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Guest blog by sk:n, the specialised skin clinic: 7 Methods to Reduce Wrinkles
As we get older the ageing process begins to make its presence felt in the form of sagging skin, fine lines and wrinkles. Great older skin can be hereditary but it can also be a result of avoiding harmful sun effects, eating well and using good skin care products. We are all aware of the [...]
High doses of vitamin D prevent fractures in older people by: Michael Smith, MedPage Today, 5.07.12
By Michael Smith, North American Correspondent, MedPage Today Published: July 05, 2012 Reviewed by Dori F. Zaleznik, MD; Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School, Boston High doses of vitamin D prevent fractures in older people – as long as they take the substance regularly, researchers reported. In a meta-analysis, oral doses of at [...]
Top 10 Ways to Avoid a Heart Attack by: My Health Today, 4.07.12
Top 10 Ways to Avoid a Heart Attack A heart attack is referred to in the medical arena, as a myocardial infarction. This coronary event follows after the heart muscle has been deprived of oxygen, due a blocked artery or arteries. Many cardiac problems are related to partially blocked coronary arteries that nourish the heart [...]
The Types, Symptoms and Treatment of Bone Cancer by: My Health Today, 29.06.12
The Types, Symptoms and Treatment of Bone Cancer Cancer of the bone or bone cancer is a general term used when cancer cells are seen in the bone. Cancer that begins in the bone is called primary bone cancer. It is found most often in the arms and legs but it can occur in any [...]
Non Surgical Options for back pain By: Dr James Dalfino 18.06.12
Non surgical options for back pain Published : Monday, 18 Jun 2012, 1:42 PM EDT (WTNH) — Dr. James Dalfino uses laser therapy for chronic conditions. Connecticut Disc & Laser Therapy Centers offers non surgical solutions for chronic lower back pain. They use non surgical spinal decompression which actually heals a deteriorating disc. Research shows [...]
Easing Back Pain through Weights, not Aerobics by: My Health Today, 29.06.12
Easing Back Pain through Weights, not Aerobics People who use weight training to ease their lower back pain are better off than those who choose other forms of exercise such as jogging, according to a University of Alberta study. The study, done in conjunction with the University of Regina, showed a 60 per cent improvement [...]
5 Ways to Say “So Long!” to Cellulite by: Lucy Danziger…, on Yahoo Health, 28.06.12
5 Ways to Say “So Long!” to Cellulite By Lucy Danziger and the staff at SELF May 15, 2012 Happier, Healthier You Who says you have to accept your lumps? Ditch the dimples with our surprisingly simple solutions that will leave your skin smooth, firm, and sexy. Pair them with SELF’s free Drop 10 Diet [...]
Eating Fruits and Vegetables May Help You Quit Smoking by: Forbes, 27.06.12
Eating Fruits and Vegetables May Help You Quit Smoking Common culinary fruits. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) The next time you have the urge to smoke, can eating fruits and vegetables actually help cut your nicotine craving? Well, according to new research, smokers who increase their consumption of fruits and vegetables may have a greater chance of [...]
Touch therapy can reduce pain, Nausea in Cancer patients- study by: Setu Health Care, 27.06.12
A new study by the University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center shows that patients reported significant improvement in side effects of cancer treatment following just one Jin Shin Jyutsu session. Jin Shin Jyutsu is an ancient form of touch therapy similar to acupuncture in philosophy. Presented at the 2012 Markey Cancer Center Research Day by [...]
Significant Cardiovascular Risk With Atkins-Style Diets by: Science Daily, 27.06.12
Significant Cardiovascular Risk With Atkins-Style Diets, Experts Warn ScienceDaily (June 27, 2012) — Women who regularly eat a low carbohydrate, high protein diet are at greater risk of cardiovascular disease (such as heart disease and stroke) than those who do not, a study just published on the British Medical Journal website suggests. Although the actual [...]
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