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By Frank BuonanotteMar 20, 20081 topic

The Healing Benefits Of Honey

An ancient remedy is being re-evaluated as a viable solution to treating infected wounds and other skin irritants in the wake of cases involving antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria.nnHoney has been developing a good reputation for its medical qualities. It has been used for thousands of years to treat a variety of different health conditions. Hippocrates discovered that honey clears infections and heals wounds. The misconception that modern medicine is more effective had

Primary topic: Alternative Medicine

Alternative Medicine

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By Frank BuonanotteMar 19, 20081 topic

Active Manuka Honey

Clinical reports indicate that a special type of honey has the ability to heal wounds and protect against even the most harmful infections. This honey is now being used as an ingredient in skin care products.nnScientists are evaluating different antibacterial substances in order to find an effective treatment for wounds infected with antibiotic-resistant bacteria. The superbugs associated with these types of life-threatening infections have become a major clinical concern. Ho

Primary topic: Alternative Medicine

Alternative Medicine

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By SelfGrowth ContributorMar 18, 20081 topic

Tennessee Has a Rough Road to Final Four

The Volunteers have their work cut out for them during March Madness but they're intent on making history.n n nThe Tennessee Volunteers thought they'd have it easy going to the Final Four. The didn't draw the Number 1 seed in the NCAA tournament like they thought, rather sharing the Number 2 seed with North Carolina. The East is very strong and Carolina is the Number 1 seed in the tournament. That makes going to the Final Four even harder. The Volunteers have done a lot this

Primary topic: Sports

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By SelfGrowth ContributorMar 18, 20081 topic

Big Players in NCAA March Madness

The Gators faught the good fight against the Bruins but have their work cut out for them against Ohio State.n nThe Florida Gators are in the NCAA finals again this season. They beat the UCLA Bruins in their Final Four match up, 76-66. The Gators shot 53% to UCLA’s 39% and from three-point land, hitting 40% to their opponent’s 22%. Even though UCLA shot a higher percentage from the free throw line, the Gators had 31 free throws to the Bruins’ 13 attempts and

Primary topic: Sports

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By SelfGrowth ContributorMar 18, 20081 topic

Tigers Tackle March Madness Head On

Despite tournament loss and the loss of key players, the Tigers find a way into the post season.n nWith a season record of 21-5 and an 11-3 conference record, the Tigers overcame their loss of four key players and the challenge of putting together a new team. Up until now, their season had been a success. The won the SCIAC regular season championship for the second consecutive season. However, the team started to lose hope after suffering a four point defeat to Claremont.nnTh

Primary topic: Sports

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By Frank BuonanotteMar 18, 20081 topic

Manuka Honey

Extensive research has verified that a particular type of honey is extremely effective in treating infected wounds and other skin conditions.nnIn addition to being a food item, honey has been used as an active ingredient in many traditional healing remedies, primarily due to its ability to destroy bacteria. All types of honey have some level of antibacterial properties. When used on an infected wound, honey has the ability to absorb moisture from bacteria, making it impossibl

Primary topic: Alternative Medicine

Alternative Medicine

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By SelfGrowth ContributorMar 16, 20081 topic

NCAA College Basketball News

The Cardinals battle the Hoyas on their way to the March Madness games.nnMarch Madness all comes down to one game for the Big East regular season championship. On March 8, Louisville plays the Georgetown Hoyas. Even though the Hoyas are 8-2 in their last 10, itâs the Cardinals that really seem to be making their way into March Madness. Louisville hasn't lost since a 69-67 game at Connecticut, thanks to their team-first attitude and a strong coach, Rick Pitino.nnThe Cardinal

Primary topic: Sports

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By SelfGrowth ContributorMar 16, 20081 topic

March Madness Notes

Experts question whether UCLA's luck is about to change going into the NCAA tournament.n nUCLA didn't become the Number 2 team in the country on accident. The Bruins won 28 games this year beating Maryland, Michigan State, Michigan, Stanford, Washington State, Arizona, etc. They have key players in every position. Even though the Bruins have earned their ranking they've also had a lot of help. UCLA has rolled down the Pac 10 stretch, with 7 straight wins to leave Stanford in

