Alternative Skin Cream - Rescue Remedy Cream
Posted on September 10, 2009
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Rescue Remedy Cream by Bach is a homeopathic cream used to moisturize and care for “any trauma to the skin”. Users say that they prefer this product over conventional creams because 1) it is effective 2) it doesn’t leave any sticky residue and 3) it doesn’t contain any perfume.
The Rescue Remedy Cream is made of six different flower essences listed by Dr. Edward Bach, one of the most well-known proponents of homeopathy. He has compiled a list of homeopathic cures and six of those are used in the Rescue Remedy Cream as active ingredients.
While the efficacy of homeopathic cures are still doubted by the scientific community, there are several anecdotal evidence that support the claim that Rescue Remedy Cream works. It’s a good moisturizer at the very least.
Sprained Ankle Treatment
Posted on August 15, 2009
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One of our writers, Adrian Beltran, recently finished a Free Mini-Course on Sprained Ankle Treatment. The course is a 10-part email course discussing the seemingly complicated injury called ankle sprains.
Everyday, there are thousands who get an ankle sprained. This is one of the most common injuries throughout the world. We are surprised that there are very few reputable websites that provide accurate information.
We’re glad that Adrian took the initiative to create the website. Adrian used to suffer from chronic ankle sprains. Now he proudly shoots hoops and does his lay-ups and occasional dunks without suffering from an ankle sprain.
Adrain writes from home. You can benefit from the fruits of his labor, research and experience by visiting http://anklesprain.remedycentral.net
Acne Home Remedies Section
Posted on July 19, 2009
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Announcement:
The remedycentral.net main website is undergoing an overhaul. Right now there’s only the Acne Home Remedies section availabe but more sections will soon be added.
There’s an oversupply of (mostly inaccurate) information on how to cure acne floating on the net. The articles you’ll find on the remedycentral.net acne section is well-researched and we hope that you will benefit from it.
Minoxidil Side Effect
Posted on April 21, 2009
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Minoxidil-5% Extra Strength Hair Regrowth for Men, 6 Month Supply
Before we talk about the side effects of minoxidil, let’s first discuss briefly what it is and how it functions.
Minoxidil is a drug intended to help lower blood pressure by relaxing the veins. Medical people call minoxidil a vasodilator. This simply means that it expands the veins to let blood flow more freely. It was soon discovered that minoxidil can also help in hair regrowth. It affects the activity of the cells of the hair follicles. It isn’t really clear if the hair growth is caused by the effect of dilation of the veins.
For hair growth promotion, minoxidil is applied directly to the scalp. People with short hair won’t have a hard time doing this. For those with long hair, it can be quite challenging.
Take note that there’s no guarantee that you’ll grow your hair back if you use minoxidil. Even for those who see results, it could take months before you fully enjoy the benefits.
The most widely reported side effects of using minoxidil are flaking of the scalp and irritation. Hair fall when you first use minoxidil also can happen. In some very rare instances, minoxidil users experience itching and rashes. The following side effects very rarely happens but should you experience them when you use minoxidil, get a doctor’s help.
- increase in size or darkness of fine body hair
- dizziness
- breast tenderness
- rash
- headache
- upset stomach
- vomiting
- acne at the site of application
- burning of scalp
- increased hair loss
- inflammation or soreness at root of hair
- reddened skin
Overuse / overdose of minoxidil can lead to the following side effects:
- chest pain
- blurred vision or other changes in vision
- decrease in sexual ability or desire*
- fast or irregular heartbeat
- difficulty breathing
- fainting
- lightheadedness
- flushing
- rapid weight gain
- headache
- numbness or tingling of hands, feet, or face
- swelling of face, hands, feet, or lower legs
It is recommended that you try 2% solution first to see if it helps with hair regrowth. If it doesn’t and you don’t experience any of the extreme side effects mentioned above, you can go ahead and use a 5% solution. Just be careful as if you accidentally apply 5% minoxidil to skin other than your scalp, that skin will probably grow hair.
Minoxidil-5% Extra Strength Hair Regrowth for Men, 6 Month Supply
Sleep Better 3-Inch Visco Elastic Memory Foam Mattress Topper
Posted on April 21, 2009
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Sleep Better 3-Inch Visco Elastic Memory Foam Mattress Topper
There are several case studies showing that viscoelastic memory foam mattresses can help improve sleep and relieve or minimize backache. Back pain can be caused by improper positions while sleeping. A memory foam mattress can help restrict movement while you sleep.
For some people, however, sleeping in a memory foam mattress can be uncomfortable at first. Sleeping in a memory mattress can take a little getting used to. If feels a little too saggy and you can be uncomfortable with that.
There’s a solution for this. You can still get the benefits of a memory elastic foam and not feel too uncomfortable if you use a visco elastic foam mattress topper. You can use a regular mattress underneath it.
Sleep Better 3-Inch Visco Elastic Memory Foam Mattress Topper offers firmness that suits most people. It suits me and the wife well.
