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- About by: Robert Dave Johnston
October 20, 2009, 18:33
The fasting for weight loss blog is a collection of articles, tips and techniques for persons interested in fasting for weight loss and detoxification, as well…
- Blog Map by: Robert Dave Johnston
November 7, 2009, 21:17
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- Weight Loss (7)
General Articles Related to Weight Loss
- Tips for Boosting Your Metabolism by: Robert Dave Johnston
July 2, 2010, 23:11
Five pointers that can help keep your metabolism running smoothly for maximum weight loss and maintenance, whether fasting and/or dieting.
- Supplements That Can Help Tighten Flabby Arms by: Katherine Crawford M.S.
November 12, 2009, 02:51
Having bingo wings is not fun. And lots of nutrition companies know this. Thus, the market is flooded with sleeveless snake oil that really doesn't help.…
- Practical Tips To Help You Lose Weight by: Robert Dave Johnston
November 9, 2009, 18:52
Here are 77 tips to help you lose weight put together by colleague Aneel "Rob" Samuel.
- Custom Orthotics Can Relieve Plantar Fasciitis Foot Pain by: Dr. Brent Bowden
November 9, 2009, 11:32
How does plantar fasciitis occur and what can be done?
- Losing Weight With "Whole Body Vibration" Machines by: anthony flores
November 9, 2009, 00:48
Whole body vibration machines are a great way to help you lose weight fast. Its hard to believe that a vibration machine that shakes will help you shed those…
- Five Tips to Help You Get Rid of The Dreaded "Bingo Wings" by: Katherine Crawford M.S.
November 7, 2009, 18:10
Here are some practical tips to help you get rid of the excess upper arm flab/skin known as "Bingo Wings".
- Do Acai Berry Weight Loss Products Really Work? by: Theresa Trackers
November 6, 2009, 14:02
Acai berry weight loss products have been flooding the market lately. But can acai berries really help with weight loss? And, if it is not just a lot of hype,…
- Tips for Boosting Your Metabolism by: Robert Dave Johnston
- Diet & Nutrition (8)
Diet & Nutrition Related Articles
- Hypertension Diet - Foods To Be Avoided if you're on This Diet. by: Robert Dave Johnston
September 6, 2010, 18:02
Raised blood pressure is a standard thing among a lot of folks. So to control your pressure level you want an elevated blood pressure diet. If you consume…
- SAMe by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 13, 2010, 00:50
Also known as: SAM-e, S-adenosylmethionine The supplement SAMe is a synthetic form of a compound formed naturally in the body from the essential amino acid…
- The Real Foods Diet by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 10, 2010, 06:42
Eating should be a lifelong process of nourishing yourself. Strict dieting, fad diets such as the Atkins diet, drastic diets, rigid food monitoring, or…
- The Metabolic Type Diet by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 10, 2010, 03:36
In the 1930's, dentist Weston Price began expeditions around the world and uncovered the link between modern eating habits and chronic degenerative diseases.…
- Food & Aging - Eating Right is The Key by: Robert Dave Johnston
July 19, 2010, 20:36
Seniors need fewer calories, and everything you eat should be based on weight gain and the nutrients that can maintain or boost your immune system and keep you…
- Supplements That Can Help Tighten Flabby Arms by: Katherine Crawford M.S.
November 12, 2009, 02:51
Having bingo wings is not fun. And lots of nutrition companies know this. Thus, the market is flooded with sleeveless snake oil that really doesn't help.…
- Practical Tips To Help You Lose Weight by: Robert Dave Johnston
November 9, 2009, 18:52
Here are 77 tips to help you lose weight put together by colleague Aneel "Rob" Samuel.
- Custom Orthotics Can Relieve Plantar Fasciitis Foot Pain by: Dr. Brent Bowden
November 9, 2009, 11:32
How does plantar fasciitis occur and what can be done?
- Hypertension Diet - Foods To Be Avoided if you're on This Diet. by: Robert Dave Johnston
- Body Cleansing (4)
Articles related to body cleansing, including colon cleanse, kidney cleanse, liver cleanse, parasite detox cleanse and cleansing detox diets.
