Disposable Contact Lenses Disposable contact lenses first appeared on the market in 1987. Since then they have become one of the most popular options for contact lens wearers. They're comfortable, safe and come in a variety of different types. Disposables are designed to be worn and discarded either daily, weekly, bi-weekly or monthly. [...]

Contact Lenses - Choosing Contact Lenses Contemporary contact lenses are comfortable, long-lasting (unless by design, as in disposables) and very safe. Yet, there are some risks and limitations in wearing them and knowing what those are can help you choose the type that's best for you. Of course, any such decision should be made [...]

Contact Lenses vs Laser Surgery Every choice carries benefits and risks. Weighing them can be tricky. But the pros and cons of buying contact lenses versus having laser surgery can be boiled down to a few simple guidelines. Any decision made between getting contacts or laser surgery on your eyes should be made [...]

Diet Secrets of the Stars Celebrities always look fabulous. Whether appearing in television or films or strutting down the red carpet during movie premiers and awards, they never cease to fascinate us with their larger than life presence. The truth is, it takes a lot of effort to look the way they do, [...]

Contact Lenses - Can lenses be harmful? Modern contacts are manufactured to extremely high standards. Millions wear them daily and for years without health problems or even discomfort. Still, about 4% of all contact lens users experience some type of health issue at some point. Risks of wearing contact lenses, while very low, are [...]

Managing your stress is vital to your health if you want to lessen the heartburn symptoms you endure on a daily basis. Although there isn't a scientific connection between heartburn and stress, there's lots of evidence for an indirect link. Stress can cause us to eat too much, choose the wrong foods, lose sleep, [...]

From herbal tea to supplements to creams, there seems to be no limit to natural sleep aids. There are various great, non-addictive, natural alternatives for insomnia that are affordable, but also easy to use to get the relief that you need. Natural health products for stress and insomnia are not only available in many local [...]

In today's high tech culture, there are any number of gadgets and gizmos that simplify our lives. Among the most useful product innovations is the permanent filter air purifier. These products are particularly useful for those who suffer from allergies to dust, pets and pollen. Thanks to this valuable invention you can now enjoy [...]

Cholesterol, what is it and why is this a problem? High blood cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease, the leading cause of death in the United States. About 17% of adult Americans have high blood cholesterol (240 mg/dL or more total cholesterol). Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance found in your body. [...]

A very interesting article appeared in todays Sunday Times. Basically the Newspaper is supporting the Woodland Trust and it's planned new wood of 600,000 native trees which will cover 850 acres near St Albans in Hertfordshire. Woodland therapy takes disturbed and troubled teenagers andintroduces them to nature. The gentleman who drives the project had this [...]