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29th September 2009
To correct someone’s vision, first you have to understand the eye’s structure and how it works. Although many people have contributed to our understanding, two in particular stand out: Leonardo da Vinci (1452 to 1519) and Johannes Evangelista Purkinje... Read >
Author: Daniel Berry29th September 2009
Here are some guidelines from the experts in choosing weight loss plans and goals.
1. Be realistic
Most people's long-term weight loss plans are more ambitious than they have to be.
For example, if you weigh 170 pounds and your long-term plan ... Read >
Author: Kenneth Shannon28th September 2009
Current info about childhood obesity is not always the easiest thing to locate. Fortunately, this report includes the latest childhood obesity info available.
Is everything making sense so far? If not, I'm sure that with just a little more reading, al... Read >
Author: blinksolutions0428th September 2009
Stress and anxiety put people in the hospital every day. It may not be common to go to the doctor to say "I think I have stress," but the National Institutes of Health say that 80% of illnesses are caused by stress, directly or indirectly.
Powerful ho... Read >
Author: wbdoyle25th September 2009
From sweet 16 to fabulous 40 and beyond, acne is a condition that affects almost everyone at some time in their lives. According to the National Institutes of Health, nearly 85 percent of adolescents and young adults between the ages of 12 and 24 develop ... Read >
Author: kramesh24th September 2009
From sweet 16 to fabulous 40 and beyond, acne is a condition that affects almost everyone at some time in their lives. According to the National Institutes of Health, nearly 85 percent of adolescents and young adults between the ages of 12 and 24 develop ... Read >
Author: kramesh24th September 2009
Choosing the right school can make all the difference in your nursing career. Knowledgeable, supportive instructors are the key to any good nursing education, and the stronger a school is in the department you want to specialize in, the easier it will be... Read >
Author: wbdoyle24th September 2009
Before you go out to search for a job, you probably take stock of yourself. This means assessing your talents and abilities, your personal preferences, and your social skills. Once you’ve completed your personal inventory, you are ready to look for the ... Read >
Author: jsolutions01124th September 2009
Before you go out to search for a job, you probably take stock of yourself. This means assessing your talents and abilities, your personal preferences, and your social skills. Once you’ve completed your personal inventory, you are ready to look for the ... Read >
Author: jsolutions01124th September 2009
Current info about weight loss and the federal government is not always the easiest thing to locate. Fortunately, this report includes the latest weight loss and the federal government info available.
It seems like new information is discovered about s... Read >
Author: jsolutions01523rd September 2009
Whether or not the 2009-10 influenza season ends up making public health history, the daily warnings surrounding the H1N1 virus are potent reminders that we could all benefit from a little extra immune system support about the time influenza roars into to... Read >
Author: Robert Bell23rd September 2009
ON a recent afternoon, Dr. Michelle Copeland, a cosmetic surgeon whose offices face the metropolitan Museum of Art, clicked her PC's mouse as images of young men's torsos flickered across the screen. Unlike the ancient Greek statues of Herakles or the b... Read >
Author: Preggie Mom22nd September 2009
If you want to know how to find the top online nursing program, the answer can best be summed up in one word: research. Why is this? There is not one top nursing program for everyone. Some people are interested in obtaining entry-level designations, such ... Read >
Author: wbdoyle22nd September 2009
Determined by the indirect calculation of weight in kilograms to the square of height in meters (kg/m2), BMI is a simple and convenient proxy measure for excess adiposity in clinical settings. Many health-related indices, such as mortality risk, heart dis... Read >
Author: sulamita22nd September 2009
Since 1995, America's pharmaceutical research companies have made great strides in fighting rare diseases. More than 160 new medicines to treat rare or "orphan" diseases have been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the last decade alon... Read >
Author: wbdoyle21st September 2009
The United States was up in arms against anabolic steroid use, when the studies of the National Institute on Drug Abuse, National Institutes of Health, and the Centers for Disease Control revealed shocking facts about anabolic steroid abuse.
According... Read >
Author: wbdoyle21st September 2009
Drs. Acredolo and Goodwyn have conducted over two decades of scientific research on the use of sign language with hearing babies, including a longitudinal study funded by the National Institutes of Health. Below are the findings from that study.
More t... Read >
Author: Sarah Marchant21st September 2009
The ancient Chinese alternative healing method called Acupuncture is now a popular and widely accepted alternative pain relief method in the United States. An estimated 15 million Americans have tried this “unconventional” therapy. It is offered in ma... Read >
Author: wbdoyle21st September 2009
The sight of piercing needles through the skin in specific areas of the body may appear to be painful, but acupuncture is actually an ancient form of pain relief treatment that improves the flow of energy throughout the body. Acupuncture originated in Chi... Read >
Author: wbdoyle21st September 2009
If you want to stay sharp and in control of your life well into your golden years, there are proactive methods to achieving the mental alertness you need. More and more research is pointing to the fact that physical activity and lifestyle choices have mor... Read >
Author: wbdoyle18th September 2009
Recently I published an article about the importance of exercise in fighting against the bone-brittling disease osteoporosis.
There are actually 3 primary factors that may put someone at risk for osteoporosis---women in particular:
lack of calciu... Read >
Author: wbdoyle18th September 2009
For the millions of Americans who suffer from arthritis, the search for relief is often long and confusing.
For many, the recall of the arthritis medication Vioxx served as a wake-up call. To avoid side effects, many people looked for an alternative so... Read >
Author: wbdoyle18th September 2009
The antioxidant vitamins found in fruits, vegetables, teas and supplements are proving to be powerful agents in the fight against disease causing free radicals.
The original concept was to take recommended daily allowance (RDA) of vitamins to a level t... Read >
Author: wbdoyle16th September 2009
Acupressure inducing labor? Think of having to be induced and the image is not a nice one, hence why most women fear this outcome. But if you have to be induced then there is no better way than acupressure induced labor.
