With the boating and fishing season about to get underway, many boaters and fishing fans look to find an effective way to prevent nausea for themselves and their family and friends. Advertising for these products is expected to heat up in the weeks to come.

New York, NY May 3, 2006 -- With the boating and fishing seasons about to get underway, the industry is expecting to see an increase in advertising of products to help alleviate or eliminate nausea.

With many consumers looking for ways to eliminate ‘sea sickness’ without needing to take medications that can have sometimes serious side-effects, many industry insiders are expecting to see consumers look towards alternative means of eliminating or preventing nausea associated with boating and other activities. . . . Read Full Article

The first significant change in non-prescription acne medication in 50 years goes deeper than clogged pores and bacteria. New medication works in the oil gland to reduce the negative effects of hormones.

Los Angeles, CA May 2, 2006 -- The first significant change in non-prescription acne medication in 50 years goes deeper than clogged pores and bacteria. New medication works in the oil gland to reduce the negative effects of hormones.

Alex Khadavi, MD, Associate Professor of Dermatology at the University of Southern California treats the primary cause of acne, the hormonal byproduct known as DHT. Dr Khadavi states, “Most consumers generally have no idea that the actual cause of acne begins with hormonal activity, not bacteria or clogged pores.” That is why women breakout during menstrual cycles, teens breakout during puberty and why periods of stress, such as the prom, weddings or big meetings, are often accompanied with embarrassing blemishes. . . . Read Full Article

Health savings accounts and uninsured care is a growing market, and some doctors are taking advantage of this new self pay market.

May 1, 2006 -- The percentage of working-age Americans with moderate to middle incomes who lacked health insurance for at least part of the year rose to 41 percent in 2005. This is a dramatic increase from the 28 percent in 2001 for those without coverage. These findings were released this month in a study by the Commonwealth Fund, a New York-based private, health care policy foundation.

How do doctors perceive this new population of uninsured patients? A growing number of doctors are realizing that middle income earners represent a new and growing market for their practices. In fact some doctors are moving away from insurance based practice to cash based practice, thereby serving the needs of uninsured middle income patients. Dr. Jeff Oster, medical director of HowMuchDoc.com has witnessed the growth of this uninsured market first hand. "Uninsured patients are very tentative and hesitant to enter into a relationship with a doctor for fear of cost" Oster said. "But once they realize that they can afford healthcare, the sense of relief is quite obvious." . . . Read Full Article

Providing a cultural and comprehensive analysis of African American food preferences, Medical Anthropologist Eric Bailey shows us how African Americans generally perceive health, body image, food, dieting, physical fitness and exercise and how each of these factors play a significant role in his new "cultural diet" plan for African Americans.

Greenville, NC May 1, 2006 -- In his new book (scheduled to be released this month), "Food Choice and Obesity in Black America: An Anthropologist Offers a New Cultural Diet," medical anthropologist Eric Bailey shows us how African Americans generally perceive health, body image, food, dieting, physical fitness and exercise. Like the majority of Americans overall, African Americans are becoming more overweight and obese than ever before. So, too, they are seeing the consequences -- heart attacks, strokes, hypertension, and Type II diabetes at earlier and earlier ages. Bailey offers a new "cultural" diet for African Americans and a way to work together collectively to not only understand this critical health issue but also to establish a lifestyle strategy that will be both effective and manageable. . . . Read Full Article

While Dead Sea health and beauty products are gaining popularity - many people are still not aware of the natural benefits on the skin. Cleopatra's Choice, a manufacturer of high end, skin care products made with Dead Sea minerals, has decided away free samples of their top ten facial care products. The reason for the "Try Before You Buy" promotion is the fact that many skin care customers have not been exposed to the benefits of Dead Sea cosmetics and Cleopatra's Choice believes that once people try their products they will turn into lifetime customers of the brand. This is the first online promotion of it's kind in the Dead Sea skin care industry.

May 1, 2006 -- Every day more and more people are turning to natural skin care products to replace the harsh chemical ingredients of many over the counter cosmetics. While this natural health and beauty revolution is gradually gaining steam, a large segment of this "natural conscious" group is newly discovering an ancient way to beautify their skin. The magical mineral ingredients which they are discovering can only be found at the lowest point on earth – The Dead Sea. . . . Read Full Article

For the first time in a human study, alkaline buffered garlic powder has produced as much of garlic’s major active ingredient as a full clove of crushed garlic, and 37 times more active ingredient in a simulated stomach acid test.

