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Health Benefits of Green Tea

2009-07-07T11:05:00.000-07:00

Prevents Cancer – Green tea has often been suspected to aid in the fight against cancer. In 1994 a study was published that showed that green tea actually reduced the risk of esophageal cancer in both Chinese men and women by nearly 60%! The University of Purdue recently finished a study that shows that a specific compound in green tea helps prevent the growth of cancer cells.

Good For Cholesterol – Green tea has been proven to be beneficial for those that have high cholesterol. Research indicates that green tea lowers the total level of cholesterol. Additionally, green tea promotes a better ratio between the good cholesterol (HDL) and the bad cholesterol (LDL).

Green tea may soon be able to cure many other diseases. Green tea has a specific compound in it that clings to cells and protects them from harmful viruses and some diseases. Some research suggests that green tea helps protect against HIV infections. Studies suggest that with more research green tea, or some form of medication that is derived from green tea may be able to cure HIV.

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How to Get Gorgeous Hair

2009-07-06T11:15:00.000-07:00

You are in your living room flipping through a fashion magazine when you realize that all of the models in it have absolutely amazing hair. No fair!!! Even though it's a magazine which could have easily been photo shopped, and the models have professionals do their updos before the shoot, you still wish that their hair could be yours. Yes - it's happened to the best of us women, and even though you may feel hopeless in ever having such radiant locks, there are several tips that will help you on your way to achieving the impossible.

1. Vitamins

Make sure that your body is getting the proper nourishment it needs. What you put into your body affects every part of it - Including your tresses. Vitamin A and E are the best for maintaining a healthy head of hair. Try taking prenatal and hair vitamins like Biotin for best results.

2. Don't go nuts with the hair appliances!!

Even though most of us know that curling irons and flat irons are bad for our hair, we still continue to use them! It's understandable if you want to create the perfect hairstyle, but please try to keep the hot appliance use to a minimum because it causes dryness and breakage with excessive use. Before using appliances, lather a heat protecting cream throughout the hair before using a blow dryer or flat iron.

3. Try washing your hair less

Washing your hair everyday strips it of its natural oils and makes the scalp go into oil production over-drive. This will prevent it from looking and feeling soft and healthy. If you have slightly damaged hair, try using a good quality shampoo or conditioner that is designed to treat dry or damaged hair.

4. Hair Spa

Once a month, put some time into giving your hair a "spa treatment". Start by asking someone to massage a deep hair conditioner into your scalp. This will stimulate the hair follicles and ensure that what grows out of them is moist and strong.

5. Regular Trims

Believe it or not, the best way to keep your hair healthy is to trim it every 4 to 6 weeks. Split and dry ends will actually slow down hair growth, and have an effect on the overall appearance of your locks.

How-to minimize your body odour

2009-07-02T14:04:00.000-07:00

Summer is here, and so is the heat and humidity that makes all a little sweatier than we'd like. If you are suffering with bad body odour, here are some tips to help steer clear of it. -The most obvious method is to bathe daily. The reason our sweat has a weird odour to it is because it mixes with the bacteria on the surface of our skin and reacts to create a foul smell. Because the armpit is a moist dark place, there are a lot of bacteria living there.

- If you are having problems with underarm odour, try washing your armpits with antibacterial soap. - Taking a bath with a cup or so of Epsom salt dissolved in it can also evade body odour. Body odour can be caused by toxins that your body tries to remove. Epsom salt helps eliminate toxins. - Vitamin B complex also helps with odour problems, and taking Zinc can help with sweating problems because it alters the body's sweat glands and sweat production.

- Try rubbing baking soda in your underarms, or purchasing a deodorant with baking soda in it. Baking soda destroys acidic fluid which bacteria strive on. - Be careful about what you eat. Large amounts of things like garlic, curry, and coffee can affect the smell of your body odour making it stronger and more pungent. - If you suffer from food odour, try using a spray deodorant on your feet and in your sandals. If you are wearing shoes and socks, change your socks a couple times a day and put baby powder in your shoes to absorb some of the odour.

Top 5 Causes of Death in America and How to Prevent Them

2009-06-30T10:53:00.000-07:00

Heart disease: 631,636

Heart disease is the number one killer in the United States. However, there are ways to help prevent death from heart disease. Not smoking or using any tobacco products is the first and most obvious way of helping your heart out. Remember to get active. Exercise is a crucial part of keeping a healthy heart. Physical activity helps manage your weight and reduces the chance you will develop other conditions like high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes. Exercise also decrease stress levels, which is a cause of heart disease.

Cancer: 559,888

There are some ways to decrease your likelihood of developing cancer. Again, quitting smoking and not using tobacco products is one of the most crucial ways to cut cancer risks. Makes you really wonder if smoking is really worth it. Make sure to put on sunscreen when going outside to protect from UV rays. Also, remember to eat your fruits and vegetables and to go out and exercise.

Stroke (cerebrovascular diseases): 137,119

Surprise, surprise, quitting smoking is one of the top ways to prevent stroke. Further prevention suggestions are to moderate alcohol consumption, keep an eye on your blood pressure and get it checked at least once a year. Also eating a low fat and low salt diet is important. Remember to always exercise, it really helps in the prevention of a lot of different conditions, stroke included.

Chronic lower respiratory diseases: 124,583

To prevent lower respiratory diseases, quitting smoking is essential. The chemicals you inhale from cigarettes are very damaging to your lungs and the rest of your body. Furthermore, remember to eat a healthy, balanced diet and exercise regularly.