For such reasons alone labor ... Read >
Author: pew 15th September 2009
There's nothing quite like the euphoric sense of peace and relaxation one experiences after a really good massage. Unfortunately, getting a massage is often considered a luxury rather than a necessary investment in one's health and well being.
Extensiv... Read >
Author: Donya Fahmy15th September 2009
In today's fast paced world too few people are taking the time out to exercise and are relying heavily on convenient high-calorie/high-fat diets. Because of this there has been in meteoric rise in type 2 diabetes, striking people at younger and younger ag... Read >
Author: Julia Hanf11th September 2009
Temporomandibular joint and muscle disorders (TMJDs), commonly called TMJ, are a collection of poorly understood conditions characterized by pain in the jaw and surrounding tissues and limitations in jaw movements. TMJ is a disorder that arises when the j... Read >
Author: Candy10th September 2009
Most people eat much more sodium than the recommended daily limit. Dietary guidelines suggest healthy adults should be eating a maximum of 2300 mg of sodium each day (the equivalent of 1 tsp.). The average American takes in over 4,000 mg every day on aver... Read >
Author: quest4health18th August 2009
If you or a loved one are one of the millions of children and adults in the United States suffering from congestive heart failure, there is reason now to be hopeful.
An effective treatment may be on the horizon, thanks to stem cell research being done ... Read >
Author: Colum Fitzroy13th August 2009
The cost of Bariatric surgery can be quite high. The typical price of an operation can be $25,000 or more. Medical insurance coverage varies by state and insurance provider, and although some states have legislation in place that requires insurers to offe... Read >
Author: Damien Fowler03rd August 2009
You know you want to lose weight. As if your home scale isn't pointing out that fact every morning, your doctor says it frankly every time you see him. But it's so much work - altering your diet, giving up the foods you love, getting up early to exercise ... Read >
Author: Francis Robbins29th July 2009
HERBS VS. DRUGS FOR PAIN RELIEF
Joint pain relief is one of the biggest challenges for people who have arthritis or aching joints. Side effects of prescription drugs have proven to be so dangerous that some drugs have even been withdrawn from the marke... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer27th July 2009
Vitamin C: Confidential information For adding Your Intake
A new RDA?
Depending to a current circulation of the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), the National Institutes of Health is taking a further look at the Recommended Daily All... Read >
Author: Health4Life27th July 2009
Weight Loss Plan: The Goal to Go For
Since excess weight puts you at risk for many health problems, you may need to set some weight loss plans to help avoid those risks and prevent disease. It also puts you at risk at developing high cholesterol levels... Read >
Author: starme25th July 2009
Acupuncture is considered one of the oldest removing cure in the world. It has been practiced for thousands of years across the world. Its beginning was in China thousands of years ago. Acupuncture is one of the main cure of Traditional Chinese Cure (TCM)... Read >
Author: Anant Joshi24th July 2009
Since additional weight puts you at risk for many health problems, you may need to set some weight loss plans to help avoid those risks and prevent disease.
But what should be your long-term goal? And what short-term goals should you set to help you ge... Read >
Author: Kenny G12th July 2009
Gout
Definition
Gout is a form of acute arthritis so as to causes acute soreness and swelling in the joints. It as a rule commonly affects the big toe, but may possibly also affect the heel, ankle, hand, wrist, or elbow. It affects the spine often a... Read >
Author: Robert Plumsteel12th July 2009
HERBS VS. DRUGS FOR PAIN RELIEF
Joint pain relief is one of the biggest challenges for people who have arthritis or aching joints. Side effects of prescription drugs have proven to be so dangerous that some drugs have even been withdrawn from the marke... Read >
Author: Dr. Dennis Clark, PhD09th July 2009
Essiac tea is named after the woman who created the herbal blend, Rene Caisse. Essiac is Caisse's name spelled backwards. Caisse was a Canadian nurse who started a free clinic in 1934, and which ran until 1942 in Bracebridge, Ontario, with the purpose o... Read >
Author: Anne Harvester07th July 2009
Since excess weight puts you at risk for many health problems, you may need to set some weight loss plans to help avoid those risks and prevent disease.
But what should be your long-term goal? And what short-term goals should you set to help you get th... Read >
Author: JonJG01st July 2009
Don't fight that afternoon drowsiness, especially if you're over 50. Research shows that napping is a powerful anti-aging therapy.
Since sleep problems are among the most common complaints of midlife and older adults, many believe that it's simply an i... Read >
Author: RA Butters01st July 2009
DHEA, a steroid hormone with the intimidating scientific name dehydroepiandrosterone, is among the more controversial anti-aging therapies. Though many consider it to be the "anti-aging hormone", there are few large-scale tests on humans showing that it's... Read >
Author: RA Butters27th June 2009
The chances are quite good and the person next to you have something in common: Back Pain. According to the National Institutes of Health, 8 out of 10 people at some point suffer from back pain which hampered his work, life and leisure activities.
The ... Read >
Author: General Health05th June 2009
The health benefits of essential fatty acids can be quite substantial and visible, especially if your diet is deficient in them. Find out 5 essential facts that you need to know to reap their maximum benefits and achieve a perfect health naturally.