- Kidney Stones home treatments - Simple but Effective Cures. by: Robert Dave Johnston
September 7, 2010, 10:46
Whats worse is when you dont have the money for a dear treatment. Nonetheless , early detection of kidney stones will allow early treatment by applying…
- The way to Monitor and Deal Blood Pressure. by: Robert Dave Johnston
September 7, 2010, 06:08
This has occurred due to the illegal way of living of these days. These appear in number in the ladies than in the men. The kidney seed is the illness…
- Homemade remedies For Kidney Stones - Kidney Stones Treatment. by: Robert Dave Johnston
September 7, 2010, 01:36
Do you see blood in your urine? Do you are feeling extremely serious discomfort in your stomach, groin or sides? If your answer's yes, then see your…
- Cancer - A Natural Methodology For Preventing and Curing Cancer. by: Robert Dave Johnston
September 6, 2010, 22:35
Taking and following some categorical measures will help you control the health condition efficiently. The steps are typically simple to effect helping…
- Kidney Stones home treatments - Simple but Effective Cures. by: Robert Dave Johnston
- Fasting (27)
Fasting Weight Loss Articles
- Fast Food and Calories by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 22, 2010, 01:03
Here in the technology and information age, we have more knowledge and advancements than ever before in history. Sixty years ago, who would have ever…
- Anti-Aging Fasting by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 21, 2010, 21:21
Fasting is anti-aging because it rids your body of toxins, which impair your longevity health. In addition, it helps to control your weight, which is often…
- Fasting For Spiritual Breakthrough by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 21, 2010, 17:25
As defined by the dictionary, fasting is the act of willingly abstaining from some or all food and in some cases drink, for a period of timeHistory of…
- How Fasting Can Transform Your Body and Your Life by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 21, 2010, 13:23
Fasting has been around for thousands of years. It is the oldest and some say, the most effective natural healing therapy for our physical, mental and…
- Fasting - The Miracle Of Juice Fasting by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 21, 2010, 09:23
MethodsThe best, safest and most effective method of fasting is juice fasting. Although the old classic form of fasting was a pure water fasting, most of…
- Spiritual Fasting and the Demolition of Strongholds by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 21, 2010, 05:01
For thousands of years religions worldwide have used the discipline of spiritual fasting as a means to pound on the doors of heaven for breakthrough. The…
- Christian Fasting - What's it all about? by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 21, 2010, 01:09
Fasting is a practice that has been observed since the beginning of recorded history. One of the places we find records of early peoples fasting is in the…
- Quit Being Fast Food Diet Stupid! by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 20, 2010, 20:19
What is this that I keep seeing about fast food diets? I do a ton of internet research day in and day out, and I keep seeing articles and web-sites…
- Fasting - Is It Really Dangerous For Your Health? by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 20, 2010, 16:14
Fasting involves restricting your dietary intake to a liquid and liquid only. The liquid can be either water, tea, or fruit juice. Proponents of fasting…
- Fasting Strategies - The Top 5 Fasting Mistakes by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 20, 2010, 13:12
If you have ever tried to fast, you know completing a fast can be a very difficult thing to accomplish. Every fasting attempt begins with a desire to see it…
- 14 Tips for A Better Juice Fast by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 20, 2010, 08:31
I'm a fairly healthy person and "walk my own talk" in the field of natural health, but let me tell you, I had to mentally prepare for the 40-day juice fast…
- The Fastest Way to Lose Weight is by Doing a Fast by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 20, 2010, 03:41
Fasting can dramatically reduce your weight and if done correctly will be very healthy and beneficial to your body.Unfortunately some fasts are very hard to…
- Fast Food Nutritional Information Guide - What To Choose When You Have To Go To Fast Food Restaurant by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 19, 2010, 23:17
Fast food seems to be the main provider of nutrition for our body these days. The amounts of fast food consumed by children below 14 have increased at…
- Fasting - 95% OF Dieters Fail - Fasting Will ENSURE You Beat The Odds! by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 19, 2010, 19:10
If we control our appetite, our weight is automatically controlled and that's exactly what fasting will teach you - How to control your appetite.95% of…
- Fasting - Basic Strategies How to Perform a Healthy Fast by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 19, 2010, 15:59
One of the most important points of a fast is to go into and out of it slowly, and properly. During a fast your body truly does enter a different regime.…
- Introduction to Fasting by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 19, 2010, 12:08
