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1	The Role of Antioxidants in Good Health And Healthy Living Written by: Cheryll Rice | Distributed: 2008-01-24 | Word Count: 718 | Page Views: 1344 | 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...
2	What Makes Tea So Effective At Preventing Heart Disease? Written by: Jon M. Stout | Distributed: 2007-02-02 | Word Count: 812 | Page Views: 1544 | 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.
3	Which Full Face CPAP Mask is Best for You? Written by: Chris Vasta | Distributed: 2009-09-01 | Word Count: 690 | Page Views: 3642 | 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.
4	Neurotransmitter Testing: How It Help Depression, Anxiety and More Written by: Anne Arthur | Distributed: 2006-08-03 | Word Count: 663 | Page Views: 2212 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.86 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.
5	Concocting the Perfect Body Detox Plan Written by: John Khu | Distributed: 2009-04-21 | Word Count: 588 | Page Views: 1236 | 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.
6	Want To Try Body Detox? Written by: John Khu | Distributed: 2009-08-25 | Word Count: 595 | Page Views: 978 | 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.
7	Heavier Weight Sometimes Equals Smaller Jeans Written by: Kamau Austin | Distributed: 2007-02-07 | Word Count: 1005 | Page Views: 1592 | 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.
8	Get a Great Night's Sleep Written by: George Esser | Distributed: 2007-05-15 | Word Count: 597 | Page Views: 1312 | 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.
9	Colon Cancer: Risks and Prevention Written by: Abel Travers | Distributed: 2007-12-13 | Word Count: 785 | Page Views: 1096 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.80 Cancer: it's not a word that anyone really wants to hear. While not necessarily a death sentence, cancer is an illness that does have a high mortality rate depending on where in the body it strikes. Read on as we examine what can be done to head-off Colon Cancer, the third most common cancer.
10	A Comparison of Tattoo Removal Methods: Tattoo Removal Skin Peels Vs Tattoo Removal Creams Vs Tattoo Removal Using DermaBrasion Written by: Abe Granberry | Distributed: 2009-09-30 | Word Count: 1821 | Page Views: 2410 | Votes: 14 | Rating: 3.79 A friend and I, along with 3 other buddies, decided to try an experiment to remove tattoos that we have all had for many years. Over time we just decided we no longer liked what we saw on our arms, shoulders and chest so we decided to test all the varieties of tattoo removal except Laser because none of us could afford the price, plus we wanted to see for ourselves if the other products actually worked or were just marketing hype.
11	Green Tea May Positively Effect Stomach Cancer in Habitual Tea Drinkers Written by: Jon M. Stout | Distributed: 2006-11-06 | Word Count: 535 | Page Views: 1235 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.78 Stomach Cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the Western World. In fact, the American Cancer Society estimates that 22,228 Americans will be diagnosed with stomach cancer during 2006. They also project that there will be an estimated 11,430 deaths from this type of disease. Therefore, the search for a cure for this disease has been a long standing one. In the past, clinical researchers have hypothesized that drinking green tea may indeed inhibit stomach carcinogenesis, and a few case-studies with animals and human beings have successfully broadened this theory.
12	A Checklist Of Alternative Cancer Treatments and Cancer Therapies Written by: Eliot Beard | Distributed: 2009-04-24 | Word Count: 870 | Page Views: 819 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.75 Cancer, the life threatening disease is curable if detected at an early stage. It is usually treated by three methods which include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, surgical treatment or a combination of the above said treatments. But a lot of medical consumers have been looking towards alternative medicine and alternative cancer treatments to find a better solution to the cancer equation. In this article, we will document many of the suggested alternative cancer therapies...
13	Reversing Endothelial Dysfunction Written by: Marcus Stout | Distributed: 2007-01-10 | Word Count: 919 | Page Views: 2475 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 3.70 One of the precursors to atherosclerosis and heart disease is endothelial dysfunction. Because endothelial dysfunction can appear years before more serious heart disease symptoms, it is wise to try and repair this problem before it turns into something more serious.
14	Body Detox Tips: The Dos and Don'ts Written by: John Khu | Distributed: 2008-12-23 | Word Count: 496 | Page Views: 858 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 3.70 Most people know about detoxing, but do they know that there are things that we should and shouldn't do? If not, we will share some body detox tips today so that they will know whenever they decide to go on with a detox diet.
15	Don't Let Water Weight Weigh You Down Written by: Kamau Austin | Distributed: 2006-05-18 | Word Count: 517 | Page Views: 4843 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.67 Are you exercising regularly but still feeling overweight and heavy because of water retention? Don't worry. This is common for many women who exercise regularly.
16	Food As Medicine Touted As New Drug for Treating Chronic Illnesses Written by: Mark Hyman, M.D. | Distributed: 2008-03-31 | Word Count: 886 | Page Views: 966 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.67 Scientists have discovered a powerful new drug that may help cure all chronic illnesses. It is a drug you take every day.