Fairfield, CA May 1, 2006 -- When a leading garlic researcher tested a new type of garlic pill in his Orem, Utah laboratory (Plant Bioactives Research Institute) this past month, the experiment ended up making history. Being demonstrated for the first time in a human study, a remarkably simple and newly patented technology featuring alkaline buffered garlic powder produced as much of garlic’s major active ingredient as a full clove of crushed garlic, and 37 times more active ingredient in a simulated stomach acid test. . . . Read Full Article

Starting a diet or fitness program can be pretty excitin--especially when the first few pounds come off or you get your first glimpse of muscular definition. You're fired up about your program, you think and talk about it to the point of boring your friends, and it would take a team of wild horses to pull you off track. But what do you do when, a few weeks later, you start to tire of counting calories and reps? You can't look at another salad, and you're searching for excuses to skip that lunch-hour workout. Your commitment is starting to flag and, even worse, you're haunted by one particularly dispiriting thought: I'm going to have to do this for the rest of my life! It's called motivation fatigue, and it's enough to send a strong woman shrieking into the night--or to the closest drive-thru. . . . Read Full Article

Obesity is our nation’s number one health problem, according to Secretary of Health and Human Services Tommy Thompson.

To avoid joining the “Fat Cat Club,” people nationwide are becoming exercise addicts and gulping low-carb diets. Healthy weight control is an especially acute concern for the more than thousands of wrestlers in high schools and colleges throughout the country.

If Frank Johnson eats a double bacon cheeseburger and supersized fries, that decision may bump him up into a higher wrestling weight class where he’ll experience tougher competition and end up losing a match he might have won at his optimal weight level.

The average adult tolerates a five to 10 point fluctuation in weight without undue concern. Not so for wrestlers, where a one to two pound variation is a high stakes proposition. . . . Read Full Article

Color, Color, Color! From Wedding Diva to Bohemian Chic, Fashion Lounge to Patent Leather, you will always find the rich, bright or glossy lacquer you need with China Glaze®. Offering more than 200 colors in the core line and numerous specialty collections every season, China Glaze® provides a broad selection of salon quality color.

Actress/producer Charlene Tilton loves ‘Go Crazy Red’. “It is my personal favorite,” says Charlene. “My daughter, Cherish, just loves the ‘Aqua Baby’ and ‘Edgy Copper.’ The colors are amazing and oh, so chic! There are so many colors to choose from!” In addition to fashion-forward shades China Glaze® offers strengthening treatments to enhance beauty while promoting healthy nail growth. A treatment such as the Anti-Microbial Cuticle Gel, which forms a kationic barrier against nail problems while conditioning cuticles, is only one of many top quality products that will ensure your clients the best possible manicure and pedicure. . . . Read Full Article

The development of anti-aging alpha hydroxy acid moisturizers is promising a new approach for adult onset female acne. To date thousands of women nationwide have successfully used the anti-aging acne treatment from Niora®, Alpha Clear®. Their experience with this moisturizing cleanser is compelling evidence that softening the skin and reducing wrinkles with alpha hydroxy acids can be an effective treatment for this persistent skin condition.

Niora® recognized over a decade ago the relationship between acne and anti-aging and has compiled thousands of testimonials, and completed two studies on Alpha Clear. The connection between anti-aging and acne first became apparent in the 1970's when two Dermatologists, Dr. Eugene Van Scott, and Dr. Albert Klingman begin investigating vitamin A as an alternative to benzoyl peroxide for the treatment of acne. The basis of most over-the-counter acne remedies such as Proactive, Clearasil and others, benzoyl peroxide has limited effectiveness and can be drying to the skin. . . . Read Full Article

The juice from the Noni fruit has long been considered a health drink by the people of Asia and the Pacific Islands. Indeed, results of a recent study in Greece shows that the fruit may help in the prevention of cancer.
The exotic tropical fruit Noni has properties that may be beneficial in preventing cancer, according to recent studies by a leading cancer research institute in Greece.

