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14th September 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Patricia Moynihan
Drug companies rolled out their latest lethal concoctions with warm and fuzzy TV ads showing arthritis patients dancing the night away. This could be you, said the ad. Just take our brand new biologic drug and your ... Read >
23rd August 2009
Most of us have heard the saying, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away”, or that you should drink at least eight glasses of water a day. But how much truth is there to such old wives' health tips?
Growing up hearing certain sayings and tips result... Read >
Author: Adam Singleton19th August 2009
Ever wondered if some of the natural remedies for age spots really work? Some of them really don’t. The idea of using lemon juice is an “old wives tale”. You can try it. It doesn’t cost much. But, you probably won’t see results.
If you d... Read >
Author: Laurel Levine15th August 2009
Before you go out and spend a lot of money trying to copy the workout routine of some Hollywood hot shot, perhaps you would do better to first stop and analyze your situation. Most of us do not need to go gung-ho on the working out just to lose those few... Read >
Author: Dean James23rd July 2009
The fact that Aloe Vera is highly beneficial to health is no accident. It is not some "old wives tale", nor is it only used by those "hippy" alternative superstitious types, although ironic as it may seem, they have probably been benefiting from the use ... Read >
Author: Anne Edwards17th July 2009
That might sound like a tall tale but multiple clinical trials around the world have looked at the link between mothers taking fish oils and how it affects the health of the baby.
Taking fish oil in pregnancy is no old wives tale either, as many respec... Read >
Author: Peter Foremski06th July 2009
Acne is an inflammatory skin disease that affects millions of individuals. The most universal type of acne is known as "common acne". Acne is caused when too many oils are secreted from the glands and those oils mix with dead skin cells, blocking the hair... Read >
Author: J Vera30th June 2009
As a parent, we want our children to be healthy. Paying proper attention to your infant or toddler's dental health is definitely no exception. There are certain dental care concerns for babies and young children that need to be taken into consideration, t... Read >
Author: Daniel Berry18th June 2009
Growing up, many of us were told that eating cheese before bed would cause one to dream more - and in particular cause have nightmares - but is there any truth behind this?
In 2005 a study was conducted by the British Cheese Board in an attempt to s... Read >
Author: Carolyn Macleod18th June 2009
Is lost cash an old wives tale or a true thing? It is estimated that 9 out every 10 Americans have cash that they have not claimed as their own.
Have you been considering taking on a second income to increase you cash flow? Well, you may not have to! ... Read >
Author: cashclaimed05th June 2009
Although this form of roofing is experiencing a greater deal of popularity than at any other time in recent history, many unfortunate - and untrue - myths remain about it. No matter where you live in Australia, you have probably heard at least a couple of... Read >
Author: EvaJudge03rd June 2009
It is very difficult for parents to watch their happy babies be completely uncomfortable and inconsolable during teething. Since your baby is not able to communicate the pain to you it is even more challenging. Fortunately, there are several home remedies... Read >
Author: David Cummings05th May 2009
Can a male catch a yeast infection? Definitely! Although we tend to link women with yeast infection, a male can catch it too. And for many of the same reasons that females catch it. But a male is more prone to keep things to himself, and so tend not to ap... Read >
Author: John Cielo27th March 2009
As a woman, I am sure that you can relate to pregnancy, the beauty of it and the whole enchilada. But if you are having trouble getting pregnant, you will need to read this. You could be having trouble on account of work related stress or some of the othe... Read >
Author: reuben wallis11th March 2009
Have you noticed how wedding cakes just keep getting larger and more ornate? Sometimes it seems a shame to cut into what could be works of art. But how did we get to this point? Where did the wedding cake from from? From what I can tell the Romans had... Read >
Author: giftgal99910th March 2009
In this day and age, some people still argue if it is at all possible to choose the gender of your baby.
Of course it is possible!
Science has found ways to virtually guarantee you the conception of baby of a preferred gender… if you’re willin... Read >
Author: anita bern24th February 2009
Wedding rings are the most important part of every wedding ceremony. They symbolize the union of husband and wife. Don’t you know that in some countries and cultures, they have different myths and legends about wedding rings?
According to Egyptians ... Read >
Author: valeriemae16th February 2009
The Immune System is an Incredible Process
Did your grandmother ever tell you to put a hat on or you would catch a cold? There may have been more to that than just an old wives tale. Your immune system is the first line of defense against catching bac... Read >
Author: Lori03rd January 2009
Clearwater Duplicate Bridge Club
Hi, My Name is Jerry and I am certified Duplicate Bridge Director.
