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	<title>Health Matters</title>
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		<title>Symptoms Of Allergy</title>
		<link>http://healthmatters.rcpartnership.org/2008/11/14/symptoms-of-allergy/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 23:06:45 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[An allergy refers to a misguided reaction by our immune system in response to bodily contact with certain foreign substances. It is misguided because these foreign substances are usually harmless and remain so to non-allergic people. Allergy-producing substances are called &#8220;allergens.&#8221;
Allergy and symptoms can be categorized as mild, moderate, or severe. Mild allergic reactions can [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>An allergy refers to a misguided reaction by our immune system in response to bodily contact with certain foreign substances. It is misguided because these foreign substances are usually harmless and remain so to non-allergic people. Allergy-producing substances are called &#8220;allergens.&#8221;</p>
<p><a href="http://www.findallergyhelp.com/allergies_and_symptoms.html" target="_blank">Allergy and symptoms</a> can be categorized as mild, moderate, or severe. Mild allergic reactions can include Rash, Itchy, watery eyes, Congestion, Mild reactions do not usually spread to other parts of the body.</p>
<p>The parts of the body that are prone to <strong>react to allergies</strong> include the eyes, nose, lungs, skin, and stomach. Although the various allergic diseases may appear different, they all result from an exaggerated immune response to foreign substances in sensitive people. The following brief descriptions will serve as an overview of common allergic disorders.</p>
<p>Allergic Rhinitis- more commonly called hay fever is the most common of the allergic diseases and refers to seasonal nasal symptoms that are due to pollens. In 1819, an English physician, John Bostock, first described hay fever by detailing his own seasonal nasal symptoms, which he called &#8220;summer catarrh.&#8221; The condition was called hay fever because it was thought to be caused by &#8220;new hay.&#8221;</p>
<p>Year round or perennial allergic rhinitis is frequently due to indoor allergens, such as dust mites, animal dander, or molds. It can also be caused by pollens. Symptoms result from the inflammation of the tissues that line the inside of the nose (mucus lining or membranes).</p>
<p><strong>The most common symptoms are</strong>: Stuffy nose, Runny nose, Sneezing, Nasal itching, Itchy ears and throat,  (throat clearing)</p>
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		<title>Ez Cures To Help Stop Your Snoring</title>
		<link>http://healthmatters.rcpartnership.org/2008/08/01/ez-cures-to-help-stop-your-snoring/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:19:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Almost all of the cures for snoring revolve around clearing the blockage in the breathing passage. This is the reason snorers are advised to lose weight (to stop fat from pressing on the throat), to stop smoking (smoking weakens and clogs the throat), and to sleep on their side (to prevent the tongue from blocking [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Almost all of the <a href="http://snoringinformationcenter.com/">cures for snoring </a>revolve around clearing the blockage in the breathing passage. This is the reason snorers are advised to lose weight (to stop fat from pressing on the throat), to stop smoking (smoking weakens and clogs the throat), and to sleep on their side (to prevent the tongue from blocking the throat).</p>
<p>Dental Appliances Can Cure For Snoring <a href="http://snoringinformationcenter.com/orthodontics-anti-snoring-appliances.html">http://snoringinformationcenter.com/orthodontics-anti-snoring-appliances.html</a></p>
<p>Specially made dental appliances such as a <a href="http://snoringinformationcenter.com/orthodontics-anti-snoring-appliances.html"><u><font color="#0000ff" face="Arial"><font color="#0000ff" face="Arial">mandibular advancement splint</font></font></u></a><font face="Arial">, which advance the lower jaw slightly, and thereby pull the tongue forward, are a preferred mode of treatment for social snoring. Typically, a dentist specializing in sleep apnea dentistry is consulted. Such appliances have been proven to be effective in reducing snoring and sleep apnea, however side effects include the possibility that a patient&#8217;s bite could be altered.</font></p>
<p>Sprays And Nasal Strips Can Stop Snoring</p>
<p>When you&#8217;re not asleep, air flows freely through your breathing passages. But at night, nasal passages become restricted and throat muscles relax, making it harder for air to pass through.</p>
<p>You may want to first try either the nasal strip, then the spray/rinse solutions on the market. Or you may need to use both together to get maximum results. Don&#8217;t give up until you&#8217;ve explored all snoring solutions.</p>
<p>Lifestyle Changes Can Cure Snoring</p>
<p>Alcohol and tobacco consumption each have an affect on the nasal and airway passages. If you are an individual that snores it is important to recognize that these two chemicals will negatively affect your body and increase the amount snoring that will occur when under their influence. Another cause of snoring can be allergies that block the nasal passages and affect the throat.</p>
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		<title>Tips To Help Your Arthritis Pain</title>
		<link>http://healthmatters.rcpartnership.org/2008/07/25/tips-to-help-your-arthritis-pain/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Jul 2008 16:58:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jktork</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Arthritis]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[If you have arthritis these tips may help.
