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Alvin Toh's Articles in Fitness

  • Women Business: 4 Tips On Brainstorming Business Ideas
    According to a study by three prominent women's business organizations the National Foundation for Women Business Owners (NFWBO), Catalyst, and The Committee of 200, women who launch their businesses are primarily inspired by an entrepreneurial idea. Entrepreneurship offers the opportunities to implement entrepreneurial ideas and gives women a sense of recognition since they work for themselves.
  • Women Business Owners Making Their Mark in the 21st Century
    It is estimated that the number of firms owned by women has grown about double the rate of all other firms in the past ten years. Marjorie Alfus, chairperson for Women’s Business Research said, “Women business owners are significant players in the nation’s economy and their momentum shows no signs of slowing down”.
  • Why Taking Aspirin For Headache May Be Prolonging A Bigger Problem – 3 Things You Need To Know
    Headaches can range from annoying to downright debilitating. Many people reach for the aspirin bottle as soon as a headache starts. Most headaches are not serious but some can be. However, if you have recurrent headaches there are 3 things you should know before taking aspirin.
  • Why Post Nasal Drip Occurs So Rampantly (When There Are Quick Natural Cures)
    Post nasal drip is a condition where thin, watery mucus discharge drips into the back of the throat from the nasal passages. The nose and throat glands produce mucus continuously to wash away dirt, fight infection, moisten the nasal passages and humidify the air. Repeated use of drug medications may lead to swollen nasal passages. Over the counter medications to dry the sinuses only mask the problem and can make you drowsy.
  • There's No Place Like Home To Start A Women Owned Business
    Women are taking control of their financial destinies and careers by starting and running their own business. Women owned business opportunities are often of the work-at-home type due to several reasons.
  • The Dangers Of Trileptal: What You Should Know
    Trileptal is also known as oxcarbazepine. It is an anti-seizure used to stabilize the levels of electrical activity in the brain. It is most often prescribed to patients who have ADHD combined with oppositional defiant disorder (ODD). While other anti-seizure medications have undergone various studies, the effectiveness of Trileptal has not been studied extensively.
  • Siemens Hearing Aids: What You Need To Know
    Siemens is a leading manufacturer of hearing aids worldwide. In business for more than 125 years, Siemens is the largest manufacturer of hearing aids. One in every five hearing aids sold is a Siemens hearing aid.
  • Review Of Hearing Aids: Siemens, Beltone, Phonak & Starkey
    Hearing aids are available in analog or digital version. Analog hearing aids have been on the market for quite some time and are the least expensive type of hearing aids. Today, most hearing aids are digital as these provide better amplification, cleaner sound quality and can be programmed by computer. They are becoming more affordable as their prices have fallen.
  • Recognizing ADHD Symptoms In Children
    ADHD symptoms can be divided into three categories. These are inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity. Learning to recognize ADHD symptoms can help to determine when to seek professional help. These symptoms need to be present for...
  • Recognizing ADHD Symptoms
    ADHD is a condition that affects many children and it is can be difficult for parents to distinguish whether their child has it or not. So what are the symptoms of ADHD and what should you really be looking out for?
  • New Study Finds Doctors Overprescribing Antibiotics For Sinus Infections
    Doctors are unnecessarily prescribing antibiotics for sinus infections. According to the study published in the March issue of Archives of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, US, antibiotics were prescribed for 82 per cent of acute sinus infections and nearly 70 per cent of chronic sinus infections.
  • New Generation of Behind The Ear Hearing Aids
    Hearing loss is a common condition that affects adults and children. 1 in 3 people over the age of 60 have hearing loss. However, a growing number of young people (in theirs 30s and 40s) are suffering from hearing loss caused by excessive noise such as loud music, motorcycle engines and loud nightclubs. Yet, many people refuse to wear a hearing aid as for aesthetic reason; the device makes them look old.
  • Natural Ways to Relieve Migraine Headache
    Migraine is the most common type of vascular headache. 28 million Americans and 10 million people in the UK suffer from migraine headache. Women are three times more likely to have migraine than men. The conventional treatment of migraine headache involves drug medications, which are not without side effects.
  • Natural Remedies For Headache
    Everyone gets a headache from time to time. Most headaches are not serious and will pass with time. However, they can be annoying and may cause us to lose concentration and not be able to enjoy what we are doing. While there are many over the counter and prescription medications for headaches they are not without side effects.
  • Natural Cure For Sinus Infection
    Sinus infections can be painful and uncomfortable. Antibiotics are usually prescribed to treat sinus infections but they are not the recommended long term solutions. I suffer from sinusitis and found that natural sinus remedies work best for me. Here are some you can try.
