Childhood Obesity: Save Your Children By Loving Yourself

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  In a study conducted by researchers at Stanford University School of Medicine, almost 8 years ago,  a bold conclusion was reached. The study reported that “having obese parents is the factor that most increases the likelihood of childhood obesity.”   More recently, The International Obesity Task Force  suggested that … Continue Reading

Vitamin E: A Necessary But Controversial Supplement

VITAMIN E

The American Heart Association recommends obtaining antioxidants, including vitamin E, by eating a well balanced diet high in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains rather than  from supplements. For those unable to receive the benefits of natural foods, however, supplements offer the best alternative. Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin found in … Continue Reading

Considering Your Risk For Kidney Cancer

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The American Cancer Society estimates that more than 58,240 people were diagnosed with kidney cancer (also called Renal Cell Carcinoma) in 2010.   The prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options depend on the following:   The stage of the disease. The patient’s age and general health.   The kidneys are two … Continue Reading

The Health Of The Mature Woman: Part 1- Taking Care Of You

MATURE WOMAN

Like so many mature women, you’ve probably spent most, if not all of your adult life taking care of others. You’ve taken care of your spouse, your children and your home. You may have worked or now work in a “caregiving” profession. Right about now you may be feeling pretty … Continue Reading

Longevity Series #6: How Long Do YOU Want To Live?

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   This brings us to our final strategy for increasing longevity and living our best life possible.  Hopefully you’ve gained some much needed perspective by now and are on your way to living many more years to come!   Like your body’s chemistry, aging is a natural process. While some … Continue Reading

10 Silly Myths About Your Skin

How in the world do you know if the information and advice you get about your skin is true? Skin care product companies are trying to sell you their product… Your friends maybe don’t have a lot of medical knowledge, and are repeating things about skin that are not true… … Continue Reading

The Effect of Vitamin & Mineral Deficiency On Your Stress Level

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  Vitamin and mineral deficiencies interfere with our ability to deal with every day life. These nutrients play an important role when it comes to stress relief, because our bodies need a consistent supply of them to effectively fight stress.    If you’re having trouble concentrating, focusing and don’t seem … Continue Reading

Longevity Series-#5: Are You Still Poisoning Your Body?

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Many people are constantly adding less than healthy substances to their bodies – some deliberately, and some unknowingly – but through ignorance, in every case.   How about you?  See if you find yourself in any of the categories listed here.   1)  Those who deliberately take harmful substances. These … Continue Reading

4 Great Ways To Stay Young, Flexible and Fit

  Who said that old age means you have to be bound to a chair? Becoming or continuing to be an active senior, you are doing more good for your body than most medicines you could be prescribed.   Exercising is good for us at any age. You can start … Continue Reading

Living With Manic or Bipolar Depression

  Manic, or Bipolar depression is considered to be among the worst type of depression from which people suffer. Characterized by sudden and extreme, sometimes erratic, mood changes, these are not just caused by PMS (pre-menstrual syndrome) or stress. Doctors have actually diagnosed mood swings as a common symptom of … Continue Reading