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Do you take dietary supplements on a regular basis? If so, you are not alone since more than half of the American population takes supplements to improve their health.

After all, the American public spends billions and billions of dollars each year on a wide array of pills and powders.

Unfortunately, many of these supplements are sold with deceptive advertising. Even worse, many of these supplements are eventually pulled from the market because of health issues.

Thus, here are 4 dangerous myths about supplements:

1. They don’t have side effects: Look, just because the supplement companies market their products as natural does NOT mean there are 100% safe. In fact, there are many “natural” substances that are lethal. Also, remember that a lot of supplements are super concentrated concoctions of different ingredients. Thus, at this level, the naturalness tends to fade.

2. They are backed by valid studies: Most of the sexy charts and graphs you see on the labels and advertisements are made up. You see, the bulk of the data is performed by biased entities that are directly related to the supplement companies themselves.  Read more...

We are living in a society where physical appearance plays a big role in the over-all worth of a person. Having great skin is one thing that can make an individual beautiful or pleasing to the eyes. Flawless skin is hard to achieve these days for there are tons of skin problems individuals struggle with. Having stretch marks is one of them. It is present on a lot of women, young and old.

Despite not being a medical threat, it is an ugly and unsightly skin condition that truly affects a person’s confidence. Most especially when it comes to looking good. Fortunately, there are stretch mark creams which are inexpensive and painless solutions for those frustrating hard to get rid of striae.

So how does a simple application of cream help in getting back a smooth and pleasant looking skin? Actually, stretch mark creams aids in various ways according to a person’s specific needs as well as the condition of their striae condition. Here are some examples:

Exfoliating Creams – This kind is for newly developed marks as it will gently exfoliate the skin so the appearance of lines will be lessened even in just a few weeks’ time.  Read more...

Stretch marks are one of the biggest skin problems plaguing men and women today. We have to admit: they are not nice to look at and they also suggest that one who has them is not really healthy at all.

Stretch mark is a sign that the individual’s dermis is not strong enough to support itself when it stretches and tears. But this does not mean that you are an unhealthy person. Millions of healthy people have them on various parts of their body. The question is “Is there a way to get rid of stretch marks?”

The Answer

If you don’t want to live with stretch marks for the rest of your life, it’s time to do something about it. There are many ways to get rid of them. Stretch marks occur in various areas of the body like on the chest, the stomach area and around the waist, thighs; just about anywhere that fatty acids can collect and cause the skin to stretch faster than the dermis can react.  Read more...

What are the ways to grow hair naturally? There seems to be many remedies out there, from using eggs on your hair to applying honey on your tresses! In this article I will show you how to grow hair using natural remedies that have a proven n track record to work.We will divide the remedies into two, internal remedies and external.

A healthy immune system is essential for hair growth. The immune system is responsible for cell growth which includes hair. A healthy immune system produces longer stronger hair.

-Get a minimum of eight hours of sleep every day. Additionally take naps throughout the day if you can.

-Exercise for 30 minutes 3 times a week. Cardio exercise is best.

-Drink a mixture of unpasteurized goat milk and walnuts. It will boost the immune system and revive your hair follicles.

- Dandelion tea is great for boosting an immune system. Dandelion-the common weed is a very powerful antioxidant and will help you grow healthy mane.

-Add 500 mg of Biotin to your daily regimen.

- Vitamin B and C are important vitamins when it comes to growing hair.  Read more...

There must be good reasons for using a natural skin care cream, everyone seems to be doing so now, but what are they? And what exactly is “natural” anyway?

Lets consider that last question. What is natural skin care? Sadly although there are many many products on the skin care market that are labeled as natural there is no formal definition of what it is.

What is the difference between a natural skin care product, a botanical skin care product, an organic skin care product and a herbal skin care product? Is there any difference?

But whilst there is no single one definition of what natural means in this context that doesn’t mean that it is meaningless. It just means that there isn’t a single definition.

So I tend to use my own definition when asked this question. But to formulate your own definition I need to first consider why people would want to use a natural skin care product. Why would they buy these over “ordinary” mainstream skin care products?

There’s a simple answer. Most of the big name skin care products that you see on the shelves have one or more, often many, synthetic chemicals that some scientist somewhere has found performs a function. Some of them are found no where in nature.  Read more...

