Archive for July, 2010

Life-Saving Advice From Your Digestive Organs

A One-Act Play By Dr. Serge Boyer (Scene opens to alarms ringing and flashing red lights. The “landlord” of the digestive organs has just entered a fast-food restaurant).   EYES: Red Alert! All members of the Digestive Organs Crew, man your battle stations. You should see what our landlord is about to eat. BLOODSTREAM: Nobody More >

EXERCISE FOR BODY AND MIND

By Luigi Gratton, M.D., M.P.H.   There are so many benefits to exercise, and every day, we are discovering new ones. A recent Newsweek article discussed how exercise can boost brain power and fight off diseases like Alzheimer’s–more incredible information in an already long list of benefits.  New research in animal models has shown that exercise More >

HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU WORK OUT?

By Luigi Gratton, M.D., M.P.H. How much you work out depends on your schedule, but I recommend three to five times a week. I work out daily, but I incorporate tremendous variety into my routine for a number of reasons. One reason is to always keep it interesting. Another reason is to move the stress More >

SEVEN WAYS TO LOOK GREAT

Target These Major Muscle Groups By Luigi Gratton, M.D., M.P.H. What is the easiest way to work the whole body? Very simply, I developed what I call “The Simple 7”– the seven main muscle groups we work on throughout the week. The Simple 7 includes: 1. Chest 2. Biceps (Front of arms) 3. Triceps (Back More >

SHAPE UP YOUR LIFE

By Luigi Gratton, M.D., M.P.H. Anytime is the right time to get outdoors, get in shape and renew our commitment to a healthy lifestyle. Here are some helpful hints to keep in mind as you shape up. 1. TAKE TIME TO WARM UP Spending 5 to 10 minutes warming up prepares your body for exercise. More >

Foods to Avoid

10 unhealthy foods that are probably lurking in your refrigerator or freezer right now.   By Elaine Magee, MPH, RD WebMD Expert Column   You know you’re courting nutritional disaster if you order the fettucine alfredo or double bacon cheeseburger when you’re eating out. But what about unhealthy foods right in your own refrigerator? If More >

Cures Hemorrhoids Safely

EXPOSED: “Easy Method Cures Hemorrhoids Safely in 48 Hours, Already PROVEN By Thousands To Have Eliminated Pain & Embarrassment For Good …” Are you sick of the itching, burning, pain, swelling, or bleeding down there? Aren’t you frustrated because it’s completely embarrassing to ask for advice on this potentially crippling condition? I sure was – More >

Skincare

Witch Hazel Hydrosol is used in skincare. It is a strong anti-oxidant and astringent. It has been recommended for Psoriasis, Eczema, aftershave applications, cracked or blistered skin, for treating insect bites, poison ivy, and as the treatment of choice for varicose veins and hemorrhoids (such as Tucks Hemorrhoidal Pads, and Preparation H pads). It can More >

Tips to help you get the best results

Weigh and measure yourself first thing in the morning, after you’ve been to the toilet but before you eat or drink anything. It is important to both weigh and measure. Many people lose centimetres before they lose weight.  Important: With our ShapeWorks products, you will be re-shaping your body so measuring will be more important More >

Nataniel se LEWENSFILOSOFIE

Wees altyd dankbaar vir alles wat jy het en lewe eenvoudig. Hoe minder goeters jy het, hoe minder wharries het jy ..en hoe lekkerder slaap jy! Wees onvoorwaardelik lief vir jou gesin en familie en aanvaar elkeen presies net soos hy/sy daar is …vriende kan jy kies, familie nie! Moenie toelaat dat jou brein muf More >