Primary topic: Sports

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By Frank BuonanotteMar 16, 20081 topic

The Healing Properties Of Manuka Honey

Studies have found that special plant-derived components have contributed to the production of a unique type of honey that has the ability to heal wounds, clear infection and remedy a variety of other skin irritants. n nIn addition to being considered a food item, honey was used many years ago for medical purposes because of its antibacterial properties. However, in the 1940s and '50s, honey was replaced as a medicinal ingredient because of the misconception that antibiotics

Primary topic: Alternative Medicine

Alternative Medicine

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By SelfGrowth ContributorMar 11, 20081 topic

It's Do Or Die For The New York Islanders

The Islanders recognize that they could lose their shot at the playoffs if they lose to the Rangers.nnWith the Islanders being 5 points away from a playoff spot, their game against the Rangers isn't going to be easy. Their whole season could be over if they have a bad week. Islanders Coach, Ted Nolan says that he's not concentrating on anything other than winning one game at a time.nnThe Islanders recently set an NHL record with 53 wasted shots, without even winning the game

Primary topic: Sports

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By SelfGrowth ContributorMar 11, 20081 topic

Knicks Lose To Hornets, 100-88

With the Knicks losing another game, Basketball fans wonder if MSG made a mistake by extending Isiah Thomas' contract.n nThe Knicks were defeated by the New Orleans Hornets at Madison Square Garden, 100-88. The team is in the middle of a 4 game home stand and Isiah Thomas' contract is coming to an end. Some people wonder if Madison Square Garden chairman, James Dolan, made a mistake by extending his contract. His decision to extend Thomas' contract has been scrutinized throug

Primary topic: Sports

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By SelfGrowth ContributorMar 11, 20081 topic

Cano Works Hard For The Yankees

Yankees' second baseman, Robinson Cano has accomplished a lot so far in his short career and his future looks even better.n nThe Yankees have been valuing their teammate, Robinson Cano, and think he's capable of doing just about anything on the baseball field. There has even been talk of him being an MVP candidate. Despite a rough first half, he batted .306 with 19 home runs and 97 RBIs. He's also gained the confidence of manager, Joe Girardi, who's had Cano hit in the number

Primary topic: Sports

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By Frank BuonanotteMar 11, 20081 topic

Honey And The Battle Against Bacteria

Honey produced from a native plant of New Zealand is being used as an ingredient in wound care products and is outperforming antibiotics in clearing infection and destroying bacteria.nResearchers have established that some types of honey can promote wound healing including Staph infections, leg ulcers, pressure soars and burns. Honey has been used as a therapeutic ointment in folk medicine for many years. However, recent studies have begun to explore the biochemical mechanism

Primary topic: Health Products and Services

Health Products and Services

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By SelfGrowth ContributorMar 9, 20081 topic

Nigel Dawes Wants To Stay With Rangers

Dawes is happy to be with the New York Rangers and enjoys playing strategically with his teammates.nnNigel Dawes is determined to stick it out with the Rangers this time and find his spot with Brendan Shanahan and Scott Gomez. In his last 24 games, Dawes had 6 goals and 12 assists. He may be fast but his passing and play making are underrated. For example, the pass he made to spring Shanahan for the opening goal 1:29 into the Ranger's 4-1 win against the Islanders. Dawes spot

Primary topic: Sports

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By SelfGrowth ContributorMar 9, 20081 topic

Girardi Finds Excessive Roughness Unacceptable

Elliot Johnson (Tampa Bay Rays) collides with catcher Francisco Cervelli (New York Yankees) at home plate while trying to score during the 9th inning of a spring training game, breaking his wrist. nnElliot Johnson, a Tampa Bay Rays player, crashed into Francisco Cervelli in the 9th inning, fracturing his wrist. Already dealing with the team's share of injuries, Yankees Manager, Joe Girardi was furious, saying that the move was unnecessary. Cervelli said that he didn't believe