I have been playing bridge for many years more than 20. We are trying to generate
new or inexperienced players to our Bridge Club, In Clearwater,... Read >
Author: Duplicate Bridge19th December 2008
Yum! Here you go! Look in your refridgerator for some healthy goodies for your skin! and health! Bet you have something in there that you can grab and start using!
Carrots
Because of their high level of beta carotene, carrots can heal the skin dama... Read >
Author: AJ Hatch01st December 2008
About 400 years ago Greek physician Hippocrates made the statement: 'Let your medicine be your food and your food be your medicine', which is regarded by many to be true to this day.
However, many orthodox medical doctors, who have had very little trai... Read >
Author: Paul10th November 2008
To understand how best to prevent contracting HPV, we should, of course, look at how HPV is spread, first and foremost. Here are some basic facts about HPV.
Common Warts
The old wives tale of getting hand warts from frogs is, well, it’s crazy talk... Read >
Author: Michelle Anderson05th November 2008
Hair at present and not here tomorrow is one of the main of male woes, particularly with a excellent head of hair being equated with sexual health and fertility, not to talk about an attractive overall look that is appealing to the opposite sex.
Though... Read >
Author: jainish05th November 2008
Hair at present and not here tomorrow is one of the main of male woes, particularly with a excellent head of hair being equated with sexual health and fertility, not to talk about an attractive overall look that is appealing to the opposite sex.
Though... Read >
Author: jainish31st October 2008
Save-The-Date Cards, like wedding invitations, announce the date of an upcoming event. Unlike wedding invitations, they’re less elegant, pricey, and beautiful. They are purely functional items that can take the form of cards, magnets, post-it notes, or ... Read >
Author: Jeff Fain21st October 2008
Christmas is surrounded by myth, legend and tradition and most of us will consider ourselves familiar with most of the customs surrounding the festive season. However, there is always room for a few more facts and figures so we hope you enjoy our brief ... Read >
Author: Colin Holmes29th September 2008
In today’s world, having a nice pretty smile with white teeth, seems to be of utmost importance. Most people will take extreme, painful measures for whiter teeth. Cosmetic dentistry can be costly, provide adequate whiteness to the teeth but often only... Read >
Author: Matt Wittchow08th September 2008
In addition to using a good moisturizer and topical solution, you can do a number of free things to achieve acne free skin and prevent further pimple breakouts. Read on to know more of what are the top 4 tips to help you to clear acne fast.
Here are... Read >
Author: Alan08th September 2008
Your doctor has probably informed you that you can go into labour at any time once you are 37 weeks pregnant. A baby born at this stage of the pregnancy is considered to be full term. The baby is fully developed and is positioned in the birth canal. You m... Read >
Author: Ling Tong05th September 2008
Seek treatment when ingrown toenails are a minor annoyance! Almost everyone, at one time or another in their life, has suffered from an ingrown toenail. Often, this first occurs during adolescence, but can occur at any age. The toenail curves into the ski... Read >
Author: Dr. Marybeth Crane15th August 2008
It's all great to hear advice during your pregnancy, especially unwelcome advice. I'm sure you've been told by one person or another how to live. Am I right? It only gets worse the further along in your pregnancy you are. Someone will want to tell you tha... Read >
Author: Julia Sullivan29th July 2008
There are little white lies, and then there are whoppers. Little white lies are acceptable, and in fact are expected on the first date. It�s the whoppers you want to avoid. When meeting someone for the first time, we tend to use harmless white lies t... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer29th July 2008
Insomnia before a big race is something that coaches say is normal, and that the athlete should accept them. There are many who advise athletes to get a good, long sleep for the two nights prior to the event itself. However, there is a problem with this a... Read >
Author: harvey ong28th July 2008
Insomnia before a big race is something that coaches say is normal, and that the athlete should accept them. There are many who advise athletes to get a good, long sleep for the two nights prior to the event itself. However, there is a problem with this a... Read >
Author: harvey ong21st July 2008
Heartburn does not just affect those who are high stressed or love their spicy foods. Pregnant women suffer from heartburn too. You will find as your pregnancy progresses that antacids tend to become your best friend. Heartburn has nothing to do with... Read >
Author: efoartticle18th July 2008
So, you’ve waited nine months and you’re tired of waiting. And so is your doctor. But you’re not looking forward to the extra interventions that you know are associated with a medical induction. Needles, IVs, lying on your back, epidural, c-secti... Read >
Author: Lena Leino05th June 2008
It is said that you should drink 8 glasses of water a day. Can that be right? Wow, that's a lot of water, isn't it? And can drinking water really help you to lose weight? Well there's good news and bad news. The good news is yes, you can lose weight by in... Read >
Author: Regina Reeves20th May 2008
Seasickness does exist and is probably the primary reason people avoid cruises. And, cruises from New York may seem particularly daunting since ships must sail in the Atlantic Ocean where storms aren't uncommon.
