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Wendy Owen - EzineArticles.com Expert Author
Wendy is a Holistic Health Therapist and researcher with particular interests in the fields of natural health and alternative health. Wendy has a diploma in holistic health.
She is in her fifties, loves writing, reading, researching and helping people with their health problems,
Wendy lives in Queensland Australia
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- Are There Any Natural Remedies For Snoring That Work?
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] "Natural remedies for snoring don't work!" This is what a friend of mine told me about a year ago. "I should know, I've tried every one of them". The poor thing had bought herbal remedies, dental implants, dreadful tasting throat sprays, an acupressure ring and various other instruments of torture, but he was still snoring.
- Choosing a Water Birth For the Arrival of Your Baby
[Home-and-Family:Pregnancy] Have your ever experienced a water birth? This gentle and natural method of delivering your baby is gaining popularity, but a lot of misconceptions and myths surround it.
- Canine Paralysis - What Are the Causes of Paralysis in Dogs?
[Pets:Dogs] Is your dog suddenly having trouble moving around? This is quite likely to be canine paralysis and while it is a symptom rather than a disease in itself, it can be upsetting if your dog is affected. However a lot of cases can be quickly cured.
- Do You Suffer With Dry Facial Skin? What the Cosmetic Companies Do Not Want You to Know
[Health-and-Fitness:Skin-Care] Dry facial skin can be a real pain. I should know, I've had dry skin all my life and I used to dread that tight dry feeling. Those of us with dry skin tend to blush easily. Our skin feels particularly uncomfortable in the cold weather when humidity is low. I have spent many hours bent over a bowl of hot water trying to get some moisture into my skin. I have also spent a lot of money on dry skin creams... However I'm pleased to say I found the solution to dry facial skin and it was sitting under my nose all the time! What's more it is actually saving me money. Want to know more?
- Insomnia Remedies - Why They Seem Not to Work
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] A lot of people contact me complaining that natural insomnia remedies don't work. "I'd like to stop taking sleeping pills," they declare. "But I've tried the herbal sleep remedies and they didn't put me to sleep!" The thing is, nothing will put you to sleep, you put yourself to sleep. You may have noticed how taking a chemical sleeping pill can cause you to sleep minutes later. This is often because you believe the pill will work and so you relax enough to fall asleep.
- Unassisted Natural Childbirth Or Medical Childbirth - Which is Better?
[Home-and-Family:Pregnancy] The debate between unassisted natural childbirth and medical childbirth continues to rage. The medical profession argues that giving birth in a hospital is safer in case a problem arises during the process, while those who support freebirthing declare that most problems occur due to medical intervention.
- Why I Always Recommend Snoring Exercises
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] There are several so called snoring remedies on the market today. A few of them do actually work for some people but the majority are little more than gimmicks. Snoring exercises however, strengthen the muscles around the throat and jaw and are a more permanent solution for snorers.
- Newborn Sleep - How Long Should My Baby Sleep For?
[Home-and-Family:Babies-Toddler] Newborn sleep is one thing that women who are mothers for the first time worry about. If you are a new mom, you might be concerned about whether your baby is getting enough sleep. The following is a guide to what you should expect, but you must remember that each baby will be different. Even if this isn't your first child, this baby will not be the same as any of the others.
- How to Have a Healthy Puppy and a Friend For Life
[Pets:Dogs] The main problem with puppies is that they are so irresistible that you'll find yourself walking out of the pet shop with one before you've really had a chance to think it through. Puppies tend to grow into dogs with all the accompanying expense and responsibilities that go with owning a dog. Don't panic, keeping your puppy healthy is not hard.
- Do Your Hair and Your Health a Favor, Use a Natural Shampoo
[Health-and-Fitness:Beauty] Although I have been using natural skin care products for many years, I have never worried too much about personal care products such as natural shampoo or natural soap that you put on and wash off straight away. I have always believed that if a product does not stay on the skin for any length of time then the risk of absorbing dangerous chemicals form that product is probably minimal.
- What Every Dog Owner Needs to Know About Dental Care For Dogs
[Pets:Dogs] Why are your dog's teeth so important? Your dog does not have any hands so he uses his teeth instead. Apart from just chewing food, those teeth are used for carrying stuff around, defending himself and keeping himself clean. This is why dental care for dogs is such an important part of his healthcare.