Ess... Read >
Author: Vijay K Raisinghani15th May 2009
Irritable Bowel Syndrome(IBS) is a disorder of the intestine that occurs in people of all ages. IBS is usually accompanied by severe abdominal pains, diarrhea, constipation and cramps. Men and women in their middle ages are the most affected by IBS and th... Read >
Author: John Adison01st May 2009
Natural Chiropractic Therapies Improve Physical and Financial Health
Healing Through the Action of Hands
Got neck or back pain? You’re not alone. More than 80 percent of Americans, at some point in their lives, will suffer from some type of lower ba... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer08th April 2009
BPA otherwise known as Bisphenol A is a compound widely used in the manufacture of plastics and epoxy resins. This industrial chemical has created quite a stir since 2007 and is still a subject of intense controversy. BPA can be found in plastics around u... Read >
Author: HWNTeam27th March 2009
The National Institutes of Health reports that up to 80 percent of all people in the U.S will suffer from some type of back pain. That means four out of five adults are likely to have low back pain at some point in their life, making it one of the most co... Read >
Author: Kris Bickell25th March 2009
Constipation affects about 4.5 million Americans, according to the National Institutes of Health. It is estimated that 2.5 million people visit the doctor every year because of health disorders related to constipation.Medically, doctors define constipatio... Read >
Author: Kevin Agrawal13th March 2009
Pre-emptive strikes are all the fashion these days. Got a pesky middle-eastern dictator hiding weapons of mass destruction? A first strike should sort him out. Got a bit of a global financial crisis on the horizon? Head it off by giving everyone a new pla... Read >
Author: David Gillespie13th March 2009
The Winter Blues
Ever heard of Selenium? Well, we’ll give you a clue… it is found in food. But not just any food. Selenium can reduce anxiety, therefore improving your mood. If you’re a big meat-eater, you’re in luck, and for the lovers of oyst... Read >
Author: celiabalmer03rd March 2009
If you have arthritis then this is the most important letter you will ever read. This article will lead you to a product produced by the Arthritis doctor, Dr. Nathan Wei. He is the Clinical Director of the Arthritis and Osteoporosis Centre of Maryland. ... Read >
Author: Rob Anderson03rd March 2009
Arthritis
If you have arthritis then this is the most important letter you will ever read. This article will lead you to a product produced by the Arthritis doctor, Dr. Nathan Wei. He is the Clinical Director of the Arthritis and Osteoporosis Centre of M... Read >
Author: Rob Anderson10th February 2009
Carpal tunnel syndrome treatments usually begin conservatively. It moves to more aggressive and invasive techniques if the symptoms of such disorder persist. Before undergoing a release or endoscopic surgery, the initial carpal tunnel treatments include s... Read >
Author: Jada Slover10th February 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Katie Kelley
Researchers at the University of Arizona's Aphasia Research Project have developed new writing and reading therapies to assist patients in recovering from their traumatic brain injury (TBI) conditions, including aphasia,... Read >
Author: LegalView10th February 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Katie Kelley
There are several reasons cranial implant kits may be utilized in the United States, but most often their use derives from injury or defects to an individual's face, jaw and cranium. Additionally, the following are commo... Read >
Author: LegalView10th February 2009
The results of a study published in the Archives of Neurology may from researchers at the University of Washington have found a potential link between the onset of dementia and diabetes. The scientists found that an increase of vascular disease, rather th... Read >
Author: Legal17th January 2009
A Science Daily news article recently reported on the research being conducted by University of Pittsburg Cancer Institute (UPCI) researchers that pancreatic cancer patients find more success prior to surgery by receiving a combination of therapies includ... Read >
Author: Legal16th January 2009
Nontraditional methods have really taken root in areas where traditional medicine often falls short, such as pain management. But since the National Institutes of Health established the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine a decade a... Read >
Author: Finalo Fang09th January 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Katie Kelley
Researchers at the Medical College of Georgia's Prevention Institute have been working on a study to determine if early onset of childhood diabetes later leads to the development of an eating disorders.
With funding f... Read >
Author: LegalView09th January 2009
Does someone you know suffer from Alzheimer’s disease? Dealing with this disease can be very difficult, both for the patient and the caregiver. BestSitePicks has gather a list of our Top 10 websites to help you learn more about this disease, discover ... Read >
Author: savvyresearcher08th January 2009
Once you’ve been identified with breast cancer, your doctor may set down a certain drug medication. You might have chemotherapy and you might get medication for years following you’ve ended treatment. Each person is dissimilar; therefore your medicati... Read >
Author: Mc Ezzia08th January 2009
The chronic pain that sufferers of Fibromyalgia is interruptive of one’s daily life. To find resources about coping with the pain, interacting with others through online forums, and a personal blog, the following links are great resources.
1. ni... Read >
Author: savvyresearcher05th January 2009
Cooks who are new to the kitchen are usually far more concerned with making sure their recipes turn out right than with making sure they follow all food safety rules. In their desperation to make sure their cake, sauce or roast turns out right, they can c... Read >
Author: abha05th January 2009
Cooks who are new to the kitchen are usually far more concerned with making sure their recipes turn out right than with making sure they follow all food safety rules. In their desperation to make sure their cake, sauce or roast turns out right, they can c... Read >
Author: abha31st December 2008
Black wristbands are used for various causes. Black wristbands are used for accident purpose. People wear wristbands to remember those people who have met with any accident and are injured. Anti terrorism wristband are used to stop terrorism. Black wristb... Read >
Author: Brayan Peter29th December 2008
You can get amply of calcium from green blooming vegetables; cow's milk isn't the best for your body.
For brilliant food therapy, calcium derived from dairy goods, luxurious greens, some nuts, and any calcium-prepared crop are much better than through ... Read >
Author: Justin Skinner13th December 2008
Copyright (c) 2008 Katie Kelley
Mesothelioma cancer is one of the rarest and deadliest forms of cancer that can be diagnosed to a patient. The life expectancy is often very short and there are often no successful treatment options, which is why it is i... Read >
Author: LegalView12th December 2008
You can get plenty of calcium from green leafy vegetables; cow's milk isn't the best for your body.