Fasting, in its simplest definition, is giving up anything for a specific period of time. Typically, we think of fasting as is in giving up food or water…
- Fasting- Can it Improve Your Health by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 19, 2010, 07:53
What is Fasting?The Miriam Webster Collegiate Dictionary defines fasting as to abstain from food or to eat sparingly or abstain from some foods. The…
- My First Honey Water Fast - The Wins and Woes by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 19, 2010, 03:37
For six years after giving birth to two daughters, I was putting on a presumably insignificant kilo every year, until I scaled a weighty 66kg and realized…
- What's So Great About Spiritual Fasting? by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 18, 2010, 22:46
More and more Protestants are discovering the benefits and power of spiritual fasting. While the practice is common among members of the Roman Catholic and…
- Spiritual Fasting - A Strategy For Understanding by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 18, 2010, 19:11
Fasting accelerates the growth of spiritual thoughts on the Lord to faith, Allah, the unity of God. It is used by all the great believers of the faith -…
- Is Fasting Safe and What Kind of Fast Should I Do by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 18, 2010, 15:26
Nobody has ever died as a result of a few weeks of intentional fasting. If it makes things better in your home, call it a liquid diet. If you talk to…
- Fasting: A Divine Treatment For Body and Soul by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 18, 2010, 10:51
Fasting is a school for the training of both the physical body and the soul, and it has numerous merits and benefits. However, just as with any other act of…
- Fasting the Healthy Way by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 18, 2010, 07:20
"Get in the car" my normally easy-going husband ordered, on the 18th day of what was intended to be a 40-day fast. My stubborn nature led to my refusal to…
- Indonesian Shamanic Methods of Fasting & Austerities by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 18, 2010, 02:31
Fasting and asceticism are essential practices in Javanese Kejawen and shamanism--especially Indonesian shamanism. Most of the unusual and unique powers…
- Safe Fasting - 6 Simple Steps For Success by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 17, 2010, 22:36
Many people believe that there's no such thing as safe fasting. Yet well conducted study after study with both animals and humans have proven that it's safe…
- Your Fasting Questions Answered by: Robert Dave Johnston
July 28, 2010, 13:02
Interview with fasting coach Robert Dave Johnston answering readers' questions.
- Practical Tips To Help You Lose Weight by: Robert Dave Johnston
November 9, 2009, 18:52
Here are 77 tips to help you lose weight put together by colleague Aneel "Rob" Samuel.
- Fast Food and Calories by: Robert Dave Johnston
- Detoxification (1)
Detoxification Articles
- Do Acai Berry Weight Loss Products Really Work? by: Theresa Trackers
November 6, 2009, 14:02
Acai berry weight loss products have been flooding the market lately. But can acai berries really help with weight loss? And, if it is not just a lot of hype,…
- Do Acai Berry Weight Loss Products Really Work? by: Theresa Trackers
- Spiritual Fasting (15)
- Christian Fasting by: Robert Dave Johnston
September 1, 2010, 06:01
More and more followers of Christ are discovering the power and benefits of Christian fasting. In fact, Christian fasting is growing at such a fast rate that…
- A New Daniel Fast for the Daniel Fast Blogger by: Robert Dave Johnston
September 1, 2010, 02:25
“Sometimes you are so hungry that the only way to get fed is to fast.” That was the thought going through my head yesterday when I sensed the Lord calling…
- Another good reason for no MSG on the Daniel Fast by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 31, 2010, 22:50
I just read an article from Johns Hopkins University that cited a new study about MSG. The article is very convincing as to why most men and women lose weight…
- Daniel Fast Instructions by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 31, 2010, 18:40
The Daniel Fast is growing in popularity around the world. Just today I received messages from brothers and sisters in Christ from South Africa, Singapore,…
- The Daniel Fast in the Bible by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 31, 2010, 14:36
The Daniel Fast is based on the fasting experiences of the prophet Daniel from the Old Testament in the Bible. It’s a partial fast where a group of foods are…
- Fasting Bible Scriptures by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 31, 2010, 10:11
Here are all the Bible scriptures that mention fasting: 1Ki 21:9 In those letters she wrote: “Proclaim a day of fasting and seat Naboth in a prominent…
- Fasting Eliminates Toxic Thoughts by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 8, 2010, 21:56
Most people have toxic thoughts filled with negativity, pride and false expectations, stemming from the pain of childhood. When I first saw the futility of…
- Spiritual Emptiness by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 8, 2010, 17:24
Spiritual emptiness plagues the souls of our modern society. Crafted veneers cover up how we really feel, because, to be honest is to admit we’re suffering…
