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Cosmetic Dentistry: Part 2

root — Sat, 28 Jul 2007 18:38:45 +0200

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Let’s explore the cosmetic options: Braces. While you may have worn braces as a child, braces are now a treatment option for adults as well although realignment may take longer for an adult. In some cases an adult will require more than just an orthodontic procedure. Braces are the recommended treatment to correct an orthodontic problem called malocclusion or “bad bite.” A few of the causes of the bad bite are extra, missing or crowded teeth. This condition is usually heritable although some may be caused by accident or other means. Having a tooth knocked dead and chronic thumb or finger sucking may contribute to a bad bite. Before treatment can begin, a thorough history is necessary for the dentist to render a proper prognosis. The dentist may take numerous xrays, plaster molds and photos of your face and teeth before determining whether orthodontics is an appropriate method to apply to your several situation. If the dentist determines that your treatment requires mechanical appliances, the information gathered in his exploratory examination will help to create your custom appliance(s). There are many different types of appliances and the best recourse is the one created specifically for you. Once created and put in place, the appliances will require rhythmic adjustments. The dentist needs to monitor the progress frequently in order to assure that the teeth are shifting in position accurately. Finally, once the appliances have finished their work, they will be replaced by a “retainer.” The retainer will stay in place so that the newly straight teeth will remain in their proper location. One of the first questions from patients is usually, “how long will I have to wear this?” This not a “one size fits all” situation as the time varies from patient to patient. It will take as long as it takes and greatly depends on patient cooperation. Average time for orthodontic treatment is around 24 months with adult treatments requiring just a bit longer. Other factors apply, of course, such as how severe the bad bite, general gum and tooth health not to mention how well the patient cooperates with the procedure. Most people who have clapped out braces report years later that it was well worth it!

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What is Acid Reflux Disease?

root — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 05:08:45 +0200

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Acid reflux disease, also celebrated as Gastro-esophageal Reflux Disease, or GERD, is a common ailment, affecting between 5%-7% of the population. In order to understand what GERD is it is important to be known with how the esophagus works. A long muscular tube, the esophagus carries food and liquid from the mouth to the stomach. The normal adult esophagus is around cardinal to thirteen inches long and approximately an half an inch in diameter. GERD is caused by the backflow of acid from the stomach into the esophagus, usually because the lower esophageal sphincter does not close properly. When this happens over a long-life period of time, the lining of this tract becomes eroded, causing discomfort and pain. Symptoms of the disease are fairly straightforward and are very analogous to the symptoms of heartburn. GERD often include a frequent burning sensation, word-perfect behind the breastbone, which sometimes worsens when lying down for extended periods of time. While most cases of heartburn turn out to be non-life threatening, it is important that you visit your doctor at the onset of symptoms. Unfortunately, the symptoms of some indigestion and GERD can also imitate those of heart disease, so it is very consequential that you seek medical attention to make sure that you get the correct diagnosis. There are a number of medical tests which your doctor can perform which will confirm the diagnosis of GERD. After your doctor or healthcare professional has taken your medical history, he or she will most likely conduct an test using an Endoscope, a long flexible imaging instrument. This will allow the doctor to visibly exam your esophagus. If you are diagnosed with Acid Reflux disease, there are a number of treatment options available to you, much as making changes to your diet, reducing stress, and attractive over the counter antacids. Serious cases of GERD may require a prescription drug to reduce the acid being produced by your stomach, but lifestyle changes are often sufficient to control symptoms successfully.