The Noni fruit has been consumed in drink form for centuries by people in the Pacific Islands and Asia, who swear by its ability to enhance overall health.A preliminary report by the University of Ioannina in Greece, commissioned by the German-based European distributor for Noni Juice New Zealand (NCT Nord Trading GmbH), appears to support those beliefs. . . . Read Full Article

Oceanside, CA April 23, 2006 -- The Natural Whole Food Bar (TNB) is pleased to announce the results of its glycemic evaluation. The official report received from Dr. Alexandra Jenkins, PhD, RD, Director of Research, for the Glycemic Laboratories, Inc. (Toronto, Ontario, Canada) is that the “Crunchy Almond” bar (68 gram) has tested out at a glycemic index of 22.2 and the “Crunchy Peanut” (68 gram) has tested out at 24.9 as well.

The results according to Dr. Jenkins indicate that “The Natural Whole Food Bars have a low glycemic index and were judged to be highly palatable”. The glycemic index is an important dietary factor used to determine the effect a substance has on blood sugar in the body. The glycemic index range is from 0-100 with 100 representing pure sugar. TNB President, CEO & Founder Dan Armentrout stated “Identifying the glycemic index of a product is a highly important and useful tool which allows people to pursue an optimal healthy lifestyle. . . . Read Full Article

Meriden, CT April 27, 2006 -- A new consumer survey of 1,158 women, released today from Thompson Brands, may have some answers as to why women are not receiving adequate amounts of calcium. The survey, gathered from Natural Woman Health e-newsletter, found that 66% of women believe they fail to consume adequate levels of calcium, even though an overwhelming majority of women between the ages of 20 and 50 correctly identified 1000 mg of calcium as the recommended daily intake. Respondents sighted the following challenges to adequate calcium intake:

~ 34% reported that they do not like dairy foods or cannot eat dairy foods
~ 28% indicated dieting as the obstacle
~ 16% replied they do not like taking pills such as calcium supplements
~ 8% reported that they get indigestion from calcium pills

Another important finding from the Natural Woman Health survey is that 81% of women 51 and over do not realize that the calcium intake should increase from 1000 mg to 1200 mg after 50 years of age. . . . Read Full Article

Breathing problems are the reason for millions of emergency room visits every year and conventional medical treatments often involve drugs, inhalants and even surgery. But a new discovery identifies a link between breathing problems and unresolved emotional issues and reports a 70 to 80 percent success rate without drugs.

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) April 27, 2006 -- Most people have experienced shortness of breath when under intense physical exertion. But excessive shortness of breath or dyspnea sends millions of Americans to the emergency room every year. Whether their breathing problems are attributed to asthma, allergies, or lung disease, most patients report feeling fearful and helpless when their breathing is jeopardized. Most use drugs to gain temporary relief. . . . Read Full Article

Many people reach for a painkiller when they have a headache or when their arthritis is acting up, but what if you're already taking aspirin every day? For people taking daily aspirin therapy to reduce their risk of heart attack and stroke, a recent study shows that regular use of other common painkillers might interfere with the benefits of the aspirin.

Aspirin, considered the wonder drug of the century, has been used for more than a hundred years taken to reduce pain. It belongs to a class of drugs known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or NSAIDs. In recent years, aspirin was found to impair platelets, the cells that are involved in clotting blood. This action helps minimize risk for heart attack and stroke by preventing blood vessels from being blocked when the cells clump together, cutting off the blood supply to the heart or brain.

While aspirin is capable of blocking . . . Read Full Article

If you're not making sushi at home you're missing out on a delicious and extremely diet-friendly meal. It's easy to make, fast, nutritious, and the raw fish you're afraid of is completely optional.

First let's have a brief overview of sushi for those who've never had it or those who have tried it but want to know more.

Sushi is the catch-all name for a wide variety of Japanese dishes. The word sushi actually refers to rice with rice vinegar added. Since this is a very basic and lightly flavored food, it is the many ingredients added to it that really define what dish you are eating. The raw fish you have heard of is sashimi - an ingredient of many types of sushi - but you can create sushi with virtually any ingredient that goes with rice. . . . Read Full Article

I know what you're probably saying right now. "Yea, right" or "what is this guy, some kind of a joker". Well, ordinarily you would be right on the mark with those comments, but there is a video game out there that not only can be a ton of fun, but can also give you a pretty good workout and make you lose weight in the process.

