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		<title>Are hair loss treatments just one big scam?</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2012 17:47:16 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Hair Loss]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[The hair loss industry is not one that inspires great confidence in most people. I have to admit this is perfectly understandable given the damage caused by the many rogues and charlatans who have abused the trust of far too many vulnerable people &#8211; people who have received worthless and even dangerous products or advice [...]<p><a href="http://newpsych.org/are-hair-loss-treatments-just-one-big-scam/">Are hair loss treatments just one big scam?</a> is a post from: <a href="http://newpsych.org">New Psych Health News</a></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The hair loss industry is not one that inspires great confidence in most people. I have to admit this is perfectly understandable given the damage caused by the many rogues and charlatans who have abused the trust of far too many vulnerable people &#8211; people who have received worthless and even dangerous products or advice in exchange for their hard earned cash. The end result is the prevalance of a stigma that the industry is hard pressed to shake off.</p>
<p>But is this perception really justified nowadays? Are there no genuine treatments that sufferers can turn to in a bid to treat the ravages of premature hair loss? The simple answer is YES, there are several safe, affordable, accessible and effective hair loss treatments currently available. Some have even been approved by FDA for the treatment of hair loss conditions while others draw on natural remedies as the basis for commercially available products. Whether or not any of them are suitable for a given individual depends on a number of important factors.</p>
<p>First and foremost, every individual must determine the exact cause or causes of his or her hair loss. This may appear to be an over-simplistic statement but the truth is, most people undergoing a course of treatment for hair loss have proceeded on the basis of self-diagnosis. Given the fact that premature or excessive hair loss is often associated with underlying medical conditions, this is perhaps not the most sensible course of action.</p>
<p>My advice in all cases is to seek the guidance of a qualified medical practitioner because the consequences of not doing so may be serious in a small number of cases. Even where all the evidence points to the onset of hereditary male pattern baldness it would probably be best to seek advice, if only to rule out other factors.</p>
<p>Once the cause of hair loss has been properly diagnosed you will be in a position to choose a suitable form of treatment. This may range from the prescription of drugs aimed at balancing disrupted hormone levels to the topical application of minoxidil to reduce the symptoms of male pattern baldness.<span id="more-387"></span></p>
<p>Hair loss may be caused by many factors including changing hormone levels, illness, stress, overuse of strong chemicals, excessive traction, poor grooming practices, side effects of medical treatment, poor nutrition, weak immune system and the effects of aging. The good news is, all of these can be tackled with reasonable hope of success but only if you choose the right treatment.</p>
<p>The next article in this series will look closely at the various causes of excessive hair loss and outline suggested treatments that are both affordable and accessible. If you take only two things from this article, please take these suggestions on board:</p>
<p>1. Always seek the advice of your physician before undergoing a hair loss treatment regime.</p>
<p>2. Don&#8217;t despair, there&#8217;s often a simple explanation for excessive hair loss and even hereditary loss or male pattern-type baldness can be treated successfully for most people nowadays.</p>
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		<title>Best Home Elliptical Machine – Simple Steps Before You Buy</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 19 Feb 2012 19:14:10 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[What is the best home elliptical machine? That is a question many first-time home exercise equipment buyers ask. Some things are really important to take into consideration: this includes price, quality, and the size you have dedicated to machine. Price: Prior to purchasing an elliptical trainer you should have an ideal amount of money you [...]<p><a href="http://newpsych.org/best-home-elliptical-machine-simple-steps-before-you-buy/">Best Home Elliptical Machine &#8211; Simple Steps Before You Buy</a> is a post from: <a href="http://newpsych.org">New Psych Health News</a></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What is the best home elliptical machine? That is a question many first-time home exercise equipment buyers ask. Some things are really important to take into consideration: this includes price, quality, and the size you have dedicated to machine.</p>
<p>Price:</p>
<p>Prior to purchasing an elliptical trainer you should have an ideal amount of money you are looking to spend. By having a predetermined budget you&#8217;re unlikely to spend more than what you can afford to and get the best elliptical trainer for your home. This will also help as many online retailers allow you to select items by price range. You have to understand oftentimes you get what you pay for, so you should be careful as to not buy too cheap of a machine.<br />
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Quality:</p>
<p>A quality of your elliptical machine is also vitally important. You need to make sure that you take this into account prior to purchasing your elliptical machine. Too many newer users do not research properly purchase a low-end elliptical machine only to find it breaks after a short period of time(usually just after the warranty period). Then, they must go out and purchase a more expensive, higher quality machine costing them more than if they bought a higher quality one to begin with since they had to make two purchases.</p>
