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Melinda Banks - EzineArticles.com Expert Author
Melinda Banks has been a professional Web content writer since the mid-1990s and has spent much of her career writing about alternative health issues. Now she has her own blog that features a full spectrum of natural health care information -- from herbs to vitamins to alternative treatments -- all designed to help keep the doctor away!
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- How To Stay Energetic For A Lifetime
[Health-and-Fitness:Anti-Aging] If your energy level is stretched to the breaking point and you feel just plain tired, it might be time to make some simple changes. No matter what your age, these easy but powerful tips for increasing your energy can really help.
- Aging Gracefully
[Health-and-Fitness:Anti-Aging] A Galapagos tortoise can live to be nearly 200 years old because longevity is part of its genetic make-up. Although it's unlikely that any human being will blow out 200 candles on a birthday cake any time soon, experts believe that we are actually built to last about 100 years. But what's the point of living that long -- or even reaching age 85 or 90 -- if your body is so broken down you practically crawl around like a tortoise? The good news is there's no reason to feel burdened by aging when you can grow old gracefully.
- A Healthy Blueberry Recipe With Antioxidant Power
[Food-and-Drink:Recipes] Looking for a quick and easy dessert recipe that also delivers great taste and health benefits? Well, look no further, because this blueberry recipe tastes great and is also filled with antioxidant power that naturally occurs in blueberries.
- Heart Disease Prevention
[Health-and-Fitness:Heart-Disease] Heart disease -- the No. 1 cause of death in the United States -- kills more than twice as many people as all forms of cancer. The good news is that it's largely preventable, and taking steps to minimize your risk can add up to 10 years to your life.
- Health Article - Healthy Travel
[Self-Improvement:Stress-Management] Whether you're jetting to a tropical location for a dream vacation, driving to Grandma's or taking a business trip, travel can be stressful. These stress management tips for travelers will help you cut that stress so you can enjoy your trip more.
- Sports Nutrition
[Health-and-Fitness:Nutrition] Whether you're a "weekend warrior" or a professional athlete, nothing affects your ability to perform more than good nutrition. Properly fueling your body helps you establish desirable body weight, stay in great shape, and maintain those all-important nerve-muscle reflexes. And if good nutrition isn't part of your training program, physical conditioning and expert coaching won't make much difference to your game.
- Powerful Supplements, Odd Names
[Health-and-Fitness:Supplements] It's a little hard to be serious about herbal supplements with names like Ginkgo biloba, gotu kola or kava kava. But don't write off these powerful herbs, even if they do have odd names.
- Whole Grains - The Benefits of Going with the Grain
[Health-and-Fitness:Nutrition] Even though we know we should eat whole grains, we often don't. But when you understand how many diverse types there are, you'll see it's not so hard to go with the grain to get the fiber and nutrients you need.
- Eye Exercises That Relieve Eye Strain
[Health-and-Fitness:Eyes-Vision] If you've been working too hard on the computer or over-using your eyes in any way, you're probably familiar with the feeling: Your eyelids twitch, your eyes begin to water and there's that burning sensation when you close them. You're suffering from that common affliction - eye strain. These exercises can help relieve that strain and can even strengthen your eyes over the long haul.
- Health Articles - Alternative Arthritis Treatment Options
[Health-and-Fitness:Alternative] If you have arthritis, you're not alone. While there is no cure, there are alternative arthritis treatment options that can bring relief.
- Healthy Recipes - A Roasted Garlic Recipe With Antiviral Power
[Health-and-Fitness:Nutrition] This roasted garlic recipe delivers the antiviral power of the "stinking rose" in a way that's oh-so-delicious. You should definitely add this to your collection of healthy recipes!
- Healthy Recipes - Help Protect Your Vision with Coleslaw!
[Food-and-Drink:Recipes] This delicious coleslaw recipe has vitamins and antioxidants that can help protect you from eye problems such as cataracts and macular degeneration. Do your eyesight a favor and eat some coleslaw!
- Healthy Recipes - Control Blood Sugar Levels With a Delicious Bean Dip!
[Food-and-Drink:Recipes] Keeping your blood sugar levels in balance is often as simple as adjusting your eating habits. This simple and healthy recipe for garlic-onion bean dip offers a delicious way to eat your way to good health.
- Healthy Recipes - A Delicious Pasta Recipe That Will Boost Your Immune System
[Food-and-Drink:Pasta-Dishes] Love tomatoes and pasta? Did you know they can be combined to boost your immune system? This healthy pasta recipe does just that.
- Healthy Recipes - An Easy Asparagus Recipe
[Food-and-Drink:Recipes] Behold the amazing asparagus! It can be prepared in a number of ways, and it's just as nutritious when it's cooked, as it is in this delicious healthy recipe.
- Healthy Recipes - An Easy Broccoli Recipe You'll Love
[Food-and-Drink:Recipes] Broccoli has a reputation of being boring, but nothing could be farther from the truth. This Healthy Bistro recipe proves just how tasty broccoli can be -- and just how simple it can be to prepare.
- Is Echinacea the Right Treatment for You?
[Health-and-Fitness:Alternative] Echinacea has many wondrous properties, but some people shouldn't take it. Even if you can take it, it's important to know how to take it correctly.
- A Fruitful Diet - The Many Benefits of Fruit
[Health-and-Fitness:Nutrition] Looking for something to increase your vitality and improve your appearance? Studies show that eating four to five servings of fruit daily can improve your chances of staying vibrant as you age. This article lists many popular fruits and their nutritional benefits, giving you ample reasons to eat more fruit.
- Foods That Heal
[Health-and-Fitness:Nutrition] Some foods just stand out as health-giving powerhouses because of their multiple benefits. Adding these healing foods to your weekly menu is a simple and effective way to take better control of your health.
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