For excellent food therapy, calcium derived from dairy products, leafy greens, some nuts, and any calcium-fortified products are much better than throu... Read >
Author: Jude Simons03rd December 2008
Copyright (c) 2008 Kerry Johnson
In generations past, exercise was believed to be mostly for the younger set. It was even believed that seniors couldn't increase muscle mass or strength if they wanted to. Studies at Harvard and elsewhere have now firml... Read >
Author: Atonin05th November 2008
Copyright (c) 2008 Katie Kelley
An antibiotic that is known to have treated respiratory infections has recently been linked to liver disease among patients. Ketek, telithromycin, was not only linked to liver failure among patients, but in a recent issu... Read >
Author: LegalView31st October 2008
Losing weight and keeping it off is a real challenge for most people. That's why it's important to begin a weight loss program with the help of your health care team, including, if possible, a dietitian. They can help you find ways to decrease calories bu... Read >
Author: yangguang0129th October 2008
The risk of high blood pressure (hypertension) increases with age. And like it or not, you get older every day. But you don't need to sit back and wait for high blood pressure to strike. Get moving! Regular exercise can help prevent high blood pressure, w... Read >
Author: peterhutch14th October 2008
It is hard to imagine a more painful and traumatizing loss than the death of a child. There is no greater tragedy or injustice. When such a loss was caused by negligence or the lack of care by the person responsible, justice cries out that they be held ... Read >
13th October 2008
If you looking for a diet that can help you shed a couple of pounds, you might be in for a big surprise. There are so many fad diets on the market, with claims of rapid weight loss and slim waist lines. Some of them involve teas, others are liquid die... Read >
Author: nealon52@aol.com13th October 2008
For asthma control to be ideal, it is important to recognize changes in symptoms. Your careful observations will help determine whether your child's asthma is becoming better or worse. Symptoms vary from child to child and may include coughing, wheezing, ... Read >
Author: Alien22nd September 2008
An everyday activity like doing the laundry in your washing machine can have harmful effects on the health of your family. Many of the ingredient chemicals found in laundry detergents are far from healthy.
In fact, many of them contain cancer-causing ... Read >
Author: Janelle Elizabeth10th September 2008
The link between diabetes and nerve damage due to high glucose levels in the blood stream is now a well known fact. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), about 2/3 rd's of those with diabetes have some form of this complication.
General... Read >
Author: Ray Attebery08th September 2008
Playing Scrabble or other "thinking" board games is being shown by modern medical science to have many health benefits. No matter what your age, "brain sports" such as Scrabble have been proven to be of particular benefit for many aspects of human mental ... Read >
Author: Trevor A. Johnson04th September 2008
Since excess weight puts you at risk for many health problems, you may need to set some weight loss plans to help avoid those risks and prevent disease.
But what should be your long-term goal? And what short-term goals should you set to help you get t... Read >
Author: Jackie Serta04th September 2008
The kidneys are like the body's refuse collection and disposal order. Through microscopic units called nephrons, the kidneys delete fallow yield and above water from the food the qualities eats, returning chemicals the body needs (such as sodium, phosphor... Read >
Author: Jeremy Seaver28th August 2008
Excess weight goes beyond vanity. It can put you at risk for many health problems. Losing weight is a challenge, so to make it easier, here is a guide to help you create your personal weight loss plan. Help yourself lose weight to avoid health risks an... Read >
Author: Cindy Papp28th August 2008
Ever heard of the Mediterranean diet? People who live in these regions have much lower instances of heart disease and related problems and for a good reason; they eat plenty of fish! Read how fish oil can help prevent certain disease and increase the qua... Read >
Author: Madeline24th August 2008
Treating asthma requires a step-by-step approach in order to provide the correct medication. In general, therapy is initiated at a higher level to establish prompt control and is then "stepped down" to reduce the risk of adverse effects of medication. Thi... Read >
Author: Alien13th August 2008
chelation therapy is a natural way to detoxify the body of toxic chemical and harmful metals (heavy metal poisoning). Chelation therapy involves the injection of ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid (EDTA). It is a mean by which an organic substance (Edta) b... Read >
Author: Raphaelo14th July 2008
Sleep is one of the best ways through which your body feels relaxed and rejuvenates itself. In fact, a good night’s sleep can help you feel refreshed and revitalized after the most hectic and busy day in office. However, these days we see almost every s... Read >
Author: peterhutch09th July 2008
Fen-Phen, also known as fenfluramine and phentermine, and Pondimin (fenfluramine) and Redux - dexfenfluramine - were highly sought after weight loss drugs that become popular in the 90's. The drugs worked by lowering the hunger urge with alterations to th... Read >
27th June 2008
By Richard Shames, M.D. & Karilee Shames, Ph.D, R.N
With researchers discovering that the benefits of estrogen are overrated and dangers underreported, it may be time to focus on your thyroid.
The news is in from the National Institutes of Health: ... Read >
Author: Judith Seton23rd June 2008
The kidneys are like the body's garbage collection and disposal system. Through microscopic units called nephrons, the kidneys remove waste products and extra water from the food a person eats, returning chemicals the body needs (such as sodium, phosphoru... Read >
Author: peterhutch25th May 2008
The National Library of Medicine (NLM) helps you find answers to all your health care questions. The NLM's medical library collection has more than 8 million books, photographs, microfilms, journals and other items. It's a resource for health care, biomed... Read >
Author: Fanucci21st May 2008
If you are looking for a blueprint of how to eat healthy, from foods readily available from your local grocer, without the brand name of a famous diet attached, the government may have an answer for you with its DASH diet plan, available fr... Read >
Author: tcmadvisory15th May 2008
Sure your wife is doubled over and sick as a dog and it’s hard to watch her suffer. But you often hear that morning sickness is actually a sign that the baby is doing well. Maybe it's just a way to make mom feel that all the agony serves some real purpo... Read >
Author: Paul15th May 2008
Visalus Sciences is a relatively new company in the home business arena that is based out of Troy, Michigan with 2 expanded marketing offices located on the west coast. Visalus markets several patented health and nutritional products based on clinical and... Read >
Author: mktg master25th April 2008
Do you ever wonder why so many people are overweight and on a diet today, and why weight loss is on everyone’s mind?