<p>Size Of Machine:</p>
<p>Most elliptical trainers are all similar in size, this sometimes poses a challenge for people looking to use an elliptical trainer, but are limited in the space they have to dedicated to it. Before you purchase a machine online visit a physical local store and measure the machine you&#8217;re thinking about buying to make sure fits into your space. Many online stores will have measurements of each machine but they&#8217;re not always accurate.</p>
<p>In conclusion if you follow these few simple principles should successfully buy the best elliptical machine to use in your home.</p>
<p><a href="http://newpsych.org/best-home-elliptical-machine-simple-steps-before-you-buy/">Best Home Elliptical Machine &#8211; Simple Steps Before You Buy</a> is a post from: <a href="http://newpsych.org">New Psych Health News</a></p>
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		<title>8 Tips To Consider When Buying A Treadmill or elliptical</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Feb 2012 06:40:38 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[1. Stay away from orthopedic belts. We don&#8217;t recommend them because 1) a good pair of running shoes provide more cushioning 2) they hold in heat which shortens belt life, motor life, and electronics life 3) the increased weight of the belt shortens bearing life in the rollers. 2. Do your research and get several [...]<p><a href="http://newpsych.org/8-tips-to-consider-when-buying-a-treadmill-or-elliptical/">8 Tips To Consider When Buying A Treadmill or elliptical</a> is a post from: <a href="http://newpsych.org">New Psych Health News</a></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>1. Stay away from orthopedic belts. We don&#8217;t recommend them because 1) a good pair of running shoes provide more cushioning 2) they hold in heat which shortens belt life, motor life, and electronics life 3) the increased weight of the belt shortens bearing life in the rollers.</p>
<p>2. Do your research and get several price quotes from several different stores. Typically, the more you deal with the various companies, the better deals they will come up with such as discounts, free product, financing specials, etc.</p>
<p>3. Tread carefully when buying over the Internet. Some companies, like Landice and True, will void your warranty if bought over the Internet and some have restrictions on delivery distances from an authorized dealer. If in doubt, call or email the factory. Another issue related to Internet buying is delivery. Many of us in the business know how difficult it is to ship a single treadmill or elliptical without having it damaged so deal with a company that has been doing it a long time and has already learned how to do it. Another issue to keep in mind is what you are going to do if you dont like the machine. Most companies accept returns but the cost to ship the treadmill back to the factory can easily cost hundreds of dollars so it is quite an expensive trial test if the machine is returned. Also curbside delivery literally means what it saysthe trucking company will sit it on the curb and its your problem to get it into the house, so either pay for inside delivery or have help ready. Another issue is servicesome internet companies have good service networks and others dont but remember that you probably wont get the type of personalized service you should expect from a local dealer.</p>
<p>4. Do take care of your treadmills. Whether they require quite a bit or little maintenance, keeping the treadmill or elliptical clean and the walking belt lubricated on the treadmill can be the difference between having a great treadmill or a money pit. Refer to our Treadmill or Elliptical Care Pamphlet for maintenance instructions.</p>
<p>5. If you are considering used machines, really do you homework, and then do it again. We do rebuilding jobs for local health clubs all the time and do this work occasionally for people who are buying health club models for the home but to do it right costs quite a bit and if someone is telling you they have a used or rebuilt at an amazing price, you typically aren&#8217;t getting the entire story.</p>
<p>6. Since buying a treadmill is a huge investment for most people, choose your dealer and factory carefully. As with any product, a brand new company may not be around in a few years, parts can be very specific to machines and spares may not be available if the factory isnt around. A dealer for a reputation for high quality and personalized service is necessary for some people. Other people feel confident in servicing their own equipment, so figure out which one you are and buy accordingly. If you know one end of a wrench from the other, you might want to save a few dollars with an Internet purchase. Others may need to pay for the full-service price you should get from a local dealer but if you pay the higher price, demand the higher service level.</p>
<p>7. Treadmills and ellipticals are different than many other home appliances. Remember, we rate a treadmill average if it has a breakdown only once every 5 yearsthats average! Extended warranties can make sense if the manufacturer has a short warranty and if you get it from a reputable extended warranty company. Remember the dealer is typically not the warranty provider and many have gone out of business over the years and others are hard to deal with. For instance, UTS (Icons warranty company) is the best we have ever dealt with. If you get an Icon machine, buy the UTS warrantyit will be well worth it. UTSs number is 800-677-3838. Also, Sears has a good extended warranty program and it typically pays for itself if you use the machine. On the other hand, we have had problems with the company called N.E.W. and many others have gone out of business so do your research on your warranty company if you have never heard of them.<span id="more-382"></span></p>