- How on Earth Do I Choose the Right Baby Feeding Bottles?
[Home-and-Family:Babies-Toddler] Now that the big question, "Should I breastfeed or bottle feed my baby?" is out of the way, the next decision is which baby feeding bottles to buy? As with anything nowadays there is a large choice of different baby feeding bottles available in all different shapes and sizes and varying from cheap to very expensive.
- Here's How to Make Toilet Training Easy
[Home-and-Family:Babies-Toddler] Toilet training can seem difficult for the first time mom or dad but it doesn't have to be. Here are 5 toilet training tips to get your toddler out of diapers as quickly as possible while maintaining your sanity.
- Natural Care For Very Dry Skin
[Health-and-Fitness:Skin-Care] Taking a nice milk bath is a wonderful, natural way that you can improve and care for your very dry skin. All you'll need is some powdered milk, some almond oil, and a few drops of an essential oil, such as lavender, that smells great.
- Dog Allergy Symptoms Can Be a Health Warning
[Pets:Dogs] Humans aren't the only ones affected by allergies; dog allergies can seriously impact your dog's health and are relatively common. Chemicals, fleas, air pollutants, food ingredients, and their own fur can cause canine allergies. Discovering the source of these canine allergies is usually better than medicating your dog, which can create side effects.
- How to Stop and Even Reverse Aging With Quality Anti-Aging Skincare Products
[Health-and-Fitness:Skin-Care] As we get older, we become more aware of the affect the years have had on our bodies, and in particular, how it has affected our skin. We want to delay the aging process for as long as possible which is why we want to use the best products. As our skin's natural defenses weaken with each passing year, we need to protect it against daily invaders such as; pollution and ultra violet rays from the sun. Our skin's best defense against aging is good skin cace and quality anti-aging skincare products.
- Is Shift Work Sleep Disorder Wrecking Your Health and Your Lifestyle?
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] Do you know how many people are affected by shift work sleep disorder globally? At the last estimate it was around five million. That's a lot of people who are deprived of sleep because of their jobs. Shift work is found in a range of industries including hospitality, transport and nursing. Any job that requires you to work outside the normal working hours of nine to five may be considered shift work.
- The Many Benefits of Breast Feeding Far Outweigh the Disadvantages
[Home-and-Family:Motherhood] We all want to do what's best for our new baby and to give him the best start we can. As far as your baby's health is concerned, breast feeding is the number one thing you can do to protect him from sickness and build a healthy immune system. Of course, one of the main benefits of breast feeding is that it's free!
- There Are Many Different Types of Vitamin C Skincare - Which is Best For Your Skin?
[Health-and-Fitness:Skin-Care] We've been told that using vitamin C skincare can dramatically improve aging skin, even more than the most expensive "cosmeceutical" products. However it does depend on which type of vitamin C product you use. Different types of vitamin C products have different concentrations of the vitamin while some use an unstable form of the vitamin and are virtually useless. To further add to the confusions, these products are available in a wide range of prices.
- How to Prevent and Even Reverse Heart Disease in Dogs
[Pets:Dogs] Has your dog just been diagnosed with a heart complaint? Don't despair! Although heart disease in dogs is incurable, it can be managed and in some cases much of the damage can be reversed. There are natural remedies and herbs for dogs that can help prevent heart disease and improve the health of dogs who may have already sustained some heart damage. So let's have a look at how we can do this.
- Sleep Deprivation Symptoms - Don't Let Lack of Sleep Spoil Your Day
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] One of the most necessary ingredients for good health is a good night's sleep. It's as important to our wellbeing as a healthy diet and exercise. Unfortunately a lot of people today are not getting the sleep they need. This may be because they are busy and trying to create more time by cutting down on their sleep - not a good idea!
- Toddler Won't Sleep? Here's 6 Tips to Get Your Toddler to Bed Fast
[Home-and-Family:Babies-Toddler] What is guaranteed to drive your toddler crazy? Four little words, "It's time for bed"! These words are enough to turn any toddler into a argumentative little being. If you're a parent whose toddler won't sleep, you know what I'm talking about. So what can you do to get that toddler into bed?
