22 Aralık 2010 Çarşamba
Headaches and Migraines
If your head hurts, the first step in making the pain going away is to find out why your head hurts. Your headache could be a tension, cluster, sinus, or rebound headache—or even a migraine. The more you know, the easier it is to stop or prevent headache pain.MONDAY, Oct. 18 (HealthDay News) — Botox (onabotulinumtoxinA) injection has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to prevent chronic migraines among people who get the painful headaches more than 14 days per month. Botox, made from a purified form of botulinum toxin, has long been approved as a cosmetic wrinkle remover. The drug
Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer’s disease, the most common type of dementia, damages parts of the brain involved in memory, intelligence, judgment, language, and behavior. Almost half of people afflicted with Alzheimer’s are between 75 and 85, although a rare, inherited form of the disease can affect people in their 40s. While the loss of cognitive ability is irreversible, the rate of disease progression varies by individual.
Alzheimer’s Disease News
High Cholesterol in Middle Age May Not Lead to Dementia
Controlling your cholesterol in middle age is good for your heart and blood vessels, but according to a new study, it may not lower your risk of Alzheimer’s disease, as some research has suggested.
Fish Oil Ingredient Doesn’t Slow Alzheimer’s
An essential nutrient found in fish oil does not appear to slow the mental decline associated with Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new study in the Journal of the American Medical Association.
Heavy Smoking Linked to Alzheimer’s in Study
By Steven ReinbergHealthDay Reporter MONDAY, Oct. 25 (HealthDay News) — Heavy smoking in middle age seems to increase the risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia, a large new study suggests. “We found that people who reported heavy smoking in midlife had more than a 100 percent increase in risk of Alzheimer’s disease and vascular [...]
Mouse Study Suggests Alzheimer’s-Linked Protein Can Migrate Into Brain
By Amanda GardnerHealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, Oct. 21 (HealthDay News) — Researchers report that, in mice at least, tissue from outside the brain that contains misfolded beta-amyloid protein can travel and “infect” the brain. Beta-amyloid protein plaques, which clutter the brains of Alzheimer’s patients, have been strongly implicated in the genesis of this neurodegenerative disease. The experiment involved injecting Study: Vitamin B12 May Help Ward off Alzheimer’s
People who consume lots of foods rich in vitamin B12—such as fish and fortified cereals—may be at lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease than people who take in less of the vitamin, a new study suggests.
Alzheimer’s Disease News
High Cholesterol in Middle Age May Not Lead to Dementia
Controlling your cholesterol in middle age is good for your heart and blood vessels, but according to a new study, it may not lower your risk of Alzheimer’s disease, as some research has suggested.
Fish Oil Ingredient Doesn’t Slow Alzheimer’s
An essential nutrient found in fish oil does not appear to slow the mental decline associated with Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new study in the Journal of the American Medical Association.
Heavy Smoking Linked to Alzheimer’s in Study
By Steven ReinbergHealthDay Reporter MONDAY, Oct. 25 (HealthDay News) — Heavy smoking in middle age seems to increase the risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia, a large new study suggests. “We found that people who reported heavy smoking in midlife had more than a 100 percent increase in risk of Alzheimer’s disease and vascular [...]
Mouse Study Suggests Alzheimer’s-Linked Protein Can Migrate Into Brain
By Amanda GardnerHealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, Oct. 21 (HealthDay News) — Researchers report that, in mice at least, tissue from outside the brain that contains misfolded beta-amyloid protein can travel and “infect” the brain. Beta-amyloid protein plaques, which clutter the brains of Alzheimer’s patients, have been strongly implicated in the genesis of this neurodegenerative disease. The experiment involved injecting Study: Vitamin B12 May Help Ward off Alzheimer’s
People who consume lots of foods rich in vitamin B12—such as fish and fortified cereals—may be at lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease than people who take in less of the vitamin, a new study suggests.
