Because of the ‘surprise’ element with cancer, it is not uncommon for the woman to ‘blame’ some aspect of her lifestyle for its cause – diet, stress, sexual history and other unproved ‘myths’. This ‘blame’ often contributes to the loss of self-esteem and diminished self-acceptance as a ‘total’ woman. Some suggest that the way we [...]

Woman when tired or physically in disposed or in unsuitable environment may not agree for sex. To punish husbands who have not agreed to their idea or materialistic demands, some women don’t permit sex. On occasion it may serve the purpose but if it becomes a practice then husband may find out some alternatives to [...]

Claims about the relationship of fat, cholesterol, and fiber to heart disease: For the first time, certain foods may qualify for stating on the label that there is a link between reduced risk of coronary artery disease and lower saturated fat and cholesterol intakes to lower blood cholesterol levels. Manufacturers will be allowed to make [...]

In the negative Gorse state, the people look like “basement children” with dark shadows under the eyes, a cheerless waxy yellow face, unimpressive eyes, looking more like a purposeless moving corpse than a livid living man. Those moving towards negative Gorse state can be spotted by their remarks such as ‘Oh, I have tried all [...]

How do you feel when reality begins to sink in and you are confronted with so many losses, changes, and disruptions? Many people experience a sense of grief in the wake of becoming disabled. Sadness, unhappiness, feeling “down” or “blue” are normal responses to any loss. With the onset of a physical disability, many people [...]

Weighing yourself is an important part of any eating and weight-control program. In the Carbohydrate Addict’s Diet your weekly weight loss will help you to individualize the diet by choosing the plan that will help you meet your weight-loss goals. Whether you are trying to lose or maintain your weight, accurate weighing is essential to [...]

What about children? Can they ever suffer from high blood pressure? They can and they do. A few years ago a pediatrician at Children’s Hospital in Los Angeles reported finding HBP in one per cent of all babies tested. This may not seem like a high figure, but as the pediatrician pointed out, it is [...]

White vinegar and lemon juice are acidic—they neutralize alkaline substances such as scale from hard water. Acids dissolve gummy buildup, eat away tarnish, and remove dirt from wood surfaces. Liquid soaps and detergents are necessary for cutting grease, and they are not the same thing. Soap is made from fats and lye. Detergents are synthetic [...]

Patients have described their condition to me in many ways. One man stated, “I have absolutely no energy; sometimes I feel I can barely hold my head up. My boss thinks I’m bored in my job—I’m not. I love my work. But sometimes I just want to curl up on the floor of the office [...]

Prophylaxis Current guidelines do not recommend routine antimicrobial prophylaxis or serologic testing after a tick bite. Although several experts recommend prophylaxis after bites by engorged I. scapularis nymphs, it is very difficult to accurately identify the tick species and assess the degree of engorgement. Testing recovered ticks for B. burgdorferi is not recommended. People who [...]