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By PL Chang on August 15th, 2009

Negative Effects of Over Exercising

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Exercise is one of the best physical activities that you can do to increase your health but too much exercise can cause negative effects on your body. According to a research done in Toronto, people who did aerobic exercise five days per week for more than 40 minutes, had lowered antibody production than those who did aerobic exercise three days per week. The human body, like many system of the Universe, is all about balance. By exercising too much, you can disrupt the chemical balance in your body. This can cause certain health problems and stress on your immune system.

Have you ever wondered why bodybuilders and marathon runners look older than their real age? People who dedicated their whole lives to these kind of sports exercise more than is needed. Too much exercise can increase production of cortisol and pro-inflammatory chemicals. These chemicals can cause tissue damage and promote premature aging. Over exercising also suppresses the immune system which can make people susceptible to disease causing microorganisms.

If you do exercise more than what is needed, you should pay close attention to your diet. Organic plant-based food is one of the best diets to reduce the negative effects of over exercising. Organic plant-based food is full of nutrients and antioxidants to help heal your body and reduce free-radical damage. Free-radical damages your body by disrupting the atomic structure of your cells and DNA. It has been linked to most, if not all, disease in the body. If you are worried about the negative effects of over exercising, do light exercises such as walking, jogging, yoga, tai chi and aerobic exercise.

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By PL Chang on August 13th, 2009

Natural Mosquito Repellent and Remedy

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Summer is a beautiful season because it is filled with life. Unfortunately, not all life are pleasant such as mosquito. If you are planning a last summer camp trip, you may want to think twice about bring something to repel mosquito. The most common product for repelling mosquito is insect repellent spray. Most insect repellent sprays are harmful to your health because they contain N,N-diethyl-meta-toluamide (DEET). DEET is a registered pesticide and is a member of the toluene chemical family. DEET can easily be absorbed by the skin; therefore, contaminating the blood within minutes of use. Studies have shown that DEET can disrupt the central nervous system and is harmful to the brain. Luckily, there are safer alternatives that can work just as well or even better than insect repellent spray.

Natural mosquito repellents:

Rose Geranium Oil: Dab a cotton ball in rose geranium oil and apply to certain areas of the body. You may want to dilute it in water if you have sensitive skin. Repeat after an hour or two.
Rosemary Oil: Dab a cotton ball in rosemary oil and apply to certain areas of the body. Repeat after an hour or two. Some herbalists believed that by mixing rosemary oil and catnip oil, it can be more effective than DEET. Rosemary oil may cause skin irritation in some people. To reduce the irritation, dilute the oil in water or apply less. Grow rosemary in your yard where you like to hang out. This can help drive mosquito away.
Lavender Oil: Dab a cotton ball in lavender oil and apply to certain areas of the body, such as the inner wrists, elbows, neck, ears, knees, etc. Repeat after an hour or two. Lavender oil may cause skin irritation in some people. If you have sensitive skin, you may want to dilute the oil in water before applying it. Grow lavender in the areas where you like to hang out, such as the deck or grill area. This can help drive mosquito away.
Peppermint Oil: Add several drops of peppermint oil into a spray bottle filled with water. Shake it well, then spray it on your body. You can also dab a cotton ball in pure peppermint oil and apply it on certain areas on your body. You may want to test it on your skin first because peppermint oil may cause skin irritation. Repeat after an hour or two.
Isolongifolenone: A natural compound found in the Tauroniro tree. Studies have shown that isolongifolenone is more effective at repelling mosquito than DEET. I have not seen any products that uses isolongifolenone so it might not be available for the public yet.

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By PL Chang on August 12th, 2009

Warts Causes and Remedies

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Warts are caused by a group of virus called human papilloma viruses (HPV). There are more than 100 types of HPV. According to womenshealth.gov, in the United States alone there are about 20 million Americans with HPV. Warts usually appear on the face, hands, and feet, but can also appear anywhere on the body. Warts are usually painless but there are some that may cause cancer. According to researchers, over 90 percent of cervical cancers are related to HPV, especially HPV type 16 and 18. Warts can vary in shapes and sizes. Body warts can be pointy or flat. Their colors are usually dark, white, grey or skin-tone in color. Genital warts are usually red or pink and pointy or tall. Women who have genital warts should have regular PAP smear to check for cervical cancer.

Warts causes:

Warts is caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV). Warts can be transmitted from an infected person to another person by physical contact or sexual activities. Warts that appear on the body are not as contagious as genital warts. People who have a healthy immune system usually do not have problems with warts. Therefore, a suppressed immune system is common in people with wart problems.