17	Common Health Advantages of Colon Cleansing Treatments Written by: Abel Travers | Distributed: 2007-12-14 | Word Count: 765 | Page Views: 1304 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.63 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.
18	Body Building Myths That Must Die! Written by: Will Brink | Distributed: 2007-01-16 | Word Count: 1719 | Page Views: 1057 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.60 Every culture has its myths and bodybuilding is no exception. Like most myths, most are nine parts fantasy and one part truth, though of course, some myths have no truth to them at all. I have spent much of my career attempting to expose myths surrounding bodybuilding and topics that relate to it, such as drugs, nutrition and supplementation etc.
19	More Evidence That Tea Helps With Weight Loss Written by: Jon M. Stout | Distributed: 2007-04-09 | Word Count: 834 | Page Views: 1948 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.60 Every little bit of help is useful when you're trying to lose weight or keep your weight stable as you get older. Diet and exercise are still the most important components of weight loss and maintenance, but studies are showing that tea, particularly green tea, may be able to provide some assistance in losing weight and keeping it off.
20	Ten Sure Fire Ways To Crank Up Your Energy And Reduce Your Stress Written by: Mike April | Distributed: 2008-06-23 | Word Count: 1478 | Page Views: 881 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.60 Did you know the number 1 complaint doctors hear from their patience is that they have a lack of energy to get through the day.
21	Glutathione - Mind Games Written by: Mike April | Distributed: 2008-06-30 | Word Count: 1447 | Page Views: 912 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.60 I think the one thing that is overlooked for living to the max is taking care of our mind, our mental health. Our mental care is just as important as our physical care.
22	Green Tea's Effect On Body Fat Written by: Jon M. Stout | Distributed: 2007-04-12 | Word Count: 943 | Page Views: 1914 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.57 Losing weight is a subject on the minds of many. Our eat on the run, tv watching lifestyle has led many of us to have bigger waistlines than we'd like; and bigger waistlines than are healthy for us. In fact, the US Centers for Disease Control estimates that over 60 million Americans, or 30% of the adult population, are obese.
23	How To Maintain Your Bodybuilding Program Through The Holidays Written by: Hugo A Rivera | Distributed: 2007-12-05 | Word Count: 2271 | Page Views: 909 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.57 The holidays are approaching with Christmas leading the way followed by New Years not too far behind. During this time of joy and happiness unfortunately most people, including some of us bodybuilders, tend to forget about their bodybuilding workouts and nutrition plans. If thoughts of dumping your fitness and bodybuilding program have crossed your mind, allow me to remind you that this road only leads to a physique that could be used as a 'Before' picture on the latest fat burner ads.
24	A Breakthrough Solution For Insomnia Written by: Liz Beresford | Distributed: 2008-10-09 | Word Count: 427 | Page Views: 883 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.56 Are you having trouble sleeping? Do you go to bed at night and lie there unable to drop off? Or perhaps you fall asleep easily but wake again a few hours later? Insomnia can really put a damper on your days; nothing is quite so easy when you are always tired.
25	Make Your Face - a Portrait of Beauty Written by: Kamau Austin | Distributed: 2006-07-06 | Word Count: 606 | Page Views: 1520 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 3.50 Family portraits are precious keepsakes that can bring you joy forever. Creating a picture perfect portrait presentation is more a matter of proper planning than luck or inherent beauty. Do you think that your best features elude the camera's lens? A good picture has a lot to do with the right kind of lights, your photographer's abilities and your presentation. Here are a few tips to help you put your best face forward.
26	Holistically Healing Heartburn Written by: Charles Stewart Richey | Distributed: 2006-07-19 | Word Count: 780 | Page Views: 3201 | Votes: 14 | Rating: 3.50 Millions of people suffer from the symptoms of heartburn every day. Those with acute cases of heartburn may have a condition called acid reflux or gerd (gastroesophageal reflux disease).
27	Can Green Tea Improve Your Chances of Surviving Breast Cancer? Written by: Jon M. Stout | Distributed: 2006-11-22 | Word Count: 975 | Page Views: 1122 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.50 Breast cancer is one of the most frightening diseases faced by today's women. In fact, breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women, after nonmelanoma skin cancer. About 13% of American women will develop breast cancer at some point in their lifetime. And, it is the second leading cause of cancer death among women, after lung cancer.
28	Preventing Breast Cancer Recurrence with Green Tea Written by: Marcus Stout | Distributed: 2007-02-01 | Word Count: 845 | Page Views: 2208 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.50 In recent years, lots of research has been performed on green tea's ability to prevent and treat breast cancer. The news has been extremely promising; it appears that as we learn more, we'll eventually determine that green tea is, indeed, one of the simplest things we can do to protect breast health.