<p>8. A great final tip is if you want to save a bit of money. Due to the influence of Asian parts, the lower end treadmills and ellipticals are getting better and better while the price is holding the line and the ones being made today in the $800 range are much better than the $800 machines made 10 years ago. If you need to save a few bucks and your doctor says it is OK, use a few degrees of incline always when you use your machine. If the machine is well maintained and if you use a bit of incline (on the treadmill), you can get by with a bit less of a machine than you might otherwise need. The incline allows gravity to take over quite a bit of the workload from the drive system. A treadmill used with just a slight incline will last much longer than a comparably cared for treadmill that is used at a flat level.</p>
<p><a href="http://newpsych.org/8-tips-to-consider-when-buying-a-treadmill-or-elliptical/">8 Tips To Consider When Buying A Treadmill or elliptical</a> is a post from: <a href="http://newpsych.org">New Psych Health News</a></p>
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		<title>Breast Cancer: What Women Should Know</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 15 Feb 2012 05:52:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[From relative obscurity, breast cancer has become one of the leading causes of deaths among women in the world. In 2001, about 200,000 cases of breast cancer have been reported in the United States, making it the second leading cause of cancer death in the US. It is, in fact, the most common malignancy problem [...]<p><a href="http://newpsych.org/breast-cancer-what-women-should-know/">Breast Cancer: What Women Should Know</a> is a post from: <a href="http://newpsych.org">New Psych Health News</a></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>From relative obscurity, breast cancer has become one of the leading causes of deaths among women in the world. In 2001, about 200,000 cases of breast cancer have been reported in the United States, making it the second leading cause of cancer death in the US. It is, in fact, the most common malignancy problem that is affecting women in North America and Europe today.</p>
<p>But what is breast cancer and how do people get it?</p>
<p>Breast cancer occurs when malignant tumors in the breast grow and start to affect other tissues in the body. There is still no clear indications how tumors are created but what is often observed is that cancerous cells usually comes from ducts or glands.</p>
<p>Although womens health organizations advise women to massage the breast daily and to feel for any lumps, it may a long time before a cancerous cell get big enough for us to feel it. By that time, it may already be too late. Doctors make use of mammograms for their diagnosis.</p>
<p>Breast at risk</p>
<p>All women are actually at risk, with the risk increasing with the presence of some risk factors that are already part of the natural cycle, for example, aging. Family history of breast cancer can also significantly affect the prognosis as heredity has been found to play a role. Women who got their periods before they were 12 years old and those who never had or had children after 30 years old are also more likely to develop breast cancer.</p>
<p>There are also risk factors that medical science can help alter such as hormonal problems through replacement therapies. Women are also advised to decrease their consumption of alcoholic drinks, exercise every day and decrease the use of birth control pills. Breastfeeding has been found to decrease the risk of breast cancer development.</p>
<p>Although there are some factors that women can avoid to prevent breast cancer from developing, cause and effect relationships between these factors and breast cancer is still debatable. For women who are already at high risk, doctors often recommend a drug called Tamoxifen, which is known to decrease the risk by as much 50 percent when taken in five years. Still, like all medications, Tamoxifen has side effects such as hot flushes, vaginal discharges and sometimes even blood clots. Taking the drug can also lead to pulmonary emobolus, stroke and uterine cancer, although these are all isolated cases.<br />
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Another avenue that women can go to is Vitamin A, which some studies show to be effective in decreasing the risk. Still, research is still in the initial stages and nothing has been proven yet. Other things that are being linked to the breast cancer fight are phytoestrogens, which can be found in soya, Vitamin E, and Vitamin C.</p>
<p>But until something concrete is found in research, the only thing that women can do to ensure that they are safe from breast cancer is early detection. This can be done through daily self-examinations as well as annual check ups and mammogram tests. It is also important that women know the beginnings of breast cancer. Here are some of the signs that they should watch out for.</p>
<p>Lumps in the breast and in the underarms<br />
Scaling of the skin of the breast and of the nipple<br />
Redness in the skin of the breast and of the nipple<br />
Changes in the size of their breasts<br />
Discharges from the nipple</p>
<p>If these signs are observed, it is best to consult a specialist so that you can know whether you have breast cancer or not.</p>
<p><a href="http://newpsych.org/breast-cancer-what-women-should-know/">Breast Cancer: What Women Should Know</a> is a post from: <a href="http://newpsych.org">New Psych Health News</a></p>
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		<title>Are The Foods We Eat, Always Safe?</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2012 21:04:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Reference Webster&#8217;s New World College Dictionary: Food: 1. any substance taken into and assimilated by a plant or animal to keep it alive and enable it to grow and repair tissue; nourishment; nutriment. 2. Anything that nourishes or stimulates; whatever helps something to keep active, grow, etc. But does it enable to grow and repair [...]<p><a href="http://newpsych.org/are-the-foods-we-eat-always-safe/">Are The Foods We Eat, Always Safe?</a> is a post from: <a href="http://newpsych.org">New Psych Health News</a></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Reference Webster&#8217;s New World College Dictionary:<br />
