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		<title>Herbal supplements for memory</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:08:12 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[With the advent of the information superhighway and the need for knowledge higher than ever.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>With the advent of the information superhighway and the need for knowledge higher than ever, it can be difficult to cope with life when you have a bad memory. Luckily, people around the world have been using herbal supplements for memory for thousands of years, and many of them that have been proven effective are available today.</p>
<p>Here are a couple of herbal supplements for memory that can help you get your thought process back on track:</p>
<p>Fish Oil:</p>
<p>Harvested from the bodies of fish, fish oil is purified through a scientific process and turned into supplement form. Containing Omega-3 fatty acids, fish oil can have numerous effects on your body for the better. For one, fish oil can aid in preventing the onset of Alzheimer’s disease. It has also been associated with better memory, clearer thinking, and health of the heart. One of the best nutrients for brain health, this supplement’s effect on your body can be vast.</p>
<p>Be sure to only purchase pharmaceutical grade fish oil, however, since this is the process which removes the heavy metals found in fish due to pollutants. If your fish oil is not pharmaceutical grade, you run the risk of consuming such dangerous materials as mercury. In addition to being a great one of the herbal supplements for memory, the other numerous effects it has on your health are wide-spanning and helpful.</p>
<p>Ginkgo Biloba:</p>
<p>Ginkgo Biloba is another one of the herbal supplements for memory on the market that promises to aid your depression in addition to a host of other features. Ginkgo is the oldest known tree in the world, and its primary effect on the human body is improving cerebral circulation. Ginkgo Biloba is also known to increase oxygenation of brain tissues.</p>
<p>Due to these two features, Gingko has been linked to better brain health and is used for memory loss, depression, and even headaches. Another sound fact to know is that ginkgo has no known side effects.</p>
<p>These herbal supplements for memory can definitely change your life for the better.</p>
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		<title>Overfed and Undernourished: The Nutrition Paradox</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 20:41:28 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We're overfed but undernourished, meaning that we often don't get the nutrition we need to sustain our bodies and minds.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We live in the wealthiest country in the world, a place where food is in abundance. We&#8217;re bombarded with advertisements urging us to &#8220;supersize&#8221; our portions and take advantage of foods that are easy to prepare. We are also working more than ever, and even our children are overscheduled, so we often compromise and take a trip through the drive through rather than fix a home-cooked meal. The result? We&#8217;re overfed but undernourished, meaning that we often don&#8217;t get the nutrition we need to sustain our bodies and minds.</p>
<p>Given the hectic pace of lifestyles today, it&#8217;s doubtful that we&#8217;re going to suddenly have an abundance of free time on our hands. That means that we need to take steps to ensure that we and our families are getting the nutrition necessary to promote health and well-being. When you can&#8217;t eat whole foods and clean protein, the next best thing is to supplement your diet with vitamins to ensure that your body receives the nutrition it needs.</p>
<p>Once you make the decision to supplement your diet with vitamins, how do you choose among the thousands of products on the market?</p>
<p>Capsule vs. Liquid</p>
<p>The first decision to make is whether to choose a pill supplement or a liquid supplement. Although most people are accustomed to popping vitamins in capsule form, research indicates that pills and capsules can travel through your digestive system with only minimal absorption. In other words, the capsule doesn&#8217;t disintegrate where it does the most good, so you excrete most of the nutrients.</p>
<p>Research has shown that a supplement in liquid form is more readily absorbed into your system, maximizing the benefits of the vitamins contained in the liquid. So, if you&#8217;ve decided to obtain supplemental nutrition through vitamins, opt for the liquid supplement over the capsule or pill.</p>
<p>Single Vitamins vs. Multiple Vitamins?</p>
<p>Choosing a liquid supplement is one way to boost the effectiveness of a nutritional supplement, but what else should you look for? To make your life as easy as possible, it&#8217;s best to choose a good multiple vitamin. After all, who wants to keep track of the dosages of a dozen or more individual vitamins?</p>