Cholesterol
Your body needs some cholesterol. But if you have too much—of the wrong kind—it starts to build up in your arteries. Cholesterol is produced naturally by the liver, and also comes from eating certain foods, such as eggs and red meat. Too much of the bad kind, LDL cholesterol, raises your risk of heart disease, stroke, and other conditions. Low levels of the good kind, HDL cholesterol, can have the same effect.By Amanda GardnerHealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, Nov. 18 (HealthDay News) — New research supports the notion that patients who take cholesterol-lowering drugs known as statins may not have an increased risk for cancer, as some previous studies suggested. Statins are the most commonly prescribed drugs for people with high blood cholesterol levels, which are linked to heart disease
Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes can have a slow onset, and early symptoms can be confused with signs of stress, being overweight, or a poor diet. But the arsenal of tools to combat diabetes grows every year.WEDNESDAY, Nov. 17 (HealthDay News) — Diabetics may soon find that assistance in controlling their blood pressure is just a cell phone screen away. Researchers are now exploring the potential of a new mobile phone monitoring system that automatically picks up patients’ home blood pressure readings, which is then sent out wirelessly via radio signals from
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How to Have a Less is More Christmas
Here’s how I almost set my kitchen on fire last Christmas. I began the evening listening to Nat King Cole on the stereo and mixing a supersize batch of chocolate-chip-butterscotch batter because I had volunteered to make six-dozen cookies for a holiday bake sale. So far so good.
But while the third batch was in the oven, I started wrapping presents when I realized that I’d bought practical gifts (clothes) for all four of my nieces but had forgotten to buy them something fun (anything from the American Girl store).
I was down the hall on my computer debating whether it would be more practical to pay for overnight shipping or drive an hour to the closest American Girl store when … BEEEEP BEEEEP BEEEEP! The smoke detectors started blaring, waking everyone else in the house because it was nearly midnight.
So, you see, for me ’tis the season to have a nervous breakdown. And I bet you know exactly what I’m talking about. According to an American Psychological Association study, nearly half of all women in the United States experience heightened stress during the holidays.
With the exception of Mr. Claus, men just do not work themselves into such a Yuletide frenzy. (Actually, now that I think about it, Santa schedules in regular milk-and-cookie breaks, so I doubt he’s stressing as much as the missus.) I love my husband, but is he volunteering to bake 72 cookies from scratch? Is he budgeting, buying, and wrapping any of the gifts? Is he calculating how many hours we’ll spend in the car—and how many dollars we’ll spend on gas—if we attend all the gatherings and parties we’re invited to? Ho, ho, no.
It’s no wonder that by the time the New Year rolls around most women are, as my friend Alix bluntly put it, “broke, spent, and hella tired.” And that’s because, while we’re under the do-it-all stress of the holiday season, it’s way too easy to make unwise choices that leave us feeling far from jolly in the end.
But while the third batch was in the oven, I started wrapping presents when I realized that I’d bought practical gifts (clothes) for all four of my nieces but had forgotten to buy them something fun (anything from the American Girl store).
I was down the hall on my computer debating whether it would be more practical to pay for overnight shipping or drive an hour to the closest American Girl store when … BEEEEP BEEEEP BEEEEP! The smoke detectors started blaring, waking everyone else in the house because it was nearly midnight.
So, you see, for me ’tis the season to have a nervous breakdown. And I bet you know exactly what I’m talking about. According to an American Psychological Association study, nearly half of all women in the United States experience heightened stress during the holidays.
With the exception of Mr. Claus, men just do not work themselves into such a Yuletide frenzy. (Actually, now that I think about it, Santa schedules in regular milk-and-cookie breaks, so I doubt he’s stressing as much as the missus.) I love my husband, but is he volunteering to bake 72 cookies from scratch? Is he budgeting, buying, and wrapping any of the gifts? Is he calculating how many hours we’ll spend in the car—and how many dollars we’ll spend on gas—if we attend all the gatherings and parties we’re invited to? Ho, ho, no.
