Exercise to treat depression

A number of studies in 1990 showed that half of the latest cardiovascular and strength or resistance to mild to severe depression. It turns out that exercise leads to an increase of serotonin, the neurotransmitter that makes us feel good immediately after preparedness, and a long-term change in mood when working regularly once started. These effects are partly due to the strong growth of brain cells. Regular exercise has positive effects onthe immune system, so that can promote health, especially in stressed and / or depressed people.

A study of 12 028 randomly selected people aged 20-79 have shown that increasing physical activity was associated with a 70% reduction in self-reported stress and dissatisfaction decreased life expectancy. Even 2-4 hours per week was associated with significant benefits on foot. Another study by a group of employees showed reductions in stress and depression, and Improvements in feelings of health and vitality compared to a 24 week program of aerobic exercise with a control group. One 1985 study examined 43 patients with depression, about half were treated with antidepressants for the condition. Patients were randomized to receive nine weeks of resistance training (aerobics for an hour three times a week to 50-70% of maximum aerobic capacity) or occupational therapy. Year was statistically significantly greater reduction in place> Depression), as measured by the Beck Depression Inventory (a measure of depressive symptoms. In another study, 86 patients with depression, antidepressants have been treated, but not a therapeutic response were randomized to exercise classes or health education. Exercise loading exercise involved for 45 minutes twice a week for ten weeks of treatment. More patients with exercise had an improvement from an improvement of 30%, measured on a scale forMeasurement of depression called Hamilton Depression Scale (55% more with the practice compared to 33% without a difference that was statistically significant). In another study, 83 patients with major depression experience than aerobic training does not change what they were before. Physical education has been the improvement of depression symptoms improved symptoms of anxiety and not general, but.

Other studies have shown thatimpressive results of the exercise to combat or reduce the symptoms of depression. For example, researchers at the Free University of Berlin also found that 30 minutes a day significantly improved the mood of patients, nine had long suffered from depression months of the move. In a report published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, 12 patients with depression were 10 weeks of training on the treadmill for 30 minutes a day. There was a statistically significant point of reduction of 6 depressive symptoms, as measured by sales of the Hamilton Depression. The authors concluded, and I agree that exercise could be at least as effective as medication in treating mild to moderate depression.

One study examined 156 patients with major depression for over 50 years, were randomized to aerobic exercise, antidepressants (sertraline) or a combination of both for 16 weeks. All patients showed improvement in symptoms ofDepression> with an essentially identical response between the two groups (1).

A recent report in 2005 described the results of a study of 3 years, designed to test patients at 80 if the exercise is an effective treatment for mild to moderate depressive disorder and to what extent would the people had to be depressed, see a positive difference in the report in the Journal of Preventive Medicine (January 2005) published a half-hour of exercise a day six daysWeek is the ideal "dose" of depression, improve mood of the people who have mild to severe. The researchers compared two groups of depressed patients and found that while the group that 80 minutes was performed weekly movements have little or no mental health benefits (30% reduction with 29% in a placebo exercise "of group) by three hours a week, a significant group (47%) had reduced symptoms.
Exercise can also integrate the effects of antidepressants in depressedPatients. One study movement to antidepressant treatment in 17 patients who had complete response to antidepressants. The exercise has been prescribed according to the guidelines currently recommended by public health – at least 30 minutes of aerobic activity per day – with both meetings under the supervision and home care. There was a 10 point reduction in Hamilton Depression Scale (a clinically significant change) in eight patients who completed the study.

Exercise is verycheaper and more affordable drugs and psychotherapy. Plus has no side effects, such as sexual dysfunction as seen on some antidepressants. In fact, the "side effects" of the use of exercise as an antidepressant positively on general well-being: improving cardiovascular health, increased strength and weight loss.

1. Blumenthal, JA, Bayak, MA, Moore, KA Effects of endurance training in elderly patients with major depression. ArchivesInternal Medicine. 1999, 159:2349-2356.

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Wedding Flowers Ideas On A Budget

Millions of couples are saying their 'I do's' even with the economy in bad shape and with little or no money for a proper ceremony. Many brides are becoming frugal and thinking ahead about wedding flowers ideas so they will be able to save money for more important things like the reception food, the honeymoon or a place to live afterwards. Each bride wants her day to be perfect and having just the right foliage for each of the tables, the bridesmaids and the bride to carry is very important to the overall look of the celebration.

Beginning with what the bride will carry with her down the isle, she could use a silk bouquet or a couple long stems of lilies or lilacs, something that does not require a lot of preparation nor needs a lot of them to look elegant. With just a few stems of large lilies tied up with a ribbon that matches the bridesmaid dresses, a bride will look and feel elegant. There is no need to go overboard on the bride's bouquet.

Depending on what the bridesmaid dresses look like, they, too, could tone down on their bouquets. Many people replace some of the blooms with ribbon loops or curls of lace to make them more festive or different then the traditional rounds full of blooms. Some of the bridesmaids even carry matching long stems like the bride or they opt for a small basket of ribbon and greenery to save on the cost of the fresh cut carnations or roses many bridesmaids carry down the isle.

The boutonniere for the groomsmen and the groom are also important but they are also typically smaller blooms. A rose bud with a single sprig of baby's-breath and a single leaf will look handsome on the men. If roses are too expensive at the time of the ceremony, then try carnations. They can be dyed in almost any color to match the color scheme of the matrimonial pairing and will look just as nice. Another way to save money is to leave out some of the uncles and less important men. Just have the fathers and grandfathers wear the small lapel bud.

One place not to skimp on is the arrangements for the church alter. These should be larger and real blooms. The bouquets for the church will be kept on the alter for several weeks after the ceremony. They are considered a gift or offering to the church from the couple so they should be done up right with lots of blooms and mainly the bigger ones so people in the back of the church can see them.

Table arrangements could be made with silk blooms and mostly greenery and baby's-breath with a little dash of colored ribbon thrown in for continuity. These are usually not real big for people want to be able to see each other while they sit at the tables and mingle, talk and eat during the reception. A lot of times, someone at the table will take home the arrangement so it's best not to spend a lot of money on the container either. There are hundreds of hobby shops that have floral arrangement bowls for sale that would be perfect for the tables. Sometimes to save money, a bride will fill the vases or bowls up with different colored marbles or the color theme of the ceremony and water and set the various greenery and blooms inside this mixture for a fresh look.

As soon as a couple has set a date, the bride should be thinking of wedding flowers ideas and trying to stick to their budget. There are many creative choices for a matrimonial ceremony in terms of the floral arrangements for the bride and bridesmaids to carry, the table arrangements and the church alter sprays. If a bride looks around at various hobby shops and discount department stores, she will be able to find various greenery and the blooms she wants in silk which are cheaper and will last forever.

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What is it Worth to You?

By the time young women are of the "marrying age", most have uttered these words, "I always dreamed of a big, fancy wedding."

Most little girls do dream of big, fancy weddings. In fact, their play often involves placing a white veil on their heads - perhaps nothing more than a sheer curtain attached to a headband - and walking with a plastic bouquet down an imaginary church aisle. If no neighborhood boys or brothers can be coerced into playing the part of the groom, then the girls take turns being bride and groom.

Those dreaming young girls have no idea what the cost of a wedding might be, and by the time they come to that realization, they have their hearts set and daddy and husband-to-be aren't about to shatter the bride-to-be's dreams. Mom usually has a dream of her own - her beautiful daughter in a very expensive gown, walking down the aisle of a huge church. Afterwards, the dreams of Mom and daughter see a large hall filled with food and people, music and fun.

Still, most fathers make at least one attempt to persuade their daughters to consider taking a sum of money and either eloping or planning a very small gathering of friends and family, instead of spending so much on a grand wedding event. Perhaps more daughters should consider doing just that.

The wedding industry would disagree. Their pocketbooks are lined as the dream weddings are planned and performed. Why would they want that to change?

But each man and woman planning to be married should consider whether or not having one day that costs between $15,000 and $60,000 or more is really worth that amount of money. It is only one day, and it is the ceremony itself that is the important thing, not the glitter that tags along. The words exchanged, the love shared, the plans of a future together are the important things.

Weddings never go off as planned. There are problems, some minor and some major, in the planning and execution of every wedding. And in the midst of planning, lives are changed, feelings are hurt, harsh words are exchanged, and relationships are marred. Is having a huge wedding really worth all of that?

If the father of the bride offers money to help avoid all the pitfalls of having a gargantuan wedding, should the future bride and groom consider such an offer? Perhaps.

