Gently but firmly push your head against the wall behind you. This puts the muscles in the back of your neck into a contraction. Hold that position while you count: one thousand . . . two thousand . .. three thousand … four thousand … five thousand … six thousand … seven thousand . .. [...]
GREEN BEAN CECY 1/4 cup green pepper 1/4 cup sweet red pepper 1/2 cup celery 1 1-lb. can tomatoes (no salt added) 1 lb. fresh green beans 1/4 lb. fresh snow peas 1/2 tsp. onion powder Wash all vegetables. Dice green and red peppers. Thinly slice celery. Crush tomatoes. Steam green beans until tender, then [...]
Along with CCs, vitamins and minerals, you need protein, but only in small amounts. Too much harms your “doctor within.” We’ve been raised to believe the myth that protein is good for you—the more, the better. After all, it builds muscles, right? Well, it’s true enough that protein is the framework upon which your body [...]
Acute bronchitis is not ordinarily a reason for major concern. It may be discomforting but most of the time it will go away by itself in a week or two. Chronic sufferers can have the problem for months. Although there is not a lot you can do about acute bronchitis except let it have its [...]
1) Balance your body weight—your body should be aligned and centered so that your weight is properly balanced. Properly balanced, your body is stable, comfortable and ready for exercise. 2) Breathe steadily— try to exhale as you contract a muscle and inhale as you release it. This will help prevent muscle fatigue. 3) Protect your [...]
Croup Croup is a viral respiratory infectious disease that causes swelling of the tissues of the larynx and of the air passages above and below. It is characterized by a barking cough or a crowing sound when inhaling. Croup occurs most commonly in children between the ages of 2 and 4, and in general is [...]
Scientists have announced some encouraging news of a possible link between bran and a reduction in the risk of women’s breast cancer. New studies investigating which factors, including diet, might have an effect on estrogen levels in the blood, suggest that fat and fiber may be two useful dietary “tools” in helping to reduce the [...]