<p>A liquid supplement that has as its base aloe vera and sea vegetables is a great start. The combination provides important glyconutrients, which help your cells function properly and, in essence, &#8220;talk&#8221; to one another. The most powerful combination is one that incorporates vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids, amino acids, phytonutrients, and enzymes. This kind of combination will help sustain your energy level while promoting intercellular health and supporting your immune system.</p>
<p>Although taking vitamins isn&#8217;t a substitute for eating whole foods, liquid vitamins act as an insurance policy to supplement the nutrition you get from your regular diet. Here&#8217;s to your health!</p>
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		<title>Poor Nutrition and Its Impact on Psychological and Sexual Health</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 20:40:52 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[This article discusses the significance of diet and eating right, and the benefits

                  from eating a healthy diet. It also discusses the connection between sexual health     and the food we eat, and how our lifestyle (for both men and women) can affect     their sexual health.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Promoting sexual health is not just a matter of good hygiene or preventing infectious diseases that undermine one&#8217;s sexual health. It also entails having a good and balanced diet. Good food allows the body to acquire various nutrients that are needed by the internal organs to function well. Even the skin is rejuvenated through the consumption of nutritious meals and water.</p>
<p>The lack of a balanced, nutritious diet could possibly expose a person to several physiological problems.  Women, for example, could experience irregular periods or even totally miss several periods due to overeating and over-exercise. Amenorrhea, or the absence of menstrual periods, is even welcomed by young women because they are pleased that they no longer need to use a tampon or sanitary napkin. However, what is not often realized by these women is that missing menstrual periods may already be a sign of decreased estrogen levels. Low estrogen levels as well as over-training can lead to osteoporosis  Women who lack calcium intake can also develop a higher risk of  osteoporosis or brittle bone syndrome.  Osteoporosis causes a woman&#8217;s bone density to decrease, leaving her skeletal system weak and vulnerable to fractures. Low estrogen levels during the peak years of bone-building through the preteen and teen years, can affect bone density for the rest of your life. Bone growth lost during these years cannot be regained.</p>
<p>Poor nutrition can also cause other delays or problems in physical development among women. These adverse effects of malnutrition may include underdevelopment of mammary glands, hormonal imbalance, stunted growth,  weakness, anemia, internal organ failure, and even difficulty in conception.</p>
<p>Improper eating habits can also cause some women to develop psychological problems.  Anorexia and bulimia are two of the most common eating disorders reported today especially among younger women. More than just being drawn into a pattern of near-fatal under-eating.  Self-inflicted starvation is a very dangerous effect of having an imbalanced sense of self-worth and self-image.  Young women who believe that “she can can never be too thin&#8221; starve themselves almost to the point of death.</p>
<p>Other psychological problems may also be caused by hormonal changes in a woman&#8217;s body.  These hormonal changes usually trigger symptoms of depression, sleeping difficulties, oversensitivity, mood swings, and anxiety.  In extreme cases, women with psychological problems may even attempt suicide. Specifically, changes in thyroid hormone levels can cause symptoms of depression including mood swings, irritability, fatigue, lack of concentration, sleeping problems, and weight gain.  Women with eating disorders can also expose themselves to bullying especially when others see them as being  different, weird, or weak.</p>
<p>Among men, hormonal changes are also caused by poor nutrition. Over-exercise or overtraining also causes a sharp decline in male testosterone levels. Men with testosterone problems usually suffer from  low sperm count, lack of sex drive, and erection problems.</p>
<p>Indeed, food is not only for the stomach.  Good and proper nutrition is also essential to male and female health, especially in the area of sexual ability and performance.  By eating the right kinds and amounts of food &#8212; plus getting sufficient rest and exercise,  men and women can improve their sexual performance and overall sense of well-being.</p>
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		<title>A Pleasuarble Dieting And Weightloss Experience</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:12:41 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Tired of the same old do's and don't when it comes to dieting and weight loss? If you're one of the many women trekking the hard path to weight loss, you've probably come across programs that tell you to avoid certain kinds of food. There are those that recommend vigorous exercises to rev up your metabolism but only allows you to eat a third of your usual intake. Chances are, you feel deprived. And this deprivation will probably cause you to binge later or have mood swings. I...
