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PRESERVING AND IMPROVING YOUR MEMORY
May 2012
Is it normal to forget things from time to time, or to get a bit more forgetful as we age? Yes! But how much forgetfulness is too much? How can you tell if your memory lapses are normal—or a sign of something more serious? What can you do to preserve or boost your memory? Read More...
Aromatherapy and the Power of Scent for Reducing Stress
April 2012
Are you looking for ways to relax and reduce the effects of stress? We are all faced with stress at some point in our lives, and controlling it is crucial to our overall health and well-being. Many people use aromatherapy to help them relax and reduce the stress they feel from their busy lives and the continually changing world environment. Read More...
SUNSHINE AND HEALTH
March 2012
Summertime brings barbeques, swimming, family outings, hiking, and lots of fun in the sun. We all know that sunlight is essential for health, but along with its obvious benefits, it also carries the risks of skin cancer and aging. Some exposure to sunlight is healthy. Most experts agree that approximately 20 minutes of daily exposure to natural light is beneficial for health. This exposure to sunlight does, however, carry some risks. Read More...
CHOOSING DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS
February 2012
Although the supplement industry is still in its infancy, it is growing exponentially because many people now believe they can make up for a poor diet by taking a multivitamin pill. Nutritional supplements have become a major business in the United States, where an estimated 80% of adults take them, many on a daily basis. Like other nutrients, supplements can be helpful or harmful. Read More...
ELIMINATING SPIRITUAL CLUTTER
January 2012
These days, television seems to be filled with programs about “hoarders” and those who are disoriented and buried in their clutter. Some individuals have even died as a result of their clutter. How does that happen? We all tend to cling to the familiar, even when it’s not healthy for us. Yet, it’s hard to feel calm and focused when our physical and mental spaces are cluttered. “Spiritual clutter” includes the noise, stress, and normal life chaos that we all cope with every day. Read More...
HEALTHY YOU, HEALTHY PLANET
December 2011
Our very survival depends on the health of our planet. If the earth is unhealthy, we will have trouble maintaining our health. One of the best ways to support a healthy planet is to educate ourselves about the many ways we can influence those around us by making small changes to our own lives. Read more... Read More...
MEN'S HEALTH
November 2011
Men, you can stay safer, stronger, and healthier by taking a few steps toward health each day and by seeking care when you need it. To get serious about improving your health, start by reviewing these suggestions from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other organizations. Read more... Read More...
CREATING A TOXIN-FREE HOME
October 2011
No one can avoid toxins completely, but there are many things you can do every day to reduce your exposure and your children's exposure to many common environmental toxins, leading to a healthier environment for all. Read More...
BENEFITS OF MASSAGE
September 2011
When was the last time you had a massage? If you’ve never tried massage, maybe it’s time to learn about its possible health benefits. Human touch is one of our most primal needs, and getting regular massages can enhance your health, reduce stress, and help heal your body. Read More...
HEALTH AND HUMOR
August 2011
Imagine a prescription that reads: “Take two doses of Lily Tomlin, followed by one dose of Charlie Chaplin, and rinse with an episode of I Love Lucy. Repeat as necessary and call me in the morning.” Although humor is often lighthearted, it adds perspective to life and helps people deal with stressors, from minor irritations such as being cut off in traffic to more challenging difficulties like life-threatening illnesses. Read More...
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