Accidents (unintentional injuries): 121,599

The prevention of accidents isn't as exact as preventing other diseases. To prevent accidents you must always be aware of what's happening around you, and always be conscious of what you are doing.

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The King of Pop, Michael Jackson Dies from a Cardiac Arrest. How to Notice the First Signs of Cardiac Arrest

2009-06-29T11:03:00.000-07:00

Last week the world suffered a tragic blow, the King of Pop, Michael Jackson died at the age of 50. He was, and always will be one of the most influential figures in all of music. Whether or not you believed many of the rumors spread about him in the media, Michael Jackson was a great man who gave back to the world, and truly strived to make a difference. He donated his time, money, and efforts to at least 39 different charities. Sadly, while Jackson was preparing for a comeback tour, his incredible life would be brought to its untimely end by a cardiac arrest.

With the horrible news of Michael Jackson passing, I would like to make sure everyone knows what exactly a cardiac arrest is, and how to notice the warning signs. A cardiac arrest is described as the sudden, abrupt loss of heart function. Death can occur within minutes after symptoms appear, so every second counts. Furthermore, even if the victim is saved, he/she could receive permanent brain damage if left too long without treatment.

There are no available statistics for the number of cardiac arrests that occur each year. Although, it's estimated that about 95% of victims die before reaching the hospital. However, when defibrillation is administered within 5 to 7 minutes, the survival rate of the victim is increased to about 30-45%.

Knowing how to spot a cardiac arrest is one of the most crucial steps to surviving it. During a cardiac arrest the victim loses consciousness, stops normal breathing and loses pulse and blood pressure. If you spot any of these, do not hesitate to call 9-1-1. Those few seconds may be the difference between life and death.

The American Heart Association recommends these three steps in the event of a cardiac arrest.

Know the warning signs of cardiac arrest. During cardiac arrest a victim loses consciousness, stops normal breathing and loses pulse and blood pressure.

Call 9-1-1 immediately to access the emergency medical system if you see any cardiac arrest warning signs.

Give cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to help keep the cardiac arrest victim alive until emergency help arrives. CPR keeps blood and oxygen flowing to the heart and brain until defibrillation can be administered.

Rest in peace Michael, you've earned it.

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Obese Women are the Most Likely to Become Pregnant

2009-06-25T12:24:00.000-07:00

According to Reuters Health Information, a study posted in Diabetes Care has shown that contraceptive use among obese women in North America is only 33% for obese women (BMI 30+). Contraceptive use by this high-risk group is less than the contraceptive use by women without or obesity.

One possible reason for a low contraceptive use amongst obese women is the risks that are associated with birth control use for these groups. Contraceptive shots have been proven to be less effective on obese women due to thicker layers of fat tissue, and a recent study has found that Obese and overweight women have a 70% higher chance of becoming pregnant than women of normal BMI while using oral contraceptives.

A study says that 5 out of 100 overweight women became pregnant in one year while using oral contraceptives containing estrogen and progestin, and only 3 out of 100 women of normal weight became pregnant in one year. The supposed reason for these statistics is that the hormones in birth control pills are soluble in fat; therefore, the majority of the hormones taken by obese women will dissolve before entering the blood stream. In addition, blood clotting in obese women is more common than in women of normal weight, and taking birth control pills could increase risk.

Due to a decrease in efficiency of birth control pills and shots in obese women, many obese women do not use these common forms of contraceptive, and are therefore more likely to become pregnant.

New Video Game Helps Lazy Eye Syndrome

2009-06-23T10:40:00.000-07:00

As time goes on, studies keep showing the benefits of video games. Tel Aviv University's eye and brain specialist Dr. Uri Polat of the Goldschleger Eye Research Institute has recently developed a video game that helps treat Amblyopia. For those that don’t know, amblyopia is more commonly known as lazy eye syndrome.

Roughly four percent of children suffer from lazy eye syndrome. The treatment most commonly used was an eye patch which is applied, sometimes for months at a time in attempts to fix the lazy eye. However, this treatment is not always effective, and wearing an eye patch for months may also significantly harm the child’s self-esteem.

However, the video game developed by Dr. Polat, is designed to correct the activity of the neutrons in the brain. Other specialists who have looked at Dr. Polat’s game say that about 20 hours of playing the video game is worth about 500 hours of wearing the patch. Not only is the video game much more effective, but the harm done to the child’s self-esteem and social life are minimal, if they are even existent.

Furthermore, the video game attempts to correct lazy eye syndrome in adults, which many doctors had previously given up on. Previously, if the problem wasn’t corrected by the age of nine, many doctors believe that the problem may never be corrected. Obviously the development of a treatment that may work in adults is monumental. Not only would the game improve the quality of life for many adults and children, but it would also allow many adults to live safer lives by restoring vision of both eyes.

So, once again it seems that video games have come to the rescue. Maybe someday soon people will realize that video games are not a bad thing. They just need to be monitored by parents. Make sure your children don’t play for too long, but let them play.