- Called To Fast by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 8, 2010, 14:23
The Bible clearly calls us to fasting. When I mention fasting to Christians, I often hear the statement, I have not been called to fast and when I am, I will…
- Fasting Cleanses Unhealthy Values by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 8, 2010, 09:50
When life wanes into the hollow darkness of death, it will not be the parties, victories, trophies or empires we built that will fill our thoughts but the…
- Fasting Cleans the Spiritual House by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 8, 2010, 06:14
When I was younger, I studied the writings of Confucius, The Tibetan Book of The Dead, Buddhism, Astrology, Tarot and every interesting and weird philosophy…
- Fasting Cleanses The Conscience by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 8, 2010, 02:39
Money, medications, material possessions, achievements, good deeds or perfect living cannot buy a clear conscience. It is easy to make excuses, but if you do…
- What is Biblical Fasting? by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 7, 2010, 22:29
Biblical fasting is not a pathway to God. You do not need fasting as a path to God. He is with you now. You can’t get any closer than He is to you right…
- Bible Weight Loss Tips by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 7, 2010, 20:00
The Bible is full of weight loss tips. Hundreds of pages about fighting the desire of the flesh. Everyday we’re bombarded by opportunities to overindulg…
- Finding Your Purpose by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 7, 2010, 18:25
Before you start fasting, take some time to think about why you are fasting. Jesus did not fast to lose weight. He was to be stripped naked, and hung…
- Christian Fasting by: Robert Dave Johnston
- Fitness & Excercise (3)
Fitness & Exercise Related Articles
- Tips For Maintaining Joint Health by: Beth Hoover
January 21, 2010, 05:37
Arthritis is a draining condition for many folks. Tons of new people are diagnosed as having this abominable condition each year. Arthritis is published as…
- Custom Orthotics Can Relieve Plantar Fasciitis Foot Pain by: Dr. Brent Bowden
November 9, 2009, 11:32
How does plantar fasciitis occur and what can be done?
- Losing Weight With "Whole Body Vibration" Machines by: anthony flores
November 9, 2009, 00:48
Whole body vibration machines are a great way to help you lose weight fast. Its hard to believe that a vibration machine that shakes will help you shed those…
- Tips For Maintaining Joint Health by: Beth Hoover
- Holistic / Natural Medicine (6)
Holistic / Natural Medicine Articles
- SAMe by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 13, 2010, 00:50
Also known as: SAM-e, S-adenosylmethionine The supplement SAMe is a synthetic form of a compound formed naturally in the body from the essential amino acid…
- Tea Tree Oil for Acne by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 11, 2010, 07:12
Tea tree oil is an essential oil obtained by steam distillation of the leaves of Melaleuca alternifolia, a plant native to Australia. Pure, undiluted tea tree…
- Saw Palmetto and Hair Loss by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 11, 2010, 03:01
Q. What can you tell me about saw palmetto? I read that it's a good herbal remedy for hair loss and baldness. -Jason Answer: Saw palmetto (Serenoa repens or…
- What is Reflexology? by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 10, 2010, 11:36
Reflexology is a form of bodywork that focuses primarily on the feet. The underlying theory behind reflexology is that there are "reflex" areas on the feet and…
- Natural Healing Remedies For Common Ailments by: Richard Ealom
November 10, 2009, 12:05
Generally time-honored and long recognized natural medicinal remedies are aromatics - the compounds they employ to heal sickness and common problems are end…
- Complementary & Alternative Therapies Can
Treat Many Different Illnesses by: Richard EalomNovember 7, 2009, 01:24
Science has demonstrated that using complementary and alternative therapies can be beneficial for numerous and different illnesses and diseases. These…
- SAMe by: Robert Dave Johnston
- Skin Care (4)
Skin Care Articles
- Tea Tree Oil for Acne by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 11, 2010, 07:12
Tea tree oil is an essential oil obtained by steam distillation of the leaves of Melaleuca alternifolia, a plant native to Australia. Pure, undiluted tea tree…
- How To Treat Scars With Natural Remedies by: Blake Helton
November 10, 2009, 22:43
Suffering from scars can be more difficult to bear than the injury or wound that caused itr. Fortunately, many scars do not need to become a permanent part of…
- Natural Healing Remedies For Common Ailments by: Richard Ealom
November 10, 2009, 12:05
Generally time-honored and long recognized natural medicinal remedies are aromatics - the compounds they employ to heal sickness and common problems are end…
- Hormonal Acne In Women by: Trish Williamson
November 10, 2009, 04:32
You are probably aware that HORMONES are the start of the cycle- For millions of women, it happens like clockwork every month: cramping, bloating, mood swings,…
- Tea Tree Oil for Acne by: Robert Dave Johnston
- Juice Fasting (1)
Juice Fasting
- Your Fasting Questions Answered by: Robert Dave Johnston
July 28, 2010, 13:02
Interview with fasting coach Robert Dave Johnston answering readers' questions.
