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Don’t fall for it! You’ve probably seen it by now – a very spotty teenager with a before and after shot, showing his acne completely gone in 4 weeks. Is there any truth in it? Well maybe just a little.  You pay your money to read the same old theories with a slightly different slant but here’s the thing. Like anything else in life, not just acne, when you get to the point of forking out some serious money you have reached the point where you are fairly committed to getting a result, in this case a cure for acne – it  could just as easily be many other things – diets readily spring to mind. Acne Myths Acne is caused by dirt Acne is contagious. Adults don’t get acne. Blackheads are caused by dirt in your pores. Chocolate causes acne. Greasy food causes acne. If it looks like a pimple, it’s definitely acne. If you have acne, you should skip the moisturizer. Scrubbing my skin will get rid of acne. Shaving causes acne. Sunscreen makes acne worse. Sweat causes acne.The sun gets rid of acne. Toothpaste is an effective acne spot treatment. Touching your face causes acne. What happens Read More …

Astragalus boosts the immune system and generates anticancer cells in the body. It is also a powerful antioxidant and protects the liver from toxins. This makes this plant ideal for people suffering from dark circles due to liver problems and depressed immune system. IMPORTANT: Do not take this herb if fever is present. Baybarry has antibiotic effects for sore throat coughs clods and flu. Garlic is effective against at least 30 types of bacteria viruses parasites and fungi. It has anti-inflammatory and astringent properties. Echinacea boosts the immune system and enhances lymphatic function. Goldenseal strengthens the immune system cleanses and detoxifies the body. It has anti bacteria properties. In a small town called Chirchik in Russia a flu epidemic swept the town. When many adults and children did not get sick scientists wanted to know why they were immune to the disease. It turns out that all of them used the berries from an herb called Shizandra. Immune System Booster. 2 cups of water. 1 tsp. echinacea root. tsp. chamomile leaves. tsp. shizandra berries. tsp. peppermint leaves. Immune Tincture. tsp. Echinacea root tincture. tsp. pau d arco bark tincture. tsp. Siberian ginseng root tincture. tsp. licorice root tincture. tsp. astragalus Read More …

Eight Natural Ways to Fight Depression It’s estimated that over a quarter of all Americans will suffer from depression at some point in their life. And as anyone who has ever suffered from the disease will attest to, it’s something that can be very difficult to cure. Should you find yourself suffering from depression, or you’re simply feeling a little blue, here are eight natural ways to fight the sadness. Accept the Cycles Though it mightn’t always seem like it, life is an emotional roller coaster for almost everyone. There’s elated highs and bitter lows and then there’s the endless in between times. When you find yourself feeling down, always remind yourself that your emotions are on a cycle. The highs don’t last forever and neither do the lows. Think About Past Achievements A common trait among people suffering from depression is a natural tendency to focus on the negative. Rather than constantly reflecting on your mistakes, try to reflect on your achievements. Take some time to think about the positive things that you have done in your life. Make Positive Friends Don’t underestimate the effect that those who you interact with can have on your emotions. Misery loves company Read More …

Reiki in Hartshorne Woodville Swadlincote Derbyshire Ring Jacquie for information about Reiki Healing on 01283 218626 Reiki Healing Path  Discover Reiki Healing energy with a free distant Reiki treatment. Reiki healing distant courses in Usui Lightarian Karuna Ki Reiki Lavender Flame RaSheeba Shamballa Full Spectrum Angelic Light and Medicine Buddha Reiki. Send a healing e-card or read a yearly energy report. Book Description Reiki For Life is the must-have guide to self-healing and treating others with Reiki. It is a comprehensive handbook that tells you everything you need to know about Reiki whether you want to recap on the basic routines or realise the power and potential of each level; learn special techniques to enhance Reiki practice or use Reiki for spiritual growth. Penelope Quest also compares the origins and development of Reiki in the West and the East revealing techniques specific to the original Japanese Reiki tradition. Suitable for beginners experienced practitioners and teachers alike this book: Explains what Reiki is and how it works; Gives detailed instruction in First and Second Degree techniques; Includes special advanced methods for working with Reiki; Suggests how to manage Reiki sessions and how to set up a professional practice; Outlines how to use Reiki to grow spiritually throughout your life; Advises on how to become a Reiki Master/Teacher. Synopsis A comprehensive guide to the practice Read More …

Calorie Tables Activity 100 lb 150 lb 200 lb Bicycling 6 mph 160  240  312  Bicycling 12 mph 270  410  534  Jumping rope 500  750  1 000  Running 5.5 mph 440  660  962  Running 7 mph 610  920  1 230  Running 10 mph 850  1 280  1 664  Swimming 25 yds/min 185  275  358  Swimming 50 yds/min 325  500  650  Tennis singles 265  400  535  Walking 2 mph 160  240  312  Walking 3 mph 210  320  416  Walking 4.5 mph 295  440  572    Step Height Calories/min. Calories/10 min. Calories/30 min. 4 inches 4.5 45 135 6 inches 5.5 55 165 8 inches 6.4 64 192 10 inches 7.2 72 216 The second table gives the caloric expenditure after 10 minutes of activity for various body weights. This data was obtained from Reebok Instructor News Volume 4 Number 2 1997. Activity & Calories/10 min. 125 lbs 150 lbs 175 lbs 200 lbs Aerobics (traditional at high intensity) 95 115 134 153 Gardening 41 49 57 65 Racquetball 75 90 105 120 Running (9 min/mile) 109 131 153 174 Shopping 35 42 49 56 Sitting (reading or watching TV) 10 12 14 16 Sleeping 10 12 14 16 Standing (light activity) Read More …