General Wellness Buzz

Lavender Oil

March 24, 2011 9:24 p.m.

It's interesting to note that the fragrant lavender oil which has been used for many years as an essential oil in perfumes has some therapeutic uses as well. Lavender oil is typically extracted from the flowers of the lavender plant mostly through steam distillation. The dried flowers of this plant have been used as a component of pot pourri mixes since many years but today researchers are discove ...

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Is Fever Good for You?

March 17, 2011 11:16 a.m.

Why fever is good for youThe common reaction to a fever is that of fear, and we do everything we can to try and reduce it because we feel the body getting hotter than it is supposed to. However, if we look at the whole picture and understand why we get a fever, we can see that it is a natural occurrence. It is the body's way of sending a signal that something is not right. A fever indicat ...

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Cure Depression Naturally

March 17, 2011 10:58 a.m.

Depression is not just a negative state of mind. It's recognized as a valid medical disorder, and there is a huge pharmaceutical segment that is catering to the needs of those who pop anti-depressants like candy. However, the truth is that those diagnosed with depression needn't resort to just these conventional remedies that have some rather adverse side effects. There are other options that seem ...

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Gasland Commentary & Review: Responsibility vs Neglect

March 12, 2011 2:37 p.m.

Imagine going to your tap, turning it on, striking a match and seeing it catch fire!Now imagine your fresh water well that provided your family clean drinking water for centuries now poisoning you. As you watch Gasland, a documentary by Josh Fox, the feeling of that scenario sinks in and you discover It's happening all over the united states right now.We go through our daily ro ...

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Hidden Truth about Fluoride and its Danger

March 2, 2011 9:01 p.m.

An overwhelming amount of information is building up against fluoride and its potential dangers. It has been linked to a variety of severe chronic, even acute health issues.From drinking water to a vast number of drugs and medicines, everything around us has some percentage of fluoride. Can fluoride really wreak havoc on our health? If you want to know the answer to this question, then read o ...

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Omega-3 Benefits

March 2, 2011 8:42 p.m.

Anyone with even a tiny bit of interest in health matters knows how important Omega 3 is. Fitness enthusiasts stock up on it because of the numerous benefits that it provides. However, in the unlikely scenario that you haven't heard of Omega 3 or its benefits, here's a quick look at some of the wonderful ways in which it can help you:Benefits of Omega 3Heart disease - The risk of hea ...

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Will your kids eat it?

Feb. 15, 2011 2:13 p.m.

It's quite disturbing what's classified as nutrition in the school system. The chemicals put in their bodies in form of "food" creates all sorts of issues... from ADD to Obesity and everything in between. Celebrities like Jamie Oliver are doing their part to bring awareness to this massive problem. Praise is deserved for his television show and his mission. Let's support it by sharing this informa ...

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Mahendra Trivedi: Beyond Extraordinary

Feb. 1, 2011 1:30 p.m.

What you are about to read and see will inspire you, it may even challenge everything you believe!Mahendra Trivedi is an unusual human being who has been gifted scientifically validated powers to transform things with the power of thought.Mahendra Kumar Trivedi was born in 1963 in a small town in central India. Although he was not trained in the traditional Yogic education, he exhibited ...

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An Introduction to Chinese Medicine

Jan. 31, 2011 10:55 p.m.

Our dependence on modern medicines has led to a boom in the pharmaceutical sector, and it's sad to note how closely the two are related. Modern pharmaceutical companies have made a killing (pun unintended) in mass producing medicines that temporarily relieve pains and aches but don't really delve into the actual problem and eliminate it. Moreover, popping pills for every ailment is not right for o ...

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Foods That Boost Your Metabolism

Jan. 25, 2011 4:45 a.m.

Being concerned about your fitness is a good thing, and you obviously know that the only way to become fit is by exercising and eating the right diet. However, there's one more factor which can make a difference by speeding up the process of becoming fit, and that is boosting your metabolism. If you can make your metabolism work better, then it greatly affects your chances of remaining fighting fi ...

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