If you are a teenager or the parent of a teenager with a "Sony play station 2", then you likely already know what game I'm talking about. If not, the video game in question is called "dance, dance revolution" or DDR for short. This is a game that started out in video arcades, but now there is the home version you can buy. Let's look at how this video game can become part of a weight loss and fitness program. . . . Read Full Article

Botox is an injectable substance that is a medical grade form of the botulinum toxin A, also called botox botulism. It is a medical protein that is injected into the muscles of the face to minimize the appearance of furrows and lines.

Although the words botox and botox botulism sound frightening there is really nothing to worry about. The fact is that nobody has been harmed by botox or even had an allergic reaction to it. A lethal injection would consist of 2,500 - 3,000 units! Cerebal palsy sufferers are given doses of botox as high as 1,000 units routinely to help them with the associated muscle spasms. As the average dose for cosmetic reasons is 75 units, it is extremely safe. . . . Read Full Article

Flax seed has been popping up out of nowhere lately. Why you might ask? Well because of its many health benefits.

The first time you see flax seeds you were probably, like “ok, they look like sesame seeds, who are you trying to fool?” They may look like sesame seeds, but boy do they pack in a lot of nutrition. Flax seeds may come in different colors, but the colors don’t anything to do with the value of their nutrition. They are all equally beneficial to you. . . . Read Full Article

A year-long study conducted by the University of Toronto on dietary lycopene - an open-chain unsaturated carotenoid, or compound, that gives tomatoes their rich red colour - has confirmed that lycopene acts as an antioxidant and may be associated with a lower risk of certain chronic diseases including cancer. In addition, research confirmed that the absorption of lycopene in tomatoes by the body is actually enhanced when the tomatoes are processed into juice, sauces and other products.

"In this study we demonstrated that lycopene from tomato juice is indeed bioavailable, is an in-vivo antioxidant and lowers biomolecular oxidation. What this means is that lycopene is not only easily absorbed by the body but it maintains its antioxidant properties," says Dr. A. Venket Rao, Professor, Department of Nutritional Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, who conducted the independent medical research.
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It’s not really known how long tattooing has been around but it’s quite possibly as long as 12,000 years and we do know the ancient Egyptians practiced the art of tattooing.


One may think the art of tattooing has its history mainly with men. Not so. Women from various cultures tattooed their bodies for a variety of reasons. Take the women from Borneo. They would mark themselves to show what they were skilled at, such as weaving or the gatherer of medicinal herbs. This communicated their rank as marriage material. In western Asia, girls were marked in such a way as to show their place in society.

In the last 100 years tattooing was common among criminals, motorcyclists and gang members but in the last 20 years this has drastically changed, so much so that approximately 50% of all tattoos are done on women. And who are these women? These are the soccer moms, and professional women, the women from ages of 18 to 40. . . . Read Full Article

Weight training has long been known to improve health, improve strength, step up vigor, and improve the physique. Men have been taking advantage of this fact for many years now, but many women have avoided weight training and continue to do so because they see it as a masculine thing meant to bulk up muscle.

Many women have abstained from training with weights because of some misconceptions associated with women and weight training. If you have never given any thought to working out with weights before, it is probably because one or more of the common myths about women's weight training is stopping you. . . . Read Full Article

Well actually three words, color, color, color!!! I remember the world renowned, salon owner and entrepreneur, John Amico, once told me he is HAPPILY married, Never cheats on his wife, yet he comes home with 5 different women a year! How does he do it? With color (he colors his wife’s hair 4-5 times a year) and he says each time she looks like a new woman!!!

One of the keys to looking "stunning" with color is getting colors that blend well with your eyes and your skin tone. When this occurs your hair color(s) will not look so "man made-ish" and the hair color(s) you choose will not only compliment you, but also look very natural. . . . Read Full Article

The companies selling Lysine supplements have done a great job in getting people to buy a substance that has little value in managing a chronic herpes infection. Lysine has never been shown conclusively in clinical studies . . . Read Full Article

There's two words for makeup this spring. Think PINK! Not a traditional pink, though, but a more refined, dynamic pink!

