Diabetes Tx
The most important treatment for diabetes is to adhere to a zero sugar, low carb diet.
Eating Disorders Tricks
Throw away the scale! Weight is a number. Being healthy is what really matters.
Healthy Cooking Recipe
Cube potatoes. Par dry. Add chopped garlic and rosemary to olive oil. Coat potatoes and roast at 425 F. until browned.
Heart Failure Myth
Heart failure may be a misleading term. The heart squeezes less effectively, but it can be managed.
Kidney Failure Fact
Limiting fluid due to kidney failure? Try lemon drops to increase saliva production.
Saturday, April 13, 2013
Friday, April 12, 2013
Health Tips for April 12
Acne Fact
There are more people over the age of 18 with acne then under the age of 18. Adult acne is common.
Fibromyalgia Fact
Minimizing stress in your life may help your fibromyalgia pain.
COPD Prevention
Make sure your get a pneumovax and influenza shot.
Dental Health Fact
Floss strips are a great way to floss every day.
Depression Fact
If you depend on exercise to manage your mood, always have a backup exercise in mind.
There are more people over the age of 18 with acne then under the age of 18. Adult acne is common.
Fibromyalgia Fact
Minimizing stress in your life may help your fibromyalgia pain.
COPD Prevention
Make sure your get a pneumovax and influenza shot.
Dental Health Fact
Floss strips are a great way to floss every day.
Depression Fact
If you depend on exercise to manage your mood, always have a backup exercise in mind.
Thursday, April 11, 2013
Health Tips for April 11
Diabetes Fact
You need to see an eye doctor for a dilated retinal exam at least once a year.
Eating Disorders Tx
Eating disorders are extremely hard to treat. You need the right professional and the right medicine.
Healthy Cooking Fact
Don't "bread" things. It carries extra calories and fat.
Heart Failure Fact
Ask your doctor about ACE inhibitors, beta blockers, and/or ARBS (angiotensin receptor blockers).
Kidney Failure Fact
Hemodialysis puts one at risk for vitamin C deficiency.
You need to see an eye doctor for a dilated retinal exam at least once a year.
Eating Disorders Tx
Eating disorders are extremely hard to treat. You need the right professional and the right medicine.
Healthy Cooking Fact
Don't "bread" things. It carries extra calories and fat.
Heart Failure Fact
Ask your doctor about ACE inhibitors, beta blockers, and/or ARBS (angiotensin receptor blockers).
Kidney Failure Fact
Hemodialysis puts one at risk for vitamin C deficiency.
Wednesday, April 10, 2013
Health Tips for April 10
Acne Fact
Adults can get acne even if they never had acne as teenagers.
Fibromyalgia Myth
Fibromyalgia isn't a real medical problem.
COPD Fact
Stay physically active as directed by your doctor to strengthen respiratory muscles and increase endurance.
Dental Health Fact
The plaque found on your teeth is home to more than 300 different species of bacteria.
Depression Fact
Some people need talk therapy or medication and some people might need both.
Adults can get acne even if they never had acne as teenagers.
Fibromyalgia Myth
Fibromyalgia isn't a real medical problem.
COPD Fact
Stay physically active as directed by your doctor to strengthen respiratory muscles and increase endurance.
Dental Health Fact
The plaque found on your teeth is home to more than 300 different species of bacteria.
Depression Fact
Some people need talk therapy or medication and some people might need both.
Tuesday, April 09, 2013
Health Tips for April 9
Strange but True Health Tips
Call Dr. Pepper
Next time you nick yourself in the kitchen, reach for the black pepper. Run cold water over the wound to clean it, using soap if you were handling meat. Then sprinkle on the pepper and apply pressure. In no time, the bleeding will stop. Turns out, black pepper has analgesic, antibacterial, and antiseptic properties. Pepper doesn't sting, either—but don't tell that to your audience.
Shave Your 'stache and Sniff Less
If you're prone to allergies and have a mustache, wash it twice a day with liquid soap. One study found that patients who did this used fewer antihistamines and decongestants. Reason: Cleaning got rid of stuck pollen grains.
Pet Away High Blood Pressure
To lower your risk of heart attack and stroke, get a dog. Numerous studies show that petting a dog keeps blood pressure under control when you're stressed.
Flush Away Trouble
Ever notice how satisfying it is to flush a toilet, especially if it's one of those airport monsters? Think of this next tip as a stress laxative—a bit strange, but guaranteed to be gentle and effective: Before you go to bed, put some small strips of flushable paper and a pencil in the bathroom. The following morning, take a seat and write down the names of all the people or situations in your life that are causing you angst. Then throw them in the bowl and flush. You'll be amazed at how great this feels and works.
Call Dr. Pepper
Next time you nick yourself in the kitchen, reach for the black pepper. Run cold water over the wound to clean it, using soap if you were handling meat. Then sprinkle on the pepper and apply pressure. In no time, the bleeding will stop. Turns out, black pepper has analgesic, antibacterial, and antiseptic properties. Pepper doesn't sting, either—but don't tell that to your audience.