Primary topic: Sports

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By SelfGrowth ContributorMar 9, 20081 topic

Knicks Struggle Against Trail Blazers

Despite the absence of 3 important players due to injuries, the Knicks proceeded against the Trail Blazers in yesterday's game. Unfortunately, they lost in overtime, 120-114.nnEven though Robinson scored 45 points, without Jamal, Zach and Curry, the Knicks had it rough against the Trail Blazers. Down 14 in the first quarter, the Knicks attempted a comeback all night. Nate Robinson scored a career-high 45 points with 6 assists in 52:15. He was 16 for 28 from the floor and 11 f

Primary topic: Sports

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By Frank BuonanotteMar 9, 20081 topic

Honey Can Be Used To Treat Wounds

A manufacturer of health care products has identified the amazing natural healing qualities of a particular type of honey and is using it as a main ingredient in their products.n nBefore antibiotics came about, it was common for honey to be used as a medicine to treat wounds and to prevent infection. After being forgotten as a healing agent, honeyâs effectiveness is being reevaluated for the treatment of wounds, burns, insect bites, cuts, eczema, psoriasis, athleteâs foot

Primary topic: Health Products and Services

Health Products and Services

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By SelfGrowth ContributorMar 7, 20081 topic

Chandler And Morris Working Hard For The Knicks

Seeing more action in recent games, Wilson Chandler loses notoriety in the shadow of Lebron James' star performance.nnWilson Chandler played more Wednesday night than he has all season, scoring 11 points for the Knicks' against Cleveland where they lost 119-105. Chandler spent most of his time trying to guard LeBron James so that he could score 50 points that night at Madison Square Garden In addition, James added 10 assists, 8 rebounds and 4 steals in what turned out to be o

Primary topic: Sports

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By SelfGrowth ContributorMar 7, 20081 topic

Farnsworth Is Glad Torre's Out

Despite poor results in his recent past, Farnsworth is hoping to turn things around under the supervision of Joe GirardinnKyle Farnsworth is happy about Joe Girardi replacing Joe Torre after feeling as if Torre lost faith in him in 2007. Farnsworth remembers throwing a scoreless inning with one walk, one strikeout in the Yankees' 12-8 exhibition loss to the Reds. nnFarnsworth wasn't happy with the way the Yankees handled things last year because he wasn't asked if he could pi

Primary topic: Sports

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By Frank BuonanotteMar 7, 20081 topic

Manuka Honey Heals Wounds, Clears Infection And Reduces Pain

The sugars, nutrients and enzymes found in Manuka Honey create a very powerful antibacterial action that makes it possible to use as a dressing for wounds and burns. Some people may find it hard to conceptualize the use of honey for medical purposes. However, the truth is, many years ago, ...The sugars, nutrients and enzymes found in Manuka Honey create a very powerful antibacterial action that makes it possible to use as a dressing for wounds and burns. Some people may find

Primary topic: Alternative Medicine

Alternative Medicine

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By SelfGrowth ContributorMar 6, 20081 topic

LeBron Scores Big At MSG

Even though morale is low among the Knicks because of the nonsense involving Stephon Marbury, LeBron James pulled through and scored 50 points.nnnMVP candidate and the NBA's leading player, LeBron James, scored 50 points last night at Madison Square Garden in a 119-105 win over the Knicks. The Knicks trailed 99-98 when James went on a tear in the final 3:51, hitting four three-pointers. His 50th point came with 1:04 left in the game. James made 16 of 30 shots, including 7 of

Primary topic: Sports

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By SelfGrowth ContributorMar 6, 20081 topic

Injuries Plague Mets At Spring Training

With more injured teammates than healthy ones, the Mets struggle through spring training but feel they will have enough time to recover and go into opening day in good form.nnDespite the many injuries that have plagued the Mets so far during spring training, they remain hopeful that they will be at their full potential by Opening Day. However, that may no longer be possible after finding out that Moises Alou is scheduled for hernia surgery will be out of commission the next 4