29	Tips for Doing a Safe Home Body Detox Written by: John Khu | Distributed: 2008-08-04 | Word Count: 542 | Page Views: 1006 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.50 If you are like most people, you have probably read in more than a few places that detoxification of the body can do wonders for a variety of medical conditions and if you have checked into you have probably found that there are a variety of elements that make doing a home body detox less than appealing.
30	Rheumatoid Arthritis Facts Written by: Cathy Q | Distributed: 2009-02-26 | Word Count: 432 | Page Views: 837 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.50 Rheumatoid arthritis is an inflammatory autoimmune disorder that attacks the joints. It can be chronic and affect more than one system. This means that other parts of your body can be involved. This article addresses the symptoms, progression, diagnosis and treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis.
31	Body Detox Diet Do's and Don'ts Written by: John Khu | Distributed: 2009-07-08 | Word Count: 529 | Page Views: 766 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.50 With so many body detox plans offered everywhere, it can be quite confusing which ones to follow and which ones to avoid. For something as important and as sensitive as a whole body detox, you should be able to arm yourself with the right kind of information.
32	Smoking: Is it Affecting Your Looks? Written by: Kamau Austin | Distributed: 2006-09-14 | Word Count: 685 | Page Views: 1682 | Votes: 13 | Rating: 3.46 Scientific advancements have brought about many welcome changes in our lives, but there are two sides to those advancements. Technology and modern advancements have encouraged people to develop some undesirable habits like smoking and drug and alcohol addiction. You build the cable of a habit one thread at a time. Every day you make choices that lead to habits. It can be hard to break the cycle of those choices.
33	Can Drinking Tea Make You Live Longer? Written by: Marcus Stout | Distributed: 2007-03-20 | Word Count: 874 | Page Views: 2951 | Votes: 13 | Rating: 3.46 Tea is the second most popular beverage in the world, after water. Asian cultures drink gallons of green, oolong and other teas, and the Brits consume large quantities of black tea. In fact, everywhere in the world, tea is a regular part of life. In many cases, we drink tea because we like it, but as it turns out, it may be extremely healthy for us, too.
34	Oyster Extract Improves Men's Sexual Health Written by: Stephen Kavanagh | Distributed: 2008-06-26 | Word Count: 851 | Page Views: 12437 | Votes: 38 | Rating: 3.45 Description of the benefits of taking oyster extract powder for good sexual health in men and women. Details of the features and benefits, the different brands, the alternatives and advice on choosing the right oyster extract product.
35	Think Twice: Tattoos Could Last A Lifetime Written by: Eileen Howerton | Distributed: 2009-07-07 | Word Count: 595 | Page Views: 1225 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 3.45 Tattooing yourself seems like a really cool idea when you're young, but the reality is permanently staining your body with ink is a horrible idea. There are so many reasons to think twice, before going to the tattoo shop.
36	Is There Any Supplements Research To Look Forward To? Written by: Will Brink | Distributed: 2006-05-19 | Word Count: 1226 | Page Views: 1136 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.43 It does seem like there has been a lull in new and useful research looking at building muscle, but it does exist. Research looking into fat loss has been a lot more interesting and there may be some very interesting natural and pharmaceutical drugs coming out in the very near future.
37	Green Tea's Benefits to Cardiovascular Health Written by: Marcus Stout | Distributed: 2007-01-30 | Word Count: 807 | Page Views: 1915 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.43 Most of us know that one of the leading contributors to heart disease is high cholesterol. And, we've all been told to limit our saturated fats to help lower our cholesterol levels. But, what you may not realize is that simply drinking green tea you can help reduce the effects of the cholesterol in your diet, and reduce your risk of heart disease, too.
38	Understanding Thyroid Function Written by: Kamau Austin | Distributed: 2007-02-01 | Word Count: 706 | Page Views: 1391 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.43 The thyroid is a small gland located on the windpipe which primarily regulates the metabolism. However, many other bodily functions are controlled by the thyroid. Growth, fertility, body temperature, cholesterol levels, appetite, brain function, memory, vision and coordination are all influenced by the function of the thyroid.
39	Tips for Losing Weight the Right Way! Written by: Tom Carhart | Distributed: 2008-02-27 | Word Count: 922 | Page Views: 810 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.43 No one wants to feel like they are not beautiful, handsome, fit and attractive. This is the main reason that people pursue weight loss options. Of course you want to feel great about yourself, but it's important to feel great about your health as well. Losing weight helps reduce your risk for diabetes, stroke, heart disease and more. If you've considered using different methods in order to get back to a healthy weight, or simply to maintain the healthy weight you're at, here are some great tips for losing weight the right way!
