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Danna Schneider's Articles Display Category|Title|Newest|Oldest My Experience with Vitamin C and Basal Cell Carcinoma Before I tell my story of how I believe a very simple, extremely cost effective, and totally natural treatment got rid of a basal cell carcinoma skin cancer, I want to clarify that I am not a medical professional, but rather simply a "lay person" who experimented with this method. I'm going to tell you the story of my experience with a topical vitamin C solution and how it got rid of my basal cell carcinoma lesion within a matter of days. Melanoma's Dramatic Increase : Another Reason to Self Tan Melanoma skin cancer, the most deadly form of cancer of the skin, has increased 50% since the early seventies in women alone. Men have only slightly increased, and then leveled off, meaning there is some other factor that makes women more susceptible to melanomas than men. With the prevalent thought being that factor is indoor tanning and excessive sunlight exposure, self tanning looks like the best option for a safe, natural glow. How to Not Lose Customers : Tips Every Business Owner Needs to Know As a business owner, and as a customer myself, I've seen my fair share of do's and don'ts in the realm of customer service, and I know what makes for a bad, average, and stellar customer experience. So, as a business owner who cares about repeat business and establishing a reputation to enable your business to grow, there are some tips to live and breathe by when it comes to customer service. Let's Talk Cellulite : Two New Treatments in Cellulite Reduction There are always new professional cellulite treatments that are supposed to be the latest, best thing out there, so it's hard to know what really works. Two of the newer procedures for treating and reducing cellulite problem areas are Velasmooth and the Triactive laser. Both are reported to significantly smooth, shape and contour cellulite problem areas with varying degrees of success per patient. Tips and Tricks For a Radiant, Dewy Complexion Have you pored over beauty and entertainment magazine pictures, looking at the pictures and wishing for that same ethereal, almost surreal looking skin that seems to emanate from within? There are several tips and tricks that we can use to enhance our skin and give it that dewy, natural and earthy look that is so coveted and held in high regard in today's beauty standard. Read on for surefire ways to achieve this look. The Link Between Obesity, Disease and Sleep There has been quite a bit of press lately about how sleep, the amount of it and the quality that you get on a regular basis, can affect more than just our moods and our alertness. Now there is gathering evidence that sleep may have a great impact on how much you weigh for a number of reasons. French Banning the Promotion of Pin Thin Women There has been quite a bit of talk about regulating the fashion runways over the past two years, after a young Brazilian model died of causes directly tied to her anorexia. However, France has taken it a step further, and is looking into passing a bill that makes it illegal to promote extreme thinness in any media outlet, including magazines, websites and runways. Avoid These Common Gardening Mistakes The gardening season is upon us, and the number of novice gardeners planting vegetables, flowers, and shrubs in the wrong place or at the wrong time, under watering and over watering different varieties will no doubt put many new gardener's new love in jeopardy and end in frustration and hopelessness. Well, if you go into it knowing some of the basics, you can definitely get a leg up on caring for your platns and making them beautiful. How an Infrared Sauna Improved My Health, Skin and Muscle Aches Far infrared saunas seem to be gaining popularity today in our health and fitness obsessed culture, but are they all hype? Do they really help with muscle soreness, skin problems, circulation and mood? Read on for my personal experience with our home infrared sauna. The Best Body Hair Removal Options for Men Other than the very costly procedure of laser hair removal, what are some of the other options that men have for hair removal? How can men get that stubborn hair off of their chest, back, arms and neck? We'll discuss some of the best, most modern options for men to rid their bodies of unwanted hair growth. The Role of Fear in This Faltering Economy Our president himself recently announced the economy is going through a rough patch. A combination of factors have created a very volatile stock market, housing market, increasing inflation, and a faltering job market, but one key component of a failing economy plays an intangible role in facilitating and perpetuating economic instability, and that is fear. Lose Weight With These Simple, Effective Strategies One of the greatest challenges facing us here in the US continues to be obesity and general health issues that are associated with being overweight, which it seems more and more of our population is these days. Recent studies confirm that one of the reasons the American culture has such serious struggles with obesity and weight