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- Adults Must Set Example Against Childhood Obesity - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2010 from David PaulsonWith so many of our children overweight and many already diabetic, I think every one in America will be in favor of Michelle Obama’s campaign against childhood obesity. Taking on such a huge problem is going to require a lot more than praise. It will require more than healthy choices, limited ...
Views: 1226(3 votes) - Midlife obesity increases Alzheimer’s disease risk - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2015 from Victor MarchioneJust in case you need another reason to watch your waistline, researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), provide you with a compelling one; new research says midlife obesity may influence not only the chances of developing Alzheimer’s disease, but how early it will develop as ...
Views: 1226 - Did You Get Diagnosed With Prediabetes? - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2012 from Joe Koppel,Change a Diagnosis of Prediabetes Around Beginning Now Don’t dread it if you have gotten a prediabetes medical diagnosis. There is a whole lot you could you do regarding this so long as you take it seriously and also adjust several things in the beginning. The good news is the fact that you ...
Views: 1225 - How to Deal With a New Diagnosis - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2015 from Marc LernerA health crisis is one of the most challenging struggles we will face in our life. We will all face challenges. Sometimes, we can control what happens and sometimes we can’t. In both cases, it is how you approach that challenge that determines how you deal with it. In this article, we will see ...
Views: 1225 - DYING FOR FOOD - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2011 from Mark DavisConsumers Reports recently named Jenny Craig as the number one diet in America. Disbelief reigned throughout the diet community once this assertion hit the media. More egregious was those who came in second and third, Slim Fast and Weight Watchers. The other top programs were a combination of ...
Views: 1224 - Macular Degeneration: Three Stories and a Guide for Prevention - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Margo ArrowsmithAge-Related Macular Degeneration, or AMD, is a disease which results in vision loss in the center of the visual field. It is a leading cause of blindness, with over 300,000 new cases each year. AMD has two forms, “wet” and “dry.” Both forms affect the retina, which is the inner layer of the ...
Views: 1224 - What Are Some Tips for Healthy Living? Chef Todd Asks the Experts. - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrI really need some tips for healthy living. The New Year is in full swing, and like I said earlier this week during my 7 Tips for Healthy Cooking, I feel like crap. Perhaps it’s not JUST the food I eat. Maybe there are items in my environment that could be affecting my mood, health and ...
Views: 1224(1 vote) - Chest Pain; Why It Should Not Be Ignored - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2009 from Amy Korn-ReavisUrban Meyer has taken a leave from coaching the Florida Gators due to chest pains he had experienced earlier this month. He was wise and went to the hospital, where test were performed and it was determined that no permanent muscle damage was done. This is an example of why it is important ...
Views: 1223(1 vote) - Drugs And Marijuana – The Lethal Cause For Road Accidents - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2014 from Eijasr TauPutting yourself behind the wheels, especially after getting drunk or on drugs can be fatal as you are putting yourself in line for death. There are various researches and studies which have pointed out that people who are under the effect of alcohol and drugs are five times more likely to cause ...
Views: 1223 - Make Discipline in Life and Avoid Nightmare - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2010 from Alan J SmithDreams leave hope on our mind; it gives way of further life. That’s why someone said one beautiful line about dream “If somebody has not dreams, it means they are not alive”. But other side of coins is bad dreams which caught into fear, anxiety and distress. Some time you wake up in night in ...
Views: 1223(3 votes) - Prostaglandins - How They Promote Better Blood Circulation - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonProstaglandins are technically hormones but are seldom classified as such. They belong to a group of lipid compounds that are obtained from fatty acids with important functions in the body. Prostaglandins are not stored by the body but the cells can produce them on demand when there are ...
Views: 1223 - The Joy of Movement - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Rena GreenbergTo many people, exercise is a dirty word that conjures up images of sweating, huffing and puffing, and aching muscles. Indeed, when you think of exercise as something that you are forcing yourself to do—a necessary evil that’s required in order to achieve a result that you desire—it’s not ...
Views: 1223(5 votes) - Top 5 Tips to Create Optimum Health - by Submitted on May 28, 2009 from Lori Shemek, PhD, CLC, NCWe all desire good health, yet the majority of us take for granted our health and assume we are healthy due to the absence of disease. The human body is an amazing machine, that despite the abuses incurred upon it, still functions. But optimum health is more than just the absence of disease, ...
