Posted on June 19, 2009Arthritis: Know the Facts
An estimated 46 million people in the United States suffer from some type of arthritis, according to a recent survey by the Centers for Disease Control. Currently there is no cure for arthritis; prevention is key.
Health Magazines Articles
Posted on May 26, 2009Swine Flu: Know the Facts
In March 2009 a new strain of the Type A influenza virus known as H1N1 or swine flu began spreading. Though the widespread occurrence of this virus is noteworthy, now is not the time to panic. It is important to know the facts and make good...
Posted on February 16, 2009American Heart Month: Ways to Prevent Heart Diseases
Cardiovascular or heart diseases, including stroke, are the No. 1 killer in the U.S. and worldwide. To urge Americans to join the battle against these diseases February is designated by Congress as “American Heart Month.”
Posted on January 8, 200930 minutes a Day of Aerobic Exercise
According to the Center for Disease Control, the incidence of obesity continues to be a major health concern for adults, children and adolescents in the U.S. With that in mind, investing 30 minutes a day of aerobic exercise "” such as walking,...
Posted on January 8, 2009Lose Weight on a Budget
With the floundering economy and unstable job market budget living is on everyone's minds these days. The good news is there are lots of ways and encouraging advice on living on a budget for every aspect of life, including losing weight. Here are...
Posted on December 28, 2008Post-Holiday Weight Loss Strategies
The best post-holiday weight loss strategy is not to overindulge during the holiday season in the first place. However, if you do overindulge and find yourself in need to drop pounds after the holidays, look for post-holiday weight loss tips, advice...
Posted on December 28, 2008Stick to Your New Year's Diet Resolution
Dieting is the #1 New Year's resolution each year in the U.S. According to recent national studies though, most people don't even keep up their diet resolutions into February and even more quit around six months.
Posted on November 30, 2008Strategies for Avoiding Holiday Weight Gain
Recent research studies have found Americans binge eat and thus gain weight during the holidays. Don't have to overeat or over-indulge. Instead put into place easy strategies to breeze your way through the holidays.
Posted on November 30, 2008Know the Difference Between Healthy and Unhealthy Anxiety
From one time or another everyone has anxiety but when anxiety interrupts normal day-to-day activities it is unhealthy. Know the signs and who to talk to when anxiety becomes a problem.
Posted on November 30, 2008The Health Benefits of Probiotics
Lately, many magazines and other publications have widely reported on the health benefits of probiotics, which are dietary supplements that contain live bacteria and yeast. Researchers continue to study whether probiotics help treat and prevent...
Posted on October 26, 2008Great Advice from Self Magazine
Self Magazine is an American women's lifestyle magazine published by Conde Nast Publications. The focus of the magazine's content is on women achieving complete well-being from the inside out.
Posted on October 26, 2008Great Ideas for Thanksgiving Food
The origins of the modern Thanksgiving holiday are disputable by historians beyond the tradition of celebrating the end of the harvest season by expressing gratitude for the bountiful harvest, which has survived centuries. Today, as in the past,...
Posted on October 26, 2008Flu Shots: What You Need to Know
Influenza is a contagious respiratory illness that can be mild to severe and in many cases lead to death. Each year according to the Centers for Diseases Control, between 5 to 20% of the U.S. population gets influenza, also known as the flu. There...
Posted on October 26, 2008Heart Disease is Preventable
Heart disease is the leading killer in the U.S. It is a general term that includes coronary heart disease and other heart conditions that can lead to serious results like heart attacks and strokes. Fortunately, in many cases, there are many ways to...
Posted on August 10, 2008Women Health Questions
Women's health is a big problem from pregnancy to infections, to infertility.The subject of women's health is a growing issue. There is lots of data relative to this topic which can mess up or can make things a little confusing but as you go through...
Posted on July 26, 2008Type 2 Diabetes: The Next Epidemic
Health experts see many similarities between the epidemic of AIDS and the potential epidemic of type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes because the presence of obesity, the primary risk factor, is on a quick rise among a...
Posted on July 26, 2008Your Health: Asthma
According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, asthma affects 20 million Americans and is the most common long term disease affecting children.
Posted on June 7, 2008Sinus Infections: Know the Symptoms
Millions of Americans are treated for sinus infections every year. Sinuses are hollow cavities located in the spaces between bones in the human face and connect with the nose. There are four sets of sinuses in the human head.
Posted on June 7, 2008Knowing is Preventing: Strokes
Cerebrovascular accident (CVA), or stroke, is the death of brain tissue caused by the loss of blood flow to part of the brain. Blood, which carries nutrients and oxygen to the brain, is necessary for brain cells to stay alive. The brain responds...
Posted on June 7, 2008Practical Ways to Prevent and Manage Allergy Symptoms
More than half of Americans suffer from allergies. Allergies are a hypersensitive reaction to an antigen, a foreign substance that causes an immune response. Common allergens are dust mites, ragweed, pollens from trees and grasses and pet dander....
Posted on June 7, 2008Choosing the Best Type of Dialysis for Your Health Needs
Peritoneal Dialysis and Hemodialysis are two different types of dialysis. Both offer pros and cons for patients. Dialysis is needed in when the kidneys fail, from either a kidney disease or complication of another condition.
Posted on June 7, 2008Cystic Fibrosis is a Devastating Disease
Cystic fibrosis is a fatal genetic disease that is present at the time of birth and develops during early childhood; it's the most common fatal genetic disease in the U.S. with about 30,000 Americans suffering from the disease.
