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Acne Skin Care Products - Which one to choose?
by Sarah Rhodes


There are several forms of medication, some preventive and others curative. Preventive medication stresses on keeping the skin squeaky clean to prevent the incidence of clogged pores. Antiseptic liquid cleansers like Cetaphil cleanse the skin without causing any irritation. In fact, these should form an integral part of your daily skin care regime.

During puberty girls experience an increased likelihood and severity of acne from the increased oil secretions in the skin. Puberty is often a difficult time and acne only adds to the difficulty. During puberty girls usually experience increased irritability, mood swings, and feelings of low self esteem. Even girls who have been very sure of themselves may suffer from low self esteem when puberty sets in. These changes may be even more severe in the girl also suffers from acne.

In most cases, chemical peel treatments are used to remove lines under the eyes and around the mouth, as well as, sun-damaged skin, mild scarring, age spots and other skin problems. Acne treatments may include this method in which the dermatologist applies a certain chemical substance to the skin. The targeted spot blisters and can be peeled off. This method of acne care treatment is effective mostly for removing scars, especially in the facial area. The treatment is accompanies by some heat and stinging sensation, a fact that most patients found acceptable given the efficiency of the acne treatment.

The Nlite Laser treatment is a possible help for those who are very troubled by their acne scars. Although the cost of this treatment is not yet definite, expect that this acne scar removal will be very costly. But if you have the money to spend on this kind of treatment, then why not try it! There have not been any reports for any harsh side effect of this acne scar removal. If you are the kind of person who will go through anything just to have that flawless skin you've been wanting , this may be the answer to that dream. But if you are doubtful of this treatment and a little afraid in undergoing medical processes, there are still acne scar removal products that are available for whatever type of acne problem you are having. Acne scar removal treatments may be very expensive

Acne is a very common skin problem which affects young people at their puberty and few adults till they reach 45. Acne is referred to as Youvana pitikas (which means the eruptions of youth) in ayurveda. This shows the prevalence of acne from ages. Ayurveda has described the causes of acne and recommends the best natural herbal acne remedies too.

Internally, the skin is fed and cleansed by a diet rich in fresh fruits, whole grains and vegetables. These foods provide more water, nutrients and fiber into the diet and can make a remarkable difference in the appearance of the skin. Relaxation, adequate sleep, exercise and stress reduction also play an important role in keeping the skin clear and healthy as they assist the body to repair and detoxify itself.


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Sarah Rhodes suffered from severe acne for many years before finally discovering a cure that works. Read about Sarah and the secret that permanently cured her acne at: acnehomesolution.com

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How Does Oily Skin Affect Acne?

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How Does Oily Skin Affect Acne?
by Louise Forrest


As a general rule, acne affects people with oily skin, which is cause by overactive sebaceous glands (oil glands). Your oil glands produce natural oils which keep the skin irrigated in most parts of the body (not the palms or soles), but which oily skin, they tend to overproduce sebum (oil) on the face, neck, chest, and back. Of these areas, the nose is the most affected, followed by the chin and forehead. There is a reasonable explanation for these areas producing more oil than other areas of the body. The nose has the largest pores, followed by both the chin and forehead. Some people naturally produce more oil than others and various triggers increase this oil production.

One of these triggers is hormonal imbalance, which occurs most during puberty, followed by pregnancy. The hormones produced during these times stimulate the oil glands, sometimes causing overproduction of the natural oils. Stress affects oil production in much the same way. The excess oil fill pores and catches debris (dirt) in them. This, in turn, causes a reaction similar to an allergic reaction in the skin. Itching is usually the beginning; this causes scratching which not only adds more debris and bacteria but encourages inflammation. The inflammation (slight swelling in this case) causes the pores to further close, blocking the chance of escape for the entrapped toxins. This requires special care in order to create an optimal environment for the skin to heal itself and begin to regulate oil production.

An important thing to remember is that some natural oil is necessary for your skin to retain moisture like it is supposed to. Over drying the skin causes it to produce more oil in an attempt to replace the much needed moisture that has been removed. Many of the over the counter and prescribed products for oily skin and acne dry the skin too much. It is better to cleanse several times a day with warm water and a mild cleanser than it is to use harsh chemicals on the skin.

Creating an optimal environment for healing means reducing inflammation, unclogging clogged pores, and keeping the pores free of further trapped oil and debris. Obviously, the first step has to be to reduce the inflammation. Cold compresses can help this. First you need to wash well with a mild cleanser. Pure organic honey is excellent for this because it is a natural antibacterial cleanser. This cleansing should be done upon waking and before bed daily; fitting at one or two more honey washes into your schedule is even better.

