by Helen Lamanna, AdvisorAnalyst.com
Here this week's reading divergence for your personal enlightenment. Have a great weekend!
Antibacterial agent in common household products shown to weaken the heart and muscles
Increasingly detected in human blood plasma, urine and breast milk, triclosan is setting off alarms in the scientific community.
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Garlic Breath: 6 Ways To Get Rid Of The Stench (INFOGRAPHIC)
There's bad breath and then there's garlic breath.
Anyone who loves garlic bread or pesto knows the trade-off is the foul taste that follows, even hours after eating your meal. But why exactly is garlic so bad?
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When Mother Knows Best, Itās the WORST
Please. I donāt know much, but I have one piece of advice that I think might actually help some new mommies out there. This is what I sorely wish someone had said to me when that little one arrived: You Donāt Want to Be That Mother Who Knows Best.
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Bladder Problems | 10 Things Your Bladder Says About Your Health
Bladder problems are often associated with the very old and infirm. But guess what? Adults of all ages, including many who are seemingly healthy, can have unusual bladder symptoms -- and they can be warning signs of problematic health conditions.
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26 Steps to Living a Life You Love
There is a process to uncovering your passion and living your passion.Ā It isnāt hard, but it does take commitment, patience, and tenacity.Ā There are many practical considerations in addition to the research and experimentation required in figuring out exactly what is the best fit for you.
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Are you at risk of vitamin B12 deficiency?
A vitamin B12 deficiency can lead to a type of anemia that can make you feel tired. Other common symptoms include memory problems, loss of balance or tingling in fingers and/or toes. Low vitamin B12 intakes or the body's decreased ability to use B12 may even contribute to increased bone fractures and fragility.
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The Mean IRISH Wife: Myers Cocktail: IV Vitamin Infusions
I've said it thousands of times. The Myers Cocktail- IV infusions have made my life truly manageable. At first like you, I was highly skeptical. Now, I can't live without it. Here is a little breakdown about what IV infusions do. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask me.
Intravenous (IV) therapy, such as the Myers Cocktail, is a way to introduce nutrients and therapeutic agents directly into the bloodstream. It can be used to correct deficiencies, enhance immune function, increase energy and assist in maintaining health. The benefit of IV therapy over oral nutrition is that nutrients bypass the digestive system, are infused in high concentrations and optimally nourish the body's cells and tissues. Vitamins, minerals, amino acids and other natural agents can be administered in a pleasant relaxing atmosphere while a person reads, listens to music, or rests.
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Top 5 Reasons Why Bone Broth is The Bomb. | Underground Wellness
One of the most vital nutrients for healing the gut is gelatin. Yep, the stuff that makes the Jell-O jiggle.
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Mind: Depression and Stroke Risk - NYTimes.com
Being depressed nearly doubled the risk for stroke, even after the researchers accounted for other risk factors like age, education, high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, smoking, alcohol intake, physical activity and body mass index.
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The 10 Best Places in the World To Swim | Reader's Digest
Whether youāre diving into the deep caldera of an extinct volcano or skimming along the top of crystal-clear waters, the world offers many truly awesome places for a beautiful swim. Here are the 10 best that youāll find anywhere on earth.
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13 Ways To Beat The Afternoon Slump | Reader's Digest
After a delicious lunch and a morning of hard work, the afternoon work slump arrives and can stop you in your tracks. It's tough to beat, but we've got 13 tricks and tips to help you feel more energized and be more productive for the rest of the day.
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How to Feel 18 Years Old Again (Men Only) | SmarterLifestyles
Our fathers and grandfathers had to sit back and watch as their youth slipped away. As desperately as they tried, there was nothing they could do to stop time from stealing their strength and intensity. Fortunately, scientists now believe they have a solution that helps men regain their youth.
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Anti-Aging Foods: Eat These 7 Items To Help You Look And Feel Younger
Just one orange a day can help you feel younger. Not only is this delicious fruit packed with vitamin C, but it also boasts skin-firming collagen.
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Barbara Hannah Grufferman: Life After 50: Think You're Too Old to Do This? Think Again!
The article, based on a study that was done over a 30-year period, also said that of all the exercises one could do for health, vitality and longevity, running is the best . . . if you don't overdo it. According to the research, running slowly and under 20 miles a week offers the maximum health and longevity benefits. This amounts to jogging for about 45 - 60 minutes every other day.
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9 Steps to Perfect Health ā #5: Heal Your Gut
The human gut contains 10 times more bacteria than all the human cells in the entire body, with over 400 known diverse bacterial species. In fact, you could say that weāre more bacterial than we are human. Think about that one for a minute.
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Weekend Weight Loss: 6 Ways To Avoid Gaining Pounds
Don't let your weekend turn into a food wasteland. A few smart steps can help you indulge without the calories or guilt:
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