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soilbug
1 post
Feb 27, 2009
9:18 AM
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Saint Johns Wort update.
New Cochrane Systematic Review research supports the use of st johns wort extract in treating major depression. Previous studies had advocated the use of this herb only for the treatment of mild to moderate depression.
Source: Wiley-Blackwell,2008
Natural Awakening February 2009
Portland Edition
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soilbug
2 posts
Feb 27, 2009
9:29 AM
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Did you know?
in 19th century France, bridegrooms were served 3 courses of asparagus at their prenuptial dinner for good reason: asparagus is a good source of potassium, fiber vitamins A, c, B6 and folic acid. The latter is said to boost histamine production necessary for the ability to reach orgasm in both sexes.
Source: TheFoodPaper.com
Natural Awakenings February 2009
Portland Edition
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soilbug
3 posts
Feb 27, 2009
9:53 AM
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Altruism's Sex Appeal.
Displays of altruism make a potential mate more appealing to the opposite sex, say British researchers.
They noted that the altruism, typically as unselfish concern for the welfare of others, doesn't have to be a grand act. Simple acts of selflessness, such as regularly donating blood or volunteering at a local Health care facility, scored high, especially among women.
"Evolutionary theory predicts competition between individuals, and yet we see many examples in nature of individuals disadvantaging themselves to help others,"
comments Tim Phillips, Ph.D., on behalf of the university of Nottingham UK 2008research team."
In Humans particularly, we see prepared to put themselves at considerable risk to help individuals they do not know,
for no obvious reward."
Source Natural Awakenings
Portland Edition February edition
Last Edited on 27-Feb-2009 9:59 AM
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soilbug
4 posts
Feb 27, 2009
10:37 AM
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Romancing The Scent.
Seduction by scent is at least as old as Cleopatra, who was said to have scented the sails of her barge with rose water to attract Mark Anthony.
Today, Indian Women traditionally wear garlands of jasmine flowers in their hair and Mediterranean brides adorn themselves with orange blossoms on their wedding day.
Scent has historically contributed to romance power.
The reason is found in the olfactory lobe of the brain,
which is part of the limbic system, the same area that
produces sexual desires. Essential oils may be
found in health food stores and specialty shops in personalized blends used to scent a room and as ingredients in massage oils and seductive perfumes.
Sweet orange, neroli, rose, jasmine, coriander, ylang-ylang, patchouli, ginger or sandalwood may be selected to enhance the mood of a romantic encounter. If used directly on the skin, essential oils should be diluted in a base, such as jojoba or almond oil. A few drops of these potent oils go a long way.
Last Edited on 27-Feb-2009 10:46 AM
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