Primary topic: Sports

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By SelfGrowth ContributorMar 6, 20081 topic

Yankees Pitcher Gives Up Home Run To Twins

Joba Chamberlain pitched a home run hit to Twins batter Garrett Jones in spring training yesterday and Ian Kennedy gave it up to Delmon Young. nnGarrett Jones hit the ball into the right field bleachers for a 2-run home run at yesterday's Twins-Yankees game. His home run was surprising considering the fact that Joba Chamberlain was pitching. Then again, this is spring training and Chamberlain wasn't throwing his usual 100 mile per hour pitches. Chamberlain allowed the 2 runs

Primary topic: Sports

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By Frank BuonanotteMar 6, 20081 topic

Honey: Natural Remedy, Advanced Healing Agent...Or Both?

Once used as an old folk remedy, honey is now being considered to be an extremely valuable medical resource. nnThere are many reports showing that honey is successful in the treatment of wounds, burns, skin ulcers, boils, infections, etc. Scientists have now discovered that a particular type of honey called Manuka Honey has even greater healing properties because of its enhanced antibacterial potency. Researchers have found that honey's healing qualities are due primarily to

Primary topic: Health Products and Services

Health Products and Services

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By SelfGrowth ContributorMar 4, 20081 topic

Bad Blood Between The Knicks And Stephon Marbury Continues

Tension rises as personalities clash between Marbury and the rest of the team. His ankle injury isn't helping the situation. nnThis basketball season has been extremely heated and controversial for the Knicks so far concerning Stephon Marbury and it doesn't seem to be getting any better. Marbury didn't show up at Madison Square Garden last night despite orders from coach Isiah Thomas to attend and address reporters about whether he had been banned from home games. There's eve

Primary topic: Sports

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By SelfGrowth ContributorMar 4, 20081 topic

Green Bay Packers' Brett Favre Retires

Favre calls it quits after a long run of record breaking accomplishments, leaving his fans and teammates stunned over his decision to retire. nnAfter considering retirement for years, Brett Favre finally calls it quits. The Green Bay Packers quarterback announced his retirement after 17 eventful seasons. Favre told ESPN that he's just too tired mentally. This came as a surprise considering his accomplishments including setting several football records. Favre announced his dec

Primary topic: Sports

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By Frank BuonanotteMar 4, 20081 topic

How Honey Can Heal A Wound

Scientists have determined that a certain type of honey called Manuka Honey is more capable of healing wounds and clearing infections than antibiotics and other forms of traditional medicine. As a result, Manuka Honey is now being used as a main ingredient in wound care products and other skin creams. nnHoney is a saturated solution of sugar made by bees that collect nectar which is a liquid secretion from flowers. The honeybees take this nectar back to their hives where they

Primary topic: Herbal Remedies and Herbs

Herbal Remedies and Herbs

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By SelfGrowth ContributorMar 3, 20081 topic

Do The Knicks Have Faith In Morris?

Backup center, Randolph Morris, has played in only 2 games for the Knicks. He's only put on his uniform 5 times since the beginning of the year and played once against Washington. Dwight Howard thinks Morris can play well in the NBA if given the chance. Morris and Howard go way back to their days as high school rivals in Atlanta when Morris was at Landmark Christian and Howard was at Southwest Christian. They were unbeatable when they played together on an Atlanta Celtics AAU

Primary topic: Sports

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By SelfGrowth ContributorMar 3, 20081 topic

Panthers Win 1-0 Despite 53 Shots By The Islanders

The Islanders hit 53 shots on Panthers goalie, Craig Anderson, but he stopped every one of them, giving the Panthers a 1-0 victory yesterday at Nassau Coliseum on Long Island. The Elias Sports Bureau determined that it was the most shots by a losing team in a shutout since the NHL made shots on goal an official statistic in 1955. The Islanders had 29 shots on goal in the second period alone, which is one more than the previous team record accomplished twice before, in 2004 an

Primary topic: Sports

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By SelfGrowth ContributorMar 3, 20081 topic