Views: 1223(2 votes) - Natalie Jill Fitness: Your Thyroid…Is It Holding Back YOUR Weight Loss? - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2013 from janine felicianoHYPERthyroidism, HYPOthroidism, and Hashimoto’s; what is the difference, and what role do they play in your weight loss challenge? Have you been eating clean, exercising regularly, but still GAINING weight? Are you feeling lethargic and a little depressed? It could be a number of things such ...
Views: 1222 - Are You Being Deceived? - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2010 from Wendy Montes de ocaThe recent news that the FDA had sent 17 warning letters to food companies regarding deceptive label claims was met with an interesting bunch of reactions and they weren’t all what you might expect. Reaction number one: “It’s about time!” OK, no surprise there. I mean, really, who can’t ...
Views: 1222(1 vote) - Even the 1880's Doctors Knew to Avoid Vaccination at all Costs - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2019 from Pixie ForestDoctor Collins Jr was Vice Chancellor of the University of London (1907-1909 and 1911-1912) and member of the University Senate (1893-1927). He was also a member of the Royal Commission on Vaccination (1889-1896), a Member of Parliament for West St Pancras (1906-1910) and also held a few other ...
Views: 1222(1 vote) - Why HIPAA compliance is becoming more challenging - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2018 from Roger StevenThe Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) is a US legislation that was enacted under the HITECH Act under Bill Clinton’s presidency with the intention of offering safeguards for medical information through its data privacy and security provisions. The Act consists ...
Views: 1222 - Facts about anosmia - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWhat’s that smell? Whether it’s something that evokes a warm happy feeling like freshly baked bread, or the less than appealing garbage truck passing by, our nose knows. But if you suffer from anosmia, it’s unlikely you’d be able to pick up the scents. Anosmia is the inability to smell. Smell ...
Views: 1221 - Juniper Berries, The Powerful Kidney Herb - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Paul BlakeFor each organ of the human body there is a herb that outshines all others in its ability to assist that organ when it is diseased. Juniper berries are magic when it comes to the kidney and urinary tract system. I say magic because I have seen it at work and its power to heal the urinary tract ...
Views: 1221 - Diagnose your Strengths: How to Find the Right Health Care Education Program for You - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2012 from Amanda DiSilvestroIf you know you want to work in the health care industry, you are already on the right track. You have narrowed down your options quite a bit, but there are many more specialized choices within this industry. Spending your life working in health care is a well-respected job not only because it ...
Views: 1220 - Eye Stroke - Differentiating Its Four Categories - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2011 from Danica SusanEye stroke is a condition where vision problems occur due to damage in the veins or arteries. Just like the brain and other body organs, our eyes also need a constant, healthy blood flow in order to function properly. A lot of people may think that eye stroke is caused by a problem in the brain. ...
Views: 1220 - Financial Burden of Mesothelioma - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2008 from Jess BaadMesothelioma requires a lot of money for treatment. Professional fees for medical doctors, laboratory expenses and medicines need money. Since the patient is unable to earn an income because of his incapacity to work, all the more money is needed. This dreadful disease exerts a lot of financial ...
Views: 1220 - Is Splenda in Your Drug? - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2006 from Joseph MercolaEightpercent of the artificial sweetener Splenda is currently sold to pharmaceutical companies for over-the-counter cold remedies, lozenges and vitamins sold in America. Tate & Lyle, Splenda's manufacturers, hopes to replicate their success in this product area in Europe. Increased ...
Views: 1220 - It’s a Migraine, My Friends - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2009 from Megan OltmanDoes Migraine negatively impact friendships? You’d think so, wouldn’t you? I’ve certainly changed more plans due to Migraine than anything else. On the other hand, life, getting married, being an adult, being out of school, having a job, and having a family, can all impact friendships. Add ...
Views: 1220 - Pleurisy (pleuritis) lung inflammation causes sharp chest pain with breathing - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2016 from Victor MarchionePleurisy (pleuritis) is a type of lung inflammation that causes sharp chest pains when breathing. The pleura is a membrane made up of layers of tissues that line the inner chest cavity and a layer of tissues around the lungs. When this membrane becomes inflamed it leads to ...
Views: 1220 - Butt Chugging Trend Isn't a Trend at all - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2012 from James DavisButt chugging has been making the rounds in the news lately, causing fear and anxiety among parents, educators and healthcare professionals across the country. However, this supposed trend is based almost entirely on two reports of butt chugging; one of which is hotly disputed and may not have ...