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tired of the same old do&#8217;s and don&#8217;t when it comes to dieting and weight loss? If you&#8217;re one of the many women trekking the hard path to weight loss, you&#8217;ve probably come across programs that tell you to avoid certain kinds of food. There are those that recommend vigorous exercises to rev up your metabolism but only allows you to eat a third of your usual intake. Chances are, you feel deprived. And this deprivation will probably cause you to binge later or have mood swings. It could even affect your work and family life. But did you know that you could diet and lose weight without sacrificing the things you want? This is the game plan for the slow and conscious eating diet.</p>
<p>Recent studies concluded that diets which are low-fat or low-calorie can only do so much to your body. Dieting and weight loss through this may not event prevent heart diseases. Moreover, another research show that our bodies utilize and absorb more nutrients from foods that we like. This means that scarfing down plate after plate of brussels sprouts or brocolli won&#8217;t do you much good than you expect if you don&#8217;t like veggies. This is because if we are presented with something that we like, say, roasted chicken with lemon butter sauce, our brain, upon recognizing the smells and sight will send signals to the stomach to release more digestive juice. The result? A better metabolized and digested protein than servings of tofu that will just go to waste simply because our brain protested against it. But don&#8217;t binge yet, certain precautions must be considered to avoid going into a pleasure eating overdrive.</p>
<p>First, the food must have nutritional content. This means that chips and chocolate diets are out. Vegetables, fruits, proteins, and whole grains are preferred. Smother them in sauce and prepare them the way you like. Fry, steam, grill, or bake, it&#8217;s up to you. The key to this method of dieting and weight loss is proper nutrition and yummy food. Second, assess why you need to eat. Are you really hungry? Is it just for socializing? Or is the desire to eat an emotional thing? In short, have the right attitude when it comes to food. Eat substantial portions are enough for sustenance, a small amount if you&#8217;re just in for the chat, and control your indulgence when eating for emotional needs. This brings us to our third consideration, the method of eating or your eating habits. You may have to tweak your eating habits a few times to control eating for pleasure. Make like the French and chew your food slowly. Savor every flavor and texture. It is important to prolong delight in eating your meal. Without realizing it, you&#8217;ll feel fuller and more satiated sooner with smaller portions. The result? Easy dieting and weight loss with minimal effort on your part.</p>
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		<title>All about  vitamin A</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:26 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Vitamins are essential for good health and well being.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Vitamins are essential for good health and well being. They are defined as any group of substances required in small quantities for healthy growth and development. They cannot be manufactured in the body so they are therefore vital constituents of the diet.</p>
<p>There are two types of vitamins according to whether they are soluble in water or fat. Vitamin A (Retinol) is a fat soluble vitamin and this is not excreted from the body in the urine so excessive intake can have a negative effect on health. Vitamin A is present in animal origin foods eg. liver, milk and egg yolk. It is formed in the body from the pigment Beta-carotene which is present in certain vegetables eg. carrots, cabbage and lettuce.</p>
<p>Vitamin A has a number of roles in the body. It is necessary for normal cell division and growth. It is important for maintenance of mucous membranes of the repiratory, digestive and urinary tracts. Retinol is a pale yellow solid which dissolves easily in oil and fat and it is essential for good eye sight, particularly vision in dim light as well as having an important role in normal development of the embryo. It can be produced synthetically and therefore used to enrich margarines.</p>
<p>The best source of retinal is liver and a small amount 3g meets the body’s daily requirements. 700mcg per day is a sufficient amount per adult which can also be derived from the beta carotene foods eg. 2oz raw carrots.</p>
<p>Deficiency of Vitamin A causes stunted growth, night blindness and drying up of mucous membranes which increases the risk of infection. A continued lack of Vitamin A can lead to worsening of vision.</p>
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		<title>About Women Health Supplements</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2009 23:57:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Question: I want to get my health back on track.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Question: I want to get my health back on track. What kind of nutrients would you recommend I should look into in the area of women health supplements?</p>
<p>Answer: Great question! There are plenty of supplements out there that can be of great aid to women’s health. One problem that plagues women, especially later in life, can be the dreaded osteoperosis. Since your body needs a steady supply of calcium, if you do not meet your body’s calcium requirements, it will begin to sap the calcium from your body’s teeth and bones, leaving them brittle and weak.</p>
<p>To prevent this, a calcium supplement can be of great aid. Coral calcium is one product on the market that can help prevent this ailment. Harvested from long-dead sea beds, the calcium found in coral sediments can help to pave the way for clear health.</p>
<p>Antioxidants are also key parts in maintaining the health of both males and females. Helping to stop the damaging effects of free-radicals (highly reactive chemicals that capture electrons and modify chemical structures), antioxidants such as Vitamin C, Vitamin A, and Vitamin E may reduce the risk of cancer and muscular degeneration. Iron is also a key element that needs to be regularly consumed to help maintain the female body.</p>
