. Making healthy choices that will

carry you through the seasons is important this time of year. Here are a few ideas to get

you started.

1. Embrace yourself honestly.

Assess the various aspects of your life, taking note where the stressors and weaknesses

exist. Are they in your diet, exercise program, work or relationships?… Read the rest

THE FACE OF GOOD HEALTH

They say the eyes are the windows to the soul. Did you know that the face can be the

window to your health?

According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), your face’s appearance can offer

valuable information about issues that could be affecting your overall health. The shape of

your face, the color of your complexion, and marks such as lines or lesions can all help us

determine a diagnosis and treatment plan.… Read the rest

Meditation

Meditation. How important is it, really? What could be so important about just sitting and breathing? Well, a lot actually and its more than just sitting and breathing. Mediation, or mindfulness practice has been an essential everyday practice for thousands of years and something that many Americans may be missing from their daily life’s practice. With the fast pace of the American lifestyle and the glorification of busy in our culture, it can be difficult to juggle the stressful tasks from day to day, but meditation can help.… Read the rest

HOW SWEET IT IS…

Sucrose, or sugar as it is commonly known, is currently the most popular sweetener used in the food market today. On a daily basis, the average person obtains almost 20% of their calories from sugar alone. On average, that’s 150 pounds of sugar every year. When ingested, sugar is broken down into compounds that provide quick energy for the body, affecting metabolism and appetite.… Read the rest

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