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- Can talk therapy treat your mental health? - by Submitted on May 19, 2016 from Victor MarchioneTalk therapy has been found to be an effective form of treatment for mental health as well as treating mental disorders such as schizophrenia. A recent study revealed that over two million people in America have a diagnosis of schizophrenia and primary treatment involves the use of medications. ...
Views: 785 - Can this essential mineral help your blood pressure? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2015 from Victor MarchioneHigh blood pressure, or hypertension, is when the pressure of blood flow pushes against veins. High blood pressure can contribute to other major heart events and even stroke. High blood pressure can be symptomless and if not monitored will only reveal itself through a major heart event. This is ...
Views: 899 - Can You Eat Eggplant Raw? - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2017 from Victor MarchioneEggplant is also known as aubergine, and it belongs to the Solanaceae family of the plant kingdom. Other veggies in this family include potato, tomato, and peppers, which are considered nightshade vegetables. Most of these veggies, except for tomatoes, are usually cooked before eating, and ...
Views: 924 - Can You Eat Raw Bacon? - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2017 from Victor MarchioneBacon comes from salted and cured loin cuts that run along the back. It is juicy, has a tender texture, and is cured with a large amount of salt or brine. Bacon is cured like deli ham. You can eat deli ham, so can you eat raw bacon? No, you cannot and you shouldn’t even try. Eating raw or ...
Views: 836 - Can You Eat Salmon Skin? Nutrition Facts and Health Benefits (+2 Easy Recipes) - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2017 from Victor MarchioneSalmon skin has a rubbery texture, so people prefer to leave it behind on their plate rather than eat it.Eating salmon skin is as healthy as eating the fish itself. However, since the skin tastes unpleasant and is rubbery and moist, you have to cook it the right way to enjoy this delicacy. But, ...
Views: 1062 - Cancer treatment could improve with simple blood test - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2015 from Victor MarchioneA blood test could now improve cancer treatment by pairing patients with the best form of treatment based on their results. The blood test was developed by UK researchers and could not only improve treatment, but better track tumors as well. The blood test would be utilized throughout a ...
Views: 768 - Carbs in Sweet Potato vs White Potato: Is Sweet Potato Healthier? - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2017 from Victor MarchioneSweet potatoes have been growing in popularity over the past five years, and now, virtually every restaurant menu offers them as an alternative to regular French fries. But finding a baked sweet potato alongside a white baked potato hasn’t happened quite yet. Maybe someday soon. Many are ...
Views: 976 - Carpal tunnel syndrome: Facts and prevention - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2015 from Victor MarchioneCarpal tunnel syndrome: Facts and prevention What was once only available in certain industries now appear to be everywhere. And if you didn’t know how to use one at first you very well better amp up your skills. What exactly are we talking about? Well computers of course! From desktops, to ...
Views: 835 - Carrot Juicing: 15 Benefits of Carrot Juice - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2017 from Victor MarchioneJuicing is a health trend that has stood the test of time, most likely because it is an easy and fast way to supplement your diet with much needed vitamins and minerals. Carrot juice, especially, is a delicious way to add some nutrition to your daily diet, and enjoying a glass of the orange ...
Views: 645 - Cashews: Handful (or two) a day keeps the doctor away - by Submitted on May 22, 2015 from Victor MarchioneNuts are certainly having a moment! All the enthusiasm comes from an onslaught of studies over the past decade showing nuts are no longer just snacks for baseball games – nuts are bona fide health food. Their most salient effect is heart attack prevention, and some studies suggest they help ...
Views: 2278 - Causes and symptoms of Tightness in chest - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2016 from Victor MarchioneTightness in chest can be a discomforting sensation experienced between the upper abdomen and the neck. Chest tightness can occur at any age and can be a sign of a serious health problem. More often than not, chest tightness is a sign of a cardiovascular event or issue such as heart attack or ...
Views: 892 - Causes of irritable bladder: Symptoms, treatment, and home remedies - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2017 from Victor MarchioneIrritable bladder is a term used to describe people suffering from involuntary bladder contractions, which lead to a sudden and urgent need to urinate. Irritable bladder syndrome is often referred to as urge incontinence. When people ask, what is irritable bladder syndrome, doctors usually ...