Food: 1. any substance taken into and assimilated by a plant or animal to keep it alive and enable it to grow and repair tissue; nourishment; nutriment.<br />
2. Anything that nourishes or stimulates; whatever helps something to keep active, grow, etc.</p>
<p>But does it enable to grow and repair tissue, or give proper nourishment and stimulants to our mind and body? There was a time when this question could be answered with an astounding yes. But this certainly isn&#8217;t true anymore!</p>
<p>As a good example, in 1880 it was evident in the general population, that there were around 2.8 cases per 100,000 people who were diabetics. Then this rose to around 29.7 cases per 100,000 people in 1949. But then, in that same year, 1949, the manor in which they started keeping statistics was changed, to where the 29.7 cases were now 16.4 cases per 100,000 people. The consequence coming out of this change was to obscure what was actually the incredible rise in diabetic cases over this same period. Of course during that time period there was no distinction between Type I, and Type II diabetes it was known simply as diabetes.</p>
<p>Today, Type II diabetes alone has affected around 10 to 20% of the population; this is up from a low 0.0028% in the 1880&#8242;s. The cause for this seems to be connected directly to the reengineering of our once natural food supply. It appears that certain essential nutrients have been removed from our foods for the sole purpose of extending its shelf life. But the problem grew even more intensive and dangerous. If we look to the same 100 year period, as we see the diabetes epidemic increase, we must also take note to what occurred within the food industry. As we do this, we have to notice the many coincidences that exist between the almost complete corruption of our food supply and our massive disease epidemic.</p>
<p>As one looks back on the efforts being made to substitute artificial food as the real thing, we will find that it goes back to the time of Napoleon. It has always been the enormous profits as being the motivation factor that is possible with artificial food. It was a Frenchman named Hippolyte Mege-Mouries that invented what is now known as Margarine. He did this in order to win a contest that was sponsored by Napoleon III for the invention of a palatable table fat. We patented his invention in England in 1869. Based on today&#8217;s standards, this Margarine was barely edible. It wasn&#8217;t until 1874 when Margarine was first introduced to us in America. It wasn&#8217;t too palatable, for it consisted of such things as Hog Fat, Gelatin, Fat, Bleach, Mashed Potatoes, Gypsum and Casein.</p>
<p>It was in 1899 when David Wesson established a vacuum and high temperature process for deodorizing cottonseed oil. It was the next year when he marketed &#8220;Wesson&#8221; oil. It took him over ten years to fully develop his hydrogenation process. Then in 1903, William Norman patented the hydrogenation process. This process was used to prevent unsaturated fatty acids from becoming rancid, by turning them into saturated fats.</p>
<p>It was then around 1911 that the artificial fat business actually began to take off. These artificial fats did not spoil and turn rancid as un-refrigerated natural products do. It was also this same year that Crisco came upon the food scene. Even the Jewish community accepted Crisco, because it was considered to be &#8220;Kosher&#8221;.</p>
<p>But, it wasn&#8217;t until the time of WWII that Margarine finally became popular in America, even though it was taking up around 40% of the market, since the 1920&#8242;s. Formerly prior to WWII, there had been restrictive laws against Margarine which were repealed, and then Margarine became the dietary staple, as was motherhood and apple pie. And soon after this, it was followed by Crisco and artificial lard. It was also during this same period that refined oils made great inroads into the market place and became attractive to the consumer. It was these refined oils that actually made the manufacturer look great to the housewives of that time. It seems that no one ever noticed that even the insects would not eat of these oils, when any was spilled.</p>
<p>But by this time, it was very evident that these artificial oils and other product were here to stay. No one ever seemed to take note, or gave any thought to the long term consequences on the health of the nation that came with these cheap artificial foods. The whole period that started in the 1930s up until the present, was increasingly proliferated by a market driven science, one that was out to change consumer food habits. The complete idea was to wean the consumers away from the animal fat and cold pressed vegetable fat and seeds that had worked and was healthy for generations, and entice them to the new refined oils. Saturated fat was declared to be bad by salespeople posing as scientists, and as well, by the real scientists that were prostituting their trade.<br />
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The American Eskimo, whose diet formally consisted of about 60% animal fat, remained healthy without any signs of diabetes for several generations. But, after they became wealthy from their pipeline revenue, they adopted the typical American diet of artificial foods. Then within one generation, they had degenerated health wise, to the same health status that was then considered normal in America.</p>
<p>As scientific studies increased, several misleading studies came out regarding artificial fats, and the oil companies asserted the value of &#8220;polyunsaturated&#8221; or &#8220;monounsaturated&#8221; oils to ones health. There is no law that says they must tell you the truth, that these are really &#8220;transfats&#8221;; so they will not tell you, that a &#8220;polyunsaturated transfat&#8221; and a &#8220;monounsaturated&#8221; transfat, are poisonous. A polyunsaturated Cis, or natural fat, is a desirable and necessary part of a healthy diet. So now you know!</p>
