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1:
Goodbye Wi-Fi
( Category: Computers | Word Count:
740 | Views: 0 | Rating: -1 )
There is no question Wi-Fi is an incredible technological advancement, but like mobile phones the health risks are unclear. As long as it was in my house I was vulnerable and its presence was making
me ill.
2:
Leptospirosis (Weil's Disease) And Why You Should NEVER Drink From Cans
( Category: Health | Word Count:
719 | Views: 0 | Rating: -1 )
I am always annoying my family by insisting they don't drink from cans or bottles. Unless I "nag" them when we are out they will happily just purchase one from a shop somewhere and raise it to their mouths, but there is a very good reason for my insistence.
3:
Autism - It May Not Be A Living Nightmare But Is A Reason To Worry
( Category: Diseases and Conditions | Word Count:
924 | Views: 0 | Rating: -1 )
Autism is a lifelong disability and I wouldn't wish it on anyone. It may or may not be a "living nightmare" but it certainly is a worry.
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MMR, Autism, And Who Should Really Be On Trial
( Category: Diseases and Conditions | Word Count:
786 | Views: 0 | Rating: -1 )
Unless you have been living on a different planet for the past ten years or so you will have heard of autism and the possible connection with the MMR vaccine. It's a debate which won't go away.
5:
Autism - One Reason I Wish Time Would Stand Still
( Category: Diseases and Conditions | Word Count:
628 | Views: 0 | Rating: -1 )
On the television the other morning someone described autism as a "living nightmare". I'm not sure I'd personally go that far yet but it certainly is a major concern - at least for the parents.
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Water, Water Everywhere But How Much Should We Drink?
( Category: Weight Loss | Word Count:
733 | Views: 0 | Rating: -1 )
Everyone knows water is important for us. Doctors, nutritionists, dieticians, sportspeople, beauticians, actresses, models all go on about it, but do we listen? No, - at least not most of us.
7:
Diabetes - Why Losing Weight Could Save Hours In Hospital Waiting Rooms
( Category: Diabetes | Word Count:
758 | Views: 0 | Rating: -1 )
Apparently 9 out of 10 people with newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes are overweight. I didn't know that, did you?
8:
Weight Gain And The Summer Dilemma
( Category: Humor | Word Count:
622 | Views: 2 | Rating: -1 )
One reason for gaining weight which many women of a "certain age" will relate to is the menopause and currently that is my explanation.
9:
Weight Issues And Men - It's No Longer Just A Woman Thing
( Category: Health | Word Count:
883 | Views: 0 | Rating: -1 )
Unfortunately for the male population there are very few magazines targeted at them which actually ever raise the issue of weight, and this is a shame because the amount of overweight and obese boys has doubled in the past ten years.
10:
Healthy Disability Bingo And The Need To Exercise
( Category: Nutrition | Word Count:
789 | Views: 0 | Rating: -1 )
On Saturday I played an incredibly healthy game of Bingo. Yes, I did say Bingo!
11:
Autism And Disability - Why Little Things Can Mean A Lot
( Category: Parenting | Word Count:
802 | Views: 0 | Rating: -1 )
I know we all live in a busy world but most of us could, if we wanted, spare a few hours a month to help someone in need.
12:
Cancer - What You Need To Know To Help Avoid Or Fight It
( Category: Health | Word Count:
1286 | Views: 0 | Rating: -1 )
Information you need to know to help avoid or fight cancer.
13:
Fitness, Health And Why "We" Need A Rowing Machine
( Category: Equipment | Word Count:
722 | Views: 0 | Rating: -1 )
Rowing machines exercise the muscles in your abdomen, arms, back, and legs, all areas which I've sadly neglected over the years. They are good for the heart and lungs as they offer aerobic exercise and also strengthen muscles providing anaerobic benefits.
14:
Dogs And What They Can Teach You
( Category: Inspirational Motivational | Word Count:
828 | Views: 1 | Rating: -1 )
Whilst I have never been one for domestic pets I can now understand they can teach us a lot, especially dogs.
15:
Chickenpox Added To The MMR - Surely That's Going Too Far Isn't It?
( Category: Health | Word Count:
880 | Views: 0 | Rating: -1 )
Clearly, Chickenpox and Shingles are both unpleasant and everyone would hope to avoid them if possible, but I'm not sure adding yet another live virus to an already questionable vaccine is the answer. Why not just keep the single jab? ( and the same applies to Measles, Mumps and Rubella).
16:
Christmas, Autism and Why I Believe In Miracles
( Category: Health | Word Count:
1221 | Views: 0 | Rating: -1 )
Normally I hate this time of year.However, this year I seem to have got things into perspective. Instead of yearning for what I may have missed, I appreciate what I have.
17:
Exercise And Why It's All Downhill After Thirty
( Category: Fitness | Word Count:
622 | Views: 6 | Rating: -1 )
Thirty is the age when you have the most brain cells, and have built up as much muscle as you will ever get without positive intervention.
18:
What's The Connection Between Housework And Living Longer?
( Category: Fitness | Word Count:
639 | Views: 2 | Rating: -1 )
After studying 20,000 people over a period of 10 years, Cambridge scientists concluded healthy living can add up to 14 years to your life.
19:
Autism, Special Needs, And The Benefit Of A Circle Of Friends - Pt 1
( Category: Family | Word Count:
990 | Views: 3 | Rating: -1 )
If you have a child with autism or special needs, I recommend you set up a Circle of Friends for support.
20:
Blood Brothers? - Maybe Not
( Category: Health | Word Count:
618 | Views: 1 | Rating: -1 )
No-one wants to die if they can help it, but equally most people wouldn't choose to have someone else's blood inside them either.
