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Lifestyle coaching is a therapy that has become incredibly familiar over the last eight years. The term life coaching first became fashionable in the United States of America where, together with NLP, it became part of a redesigned eye-opening wave of highly proactive therapy techniques. Use www.easilyachieve.com to book yourself a life coach.

In many ways both Life Coaching and NLP are a reaction against certain factors of the Humanistic movement, in particular Humanistic Counselling. A criticism of the humanistic therapy approach is that it is astonishingly reactive and not awfully proactive. Although this works spectacular with some people, with other customers long periods of impasse or low return for time and effort occur. Life coaching and Neuro Linguistic Programming are both person-centred therapy in stance, spending time on improving a person?s well-being rather than looking into the minefields of childhood, like traditional psychology. Life coachings emphasis is, however, deliberately proactive and their to resolve your problems.

Life coaching is not about preaching to the client what to do. This is a common misconception. Some therapists are fairly successful in their business careers and then make the cross over to personal coaching, thinking that they will at most be required to divulge their pearls of terrific business wisdom with the customer. This is more like mentoring a person in a specific environment. Coaching is instead about life as a holistic view.

For people who never learned to work industrial metals nor make use of the wheel (although they knew of it), indigenous peoples of the Americas were a remarkable lot - particularly the Mayans of present-day Mexico and Central America. Not only did these early Mesoamericans independently create complex societies comparable to those of Rome and the ancient Middle East, they were accomplished mathematicians and astronomers, and are known to have performed surgical techniques - including the earliest known dental implants.

At the time, the semi-legendary King Arthur was still within living memory and first Christian missionaries had not yet started preaching to the pagan Anglo-Saxons. Meanwhile, on the other side of the Atlantic, the young Mayan girl from what would one day be called Honduras had three tooth replacements carved from sea shells placed in her lower jaw. These had fused to the underlying bones by the time she died in her mid-twenties. Although the archaeologists who found her remains over 13 centuries later at first believed them to be an elaborate form of jewelry, a Brazilian dental researcher studying them in 1970 realized that the shells were actually an early form of dental implants.

The knowledge of dental implants was lost with the decline and fall of Mayan civilization, which for all its brilliance was also top-heavy, brutal and careless about the environment. It was not until the 1950’s that a Swedish orthopedic surgeon named Per Branemark began studying the way human bone material adhered to titanium. In 1965, one of his patients volunteered to receive what was the first modern titanium dental implant.

Branemark implants were first marketed in 1981, but because the cylindrical roots were not an exact fit for the human tooth socket, additional material and bone transplants were required to fill gaps between the implant and the bone - a costly and sometimes risky proposition. Today’s dental implants use what is known as analogue zirconia implants, which are made to fit the actual tooth socket, eliminating the need for extra surgical procedures.

Air sterilizers or purifiers come equip with a wide variety of technology that they use to purify the air and rid it of harmful micro-organisms such as fungi, mold spores, viruses, and bacteria. This technology also eliminates allergens such as dust mites, animal, and pollen. You can generally find one made specifically for a general environment such as a dental office, hospital, homes, nurseries, bedrooms, and others.

Air born contaminants can be very bad for your health. According to the National Institute for Allergy and Infectious Disease, they are a major cause of disability in the U.S. There is no cure for allergies, but symptomatic relief is possible. The most effective way to combat air born contaminants is by reducing or eliminating exposure to them.

When ever you walk on the rug, open a window or sit down on the couch millions of tiny particles get catapulted into the air. Even the natural air flow of your house or office will pick up tiny mold spores or chemical/microbiological particles.

Harmful substances found in the air:

Dust
Smoke
Gas
Fungi
Mold spores
Aerosol
Viruses
Bacteria
Microbiological contaminants
Drill aerosol (dental office)
Mercury vapor
Dust Mite
Pollen

Types of technology:

Electro statically charged post filter
Carbon pre-filter (odor removal)
HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air Filter)
Intense heat for incineration
Ionizers

Air purifiers will help you:

Stay healthier
Sleep more soundly
Work more efficiently
Have more energy
Study more effectively
Be more creative

Air purifiers will help relieve symptoms caused by indoor/outdoor air. Some of these symptoms include red eye, digestive problems, dizziness, chronic fatigue, asthma, congestion, sick building syndrome and many other chronic and acute diseases.