1) Would the money help pay off student loans, thereby relieving the couple of that debt?

2) Could the money be used for a good vehicle?

3) Would the money make a good down payment on a house or condominium? Or would, if placed into an investment plan or savings account, would the money be the foundation for buying a house at a later date?

Can a wedding be one that everyone will remember, even if it does not include using the best caterers in town and the fanciest ballroom? Of course. There are other halls available, and often family and friends can be even better caterers.

Must the bride buy her wedding gown from the most expensive bridal store in town? Of course not. Major retailers offer some excellent choices right off the rack.

Invitations can be simple and less expensive and still elegant. Flower arrangements and bouquets can be simple and elegant as well for those on a tight budget.

Some say that how you plan your wedding and spend money for that one day of your life affects how you think about money issues in the marriage. Learning to be frugal and wise from the beginning benefits any marriage relationship.

Even if the bride's parents can afford it, does it really make sense to plan a wedding that costs more than the average person makes in one year? Is it really worth the time, the inconvenience, and the relationship strains that come from spending months and months planning that picture perfect monstrous wedding, that will never be picture perfect? It's definitely something to ponder.

Marilyn Mackenzie has been writing about home, family, faith and nature for over 40 years. She is an author on Writing.com. Her portfolio can be found at http://www.kenzie.Writing.Com .

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What a Cute Little Pumpkin

I have always been attracted to the nostalgia of years gone by; the crisp look of a shirt with cuff links, the comforting crackle of an old time radio broadcast, the smell of a freshly painted white picket fence; all of these relics resonant with a warmth that reminds me of the goodness of America. The ties to tradition are entreating; homemade fresh apple pie, cheering the home team at a community baseball game, and sharing pictures of cherished children that make us swell with pride. Tradition has been turned on its head.

When proudly flashing the most recent photo received from your wife, most people would expect to hear something like,

"What a cute little pumpkin."

"I know, my wife took this picture during his soccer game. Isn't it adorable how his ruffled hair radiates the enthusiasm of youth?"

As the husband of a frugal freedom fighter, however, one is more inclined to hear something like,

"What a cute little pumpkin."

"Yeah, and my wife got it free when she purchased two boxes of stuffing with her coupon from Sunday's paper."

Such are the sacrifices made by the spouse of a coupon clipping bargain shopper. Rather than receive adorable photos of my sons playing ball or my daughter as she skips rope with her friends, I get Chronicles of Conquest. These are documentary photographs displaying towers of toilet paper, neatly stacked boxes of corn flakes, or an array of shirts and shorts...pristinely laid out on the floor... empty, rather than filled with any of our cute kids. All are accompanied with the phrase, "guess how much all this stuff cost me?"

Like the brawny woodsman with giant heads of antlered moose mounted to his log cabin walls, my wife loves to festoon my email in-box with photos of her latest shopping victory. With excitement that is filled with unfamiliar phrases like, "Using my BOGO coupon and applying my Easy Saver Rebate..." my wife intricately details how she was able to combine promotions and clearance sales with double coupons and a rewards program to get $200 worth of merchandise for only $1.67. While the concepts are sometimes hard to follow, like the intoxicating accent of a foreign movie star, her strange jargon and animated narration is addicting and adorable.

I will admit that coping with the almost alarming enthusiasm of someone who has just found a "Buy One Get One" free coupon can be a daunting task at first. Indeed, witnessing a bargain shopper discover that the local grocery store is honoring Double Coupons is akin to watching the frenzied stampede of wild horses that have been deprived of water, suddenly smell a nearby stream. It is best to get out of the way of such unbridled passion and just enjoy the beauty of the seemingly effortless bargain ballet. It really is almost a form of art.

For those who have just recently recognized that their beautiful bride has joined the growing ranks of the frugal fanatics, (a term of endearment) I have decided to offer some FREE advice. (That last sentence alone, containing the word "FREE", has likely triggered the Spidey Senses of coupon sentinels the world over, who, in countless homes across America, stopped in mid-sentence, lifted their head ever so slightly, and while sniffing the air whispered, "I sense the word 'FREE' has been posted on the internet. I must go investigate.")

Coupon Consciousness

The Sunday paper belongs to the mom. If your kids want to read the comics, or if you would like to check on how your favorite sports team faired, these are acceptable desires, but you must surgically extract these sections with the precision of a covert Navy Seals team, carefully ensuring that the ads are not disturbed and that no insert is misplaced. Trust me, she will know if a coupon is missing. She has already researched the matter and knows what coupons should arrive, how they will be incorporated into a comprehensive shopping trip, and whether they can be combined with any other offers resulting in stores paying her to take products from their shelves. (Is that legal?)

Once she has cut out the coupons and arranged them on the dining room table in preparation for the careful cataloguing that will shortly follow, do not disturb the staging area! The slightest breeze could blow these wispy coupon treasures from their stacks, causing a panic reminiscent of a government lockdown initiated after discovering that classified computer systems have been breeched. If your teenage son begins to run past the table as he heads off to a friend's house, tackling him to ensure that he does not create a draft may be the greatest display of love and concern for his safety that you could offer. Walking slowly, breathing lightly, and talking softly will all improve your chances of survival.

What's In Store

It may be prudent to sit down with your children and let them know that they do not live in a Target store. This can be confusing for some children who don't realize that just because there are shelves filled with endless stacks of deodorant, toothpaste, and shampoo, their home is actually a private residence. Just because they are given a "shopping list" to go to the garage and get food from the abundant shelves to restock the pantry in the kitchen, does not mean that they will be required to wear a clerk's smock and don a nametag. Stocking up goes hand in hand with coupon clipping and bargain shopping, but you may consider investing in companies that sell shelving materials.

If you suddenly realize that your daughter is invited to a birthday party that you forgot about, don't worry. Head to the garage and select any one of the many toys that your wife has purchased from the last Christmas clearance sale or toy mark-down event. It may be a bit tricky selecting one toy from the large stockpile, but the birthday girl will never know that the gift actually only cost $3 even though it retails for $45. You may want to explain to your daughter, however, that the garage is not an actual department store, and they don't have to worry that another "shopper" will come in to purchase their bike or their roller skates.

Variety Is The Spice Of Life

Living with a coupon crusader means you get to be on the cutting edge. That is to say, you are essentially now a perpetual test market. As your bargain beauty gains greater proficiency, she often becomes the recipient of promotional and test market products. Pace yourself and be a support counselor for your children. While it is fun and exciting to sometimes get the latest product in their lunch, some "new" products are better than others. Pringle sticks are cool and some flavors are yummy, but when your son comes home and begs you to talk to mom about not packing the latest "all-natural" fruit bar, be understanding.

When you discover that instead of a Batman theme, your son is going to have a Juicy Juice themed birthday party complete with Juicy Juice gift bags and playing cards, it may be time for reverse psychology. Casually wonder aloud how much money a person could save if they handed out promotional freebies at Halloween to the little trick-or-treaters and let the money saving instincts kick in and do the rest. After all, you shouldn't be selfish and keep all the wonderful items to yourself.

All in all, being a part of the coupon community is wonderful. There is a certain camaraderie that exists on blogs like www.TheBargainJargon.com and similar sites. You will grow to love and be amazed by the creativity and resourcefulness of your wife. So if you are the victim of a bargain shopping relationship, hang in there. You can survive. Sure you may forget what your children look like because the only pictures you ever get are of great shopping excursions, but you will never run out of toilet paper, and with all the money your frugal freedom-fighter saves, you can go out and buy yourself a nice pair of cuff links to remind you of the nostalgia of America...as long as they are on sale.

Steve Palmer is not a regular author. He is just a guy that is writing an article to earn some brownie points with his wife.

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Fabulous Wedding On a Budget - Tips For the Wedding Of Your Dreams Without Breaking The Bank

While a wedding is a joyous occasion that should be celebrated to the fullest, many engaged couples are exploring creative ways for keeping their big day special, but within a reasonable budget. Today the average wedding can range in the tens of thousands of dollars, money that some couples feel could be better spent.

Here are some easy tips for having your dream wedding without spending a fortune.

Flowers

For cheap, but beautiful flowers, visit the local grocery stores, farmer's markets or roadside stands instead of opting for professional services by a florist. Some supermarkets even have wedding packages that are a fraction of the cost they would be at a flower shop. Also, almost everyone knows that crafty someone who would be more than happy to create bouquets and boutonnières for the bridal party and corsages for special guests.

Use silk flowers instead of live ones for the decorations and or the bouquets. Freshly cut greenery can be used to complement "fake" flowers at a cost that is considerably less than the real thing.

