My 13 year-old daughter refuses to drink milk. Does she need calcium supplements?
Calcium is a very important mineral for the body. It is used to allow muscle contractions in all muscles, including the heart. Calcium is the compound with which the bones are hardened. Calcium concentrations also help regulate Vitamin D concentrations, which we are discovering have more and more value. The bones in the body are major depositories for the calcium, and the circulating calcium concentrations are carefully controlled through a number of mechanisms; therefore, if a person does not eat sufficient amounts of calcium, the body will
Summer and Diabetes
by Lori Sciame May 23rd, 2011 | Health News
There are approximately 23.6 million people in the United States living with diabetes (American Diabetes Association).
For these patients, summer presents unique challenges. Altered diets, increased exercise, and even sun burns can change blood glucose levels. Also, did you know that diabetes medications and supplies can suffer in the heat?
Read on to discover more about how summer can affect a diabetic person.
First, a person’s diet generally changes in the summer months. This is because, for some, heat acts as a natural appetite suppressant. Most people also tend to take advantage of fresh fruits and vegetables; however, there are people who
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For these patients, summer presents unique challenges. Altered diets, increased exercise, and even sun burns can change blood glucose levels. Also, did you know that diabetes medications and supplies can suffer in the heat?
Read on to discover more about how summer can affect a diabetic person.
First, a person’s diet generally changes in the summer months. This is because, for some, heat acts as a natural appetite suppressant. Most people also tend to take advantage of fresh fruits and vegetables; however, there are people who
Brain Surgery
by Dean Heller MD May 19th, 2011 | Ask the Doctor
I am researching surgeons and places to have surgery for a tumor that was found in my brain. A few doctors have told me it is best to have "awake surgery," so they can map out the tumor better. I am nervous about this and looking for opinions.
In certain cases it is very helpful to have the patient awake during brain surgery, as it makes it easier to map out certain parts of the brain, to help guide the resection of the mass or tumor. It is very safe, and you are usually sedated enough during most of
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In certain cases it is very helpful to have the patient awake during brain surgery, as it makes it easier to map out certain parts of the brain, to help guide the resection of the mass or tumor. It is very safe, and you are usually sedated enough during most of
End of School Stress
by MPK May 17th, 2011 | Children's Health, Mental Health
For many students, May and June are an exciting time of year. The number of days until school ends and summer begins are counted with great anticipation. Students daydream about days without homework assignments and the hectic pace of the school day. However, before summer begins, teens have responsibilities to handle: year end projects, final exams, summer job hunting. While parents can't (or at least shouldn't) take on these jobs, they can help their teens learn to manage the stress involved with them.
Lisa Greenberg, a psychologist in Madison, New Jersey, offers the following suggetions:
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Lisa Greenberg, a psychologist in Madison, New Jersey, offers the following suggetions:
- Empathize with the stress your teen
You Can Jog – A Woman’s Guide
by Lori Sciame May 16th, 2011 | Exercise, Women's Health
Jogging benefits your overall health in many ways, from reducing the chance you’ll end up with osteoporosis to increasing your stamina. Running can also boost your mood tremendously – remember hearing about “runner’s high?†If you have never exercised in this way before, you need to learn a few basics before you hit the pavement.
Shoes
Make sure you purchase a pair of shoes that fit your foot correctly. Each person has a different type of arch. Some arches are fallen or flat and others are extremely high. Different shoes support these different types of arches. In addition, make sure you
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Shoes
Make sure you purchase a pair of shoes that fit your foot correctly. Each person has a different type of arch. Some arches are fallen or flat and others are extremely high. Different shoes support these different types of arches. In addition, make sure you