Views: 1247 - Causes, symptoms, and treatments of Cloudy Urine - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2016 from Victor MarchioneHaving cloudy urine is not unusual and, in many cases, it is no reason for alarm. However, it just might be a sign of an underlying health condition. Healthy urine is clear and light yellow in color. Unhealthy urine can be cloudy, hazy, or milky looking. This can occur for a number of ...
Views: 1042 - Cell damage caused by iron in the blood - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2016 from Victor MarchioneIron is essential for red blood cells, but too much iron has been found to contribute to cell damage. A new study found that administered iron can lead to cell damage within 10 minutes. The findings suggest that doctors must pay close attention when prescribing iron treatments – either through ...
Views: 979 - Cerebral (brain) atrophy: Why your brain is shrinking and what to do about it - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2017 from Victor MarchioneCerebral atrophy or brain atrophy refers to the progressive loss of brain cells, called neurons, leading to decreased brain size. This phenomenon can occur to the entire brain or be focused on a singular part. The most troubling issue with cerebral atrophy is the potential for it to affect brain ...
Views: 1061 - Change in blood pressure guidelines puts seniors at risk - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2015 from Victor MarchioneChanges to blood pressure guidelines are putting seniors at risk for under treatment, according to a study. Currently, one-third of American adults have hypertension, which contributes to fatal heart disease. Blood pressure guideline changed in 2014, when the Joint National Committee released ...
Views: 592 - Chocolate offers health benefits during pregnancy - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2016 from Victor MarchioneThe health benefits of chocolate have long been studied, and now presented at the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine’s annual meeting, The Pregnancy Meeting™, as researchers explored the benefits of chocolate during pregnancy. So far noted benefits of chocolate during pregnancy include ...
Views: 851 - Choosing an Energy Bar, Facts and Myths of Energy Bars - by Submitted on May 31, 2015 from Victor MarchioneOur busy lives take energy! We need energy to work, we need energy to perform activities, heck we even need energy for socializing. As you can seem a lot of our energy becomes depleted by outside sources. Sometimes, we don’t have the time to sit down and have a nutritious meal and so we reach ...
Views: 2496 - Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Causes, symptoms and home remedies - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWe all get tired from time to time. Maybe we didn’t get enough sleep or we over-exerted ourselves throughout the day. Tiredness is normal – but too much exhaustion could signal a serious problem. A condition known as chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a condition where the individual ...
Views: 781 - Chronic kidney disease diet - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2017 from Victor MarchioneChronic kidney disease is a condition affecting close to 20 million Americans. Kidney specialists (nephrologists) suggest that changing your diet can help protect your kidneys. Diet can also help control other health conditions, such as diabetes and high blood pressure, which in fact can lead to ...
Views: 781 - Circumoral Cyanosis: Causes, Symptoms, and How to Treat It - by Submitted on May 11, 2017 from Victor MarchioneThere are times when our skin appears to have a bluish hue, as when we are at high altitudes or in extremely cold temperatures. When it happens due to a health situation or is seen in the face of a newborn, it can send us into a panic. Circumoral cyanosis can present as a serious condition ...
Views: 1375 - Clonus in involuntary muscle spasms, causes, tests, and treatment - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2016 from Victor MarchioneClonus is a condition that results in involuntary muscle spasms and most commonly affects the muscles at the end of a limb. Clonus can be a condition in itself, or it can be a symptom of another condition. Clonus mainly affects the knees, ankles, upper and lower arm muscles, and the jaw. ...
Views: 859 - Coconut Meat: Nutrition Facts and Health Benefits - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2017 from Victor MarchioneMany people have used coconut oil as a healthy source of fat, but surprisingly, many may have not tried coconut meat. What is coconut meat? Coconut meat is the flesh of the tropical coconut fruit—also called the cocos nucifera palm. Coconut meat nutrition is packed full of vitamins and ...
Views: 2230 - Coconut Oil Before Going to Sleep - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2017 from Victor MarchioneCoconut oil is derived from mature coconut kernels. Coconut oil is now considered a superfood. It has antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral properties. Coconut oil is resistant to rancidity and has a good heat stability. Hence, it is used for cooking. However, saturated fats are unhealthy and ...
Views: 697 - Coconut Oil vs. Butter - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2017 from Victor MarchioneCoconut oil vs. Butter, which one is better than the other? Coconut oil has been touted by many celebrities and the likes to be beneficial for health in many ways. Both coconut and butter have saturated fats which have been linked to the cause of heart disease by the American Heart ...
