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Study: Obesity Could be Wired in the Brain
Apr 14, 2011
If you're overweight but just can't resist the temptation of high-fat foods don't beat yourself up. Your inability to say no could be wired in your brain. Research shows that there is a direct relationship between obesity and the brain's prefrontal...Childhood Obesity Facts & How to Help the Kids
Jun 15, 2009
Young children do look cuddly with 'baby fat', but there are good reasons for taking a closer look at your child's weight to prevent obesity. Childhood obesity is a pressing issue as it is associated with chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, fatty...Understanding Obesity: Basic Things You Need to Know
Jun 13, 2009
Statistics gathered by the World Health Organization (WHO) show that an estimated 2.6 million people die yearly because of obesity. Obesity is best described as the abnormal or excessive accumulation of body fat that poses serious health risks to those...Haemorrhoids: Causes & Treatments
Apr 16, 2009
Haemorrhoids, or piles, are enlarged veins of the rectal/anal area that become dilated and swollen. These can occur internally, typically in your rectum, or externally around your anus. Haemorrhoids are very common in the adult population, with...Dealing with Binge Eating: How to Stop
Dec 08, 2008
Everyone has overeaten at some point or another but binge eating is different to overeating from time to time. The former is a mental health condition that can reduce the quality of life and increase the likelihood of heart disease and other chronic...How to Stop Overeating: A Guide to Healthy Eating
Aug 17, 2008
Overeating is something that we're all guilty of at one point or another but it can be dangerous as it can lead to weight gain, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease and a whole range of other health problems. Read on to learn how you can stop...Understand Blood Pressure & What It Means
Aug 13, 2008
Our blood pressure is an important way of measuring our overall levels of health, and it is vital that it is maintained in a normal range. One of the best ways to do this is through maintaining our weight, so in this article, we are looking at the...Intro to Sivananda Yoga: What You Need to Know
May 28, 2007
Sivananda yoga was developed by Swami Vishnudevananda, a disciple of Swami Sivananda for whom this style of yoga was named. Sivananda yoga follows a set structure that includes postures or asanas, breathing, relaxation, diet and positive thinking.
