Posted on: 05 October, 2004
Author: Nitin Jain
... these HEALTHY HABITS in your life ... healthy habits can ... increase your lifespan by up to 11 years! That's a lot of extra time to get to live, and you can add it to your Incorporate these HEALTHY HABITS in your life Following healthy habits can statistically increase your lifespan by up to 11 years! That's a lot of extra time to get to live, and you can add it to your life by following a few simple habits: 1. Never skip your breakfast. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Still, many of us skip...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 01 October, 2004
Author: Richard Mitchell
... was ... marketed to treat prostate ... under the name Proscar in 5mg pills. It was known to inhibit the ... of DHT, a major ... to both prostate cancer and male Finasteride was initially marketed to treat prostate conditions under the name Proscar in 5mg pills. It was known to inhibit the formation of DHT, a major contributor to both prostate cancer and male pattern hair loss.Subsequent research showed that a 1mg daily dose of the same drug was sufficient to control hair loss for 83% of men after two years of treatment. Since 1998 this version has...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 27 September, 2004
Author: By ADD Management Coach Jennifer Koretsky
When a person is bored or ... certain tasks and projects can seem like torture! This feeling usually leads to ... and ... often leads to guilt. Here are some practic When a person is bored or uninterested, certain tasks and projects can seem like torture! This feeling usually leads to procrastination, and procrastination often leads to guilt. Here are some practical ways to avoid these situations and overcome procrastination:1. Recharge DailyBe sure to get enough sleep and rest each day so that you have the necessary energy you need to accomplish your tasks.2. Get a Friend InvolvedIt's harder to...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 26 September, 2004
Author: William G. Hammond, JD
An advance ... allows you to ... your health care ... when you no longer have the capacity to make your own ... It is a legal ... such as a living will or a power of An advance directive allows you to communicate your health care preferences when you no longer have the capacity to make your own decisions. It is a legal document, such as a living will or a power of attorney for health care. If you are able to communicate your medical preferences, then you will do so. If, on the other hand, you lose the...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 21 September, 2004
Author: Dr. Donald A. Miller
As I have written in my diet book and several ... one way to reduce ... of ... fats, and gain other benefits of plant foods, is to replace part of four legged meats with such soy f As I have written in my diet book and several articles, one way to reduce consumption of saturated fats, and gain other benefits of plant foods, is to replace part of four legged meats with such soy foods as tempeh and tofu. These, like ground beef, can be measured into small portions, wrapped in plastic film, and frozen. For use, let thaw...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 19 September, 2004
Author: Timothy McNamara, MD, MPH
When you (or loved ones) are taking ... or over the counter ... is a lot you should be worried about, and a lot that your ... may not be telling you.Most people are aware When you (or loved ones) are taking prescription or over the counter medications there is a lot you should be worried about, and a lot that your pharmacist may not be telling you.Most people are aware, for example, that several medications taken together can sometimes cause harmful interactions. Most also know that drug allergies can pose significant hazards. (These are topics of other articles in...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 19 September, 2004
Author: Timothy McNamara, MD, MPH
This is a true ... I picked up a new ... ... for my daughter from my local ... recently adopted my daughter from India where she had ... ear ... resu This is a true story.Yesterday, I picked up a new antibiotic prescription for my daughter from my local pharmacy.(We recently adopted my daughter from India where she had recurrent ear infections resulting in severe hearing loss. And, she is about to undergo the second of several planned surgeries in order to try to repair the damage.)Before putting her to sleep, I got the new medication out of the...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 04 September, 2004
Author: David Leonhardt
Serious Dieting Tips, Humorous ... David ... A few months ago, I set out to lose 22.6 pounds, then to put back on at least half of it.Huh? Anybody who's ever found herself stuck on a Serious Dieting Tips, Humorous ExplanationsBy David Leonhardt A few months ago, I set out to lose 22.6 pounds, then to put back on at least half of it.Huh? Anybody who's ever found herself stuck on a yo-yo diet is probably thinking that I am either crazy or planning way too hard for the inevitable yo-yo heartaches. However, my plan is more sneaky than that.First,...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 22 August, 2004
Author: Beth Scott
I dont have much of a problem with belly pouch or bulge, since Ive been doing situps or crunches for most of my life. But most of you have not, so you might benefit by my ... I know a small I dont have much of a problem with belly pouch or bulge, since Ive been doing situps or crunches for most of my life. But most of you have not, so you might benefit by my experience. I know a small exercising trick that can literally whittle your waistline and work your abs at the same time. If you...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 20 July, 2004
Author: Louise Roach
Knee pain after running? Wake up with a ... Twist an ankle? When aches, pain, strains or swelling take place due to an injury or chronic ... what is the best course of action: ice or heat Knee pain after running? Wake up with a backache? Twist an ankle? When aches, pain, strains or swelling take place due to an injury or chronic condition, what is the best course of action: ice or heat? Many people automatically assume heat will ease their discomfort. Think again!Ice and heat have opposite effects when dealing with inflammation and pain. Both are useful when...
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