Prevention is always the best defense against the cold and flu. Even with our best efforts, by getting a flu shot, washing our hands often, and keeping our hands away from our faces, we may find ourselves sick. While over the counter medications can help relieve symptoms, there are some extra steps that you can add to your treatment that are safe and natural, and are proven to help you feel better.
Chicken Soup – Mom’s chicken soup has been proven to be a natural cold and flu remedy. The soup helps to keep the body hydrated, and also helps
On Soy
by Louise September 18th, 2012 | Diet
Is soy good or bad for you? Soy products are often suggested as healthy substitutes for dairy or meat products. Sure, soy milk makes a logical alternative for milk for someone with lactose intolerance (because it is a plant-based beverage and not actually a "milk"), but it makes much less sense for someone with a soy nut allergy.
The market for soy products in America has been growing over the last couple decades. Of course, the rise of soy has been followed by a slew of studies that point to possible concerns about it.
Isoflavones are the hot topic within the world of soy nutritional analysis.
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The market for soy products in America has been growing over the last couple decades. Of course, the rise of soy has been followed by a slew of studies that point to possible concerns about it.
Isoflavones are the hot topic within the world of soy nutritional analysis.
All Systems Go!
by Lori Sciame September 17th, 2012 | Health Observance
When scientists launch rockets into space, they make sure that all components of the complicated craft work properly. To think about this process in simple terms, visualize a lengthy check list. One by one, the controllers test each part, and when it works properly, only then can the mission proceed. Why do they do this? Prevention of a catastrophe - either loss of life or loss of millions of dollars.
Think about your own body as a rocket ship destined to travel on a precarious mission, one that involves plenty of hazards to overcome. Just like scientists maintain strict standards
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Think about your own body as a rocket ship destined to travel on a precarious mission, one that involves plenty of hazards to overcome. Just like scientists maintain strict standards
West Nile Virus
by Dean Heller MD September 14th, 2012 | Ask the Doctor
I live in Florida, and I have heard about mosquitos having West Nile virus. Should I be worried?
We are all a little nervous when we hear about the cases in the news; however, many people who have exposure to West Nile Virus will have no symptoms or mild symptoms. If you are immunocomprimised in any way, then you should take extreme precautions. If you are not, then usually the simple measures can be helpful, such as staying indoors at dusk and dawn when mosquitos are more active. Also, you should use insect repellant whenever you are outside. The products
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We are all a little nervous when we hear about the cases in the news; however, many people who have exposure to West Nile Virus will have no symptoms or mild symptoms. If you are immunocomprimised in any way, then you should take extreme precautions. If you are not, then usually the simple measures can be helpful, such as staying indoors at dusk and dawn when mosquitos are more active. Also, you should use insect repellant whenever you are outside. The products
September: National Healthy Aging Month!
by Kimberly Hays September 11th, 2012 | Health Observance
This September marks the 15th annual celebration of National Healthy Aging Month. It brings to the forefront that all adults 50 and over need to remember to take responsibility in protecting their health, and also keep in mind the positive facets of growing older. Proper screenings are an integral part of staying healthy.
Colonoscopy – It is recommended that everyone over the age of 50 get a colonoscopy every three years. This test can detect early cancers, and although it may sound like a terrible ordeal, the patient is sedated and often does not remember the procedure. Scientific evidence shows
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Colonoscopy – It is recommended that everyone over the age of 50 get a colonoscopy every three years. This test can detect early cancers, and although it may sound like a terrible ordeal, the patient is sedated and often does not remember the procedure. Scientific evidence shows