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Scientists find cell surface enzyme matriptase causes cancer
August 23, 2005 EST | Cancer
Scientists at the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) and colleagues report in animal studies that a single, scissor-like enzyme called matriptase, when left to its own devices, can cause cancer. This finding, published in the current issue... [More...]
More than half the U.S. population is sensitive to one or more allergens
August 23, 2005 EST | Consumer Info
More than fifty percent of the U.S. population tested positive to one or more allergens, according to a large national study. The new findings, based on data from the third National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES III), shows that... [More...]
Weight loss takes load off knees of arthritis patients
August 22, 2005 EST | Weight Loss
By Robert Preidt WEDNESDAY, July 27 (HealthDay News) - Losing just one pound of body weight results in a four-pound reduction in the load placed on the knee joint each time a person takes a step, according to a new... [More...]
$10 million grant to support research on inflammation's role in heart disease
August 22, 2005 EST | Heart Conditions
The Cardiovascular Research Institute (CVRI) of the University of Rochester Medical Center has received a $10 million Program Project grant to study how inflammatory processes increase heart attack risk. The grant, from the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI),... [More...]
Five ways to boost your energy
August 18, 2005 EST | General
Energy is essential in this sleep-deprived, overstretched, high-speed world. How do we recharge our batteries when there is a constant drain on our resources? Tip #1: Try Belly Breathing In Chinese Medicine, energy is called "qi" (pronounced "chi"), and one... [More...]
Hot or Cold? Relieving the aches and pains of arthritis and more
August 18, 2005 EST | Vitamin Supplements
If sore muscles have you yearning for relief, what’s the best strategy to soothe inflamed muscles, heat or cold? Here is a highlight from the August issue of Mayo Clinic Health Letter. Newswise — If sore muscles have you yearning... [More...]
A closer look at Vitamin D: Taking a break from fractures
August 17, 2005 EST | Vitamin Supplements
With an aging population, and with people living longer, experts say bone fractures will become a bigger and more costly problem unless more is done to prevent them. Osteoporosis (reduced bone mineral density) is most common in older adults, particularly... [More...]
Physical activity cuts stroke risk
August 17, 2005 EST | Heart Conditions
High levels of leisure-time physical activity cut stroke risk -- American Heart Association rapid access journal report DALLAS, Aug. 5 – High levels of physical activity, such as running, swimming or heavy gardening during leisure time can reduce your risk... [More...]
Blueair Air Purifier with HEPA Filter, Model 601
August 15, 2005 EST | General | Comments (0)
The best made better! The 601 cleans more air, more efficiently. In rooms as large as 679 square feet, our patented two-stage HEPASilent™ technology captures 99.97% of 0.1 micron particles, including allergy-provoking pollen grains, dust mites, mold spores and pet...
HairMax LaserComb Kit for healthier hair
August 15, 2005 EST | General | Comments (0)
For many years, exclusive hair clinics throughout Europe, Australia, Asia and around the world have been using laser phototherapy technology with great success on individuals suffering from problem hair. Now you can receive those same benefits at home with the... [More...]
Philips HeartStart Home Defibrillator
August 15, 2005 EST | Safety & Recalls | Comments (0)
The latest in essential safety equipment. Fire extinguishers. Seat belts. Airbags. Home security systems. All essential safety equipment to protect yourself and your loved ones. You know they are there, silently standing by, just in case. They give you... [More...]
NutriSystem Nourish All-Vegetarian Program
August 12, 2005 EST | Weight Loss | Comments (0)
The All-Vegetarian Program gives you a simple approach to losing weight while maintaining a vegetarian lifestyle. It features great-tasting, prepackaged NutriSystem® Nourish™ vegetarian meals and desserts (see complete list below) that you choose online (or on the phone), and that... [More...]
NutriSystem® Nourish Type II Diabetic Program
August 12, 2005 EST | Diabetes , Weight Loss | Comments (0)
This plan gives the person living with diabetes a simple approach to losing weight which is helpful for diabetics. The NutriSystem Diabetic Program is an easy-to-follow diet that is a healthy way of eating for people with Type II Diabetes.... [More...]
NutriSystem® Nourish men's weight loss program
August 12, 2005 EST | Weight Loss | Comments (0)
This program gives men a simple approach to losing weight. The meal plan includes more calories and meals with higher amounts of protein to assure that men stay satisfied. Plus, our prepackaged meals provide men a convenient way to eat... [More...]
NutriSystem® Nourish women's weight loss program
August 12, 2005 EST | Weight Loss | Comments (0)
The NutriSystem® Women's Program gives you an easy way to lose weight and transform your body. It includes a meal plan that allows you to choose from more than 100 great-tasting prepackaged meals and desserts (see complete list below). You... [More...]
An Introduction to Tummy Tucks
August 10, 2005 EST |
Abdominoplasty, or “tummy tuck” is a major surgical procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the stomach and tightens the abdominal muscles. Many people who are unable to achieve desired results with traditional diet and exercise seek a plastic... [More...]
Broward Families find help taking care of elderly parents
August 10, 2005 EST | Senior Health
According to Olga Brunner, founder of A Good Daughter, Inc., (www.agooddaughter.com) there are so many concerns as people trying to juggle work and the needs of elderly family members. “Many caregivers simply cannot maintain the workload and provide the daily,... [More...]
An introduction to gastric bypass surgery
August 09, 2005 EST | Weight Loss
Obesity, once seen as akin to laziness and overeating, is now understood as a complex disorder having to do with genetics and hormonal as well as lifestyle factors. People seem to have very different energy requirements; some can eat half... [More...]
Atkins loses big - Filed for bankruptcy
August 07, 2005 EST | Weight Loss | Comments (0)
Atkins Nutritionals, Inc. filed bankruptcy last week. The fad diet has lost a lot of followers in recent years. At the beginning of 2004, nine-percent of Americans said they were on the diet. That dropped to just four-percent by the... [More...]
8 steps for women dancing with cancer
August 03, 2005 EST | Cancer
Susun Weed offers 8 steps to follow after a diagnosis of breast cancer. Submit. Give up. Make room for the miracle. Inform yourself. Listen to your intuition. Examine all the options, but only use what feels right to you. Accept... [More...]
Surrogate sons and daughters taking care of elderly parents
August 03, 2005 EST | Senior Health
According to Olga Brunner, founder of A Good Daughter, Inc., (www.agooddaughter.com) there are so many concerns as people trying to juggle work and the needs of elderly family members. “Many caregivers simply cannot maintain the workload and provide the daily,... [More...]