It is important to keep the air you breathe clean and free of contaminants; your respratory system and whole body will thank you for many years to come if you choose to purify your air. Purifiers are made for all different types of room sizes so you can always find one perfect for you. I would suggest finding one that eliminates all types of pollutants. If you’re going to buy an air purifier you might as well buy one that does it all. And as with anything you always get what you pay for.

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As more and more cases of bird flu are reported, the world faces an immediate threat of a deadly pandemic. Pandemics (Global Disease Outbreaks) are known to be like flash floods. They start abruptly, spread fast and cause a lot of damage all over the world.

A few facts that everyone should know:

What is Avian Influenza?

As the name suggests, avian influenza refers to the infection caused by avian (bird) influenza (flu) viruses. These viruses are commonly found in intestines of wild birds and these birds can carry the viruses without getting sick. However the viruses can be pathogenic to domesticated birds like chickens, ducks and turkeys. Domesticated birds become infected through exposure to other birds or through surfaces contaminated by secretions and faeces of the infected birds.

These viruses are classified as Low Pathogenicity and High Pathogenicity. Most strains of Avian Influenza come under Low Pathogenicity Avian Influenza (LPAI) Group and produce mild symptoms in the infected birds. Common symptoms are ruffled feathers, decreased food appetite, decreased egg production, sneezing and coughing. Many times LPAI may go undetected.

High Pathogenicity Avian Influenza (HPAI) has more severe symptoms which include sudden death, loss of energy and appetite, decreased egg production, respiratory problems, facial oedema (swelling), poorly formed eggs and diarrhoea. HPAI can reach a mortality rate of nearly 100%.

What Is H5N1 strain of Bird Flu?

All flu viruses are classified as type A, B or C depending on their structural arrangement. Type A is responsible for lethal pandemics and is found in both animals and humans. Type B causes local outbreaks of flu. Type C is the most stable of the three and infected people show only mild symptoms of flu. Type B and C are usually found only in humans. Type B and C are more stable than type A and are not classified according to their subtypes.

Influenza viruses of type A are divided into subtypes and the naming is done on the basis of two proteins (antigens) found on their surface - Hemagglutinin (HA) and Neuraminidase (NA). Sixteen types of HA and nine types of NA exist. Thus a total 144 combinations are possible.

Thus H5N1 is a type A virus and gets its name from HA 5 protein and NA 1 protein present on its surface.

How Do Type A Viruses Cause A Pandemic?

Type A viruses are further classified into strains. These strains can continuously evolve into different strains. Their ability to exchange genetic material with other viruses and create new influenza viruses makes them unpredictable and difficult to fight with. Humans have to develop new immunity (antibodies) every time new strains are created.

Viruses cannot repair genetic damage, small changes known as “Antigen Drift”, are continuously creating new strains of viruses. However when genetic material from Type A viruses from different species - say a bird and a human, comes together and merges, an entirely new strain is created. This is known as “Antigen Shift” Humans have no immunity to such a strain and the strain can spread rapidly causing a Pandemic.

How Is The Virus Transmitted To Humans From Birds?

Usually Avian Influenza viruses do not infect humans. Migratory birds act as carriers of these viruses and do not get affected by them. These birds then come in contact with domesticated birds such as chickens and turkeys and spread the infection to them. Domesticated birds may get the virus from contact with contaminated surfaces too. Once a virus infects domesticated birds, it can cause severe epidemic among the birds. Humans come in contact with infected birds or contaminated surfaces and pick up the virus.

In the human body, this avian flu virus then undergoes an antigenic shift, combines with genetic material of a human strain of influenza virus and creates an entirely new strain of virus against which humans have little or no immunity. These genetic reassortments may also take place is the body of a third species (susceptible to both avian and human viruses) like the pig, where an avian influenza A virus and human influenza virus mix their genetic information and produce a new virus which might be able to infect humans.

Why is H5N1 dangerous?

