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It is extremely important that you provide your beardie with proper lighting. Without it, he will suffer numerous health problems. Bearded dragons need UVA and UVB. Without UVB light, your dragon won't be able to manufacture his own vitamin D3. This prevents him from digesting calcium which will eventually lead to metabolic bone disease. There are several options you have when looking for a UVB source. Some UVB sources don't generate heat, so you will need to buy a heat lamp to make up for it. If you want something that produces both heat and UVB rays, you should consider buying mercury vapor bulbs. They are more expensive, but you won't have to buy a lamp for additional heat. Whichever option you...

Although bearded dragons are naturally strong and sturdy, it shouldn't be ignored on how to take care of them. You should take granted of the this fact. In fact, this pet can live up to 15 years is you really focus on them, providing proper care. There are several facts that you should understand as bearded dragon owner. This pet is a dessert animal, they do need a lot of sunlight throughout their life. The vitamins and calcium intake need the sunlight for absorptions, else they will be sick quickly. This is the main reason that providing a UVA and UVB for them as the natural sunlight they have during the day time. Besides the lighting setting in the vivarium, a proper dietary plan is another factor...

Mention Vitamin D to most people and they will try not to yawn. One of the less glamorous vitamins it is known as the sunshine vitamin because our skin, when exposed to the ultraviolet rays in sunlight, manufactures vitamin D. Not unexpectedly sunscreen on the skin blocks this production. The remainder of our body's supply of this vital vitamin comes from a limited number of foods. The main role of vitamin D is thought to promote intestinal absorption of calcium. Calcium is crucial for bone development. Children without enough vitamin D suffer from a disorder of abnormally soft bones known as rickets resulting in extreme bowing of the legs and dental problems. Adults with vitamin D deficiency can...

If you are interested in owning a pet lizard, one species you might want to consider purchasing is the Bearded Dragon. Commonly referred to as "beardies" by those who own them, Bearded Dragons tend to be quite tame and are relatively easy lizards to care for. Since they are generally calm in nature, they are also a good choice for families with children who are looking for an exotic pet, though it is important to be certain to wash your hands thoroughly with antibacterial soap after handling a Bearded Dragon as you should with any reptile. This precaution can protect you and prevent the transmission of salmonella. Recognizing a Bearded Dragon Bearded Dragons have a very distinctive look, as their...

We know that our mothers and fathers contribute to our health and wellbeing by giving us the genetics that determine how easily we fight off illness as well as how tall we are and the color of our hair. But did you know that what your mother ate during her pregnancy can influence your health status later in life? There are a number of studies that show the importance of not only good health in a woman at the start of her pregnancy, but continuous good nutrition for the duration of the pregnancy and throughout lactation as well. Some of the studies include: - Women who smoke during pregnancy are more likely to have children who smoke (Science Daily November 29, 2006) - Overweight women who become...

Bearded Dragons are extremely hardy lizards, when they are providedwith the proper temperatures and lighting in their environment. However, they are also pets who do their best to hide theirsymptoms from us when they become ill, as do most other reptiles. This is no doubt an instinctual behavior, since a sick Beardie, inthe wild, would probably not live for very long. Since your Beardie can't groan or complain about where it hurts,you must use your observation skills to determine when something isnot right. There are times when a healthy Beardie will actdifferently, but these changes should be seen for what they are bythe experienced veterinarian. Because of this, you need to be very aware of what...

Bearded dragons are omnivorous reptiles, which means they eat both vegetables and live food (insects). They will eat a mixture of both throughout their entire lifespan, however, the ratio of veggies to insects will change as the dragon grows. When young, a bearded dragon will eat mostly live food. This is a very active time for the young dragon and it will steadily grow in size over the first 1 - 2 years of its life. As a beardie gets older, its diet will start to consist of more vegetables and less live food. Suppliments For proper nutrition, calcium and vitamin powders will occasionally need to be applied to the food (normally by dusting their meal with a fine powdered supplement). Calcium intake...

In the history of horse racing, few horses have captured the affection of audiences like Red Rum. The spirited horse rose from an early life of anonymity to become the only three-time Grand National winner. Today, three decades after his retirement, he is still one of the best-known and most beloved racehorses of all time. The Early Years Red Rum was born in County Kilkenny, Ireland in 1965. He was passed around to several owners before being purchased for Noel Le Mar. The agent who made the purchase was the now-legendary horse trainer Donald "Ginger" McCain. It wasn't apparent at the time, but Red Rum was saddled with a debilitating bone disease in his foot. For many horses (and many trainers) this...