- Your Fasting Questions Answered by: Robert Dave Johnston
- Water Fasting (1)
Water Fasting
- Your Fasting Questions Answered by: Robert Dave Johnston
July 28, 2010, 13:02
Interview with fasting coach Robert Dave Johnston answering readers' questions.
- Your Fasting Questions Answered by: Robert Dave Johnston
- Intermittent Fasting (1)
Intermittent Fasting
- Your Fasting Questions Answered by: Robert Dave Johnston
July 28, 2010, 13:02
Interview with fasting coach Robert Dave Johnston answering readers' questions.
- Your Fasting Questions Answered by: Robert Dave Johnston
- Health (54)
Health Related Articles
- How to Breathe With Your Belly by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 17, 2010, 19:27
Stress, poor posture, snug clothes, and habit are some of the reasons that keep us from breathing properly. We wind up using our chest muscles instead of our…
- Gestational Diabetes Prevention by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 17, 2010, 15:51
Some natural remedies may help protect against gestational diabetes, a type of diabetes that starts or is first diagnosed during pregnancy. Occurring in three…
- Loose Stools by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 17, 2010, 11:55
In traditional Chinese medicine, loose stools, abdominal bloating, lack of energy, and poor appetite are signs of a condition known as spleen qi deficiency.…
- Foods to Avoid - Candida Diet by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 17, 2010, 07:44
Here is a sample list of foods to temporarily avoid while on a candida diet. Refined sugar is thought to encourage the growth of Candida yeast.Foods containing…
- Green Stool by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 17, 2010, 04:38
The liver constantly secretes a bright green fluid called bile into the small intestine or it is stored in the gallbladder.Bile is needed to absorb fats and…
- Liver Flush by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 17, 2010, 00:06
A liver flush is a home remedy. Although there are many variations, it typically involves drinking two glasses of organic apple juice every two hours for two…
- 5 Tips for Natural Skin Care by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 16, 2010, 20:03
A dry brush exfoliation can be done in the morning before you shower. It eliminates dead skin cells and allows the skin to detox (skin is the largest organ of…
- Colonic vs. Enema by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 16, 2010, 16:19
Colonics and enemas are therapies that both involve introducing water into the colon through to rectum in order to cleanse the colon. But there are some key…
- Foods to Limit Candida Cleanse by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 16, 2010, 11:25
Dairy Products -- Candida is thought to impair the body's ability to digest fat, so dairy products may have to be restricted. How much dairy one consumes may…
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 16, 2010, 08:19
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common digestive disorder characterized by abdominal pain, cramping, and changes in normal bowel function, including…
- Constipation by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 16, 2010, 03:34
With constipation, there is the passage of infrequent or hard stools with straining. Although conventional medicine considers having a bowel movement every…
- Ear Candling by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 15, 2010, 22:38
Ear candling is an alternative practice that proponents believe will help remove ear wax. How is Ear Candling Done? Ear candling requires the use of ear…
- Eye Exercises for Eyestrain by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 15, 2010, 18:53
Do you spend your days staring at a computer screen? If you do, you probably know how draining and tiring it can be to your entire body, not just your eyes.…
- Hoodia Gordonii by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 15, 2010, 14:18
Latin Name: Hoodia gordoniiOther Names: hoodia, xhooba, !khoba, Ghaap, hoodia cactus, South African desert cactus Hoodia (pronounced HOO-dee-ah) is a…
- Hoodia Side Effects by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 15, 2010, 09:34
Q: What are the side effects of hoodia, if any? Most articles I've read about hoodia say it's a gentle and safe and I can't seem to find any information about…
- Gas, Flatulence, and Bloating by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 15, 2010, 05:44
Gas, flatulence, and bloating can be uncomfortable and embarrassing. Fortunately, there are some natural remedies that can help. Before trying any natural…
- Lower Cholesterol Naturally by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 15, 2010, 02:39