As an answer to a growing obesity problem, especially in developed countries, weight loss industry and companies are offering various weight loss products, including prescription appetite suppressants. Of course, healthy lifestyle is an answer and solution to this problem but often it had gone too far and other measures have to be taken. Another reason why this problem is getting so much attention is its cost. It’s costing a fortune to individual households and to governments which are funding their medical care as well. Bellow you’ll get more information about prescription drugs and why it’s risky to take them if you don’t have to.

Let’s look at the availability of prescription weight loss drugs at first. As the name states, these are for prescription only. Only doctor can prescribe these pills so you shouldn’t be able to buy them online, supermarket or in pharmacy without one. Even if you can (which is illegal) – don’t. Health risks of these products are quite significant and unless you don’t have to, better stay away from them. Typical consumer of prescription drugs are individuals with BMI of 30 and above.  Read more...

Weight training is not just about looking good. There are far greater reasons for lifting weights that go well beyond the realm of outer appearances.

In fact, I believe that weight lifting is actually healthier for the human body than cardiovascular exercise.

Here is why I have this belief:

1. Less smoking: Interestingly, people who exercise regularly are less likely to smoke. Perhaps the time invested in exercise motivates people to not smoke. Or perhaps the limiting effects on smoking on the physical capabilities of the body is the main reason.

2. Less insulin output: With weight lifting, your body needs less and less insulin to get carbohydrates into your muscles. This translates into lower levels of blood sugar and reduced risk for diabetes. And recall that diabetes is currently plaguing our country.

3. Healthier dietary patterns: Just like smoking, people who exercise as part of their routines are less likely to eat unhealthy. Again, unhealthy eating wouldn’t allow for the maximum benefit from exercise and it could decrease adherence motivation.

4. Better weight control: Your metabolism dictates how many calories you burn even while you sleep. Thus, increasing your metabolism is the best way to lose weight. And the best way to increase your metabolism is with lifting weights.  Read more...

Smokey eye has been a trend of makeup for quite some time, but it is still in fashion. The magic of smokey eyes is the power to transform you immediately from whatever into stylish and mysterious. Many people are not conformable with the smokey eye look for themselves as they do not know how to apply such makeup properly. Once you have put it on, you are going to love it more and more.

One of the well known key to beautiful smokey eye look is the skill for blending the different color eye shadow. This is definitely true. But to have a matte look or the original smokey eye look, you may wish to choose the matte eye shadow instead of the shimmer one.

Three eye shadows with similar colors are the basic tools for your smokey eyes. The three eye shadows are acting the highlight, mid-tone and contour functions. Highlight is for highlight purpose and usually people will choose a shimmer one. Mid-tone is the main color of the smokey eye and usually it is black or grey and matte. You can choose either shimmer or matte ones depending on the look you want. For the very originally one, matte one is suggested.  Read more...

We all know that jewelry can come in various shapes, types, and forms. No exception to this rule: Beautiful Heart Jewelry. Gemstones are a welcome addition to many jewelry designs, but do you know all the various types of gemstones that can be utilized? In this short, brief article we will be focusing on the different types of gemstones that are most often used in the production of fine jewelry.

Amber is an ancient organic gemstone. Many people think it is a “stone”, but it is not. It is composed of tree resin that has hardened over the years. In fact, in order for the stone to be classified as amber, it has to be at least 1,000,000 years old. Some amber can be up to 120,000,000 years old.

Amethyst is the most prized gemstone in the quartz family, and this has been the case for many years. It is prized for its “purple hue”, which can range from light to dark.

Emeralds are known for their fine green to bluish green color. Some historians believe that the Ancient Egyptians mined emeralds as far back as 3500 B.C.  Read more...

How do I whiten my teeth? If this question is constantly on your mind, don’t despair because you can whiten your teeth easily! There are lots of whitening products on the market today that are inexpensive, user friendly, and very effective.

If your teeth are discolored, you are probably extremely embarrassed. Well you can stop worrying because the problem can be easily solved. You can make your teeth white with a variety of home kits. And it won’t cost much money.

Until recently teeth whitening had to be done by a dentist. Luckily, today there are several ways of doing it yourself. The key is finding the right product that will remove any stains, whiten your teeth, and leave you with a sparkling smile.

Start by trying out a whitening gel. These can be purchased over-the-counter from your pharmacy. Whitening gels contain an ingredient called hydrogen peroxide. The gel is brushed onto your teeth. A chemical reaction involving oxygen and the peroxide will gently remove stains and other discolorations.

Make sure you follow the directions properly. You may have to try a couple of gels before you find one that’s best for you. Some are easier to apply, because the size of the applicators can vary. But there’s no doubt, a whitening gel is the best method to try first.  Read more...