The first reported cases of H5N1 infections were detected in geese in 1997 in Southern China. A total of 18 human infections were reported and six of them succumbed to it. The infection spread quickly to poultry in Hong Kong. At that time a million and half chickens were culled in Hong Kong to keep the virus under control. The virus disappeared for a few years, but resurfaced in 2002 in Hong Kong again. Since then it has killed millions of birds in Asia and many cases of human infections have been reported.

The persistence of this H5N1 strain of virus is a great concern for humans. Although the virus does not spread from birds to humans easily, the severity of the infection of H5N1 in humans is frightening. The virus has killed every second person infected by it. These cases were reported in perfectly healthy individuals who had no past history of infections. However the greater concern for the world is the POSSIBILITY THAT THE VIRUS MAY MUTATE (UNDERGO ANTIGENIC SHIFT) AND CREATE A FORM THAT MAY SPREAD FROM HUMAN TO HUMAN. Such a strain of virus may result in a pandemic, killing millions of people worldwide.

Is Consumption Of Poultry Birds Safe?

Yes, it is safe to consume THOROUGHLY COOKED poultry products. The H5N1 virus is sensitive to heat and gets destroyed by normal cooking temperatures of 70- 100 degree Celsius. If meat from poultry birds and eggs are cooked properly, the virus will be destroyed. Just make sure that no part of the meat remains raw or uncooked.

How Big Is The Risk Of A Pandemic Breaking Out?

The world had to face a Bird Flu Pandemic, thrice in the twentieth century. In 1918-1919, “Spanish Flu” killed anywhere between 20 million to 50 million people (exact figures not known), including half a million in the United States alone. The “Asian flu” in 1957-58 killed 70,000 in the United States and in 1968-1969, the “Hong Kong flu” killed 34,000 in the USA.

Currently the risk of H5N1 strain leading to a Pandemic is high. The virus is spreading fast to new areas and the efforts made to curtail it have proved inadequate.

Domestic ducks have now become a “reservoir” for the virus. They are acting like a carrier for the virus - their bodies carry the virus without showing signs of any infection. Infected ducks then release large quantities of the virus in pathogenic form in their excretions spreading the virus to other birds or humans. This has made detection of the virus difficult especially in rural areas.

According to health experts, the virus has already met the first two prerequisites for starting a pandemic. First it has attained a form, for which humans have no inbuilt immunity; and second, it has proved pathogenic enough to cause serious illness and death in humans.

The present risk of a pandemic is very high. The only factor that has prevented a pandemic so far is that the virus has not mutated into a form that would allow it to transmit efficiently from one human to another. Once such a genetic change takes place for the virus, a pandemic will be inevitable. The first signs of such a reassortment will be presence of the clusters of patients with flu symptoms, closely related - both in time and space. This would be a clear indication of virus having the ability to transmit from human-to-human.

Currently no vaccine has been developed for fighting H5N1 strain. Simultaneous work is being done in many countries for developing a vaccine, but no success has been achieved. The exact virus that may cause the pandemic cannot be predetermined. Thus mass production of vaccine before the pandemic starts is ruled out. The worldwide manufacturing capacity is inadequate to match the sudden demand surge during a pandemic. The best that scientists can do is to carry out a study and determine the smallest amount of antigen per dose that will provide sufficient protection and thus maximise the number of vaccines produced.

What Are The Precautions Necessary To Prevent A Pandemic?

The logical first step is to control the disease from spreading among birds, but this seems a difficult task now. Bird Flu has become a bird epidemic in many parts of Asia and is spreading fast.

The Next step is to prevent the disease from getting passed on to humans. People who come in close contact with birds (like poultry farmers) are advised to keep a close watch on the health of birds, notify any sort of sickness in birds to the health authorities and avoid direct contact with sick birds in all cases. (Ducks have become a reservoir for the virus and may not exhibit signs of sickness even if they are carrying the virus.)

In case the flu becomes a pandemic, most countries of the world will be affected. In such a scenario, the best preventive measures would be personal hygiene, avoiding crowded places and staying away from raw meat and eggs.

A flu shot does not prevent bird flu, but it can protect a person from other forms of flu and avoid complications. Persons above 65 years of age, children, health services workers, people with chronic respiratory disorders, travellers to flu affected countries and pregnant women may consult a doctor regarding flu vaccination.