- Been Invited to a Baby Shower? Here's Some Creative Baby Shower Gifts
[Home-and-Family:Babies-Toddler] Life is full of joyous occasions. One of the most magical times in a woman's life is her baby shower. This is the day when loved ones and friends come to celebrate the incredible milestone of pregnancy and birth. A special celebration calls for special gifts. Baby shower attendees can have tremendous fun choosing creative baby shower gifts.
- How to Have Beautiful Clear Skin With Rosacea Skincare
[Health-and-Fitness:Skin-Care] Rosacea is a difficult and persistent skin disorder characterized by red skin, acne and rough red texture on the cheeks and other areas of the face. Watery, irritated eyes, small visible blood vessels and overall redness are other rosacea symptoms. The cause of this skin disorder is unknown, but rosacea skincare has advanced significantly recently and many people can now live with rosacea with little or no discomfort.
- How to Treat Insomnia With High Potency Natural Sleep Aids
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] There are many insomnia remedies on the market, both natural and pharmaceutical. Pharmaceutical medications such as Ambien can cause side effects such as daytime drowsiness, diarrhea and even strange nocturnal activities like sleep-eating and driving whilst asleep. To add to the danger, pharmaceutical medications can become addictive and lose their effectiveness over a few weeks.
- Sensitive Skin Care Can Be Frustrating - Here's 7 Tips to Help
[Health-and-Fitness:Skin-Care] Probably the most frustrating of skin types, sensitive skin is difficult to treat because you're never quite sure what to use on it. Sensitive skincare involves plenty of trial and error to find the right products that won't irritate your skin. This can add to a lot of money spent over the years on unsuitable products that have to be discarded or given away. How do you know if your skin is sensitive? Sensitive skin is usually dry, reacts badly to certain skin care products, can react to certain foods (for example spicy foods) and tends towards redness, swelling and itchiness.
- 7 Natural Cures For Morning Sickness
[Home-and-Family:Pregnancy] Following are some natural cures for morning sickness. Not every cure will work for everyone so you'll need to experiment a bit to see which will work best for you. Be aware that there are a lot of old wives tales that seem to have survived into the present time, but the remedies listed below are pretty much tried and tested so they should work...
- Five Urgent Reasons to Cure Sleep Medication Addiction Now
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] Do you take sleep medication? If you're taking pills to help you sleep, whether over the counter from a pharmacy or from a doctor's prescription, you may have noticed some unpleasant symptoms when you tried to stop. That's why you're still taking them isn't it? But you know that you shouldn't be taking these pills every night and you're right. They are damaging you physically and psychologically in ways you may not even know about.
- How to Fight Insomnia - Five Simple Tips to Help You Overcome Sleeping Problems
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] Being a natural remedies expert, I have personally helped out a lot of people suffering from insomnia and the results have been very good. As such, I thought it would be beneficial to write an article to discuss the issue of insomnia and the various natural remedies available to treat and prevent the problem.
- Postpartum Care - Look After Yourself As Well As Your Baby
[Home-and-Family:Pregnancy] Postpartum is the period of about six weeks from the time of birth until your body makes the adjustments it needs to return to normal. There are a few things that can go wrong and if you're aware of these you'll be prepared and they won't seem so frightening.
- Why Don't Even the Best Acne Treatments Work?
[Health-and-Fitness:Acne] Even the best acne treatments will not work over the long term. They may be fine for quickly clearing up an outbreak, but the acne will inevitably return. Why? Because acne is a whole body condition and not just a skin disorder.
- How Often Do You Find Yourself Saying, "I Wish I Knew How to Find a Cure For Snoring?"
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] Snoring is one of the leading causes of marital discord, in fact it's up there with money problems, infidelity and in-laws as being among the leading causes of separation and divorce. Many stressed out snorers and their partners are desperately seeking the elusive cure for snoring , but is there really such a thing? In fact isn't it just easier just to sleep in separate rooms? Well no, it's not that simple and I'll tell you why.
- Want a Permanent Solution For Your Sleep Problems? Natural Cures For Insomnia Are the Answer
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] If you are someone who regularly takes sleeping pills to get a good night's sleep, here's a question for you - have you ever considered trying natural cures for insomnia? If you haven't, you should definitely consider trying them. There are some very good homeopathic remedies available to treat insomnia and you'll be surprised to know that they are far more effective and safer than the sleeping pills you're now taking.