Do you ever wonder what is triggering the physiology of so many people to store so much fat and feel like they have a food addiction... Read >
Author: Gary Avignon13th April 2008
What is vitamin B12?
Vitamin B12, also known as cobalamin, is a water-soluble nutrient required in tiny amounts for essential metabolic reactions in the body. It's crucial to normal brain function and nervous system health and works in concert with fol... Read >
Author: Vitacost.com, Inc.10th April 2008
Many people believe sweets are the culprit in obesity. That's another myth. If you have a sweet tooth and are overweight, it might well be a coincidence. The evidence: When researchers take sweets away from overweight people, they don't stop eating; they ... Read >
Author: David Jones07th April 2008
The touch of bright yellow that you see in your curry comes from turmeric, a spice that has been beloved by Asian cooks for centuries. Turmeric, especially in its curcumin form, gives the golden tinge of color to the market of supplements, with sales of ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer07th April 2008
Lacto-fermented Foods another powerful tool to increase the strength of your immune system and your digestive system!
70% of your immune system is located in your digestive system.
Often we don't pay attention to our intestinal health unless we deve... Read >
28th March 2008
Would you like to lose weight? Have you lost weight and gained it back?
If you’re like most Americans today, the answer to that is a screaming, frustrated, “YES!” Let’s cut to the chase.
You gained your weight back for one of two reasons:
... Read >
Author: Gary Avignon25th March 2008
It seems like every time we turn on the TV or flip open a magazine people are talking about … you got it … stem cells! So what's the big deal about stem cells and why are people so up in arms about it?
Well, there are actually two big deals about s... Read >
Author: Stephanie Yeh03rd March 2008
Why call Insomnia ?
It actually takes its name from the Latin word, which literally means “no sleep” or the inability to sleep (In means "no" and somnus means "sleep" in Latin.
Who has Insomnia ?
According to the National Institutes of Health,... Read >
Author: Cherry Joe13th February 2008
The Greek word "apnea" literally means "without breath." There are three types of apnea: obstructive, central, and mixed; of the three, obstructive is the most common. Despite the difference in the root cause of each type, in all three, people with untrea... Read >
Author: Cameron28th January 2008
People use nail polish or nail varnish on the nails of fingers and/or toes for cosmetic purposes, or sometimes for the protection of their nails. Artificial nails, such as acrylic nails, serve the same purpose, and occasionally help people kick the bad ha... Read >
Author: ClinicalGuard.com28th January 2008
Snoring is a trademark symptom of sleep apnea, but not everyone who snores has it. Here is information on who should get checked for the sleep disorder. Risk factors include:
•Loud snoring and choking or gasping during sleep, signaling narrowed airwa... Read >
Author: Pedro26th January 2008
Homeopathy
Arm yourself with Arnica. For people who've experienced back injuries, Arnica is among the most effective homeopathic medicines, says homeopath Dana Ullman. He suggests using Arnica orally and topically, in pellet and ointment forms, accordi... Read >
Author: Alien23rd January 2008
Obesity
Obesity is not conducive to increased longevity because it is a strain on the heart and a precursor for many of the modifiable risk factors that promote cardiovascular disease. The national institutes of health (NIH) has summarized the data tha... Read >
Author: David Jones18th January 2008
Peyronie's Disease: Quiet Male Health Problem
Peyronie's disease (PD) is said to be a rather rare disorder of the penis that has no agreement as to the cause or cure; even the cellular pathology is not completely understood. Three primary criteria o... Read >
Author: Dr. Theodore Herazy18th January 2008
Now, the obese people can have a sigh of relief because lap band surgery or gastric band surgery is there to solve their problem of excess fat. These days, obesity is a very common problem suffered by most of the people. Obese person also suffers from inf... Read >
Author: sarahwilson16th January 2008
Title: Information on Oshea Working
In 1999, the Office of Dietary Supplements, created by the DSHEA, successfully carried out a mandate in the DSHEA to launch a database for dietary supplement research. This exciting development, called the Internatio... Read >
Author: David Jones02nd October 2007
About 25 million women enter menopause annually. Estimates show that by the year 2030, that number will increase to 47 million women per year. Relief of menopausal symptoms such as improved sleep could translate into a more productive woman whether she wo... Read >
Author: kgabriel02nd September 2007
Fibromyalgia is an illness that causes chronic pain in muscle s and ligament s. Fibromyalgia, also known as fibromyalgia syndrome, fibromyositis, fibrositis, and myofibrositis. It is a chronic disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fat... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen25th July 2007
Dairy food contributes a soothing, stabilising and overall calming influence on the digestive and nervous system. However it can lead to illness in its own right or in combination with other factors.
