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Fitness Equipment for the Office
Your office is practically your home away from home: you spend eight or more hours there everyday, eat at least one major meal at your desk, and usually keep some clothes there as well. Even though...Fitness for Free
All the cool kids go to the gym or so it sometimes seems. People are forking out hundreds of dollars per year for a membership that may be used rarely, if at all. Sure, the gym is great and all but...Fitness on the Road
Fitting in your workouts is tough enough during a normal workweek but when you have to be on the road it can be close to impossible to maintain a regular exercise schedule. How can you possibly keep...Five-Minute Fitness
Everyone has those days: the phone is ringing off the hook, your contribution for the quarterly report has disappeared off your desk and you were in such a hurry this morning you left your...Flax Facts - Naturally Healthy Properties of Flaxseed
Flax seeds are larger than sesame seeds with a hard shell that is smooth and shiny. It has colors that range from amber to reddish brown. Ground seeds feature a soft crunch and are easily absorbed....Flexibility for Everyone!
When you think about flexibility you probably imagine a yogi twisting his body into some impossible and slightly repellent yoga pose. In truth flexibility is much more than performing complicated...Flower Power - Healing properties from one of Nature's Beauties
Flowers are, perhaps, one of the most beautiful types of life on the planet. Throughout history, flowers have been used as medicine for their healing properties. Flowers are still used today in this...Food Labels: Fact or Fiction
It's a proven fact that a manufacturer is in business because they make a profit off the items they sell to the consumer. This has been a known fact since the inception of manufactured food. And...Foolproof Your Back From Injury
Oh, my aching back! It's a complaint everyone hears regularly. The back seems to be the prime target for injuries and stress, and practically everyone will experience a back injury at some point in...Four Ways to Fit More Fitness in Your Schedule
Life moves at the speed of light and everyone's schedules seem to be crammed full. When you have too much going on, is it even possible to fit exercise into the day? Fortunately exercise doesn't have...Fruit, Vegetables and Health
As a teen, most of us don't even care if we're eating right, or begin to understand the implications of poor eating habits. As we age, however, we do begin to notice the effects of improper...Getting Fit on the Road
Traveling for a living can be challenging enough but when you add in the complication of trying to stay fit at the same time, it can seem nearly impossible. The good news is that getting fit while on...Getting More Fitness in Your Schedule
Working fulltime can eat up more than forty hours per week for most workers and after family and other responsibilities, there's not much time left to take care of you. Fitness is important, though,...Grandma's Castor Oil Cure-All - What does it really do?
What does castor oil really do? First, we need to know what castor oil is and where it comes from. The castor oil plant originally came for India and the cure all that we know about from tales...Green with Envy - Ten Beneficial Properties of Green Tea
Asian cultures have used green tea for medicinal purpose throughout the course of time. Recent scientific studies, though, have shown many different benefits associated with green tea. Green tea is...Happening Hemp-10 Uses for this Hardy Plant
The industrial hemp plant is one of the oldest cultivated plants. It can be traces all the way back to 8000 BC in the Middle East and China. The fiber from the hemp plant was used to make a variety...Heal Thyself - The Secrets of Qi Gong
Modern medicine seems to be constantly challenged with the methods of alternative medicine, mainly when the modern medicine fails the patient. Qi Gong is a method of healing yourself, by discovering...Healthy Food Fast
It's Thursday afternoon, you have thirty minutes to get from work, go by the house and pickup Heath, Jamie's already at basketball practice, oh, and what about dinner? Does this scenario seem...Healthy, Great Tasting Food Alternatives
The next time you visit the grocery store, take the time to stop by the produce section. Instead of searching the snack cake aisle for your children's snacks, try an apple, or orange, or banana. ...Honey - Ten Naturally Sweet Cures to Try
Honey, especially mixed with cinnamon, can cure a multitude of ailments. Honey is produced in all parts of the world. Scientists of today believe honey can be used without any side affects for a...How Does Our Food Intake Affect Our Health?