  • Morning Sickness Cures
    Some women experience morning sickness throughout their pregnancy. The degree of symptoms varies in each individual. Contrary to what its name suggests, morning sickness does not always occur in the morning. It can happen throughout the day. Although there is no absolute cure for morning sickness, there are methods that can alleviate morning sickness symptoms.
  • Massage Therapy and Back Pain
    With inflammation, the back muscles can spasm, thus causing both lower back pain and difficulty in moving. Massage therapy helps to relieve muscle spasm, improve body circulation and promote healing injuries. It can also help prevent injury. The large upper back muscles are also prone to irritation, either due to weakness or overuse.
  • How To Get Rid Of Migraine Headaches Without Aspirin
    Migraine headaches can be debilitating. They are by far the most severe headaches you can have. A migraine often starts with light sensitivity and is sometimes accompanied by nausea or vomiting. The severe headache will begin shortly after these other symptoms start. Over the counter medications such as aspirin may do little to help ease the pain. Natural migraine remedies can help to relieve the severe pain without the side effects of drugs.
  • How To Get Rid Of Headache
    Headaches can be annoying and a severe headache may even stop you from being able to function properly. Headaches are common and can occur to anyone. Unless a headache is chronic it is usually not serious. Although there are many over the counter headache relief medications, they are not without side effects and should not be taken too often.
  • How To Get Rid Of Catarrh
    The conventional drug treatment is decongestants which should only be used for the short term. There are non-drug catarrh remedies that are safer for adults and children. These include homeopathic, home and natural remedies. They can be helpful in easing the symptoms of runny nose, stuffy nose or swollen sinuses.
  • How to Easily Start a Women Owned Business from Home
    The boom in home based businesses for women could be due to the fact that more women want to be able to stay at home with their children without sacrificing a career. Many want more flexibility, independence and control, instead of being told what to do. It is a way to escape the glass ceiling of the corporate world.
  • Herbal Remedies For Sinus Infection
    Many people are affected by sinus problems each year. Once you get a sinus infection you are almost assured of getting more in the future. Many medications fail to help get rid of sinus symptoms such as headache, stuffy nose and infection. Herbal remedies for sinus have been used successfully for centuries. They are safe and easy to use and have no ill side effects that most medications have.
  • Hearing Loss Prevalent In Baby Boomers
    Hearing loss has always been a problem in those over 65 years old. But now, more youngsters and baby boomers are being diagnosed with hearing loss. Exposure to excessive noise levels is the main culprit.
  • Hearing Aids: 4 Tips On Choosing The Right One
    When the symphony doesn’t sound as sweet and the laughter of your grandchildren is slowly fading away, wearing a hearing aid is one of the best ways to improve your hearing ability. There are several factors to consider when buying a hearing aid, such as your budget, hearing aid style, technology, lifestyle concerns and hearing loss level.
  • Hearing Aids Review: The 4 Leading Brands
    Are you looking for a hearing aid but don’t know where to start? Here is the definitive guide to the leading brands of hearing aids. I will review some of the top names in hearing aids...
  • Got A Business Idea But No Money? Here Are 5 Tips On Funding A Women Owned Business
    More women are leaving the corporate world to become entrepreneurs. According to the Center for Women's Business Research, the number of majority women-owned businesses increased 42% between 1997 and 2006. For the past two decades, majority women-owned firms have continued to grow at around two times the rate of all firms.
  • Do You Recognize The 8 Symptoms of Migraine Headaches?
    Migraine headaches are usually very intense pounding headaches that often involve only one side of the head. Migraine pain is so intense that you know it is no ordinary headache. Even slight movement can worsen the pain. Migraine headache sufferers tend to experience repeated bouts of migraine attacks and can be debilitating
  • Do You Recognize The 7 Early Warning Signs Of Nasal Polyps?
    Nasal polyps are small nodules inside the nasal passages. They can be the cause of post nasal drip, sinus problems and can even obstruct breathing. Knowing the early warning signs of nasal polyps can help you diagnose and treat the problem. If you have any of these symptoms or warning signs, you should discuss them with your doctor.
  • Do You Recognize The 7 Early Warning Signs Of Catarrh?
    There are early warning signs of catarrh that you can be aware of. If you have these symptoms, make sure you seek treatment as soon as you can. The sooner you treat the catarrh the better. Often you can stave off a more serious infection.
  • Dietary Treatments For ADHD
    Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a psychological disorder that affects an estimated 10% of all school age children. Ritalin and Adderall are stimulants commonly prescribed by doctors to treat ADHD symptoms. The side effects of these drugs include decreased appetite, insomnia, increased anxiety, irritability, mild stomach aches or headaches. As a result, many sufferers seek alternative treatments over drug medications for ADHD.