You can use one or more of these methods for arthritis pain relief, excluding ones that prove not to work for you. These methods are designed to be used on top of medications or other doctor prescribed arthritis control, and should not be substituted from your doctor’s orders.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you have arthritis these tips may help.</p>
<p>You can use one or more of these methods for <a href="http://www.arthritisfactsheet.com/understanding_arthritis_pain.html" title="understanding arthritis pain">arthritis pain relief</a>, excluding ones that prove not to work for you. These methods are designed to be used on top of medications or other doctor prescribed arthritis control, and should not be substituted from your doctor’s orders.</p>
<p>Tip#1.<br />
The first thing you should realize about arthritis is that there is in no way one particular method of <a href="http://www.arthritisfactsheet.com/magnetic_bracelets.html">easing the pain </a>and controlling the disease. Different things work for different people, and you may have to employ more than one method to reach maximum relief.</p>
<p>Tip#2.<br />
Cold compresses can help in dealing with day to day pain while working in the kitchen or doing house chores. You may need to apply some kind of cold compress like bags of ice or ice packs multiple times throughout the day, but by setting up a schedule that works for you will allow you the opportunity to take a quick coffee or reading break while caring for your arthritis. Alternating hot and cold works for many people.</p>
<p>Tip#3.<br />
Use a hot tub. A lot of people use this method near the end of the day, where they can let their bones and joints soak until they’re relaxed enough to sleep well for the night. This method does not work for everyone and can be dangerous if you have additional health problems. For this reason, you will want to consult your doctor before using this method on a daily basis or making a part of your usual routine.</p>
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		<title>Health Benefits Of Green Tea</title>
		<link>http://healthmatters.rcpartnership.org/2008/07/14/health-benefits-of-green-tea/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 14 Jul 2008 21:26:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jktork</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[Besides helping one to lose weight are there any other health benefits available for drinking green tea. The health benefits of consuming green tea have been found to be enormous and with all of the health concerns we face today, green tea is becoming the beverage of choice in the United States.
Disease Prevention
Green tea originally [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Besides helping one to lose weight are there any other health benefits available for drinking green tea. The health <a href="http://greenteauses.com/benefits-of-green-tea.html">benefits of consuming green </a>tea have been found to be enormous and with all of the health concerns we face today, green tea is becoming the beverage of choice in the United States.</p>
<p><strong>Disease Prevention</strong></p>
<p>Green tea originally came from China around 800 A.D. The monks that went to China originally to study Buddhism, returned to Japan bringing the tea with them for medicinal purposes. It’s only recently that results have shown its power in preventing disease. Research has now discovered that the benefits of green tea contain antioxidant and antimicrobial activity, as well as other health promoting properties.</p>
<p>The main beverage in Japan is green tea. Most Japanese consume between five and six cups of green tea daily. Research has shown that the benefits of green tea ingredients of tannin and catechin in significant amounts, lowers deaths due to stomach cancer. The mortality rate from cancer is significantly lower for both men and women in Japan. The National Cancer Institute in Tokyo has now stated that catechin lowers the incidence of cancer. While it’s no miracle cure but then again what is green tea seems to be worth using. To learn more go to <a href="http://greenteauses.com/" title="Green Tea Uses">GreenTeaUses.com</a></p>
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		<title>Hearing Aids-Which Are The Best</title>
		<link>http://healthmatters.rcpartnership.org/2008/07/04/hearing-aids-which-are-the-best/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 04 Jul 2008 17:17:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jktork</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[Many&#8230; Most of us start loosing our hearing as we get older and usually end up wearing hearing aids. Many people are un happy with their hearing aids which ends up leading to the question which is, what is the best hearing aids.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Many&#8230; Most of us start loosing our hearing as we get older and usually end up wearing <a href="http://hearingaidfactsheet.com/hearing_aids.php">hearing aids</a>. Many people are un happy with their hearing aids which ends up leading to the question which is, what is the <a href="http://hearingaidfactsheet.com/the_best_hearing_aids.php" title="Best Hearing Aids">best hearing aids</a>.</p>
<p>I&#8217;m no expert but in my research I&#8217;ve found the answer to this question and it may surprise you. There is no best hearing aid. What works and makes you happy may not work for me. I have found though that if your hearing starts to diminish a little it doesn’t hurt to buy an inexpensive hearing aid and use it for a while before spending a lot of money on costlier custom hearing aids. This allows you to become use to them. Wearing a hearing aid is something different and can require some getting used to.</p>
<p>Keeping the above in mind if you are trying to find the best hearing aids, then there are really a few different kinds that you are going to want to know about. If your hearing is really bad you want to make sure that you consult with an audiologist who is going to be able to help you to choose the proper hearing aid for your own particular needs, budget and lifestyle.</p>
<p>Therefore it is really hard to classify any hearing as being the <strong>‘best hearing aids’</strong>, because the type of hearing aid that you should get is going to depend on the particular type of hearing problem that you have.</p>
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		<title>Hello world!</title>
		<link>http://healthmatters.rcpartnership.org/2008/06/20/hello-world/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Jun 2008 16:49:09 +0000</pubDate>
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