Iguanas are naturally herbivores and eat only plants. In the wild they eat the leaves of mature trees with some fruit, berries and flowers, but this is difficult to replicate with your pet iguana. Unfortunately, there has not been a lot of proper research into what iguanas eat in captivity and much of the available information is faulty. In order to understand what pet iguanas eat, you need to know a little about their physiology. They have sharp teeth which are not designed for biting or chewing which means you need to chop their food. An important aspect of an iguana's dietary requirements is the correct calcium phosphorus ratio pf 2:1. An excess of phosphorus can lead to metabolic bone disease...

Let us ferry first to the Tropics for basic build up and bodybuilding nutrition. You are sitting in the middle of 45,000 acres of jungle woodland, littered with teeming plant life, perhaps a multitude of shimmering pot-herbs, vile ivy-like creeping albizzas, exotic magic mushrooms waiting to be evacuated and robust pomegranates, Umeboshi plums twinkling with decadent aroma. How to discover and arrange permutations of this bounty for healthy muscle gain, a life-time of freaky big muscles plus most importantly, a top of the feeling balance of the mind? How is this the business of the conscious grocery picker in Manitoba? In the following sections, we will be having a 3 step-by-step discussion of how...

A low-carb diet is indeed, very unsafe! These diets like Adkins for example, do not make you feel well. Low-carb diets are meant as a quick fix, and do not promote any long term weight loss. When you go on a low-carb diet plan, there is a severe reduction in calories, leaving out many good foods which are very nourishing to the body. Many people experience unwanted food cravings, and have a very narrow selection of what they can and cannot eat. Many low-carb diets like Adkins, cause ketones. Ketones are not healthy for the body for any length of time. A ketonic state is very hard on the kidneys, and can easily cause them to eventually shut down completely. People that are on these ridiculous low...

This revolutionary new treatment involves harvesting fat from various areas of your body (e.g. abdomen, flanks, outer thighs) and then having it re-injected into your breasts to give them fuller volume and shape. It is a minimally invasive procedure performed under local anaesthetic and leaves you with NO scars. As it is your own tissue there is no chance of rejection or allergic reaction. After harvesting the fat Dr Wolf will contour the areas with a VASER to sculpt the areas smoothly. Frequently Asked Questions What is it? Stem cell breast augmentation is a procedure based on regenerative medicine and involves the collection of stem cells from your own adipose (fat) tissue and the re-injection of...

Many people have cats, dogs, even birds or fish as pets. We care for these members by doing things that are expected: feeding, bathing, watering, giving them attention and cleaning out their environment. Yet, some people have snakes or even ferrets that must do the same things. Yet, there is another exotic animal that is being kept as a pet. This is the iguana. They are seen as wonderful and out of the ordinary pets for people have all ages. Most pet shops sell them for a reasonable price. Like any pet an owner has, iguanas need care and attention too. Many people assume since iguanas stay in cages, they are rather easy to care for. This is simply untrue. When you take on the responsibility of an...

As it has been already said you shouldn’t join any elite sport club to become fit and healthy. There are some most simple, nickel-and-dime and natural activities to strengthen your body. Running is a well-known fitness workout as a way to get fit: it's cheap, can be done anywhere, at any time and, it is very effective. You can't think! It easy to start with, anyone can run. Nevertheless if you have a diagnosis of diabetes, chest pain, angina, asthma, epilepsy, high blood pressure, have had recent surgery or are pregnant, consult your physician first. Start by walking at a race walking, and then gradually break into a slow running. Don’t start more than with ten minutes in total. Then increase...

It is highly important to ensure our children don't eat contaminated food. That's not the most serious danger on their plates. The main problem with most children's diet is the amount of junk food eaten. Packed with saturated fat, salt and sugar, it fills them up but provides little nourishment. In fact, digesting a burger may use up more B vitamins than the burger provides. A healthy diet is important at any age, but never more than in childhood. That's when our bodies are growing fastest, incorporating everything we put into them, for good or bad. The way we eat then sets us on the path to lifelong health and energy, or to endless niggling health problems and low level un-wellness. Children, more...

Back pain is mankind's bane. It is one of the most common reasons for visiting the doctor, and around 90 percent of adults have at one time or another experienced it. The pain we feel can originate from any one of our numerous bones, joints, muscles, tissues and ligaments in the back. In terms of pain, our back can be divided into four sections. There is the tailbone pain, the lower back pain, the pain in the upper back and the pain in the neck. Pain can come and go, it can be mild or excruciating, and it can also be chronic. It can start in one place then radiate to other parts of the back. There are back pains that radiate to the arms, legs and feet, and sometimes radiating even to the head...