It’s no wonder that by the time the New Year rolls around most women are, as my friend Alix bluntly put it, “broke, spent, and hella tired.” And that’s because, while we’re under the do-it-all stress of the holiday season, it’s way too easy to make unwise choices that leave us feeling far from jolly in the end.
97 Reasons to Quit Smoking
1. You won't have to pay more and more and more and more each year.
Yup, taxes will almost certainly continue to go up. New Jersey, Vermont, and Connecticut are among the states leaning harder on smokers for revenue, but even some tobacco-growing states are beginning to milk the coffin-nail cash cow. Lawmakers' reasoning: There is evidence that price increases cause smokers to reduce consumption. And the medical costs of smoking are astronomical—a huge burden to the states.
2. You'll inhale fewer germs.
New research suggests cigarettes are crawling with germs, which can be inhaled along with the smoke. It’s not clear if the germs can make you sick, but the yuck factor is undeniable.
3. You'll be smarter than Goofy.
"No Smoking" is a superb 1951 Disney cartoon depicting the history of tobacco use and, in modern times, Goofy's addiction and attempt to quit (there's a hilarious Mad Men-ish scene of an office full of smokers). It ends with him smoking an exploding cigar as the narrator concludes: "Give the smoker enough rope and he'll hang on to his habit."
Yup, taxes will almost certainly continue to go up. New Jersey, Vermont, and Connecticut are among the states leaning harder on smokers for revenue, but even some tobacco-growing states are beginning to milk the coffin-nail cash cow. Lawmakers' reasoning: There is evidence that price increases cause smokers to reduce consumption. And the medical costs of smoking are astronomical—a huge burden to the states.
2. You'll inhale fewer germs.
New research suggests cigarettes are crawling with germs, which can be inhaled along with the smoke. It’s not clear if the germs can make you sick, but the yuck factor is undeniable.
3. You'll be smarter than Goofy.
"No Smoking" is a superb 1951 Disney cartoon depicting the history of tobacco use and, in modern times, Goofy's addiction and attempt to quit (there's a hilarious Mad Men-ish scene of an office full of smokers). It ends with him smoking an exploding cigar as the narrator concludes: "Give the smoker enough rope and he'll hang on to his habit."
What is a Healthy Life
What is a Healthy Lifestyle
What is a Healthy Lifestyle
What is a healthy lifestyle for women? A healthy lifestyle is one that focuses on maintaining a normal weight, provides defenses against disease, enhances energy levels, and offers regular opportunities for stress reduction activities. In other words a woman’s healthy lifestyle is one that creates a sense of balance and harmony in her life so she is able to meet the many challenges.
Love Thyself First!
Too many women decide they do not have enough time to take care of themselves because of the demands at home and at work. Though traditional roles have shifted some, it still is a fact that most women coordinate the home and care for the children. In addition, a majority of women now work either full or part time in order to make ends meet.
One of the first things to fall by the wayside is plans for getting regular exercise. It is no wonder that the number of heart attacks and strokes is increasing in women at an alarming rate. Women need to love their bodies and live the healthiest lifestyle possible if they expect to remain healthy into their senior years. More info on exercise for a healthy lifestyle...
The fact is you cannot fully love others until you love yourself first. So what is a healthy lifestyle? It is a lifestyle that includes regular exercise, healthy nutrition and a stress reduction plan. This sounds like a lot to add to an already full schedule, but a healthy lifestyle is not something you “add”. It is something you live each minute of your day.
Embracing Your Body with Exercise
Getting regular exercise is critical to good health. You don’t have to join a gym if you are unable to get away from home or simply cannot take the time to attend. There are plenty of ways to incorporate exercise into your day.
An exercise program should include both strength training and aerobic exercise. By building strong muscles and a healthy heart you reduce your chances for developing disease – especially those common to women such as osteoporosis. You can incorporate exercise easily by adding daily walks or learning to take the stairs instead of the elevator.
