June 2008

Good Education Can lead to depression

June 5, 2008

I read an article on the web and thought it was quite interesting yet very alarming. The article explored the stresses and strains that students endure in becoming high achievers. Yes, it is a great feeling for us and our children when they get the opportunity to have a good education. But just how much [...]

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What is Lycopene?

June 4, 2008

What is lycopene?  Basically it is tomato skin. American skin cancer experts have studied the benefits of lycopene, the sources of lycopene, the antioxidant lycopene levels. These skin cancer doctors have found high levels of lycopene in tomato. Lycopene is: A bright red cartinoid pigment and phytochemical found in tomatoes and other red fruits. Its name is derived [...]

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The Body Image

June 3, 2008

Beauty and body image in the media. The media influence on body image. From as young as eight years old females can develop a disturbed body image. We need to create body image solutions.  What is body image? Body image is a term which may refer to the perceptions of a humans own physical appearance, or [...]

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Alcohol Treatment Plans

June 2, 2008

Treatment plans for alcoholics are there to help reduce the number 1 health problem in the USA which is substance abuse and specificaly Alcoholism.  During the course of my research I discovered 3 alcohol treatment centres that seem to be making a difference in people seeking treatment for alcohol addiction. Day Treatment for Alcohol Addiction and [...]

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