We all know that aging is a fact of life.  Even as we grow older our bodies are easily prone to many of diseases or start inviting disease if they we are not taking care of our bodies beforehand. You may also have come across people trying so many things to get relief from pain. If unchecked it will make everything difficult including your routines and day-to-day schedule. Joint pain could be acute or chronic. Acute joint pain only remains for a shorter duration as compared to the chronic joint pain that could last for several days, months and even in some unfortunate cases, even for years. A number of factors can contribute to any degree of physical discomfort. It could be an old ski injury or an accident. Many in my neighborhood served time in the military.  Joint pain can often a result of obesity — the excess weight being more than the joints can handle. Sometimes it’s caused by a sedentary life style.  What’s scary is that a growing number of younger adults are experiencing these issues.  When you look at the causes, in which cases are often simply consequences of everyday living, and then couple them with the wrong foods in your diet, you compound the problem.

The focus here is to consider natural joint pain relief as opposed to going under the scapel.  Depending on the causative factor and what degree of pain that you have , joint pain relief is quite possible. If the joint pain relief is sought for general or normal joint pains, one can obtain with some herbal medications, oil (external) application, sudation (steam bath) along with some internal medication that includes herbal extracts or some patent formula using herbs those are natural analgesic and anti-inflammatory.  A quick search on the internet can give you a tons of options from Glucosamine Sulfate, Chondroitin, Same-E or Joint Advantage. Such supplements have gained in popularity as a useful alternative medication to deal with any body joint pain. Chondroitin and glucosamine are natural components found in the body and they help to build the cartilages in the joint (chondroitin) and fight the cartilage degeneration (glucosamine).

Lastly, one can also experience natural joint pain relief by massaging the joints using oil after a nice warm or hot bath. You may also note that warming the oil a little before massaging since warm oil penetrates the joints faster.  In addition, keeping a regular regimen of stretching, exercise and eating nutritious meals can assist you in combating joint pain.  Good luck!

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What are the causes of adrenal fatigue?  Like many people across the United States, we are constantly being bombarded with negative news twenty-four hours a day regarding the economy, global warming and joblessness/unemployment.  For the groups that still have a job, they’ve put in an increasing amount of overtime hours to avoid the unemployment line.  They’ve also “accepted” additional duties to pick up the slack from the employees that are no longer with the company.

Another possible reason for adrenal fatigue is the eating habits associated with the aforementioned “busy bee” lifestyles.  Microwave diet habits are also contributing to the feelings of constant physical exhaustion.  Diets high in sugar and refined carbohydrates are the main cause of adrenal fatigue. Sugar includes honey, maple syrup, fructose, dried fruit, fruit juice and just about anything that is sweet. Refined carbohydrates are grains that have been ground up or have had the bran removed. This include products like bread even whole wheat bread, noodles, corn chips, white rice and pretty much anything that comes in a package.  It’s much easier to microwave your food quickly and eat at your desk to remain “productive.”

The added stress that a person takes on can reveal these symptoms of adrenal fatigue.  It’s not football season yet, but you’ve begun to notice that it is easier to gain weight around your midsection.  Do you also find that the alarm clock goes off too early in the morning?  It seems like you just set the timer thirty minutes ago and it’s already morning!  If this describes you, it may be increasingly difficult to get out of the bed in the morning.  It doesn’t matter how often you hit the snooze button, you are still tired!  Lastly, do you notice that you’ve become irritable lately?  Are you constantly depressed and see no end in sight?  These are but a few of the symptoms to be aware of if you are overtaxing your adrenal glands.

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Always remember that your body is the best communicator.  I still challenge myself to listen to my body when my mind forces me to keep going.  It’s always in hindsight that I remember the rest I eventually took made me more productive.  Keeping a routine that includes a healthy diet, regular exercise and a commitment to rest are some of the best adrenal fatigue treatments and makes you a stronger candidate to face the next day!

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Most people are aware of the multitudes of benefits derived from a diet high in fruits and vegetables. Not only are fruits and vegetables packed with fiber, vitamins and minerals, they are loaded with thousands of compounds called phytochemicals which work together to prevent chronic diseases such as heart disease, stroke and cancer. They are also a great accompaniment to any weight loss diet because they enhance feelings of fullness at a minimal caloric investment. They’re such good medicine, in fact, that many private medical organizations and governmental organizations are now recommending up to 9 servings of fruits and vegetables daily. Sadly, however, most Americans fall well short of the minimal “5-a-day” recommendation. We’re simply “too busy” to eat healthily and make time for nutritious foods at each meal.

Is Juice Plus a substitute for fruits and vegetables?

Leave it to the unregulated supplement industry to cash in on our health worries. Anything that claims to be natural and prevent disease is a booming business today, particularly if it comes conveniently encapsulated with marketing claims galore. Well, that’s just what Natural Alternatives International (NAI), the manufacturers of Juice Plus supplements, had in mind. According to NAI, Juice Plus is “the next best thing to fruits and vegetables.”

