Archive for March 2006

Health Roundup: Gambling with drugs, Squaretrade failures and counterfeit drugs (satire)

Mar 31st, 2006 | By admin | Category: Health News

The following true story is almost too hilarious to hear sitting down. Prepare to leave your seat. A retired doctor from Austin, Texas named Max Wells is suing multiple drug companies and casinos for $14 million to recoup losses he suffered as a result of — get this — prescription drug side effects…



Protein Supplements

Mar 30th, 2006 | By admin | Category: Health News

Our body needs eight essential amino acids that can only be obtained from protein supplementsProtein is essential for our growth and development. It provides the body with energy and is needed to manufacture hormones, antibodies, enzymes, and tissues such as muscle. When a protein is consumed through the diet, the body breaks it down into [...]



Those tummies, thighs and hips! concluded…

Mar 30th, 2006 | By admin | Category: Weight Loss & Nutrition, Wellness & Lifestyle Articles

WHAT YOU CAN DO?Well, so how many options are we left with when it comes to losing that unsightly flab that is more genetic than anything else? Plenty. And here we list some:

Lose weight: If you have bulging fat depots and are also overweight, then the first step is to try and lose weight so [...]



Those tummies, thighs and hips!

Mar 30th, 2006 | By admin | Category: Weight Loss & Nutrition, Wellness & Lifestyle Articles

Are these your trouble spots?
Here’s how you can get rid of the fat deposits
The physical composition of Indians is such that the moment they gain even a few grams it begins to show, especially on their tummy, thighs and hips. So it’s not surprising that most Indian women hit the gym because they want [...]



YOGA FOR THE UPPER BODY - VIII

Mar 30th, 2006 | By admin | Category: Wellness & Lifestyle Articles

This is the last article focusing on the upper body. By now you should be feeling the difference and feeling your muscles more toned than when you started. Today’s asana’s strengthen the arms, wrists and upper body and leg muscles. They also help develop a sense of physical balance and nervous control. Remember, to see [...]



Bicycle Seats and Erectile Dysfunction

Mar 29th, 2006 | By admin | Category: Erectile Dysfunction, Health Articles, Men's Health, Wellness & Lifestyle Articles

Interesting question from the message board:
My husband, since training for a 100 mile bicycle ride, has had trouble maintaining an erection. He says he has full sensation and is able to ejaculate even while soft. During the longer training rides, he would complain “my balls are numb”. We haven’t ridden more than just a [...]



YOGA FOR THE UPPER BODY - VII

Mar 29th, 2006 | By admin | Category: Wellness & Lifestyle Articles

Let’s continue with asanas that strengthen the arms, wrists, shoulders and shape the upper body. They also strengthen the back muscles, especially the lower back.Caution:

Those with high blood pressure, heart problems should not do these asanas.
Those with Tennis Elbow and wrist and elbow problems should also avoid them.
Those with frozen shoulder should take [...]



YOGA FOR THE UPPER BODY - VI

Mar 28th, 2006 | By admin | Category: Wellness & Lifestyle Articles

Today’s asanas focus not only on strengthening and toning the arms, shoulders, and chest, but also strengthen the lumbar region of the spine and Achilles tendons. Practised regularly, these exercises will strengthen and improve the overall shape of your upper body and give you a good posture.Caution:

Those with high blood pressure and heart problems [...]



YOGA FOR THE UPPER BODY - V

Mar 28th, 2006 | By admin | Category: Wellness & Lifestyle Articles

Today, let’s continue with asanas that focus on working the upper body. These asanas strengthen, tone and shape the upper body, the arm muscles - biceps and triceps, and shoulders and improve strength of the wrists. Caution: Those with tennis elbow or other wrist and elbow problems should not attempt these asanas.EXERCISE 1 • [...]



FIGHTING DISEASE OF THE IMMUNE SYSTEM

Mar 28th, 2006 | By admin | Category: Wellness & Lifestyle Articles

BETA GLUCAN
FIGHTING DISEASE OF THE IMMUNE SYSTEM
AMBROTOSE…RESEARCH, STATISTICS..PROVE ITS NOT AS GOOD AS OUR BETA GOLD!

Beta 1,3-D gulcan works by activating the immune cells known as macrophages. These macrophages trap and consume foreign substances in the body. Dr. Joyce K. Czop, M.D. at the Department of Rheumatology and Immunology at Harvard Medical School states, [...]



YOGA FOR THE UPPER BODY - IV

Mar 28th, 2006 | By admin | Category: Wellness & Lifestyle Articles

Today’s asanas strengthen and shape the upper body, improve wrist strength and tone the muscles of the arms, biceps and triceps. Caution: Those with Tennis Elbow and wrist and elbow problems should not do these asanas. Exercise 1• Lie flat on stomach, toes tucked in• Raise head and upper back, bend elbows and place level [...]



YOGA FOR THE UPPER BODY - III

Mar 28th, 2006 | By admin | Category: Wellness & Lifestyle Articles

I continue today with asanas that particularly strengthen and tone the arms, shoulders and upper body. Those of you who have not worked much on this area before may feel a little muscle soreness. This is natural and will go in a few days. Regular practice will strengthen this area.Caution:

Those with tennis elbow and [...]