Decrease Your Chances of Having a Heart Attack with Less Salt

January 25, 2010
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Reducing the daily salt intake could help decline the risk of having heart attack and other heart related problems.

According to a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine, cutting the daily salt intake by 3 grams or about 1,200 milligrams of sodium could reduce the risk of heart diseases.

Excessive salt intake is associated with high blood pressure or hypertension that damages the arteries.  Damaged arteries could lead to heart disease, stroke and other heart problems.

The U.S Department of Health and Human Services recommends that an adult should limit their daily salt intake to 5.8 grams or about 2,300 milligrams of sodium.  But studies have shown that an American…

Experiencing Sleep Apnea?

January 16, 2010
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Based from The National Institute of Health, millions of people worldwide are suffering from sleep apnea. When you have this condition, your airway is blocked when sleeping. It is chronic and disturbs sleep 3 or more nights per week. Those individuals who experience sleep apnea stop breathing multiple times during sleep which results to not enough rest making them groggy and tired throughout the day.

With the help of a family doctor, diagnose this condition as early as possible. After standard tests, the patient will then be referred to a sleep specialist to further assess the condition. Series of exams in determining sleep apnea could be tedious that is why many…

Step by Step Guidelines in Treating Those Pimples

January 16, 2010
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It is really annoying every time you see oozing zits on your forehead. Treating pimples vary per individual; some may work for you while others may not. You must first know what kind of acne you have. Light acne doesn’t require you to use a lot of products. On the other hand, heavy acne needs a dermatologist’s care. Here are some tips on treating pimples and preventing them.

1. You hands and hair are places where bacteria lurks so keep them off your face. Of course, you wouldn’t want bacteria contaminate your face.

2. To flush out toxins from your body system, drink ample amount of water and take Vitamin C and…

Make Your Memory Keen and Sharp!

January 16, 2010
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Forgetfulness distresses many people. It becomes more prominent as a person ages. Today, one cause of memory loss is the amount of stress we face everyday. Lack of sleep and nourishment are also other reasons. Fortunately, there are memory enhancement techniques to help us out.

A calm lifestyle is the key to retaining good memory. Being organized and keeping everything in order ensures less stress. The following are effective tips in enhancing memory.

1. Getting enough sleep. Inadequate amounts of rest make the brain inactive which leads to forgetfulness. Make sure to have 6-8 hours of sleep or some frequent naps will help.

2. Eating a healthy diet. Intake of healthy foods has…

Natural Herbs for Depression Cures

January 12, 2010
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Natural herbs as cure for depression are better than chemical anti depressants. Did you know that there are a number of herbs which helps alleviate a person who is feeling down?

Valerian Root

It works well as a sedative and used as a mood stabilizing agent in drugs. It is also more popular as a remedy for insomnia and effective remedy for depression as well as anxiety. It is a good alternative to benzodiazepine drugs. This is amongst top notch when it comes to herbs for depression and anxiety.

Kava Kava

According to studies has been useful in treating nervous disorders and insomnia. It is also supposed to be having a muscle relaxant, anesthetic,…

Walnut Oil Benefits!

January 12, 2010
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You’re missing a real treat if you have not tried walnut oil. Drizzle this oil over salad or on steamed vegetables. People are already raving about this oil because of its health benefits and its delicious taste.

Let’s dig into science. Walnut oil contains high levels of monounsaturated oils (omega 9) which help to keep your arteries supple, and also high levels of polyunsaturated oils (omega 3 and omega 6) which help to reduce inflammation, stabilize hormones and improve the skin. For people with eczema, a couple of teaspoons a day of this oil can be of great help.

However, many have been avoiding oils due to misconceptions that it contains high…

Improve Your Skin With These Skin Care Treatments

January 12, 2010
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Your largest organ deserves to be taken care well for it is exposed to the external environment. Exposure to air, water and dust may cause serious skin problems. To avoid skin problems, one should carry out a proper skin care routine.

First, you must know your skin type and tome. Certain treatments are designed for special types of skin. They can only work for specific skins, other skins can not use it otherwise they will affect the skin badly. Dry skins and oily skins are the two basic types of the skin. In case you have dry skin, then applying oily skin care treatments will make your skin drier.

It is best…

Treatments for Whiteheads

January 12, 2010
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Mostly, teenagers and young adults suffer from whiteheads. Just like blackheads and pimples, it is a type of acne. Whiteheads should be removed as soon as possible for it might turn into pimples. Fortunately, there are effective methods on how to get rid of those completely.

Whiteheads Treatment

Consult a dermatologist to find solution for whiteheads removal. One must understand that removing whiteheads cannot be done in an instant. It may take weeks and sometimes even months for a person to get fully cured from the problem.

Skin Care Routine

One must develop a skin care routine as an effective way of whiteheads treatment. Choose a gentle cleanser and wash your face at least…

All About Tiny Vampires – Bed Bugs

January 11, 2010
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Bed bugs can sneak up any where and infest your home. These tiny blood suckers are master travelers that can go around the world looking for their next meal. Then, the next morning, you wake up with some itchy, red, raised bumps that look like a mosquito bite. Learn more about bed bug bite symptoms, treatment and prevention.

Symptoms

A typical mosquito bite will be felt instantly like a sting. You will feel the mosquito suck your blood and feel itchy immediately. But in case of a bed bug bite symptom, you will not feel the bed bug bite for about one hour. The bed bug has anesthetic saliva that contains anticoagulant…

10 Eye Myths and Facts You Must Know!

January 6, 2010
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Ever heard of the statement “eat your carrots, they’ll make your eyesight better” or “don’t sit so close to the television or you’ll go blind”? Some are even as bizarre as “if you sneeze with your eyes open, they’ll stay that way forever”. So how can you separate fact from myth? Better to get the facts, so here are some common eye myths revealed.

1. Myth: Eating carrots will improve your vision.

Fact: Let’s clear up the carrot myth once and for all. Carrots are high in beta-carotene, an essential nutrient for your health, but carrots, no matter how great the quantity, will not improve your eyesight.

2. Myth: Sitting too close to…