- Here's What Every Parent Needs to Know About Colic in Newborn Babies
[Home-and-Family:Babies-Toddler] There's a lot of speculation about colic in newborn babies. Doctors are still unsure about what causes colic and often prescribe medications which may or may not work. Your doctor may tell you that colic is not a cause for concern as it is a temporary disorder and will usually disappear after three months.
- Why Most Psoriasis Treatments Don't Work - The Truth
[Health-and-Fitness:Skin-Care] The one thing you need to understand about psoriasis is that it starts from within the body. It is not caused by an allergy or reaction to any external irritants. This particular disease is not a skin disorder, although it does affect the skin. It is an embarrassing complaint that, in its most severe form, causes pain, discomfort and social isolation for many people.
- Proven Tips, Tools and Tactics to Stop Child Bed Wetting
[Home-and-Family:Parenting] Are you a parent who is dealing with the frustrating problem of child bed wetting? If you have a child wetting the bed who is over the age of 5 or 6, you may well be wondering if the constant sheet washing and ruined mattresses are ever going to end!
- Baby Sleep Help 101 - Everything You Should Know About Sleeping Problems in Babies
[Home-and-Family:Babies-Toddler] If your baby is not sleeping well, this could be due to several reasons. Some of the reasons we hear most about are colic or abdominal discomfort, food intolerance, teething, urinary tract infection or even separation anxiety. Apart from these reasons, external factors such as lack of a suitable baby bed or uncomfortable pyjamas could also keep your baby awake at night.
- Don't Do These Things If You Have a Teething Baby
[Home-and-Family:Babies-Toddler] Teething is a mine of misinformation and many pages have been written about teething remedies and suggestions on what to do to help baby when he's cutting his first teeth. Here's one that will warn you about some of the more dangerous "don't dos", based on feed back from Moms all over the world.
- Serious About Wanting to Eliminate Menopause Insomnia? Here's How
[Health-and-Fitness:Womens-Issues] Menopause affects women in different ways. Some have no ill effects at all whereas others really struggle and find menopause a very unpleasant time of life. Menopause and insomnia are very closely related. Hot flashes can take us from a deep sleep into a lighter sleep stage, making our sleep less restful. Hot flashes can also wake us up suddenly making it hard to go back to sleep.
- The Psychology of Helping Baby Sleep
[Home-and-Family:Babies-Toddler] You know how it is. You put your baby down in his crib, walk out the door and a few minutes later his heart rendering cry penetrates through the house. Do you ignore it? Do you rush back into the nursery and comfort him? Won't he be emotionally damaged if you let him cry? Well take heart because you're not the only one, parents have been worrying about this same problem for centuries. You need some baby sleep help and advice!
- What Everybody Should Know About Getting A Baby to Sleep Through the Night
[Home-and-Family:Babies-Toddler] Your child's health is likely to be a high priority and you already know that kids get very cranky and difficult if they don't get enough sleep! As a rough guide a three month old infant needs around fifteen hours of sleep whereas a two year old need twelve to thirteen hours a day, including naps.
- Itching? Scratching? Must Be Eczema
[Health-and-Fitness:Skin-Care] Does your skin often itch and burn? Can't stop scratching? Well it could be eczema that's causing your problem. What is eczema? It's a nasty inflammatory skin complaint which can be triggered by our immune systems, causing blisters, rashes and scaly skin. Like most immune conditions, eczema can appear and disappear which can be most frustrating!
- Chronic Insomnia Relief Can Come Naturally
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] Did you know that not getting enough sleep at night can actually affect how you function at work and how you get along with others? We all go to bed too late now and again, but if you constantly go without the adequate amount of rest, your brain's ability to problem solve can become impaired. Getting chronic insomnia relief is a high priority if your inability to sleep overflows into your waking hours.
- Why You'll Never Hear About Herbal Remedies For Insomnia From Your Doctor
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] Doctors are reluctant to suggest herbal remedies for insomnia, because they just don't posses any knowledge about them. Also, with due respect to doctors, it's not in their interests to suggest natural remedies when the big drug companies provide free samples and other tempting incentives. Unfortunately it's not just doctors, most people consider herbs for insomnia to be a second rate solution to a serious complaint.
