S.J. Merens is the pen name for Shelley Moore, a writer with extensive online and print experience. Moore has published more than 5,000 articles on websites such as LiveStrong, eHow Money, Tyra Banks' Type F, WiseGeek and Chron.com, the online presence of the "Houston Chronicle." She also has a great deal of print experience, including stringing for daily and weekly newspapers, creating feature stories for regional magazines, and writing short general-interest articles for publications that corporations distribute to their employees.
With a Bachelor of Science in psychology and a minor in journalism, Moore specializes in writing about personal development, personal finance, and alternative and complementary medicine. She enjoys hiking, camping and cooking gourmet meals, and she moderates a very active personal development forum.
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Research has found that eating purple majesty potatoes reduces high blood pressure and does not cause weight gain. Adding purple majesty potatoes to the diet thus may help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. These potatoes are increasingly available in supermarkets, and at farmers´ markets as well. The researchers theorize that white potatoes and potatoes with red skins may have similar effects.
Words: 473 Downloads: 0 Category: Alternative Medicine By: S.J. MerensDrinking cranberry juice works better than taking cranberry supplements to prevent urinary tract infections, researchers have found. Cranberry doesn´t treat existing UTIs, but scientists have determined how it works against a certain type of bacteria and thus prevents infection. This article gives some details of the research and encourages drinking cranberry juice to prevent UTIs.
Words: 383 Downloads: 0 Category: Alternative Medicine By: S.J. MerensA facial filler, also called a dermal filler, is a cosmetic procedure performed by doctors. This treatment has rejuvenating effects on the skin. It involves injecting substances such as hyaluronic acid or collagen into areas with wrinkles or lines, or in areas that would benefit from more fullness. The effects are temporary, and side effects are minimal.
Words: 357 Downloads: 1 Category: Beauty By: S.J. MerensCaring for patients with Alzheimer´s disease and other forms of dementia can be daunting. Clinical studies indicate that lavender aromatherapy has a calming effect on many of these individuals. This article provides some information on the research, and discusses the benefits of lavender aromatherapy for dementia patients.
Words: 398 Downloads: 1 Category: Alternative Medicine By: S.J. MerensWomen who experience unpleasant symptoms of premenstrual syndrome may be looking for herbal remedies. Clinical research indicates that Vitex agnus cactus, commonly called chasteberry, is effective for treating PMS. This article provides some information on the research and why this herb works.
Words: 362 Downloads: 1 Category: Alternative Medicine By: S.J. MerensBorage seed oil is effective at relieving eczema symptoms in some individuals, particularly if their condition is mild. This article discusses possible reasons why borage oil works and provides information from a review of studies on the subject. Readers learn about omega-6 fatty acids and the suggested dosages for borage oil.
Words: 361 Downloads: 1 Category: Alternative Medicine By: S.J. Merens