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  • Alcohol - A Health Malefactor  By : Adolph K. Reekie
    Many people consider alcohol as a social drink because its associated with parties, relaxation and adventures. Since the dawn of civilization, mankind has been aware of the benefits and harms of alcohol. Today, for some alcohol is part of an everyday complete meal. Because evidence has proven alcohol a health benefactor when consumed moderately, some people tend to consume more than their body needs, which turns it into an insidious substance. While the health benefits of alcohol are being promo
  • Discover A 'new' Super Food That's Over 3 Billion Years Old  By : Adam Christopher
    There's a 'new' super food gaining popularity again that is over 3 billion years old. It does not get a lot of mention in the news these days as some of the other super foods like blueberries or the acai berry but it is one of the most nutrient dense foods available. It is one of the richest sources of vitamins, mineral and amino acids.

    Here's some of its many health benefits:

    * Strengthen the power of the immune system to fight disease
    * Maintain healthy levels of cho...
  • Experience Aromatherapy  By : Jonathon Hardcastle
    Commonly associated with complementary and alternative medicine, aromatherapy-a word originally introduced in 1928 by a French chemist, René-Maurice Gattefossé, to describe the therapeutic action of the plants' aroma-is generally used today to boost a person's physiological or psychological state. Since the ancient Chinese civilization, as far back as 4,500BC, the Greek alchemists and the Egyptians practitioners, some centuries later, or contemporary aromatherapy fans, essent...
  • Gay Drug Addiction  By : Adolph K. Reekie
    Gay drug addiction or alcohol addiction problems?
  • Gay Men at Increased Risk for Drug Addiction and Alcoholism  By : Adolph K. Reekie
    Gay Men Appear at a Greater Risk for Drug Addiction and Alcoholism According to research, it appears that gay men and women are at a greater risk of developing drug addiction or alcohol addiction than heterosexuals. Homosexuality is associated with issues such as internalized homophobia, shame, prejudice, discrimination, all fertile ground for the development of drug addiction or alcoholism. Different than most populations, all of the issues mentioned above, seem to be fostered within the family
  • Marijuana Addiction Remembered  By : Adolph K. Reekie
    Every word you are now reading about marijuana addiction is 100% true. I will tell you now that I am certainly no Shakespeare, but this is my marijuana addiction story.
  • Milk Thistle - Soothing Mediterranean Herb That Cures  By : Carol Gomes
    What is Milk Thistle

    Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) is used particularly for liver problems and other ailments. It is a popular herb and has been used since the Greek-Roman times.

    Milk thistle is native to the Mediterranean, but is now widespread throughout the world usually in dry, sunny areas. Milk Thistle is commonly known as St. Marys thistle, Holy thistle. It is sometimes also called as silymarin, which is actually the herb's active component.

    Benefits of Milk ...
  • Nurse's Guide - Getting Help For A Pain Killer Addiction  By : Adolph K. Reekie
    If you're physically dependent on a drug the sudden stopping of the drug may result in serious consequences. The treatment options for pain killer addiction include: medications, such as methadone and LAAM (levo-alpha-acetyl-methadol), and behavioral counseling; usually, the patient is medically detoxified before any treatment approach is begun. There are quite a few effective treatment options to treat pain killer addiction to prescription opioids and to help manage the sometimes severe withdra
  • Pain Pill Addiction - 3 Steps To Quitting  By : Adolph K. Reekie
    Not 3 easy steps of course, because there is little easy about an addiction to opiate type narcotic pain pills; but people do quit every day, and although it's tough, it's very possible. With a bit of courage, some support and a lot of determination, you too can get off those pain pills that drag you down, and get on with a happier and healthier life.
  • What's So Special About Amanita Muscaria Mushrooms?  By : Adolph K. Reekie
    The amanita muscaria mushroom, also known as fly agaric, has been referred to as a sacred hallucinogenic mushroom. It also may be very dangerously toxic.
  • Why Patients Who Are Dependent On Prescription Pain Killers Should Consider At Home Recovery  By : Adolph K. Reekie
    This article is intended for patients battling dependence on pain killers
    Why patients who are dependent on prescription pain killers should consider at home recovery as an alternative to drug rehabs.

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