Attire

Most tuxedo rental stores offer free rentals for the groom if his groomsmen will also be getting theirs from there as well. Many times the groom only has to pay for his shoes.

The frugal bride may save a substantial amount of money by renting or borrowing her gown. Some women scour resale shops, bridal fairs, and outlet stores until they find just the right dress at the right price. Bridal shops also frequently have sales offering large discounts on sample gowns. There are also thousands of bridesmaids gowns in colors such as white, off-white, ecru, and ivory that can easily pass for a bridal gown, the only real difference is the price tag.

Food

Consider having your reception mid-afternoon, or even mid-morning to avoid providing guests with a full meal.

Enlist the help of family and friends and create your own buffet feast with a variety of dishes, desserts, and appetizers. Most people know at least one or two great cooks with some old family recipes, and staples such as chicken or potatoes can often be purchased already prepared at the grocery store. Some easy desserts and simple homemade cookies can spruce up the food tables and cost far less than you'd pay a baker.

Time and Location

Instead of the traditional setting for your wedding and reception, use a bit of creativity to find the perfect location that doesn't upset the budget. Most towns have parks that are available for weddings and outdoor celebrations and cost a fraction of what you would pay for a banquet hall or hotel ballroom.

The budget-minded may also want to consider the possibility of a "venue wedding" where all details are taken care of by a wedding coordinator at a hotel, inn, restaurant or similar setting. Package deals often include everything from the reception to the flowers to the photography. Just be sure to know ahead of time exactly what is included in your particular package.

The most inexpensive time of year to get married is between the months of November and January, with the costliest day of the week being Saturday.

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Cheap Wedding Tips and Tricks

My, how the cost of weddings has skyrocketed. In the U.S, $20,000 is not much beyond the average cost for a wedding. Granted, this includes your reception location, ceremony, clothes, food, alcohol, music, flowers, cake, decorations, favors, tips, sundries and honeymoon. Saving even a little across the board or a lot in one particular area can add to a significant savings in your wallet (or the wallet of the family members that are paying for the grand event).

Here are some great ideas for saving decent money on your wedding. Note that you will be making some difficult choices. There are very valid reasons to spend for the details and professional services of a once in a lifetime event that is your wedding. However, if your budget is very tight, then you can consider using one or more of the suggestions below and you will still have a memorable wedding. You may not be able to combine all of these suggestions, depending on your must-haves, location, and time frame, but using even one or two will help ease the money crunch.

Save on Your Wedding Gown - The bride can find a lovely wedding gown that is perhaps last years design, is a white or cream "prom" dress, has been handed down through her family or is an heirloom gown that she found on the internet or in a vintage shop. After some alteration and by adding jewelry, veil and headpiece, the gown is hers at a great savings.

Make Your Centerpieces - If you don't want fresh flower centerpieces, you or your wedding attendants can have a fun project day, before the wedding, creating unique centerpieces to fit your theme. Another idea is to use live potted plants that represent your theme or region. Potted small palm trees or Colorado blue spruce can be really fun, meaningful and environmentally conscious at the same time.

Frugal Favors - Some wedding favors can be purchased for about $1 a piece from internet sites. As favors are a token for your guests to take home, they shouldn't be cheesy but they don't need to be ornate or expensive either. Surprisingly, you can also check a "dollar store" or the $1 section of Target or another discount store for items that may fit your theme and style. I've seen that Target's wedding section (near the stationery in my store) has inexpensive sets of wedding bubbles. An alternative to purchased favors, especially for a nature themed wedding, is something as simple as giving small clay pots with seed packets. Or offer little taffeta bags of Jordan Almonds - almonds coated with a pastel colored sugar shell - a tradition in Mediterranean weddings.

Send Evites - You can send electronic invitations to those who are computer savvy and modern-thinking and send paper invitations to your other guests. This saves on postage and helps the environment too!

DIY Calligraphy - If you are artistically inclined, buy nice paper, envelopes and card stock and do your own calligraphy for your invitations and place cards.

These are but a few ways that you can save on your wedding costs and still have a great wedding!

Copyright 2008 by Mindy Makuta.

Mindy and her husband own a small resort in Lyons, Colorado where they host outdoor weddings and family reunions. For a ton more ideas on saving money on your wedding, see weddingsandromance.com/wedding-savings.html on her web-site which covers topics of concern for before, during and after the wedding. You may also like information on planning a Colorado wedding at http://www.168colorado.com/weddings. This site helps plan Colorado weddings, retreats and vacations, including referrals for where to stay and what to do when you get there.

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Wedding Economics - What and What Not to Cut

No wedding should be a financial burden on the engaged couple or their families. Nor does the wedding need to have a budget look or feel to be economically savvy. There are areas that can be trimmed and some others that can be sheared to lessen the financial load and still have the dream wedding that will have guests talking for years.

The Dress:

Yes, the dress is important. However, there are ways to get a dream dress that is not a nightmare price. The first place to begin is with an open mind. Preconceived ideas about the dress will run the price up quickly. Secondly, where you shop can make all of the difference. Resale shops, consignment shops, and designer clearances are all places that can yield great results for a beautiful dress at a bargain price. Don't shy away from resale and consignment stores because you don't want a used dress. Remember that stores often donate their end of season-after the big sale-leftovers to different charity stores. Brides who have called off their weddings or changed their mind about the first dress they purchased will sell them at consignment shops to recoup some of the funds from their mistakes. Just remember: if you don't anyone tell EXACTLY where the dress came from or which route it took getting there, no one will know.

The Venue:

Since most of us are not blessed with an estate to host 250 guests, where the wedding and/or reception will be held can be a budget maker or budget breaker! A church or synagogue are the traditional choices for many brides and while there is a cost usually associated with these, compared to the 'for profit' choices, it is nominal. Some churches allow people outside the membership to use the church, while others do not. If you do not have a church home but wish to marry in a church, ask around. A small wedding in a large church has the same appearance as a postage stamp on a large wall. If you are planning a small gathering of only close friends and family, you should check into the availability of a chapel or other smaller area that will have the intimate feel that make small weddings grand.

Art museums, community centers, planned neighborhood community rooms are options for the reception that will usually not break the bank. Ask friends and family who live near your area to suggest spots. Several factors to keep in mind: Kitchen/food service facilities, available bathrooms, parking, lighting, sound systems, distance between ceremony site and reception site and any need for security. What looks like a real steal on paper might end up costing far more than a traditional venue when you add in the extras.

The Cake:

To stay on a budget and still have an elegant cake keep these thoughts in mind. The taste of the cake is as important as the look...  ask to sample! Yummm! A creamy cake with your choice of fillings can be ordered from high end grocery stores, usually for much less than from a conventional bakery. Wedding cakes from specialty cake stores cost a fortune. Sometimes. Shop around. A simple cake adorned with fresh flowers and a stunning cake topper of the couple's initials can make a much grander statement than cakes that are overly busy with piped icing and a million buttercream flowers. And they cost so much less since every flower is accounted for in the final price of most cakes.

Photography:

No, don't skimp on quality here. Find the best photographer you can who shoots the type of photos that you like. Just hold off from ordering the most expensive package he or she has to offer. Make a list of the photographs that you want to have and who should be included. Use his samples of past weddings as inspiration. Then adjust that list so that all of your special moments will be captured, but the 'cute' shot of the bartenders chugging the champagne or the ring bearer and junior groomsman going head to head in the church playground can be left out. Save those snaps for your amateur friends.

If you know someone who takes pretty good pictures or, even better, great pictures, ask if they will take the candid shots at the reception. If these are digital, they can be emailed to you and then later developed at picture kiosk near you. Also include on the guest tables at the reception disposable cameras so that your guests can take photos of each other. These can be some of the best candid shots of your guests. The cost of the table cameras and developing should be compared to the cost of the photographer to calculate your true savings!

Food:

A buffet service will cost less in the long run than a seated dinner. The menu will determine the price as well, with a dinner that includes a meat entrée being at the top of the price point. Depending on when and where you are hosting this reception, a full meal is not expected mid or late afternoon or after the 'dinner hour'.

Keep in mind that presentation is everything and the simplest of offerings can look grand when placed on a lovely tray with a doily and pretty garnishes. 'Building up' the display is a trick caterers and event planners use and can be copied using stands or pedestals that create height. Even bricks can be used and dramatically draped with the same fabric as the tablecloth to give interest. Get inspiration from reception magazines and from online photos.