It measures 58 X 77 inches and could well cover most of the surface of a queen size mattress. In other words, it is a couple of inches short. Unless you’re very very tall, you probably won’t notice the difference. There’s also more room for the sheets. =)
Be aware that it will have the “factory smell” when you open it. Just let it sit around for a couple of days and that smell should disappear.It is used in hospitals and at home for those you need extra comfort (pregnant women and the elderly). Everybody could use added comfort. It is reasonably priced and comes with a five-year warranty. Made in the US.
It can also benefit allergy sufferers as bugs and mites can’t live in a visco elastic memory foam mattress topper.
Sleep Better 3-Inch Visco Elastic Memory Foam Mattress Topper
How To Minimize the Risk of Tooth Decay
Posted on April 20, 2009
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If you have teeth, then you are at risk of getting tooth decay. However, we have identified the factors that increase the risk of getting tooth decay. All you have to do is avoid them.
Specific Food and Drinks
Some foods and drinks can do more harm to your teeth than others. The problem with fermentable carbohydrates is that they cling to the teeth for a long period of time. Fermentable carbohydrates include all sugars and cooked starches.
Do not be misled. Foods that seem to be the main cause of tooth decay like candy bars, jelly beans and caramels are easily washed away by saliva. But you should stay away from potato chips as they can stick to your teeth.
Here are more examples of foods and drinks that you should stay away from: milk, honey, table sugar, soda, raisins, cake, hard candy, breath mints, dried fruit, cookies, dry cereal, and bread.
As you can see, the foods and drinks mentioned above seem to be harmless but they can cause tooth decay. You probably can’t avoid them so just remember to thoroughly clean your teeth after eating the foods and drinks mentioned above.
Frequent Snacking and Sipping
It’s not how much sugary snacks you eat, it’s how often you eat them. You the more frequent you eat sugary food or drink sugary drinks, the more chances bacteria has to attack your teeth.
This is the reason why parents are discouraged to give babies milk formulas during bedtime. The sugar can stay on their teeth for a long time.
If you have a baby, make sure that you give him or her water after eating or after drinking milk.
The Water You Drink
Public water supplies contain fluoride that helps protect the teeth from tooth decay. The increased popularity of bottled water has a negative effect on teeth as most bottled water do not contain fluoride. On the other side of the coin, some bottled water contains too much fluoride and this could also cause problems. Check the label.
Unhealthy Gums
Receding gums that pull away from the teeth can cause problems as the teeth roots become exposed. Although teeth roots are naturally covered by cementum — a hard coating — this is easily depleted once the root surface is exposed. The next layer is dentin and that decays rather easily.
Dry Mouth
When your mouth is dry, that means there’s very little saliva. Saliva washes away food particles and plaque from teeth. It can even help repair tooth decay at its early stages. It can also inhibit the growth of bacteria and can neutralize acids. Saliva is good for your mouth.
Dental Fillings
Dental fillings don’t last forever. They can become weak and breakdown and the edges can become rough. Rough fillings or broken fillings can become a place for plaque to build up. Removing plaque deposited in these places can be difficult too.
Eating Problems
Anorexia and bulimia can result in damage to teeth and cavities. Digestive juices in the stomach can cause damage to the teeth when you vomit. Eating disorders can also lead to dry mouth and we know how important saliva is in maintaining healthy teeth.
Heartburn
Heartburn or GRD (gastroesophageal reflux disorder) can cause the acid in the stomach to flow into the mouth thereby damaging the teeth.
Intimate Contact
Kissing or sharing eating utensils can pass bacteria from one person to another. Don’t use the same spoon when feeding your babies or children.
Cancer Treatments
Radiation in the head and neck areas can lower the production of saliva and we know how important saliva is in maintaining healthy teeth.
What are the causes of tooth decay?
Posted on April 20, 2009
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There several naturally occurring bacteria in the mouth. Some of these bacteria grow faster in environments where there are fermenting carbohydrates. Fermenting carbohydrates can come from food and drinks that contain sugars and cooked starch. If these carbohydrates are not removed from your teeth, bacteria converts them into acid within 20 minutes. The bacteria, the acid, food particles and saliva can form into dental plaque. Plaque can be felt by your tongue if you run it across your teeth.
Now we all learned in grade school that teeth is coated with a very hard substance called enamel. Plaque acids attack the enamel that eventually causes cavities or tiny holes in the teeth. Once the enamel layer is breached, the acid reaches the next layer called dentin. Dentin is easier for the acid to break up than enamel. Once acid reaches the dentin layer, tooth decay speeds up.
Next, bacteria will attack the next layer in your teeth. The next layer is called the pulp. The pulp is where the nerves and blood vessels are. This is where the pain begins. At this stage, you will have problems biting as you will feel pain. Your immune system will respond by sending white blood cells to the infected areas. This may cause tooth abscess.
Permanent teeth is more resistant to decay than baby teeth. Saliva helps to wash away the acid. However, the deeper the bacteria go into your teeth, the faster the decay gets.
The back of the teeth is more prone to tooth decay. Also, the molars and premolars are bacteria’s favorite as they have many grooves, pits and crannies. The grooves can collect food particles.
The back of the teeth is more prone to tooth decay since they are harder to reach than the front of the teeth. Remember to clean the back of your teeth when brushing.
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