<p>So, due to all of this, it becomes more evident that the health trend will continue to worsen, and more and more people will continue on the path of becoming Type II diabetics. That is, without some kind of dietary change, such as the living food program.</p>
<p><a href="http://newpsych.org/are-the-foods-we-eat-always-safe/">Are The Foods We Eat, Always Safe?</a> is a post from: <a href="http://newpsych.org">New Psych Health News</a></p>
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		<description><![CDATA[Up until recently, there were four choices for persons with Depression. These were: 1. Do nothing, suffer and hope it&#8217;ll get better with time. This is the sad choice of many, and it doesn&#8217;t work. They most often get worse. 2. Put them on one of the huge advertised array of drugs, and then put [...]<p><a href="http://newpsych.org/affordable-non-drug-solution-to-depression/">Affordable Non-Drug solution to Depression</a> is a post from: <a href="http://newpsych.org">New Psych Health News</a></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Up until recently, there were four choices for persons with Depression. These were:</p>
<p>1. Do nothing, suffer and hope it&#8217;ll get better with time. This is the sad choice of many, and it doesn&#8217;t work. They most often get worse.</p>
<p>2. Put them on one of the huge advertised array of drugs, and then put them on other drugs hoping to solve the side effects as they show up. This is known as the drug side effect chain. (My ex-wife once ended up taking six different drugs in this way, and the end effect was that she got worse instead of better &#8211; a not uncommon result)</p>
<p>3. Pay exorbitant amounts of money for EEG Biofeedback (Neurofeedback) training. This has been the best solution up to now. The overall success rate (with good and bad clinicians) is considered to be about 85%. But, the cost of 60 (recommended) half hour sessions with a &#8220;professional&#8221; at $4500 to over $10,000 is above the ability of most mid and low income families.</p>
<p>4. Try various allergy clinics to try to find the allergy/sensitivity responsible, and also do all the various tests for mineral toxicity (mercury, copper, arsenic, cadmium, etc. This is also pretty expensive, with the very best system (End Point Titration) costing upwards of $10,000. (For more info on EPT, see www.Alternate-Health.com/allergy.html).</p>
<p>Now, there&#8217;s another choice. I invented a new method of changing brain wave amplitude (up or down) that is similar to EEG BF, but is inexpensive enough to give mid and low income families a choice besides expensive and dangerous drugs. It&#8217;s audio messaging used mostly during sleep. Instead of changing behavior as is &#8220;usual&#8221; with this technique, it does the same thing that EEG biofeedback (Neurofeedback) does, i.e. it raises the SMR brain wave (12-14 cycles per second &#8211; Hz), while lowering the Theta brain wave (4-8 Hz) at the same time.</p>
<p>For those who aren&#8217;t familiar with EEG BF, this is the most effective brain training mechanism that best solves this particular brain problem. (It also solves ADHD, insomnia, IBS, epilepsy, and even many cases of schizophrenia. There is substantial proof of this effectiveness of EEG BF, and a summary of professional papers can be found at:<br />
).</p>
<p>In my former practice as an Orthomolecular Psychologist, I had used auditory messaging with good success, and in 2004, I realized that it should be possible to use this technique to do the same thing that was done by the expensive EEG BF units and a computer. Instead of going thru the conscious mind of the &#8220;trainee&#8221; to affect the unconscious, why not go directly to the unconscious mind?</p>
<p>After more than two years, three clinical trials, and extensive testing utilizing volunteers who paid for the right to participate, I proved the following:</p>
<p>1. The Bate Auditory Brainwave Training (Patent Pending) Is very similar to EEG BF and accomplishes the same basic brain training with these following minor differences:</p>
<p>a. It compares with one night sleep being almost equivalent to one half hour session. 9-10 weeks of sleep showed approximately the same improvement in ADHD diagnosed persons as 60 half hour sessions in a clinic. (Yes, it takes a long time to be effective, with either method &#8211; there really isn&#8217;t any magic pill, in spite of what the drug companies say in their ads.</p>
<p>b. There is more possibility of a Hawthorne Effect in this training than in EEG BF training. For more info on this Effect see:.</p>
<p>In the last test, this possible effect was discussed beforehand and warned about, and while it occurred in a few cases, it did not deter any of the volunteers, as it had done in earlier testing. (This is NOT a dangerous &#8220;side effect&#8221; such as can be caused by all drugs! It can cause minor discomfort in a few individuals for only a day or so at worst.)</p>
<p>c. Motivation is no longer a huge factor as it is in EEG BF. Both the parents<br />
and the child have to motivated to continue long weeks of training, and if the training is stopped before an end point, some, or most, of the gain is lost.</p>
<p>2. This system costs under $200, and that is a one-time fee only. It can be used for as long as it takes. (With Autistic children, it can take up to 200 EEG BF sessions). The system is composed of two basic CD&#8217;s. The first is the actual Audio Training program, playable on any CD player, boom box, etc. The second CD is a computer disk that has several other programs useful as adjuncts to this training. This includes a free allergy/sensitivity test, a free bottle of amino acid supplement that has a calming effect, and several articles on alternate health therapies that have been shown to be of help for all types of brain problems.<span id="more-374"></span></p>
<p>3. There is also a year&#8217;s full money back guarantee of success. If any person tries this for at least 60 days, and then states that there has been no significant improvement they will receive a full rebate including shipping and handling (which is included in the price).</p>