Shave Your 'stache and Sniff Less
If you're prone to allergies and have a mustache, wash it twice a day with liquid soap. One study found that patients who did this used fewer antihistamines and decongestants. Reason: Cleaning got rid of stuck pollen grains.
Pet Away High Blood Pressure
To lower your risk of heart attack and stroke, get a dog. Numerous studies show that petting a dog keeps blood pressure under control when you're stressed.
Flush Away Trouble
Ever notice how satisfying it is to flush a toilet, especially if it's one of those airport monsters? Think of this next tip as a stress laxative—a bit strange, but guaranteed to be gentle and effective: Before you go to bed, put some small strips of flushable paper and a pencil in the bathroom. The following morning, take a seat and write down the names of all the people or situations in your life that are causing you angst. Then throw them in the bowl and flush. You'll be amazed at how great this feels and works.
Monday, April 08, 2013
Health Tips for April 8
Strange but True Health Tips
Skip the Antibacterial Soap
There's absolutely no reason to buy antibacterial soaps, according to the American Medical Association. While close to 50 percent of soaps sold in the States contain antimicrobial agents, the AMA claims there's no solid scientific proof that these soaps are better at preventing infection than regular soap. In fact, the group argues that antibacterial soaps may be doing more harm than good—by making bacteria stronger and more resistant to existing germ killers.
Straighten Your Drive
Taking a long drive? Pretend someone poured a cold drink down your back—notice how your shoulders pull back and your spine curves? That's the position your back should be in when you're rolling down the highway.
Disinfect a Wound with Honey
Pour a dab of honey on a cut before covering it with a bandage. Believe it or not, honey has powerful antibacterial properties. A recent study found that it was capable of destroying almost all strains of the most common wound-infecting bacteria.
Skip the Antibacterial Soap
There's absolutely no reason to buy antibacterial soaps, according to the American Medical Association. While close to 50 percent of soaps sold in the States contain antimicrobial agents, the AMA claims there's no solid scientific proof that these soaps are better at preventing infection than regular soap. In fact, the group argues that antibacterial soaps may be doing more harm than good—by making bacteria stronger and more resistant to existing germ killers.
Straighten Your Drive
Taking a long drive? Pretend someone poured a cold drink down your back—notice how your shoulders pull back and your spine curves? That's the position your back should be in when you're rolling down the highway.
Disinfect a Wound with Honey
Pour a dab of honey on a cut before covering it with a bandage. Believe it or not, honey has powerful antibacterial properties. A recent study found that it was capable of destroying almost all strains of the most common wound-infecting bacteria.
Sunday, April 07, 2013
Health Tips for April 7
Strange but True Health Tips
Accuse Others of Taking Your Keys
Research suggests there's a marked difference between how younger and older people interpret misplacing their car keys. A young guy usually blames it on someone else: "Who took my damn keys?" An old man typically blames it on himself: "I must be getting old. I misplaced my keys again." Never use your age as an excuse for anything like this—and see if you don't remain younger longer. It's an effective mental trick.
Scratch the Other Limb
For itchy skin under a cast, try scratching the same place on the other arm or foot. This may trick your brain into thinking you're scratching the real itch.
Break a High Fever
Anything up to 102°F is mild and can be treated by drinking plenty of fluids. But to quickly bring down a reading above that, put an ice pack under your arm or near your groin. Icing either spot will cool your body's core. It's uncomfortable, but it works fast. Then see a doctor.
Keep the Willies at Bay
If you get claustrophobic in small spaces such as subways, elevators, and that closet of an office they stuck you in, visit your local fruit stand. A sniff of green apple may help relieve claustrophobic sensations. Carry one with you. Also, if you're selling your house, placing a basket of fresh green apples on the table may make potential buyers perceive the house as larger.
Accuse Others of Taking Your Keys
Research suggests there's a marked difference between how younger and older people interpret misplacing their car keys. A young guy usually blames it on someone else: "Who took my damn keys?" An old man typically blames it on himself: "I must be getting old. I misplaced my keys again." Never use your age as an excuse for anything like this—and see if you don't remain younger longer. It's an effective mental trick.
Scratch the Other Limb
For itchy skin under a cast, try scratching the same place on the other arm or foot. This may trick your brain into thinking you're scratching the real itch.
Break a High Fever
Anything up to 102°F is mild and can be treated by drinking plenty of fluids. But to quickly bring down a reading above that, put an ice pack under your arm or near your groin. Icing either spot will cool your body's core. It's uncomfortable, but it works fast. Then see a doctor.
Keep the Willies at Bay
If you get claustrophobic in small spaces such as subways, elevators, and that closet of an office they stuck you in, visit your local fruit stand. A sniff of green apple may help relieve claustrophobic sensations. Carry one with you. Also, if you're selling your house, placing a basket of fresh green apples on the table may make potential buyers perceive the house as larger.
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