Begin by putting a damp washcloth in your refrigerator.

Massage about a tablespoon of honey in tiny circles all over the face, giving acne-prone areas extra attention. Let the honey sit for a few minutes and rinse with warm water (hot water irritates and further inflames skin).

Take the washcloth from the refrigerator and lay it on your face for a minute or two. This will reduce swelling and the pre wash has removed excess surface oil and debris, so this will not get added to already-clogged pores.

Remove the washcloth and return it to your refrigerator. Now get a tablespoon of honey and mix a teaspoon of granulated sugar with it. Rub this mixture all over the face gently, again using the tiny circles and paying close attention to acne prone areas.
Rinse well with warm water.

Get the washcloth and lay it on your face again, removing after a minute or two.

Apply chamomile toner (see our article, Oily Skin Tips, Part II) to your face.

Apply a good organic moisturizer to your face; in this case, good means an organic moisturizer created for oily skin (we have various moisturizer recipes but you can also buy these ready made). This is an important step, even though it seems to contradict the removal of the oil. By applying the moisturizer, you are helping your skin to remain lubricated, which helps your oil production become balanced.

Never use moisturizers and lotions that are alcohol based because these actually dry the skin, creating a cycle of need in your skin.

If you wear makeup, make sure that you are using a water based makeup because oil based makeup tends to clog the pores. Always remove makeup before going to bed; leaving makeup on the face through the night tends to grind it into pores as you rub your face on your pillow during sleep.


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Your Acne Attitude

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Your Acne Attitude
by Louise Forrest


Acne dragging you down? Your acne problem is more than just an acne problem. To some extent, you make it what it is by the way you react to it. In other words, no two people have the same experience with acne, even if they have the same symptoms, because responses to the acne problem differ from person to person. And then again, the way you respond has a lot to do with your total experience with acne.

Buck up! It is only acne! For example, if you have a flippant, do not care attitude to your acne problem, chances are that you will not let it get you down. On the other hand, if you really allow your acne to upset you, you are likely to feel much worse about the problem, and may also build up stress. This in turn could prevent you from dealing effectively with your acne.

Be well informed about your acne. There are a number of factors that can affect your attitudes towards your acne problem. The most dangerous of these is the possibility that you may be misinformed about the nature of acne as a condition, and that you may believe facts that are simply not true. As a result, you may be ready to accept that acne is caused by eating fatty food or by dirt and grime.

Dissected further, it would be truer to say that keeping the skin clean would be good for general health and for the health of the skin itself. Acne would be less likely to develop when the skin is healthy.

Check out the facts about your acne. Go a step further and you may find yourself believing that scrubbing will get rid of your acne. This would in fact be disastrous, because skin that has been affected by acne is extremely sensitive and needs to be carefully handled. Scrubbing would actually make matters much worse by torturing the skin. It would also disturb any eruptions of acne, which could burst and spread the infection that was earlier contained within a cyst or lesion.

As far as greasy food is concerned, the fact is that food, greasy or otherwise, has nothing to do with acne. However, grease on the skin can clog pores and attract dirt, causing the pores to get infected. These conditions could ultimately result in the development of acne.

Media menace promise instant cures for acne. In the same way, there are various social attitudes that filter through. Advertisements play a major part in publicizing the attraction of having a perfect skin, citing cases of movie stars etc. Such gimmicks can play on our insecurities and have us believe that perhaps the advertisements are right.

Acne and peer pressure. Children in high school are particularly vulnerable to the information or misinformation they receive on the subject of acne. Because they are at an age when they are conscious of their appearance, they are ready to give in to peer pressure and go along with whatever they hear. The trouble is that what they are being told can sometimes do more harm than good.

Acne is upsetting - offer support as parents. It is therefore important for parents to offer the wisdom of their experience and put their children on the right track before they do something bizarre in the quest for a perfect skin. Parents should be aware of how acne develops, so that they can pass on this knowledge to their children and prevent them from going to extremes.

They may also be able to help their children realize that their acne is normal and should be treated as such, and that the development of acne is no tragedy. Adolescents and young adults could face their acne with confidence and the knowledge that in time, it would pass off, as long as they handled it right.


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Diagnosed With Hyperpigmentation?

