Deanna Lynn Sletten has experience writing for magazines, newspapers and websites. She writes mainly in the topics of health, alternative medicine, parenting and finance but enjoys researching new topics and is willing to try her hand at any subject.
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Drying hands properly is as important for fighting the spread of bacteria during flu season as washing hands is. New research found that drying hands improperly may lead to more bacteria on hands, even after washing. This article describes the study and findings on the best way to dry hands to prevent spreading bacteria this flu season.
Words: 359 Downloads: 0 Category: Medical By: dslettenGoldenseal is a popular supplement used to build up the immune system but it is also a powerful herbal remedy for the prevention and treatment of infections. With it ability to control mucus, kill bacteria and boost white blood cells, goldenseal is an effective herbal remedy for preventing and treating conditions from the common cold to yeast infections. This article describes the three ways goldenseal works, how to use it and what side-effect to look for.
Words: 687 Downloads: 0 Category: Alternative Medicine By: dslettenHerbal diuretics are more effective because they replace essential nutrients while flushing excess water from the body. Diuretics are used for swelling, PMS, high blood pressure, edema, swelling due to pregnancy as well as for many other health concerns. This article describes why people use diuretics, what a diuretic does and describes the most effective herbal diuretics available.
Words: 592 Downloads: 1 Category: Alternative Medicine By: dslettenYarrow is a plant that grows wild across North America, Europe and Asia and has been used for centuries as an herbal remedy for many different health conditions. This article describes the yarrow plant and its many uses and explains the forms it is available in as well as dosing instructions.
Words: 680 Downloads: 2 Category: Alternative Medicine By: dslettenA recent study has found a link between cholesterol levels in the elderly and depression. The surprising find is that men are affected differently than women. This article describes the study and its findings and also discusses the importance of treating depression in the elderly.
Words: 474 Downloads: 0 Category: Mental By: dslettenFor decades studies have shown that drinking red wine can help reduce the risk of heart disease; however a recent study shows that adding grapes or grape juice to the diet is just as effective in preventing heart disease without the harmful effects of alcohol. This article explains the beneficial effects of adding grapes or grape juice to the diet to prevent heart disease.
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