Giambi And Pettitte Look To Make Improvements For The Yankees

Two Yankees are trying to return to their peak in the first part of Spring Training, Andy Pettitte and Jason Giambi. Giambi is trying to become a premier batter again after missing half of last season with a bad foot injury. Pettitte is hoping to focus more on baseball after admitting that he used human growth hormones and dealing with his son's serious car accident. nnGiambi went two-for-three with a home run, an opposite-field double and 4 RBI's. His double off the left fie

Primary topic: Sports

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By Frank BuonanotteMar 3, 20081 topic

The New Secret Weapon In The Battle Against Infection

The healing power of honey is becoming more recognized out of necessity with the need for a solution to the increase of antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria. In fact, a particular type of honey has been found to be effective in treating burns, wounds and boils. Manuka Honey is becoming increasingly more accepted for medical purposes around the world. Over the past two decades, researchers have focused on the potential for using Manuka Honey as an antibacterial and antimic

Primary topic: Herbal Remedies and Herbs

Herbal Remedies and Herbs

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By SelfGrowth ContributorMar 2, 20081 topic

Melky Cabrera Hopes To Stay With The Yankees

If someone were to think that Melky Cabrera is the reason why the Yahkees didn't get Johan Santanam, they would be wrong. In fact, General Manager Brian Cashman's bigger concern was not giving up too much on the pitching front, like Phil Hughes and Ian Kennedy.nnThe general feeling among the Yankees is that Cabrera is important to his teammates. Johnny Damon, Jorge Posada and the rest of the Yankees referred to Cabrera as being indispensable. Former manager, Joe Torre, always

Primary topic: Sports

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By SelfGrowth ContributorMar 2, 20081 topic

Stephon Marbury Wants Out Of The Knicks

This last season has been somewhat of a nightmare for Stephon Marbury with the Knicks. No one knows exactly what's going on in his head at this point because he's going along with the orders given to him from Madison Square Garden not to correspond with the media while he is healing from his surgically repaired left ankle. However, the word on the street is that the Coney Island point guard has had enough of the Knicks and wants out.nnIt's possible that the feeling is mutual.

Primary topic: Sports

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By Frank BuonanotteMar 2, 20081 topic

Manuka Honey Kills MRSA Superbugs

Scientists have discovered that a certain type of honey has the antibacterial properties to kill the hospital superbugs which claim thousands of lives per year. Well known for thousands of years for its medicinal properties, this special type of honey called "Manuka Honey" is able to destroy mutant bacteria, including MRSA, which has become resistant to antibiotics. nThis discovery comes at a time of growing scientific interest in the substance's healing properties. Manuka Ho

Primary topic: Herbal Remedies and Herbs

Herbal Remedies and Herbs

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By SelfGrowth ContributorFeb 29, 20081 topic

Hunter's Goal Salvages A Win For The Islanders In Over Time

With leads of 3-0 and 4-3 and Bobby Holik's goal with 1:22 remaining, the NY Islanders almost found themselves in a third straight loss at Philips Arena. Even their own coach referred to it as a bad hockey game. With 3 straight goals the Thrashers scored in the 2nd period to tie the game at 3 things seemed to be falling apart. Fortunately, they found a way to get the 2 points.nnThe Islanders aren't the best team for 4-on-4 play in overtime. However, forwards Josef Vasicek and

Primary topic: Sports

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By SelfGrowth ContributorFeb 29, 20081 topic

Rediscovering Honey's Healing Power

Honey has been known for its healing properties for many years as far back as the Ancient Greeks and Egyptians. Even up to world war II, honey was being used for its antibacterial properties in treating wounds and a variety of other health conditions. However, with the advent of penicillin and other antibiotic drugs in the 20th century, honey's medicinal qualities have taken less seriously and regarded as merely a home remedy. nnThat way of thinking might be about to change t

Primary topic: Alternative Medicine

Alternative Medicine

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By SelfGrowth ContributorFeb 28, 20081 topic