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Diagnosed With Hyperpigmentation?
by Louise Forrest


When you have darker patches of skin, you have hyperpigmentation which is the result of an over production of melanin within the skin cells in that area. Melanin is the chemical within your body that creates browning of the skin. Suntans, your bodys way of protection when exposed to the suns rays, are a result of increased melanin production. The spots that form on older skin, often called age or liver spots, are really hyperpigmentation from sun damage and usually on the hands and face. While hyperpigmentation is much more obvious on Caucasians, it happens to all races.

Scarring due to abrasion, burns, acne, and other things can result in hyperpigmentation as well. Surgeries may also cause it. Keep in mind that not every injury to the skin or surgery is going to cause hyperpigmentation.

Genetics can also be a factor in hyperpigmentation. The obvious signs of this are freckles. These are affected by both genetics and other sources (such as sunshine or hormones). When genetics mix with another factor which is a known trigger for hyperpigmentation, there is usually an increase in the size of the freckles and they will become darker. When the extra source is removed, the freckles tend to subside back to the normal number and color.

Another form of hyperpigmentation that you may have heard of is the mask of pregnancy which is triggered by the hormonal changes that women experience with pregnancy. This is most often found on the face but may appear on the abdomen as well. Birth control pills and other hormonal birth control methods make the body mimic pregnancy and can also cause this form of hyperpigmentation. Usually this hyperpigmentation goes away after the hormones are able to resume their normal levels, which is after pregnancy or after stopping birth control pills (or other hormonal birth control).

You have probably heard of products designed to get rid of freckles and other forms of hyperpigmentation. Many of them actually do work because of a bleaching agent called hydroquinone. Those that contain hydroquinone do actually lighten the hyperpigmentation. You can find many of these in stores and at cosmetics counters in a half strength formula but to get stronger products, you will need a prescription.

More severe cases may be prescribed a cream which is a combination of tretinoin and cortisone. The newest treatment for hyperpigmentation is the laser treatment. This does not work for everyone, so your dermatologist or plastic surgeon will need to do a test spot on a hidden area of your skin first. This test spot is important because on some people, laser treatments work in reverse. In other words, instead of getting rid of the hyperpigmentation, they make it worse.

If you are troubled by hyperpigmentation, you may want to look at the possible causes and see if they are part of your life. If so, you should try to avoid the triggering factor before you try other methods of removal. No matter the form of removal, the skin will not get better overnight; it will have to grow off after the medication balances the melanin production. This means that your skin will have to balance, renew itself and shed the over pigmented cells before you can see a difference, so you should allow about 6 months of time without the trigger before you decide to seek alternate methods of removal. To avoid sunshine, you will need to get a good, full spectrum sunscreen; hormones from birth control can only be avoided by stopping hormonal birth control therapies.


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Lemon Oil: Unveil Its Majestic Magnificence

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Lemon Oil: Unveil Its Majestic Magnificence
by Cindy Boswell


In our daily life, lemon is very common and often unnoticed by us. But most of us are unaware of its magnificent power in aromatherapy. Yes, in aromatherapy, lemon oil is used as a necessary component.

The outer peel of lemon is used to extract lemon oil. Usually, cold pressing method is followed for distilling the oil. Lemon oil is pale yellow to slight green-yellow colored. This oil contains fresh fragrance of lemon. The best lemon oil is produced in Sicily.

Rapid inducement of metabolism and fat burning cells are one of the main functions of lemon oil. It has been scientifically proved that in activating the center of the hippocampus and triggering left brain, lemon oil plays a significant role.

Enlivenment of brain and upliftment of body are an important function of lemon oil as well. Usage of the oil for relieving depression and increasing memorizing power is quite popular. This oil also acts as a physical tonic in stimulating blood circulation and toning the body while reducing weight. In case of refreshing and energizing body and mind, the importance of the oil is simply inescapable.

The antiseptic nature of this oil is the main reason behind the usage of this oil for purifying air, infected area and killing air borne germs. For strengthening body immune system as well as stimulating white blood cell formation, lemon oil is widely recommended. You can use this oil for preventing the diseases like colds, flu etc.

Various skin treatments can be done with this oil as well. For controlling acne, healing oily skin, relieving scalp problems like, seborrhea and dandruff, in aromatherapy, lemon oil is used.

As an essential oil, lemon oil blends well with carrier oils like, cinnamon, clove, rosemary, basil, fennel, tea tree and eucalyptus. But before using the oil, always test a small amount for checking sensitivity and allergic reaction. In case of pregnancy or undergoing some other treatment, consultation with a doctor is necessary. Remember, after applying the oil on skin; do not come to sunlight at least for 3-4 hours. And needless to say, the best result will come in case of using highest quality oils. So, buy lemon oils from some renowned and trustworthy shop.