control is our inability to figure out when to stop eating. Staying Healthy During the Cold & Flu Season Can we really increase our odds of NOT getting colds and flu during the winter season when these germs are most likely to come in contact with and infect us? Well, yes, there are plenty of ways for us to increase our immunity and bone up our defenses against their infiltration, and fortunately, these strategies also have numerous other health benefits if they are put into practice. Genetic Testing Shows Promise for Prostate Cancer Prostate cancer is still one of the leading cancers among men, and it is projected that roughly one in every six American men will be diagnosed with this type of cancer within their lifetime. Genetic testing is an up and coming field that may provide a more precise diagnosis by narrowing down the genetic likelihood that a man will get prostate cancer. Hate Shaving, Plucking, Waxing? Ways to Get Hair Free for Less It doesn't matter if you're a man or woman, excess body hair just isn't very attractive or appealing. Heck, these days I think men are shaving and waxing to get rid of body hair just as much as women are. So, are there easier, less expensive and less painful ways to remove hair permanently? Yes, read on to find out how. Free and Cheap Ways to Get Rid of Acne The very word "acne" conjures in many people's minds either past or present struggles with self image, embarrassment and feelings of helplessness if they've ever suffered this skin condition, or are currently suffering varying degrees of acne. So, what can you do, besides enlist the help of an expensive dermatologist to help combat acne and prevent new breakouts on your own, for next to nothing, or better yet, free? Costa Rica : The Vacation that Will Change You My recent vacation in Costa Rica was the first time I had ever travelled internationally, so naturally I was a little nervous about all of the "unknown" factors of international travel. Little did I know that this would be by far the best place I'd ever visited as far as visually stunning nature, but also the most hands-on when it came to seeing and sometimes interacting with nature. Getting Serious About Breast Cancer Prevention Few words produce a fear factor for women as the words "breast cancer". While it is currently true that there are some very promising advances in breast cancer research and treatment, it is still a prudent course of action to use prevention as your best defense against getting this cancer in the first place, and that is what we are ready to discuss. Why Medical Tourism is Gaining Popularity The medical tourism industry is just now starting to catch on, and shows signs that it will become a boon for foreign travel, and may even be a solicited "main attraction" in many far away destinations, in order to get eager US citizens to their country, spending money to get medical care that they otherwise may not be able to afford here in the US. See why this phenomena is catching on as the latest trend. Yerba Mate : The Healthier Coffee Alternative to Energize, Detoxify I was introduced to a natural product called yerba mate about two years ago, initially as a component of diet supplements and appetite suppressants, and then as a healthier alternative to coffees and some teas as an energy booster. It turns out, the more I learned about yerba mate, the more I realized this is a superior health drink as well as an excellent alternative to coffee. The Breast Feeding Quandry One of the evolving ideas is that all women breast feed their children. This is far from what is actually happening today due to women's ever evolving roles in today's society. What should women consider when deciding whether to breast feed? And what are the benefits and drawbacks? More Americans Living Paycheck to Paycheck In this day and age, you'd think that the gap between the wealthy and poor would be closing in, but in fact the opposite of this ideal is currently happening here in the US, and even the middle class is starting to feel the squeeze of living paycheck to paycheck. Exercises for Those "Saddle Bags" on Your Thighs If you're a woman, you've most certainly heard of a phrase called "saddle bags" which is a euphamism (if you can call it a euphamism) for those stubborn pockets of fat that tend to accumulate on women around the outsides of there thighs, creating, well, a look of saddle bags. You probably think, like me, that you're stuck with them. There's good news though, there are exercises that help minimize their appearance. The Lipolysis Fat Reduction Method When I initially read the article on a newer fat melting procedure, I thought "Oh boy, here we go again, another gimmick in the world of fat loss". Whenever I hear the words "melt" and "fat" in the same sentence, call me crazy, but I tend to be a bit skeptical because we all know that you cannot melt the fat off or out of your body, no matter how badly we'd all like to at times. Enter Lipolysis, a new fat reduction procedure... Juvederm vs Restylane : My Lip Enhancement Experience Dermal fillers have been getting a lot of attention lately in the world of cosmetic dermatology and anti aging. And all for a good