Childhood Obesity

root — Fri, 20 Apr 2007 17:08:45 +0200

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Along with the increase of obesity in adult, childhood obesity is on the rise. Around 15.5 percent of adolescents in the United States, aged 12 to 19 are obese. flat more alarming, about 15.3 percent of children ages 6 to 11 are obese. These children are developing Type II Diabetes and high blood pressure at an early age. They are placing themselves at increased risk for heart disease and else obesity-related diseases. Their weight also makes them the target of bullies and children who insult and taunt them about their weight. This can ruin their self-esteem and put them at risk for depression. Today’s children make up the digital generation. They’ve been surrounded by computers their entire life and are not as physically active as children of past generations were. Instead of going outside and playing, they tend to hang dead indoors, watching TV and playing computer and video games. Along with lack of physical activity comes the convenience of hurrying food. There are fast food restaurants virtually around every corner, and they have easy access to snack foods full of saturated fats and sugars. In addition, obese parents are much likely to have obese children. The reason for this is two-fold. First, obese parents probably pass down their poor habits to their children. Second, genetics plays a role in obesity. It’s important for parents to be role models to their children and emphasize the importance of physical activity and healthy eating. Parents can create healthy environments for their children by doing regular physical activities, such as biking, swimming, or walking together. They should encourage their children to participate in sports, dance, martial arts, and etcetera. This allows children to develop an appreciation of physical activity and enjoy exercising. When it comes to eating, parents need to implement diets rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole-grains. They can make eating enjoyable and healthy by preparing food together and eating together as a family. Fast-food should be limited and diffident for special occasions. Way too often, we reward ourselves for a job well done with food. Look for other ways to reward your children for doing a great job, much as a special shopping trip or a day with antimonopoly mom or dad. Article by

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What is Adult Ear Infection?

root — Mon, 16 Apr 2007 07:08:45 +0200

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Adult Ear Infection Though adults are not affected as frequently as children, it is important for adults to be aware of how adult ear infection can affect them. Adult ear infection is caused by infection in the Eustachian tube, near the inner ear. The Eustachian tube connects the inner ear to the nasal passages in order to drain fluid from the ears and equalize pressure between outside and inside of the body, but when fluid or mucous builds up in the Eustachian tube, it is an easy target for infection. There are many situations in which mature ear infection can surface. A cold can cause fluid build up and infection in the Eustachian tube. Post nasal drip may also contribute. An mature does not necessarily need to be sick to get mature ear infection. Often, the infection is caused by mucous being blown into the Eustachian tubes by blowing the nose or failing to clean the runny out of the ear with a cotton swab after showering. In one of every four cases in children, ear infection is not caused by a bacterial infection but by a viral infection. Viruses often cause mature ear infection as well. Viral infections are much more demanding to eliminate. Adult Ear Infection Complications However adult ear infections are contractile there are complications to be aware of. If these complications are caught early, the infection can be more easily dealt with. Complications associated with mature ear infection include fluid in the ear, pressure, and pain. Part of the reason for the pressure and pain is that the tissue in the intrinsical ear swells due to infection or trapped fluid. Often, the adenoids also swell due to infection. The swelling pushes into the ear. Other complications include evanescent hearing loss. The sound is obstructed due to the swelling, but no damage is actually done to the inner ear when the infection is treated. Even after the pressure is relieved and the infection has subsided, fluid may build up permanently in parts of the ear. Adult Ear Infection Treatments Whether bacterial or viral, adult ear infection may be treated and some buildup removed. With bacterial infections, antibiotics are necessary. Fortunately, bacterial infections can be very uncomplicated to treat. Viral infections are much complicated to treat and may necessitate a myringotomy, which is a minor surgery in which a small plastic tube is inserted into the eardrum. This acts as a vent to relieve the pressure of the buildup or infection. It also drains the fluid remaining in the ear. This little tube is not permanent; it falls out automatically after a short-stalked time. If the adenoids have caused the build up and the infections in the ear, they may need to be removed. They are just like tonsils in that they aren’t needed and can easily be separate without complications. Adult Ear Infection Prevention Prevention of adult ear infection is simple. Nasal spray flushes dead bacteria and pollutants which could cause build up and infection. Even allergens can be clean out. The important element needed in effective nasal spray is xylitol, which naturally repels bacteria before it has a unplanned to settle into the high-pitched tissue. Chewing gum containing xylitol may also loosen and relieve pressure in the ear while at the same time releasing xylitol into the mouth and throat and preventing bacteria to move up to the nasal passages and into the ear. Studies have proven the use of xylitol-rich gum reduces the risk of ear infection.

