Good Living

Overloaded Hearts

2008-03-16T09:45:00.001-07:00

For people burdened by overloaded or failing hearts, or with heart and brain endangered by high blood pressure, the past year has brought hope for longer, stronger life. This promise lies in a chemical called Diuril. It is not a cure, but it is a tremendous booster of other treatments.

Vitamin E

2008-03-04T08:38:00.000-08:00

Vitamin E

Natural vitamin E (in the form of mixed tocopherols and tocotrienols) provides the full range of benefits from vitamin E, while synthetic vitamin E is often limited to alpha tocopherol. Dr. Weil recommends avoiding dl-alpha-tocopherol varieties, and instead opting for a product with the whole vitamin E complex.

Prevent Free Radical Damage

2008-03-04T08:31:00.000-08:00

Prevent Free Radical Damage

Researchers have demonstrated a correlation between exposure to air pollution and the risk of developing certain respiratory disorders, including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and lung cancer.

The exact mechanisms remain unknown, but scientists believe there is a strong link between environmental exposures and the production of free radicals. These highly reactive compounds can cause inflammation in the lungs and damage the tissue lining the lung walls.

To help prevent free-radical formation, and the damage they can cause, avoid exposure to cigarette smoke, secondhand smoke and air pollution. Increase your intake of foods rich in antioxidants, especially organically grown vegetables and fruits. Antioxidants are also found in green tea and dark chocolate. Consider taking a daily antioxidant supplement as insurance against those times when you can't eat right.

Healthy Body - Yoga

2008-03-02T07:50:00.000-08:00

Wide Legged Forward Bend: Healthy Body - Yoga

Stretched out, with outstretched limbs (also known as Prasarita Padottanasana I ) the wide-legged forward bend pose reputedly has many benefits, and has been used therapeutically for fatigue, headache and mild depression.

Soy food

2008-03-02T02:11:00.000-08:00

Best

To help promote heart health, consider adding soy foods to your diet. The protein in whole soy foods – including tofu - has been shown to help lower cholesterol levels.

2008-03-01T04:24:00.000-08:00

Supplement for Eye

Vitamins can be used prudently to supplement diets that are lacking in certain areas. Lutein in supplement form may be beneficial for eye health, especially if your diet is not rich in antioxidants from fruits and vegetables

Bowel

2008-03-01T02:14:00.000-08:00

Help for Bowel Irregularity

Constipation and irregular bowel movements are common problems, especially among women and older people. A diet rich in fiber and antioxidants, along with a regular exercise routine and stress-reduction techniques can help to keep your bowels healthy

acne

2008-03-01T02:05:00.000-08:00

Personal Care: Diet and Acne

Acne is a common problem among teenagers as well as adults. Heredity, stress and hormones all influence the appearance of inflamed hair follicles, which result in breakouts.