Flowers:

Another potential budget breaker, flowers really set the stage for a lovely wedding. The main consideration when you are planning the look of your wedding is to stay true to your season. In other words, a winter wedding should not feature tropical flowers unless you live in the tropics. Why? It looks silly for one thing, but more importantly out of season flowers are huge budget biters. In winter consider using evergreens and berries, in spring there are endless choices. Summer is easy with so much available. Fall offers the opportunity to use foliage, squash, pumpkins and gourds.

If you have talented friends, they may donate their services to arrange cut flowers for you. Grocery stores, farmers markets and wholesale clubs offer cut flowers at considerable savings... if you can find someone to arrange them for you. These stores will also be able to tell you what will be in season when you are planning your colors and theme and some will even special order for you. Use lots of greenery in season, but keep in mind that fern is not the only greenery suitable. Look outside and see what is available. If you have a green thumb and the patch of dirt, grow your own! Flowering trees such as crepe myrtle make a dramatic statement and have the added bonus of being used in the garden afterwards. In some locations, large trees and plants can be rented.

A sneaky cost savings? A wedding the during Christmas week (but before New Years) will allow the frugal bride to take advantage of the decorations already available in the church and to remember that country clubs and restaurants are also decorated. This savings alone may allow you to have the reception at a venue previously thought to be out of your budget range. Mix and match!

Favors:

Not surprisingly, more and more brides are not only offering a favor from the wedding, they are offering an entire selection of party favors. Favors are the 'thank you' from you to your guests for coming to share your special day. Do it yourself favors don't break the bank and offer an opportunity to gather friends together to help! If you have budget issues, you don't have to have more than one favor per guest. This isn't the Oscars so you need not have a red carpet gift bag. A simple box tied with a lovely bow can house the treat of your choice, from a handful of your favorite jellybeans or mints to home baked cookies or brownies. A soy candle wrapped in tulle or tissue and tied with a bow and a card is a lovely gift. By getting creative and buying in bulk online, you will be able to say thank you to all who came to share your day.

Weddings are a joyous occasion. Planning and judicious shopping will yield a wedding to remember... and not because you are paying for it for years! Best Wishes for a beautiful wedding!

About the author: Marilyn Lewis is a professional Interior Designer with over 27 years of experience. an event planner, and owner of the online retail shop http://www.LovedTheParty which features favors, decorations, invitations and gifts for parties and events. Marilyn has been been planning, designing and executing weddings, fundraisers, debutante parties, birthday and corporate events for her clients for more than 20 years.

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Not Your Mother's Registry - 5 Top Modern Wedding Registry Trends

Today's weddings are less of an exercise in tradition and archaic rituals, and more of a true expression of the personalities, values, hopes and dreams of the bride and groom. This trend is reflected in every aspect of the wedding planning, from the bride's choice of wedding dress and bridal themes, to the wedding d?cor and wedding registry.

Gone are the days of a gift registry filled with old-fashioned items such as china, crystal and ornate linens that most likely will only be used on special occasions. A modern bridal registry is more likely to include wedding gifts that will fit the couple's current lifestyles and enhance their new journey together.

Whether you're a "Platinum Weddings" bride, frugal bride, bridezilla or laid back bride, there are lots of ways to reflect your personality and dreams in your wedding gift registry. Here are a few popular trends in wedding registry gifts, perfect for today's bride and groom:

Ticket to Paradise

A honeymoon registry is one of the most popular wedding wishes for modern couples. Registry gifts can range from an investment in the couple's dream to backpack around Europe to a week of beachside activities at one of the world's most luxurious resorts.

Home Sweet Home

Why register for a bunch of 'stuff' to put into your dream home when you can actually register for your dream home? A down payment on a new home is not only one of the most popular wedding wishes found on today's wedding registries, it's one of the most valuable investments family and friends can make in a couple's new life together.

A Fresh Financial Start

Student loans and other debt can be a huge burden for a couple preparing to start their new married lives together. A cash registry or an investment in a "fresh start" for a new couple can help them pave their way to a brighter and more prosperous future together. This is a more contemporary spin on the traditional wedding wishing well, and a very popular gift registry trend.

Pay it Forward

Many modern couples start their new lives together by paying it forward. Instead of asking for wedding gifts for themselves, they ask guests to donate money they would have spent on a gift registry items to a nonprofit organization or worthy cause. Typically, donations can be made by mail or by accessing a link on the couple's wedding website. This year, many couples are likely to ask for donations to the Red Cross and other organizations that are helping to fund the relief efforts in Haiti.

Gift of Lifelong Learning

A great way to keep your newlywed relationship fresh and exciting is by trying new things together, which is why the gift of lifelong learning is a perfect addition to modern couple's gift registries. Anything from music classes, cooking classes (an especially ideal gift for a bridal shower registry) or even flying lessons can bring excitement to a new marriage and help a couple continue to grow and strengthen their bond.

Brides often ask us, "Where can I get creative ideas for my gift registry?" View a sample online registry on our site at UponOurStar.com for a peek at other couple's wedding wishes and then register for a wish registry of your own!

UponOurStar.com is a Wedding Registry for Wishes, not Stuff.

It is a tasteful way to receive cash gifts for your wedding. Fill your Registry with your most meaningful wishes, such as your dream home, your honeymoon, or a future child's education fund. Your family and friends can contribute money towards your future happiness, by granting your wedding wishes. Your registry is limited only by your imagination, and you'll receive your collected Wish Funds as a payment into your bank account.

Let your wedding guests help to make a difference in your future lives together. Create your personalized Wedding Wish Registry at http://UponOurStar.com today.

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What Is A Destination Wedding Dress?

Just as destination weddings are fast growing in popularity, so are destination wedding dresses.

What exactly is a destination wedding dress? It is a trendy, sensible, cost effective alternative to the traditional wedding gown.

You don't have to be leaving town to choose a destination wedding dress. The name lends itself to the fact that these bridal gowns are usually made of softer, lighter fabrics that pack easily and travel well.

However, these informal wedding gowns are nothing less than spectacular with sleek lines, and simple designs. Today, more and more brides-to-be are choosing to stray from the multi layers of frill and lace in favor of the simplistic beauty of a destination wedding dress.

Lightweight fabrics such as chiffon, organza, silk, rayon, crepe or crinkle cotton are extremely popular and practical. They are cool, elegant and comfortable. The lightweight, wrinkle resistant qualities of such fabrics make your precious wedding gown very "packable".

Styles range from truly elegant full length gowns to romantic tea length. Sexy slip dresses and halter styles are also very popular and beautiful. For a casual beach wedding dress, consider a sarong or a Hawaiian holoku.

The cost for such a dress itself warrants consideration, especially for the frugal bride on a tight budget. You can easily keep the cost of your beach wedding dress under $300.00 without sacrificing style at all!

Remember...

Dollars do NOT dictate beauty! Some of the prettiest wedding gowns I have seen, both casual and formal, have been right on eBay... at a fraction of the cost!

It doesn't matter whether you are looking for an informal beach wedding dress for your poolside ceremony, a sunrise or sunset ocean front ceremony, or if you are planning to wed onboard a luxury cruise liner...

The destination wedding dress is perfect for every wedding style!

One more thing...

When traveling to your wedding destination, do NOT entrust the safe keeping of your wedding gown to airline attendants. Not long ago, as I stood in the Jacksonville airport, I watched one young girl break down as a baggage handler, presented her with her wedding dress accompanied by an apology. The garment bag was torn open and there were black tire prints on her lovely silk gown. It had apparently slipped off the side of the baggage trolley and been driven over, then dragged back to the terminal from the plane.

Don't let this happen to you!

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Is the Economy Hurting Your Wedding Plans?

It's hard to ignore what's happening with the world economy right now. It's making people really worried about their finances. And when you're planning a wedding you're already mega concerned about your budget so this just escalates things majorly.

And it sucks!

Here you've been dreaming of this amazing wedding day your whole life and NOW is the time that the economy has to go all wonky??? Didn't the global economic forces realize we were engaged???

Well there's no doubt that the timing is frustrating. You had a lot of plans and dreams and now you're not sure what to do. You want to be frugal and economically savvy but you also want to have a fantastic wedding.

The good news is, that you can do both!