What are the primary ingredients in Juice Plus?

Juice Plus is sold as chewables, capsules, wafers and gummies for kids. The two most popular Juice Plus supplements are the Juice Plus Garden Blend and Juice Plus Orchard Blend. They each contain six vitamins and minerals and fruit or vegetable juice powder derived from the pulp of several fruit and vegetable varieties. They have also added various phytochemicals to the mix such as bioflavonoids, anthocyanins, lycopene and indoles. For the most part, all the fiber has been stripped from the fruit and vegetable powders. Only the six vitamins and minerals in Juice Plus have disclosed quantities. There is no information about how much pulp or powder one derives from the various fruit and vegetable blends or what amounts of phytochemicals or other ingredients the products contain.

Pills and food are not the same

Most research studies which show the crucial disease prevention properties of eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables did not use fruit powders or vegetable pills to derive their conclusions. They use whole fresh fruit and vegetables. Therefore how can we know that manufactured supplements exposed to varying conditions and refining processes to form capsules, powders and wafers would do the same?

In addition, we must not overlook the theory that many of the naturally occurring compounds in fruits and vegetables work together to prevent disease. A great example of how supplementing with a few select vitamins or antioxidants as opposed to an entire fruit or vegetable may not produce desired results is the beta carotene smoker’s study. This study showed that smokers who took beta carotene supplements alone versus those who were didn’t take any supplements showed higher rates of cancer!

Clearly, isolating a few nutrients or phytochemicals and packing them in a powder does not necessarily provide the results that making the time for the real thing each day does. Also, when an overall diet is not balanced with plenty of fruits and vegetables, these same diets are often high in fat and processed ingredients. No powder will counteract the effect of a poor diet. While there have been some clinical research studies about the effectiveness of Juice Plus, the evidence overall is inconclusive, the research flawed, and the funding provided by the manufacturer of the supplements themselves! It seems the best answer is if the diet is lacking in fruits and vegetables, then correct the diet! Don’t assume supplements, powders, wafers and chewies will do the trick.

Eat the real thing

Even the producers of Juice Plus admit that there is no substitute for fruits and vegetables in the diet. Juice Plus supplements simply do not compare to the thousands of naturally occurring nutrients and phytochemicals we derive from the real thing. Let’s stick with what we do know: Increasing your fruit and vegetable intake to 5-9 servings per day will significantly round out your diet and boost your chances of preventing many long term debilitating diseases.

Guest article by: Kathleen Goodwin, RD

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I hope everyone is enjoying this steaming summer!  In honor of my birthday this weekend (July 19 – Cancer’s Rule) I wanted to talk about wakeboarding tips and tricks for weekend warriors.  For those that don’t know me, I am a huuuuge adrenaline junkie who’s been diving with the sharks in Hawaii, hang gliding at Lookout Mountain and Zip Lining in Costa Rica to name a few activities.  Here in Georgia, we are landlocked and it has me jonsing for “wetter” surfaces to do fun excursions like wakeboarding!

What actually is wakeboarding you ask?  Wakeboarding is only one of the biggest sports-related explosions in the past decade!  Historically, a San Diego surfer named Tony Finn developed a water ski and surfboard killer combination that was pulled behind a boat and allowed people to “surf” using the boat’s wake.  Today, foot straps are added and the shape of the board is more suited so we weekend warriors don’t get injured.  I cannot believe people actually get paid big bucks for participating in competitions and tours. It really isn’t a surprise that wakeboarding is considered to be the fastest growing water sports in the world.  Don’t believe me?  Just check your favorite sports channels on cable to feel the rush!

Here’s a quick word of caution for all of you weekend warriors.  Don’t run out to do this activity!  Learn from my mistakes!  The first time I went wakeboarding, I was sore for a whole week.  I was extremely sore in my lower back and ab areas.  If you are into yoga like me, then you should be fine for the future.  Just make sure you include some extra Downward Dogs and extra leg stretches so you are better prepared.  In addition you may want to do squats, lunges and sit ups so your body will be fully buffered for dealing with getting pulled all afternoon.

Now that you have had a great breakfast and did your “preventive maintenance” on your body it’s time to get into the topic at hand!  There are plenty of things you can do once you are out in the water.  First and foremost don’t forget your life vest!  Since we aren’t like the pro’s we will more than likely land in the water at some point.  I’ve even noticed that some of the experts also wear vests so don’t think it’s uncool to wear one.  You may want to get adjusted to the getting pulled around before trying anything crazy.  Once you have built greater confidence, you can try switching from holding two hands on the rope to one hand.  If that is too boring, you can try jumping into the air while grabbing the board.  If you really get a “wild hair” then you may attempt jumping and spinning in the air.