Exercise is like giving your body a big embrace that says, “I love me!”
Loving Your Cells Through Good Nutrition
What is a healthy lifestyle? A healthy lifestyle is one that provides your body the nutrition it needs at the cellular level. The current research is amazing in that it is uncovering the deep dark mysteries of how each cell in your body works. What the research shows is that you have to make healthy food choices every time you eat.
Good nutrition means eating low-fat food that has a balance of carbohydrates, proteins and healthy fats. You also need to eat a variety of carefully selected foods that supply the essential vitamins and minerals needed to fight disease and aging.
Good nutrition is an integral component of a loving plan to care for your body.
Caressing Your Spirit by Relaxing
A healthy lifestyle is not complete unless you also take time to caress your spirit weekly through relaxation techniques. You don’t have to spend thousands at a local spa, because you can bring the spa to your home. There are many aromatherapy spa health products that promote a sense of well being. But relaxing tactics also include doing the things you enjoy in life whether it be playing with the children, reading a book or gardening.
What is a healthy lifestyle? It is a balance of exercise, nutrition and relaxation time that proves you love yourself first so you can love others fully.
What is a Healthy Lifestyle
What is a healthy lifestyle for women? A healthy lifestyle is one that focuses on maintaining a normal weight, provides defenses against disease, enhances energy levels, and offers regular opportunities for stress reduction activities. In other words a woman’s healthy lifestyle is one that creates a sense of balance and harmony in her life so she is able to meet the many challenges.
Love Thyself First!
Too many women decide they do not have enough time to take care of themselves because of the demands at home and at work. Though traditional roles have shifted some, it still is a fact that most women coordinate the home and care for the children. In addition, a majority of women now work either full or part time in order to make ends meet.
One of the first things to fall by the wayside is plans for getting regular exercise. It is no wonder that the number of heart attacks and strokes is increasing in women at an alarming rate. Women need to love their bodies and live the healthiest lifestyle possible if they expect to remain healthy into their senior years. More info on exercise for a healthy lifestyle...
The fact is you cannot fully love others until you love yourself first. So what is a healthy lifestyle? It is a lifestyle that includes regular exercise, healthy nutrition and a stress reduction plan. This sounds like a lot to add to an already full schedule, but a healthy lifestyle is not something you “add”. It is something you live each minute of your day.
Embracing Your Body with Exercise
Getting regular exercise is critical to good health. You don’t have to join a gym if you are unable to get away from home or simply cannot take the time to attend. There are plenty of ways to incorporate exercise into your day.
An exercise program should include both strength training and aerobic exercise. By building strong muscles and a healthy heart you reduce your chances for developing disease – especially those common to women such as osteoporosis. You can incorporate exercise easily by adding daily walks or learning to take the stairs instead of the elevator.
Exercise is like giving your body a big embrace that says, “I love me!”
Loving Your Cells Through Good Nutrition
What is a healthy lifestyle? A healthy lifestyle is one that provides your body the nutrition it needs at the cellular level. The current research is amazing in that it is uncovering the deep dark mysteries of how each cell in your body works. What the research shows is that you have to make healthy food choices every time you eat.
Good nutrition means eating low-fat food that has a balance of carbohydrates, proteins and healthy fats. You also need to eat a variety of carefully selected foods that supply the essential vitamins and minerals needed to fight disease and aging.
Good nutrition is an integral component of a loving plan to care for your body.
Caressing Your Spirit by Relaxing
A healthy lifestyle is not complete unless you also take time to caress your spirit weekly through relaxation techniques. You don’t have to spend thousands at a local spa, because you can bring the spa to your home. There are many aromatherapy spa health products that promote a sense of well being. But relaxing tactics also include doing the things you enjoy in life whether it be playing with the children, reading a book or gardening.
What is a healthy lifestyle? It is a balance of exercise, nutrition and relaxation time that proves you love yourself first so you can love others fully.
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