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Green Tea Extract vs. Yohimbe Bark Extract
Green tea and yohimbe bark extracts are herbs used in alternative medicine for the treatment of a wide range of physical symptoms. While the U.S. National Library of Medicine states that more research is needed on the overall effectiveness of yohimbe bark extract, green tea extract is a relatively s
How to Keep a Hybrid Camper Cool
A hybrid camper helps you bring some of the comforts of home into the great outdoors. During summer months, however, depending on what part of the country you're in, the heat in these campers can be oppressive. Keeping your hybrid camper cool naturally, instead of using an air-conditioning unit, wil
Home Remedy to Make Your Ear Pop
When the pressure isn't equalized between your inner ear and the outside world, it can range from annoying to downright painful. Pressure can build up inside your ear from changing elevation rapidly, such as when you travel in a plane, drive up a mountain or dive into the ocean. In situations such a
How Do I Tell If He Is Nervous?
Nervousness can be brought on by situations in which a person feels stressed, such as a job interview, a first date or an important quiz in school. Many signs of nervousness are difficult to notice in someone else, because they're internal; these include back pain, neck pain and elevated heartbeat.
Barriers to Effective Communication in Nursing
The nurse plays an important role in healthcare communication.nurse chris image by John Keith from Fotolia.comNurses are the frontline force in most healthcare scenarios. Their ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients impacts patient care and the patient's perception...
How to Progress After Anthracycline
Anthracyclines are drugs that can act as both chemotherapy treatment and antibiotic. They may be used to treat many types of cancer, but they're too toxic to be used against infection. They work by damaging the DNA in cancer cells. Unfortunately, they can also damage the heart. When prog
Real Benefits of CoQ10
CoQ10 helps the heartBlue Heart image by netzfrisch.de from Fotolia.comCoenzyme Q10 (or CoQ10) positively affects health. Its role is essential to produce cellular energy, which powers the body. Daily intake of this antioxidant through supplement form or through ingesting fish, organ...
Armstrong Laminate T-Molding Specifications
Laminate flooring is a popular flooring choice for those looking for a maintenance free floor treatment. The surface of the floor is manufactured from a similar material as the laminate on a kitchen countertop. The flooring installs easily, and required very few specialty tools. The Armstrong lamin
How to Identify Bacteria Growing on Nutrient Agar Plates
Evaluating bacteria on agar plates is one method of identification used by microbiologists. Colony morphology, or the physical characteristics of bacteria as it multiplies, generally cannot be seen using other diagnostic methods. The shape, color, surface appearance, and even smell of a bacterial co
How to Loosen Your Vocal Cords Before Singing
Before exercising, it’s important to warm up to avoid damage during strenuous activity. You need to take steps to prepare your vocal cords, and the muscles surrounding them, for the exertion of singing. Priming your vocal cords for singing can improve your voice quality. Regularly engaging in
About Adaptogenic Herbs
Adaptogenic herbs are touted as ingredients in a variety of herbal formulas. Natural health practitioners recommend them for their ability to help people and animals adapt to stress and other challenges to physical health. Many herbs are actually adaptogenic, but their properties may hold best only
Natural Supplements to Increase Energy
Natural supplements can increase your energy.Vitamins and Supplements image by Scott Griessel from Fotolia.comWhen you are feeling drowsy or just wake up knowing it will be a long day your first reaction may be to reach for an energy drink or soda. These energy boosting standbys will in...
Supplements to Aid Low-Carb Diets
Dr. Atkins, the pioneer of low-carb diets, always acknowledged that the induction phase of his diet was drastic and not sustainable as a permanent lifestyle. But the virtually zero-carb diet of mostly meats, eggs and cheese was never intended to be a lifestyle choice, only a temporary shock to the s
Liver Inflammation Remedies
Liver inflammation is caused by the virus hepatitis. Several strains of hepatitis have been identified, ranging in severity. Hepatitis A is highly contagious and typically caused by consuming food contaminated with fecal matter. Hepatitis B is a virus which can be transmitted through blood, semen an
Natural Cure for Extreme Fatigue
Although many people experience periods of fatigue, many others are plagued with extreme fatigue that can last for days or even weeks at a time. This chronic fatigue is not only detrimental to their emotions as it can be emotionally disturbing to continuously be exhausted, but it can cause severe co
Carb Counting Tips for People With Diabetes
If you have diabetes, you should be careful that everything you eat and drink falls within the guidelines for good glucose control. Since it's not possible to have detailed information about all your foods with you all the time, you can follow some acceptable shortcuts to track what you eat and stay
What Are the Benefits of Aloe Vera Plants?
Aloe vera, a succulent plant known for its distinctive look and healing properties, is commonly applied for its soothing and anti-inflammatory benefits, most typically to treat sunburns.
Best Healthy Eating Plans
Losing weight can be difficult, which can make people think about taking drastic measures, such as undergoing dangerous liposuction procedures or taking diet pills. Surgeries and pills are not necessary, however, if you eat certain foods and follow a 1,500-calorie daily diet. This will allow you to
How to Extract Yohimbe With Alcohol
Yohimbe bark is used traditionally as an aphrodisiac for both men and women. Yohimbe is also used by herbalists to treat depression. Most of the time, Yohimbe is taken either as tea, or in a tablet or capsule. Although Yohimbe extracts may not contain as much active ingredient as the oth
How to Use Kyanite
Kyanite is a high vibration crystal that's highly prized by those who use it for meditation and healing. This crystal is supposed to re-align a person's chakras, and help them maintain positive energy flow. Blue kyanite, perhaps the most well-known, is also supposed to help in the development of psy