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Pills, Patch, or Ring? A Brief Guide to Birth Control

2009-06-22T13:09:00.000-07:00

Birth Control Pills (oral contraceptives)
What:
The average birth control pills usually contain doses of estrogen and progestin.
They come in packs or 21 or 28 pills and are to be taken daily.
The hormones are taken for 21 days, and for 7 days they are either not taken, or placebo pills are taken. During these seven days is when the menstrual period occurs
How:
They inhibit ovulation in females, and create a mucus layer just within the cervix which blocks sperm cells from entering the uterus.
They can be up to 99% effective, depending on if it is taken every day, at around the same time each day.
Pros:
Very efficient
Inexpensive
Can help with acne problems
Can reduce symptoms of PMS
Lighter, shorter periods
Regular periods
Easy to use
Reduces risk of Ovarian and Endometrial cancer
Reversible
Cons:
Does not protect against STI's (Sexually Transmitted Infections)
Possible side effects within the first couple months
Must be taken at the same time everyday
Requires a prescription
Popular Brands of Birth control Pills:
Yasmin, Yaz, Alesse, Cyclen, Tri-Cyclen, Ortho-cept

Birth Control Patch

What:
A thin beige adhesive patch that sticks to the skin (worn on the arm, abdomen, or buttocks) and releases estrogen and progestin.
One patch lasts 7 days, and 3 patches are used in one month.
For one week no patch is used and this results in a menstrual period.
How:
Inhibits fertilization by preventing ovulation
Will thicken the mucus in the cervix
May thin the lining of the uterus
It is 99% effective if the patch does not fall off, and a new patch is replaced within 24 hours.
It is more effective than birth control pills because it does not need to be "taken" everyday.

Pros (Similar to Birth Control Pills):
Can help with acne problems
Can protect against pelvic inflammatory disease and etopic pregnancy
Reduces the risk of endometrial and ovarian cancers
Does not need to be taken everyday
Lighter, shorter, and more regular periods
Reversible
Cons:
Does not protect agasint STI's
Requires a prescription
It can fall off due to loss of adhesiveness
It may be less effective for heavier women
It can cause skin irritation
Slightly more expensive than Birth Control Pills
Popular Brand of a Birth Control Patch:

Ortho-Evra patch

Birth Control Ring
What:
A small flexible ring that is inserted and worn in the vagina for three weeks.
It releases low doses of estrogen and progestin for three weeks, and is removed for 7 days.
For one week no patch is used and this results in a menstrual period.
How:
Inhibits fertilization by preventing ovulation
Will thicken the mucus in the cervix
may thin the lining of the uterus
As effective as the birth control pill, possibly more effective because it does not require daily consumption, like the pill.
Pros:
Can reduce symptoms of PMS
Can help with acne problems
Can protect against pelvic inflammatory disease and etopic pregnancy
Reduces the risk of endometrial and ovarian cancers
Lighter, shorter, more regular periods
Does not need to be taken every day, only taken out replaced every month
Reversible
Cons:
Requires a prescription
May fall out
May cause a yeast infection
Does not protect against STI's
More expensive than birth control pills and patches
Popular Brand of Contraceptive Ring:
NuvaRing
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5 Reasons Why an Apple a Day Will Keep Many Doctors Away

2009-06-18T17:34:00.000-07:00

Almost everyone has heard of the expression, "an apple a day keeps the doctor away." However, if you are anything like me, you must have wondered why an apple keeps the doctor away. Well I intend to give you a few reasons why an apple a day won’t just keep one doctor away, but many.

1. Prevents many types of cancer. Apples help prevent cancer of the lung, breast, colon, and liver. A study of 10,000 people showed that those who ate the most apples cut their risk of lung cancer in half. Cornell University conducted a study using rats. Those that ate 1 apple a day reduced the risk of breast cancer by 17%, while those that had 3 reduced their risk by 39%, and those that ate 6 apples per day further cut their risk of breast cancer by 44%. A study showed that rats that were fed an extract from apples skins had a 43% lower risk of colon cancer, the second leading cause of death from cancer. Additionally, the rats that were fed extract from apple skins had a 57% lower risk of liver cancer.

2. Bone Protection. Researchers from France discovered that phloridzin, a flavanoid found only in apples may protect post-menopausal women from osteoporosis and may increase bone density. Boron, also found in apples helps strengthen bones as well.

3. Helps manage diabetes. Pectin, which is found in apples, gives galacturonic acid to the body. This lowers the body's need for insulin and in turn, this may be able to aid in the management of diabetes.

4. Helps protect against Alzheimer's. A study conducted on rats at Cornell University found that a potent antioxidant found abundantly in apples appears to protect the brain cells against oxidative stress. This oxidative stress is a tissue-damaging process that is linked to Alzheimer's and other neurodegenerative disorders.

5. Lowers cholesterol. The pectin found in apples lowers LDL, or the "bad" cholesterol. Eating two apples a day may actually lower cholesterol by 16%! Additionally, apples may reduce skin disease.

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60% of Bankruptcies Are Caused By Medical Bills

2009-06-16T17:43:00.000-07:00

Getting help is not as easy as it used to be. A recent study showed that roughly 60% of all bankruptcies in America are due to medical bills. This is an increase of 50% in just six years. And what's worse is that for the middle class, medical insurance offers little protection, if any at all.

The study found that 75% of the bankrupt families actually had medical insurance. However, the medical debts were too costly. The research team, consisting of Harvard Law School, Harvard Medical School, and Ohio University, reported that, "Using a conservative definition, 62.1 percent of all bankruptcies in 2007 were medical; 92 percent of these medical debtors had medical debts over $5,000, or 10 percent of pretax family income. Most medical debtors were well-educated, owned homes and had middle-class occupations."