- Getting Baby to Sleep Should Definitely Not Involve Pills - Here's Why
[Home-and-Family:Babies-Toddler] It always troubles me to hear that there are parents using sleep medications for getting baby to sleep. Not just for baby's welfare but for the parents as well. Sleeping pills can be deadly for babies and small children for the following reasons.
- How to Avoid the Tragedy of SIDS
[Home-and-Family:Babies-Toddler] In otherwise healthy babies, the top cause of death is SIDS, or Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. Unfortunately deaths related to SIDS occur more frequently that you would think; in fact, 50 babies out of every 100,000 will end up dying of this syndrome.
- Baby Sign Language - Can My Baby Talk to Me?
[Home-and-Family:Motherhood] Baby sign language is making parent's lives easier all over the world. Have you ever tried to soothe your crying baby and felt frustrated that you couldn't understand what she really wanted? Well you're not alone.
- Insomnia and Nutrition - Can What You Eat Really Affect Your Sleep?
[Health-and-Fitness:Nutrition] Insomnia and nutrition. Is there really a connection? Or does the whole idea seem rather fanciful to you?
- How to Cope With Postnatal Depression
[Home-and-Family:Motherhood] Postnatal depression is a condition that happens to about 10% of women after they give birth. It is often known as the baby blues, and includes feeling unhappy, blue, sad and miserable.
- How to Apply Make Up - Without Looking Made Up!
[Health-and-Fitness:Beauty] It would be nice to be happy with the face we were born with, but the reality is most of us could do with a bit of improving here & there. If you like the natural look but don't want to venture out into the world bare faced, here's how to apply make up to create a natural look.
- Causes of Childhood Insomnia - Dealing With Insomnia in Children and Teens
[Kids-and-Teens] Insomnia is very common in adults; however, often kids have sleep problems as well. If you happen to have a child who is having trouble sleeping they may be dealing with childhood insomnia.
- Herbs For Insomnia - Do They Actually Work?
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] Herbs for insomnia work by correcting imbalances in the body rather than adding ingredients that cross the blood/brain barrier. They may not be as "instant" as chemical sleeping drugs, but have the advantage of not losing their effect over the long term. Herbal remedies are totally non-addictive You'll never develop a chemical dependency to any insomnia herb.
- How Do You Choose Your Baby Toys?
[Home-and-Family:Babies-Toddler] There is much to consider when choosing baby toys such as the price, the safety, your baby's development, and a whole lot more. If you're a bit nervous about picking out the best & safest baby toys for your new baby, then here are a few great tips that will help you make the right decision.
- Botox Parties - More Than Just Harmless Fun?
[Health-and-Fitness:Beauty] If you are invited to a botox party, decide beforehand what you want to do. If you decide botox is for you, it may be better to have it administered by a qualified surgeon in a medical clinic. Keep the parties and alcohol for having fun!
- Why It's So Important To Use A Natural Moisturizer
[Health-and-Fitness:Skin-Care] The main purpose of any moisturizer is to keep water in our skin. Not just to add more water into our skin, but to actually preserve what's already there. A good moisturizer will also act as a barrier against bacteria and will shield our skin from irritants such as dust, sun and cold or windy weather.
- What You Eat And Drink Can Keep You Awake
[Health-and-Fitness] Did you know that the foods you eat can have a serious impact on your sleep? Here's an example. Remember the Atkins diet which was very popular a few years back?
- The Relationship Betweeen Rheumatoid Arthritis and Your Immune System
[Health-and-Fitness:Arthritis] If medical science has taken such great strides in the research and discovery of breakthrough knowledge and medicines, why do we seem to be getter sicker and sicker by the year? Because conventional medicine focuses more on treating the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis than focusing on the prevention and possible cure of this debilitating disease.
- Child Sleep Problems, Are They Affecting Your Family?
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] You wouldn't give your child a cup of coffee or tea in the evening, but how about a chocolate bar or a glass of cola at lunchtime? Caffeine is a notorious stimulant and most of us know not to drink coffee late at night. But did you know caffeine can take 6-8 hours more to leave our bodies? That can of cola after school could be keeping your child awake long after his normal bedtime.
- Controlling Diabetes With Diet (FAQ)
[Health-and-Fitness:Diabetes] Controlling diabetes with diet is probably the most confusing issue when you have type 2 diabetes. Can you eat carbohydrates? What about dessert? In this article I tackle the most frequently asked questions about suitable foods for type 2 diabetes sufferers and try to provide some diabetes nutrition information.
