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Insider's Health Newsletter
Volume 186 - November 23, 2009
Getting a Flu Shot May Double Your Risk of Catch the Swine Flu
There is great concern about how the seasonal flu, and even more about the swine flu. Those in authority are using the media to advocate getting flu shots. They are being administered at grocery stores, college campuses, pharmacies, and some employers are even providing them on site. However, these flu shots may be causing more harm than good on a variety of levels.
Rheumatoid Arthritis: Millions are Affected, New Study Shows What You Can Do
Since you live on the planet Earth, you’ve probably heard about one or more of the health benefits of green tea. Well, add one more to the list! A recent study reveals that green tea may help reduce the severity of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). This is exciting news, as more than 2.1 million Americans suffer from this type of arthritis and there is no known cure. Keep reading for more information on this discovery.
Soothing Solutions to Calm Your Acid Reflux
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.
Healthy Options for the Thanksgiving Dinner Table: 5 Vegetarian Recipes
Thanksgiving Day is celebrated to give thanks for our blessings and for the wealth of food that we have in the United States. Traditionally, turkey has always been part of the menu, along with cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, gravy, stuffing, and vegetables. However, many people have decided not to eat meat based on health factors, or the belief that we shouldn't kill animals, or the understanding that a vegetarian diet offers better healthy food alternatives. Whatever the case, the popularity of the vegetarian diet has gained stride in recent years. Here are five yummy vegetarian recipes to enjoy for the Thanksgiving holiday!