The study surveyed 2,134 random families that filed for bankruptcy between January and April, 2007, BEFORE the recession began. Only 29% of the families blamed their bankruptcy on the medical bills, 62% had medical bills that were equivalent or greater than 10% of the family income.

Obviously something needs to be done here. Many middle class Americans are being thrown into bankruptcy when they are most in need of help. The United States Government, headed by President Obama, is beginning its reform of the current healthcare system. While it will obviously take some tweaking before the new system will be perfected it is needed. Currently, the U.S healthcare system leaves 15% of the American population (about 46 million people if you didn't know), without healthcare insurance. 46 million people without any coverage whatsoever.

What is more appalling is that the costs of the medical bills for nonstroke neurological illnesses, such as multiple sclerosis (MS) are as high as $34,167. MS is followed by diabetes ($26,971), injuries ($25,096), stroke ($23,380), mental illnesses ($23,178), and heart disease ($21,955).

It is clear that something needs to be done, and President Obama also recognizes that some sort of change will be needed. The immense job of reforming the current healthcare system is in his hands, and hopefully he is up to the task. He promised change, but let's see if he can change things for the better.

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Are Jon and Kate Causing Harm to Their Children in Exchange for Fame?

2009-06-02T17:38:00.000-07:00

Jon & Kate Plus 8," which follows the lives of Jon, Kate and their eight children (twin girls, and sextuplets). The show has been a hit with the American audience, pulling millions of viewers to watch the show every episode, but is there a potential danger to the children? (Picture from www.examiner.com)

"I don't really care whether Jon has been faithful to Kate or not. My question about him and his wife is about how they can justify turning their kids' lives into entertainment, with unknown, possibly severe, psychological fallout.

No one knows the precise psychological impact of having parents who are "acting" like parents for the cameras or having producers around who are hoping for high drama, but the impact could be significant and negative... How does one of the children decide to drop out of the series? If he or she did, would that child risk losing parental attention and love? Who has the moral right to decide that another human being's life story will be played for television audiences?" –Excerpt from Fox News Health Blog

I myself have always wondered if Jon and Kate ever really considered what they could be doing to their children, what kind of horrible psychological trauma they are causing to the kids. There are many child stars that have experienced many problems because of their early fame. Jack Osbourne, son of rocker Ozzy Osbourne, was part of the hit reality show based around his family, appropriately name "The Osbournes." The show won an Emmy in 2002 and opened many doors for Jack, but not all of them were good. Jack Osbourne began partying and became addicted to many drugs. He even attempted to kill himself using alcohol and drugs, followed by cutting his hands with shards of glass.

Obviously, Jon and Kate should perhaps re-assess their decision and put their children's health before their own fame.

Take One Step Back

2009-05-28T17:06:00.000-07:00

Some of us may recall a time when we relied on the advice of our parents to get us through childhood. More specifically, the advice that told us we must "step back and walk away" from bullies and our problems. Well apparently Mum knew better than we thought, because recent studies have proven that walking backwards increases and sharpens our thinking.

Walking and running backwards is already a huge phenomenon in Japan. They believe that running backwards burns more calories than running forward, and is better on the knee joints. Others are more cautious about being in reverse, and choose to stretch backwards instead. Many of the Japanese believe that stretching backwards (standing straight and reaching your arms above your head and behind you, instead of touching your toes) will keep your spine straight and prolongs life. Even if the Japanese methods have yet to be approved, researchers in the Netherlands have found evidence that the trend may be beneficial after all.

Forget putting your foot down during conflict or problems, just step back. According to Severine Koch, PhD, Radboud University, Netherlands, "Whenever you encounter a difficult situation, stepping backward may boost your capability to deal with it effectively,". Koch and colleagues were interested in the mental effects of approach, versus avoidance, they hypothesized that the brain is usually more alert when it is defense mode (avoidance mode), so they set to work in researching their theory.

A group of students were asked to read a color word that sometimes printed in matching ink (example - the word "green" printed in green ink.) They were asked to read the color of the ink while stepping forwards, backwards, and sideways. It was easy when the color of the ink matched the word, but when they became more difficult, (example - the word "black" was written in blue ink) and the students had to recite the color of the ink while stepping forwards, backwards, and sideways, the reaction time of those stepping backwards was the quickest. "Backward locomotion appears to be a very powerful trigger to mobilize cognitive resource", Koch and colleagues wrote after discovering that the reaction time for those stepping backwards was much greater than those stepping in other directions.

Next time you are faced with a problem, don't stand your ground - back up! The solution may be behind you.

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Is Texting Causing More Problems Than Just Sore Thumbs?

2009-05-25T18:07:00.000-07:00

Texting has become more and more popular among adolescence these days. Kids often text during class while their teacher is giving them a lesson, or at night when they should be asleep. But is all this texting causing a greater risk than the occasional thumb cramp? Yes.

In the fourth quarter of 2008, American teenagers were sending out an average of 2272 text messages per month, almost 80 messages a day, more than double the number of text messages from a year earlier. This significant increase in texting is leading many experts to suggest that such frequent texting causes anxiety, distraction in school, falling grades, repetitive stress injury and sleep deprivation.