reason. Dermal fillers such as Restylane and Juvederm can make a dramatic difference in the appearance of a person's skin, all with minimal time, a fairly reasonable cost, and minimal invasiveness and pain. Hypnosis for Weight Loss : My Experience The subconscious mind is a subject of much debate. Some say that it wields more power over our everyday actions than we know, while others discount it as more or less an additional complexity of the vast human mind to be pondered , but nothing so powerful as to control our every choice. This is where self hypnosis enters the picture, and the power of the subconscious mind is said to weild the ultimate power over our everyday choices. Knowing What You're Signing No matter how many times it is repeated to us, most of us sign our name to hundreds, if not thousands of contracts, documents, affidavits, binders, and other legally binding contracts in our lifetime, without reading all of the dubious “fine print” that is almost always attached. But do we really know and understand what we are signing? The answer is no, and it could end up getting us in hot water some day. Botox, Peels, and Microdermabrasion The "right" anti aging treatment could be dramatically different depending on a number of attributes, including race, gender, ethnic background, environmental exposure such as sun and diet, products used, and a number of other factors that we probably wouldn't even think of. administered anti aging treatments. This is precisely why it is important to discuss these with a professional that you feel comfortable with. Sleep and Your Mind Sleep. Without it, we would lose a lot of our daily, taken-for-granted mental capacities, or worse, we may even go insane without it. For maintenance of our mental and physical health, there is no replacement for a good, relaxed, sound night of uninterrupted sleep. Dermatologist Shortage? The explosion in skin care technology has resulted in a related increase in demand for skin care professionals - AKA dermatologists, and there are currently not enough dermatologists in some major metropolitan areas to fulfill these demands. Just ask the many on long wait lists just to get an appointment for routine dermatological checkups. Bizarre Sleep-Driving Draws Attention to Prescription Sleep Aids You've probably heard of sleep walking, talking in your sleep, and even slightly more bizarre waking/sleep phenomena such as cleaning and other normal activities being carried out while one is technically, and for all intents and purposes, asleep. Alli Fat Binder : Have Your Fat and Eat it Too? Well, now it seems this "miracle calorie cutting pill" we had all hoped for may be closer to a reality. News has abounded lately with the buzz about a new OTC (over the counter) diet pill offering which is a weaker form of a prescription weight loss aid called Orlistat. It's name is "alli", and it may be the biggest weightloss news for 2007.... Using Herbs for Hot Flashes We've all heard the term "hot flashes", unless we've lived under a rock, or are too young to pay attentino to such health woes. Hot flashes are typically associated with the period in life where a woman goes through what is called perimenopause, and then menopause. Breathing and Flexibility Training at Your Desk Do you have a desk job? I do, and many times sitting all day can really take a physical toll on the body, making us more tired, and less apt to working out or getting the physical activity that our body's naturally crave when you get home. There are several flexibility and breath training exercises you can do at your desk to de-stress and re-energize. Naturally Therapeutic Pain Relief Pain. What is pain? Is pain merely a series of electrical currents, perceived as an unpleasant force, that silently but quickly travels through our bodies in different affected areas? Well, pretty much, on a purely scientific level, this is exactly what pain is. There are natural ways that you can relieve pain effectively without drugs. House Hunting's Unique Challenges : My Experience Recently I've had the first-time experience of shopping around for my first home. That's right, for me, the days of care-free, maintenance-free renting, small storage spaces, and restrictive landlord policies on everything from decor to parking spots have grown tiresome, and I'm ready to finally take the plunge into full fledged homeownership. Does Death Really Begin in the Colon? You may have seen the catch phrase "Death begins in the colon" before, and chances are you probably saw it in conjunction with an ad or information for some sort of colon cleansing or colon health system. What are the implications of this profound statement, if any? Vitamins and Hair Loss : The Nutritional Connection Hair loss and balding is not only a huge and increasing problem for men with male pattern baldness, but it is also unfortunately on the rise for women. Research suggests that there are actually genetic causes for balding, but there are also hormonal imbalances at work, and sometimes even vitamin and mineral deficiencies which only add to and accelerate hair loss and thinning. Food and Nutrition in the News : 2006 The year 2006 has really been