<p>Now, even the low and mid income families have a choice that doesn&#8217;t force them to do nothing or to try and/or use dangerous drugs.</p>
<p>Phil Bate PhD &#8211; Retired Orthomolecular Psychologist<br />
Inventor and Patent Pending Holder for<br />
Brain Wave Amplitude Changing via Auditory Training</p>
<p>http://Subliminals-Training.com</p>
<p>http://BateAudio.com</p>
<p><a href="http://newpsych.org/affordable-non-drug-solution-to-depression/">Affordable Non-Drug solution to Depression</a> is a post from: <a href="http://newpsych.org">New Psych Health News</a></p>
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		<title>Blood Pressure Research Report – Natural Therapy for Maintaining Healthy Blood Pressure Part 2</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of the more common treatments for high blood pressure are ACE inhibitors. When your kidneys detect low blood pressure, they release an enzyme called renin, which stimulates the formation of a protein called angiotensin I. Angiotensin I is then converted by the angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) in the lungs to a very potent chemical called [...]<p><a href="http://newpsych.org/blood-pressure-research-report-natural-therapy-for-maintaining-healthy-blood-pressure-part-2/">Blood Pressure Research Report &#8211; Natural Therapy for Maintaining Healthy Blood Pressure Part 2</a> is a post from: <a href="http://newpsych.org">New Psych Health News</a></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>One of the more common treatments for high blood pressure are ACE inhibitors. When your kidneys detect low blood pressure, they release an enzyme called renin, which stimulates the formation of a protein called angiotensin I. Angiotensin I is then converted by the angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) in the lungs to a very potent chemical called angiotensin II. Angiotensin II is a powerful blood vessel constrictor that causes muscles surrounding the blood vessels to contract, resulting in narrowing of the blood vessels. This narrowing of the vessels increases pressure in the vessels and can result in high blood pressure .</p>
<p>The ACE Inhibitors block the action of the angiotensin-converting enzyme in the lungs so that angiotensin I is not converted into angiotensin II. This allows blood vessels to remain widened, which results in lowering of the blood pressure. ARBs block the action of angiotensin II itself, so that vessels dilate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood, and results in lower blood pressure .</p>
<p>The natural bio active casein hydro lysate tripeptide&#8217;s in Melaleuca&#8217;s ProStolic act as a natural blocker to the formation of angiotensin II. Also included in this proprietary blend is pomegranate juice powder, which inhibits activity of the angiotensin-converting enzyme as well. A third ingredient is passion flower extract. Although researchers don&#8217;t know exactly how passion flower works, they believe that flavonoid and alkaloid compounds in the plant regulate the neurotransmitters in your nervous system that reduce anxiety. One of these flavonoids in particular, chrysin, helps to calm your central nervous system and lower your blood pressure.</p>
<p>Combined with the proprietary blend of tripeptide&#8217;s, pomegranate juice powder and passion flower extract, ProStolic also contains potassium and calcium to provide a well-rounded natural remedy to help promote healthy blood flow and naturally maintain healthy blood pressure, but without the side effects so common with medications.</p>
<p>Tripeptide&#8217;s are formed when milk casein is broken down into smaller pieces. Several different peptide&#8217;s have been studied, but a significant amount of research has determined that the tripeptide&#8217;s Isoleucine-Proline-Proline (IPP) and Valine-Proline-Proline (VPP) have the most supportive evidence for their efficacy, safety and bio availability<br />
The natural bio active hydrolyzed casein (a combination of tripeptide&#8217;s IPP and VPP) is an active ingredient included in the proprietary blend in Melaleuca&#8217;s ProStolic. These tripeptide&#8217;s are derived from nonfat milk casein, and have been clinically proven to help maintain healthy blood pressure. Most studies show that blood pressure is lower after 2 weeks of daily consumption of IPP and VPP, and reach a stable level after 4-6 weeks.</p>
<p>Like the mechanism of action of the commonly prescribed ACE Inhibitors, the natural action of tripeptide&#8217;s block the formation of Angiotensin II, which normally causes the blood vessels to narrow. But that&#8217;s where the similarity ends. Studies show that IPP and VPP tripeptide&#8217;s accomplish the blockage of Angiotensin II without the side effects so common in ACE and ARB medications. In 2001, an 8-week placebo-controlled, double-blind study was conducted on 30 people with mild or moderate hypertension. Results of the study showed a significant decrease in blood pressure of IPP and VPP test subjects, but no change was seen in the placebo group. In addition, no adverse reactions such as dry cough, digestive tract symptoms or abnormal changes were observed.<br />
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Over 20 human clinical trials have been conducted with the IPP and VPP peptide&#8217;s over the past 10 years and more than 10 double-blind clinical studies have been conducted on the particular formulation of tripeptide&#8217;s used in Melaleuca&#8217;s proprietary blend. A 1996 placebo-controlled study on the blood pressure of 30 elderly hypertensive patients, most of whom were taking anti hypertensive medication, showed a significant decrease in both systolic and diastolic blood pressure after 4 and 8 weeks, but no significant changes were observed in the placebo group.</p>
<p>A British Journal of Nutrition article reported a single blinded, placebo controlled study of 131 people with high-normal blood pressure or mild hypertension to determine the efficacy of hydrolyzed casein containing IPP and VPP in reducing blood pressure. The authors concluded that these peptide&#8217;s could assist in the prevention of hypertension in people with blood pressure that is above normal.</p>