Pinks in the past have been either bubble gum Betty or too pale and close to dead. The new makeup colors for spring 2006, however, have found their middle ground - more than visible on the lips but also refined and elegant, giving pink a new found respect.
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For every diet pill fad there are millions of disappointed users that have been cheated by the guru charlatan with the latest wonder working diet wiz pill. With the reflex flinch of one of those victims we poke the stick of revelation at hoodia. . . . Read Full Article

Summer is coming and so is the hot weather. Nobody likes to cook in the heat of summer. A really hot meal on a hot day is almost as unpopular. It could be that a cool, easy to prepare summer soup is just what you need. . . . Read Full Article

We all know that olive oil is wonderful and healthy for us to cook with, but what about its other uses? Truthfully, olive oil is another main ingredient in several beauty products you can buy on the shelf. See for yourself how you can make your own skin cocktails and save a little money at the same time. . . . Read Full Article

In today’s hectic World many of us women have little or no time at all to take care of ourselves. Wouldn’t it be nice to have a couple of hours just for yourself? Or simply have a more put together look? Here are some tips that will allow you to make time for your own beauty routine! . . . Read Full Article

Then there are millions of persons living alone who are prone to medical emergencies. Problem may occur at night, when nobody is around. Even healthy persons, with their hectic lifestyles in work-to-meet-the-deadline environments, are vulnerable to various types of heart and brain diseases, accidents and food poisoning.
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The biceps are another one of those overtrained muscle groups that bodybuilders have trouble with. Is it the ease of doing hundreds of curls or the uneducated decisions we make when training them? . . . Read Full Article

Health is something that cannot be taken for granted and early detection of any type of health challenge is needed today. With problems like high blood pressure, heart attacks, cholesterol, diet, better sex and prevention are but a few. . . . Read Full Article

The problem of insomnia is as old as time itself and affects the lives of literally millions of people worldwide. This article considers the time-honored traditional use of herbal remedies and, particularly, considers the use of valerian root. . . . Read Full Article

Primarily a Chinese remedy, acupuncture is a complementary modern treatment that cures infertility problems in both men and women. Acupuncture for infertility is most effective for those people who are suffering from problems like irregular ovulation, or blockage in the sperm ducts. . . . Read Full Article

The Greek island of Crete has always been identified with healing and regeneration. And once again, an ancient culture may offer lessons to the people of today! Following scientific research and statistical analyses, the Cretan nutrition and diet has been proven to promote health and longevity. . . . Read Full Article

Low-carbohydrate diets may be linked to higher overall and LDL or "bad" cholesterol levels, according to a study in the February 13 issue of Archives of Internal Medicine, a journal of the American Medical Association. . . . Read Full Article

Sometimes being "too skinny" can be just as difficult a problem to solve as being "too fat." Achieving a desirable body weight and shape involves changes in lifestyle — including diet, exercise and behaviors that support health. . . . Read Full Article

Anyone involved in the world of bodybuilding, and competitive sport generally, will understand the pressures that go with striving to achieve optimal performance. Sometimes athletes feel they cannot reach their peak without artificially enhancing . . . Read Full Article

As people age their beliefs about themselves change, and one of those beliefs is about their ability to lead an active lifestyle. Many older people believe that they can no longer exercise like they used to when they were young. In many cases this may be true. However, studies show that it is never too late to start exercising. Nobody is too old to begin exercising. But it is important to start slow and work your way up. Once you have established an exercise routine you’ll likely find that you can be healthier, more active, and feel better than you did and even in your younger years. . . . Read Full Article

It's no secret that walking and running are great cardio exercises that can help you lose weight and also improve your overall health at the same time. That's why home treadmills have become so common in recent years. A home treadmill has so many advantages, especially for very busy people who find it hard to fit going to a gym into their daily routine. Instead, if you have a half hour or so, just jump on the treadmill and get your workout done whenever time allows in the day. . . . Read Full Article

A man’s health is a very important aspect of his life. To say that “health is wealth” is not only to utter an old, used up mantra, but to mean that for most human beings, staying fit and healthy is parallel to being wealthy, for a person’s everyday life is influenced mainly by the state of his mind and body, especially by the presence and absence of certain diseases. . . . Read Full Article

There are two big health problems with Americans today
and that is obesity and diabetes running neck and neck.
Both created in an atmosphere of bad habits brought
about by a society of do-everything-you-want-to-do and
mostly that includes eating ourselves to death!