Please remember these wakeboarding tips and tricks to get the most out of your weekend warrior experience.  It is also mindful to do this in moderation as there’s nothing worse than getting injured and sharing that part of the story at the watercooler on Monday.  Have fun and let’s hit some waves!

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After I employed these strategies, I started to feel better.  More importantly, I started living in the moment.  I started to enjoy life more.  Indirectly, my “Little” made me aware of how you felt in each moment. This means being present in the now, not living in the past or in the future. The present is the only thing you have absolute power over in your life and made the “pitty parties” I had in the past melt away.

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How can one tell if they have pancreatic cancer?  It is known as a silent killer for many reasons because it doesn’t cause any symptoms.  You should notice however if your skin and whites of your eyes become jaundiced and your urine is darker than usual.  One may also experience pain in the abdomen, loss of an appetite in addition to being tired all of the time.

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stress on joints and muscles. Many styles of exercise equipment address one or two of these concerns, but few combine all the advantages in an overall fitness package such as that provided by elliptical trainers.

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Over the years, I’m sure your loved one has complained if you constantly ask for a foot or ankle massage.  In any case, whether you are the one giving the foot massage or you are on the receiving end of the foot massage, you will certainly experience various advantages, such as de-stressing the body, relaxing and encouraging the circulation.

Before you begin this great exercise, be sure to dry the feet thoroughly and make sure that even the area between your toes is dry.  If you are the one receiving the massage, this is of the utmost importance so your request will not get denied.  Afterwards, you will definitely need to rub some lotions or oils (whichever you prefer) on your feet.  It would also behoove you to get a towel so that the area doesn’t get messy!

In addition to the lotion/oil, a great technique to soothe those ankles is the ankle rotation. The ankle rotation relaxes the feet and loosens the joints.  The best way to perform an ankle rotation is to cup your hand underneath the heel in order to brace the leg and the foot.  Use the other hand and slowly rotate the base at the ankle about three to six times in both directions. When I initially received this I was in absolute pain!  With frequent foot massages, any kind of stiffness will start to recede. (Guys can use this excuse to receive more ankle massages!)

Just like the other “weekend warriors,” I sprained my ankle again the next time I went out to play tennis.  I always heard the body starts to wear down as we get older, but of course I didn’t think this applied to me!  In any event, getting a constant ankle massage in addition to stretching should relieve your ankles as well as the rest of the body.  See ya weekend warriors soon!

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Agile Marketing Solutions, LLC., a leading online marketing and consulting firm, will volunteer for the upcoming Open House at Horizon Center for Intuitive Awareness in Atlanta, Georgia scheduled for Wednesday, July 29, 2009 from 7-9 pm. Agile Marketing Solutions, LLC is a full scale marketing agency that specializes in blogging, video blogging, organic search engine optimization (SEO), pay per click advertising (PPC), and online media buying is continuing to seek and volunteer for events that promote sustainable issues that promote a healthy environment.

“We are excited about this opportunity to work with the Horizon Center for this great event! They are planning to highlight all of their services from energy healing, “readings” and other great forms of intuitive awareness and development. That is definitely one of the many reasons we would like to align ourselves with this effort,” says Agile Marketing Solutions, LLC Director of Business Development Hamza Davis. During this event, the Horizon Center will also be discussing their weekly Free Energy Healing Clinic. A lucky few will have the opportunity to receive an energy healing demonstration.

What is energy healing? Any energy in your body or aura that is not in time or in tune with you will cause a slow, steady draining of your vitality. This leads to larger issues arising in the physical body, emotional overwhelm, and psychic cloudiness. An energy healing regularly can help you find, address and release what is no longer yours to carry. This frees you up to engage fully with your own life’s issues.

The Horizon Center, located along the “Metaphysical Mile” in Sandy Springs on Roswell Road, has been a spiritual development resource to the Atlanta community since February 2003. JoAnn Wilson is the Director of the Horizon Center for Intuitive Awareness. JoAnn Wilson has practiced spiritual awareness for over twenty years. “My dream was to develop a Center near my friends and family in the South where we practice our intuitive and psychic tools in community of kindred spirits. I am so excited to be a part of this wonderful group; to send light into our community and world, and be surrounded by such capable beings. Our classes focus on skills useful to you on your path, combining pragmatic tools with spiritual wisdom and I look forward to our Open House on July 29^th. Space is limited to the first twenty-five (25) people to register at (404) 497-1700” commented JoAnn.

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Agile Marketing Solutions, LLC is a leading online marketing and consulting firm showcasing new services such as social media marketing and promoting small businesses. They are based in Atlanta, GA. The company offers a wide range of internet marketing services which now include search engine optimization and social media marketing. Agile Marketing Solutions, LLC has worked with clients that include Green Revolution, Energy Ace, oXYGen Financial, Inc., Horizon Center for Intuitive Awareness and authors in the health, wellness and marketing industries.

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