In some people, cholesterol levels in blood become too high. This is called high cholesterol or hyperlipidemia.High levels of LDL cholesterol (so-called "bad"…
- Learn About a Juice Fast by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 14, 2010, 22:14
A juice fast is a type of detox diet. A juice fast involves the short-term intake of raw vegetable and fruit juice and water only. Proponents of juice fasting…
- Pellet Stool by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 14, 2010, 17:36
Pellet stool is stool that comes out in small, round balls. It's associated with constipation.In traditional Chinese medicine, pellet stool is caused by liver…
- Stool - What's Healthy? by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 14, 2010, 14:35
Alternative practitioners often ask clients about their stool as part of their assessment. Find out what normal stool should look like, and learn about the…
- Soft, Foul-Smelling Stools by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 14, 2010, 10:14
Soft, foul-smelling stools that float, stick to the side of the bowl or are difficult to flush away may mean there's increased fat in the stools, called…
- What is Shiatsu? by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 14, 2010, 05:14
Shiatsu is a Japanese form of bodywork. The word shiatsu means "finger pressure", and shiatsu is sometimes described as a finger pressure massage. Like…
- 5 Ways to Improve Digestion by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 14, 2010, 02:02
Do you inhale your food? Are you so busy that even chewing seems like a luxury? Here are some tips on improving digestion: Basic 1: Chew, Chew, Chew Take…
- St. John's Wort by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 13, 2010, 21:58
Latin name: Hypericum perforatum St. John’s wort is one of the most commonly used herbs in the United States. It's a shrubby perennial plant with bright…
- 5 Ways to Boost Your Energy by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 13, 2010, 18:29
Energy is essential in this sleep-deprived, overstretched, high-speed world. How do we recharge our batteries when there is a constant drain on our resources?…
- 5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan) by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 13, 2010, 13:31
5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan) is a compound produced in the body from the amino acid tryptophan. It is a precursor to the neurotransmitter serotonin and the…
- Risks of Red Yeast Rice by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 13, 2010, 09:07
Red yeast rice is a nutritional supplement used to lower cholesterol. The side effects and risks of red yeast rice are not fully understood. Red yeast rice…
- 5 Tips to Boost Concentration by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 13, 2010, 05:40
When TV newscaster Diane Sawyer was asked the secret to her success, she said, "I think the one lesson I've learned is there is no substitute for paying…
- SAMe by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 13, 2010, 00:50
Also known as: SAM-e, S-adenosylmethionine The supplement SAMe is a synthetic form of a compound formed naturally in the body from the essential amino acid…
- What is a Colonic? by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 12, 2010, 19:51
Alternate Names: colonic hydrotherapy, colonic irrigation, colon irrigation A colonic is the infusion of water into the rectum by a colon therapist to cleanse…
- What is a Detox Diet? by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 12, 2010, 15:40
Detox, short for detoxification, is the body's natural, ongoing process of neutralizing or eliminating toxins from the body. Toxins (anything that can…
- Vinpocetine by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 12, 2010, 11:01
Vinpocetine (pronounced vin-poe-ce-teen) is a synthetic compound derived from vincamine, a substance found naturally in the leaves of the lesser periwinkle…
- The Benefits of Triphala by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 12, 2010, 06:21
What Is Triphala?A blend of three botanicals, triphala is a popular remedy in ayurveda (the traditional medicine in India). Triphala contains dried and…
- Tea Tree Oil by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 12, 2010, 02:48
Latin Name: Melaleuca alternifoliaOther Names: Melaleuca oil, Australian tea tree oil Tea tree oil is an essential oil obtained by steam distillation of the…
- What is Thai Massage? by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 11, 2010, 23:17
Thai massage is believed to have been developed by Jivaka Kumar Bhaccha, physician to Buddha, more than 2,500 years ago in India. It made its way to Thailand,…