Significance of lemon oil is inevitable to remain fit and fine. In aromatherapy, this oil is used for healing skin as well as other problems. So, let your body get a holistic touch of nature with lemon oil.


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Cindy Boswell is working with the New Directions UK. She has also been involved in the research work on plants and oils for a long time. To find Lemon oil, Tea tree oil, essential oils, wholesale, wholesalers, wholesale essential oils you need to visit http://www.newdirectionsuk.com

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How To Use Natural Remedies For Common Ailments

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How To Use Natural Remedies For Common Ailments
by Jon Arnold


Most people don't seem to realize that the use of natural remedies for various common ailments is far less costly than their prescription counterparts, as well as usually being much healthier for you. There are herbal and botanical products that some experts consider as natural remedies and alternatives to prescription drugs. With the introduction of products that can hurt our bodies just as much as they help us, the popularity of natural herbal remedies parties is growing. This article will outline some of those common ailments where you may be paying out big bucks today for prescription medications.

Good General Health

Natural, herbal remedies as a means to maintain good health and cure certain diseases are valid. If a cough continues after natural remedies or even after taking prescription medications, you should consult your doctor as quickly as possible. There are various herb and herbal spices that have been used for thousands of years to promote good health, and scientific studies have shown the positive effects of many of these to be more than just legend or folklore. For example, there are some Chinese herbs that have been used by the Chinese for more than 4000 years to promote good health and for use as healing agents.

Skin

Many people, especially teens, are afflicted with acne, and there are many over the counter medications and treatments for acne. But for those of us whose skin requires a bit more help, there are natural acne treatments available that can help improve your acne, as well as your general skin tones. Some people have veins below their eyes which appear prominently when the under-eye skin becomes dry and thin. While the thickness of the under-eye skin is primarily hereditary, there are several natural remedies that can make it look better and less prominent.

Hair

Most of us, especially men as they get older, would agree that hair loss affects their self-image and self esteem to a very large extent. There is no sure-fire way to prevent all hair loss, but there are some natural remedies that have been used that have been proven to work on some people. In minor cases of temporary hair loss, hair growth can be stimulated by massage, since blood and oxygen flow to the scalp must be healthy in order for hair to grow.

Ear

There are many natural herbal ear cleaners and wash on the market. Particular care should be used with ear treatment, since the membrane of the eardrum is very sensitive and can be punctured if you are not careful. Some natural remedies can relieve ear aches, especially in children who are very prone to ear aches at young ages. Heartburn and Indigestion

Very few people can claim that they never suffer from heartburn or indigestion, and for people that do, a simple over the counter solution like Tums or Rolaids resolves the problem. But for people that suffer from heartburn or indigestion on a much more regular basis, there are several natural remedies that can aid with this. One such remedy claims that as much as 97% of cases being corrected without the use of drugs or prescription medications, with notably fewer side effects.

Natural health remedies are worth your effort to look into, not only to treat symptoms that already exist but also for the purpose of maintaining a healthy body without aches and pains. You may find that you like it better than traditional prescriptions from your doctor, and will almost certainly find that natural remedies incur far fewer side effects.


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Jon is a computer engineer who maintains web sites on a variety of topics based on his knowledge and experience. You can read more about Natural Remedies and Herbal Remedies at his web site at Natural Remedies Today.

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Oprah Announces Grand Opening of Bob Greene's Best Life Diet

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Oprah Announces Grand Opening of Bob Greene's Best Life Diet by David Green


For anyone looking to shed some pounds and get healthier, a wonderful new diet and fitness plan called Best Life Diet has just been announce on Oprah's television show. The Best Life Program was developed by Bob Greene, personal trainer to Oprah and other celebrities.

"I want you to know that making health-conscious choices can ultimately make you look and feel absolutely wonderful," Bob Greene noted* on his new program site.

Featured trainer on eDiets.com, Bob Greene has helped thousands online in his eDiets program, "Total Body Makeover." And he'll now help many more with his monthly membership program, new book, journal and other tools.

The Best Life Program features:

1) An interactive Best Life Diet and Fitness Program featuring a phased approach on changing eating and exercise habits by Bob Greene 2) Online Interaction with Bob Greene plus his team of experts and a community of Best Life members 3) Daily and Weekly Meal Plans for your own preferences and lifestyle needs.

Books available to help with the program at Amazon.com are "The Best Life Diet (Hardcover)" and "The Best Life Diet Daily Journal (Spiral Bound)," both by Bob Greene.