Views: 786 - Coconut water for lower blood pressure - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2015 from Victor MarchioneIn the famous calypso song Coconut Woman, the singer croons…“Get your coconut water, It’s good for your daughter…” While there’s ample truth in that, coconut is good for the rest of the family too. The song continues: “Coco got a lot of iron, Make you strong like a lion.” I’m not sure ...
Views: 1366 - Colon cleanse can cause serious side effects including cramping, renal failure, and death - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2016 from Victor MarchioneA colon cleanse is similar to an enema, but uses more water. By inserting a tube into the rectum, nearly 20 gallons of fluid is used to cleanse the colon. The fluid solution may contain probiotics or herbs to help with the cleansing. The fluid, along with the waste, is then released by a regular ...
Views: 583 - Common daily foods that trigger depression - by Submitted on May 31, 2016 from Victor MarchioneThe effects of food can contribute to or exacerbate depression. Hundreds of years ago if you were depressed you were labeled as “mad” or “possessed.” In the modern ages; however, doctors have learned that psychological disorders explain most of these disturbances. Today, millions of people in ...
Views: 941 - Compounds in Turmeric, Red grapes, Apple Peels, & Berries May Help in Treating Prostate Cancer - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2017 from Victor MarchioneDid you know!Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in the United States after skin cancer. A latest study says compounds found in turmeric, red grapes, berries, and apple peels can kill prostate cancer cells. In fact, resveratrol found in berries has been tested for its anti-cancer ...
Views: 787 - Computer vision syndrome: Smart tips to beat smartphone stress - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2015 from Victor MarchioneYou get up in the morning and check your email, the latest news and the weather forecast. Then you spend your day on and off your smartphone and computer, and make time to relax in front of the TV. Well, all that screen time is taking a toll on your eyes. The new epidemic in America? Computer ...
Views: 868 - Concerned about cholesterol? You may not have to be… - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2015 from Victor MarchioneCholesterol is a fatty substance produced by the liver. It performs and assists in all sorts of bodily functions, including building cell membranes, nerve protectors and brain activity. It is also important for hormone production and the metabolizing ofvitamins like A, D, E and K. Without it we ...
Views: 966 - Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week, childhood infections, heart disease, and stroke - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2016 from Victor MarchioneThis past week marked the annual Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week, raising awareness and educating the general public about congenital heart defects (CHDs), childhood infections, heart disease, and stroke. Any condition or defect that is “congenital” is a condition or defect existing at ...
Views: 1194 - Conjunctivitis: Know about Pink eye - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2015 from Victor MarchioneYou wake up in the morning, roll out of bed and head to the bathroom to complete your morning routine. When you look up into the mirror you notice your eye is inflamed and looking pink. What gives? Conjunctivitis, or pink eye, is the inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva. This is the ...
Views: 638 - Connection between Thyroid Disorders and Diabetes - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2015 from Victor MarchioneThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Estimates that 29.1 million Americans have diabetes and among that group 8.1 million cases are undiagnosed. With such high numbers diabetes prevention is on the forefront of health. We currently know and understand many causes of type 2 ...
Views: 1114 - Constipated? Diarrhea? Try these 4 foods - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWhat’s really behind your bathroom troubles? When it comes to our digestive system, we like to focus on the stomach. But the stomach is only the beginning of the digestive system. An often overlooked part of the digestive system is the colon, the final part of the process. But the colon ...
Views: 747 - Consuming healthy fats helps extend life, reduces heart disease: Study - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2016 from Victor MarchioneA new study suggests consuming healthy fats not only extends life but could prevent millions of deaths and heart diseases cases annually. Reducing saturated fat from one’s diet has been on the forefront of improving health as of late, but researchers suggest not only is it important to reduce ...
Views: 1097 - Contact lens eye infection risk and prevention - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2015 from Victor MarchioneThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates roughly 41 million Americans use contact lenses. According to a new report presented by the CDC, nearly all contact lens wearers embark on risky behavior involving their contacts. Such behavior can increase a person’s risk of eye ...
Views: 720 - Cushing’s syndrome: Causes, symptoms and prevention - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2015 from Victor MarchioneThe hormone cortisol is commonly associated with stress. By now we know stress, over a period of time, can be detrimental to our health. But there is another condition associated with excessive cortisol. It’s called Cushing’s syndrome. Causes of Cushing’s syndrome The cause of Cushing’s ...
