Adult Obesity Exceeds 25% in 34 States
Fri, 07/30/10 – 4:00 | No Comment

The country’s obesity epidemic continues to rise according to a report released by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) and Trust for America”s Health (TFAH). This, the 7th annual report released by the joint efforts …

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Mini Stroke/TIA (Transient Ischemic Attack): What Are the Signs?
Sunday, 8 Mar, 2009 – 8:43 | No Comment
Mini Stroke/TIA (Transient Ischemic Attack): What Are the Signs?

Often referred to as a “mini-stroke”, a transient ischemic attack (TIA) occurs when there is a temporary decrease of blood supply to the brain which leads to neurological deficits such as:

numbness/tingling along one side of …

Multiple Sclerosis: New Research Focuses on Worms
Sunday, 1 Mar, 2009 – 5:43 | No Comment
Multiple Sclerosis: New Research Focuses on Worms

Medical researchers have been studying the role of the immune system in MS, an autoimmune disorder that destroys the myelin sheath that is crucial in the transmission of nerve impulses. Researchers in Argentina found that …

Resveratrol Benefits and Effects (Or Pass the Red Wine Please)
Monday, 26 Jan, 2009 – 12:00 | No Comment
Resveratrol Benefits and Effects (Or Pass the Red Wine Please)

Scientists have known for years about the chemical resveratrol which is found in fruits, vegetables and grape skins (hence red wine benefits). Studies in mice have shown that this compound increases muscle endurance by increasing the number …

GERD and Barrett’s Esophagus
Friday, 23 Jan, 2009 – 6:08 | No Comment
GERD and Barrett’s Esophagus

Named after Norman Barrett who first described the disease in 1950, Barrett’s esophagus (BE) develops because of chronic exposure to stomach acid as a result of gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) which propels stomach acid up into …

VitaminWater: Coca-Cola Sued for False Health Claims
Wednesday, 21 Jan, 2009 – 6:00 | One Comment
VitaminWater: Coca-Cola Sued for False Health Claims

The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) is suing Coca-Cola for false advertising claims stating that the 33 grams of sugar in each bottle does more to promote obesity and diabetes than can …

Food Cravings: What Is It You Really Want?
Monday, 19 Jan, 2009 – 6:34 | 5 Comments
Food Cravings: What Is It You Really Want?

I StumbledUpon Dr. Colleen Huber’s website, Naturopathyworks the other evening and came across this interesting chart that breaks down food cravings into “If You Crave This”, “What You Really Need Is” and “Here Are Healthy Foods That Have …

Sunscreens: Why Some Could Be Toxic and Where To Get A List Of Safe Sunscreens
Monday, 12 Jan, 2009 – 6:17 | No Comment
Sunscreens: Why Some Could Be Toxic and Where To Get A List Of Safe Sunscreens

Thanks goes to my friend Pat who sent me an article from the leading newspaper in Melbourne, Australia entitled, “Is Your Sunscreen Toxic?” Apparently, one steel works company has asked its workers to avoid using …

Gout: Dairy Products Associated With a Reduction in Gout Attacks
Thursday, 8 Jan, 2009 – 6:29 | No Comment
Gout: Dairy Products Associated With a Reduction in Gout Attacks

Gout is caused by a high level of uric acid which leads to monosodium crystal deposits in the joints, bones and soft tissue. Uric acid is a by-product of purine breakdown and high levels of …

Gout: A Painful, Inflammatory Arthritic Process
Monday, 5 Jan, 2009 – 6:18 | No Comment
Gout: A Painful, Inflammatory Arthritic Process

Gout is a common inflammatory arthritis that affects men more often than women. It is caused by an excess of uric acid, which is a by-product of purine breakdown. Since our bodies do not have …

New Year’s Resolutions: What It Takes to Keep Yours
Friday, 2 Jan, 2009 – 16:44 | No Comment
New Year’s Resolutions: What It Takes to Keep Yours

What makes some people keep their New Year’s Resolutions and not others? Success depends on several things. First as obvious as it seems, you need to state your goals either in writing or to someone. Goals that are not …