Germ Theory - Discovery, History and New Developments in Health

Health Issues Connected to The Use Of Powdered Latex Gloves
Written by: Davin Abernathy | Distributed: 2006-07-26 | Word Count: 740 | Page Views: 803 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 1.67
Latex gloves have long been a standard in the medical field to protect healthcare workers and patients from infections and disease transmission. Yet, some people have noticed having allergic reactions after using "powdered latex" gloves.

The History And Evolution Of Medical Grade Latex Gloves
Written by: Davin Abernathy | Distributed: 2006-06-16 | Word Count: 966 | Page Views: 1442 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 2.55
We all know what latex gloves are and why they are important, but many people do not realize how long people have been using medical gloves and the changes that they have gone through over the years. Believe it or not, latex gloves have been in use in the medical community since 1889.

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Losing Weight - Take Control of Late Night Snacking
Written by: Larry Tobin | Distributed: 2010-02-03 | Word Count: 900 | Page Views: 36
When it's late at night it's all too easy for that snack to be something calorie-laden, like a big bowl of ice cream. Unfortunately this is a decision that sets many people back. Yet like every other behavior we've discussed, we can control late night snacking through the formation of healthy, specific habits. It can be as easy as 1-2-3, as we've outlined below.

Understanding PE in Men: Is It a Psychosomatic or Physical Condition?
Written by: Bud Castillo | Distributed: 2010-02-03 | Word Count: 1730 | Page Views: 49 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 5.00
Notice: The information in this article is being provided to help couples to understand the realities of premature ejaculation in sexual health, and the available treatments for it. If you are disturbed by this topic, please quit reading this article now.

Clinical Research Consulting, Inc Provides Clinical Research Monitoring Model That is Beneficial to Industry Sponsors
Written by: Lisa Mazurka | Distributed: 2010-02-02 | Word Count: 503 | Page Views: 40
Numerous pharmaceutical and biotechnology organizations use contract research organizations (CROs) to outsource the service of monitoring clinical trials. Clinical Research Consulting, Inc. (CRCI) has a model that is unique than most industry CROs. Many CROs are finding this alternative approach beneficial and more cost effective. This article will discuss the CRCI monitoring service model, what makes it unique and why it continues to grow amongst industry sponsors.

Losing Weight - A Pattern of Portion Control
Written by: Larry Tobin | Distributed: 2010-01-28 | Word Count: 928 | Page Views: 57 | Votes: 2 | Rating: 3.50
Managing our weight can be a tricky proposition. Unhealthy food choices surround us, we don't always have the opportunity to exercise, and society's system of three meals a day can send our metabolism into fits. Finding a way to take control is one of the most important steps that we can take in our battle to keep the pounds and the inches off our waistline.

Five Factors in Managing Diabetes Naturally
Written by: Janet Davis | Distributed: 2010-01-26 | Word Count: 868 | Page Views: 61 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 5.00
Diabetes is one of the most common chronic illnesses, affecting millions of people worldwide and their diet has a great deal to say about how the condition will continue to affect them. Proper diet can help prevent the onset of Type 2 diabetes, but even in patients who have been diagnosed with either condition, a healthy diet can reduce the side effects and secondary illnesses that tend to crop up. Here are five factors to consider when managing diabetes.

Losing Weight - Redirecting Your Snacking Habit
Written by: Larry Tobin | Distributed: 2010-01-26 | Word Count: 929 | Page Views: 60 | Votes: 2 | Rating: 4.50
Take on some smart snacking tactics - like the ones highlighted here - for six weeks to kick-start a lifelong habit of healthy eating and feeling great.

Weight Loss - Walking off the Pounds
Written by: Larry Tobin | Distributed: 2010-01-21 | Word Count: 879 | Page Views: 51 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 2.00
Walking is a near universal opportunity to burn a few more calories every day, everywhere we choose to go. It is the most basic exercise. We move muscles, and those muscles burn calories as we go. But it's such an automatic thing to do that we often forget the benefits that a good walking routine can provide us. So, let's take a look at five quick ways we can take advantage of our walking habit without going out of our way.

Four Nutrients For Healthy Eyes
Written by: Janet Davis | Distributed: 2010-01-19 | Word Count: 857 | Page Views: 58 | Votes: 2 | Rating: 4.50
Sight is incredibly important and, just like any other function of the body, is largely dependent upon proper nutrition. However, it also may be a part of our nutrition that we don't actively think about supporting. Here, we discuss four key nutrients that can help bolster eye health.

Weight Loss: How to Factor in Food Labels
Written by: Julie J. Price | Distributed: 2010-01-19 | Word Count: 906 | Page Views: 58 | Votes: 2 | Rating: 2.00
A key tool in gathering information for weight loss s the nutrition label found on the packaging of almost every piece of food we buy. Knowing how to read this label is a vital skill that should be part of every grocery-shopping trip. Here, we give you the skinny on what to look for, so you can quickly get the info you need and get going.

