Learning to Overcome the Fear of Flying

Aviophobia is a phobia where the victim has an extreme fear of flying. Everything in the world is becoming more closely connected through internet, phone and air travel.

This makes everything worse because the need to travel more, especially in circumstances such as a job, becomes more necessary than ever. Failing to overcome a fear of flying can make it difficult to immigrate to other areas and see parts of the world that interest a person, as well.

It can be normal for a person to have a little bit of anxiety before flying on an airplane, but those who are suffering with aviophobia deal with strong symptoms of anxiety and stress which can impair their ability to function normally.

Millions of people around the world suffer from a fear of flying. There are ways to overcome fear of flying and I will touch on some of them.

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Joints, Bones & Muscles »

[11 Mar 2010 | No Comment ]

Do you have a job that involves repetitive motion? If you aren’t careful, you could end up suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome. For people who already suffer from it, here are some home remedies to help relieve the pain.

What is carpal tunnel syndrome? The carpal tunnel is a narrow passage on the inside of your forearm at the level of your wrist. It houses the medial nerve and tendons that flex the fingers on your hand. All of these structures fit nice and neat in this passage that protects them from injury.

The problem comes in when swelling in the area causes the median nerve to get pinched. Anyone who has ever had a pinched nerve knows the amount of pain associate with it. The nerve can be agitated by fine motor skills and vibrating movements that cause inflammation.

Home remedies go a long way towards fighting the pain. If the movement that caused the carpal tunnel problem is temporary, then any treatment should take care of the discomfort. When the motion is repeated on a regular basis, using several of the suggested home remedies can bring relief.

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Alternative Therapies, Reflexology »

[11 Mar 2010 | One Comment ]


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Health Q & A, Health and Vitality, Nutrition »

[10 Mar 2010 | 4 Comments ]

Question: from Marc – Does Beta Carotene Increase Risk of Cancer?

The WCRF have recently released the results from the research carried out looking into foods associated with increased risk of cancer. I noticed that Beta carotene is a supplement they found to increase the risk of Lung Cancer and that your Total balance contains 5000IU of this ingredient. Please let me know whether it is still safe to be taking this supplement.

Comment: from Warren Matthews of Xtend-Life

Joanna will answer this question, but I thought that I should first make a comment. This is another example of a misleading study. There is also a world of difference between taking NATURAL Beta-Carotene in conjunction with many other co-factors such as are present in Total Balance as opposed to taking a synthetic Beta-Carotene as a single stand alone ingredient which should never be ingested in that manner. To suggest that beta-carotene in a natural form in sensible quantities is risky is a bit like saying don’t eat your carrots because you may get cancer. It is nonsense.

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Heart, Blood, Circulatory »

[10 Mar 2010 | No Comment ]

Spider veins are like varicose veins but they are much smaller. They often began as small capillaries that are blue or red squiggles on the skin. Most common areas are over the surface of the thighs, calves and ankles. Unfortunately, it is estimated that at least one third of the adult female population will experience spider veins at one time or another in her life.

Women often seek treatment for spider veins because they are of cosmetic concern. And, for cosmetic reasons, insurance companies will not cover the treatment of spider veins. However, it is not uncommon for spider veins to also cause specific symptoms, such as aching, heaviness or itching on the legs. Spider veins are also associated with larger underlying varicose veins and are sometimes a precursor to those larger medical problems.

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Aromatherapy »

[10 Mar 2010 | 6 Comments ]


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Stress & Relaxation »

[10 Mar 2010 | One Comment ]

If your teenager is anything like other teenagers, they have almost every moment of their day mapped out. Even if they like keeping busy or are participating in activities that they like, it can still be a source of stress for them. Help them to manage their activities so that stress works for them instead of against them.

What is stress anyway? It is our response to various situations in our lives. There is such a thing as good stress or “eustress.” A looming deadline can spur us into action to come up with something terrific for that term paper. Anxiety over public speaking can lead to long practice sessions to get the speech just right.

On the other hand, there is also stress that can lead to bad results. Worry or fear can immobilize you. It carries symptoms like loss of appetite, weight loss, weight gain, stomach aches and loss of sleep to name a few. These situations demonstrate a lack of coping skills.

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Alternative Therapies, Health and Vitality »

[9 Mar 2010 | 2 Comments ]

by Warren Matthews of Xtend-Life

Glycation…a simple explanation to a complex problem…

Glycation is even more dangerous to your health than free radicals! It is important that you understand what it is, how it is caused and how to protect yourself against it.

In order to appreciate the problems associated with glycation there are some basic biological facts that you need to be aware of.

Firstly, the role that proteins play in your body!