World-wide, men seem far more likely to die of prost... Read >
Author: Patrick Hamouy12th July 2007
There is no question we need these 3 essential PUFA’s (polyunsaturated fatty acids). Our bodies need Omega 3’s derived from plant sources (ALA) and Omega 3’s (EPA DHA) derived from marine sources in an equal balance. An important note: Omega 3’s... Read >
Author: Lois Smithers20th June 2007
There was a time adding Omega 3 flax seed oil was recommended to improve our health. Today, however, with scores of research linking the rise in inflammation from an over-abundance of Omega 3 seed oil, we need to begin reducing our intake of Omega 3 seed... Read >
Author: Lois Smithers20th June 2007
From 2,000 Pre-packaged Food Items in 1950 to 60,000
Whenever I read new statistics, I always refer back to my favorite expert, Dr. Joseph Hibbeln, National Institutes of Health, one of the world’s leading authorities on Omega 3. I read the other da... Read >
Author: Lois Smithers20th June 2007
Well, I can’t pronounce it, but do understand why we need it. Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) is a long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid in fish that tens of thousands of research studies confirm is essential for a host of things, from cardiovascular healt... Read >
Author: Lois Smithers20th June 2007
Every once in a while you’ll stumble across an expert whose words and passion sink right into your soul and so it was the day I listened to Dr. Joseph Hibbeln of the National Institutes of Health on a radio broadcast as he explained why we have chronic ... Read >
Author: Lois Smithers15th June 2007
Is there a Banaba cure for diabetes? Lagerstroemia speciosa commonly referred to as Banaba herbs, Banaba extract or Banaba leaf is a plant that is native to southern Asia and was used as a folk medicine for diabetes in the Philippines. Today, although t... Read >
Author: Patsy Hamilton27th May 2007
Does this sound familiar?
You stumble out of bed in the morning, feel your way to the kitchen, and desperately reach for the
coffee pot, hoping that the caffeine will jolt you awake. But soon you find yourself drifting off.
In today's fast w... Read >
Author: Dominique W. Brooks, MD, MBA24th May 2007
Most people don't realize the strong link between Type II Diabetes and obesity. Fully 90% of individuals diagnosed with Type II Diabetes are also overweight. But this also means something else - losing weight can combat diabetes in ways no other medicatio... Read >
09th May 2007
The trials will take place in the US. And will be conducted by biotechnology company Corixa and GlaxoSmithKline Biologicals, along with the National Institutes of Health. The new vaccine is made with several proteins from the bacterium that causes tubercu... Read >
Author: groshan fabiola03rd May 2007
Recent studies suggest that antioxidants could decrease lung damage from toxins caused by ozone pollution.
The research was conducted by scientists from the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill, NC, and the National Institutes of Health in Bethe... Read >
Author: Tim Moore03rd May 2007
Alternative medicine use is on the rise, according to a survey conducted by the U.S. government in 2002.
The survey polled 31,000 people, asking them about their alternative health use, including yoga, massage, prayer, herbs and diet therapies, such as... Read >
Author: Tim Moore02nd May 2007
Type 2 diabetes is a disease that affects nearly 21 million in the United States, and the incidence of the disease has skyrocketed in the last 30 years. Diabetes is a major cause of heart disease and stroke, as well as the most common cause in U.S. adults... Read >
Author: Jack Krohn27th April 2007
If only hiring a nanny were as easy as opening your door and having Super Nanny walk in and take charge. Of course, when it comes to Reality TV, the families are carefully chosen from among thousands of eager applicants. In the real world, however, you,... Read >
Author: Shari Hearn18th April 2007
Osteoporosis
This is a dangerous condition that drains away bone - the hardest, most durable substance in the body. It happens slowly, over years, so that often neither doctor nor patient is aware of weakening bones until one will snap unexpectedly. Un... Read >
Author: Rahul12th April 2007
Reston, VA, December 15, 2004 -- Millions of Americans are searching for a way to quit smoking in hope of making their New Year’s Resolutions stick. Although many will attempt to kick the habit cold turkey, with nicotine replacement therapies or with h... Read >
Author: PICS, Inc.09th April 2007
Typically, alternative medicine differs from traditional medicine in that alternative medicine is older and what we might call unconventional or non-Western medicine. Alternative medicine does not follow the traditional science and research that current m... Read >
Author: Darren Dunner07th April 2007
Whether you’re at the beginning of puberty or heading toward menopause, you may be one of the thousands of people on the lookout for an acne treatment that really works. After all, regardless of your age, those sometimes-painful, always unwelcome blemis... Read >
Author: Mitamins Team07th April 2007
Medical Accounts Receivable Financing-Stat! explores the unique issues presented to lenders and B2B medical businesses in order to successfully factor medical receivables.
According to the U.S National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of... Read >
Author: Gregg Elberg07th April 2007
Medical Accounts Receivable Financing-Stat! explores the unique issues presented to lenders and B2B medical businesses in order to successfully factor medical receivables.
According to the U.S National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of... Read >
Author: Gregg Elberg27th March 2007
Surprising it may seem, but tracing the history of anabolic steroid will reveal that there was prevalence of its use among professional athletes in ancient Greece. In those times, athletes used natural steroidal substances in order to enhance androgenic a... Read >
Author: Sudhani27th March 2007
Children would eventually be the future. The children of today would become adults of tomorrow who will participate in building society’s vitality.
The scenario of these children with crumbling values and morals due to the corroding effect of adult ign... Read >
Author: Gabriel Rise01st February 2007
The health burden caused by diabetes mellitus, known to most simply as diabetes, is growing which is forcing the diabetes community to respond with one of three choices. The first choice is to prevent diabetes, the second is to cure it, and the third is t... Read >
Author: Arturo Ronzon24th January 2007
Allow me please to first preface this posting with the acknowledgement that I am neither an important person nor the guy that gets phone calls like this on a regular basis.
Late on Thursday afternoon, I answered my phone and found myself being asked by... Read >
Author: jhon Scatelli15th January 2007
Since 1999, Mary Vernon has been curing diabetes. No she did not discover a new cure or treatment, she tells patients to follow a treatment that has been around since the 1930’s.
Mary, a 52 year old family doctor who practices in Lawrence Kansas has... Read >
Author: Mark Ramirez08th January 2007
Science tells us that if you are obese you are at a complete risk for multiple
health diseases. So, if there is any time to lose weight it is now. If you want
to live as long as you can, you need to lose weight. You need to start to set goals
first.
