Fruity Ways to Lose Weight
Most of us have memories of mothers, teachers and elders coaxing us into having fruits while we were growing up. Though some of us are fruit lovers, (with a list of our favourite fruits),...
Your Health. Your Lifestyle. Vitamins and Minerals
Physical Activity Outweighs Obesity Genes
When it comes to weight, new research shows your genes do not determine your fate, they can be overcome. According to new research, the genetic predisposition to obesity due to a gene called FTO...
Blood Cancer Patients and Stem Cell Transplants
A new study shows older blood cancer patients should be able to receive stem cell transplants no matter what age group they are in– 60 to 64, 65 to 69 or 70 to 75....
Chemotherapy Drugs Shortage
Like something out of an apocalyptic movie where people search to rebuild a food supply, the U.S may be searching to find essential chemotherapy drugs. For the first time in the U.S, essential chemotherapy...
The Biggest Beauty Dont’s
What mistakes drive beauty experts crazy? Makeup is meant to enhance, not distract, but many of us are guilty of overdoing it. And many of us have bad beauty habits that can lead to,...
Cran-credible Berry
Planning to enjoy the bold flavor of crimson cranberries this Thanksgiving? While the extra sugar in most jellies could offset some benefits, you’d do well to drop an extra dollop on your plate. Plenty...
Fear Factor
Fear is the underlining pulse that pumps your heart, cools your sweat, and knots your stomach. But fear is like guilt — useful as a gentle prod, but debilitating when it’s dwelt upon. Know...
Vitamins, Minerals, Antioxidants, and Cancer
Vitamins • Essential • Perform specific functions in the body • Precursor: converted into an active vitamin in the body • Fat-Soluble vitamins o Vitamin A o Vitamin D o Vitamin E o Vitamin...
Miscarriage and Your Age
Unfortunately, the ratio of miscarriage increases with age because the older you are, the older your eggs are. In addition, older women tend to be more prone to hormonal imbalances that can affect their...
Keeping Tabs on Your Tablets
Acetaminophen and ibuprofen are staple items in most medicine stashes. But new research sheds light on some inherent risks of taking these over-the-counter drugs. Before you pop your next gel cap, consider these concerns:...
Cut the fat – 7 smart swaps
Fats can be sneaky. Even foods that sound like they’re good for you, like granola, popcorn, and vegie chips, can be loaded with them. Take America’s Choice Banana Chips. That sounds like a healthful...
What to buy now: Brussels sprouts
Brussels sprouts are one of the most unloved veggies; 69 percent of Americans rarely or never eat them, according to a Consumer Reports National Research Center survey. But don’t’ let their appearance fool you....
Outsmart the Flu
Flu season officially starts this month. But other than incessant hand-scrubbing and getting vaccinated, what else can you do to arm your defenses? Get buggy. Probiotics are believed to prime your immune system. But...
The Truth About Gluten
Going gluten-free has become a trendy way to eat, and marketers are cashing in, selling specialty products for a premium. Avoiding gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye, is essential for people...
Fridge Facts
Think your refrigerator is a safe haven for perishables? Depending on your settings, your cleaning practices, and the kinds of foods you store, you could be eating items that are long overdue. Follow these...
More on Food Allergies
Food allergies can be fatal In the most serious cases, a food allergen can trigger anaphylaxis, a severe reaction that happens very quickly and can cause selling of the throat, difficulty breathing, and loss...
Fall Cleaning
Modern spring cleaning finds its roots in the soot of the Industrial Revolution — when fresh breezes chased winter’s remnants of coal dust out the window. Today, Americans often use that time of year...
Food Allergies – How to know if it’s a dangerous food allergy – or something else
When you think of food allergies, you might picture someone eating something and immediately gasping for breath and breaking out in hives. But there are less extreme symptoms that can indicate a food allergy;...
Make a Difference
Charity is always an act of good will, but nothing equals true altruism like personal sacrifice for another. Check out these self-donation programs that allow you to give the gift of life and hope:...
What’s really in that bottle?
When you buy a bottle of water, you probably figure the contents come from a clear mountain stream or something equally pure and fresh-sounding, right? Not necessarily. Almost half of all the bottled water...
Defying Digestion
If you’re trying to shed pounds, don’t cut carbs — certain ones anyway. Dietary fiber called resistant starch is earning a reputation for fighting flab because of its indigestible qualities. Studies find that resistant...
Outrageous drug savings
It would be unthinkable to most of us to buy something without checking its price. But that’s exactly what happens when many of us pick up prescription meds. Only 5 percent of patients ask...
Healthy Choices
Don’t be a calorie coward Many national fast-food chains are posting calorie information on their menus, but most people are ignoring them. That’s according to a recent study based on more than 8,000 people...
The proper pillow is an investment in your health
SOFT OR FIRM; feather, foam or down: How do you choose the best pillow? If you wake up with a sore neck and back, if your pillow is so flat you have to bend...
4 steps to take if you suspect a food allergy
Step 1: See a doctor It’s critically important to confirm your suspicions with a doctor who specializes in allergies. Identifying exactly what you are allergic to and getting nutritional counseling on how to avoid...
Eat more anticancer foods
There are many carcinogens in food, as well as cancer-promoting ingredients, but there are also many anti-cancer substances, such as vitamins A, C, D, E and minerals like selenium, calcium, iron, iodine, zinc, molybdenum,...
Being pregnant and staying healthy
If you’re pregnant, your hormones are surging, your muscles and ligaments are stretching, your heart is working overtime, and our body is string up lots of fluid and fat reserves. Despite all this, for...
Sinus Setback
If your nose begs for a tissue, and your head feels full, chances are you’re 1 of 17 million Americans who suffers from sinusitis — inflammation of the sinuses that connect to the nasal...
Cystitis
The female anatomy, which is so complex and clever in so many ways, also makes us more prone to bladder infections, known medically as cystitis and sometimes called urinary tract infections (UTIs). A woman’s...
Sure or Smug?
Too much praise can transform poise into pomp, yet only true confidence dissolves conceit. Form a healthy self-esteem with these tips for being sure, not smug: Recognize strengths and weaknesses… then be humbled by...