<p>Melaleuca&#8217;s Prostolic also contains other natural hypertension treatments including pomegranate juice, passion flower, potassium and calcium. All the benefits of these natural ingredients will be discussed in Natural Therapy for Maintaining Healthy Blood Pressure Part 3.</p>
<p><a href="http://newpsych.org/blood-pressure-research-report-natural-therapy-for-maintaining-healthy-blood-pressure-part-2/">Blood Pressure Research Report &#8211; Natural Therapy for Maintaining Healthy Blood Pressure Part 2</a> is a post from: <a href="http://newpsych.org">New Psych Health News</a></p>
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		<title>5 Reasons To Keep Your Beauty Salon Reservation</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:06:33 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Life is hectic; its true. There are so many things that demand your time and attention. Between work, kids, family and household chores, there is precious little time left over for you. So, it is completely understandable why things like salon reservations get pushed to the end of your priority list. But is it at [...]<p><a href="http://newpsych.org/5-reasons-to-keep-your-beauty-salon-reservation/">5 Reasons To Keep Your Beauty Salon Reservation</a> is a post from: <a href="http://newpsych.org">New Psych Health News</a></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Life is hectic; its true. There are so many things that demand your time and attention. Between work, kids, family and household chores, there is precious little time left over for you. So, it is completely understandable why things like salon reservations get pushed to the end of your priority list. But is it at the end of the to do list where your next hair trim belongs?</p>
<p>The answer to that question is, of course, no. There are many reasons why you should keep your salon reservation. Aside from taking a little bit of time and relaxation for yourself, which I know is not going to motivate you since all of your energy goes toward enriching the lives of others and not your own, there are many practical reasons why you should not call and cancel your next reservation.</p>
<p>Here are 5 Reasons:</p>
<p>1. Keeping up with hair maintenance saves you time. You know how it is, your hair is doing just fine until that fateful morning on which you realize that your hair is way past due for a trim. It just wont do anything. So, after hours of trying to coerce your hair into the style that it held beautifully just yesterday you resign yourself to the fact that nothing except a haircut will fix your bad hair day. But we all know that a spur-of-the-moment haircut is hard to come by. That means that you will spend the next week or so wasting time trying to style your overgrown locks while waiting for your reservation. Only if you would have kept your original reservation. You see, getting a regular trim, even if you think you can squeeze by another week or two, prevents this mess from happening in the first place. A cut that is the perfect length and shape will be a breeze to style in the mornings, and that will save you time.</p>
<p>2. Keeping your reservation saves you money. If your stylist has regular opportunities to keep your hair in tip top shape, he or she will have to do less in the long run to keep you looking beautiful. If you continually let your style grow out or let your color fade, your stylist will have to do more work to bring your wayward tresses back in line again. More work equals more time, and we all know that time equals money.</p>
<p>3. There is never a better time than today to get your hair done. Sure, we all think that well have more time next week, that our work load will be less than it is today. But does that ever really happen? Lets face it; next week will be just as busy as this week. And when youre busy, a little bit of R &amp; R will give you the energy that you need to keep going.<br />
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4. Another reservation is weeks away. Why do you go to your stylist? Its because he or she is a fantastic stylist and knows your hair inside and out. Well, if your stylist is this great with you, Im sure there are other clients dying for your stylists services. If you miss this reservation, it could be weeks before you get another one.</p>
<p>5. Keep your reservation out of respect. When you make a reservation, your stylist carves out time from a hectic day to cater to you. If you dont show or cancel at the last minute, your stylist will end up sitting around making no money when he or she could have filled that time slot with another guest. Canceling reservations repeatedly may cause you to be placed on a pay in advance or last minute reservation list. Or even in some cases you can get fired for missing too many reservations.</p>
<p>Granted, sometimes things happen that make canceling an appointment a necessity. When this is the case, be sure to give a minimum 24 business hours and reschedule as soon as you can. Not only will your stylist thank you, but your hair will as well.</p>
<p><a href="http://newpsych.org/5-reasons-to-keep-your-beauty-salon-reservation/">5 Reasons To Keep Your Beauty Salon Reservation</a> is a post from: <a href="http://newpsych.org">New Psych Health News</a></p>
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		<title>Three Stage Procedure of Dental Implants</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:38:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Everyone has to suffer from dental problems at some stage of their life. The necessary dental procedure depends on the problem being faced. It can range from normal pain to dental surgery. One of the most common dental defects is missing teeth at younger age or when you lose your teeth as you grow old. [...]<p><a href="http://newpsych.org/three-stage-procedure-of-dental-implants/">Three Stage Procedure of Dental Implants</a> is a post from: <a href="http://newpsych.org">New Psych Health News</a></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Everyone has to suffer from dental problems at some stage of their life. The necessary dental procedure depends on the problem being faced. It can range from normal pain to dental surgery. One of the most common dental defects is missing teeth at younger age or when you lose your teeth as you grow old.</p>
