Papaver rhoeus L., known as corn or field poppy, is an annual herb native to Europe and Asia. Extracts of the plant are used in medicine and beverages. Also known as opium poppy, the species is cultivated extensively in many countries, including Iran, Turkey, Holland, Poland, Yugoslavia, India, Canada, and many Asian and Central and South American countries. The poppy…
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Fibromyalgia The Mysterious Condition
Fibromyalgia is also know as “chronic fatigue syndrome”. CFS is also called “Epstein-Barr Syndrome”. Although fibromyalgia and Epstein-Barr have since been diagnosed and recognized as two different illnesses, the CFS name is still attached to both. We will cover fibromyalgia in this article and leave Epstein-Barr for another. Signs and symptoms of fibromyalgia can include wide-spread body aches, sensitivity and…
5 Tips On Looking After Newborn Babies
Caring for your baby is certainly one of the most important things you need to consider once you became a new parent. There are many things you need to take into account in order to make sure that your baby gets all the attention. 1. Make sure that you feed your baby right. Deciding on whether you should breastfeed or…
Avoid Sickness In Paradise Prevent Jet Lag
One of the worst parts of air travel is handling jet lag. Jet lag is basically your body’s inability to adjust to the destination’s time as it passes through multiple time zones. For the inexperienced traveler (and some experienced ones) it can put a cramp in your business or holiday plans especially if your trip is only a few days.…
Put Snoring To Rest
Almost everyone can tell at least one joke about people who snore. But snoring’s no laughing matter. According to The American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, severe snoring not only interrupts sleep, it can cause serious, long-term health problems, including obstructive sleep apnea. For chronic snorers, the good news is that they’re not alone. AAO-HNS says 45…
What You Need To Know About Innerspring Futon Mattress
Discover More Information about Inner-Spring Futons Before Buying Futon mattresses with springs are becoming more and more popular these days. Although, they’re mostly used in Japanese beds, American markets have caught-up with this type of mattress and now offer innerspring futons to US consumers. Although memory foam mattress, latex or air mattresses are more popular, because they provide much more…
Asleep At The Wheel
The drowsy driver has become more of a hazard as commutes become longer and more frequent. In fact, the term is now being used to identify a problem that has killed over 300 people in California alone since 2002. As we evolve into a 24 hour a day society and more workers join the long commute, the number of accidents…
Some Tips On Overcoming Anxiety
In the United States alone, millions of people are recorded to have been suffering from anxiety disorders every year. This only proves that anxiety is one of the most common psychological illnesses today; actually even more prevalent than depression. Anxiety disorders come in a number of forms. These include fear, phobia, extreme nervousness, and pathological anxieties. What is really alarming…
Honesty The First Step To Happiness
Honesty is the first and most basic step to being happiy and healthy. It is not a surprise that it is teh first step in the 12-steps as well. The 12-steps are not just for addicts or people who believe in God. As a clinician I have developed an appreciation for how simply enacting the spiritual principles of the 12-Steps…
6 Great Habits To Improve Your Children S Immunity
It is normal for your little kids to get fever, cough, or cold once in a while. However, don’t let the virus and bacteria disrupt their development. Therefore, boost your kids’ immune system by doing these smart habits: 1. Breastfeeding There’s no doubt that breast milk provides the best and complete nutrition for babies ever since they were born. The…