http://www.hls.com/ Healthy Life RSS feed Honey has historically has been used to help soothe and heal minor burns and wounds. RAW HONEY is recommended for burns, especially. Honeys secret? The sweet stuff draws moisture to the surface of skin where it is applied. ONLY suggested for minor scratches or burns, insect bites and little ouchies. Punctures, cuts and deep burns need to be treated by your physician who may also endorse honey. @SysText@ New research indicates that young men who drink moderate amounts of alcohol have an increased risk of stroke later in life and that risk is even higher for those who were binge drinkers. Researchers speculate that alcohol increases the risk of stroke by causing blood clotting or changes in blood pressure. @SysText@ A patient suffering from impotence should discuss the problem with his physician because impotence can be caused by medication. There are alternative medications or reduced doses to consider. ACE inhibitors, used in treating high blood pressure, for example, are less likely to cause sexual dysfunction than many other medications. @SysText@ Deep breathing raises levels of blood oxygen, promoting health in many ways? from stimulating the digestive process to improving fitness and mental performance. @SysText@ Caffeine has many metabolic effects. For example: 1.It stimulates the central nervous system. 2.It releases free fatty acids from adipose (fatty) tissue. 3.It affects the kidneys, increasing urination, which can lead to dehydration. Caffeine is in coffee, tea, soft drinks, chocolate and some nuts. Whether high caffeine intake increases the risk of coronary heart disease is still under study. @SysText@ We owe it to ourselves to find time for relaxation. Health problems and age-related diseases are rampant in our society, mainly because of poor lifestyle choices, which includes not taking time for relaxation. Would you like to avoid high blood pressure, obesity and all the health problems associated with stress? Stress keeps our bodies from functioning in their best possible way and relaxation is the key to combating this stress. @SysText@