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Why AM I Still Hungry?

Ghrelin is a hormone produced by cells in your gastrointestinal tract when you are hungry this hormone increases, and when you are full, it decreases. This hormone also works on the brain center to increase the secretion of gastric acid and gastric mobility to prepare your stomach for food intake. Keep in mind that when you eat the foods you have chosen, it…

Your Health is Your Wealth

While many would attribute their wealth to how much money they have, they are sadly mistaken when illness visits their home. One of the things at the foundation of all your endeavors is your health. The truth is that if you don’t feel right, you can’t work, you can’t make plans, you can’t make strides. In ancient times, if the people did not remain vigilant, or…

All Things Being Equal

There is a huge misconception about this little thing called a calorie. Some of us count calories like counting sheep, and we really don’t know what a calorie is, we know we should keep track of them if we want to lose weight. A calorie is a unit of energy, the amount of energy that it takes to raise one kilogram of water one degree Celsius. You may ask how did…

Big Things Small Packages

Are you facing a mountain illness, are you paralyzed by the largeness of what you face, that you have just accepted that this is and will be your fate? Well look again for often there are real answers to what you face in doing the smallest of things. Partner with your physician, ask what changes you can make to lower the effects of certain illnesses and the…

Cheers To Your Stomach

Have you ever noticed that your mood often affects your stomach? There is a neurotransmitter found in our body called Serotonin. It contributes to you feeling happy and in an overall good atmosphere. It also helps with your memory and learning. Serotonin is not only found in the central nervous system; 90-95 % is located in your gut, which is known as your enteric…

Another Wolf Sighting

Should I start my morning with a dose of High Fructose Corn Syrup? Sort of like, “the breakfast of champions,” “two peas in a pod,” or “the icing on the cake” sounds like something good for you. Except for the melodic ring of words is the only thing that’s good, outside of that, this ingredient is not your friend. This sweetener is made by breaking cornstarch…

Thin Skinned

Naaman was a great man, a valiant commander, well respected in his circle, yet he suffered from a disease called leprosy. This disease is what took him to the door of Elisha whom simple sent a messenger out to tell him to go and dip in the Jordan river seven times and there he would find his cure from such a dreaded disease. While you and I have the benefit of…

Hair Loss

Hair loss is a common condition and can affect men and women equally, at some point in their lives. There is a difference between hair loss and balding. While hair loss can be caused by stress, hygiene, allergies, and nutrition, balding has a different component. Balding is caused by genetics and hormone metabolites that damage hair follicles that are genetically…

How To Turn Your Nose Off

Allergies can occur when your body’s immune system reacts to what it perceives is a foreign body or substance. When this happens, your immune system begins to make antibodies that target a particular irritant that your system deems as harmful. When this occurs, you may experience inflammation around your skin, your airways or even your digestive system. While…

Acne

When your pores become clogged as a result of oil and bacteria, the skin begins to erupt. It especially affects the face, neck, shoulders, and arms. This can often be very disconcerting for those who suffer from acne which can often lead to feelings of low self-esteem. While there is no outright cure for acne, there are some things that you can do to minimize the…