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Sourdough Starter Bread Nutrition
Many of us love to savor a slice of sourdough bread, relishing its chewy crust and tangy flavor, but baking with wild yeast and whole grains provides benefits that run deeper than taste.
The Effect of Green House Gases on the Environment
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recognized the effects of greenhouse gases on the environment, calling them a threat to public health and the environment. Through the ages, the environment has had a mechanism to handle carbon in the atmosphere by sequestering atmospheric carbon in plants. H
Who Is Eligible for HPV Vaccinations?
The human papillomavirus, or HPV, is commonly spread through genital/sexual contact. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), it is most prevalent in people in their late teens to early 20s. For those who are eligible, vaccination can reduce the risk of HPV-related cervical
Nutritional Meal Plan for Weightlifters
The goal of a weightlifter is to increase muscle and reduce the amount of fat in the body. Any nutritional meal plan that is adopted needs to embody a lifter's goal. That means proteins, carbohydrates and fats need to be artfully balanced in proportions that will help speed the process of muscle bui
Herbs for Urinary Health
The urinary system is one of the prime vehicles that the body uses to filter out and dispose of toxic substances. When the urinary system becomes unhealthy, a variety of conditions can manifest---from urinary tract infections to kidney stones. Fortunately, herbal medicine has been used for thousands
Pressure Points for Natural Self Healing
The application of pressure to various tender points in the body is an ancient Chinese and Japanese practice. Multiple pressure, or trigger, points are said to be connected to vital organs through channels of energy, or chi. You can use application of gentle pressures for different effects, such as
Home Boil Treatment
A boil is caused by bacteria under the skin. The bacteria cause an infection, which creates a pus-filled area underneath the skin. Eventually it will burst and the pus will drain. Sometimes a group or series of boils forms: this group is called a carbuncle. Although boils may be painful, usually th
Bidet FAQ
Bidets come in several different styles.Toilet bowl and bidet in a toilet image by terex from Fotolia.comThere are two basic types of bidets, free-standing units and seat varieties that simply attach to the toilet. These porcelain cleaning devices are intended to increase a user's ability...
Natural Cures for Armpit Rashes
Armpit rashes can be unsightly, uncomfortable and embarrassing. They can cause pain, odor and intense itching. Common causes of armpit rashes include fungal infections, excess moisture and heat. Even though these rashes can be caused by many different things, there are natural ways to cure them.
How to Clean the Crystalline Lens With Natural Herbs
Learning how to clean your crystalline lenses can make the difference between reliable eyesight and your eyes becoming shrouded with a layer of blinding mist. According to the Ted Montgomery website, which specializes in biology information, the crystalline lenses, which are located behind the iris,
How to Change a Smooth Treadmill Belt
A treadmill is a great exercise machine to help increase your cardiovascular endurance. Over time, the treadmill belt may become worn, frayed or curl up at the edges and need to be replaced. Some treadmill belts are smooth and can be replaced with a belt that provides more traction, as long as the b
Adverse Effects of High Sodium Intake
Sodium has positive benefits for the body as well as plenty of negative ones. Because lots of people like the taste of salt, they may find themselves adding salt to food that is already salty. And because there is already salt in so many foods, adding more can cause you to get too much sodium in y
Oxy Powder Directions
Oxy-Clean is a health product touted by its manufacturer as a natural way to cleanse the colon of toxins and relieve bloating, constipation and gas. Although most medical professionals advise that colon cleansing is unnecessary and potentially harmful, those in alternative medicine communities still
List of Halogenated Hazardous Waste Compounds
A hazardous waste material is any chemical compound that can cause health issues including injury, illness, disability or even death when a person is exposed to such a compound. Halogenated compounds are non-metal compounds. Therefore, a halogenated hazardous waste compound is any...
How to Change Body PH
The abbreviation "pH" comes to us from German--the H stands for hydrogen, and the p is for "potenz," which translates as potency or power. In any case, it is well understood what pH measures the acidity or alkalinity of a given substance. Lemon juice, a very acidic substance, ranks about a 2 on the
Health Safety & Nutrition for Young Children
Parents must manage a child's health and development using dependable resources, adapting to dietary changes and learning what causes behavioral patterns.
Prevention of Zoonotic Diseases
Zoonotic diseases are those that can be transmitted from animals to humans, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Although most humans come into contact with animals from time to time, the issue of zoonotic diseases is of special concern to people who spend much of their
How to Make Low-Carbohydrate Meat Loaf
Obesity is a fast-growing disease that is plaguing U.S. society. A low-carbohydrate diet with weight-loss and be healthy without making extreme changes in your diet. Carbohydrates produce insulin, which, in turn, is responsible for making your body feel hungry. Low-carbohydrate food reduces the feel
Natural Diabetic Cures
When you digest food, it is broken down into glucose and absorbed into your bloodstream, where it triggers the pancreas to release insulin. Insulin helps carry glucose to your cells, where it is used as fuel for energy. If you have Type 1 diabetes, the pancreas does not produce insulin at all, and
Nutrition Facts Egg Whites
Eggs have always been an excellent source of nutrition. However, people have become more concerned with calories, fat and cholesterol over the past couple of decades. As a result, many people focus on eating primarily egg whites rather than egg yolks, which is where most of the undesirable food con