From 1990 through 1998 alone diabetes rose a startling 70%
among people in their 30's. The number increased by 40%
in the 40's age group and 31% increase in 50's age group.
Type II diabetes once known as adult-onset diabetes
occurred in people over 40 but is now occurring in children as
young as eleven or twelve and gong below that age in
the near future. The recent statistics show that over
16 million Americans have it and it is becoming an epidemic
largely due to the shift in our food choices. Last August,
the CDC reported that diabetes jumped 33 percent
nationally over all. . . . Read Full Article

People eat it daily (no it's not food addiction although that is high on the list) and what you are addicted to is in just about every item on the grocery store shelf... Canned, frozen, prepared foods, breads, pastas, legumes, etc... You can't imagine how much you are really eating of this substance. But it is a proven fact that if we can overcome this addiction you can improve your health and the health of the world...

More illness and disease has been traced to this very problem!!! . . . Read Full Article

There is a myth roaming about that only chemical and animal laden products can make for healthy glowing skin, yes that is all it is…a myth. In fact for more gorgeous and healthier skin the products we apply to our skin should be chemical free…

Natural and botanical can be far healthier and give you that healthy glow with great satisfaction and the confidence that you are not interrupting your hormonal balance in some way! Scientists are waking up slowly but we women are awake and screaming, give us healthy at a price we can afford and finally a few companies are coming around and hearing the shouts.

Sorry to say that not all companies out there are interested in your health as much as their wealth. When using body lotions, shampoo, conditioner, bath and shower soaps use botanical where possible… Not only does a certain rule apply with foods but in personal care products the adage of "Read Labels," must apply as well… Here are some facts you probably would rather not know but for your health's sake necessary! . . . Read Full Article

The Ultimate Antibiotic -- A Modern Medical Miracle
Silver has been used as a dependable health tool for millennia, but is now re-emerging as a modern medical savior. In ancient Greece, Rome, Phoenicia and Macedonia, silver was used extensively to control infections and spoilage. The "Father of Medicine," Hippocrates, was impressed with silver too. He taught that silver healed wounds and controlled disease. In 69 B.C. silver nitrate was listed in a contemporary pharmacopoeia as an anti-microbial tool. A few thousand years later (1897) doctors in America began using silver nitrate to prevent blindness in newborns. In many states, it is still used for this purpose. . . . Read Full Article

By Lena Sanchez

Fall is just around the corner and the thought of sitting in
front of the fireplace with a cup of hot beverage enjoying
the heat relieving cool crisp evening is so enticing.
Watching the leaves falling and enjoying fall flowers dotting
the countryside with heavenly beauty being anticipated.

Well all those things are good and enjoyable for most people
but there are a number of you who sit in front of an open
fireplace seeing through a fog of tears with the nose
running. A walk in the forest or woods brings tears to your
eyes kicking off a runny nose. You can't quite see that
gorgeous field of wildflowers for a fog of tears and itchy nose.

Why? . . . Read Full Article

By Lena Sanchez

Some very wise people once made the statement, "We are a nation of impending BIG BELLIES." Those very same wise people also stated that;

"It is bad news to learn from our leading authorities that 99 percent of the American people are deficient in minerals, and that a marked deficiency in any one of the more important minerals actually results in DISEASE. Any upset of the balance, any considerable lack of one or another element, however microscopic the body requirement may be, and we sicken, suffer, shorten our lives".

They go on to say "… each mineral element playing a definite role in nutrition. A characteristic set of symptoms, just as specific as any vitamin deficiency disease, follows a deficiency in any one of them. It is alarming, therefore, to face the fact that we are starving for these precious health-giving substances."

"Our soils which are seriously deficient in trace minerals, cannot produce plant life competent to maintain our needs, and with the continuous cropping and shipping away of those trace minerals and concentrates, the condition becomes worse. We are a nation of impending fat bellies!"

These statements were made in 1936 by the United States Congress, following a study of our food nutrient values, and reported in the Readers Digest that year. Those facts have only worsened with the years of land abuses, chemicals and pesticides introduced into our foods by the farmers and the fat bellies are now bouncing on every street in this world. Obesity is of epidemic proportions!!! . . . Read Full Article