“If you always do what you’ve always done, you’ll always get what you’ve always got.†This insightful quote relates perfectly to relationships, especially romantic relationships. Do you always pick the man who is a confirmed bachelor, hoping you will be special enough to finally convince him that he should marry? Or do you find yourself attracted to elusive women, those who seem interested one moment, then as cold as ice the next? If you’ve just gotten out of another bad relationship, take a step back to analyze whether you have a tendency to repeat mistakes concerning partner choices.
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Colonoscopy
by Dean Heller MD March 23rd, 2012 | Ask the Doctor
I am 55 and just saw a new primary care doctor. He seems to be very smart, but is very aggressive and wants me to get a number of tests done. I have no symptoms, and feel good, so I don't want to overdo it with tests. I don't mind the blood tests, but he also did recommend a colonoscopy. He said that everyone my age should have one. Is this guy too aggressive, or should I listen to him?
It sounds like you have a very good new doctor. A screening colonoscopy is recommended to everyone in your age group (even younger if you
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It sounds like you have a very good new doctor. A screening colonoscopy is recommended to everyone in your age group (even younger if you
Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder
by Mackenzie M. March 22nd, 2012 | Mental Health
While having a conversation about psychology with an older friend, a new disorder was mentioned that most people have never heard of, but are extraordinarily familiar with. Everyone knows those people who are aggressive about making sure that their lives are perfect in every way. Well, to the surprise of many, that is actually a defined psychological disorder known as Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder. Not to be confused with obsessive-compulsive disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder can be just as devastating, but is also just as treatable.
Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder is characterized as a person believing that the way that they do things
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Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder is characterized as a person believing that the way that they do things
Heart-friendly Foods for Nutrition Month
by Jessica B. March 20th, 2012 | Health Observance
In a recent study published in the Archive Journal for Internal Medicine, Harvard scientists presented the results of a study that found consuming red meat on a regular basis was not ideal for heart health, and it even led to an increased chance for cancer.
So what are the ideal foods for your heart? What can you eat more of to make sure you are eating healthy for the long term?
Nuts:
The study showed that people who consume nuts as a key source of protein had a 20% reduced mortality rate. Not to mention, nuts are pretty tasty. So which ones
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So what are the ideal foods for your heart? What can you eat more of to make sure you are eating healthy for the long term?
Nuts:
The study showed that people who consume nuts as a key source of protein had a 20% reduced mortality rate. Not to mention, nuts are pretty tasty. So which ones
Type 2 Diabetes
by Editorial Team March 16th, 2012 | Diseases
According to the CDC, 90-95% percent of diabetics have type 2 diabetes. Some of the risk factors for type 2 diabetes include obesity, inactive lifestyle, family history, and gestational diabetes. For some of the risks, such as obesity and inactivity, changes can be made to one's lifestyle in order to reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Unfortunately, a personal history of gestational diabetes and/or a family history of type 2 diabetes cannot be avoided.
While it is crucial to live a healthy lifestyle to reduce the likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes, it also is important to
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While it is crucial to live a healthy lifestyle to reduce the likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes, it also is important to