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Published: November 30, 2009
If you have battled depression, or are close to someone that has, you would love to know the key to curing it forever. Well, you may have one option when it comes to addressing this debilitating condition. New research is now being done that indicates that there are foods that can actually help fight depression. Which foods, you ask? Keep reading to find out.
Published: May 13, 2008
Do you remember the last time you had a blister? Maybe you were trying out a new pair of tennis shoes for the first time, or you spent the weekend power-shopping in your brand new sandals and paid the price. Is there any way to get quick relief from a blister? Is it OK to pop a blister? Can a blister become dangerous if not taken care of properly? Keep reading for the answers to all of these questions – and more!
Published: August 17, 2009
With healthy eating becoming such a priority in many people’s live, some food manufactures have started to eliminate or reduce the trans fat that is found in processed food. And in most cases, this is a giant step forward. However, don’t be fooled! Some manufacturers are using interesterified fat, a supposed “healthy alternative” to hydrogenated oils and trans fat. But in actuality this alternative is just as bad. Keep reading to learn about the health concerns associated with interesterified fat. . .
Published: November 23, 2009
Acid Reflux disease is caused by a muscle at the bottom of the esophagus tube that is not closing properly when eating; this will sometimes allow stomach acids to leak back into the esophagus. The esophagus is the tube that carries food from your mouth to your stomach. Acid reflux disease is also called Gastro esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) and is often associated with heart burn. Acid reflux can cause a burning sensation, leave a nasty taste in your mouth, cause nausea and vomiting and in severe cases even feel like you are having a heart attack. Keep reading for soothing solutions to calm your acid reflux.
Published: September 24, 2009
With the cold and flu season around the corner, some good old tips that our mama has taught us do really work. That is, the most invaluable immune booster for your body is a healthy 8-9 hour sleep every night. Also, we should all eat a healthy small breakfast within 30 minutes of awakening. I like taking my customized multivitamin at that time as well. The concept of customized multivitamin makes a lot more sense to me than a "one size fits all" kind of approach.
Published: May 13, 2009
The Heel Stick test is a genetic analysis performed on newborn babies to screen for potentially fatal genetic disorders.
Published: June 17, 2008
Are you physically active? Perhaps you regularly go to the gym, or take long walks or runs with your dog. Maybe you even belong to a sports league in your area, such as tennis or softball. Unfortunately, a minor, annoying downside of your pursuit of fitness could be jock itch, a pink, scaly, itchy rash on the inner thighs and groin. So what causes jock itch? And is there any way to get rid of it – or avoid it? Let’s take a closer look at this often unpleasant condition . . .
Published: November 12, 2009
Dr. Mehmet Oz is arguably one of the most well-known doctors in the United States. He is the Vice-Chair and Professor of Surgery at Columbia University and a popular talk-show host. Dr. Oz has become a household name in the USA. And while Dr. Oz advocates many of the practices of conventional medicine, he has a differing opinion of the recently-developed swine flu vaccine. Keep reading to find out why you and your loved ones should think twice before getting this vaccine.
Published: September 17, 2009
You might not have heard of “Yohimbine” but it could turn out to be very important to you and your partner. Yohimbine is an herbal supplement that is extracted from the bark of a tree that grows in West Africa. A standardized form of the herb is Yohimbine chloride, which is a medicine that is important in the treatment of erectile dysfunction. Studies on animals have shown Yohimbine to have a positive effect on their sexual performance. The herb has been in use for decades to cope with the problem of erectile dysfunction and increase libido. In fact this is the only aphrodisiac that has been approved by FDA.
Published: April 30, 2009
Learn about the distinctions of CoQ10 in this insightful interview with Dr. William Judy!