Planning A Wedding In Today's Economic Ecosystem

I want to provide you with 4 surefire tips on having a fantastic wedding and not letting the current economic issues get you down:

* Recession Proof Your Wedding - A lot of brides and grooms go deeply into debt for their weddings. Right now with the markets being the way that they are, that's a little more than scary. But I'd say don't be afraid of making some credit card purchases for your wedding but definitely stay in control. I would not advise you to take a line of credit out against your house to pay for your wedding right now. The best way to recession proof your wedding is to figure out what you can realistically spend on your wedding (chat with your parents about this too) and then stick to it. Cut down your guest list rather than trying to penny pinch to fit in your entire office floor. A smaller guest list will give you more room to make your wedding look lavish

* Watch Out For the Quick Buck Vendors - Yes you want a good deal but now is not the time to be booking with anyone who hangs up a sign. You need to pick people who are well established and have financially secure companies that have been around for awhile. How horrible would it be to give someone a big deposit and then not be able to get a hold of them again? I've seen this happen even when times aren't tough but with people trying to make the quick buck right now you need to be extra careful.

* Be Smart With Your Wedding AND Lifestyle Budget - It's important that you make a budget for both your wedding AND your life and then stick to it. This will help you feel in control and confident with all your decisions.

* Be Resourceful and "Resourcefilled"- While you want to be resourceful and find great deals you also want to be resourcefilled. That means you have a bunch of resources to pull from that will help you achieve your ultimate wedding look. A wedding planner can really help you with this because they know great vendors to work with and they also have great resources for frugal items and sometimes even vendor discounts. Although hiring a wedding planner can take some room in your budget in the long run a wedding planner can really save you time and money.

When you're figuring out how to have the perfect wedding in today's economic situation don't get frustrated. Just take it one step at a time and you'll come out on top. Although it can be challenging to plan a wedding when there is so much negative press about the economy it can definitely be done. Sometimes it helps just to turn the TV off and stop listening to the negative. It certainly doesn't help anything listening to it. This will let you make your decisions based on your own feelings rather than based on fear because of something you heard on the news.

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Affordable Wedding Invitations - Stylish Ways to Save

Flowers, and bridesmaids, and rings... oh my! While you've been fantasizing about your dream wedding since you were a girl in pigtails, you probably haven't been saving that long. The reality is that those princess dreams can be pricey. But affordable wedding invitations can help you hang onto your hard-earned cash. From the latest in web technology to traditional photo stationery, here are 5 ways to be a fabulous--but frugal--bride. For affordable invites, all you need is a little creativity as well as access to the right home computer equipment.

1. Do it yourself - You don't need flashy computers or professional printing presses to create affordable wedding invitations. You can design and print your invites at home using cardstock from a local or online craft store and a printer. Whether you print a simple text invitation or design your own photo wedding invites, DIY-ers will find it simple to save cash.

2. Email - While it's not exactly Emily Post, this is the ultimate in affordable invites. No printing. No mailing. That can mean a lot less fuss for busy brides. Email invites offer as much breadth of styles as the paper kind. You can send text only invites or create photo invitations. Online services offer invitation templates, making it easy to design a stylish invite. These companies also offer services such as RSVP tracking and RSVP reminders. There is a fee to use these sites, but it's still less expensive than traditional paper invites. Remember, some guests, like Great-auntie Hazel, might not be wired, so you'll still need to make sure they get the information another way.

3. Less can mean more - in your pocketbook, that is. You can also create affordable wedding invitations by being choosy about where you spend your money. For example, you might splurge on a stunning printed invite or professionally-designed photo invitations but choose to print the map cards on your home computer. Add style to these handmade pieces using crafting scissors to cut a scalloped edge on the edges of the paper for trim.

4. Downsize - Rather than investing in RSVP cards and return envelopes, consider using an RSVP postcard instead. Most wedding invitation specialists offer these postage-friendly items, but you can save money by printing them at home too. These postcards can be done in a variety of styles to suit any wedding theme. For a fun touch you may also want to add a picture of yourself and your future spouse--similar to the photo wedding invites that are increasing in popularity.

5. Be savvy - Even big-city fashionistas are frugal these days, so don't be afraid to shop around to get the best deals on invites. For example, one company might charge a fee to add images to photo invitations, while another firm might waive those charges. Keep an eye out for stylish close-outs for which there might be a discount.

Don't let a less-than-ideal budget frustrate your wedding plans. From photo invites to RSVP postcards, you have lots of options for affordable wedding invitations.

Rose Watson is a reviewer and commentator on wedding invitations sites. She is inspired to help you find the perfect wedding invitation. Go now to: http://www.allstyleweddinginvitations.com and discover recommendations and more information about designing and selecting your wedding invitations.

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The 7 Deadly Wedding Sins

I came across a very insightful and well written blog this morning regarding "The 7 Biggest Fattest Wedding Complaints," and it got me thinking. With all this talk we do about making it your day, maybe we forgot about your guests. Your Arizona wedding will be memorable to you no matter how the day pans out, but it will be memorable to your guests as wonderful or not so great. Which do you want it to be?

While I absolutely hate to add any more ideas and stress into your overwhelming Arizona wedding planning, this blog that I read does touch upon some things that you just might want to consider. And the only reason I'm even reminding you to consider these things is for this reason; you are going to have a good time at your wedding, that is probably a given. It will be the most memorable and hopefully the happiest day of your life. However, have you ever been to a wedding where the guests aren't dancing, aren't laughing, and aren't participating in the joy?

I recently went to a wedding that was incredibly traditional; more-so than I would have imagined it to be. The food was amazing, however the apps were lacking and there wasn't an open bar. So, while the wedding party went off to take pictures, we were left to scavenge the reception hall for something to pass the time. It was an amazing wedding, but I will remember that it asn't that much fun.

But, I digress. The first item to consider, according to Heather's blog, is the food. "My thought, en route to the nearest drive-through on the way home: Being frugal is fine, but don't scrimp on the food." It's good point, because if you start of the night by leaving your guests starving, they'll get tired and lazy.

Second, "while your wedding needn't be a bacchanalian free-for-all, let's face it: Nobody likes a cash bar. It's essentially saying, "Pay to celebrate our love"! If your budget is tight, consider pouring lower-priced wines and beer, with top-shelf options available for purchase." This is what I'm saying! Most of the time, people don't come to a wedding with a ball full of ones. If you want your guests to make this a memorable night for themselves and for you, don't be skimpy with the bar.

Third, "destination weddings are lovely but can be pricey for guests. If people are traveling long distances or overseas for your wedding, they've earned themselves a sit-down meal." These types of weddings are all the rage, so if you're not having your Arizona wedding at Val Vista Lakes and you are going to expect your guests to shell out some money for your big day, the least that you can do is provide a relaxing and fun environment.

Fourth, "for the sake of 3-10 percent of your guests, try to incorporate a meat-free entree option or a few hearty veggie-friendly sides and appetizers." From personal experience, even if you are having a small wedding, there will be a vegetarian in the bunch and you don't want to make them feel left out. I mean, how would you like going to an event where everyone got to eat the amazing food and you got some saltines?

Fifth, "While logistics of event planning vary, the bride and groom should take care to ensure that guests are not left waiting for an hour or more with nothing to do, eat, or drink. Low blood sugar is not conducive to celebrating." Amen! How often are we at wedding where the pictures are taking forever? After the apps run out and the cash bar has cleaned out our pockets, it gets irritating to still be waiting.

Wedding pictures can be incredibly time consuming, and we all get carried away with poses and being the center of attention. But if you think the pictures might run long, save some for the reception or perhaps think about taking them before the wedding. At Val Vista Lakes, there are so many options for wedding pictures that it is so easy to get carried away. However, while you're leaving your guests to fend for themselves, at Val Vista Lakes we have amazing scenery, and outdoor bar, and the boat rides to keep everyone occupied while you're taking your sweet time.

Sixth, "Planning a wedding isn't an exact science -- there are always last minute RSVPs (or people who don't RSVP at all) or those who show up with unexpected guests, children, or food allergies. So, consider the snout and plan for a few extra guests (or extra hungry ones)." This is probably one of the most accurate and frustrating things about wedding guests. I hate to say it, but there will be some who RSVP and decide not to come, and there will be some who say they can't make it who miraculously appear. When you're shelling out $100 per dinner plate, this is something that can easily get under your skin. However, as much as it might hurt to do, plan on some of the "no's" becoming "yes's" on your big day.

Lastly, "The bride and groom cut the cake under the joyous gaze of friends, family, and possibly religious figures, and then, to cement the union, the groom smashes a handful of pricey cake on the (impeccably made-up) bride. Who started this? Who actually enjoys this uneasy ritual? My humble opinion: Save the frosting frolicking for the honeymoon."