Eating Healthy While Saving Money
Written by: Janet Davis | Distributed: 2010-01-14 | Word Count: 730 | Page Views: 60 | Votes: 2 | Rating: 3.00
Today, when everyone wants to watch their budget, cost cutting is the name of the game and our diets frequently suffer as a result. However, there are a number of ways to save money and still eat reasonably healthy foods, rather than sacrificing one for the other.

Bone Density and Your Well Being
Written by: Kamau Austin | Distributed: 2006-06-15 | Word Count: 685 | Page Views: 29369 | Votes: 37 | Rating: 2.62
We spend a lot of time and energy thinking of ways to reduce our weight but we need to think about the bones that form the basic structure of the very same body. Bone density is an important factor in helping us stay young and on our toes. Bone density needs to be checked as we age and if found low, adequate measures need to be taken to improve it.

President Given the Cure for Herpes and Cold Sores ?
Written by: James Kaylon McIntyre | Distributed: 2006-11-09 | Word Count: 404 | Page Views: 10297 | Votes: 13 | Rating: 2.46
Viraway was founded by a man who is in his 70s today. As a Young man he suffered from acute cold sores. The discomfort was so severe that he thought they would never go away. A native American Indian gave him a tribal mixture of herbs and told him that this mixture would eliminate the cold sores with in two weeks...

Two years after 60 Minutes - Is Authentic Hoodia Available?
Written by: Dan Nessel | Distributed: 2006-10-25 | Word Count: 733 | Page Views: 10006 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.22
In November of 2004, 60 Minutes praised Hoodia Gordonii for its ability to suppress appetite. Within days of the segement, everyone and their mother were claiming to have "real" hoodia for sale. The question remains - is any authenic Hoodia available?

Non- Surgical Options for Treating Hair Loss
Written by: Robert M. Bernstein M.D., F.A.A.D | Distributed: 2007-10-01 | Word Count: 1088 | Page Views: 6218 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.00
The search for new ways to help those suffering from hair loss has captured word-wide attention. Some new techniques and products have been proven to be of benefit, while others have simply played on the emotional strings of those who suffer from the problem.

Flax Oil And Gynecomastia
Written by: Will Brink | Distributed: 2006-06-06 | Word Count: 678 | Page Views: 4675 | Votes: 17 | Rating: 2.47
Q: Dear Will, I remember in your book "Priming the Anabolic Environment" you recommended flax oil as a possible way to treat gynecomastia or "bitch tits" in men and I know you recommend flax oil losing fat and general health also. Would flax have equal benefits for athletic women like me who lift weights and do you still think it helps with gyno?

Your Lifestyle and Your Risk for Bladder Cancer
Written by: Jon M. Stout | Distributed: 2006-12-06 | Word Count: 937 | Page Views: 4239 | Votes: 3 | Rating: 2.00
Each year more and more research is conducted on how to reduce your risk of developing cancer. For some forms of cancer, it's fairly simple to understand how to reduce risk. For example, we know that most lung cancer victims are smokers, and that many cases of skin cancer are caused by unprotected over exposure to the sun. For other cancers, understanding how to reduce our risk is not so simple, because we don't really understand what causes them.

The Natural Approach for Healing Acid Reflux Disease
Written by: Charles Stewart Richey | Distributed: 2006-07-24 | Word Count: 552 | Page Views: 4124 | Votes: 16 | Rating: 3.31
Acid reflux drugs constitute a multi-billion dollar a year industry. Millions of people take these dangerous drugs and the mega pharma grow richer at our expense. We can fight back by learning how to heal ourselves by natural means.

Losing Weight Without Gaining Stretch Marks
Written by: Kamau Austin | Distributed: 2006-12-11 | Word Count: 579 | Page Views: 4042 | Votes: 20 | Rating: 2.05
Few things can make us as elated as seeing the pounds melt way through our efforts of eating less and exercising more. We gain new confidence and vitality as we watch our waistlines reappear and become reacquainted with the tops of our feet. But as the weight falls away we can be plagued by a new assault - one we did not see coming - stretch marks.

That 1970's Look
Written by: Kamau Austin | Distributed: 2006-06-27 | Word Count: 665 | Page Views: 4017 | Votes: 14 | Rating: 1.86
During the 70s it was quite fashionable to have eyes which were darkly made up with heavy black or brown eye shadow. The "raccoon-look" was worn by celebrities, models, and movie stars. But, as we know, fashion trends come and go, and the day of the deeply ringed, overly made up, eyes is gone - at least for now.