What Are The Symptoms In Humans and Treatment Options For Bird Flu?

A person infected by bird flu may have all symptoms of common flu like fever, persistent cough, sore throat and body ache. Moreover, there is a high risk of complications such as pneumonia, bronchitis, eye and ear infections and severe breathing problems.

Presently four drugs are used to combat influenza.

The most effective drugs known for seasonal flu are Oseltamivir (commercial name Tamiflu) and Zanamavir (Commercial name Relenza). Both of these are known to reduce severity and duration of seasonal flu, but they may prove ineffective if the virus is allowed to stay in the body for too long. Health professionals advise that TREATMENT OF FLU WITH THESE DRUGS SHOULD START WITHIN 48 HOURS OF FIRST APPEARANCE FLU SYMPTOMS.

Oseltamivir and Zanamavir fall in the Neuraminidase inhibitors class. The surface protein Neuraminidase breaks bonds between new viruses and infected cells. By blocking the activity of Neuraminidase, these two drugs prevent the new viruses from being released.

Another class of drugs - the M2 inhibitors is also available, but viruses develop resistance to these drugs quickly and thus these drugs may prove ineffective in controlling pandemics. Amantadine and Rimantadine are two drugs from this class. These drugs inhibit the activity of M2 protein, which forms a channel in membranes of viruses and thereby preventing the viruses from replicating.

One should consult a doctor before taking any of these drugs as THESE DRUGS ARE KNOWN TO HAVE SIDE EFFECTS IN SOME CASES. For example, Zanamavir is not recommended to people having chronic respiratory diseases such as asthma.

(This article was written on 25th January 2006 and may not contain developments that took place after this date.)

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Warts aren’t very pleasant and finding one on your body can set
you into a mini panic; knowing that they are contagious and can
spread means that they need to be treated as soon as possible.
There are several methods of removing warts and all are not the
same.

A wart is caused by the HPV virus. In order to kill the wart you
need to kill the virus. How you approach wart removal will
determine the outcome.

One of the most common types of wart removal systems can be
found in your local drug store. It’s usually in the form of a
liquid. You simply apply the liquid to the wart once or twice a
day and over time; the liquid will penetrate the root’s surface
reaching into its core where it will kill it. You’ll end up with
a small hole in your skin where the wart once was. This will
heal over and the wart will be a distant memory by then.

This same type of treatment is available in the form of
medicated adhesive strips. The strips come with the solution
pre-applied to them and all you do is open them and stick them
to the wart. The time frame involved is about the same as are
the results.

If you don’t want to wait to get rid of your wart you can visit
a doctor for treatment. Doctors normally employ a couple of
different approaches when it comes to warts.

One is to use a technique that freezes the wart. This is
painless and through the use of a special chemical the wart is
frozen to the point the virus dies. This is especially effective
if you have more than one wart. Often warts grow in groups and
having a doctor freeze them reduces the risk of them spreading
even further.

Another technique that doctors use for wart removal is called
electrocautery which in simpler terms means burning the wart.
The doctor uses a special tool that burns the wart and within a
few weeks it develops into a scar which falls off. Either of
these treatments are effective ways to remove warts.

In extreme cases where a wart is not responding to treatment
your physician might suggest surgery. This would involve
freezing the immediate area and then cutting the wart and the
surrounding tissue out. The main concern with this approach is
that there is a risk of you developing an infection. It’s
important to note though that a doctor generally won’t suggest
this unless he feels it’s the only way to permanently remove the
wart.

As we get older, our brains get rusty. This deterioration of the brain eventually leads to Alzheimer’s disease. There are ways to improve you brain health however and decrease your chances of getting Alzheimer’s disease.

Eating a lot of colorful fruits and vegetables is important for brain health. The brighter the colors the better, because fruits and vegetables like this contain a lot of antioxidants which help rid the body of toxins. Studies have shown that people who a lot of fruits and vegetables have a 70% lower chance of getting dementia as they grow older.