Views: 1219 - CAN VITAMIN D SERIOUSLY IMPACT YOUR HEALTH? - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2009 from Lori Shemek, PhD, CLC, NCHave you ever questioned whether there was just one nutrient that may help prevent Heart Disease, Cancer (especially breast, prostate and colon), Osteoporosis, Alzheimer's Disease, Depression, Diabetes, Obesity, Renal Issues, High Blood Pressure, Metabolic Syndrome and much more? Well, there ...
Views: 1219(4 votes) - Some Thing You Are Not Aware With Regards to Halitosis - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from Arthur TribaniHalitosis is a bad breath in mouth that make them into an awkward problem. Don't ignore this halitosis challenge, it will get people to (specifically younger people) dare not connection with other people tightly, causing inferiority complex. And it will have an effect on normal societal, ...
Views: 1219 - 7 Ways to Naturally Boost Energy without Energy Drinks - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2015 from Jini CiceroLast year 19-year-old Alex Morris went into cardiac arrest and was immediately pronounced dead from a cardiac arrhythmia when he arrived at the hospital. His mom is now suing Monster Energy Drink, which she believes was a culprit in Morris’s death. She’s not alone. Anais Fournier’s family also ...
Views: 1218(1 vote) - Health - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2015 from Awnish Todi“Good health is not something we can buy. However, it can be an extremely valuable savings account.” By- Anne Wilson Schaef According to WHO - Health is defined as “a state of complete physical, mental and ...
Views: 1218 - Prevent Kidney Cancer By Reducing Your Health Risks - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongIt is quite difficult to hope for an early detection of kidney cancer. In fact, many cancer cases are not detected nearly quick enough. The overall survival rate of kidney cancer is around 40 percent, with surgery being the primary treatment. Treatment via surgery is most successful if the ...
Views: 1218 - Tea Tree Oil and a Whole Foods Diet: A Complete Cure for Chronic Conditions - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2012 from Kathryn BeachTea tree oil has various uses in first aid treatments because of its triple antibiotic features: it's an antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-fungal agent. The oil's first aid uses are fairly straightforward because we all know what to expect from a first aid treatment: we know we can use a first ...
Views: 1218 - COPD Isn't Just One Disease - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2009 from steve berchtoldChronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a term used to categorize a number of lung diseases like emphysema, chronic bronchitis and chronic asthma. There are many ways to treat COPD naturally. The first thing to do is strengthen your immune system. Take a good multivitamin supplement. ...
Views: 1217 - Preventing Heart Attack While Driving - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2011 from dani priyatnoThe high number of traffic crashes caused by a cardiovascular system attack when driving, building the car manufacturers to develop a car seat that can monitor heart activity driver. Ford car manufacturer in the United States is at this time developing some sort of car hold that is equipped ...
Views: 1217 - Side Effects Of Probiotics-Should You Be Concerned? - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2018 from Taryn DeCiccoThis article was originally posted at https://www.apple-a-day-clinic.com/Health_and_Nutrition_Blog?m8:post=side-effects-of-probiotics-should-you-be-concerned For most people, taking the “typical” OTC probiotic supplement doesn’t result in any side effects because most products don’t really ...
Views: 1217 - Somnoplasty Procedure: Perhaps the Least Invasive Option to Treat Sleep Apnea - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2012 from Marc MacDonaldOf all the surgical options available to treat obstructive sleep apnea, the somnoplasty procedure seems to be the most popular choice –preferred both by surgeons as well as by the patients. There are good reasons for this. First of all, the somnoplasty procedure is minimally invasive and ...
Views: 1217 - Why it’s Considered So Difficult to Write Successful Dissertation Proposal - by Submitted on May 16, 2012 from Rose TylerThis is the first attempt for you to write dissertation proposal but you are looking for guidelines to structure and format a dissertation Students usually need to write dissertation proposal to convince the scholarly committee that the writer is working on an interesting and valuable issues. ...
Views: 1217 - Should I take a risk and be certified as a nursing assistant or not? - by Submitted on Dec 31, 1969 from Aaron DsouzaDo you know what is CNA, its purpose, its future development in building a career, and will it be fruitful to go for a career development in the field of nursing? Let me explain all these aspects regarding CNA one by one. The full form of CNA is certified nursing assistant, who is responsible ...