We can examine some of the better foods, and offer advice as to what particular formulas make us the healthiest on average. On average, you need an hour of exercise and enough servings from all the...How Much is Enough?
As you study the food pyramid published by the USDA, we can examine some of the better foods, and try to decide what particular formulas make us the healthiest on average. The average person needs...How to Eat Right in 10 Minutes
It's Thursday afternoon, you have thirty minutes to get from work, go by the house and pickup Heath, Jamie's already at basketball practice, oh, and what about dinner? Does this scenario seem...Hydrotherapy - How to make H20 work for you
Hydrotherapy is using water to treat various types of medical conditions. This practice has been part of disease and health condition treatment for thousands of years. Many ancient cultures,...Hypnosis - Does it help or hurt your recovery?
Hypnosis is a deep state of mind that brings about intense concentration and relaxation. This form of natural healing has a long history of use; with there even being evidence to suggest that...In Love with Lavender - A Natural Calm
Lavender has become the most popular aromatic herb and has been labeled as the "queen of herbs." In fact, the year of 1999 was named as the "year of lavender." Lavender is one of the most used...Increasing Your Cardio Strength
Building cardiovascular strength and endurance should be a primary goal for all exercisers. When your cardiovascular system is toned and in good health, even the simplest everyday task becomes...Just the Essentials - The Top Ten Uses for Eucalyptus Oil
Eucalyptus is more than just that crafty stem of leaves used in wall decor and other home made crafts. Although these decorations add a fresh scent and attractive accent to your home, eucalyptus is...Less Food A Healthier You
The foods of the food pyramid are necessary for our optimal health. But in what quantities and which ones are the best? These are questions that must be tailored to our individual needs. And the...Listen to your Body - The Basics of Biofeedback
Biofeedback is using the power of the mind to improve health. Through biofeedback, health is improved without the use of medication. The ability to use mind power in this way has been demonstrated...Losing Weight on a Busy Schedule
You know you want to lose weight but when you're so busy running from home to work and back, how do you do it? Is it even possible with so much going on? You can lose weight while keeping a busy...Lower Fat Means Higher Carbs
Over the last thirty years, food nutritionists and the food industry as a whole have embraced the idea of lowering our fat intake. This was a direct result of the information published by the...Lowering Your Calorie Intake, Eating Healthier
The foods of the food pyramid are necessary for our optimal health. But in what quantities and which ones are the best? These are questions that must be tailored to our individual needs. And the...Magic Fingers-Five Benefits of Shiatsu Massage
Shiatsu massage, also known as acupressure, is a point-pressure massage using the fingers. It is designed to help regulate the flow of energy within the body. During a shiatsu massage, thumb,...Maintaining Fitness
When you're a busy professional and spend a lot of time at your desk, it can be difficult to stay fit with your crazy schedule. You worked hard to get in shape, though, so don't let it slip away...Massage Magic - Five Quick Techniques to Relieve Stress
Massage is one of the most natural remedies possible. In fact, at times, it is even out instinct to massage. If you have a sore neck, the first thing you will be to touch and rub it. It's the same...Men versus Women: Who's Healthier?
Study after study has been done to determine the answer to this question. Time after time, the results do not point to a clear winner. Have we stopped to question why this is so? Why is there no...Metabolism and Eating Habits
The body's metabolism is a unique process for each individual person. No two people metabolize food at the same rate therefore no two people have the metabolism. We all use our calories at...Mind over Matter - Practicing the Art of Hakomi
What do you get when you combine Eastern traditions of non-violence and mindfulness with a highly effective and unique Western methodology? You get the wonderful art of Hakomi. When your body's...More Fat, Less Carbs
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Over the last thirty years, food nutritionists and the food industry as a whole have embraced the idea of lowering our fat intake. This was a direct result of the information published by the...
