Buddhist Paths to Happiness

Although Buddhism has traditionally been considered a religion, it is unique among religions in that it proposes a clear methodology aimed at psychological transformation which nonetheless is a methodology independent of any metaphysical assertions. A more apt description might be that Buddhism is a philosophy or an aggregate of practices designed to steer an individual [...]

How to Increase Your Growth Hormones

Growth Hormones Growth hormones are protein-based hormones which stimulate growth and cell reproduction, as well as regeneration, in humans and animals. As far as their clinical use, they are generally used to treat growth disorders in children, as well as in adults who have some form of growth deficiency. Replacement therapies have sprung up in [...]

Digging Our Grave With A Fork: Mark Bittman On Eating Our Way To Ecological Collapse

The Thesis We have all heard the saying that most people dig their grave with their fork. That your eating habits may also be digging the grave of our civilization, if not the ecosystem itself, is not the subject one would expect a New York Times food columnist to undertake. But that is exactly what [...]

Inspiration for Heart Transplant Patients

The Heart Transplant Heart transplantation is a frightening procedure, to say the least. The heart is the single most important organ in the body. Without the heart blood would not flow and oxygen would not be carried throughout the bloodstream, and life could not be sustained. A heart transplant procedure involves the removal of a [...]

Being a Healthy Vegetarian

Vegetarianism Vegetarianism is a popular method of dieting, although these days it could be described more as a way of life rather than simply a method of eating. True vegetarianism is known as veganism, and actually excludes all animal byproducts, including dairy products, eggs, and even honey. Typical vegetarianism revolves around an individual following a [...]

Obesity and Intramuscular Injections: A Serious Health Problem?

Another risk has been added to the list of medical hazards faced by patients who are categorized as being obese. As well as being more susceptible to contracting diabetes, heart disease, joint problems and even certain types of cancer, the seriously overweight are less likely to benefit from needed medications such as vaccinations and intramuscular [...]

Five Flavors of Personality

What is personality? Simply defined, personality is the unique combination of characteristics that makes an individual who he or she is. When we speak of personality, we mean not only behavior and social attitudes but also temperament, beliefs, emotions and our mental state. We make casual observations and commentary on others’ personalities every day as [...]

Ayurvedic Medicine

The Science of Life Ayurveda is a type of traditional medicine that first originated on the Indian subcontinent, but is now practiced throughout the world. Ayurveda literally translates to “the science of life”, and combines the Sanskrit words “ayus” and “veda”, which are “life” and “related to knowledge or science” respectively. The earliest known reference [...]

Lower LDL Cholesterol and Blood Pressure Can Extend Life Expectancy by 10 Years

While it has been known for decades that high blood pressure and high ‘LDL’ (low density lipoprotein) cholesterol constitute a risk to health and may shorten life, it is only recently that figures have emerged revealing just how significant such a life-shortening effect can be. A ‘longitudinal’ study carried out by a team of researchers [...]

Does Early Morning Exercise Have Any Benefits?

Exercise Ask any licensed practitioner of medicine and they will tell you the same thing, worldwide: physical exercise contributes to your physical fitness and overall health. It strengthens your muscles and cardiovascular system, contributes to weight loss, floods your body with endorphins which can help provide an overall sense of well-being, helps prevent cardiovascular diseases, [...]

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