I have known kids that go to school and say they text all the time during class because their teachers are “boring.” Maybe if they actually tried to pay attention to the lesson they might find it more interesting. Instead, I have witnessed these former honor roll students that would be talked about for hours by their parents, turn into these slacker kids that barely pass their classes.

Additionally, psychiatrists suggest that due to late night texting many teenagers will develop sleep deprivation. This age group has already been found very common to develop sleep deprivation and texting will certainly not help them.

However, texting does provide some positives. For example, connectedness is one of these positive outcomes to texting. It allows many people to communicate and stay in touch with each other while being separated for varying lengths of time. This strengthens bonds between friends and promotes companionship.

Perhaps, adults and teenagers can come to some sort of compromise. A plan of sorts, that allows teenagers to have their cell phones and texting privileges, but not during school, or late at night during the week. This would hopefully raise the grades of the teenagers, but still allow them to feel as if they are not being punished. As for the “cell phone curfew,” this is to allow the teen to obtain adequate rest.

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America, Depressed and Troubled

2009-05-21T17:04:00.000-07:00

Depression is an illness that is plaguing more and more people each year, even I can say that I have a few friends and loved ones that suffer from depression. Depression can be caused by many different things. You could have lost your job, had an argument with someone, broken up with your significant other, had a family member pass away. Many people describe depression as a black curtain falling over everything, leaving them without energy and making it difficult to concentrate, or causing the person to become quite irritable. Yet, many people do not seek help when they need it, even though treatment is proven to help.

In a blog I was reading earlier today I stumbled upon a woman named Susan, at http://his-hers.ozzieblackcat.com who described in a blog called "Impersonal and Disconnected" about some of the things that trigger her depression, and things that help her get through depression. Susan says, "When I feel disconnected from someone I love then I feel sad and sometimes depressed... I hope you let those you love know how much they mean to you. Try to interact on a personal level so they don't feel disconnected. If you are fortunate, those you love will be making these efforts toward you as well."

I found this quite moving due to the fact that most people take anti-depressants, or seek therapy, but this women simply asks for the love and support of those she loves. Now don’t get me wrong, I am in no way smashing anti-depressants or therapy because they definitely do help with depression, but if people suffering from depression could focus on the love they receive from someone like a parent, sibling, friend, or anyone else, perhaps more people would be able to conquer their own depression.

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Women More at Risk from Smoking

2009-05-19T17:49:00.000-07:00

By now, almost everyone should know the effects that smoking causes to a persons health. However, a recent study shows that smoking actually causes more harm to women. Women who smoke cigarettes were shown to develop lung disease earlier than males who smoke.

The study looked at 954 current and past smokers who had chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The findings showed that women, who are younger than 60 with COPD had worse lung function than men their age. Additionally, women who are classified as light-smokers had developed more severe disease than males who are light-smokers.

If you are sitting there thinking that just because you only have a couple of cigarettes a day means you will be fine, you are very sadly mistaken. The low-exposure group in the study discovered that half of the women in the group with severe COPD.

Smoking causes many other negative effects to the body, like cancer, or increased risk of diabetes. Most of us know that smoking isn’t the best thing for our bodies, but at the same time trying to quit may be one of the hardest things to do for some people. One way that may be successful for many is to find a reason to quit.

Some people may know that they could get lung cancer, but may not consider quitting until they see, with their own eyes what lung cancer can do. These people need visual aids to aid them in kicking the habit. Other people need to see what their habit is doing to those around them. These people need to know what their smoking can do to their family, their pets.

For those that still have trouble quitting there are many products that can help, from gum to patches, even inhalers. Try and take a minute to think about what you are doing to those you care about.

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Do Coffee Drinkers Have a Lower Risk of Dementia?

2009-05-14T17:37:00.000-07:00

If you are anything like me you have to have that cup of coffee in the morning. Until I bought a coffee machine with one of those nifty built in timers, that pre-programs the machine to start at a specific time, mornings were not exactly my favorite time of the day. I would have to force my self from under the blanket and crawl on my hands and knees, just barely reaching the coffee machine in time. However, my fellow coffee lovers there may be more good news to these morning cravings.

In a study based in Finland, researches were able to determine that drinking coffee can lower the risk of getting dementia. Dementia is a problem in the brain that causes a person to have a more difficult time remembering, learning and communicating. Additionally, it can change a person's mood and personality. At first, memory loss and trouble thinking clearly may bother the person who has dementia. Later, disruptive behavior and other problems may begin. Furthermore, a person who has dementia may not be aware of these problems.

There were a total of 1049 people that participated in this study during an average of a 21 year period. The volunteers were organized into three different groups based on daily coffee consumption, low (0-2 cups), moderate (3-5 cups), and high (over 5 cups). Those that drank between 3 and 5 cups of coffee daily were found to have a 65 percent less likely to develop dementia when compared to those that drank only 2 cups or less. Those in the over 5 cup category also had lower chances to develop dementia however, researches say that there were not enough in the “high” category to confirm the results.

The wonderful effects of coffee don’t stop here either. Coffee, which I seem to remember stealing from my mother when I was about 4 years of age, appears to prevent or lower the risk of many other health problems. These consist of diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, and colon cancer. Additionally, coffee can lighten your mood, relieve headache’s, and even fight cavities. Now all this writing on my drink of choice has made me thirsty, off to the kitchen I go.