a landscape for changes in food and new and exciting news about food and nutrition, hasn't it? Just a few of the news items that come to my mind in this arena are the fact that cloned foods have been approved by the FDA, and the ever so controversial trans fat ban that has been a raging debate for much of 2006, and may likely continue into 2007. Lip Plumping 101 : 5 Secrets to Bigger, Poutier Lips Full lips never seem to go out of style. Even in the eighties, when full lips were not necessarily all the rage, we saw Hollywood beauties like Kim Basinger and Kelly LeBrock as the epitome of female beauty, and guess what, they both had those enviable "pillow lips" that women pay money to achieve in a doctor's office today. Hybrid Cars Popularity on the Wane? Hybrid cars enjoyed a huge boost in sales amid skyrocketing gas prices over the past few years of uncertain economic times and restless consumers. Now that gas prices have stabilized, are these eco-conscious, spendthrift's dream vehicles waning in popularity? My Experience with Microdermabrasion for Acne Scarring Microdermabrasion is a popular skin treatment performed in thousands of skin care spas and dermatologist offices worldwide. What can microdermabrasion do for you? Well, I've had three sets of microdermabrasion treatments, and here's my experience with this non-invasive skin care treatment for acne scarring. Clenbuterol, A Dangerous Hollywood Fat Loss Trend? There seems to have been a rash of unexplained, dramatic weight losses in Hollywoodland as of late, and some are suspecting that there is more than just a strict diet and punishing exercise routines at work. A drug called Clenbuterol is suspected to be behind some of the Hollywood dramatic size reductions these days. Silicone Breast Implants to Beat Out Saline? It's official. The FDA has finally lifted their almost 14 year ban on silicone breast implants amid overwhelming health complaints from women who had this implant device. Now, the FDA is backing the return of the infamously more natural feeling and looking breast implant, and two lucky manufacterers seem to have the corner on the market right now. The Healing Power of Yoga For me, yoga was strictly a relaxation exercise, one designed to help stretch my muscles and soothe my busy mind. Little did I realize, I was getting an excellent workout with yoga, combined with all the benefits of a serious cardio workout, as was apparent upon waking up the next day to an invariably sore rump and tummy. Preventing Identity Theft : What Can You Do? Identity theft is becoming an increasingly used buzzword in today's high tech world of online banking and bill paying, and with the advent of services like Paypal and shopping cart. We hear about identity theft in the news all the time, and we think we very well may be at risk, but we're not sure what to do to help prevent it. These are tips that can help you to never be a victim of this federal crime. Non Surgical Face Lifts : Is There an Effective Alternative? Face lifts are one of the most serious surgeries you can have when it comes to cosmetic surgery. It is certainly not anyone's wish to come out looking like they've have their face pulled back, but rather that they have turned the clock back ten years, gracefully. Unfortunately, the "good" facelifts are few and far between. Are there really any effective alernatives, a "non surgical facelift", if you will? The Energy Crisis : Headlines in the 60's and 70's All the rage in the revolutionary years of the 1960's and 1970's were the smaller, more compact vehicles. It's the time during which we saw the first emergence of awareness of our planet, what we were doing to it and the dawn of environmental "green" thinking. Just as a critically ill person becomes well and forgets about his or her life crisis situation, we Americans forget about the energy crunch. Chocoholics Rejoice Chocolate is Healthy? I've always considered chocolate to be one of the most decadent, satisfying and unquestionably addictive foods on this earth (along with countless other women, I'm sure). It's been there for me as a pleasure-producing comfort food through rough times, blue moods and trying times on the job. So, how could something that elicits such feelings of bliss be “bad” for me? American Obesity : Portions Gone Wild I used to be one of those people who did not like to go to the higher end, gourmet or "healthy" restaurants. It wasn't because I didn't like the food, or that the atmosphere was not to my liking, it was because they served, in what had become my Americanized idea of meal portions, "skimpy portions". Now I realize they had it right. [1] [2]	Publish for Free Sign Up For Free Learn More Please Support Our Sponsors Authors and Writers Submit Articles Submission Guidelines Link to Us Member Login U Publish Store Publishers Article RSS Feeds Link to Us Contact Us More Link to Us Privacy Policy Terms of Service Submission Guidelines Top Authors Popular Articles Article Aids We Recommend SubmitYourArticle iSnare Article Marketer Published.com Article Directories Word Count Utility Search U Publish by: Title Author Keyword

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