About Bob

Bob Greene has earned a master's degree in exercise physiology from the University of Arizona, is a certified personal trainer and also a member the American Council on Exercise and the American College of Sports Medicine. Specializing in metabolism, weight loss and fitness for the past 20 years, Bob was the Health & Fitness correspondent for ABC TV's "Good Morning America," is a regular contributor to O-Magazine, and is also the author and co-author of several books that have made it to The New York Times and Amazon.com best sellers lists.

His first book, "Make the Connection: Ten Steps To A Better Body -- And A Better Life," was published in 1996 and co-authored with Oprah Winfrey. It focused on how to live healthier plus his helping Oprah battle her own weight loss.

Other books by Bob include; "A Journal of Daily Renewal: The Companion to Make the Connection," "Keep the Connection: Choices for a Better Body and a Healthier Life," "Get With the Program" and Get With the Program: Guide to Good Eating."

Free Newsletters & Trial Period

Bob is inviting everyone to sign up for some of his newsletters that share plenty of tips, health advice, program and news updates and more. And for a limited time, he is also offering a 10-day risk-free trial period for everyone to check out his new Best Life Diet program.

"I truly believe that all of us have the inner strength to make beneficial changes to improve our lives," said Bob on his helpful new website*. "My goal is to help you find that strength--and to guide you along the way to good health. My hope is that this web site will become a continuing source of sound advice you can rely on."

Visit Bob online at: http://www.itsthebestlife.com for more information about his Best Life Diet and to sign up for his newsletters and trial offer.

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Real Estate Definitely An Allowable Option for IRAs

Real Estate Definitely An Allowable Option for IRAs
by Joshua Geary


The disciples of the Dow Jones consistently advocate the stability of the stock market and love to demonstrate its solidity and profitability using 20, 30 and 50-year periods. No one's refuting that; occasionally, however, it does CRASH - and when it did in the 30s, and again in the post-millennium period, the crash had a devastating and permanent outcome. Moneyed investors who had their fortunes ensconced in stocks suddenly became penniless. Those who had stock holdings especially on margin were looking forward to retiring with their loot, but because of the market's lingering illness from 2000 to 2005; they've had to postpone retirement.

Real estate investments have outperformed stock market returns in the last 5-6 years. Name us one major accounting scandal in real estate. One would be hard-pressed to find a major or significant one. But name some company scandals that reduced a once prestigious stock to a junk stock. Don't the sagas of Enron, World Com, Nortel and a host of others leave a cloud of doubt over today's stock market, albeit its so-called durability over decades?

Other benefits: Real estate provides steady income. For a growing number of baby boomers preparing for retirement, investing to receive a regular income stream becomes more imperative. Real estate is a tangible asset. It is not a mere certificate with paper value. Real estate offers downside protection. Given its nature, it can maintain at least some minimal value versus stocks that can be entirely wiped out.

Self Directed IRAs Built for Real Estate:

Sometimes we need to repeat ourselves to remind investors with self directed IRAs that they can invest in real estate. It is surprising how many thousands - perhaps millions - of people are unaware that the IRS DOES allow them to invest in real estate here and overseas. Because they get so used to seeing their 401(k)s invested in traditional investments like certificates of deposits, treasury bills, mutual funds, stocks and bonds, IRA holders go through their working life without thinking that real estate has always been, and remains, a viable option for IRA dollars. Fear of the IRS is perhaps one reason for not wanting to tread on unfamiliar territory. The absence of an astute financial advisor is a second reason why investors like you are in the dark. Let's face it, the only time people engage in any form of real estate activity is when they're buying a house. Another reason is there are those who think that real estate investing is the monopoly of the independently wealthy.

So we'll say it one more time: you can use your self-directed IRA to invest in real estate. A self-directed IRA is no legally different from any other IRA. The only difference is that you can control your financial future with more latitude and greater flexibility - you decide how much latitude you want. "Self-directed" simply means that you can select - either on your own or with the advice of your broker or investment advisor - the investments you'd like to include in your IRA.



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With over 9 years of Internet marketing experience and the owner of 3 online businesses, Joshua Geary is among the most read authors on the Net for the subject self directed IRA. His article "IRA Options for Real Estate Investors" has been read by 4500 online readers.

Phobias: Just The Usual

Phobias: Just The Usual
by Lorraine Roach


Today I was talking to a group of friends and the topic of phobias came up.

When is a fear or strong dislike of something a phobia?

I thought about it and came up with my own.

Mine is a pretty common one compared to the major phobias people can have.

