Health News
Posted Tue, 02/22/2011 - 10:26pm by Dolores Scotto
February 20 – 26 is National Eating Disorder Awareness Week. Approximately 5 to 10 million Americans suffer from an eating disorder. An eating disorder goes much further than just weight. Know the signs and possible underlying causes of an eating disorder and what can be done to help.
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Nutrition
Posted Tue, 01/18/2011 - 6:03pm by Dolores Scotto
Heard all the hype about the acai berry? Me too. But still not sure exactly what it is? Me too. Before we all hop on the acai bandwagon, let’s take an introductory look at what it is and what research-proven benefits the acai fruit can, and can’t, provide for us.
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Health News, Prevention
Posted Wed, 01/05/2011 - 10:00am by Dolores Scotto
High Levels of HDL (aka "the good cholesterol") may help prevent Alzheimer's disease later in life, new research suggests.
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Mind Body
Posted Thu, 12/09/2010 - 8:11pm by Dolores Scotto
It may be the most wonderful time of the year. But for many, the year-end holidays are a mixed bag of emotions such as sadness, anxiety, and depression. Fortunately, there are simple strategies for coping with holiday depression.
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Health News
Posted Mon, 12/06/2010 - 3:49pm by Dolores Scotto
Violent acts, natural disasters, and accidents have long been known to cause Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Researchers now believe some diseases may also trigger PTSD. A recent study indicates that Crohn's Disease may not only be a potential trigger to PTSD but that PTSD could also be associated with an increased risk of Crohn's Disease exacerbation.
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Health News
Posted Tue, 11/30/2010 - 10:00am by Dolores Scotto
December 1st marks the 22nd annual commemoration of World AIDS Day, a time to take action and raise awareness
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Lifestyle, Nutrition
Posted Fri, 11/19/2010 - 10:00am by Dolores Scotto
Want to have a satisfying Thanksgiving dinner while still managing your diabetes? A traditional holiday feast can still be healthy with a few simple tips and strategies.
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Health News, Lifestyle
Posted Tue, 11/16/2010 - 10:00am by Dolores Scotto
Despite previous studies suggesting otherwise, a new study indicates that birth control pills work just as effectively to prevent pregnancy in obese women as they do in thinner women. Regularity and consistency of pills intake still play a major role.
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Health News
Posted Fri, 11/05/2010 - 7:07pm by Dolores Scotto
November officially marks National Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. The National Pancreatic Cancer Action Network and other organizations offer ways to raise knowledge and take action against this deadly disease.
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Nutrition
Posted Thu, 10/28/2010 - 7:21am by Dolores Scotto
Vitamin D deficiency is on the rise. So are the number of health risks and illnesses that seem to be related to low levels of the vitamin. The good news is that there are effective, safe, and natural ways to treat Vitamin D deficiency. We’ll explore some of them here.
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