  • Cord Blood Stem Cell Breakthroughs: Cure For Diabetes?
    A team of South Korean researchers, headed by Prof. Kang Kyung-sun of Seoul National University, has successfully grown pancreatic beta cells from umbilical cord blood stem cells of newborn babies. The stem cells are able to secrete insulin, the hormone necessary for treatment of diabetes.
  • Cord Blood Banking: Should You Bank Your Baby’s Cord Blood?
    Cord blood banking is a relatively new concept. It is only in the last ten years that people have seriously begun to bank their baby’s cord blood. While the practice of banking cord blood is still not common it is becoming more popular as people begin to learn about its benefits.
  • Cholesterol and Heart
    Coronary heart disease is the main cause of death in America. There are several contributing risk factors to heart disease and cholesterol is one of them that can be controlled. Not all cholesterol is bad, so a good understanding and knowledge of the facts about cholesterol can help you to live a healthier life.
  • Catarrh – What You Need To Know
    Catarrh is mucous blockage or discharge often caused by swelling of mucous membranes and by excess mucus. The symptom is frequently associated with a cold but is also found with other conditions such as sinusitis, ear infection, and tonsil or adenoid infections.
  • Bone Anchored Hearing Aid (Baha) – What You Need To Know
    The bone anchored hearing aid (or Baha) is a surgically implanted system for treating hearing loss. The system uses direct bone conduction, where sound is conducted through the bone rather than through the middle ear and has been used successfully since 1977.
  • Bluetooth Hearing Aids: What You Need To Know
    For those who wear hearing aids the technology provides the ability to use hands free devices along with the hearing aid. As most hearing aid users know, in the past, there have been compatibility issues with hearing aids and devices such as cell phone headsets and iPod ear piece. However, the latest technology incorporates Bluetooth wireless technology into hearing aids, making them compatible with many Bluetooth enabled devices.
  • Blocked Sinus: 4 Ways To Clear It Naturally
    Blocked sinus can be a frustrating and irritating condition. It may cause difficulty in eating or sleeping. Blocked sinus can lead to a sinus headache and even equilibrium problems when the blockage reaches the ear. While some prescription medications may provide some relief, natural home remedies can be effective in clearing a blocked sinus. The latter do not have any ill side effects, are non-habit forming and...
  • Best Digital Hearing Aids
    Siemens has been in the hearing aid industry for over 125 years. It produces a large variety of digital hearing aids, equipped with state of the art technology. Siemens digital hearing aids come in various sizes, designs and advanced features to suit everyone’s needs and budget. They have digital hearing aids for children as well as adults.
  • ADHD Support Groups: Why Joining One Can Help You
    Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a condition that can have a significant impact on your quality of life when you don’t get the proper care and support. Whether you have ADHD or whether a family member or friend has been diagnosed with it, joining an ADHD support group can help you deal better with the disorder.
  • ADHD Non-Drug Treatments
    Although medications are commonly used to treat ADHD, there are a range of non-drug treatments that can manage the symptoms. Some of these treatments are used in conjunction with medications. Where it’s not necessary to take medications, non-drug treatments are recommended.
  • ADHD Diet: Treating ADHD Naturally
    If you are looking for an alternative treatment to ADHD, you may want to consider making dietary changes. Dietary changes have been effective in controlling the symptoms of ADHD in some children and adult. Essentially, an adhd diet is about..
  • 9 ADHD Parenting Tips
    Parenting ADHD children can be stressful, frustrating and overwhelming. ADHD children have a shorter attention span than other kids and they often anger easily when they don’t get their way. Parenting through these difficulties will help raise a happy, healthy child. Here are 9 ADHD parenting tips to help you cope with and support your ADHD child.
  • 7 Tips On Buying Hearing Aids
    Do you need a hearing aid but don’t know where to start? With so many features, styles, brands and prices to choose from, it’s no wonder why shopping for a hearing aid can be a daunting task for a new user.
  • 5 Tips On Preventing Hearing Loss
    Hearing loss, which was once associated with the elderly, is becoming a prevalent problem in youngsters and baby boomers. Exposure to loud music for extended period of time tops the list of noise induced hearing loss.
  • 5 Tips On Choosing Digital Hearing Aids
    If your hearing seems to be less than it used to be, do not fear. Millions of people suffer from some type of hearing loss. Hearing aids are now better than ever but choosing one can be a little overwhelming. Here are 5 tips on choosing digital hearing aids...