- Specific Carbohydrate Diet by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 11, 2010, 18:59
The specific carbohydrate diet is a strict grain-free, lactose-free and sucrose-free diet that was designed for people with Crohn's disease, ulcerative…
- Vitex by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 11, 2010, 14:44
Other names: Vitex agnus castus, Agnus castus, chaste tree, monk's pepperVitex is a plant found in Asia and in Mediterranean countries. The part used…
- Weight Loss Supplements by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 11, 2010, 11:08
If you go into any health food store or look online, you'll find hundreds of weight loss supplements, many of them claiming to have remarkable benefits.…
- Tea Tree Oil for Acne by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 11, 2010, 07:12
Tea tree oil is an essential oil obtained by steam distillation of the leaves of Melaleuca alternifolia, a plant native to Australia. Pure, undiluted tea tree…
- Saw Palmetto and Hair Loss by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 11, 2010, 03:01
Q. What can you tell me about saw palmetto? I read that it's a good herbal remedy for hair loss and baldness. -Jason Answer: Saw palmetto (Serenoa repens or…
- Policosanol For Lower Cholesterol by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 10, 2010, 19:23
Other names: Octacosanol, 1-Octacosanol, N-Octacosanol, Octacosyl Alcohol Policosanol, a dietary supplement, is a mixture of alcohols isolated from Cuban…
- Statin Drugs May Lower CoQ10 by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 10, 2010, 15:20
Statin drugs, or HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, are a class of drugs used to lower cholesterol. Statins work by inhibiting the enzyme HMG-CoA reductase, the…
- What is Reflexology? by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 10, 2010, 11:36
Reflexology is a form of bodywork that focuses primarily on the feet. The underlying theory behind reflexology is that there are "reflex" areas on the feet and…
- The Real Foods Diet by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 10, 2010, 06:42
Eating should be a lifelong process of nourishing yourself. Strict dieting, fad diets such as the Atkins diet, drastic diets, rigid food monitoring, or…
- The Metabolic Type Diet by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 10, 2010, 03:36
In the 1930's, dentist Weston Price began expeditions around the world and uncovered the link between modern eating habits and chronic degenerative diseases.…
- What is Massage Therapy? by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 9, 2010, 22:51
Massage therapy, also known as Swedish massage, is the most common form of massage therapy in the United States.Massage therapists use long, smooth strokes,…
- What is Deep Tissue Massage? by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 9, 2010, 17:55
Deep tissue massage is a type of massage therapy that focuses on realigning deeper layers of muscles and connective tissue. It is especially helpful for…
- Vitamin D by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 9, 2010, 14:10
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that's formed when skin is exposed to the sun's ultraviolet rays. Vitamin D is also found in food and dietary supplements.Th…
- Stress Effects Quiz by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 9, 2010, 09:35
Chronic stress can impact health in many ways. This quiz isn't intended to diagnose or replace an assessment from your doctor, but it can help you learn about…
- Valerian by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 9, 2010, 04:51
Other names: All-heal, Amantilla, Setwall, Setewale, Capon's Tail, Valeriana officinalisValerian is a plant native to Europe and Asia. It grows to up to four…
- The Candida Diet by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 9, 2010, 01:01
Candida albicans is a yeast that normally resides in the body in the digestive tract and vagina. Candida levels are kept in check by the immune system and…
- Ending Nightmares & Controlling Dreams With Lucid Dreaming... Fact or Fiction? by: David Heoung
November 11, 2009, 11:33
The vast majority of people think of dreams as something mysterious which is not within our power to control. Whether we have nightmares or very pleasant…
- Alleviate Seasonal Allergies With "Local" Honey by: Welton Hong
November 11, 2009, 09:27
It is recommended that a person purchase honey that was produced as close to their home as possible. This way, it ensures that it will contain the allergens…
- Treating Hair Loss In Men by: Roger Smith
November 10, 2009, 22:31
It is estimated that approximately 75% of men will experience loss or hair thinning in one form or another during the course of their lives. There is a huge…
