Tess April 24th, 2007
The sciatic nerve is the largest nerve in the human body and it connects the spinal cord with the muscles of the legs and feet. It runs from each side of the lower spine through the thighs down to the foot.
There are a lot of myths associated with the word sciatica. For example, sciatica is normally understood to be a diagnosis but actually it is by itself a symptom. Literally speaking, the term sciatica means a pain in the low back, on one side of the rear and/or down the back of the leg caused by a compression of the sciatica nerve. Whatever causes that compression is the actual diagnosis.
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Tess April 24th, 2007
With the incidence of attention deficit disorder increasing many people resort to various drugs the ADD treatment. The irony of the situation is that there is no fool-proof method of diagnosing ADD, and many a times there are normal children who have been diagnosed and stamped as ADD and being given child ADHD treatment while they may be normal children with maybe a slightly higher need for attention or slightly hyperactive.
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Tess April 23rd, 2007
by Kate Dailey, Men’s Health
1. If your throat tickles, scratch your ear.
When you were 9, playing your armpit was a cool trick. Now, as an adult, you can still appreciate a good body-based feat, but you’re more discriminating. Take that tickle in your throat; it’s not worth gagging over. Here’s a better way to scratch your itch: “When the nerves in the ear are stimulated, it creates a reflex in the throat that can cause a muscle spasm,” says Scott Schaffer, M.D., president of an ear, nose and throat specialty center in Gibbsboro, New Jersey. “This spasm relieves the tickle.”
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Tess April 23rd, 2007
* 4 d. violet oil
* 2 d. rose oil
* 2 d. ylang ylang oil.
Eases tension and returns concentration. Add oils to 1/4 C epsom salts or baking soda; add to bath while water is running; soak 15-20 minutes.
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Tess April 23rd, 2007
Though the term insomnia is used loosely to refer to any kind of temporary disruption in sleep patterns, clinical insomnia is much more than that. It is a sleep disorder that occurs due to depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder or other such psychological conditions. Some of the key symptoms of insomnia are
1. Extreme tiredness
2. Mental exertion
3. Fear and anxiety
4. Hyperactivity
Many people who suffer from depression and insomnia seek natural remedies for depressionsince conventional drugs are known to have many side effects.
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Tess April 20th, 2007
What is Tummy Trumbles?
Tummy Trumbles is a complex herbal and homeopathic remedy that is 100% safe and natural and is used as a supportive tummy tonic for children and to facilitate normal bowel activity and healthy, firm stools in children.
Especially formulated for children, Tummy Trumbles comes in convenient drop form, making it easy to administer to children in a little water or their favorite juice.
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Tess April 20th, 2007
By Marsha Calder
As parents, we will do virtually anything to ensure the safety, health and emotional well-being of our children. However, one essential component often overlooked is our child’s spiritual development. With the influx of Indigo, Crystal and Rainbow children, it is imperative to nurture their spirituality. Not acknowledging this critical piece of their make-up may hinder their innate talents and ultimately, their ability to change our planet.
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Tess April 16th, 2007
Get in the zone today. Now you too can get that competitive edge in any sport you choose. Try the same cutting-edge sports hypnosis techniques that many star athletes currently use. And maximize your skills for peak performance.
Would you like to:
- Get the winning edge?
- Enhance your concentration and focus?
- Work out and play with greater intensity?
- Build confidence and optimism?
- Remain poised in any competitive situation?
- Replace doubt with positive self-talk?
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Tess April 15th, 2007
It is interesting to note that the aging dog (like his master) is also prone to prostatic enlargement, but (unlike his master) does not often develop retention of urine. However, due to the bulging upwards of the enlarged prostate the dog’s rectum is compressed. This engenders a feeling of continuous fullness in the rectum and induces straining. The prostates of eunuchs are small and underdeveloped, and enlargement of the prostate is unknown.
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Tess April 15th, 2007
What is are KiddieVom Sprinkles?
KiddieVom Sprinkles combine 100% safe and natural herbal and homeopathic ingredients that are especially chosen to settle small stomachs. KiddieVom supports the digestive process and relieves nausea and vomiting in children.
Sprinkled directly onto the tongue, the pleasant tasting fine granules of KiddieVom Sprinkles are easy to administer to all ages - especially for children who do not feel well enough to swallow medicine. A large part of the remedy is absorbed directly through the mucous membranes of the mouth, which means the effect is maintained even if your child vomits after administering KiddieVom Sprinkles.
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