Of course it is spiders.

If I see one I must find it and kill it. If I don't find it I have to search around and check everything out in the surrounding area.

The problem is even worse if one happens to get on me.

We sold our boat because there were always spiders at night and on the water they can get to be pretty big.

I hated the fact that one would drop down in front of me when I was just sitting there enjoying the evening.

We tried all the usual methods to rid ourselves of the pests but they just kept coming back.

When a fear goes as far as mine did I was embarrassed to tell people the real reason we sold the boat.

We have a cabin now and we get some visits from the critters but they are few and far between, thank goodness.

All kidding aside, I can tell you that the first experience I had with a spider was when I was a child and we lifted a board up in a friends garage during a renovation and low and behold I got the shock of my young life when I saw the size of this one.

This is probably creeping out a few of you but I will continue.

The next experience I had was during a stay in a foster home when I was fifteen.

My mother had died a few months before and my whole family was separated from one another.

Later some of us were reunited, however my youngest brother was adopted and we never saw him again.

It has been thirty-seven years since I have seen him.

You might wonder what this has to do with the phobia I am speaking about but some background is sometimes necessary.

Lets just say that the foster home was an abusive place and while I was there I slept in a place that was not very nice.

It was in this place that the spiders came at night, thus my fear of them.

Do you see what I am saying?

It is not the spiders that I feared; it was the experience and the resulting memories of the home.

That to me is what many people do not understand.

There is usually an underlying reason such as trauma that magnifies our fear of something we associate with the item; place, insect or whatever was the trigger for the fear long ago.

That is how I have come to understand the phobia I have and am still dealing with it all these years later.

Look deeper than just the surface and you may find the memory or trigger to your own phobias.

When you see, learn, identify and take action you can take a bite out of the past and resolve the problem.

Taking action against fears and panic is empowering.

You are taking care of yourself and that feels good.


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For 40 years, 7 months, 4 days and 3.9 hours I suffered from anxiety and panic attacks, especially after my heart attack on Aug 12th,5:00amEST 2006. As a result of my suffering, I decided I would go on a crusade to reveal the most powerful,most effective and most successful system for living an Anxiety and Panic Free Life"- Lorraine Roach,Founder- AnxietyEnded.com Visit http://www.anxietyended.com

Effective Ways For Breast Enlargement

Effective Ways For Breast Enlargement
by Dr John Anne


Whether one likes it or not, breasts have become the focus of human attention since time immemorial. Beauty of a woman is often judged by the size of her bust and not by her facial features, and this is typically true in a male-dominated society. Whatever be the case, such attitudes are making women more and more conscious of their breasts. Those women who are blessed with a fair sized bust are the luckier ones; but in women with a smaller bust, it requires quite a bit of an effort to enlarge their bust. First and foremost, it is necessary to understand the difference between breast enlargement and breast enhancement. Enlargement refers to simply an increase in the size of the breasts; but enhancement means improving their overall look, which includes working on their shape, size, texture and firmness. Breast enlargement is much simpler and quicker to achieve; but for breast enlargement, constant care and maintenance of the breasts is required.

To achieve breast enlargement, women prefer the breast augmentation surgery. This is the quickest method and the results are very quick and obvious. In breast augmentation surgery, the surgeon will place implants in the breasts. There are two types of implants that are commonly used:

Silicone gel implants - These implants are composed entirely of silicone gel. Silicone is a material that provides the necessary elasticity to the breasts. Though once commonly used, today the use of silicone gel implants is banned. This is because clinical tests have proved that silicone gel can cause cancers in some women if used as a transplanting material.

Saline implants - With the silicone gel implants coming under fire, the saline implants are the ones that are being widely used nowadays. These implants also contain a silicone shell, but they are filled inside with saline gels, which are harmless to the human body.

There are two basic shapes in which implants are designed. The round implants are the much too common ones; they are round in shape as their name suggests. But the more popular ones are the teardrop shaped ones. The teardrop shaped implants perfectly complement the natural shape of the breasts. But they are more expensive than the round implants.

In order to insert the implant, the surgeon begins by making an incision at the base of the breast. Then the implant is very carefully placed between the muscles of the pectoral girdle and the overlying adipose layers of the breast. A great deal of skill in required in making the implants. Any mistake could lead to the breasts becoming asymmetrical, and it could be difficult to repair the situation. The problem is graver if teardrop implants are used. Therefore, teardrop implant surgeries are much costlier than round implant surgeries.