- How to Breathe With Your Belly by: Robert Dave Johnston
- Men's Health (12)
Men’s Health Articles
- The Cost of a Good Night's Sleep by: Robert Dave Johnston
September 3, 2010, 02:25
We're a nation of insomniacs desperate for a decent night's sleep. But what if sleeping pills are doing more than just knocking us out? Last winter, Tiger…
- Your Guns, Reloaded by: Robert Dave Johnston
September 2, 2010, 23:24
Your arms are too small. Or at least you feel that they are. But chances are it's not because you're neglecting those muscles. In 15 years of training clients,…
- Why Jeremy Renner Swam with Sharks by: Robert Dave Johnston
September 2, 2010, 18:51
It was Jeremy Renner's idea to come here, to a piano bar called Piano Bar, the kind of joint where he can swill a Ketel One and croon some Billy Joel and, if…
- Will You Go Bald? by: Robert Dave Johnston
September 2, 2010, 15:15
Look at how you're shedding to figure out why—and what to do about it 1. Sudden Hair Loss The trigger is emotional or physical trauma. The shock can…
- Avoid the Afternoon Crash by: Robert Dave Johnston
September 2, 2010, 11:40
You're so predictable. Every day, you run out of steam, lose juice, or otherwise hit the wall at nearly the exact same times.How do we know? Because it…
- Fight Stress With Sweat by: Robert Dave Johnston
September 2, 2010, 03:55
Prepare to breathe hard—and sweat a lot Men's Health guys like to sweat. Basketball in a warm gym, touch football on the beach, throwing iron around,…
- Feed Your Muscles, and Your Hair by: Robert Dave Johnston
September 1, 2010, 23:51
Feed your muscles and your mane at the same time By: Brittany Risher Hit the gym and eat right, and you'll build muscle, burn fat—and have…
- Build an Action Star's Body by: Robert Dave Johnston
September 1, 2010, 19:41
"He's a bit lardy, isn't he?" Jason Statham says in his gritty British voice, chuckling. He's referring to the man in two pictures he's holding, a pair of…
- Be the Man She Can't Turn Down by: Robert Dave Johnston
September 1, 2010, 15:16
1. You can put down the weights and the protein shakes. You might want us to be perfect looking; we simply want you not to be fat. 2. Replace all of those…
- The Best Supplements for Men by: Robert Dave Johnston
September 1, 2010, 11:12
If you condensed your most recent meal down to a few pills, would they be tiny dynamos, or the nutritional equivalent of Tic Tacs? If you're like most men,…
- Saw Palmetto and Hair Loss by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 11, 2010, 03:01
Q. What can you tell me about saw palmetto? I read that it's a good herbal remedy for hair loss and baldness. -Jason Answer: Saw palmetto (Serenoa repens or…
- Treating Hair Loss In Men by: Roger Smith
November 10, 2009, 22:31
It is estimated that approximately 75% of men will experience loss or hair thinning in one form or another during the course of their lives. There is a huge…
- The Cost of a Good Night's Sleep by: Robert Dave Johnston
- Women's Health (3)
Women’s Health
- Supplements That Can Help Tighten Flabby Arms by: Katherine Crawford M.S.
November 12, 2009, 02:51
Having bingo wings is not fun. And lots of nutrition companies know this. Thus, the market is flooded with sleeveless snake oil that really doesn't help.…
- Natural Healing Remedies For Common Ailments by: Richard Ealom
November 10, 2009, 12:05
Generally time-honored and long recognized natural medicinal remedies are aromatics - the compounds they employ to heal sickness and common problems are end…
- Hormonal Acne In Women by: Trish Williamson
November 10, 2009, 04:32
You are probably aware that HORMONES are the start of the cycle- For millions of women, it happens like clockwork every month: cramping, bloating, mood swings,…
- Supplements That Can Help Tighten Flabby Arms by: Katherine Crawford M.S.
- Senior Health (3)
- High Blood Pressure May Predict Dementia by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 15, 2010, 23:02
A recent study published in the journal Archives of Neurology found that high blood pressure may predict dementia in older adults who have impaired executive…
- Statin Drugs May Lower CoQ10 by: Robert Dave Johnston
August 10, 2010, 15:20
Statin drugs, or HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, are a class of drugs used to lower cholesterol. Statins work by inhibiting the enzyme HMG-CoA reductase, the…
- Food & Aging - Eating Right is The Key by: Robert Dave Johnston
July 19, 2010, 20:36
Seniors need fewer calories, and everything you eat should be based on weight gain and the nutrients that can maintain or boost your immune system and keep you…
- High Blood Pressure May Predict Dementia by: Robert Dave Johnston
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