Arthritis and bone disease are very common in dogs and usually take one of several types. These include hip dysplasia, dislocation of the kneecap, arthritis of the elbow, swelling and pain in the leg bones, and degeneration of the shoulder joint. Hip dysplasia is a malformation of the hip sockets that allow excessive movement in the joint. This condition causes chronic inflammation and calcium deposits. Dislocation of the kneecap is a malformation of the leg bones which causes the kneecap to continually pull out of its place and slip back and forth, creating a low-grade inflammation. Arthritis of the elbow is a hereditary condition caused by improper bone formation. Swelling and pain in the leg...

Obesity Obesity is a major health problem approaching an epidemic proportions. An NIH consensus conference on the surgical treatment of obesity recommended consideration of surgery in patients with a BMI of greater than 40 kg/m2 without medical complications or a BMI of greater than 35 kg/m2 if severe co morbidity were present. Obesity accelerates the progression of coronary arteriosclerosis in young men (age range 15 to 34 yr). Obesity increases the risk of developing: Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, Type 2 diabetes, Coronary artery disease, Cerebrovascular disease, Osteoarthritis, Sleep apnea, Endometrial, breast, Prostate, and colon Cancers. Severe obesity is a chronic condition that is difficult...

Ingredients in tap water are now a concern of many people all over the world. We now see a massive trend of people interested in organic and natural health. Is it any wonder that people want to know what the ingredients in tap water are? In this article you're going to learn about ingredients that are in most people's water. The Good Ingredients In Drinking Water 1-Sodium is added to water in some places to soften the water. It occurs naturally in your water coming from salt deposits under the ground. It's used in your body to deliver essential nutrients throughout your body. Excess sodium in your body can cause high blood pressure. So if your water contains high levels of sodium and you already...

There are over 2000 different species of Geckos, inhabiting all sorts of regions from around the globe. Geckos are small-medium sized lizards and are abundant in warm, humid countries. Many Geckos fire an irritant liquid as a defense mechanism or, more notably, are able to "drop off" their tales. The smallest of the species is the Dwarf Gecko (jaragua sphaero), measuring in at only 16mm. It was discovered off the coast of the Dominican Republic, on a small island in 2001. The largest of the species is believed to be the Kawekaweau or Delcourt's Gecko. Measuring 600mm, this huge gecko is assumed to have gone extinct over 100 years ago, at the end of the 1800's. The only specimen that still remains...

Origin: Western United States (ponds, lakes and marshlands) There are two sub-species: Northwestern Pond Turtle (Clemmys marmorata marmorata) and Southwestern Pond Turtle (Clemmys marmorata pallida) Adult Size: usually up to 8 inches (shell length) Lifespan: unknown, most likely 30+ years like other pond turtles Temperament: Not as territorial and aggressive as many other turtles. You can keep a few of these turtles together as long as they have enough space to swim around. Set-up: This is an aquatic species, so the enclosure needs to be mostly water. Your turtle will need a place to get out of the water and bask, such as a well-positioned rock or pile of rocks, or a turtle dock found at your local...

What is lysine and what can it do for you? Lysine is an essential amino acid that your body needs to function properly. It helps in building muscle protein and promotes the formation of antibodies, enzymes and hormones. The wonder of this amino acid is that it does a multitude of things to keep you healthy and strong. When you have wounds due to injury or surgery, lysine helps in the healing process. Lysine is primarily responsible for producing collagen which helps in repairing torn tendons, muscles, ligaments and skin. Lysine is also responsible for helping the body absorb and retain the calcium it needs. As a result, the bones are stronger and less susceptible to bone disease, especially...

Gastric bypass (also called bariatric surgery) closes off a large portion of the stomach, leaving only a pouch the size of an egg. Gastric bypass works by restricting food intake. Patients feel full after eating small amounts of food. Fewer calories are eaten and weight is lost. Gastric bypass patients typically lose 70% of their excess weight, most of it in the first year after surgery.  Most Recommended Tips for Gastric Bypass Surgery And Weight Loss  Roux-en-Y gastric bypass is the most common gastric bypass procedure performed in the U.S. First, a small stomach pouch is created by stapling part of the stomach together or by vertical banding. This limits how much food you can eat. Next, a Y...

Celiac disease is a digestive disorder. Once thought to be a rare condition affecting only children, it is now known to be more common, affecting as many as two million Americans alone. It is a genetic disease and those with a close family member with a gluten allergy are at increased risk of it. For some individuals, the disease is latent until triggered by an event such as pregnancy, childbirth, surgery or extreme stress. In a nutshell, individuals with this condition have a gluten intolerance. If they are exposed to gluten, it triggers an allergic reaction in which the body attacks itself, damaging and sometimes destroying the villi that line the small intestines. Symptoms of a gluten allergy are...