The best definition of what mal de mer i... Read >
Author: Anne Campbell03rd April 2008
The fact that beta carotene is stated to be a safe form of vitamin A suggests that vitamin A is in some way unsafe. In fact an overdose of vitamin A can lead to any one of a number of conditions, including nausea, jaundice, vomiting, abdominal pain and h... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer07th January 2008
A lot of women are under the impression that it's more difficult to find fitting plus size jeans than it is to find normal size jeans. But as a matter of fact, all women, regardless of size and shape, have difficulties finding that pair of jeans that not ... Read >
Author: Eric Menzies01st July 2007
There are very few countries that offer the variety of attractions and culture that Spain has to offer.As a country that still has great inter regional “differences of opinion” - euphemism here for cultural differences and in some cases acts of terror... Read >
Author: Stephen Morgan07th June 2007
There are very few countries that offer the variety of attractions and culture that Spain has to offer. For a Country made up out of 12 different regions you get as you would expect a wide variety of cultures.
A country that has had such a chequered pa... Read >
Author: Scott James30th April 2007
When your baby has a cold, he may well be off his food - in fact, an adequate intake of fluids is far more important in this situation, to prevent dehydration. On the other hand, extra minerals and vitamins will help boost his immune system, setting him o... Read >
Author: Christine Albury17th November 2006
Temporary bouts of insomnia can be caused be many things. Stress is a frequent culprit, as is temporary illness. If you're having trouble sleeping and if neither stress nor illness are causing it then often the best place to look is at your diet. Changin... Read >
Author: David Harris15th November 2006
It's a bird?it's a plane?it's Uncle Ben!!
Rice throwing at weddings originated in ancient times to guarantee happiness and fertility for the bride and groom. The new couples were showered with grains of rice as they left the wedding site. This practi... Read >
Author: Leah Lee25th October 2006
When it comes to parenting, everyone has some advice to give. Make sure your daughter wears a hat or she'll catch cold. Make your son cleans his plate – it's good for him. There are an abundance of old wives tails and an endless number of well-intention... Read >
Author: Karen Fusco16th August 2006
You are welcome to use this article on your website or in your newsletter as long as you reprint it as is, including the contact information at the end. Website URLs must be active links. You are welcome to use this article with an affiliate link, http:... Read >
Author: Kathy Anderson19th July 2006
Many mothers have heard the above statement. The answer is yes, bottle-feeding can cause ear infections for your baby. Here are the reasons why and how you can prevent it.
There is also an old-wives-tale that says a baby will get ear infections if the ... Read >
Author: Robin OBrien26th May 2006
Fist time parents are in for the experience of a lifetime!
After surviving 9 months of pregnancy, a wardrobe of maternity clothes, baby showers, and decorating the nursery with care, you have gone through the exciting, heroic experiences of labor and d... Read >
Author: Lori Anton15th May 2006
Flowers immediately brighten up a room, adding a sense of spring and joy. As flowers are a living and a relatively costly decoration, it
pays to keep them alive and healthy looking for as long as possible.Knowing some of a florists secrets for flow... Read >
Author: serenata flowers06th April 2006
Many women experience unwanted facial hair and wish to have it removed.
It can be due to genetics, age, medication or many women just want it removed
for cosmetic reasons, like eyebrow hair. Women experience growth of
unwanted facial hair during c... Read >
Author: Mark Robbins09th February 2006
For centuries the Japanese have believed that lighting both in the garden and home has a direct effect on ones levels of stress. To some of us this may seem like an old wives tale, but the Japanese assure the rest of the world that they can prove a link t... Read >
Author: angus Charlton01st February 2006
Hair loss prevention is one of those topics that tend to attract old wives tale-type treatment. While the only proven method to re-grow hair is the use of Propecia, the following tips may help you in your quest to prevent lossing it in the first place. Wh... Read >
Author: John Mancini
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