21:
Autism, Special Needs, And The Benefit Of A Circle Of Friends - Pt 2
( Category: Family | Word Count:
940 | Views: 2 | Rating: -1 )
If you have a child with autism or special needs, I recommend you set up a Circle of Friends for support.
22:
Probiotics And Pregnancy - What You Should Know (Part 1)
( Category: Health | Word Count:
1054 | Views: 0 | Rating: -1 )
When a child is first born, his or her gut is sterile and needs to be populated by bacteria. There are two types, probiotic that are the beneficial ones, and the pathogenic ones, which you really don't want too many of.
23:
Nutrition, Fitness, Relaxation And Sleep - The Recipe For A Healthy Lifestyle
( Category: Fitness | Word Count:
623 | Views: 3 | Rating: -1 )
In my thirties I felt elated, engaged, excited and focused. I want that feeling back again so I am not going to "diet" but focus on four areas in my life -Nutrition, Fitness, Relaxation and Sleep.
24:
Probiotics And Pregnancy - What You Should Know (Part 2)
( Category: Pregnancy and Family Planning | Word Count:
787 | Views: 4 | Rating: -1 )
Fortunately people are slowly beginning to realise the importance of friendly bacteria and are re-introducing probiotic bacteria into their diets. Good bacteria deal with all the bad stuff and keep the pathogenic strains under control.
25:
Lie - Of Course I Don't Lie
( Category: Culture and Society | Word Count:
787 | Views: 3 | Rating: -1 )
A recent survey revealed that each of us tells on average four lies a day, and what I'd always considered as simply being economical with the truth is, infact, a lie.
26:
Mercury Poisoning - Yes, Your Teeth May Indeed Be Killing You
( Category: Health | Word Count:
750 | Views: 1 | Rating: -1 )
Mercury is the second most toxic substance on the planet after plutonium and it makes up 50% of every amalgam filling. Did you know your teeth could be killing you? Don't laugh - it isn't funny and unfortunately for many it's a very real situation. Believe me, I know.
27:
Food - What Can We Eat?
( Category: Health | Word Count:
678 | Views: 1 | Rating: -1 )
Recent surveys have shown that one in four of us are completely confused with the official guidelines on healthy eating.
28:
Weight And Flying - Why You Should Shed Excess Pounds
( Category: Health | Word Count:
561 | Views: 0 | Rating: -1 )
Being overweight and obesity have been blamed for many medial problems, but now it seems, it's also the cause of some plane crashes - especially the smaller ones.
29:
What's The Secret To Longevity? - Beer, Fags And Exercise
( Category: Health | Word Count:
547 | Views: 0 | Rating: -1 )
There's no question an active body and an active mind are the keys to longevity as this 101 year old marathon runner proves.
30:
Autism And Self Harm - Surely Parents Know Best
( Category: Health | Word Count:
481 | Views: 7 | Rating: -1 )
Many autistic individuals self harm but surely the parents should be allowed to decide how to best help keep their children safe.
31:
What Has Money Got To Do With Blogging?
( Category: Internet Marketing | Word Count:
439 | Views: 11 | Rating: -1 )
Internet marketing is like a jigsaw puzzle, very frustrating until you make the pieces fit. However, if you get it right you can set up a process, which can be the gateway to your dreams.
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Dyslexia - How Schooling Affects Behaviour
( Category: Health | Word Count:
850 | Views: 1 | Rating: -1 )
Education is the key to life and if a child leaves with low literacy skills his or her employment prospects could be seriously impaired. Unfortunately, these days it's usually the formal qualifications you have which gets you the first foot in the door.
33:
Is Mark Thompson Really Mining For Gold?
( Category: Internet Marketing | Word Count:
457 | Views: 4 | Rating: -1 )
Wordpress Goldmine is indeed a goldmine of information for anyone serious about affiliate marketing and making multiple streams of income from Wordpress blogs
34:
He's Not Been Robbing But Blogging To The Bank Yet Again
( Category: Internet Marketing | Word Count:
519 | Views: 2 | Rating: -1 )
Blogging To The Bank 2.00 is well worth the small investment for anyone wishing to earn an income from blogging.
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Autism Awareness - Why You Can't Make Judgements
( Category: Diseases and Conditions | Word Count:
623 | Views: 0 | Rating: -1 )
Apparently this week is autism awareness week. For those of us who have children with autism, every week is autism awareness week - every week, every day, every hour, every minute, every second. There's no escape, and for some the reality is very hard to take.
36:
Why Being Healthy Is More Important Than Being Slim
( Category: Fitness | Word Count:
948 | Views: 0 | Rating: -1 )
The last few days have made me realise how important it is to live for the day and value your health.
37:
Diets - Not For Me Thank You
( Category: Health | Word Count:
719 | Views: 1 | Rating: -1 )
I must confess I'm not one for "diets". Have you ever wondered why there are so many different types around? Could it be they just don't work?
38:
Autism - Why My Autistic Son Is More Intelligent Than I Am
( Category: Diseases and Conditions | Word Count:
952 | Views: 0 | Rating: -1 )
One of the biggest problems for people with disabilities, particularly those with a learning disability like autism is the limited opportunity for social inclusion.
39:
Internet Marketing - My Menopausal Moment Makes Me Money
( Category: Inspirational Motivational | Word Count:
649 | Views: 2 | Rating: -1 )
Internet Marketing has opened up a whole new world for me. It contains many different aspects, which could appeal to anyone able to use a computer, even at a very basic level.
40:
Trapped By Time - Try Blogging Your Way To Freedom
( Category: Inspirational Motivational | Word Count:
504 | Views: 2 | Rating: -1 )
If anyone can use a computer and can type e-mails then blogging opens a whole new world. It's easy to learn and anyone can do it regardless of age.