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Antibacterial Soaps Are NOT Better For You… See Why

Antibacterial soaps are useful in hospital and school environments, however, they may do more harm than good when used in normal, healthy households.

Your Birth Age vs Your Health Age

Sometimes we feel older than we are. Sometimes there are pre-existing health circumstances that play a role in when, why, and how we will die. Check out the good news & bad news... here.

Experts Say These Are The Best Online Health & Medical Sites

These sites rise above the rest. Each is well-respected for the quality and quantity of the information they provide pertaining to health and medicine. Specifically... the breadth and depth of information found on these sites ranges from 'very good' to 'excellent', and the reliability and quality of the information itself featured on each of these sites rates from 'very good' to 'excellent'. Bonus: Each site features minimal or no paid advertising!

Fat Man Walking: One Man’s Mission To Walk Off His Weight Problem

Steve Vaught has a weight problem, and he's set out to tackle the issue himself. His plan: To WALK from San Diego, California to New York City in 6 months!

Photos Of A Brown Recluse Spider Bite

The following pictures illustrate the progression of a brown recluse spider bite. Photos from days 3 through 6 are not too graphic. However, the picture showing the infection on days 9 and 10 are very graphic. Your discretion is advised if you choose to view.

Cancer Giggles: Using Humor When Living With Cancer

I am intrigued whenever I hear another first-person story of someone's life with cancer, including their coping mechanisms, the highs and lows, the ups and downs, and the ultimate realities of struggling to survive this battle with something called 'cancer'. Most of all, I appreciate when people are able to maintain their sense of humor through it all.

Prevent The Spread Of Germs: Turn Your Head To The Right & Cough…

Perhaps you already know about it, or (gasp!) have been doing it for years. I may just be the last to know about this healthy new way to prevent the spreading of germs from a cough...

The Backwards Diet: Eating Foods In Reverse Order

Tricia Cunningham invented 'The Backwards Diet' -- also known as The Reverse Diet. Simply put, she reverses the order of what she eats: a heavy dinner for breakfast, regular meal for lunch, then a light breakfast for dinner.

Using Earplugs To Combat Your Partner’s Loud Snoring

What to do when you sleep with someone who snores?... Invest in a good set of earplugs!

How Are You Living Your ‘Dash’?

Do you feel like you're running in circles? Spinning your wheels? Unable to focus? Overwhelmed? Got a 'To Do' list longer than your grocery list? Doing a lot of different things, but not getting anything 'done'? It's all about living your life so you'll have no regrets...

Autism Has Touched My Life… And The Lives Of So Many Others

Here's a lengthy summary about my passionate search to educate myself about Autism.

Cold-Eeze Lozenges Really Work!

The common cold typically lasts 6-8 days. But Cold-Eeze can cut the length of your cold in HALF! I've used it. And it really seems to work. Where most cold meds attack your symptoms, Cold-Eeze attacks the cold virus itself. There is a difference between Cold-Eeze, Zicam, and Airborne.

Why I Highly Recommend A Chiropractor… It Has Worked For Me!

I was actually very, very VERY skeptical of chiropractors at first. But, after visiting a chiropractor for nearly 2 years now, I'm now singing the praises of chiropractic care. Here's why.

Yoga For Weight Loss… It’s Working For Me!

Every time I do a bit of Yoga, I wind up a tad sore -- in a good way -- the next day. That tells me, I don't do Yoga ENOUGH, but that's beside the point. Truth is, every single time I do it, I feel SOOOOooooo completely refreshed, limber, healthy, and rejuvenated. I love Yoga.

Have You Had Your Blood Sugar Tested?… Even If You’re Not Diabetic

Do you know what your glucose level is -- what's your score? Here's how to test your blood sugar level and what it means.

Consumer Reports Now Reviews Drugs & Medications

The well-respected consumer product authority, Consumer Reports, has started reviewing medications as well. Their free Web site compares medications in terms of price, effectiveness, and safety.

Low-Carb vs Low Fat Research Findings

Following is a growing list of research regarding Low-Carb vs Low-Fat dieting. In addition to links to the actual results of various studies, you'll also find a brief summary of each -- to save you time when searching for topics most important to you. Use this information to help you determine whether a Low-Fat or Low-Carb diet plan is best for you.