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How Dance Can Help Your Health

2009-05-13T17:48:00.000-07:00

Trying to get into shape isn't always the easiest thing to do. You have probably tried sports like football, hockey, soccer, and many others, but simply find you're no good, or are constantly getting injured. You could always go out for a nice jog, or hit the gym. This might be entertaining for a short period of time, but soon the novelty wears off and you grow bored. You've tried everything else so why not try dance?

Dance provides a fun and entertaining way of becoming physically active, while at the same time, given you've stretched and warmed up properly, is a relatively safe way to get some exercise.

Some people will tell you "dance isn't a sport!" These people clearly do not realize all the things dance does for your body. Depending on the type of dance and your body weight, you could be burning anywhere between 300-500 calories an hour. For those that do not know, a downhill skier that weighs 155lbs, burns 422 calories an hour for moderate effort. If dance isn't a sport you might as well stop calling skiing, basketball, football, soccer, baseball, and swimming sports.

Dance has many, many benefits that include,
Flexibility- Most dancers stretch before participating in a routine, or practicing. Most dances require the dancer to be able to move many of their muscles in all different ways; this obviously leads to increased flexibility in just about every part of your body.
Bone Strength- As you are moving during a routine the bones in your legs are strengthened which helps slow down bone loss, combined with medication, you may be able to fight off Osteoporosis.
Balance- Dance requires an extreme amount of balance, so if you find yourself on the ground more than on your feet, dance will help improve your sense of balance.
Helps Relieve Stress- Dancing, especially with a partner or group can relieve a great deal of stress. Not only do you get to workout and express yourself, but you can socialize with those around you and have good time.

Dance promotes many health benefits and should seriously be considered by many people. It is a way to express yourself, relieve stress, and get some exercise, all while fighting off things like osteoporosis, and many other bone and muscle related pain. However, always know the limit at which you can push your body, the importance of dance is to have fun, so try not to pull a muscle.

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Why Should I Take Multivitamins?

2009-05-12T16:55:00.000-07:00

Kudos to those who are devoted multivitamin consumers, and to those who are not – it might do you well to consider slotting them into your daily routine.

A multivitamin is a supplement intended to improve your diet via providing you with the essential vitamins and minerals needed by the body to stay healthy. They are not only needed and used by those with dietary imbalances or specific dietary needs, but by those who are appreciative of their overall well-being… and also the rest of us, who neglect the importance of eating natural food that takes longer than 5 microwave-minutes to prepare.

It has been reported that those who take multivitamins daily noticed a positive change in their overall health. Specific vitamins and minerals allow us to benefit in different ways. A balanced daily intake of vitamins and minerals ensures overall stability for your body. In our highly demanding lifestyles, there are many things that hinder our ability to relax and cause stress. Although almost all vitamins have the uncanny ability to combat stress, vitamin B12 is proven to be the most effective in reducing stress. Vitamin B12 helps your body produce serotonin, (a feel-good chemical) that travels directly to the brain.

Multivitamins usually contain a number of fundamental vitamins such as vitamin A, C, D, E, K and B12. These vitamins are the basis of good health and if our body were to have a major deficiency of any of them, the effects would be quickly recognized. Some multivitamins also contain minerals such as calcium, iron, zinc, and magnesium, which all do their part in ensuring optimum physical and mental vitality. Taking a daily multivitamin is a small contribution to the body that anyone can benefit from.

Watch Out!! – Some multivitamin formulas can contain "tag-along" ingredients picked up from the manufacturing plant that may not be the most favorable products to be taking regularly. Make sure to research and choose a reputable multivitamin like Centrum, VitaVim, Maltlevol (liquid), or One-A-Day (men’s or women’s), which were found to be free of extra ingredients. If you are pregnant, on prescription medicine, or just don't know what vitamins are best for your body, seek advice from your healthcare professional.

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People Should Avoid 'Swine Flu Parties'

2009-05-11T15:54:00.000-07:00

Many people across the United States have attempted to organize "Swine flu parties," in which people gather in order to contract the virus. The belief behind self-infecting oneself is that if a person gets the virus now, which has in the United States appeared to be milder than the cases in neighbor country, Mexico, then you may become less likely to contract a more deadly second wave of the virus.

As some patients inquire about the notion of Swine Flu Parties, CanDrugStore recommends that people avoid them. Many health officials are saying that at this time attending "Swine flu parties" to purposely catch the virus is a "big mistake." Richard Besser, acting director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), has gone on to say that, "[Swine Influenza] is a new, emerging infection, and we're learning more about it each day," he adds to this by saying that, "It's a big mistake putting individuals and children at risk, and the CDC does not recommend that people follow that course."

The idea for this originates from a combination of chickenpox parties and the belief that in 1918, people infected in the first wave of the influenza were less likely to become infected in the later waves; however, there is little evidence to support this.

Most health officials recommend following preventative measures that included, washing your hands, getting adequate sleep, eating a healthy diet, exercising, and avoiding sick people or those that may be sick.

However, if you are to develop symptoms, go see a doctor. If test results come back positive for the Swine flu, the CDC recommends Oseltamivir, known better by brand name Tamiflu. Many online pharmacies such as, CanDrugStore.com, sell Tamiflu, which has been high in demand since the outbreak of Swine Flu. Tamiflu is recommended for the treatment and/or prevention of infection with swine influenza viruses, and is safe in most people ages 1 and older.

For more information on how to protect yourself from the flu, take a look at '7 Ways to Prevent the Flu' on YouTube.