Views: 1216 - 8 Ways You Can Reclaim Your Life from Multiple Sclerosis - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2008 from Robert Groth#1 "Choose to Get Better" Could this really be any simpler than this? Yes you've heard this before– but yet for some reason you haven't acted upon it. YOU have a choice. A choice to seek out answers, a choice to educate yourself, a choice to exercise, a choice to see your neurologist, a ...
Views: 1215 - Are You Working Out Your Psychological Muscles? - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2012 from Linda SapadinBy now, we’ve all gotten it through our heads that physical exercise is important. Even champion couch potatoes can no longer deny the evidence that vigorous activity improves agility, stamina, fitness and overall well-being, from youth well into old age. If however, despite all the evidence, ...
Views: 1215 - Healthy Hygiene: How to Build Habits for Healthy Kids - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2016 from Anica OaksEstablishing a healthy hygiene routine for your children can be overwhelming with all the other things going on in your life. I mean, where do you start? Believe it or not, you already have the foundation of teaching great hygiene to your children. It started when you were a child yourself, ...
Views: 1215 - How to Prevent and Treat Swine Flu - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Danica SusanBack in 2009, most parts of the world suffered from the H1N1 influenza or the swine flu virus. It certainly caused a scare and thankfully, it was declared over in August 2010. Learn about what causes swine flu, the different signs and symptoms and how it can be treated. Swine flu, also ...
Views: 1215 - How Your Brain Reacts to Food Can Predict Your Weight - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2009 from Monika KleinI often focus my articles on lifestyle and your psychology; however, today I’m wanting to take perhaps a more technical approach regarding our brain and weight. Did you know that it’s not just your eyes and nose that react to “Yummy” foods—it’s also your brain? For example, drinking a milkshake ...
Views: 1215 - Items You'll want to Fully grasp About Treadmill Pressure Tests - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Mavrick NuvioRunning machine stress test is conducted to find abnormal heart beat, reduce provide of oxygen/blood to heart, indicate coronary artery illness, and diagnose abnormal heart rhythms and total heart conditioning in the individual having a treadmill stress evaluation. Treadmill stress ...
Views: 1215 - Medical Timeline of Coronary Artery Disease Management -Choose Best Cardiology Hospital in India - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2018 from Gaurav GautamCoronary Artery Disease, or CAD is a new age disease that was not as rampant globally earlier as it is now. The disease has evolved with humankind’s unending pursuit of knowledge and wealth. This simple timeline of CAD management stretching over 50 years will help you understand how cardiac ...
Views: 1215(1 vote) - Natural Heartburn Relief - The Secret To Easing Heartburn - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2007 from Dean CaporellaWhen over 30% of the population in the US suffer from heartburn frequently then you can see how much of a major issue it has become. Frequent sufferers not only have to deal with the symptoms on a regular basis but need to make in some cases, drastic changes to their lifestyles. The ...
Views: 1215 - Another Antibiotic Exits the Consumer Marketplace - by Submitted on May 31, 2006 from Joseph MercolaTequin, an antibiotic which can cause serious blood sugar complications, is being pulled from the market by manufacturer Bristol-Myers Squibb. Increased Warnings In February of this year, the U.S. FDA required increased warnings on the label of the drug. It is most dangerous to diabetics, the ...
Views: 1214 - How Are Parasites Transmitted and Can they be Prevented? - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2019 from habib ahmed mithuYou might think of parasites as a developing world or third-world problem, but they can live anywhere. They only need a suitable environment. They spread similar to germs, requiring a source, a route, and a host. Common Methods of Parasite Entry Unfortunately, a parasite can enter your ...
Views: 1214(1 vote) - What You Should Know About Pancreatic Cancer Symptoms - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2011 from Wendy LauThe pancreas is one of the most important organs in the body that’s why you should take care of it. Located in the left upper quadrant of the abdomen, this is responsible for regulating the blood sugar level in the body and in the production of enzymes that are necessary in breaking down ...
Views: 1214 - 10 Lifestyle Habits That Acid Reflux Sufferers Should Make - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2007 from Evelyn LimIf you suffer from acid reflux and have not been paying attention to how you are living, then it is time to make some important changes. Acid reflux sufferers generally find it useful to adopt specific lifestyle habits to help alleviate the symptoms that they face. Here is a brief summary of 10 ...
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