Your Uterus
The uterus’s impact on “womanhood” is perhaps greater than that of any other organ. From your first period to pregnancy and menopause, life constantly reminds you of this most significant part of yourself. As...
Monthly Archive: July 2011
Kebabs offer an easy option for all tastes
COOKING FOOD ON a stick over an open flame has been done for centuries. Some claim medieval Turkish soldiers started it by using their swords to grill meat over field fires. Others say it...
Organic Blue Agave
Chefs are raving about its versatility and distinctive flavor. Health conscious consumers love its low glycemic index. Environmental advocates praise its organic, non-GMO labels and the sustainable farming practices. And gastronomists are simply enjoying...
You Won’t Believe Your Eyes!
Maintaining eye health can be challenging at any age, but it becomes more difficult as we grow older. After the age of 40, eye health may start to decline. By the year 2020, it...
A shot of good health
Adults need vaccinations too THINK IMMUNIZATIONS ARE just for kids? You could be missing out on important protections against illnesses and infections. Rolling up your sleeve for a shot could also save your life:...
Using your head — and your brain
WE’RE HEARING MORE about the dangers of concussions when playing football, especially for youths. But what about soccer? Studies show that concussions occur much more frequently in soccer than previously thought. In fact, one...
What vitamins to take to improve my health?
Before you add anything to your health routine you should take a hard look at what things can be taken away. 1. Do you smoke? If yes, then nothing is more important than stopping...
Take a Closer Look
Besides your hair and nails complementing your look, they have specialized functions that can reveal a lot about your overall health. A change in your hair’s thickness — or more lost strands in the...
Preventing breast cancer
For many of the women, a fear of breast cancer is often almost as much to do with self-image as it is with illness. In the USA, the number of women with breast cancer...
Just Do It!
Let’s face it: flossing isn’t fun. But it doesn’t take much time, and the payoffs to your choppers can last a lifetime. Remind yourself of all the great reasons to floss: Chew on this....
Fit Fuel
Want to get off on the right foot? Start with a big breakfast. Studies suggest that a large morning meal better sustains energy and burns more fat than a small one. A caveat: For...
Osteopathy
Originating in the 19th century in the USA， osteopathy is a natural therapy in which a practitioner manipulates the musculo-skeletal system in order to treat imbalance in the body and disease. A common misconception...
Train Your Brain
While it’s important for kids to get outside and exercise their bodies this summer, entertaining mental games can put their brain through a few rounds of calisthenics and get them ready to face the...
Breast Problems
Over the course of your menstrual cycle, it’s completely normal and natural that changes take place in your breast tissue. This is your body preparing for the possibility that you’ll conceive. Many breast problems...
Popeye Knows Best
Although it may not go directly to your bulging biceps like it did for the famous sailor, spinach does pack a powerful nutrition wallop, serving up vitamins A, B2, C, and K as well...
Keep Blood Pressure in Check
When it comes to grades and paychecks, higher is almost always better. But blood pressure is another story. If yours climbs even the slightest, you might have pre-hypertension, a condition that can be detected...
How to Count Restaurant Meals and Take-Out Food
The average American eats four or more restaurant meals each week. Most of us have hectic, busy lives, and eating out can be convenient and fun. If restaurant meals are part of the way...
Getting a Grip on Arthritis
If you experience joint discomfort, swelling, or stiffness, you might suspect arthritis. But what exactly is it? The 2 most common types are rheumatoid and osteoarthritis, and while they have different causes, their symptoms...
The Minerals You Need
You hear a lot about vitamins but not so much about minerals. Problem is, even if you try to eat well, you might be coming up short on essential ones like calcium, iron, magnesium,...
Check Yourself
They say an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, and when it comes to skin cancer, sunscreen, protective clothing, and staying in the shade are no lightweights. But early detection is...
Truth in Beauty
Do claims like “natural” or “dermatologist recommended” mean that products are safer or more likely to work? Manufacturers can claim that their products are “hypo-allergenic”, “dermatologist-tested”, or “noncomedogenic” (designed not to clog pores), for...
Toning-shoes warning
Strap on a pair of weird-looking shoes and forget the gym, but get in shape anyway! That promise, along with those firm butts in the ads for toning shoes, is working: Americans spent more...
What labels on sunscreens won’t tell you
Despite words like “broad spectrum” and “waterproof” on the labels, sunscreens don’t’ completely block the sun’s UVA and UVB rays, and none are totally waterproof. Finally, the Food and Drug Administration is changing label...
Muscle-Building Drink
The Claim “After age 40 we can start losing muscle – 8 percent every 10 years”, warns an ad for Ensure Muscle Health. It ten touts a proprietary ingredient called Revigor that, with exercise,...
Do’s and don’ts of staying cool
Q: What’s the best way – using air conditioning, dehumidifiers, ceiling fans, etc. – to keep my house cool in the summer? A: For starters, keep the sun out (especially the western afternoon sun)...
Generic drug safety
Q: I’ve always thought that generic and brand-name drugs were identical. But in recent years I’ve had tow doctors and a pharmacist say that there are variations in quality when you are dealing with...
Is sea salt healthier than regular salt?
It’s a common misconception that sea salt is better for you than other forms. In fact 61 percent of respondents to a recent survey by the American Heart Association incorrectly said that sea salt...
Blood Glucose – Lowering Medications and Insulin
Today, there are a variety of categories of medications available to help lower blood glucose. Each category of medicines works in different ways. All people with type 1 diabetes require insulin, whether they get...
Ouch!
While not usually serious, foot-related aches and throbs can inhibit your walking routine. Tend to your bipeds with these soothing tips: Rough patches. Minimize friction-caused calluses by wearing thick socks and using a pumice...
Nutrition Claims
Sugar-free, no-sugar-added: What’s the lowdown? Foods labeled “sugar-free” or “no-sugar-added” aren’t necessarily free of carbohydrate or calories. How much or little carbohydrate they contain depends on what sweeteners are in the food. Ingredients such...