Canada has some of the strictest pharmaceutical standards in the world. In addition to patients saving up to 70% with CIPA-certified international pharmacies, they can also feel confident knowing that they are receiving medications that are 100% safe. (Confirmed cases of Swine Influenza as of, May 11, 2009)

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7 Ways to Prevent the Flu

2009-05-06T13:33:00.001-07:00

Checkout this video which shows 7 ways to protect yourself from getting the Flu. These are great tips for the typical flu, but they may also help to prevent catching the Swine Flu. Take a look now so that you can stay healthy. CanDrugstore.com, a Canadian Internet-based pharmacy intermediary (license #BC X23), offers low cost, long-term prescription drugs. A professionally registered pharmacist fills all Canadian prescriptions. A certified member of the Canadian International Pharmacy Association, CanDrugstore.com is ranked as one of the best Canadian pharmacies online by PharmacyChecker.com.

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5 Ways to Protect Yourself from the Flu

2009-05-04T17:10:00.000-07:00

With the outbreak of the H1N1 virus (Swine Flu), many people have grown increasingly worried about catching the virus, which has been confirmed in 279 people and resulting in 1 death. The virus has caused an incredulous spike in hand sanitizer sales. Businesses are running out of many brands of hand sanitizers and many producers of the product are trying to keep up with the demand.

With so many people relying on hand sanitizers, one has to ask why? Well, for starters they are portable and very convenient to use fitting in most bags and purses. They help prevent the spread of germs and bacteria that could lead to infections or illness, such as the flu. Furthermore, most hand sanitizers include certain ingredients that help to prevent skin dryness and irritation cause by the alcohol in the product.

However, some people still are not clear or are unaware of the limitations of hand sanitizers. Whenever you go to buy hand sanitizer always look at the concentration of alcohol to make sure it is somewhere between 60-95 percent. Any lower than 60 and the product will not be effective enough to prevent the spread of germs and bacteria. Hand sanitizers are not soap and water, they are meant to be used with soap and water or only if soap and water cannot be found. Dirt and any other kinds of grime are not washed away by hand sanitizer and need to be wiped away.

There are, however, other preventative measures you can take to avoid catching or transferring the flu.

1. Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
2. Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also effective.
3. Try to avoid close contact with sick people.
4. If you get the flu, CDC recommends that you stay home from work or school and limit contact with others to keep from infecting them.
5. Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread this way.

Though hand sanitizers are a good idea to have with you and use regularly, try not to rely on them and always wash your hands with soap and water whenever you can.

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Swine Flu Claims First U.S Victim

2009-04-29T17:19:00.000-07:00

The Swine Influenza has now officially claimed its first victim from the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), has posted in the 11:00AM ET update on April 29, 2009, that there has been the first confirmed death caused by Swine flu in the United States. Of the 91 laboratory confirmed cases, a 23-month-old child from Texas has become the first unfortunate victim.

Officials are surprised however, of how mild most of the cases have been outside of Mexico. With over 159 people dead from the effects of the Swine Flu in Mexico, many wonder why U.S citizens have experienced much more mild symptoms. As of now, many confirmed cases in the United States and elsewhere have not required hospitalization from the effects caused by Swine Flu. However, authorities are preparing for what now seems like an inevitable pandemic, with the CDC raising the flu threat level to 5, only a single level below a full-scale pandemic.

With the inevitability, or so it seems of a global pandemic, U.S vaccine producers have had to switch into a higher gear. The plan for now seems to be that vaccine producers hope to develop and manufacture a large enough supply of Swine flu vaccine for every American citizen by September.

What Is The Significance Of Swine Flu Reaching Threat Level 5?

For those who do not understand the significance of the threat level of the Swine flu being raised to level 5 allow me to give an explanation. There are a total of 6 levels for the virus to reach pandemic level. With the Swine flu at level 5 it needs only to reach level 6 to become a full-scale pandemic. Level 5 is also considered the start of the Emergency Response level, with training increasing implementation. For an example of what a pandemic could me we only have to look back to 1918-1919, when the most severe influenza of the 20th century emerged and killed an estimated 40-50 million people globally.

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Travelers Beware of Swine Flu

2009-04-27T17:11:00.000-07:00

Many people traveling to or from Mexico have become increasingly worried as the Swine Flu outbreak intensifies, with the World Health Organization (WHO) raising the influenza pandemic alert level to 4 on April 27, 2009. In a statement made by WHO director-general Dr. Margaret Chan described the increase to the level of alertness as being "based primarily on epidemiological data demonstrating human-to-human transmission and the ability of the virus to cause community-level outbreaks." Additionally the director-general consider that, given the widespread presence of the virus, "containment of the outbreak is not feasible."

Swine Influenza (swine flu) is a respiratory disease of pigs caused by type A influenza viruses that causes regular outbreaks in pigs. Swine flu can be spread much like a regular seasonal flu such as, the coughing or sneezing of an infected person. Symptoms of Swine flu include fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. Some people have reported diarrhea and vomiting associated with swine flu. These symptoms are very similar to those of the regular seasonal flu however, Swine flu may cause potentially fatal cases of pneumonia and respiratory failure so please consult your doctor immediately.

Swine Flu Prevention

The Centers for disease control and prevention (CDC) recommends the use of oseltamivir and zanamivir for the treatment and/or prevention of infection with swine influenza viruses. Oseltamivir, or by its brand name Tamiflu is approved to both treat and prevent influenza A and B virus infection in people one year of age and older.