<p>To some it does not seem to be a very big medical problem. But it does affect the suffering person psychologically. The person loses self-esteem and cannot smile confidently. This is where cosmetic dentists come into scene e.g. a <a href="http://glasgowsmileclinic.com/">Dentist Glasgow</a> can give that confidence back by fixing your smile and hence the way you look. A dental implant generally takes place in three steps. They are as follows.</p>
<p><strong>Pretreatment: preparation of the implant site</strong></p>
<p>The dentist removes the rotten or defective bone from gum and replaces it with a fresh one taken from some other body part. This is called grafting. Using bones from cadavers or from bovine are alternatives of auto graft. The bone is implanted to provide a ground for the titanium rod.</p>
<p><strong>Titanium rod implant</strong></p>
<p>Titanium is known for its non-reacting stable nature. It does not react chemically and can be ideally used as an implant. In the first stage the <a href="http://glasgowsmileclinic.com/">Dental Glasgow</a> makes a cut in the periodontal area, where the tooth needs to be replaced. Titanium rod is placed in the jaw bones to ensure a firm implant. It takes three to six weeks for the titanium rod and jaw bones to adhere properly.</p>
<p><strong>Teeth implant</strong></p>
<p>Once the titanium rod is properly adhered to the jaw bone, the patient is ready for teeth implant. A white looking material is used to make artificial teeth. The color and texture of the material can be selected to match the original teeth. A follow up visit is recommended to check if the teeth are implanted properly.</p>
<p>After the completion of procedure you are free to avail all the benefits of natural teeth. The age of implant depends upon lots of factors like age, health and oral health of the patient. Most of all it depends upon how well you take care of your health.</p>
<p><a href="http://newpsych.org/three-stage-procedure-of-dental-implants/">Three Stage Procedure of Dental Implants</a> is a post from: <a href="http://newpsych.org">New Psych Health News</a></p>
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		<title>5 Tips For Uniting Your Body, Mind, and Soul</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 05 Feb 2012 20:12:26 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Do you know what it takes to unite your body, mind, and soul? If you did, do you realize that you would be able to achieve the balance that nearly everyone wishes they had in their lives? Do you know what you need to do for yourself in order to bring about this balance? Part [...]<p><a href="http://newpsych.org/5-tips-for-uniting-your-body-mind-and-soul/">5 Tips For Uniting Your Body, Mind, and Soul</a> is a post from: <a href="http://newpsych.org">New Psych Health News</a></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Do you know what it takes to unite your body, mind, and soul? If you did, do you realize that you would be able to achieve the balance that nearly everyone wishes they had in their lives? Do you know what you need to do for yourself in order to bring about this balance?</p>
<p>Part of uniting these three elements of your person is knowing what makes you passionate. Knowing what makes you passionate will help you get in touch with your soul, to feel creative energy, to feel truly alive. Spiritual or creative passion can help you to achieve those feelings. Whether its through faith, music, or some other type of artistic expression, you must find what will awaken your soul in order to strike balance in your life. Here are some tips to guide you:</p>
<p> What are your goals for the future? What would you like to ultimately achieve in your life? Is it spiritual enlightenment? Is it social status? Or is it merely to be the best person you can be, and make a contribution to society? What is important, though, is the process by which you attain your ultimate goal. That is what will generate your passion.<br />
 Try to focus on the positive, and do not dwell on the negative. Recall you accomplishments and good deeds. Doing this will help keep you positive, and keep your spirit up. If you constantly remind yourself of your mistakes, you will find it harder to succeed down the road, and your mind, body, and soul will work against you.<span id="more-368"></span><br />
 Youve heard of finding your happy place right? This form of meditation helps you take your mind and spirit to a comfortable place that fills you with happiness. This is an ideal thing to do when you are in the middle of a stressful day at work or with the kids; it provides the perfect opportunity to regroup.<br />
 Spark a change. Plan a vacation, even if it is just for a weekend. Nothing does the body, mind, and soul better than a little change of scenery. Go where you will be happy, and be able to let loose and have some fun. Try it on your own. It might sound scary, but you will be surprised at how relaxed and refreshed you will be after a weekend all to yourself!<br />
 Try some daily affirmations. Pick three things that you can say out loud in the mirror that will help you stay centered, positive, and focused. Saying something often enough has the power to make it true for you. Remember not to dwell on the negative, focus on the positive. Three basic affirmations that you can work from include:<br />
o I am safe and secure.<br />
o The Universe gives me everything that I need.<br />
o My income will continue to increase.</p>
<p><a href="http://newpsych.org/5-tips-for-uniting-your-body-mind-and-soul/">5 Tips For Uniting Your Body, Mind, and Soul</a> is a post from: <a href="http://newpsych.org">New Psych Health News</a></p>
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