Acne Diet Link Exposed: Is There an Acne Cure Diet that Works?
Written by: Mike Walden | Distributed: 2006-07-27 | Word Count: 1750 | Page Views: 3452 | Votes: 13 | Rating: 2.69
For years doctors have been claiming there is no connection between diet and acne. Yet evidence from recent studies clearly shows a link between the consumption of certain foods and the aggravation of acne. Does diet have a role in the management of acne and is there an acne cure diet that works?

The Role of Antioxidants in Good Health And Healthy Living
Written by: Cheryll Rice | Distributed: 2008-01-24 | Word Count: 718 | Page Views: 581 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 4.20
Everyone has heard about the importance of a balanced diet for maintaining good health. Similarly, everyone knows that they should be getting exercise - or at the very least adding more activity into their days. Getting a good night's sleep is essential - without it, you'll find that your immune system starts to slack off a bit and you put yourself at a greater risk for catching a cold or coming down with the flu. We all know what we should be doing, but let's be honest: we don't do it...

What Makes Tea So Effective At Preventing Heart Disease?
Written by: Jon M. Stout | Distributed: 2007-02-02 | Word Count: 812 | Page Views: 790 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 4.00
Many bodies of research have shown that tea is effective at preventing heart disease in several ways. Tea prevents the oxidation of LDL cholesterol into plaque, the hard substance that clogs our arteries, making us more susceptible to heart attacks and strokes. Tea is also thought to have an anti-inflammatory effect, which helps the heart in its overall function.

Which Full Face CPAP Mask is Best for You?
Written by: Chris Vasta | Distributed: 2009-09-01 | Word Count: 690 | Page Views: 438 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 4.00
If you've been diagnosed with Sleep Apnea, you are undoubtedly trying to narrow the choice of masks. If your mouth opens during sleep, one option would be full face CPAP masks. The full face CPAP mask is used to deliver pressure through both the nose and mouth. Trying to decide which full face CPAP mask to use can be complex and expensive. The number of mask options available is confounding. Based upon comfort, fit, good seal, and durability, we recommend the following three full face CPAP masks.

Concocting the Perfect Body Detox Plan
Written by: John Khu | Distributed: 2009-04-21 | Word Count: 588 | Page Views: 319 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.86
If you have recently made a committed resolve to stick to a body detox program, then it is best to get very well prepared for it. Otherwise, you might catch yourself doing some last-minute enjoyment and drowning yourself in your favorite food and drinks.

Want To Try Body Detox?
Written by: John Khu | Distributed: 2009-08-25 | Word Count: 595 | Page Views: 158 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.86
Ever since more and more people became aware of the harmful effects of improper diet and toxins to the body, body detoxification also became very popular. Although it is a fact that the body can detoxify by itself, it is also a fact that without the initiative of a person's mind to reinforce more action aside from the organs' functions, then the detoxification process will take a long time, or worse, not work at all.

What Do You Recommend For Male Pattern Baldness?
Written by: Will Brink | Distributed: 2006-05-30 | Word Count: 430 | Page Views: 973 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.83
Q: Hello Will, I am a bodybuilder who has been experiencing typical male pattern baldness for the past few years. A: Dear Josh, In fact, there is a single formula for hair loss, or male pattern baldness (MPB) that has virtually everything I would recommend and them some!

Heavier Weight Sometimes Equals Smaller Jeans
Written by: Kamau Austin | Distributed: 2007-02-07 | Word Count: 1005 | Page Views: 637 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.83
A concept many women sometimes have difficulty understanding is that a smaller weight does not always indicate a fitter body. Muscle mass is more dense than fat tissue. This means two women of the same height, weight, skeletal structure and body type may look drastically different.

Get a Great Night's Sleep
Written by: George Esser | Distributed: 2007-05-15 | Word Count: 597 | Page Views: 550 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.83
Reasons why we need magnesium supplements to get a great night's sleep. Research points to reduced restless leg syndrome and other sleep disorders.

Common Health Advantages of Colon Cleansing Treatments
Written by: Abel Travers | Distributed: 2007-12-14 | Word Count: 765 | Page Views: 575 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.83
Colon cleansing treatments are designed to better enable the body to release toxins that build up based on the types of foods that we eat, our habits - like smoking, drinking or lack of exercise - and the environment that we live in.

Neurotransmitter Testing: How It Help Depression, Anxiety and More
Written by: Anne Arthur | Distributed: 2006-08-03 | Word Count: 663 | Page Views: 935 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.80
Millions of people suffer from bipolar disorder, anxiety, panic attacks, depression and ADD/ADHD without a known cause. If you or someone you know suffers from anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, mania, ADD/ADHD or even panic attacks, you owe it to you to find the real cause of your problem. There are many natural treatments available that effectively combat these diseases.