Despite the cost, women prefer augmentation surgeries - known scientifically as augmentation mammoplasty - because of the quick effects they show. These surgeries do not take much time, and the recuperation is also very quick. The woman can resume her job within a week. Earlier surgeries used to be a bit risky, but with saline implants they have become much safer. It is mostly in the celebrity circles that one finds women who have undergone breast enlargement surgeries.

One argument against breast enlargement surgery is that women who have undergone the surgery could lose their sexual sensations in the breasts, or may lose some of their physiological functions such as lactation. Though these arguments are unfounded medically, they are prime deterrents for women who wish to get their breasts enlarged the surgical way.

This is where natural methods of breast enlargement come in. Natural breast enlargement can be done by either using herbal remedies or by massaging techniques.

Several herbs like fennel, ginseng, ashwagandha, fenugreek, etc. have been prepared by experts and are being used by women all over the world to get their breasts enlarged. These could be in the form of pills, creams and sprays. The advantages of using herbal supplements are that they are very convenient to use. They are packaged in the form of small bottles, which can be carried easily wherever the woman goes without anyone knowing about her using them. Also it is ideal for women who are paranoid of going under the surgeon's knife. Though slow-acting and not medically proven, several women are using herbal methods in order to get a more enviable bust line.

Massaging is done by different kinds of pressures applied on the breast so as to provide better circulation within. Circular motions are the most preferred ones. The nipples are pulled to their outermost limit in order to make the breasts suppler.

Even with massage techniques, there is widespread apprehension. Women using these methods do stress the need of regular massage so that the effects could be seen.

As a final word, it is necessary for women to first gain confidence in themselves and then to think about going in for breast enhancement. Most times, women have good busts but they lack the needed confidence with their own bodies.

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Acne is a common skin condition in teenagers and adults

Clearing and Treating Your Acne by Tam Shelton


by Tam Shelton

Acne is a common skin condition in teenagers and adults. Most people tend outgrow their acne problem by their late 20's; however, many women can continue acne problems through their 40's. Since our skin is our body's largest organ, it can be prone to several conditions, including acne.

Acne is a complex condition that can involve several parts of the body. Acne usually shows up as eruptions on the face and else where on your skin. This is usually your indication that there are problems within your body and acne is prone to occur. Acne can be caused by a toxic colon, poor food digestion, potentially weak liver and conditions that may cause the blood to carry high toxins. Acne typically occurs on the face but is known to occur on the back, chest, shoulders and neck. Acne is caused from impurities and imbalances within the body, For this reason, we treat the acne problems with cleansing treatments that goes right to the source and fights acne before it even begins. Whiteheads and blackheads are clogged bacteria in pores and cause acne.
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To clear and treat acne, there are several things you must do because you should not expect acne to go away instantly in one treatment. There are several creams on the market and sometimes using your acne cream treatment can clear your acne, but this is rare, for acne is recurring. When you control your stress levels, you help control the stress hormone which causes acne. You need to get your ample amount of fresh air and sunshine daily to control acne as well. Prevention and treatment advice from a dermatologist for how to handle acne is important. Many basic steps can help you improve and control your acne. You should be careful not scrub any acne breakouts, for this can aggravate and make the acne problem worse and leave acne scars.

Over the counter acne creams, well planned diets and herbal treatments, and colon cleanse systems are some of the many actions needed to help treat and clear acne. It will take a combination of several steps to clear acne. It's important to use natural products on your skin to prevent acne. Avoiding hair care products such as gels, mousses, and cream can help reduce acne.
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Healthy Diets – Lose Weight, Live Longer and Avoid Disease

By Sacha Tarkovsky

The diet enclosed is balanced it will help you lose weight give you more energy and is proven to help you live longer and protect you against disease and it provides a huge amount of foods you can eat so you will never be bored.

What is this healthy diet? Read on and find out.

It’s the Mediterranean diet.

It is in the news again as its proven to help protect against disease and help you live longer ( due to one super oil we will discuss later ) first consider the following:

In contrast to Northern Europe and North America

1. People live longer in countries such as Spain Greece and Italy.

2. People have far less risk of getting cancer such as colon breast and ovarian.

3. Obesity rates are significantly less.

The super food that has put it back in the news is:

Olive oil. Just taking a small amount of oil per day in clinical tests showed that it protects against cell damage and after just two weeks people who did not have olive oil in their diet saw a large drop in free radical damage.

Olive oil is a major part of the Mediterranean diet, but is only part of why the diet is so healthy.

Oily Fish

Another major part of the diet is oily fish such as mackerel, sardines and salmon.