- Cure Type 2 Diabetes? Yes It's Possible
[Health-and-Fitness:Diabetes] Unlike Type 1 diabetes which starts very early in life, type 2 affects middle aged adults although it is starting to appear in younger people more frequently. Type 2 diabetes means the body is not producing enough insulin or the cells cannot use the insulin.
- A New and Natural Way to Fall Asleep - Brainwave Entrainment with Isochronic Tones
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] Brainwave Entrainment is the newest drug free way to help ourselves to go to sleep. Brainwave Entrainment works by calming the mind to help us reach a relaxed state which enables us to fall asleep naturally.
- Want Better Sleep? Tame Your Over Active Mind
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] During the day our minds are taken up with our day to day activities but as soon as we lie down at night, our minds seem to switch on. One thought follows another and another and soon you are worrying about everything, including the fact that it's 2.30 am and you're still not asleep!
- Anti Aging Skin Care, Is There A Miracle In A Jar?
[Health-and-Fitness:Beauty] We're only human and can't help wondering if maybe this time, science has actually landed upon the miracle in a jar and perhaps for $150.00 we can iron out wrinkles, fade skin discoloration and firm out skin tone by daily application of this new wonder anti aging skin care product.
- Melatonin - Does It Help Us Sleep?
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] The hormone melatonin has been credited with almost magical abilities from improving sleep to preventing osteoporosis, arthritis and other disabilities that are related to aging. Can melatonin perform all these wondrous feats?
- Parabens In Cosmetics - Do They Keep You Looking Young?
[Health-and-Fitness:Beauty] Judging by the number of anti aging skin products that contain parabens, you'd have to think they contribute in a big way in protecting the skin from aging. Well this isn't quite true.
- Is That Natural Skin Care Product Really Natural?
[Health-and-Fitness:Beauty] Most people think a product labelled as natural has no chemical ingredients. Unfortunately there are many natural skin and hair care products that contain a multitude of chemical ingredients, such as preservatives, perfumes and emulsifiers, with maybe a trace of a few herbs or vitamins thrown in just to make them "legal".
- How to Stop Taking Sleeping Pills and Stay Sane
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] Over a million people worldwide rely on some form of prescription sleep medication. Many of these could sleep well or better without it. The trouble is these drugs are so habit forming, they don’t kn...
- Why Too Much Sleep Can be a Form of Insomnia (yes really!)
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] Have you ever had the experience of sleeping for over eight hours and feeling tired and lethargic the next day? In fact it’s just as bad as not having enough sleep isn’t it?
- Insomnia - A Frustrating Sleep Disorder!
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] Insomnia is a sleep disorder defined as the inability to sleep satisfactorily or to have any sleep at all. It is characterized by restlessness, sleep interruptions, a decreased in normal sleeping time, or, at worst, complete wakefulness.
- Depression – How It Affects Our Sleep
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] It’s important not to ignore or try to hide depression. There is medical help available in the majority of cases. Depression is merely a clinical illness like a cold or flu, it is nothing to be ashamed of.
- Sleep and Body Temperature – The Connection
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] There is a definite relationship between our core body temperature and our feelings of lethargy or energy. When the body is warm, we feel wide awake. When the body is cool, feeling of tiredness and sleepiness prevail.
- Is Worry Causing Your Tossing and Turning?
[Self-Improvement:Stress-Management] Tossing and turning is an annoying habit. There are nights when we just can’t get comfortable in bed and keep tossing and turning all through the night. Why is our bed more comfortable some nights than others?
- How to Beat the "Black Dog" of Depression and Have Better Sleep
[Health-and-Fitness:Depression] Depression can affect our sleep in many ways. Some of us sleep longer and others find themselves waking up in the early hours of the morning, unable to go back to sleep.
- Why Bother to Keep a Sleep Diary?
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] Keeping a sleep diary will allow you to find patterns in your sleep habits. For instance you may find, for instance, that you sleep better after a meal that is high in carbohydrates as opposed to one that is high in protein.
- BPH (Prostate Enlargement) - What Is It and How Can It Be Treated?