I'm going to throw it all out there on this one; I completely disagree with our wonderful blog author on the idea of being perfectly polite and gentile on your wedding day. This is your day! You've done all of the planning, you've put up with the in-laws and your family, you've dealt with grumpy guests and RSVP's that never showed, and you and your partner managed to stick it out through the entire thing and get through it together.

First of all, I know there's probably some pent up aggression and frustration just bubbling deep down inside, and second of all, why not have a laugh on your wedding day? Traditionally, the mother-of-the-bride might not understand it, but 'traditionally' it has always been done. Seriously, I could write an entirely new blog about this one, but we'll keep it short.

When you're about to feed each other some $600 cake, and you've made it through everything together so far, and you're staring into each other's eyes, a feisty grin across your face, make it memorable. Trust me, cake faces pictures are far better than perfectly clean profiles.

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Planning the Cheapest Wedding

There are ways to plan a wedding that doesn't break the bank. You don't your husband or wife looking at that ring regretting the debt you incurred. Follow some of these simple rules and you will be safe from the green wedding goblin who is after every penny. These frugal tips will have you celebrating the cheapest wedding.

Tip 1 - Plan the wedding yourselves - I have seen so many couples talk about the vision they have for their wedding, only to see it drowned out by a crazy creative event planner, who over did it, with little taste. If you know what you want it is far cheaper to do it yourself. 90% of the time a wedding planner will charge 15% of total wedding cost. that is 15% MORE than you needed to spend.

Tip 2 - Recipe for success - It can be really difficult to cook for 200+ people, but there are options without going to a fancy wedding caterer. Costco is a great option for finding huge tubs, and cases of ingredients to make a cake/souffles. If you can't do dinner, don't do dinner for everyone. I have been to a ton of weddings, where all they served were amazing appetizers and drinks. Be sure there is enough and don't pay too much for them. If you want to serve dinner, higher an affordable caterer. I have a friend who called her favorite Hawaiian restaurant and they sent mountains of food for the fraction of the cost a fancy wedding caterer would.

Tip 3 - A friends backyard - If your parents are part of the baby boomer generation like mine were, they have to have "that" friend that has a Buick, a golden retriever, and "that" backyard. The most beautiful wedding I have ever been too was at a house on a lake. Free to the bride and groom because it was her grandparents. There are friends of friends from college, that have places. The most expensive part of a wedding is location. Save thousands of dollars on a location and be able to serve dinner.

Tip 4 - The ring - As a groom, this is not something you want to go stingy on. Having that said, you can find a beautiful ring that your wife has raved over for the last month copied by a local jeweler. Places like Blue Nile sell just the diamond, take it to a local jeweler and have that Tiffany ring replicated. If the groom is reading this. TELL HER, she won't care she got the exact ring she wanted for a lot less.

I hope these 4 tips help you on the road to matrimony. Marriage and Family are hard enough, don't make marriage the same. Marriage is for you guys, enjoy it without paying for it.

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When DIY Can Save Your Wedding

DIY stands for do-it-yourself and it can save you a fortune on your wedding. According to the Association for Wedding Professionals International, the average cost of a wedding in the U.S. is now between $18,000 and $21,000. Unless you have a personal trust fund the size of a hotel heiress, you may want to investigate ideas to trim costs for your wedding.

One of the easiest ways to trim costs is to do some of the work yourself. But I'm not crafty - you may say. Well take heart! These days, craftiness can come in the form of kits sold in most craft stores that will do anything from help you design your own invitations to decorate your own cake. If pre-packaged kits aren't your thing, you can always check with your family or friends. Everyone knows someone who is crafty. And best of all, you can buy supplies in bulk when they go on sale instead of paying full price for someone else to do them for you.

Another option is volunteers. Instead of asking for wedding gifts, let your guests know that if they wanted to volunteer to help with the wedding in some way, you would love it! One friend may volunteer to provide the candles for the ceremony, while others can help decorate. Someone can give you the gift of the bridal bouquet and flowers while yet another can bake the wedding cake. Allowing your family to pitch in and help with the wedding will be a much better "gift" to you in the long run than any toaster or towel set could provide. And your family will enjoy the experience all the more because they had a part in making it happen.

If catering is costing you a fortune, call a favorite family owned BBQ or restaurant. These businesses are always honored to do a wedding and their prices reflect it. Another option is having a daytime reception and serving lunch instead of dinner. Sunday brunch is also an elegant option for a wedding. Ladies auxiliary at your local church or through a local service organization like Kiwanis will sometimes provide catering at cost instead of the markup you would pay with a professional caterer. When all else fails, go for a finger food or deli food reception. Light and simple can save you both on money and on stress.

Who needs huge floral arrangements on tables blocking the view of other guests? Instead, a simple display of candles and rose petals can make an elegant statement and will cost you a fraction of what a floral arrangement would cost. Other ideas include putting bowls of fresh fruit or seashells as a centerpiece. Adding inexpensive chocolates or other food snacks to the table will also dress up the reception tables in addition to occupying your guests.

Skip the professional wedding cake. Buy a plain white cake at a supermarket or small bakery. You can decorate the cake yourself without spending a fortune on "wedding cake" fees. Flowers are a simple way to decorate a wedding cake, as is buying your own inexpensive wedding cake topper. Grated white chocolate over a plain cake is also beautiful with a few well placed silk flowers purchased at your local dollar store.

Your wedding will be beautiful no matter what you do. However, it is important to decide how you want to finance that dream - by spending your time or your money. If you are low on funds, spend the time to make your wedding memorable by doing it yourself.

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Wedding Flowers on a Budget

Flowers for the wedding can make the most difference in the mood you and your bride are trying to convey to the participants. All colors and arrangements have their own suggestive nuances. Even in a dull or common setting, flowers can be used to brighten up, liven, and cheer the drab environs.

Once you've decided on opting for flowers, there are some wise tips that are important to consider - especially for frugal grooms and prudent brides!
It's not easy to move the flowers from the wedding to the reception because transporting large arrangements is, in the words of a professional, "cumbersome and messy."
Carnations are really cheap, but some people are put off by them. However, in tight bunches and pretty combinations, they can be magnificent.
Consider holding the reception in an environment that is already decorated with flower displays or that have gardens that have colorful arrangements
Avoid a February marriage because Valentine's Day causes the cost of flowers to rise a lot.
Buy large (or modest) potted plants such as palms and ficus instead of purchasing bulky flower arrangements. They will live longer and can be given as presents at the end of the ceremony.
Christmas and Easter are ideal times to hold a wedding because the church will be pre-decorated, and the mood will be festive and celebratory.

Get the phone number and arrange a meeting with a florist to discuss plans for the multitude of of arrangements you'll need. They will be able to help you choose flower types that are cheap but effective. Expert advice is always useful and you may be surprised at how much you can save if things are done right.

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The five main benefits for the first treatment for depression

Depression is an affective disorder, mild enough for some people more. All of us have experienced depression or another in our life before depression storage. Can have relationships, health, weight and sleep too few to speak on impact.

If you have been diagnosed with depression, there are many advantages to seek treatment and undergoing the mental state of depression. Characterized by overwhelming feelingsSadness. Individual suffering from this condition, it can feel as if their situation is hopeless and may even feel as if they have any value as depression individuals. It is a mental state, usually in complications with the day to day functioning and overall quality of life, a person experiences. If you get treated for depression, in this sense is an advantage 5:

Before individuals, treatment of this mental condition oftenresting on the situation. In many cases proved to be affected have difficulty falling asleep. In other cases, it is difficult for one person with this condition stay asleep. But the appropriate treatment, a good night sleep can be achieved.

According Many people find that they experience depression are different degrees of pain. If you are being treated for the condition, not only to improve your state of mind,Reduce the amount of pain that may occur.

Third, the depression is the health of a person known to physiological shock. Complications such as hypertension, a weakened immune system, and also the occurrence of diseases such as headaches can be drastically reduced and / or be removed if a person being treated for depression.

Depression contributes towards the fourth person, and this often leads to complications such as poor job performance, school and social lifeSituations. If a person is treated for the condition, it will improve their performance in these areas.

Fifth cognition are often associated with depression. Treatment of this condition, you may improve your memory and mood, increase concentration and improve your ability to solve the problems.

can see there are many many benefits for depression are always treated as. If you suffer from this condition, it is important thatThey investigate which treatments are best for you, it fits the seriousness of the disease and your way of life. Therefore, you can experience the benefits of the top five for the treatment of depression.

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B-vitamins to treat depression

B vitamins are essential for good health. Although each B vitamin is unique in itself in the food they are found more frequently in groups. Let's look at what the B vitamins are and what possible benefits could result from use.

What are B vitamins?

