Lemongrass Health Benefits and Medicinal Properties

I love the sweet citrus fragrance of lemon grass in Tom Yum soup, but I didn't know of its analgesic properties until I mentioned a nagging lower back pain to a Thai friend. She said that to relieve back pain, boil four handfuls of lemon grass leaves in 4 cups water for 5 minutes. Add to a bathtub of lukewarm water, and soak yourself in it. True enough, the herbal bath worked wonders and I felt a lot better the next morning. Click to continue

Dangerous Ingredients Lurking in Your Toothpaste

You may not believe this, but it's true. While toothpaste cleans and whitens your teeth, it also comes with hidden health dangers. Dental hygiene products that your family uses everyday may contain toxins that are associated with cancer, blindness, and even death. Click to continue

Stomach Bloating Natural Remedies

Life is unfair. Bloating seems to affect women more than men, and nobody knows what really causes it. A large meal can make your belly bloat and look bigger than normal, but did you know that stomach bloating can also occur for a variety of reasons? And, what can you do if you feel bloated? Click to continue

Exercise Ideas for Overweight People

Exercise is one of the best ways to lose weight naturally. However, for some people, particularly the overweight or obese, exercise is not an easy thing to do. Carrying too much weight can make workouts challenging. Many big people have bad knees or are unable to bend or move in the same way that other people can, and fear looking fat and silly. Click to continue

10 Tips to Improve Memory Power

Age certainly affects memory. You remember events less clearly and forget easily. You want better memory and fear losing the memory you have. Learning how to improve memory is really easy once you know the techniques. And, I'll show you ways to boost memory without losing your mind over it! Click to continue

5 Keys to Eating Healthy Fats for Weight Loss

We're always being told we should only put good healthy stuff into our bodies, but is it ok to eat fats? Most of us avoid fat in an attempt to lose weight yet emerging research shows that fat is a necessary part of a balanced diet. We need healthy fats to lose weight, for disease prevention and to feel satiated. Click to continue

Get Enough Calcium Without Dairy

Most of us know that dairy foods such as milk, cheese and yogurt contain calcium. But what if you're lactose intolerant, you don't drink milk, or you simply don't like the taste or milk? How can you get enough calcium without dairy? Actually, milk isn't the only, or the best source of calcium, there are many other calcium rich foods. Click to continue

4 Powerful Anti-Aging Herbs

Everybody knows nobody can stop aging. But did you know there are certain natural herbs scientifically proven to have anti-aging properties? Anti-aging herbs can slow down the effects of aging and in some cases even reverse the damage on your body caused by a stressful lifestyle. Click to continue

4 Breast Exercises that Really Firm and Tone Your Bustline

The safest and easiest way to make breasts look bigger without surgery, and firm a sagging bustline is to do breast lifting exercises. As women get older, their skin loses elasticity and their breasts begin to sag. Breast exercises strengthens the pectoral (chest) muscles and keeps breasts from drooping, giving them a perkier, fuller appearance. Click to continue

How to Protect Your Teeth from Acid Erosion

Oranges, yogurt, and miso are good for you. But did you know that certain foods you eat and beverages you drink can lead to serious dental problems over time? Acidic foods and drinks such as citrus fruits, fruit juices, sports drinks, sodas and kefir are a cause of tooth erosion (enamel erosion), and can be particularly harmful to your teeth. Click to continue

Coconut Oil Health and Beauty Benefits

Move over olive oil, coconut oil is creating a buzz in health food stores these day. The health and beauty benefits of consuming coconut oil have been recognized in many parts of the world, especially in India and Asia for thousands of years. Why is coconut oil so highly valued as a source of both food and medicine? Let's find out more... Click to continue

Hula Hoop Exercises to Lose Weight

Hula Hoop exercise is no mere fad. Hooping a popular form of aerobic activity that can help firm, tone and burn body fat. According to the American Council on Exercise, you can burn approximately 200-400 calories if you work out for 30 minutes. For people who are overweight, and have trouble with any exercise program, you may want to consider hooping to lose weight. Click to continue

Healthy Snacks for Weight Loss

One very common question I often get from readers who're trying to lose weight is, "Can I snack while dieting?". Yes, you can. In fact, snacks can be helpful in your weight loss program if you pick the healthy ones. They supply your body with energy throughout the day, and keeps binge eating in check. Click to continue

How To Stop and Control Blushing

When a child blushes, it's cute. But when you blush easily for no reasons, it's embarrassing. Blushing is a natural response in social situations that make you feel uncomfortable or anxious. Click to continue

Health Benefits of Chia Seeds

Would you believe that seeds, especially chia seeds offer a host of astounding mental and physical health benefits? No kidding. If consumed as a part of your diet, you may experience greater energy, stamina, endurance and even weight loss. So what makes chia seeds the next superfood that's superior and more popular than flaxseed? Click to continue

Male Menopause (Andropause) Symptoms and Treatment

My father never talked to me about male menopause and what andropause symptoms can do to a man, mentally, physically and emotionally. Maybe, he didn't know male menopause existed. But the truth is, andropause is real and it's not simply about aging. Let's look at how to identify and deal with the symptoms male menopause (andropause or viropause). Click to continue

Improve Bad Posture with Posture Correction Exercises

Your mom was right when she told you "Don't slouch, stand up straight!". And for good reasons. Having the correct posture is important; it promotes better body movement, keeps bones in healthy alignment and takes strain off muscles and joints. If you slouch, you tend to get severe neck and back pains sooner or later in life. Use these simple yet effective techniques to improve poor posture today. Read More

Leg Toning Exercises at Home for Women

Legs seem to be quite a problem for many women. And, if you can't find the time to go to the gym for a workout, you can still shape your legs by performing leg toning exercises at home. Knowing the best techniques to use in an enclosed setting will give you gym quality workout from the comfort of your own home. Read More

Aging Eye Problems

Few people realize how fast their eyesight deteriorates. As we age, a number of eye problems are also likely to occur – blurry vision, floaters, cataract, glaucoma and age-related macular degeneration are some of the most common eye diseases associated with aging. Regular eye check-ups can help you detect many eye disorders in their early stages, and prevent vision loss. Read More

What Do Pap Smear Results Mean

If your pap smear results come back abnormal, do not panic. It does not necessarily indicate that you have cervical cancer. It is important for you to understand what do pap smear results mean. Read More