[Health-and-Fitness] BPH (prostate enlargement) can have many associated problems including the need to urinate frequently, difficulty in urinating and inability to completely empty the bladder.
- How To Avoid Prostate Cancer - Naturally
[Cancer:Prostate-Cancer] Lycopene - found mainly in tomatoes is an antioxidant which has a proven beneficial effect on prostate health. Studies have shown that men who consume large doses of lycopene have a much lower incidence of prostate cancer.
- Is Your Insomnia Just a Bad Habit?
[Health-and-Fitness] Many of us that suffer with insomnia can actually pinpoint the time it started. It could be the death of a loved one, exams or a stressful relationship. But ever since then we’ve not been able to sleep well. Even if the triggering event has passed and no longer concerns us, our sleep continues to suffer.
- Don't Just Lie in Bed Worrying - It Keeps You Awake!
[Health-and-Fitness] There are many things that can affect your sleep but probably the worst of them is worry. Worry about your job, your relationship, your finances and of course worry about not being able to go to sleep. People say to me "I can’t stop worrying! As soon as my head touches the pillow I start to worry..."
- IPL or Intense Pulsed Light Therapy - The Gentle Alternative for Wrinkles
[Health-and-Fitness:Anti-Aging] IPL is a safer option than tradition laser resurfacing and is commonly used for facial hair removal, removal of birth marks and even tattoo removal. What we are mainly concerned with here, however, is skin resurfacing. Skin resurfacing can eliminate fine lines, spider veins and pigmentation and significantly reduce deep lines and acne scarring.
- How to Get Baby to Sleep Through the Night
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] Much as we love them, babies can bring parents to their knees when they wake frequently during the night. Tired from a hard day at work, it’s hard to get up in the wee hours of the morning to soothe a crying baby who probably doesn’t realize he’s supposed to be nice and quiet so the rest of the family can get some rest!
- Weight Loss and Sleep Deprivation - Is There a Connection?
[Health-and-Fitness] How can sleep deprivation affect weight loss? Surely the reverse is true! If we’re tossing and turning all night, aren’t we burning a few more kilojoules? Perhaps, but it’s more complicated than that. When we don’t have enough sleep, our energy is very low. This can trick the brain into thinking it requires more food to replenish our energy stores.
- Shift Work Sleep Disorder, Are You Affected?
[Health-and-Fitness] Shift workers really do get a hard deal when it comes to getting enough sleep. They have to try and sleep when the rest of the world is waking up and their bodies clocks have a hard time adjusting. Short rotation shift workers are the worst affected. They have to change their sleeping patterns every few days. No sooner does the body's rhythm adapt than it's time to change it again.
- Relaxation Techniques (part 2)
[Health-and-Fitness] In part one we examined a breathing exercise and an autogenic relaxation technique. Part two includes a progressive muscle relaxation exercise and An NLP exercise. Just select which one's work for you. It's not necessary to do them all (although you can if you have the time!)
- Stressed Out? Try These Relaxation Techniques
[Health-and-Fitness] There are three main types of relaxation techniques you can practice when you feel upset and stressed out. If you practice them regularly, they will become part of your lifestyle and you may find yourself habitually more relaxed as a result.
- How to Wear Makeup and Still Look Natural (Part 2)
[Health-and-Fitness:Beauty] In part 1 we talked about how to apply our foundation and blush to look natural. Now we'll discuss lips and eyes. So here we go Makeup Tips Part 2 or... "How to apply eye make without looking like you've gone 3 rounds with Joe Frazier" In other words don't overdo it. Subtle is the word here!
- How to Wear Make Up and Still Look Natural (Part 1)
[Health-and-Fitness:Beauty] Some people have told me they like to let their facial skin breathe. Well don't worry about it! There's plenty of skin on your body, let the rest of it do the breathing! Your skin is fed from the inside and won't suffer so long as you make sure you cleanse at the end of the day.
You can actually create a natural look using make up. That way you can have that clean fresh appearance while being able to disguise those flaws that you dislike!
- Do Your Dreams Have a Hidden Meaning?
[Health-and-Fitness] Have you ever told people, "I never dream"? Well you're wrong. The fact is everybody dreams every night. You just may not be able to remember your dreams.
Don't worry too much if this is the case. Not remembering dreams doesn't mean you're abnormal or unnatural in any way. While most people do remember their dreams, the memory is fleeting and occurs mainly when the sleeper first awakens.
