Sunday, March 2nd, 2008
When our bodies send us subtle signs, such as hair loss, droopy eyelids, or excessive gas, we tend to write them off as cosmetic concerns and try to ignore or cover them up. By: Joan Liebmann-Smith, Ph.D. and Jacqueline Nardi Egan Authors of Body Signs When we have persistent pain, fever, ...
Sunday, March 2nd, 2008
Thanks in large part to Condoleezza Rice, the Flip hairstyle has made a bit of a fashion comback, but in softer, modified versions. By: Pat Jacobs One of the 1960's signature hairdos has endured over several decades. The Flip was hip and initially favored by younger women-shoulder-length hair was backcombed slightly ...
Wednesday, February 20th, 2008
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services For some women, digital mammography is a better bet than traditional film mammography, a new study confirms. Women under the age 50 with dense breasts who are premenopausal or perimenopausal get more accurate results with digital mammograms, said study author Dr. Etta ...
Friday, February 1st, 2008
In addition to sunscreen with UVA and UVB protection, people should wear protective clothing and limit their sun exposure to avoid skin damage. The Food and Drug Administration proposed sweeping new rules for sunscreens yesterday to give consumers more detailed information about the level of protection they provide against ...
Monday, January 14th, 2008
As increasing numbers of baby boomers are turning fifty, anxious to hang on to some semblance of youth, more and more research is being devoted to the topic of aging. By: Royane Real If you’re still alive, you’re growing older every day. You may not notice it, but you are. When we make ...
Monday, January 14th, 2008
Varicose veins are brought about by many things from being overweight to genetics to aging. There are dermatological ways to remove varicose veins but prevention is the easiest and safest method to keep your legs looking pretty. By: Ismael Tabije As I was searching for more information on varicose veins’ cure, ...
Monday, January 14th, 2008
Baby-Boomers who have spent their youth worshiping the sun have learned that exposure to UV rays causes skin cancer and creates signs of early aging with wrinkles and sun spots. By: S.A. Smith With so many people wanting a great tan without exposing themselves to the many dangers of UV rays, science ...
Monday, January 14th, 2008
Intellect dictates that “new and better” will bring happiness – whether it’s a new and better car, partner, house, boat, job, or location. Instead of thrashing around trying to figure out the details, why not work on your emotional intelligence. By: Susan Dunn It’s common at mid-life to have the feeling that ...
Monday, January 14th, 2008
Perhaps the most important thing you can do for your health and wellbeing is to become conscious of your thoughts that create stress and become adept at changing your thoughts. People who have learned how to manage stress generally have good health. By: Margaret Paul, Ph.D. Most of us know that eating ...
Monday, January 14th, 2008
LDL cholesterol is called bad cholesterol, because elevated levels of it are associated with an increased risk of coronary heart disease. Higher concentrations of cholesterol are present in the liver, spinal cord, brain, atheroma, adrenal glands and reproductive organs. By: Paul MacIver Cholesterol is a fatty lipid, steroid and an alcohol found ...
Monday, January 14th, 2008
For many women, the first signs of varicose veins appear during pregnancy. Obesity is also a contributing factor. The added pressure of supporting excess weight is almost certain to result in chronic venous breakdown. By: Anne Wolski A vein is a blood vessel that carries blood throughout the body. Normally, these veins ...
Monday, January 14th, 2008
The incidence of breast cancer rises steadily to reach a peak around the age of menopause. The rate of increase is lessened after menopause, but older women are still at increasing risk over time. By: Anne Wolski Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer in women and the leading cause ...
Monday, January 14th, 2008
A little bit of stress isn't always a bad thing but being over-stressed may cause a range of health problems including headaches, upset stomach, high blood pressure - even strokes and heart disease. By: Anne Wolski Looking after your feelings and emotions is as important as taking care of your body. Most ...
Monday, January 14th, 2008
Allergic inflammation of the lungs is characterized by wheezing, coughing and tightness around the chest, making it difficult to breathe. Allergies can come from environmental allergens, dust mites, pollen, animal dander, smoke and other pollutants. By: Anne Wolski It seems that almost everyone we meet suffers from an allergy of some kind ...
Monday, January 14th, 2008
Smokers say that smoking settles their nerves when they are stressed. Some say it stimulates them and, in both cases, there is some truth. This is due to the dose of nicotine as well as other factors. By: Anne Wolski The epidemic of smoking-related diseases is one that only the potential victims ...
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