Proteins are valuable biological molecules which are found in almost every part of your body and have a variety of functions. They are present inside the cells making the life of the cell possible. Without them you would not survive as these proteins are needed to carry oxygen and nutrients to the tissues.

Proteins are made up of strings of different amino acids. To function properly they need to be ‘free agents’. In other words they need to remain as singular molecules to move around and perform their tasks.

So far, so good…

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Heart, Blood, Circulatory »

[9 Mar 2010 | No Comment ]

Varicose veins and spider veins will affect close to 40 million Americans, mostly women. Sclerotherapy is a medical procedure which is used to treat these varicose veins and spider veins through a use of sodium chloride directly injected into the vein.

This particular procedure has been used since the 1930s to treat varicose veins. If left untreated these normally cosmetic problems can increase the risk for blood clots, skin ulcers and pain and discomfort.

Sclerotherapy is performed in the physician’s office using a 23% solution of sodium chloride mix with lidocaine. Lidocaine is a local anesthetic used to help numb the area. Heparin is also added to the solution.

This is injected directly into the blood vessel using a very fine needle. The solution is designed to irritate the lining and cause it to swell and stick together. The blood clots within the vessel and eventually the vessel turns to scar tissue and fades from the body.

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Heart, Blood, Circulatory »

[9 Mar 2010 | 6 Comments ]

My blood pressure is running around 95/72 is this normal.Top number ranges 90-110 bottom 70-80.Seems odd that the numbers are so close in range.

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Anxiety and Depression »

[9 Mar 2010 | One Comment ]

As humans, we are a mix of emotional states. One minute we cry and the next we laugh. An even bigger mix is the types of situations that can bring on these emotional changes. It shouldn’t be surprising that your teenager has them too. But, one of the most destructive and mismanaged emotions is anger.

Anger has led to a lot of poor choices and rash decisions. To know this, all you have to do is read the newspaper. Murders, thefts, insidious plots have all begun from a point of anger. On the other hand, so have marches against injustice and new legislation in the government. The difference is how the angry feelings were handled.

One of the daunting jobs of a parent is to help their children manage their emotional states. While we can never control what another person says or does, we can control our response to it. That sense of control comes with a responsibility.

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Cleaning, Laundry »

[8 Mar 2010 | No Comment ]

Clean with club soda or pour on salt or soak in milk before washing.

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Heart, Blood, Circulatory »

[8 Mar 2010 | No Comment ]

Millions of both men and women are bothered by the embarrassment and discomfort of spider veins on their legs or faces. Spider veins are those small red, blue and sometimes purple blood vessels that appear on the surface of the skin and are usually asymptomatic. In some circumstances, when the spider veins get larger in size or surface area they can cause some minor symptoms.

A varicose vein is an entirely different animal. These are tortuous large veins that have lost the function of the one-way valves that keep the blood from pooling. Without those valves, the blood pools in the veins and decreases the ability to adequately perfuse oxygen to the tissue and remove waste from a specific area of a leg. Treatment for varicose veins has progressed over the years. Initially, individuals were recommended to sit with their feet up as much as possible during the day.

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Nutrition »

[8 Mar 2010 | No Comment ]

Pizza is a favorite food for many people. Too bad it is so loaded with calories that most people don’t indulge if they want to lose weight and stay healthy. No need to worry. Here are some alternatives for your pizza to help you enjoy it anyway.

Let’s start from the bottom up, which is where the expert pizza guys start when they are making their wonderful-tasting pie. Many commercial crusts are made with white flour. Processed white flour contains too many sugars. It rates high on the glycemic index.

For those who don’t know, the glycemic index is a way of rating carbohydrates. If a carbohydrate causes your blood sugar to spike, it will usually get a number above 50 on the index. Spikes are usually followed by periods of sluggishness when you eat more spiking carbs to give you some energy. It is a vicious cycle.

Eating foods that are lower on this index will help keep your blood sugar steady, which fights cravings. Your energy level becomes consistent throughout the day as well.

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Color, Crystals »

[8 Mar 2010 | One Comment ]

Handmade Jewelry: Balancing Gemstone Chakra Bracelets – Handcrafted sterling silver bracelet. The crystals selected are based on the metaphysical healing properties and meanings of chakra colors.

Many believe that Chakras are centers of energy within your body that can regulate your bodies systems, and chakra stones attune and adjust your bodies energy, bringing it into line with the most beneficial vibrations for your own body. that includes endocrine systems, … More >>

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Nervous System »

[8 Mar 2010 | 5 Comments ]

“What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Fibromyalgia (Warner, 1999), also by Dr. St. Amand and Claudia Craig Marek, has netted over 120,000 copies and has a monthly reorder rate of 3,000 copies.

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