... Read >
Author: in8inteligence103rd January 2007
According to a recent study in the Annals of Internal Medicine, yoga may be more effective for the treatment of low back pain than traditional exercise. The study, sponsored by the National Institutes of Health, followed participants who suffered from ch... Read >
Author: Nancy24th December 2006
The fact that you’re asking, “what is normal blood pressure” is a good sign. Many people don’t give blood pressure a second thought. This is pretty typical as high blood pressure, otherwise known, as hypertension, has no detectable symptoms other ... Read >
Author: Rich Rojas16th December 2006
Omega 3 fats are polyunsaturated fatty acids that cannot be produced by the body and therefore must be obtained from external sources. Research has shown that omega 3 fatty acids may help to prevent numerous diseases such as cardiovascular diseases, arthr... Read >
Author: Robert Spadinger17th November 2006
Some progressive daycare and private pre-schools around the country are utilizing a new technology to help reduce health risks for children and staff.
Day care has become a necessity for millions of American families. Studies suggest that children in a... Read >
Author: Bruce Bley17th November 2006
Do not panic. Menopause is not the beginning of the end. Menopause is a normal biological experience which affects more than 300 different body functions.
There is a lot of misunderstanding about menopause, including when it starts. To be precise, meno... Read >
Author: Alex Fir17th November 2006
Are researchers treating IBS in a manner fitting the most reported gastrointestinal disorder, or is it taking a back seat while other maladies that have clinical validity get research funding? Where does the rubber meat the road?
What is "clinical val... Read >
Author: Scott Best15th November 2006
Those people developing type 2 diabetes before they are 20 end up facing higher mortality rates when they reach middle age. The findings were reported in the Journal of the American Medical Association from research carried out at the National Institutes ... Read >
Author: Daniel Crockett26th September 2006
Overweight or obesity, caused by unhealthy lifestyle, is one of the risk factors for heart disease. Therefore, weight lost has been the prime target for many obese people. Lifestyle is difficult to change. Specialists do realize this fact but they still p... Read >
Author: Ng Peng Hock30th August 2006
Eating fresh fruits, vegetables, and grains; moderating fat intake, exercising, and smoking are components of a healthy living. But what happens when these methods don't produce the desired results and weight gain becomes a serious problem? Weight loss su... Read >
Author: kirk Bach23rd August 2006
Researchers have found out that the shock wave treatment provided to the kidney stones patients acts as an invitation to other diseases like diabetes and hypertension. It has been discovered that the shock wave treatment is having hazardous side effect as... Read >
Author: Nidhi Gupta12th July 2006
The various therapies encompassed by biological dentistry all share a single basic premise: They are founded on the idea that the teeth can affect the general health of the body, and vice versa.
For example, the theory for which biological dentistry is... Read >
Author: Douglas Adams28th June 2006
4 Important Things That You Would Never Thought A Stay-At-Home Mom Should Know
You've just delivered a fine little baby boy or girl. You thought that all the agony of pregnancy is over. No, you are wrong. The task ahead is bigger than you could ever ... Read >
Author: shana shane16th June 2006
When looking at drug use, drug abuse, drug dependency and drug addiction, one finds that there are many divergent opinions about these terms and how they identify the drug-using behaviors of the public. Dr. Alan Leshner, the Director of the National Inst... Read >
Author: Marcel Gemme16th June 2006
If you want to know how to find the top online nursing program, the answer can best be summed up in one word: research. Why is this? There is not one top nursing program for everyone. Some people are interested in obtaining entry-level designations, such ... Read >
Author: Amanda Jones07th June 2006
European mistletoe (Viscum album L.) also known as simply "mistletoe" is a semi parasitic plant that grows on several types of trees in temperate regions worldwide. This article refers to European mistletoe not American mistletoe, the decorative holiday p... Read >
Author: Linda Thompson28th May 2006
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Doctors have long known that marijuana can be useful in the treatment of emaciated and anorexic patients from diseases like chemotherapy and AIDS. Many doctors have and still prescribe marijuana - yes it can be obtained leg... Read >
Author: David Maillie21st May 2006
From sweet 16 to fabulous 40 and beyond, acne is a condition that affects almost everyone at some time in their lives. According to the National Institutes of Health, nearly 85 percent of adolescents and young adults between the ages of 12 and 24 develop ... Read >
Author: Kerwin Chang15th May 2006
Current info about weight loss and the federal government is not always the easiest thing to locate. Fortunately, this report includes the latest weight loss and the federal government info available.
It seems like new information is discovered about ... Read >
Author: J. Brian Keith15th May 2006
Drink plenty of water each day. That sounds so simple, but so few people adhere to this good advice. Water is a basic necessity, needed to maintain a healthy body, a clear mind, and a good balance within your tissues. About 60 percent of your body is wate... Read >
Author: Alison White14th May 2006
Before you go out to search for a job, you probably take stock of yourself. This means assessing your talents and abilities, your personal preferences, and your social skills. Once you've completed your personal inventory, you are ready to look for the ... Read >
Author: J. Brian Keith05th May 2006
As many as 3 million U.S. women may be unknowingly at risk of heart disease because they suffer from coronary microvascular syndrome (CMS), according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute's (NHLBI) Women's Ischemia Syndrome Evaluation (WISE) st... Read >
Author: Brian Vaszily03rd May 2006
Would you like to find out what those-in-the-know have to say about dieting? The information in the article below comes straight from well-informed experts with special knowledge about dieting.
It seems like new information is discovered about somethi... Read >
Author: J. Brian Keith02nd May 2006
Current info about childhood obesity is not always the easiest thing to locate. Fortunately, this report includes the latest childhood obesity info available.