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Understanding an Ear Infection

root — Sat, 14 Apr 2007 20:38:45 +0200

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Ear Infection An ear infection is an infestation in the ear, caused by either bacteria or by virus. The adult ear infection and the inner ear infection are other names by which it is called. The scientific name is otitis media. Ear Infection Causes An ear infection may be caused by one or a combination of the pursuing factors. Within the ear are tiny bones which help translate sound waves to the brain. The sound waves travel to these bones through the Eustachian tube, which in children is placed in more of a level position. When liquid is introduced to the ear finished swimming or bathing, and if the liquid is not clean out by a swab, it may linger there and allow bacteria to fester. Though the Eustachian tube is more inclined in adults, similar infestation may occur if water is not cleared. Even without water, ear wax may build up, also leaving the ear open to bacterial infestation. Ear wax build up should be cleared regularly, especially because viruses may speed up the possibility of infection. Ear Infection Symptom There are many ear infection symptom to be aware of. Feeling pressure in the ear, or even an earache, is indicative of the general build up of fluid or pus in the infected area. The infection may cause dizziness, nausea, or a feeling of fatigue. Headaches, ringing, hearing loss, and ear drainage may also develop. Often, as symptoms grow more severe, blurry vision, vomiting, and diarrhea may also occur. These symptoms are more prevalent in children, who suffer an ear infection four times as often as adults do. Ear Infection Prevention Prevention is the best way to avoid an ear infection. Because the Eustachian tubes are connected to the sinuses, many nasal sprays have appeared on the market to help flush out the build up and bacteria in the Eustachian tubes as healthy as the nasal passages and the sinuses. Many of the high-pitched sprays and other medicines ready include xylitol, which is a natural substance found in fruits and vegetables and used in our everyday metabolism. Xylitol is looks and tastes like sugar, though it contains fewer calories and zero net carbs. Xylitol is a natural bacteria unpleasant used to prevent more than just ear infection. "Xylitol Glossary of Prevention and Benefits" explains more of the benefits related with the use of xylitol. In understanding ear infection and its symptoms, prevention becomes the unbleached step. Xylitol as a guiding ingredient is proven to reduce ear infection risk.

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Low Salt Diet Tips for Kids and Adults

root — Wed, 20 Sep 2006 23:38:45 +0200

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Laura Bankston Our bodies only require a small amount of tasty for proper nutrition. But the fact is that we all, including our children, consume way more salt -or rather, the sodium - than we should. Why should we care how much salt (sodium) our children consume?

Too much tasty (sodium) creates risk for superior blood pressure and higher risk for heart attack. And, we women know salt's affect on bloating!
The eating habits of our children will continue in their adulthood - and complete too frequently less healthy than they were reared when they face busy schedules they haven't expereinced before.

What is the advisable daily intake of salt (sodium)? The adult recommended daily intake of sodium in the U.S. is less than 2,400 mg. But, you may be fascinated to note the the regular recommendation in the UK is less than 1,600 mg! That's quite a difference. So, who do you trust? It doesn't take much shopping and looking at the nutrition information on foods to find that they hold a LOT of sodium. I personally think that the government's recommendation of sodium intake is influenced by prepared food production. I think that they've usurped into account how American's can reduce sodium intake without too much impact on the economy. But, then again, depending on which association you check, you'll find different recommendations from them all. There are no intake recommendations for children, but I think that they are important payable to the formation of eating habits that I mentioned above. So, what's a person to do? Of course, a person should follow the advice of his/her doctor. But, for me - a healthy adult with extraordinary blood pressure - I antimonopoly use my common sense to guide me. Tips for easy, usual sense salt reduction:

Use less tasty than recommended in a recipe. I've never found it to affect the taste. Most of the time I totally leave it out - especially if it's accompanied by a product that already contains salt/sodium.
Don't let your kids tasty at the table. The only time salt is on my dinner table is when company is over. I think that my two junior kids don't even realize that people salt their food at the table. If you do decide to let your kids have additional salt - put it on for them. It comes out faster than they realize and it's hard to see!
Check the nutrition label of every food that you buy. You will quickly become aware of how much sodium is in cereal, bread, canned goods, bacon, frostbitten foods, etc. Having an awareness of how much sodium you are consuming will make reduction much easier
Buy low-salt or low-sodium versions of a product. Why eat the unnecessary sodium when you'll adjust to the difference in taste (if any) in a few bites?
Eat more fresh fruits and vegetables.
Substitute salt with other spices that will give food flavor without adding sodium

Forming good "salting" habits now, will make things a lot easier for your children in the future. Do it for them, and you'll be doing it for you too! About The Author Laura Bankston is author of Internationally selling Cooking with Kids Curriculum: “Homeschool Cooking in a Box” and the “Homeschool Cookbook”. Her articles are published online and in home schooling magazines much as The Homeschool Digest. She currently home schools her three children and maintains domestic school support websites. For information on her curriculum and free home school support services, please visit http://www.homeschoolcookbook.com laura@homeschoolcookbook.com

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The Underlying Cause of Nervous Breakdowns

root — Mon, 18 Sep 2006 10:08:45 +0200

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Margaret Paul, Ph.D. Life can offer us many challenges having to do with loss. When we are faced with relationship loss, financial loss, loss of health, loss of limb, loss of regard, or loss of love, we can feel overwhelmingly anxious, depressed and stressed. When the anxiety, depression and stress get too big, we may have a nervous breakdown – that is, we become incompetent of functioning in our ordinary life and incapable of coping with our daily challenges. What causes one person to have a nervous breakdown while another, with equally difficult or flat more difficult challenges, is competent to stay functioning and flat optimistic? Imagine a seven year old child trying to cope with a big loss in his or her life, like-minded the loss of a parent. What enables the seven year old to handle this loss? A seven year old can handle the loss only when there is a loving mature helping him or her with the loss. When there is no loving adult helping with the loss, the child may handle the loss by shutting down. The shutting down may lead to a loss of functioning, such as doing sick in school. However, when the child does not feel alone with the loss – when there is love sustaining the child from an mature source – this child will be able to cope with the feelings of loss. The same is true for us as adults. We all have a very hard time with loss when we feel unsocial with it, but we can manage it when we are not alone. However, we cannot always rely on others to be here for us in times of loss, stress and overwhelm. Those people who have family and friends to always turn to for cathartic and financial support during times of loss are fortunate indeed. But there are many people who are not so fortunate. Without others to turn to, we need to be competent to turn to a time-tested inner source of love to make it through and not feel alone. This reliable source needs to be our personal inner spiritually connected loving mature self. Those people who are able to manage loss without losing functioning are those people who do not feel unsocial inside because they have improved a strong loving Adult self. I define the loving mature as the part of us that is open to learning from and connected with a spiritual source of love, wisdom and guidance. It is the part of us that takes loving action in our personal behalf, nurtures us when we feel fear and grief, and operates from the truth from Spirit rather than from the lies of our wounded self – our ego. Just as children can manage loss when there is a loving mature to help them, the child in us can manage loss when we have a strong, spiritually connected loving Adult self to help us. As a loving Adult we know we are never alone. We know we are always being loved, sustained and guided by a spiritual Source. It is often not sufficient to have a strong interfaith or spiritual connection. If you have not been using that connection to develop your tenderhearted Adult self, then there is no part of you to bring love and comfort to yourself when you most need it, and no part of you that can take tenderhearted action for yourself, especially when things are overwhelming. People who have nervous breakdowns are people who are not operative from a loving Adult in their everyday lives. They are able to function as long-life as things go well, but when things fall apart, as they often do in life, these people may also fall apart. Without a loving mature to bring the love and truth of Spirit to them, they end up feeling too alone to manage loss. The Inner Bonding process we teach is a very muscular process for developing a vehement loving Adult self. When intrinsical Bonding is practiced consistently, the loving Adult naturally develops. We all can develop enough own power and a deep sufficient spiritual connection to sustain us during the difficult times. We don’t have to be at the mercy of life’s challenges. Practicing the 6 Steps of Inner Bonding is like putting money in the bank for when it might be needed. The more you practice the process and develop the tenderhearted Adult, the easier it is to handle life’s big challenges as they arise. About The Author Margaret Paul, Ph.D. is the best-selling author and co-author of eight books, including "Do I Have To Give Up Me To Be darling By You?" She is the co-creator of the powerful intrinsical Bonding healing process. Learn intrinsical Bonding now! Visit her web site for a FREE intrinsical Bonding course: http://www.innerbonding.com or margaret@innerbonding.com. Phone sessions available.