Views: 795 - Cytopenia: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention - by Submitted on May 11, 2017 from Victor MarchioneCytopenia is a term that you may have seen linked to a number of health issues. You may have read about it in articles discussing cancer, or perhaps you saw the word pop up in a piece about anemia. But, what does cytopenia mean exactly? What are common cytopenia symptoms? What Is ...
Views: 954 - Deep Breathing Exercises for Asthma, Anxiety and Stress - by Submitted on May 27, 2015 from Victor MarchioneTake it one breath at a time. Modern life is full of stress and there’s no escaping it. Some experts say stress is the root of all illness – our rapid-pace, high-expectation lifestyle takes a running toll on our immune system. Sooner or later, we’re bound to get sick. We try to eat right, ...
Views: 1177 - Deep vein thrombosis (DVT): Causes, symptoms and prevention - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2015 from Victor MarchioneA blood clot alone can pose health risks to an individual. When a blood clot occurs, blood cannot travel through the veins to reach organs and cells. In some cases, the clot breaks free and travels throughout the circulatory system. If the clot reaches the heart is can limit or stop the amount ...
Views: 965 - Dementia diagnosed sooner with QDRS - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2015 from Victor MarchioneAlzheimer’s Disease International reports that in 2013 there was an estimated 44.4 million individuals with dementia globally. That number is projected to rise to 75.6 million by 2030 as the population continues to age. Although there is no cure for dementia, diagnosis can still aid in treatment ...
Views: 1312 - Dental Problems and Smoking - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2017 from Victor MarchioneMost people are aware of the harmful effects of smoking on our health, with lung cancer, throat cancer, and increased ageing all being possible results of long-term smoking. But many people do not realize the effects it has on our teeth, mouths, and oral hygiene. Here are just some of the ...
Views: 435 - Depression symptoms don’t vary between seasons - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2016 from Victor MarchioneResearchers have found that depression symptoms do not vary between the changes of seasons. Senior author, Steven LoBello, said, “In conversations with colleagues, the belief in the association of seasonal changes with depression is more-or-less taken as a given and the same belief is widespread ...
Views: 2282 - Detox your liver with these 6 foods - by Submitted on May 29, 2015 from Victor Marchionefoods to detox your liverWhat performs 500 different functions, weighs about three pounds, can regenerate itself and ensure the body is toxic-free? Your liver! This highly important, but often overlooked organ is a powerhouse when it comes to the human body. With such a vital role, making sure ...
Views: 750 - Diabetes 2016 update: 382 million diabetics worldwide, 13 million California adults have prediabetes - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2016 from Victor MarchioneDiabetes 2016 update: 382 million diabetics worldwide and 13 million California adults have prediabetes, which is a preventable precursor to diabetes. Diabetes is a global health problem. To address the many issues surrounding diabetes, experts worldwide have come together to offer ...
Views: 852 - Diabetes and eye disease: How diabetes affects vision and eye health - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2016 from Victor MarchioneOne of the complications associated with diabetes is eye disease. Diabetes can wreak havoc on your vision and eye health, in some cases leading to vision loss. If you have diabetes, it’s important that you keep your condition well managed. If you don’t, you should take the necessary preventative ...
Views: 867 - Diabetes during pregnancy, glucose intolerance associated with low breast milk supply - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2016 from Victor MarchioneDiabetes during pregnancy and glucose intolerance are associated with lower breast milk supply. The findings, published in Breastfeeding Medicine, revealed that maternal glucose intolerance can have a negative impact on lactation. Insulin resistance is common among obese women and obesity is ...
Views: 987 - Diabetic neuropathy: Natural remedies and TLC - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2015 from Victor MarchioneNumbness or tingling in your legs or feet? Are you more sensitive to touch these days? If you’re diabetic, these are symptoms of diabetic neuropathy. The condition is a type of nerve damage caused by high blood sugar. It can injure nerves throughout the body, but it’s most common in your ...
Views: 862 - Diastolic high blood pressure (hypertension): Causes, symptoms, and treatment - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2017 from Victor MarchioneHigh blood pressure or hypertension is a long-term condition in which the blood pressure within the arteries is persistently elevated. Blood pressure is expressed by two measurements, the systolic and diastolic measurements represented by the top number and bottom number received when measuring ...
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