Is everything making sense so far? If not, I'm sure that with just a little more reading, al... Read >
Author: J. Brian Keith06th April 2006
Some of our first memories are all about health, we are taught to keep our hands clean, brush our hair, take a bath, and brush our teeth. We are taught how vitally important it is to clean our teeth after every meal or at least twice a day, to floss daily... Read >
Author: Recipe Man01st April 2006
Common Forms: calcium citrate, calcium carbonate, calcium gluconate, calcium lactate, calcium chloride, calcium malate, calcium aspartate, calcium ascorbate
Overview
Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body. It is essential for the de... Read >
Author: Dalvin Rumsey01st April 2006
Relief from eczema and finding an eczema treatment that works for you may be just around the corner. Shielding lotions are showing promise with users as an effective way to minimize the effects of the debilitating skin condition.
According to The Natio... Read >
Author: No Last Name28th March 2006
A new study finds that pregnant women who suffer from stress during the first three weeks after conception are up to three times as likely to miscarry.
"Try to provide yourself with what you consider a good environment. The less stress, the better," co... Read >
Author: Paul Douglas13th March 2006
With Internet access at an all-time high, Americans are searching the Web for medical information as though their lives depended on it and sometimes, they do. While reports vary, the Pew Internet & American Life Project found that 62 percent of Internet... Read >
Author: Kris Nickerson12th March 2006
It's estimated that one in three Americans suffers from a condition that Steven Nissen, M.D., a cardiologist at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, has dubbed the "disease of the new millennium." Metabolic syndrome, as it's more commonly known, is actually a... Read >
Author: Brian Vaszily08th March 2006
Despite widespread media coverage of the health care crisis in America and helpless hand wringing among Washington power brokers, a health care revolution is taking place. Millions of Americans 36 percent of adults, according to the National Institutes ... Read >
Author: Kris Nickerson06th March 2006
An issue of the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, a national survey showed that only 28% of all physicians advise patients to become more physically active. Ask anyone who is physically active, and they will tell you exercise gives them an overall... Read >
Author: Linda Geyer05th March 2006
Chelation Therapy Calls into Question Chronic Nature of Disease.
Heart disease and related conditions are the number one killer of women, yet a recently released poll found that
only 31 percent of women felt they were at risk for heart disease d... Read >
Author: Kris Nickerson25th January 2006
Magnesium rarely edges out other more talked about nutrients like vitamin E or calcium to make front-page news -- but it should. Magnesium plays a vital role in several hundred of your body's functions, including normal heart function, but the majority of... Read >
Author: Brian Vaszily01st January 2006
What are mood disorders?
Mood Disorders Statistics
While major depressive disorder can develop at any age, the average age at onset is the mid-20s.
The average age of onset for a first manic episode of bipolar disorder is during the early 20s.
Dy... Read >
Author: Arthur Buchanan29th December 2005
What is seasonal affective disorder?
Seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, is a mood disorder characterized by depression related to a certain season of the year - especially winter. However, SAD is often not described as a separate mood disorder but as a... Read >
Author: Arthur Buchanan10th December 2005
There's a confusing array of product claims and treatment methods for acne that make it difficult for acne sufferers to determine their best course of action. The fact that there are several forms of acne, including cystic acne and the common acne vulgari... Read >
Author: John Lenaghan09th December 2005
Bariatric surgery, derived from the Greek word "baros" meaning weight, is designed to reduce obesity indirectly by restricting the amount of food calories a person can digest. Some bariatric operations (eg. lap band) achieve this by reducing the size of t... Read >
Author: David Johnson09th December 2005
We as a society are faced with an ever-growing health issue, this is chronic obesity. This condition is recognized by the National Institutes of Health as a health issue which is treatable by surgery. One of the best surgeries that are available is the La... Read >
Author: John Mancini06th December 2005
The antioxidant vitamins found in fruits, vegetables, teas and supplements are proving to be powerful agents in the fight against disease causing free radicals.
The original concept was to take recommended daily allowance (RDA) of vitamins to a level t... Read >
Author: Alan LeStourgeon04th December 2005
Selenium, a trace mineral that is essential to health, is emerging as a nutrition powerhouse -- yet few people are aware of its importance, or where to get it. Most recently, a study by researchers at the Un... Read >
Author: Brian Vaszily17th November 2005
You see it on the playgrounds, at roller rinks, at swimming pools, and in classrooms. Obesity is a modern health dilemma for today's children, who are struggling with weight as never before. It is a difficult problem to combat, given the fact ... Read >
Author: andrew mills17th November 2005
You may be surprised what the federal government has to say about weight loss. The National Institutes of Health has some interesting ideas about what it takes to trim the fat. You may find that a number of these ideas conflict with what you've b... Read >
Author: andrew mills13th November 2005
If you suffer from severe back pain and fear that surgery may be necessary, or if surgery has been recommended and you question the wisdom of it, you may want to try some non-surgical physical treatments first.
Unless your back pain is due to an infect... Read >
Author: Ron King09th November 2005
Between 2000 and 2004, the use of sleep medications doubled among adults aged 20-44. But the use of such medications among children aged 10 to 19 also went up by 85 percent. And money spent on such drugs within that age group was up 223 percent.Also of no... Read >
Author: Joseph Mercola09th October 2005
If you once go to doctor and he discovered that you have high blood pressure, or as they name it in science "Hypertension" and this conditions keep with you for long time, so you must immediatly lower your blood pressure becouse it may lead to heart attac... Read >
Author: groshan fabiola19th August 2005
The cost of Bariatric surgery can be quite high. The typical price of an operation can be $25,000 or more. Medical insurance coverage varies by state and insurance provider, and although some states have legislation in place that requires insurers to offe... Read >
Author: Eddie Tobey
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