Oily fish are a source of omega-3 polyunsaturated fats and the complex long chain derivatives of these fats are good for heart health due to the fish’s anti-inflammatory and vasodilatory properties, which aids circulation.

The major components of the diet are:

• Consumption of olive oil daily

• High consumption of fruits, vegetables, breads, cereals (such as pasta, beans, nuts and seeds).

• Moderate to high consumption of fish and poultry.

• Moderate consumption of wine.

• Low consumption of eggs and red meat.

The Mediterranean Diet seems unusual as fat is given such weight in the diet.

It actively encourages people to eat more mono-saturated fats to become healthier.

It works on the notion monounsaturated fats (such as olive oil) which balances animal fat.

Monounsaturated fats are ‘good’ fats which are required for the body to function at its best.

Advocates of the Mediterranean diet also stress that red wine, should be consumed frequently as it is a significant factor in reducing heart disease.

Red wine is renowned for the antioxidants contained such as bioflavonoid, which helps to eliminate bad toxins in the body.

It works!

Medical research shows how healthy it is, so consider this:

If you are a dieter you can eat a huge amount of food, never be bored and drink wine as well! Anyone who wants to live longer, protect themselves against disease and be healthier and slim should consider it.

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Is the Lemon Detox Diet Effective?

By Elena Mauceri

Yes! A lemon detox diet IS effective for both cleansing and weight loss.

Here's the idea:

Consuming anything sour makes the liver and gallbladder purge stored toxins. The liver is especially important for weight loss and overall health. When the liver is filled with toxins, it cannot do its critical tasks in metabolizing fat. So that is why it is essential to keep your liver in top working condition.

In a lemon detox diet, you use the juice of a fresh lemon in a cup of hot water in the morning. The morning is when our bodies are in a natural cleansing phase, so it is a good time to consume cleansing foods and juices.

Then, you also use either fresh lemon juice or a slice of a lemon in water that you drink throughout the day. In the lemon detox diet, water is a key component. You should drink at least 64 ounces a day.

Lemon juice provides an added benefit: it also supplies the body with a good dose of vitamin C.

But don't use lemon juice as your sole method of cleansing or weight loss.

Although a lemon detox diet is beneficial, it will not be as effective as a more thorough detox. You will lose more weight and gain more energy by going through a more thorough detox.

In a more thorough detox, you will consume vegetables, fruits, spices, and herbs that are known for their cleansing and fat-burning abilities. Fresh lemon juice is a part of a more thorough detox diet.

But most detox diets (such as Ann Louise Gittleman's Fat Flush Diet) incorporate a detox period of at least two weeks.

This is too long!

Why?

Well, a detox requires that you deprive yourself of most of the things that you love. The longer that a diet requires you to deprive yourself, the lower the chance that you'll STICK with it.

The optimum period for a detox diet is one week. Most people can stick to a restricted diet for that long.

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How To Prevent Spots

By Philip S.

Do you wish you knew how to prevent spots because it fo you do then you're in luck today, this article will give you some really great tips on how to prevent spots and best of all, these methods are very easy to use and will usually give you very quick results.

I'll not beat around the bush and instead just jump right in and give you the tips now, here you are:

* Eat healthy foods - I'm sure you know that the foods you eat will have an affect on your body, they will affect both your weight and how your skin looks and feels, there are some foods that you should not eat if you wish to prevent spots. I couldn't possibly list them all here but basically the best thing I can tell you is to just eat healthy foods, things like salads, fruit, etc.

* Get plenty of sleep - Your body needs time to regenerate and rest in order to regain it's full "power" I suppose you could say, make sure you get plenty of sleep and with most people this will mean that your body will have it's full ability to regenerate healthy, clean skin.

* Wash regularly - Some people think it's ok just to wash whenever they actually "feel" dirty, no, this is not the best way to do things, you should wash at least once every single day in order to ensure that you are fresh and clean for each new day, I highly reccommend you to wash every day and also try to wash when you feel extra dirty such as after playing sports or something like that.

* Don't touch your spots - This is a real hard one for a lot of people, you know how it is, you get that itchy feeling and you just want to scratch or pick at it, well, this will only make things worse, when you touch your spots you are helping to spread them further, therefore making it harder to ever actually get rid of them, try your best to not touch your spots.

These are just a few little tips on how to prevent spots and there are many more methods that are even more effective than these, although they require more detailed explanations for you and so could not list them here, if you want to get rid of spots, it really isn't hard to do, you just need to know what to do and get it done, it's simple as that.



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