Additional ways to prevent the transmission of Swine Flu

Remember to always wash your hands, and wash them properly. First get your hands wet with clean running water and apply soap. If possible try to use warm water. Make sure to scrub all surfaces of your hand. Keep rubbing your hands for an additionally 20 seconds. Rinse your hands and dry your hands using paper towel or an air dryer. If you are able try to use the paper towel to turn off the tap.
Be physically active
Get lots of sleep
Drink plenty of fluids and eat a balanced diet

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New Polypill May Cut Heart Disease Risk in Half According to Study

2009-03-31T15:36:00.000-07:00

Researchers have found that a combination of four generic drugs along with house hold aspirin can half the risk of heart disease in middle-aged people.

The multi pill combination or 'polypill' appears to be a cheap and affective way to address heart disease according to the American College of Cardiology. Essentially, the pill combines cholesterol lowering medicine (referred to as a statin) house hold aspirin, and three other blood pressure drugs.

This may be considered a monumental breakthrough considering heart disease is the primary cause of death globally. According to the World Health Organization, heart disease accounts for one in three deaths each year world wide.

"Before this study, there were no data about whether it was even possible to put five active ingredients into a single pill," says McMaster University's Samily Yusuf. He also stated: "We found that it works... It could revolutionize heart disease prevention as we know it."

That being said, it is still vital for a person to maintain a healthy lifestyle and to continue efforts to prevent or treat heart disease. While the pill may be extremely useful in the effort to combat heart disease, it is a treats heart disease but not prevent it so a healthy lifestyle is still important.

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Repronex is now available at CanDrugStore!

2009-03-26T15:09:00.000-07:00

What is Repronex used for?

Repronex is used to treat women with infertility conditions. It is a combination of follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) that stimulates the females ovaries to produce eggs. Doctors usually prescribe Repronex with Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG) a hormone that causes ovulation, when the egg is released.

What do I need to tell my doctor before using Repronex?

Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or have an enlarged ovary or ovarian failure, planned to become pregnant or are breast feeding. Also, inform your doctor if you have uncontrolled thyroid or adrenal gland problems, bleeding problems including undiagnosed abnormal uterine bleeding or hemorrhage, abnormal growth in the reproductive system or in the brain (eg.Pituitary gland tumor), and kidney or liver problems. Lastly, make sure you tell your doctor if you are allergic to medicines, foods, or other substances, and any prescription or non-prescription medication, herbal preparation or dietary supplements that you are currently taking.

What do I need to know before taking Repronex?

Repronex may cause dizziness. Do not operate vehicles or any machinery that could be dangerous.
Do not reuse needles, syringes, or any other materials used to prepare Repronex. Dispose all materials properly after use.
When using Repronex, pregnancy with multiple fetuses may be possible (for example twins, triplets, etc).
Before your doctor prescribes you Repronex, thorough evaluation will take place to confirm you are not pregnant. Do not use Repronex if you are or will become pregnant. Contact your doctor if you suspect that you could be pregnant.
It is not known if Repronex is excreted in breast milk. Check with your doctor to discuss the risks to your baby if you are breasfeeding.
Lab tests are important, make sure you keep all appointments to monitor hormone levels and to test if you are pregnant.
Elderly using Repronex may be more sensitive to its effects. Use with caution.
Safety and effectiveness of Repronex in children has not been confirmed, It is not recommended for use in children.
Keep away from children and pets.

How do I take Repronex?

Read the label or any materials that came with the medication. Use Repronex exactly as prescribed by your doctor because the dosage and duration of use depends on patient situation. Make sure a health care professional shows you how to use the medication properly. At your doctor's office, hospital, clinic, or at home, carefully inject Repronex either under the skin (subcutaneously) or into a muscle (intramuscularly). Do not use if vial is cracked, damaged, or the medication is discolored or contains particles. Wash your hands before and after the preparation of medication. Prepare Repronex by drawing up diluent into a syringe. Then push the syringe plunger into the powder. Slowly rotate the container to mix the solution. Do not shake. Using a different syringe or needle for the injection, draw up the solution, be sure all air bubbles are tapped out of the syringe. Wipe the injection area with an alcohol swab and inject needle through the skin. Once the syringe is in place before medication is injected, pull back on the syringe plunger to make sure the needle is not in a vein (syringe will fill with blood if needle is in vein). If syringe is in vein, remove and discard syringe immediately. Begin preparation again using new materials. Use the medication immediately once it is prepared. Throw away any unused materials. If necessary, cover injected area with a small bandage.

Store Repronex at room temperature between 3-25 degrees celsius. Keep away from light.

What are the side effects for Repronex?

Contact your doctor right away if you experience any of these severe side effects:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue)
Abdominal bloating
Changes in speech or vision
Chest pain
Decreased urination
Diarrhea
Fast heartbeat
Nausea
One-sided weakness
Severe abdominal pain
Severe headache
Shortness of breath
Sudden leg pain
Vomiting
Weakness
Weight gain
Yellowing of the skin or eyes.

Contact your doctor if the following common side effects persists or becomes bothersome:

Abdominal pain
Back pain
Breast enlargement
Chills
Dizziness
Fever
Flu-like symptoms
Flushing
General body discomfort
Headache
Menstrual changes
Muscle or joint pain
Pain or rash at the injection site.

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