Wart remedies:

Wild Lettuce (also known as lactuca canadensis): This herb is well known in the herbal community for removing warts. To use the herb, squeeze its juice from the stalk and apply to the infected area.
Vitamin B9 (also known as folate or folic acid): May help reduce the risk of cervical dysplasia and cervical cancer. Nutritionists recommend taking 1 to 10 milligrams of B9 supplement daily. For best result, take natural vitamin B9 instead of the synthetic version. If you are worry about cervical dysplasia, avoid smoking or stop smoking. Studies have shown that people who smoke have a greater risk of developing cervical dysplasia.
Moducare Sterols and Sterolins: Studies shown that sterols and sterolins can increase the immune system by enhancing NK, white and T-helper cell activities. This may help prevent warts from recurring. Nutritionists recommend taking two or three capsules per day.
Wobenzym: A supplement that contains essential enzymes for assisting chemical reactions in the body. Wobenzym may help disable viruses. Nutritionists recommend taking about 4 tablets per day.
Oregano Oil: Known for treating viral infections because of its antiviral properties. Herbalists recommend adding about 3 drops of oregano oil to warm water. Apply twice daily on body warts.
Miracle Mineral Supplement (MMS): The secret ingredient in MMS is chlorine dioxide. Note: Chlorine dioxide is not the same as chlorine. When chlorine dioxide comes in contact with certain microorganisms in the body, it destroys them by exploding the walls of microorganisms. This makes it really effective at destroying them because microorganisms can’t become resistant to it. According to Jim Humble, the founder of MMS, the chlorine dioxide in MMS can kill pathogen, bacteria, virus, fungus and parasites. Visit this page for more information on MMS.

Your immune system is one of your best tools for fighting warts. To increase the function of your immune system, avoid using fluoridated products, such as fluoridated toothpaste. This also include fluoridated drinking water. Most drinking water in the United States is treated with fluoride. If you live in the United States, you need to install a special water filter system called activated alumina. For more information about activated alumina water filter system, please visit this page. Heavy metal toxicity is also great at reducing the function of your immune system. To remove heavy metal, you will need to take oral chelation supplement or visit your doctor for chelation therapy and go on a detox diet. Avoid eating refined sugar and artificial sweeteners because they are great at lowering your immune system.

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By PL Chang on August 10th, 2009

Arthritis Causes and Natural Treatments

Arthritis is a disorder that is becoming more common among young adults, especially women. There are many things that can cause arthritis. Some of the main ones are: repetitive use of joints, heavy labor, lack of sleep, poor diet, obesity, stress, vaccines, heredity, and viral or bacterial infections. People who have arthritis may experience joint pain, lost of mobility, swollen or deformed joint, stiffness and fatigue.

Types of arthritis

Osteoarthritis
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Gout
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Polymyalgia Rheumatica
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Infective Arthritis
Reiter’s Disease
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

Two most common types of arthritis

Rheumatoid Arthritis: An inflammatory disorder that causes joint pain by attacking the lining of joints. Rheumatoid arthritis is more common in women than men and usually occurs around age 40 and up. Although, it is becoming more common in young adults and children. Rheumatoid arthritis that is not treated properly can cause chronic joint pain which can lead to deformity.
Osteoarthritis: A degenerative joint disorder that causes the cartilage in joints to wear down over time. Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis and can affect almost any joints. Osteoarthritis usually occurs around age 40 and worsen as we age.

Natural treatments for arthritis

Boswellia: A natural herb that has strong anti-inflammatory properties. Herbalists claimed that it may be more effective than NSAIDs. They recommend taking 400 milligrams of boswellia three times per day.
Glucosamine sulfate: Helps promote cartilage repair. Health experts recommend taking 500 milligram three times per day.
Vitamin C: Has strong antioxidant properties and helps synthesize collagen. 1,000 milligrams per day is recommended by nutritionists.
Turmeric: A natural herb that is well known for treating inflammation and skin disease because of its antitumoral, antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral properties. Herbalists recommend taking 400 milligrams per day.
Vitamin D: Helps the body absorb calcium. Nutritionists recommend taking 200 IU daily.
Food to avoid: Limit or avoid food that contains a lot of sugar and salt. Junk food, fast food, red meat and milk should be avoided as much as possible. Milk contains a lot of chemicals and most of its calcium doesn’t get absorb by the body. If you are worried about not getting enough calcium, add arugula, bok choy, turnip greens and collard greens in your diet. They are actually the best sources of high quality calcium. Eat them raw for best results.

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