B-vitamins are a group of eight vitamins that are soluble in water and are easily distributed in the body. Our range of B vitamins is updated daily that leave the body through urination. Together, they are known asB-vitamins. Each has its own name.

What are the numbers and names of B vitamins?

The B vitamins are:

B1-thiamine

B2-Riboflavin

B3 Niacin (vitamin P or vitamin PP)

Pantothenic Acid-B5

B6-Pyroxidine

B7-Biotin (Vitamin H also)

B9-folic acid (also Vitamin M and Vitamin Bc

Cobalamin B12

What are the benefits of B vitamins?

Together, B vitamins help combat the symptoms ofStress, depression, heart disease and vascular disease. They also promote the metabolism, maintains healthy skin and hair, helps tone the muscles. B vitamins support cell growth and energy metabolism in cells, including red blood cells and prevent anemia conditions.

What are good sources of vitamin B?

We believe that beer is a good source of vitamin B? E 'due to the yeast, the production of beer that this is true. This is not toand encourage everyone to go for a drink. Other good sources include liver, tuna, turkey, and molasses.
Bananas and lentils are rich in B vitamins

Where else could see the B vitamins?

B vitamins are found in various herbs, including herbs. Supplements and herbal substances for the treatment of depression are usually in combination with vitamins, minerals and other dietary supplements. For the best quality, the award is made to bestandards for pharmaceuticals and the metabolic pathways studied at the molecular level. The interactions of the ingredients should be checked. This ensures that you are getting a premium quality that is safe and effective.

Conclusion

B vitamins are very important for body health and mental health. Are the property of the increase in location, cell metabolism and energy consumption is unknown. They help to reduce stress, depression, andAnxiety problems. They also promote healthy skin and muscles, and tone. Due to the fact that B vitamins are water soluble and are excreted in the urine, must be restored in a day.

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Breast Cancer Information – Every woman should read this

Millions of women worldwide are living with breast cancer as a whole. Breast cancer is growing like an epidemic and it is expected that 45 000 patients die each year from breast cancer, so. If you still feel a lump in your firm, you need a specialist for advice.

Breast cancer symptoms:

The early breast cancer does not cause pain. Unfortunately, in the early stageswhen breast cancer develops, does not show signs of breast cancer. But as it grows, it can lead to significant changes that a woman should consider. breast cancer symptoms include thickening or lump in the breast or in the vicinity, changing the shape or size of the affected breast, tenderness of nipple or nipple discharge, nipple inversion, breast pitting or ridges of the breast, skin Breast appears warm, red, swollen and scaly. A woman should visit their doctor if they have symptoms of breast cancer.

Doctors diagnose breast cancer by one of the following tests:
Palpation, mammography, ultrasound, fine needle aspiration, core biopsy or surgical biopsy.

treatment of breast cancer:

Treatment options for breast cancer depend on the location and size of the tumor in his> Chest.

Various methods of treatment of breast cancer

Breast cancer treatments can be systemic or local. Radiotherapy and surgery are local treatments for breast cancer. Local breast cancer treatments are used to destroy, remove or control the growth of cancer cells. Hormone therapy and chemotherapy are systemic treatments. Systemic treatments are targeted to control or destroy cancerThe cells throughout the body. Various forms of treatment of breast cancer can be prescribed for other simultaneously or one.

Surgery is a treatment for breast cancer more common. Many types of surgical procedures may be used. Surgery to remove a breast is called mastectomy surgery. An operation performed to remove cancer cells, storage, without the size of the breast is called breastBreast surgery or saved.

radiotherapy or radiotherapy: this treatment of breast cancer specialists use high-energy rays to kill cancer cells and discouraging grows.

chemotherapy treatment for breast cancer: specialists use different types of drugs or a combination of several drugs on the cells to kill cancer cells or prevent them from growing. The drugs are administered in cycles, a treatment period followed by aRecovery phase, which in turn followed by another treatment of breast cancer.

Hormone therapy in the treatment of breast cancer is used to the hormones inhibit growth of tumor cells that women have influence. This treatment of breast cancer can be drug operation going to work or the use of hormones of the female hormones the ovaries removed, to produce.

Breast cancer treatment decisions are complex. Decisions are usually the stage of disease, Judgement of doctors and the patients' consent.

Breast cancer pictures, books and health are in these images the breast cancer can be useful for a variety of sites, patients know everything about their stage of cancer and the possible remedies, if ..

The funds are organized through various programs like breast cancer walk to the diffusion> Information on breast cancer between the suspect and affected persons and their moral and economic support.

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Breast Cancer – What every woman needs to know

Reports say that after lung cancer, deaths from breast cancer are the second most common and deadly form of cancer, cancer accounts for 1% of all deaths and 7% of all. This kind of cancer deaths as the fifth common cause responsible.

Symptoms:

As a woman you should be aware of breast cancer, symptoms and treatment. According to doctors is the subjective and the first symptom is aDevelopment of a typical breast lumps. This piece is very different from the surrounding breast tissue and can be seen from a careful examination.

But breast cancer is not only determined by the breast lump, which will appear. Studies show that when you lump underarm lymph nodes are located in or your collarbone, you tend to have this type of cancer. E 'mammography, which is made by doctors in discovered the flat area to confirm the case of breast cancer.

But all women do not develop the same symptoms. indications other than a lump of which the inversion of the nipple, skin bumps, spontaneous single-secreting or change the shape and size of the breast. If you, the pain of taking quiet there you do not like breast cancer, as it is an unreliable tool to confirm the threat.

After the invasion of > The tumor cells of the lymphatic dermal vessels in the region, you get breast cancer more likely that the inflammation in your skin. This phenomenon is often called), inflammatory breast cancer (IBC women., Breast cancer can develop with a number of inflammatory symptoms, swelling extends to an orange peel appearance of the skin in the chest area, redness and warmth breast pain extreme e. Other symptoms that the presence of> Cancer in the body increases the sensitivity, burning, itching and tingling in the chest area.

Find a doctor

Women, the development of the above symptoms should immediately contact their doctor. This type of breast cancer can be diagnosed by examination of tissue removed by surgery. A process for removing tissue includes local surgical excision, biopsy, ductal division, the fine-needle aspiration andInlet flange. After imaging studies, such as some bone scan, chest X-ray, PET and MRI are performed to confirm this type of cancer.

Therapies for the treatment of breast cancer

With advances in medical practice, women can no longer be any concern if they have breast cancer. Surgery is the mainstay of treatment if breast cancer, the region is followed by adjuvant hormonal therapy.Some other popular treatments for breast cancer, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, radiotherapy and hormone therapy.

A more modern and innovative methods for the treatment of breast cancer is interstitial laser thermotherapy (ILT). It is a minimally invasive procedure, and there is absolutely no need for surgical removal of breast tissue. Even doctors recommend this treatment because of side effects of this process are not observed and inPatient remains healthy.

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Breast Cancer Treatment Options

Over the last decade there has been progress in many of the treatments
for breast cancer. Through continuous research, we used to have a long way from the limited treatment options in more treatment options available today are surgery, radiotherapy, hormonal therapy (anti-estrogen-based) and chemotherapy . 4 regimine These are often used in combination or adjuvant. If you are diagnosed withBreast cancer and are offered a bewildering variety of treatments for this spectrum it can be. We all want the best for us, but sometimes with the many options available how can you be sure?

We will try to give an overview of available treatments and how
refers to the stage of cancer you can get. Use this information to educate
even when it comes time for you and your doctor to make a decision, you
know the facts at hand.

There are three types of treatment currently available general categories:

Local treatment (treatment region) – this type of treatment is localized to
alone or in premises adjacent lymph nodes and the breast where the tumor
it is not.

The systemic treatments – treat the whole body and are usually reserved for
Prevention of the spread (metastasis) or directy to spread the goal wasoccurred.

Therapy – these are called holistic therapy and can be useful, but
has never been proven to heal.
We are just at the local and systemic treatments are charged as a choice
to treat breast cancer.

Surgery: breast surgery has been the number one treatment option available
Cancer beyond the last century. Today, unlike in the past, surgery, surgeons
may be targeted toArea consisting of the tumor and surrounding tissue and
Remove only what is necessary and leave a substantial amount of breast tissue in
Clock. These new methods have come a long way since the days of radical
mastecomy where patients, who often distorts the life left. And the most recent
The techniques are now available for a mastecomy much less dramatically, as they say, where
30 years ago.