Justice Department Investigates Clemens

Roger Clemens is known as one of the best pitchers in baseball history. With his recent task to convince Congress that he never took steroids or human growth hormone, he also attempted to suggest that his accuser and former trainer, Brian McNamee, was lying. Unfortunately for Clemens, members of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, asked the U.S. Department of Justice to investigate whether Clemens committed perjury under oath when he denied any use of ille

Primary topic: Sports

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By SelfGrowth ContributorFeb 28, 20081 topic

Honey Is The Solution For Infected Wounds

The healing properties of honey have been known since Pythagorasâ time. Now, scientists believe that one particular type of honey called, Manuka Honey, has antibacterial properties that can be used to treat everything from infected wounds to eczema. nThe buzz about Manuka Honey's healing power is growing. Once regarded as a home remedy, Manuka Honey is increasingly being used to treat everything from ringworm to arthritis. Made by bees that collect pollen from the manuka bu

Primary topic: Health Products and Services

Health Products and Services

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By SelfGrowth ContributorFeb 27, 20081 topic

Martinez Might Be A Keeper For The Mets

Pedro Martinez almost retired in a Mets uniform. It could have happened last year, if Martinez, in the midst of a grueling rehabilitation from shoulder surgery, decided to call it quits rather than endure the pain with no guarantees. Two weeks into spring training, Martinez, was asked about retiring with the Mets. However, he's expected to sign an extension, perhaps even before his contract expires at the end of this season.nnMartinez is ready to begin the final lap of his 4

Primary topic: Sports

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By SelfGrowth ContributorFeb 27, 20081 topic

Studies Show That Honey Promotes Healing

Bacteria protect themselves from antibiotics by forming slimy clumps as a protective layer. However, scientists have now discovered that honey is effective in breaking down this protective barrier. Bacteria is the main cause for wounds not healing fast enough and with the recent outbreaks of antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria, this is becoming more of a problem. nnIf bacteria multiply enough to form a slimy mass or bio-film, they are much less sensitive to antibiotics a

Primary topic: Health Products and Services

Health Products and Services

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By Frank BuonanotteFeb 24, 20081 topic

College Sports On The Internet

Sports fans now have a more convenient way to watch sports and stay current with sports news. The Internet is providing sports enthusiasts with the means to stay informed and be entertained, in some cases, more than TV. nnThere's no shortage of college sports in the United States. At any given time on television, there's likely to be some university playing another on the football field or basketball court. College sports are big business in the U.S. and they have the fan bas

Primary topic: Sports

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By Frank BuonanotteFeb 24, 20081 topic

Honey, The New Antibiotic

In the wake of an increasing number of cases involving antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria, medical professionals seek refuge in a special type of honey containing powerful antibacterial and antimicrobial properties to treat Staph infections and MRSA. nnAn old household remedy is finding its way back into modern medicine. Scientists are now discovering that a particular type of honey is more effective in treating wounds than most antibiotics. Even chronic wounds infected

Primary topic: Health Products and Services

Health Products and Services

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By Frank BuonanotteFeb 22, 20081 topic

The Giants Are Competing For Falconsâ Hall

NY Giants are offering Atlanta their 1st round pick in Aprilâs draft for cornerback. nnApparently, winning the Super Bowl wasn't enough for The New York Giants. According to the Newark Star-Ledger report, in exchange for DeAngelo Hall, Atlanta Falcons' cornerback, they're attempting to trade their first round pick in April's draft. Even though the Giants wanted the Raiders' Nnamdi Asomugha and Seahawks' Marcus Trufant, both players decided to turn to Hall when they were des

Primary topic: Sports

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By Frank BuonanotteFeb 22, 20081 topic

Destroying The MRSA Super-bug With Manuka Honey

Recent studies show an increase in bacterial infections that are resistant to antibiotics. In order to combat these new strains, medical professionals are resorting to the use of Manuka Honey as a viable alternative to traditional forms of medicine. Used for medical purposes thousands of years ago, the antibacterial and antimicrobial properties of honey have been rediscovered by the medical profession where conventional drugs have been found ineffective. In addition to having

Primary topic: Health Products and Services

Health Products and Services

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