40	Body Detox Recipe Mix and Match Written by: John Khu | Distributed: 2009-07-15 | Word Count: 526 | Page Views: 870 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.43 Imagine a life that is free from the shameful pains of constipation. Imagine having a smooth, spotless, and glowing skin. Imagine having all the energy to finish a day's job and still be full of life at night. Imagine delicious blueberry oat muffins that melt in your tongue. The latter is just one body detox recipe that is not only nutritious but very beneficial as well.
41	Tea: What Is Jasmine Tea? Written by: Marcus Stout | Distributed: 2007-06-08 | Word Count: 939 | Page Views: 2741 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 3.42 One of the tea blends you simply cannot miss is Jasmine tea. If you've never tried it, you're missing a real treat. Much of the world has already discovered the fragrance and flavor of Jasmine tea. In fact, it is the most popular Chinese flavored tea.
42	The Real Anti-Aging Diet - Part 2 Written by: Kamau Austin | Distributed: 2006-11-22 | Word Count: 675 | Page Views: 927 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.40 Trans fats are in the news daily. And the rate at which products that contain them are being pulled from supermarket shelves is an indication of just how serious a threat to good health they are. Trans fats are distinctly pro-inflammatory in the body.
43	Prostate Cancer Preventers Written by: Marcus Stout | Distributed: 2007-01-25 | Word Count: 803 | Page Views: 1718 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 3.40 One of the forms of cancer of most concern to men is prostate cancer. Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men, after skin cancer, and is the third leading cause of cancer death in men, after colorectal cancer and lung cancer. One in six men will get prostate cancer in his lifetime and over 200,000 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer this year.
44	Can Drinking Green Tea Prevent the Flu? Written by: Jon M. Stout | Distributed: 2007-01-25 | Word Count: 820 | Page Views: 1798 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 3.40 In the U.S. alone, between 25 and 50 million people get the flu each year. 150,000 people are hospitalized and 30,000-40,000 die. So, it's clear that getting the flu is a significant health concern. Most of those who are hospitalized or die from the flu are the very young and the very old; so flu prevention is even more essential for this population group. If you're concerned about preventing the flu virus this year, here are some things you can do to reduce your risk.
45	Acid Reflux Symptoms – The Miraculous Chia Seed Remedy! Written by: Charles Stewart Richey | Distributed: 2007-12-20 | Word Count: 855 | Page Views: 2463 | Votes: 15 | Rating: 3.40 A new miracle food has been rediscovered after thousands of years. Chia seed is the perfect food for everyone. It is certainly a Godsend for the acid reflux sufferer in so many ways. So try chia seed now. You have nothing to loose but a little weight. You could improve your digestion and overall health. It's certainly worth a try.
46	A Winning Diet As the Best Body Detox Tip for a Healthier You Written by: John Khu | Distributed: 2009-07-31 | Word Count: 522 | Page Views: 762 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 3.40 Natural body detox removes toxic products from the different parts of the body. You might want to consider doing it, especially if you are feeling a lot of symptoms associated with declining health. In any way, if you want to cleanse your body from all the toxins that might be stored inside you, then you are better off by following some tips that are truly helpful in achieving a successful body detox.
47	Tea: Ordering White Persian Melon Tea Online Written by: Jon M. Stout | Distributed: 2007-05-30 | Word Count: 946 | Page Views: 2098 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.38 Whether you've been drinking tea for years or are new to this category of beverages, you simply must introduce yourself to white tea. White tea's light and delicate flavor appeals to most everyone, including people who find black teas too strong.
48	Breast Enlargement Through Natural Herbal Supplements - Is It Safe? Written by: Asep Komara Sanjaya | Distributed: 2008-03-11 | Word Count: 342 | Page Views: 980 | Votes: 13 | Rating: 3.38 Are you interested in larger breasts? Are you trying to take your look to the next level? If so, you are not alone. There are thousands of women the world over who are interested in larger breasts. Not only do they think that this is attractive, but they also know that men love this as well. But when it comes down to it, enlarging your breasts is not always the easiest thing to do.
49	Green Tea: The Best Medicine for High Cholesterol? Written by: Jon M. Stout | Distributed: 2006-12-08 | Word Count: 999 | Page Views: 1574 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.33 It was reportedly discovered by a Chinese emperor some 40 centuries ago. And, legend has it, the discovery was purely by accident. But that coincidental discovery has improved the health of people around the world, who have turned to green tea in particular to help soothe their pains, improve their digestion, alleviate their depression, boost their immune system, and perhaps even lengthen their lives. But what is it that makes green tea so beneficial to human health?
50	Zap Those Stretch Marks After Delivery Written by: Kamau Austin | Distributed: 2006-12-06 | Word Count: 639 | Page Views: 2721 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.33 What a joy a new baby is! From before the first kick, we anxiously await the arrival of these "bundles of joy". And once they arrive we are often totally shocked by the love and instant bonding we, as mothers, feel. After months of unseen nurturing, we finally come face to face with these little wonders of the womb.