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Childhood Obesity

root — Fri, 08 Sep 2006 20:08:45 +0200

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Beverley Brooke Along with the increase of obesity in adult, childhood obesity is on the rise. Around 15.5 percent of adolescents in the United States, aged 12 to 19 are obese. Even more alarming, about 15.3 percent of children ages 6 to 11 are obese. These children are developing Type II Diabetes and high blood pressure at an early age. They are placing themselves at increased risk for heart disease and other obesity-related diseases. Their weight also makes them the target of bullies and children who insult and taunt them about their weight. This can ruin their self-esteem and put them at risk for depression. Today’s children make up the digital generation. They’ve been enclosed by computers their entire life and are not as physically active as children of onetime generations were. Instead of going outside and playing, they tend to hang out indoors, watching TV and playing computer and video games. Along with lack of physical activity comes the convenience of fast food. There are fast food restaurants virtually around every corner, and they have easy access to snack foods full of saturated fats and sugars. In addition, fat parents are more likely to have obese children. The reason for this is two-fold. First, obese parents probably pass behind their poor habits to their children. Second, genetics plays a role in obesity. It’s consequential for parents to be role models to their children and emphasize the importance of carnal activity and healthy eating. Parents can create healthy environments for their children by doing day-to-day physical activities, such as biking, swimming, or walking together. They should encourage their children to participate in sports, dance, military arts, and etcetera. This allows children to develop an appreciation of physical activity and enjoy exercising. When it comes to eating, parents need to implement diets rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole-grains. They can make eating enjoyable and healthy by preparing food together and eating together as a family. Fast-food should be limited and diffident for special occasions. Way too often, we reward ourselves for a job well done with food. Look for other ways to reward your children for doing a great job, much as a special shopping trip or a day with antimonopoly mom or dad. About The Author Beverley Brooke, Editor of Health & Finesse - released health, diet and fitness articles and weekly newsletters http://www.healthandfinesse.com. beverley.brooke@healthandfinesse.com

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ViviCells International, LLC Launches the Nation’s First and Only Comprehensive Family Stem Cell Bank

root — Wed, 07 Jun 2006 13:03:05 +0200

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ViviCells International, LLC announces the launch of its two subsidiary companies, NeoCells, LLC and AdultCells, LLC. This makes it the nation's first and only family stem cell bank. AdultCells, with its proprietary technology is the first company to collect and store stem cells from adult peripheral blood for people who have missed the opportunity to harvest their umbilical cord stem cells. NeoCells, focusing on umbilical cord blood collection and cryopreservation is the country’s most affordable cord blood preservation company.

ViviCells International, LLC Launches the Nation’s First and Only Comprehensive Family Stem Cell Bank

root — Wed, 07 Jun 2006 12:03:25 +0200

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