We were raised on television commercials reiterating that calcium was vital for strong bones and healthy bodies. "Milk does a body good," stars and athletes would say with a smile. "Got milk?" was another popular slogan. As we learn more about nutrition, we find that this chemical element is, in fact, the most plentiful mineral in the human body, residing primarily in teeth and bones, but also in nerve cells, body tissues, blood and other body fluids. So where can you find calcium? Most people instinctively think of milk, cheese and yogurt, as dairy products are the most significant source for this essential mineral. The good thing about deriving your calcium intake from milk is that milk also...

Horny goat weed is a leafy plant and is also popular as barrenwort, epimedium, yin yang huo and xian ling pi. A herbal medicine is prepared out of the extract from the leaves. This medicine helps men with erectile dysfunction, and the medicine is also used for other ailments. A lot of medical warnings are issued with over the counter supplements of this particular herb. The horny goat weed dangers range from mild headache, vision problem and nausea to grave effects on the heart and breast cancer. Mild effects: The Chinese utilized epimedium to make medicines and they used it very effectively. It was mainly utilized to treat erectile dysfunction but was also utilized in other ailments like...

High Cortisol? Weight Gain? Stubborn Belly Fat and Constant Fatigue? These are some of the side effects of our stressful routine. As it turns out constant stress triggers the secretion of the the so called "stress" hormone-cortisol. Elevated cortisol, in turn, results in weight gain, accumulation of belly fat and chronic fatigue. The presence of high cortisol levels in the body makes losing belly fat almost impossible. Here are a few reasons why: 1. Dieting and cortisol. The vicious circle. Proper diet and strict exercise regime are important for long term weight loss. However, dieting is a stressful phenomenon for most people. The physical and emotional stress that comes with dieting results in the...

Most people either love running or they hate running. Some fall in love with running and some fall out of love. It is an intense workout which can be painful, exhausting and strenuous. So why is it that people that are do not necessary love running, continue to run as one of their main cardio exercises. The most common answer to that is weight loss. Most individuals who become runners, start running in order to lose weight. Running is one of the top activities to burn fat. The reason being is that running exerts a large amount of energy which means you burn more calories and your body will shed excess weight in the form of fat. Though most people start to run in order to lose weight, there are many...

Osteoporosis is a condition in which your bones become thin and more likely to break. Osteoporosis mainly affects older people and can affect anyone. However, some people have an increased risk of developing osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is the most common degenerative disease in developed countries because of extended lifespan. It is characterized by loss of bone and increased skeletal fragility, leading to an increased number of fractures. Risk factors and Causes of Osteoporosis is consuming more than two alcoholic drinks per day for men and more than one alcoholic drink per day for women ,Many drugs, including steroids, hormonal agents, blood thinners, anticonvulsants and certain chemotherapy drugs...

The plum is noted for its versatility. This fruit tastes great alone, cut up in cereals and yogurt, or cooked to make compote or syrupy sauces for healthy dessert dishes. The plum will keep your diet from ever being boring. Health Benefits of Plums Plums provides proper nutrition to our good health. Dried plum for instant are packed with important vitamins and minerals like Potassium, Vitamin A, Magnesium, Iron and fiberto help us stay healthy, balanced and energized. It can improve our blood circulation by preventing platelet clotting. Food that contains excessive fat, sugar and cholesterol, lack of exercises are the main cause of platelet clotting. These will subsequently attribute to several...

Healthy Baby and Pregnancy Vitamins Prenatal natural vitamins are expressly for women who are pregnant or nursing their children. Many doctors recommend that pregnancy nutrients be taken prior to conception and even following the baby is born for general health of mother and child. It is very crucial to both the health of the baby and the health of the mother that she take vitamins just in case her diet does not provide enough of the nutrients she and her baby need. The nutrients folic acid, calcium and iron are especially important. Folic Acid Is An Important Nutrient Folic acid is a B vitamin. Hans R. Larsen, MSc ChE, cites research showing that 88% of all Americans are lacking in folic acid. The...

Boron Boron is needed in trace amounts for healthy bones and muscle growth because it assists in the production of natural steroid compounds within the body. It is also necessary for the metabolism of calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium. Boron enhances brain function, promotes alertness, and plays a role in how the body utilizes energy from fats and sugars. Most people are not deficient in boron. However, elderly people usually benefit from taking a supplement of 2 to 3 milligrams daily because they have greater problems with calcium absorption. Boron deficiency accentuates vitamin D deficiency. Boron helps to prevent postmenopausal osteoporosis and build muscle. New research indicates that taking...