<p>The body needs this mineral to produce red blood cells, and an iron shortage can result in anemia, a condition marked by a lack of red blood cells. Many of these simple minerals can help maintain your body’s structure and help lead you to great health. Some supplements even offer combined compounds that help to meet your daily requirements in a few of these categories.</p>
<p>I hope this article has helped you to learn more about your body and the things it needs to be working in its fittest form. Best of luck on your quest for nutrition!</p>
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		<title>About alternative health supplements</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2009 23:56:42 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[These days, there are plenty of pills out there offered by your local pharmacy to cure what ails you]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>These days, there are plenty of pills out there offered by your local pharmacy to cure what ails you. But you can never be too sure that the products pushed on us by the food and drug administration are the best thing for you. A lot of these pills have side effects, and some of them are not tolerated well by certain people.</p>
<p>To that end, there are numerous alternative health supplements offered that can help your body get into the best shape it’s ever been. Here are the facts on some of them:</p>
<p>Coral calcium- This supplement is great to help your body. You probably know that your body needs calcium to maintain its bones and teeth, but most people don’t realize that you need a certain level of calcium in your bloodstream as well.</p>
<p>If you don’t keep replenishing this calcium, your body will begin to sap the calcium from your bones and teeth to maintain the level in your blood. This can result in bone and teeth shrinkage, and can make them brittle and cause movements to be painful. Coral calcium is a source of calcium that surpasses most of the others. Available in supplement form, coral calcium can be a great buy.</p>
<p>Another one of the alternative health supplements offered is fish oil. Harvested from fatty fish, this oil contains substances known as omega-3 essential fatty acids. Containing the fatty acids DHA and EPA, fish oil has been linked to memory improvement and general brain health, considering DHA is a substance that needs to maintain its presence in the brain. Also, the American Heart Association recommends that you take fish oils to help maintain heart health. It can help to decrease your risks of heart disease or cardiac arrest!</p>
<p>These are two of the alternative health supplements offered these days that can help lead your body to great health.</p>
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		<title>5 Great Tips On Exercise</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2009 23:39:48 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Have exercise misconceptions prevented you from starting an exercise program? Clear up any confusion and let these exercise tips improve your workout routine. Hopefully none of these common exercise myths, mistakes and misconceptions have prevented you from working out.

1. Common Mistake: Failure to set goals. Do you exercise without a clear goal in mind? Having a clear goal set is a critical step in exercise and weight loss success.  Tracking your progress in a journal wi...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have exercise misconceptions prevented you from starting an exercise program? Clear up any confusion and let these exercise tips improve your workout routine. Hopefully none of these common exercise myths, mistakes and misconceptions have prevented you from working out.</p>
<p>1. Common Mistake: Failure to set goals. Do you exercise without a clear goal in mind? Having a clear goal set is a critical step in exercise and weight loss success.  Tracking your progress in a journal will help ensure you see your improvements, will help motivate you and help you meet your ultimate goal.</p>
<p>2. Common Misconception: No Pain, No Gain. Pain is your body’s way of letting you know something is wrong. Do not ignore this. When you go beyond exercise and testing yourself, you will encounter physical discomfort and need to overcome it. An example of this would be training for a marathon. It is important that you have the “base training” before getting into the advance training. The base training develops the body and gets it ready for extensive training. You need to learn to “read” your body. Is the heavy breathing because you are pushing your body or could it be the beginning of a heart attack. Exercise is important. Do it correctly and you can do it for the rest of your life.</p>
<p>It is normal for you to hurt after you exercise, but it must be done gradually with a good amount of rest periods to allow proper healing. There are two common problems here with beginning exercisers. You can cause long lasting damage to muscles, tendons and ligaments if you work out while you are in pain, without allowing enough rest time to heal. You might find yourself in constant and long lasting pain if you do this which means that you will no longer be able to exercise.</p>
<p>If you wake up the next morning after you exercised and can barely drag your aching body out of bed because everything hurts, you are going to be less motivated to exercise at all. Constant pain is a sure way to kill your exercise program.</p>
<p>3. Common Mistake: Sacrificing Quality for Quantity. When you are ready to increase the number of reps of a particular exercise, and strengthen the corresponding muscles, instead of forcing yourself to do a little more each time try decreasing the number of reps in a set but increase the number of sets. Also, back off to half your usual number of reps but add a couple of more sets. You will feel less tired and will be able to gain strength in your fast-twitch muscles.</p>
<p>4. Common Myth: Weight Training Makes Women Bulky. Weight training for a woman will strengthen and tone muscle, burn fat and increase metabolism, not build mass. Women do not produce enough of testosterone to build muscle mass the way that men do.</p>
<p>5. Common Mistake: Over-Emphasizing Strengths. You should start focusing on your points rather then what you are good at. This will help you balance things. For example, if your lower body is stronger than you upper body, then try to work only on this area one day a week.</p>
<p>Being smart about how you exercise will take you a long way. It is important to have a healthy body so get out there and start exercising today.</p>
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