health

Thanksgiving Cranberries Have Amazing Health Benefits

Cheryl Phillips — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:27:22 -0600

Cranberry sauce is typically served with a traditional Thanksgiving Day meal. Giving thanks on this holiday for foods that have great health benefits is a great way of showing our appreciation for foods that look great, are delicious to eat and have health benefits that many people aren't aware of.

Thanksgiving Superfoods for a Healthy Holiday Meal

Cheryl Phillips — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 01:56:36 -0600

From turkey to pumpkin pie, preparations for Thanksgiving day meals are underway all over the country. With just a bit of extra planning, Thanksgiving can be an opportunity to add some great superfoods to the table for all to enjoy while adding some healthy choices to the holiday menu.

Jaeli's Syndrome: Social Media Miracle Saves Baby

Donna Diegel — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 12:36:18 -0500

The power of social media comes through again. Baby #Jaeli of Vermont, has a rare chromosomal disorder and is waiting for a miracle to happen. Bloggers, friends and corporations are Tweeting to raise funds for Baby Jaeli's milk. Will Jaeli get it in time?

New Discoveries Offer Hope for Failing Eyes

Mindy Hartman — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 22:28:07 -0500

The number of Americans with age-related macular degeneration is expected to skyrocket as the U.S. population grows older.

Breast Cancer Rates Drop 2 Percent Annually

Mindy Hartman — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 22:26:31 -0500

Fewer women in the United States are dying from breast cancer, but disparities in death rates still exist according to a new study.

More Adults At Risk Of Heart Disease

Mindy Hartman — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 11:28:42 -0500

Only 7.5 percent of Americans are now in the clear when it comes to heart disease risk factors according to a new study.

Hairstylists can help identify older clients health needs

harminka — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 06:13:44 -0500

Hairstylists may have a unique opportunity to help steer their elderly clients to needed health services, according to a small, exploratory study.

Coffee Linked To Heart And Stroke Risk

Mindy Hartman — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 09:23:25 -0500

People who drink lots of coffee but who don't follow a Mediterranean-style diet are more likely to have heart problems.

Working Out While You Work At Your Desk

Denise Clay — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 06:07:35 -0500

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends we get 30 minutes of moderate to intense exercise 5 days a week. Most of us do not even workout 30 minutes 3 days a week. With today's schedules it seems the only exercises we do is with our fingers on the keyboard. If you are stuck at your desk all day at work there are some simple exercises you can do through out the day they will help you burn calories and make you feel better too.

Weight Gain Tied To Prostate Cancer Risk

Mindy Hartman — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 22:37:19 -0500

Men who gain weight as young adults are at heightened risk of developing prostate cancer according to a new study.

Obama Urges Swine Flu Precautions

Jesse Slome — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 22:22:02 -0500

President Obama ramped up the effort to prepare Americans for the anticipated swine flu pandemic.

Improve Your Life and Reduce Your Death Risk Ranking

Denise Clay — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 21:13:59 -0500

With the launch of the University of Carneige Mellon's death calculator website, you know have a way to find out just what your death risk ranking is on any variable. Say you want to know what the odds of you dying of heart disease are? The death risk calculator can tell you just that. It will not tell you if you will die from heart disease just what your risks are.