Today, most surgery done for breast cancerconsidered breast conservation therapy
or what is commonly called a lumpectomy. A lumpectomy is where only the tumor
was removed and then did it again, the patient is in a series of
Weeks to clean the surrounding tissue and to prevent radiation
recurrence.

Mastectomy is still a potential for the treatment and this is basically where
all breast tissue is removed and sometimeschest wall
Muscles. Radiation is done, clean the affected area, after a
Mastectomy in many cases.

Radiation therapy: Radiation therapy is the use of high-X or
Gamma rays, which targeted treatment area. This X-or gamma-
The rays are very effective in destroying cancer cells may recur when the
Tumor was removed.
The use of radiotherapy in breast cancer is usually given inFollowing this operation
were made and the aim is to reduce the radiation change the
The cancer will recur. Radiation reduces the risk of breast cancer recurrence
consdirably.

Hormone therapy: Some types of breast cancer are hormone receptor positive. This means that
that the cancer will grow and spread if estrogen is present. If this is
Proved to be the case, then your type of breast cancerthe us of anti-estrogen
Hormonal therapy may be used to reduce estrogen in the body
which in turn prevent or tumor cell growth and pace of beign
Spread to other parts of the body
Tamoxifen has long been used as drugs of the anti-estrogen hormone therapy
Breast cancer. In 2005, clinical studies worldwide have provided information
To say that aromatase inhibitors worked much betterTamoxifen in post
menopausal women with breast cancer hormone receptor-positive. Well, this was
only in post-menopausal woman and Tamoxifen is still the drug of choice for pre-
menopausal women.

Chemotherapy: in some the risk of breast cancer in spreading (metastasis) is greater
than in others. Remember, everyone is different and each of the tumors
different. If nodal involvement is found, the tumor size is large enough, ora
senior found your oncologist might suggest chemotherapy alone, with other
Treatments, including surgery and radiation.

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vagus nerve stimulation for the treatment of depression can be started

Final FDA approval of vagus nerve stimulation a treatment for chronic or recurrent treatment-resistant depression and released in May. Psychiatrist then officially be able to this extraordinary, life changing therapy for patients require.

On April 7, 2005 announced the manufacturer of the vagus nerve stimulator (Cyberonics, Inc.) which had been notified by the SU Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that one of the few conditions for final FDAApproval are met. Cyberonics also announced that they are very confident that the remaining two conditions are met expeditously and final approval by the FDA was granted in May.

Robert P. ("Skip") Cummins, Cyberonics' President and Chief Executive Officer, commented: "This important step towards compliance with Cyberonics mission to constantly improve" the lives of people touched by refractory epilepsy and treatmentDepression (TRD) would not have been possible without the team with the regulatory, diligent, interactive, timely and cooperative efforts of all staff Cyberonics Dallas District Office under the direction of Michael Chappell, District Director, and. Cyberonics and CDRH continue to make good progress towards our goal of satisfying the remaining conditions of TRD final approval. "

The official launch of the vagus nerve stimulation treatment for depression rather thanAmerican Psychiatric Association Annual Meeting of the World Congress Center in Atlanta, May 21 and May 25 The meeting will be attended by more than 20,000 psychiatrists.

Major depression is a common and serious diseases in the United States, affecting nearly 19 million Americans each year. Depression is the second leading cause of disability in the general population and the leading cause of disability for American women. About20 percent of Americans are depressed, or about four million people who suffer from chronic or recurrent treatment-resistant depression, did not respond to several antidepressant treatments. If approved, VNS Therapy System is the depression, the first implantable device-based treatment of depression and the first treatment developed, studied and labeled specifically for patients resistant to treatment.

Vagus nerveStimulation depression, the traditional treatment for chronic or resistant to treatment. About four million Americans suffer from chronic depression. The final approval by the FDA is the largest discoveries in the history of medical device to be considered.

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Severe depression at its best and worst

In the worst stages of depression, severe depression. As long as you need so bad that, months or even years of treatment, most people do not like this. Any type of depression suffered 15 million people in the United States each year. Unfortunately, two thirds of people never seek medical care. You try to hide it, move away for fear of going crazy or insane. But there is no good fairy of magic away major depression.Those suffering from this disease have no control will increase and the condition only with time.

Five (or more) of the following symptoms were present in the same 2-week period and represent a change to the previous function, at least one of the symptoms is either: (1) depressed mood or (2) loss of interest or pleasure. (Note: Do not use signs that are clearly from a general medical condition, or mood incongruent delusions or hallucinations.)

* DepressedMood most of the day, nearly every day, as indicated by reports of a subjective (eg, feels sad or empty) or observed by others (for example, is in tears). Note: In children and adolescents, mood can be irritable.
* Marked diminished interest or pleasure in all or almost all activities most of the day, nearly every day (as viewed from a subjective account or other specified)
* Significant weight loss without dieting or weight gain (eg a change of moremore than 5% of body weight in a month) or a decrease or increase in appetite nearly every day. Note: In children, consider failure to make expected weight gain.
* Insomnia or hypersomnia nearly every day
* Psychomotor agitation or slowing down nearly every day (observed by others, not merely subjective feelings of restlessness or slowed down)
* Fatigue or loss of energy nearly every day
* Feelings of worthlessness or excessive or inappropriate guilt (which may be delusional)almost every day (not merely self-reproach or guilt about feeling sick)
* Reduced ability to think or concentrate, or indecisiveness, (seen from a subjective account or as by others) nearly every day
* Recurrent thoughts of death (not just fear of dying), recurrent suicidal ideation without a specific plan, or a suicide attempt or a specific plan for suicide

Many sufferers do not allow, show symptoms of the disease. Depression is not seriousReflection on you as a person. You're still a whole person. Depression is an illness like any other disease. Medical care is needed. Symptoms of depression are normal severe cases multiplied. Everything associated with the disease more intense. It 's harder to cope with everyday situations. Negative emotions intensify, totally alone. This disease can not be avoided. But this can be addressed. Early detection is importantSuccess.

When you hear the term severe depression, it just means the depression is severe enough to require treatment. If a person is severely depressed during a single period of severe or they may have had clinical depression, he said, to have an episode . More severe symptoms mark the time as an episode of major depression (also known as unipolar depression and depressive disorder). Many mental health experts say the key to assessing this variation is the amount of change a person undergoes in his normal pattern, with a loss of interest and lack of joy in them. A tennis player for almost every day, for example, which began in court too often to break dates or regular bridge player, the game lost interest for a week, could face a major depression episode. The more severe the depression, the more likely that concern the patient's life.

Diagnosis and > The treatment requires a trained eye to notice the signs of depression. Symptoms of depression in many. One is transparent, that the patient will withdraw into themselves. You will find difficult to deal with the people around them. Despair, helplessness, and also consume remorse. I am always excited and irritable. And 'know that a patient responds to claim the devil to get it in severe cases. Suicide is often a way for victims of serious> Depression. Treatment and support of family and friends can only help.

The diagnosis of major depression in patients with self-reported experience and behavior of relatives or friends reported based. There is no laboratory test for major depression, although doctors usually test for conditions similar physical symptoms they may cause. The course of the disease varies widely, from a unique event to life with recurrent diseaseEpisodes of major depression. The most common time of onset is between 30 and 40, with a peak after between 50 and 60. Major depression is more common in women than in men, although men are at higher risk of suicide.

Severe depression is a terrible disease. Who can not live a normal life as they knew when they suffer. The loss of ability to control your own life is terrible. The treatment is the only option.
Depression oftencoexists with other illnesses. These diseases can before the depression, why, and / or a consequence. E 'probable that the mechanisms underlying the intersection of depression and other diseases are different for each person and situation. Regardless of these other co-occurring disorders must be diagnosed and treated.

Anxiety disorders such as post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive compulsive disorder, panic disorder, social phobia and generalized anxiety disorderDisorder that often accompany depression. People with PTSD are particularly vulnerable to the emerging collaboration with depression. PTSD is a debilitating disease, according to a person or an event terrifying ordeal, as a severe storm, natural disasters, accidents, terrorism or fighting military experiences.

People with PTSD often relive the traumatic event in flashbacks, memories or nightmares. Other symptoms are irritability, anger, intense feelings of guilt andAvoidance of thinking or talking about the traumatic trial. a National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) funded study, researchers found that more than 40 percent of people with PTSD also had depression at one month and every four months after the traumatic event.

Typically-depressants and therapy of the word "depression are prescribed anti-treatment. Discuss the problems in a support group may also be effective. Once they continue to treat the victims are taken toTowards a better life. You can use the ruler back in your domain. But first, the disease and the treatment adopted to find.

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