Another way you can improve your brain health is by taking a vitamin B supplement everyday. Most Americans are vitamin B deficient because we consume too much alcohol, coffee, sugar and cigarettes; all which deplete the body of vitamin B. Without enough vitamin B in our diets, we are at an increased risk for Alzheimer’s, as well as other frightening diseases such as depression, Parkinson’s disease, cancer, heart attacks and strokes. You can also increase your vitamin B intake by eating more beans and green leafy vegetables.

Having a lot of stress in your life also increases the risk of Alzheimer’s. Try exercising more, meditation and not getting worked up over little things. Eating more good fats will also increase your chances of having good brain health. Most of your brain is made up of fats, but not the type that comes from a hot dog. People who eat a lot of fried fats are at an increased risk for dementia, whereas people who eat good fats such as fish, nuts, flax seeds and other sources of omega-3 fatty acids are at much lower risk.

Your brain also needs enough rest to keep up good health. Try to get 7-8 hours of sleep each night so your brain will keep functioning at its top capacity. Exercising is also very effective in promoting good brain health. It will keep you alert, lively and more focused when you are dealing with other activities. Exercise is also vital to other parts of your body so you should try to fit it in at least a few times a week.

Just as exercising is important for your body and brain, working your brain out so to speak is also important for good brain health. Don’t stop using your mind as you grow older. Keep it active by reading, doing crosswords or math problems - any type of brain activity to enjoy doing will help.

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Many people suffer from gall bladder disease as a consequence of inappropriate diet. The disease has a high incidence in people with overweight problems and the consumption of fat-rich foods is considered to be the main cause of gall bladder disorders. Women, people with ages over 50, people with gastro-intestinal disorders, people with diabetes and people with high blood cholesterol levels are very likely to develop gall bladder disease. A good gall bladder diet can ameliorate the symptoms of gall bladder disease and can also prevent the occurrence of complications.

Inappropriate diet leads to the formation of gallstones, which block the bile ducts and interfere in the normal activity of the gall bladder. The gall bladder is an organ that assists the liver in the digestion of fat. The gall bladder stores the bile produced by the liver and releases it when it is needed in the process of digestion. Gallstones are formed when cholesterol, calcium and bile salts accumulate inside the gall bladder, causing inflammation, swelling and pain. In some cases, gall bladder disease can even involve bacterial infection. Gall bladder disease can lead to serious complications and sometimes requires surgical intervention. Gallstones can cause cholecystitis (inflammation and swelling of the gall bladder), choledocholithiasis (occurs when gallstones accumulate inside the bile duct) cholangitis (infection of the gall bladder and bile duct) and pancreatitis.

An appropriate gall bladder diet can’t eliminate large gallstones, but it can facilitate the elimination of smaller gallstones. Also, a good gall bladder diet prevents the formation of new gallstones inside the gall bladder or bile ducts. By restricting fat intake, an appropriate gall bladder diet can ameliorate the symptoms of gall bladder disease (pain attacks, indigestion, nausea, vomiting and abdominal bloating).

A healthy gall bladder diet should exclude foods that are rich in saturated fat: meats (pork, ribs, bacon, sausages, salami) and dairy products (cheese, milk). It is best to introduce soy replacements of these foods in your gall bladder diet: (tofu, soy milk). Replace fast food with home-cooked meals and stay away from processed and fried foods. Don’t eat large amounts of food at a single meal. It is best to eat 4-5 small meals a day and avoid late meals. Meals right before bed time can trigger serious pain attacks.

Some foods are considered to be allergenic to most people with gall bladder disease. Exclude from your gall bladder diet the following foods: eggs, cheese, high-fat milk, citrus fruits, coffee, chocolate, carbonated soda.

A fiber-rich gall bladder diet can get rid of small gallstones and helps the process of digestion. Eat plenty of green vegetables and fresh fruits, as they are rich in natural fibers and a good source of vitamins and minerals. Also include foods that contain starch in your gall bladder diet, as they can also help in eliminating gallstones. Eat plenty of cereals, wheat products, rice and potatoes. Natural bile salts and omega 3 fish oil capsules can help the digestion and absorption of fat, also reducing blood cholesterol. An appropriate gall bladder diet should include plenty of fluids. By drinking at least 2 liters of pure water a day, you will help the body eliminate excess cholesterol and gallstones. An appropriate gall bladder diet can prevent the occurrence of complications and can ameliorate the symptoms of gall bladder disease in time.