- The Main Cause of Insomnia?
[Health-and-Fitness] Insomnia can have many causes, but the main cause is worry and stress. Learn how to relax your mind at the end of the day and sleep is bound to follow.
- Nightmares? Night Terrors? What's the Difference?
[Health-and-Fitness] There is a huge difference between nightmares and night terrors. There is also a difference in the way they are best handled by the parent or caregiver.
- Lunesta ...... miracle sleeping pill?
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] Lunesta! It even sounds festive doesn't it ? And it appears that with this sleep medication, there may well be cause for celebration!
Tests have so far shown good results especially for those with chronic, long term insomnia
- Sleep and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] There's no doubt that improving the quality of your sleep can lessen the effect of CFS. But it's a "chicken and egg" situation. Does improving the quality of our sleep help CFS? Or is it the other way around? This article attempts to untangle some answers to that question and present the facts.
Intended as information only, qualified medical advice should always be sought.
- Detox - Does It Improve Your Skin?
[Health-and-Fitness:Detoxification] So what is detoxification (detox)? To put it very simply it's "getting the garbage (toxins) out of your body without putting any more in". Toxins can be heavy metals, pesticides, too much vitamin A or chemical residues from the polluted air we breathe or the junk food we eat.
- Why a Self Help Book May Not Help You
[Self-Improvement:Coaching] I've read just about every self help book on the planet. I had a heap of information but not much else. Coaching has translated my knowledge into action! At last I'm making progress, not to mention money.
- The Threadlift Facelift is Here
[Health-and-Fitness:Beauty] A face lift used to be the only option open to those who wished for personal or professional reasons to restore a youthful glow to their faces. Other treatments such as laser surgery or chemical peels have no effect. Fortunately another option has appeared - the threadlift.
- Can We Sleep For Three Hours and Still Function Normally?
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] The polyphasic sleep concept is based upon the fact that we have a 4 hour ultradian rhythm operating alongside our normal 24 hour cycle. This ultradian rhythm means that we go through a complete mini-cycle every 4 hours. Usually at the following times: 4am, 8am, noon, 4pm, 8pm and midnight. Have you ever experienced dip in energy at 4pm?
- A Cheap and Natural Way to Healthy Skin
[Health-and-Fitness:Beauty] Healthy skin happens when we eat good foods, have enough exercise, minimize stress and protect our skin from the harsh environment.
- Sensitive Skin Needs a Lot of TLC
[Health-and-Fitness:Beauty] Do you dread trying to find a cosmetic because you know that chances are its going to cause your skin to burn and turn red? Do you have a bathroom cupboard full of creams and lotions that you have only used once or twice because they reacted badly with your face? Then you have sensitive skin which is probably the most frustrating skin type to have. So how do you deal with it?
- Are You Getting Too Much Sleep?
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] Getting too much sleep is not normally a problem in today's fast paced lifestyle. However it is possible to confuse quantity of sleep with quality of sleep. We need the latter!
- Want Better Sleep? Here's 10 Useful Tips
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] Its too easy to rely on sleep medication when we can't go to sleep. That's ok in the short term but it can be habit forming. Sleep medications also have side effects. Find out what's causing the problem first, but in the meamtime, try these sleep tips.
- Sleep Deprivation, What Are The Consequences?
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] Hundreds of thousands of us suffer from sleep deprivation from time to time or all the time. While some of us sleep less by choice, (too busy, full social life) others suffer from some form of sleep disorder and cannot get the sleep they need...Its important to get help because sleep deprivation has nasty consequences.
- Sunblock. Your Most Important Cosmetic
[Health-and-Fitness:Beauty] We pay a lot of money for our cosmetics and rightfully expect them to perform for us. We expect them to erase wrinkles, make our skin softer and make us look younger. Sometimes they work but not always. But did you know there is one cosmetic that will dramatically slow the aging process?
- Smoking, Can it Harm My Skin?
[Health-and-Fitness:Beauty] Is there a connection between smoking and skin health? Yes there are a few ways smoking can harm skin. Some are obvious, others less so.
- Should I Have A Face Lift?
[Health-and-Fitness:Beauty] Questions to consider before spending a lot of money on a face lift.
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