So, if you want to find out more about gall bladder diet and especially about gall bladder surgery we recommend you these links. You will find one of the bests informational websites about gall bladder.

Every healthcare provider, including dentists, surgeons,
doctors, or chiropractors, is entitled to receive money for
their services. Medical billing companies are setup to make it
easier for them to wade through the murky waters or regulation
and insurance company code to ensure proper and timely
reimbursement.

Employees trained by medical billing companies are trained to
understand health insurance and the healthcare industry in all
its complexity. Their individual responsibilities are then to
bill patients and insurance companies based on the proper codes
according to their superbill (treatment record). Then, they have
to follow up on claims and answer any questions regarding
billing. In addition, medical billers must submit reports and
help their clients to understand the positive and negative
aspects of their cash flow.

There are many large medical billing companies to choose from
and they all offer a range of services. Any full-service medical
billing company should be able to offer the following:

* Expedite the claim/reimbursement process using advanced
software and expertise * Follow up on unpaid bills with both
patients and insurance companies * Provide accurate and timely
feedback on their client’s practice in the form of reports *
Stay up to date on all new regulations Good medical billing
companies help clients to increase their revenue by getting
claims reimbursed quickly and accurately.

Besides the many large medical billing companies, there are also
many small one or two-person businesses that operate from homes
across the nation. These small-business medical billing
operations have the advantage of more personal attention to
their client’s needs. Anyone with sufficient training and
expertise can run an effective home-based medical billing
company if they dedicate themselves.

When looking for medical billing companies, it is important to
shop around. Larger companies may let you have a trial period so
you can see if you like the way they handle your billing issues.
Whether you decide to try a small or a large medical billing
company, be sure to ask for references and address any concerns
you have upfront so you can make sure the arrangement is
positive on both ends.

A lot of people decide to get a tattoo (or any other type of Body Modification for that
matter) without really doing any type of research (which is
bad). I’ve seen this all too often in the forums of BodyMod.org
(http://www.BodyMod.org).
For some reason, people feel that a tattoo artist is a tattoo
artist. Let me clear this up right now. This is completely
false! The key word here is “artist”, and not everyone is one.
What seems like common sense to most seems to defy most people.
A tattoo is going to be on you for the rest of your life, choose
wisely. Not only what you want to have done, but where you want
it and who you want to put it on you. The right artist can make
all the difference in the world! First step in getting a tattoo:
sleep on it. If you really want it, and have to have it, then
you’re really want it and still need it tomorrow, next week, and
even next year. People make too many rash decisions which lead
to bad tattoos, and cover-ups (which are a pain for everyone).
So once you’ve picked what you want… wait. The next step is to
find the Body Modification
artist you want (in this case, a tattoo artist). What’s good
about this step is that it takes time to do it, which helps you
with step 1. Now, here’s something else that people need to
consider. You need to find the best artist for the type of piece
that you want to get. If you’re getting a Black and Grey piece
with lots of detail, look for someone that’s specializes (and is
good at it) in that area. Color New-School style, same thing.
There really isn’t a person that’s great at everything, and
anyone telling you so is a dead giveaway to go somewhere else. A
talented artist will specialize in a type of tattooing, or a
certain style (like Manga, or animals). Go through their
portfolios, and a style should jump out at you. After you have
researched the best artist, go and talk with them. Make sure
they have a solid understanding of what you want, and get their
input as well. Remember, you’re paying them to do it because you
can’t. Listen to them. If they’re a reputable artist, they’ll be
able to give you a lot of good tips and suggestions. Once you
have your latest and greatest tattoo, you should then post it
for the world to see and spread the word of where you got it
done and who did it. This way, others that are researching where
to get a tattoo, will have that much more helpful info to help
them out! A great place to do this is BodyMod.org (http://www.BodyMod.org). It’s
a great Body Modification community where you can post pictures
of and type of Body Modification for free and even post the
studio you got it done at.

Happy Modding!

.: Adam BodyMod.org Admin